Obituaries
Linda James
Sep 4, 2024
Linda Susan James, 73, passed away Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at Unity Point Iowa Methodist Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa. She fought a good fight and we’re thankful for the years God allowed us to have you in our lives. Now rest on as we keep you in our hearts.
Linda was born April 7, 1951 to Henrietta Coil and Vergil...
Tariq LeVante Reynolds
Sep 1, 2024
Tariq "T-Da-Realest" LeVante Reynolds was born on July 21, 2003, in St. Paul, Minnesota. A radiant light in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him, departed this world too soon on September 1, 2024, in Des Moines, Iowa, while selflessly protecting others—a true hero whose memory will forever echo in our hearts.
Tariq's journey began at Roosevelt...
Jariece Delarosa
Aug 21, 2024
Jariece Elizabeth Delarosa
Forever in our hearts
Jariece Elizabeth Delarosa came into this world with an entry that will never be forgotten. After nearly 72 hours of the induction process, an emergency c-section was performed. She came into the world swinging and kicking at Iowa Methodist Medical Center on June 19th , 2024.
We were just beginning our adventure when she was called...
Shawneesha Dimery
Aug 17, 2024
Ms. Shawneesha Dimery went home to be with the Lord on, August 17, 2024. She will greatly be missed.
Service details are pending for a later date.
Theodore "Teddy" Burkett
Aug 15, 2024
Theodore "Teddy" Burkett Sr. was born on September 3, 1945, to John Sr. and Leona (Rumley) Burkett in Des Moines, IA. He was educated in the Des Moines Public School System.
Teddy was blessed with six children, Kim, Pokie, Shawna, Ted Jr., Rico and Chooy. He married Michelle Burkett and together they raised their children together in Des Moines. Through his...
Denise Rae Sigars
Aug 13, 2024
Denise Rae Sigars, 65, of Des Moines, IA passed away on August 13, 2024.
Please continue to lift this family in prayer.
Deacon Desi Woods
Aug 6, 2024
Deacon Desi Woods, 69, of Des Moines IA. passed away on August 6, 2024. Visitation will be on Friday, August 16, 2024, from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Hendersons Funeral & Cremation Care. His homegoing funeral celebration will be held on Saturday, August 17, 2024 at Mt. Hebron Baptist Church in Des Moines at 12:00 p.m.
Deacon Desi Woods Sr., 69,...
Christopher Lee Robinson Sr.
Jul 30, 2024
Christopher Lee Robinson Sr., 62 passed away in the loving presence of his family on July 30, 2024. Funeral Services will be held August 9, 2024 at 9:00 A.M. at King of Kings Missionary Baptist Church.
Earthol Duncan Jr.
Jul 19, 2024
Earthol Duncan Jr., 86, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away on Friday, July 19, 2024, at MercyOne in Des Moines. A memorial visitation will be held at Hendersons Funeral & Cremation Care on Friday, August 2, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Immediately following visitation, his memorial service will begin at 10:00 a.m. with Dr. Robin Duncan and Dr....
Lamine Yaya
Jul 17, 2024
Lamine Yaya, age 55, passed away on July 17, 2024. He was buried in a tradition manner at Ezan Cemetery in Prole, IA.
Ali Bajuni
Jul 17, 2024
Ali Bajuni, 59, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, July 18, 2024, at Broadlawns Medical Center in Des Moines. A private family burial will be held at the Es-Salam Cemetery in Granger, Iowa.
Margie M. Long
Jul 14, 2024
Margie M. Long was born on March ,1932, in Des Moines, Iowa, peacefully passed away on July 14, 2024, the same city where her life began. Her visitation will be held on Saturday, July 20, 2024, at Kyles AME Zion Church, in Des Moines, from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Immediately following visitation, her funeral service will be at 1:00...
Jerry Cooper
Jul 14, 2024
Jerry Fonzo Cooper, 77, passed away on July 14, 2024, in Des Moines, Iowa, the same city where he was born on January 30, 1947. A private family burial will be held at the Iowa Veteran's Cemetery in Adel, Iowa.
Jerry graduated from Des Moines Technical High School, which set the foundation for his lifelog dedication to practical skills and problem-solving....
Suleiamn Abrahim
Jul 14, 2024
Suleiamn Abrahim passed away on July 14, 2024. A private family burial will take place at Ezan Cemetery in Prole Iowa
Lawrence (Larry) McLachlan
Jul 13, 2024
Lawrence “Larry” Osmond McLachlan III, known affectionately as LMak, passed away at the age 55 in Des Moines, Iowa, on July 13, 2024. He was born on February 4, 1969, in Hartford, Connecticut to Lawrence Osmond and Dorret June (Ortega) McLachlan Jr.
The McLachlan family relocated to Urbandale, IA where Lawrence continued his education in the West Des Moines School System...
Margaret M. May
Jul 7, 2024
A Memorial Service will be held at Henderson's Chapel on Friday, July 12, 2024 at the hour of 11:00 A.M.
Margaret M. May was born April 20th 1925 to Mae Brooks and Charles McCracken in Iowa, with her four siblings. Spending time living in California and graduating high school, she later returned to Des Moines and pursued a career in education...
Elvedit Odzakovic
Jul 7, 2024
Elvedit Odzakovic passed away on July 7, 2024 in Pleasant Hill, IA. A private family burial will take place at Ezan Cemetery in Prole, Iowa.
Darrin "DJ" Demeatrius Dafney Jr.
Jul 6, 2024
Darrin “DJ” Demeatrius Dafney Jr. was a beloved soul whose presence left a lasting impact on all who had the privilege of knowing him. Born on January 26, 1995, in Des Moines, Iowa, Darrin's journey on this earth came to a peaceful close on July 6, 2024, in Iowa City, Iowa. A memorial visitation will be held on Friday, August...
Donald Leo Burke
Jul 3, 2024
Donald Leo Burke was born on August 21, 1951 in West Alice, WI to Bruno and Phyllis Burke. He graduated from St. Pius High School, also in West Alice, WI.
Don joined the US Navy in 1971 and served 6 years, receiving an honorable discharge in April of 1977. He took pride in being in the Navy and serving his country,...
Nytasha Coil
Jul 2, 2024
Nytasha Coil, age 52, passed away July 2, 2024. Visitation Services will be held at Corinthian Baptist Church, Saturday, July 13, 2024 at noon with Funeral Services beginning at 1:00 P.M.
Nytasha E. Welch-Coil was born on August 7, 1971 to David R. and Ira J. (Thomas) Welch in Des Moines, IA. She was educated in the Des Moines Public...
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