Obituaries

Willa Meena Williams

Willa Meena Williams

Oct 22, 2021

Willa Meena (Cameron) Williams was born September 9, 1969, to Hazel Lee Jones and Izell Carroll in Blue Mountain, MS. Meena was educated in the local school district and graduated from Herbert Hoover High School in Des Moines, IA, class of 1987. Willa was a loving wife, mother, and sister. Her life involved three things work, church, and family. Meena...

Deacon Larry Brown

Deacon Larry Brown

Oct 20, 2021

Larry Brown was born August 30, 1944 in Whiteville, LA., on his dads farm. Perkin Brown and Annie (Green) Brown were the parents of ten children. They all worked on the farm together until Larry relocated to Iowa in 1971 to help his brothers with Brown Brothers Fencing. The brothers had their craft in their hands. They labored long and...

Henry Frank Harper

Henry Frank Harper

Oct 18, 2021

Henry Frank Harper was born June 14, 1937 to Price and Louisa (McCurn) Harper in Arkansas. Henry was educated in the local school district and graduated from Batesville High School in Batesville, Arkansas. While in school, Henry played baseball and basketball. After graduating from High school, Henry enlisted into the United States Air Force. He served with vigor and dedication...

Deacon Marvin Brown, Sr.

Deacon Marvin Brown, Sr.

Oct 15, 2021

Deacon Marvin Brown, 93, went home to be with the Lord October 15, 2021. A full obituary to follow. Visitation Saturday, October 30, 2021 10am - 12pm Homegoing Celebration Saturday, October 30, 2021 12pm True Bible Baptist Church 4101 Amherst St. - Des Moines, Iowa 50313 Interment Monday, November 1, 2021 2pm Iowa Veterans Cemetery 34024 Veterans Memorial Dr. -...

Behija Zajmovic

Behija Zajmovic

Oct 13, 2021

Behija Zajmovic passed away October 13, 2021. Services will be announced later. A full obituary to follow.

Dearnold Keyes

Dearnold Keyes

Oct 12, 2021

DeArnold Keyes was born May 28, 1960, in Des Moines, Iowa, to Milton Keyes, Sr. and Lillie Mae (Smith) Keyes. DeArnold was educated in the Des Moines Public school system where he graduated from North High School. While at North he was on the football team, and played well. After high school DeArnold found employment as a landscaper. He overcame...

Adis Variz

Adis Variz

Oct 9, 2021

Adis Variz passed away October 9, 20212 in Pheonix, Arizona. Services will be announced later. A full obituary to follow.

Shaunetta Lena Marie Thomas

Shaunetta Lena Marie Thomas

Oct 2, 2021

Shaunetta Lena Marie (Johnson) Thomas was born January 4, 1969 to Rawland W. Freeman and Gilda D. Glasse in Des Moines, Iowa. Shaunetta completed her general studies at Des Moines Technical High School. She continued her higher education at Des Moines Area Community College, obtaining an Associates Degree. Most of Shaunettas working days were spent in Customer Service. With her...

Paul George Beronich

Paul George Beronich

Oct 1, 2021

Paul G. Beronich was born on October 1, 1921 to Jacob and Manda (Sulentich) Beronich, in Eileen Township, Bayfield County, WI. After attending high school in Drummond, WI, Paul moved to Batavia, IL. There he met his wife, Grace Keppler. On November 15, 1942 the two were joined in marriage until Graces death on March 26, 2017. After serving in...

Terry Lee Bragg

Terry Lee Bragg

Sep 29, 2021

Terry Lee Bragg was born March 16, 1957 in Des Moines, Iowa to Norma Lucille Bragg. He was the eldest of three children including Jerry Kaye and Garry. Terry was educated in the Des Moines Public School system where he graduated from Des Moines Technical High School. He was a wrestler and loved Math. He wanted to be a math...

Herbert Lee Martin

Herbert Lee Martin

Sep 27, 2021

Herbert L. Martin passed away September 27, 2021. A Memorial Service will be held October 9, 2021 in Chicago, IL. Herbert Lee Martin was born July 13, 1950 in Chicago, IL to Leslie Martin and Nercile Calvert Martin. After his high school graduation he enlisted in the US Army. When he was discharged he found employment as a ware house...

J'Lisa Tikita Avery

J'Lisa Tikita Avery

Sep 26, 2021

J'Lisa Avery passed away September 26, 2021. Jlisa Tikita Avery was born April 8, 1992 to Fermisha Drewery and William Avery, in Grand Forks, North Dakota. At a young age the family relocated to Des Moines, IA. She graduated from Johnston High School. JLisa continued her education at LaJames International College where she studied esthetics and massage therapy. After completing...

Broderick Stephen Frazier

Broderick Stephen Frazier

Sep 21, 2021

Broderick Stephen Frazier, affectionately known as Brodie, Bubs, Bubba, Broccoli, Brodericko, Babe and The Brod, was born September 18,1989 in Des Moines, Iowa to Steven and Michelle Frazier. He entered this world with big brown eyes, an infectious smile, and an amazing personality. Possessing these assets, he won first place in a local baby contest. In addition, his picture was...

Valerie Chulu

Valerie Chulu

Sep 17, 2021

Valerie Chulu was born on May 9, 1977 to Thomas and Elizabeth Richardson, in Monrovia, Liberia. Later in life, Valeria relocated to the United States and settled in Des Moines, IA. Soon after she opened an in-home daycare and remained self employed until her passing. In her free time she enjoyed dancing, singing and traveling. She was also had an...

Marshall Leon Mosby

Marshall Leon Mosby

Sep 17, 2021

Marshall L. Mosby passed away September 17, 2021. Services will be rendered under the direction of Woods Funeral Home in Chicago Heights, IL at a later date.

Deaconess Shirley Brown

Deaconess Shirley Brown

Sep 15, 2021

Deaconess Shirley Brown went home to be with the Lord September 15, 2021. A copy of the obituary is attached below.Visitation Wednesday, September 29, 2021 9:00 - 11:00am True Bible Baptist Church Celebration of Life Wednesday, September 29, 2021 Starts at 11:00am True Bible Baptist Church

Minela Buljubasic

Minela Buljubasic

Sep 13, 2021

Minela Buljubasic passed away September 13. 2021. Traditional Services will be held at Ezan Cemetery in Prole, Iowa.Burial Thursday, September 16, 2021 Starts at 9:00am Ezan Cemetery

Carlos Cheatem

Carlos Cheatem

Sep 12, 2021

Carlos Cheatem passed away September 12, 2021. Attached is a copy of the funeral program.Visitation Thursday, September 30, 2021 5:00 - 7:00pm Henderson's Highland Park Funeral Home Celebration of Life Friday, October 1, 2021 Starts at 11:00am Imani Church

Isabel Marion Dopman

Isabel Marion Dopman

Sep 12, 2021

Isabel M. Dopman passed away September 12, 2021. A full obituary to follow.Celebration of Life Friday, September 24, 2021 Starts at 3:00pm Urbandale United Church of Christ

Jordan Richard Bailey

Jordan Richard Bailey

Sep 12, 2021

Jordan Richard Bailey was born on January 4, 1985 to Micheal and Judi (Ackelson) Bailey, in Des Moines, IA. He was educated in Des Moines School District and graduated from North High School in 2003. Jordan continued his education at Des Moines Area Community College where he studied business. Jordan worked several jobs throughout his life. Most recently he was...

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