Obituaries
Virginia Montgomery
Jan 11, 2025
Virginia Montgomery, age 77, passed away on January 11, 2025 in Des Moines, Iowa. A full obituary is pending.
Albert "Louie" Parrish Sr.
Jan 10, 2025
Albert Louie Parrish was born on December 17, 1940, in Des Moines, Iowa, to Rev. George and Lucy Parrish. He was educated and graduated from East High School. Albert was very active in sports during his academic career. He was a high jumper in track and he played football. Albert holds a personal record at East High School.
Albert joined the...
Robert Edmonds
Jan 7, 2025
Robert Edmonds, affectionately known as "Chinn" was born February 4th, 1935 to Asalee (Durham) and Alex Edmonds in Brinkley, Arkansas. He was the second son of seven siblings. He departed this life on Tuesday, January 7th, 2025 at Iowa Lutheran Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa at the age of 89. He was preceded in death by his loving and devoted...
Robert Lee Anderson Jr.
Jan 6, 2025
Robert Lee Anderson Jr., was born on December 26, 1953, to Robert Lee and Darlene (Wright) Anderson Sr. He grew up in Waterloo, Iowa for most of his life. Robert was educated and graduated from East High School in 1970. He joined the Navy and served to protect his country. Robert continued his educational career by attending the University of...
Calvin Nesbitt
Jan 1, 2025
Calvin L. Nesbitt, 98, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, January 1, 2025, at the VA Central Iowa Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa. His visitation will be held on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at Kyles A.M.E. Zion Church in Des Moines from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Calvin's funeral will immediately follow his visitation and begin at 12:00...
Nichelle Henderson
Dec 31, 2024
Nichelle Henderson went to be with the Lord on December 31, 2024, at the age of 52. She passed away surrounded by her loving family and friends in her final moments. Nichelle was a woman of immense humor, boldness, and wisdom, cherishing every moment spent with her loved ones. Her passion for helping others, her unwavering spirit, and her radiant...
Diane Brown
Dec 30, 2024
Diane Brown passed away at the age of 68 at Iowa Methodist on December 30,2024. Memorial services are pending.
Diane Renae Brown, age 68, of Des Moines, Iowa passed away at Iowa Methodist Hospital in Des Moines on Monday, December 30th, 2024, surrounded by loved ones after a long battle with cancer. Her body has been cremated and a celebration of...
Jeffrey Sorensen
Dec 28, 2024
Jeffrey Lynn Sorensen 41 born in Des Moines Iowa to Carla Sorensen and Jeffrey McFaddenn on October 21,1983 passed away on December 28,2024. Jeff leaves behind 4 children Jeffrey Jr,, Raelynn, Avalynn, Davia. His mother Carla and siblings Jessica (Jesse) Sorensen, Dawn (Antonio) Hunter, Nalisha, Tyreaka, Jeffrey,his granddaughter Willow and many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Jeff enjoyed being...
Loretta Goldman
Dec 23, 2024
Loretta V. Goldman was born on April 4th, 1943, to James and Roma (Buckner) Goldman in Columbia, Missouri. Loretta Goldman was educated in the Columbia Public Schools and graduated from Hickman High School.
Lorretta accepted Jesus as her Lord and Savior at a young age and attended Wright Temple Church of God in Christ. After moving to Des Moines, Iowa, she...
Michael Welch Sr.
Dec 20, 2024
Michael Dennis Welch Sr. was born on September 18, 1941, to Harold Sr. and Elizabeth Welch in Des Moines, Iowa. He was educated through the Des Moines public school system and graduated from East high school. Michael was an all-American athlete. He played football, ran track and wrestled for Des Moines East high school. After attending East high school Michael...
Ina Boone
Dec 20, 2024
Ina Boone of Des Moines IA passed away at the University of Iowa in Iowa City at the age of 53. Ina Louise Boone had a heart made of pure gold. She will be truly missed by all of us but we will carry her close in our hearts. Memorial Services are pending.
Anthony Benson
Dec 19, 2024
Anthony Benson, 61, passed away on December 19, 2024 in Des Moines, Iowa.
Please keep this family in your prayers.
Peggy June Dameron
Dec 15, 2024
Peggy June Dameron
April 14, 1942 – December 15, 2024
Peggy June Dameron, 82, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away on Sunday, December 15, 2024, in Independence, Missouri, surrounded by her loving family. Vistiation will be held on Friday, December 27, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. at Corinthian Baptist Church in Des Moines. Immediately following visitation, her homegoing celebration will...
Serife Besic
Dec 13, 2024
Serife Besic, 77, passed away on December 16, 2024 at EveryStep Kavanagh House in Des Moines, Iowa. A traditional, family burial is taking place December 16, 2024 at Glendale Cemetery.
Dazzie Conteh
Dec 9, 2024
Dazzie Conteh, 63, passed away on December 9, 2024 at Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines, IA. A private family, traditional burial took place on December 10, 2024 at Story Memorial Garden in Ames, IA.
Hamad Guma Ahmed
Dec 7, 2024
Hamad Ahmed, 50, passed away on December 7, 2024 in Des Moines, Iowa. A traditional burial took place in Ezan Cemetery in Prole, IA.
Nicholas Manuel Peterson
Dec 7, 2024
Nicholas Manuel Peterson, also known as “Petey,” was born on August 17, 1985, in Des Moines, Iowa to Elisa and Randy Peterson. He was raised and grew up in Des Moines where he graduated from Saydel High School in 2004.
Petey gained lots of experience in different career fields. In high school, he worked in construction. Over the years, Petey was...
Reeva La Shai Neighbors
Dec 5, 2024
Reeva La Shai Neighbors, 39, passed away on Thursday, December 5, 2024 in Des Moines, Iowa at MercyOne Medical Center. She has reunited with her mother, Penny May, and are rejoicing in Heaven.
Memorial services are pending.
A full obituary will be posted at a later time.
Fatima Suvic
Nov 23, 2024
Fatima Suvic passed away at the age of 90. A private family burial will be held in Ezan Cemetery in Prole, Iowa.
Marvin Keith Griffin Sr.
Nov 23, 2024
Marvin Keith Griffin I, born on March 11, 1960, in Des Moines, Iowa, passed away on November 23, 2024, in Mahaska County. He was 64 years old. Marvin was a devoted father, grandfather, brother, and friend whose love for his family, faith, and country defined his life.
Marvin was preceded in death by his parents, Homer Griffin and Barbara Wesley, his...
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