Obituaries

Jun 17, 2017

Darnell Cameron Lee was born on August 28, 1990 to Arthur T. Lee, Sr. and Joleen K. Johnson. Darnell was educated in the Des Moines Public School System where he completed his general studies. After graduation, he continued his education at Iowa Central Community College working toward a degree. Darnell worked as an independent contractor, waiter and remodeling homes. If...

Jun 16, 2017

Njeri Fowler passed away on June 16th, 2017. A memorial service was held on Thursday, June 22nd, 2017 at 11 a.m., at the St. Paul A.M.E. Church in Des Moines, Iowa. Memorial Service Thursday, June 22, 2017 Starts at 11:00am Merle Hay Cemetery

Jun 15, 2017

Patricia Ann Hayter was born on June 13, 1938 in Des Moines, Iowa. Her parents, Luther Byron and Bertie Thurston-Hayter raised a great family with ongoing memories and values that will never be forgotten. She was one of five children. Patricia completed her general studies at the Des Moines Technical High School. Furthering her education she attended Drake University, seeking...

Jun 8, 2017

Final arrangements have been entrusted to Golden Gate Funeral in Dallas, TX.

Jun 4, 2017

Earl Floyd Stone, 86, passed away peacefully on June 4, 2017 at Parkridge Specialty Care Center. Earl was the only remaining child of Barney and Myrtle (Proctor) Stone. he was born in Louisville, Kentucky, on November 6, 1930. His parents and all his siblings are now deceased. Earl was a generous person; always willing to help. He had a lawn...

Jun 4, 2017

Naci el 24 de Septiembre de 1969 en Jalisco, Mxico a Hilario Zepeda y Manuela Ocampo. Fue en Jalisco donde se cri y educ. El 3 de marzo de 2001, Mercedez se cas con Ruben Silv. Hicieron su casa en Des Moines, Iowa para criar a su familia. Mercedez era una ama de casa que amaba cuidar de su familia....

Jun 2, 2017

Emmanuel S. Guanue, 45, was born January 15, 1972 in Saniquelleh, Liberia to Peter Guanue and Alberta Bailey Guanue. He was a quiet child with a great big smile. He carried that smile with him his whole life. Emmanuel received his primary education in Liberia and went on to the university for advanced education and certification as a Social Worker....

Jun 1, 2017

Etien J. Luna passed away on June 1st, 2017. A public visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 7th, 2017 at Henderson's Highland Park Funeral Home from 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. In death, he rejoins his grandfather: Paul Martin; cousins: Paul T. Butts Jr., Alhamisi M. Butts, Ezra T. Butts; and his best-brother: Demetrias Thomas. He is survived by...

May 26, 2017

Doyle Danner passed away on May 26th, 2017. No services are planned at this time.

May 26, 2017

Christopher Landers (32) of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away on May 26th, 2017. No services are planned at this time.

May 25, 2017

Rosetta Toole was born April 11, 1960 to Jim and Berle Brown in Ottumwa, Iowa. She completed her primary schooling there before moving to Des Moines. Rosetta was employed as a waitress most of her life. This is where she developed her people skills and love for people. She was a kind and compassionate person that would never turn her...

May 24, 2017

William Ernest Webster, affectionately called "Bill", was born to William and Rose Webster on August 24, 1964 in Des Moines, Iowa. He was raised and educated in the Des Moines Public School System, graduating in the class of 1981 from Theodore Roosevelt High School. Having a passion for cutting hair, Bill pursued his Cosmetology License and worked as a hairstylist...

May 16, 2017

Mr. Jesse June Baugh passed away May 16, 2017. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 3, 2017 in Detroit, Michigan from the Grace Church of the Nazarene. An open visitation will be held at Swanson's Funeral Home in Detroit from 2-8 pm on Friday. Jesse worked for Ford Motor Company for over 20 years. Jesse is survived by...

May 13, 2017

John Alecks Moore, Jr. was born on November 27, 1956 in Camp Lejune, North Carolina to John and Billie Jean (Burrell) Moore. John, affectionately known as "Ploots" was educated in the Des Moines Public School system where he graduated from East High School. He attended Union Baptist Church with his Mom while growing up. John came from a long line...

May 10, 2017

Choice Dion Dejour Elliston (23) passed away on May 10th, 2017. A public visitation will be held on Thursday, May 18th 2017, from 10:00am until 12:00pm at Elpis Christian Fellowship with funeral service to follow. Interment will be at Glendale Cemetery. Left to cherish his memory is his Mother: Moneeco Elliston, Father: Joshua Williams, Fiance': Mia Windsor, Sister: Michealria Elliston,...

May 10, 2017

Carnelia Jane Richardson (55), of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away on May 10th, 2017. A funeral service will be held at 1:00 pm on Friday, May 18th, 2017, at Henderson's Highland Park Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Glendale cemetery. Carnelia Jane Richardson was born to the union of of Cecil Lee and Gloria Mae Richardson on October 24, 1961...

May 8, 2017

May 8, 2017

Willa Nevel Jones was born July 11, 1934 in Bessemer, Alabama. She completed her primary education in the public school system of Bessemer. Willa moved to Gary, Indiana at an early age. She moved to Des Moines to be near family in 2014. She was employed at Iowa Methodist Medical Center as a Surgical Technician, a job she loved until...

May 5, 2017

Kevin Ray Hunter was born August 30, 1960 in Des Moines, Kevin passed away on May 5, 2017.Memorial Service Saturday, May 27, 2017 Starts at 2:00pm Henderson's Highland Park Funeral Home

May 4, 2017

Lee Paul Ollie (79) of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away under the care of Unity Point Hospice on May 4th, 2017. A public visitation will be held at Henderson's Funeral Home, May 12th, 2017 from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Funeral services will be held at the Revival Center, May 13th, 2017, at 12:00 pm. Visitation Friday, May 12, 2017...