Donald Jennings
September 12, 1944 — January 04, 2026
Donald Jennings, age 81, passed away Sunday, January 4, 2026, at his residence in Des Moines, Iowa.
Don was born September 12, 1944, in Chicago, Illinois to Charles and Maxine Jennings.
He served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. He worked for a telephone company as an installer until his retirement. He was lovingly known to many as “Uncle Don”.
He is survived by many loving family members and friends.
Don was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Jacquelin “Jackie” Jennings, his niece, Dawn Sinnott, and his best friend, Sophie.
There will be a celebration of Don’s life at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines on Sunday, January 11, 2026, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
CRAIG W CROSS
01/09/2026
Sorry to see him go... I'm going to miss him. R.I.P my good friend
Larry Flesher and Sue Toomey
01/08/2026
Don was a wonderful friend and coworker! He had a big heart and a great sense of humor. He will be missed by many. Our Thursday morning breakfast club meetings will never be the same! Don and Jackie, together again! ❤️