Obituaries
Fatima Suvic
Nov 23, 2024
Fatima Suvic passed away at the age of 90. A private family burial will be held in Ezan Cemetery in Prole, Iowa.
Marvin Keith Griffin Sr.
Nov 23, 2024
Marvin Keith Griffin I, born on March 11, 1960, in Des Moines, Iowa, passed away on November 23, 2024, in Mahaska County. He was 64 years old. Marvin was a devoted father, grandfather, brother, and friend whose love for his family, faith, and country defined his life.
Marvin was preceded in death by his parents, Homer Griffin and Barbara Wesley, his...
Richard Alvin Savage
Nov 23, 2024
Mr. Richard Alvin Savage went home to be with the lord on November 23rd, 2024. Service pending for a later date.
Bruce Murray
Nov 21, 2024
Mr. Bruce Murray 65, of Des Moines, Iowa passed away on November 21th, 2024. His funeral service will be held on Thursday, December 5, 2024, at King of Kings Missionary Baptist Church in Des Moines, Iowa at 3:00 p.m. A private family burial will take place at a later date.
Bruce Duncan Murray was born on October 29, 1959 to Ray...
Mary Dock
Nov 20, 2024
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the sudden passing of Mary Melissa Ann Dock who left us on Wednesday, November 20 at the age of 50.Mary was born on October 13, 1974, in Des Moines, the daughter of Rosemary Johnston and the youngest of 4 siblings. She grew up in Des Moines and attended North High School where...
Ben White Jr.
Nov 15, 2024
Ben White Jr., a cherished soul whose laughter echoed through halls and hearts, departed this world on November 15, 2024, in Des Moines, Iowa. Born on April 27, 1946, in the vibrant community of Greenville, Mississippi, Ben's journey through life was crafted with the brush strokes of a talented artist and the humor of a natural-born comedian.
Ben's formative years were...
Mary JoAnn Murray
Nov 12, 2024
Mary JoAnn Murray, 85, passed away on November 12, 2024 in Des Moines, Iowa.
A full obituary is pending.
Please uplift this family in prayer for the days to come.
Darrell Bethards
Nov 7, 2024
Darrell (Nick) Bethards, 67, of Eagle Grove (formerly of Des Moines), passed away on Thursday, November 7, 2024. A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, November 17, 2024, from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Townsend Community Center in Altoona, Iowa. A private family burial will be held at a later date in the Grand River Cemetery...
Matthew King
Nov 7, 2024
Matthew King, 73, passed away on November 7, 2024 at Broadlawns Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa. Visitation is taking place on Friday, November 15, 2024, at Hendersons Funeral Chapel from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. A funeral service will follow on Saturday, November 16th, 2024 at 12:00 P.M. at Bethal AME Church.
Matthew Eugene King was born in Greenville, Mississippi...
Bamie Pate
Nov 5, 2024
Bamie Pate, 70, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. Services are pending.
Please keep her family in your prayers during this difficult time.
Kevin DuVall Turner
Nov 1, 2024
Kevin DuVall Turner was born on March 8th, 1967, in Des Moines, IA, to Lawrence Estelle Jacobs, Jr. and Ruthie Jefferson-Mckenzie. Kevin was educated in the Des Moines Public school system, attending Logan Elementary and graduating North High. He went on to graduate from the American College of Hairstyling in 2005, beginning a successful career as a barber at Imperial...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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