Obituaries
Ray Michael Lee, Jr.
Dec 15, 2021
Mr. Ray M. Lee Jr. was born April 3, 1944 to Ray Lee Sr. and Inez McGee Lee in Washington, DC. He attended and graduated from East High School before entering military service. Ray was an Air Force and Army retiree. He attended Corinthian Baptist Church and sang with the Male Chorus, until his health began to fail. He had...
Byron Stewart
Dec 13, 2021
Byron Stewart passed away December 13, 2021. A full obituary to follow. Celebration of Life Thursday, December 30, 2021 2pm - 7pm Grandview Enclosed Shelter House 3230 Easton Blvd. - Des Moines, Iowa 50317 Byron Stewart was born May 30, 1954 in Clinton MO, to Ralph Stewart and Velma Avery Stewart. Byron enjoyed spending time with his friends and family....
Lawrence Zelnolia Grady
Dec 11, 2021
Lawrence Z. Grady passed away December 11, 2021. Visitation Thursday, December 30, 2021 10am - 11am Homegoing Celebration 11am with visitation one hour prior to service Christ Apostolic Temple 1230 E. 17th St. - Des Moines, Iowa 50316 *Masks are suggested for all attendees. Social Distancing will be strongly encouraged. *This service will be made available via Facebook Live on...
Rev. Oreatha Shears
Dec 9, 2021
Oreatha (McCoy) Shears was born in New Jersey on November 30, 1926 to William McCoy and Tressia Veasley. After graduation, from Orange High School, Oreatha obtained employment as a telephone operator. Oreathas distinctive voice could be heard at New Jersey Bell and Ohio Bell Telephone Companies. She also worked for University Hospital in Cleveland, Ohio. She married the late Deacon...
Kevin Miles Bolden
Dec 4, 2021
Kevin Miles Bolden, 67, March 4, 1954 - November 21, 2021 Kevin Bolden transitioned from his mortal life on November 21, 2021 after a long battle with several health issues. Kevin grew up in and was educated in Des Moines, IA. He graduated with a degree in Journalism from Drake University. Kevin worked hard to achieve his goals and leave...
Terri Rae Smith
Dec 3, 2021
Terri Rae Smith peacefully passed away December 3, 2021 at her home. A Memorial service will be held at a later time. Terri was born February 3, 1952 to Jack and Helen (Baker) Clegg in Rock Island, IL. She attended and graduated from East Moline High School. She was employed as an accounting and billing specialist at a doctor's office....
Ghaniyah Defan
Dec 2, 2021
Ghaniyah Defan passed away December 2, 2021. Traditional Services will be held at Es-Salem Cemetery in Granger, Iowa at a later date.
Patricia Ann Brown
Nov 28, 2021
Patricia Ann Brown was born in Iowa City IA., to Fred an Angela Bell on March 14, 1947. Patricia attended the Des Moines Public Schools and graduated from Roosevelt High. After graduating high school Patricia married the love of her life Anthony Maylon Brown, who referred to her as "SWEETIE". Together they raised three beautiful children, Royca, Shawn, and Angela....
Patricia Ann Lewis
Nov 26, 2021
Patricia Ann (Collins) Lewis was born in Des Moines, Iowa on January 27, 1956, to Charles “Bud” Collins and Alberta Maxine (Rogers) Collins. A short two years later, her sister, Terrie Collins, joined this dynamic family. Pat attended high school at Des Moines Technical Vocational High School in which she was a proud alumnus (Go Engineers!). Pat graduated Tech in...
James Floyd Marberry, Sr.
Nov 26, 2021
James F. Marberry, Sr. passed away November 26, 2021. Final arrangements have been entrusted to Smith, Bizzel & Warner in Gary, IN. https://www.smithbizzellwarnerfuneralhome.com/
Glen Leroy Holmes
Nov 24, 2021
Mr. Glen L. Holmes passed away November 24, 2021. A Memorial Visitation is planned for Tuesday, November 30th from 12 noon to 2 pm at Henderson's Funeral Home with interment to follow at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. Glen Leroy Holmes was born August 5th, 1935 to Glen and Mildred (Cooper) Holmes in Shenandoah, Iowa. Glen completed his primary education and...
Sharon Kay Reardon
Nov 19, 2021
Sharon Kay Reardon was born to George Kimber Hukill and Evelyn Francis (Jones) Hukill on May 31, 1949, in Chicago, IL. The family later relocated to West Des Moines, Iowa, where Sharon would go on to graduate from Valley High School. Sharon loved spending time outdoors, collecting antiques, auctions and traveling to Texas Mustang Island to visit family. Sharon always...
Raymond Stuart Murray
Nov 18, 2021
Raymond Stuart Murray was born July 2, 1956 to Ray Kennerly and Betty L. (Tolson) Murray in Des Moines, Iowa. Raymond was educated in the Des Moines Public School System where he graduated from Des Moines Technical High School. Raymond spent most of his working days as a Customer Service Representative. His great work ethic was contagious to his coworkers...
Zlate Dizdarevic
Nov 16, 2021
Zlate Dizdarevic passed away November 16, 2021. Traditional Services were held.
Carrolton Powell
Nov 16, 2021
Carrolton Powell passed away November 16, 2021. No services are scheduled at this time. Please check back for more information.
Juanita Joan Wilson-Young
Nov 12, 2021
Juanita J. Wilson-Young, born Juanita Joan Wilson was welcomed by her parents Melvin Wilson and Sophie Mae (Irby) Wilson on September 30, 1952, in Farrell, Pennsylvania. She was raised and educated in the area graduating from Farrell Senior High School with the class of 1970. Juanita would go on to further her education at a business college in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania....
Nyota Kilozo
Nov 10, 2021
On the day of June 15, 2020, the Lord blessed Kilozo Amisi and Christina Edouard with Nyota Kilozo. Nyota was a happy, easygoing baby and had a charming smile ready to greet anyone whod approach her. Nyota was called to heaven on November 10, 2021. Left to cherish her memories are her mother, Christina Edouard and her father Kilozo Amisi,...
Richard Dennis Martin
Nov 9, 2021
Richard D. Martin went home to be with the Lord November 9, 2021. A full obituary to follow. Homegoing Celebration Saturday, December 4, 2021 11am Union Missionary Baptist Church 1200 McCormick St. - Des Moines, Iowa 50316 Richard Dennis Martin was born April 15, 1942, in Des Moines, IA to John Henry Martin and Mary Mae (Davis) Martin. Richard grew...
Isaiah Jermaine Fernandez-Smith
Nov 8, 2021
Isaiah J. Fernandez-Smith passed away November 8, 2021. A full obituary to follow. Visitation Friday, November 26, 2021 1pm - 5pm Henderson's Highland Park Funeral Home 3500 6th Ave. - Des Moines, Iowa 50313 A Celebration of Life Service will be held will be held privately. *Masks are required for all attendees. Social Distancing will strongly be encouraged.Visitation Friday, November...
Clyde Drain
Nov 7, 2021
Clyde Drain was born on October 18, 1923 in Europa, Mississippi to parents, Zina and Louis Drain. He had one sister, Lillie Chandler that he often spoke fondly of even though they had lost touch as adults. Growing up, Clyde built ammunition and guns for the military. He also worked at a dry cleaner and restaurants including The Cloud Room...
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