Obituaries

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

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...

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

Donna Mae Jackson

Donna Mae Jackson

Sep 10, 2021

Donna Mae was born in Des Moines, Iowa, on February 3, 1935. She was raised by her mother, Gladys Mae Burrell-Stubberfield and her aunts. She was the eldest of five. She attended the Des Moines Public schools and Detroit, Michigan schools. Early in life she met her husband William Holland Jackson in San Francisco while he was serving in the...

Farzana Yusuf

Farzana Yusuf

Sep 9, 2021

Farzana Yusuf passed away September 9, 2021. Traditional Services were held at Es-Selem Cemetery in Granger, Iowa

Gerilene Brooks Balderas

Gerilene Brooks Balderas

Sep 8, 2021

Gerilene was born March 29, 1954 in Texas, to Robert Ware and Margarite Brooks. She received her primary education in the Marshalltown Public school district. She also attended Marshalltown Community College. Gerilene loved going to the casino, cooking sopa's and listening to all kinds of music. She also liked to travel and do crafts. She especially like hanging out with...

Evelyn Frazier

Evelyn Frazier

Sep 7, 2021

Evelyn Frazier passed away September 7, 2021. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. A full obituary to follow.

James Yaguoi Gabriel

James Yaguoi Gabriel

Sep 7, 2021

James Y. Gabriel passed away September 7, 2021. Visitation for Mr. Gabriel will be held Friday, November 12 at Lutheran Church of Hope from 11 am to 1 pm. Home Going services will be held on Saturday, November 13th at 1 pm from Kyles AME Zion Church. A copy of the obituary and Order of Service are attached. Visitation Friday,...

Yvon Koffi Omondele Abathan

Yvon Koffi Omondele Abathan

Sep 6, 2021

Yvon Koffi Omondele Abathan was born on June 9, 1950 to Prudence Abathan and Akouavi De Souza, in the country of Togo. Though he was educated locally he continued to educate himself in various areas throughout his life. Specifically welding and tailoring. Along his lifes journey Yvon became certified as a Couturier which helped his work as an outfitter and...

Yolanda Latrice Ingram

Yolanda Latrice Ingram

Sep 3, 2021

Yolanda L. Ingram passed away September 3, 2021. Services will held at a later date under the direction of New McFalls Funeral Home in Detroit, Michigan.

Melvin Ray Cole

Melvin Ray Cole

Sep 1, 2021

Melvin Ray Cole was born August 22, 1963 in Clarkston , Missouri to Lonzo Cole and Claudine (Allen) Cole. He was the fourth child of six in the family, but he wanted to be the boss! He was very protective of his younger siblings, so their mom told the them to, “follow him.” The problem with that was, the girls...

Frederick Mcculler

Frederick Mcculler

Aug 30, 2021

Frederick Milton McCuller passed away on August 30, 2021. A public visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 7, 2021, at Henderson's Highland Park Funeral Home from 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, September 8, 2021, at True Bible Baptist Church at 12:30 p.m. A full obituary will follow. Check back for updates. Visitation...

Dorine Lee

Dorine Lee

Aug 30, 2021

Dorine Lee passed away August 30, 2021. Ms. Lee was a former resident of Chicago and her family elected to have services for her there.