All Obituaries

Mayme Pearl Barnett Ward, (age 103) died on October 19, 2019 in Urbandale, IA after a long, faith-filled and happy life.  She was born on May 28, 1916 to Dudley Burney and Goldie Bruce Barnett in Harrisonville, Missouri. After her mother’s death in 1921, Mayme Pearl and her older brother, Henry Clinton Barnett, were raised by their father and their beloved aunt, Margaret Barnett (Marmie).   They moved to Kansas City, Missouri, where they were active in Westport Presbyterian...

In His Loving Memory EDWARD JOHN MONDO Edward John Mondo, 82, passed away Thursday, October 9, 2019.  Cremation rites will be accorded and no services are planned at this time.

Courtney Michelle Davis, 29, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Tuesday, September 17, 2019.  Cremation rites have been accorded and a Celebration of Life will be held at 3:00 p.m. Thursday, September 26, 2019 at (722 S. Ankeny Blvd., Ankeny, IA).  The family will greet friends one hour prior to services. Courtney was born November 4, 1989 to Lawrence and Brenda (Brock) Davis in St. Louis, MO.   Those left to cherish her memory are her mother, Brenda of Des Moines, IA;...

Connie L. Poundstone, 82, passed away with her family by her side on Friday, September 6, 2019 at Polk City Nursing and Rehabilitation.   Connie was born October 12, 1936 to Paul Fox and Mabel Elizabeth (Hawk) Voegtlin in Mitchellville, IA.  She grew up in Mitchellville and graduated from Mitchellville High School in 1954. She later worked at and retired from Delavan Manufacturing.  She is survived by her children; Rhonda (Dan) Burch of Ankeny, IA; Linda (Jim) Hanifen of...

Jose Jorge Gutierrez Ramirez, 62, of Des Moines passed away at his home on August 30, 2019. Funeral services will be held at 5:00 p.m. Friday, September 6, 2019 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (3301 Ashworth Rd., West Des Moines, IA) where the family will greet friends one hour prior to services.   José Jorge Gutiérrez Ramírez nació en Puebla, Puebla, México, el 18/08/57. Era un hijo, esposo, padre y amigo; Jorge vivió...

Natalie Mary Nihsen, Nat Nat, Aunt Nat, Scooter, Gabby’s mom, Daughter, Sister, Friend fulfilled God’s purpose on earth on August 15, 2019 at 28 years of age from complications of lupus resulting in a cranial hemorrhage. She was born on November 14,1990 in Peoria, Illinois. She leaves behind Parents John and Kristie Nihsen, sister Sara Jeffries (Jim), brother Tim Nihsen (Randi), nephews Easton, Harley, and Wilson, Niece Kenlea, Grandmas Rose Stoner and Lavon Nihsen. Gone before...

Michael David Reese, 63, of Waterloo, IA passed away at his home on Sunday, August 4, 2019.  Following Mike’s wishes, cremation rites will be a accorded and no formal services are planned. Mike was born March 13, 1956 to Damon and Shirley (Powell) Reese in Des Moines, IA.  Mike was the oldest of four children and welcomed Jim, Dan and his sis, Cheryl.  On October 24, 1976 Mike was united in marriage to Shelley Warland.  He worked for Fareway for nearly 40 years. He...

In His Loving Memory Steven E. Nogosek

Helen Louise Cook, 76, originally of Grinnell, IA, passed away Monday, June10, 2019 at her home in Ankeny, IA. Cremation rites have been accorded and a Celebration of Life will be from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. Saturday, June 29, 2019 in the Spinner Ballroom at Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino, Altoona IA. (The family is requesting guests to wear blue, any shade). In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the Des Moines Homeless Veteran’s Stand...

Joseph “Joe” Johnson, 76 passed away with his family by his side at his home in Indianola on June 5, 2019.   Cremation rites have been accorded and a celebration of life and potluck lunch will be held from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. Saturday, June 15, 2019 at the Churchville Hall (2876 South Street, Churchville, IA  50211). Joseph Raphel Johnson was born February 22, 1943 to Robert and Mary Laurine (Hoelting) Johnson in Des Moines, IA. Joe grew up in the Des Moines area...