John H. Rouse
October 17, 2016
John H. Rouse
Des Moines
John Rouse, age 94, passed away on Monday, October 17, 2016. He was born to Harry and Minnie Rouse on February 25, 1922. John was a proud WWII Veteran and received a Purple Heart. Upon his return he began driving trucks, which he did the majority of his life.
John is survived by his grandchildren, Donnie, David, Dion, and Chandra; great-grandchildren; sister, Lois Biesoner; friend and loving companion, Ila Mullin; daughter by friendship, Donna (Larry) Brackney; best buddy, Evan Snyder; nieces, nephews, and many relatives & friends.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Darlene; sons, Johnny and Don; granddaughter, DeAnne; grandson, Mark; and his siblings.
Visitation will be held at 2 to 4 p.m., Sunday, October 23, 2016 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street in Des Moines. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, October 24th also at the funeral home followed by burial at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery in Des Moines.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Pam "Townsend" Dickelman
10/22/2016
So sorry to hear of John's passing . John and my dad "Bob Townsend "were great friends for many years. So many good memories of John and his SUPER GARDEN ! He will be greatly missed !
Connie Jo Osborne
10/21/2016
May you RIP Uncle John, I will remember always the fun times and times of sorrow we shared as family throughout the years & I know you enjoyed a long happy life we can all wish for.God's Peace & Love be w/Ila, Lois & all the family during this time, as mom & dad are welcoming you Home in heaven w/open arms.
Always, Jo