OBITUARIES

Nov 30, 2023

In Loving Memory of Donna M. Royer Donna Marie Royer, a beloved sister, mother, grandmother, aunt, wife, and friend, graced this world with her presence on August 10, 1935, in Perry, Iowa. Her life, rich in love, dedication, and a unique spirit, came to a peaceful close on November 30, 2023. Donnas early years were devoted to nurturing her...

Nov 29, 2023

Kelly Bain, 72, of St. Charles, passed away at his home on November 29, 2023.

Kelly was adopted at birth by Archie and Fayne (Goff) Bain on April 9, 1951 in Des Moines, Iowa. He graduated from East High School and soon after went to work at Northwestern Bell. Following his time with the telephone...

Nov 28, 2023

Sara Gwinn, 52, passed away surrounded by the love of her family on November 28, 2023. She was born on February 22, 1971 in Des Moines, Iowa.

Sara was a vibrant soul whose smile and laughter would illuminate any room. She was exceptionally creative in how she thought and tastefully put things together. Her wisdom...

Nov 28, 2023

Ron Grose, 85, of Macksburg, passed away Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at the Madison County Memorial Hospital in Winterset.

Ronald James Grose was born in Madison County, Iowa on March 20, 1938, the son of Rosco and Ida (Smith) Grose. He graduated from Van Meter High School in 1956. He was united in marriage to...

Nov 28, 2023

Justus Williams, age 23 of Perry, passed away on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, in Perry, Iowa. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, December 2, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. at the Carris Family Funeral Home & Cremation Care in Perry. Memorials will be given to family and may be left at the Carris Family Funeral Home & Cremation Care....

Nov 28, 2023

Francis Faust, 89, of Dexter, passed away surrounded by family Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at MercyOne Medical Center in West Des Moines, Iowa.

A visitation will be held from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m., Monday, December 4, 2023, at Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home, Winterset Chapel, Winterset, IA. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday,...

Nov 27, 2023

Dorothy Howard, 91, of Dallas Center, passed away on Monday, November 27, 2023 at Spurgeon Manor in Dallas Center.

Funeral services will take place at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, November 30, 2023 at Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home with visitation being held one hour prior beginning at 1:00 p.m. Burial will follow in the Laurel Hill Cemetery....

Nov 27, 2023

Betty Joanne Warner graced the world with her presence on January 7th, 1932. Born in Sioux City, Iowa her childhood unfolded like a tapestry of unique tales, leaving those who listened to her reminiscences in a state of wonder.

Betty's dear friend Mitzi Warner played matchmaker, introducing her to the love of her life, Mitzi’s...

Nov 25, 2023

Nancy Louise Holloway, 74, of Grimes, Iowa passed away peacefully on November 25, 2023.

Nancy was born in Barnesville, Ohio on April 28, 1949 to Leland Hannahs and Dorothy Delong, and lived in Ohio until 2003 when she moved to Iowa to be near her daughter, Darla. She worked in various jobs and was also...

Nov 24, 2023

Nancy Deah, 63, of Sioux City, died Friday, November 24, 2023, at St. Luke's Hospital in Sioux City.

A visitation will be Friday, December 15, 2023 from 9:30 am until the time of service at 10:30 am at Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home, 8201 Hickman Road, Urbandale.  Burial will follow in Glendale Cemetery.

Nov 23, 2023

Esther Genevieve (Heggen) Weaver was born on August 12, 1919 in Badger, Iowa to Ole Jr. and Isabelle (Warren) Heggen. She was the valedictorian of her graduating class in 1938 at Callender High School. She earned a scholarship and gave it to her sister Inez "Oletta". Esther exchanged love letters with James Henry Keith Weaver during World War II...

Nov 23, 2023

Monsignor Frank E. Chiodo passed peacefully into Eternal Life with the Lord our God early Thanksgiving morning, November 23, 2023 after two and a half years of battling cancer. A Visitation will be held from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 3, 2023, with a Rosary at 7:00 p.m., at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church. A Mass of Christian...

Nov 23, 2023

John W. Hoyem, 87, of Des Moines, IA, passed away Thursday, November 23, 2023 at his residence surrounded by his family. Per John's wishes cremation rites have been accorded. Online condolences may be sent to www.caldwellparrish.com

John was born June 2, 1936 to Jorgen and Olga (Williamson) Hoyem in Chicago, IL. John graduated from Foreman...

Nov 22, 2023

Elsie Crosswhite, age 105 of Grimes, passed away on Wednesday, November 22, 2023 at the Kennybrook Village in Grimes, IA. A private family graveside will be in the Rose Hill Cemetery near Nevinville, IA. Online condolences may be left at www.carrisfuneralhome.com. Elsie Hoskins was born August 23, 1918, to Mattie (Yarrington) and Walter Hoskins in Union County, Iowa. She...

Nov 20, 2023

Calvin G. Campbell, 76, of West Des Moines, IA, passed away, Monday, November 20, 2023 at his residence surrounded by his family.

Calvin was born February 6, 1947 to Annabelle (Trickey) and Harold Campbell in Des Moines, Iowa. Calvin made numerous friends growing up on the eastside of Des Moines and enjoyed playing football for...

Nov 20, 2023

Jamie William Holtry, 47 of Winterset passed away peacefully at home after a long and courageous battle with cancer on Monday, November 20, 2023.

A celebration of life will be held Saturday, November 25, 2023 from 2:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Winterset Jackson building at the Madison County fairgrounds. Burial will take place at...

Nov 19, 2023

Carl W. Doerr, 87, of Winterset, passed away on Sunday, November 19, 2023 at the Madison County Memorial Hospital in Winterset.

Carl was born April 1, 1936 in Yankton, South Dakota, the son of Rudolf W. and Caroline (Malley) Doerr. He graduated high school and spent time in the California Army Reserve. He was united...

Nov 19, 2023

Rebecca Jean Jones (née Sweeney), 72, of Winterset, passed away on Sunday, November 19, 2023, full of the love of her daughter, Gretchen Heffernan (née Jones) at Taylor House Hospice in Des Moines, Iowa.

Becky was the daughter of Hal and Shirley Sweeney, born on September 8, 1951, in Des Moines, and raised in Truro,...

Nov 18, 2023

Mavis Ann Bachman, 96, of Toledo, Iowa passed away November 18, 2023 at the Iowa River Hospice in Marshalltown, Iowa.

Mavis was born May 17, 1927 to Walter and Emma Dannenberg in Eldora, Iowa. She graduated from Hubbard High School.

Mavis was a homemaker and also worked in the local Tama...

Nov 17, 2023

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Kristyn Lucille McCarthy passed away on November 17, 2023, at the age of 49 after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by her loved ones who will continue to honor her. Kris was born to Joe and Kathy Dorf on April 3,...