René Halsey

René Halsey, 57, passed away August 17, 2016 surrounded by her loving family. Services will be held at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines, IA with visitation Friday evening, August 19 from 4 to 8 p.m. and the funeral service on Saturday, August 20 at 10:00 a.m.

She is survived by her husband, Mark Halsey; her children, Brandon Halsey and Cory (John) Starr; grandson, Dawson Starr; siblings, Gail (Kevin) Silk, Craig (Chris) Thran and Wendy Thran; her many nieces, nephews, in-laws, extended family and friends. René was preceded in death by her parents, Jerry and Liz Thran and her grandparents.

René worked in the insurance industry all of her life and most recently at Nationwide. She has battled ALS for the past 3-1/2 years. Rene' left us too early as she had battled ALS since she was diagnosed in June of 2013, but she lived a full life.

Rene' loved to golf, cook and bake, play cards, play games in the yard with friends (she cheated at croquet), ride her bicycle, and be with her many loving family and friends. She asks that everyone take time not to be sad but to instead enjoy reflecting on the wonderful life she had.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be directed to ALS Association, Des Moines ALS Walk, and donate to Team René. Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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