Estafon Marco Paloma

Estafon Marco Paloma
of Des Moines, Iowa

Estafon Paloma, age 54, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Sunday, November 16, 2025. He was born the son of Elpedia Garcia and Leandro Paloma on January 23, 1971 in Des Moines, Iowa.

Estafon was a devout Catholic whose faith was the center of his life. He was a proud member of the Knights of Columbus. He loved watching football, especially the Green Bay Packers and Notre Dame. Estafon took great joy in listening to music, telling jokes and stories, dancing, watching movies, and spending time outdoors. Above all, he was devoted to his family and treasured every moment with them. He will be profoundly missed.

He is lovingly survived by his wife Boursy Paloma, children Manolo and Elpedia Paloma, siblings Stephanie Hernandez and Manolo (Gina) Paloma, many nieces and nephews, and a host of extended family members and friends.

Estafon was preceded in death by his parents.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m., Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at St. Ambrose Cathedral, 607 High St., Des Moines followed by burial at Jordan Cemetery. The family will greet friends Monday, November 24th from 5 to 7 p.m. with the Rosary recited at 6:30 p.m., held at Hamilton’s 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in Estafon’s memory.

Condolences may be expressed at: www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com

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