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Richard Allen Burt
Deceased: 03/03/2026 | Service: 03/11/2026
Richard Allen Burt, 93, passed away March 3, 2026 at Taylor House Hospice in Des Moines, Iowa. Richard was born on July 31, 1932, in Des Moines, Iowa, to Charles and Elsie (Campbell) Burt. A…
ViewJulia Ann Shires
Deceased: 02/28/2026 | Service: 03/13/2026
Julia Ann (Everhart) Shires was born January 14, 1942, to Marjorie Anna (Bechtel) Everhart and Leland Hayes Everhart. She was raised in Massillon, Ohio, and graduated from Jackson High School where…
ViewMarion Eleanor Staub
Deceased: 02/14/2026 | Service: 03/14/2026
A brief obit can’t do justice to Marion Staub. I’ll try anyway. Born during the Great Depression, Marion’s birth unknowingly created quite a stir: Her parents had to sell their only vehicle to pay…
ViewMelody J. Bartel
Deceased: 02/27/2026 | Service: 03/14/2026
Melody Josephine Bartel, of Altoona, Iowa, passed away after a brief time under the care of hospice on Friday, February 27, 2026, at Iowa Lutheran Hospital’s ICU, surrounded by her loved ones. Many…
ViewHarold Jolly Bierma
Deceased: 03/01/2026 | Service: 03/21/2026
On Sunday, March 1, 2026, Harold Bierma passed away. He was 88 years old. Harold was born March 22,1937 in Des Moines, Iowa, the youngest son of Ralph and Emily Bierma. He and his three siblings…
ViewLois Ann Paulsen
Deceased: 02/22/2026 | Service: 03/21/2026
Lois Paulsen passed away February 22, 2026 in Grimes, Iowa. Lois Paulsen (Miller) was born on April 6, 1930 to Roy and Catherine (Drealan) Miller on the family farm in Palmer, Iowa. She was the…
ViewNora Patricia Bogart
Deceased: 01/30/2026 | Service: 03/22/2026
Nora Patricia Horan Bogart aka Patti Bogart passed away peacefully on January 30, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, loyalty, and unforgettable stories. Patti was born in Burlington, Iowa, to…
ViewBarbara Jean Prendergast
Deceased: 02/26/2026 | Service: 03/24/2026
Barbara Jean Prendergast, 93, of West Des Moines, Iowa, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of faith, service, education, and joyful living. Barbara was born January 22, 1933 to John and…
ViewBrenda Jean Jurgens
Deceased: 02/25/2026 | Service: 03/28/2026
Brenda Jean Jurgens passed away on February 25, 2026 at Walnut Ridge Care Center in Clive, Iowa with family by her side. Brenda was born on June 21, 1959 to Ronald and Iva Jurgens in Cylinder, Iowa.…
ViewDavid A. Christiansen, Ph.D
Deceased: 09/10/2025 | Service: 04/04/2026
David A. Christiansen, Ph.D., died September 10, 2025 at the age of 85. He was an only child who grew up in the very small community of Palisade, Minnesota. His father was a carpenter and self-taught…
ViewLuJean Mary DeLong Stansberry
Deceased: 01/01/2026 | Service: 04/19/2026
LuJean Mary DeLong Stansberry, 73, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2026. Born on August 8, 1952, LuJean lived a full and loving life centered around family, travel, and dedication to her work.…
ViewOrrell May Veren
Deceased: 02/21/2026 | Service: 04/19/2026
Orrell May (Sietmann) Veren April 19, 1928 – February 21, 2026 Orrell May (Sietmann) Veren, age 97, of Laurel, Iowa, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2026, at Ramsey Village Continuing Care in…
ViewGwendolyn M. Norris
Deceased: 02/12/2026 | Service: 05/09/2026
Gwendolyn Mae Norris, 93, passed peacefully with family present on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at Prairie Vista Village in Altoona. Gwen was born October 14, 1932, in Faribault, Minnesota to…
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