Obituaries
Ronald O Barker
Jan 22, 2016
A wonderful Husband, great Dad, wise Grandfather, loving son and big brother has left us. Ronald O Barker, 76, passed away peacefully at his home on January 22, 2016. Ronnie B as he was affectionately called was born in De Moines, Iowa to Marion and Vivian (Woods) Barker on January 10, 1940. He graduated from Des Moines East High School...
Michael Kenneth Berry
Jan 20, 2016
Mike Berry passed away January 20, 2016 just 8 days shy of his 63rd birthday. Mike was born in Telluride, Colorado to Kenneth Arthur Berry and Elsie Pearl (Wilson) Berry. He graduated from high school in Telluride and set out to see the world. He settled in Des Moines and made a living as a drywall installer and carpenter until...
Jerald Lee Phenix
Jan 19, 2016
Jerald Lee Phenix was born on May 24, 1953 to Otis Phenix and Jerlean B. Thomas, in Pine Bluff, AR. His mother moved her family to Illinois where Jerald would finish his education. In 1971, he graduated from Bunker Hill High School in Bunker Hill, IL. After graduating, Jerald began his career at Monterey Coal Company in Carlinville, IL. He...
Willie John Hilson
Jan 17, 2016
Willie John Hilson was born on July 23, 1957 to James and Eddie (Moore) Hilson in Tutwiler, MS. His family would relocate to Des Moines, IA where Willie would finish his formal education and graduate from Roosevelt High School. After graduation, Willie went straight to work. He worked several jobs throughout his life, working mainly as a laborer in the...
Gary 'Buck' Robinson Sr
Jan 9, 2016
Gary Albert Robinson Sr., affectionately known as Buck, was born on April 21, 1948. He was born to Andrew and Fannie (Bright) Robinson in Des Moines, IA. He was educated in the Des Moines Public School District and graduated from East High School in 1966. After graduating Buck entered the work force. He worked for several jobs throughout his career,...
Mae Ola Steward
Jan 2, 2016
Mae Ola Steward was born on March 2, 1925 to Joseph Steward and Johnanna Batson in EuFala, OK. She was educated in the local school district and graduated from EuFala High School. At the tender age of 23yrs. Old, Mae moved to Des Moines, IA, where she planted her roots and start her family. She was blessed with three children:...
G. Kay Ethell
Dec 29, 2015
Gwendolyn "Kay" (Sloan) Ethell was born on July 12, 1937 in Mount Ayr, IA. Her family moved to the Des Moines area where she was educated in the Johnston School District and graduated from Johnston High School. Shortly after graduation Kay would meet the love of her life, Raymond Ethell. At the tender age of 21, she accepted his hand...
Alaga Arslanovic
Dec 28, 2015
Mr. Alaga Arslanovic was born in Bosanski Novi, Bosnia & Herzegovina on July 7, 1931. He was the son of Megmed and Dula (Kahrimavonic) Arslanovic. He received his primary, secondary and graduate education in Bosnia and was employed as an Economist before emigrating to the United States. Alaga passed away peacefully on December 28th at Sunnyview Care Facility. Funeral services...
Tacono Tyron Conner
Dec 27, 2015
Tacono, the fun loving prankster, left this earth on December 27, 2015; at the age of 36. He leaves behind his wife, Misty; his parents; 7 children and a host of friends. A full obit will follow later. Memorial contributions may be made on his 'Go Fund Me' page or at the funeral home. Visitation JAN 3. 02:00 PM -...
Carol Mahaney
Dec 25, 2015
Carol Ann (Rushing) Mahaney was born on August 6, 1948 to Robert and Katherine Rushing, in San Diego, CA. Her family would relocate to Des Moines, IA where she would finish her education her and graduate from North High School. Along life's journey Carol met Billy Mahaney and the two were joined in holy matrimony. The couple was blessed with...
Samhya Denise Young
Dec 23, 2015
Samhya Denise Young, infant daughter of Antionett Miller and Shannek Young was born December 23, 2015. She was immediately carried on angels wings back to Heaven. Too precious for this world, Samhya will watch over her parents and grandmother, Dorothy Sheely and a host of other relatives and friends. No services are planned.
Sam Kemp Jr
Dec 17, 2015
Sammy Kemp, Jr was born July 19, 1998 to Sammy Sr. and Clarice (Smith) Kemp, in Des Moines, Iowa. Sammy was educated in the Des Moines Public School system and was looking forward to graduation from Scavo in the spring. Like most teenagers, Sam loved music. He had a gift for writing songs and loved performing. He was interested in...
Derik Terrell South
Dec 9, 2015
Derik Terrell South was born March 21, 1965 to Leroy and Addean (Jones) South in Chicago, Illinois. Derik graduated from the Chicago Public School system and then enlisted in the United States Army. He received a medical discharge and returned home to find employment. Derik went back to school and obtained his CNA license and worked for several nursing homes...
Mother Birdie Mae Drake
Dec 8, 2015
No obituary found for this tribute. Cemetery Details Glendale Cemetery 4901 University Des Moines, IA, 50310 Visitation prior to service DEC 11. 10:00 AM - 03:00 PM Henderson's Highland Park Funeral Home 3500 Sixth Avenue Des Moines, IA, US, 50313 info@hendersonhighlandparkfuneralhome.com http://www.hendersonhighlandparkfuneralhome.com Family Greeting friends from DEC 11. 04:00 PM - 08:00 PM Evangelistic Missionary Church of God in Christ...
Edmanuel Perez
Nov 30, 2015
Mr Perez was transported and funeralized in New York On December 8th and 9th.
Carmen Yvonne Hall
Nov 30, 2015
Carmen Yvonne Hall was born May 6, 1949 in Des Moines, Iowa to John Alfred Hall and Lena Mae Hutchinson. She was educated in the Des Moines Public School system, where she graduated from North High School. Carmen was very intelligent and her life took her down several career paths. She was a Certified Nursing Assistant, a Drug Counsellor and...
Ralph C. Hall
Nov 28, 2015
Ralph C. Hall was born on September 28, 1951 to Cecil Hutchinson and Maxine Jewell Hall, in Des Moines, IA. He was educated in the Des Moines Public School District and graduated from North High School. Along life's path Ralph met Kathleen McGee. The two would date each other until he asked her hand in marriage and she accepted. The...
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