OBITUARIES

Aug 4, 2024

Oscar (Jerry) D Grabill, 75, of Des Moines, IA passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 4, 2024 at UnityPoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines. A visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, August 8, 2024 at the Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home & Crematory in Adel, IA. A funeral service will be...

Aug 2, 2024

Shirley A. Parkins, 95, of Winterset, passed away on Friday, August 2, 2024. Shirley lived a long, blessed life with family, friends, Democratic politics, and Madison County history.

Shirley Ann Greenwood was born on January 6, 1929, to James Merle and Mildred Florence (Stevens) Greenwood. She lived most of her formative years in Winterset, Iowa....

Aug 1, 2024

Jerry Michael Decker, 60, of Lorimor, passed away unexpectedly on August 1, 2024 at his home.

Mike was born on March 14, 1964 in Osceola, Iowa to Everett and Dixie (Kirk) Decker. He was a graduate from East Union High School in Afton. A lifelong resident of Lorimor, Mike enjoyed knowing all of the people...

Aug 1, 2024

Francis Mungai Thiru, a beloved husband, father, and brother in Christ, passed away peacefully on August 1, 2024, at the age of 63 after a brief illness at Broadlawns Hospital. He was born on November 26, 1960, in Kenya, to the late Perminus Kihumbu and Virginia Thiru.

After graduating from Kirangari High School in 1980,...

Jul 31, 2024

Jul 31, 2024

June M. Murgatroyd, 95, of Johnston, IA passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at Sunny View Care Center in Ankeny, IA. Further arrangements are pending. Online condolences may be sent to the family on www.caldwellparrish.com

Jul 28, 2024

Sharon Connor Cooper, age 83, of Johnston, Iowa, passed away peacefully on July 28th, 2024. Sharon was born on August 6th, 1940, in Grand Island, Nebraska, where she spent her early years and graduated from Grand Island High School.

After leaving Grand Island, Sharon lived in Denver, Colorado, before moving to Southern California. It was...

Jul 28, 2024

David Lee Hamilton died peacefully July 28 at his Urbandale home after dealing with numerous health issues. He was 73.

The oldest of three sons of Donald D. and Phyllis A. Armstrong Hamilton, Dave was born in Council Bluffs Jan. 25, 1951. The family lived near Oakland and Griswold until moving to Adair in 1960....

Jul 27, 2024

Neva E. Faber, 96, of Perry, IA, passed away Saturday, July 27, 2024, at the Perry Lutheran Home - King’s Garden Campus in Perry.

Visitation will be from 10:00 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM on Monday, August 12, 2024, at the Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home, 1721 Park St, Perry, IA 50220....

Jul 27, 2024

Faith Ann West of Lakeville, Minnesota walked into the arms of Jesus, her Savior, on July 27th, 2024 at the age of 69. She was born on February 9, 1955 in Perry, Iowa where she grew up. She graduated from Perry High School in 1973 and earned her Associates Degree in Business. She worked for Hennepin and Dakota Counties...

Jul 25, 2024

Thomas W. Person passed away on July 25th , 2024 at his home after a long battle with cancer. He was 80 years old. A visitation will be held on Tuesday July 30th , 2024 10 to 11 am at Faith Lutheran Church in Adel at 602 S 14th St. A funeral ceremony with a luncheon will follow the...

Jul 25, 2024

Aaron Matthew Walker, 37, of Urbandale, passed away on July 25, 2024, due to injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident.

Visitation will be Thursday, August 1, 2024 from 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM at Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home - Adel Chapel, 735 S. 14th Street, Adel.  Memorial Services will be Friday, August 2, 2024 at...

Jul 25, 2024

Charles Ezra Deets, Jr., 62, passed away on Thursday, July 25, 2024 at the Urbandale Healthcare Center in Urbandale, Iowa after lengthy illnesses, surrounded by his loving family. He was a beloved brother, uncle, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Charles was born in Iowa City, Iowa on November...

Jul 25, 2024

Deacon Henry George Robinson Jr. (81) passed away on July 25, 2024. A public visitation will be held at Christ Apostolic Temple (1230 E 17th St, Des Moines, IA 50316) on Thursday, August 8, 2024, from 11:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. Funeral services will follow at 12:00 p.m. Interment will be held at Glendale Cemetery (4909 University Ave, Des...

Jul 24, 2024

Brayden Parker Schmidt, a beloved son, friend, and adventurer, passed away on July 24, 2024, at UnityPoint Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines, IA.

A visitation will be held on Friday, August 2, 2024 from 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM at Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home, 8201 Hickman Road, Urbandale.  A prayer will conclude the...

Jul 24, 2024

Ruth Ruggle, 94, of Perry, passed away on July 24, 2024 at the Perry Lutheran Home, Kings Garden Campus.

Ruth was born on February 28, 1930 in Conception, Missouri to Alphonse and Marie (McCann) Ruggle. In 1943 the family moved to Perry, Iowa where Ruth attended St. Patricks Catholic School, graduating in 1948. After graduation,...

Jul 24, 2024

Shirley Marguerite (Erickson) Terhaar went to be with the Lord on July 24th, 2024 at her home in West Des Moines, Iowa with her family by her side.

She was born April 8th, 1930 on the family farm in Maryfield, Saskatchewan, Canada. She was the daughter of Lenora Olson Erickson and Lewis Edmond Erickson. She...

Jul 24, 2024

Life Long Welder William “Bill” Liston (84) passed away on July 24, 2024, at MercyOne Medical Center in Des Moines, IA. A public visitation will be held at Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home & Crematory (1721 Park St, Perry, IA 50220) on Sunday, Jul 28, 2024 , from 3:00 p.m. until 5:30...

Jul 24, 2024

Si Tan Le was called to his eternal home with the Lord. His life was a testament to his Catholic faith, dedication to his family, hard work, and unwavering love. His kindness and wisdom left a lasting impact on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.

He will be deeply missed by his loving...

Jul 23, 2024

Mary Patricia Meier, known as "Pat"; passed away peacefully at home on July 23, 2024, at the age of 95, surrounded by her loving family in Perry, Iowa.

Born on July 27, 1928, to Albert and Grace (Wilcox) Johns, Pat grew up in Perry, where she cultivated a lifelong love of learning. She married her...