Obituaries

Jimmy Lee West

Jimmy Lee West

Nov 1, 2024

 Jimmy Lee West, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend passed away on November1, 2024, in Rock Rapids, Iowa. Born on September 13, 1970, in Navasota, Texas, Jimmy lived a life characterized by hard work, kindness, and a deep devotion to his family.

As a very hard-working and dependable truck driver, Jimmy exemplified commitment and dedication throughout his career. His tireless...

Marijane "Jane" Y. Sherman

Marijane "Jane" Y. Sherman

Oct 25, 2024

Marijane “Jane” Yvon Sherman born March 8, 1942, passed away peacefully with family by her side on Friday, October 25, 2024, at the Kavanagh Hospice House in Des Moines.

Jane grew up in Tracy, Iowa and was the daughter of Cecil F. and Beulah F. Sherman. She graduated from Tracy High School where she played on the basketball team. After school,...

James Broughton

James Broughton

Oct 23, 2024

James Broughton, age 70, passed away on October 23, 2024 in Johnston, Iowa. 

Please continue to lift this family up in prayer for the days to come. 

James “Jim” Arthur Broughton was born on January 27, 1954, in Waseca, Minnesota to Neil and Mary (Miller) Broughton. At age 8, James and his family moved to Urbandale, Iowa, where he attended school. He...

Jennifer Shade-Butts

Jennifer Shade-Butts

Oct 23, 2024

Jennifer Shade-Butts went home to be with the lord Wednesday, October 23, 2024. Visitation will be held at Amazing Grace November 1st, 2024 at the hour of 10:00 A.M.-12:00 P.M. Funeral Service will immediately follow the visitation starting at 12:00 P.M.

Jennifer Shade-Butts was born on June 4, 1956, in Des Moines, Iowa to George and Margaret (Cheatom) Shade. She was...

Naoufel El Alaoui

Naoufel El Alaoui

Oct 21, 2024

Naoufel El Alaoui, 44, passed away on October 21, 2024. He was buried in the traditional manner at Ezan Cemetery in Prole, Iowa. 

Suad Becirovic

Suad Becirovic

Oct 21, 2024

Suad Becirovic, 50, passed away on October 21, 2024. He was buried in the traditional manner in Prole, Iowa at Ezan Cemetery. 

Imran Aslami

Imran Aslami

Oct 20, 2024

Imran Aslami born October 20, 2024 passed away. They were buried in the traditional manner in Granger, Iowa at the Es-Salem Cemetery. 

Alan L. Page

Alan L. Page

Oct 20, 2024

Master Sergeant Alan L. Page, 77, of Ankeny, and formerly of Marengo, Iowa, passed away on Sunday, October 20, 2024, at MercyOne Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at the Iowa Veteran's Cemetery in Adel, Iowa. 

Alan was born on February 23, 1947, to Donald and Velma (Cyr)...

Janice Louise Amerison

Janice Louise Amerison

Oct 16, 2024

Ms. Janice Louise Amerison was born on December 23rd, 1957, to L.S and Ethel (Dean) Amerison in Des Moines, IA. 

Janice attended North High School in Des Moines, Iowa where she graduated and went on to work at Iowa Veterans Hospital. 

Janice was a homemaker, where she loved to cook especially her famous potato salad, take care of her family, decorate her...

Theodore Daniels Jr.

Theodore Daniels Jr.

Oct 16, 2024

Theodore Daniels Jr., 65, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, October 16, 2024. A private family gathering will take place at a later date. 

Theodore was born in Des Moines, Iowa, on June 11, 1959, to Theodore and Pearline (James) Daniels Sr. He grew up in Des Moines where he attended Tech High School. Following school, Theodore worked construction...

Joe Whiteside

Joe Whiteside

Oct 12, 2024

Joseph “Joe” Willie Whiteside, formerly of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, passed away on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at Accura Healthcare in Pleasantville. A visitation will be held on Saturday, October 19, 2024, at Corinthian Baptist Church in Des Moines from 10:00 A.M. – 11:00 A.M. Immediately following visitation his homegoing celebration will begin at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Dr. Jonathan Whitfield...

Sulejman Rosic

Sulejman Rosic

Oct 4, 2024

Sulejman Rosic, 94, passed away on October 4, 2024. They were buried in the traditional manner at Es-Salem Cemetery in Granger, Iowa. 

David Cooper

David Cooper

Oct 3, 2024

David Cooper, 90, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away on Thursday, October 4, 2024, at Azria Health Park Place in Des Moines, surrounded by his loving family. 

Funeral services are taking place Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 10:00 A.M. at Faith Covenant Church International; Interment will follow immediately and take place at Chapel Hill Memory Garden.

David was born on March 3,...

Leatrice Curtis Burns

Leatrice Curtis Burns

Oct 2, 2024

Leatrice Curtis Burns, born on November 12, 1932, to Jean and Bobbie Willis in Atwood, Tennessee. She spent her formative years in Atwood, where she graduated from high school in 1948. Leatrice moved to Cedar Rapids, Iowa, in 1949 and began a series of earnest endeavors throughout her life. From the 1950s, she engaged in various day work before securing...

Jody Sha Landers

Jody Sha Landers

Sep 27, 2024

Jody Landers passed away at the age of 44 in Des Moines Ia. on September 27, 2024.  Memorial services are pending.

Mary Watson

Mary Watson

Sep 24, 2024

Mary Watson, 72, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, at Wesley Life in Des Moines, surrounded by her loving family. Visitation will be on Saturday, September 28, 2024, from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. at Mt. Hebron Missionary Baptist Church is Des Moines. Her funeral service will immediately follow her visitation and begin at 11:00 a.m....

Anna M. Weems

Anna M. Weems

Sep 22, 2024

Anna Marie Weems, 98, proud mother, grandmother, community leader and community activist passed away surrounded by her loving family at her home on Sunday, September 22, 2024. A private family service was held. A public homegoing celebration of her life and legacy will be held at a later date.

Please uplift her family with your prayers during this difficult time. 

Her full...

Jimmy Addison

Jimmy Addison

Sep 22, 2024

Jimmy Addison, 70, passed away on Sunday, September 22, 2024, at the University of Iowa Hospital and Clinic in Iowa City, Iowa. Services are pending. 

Please keep his family in your prayers during this difficult time. 

Ida Mims

Ida Mims

Sep 22, 2024

Ida Mims, 88, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away on Sunday, September 22, 2024, at Wesley Life in Des Moines, surrounded by her loving family. Her visitation will be held on Friday, October 4, 2024, from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at Union Baptist Church in Des Moines. Immediately following her visitation her funeral service will begin at 12:00 p.m....

Julius Henrie

Julius Henrie

Sep 21, 2024

Julius Henrie, 45, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away on Saturday, September 21, 2024. Visitation will be held on Monday, September 30, 2024, at Hendersons Funeral & Cremation Care from 11:00 - 1:00 p.m. Immediately after his visitation his funeral service will begin at 1:00 p.m. with Reverend Moses Ward officiating. Burial will follow at Glendale Cemetery in Des Moines.

He...

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