Thelma Lou Knight
Oct 19, 2026
Thelma Lou (Moorer) Knight
Thelma Lou (Moorer) Knight, age 85, of Ames, IA, formerly of Gary, IN, transitioned to eternal rest on Monday, October 19, 2026, at Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames, IA.
Thelma Lou Knight, daughter of the late Blanche and Parker Moorer, was born December 19, 1940.
After graduating high school, Thelma met and ultimately married Robert A. Knight Sr....
Paul Cavil
Oct 19, 2026
CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF PAUL CAVIL
Paul Cavil, the son of Charles and Little Tiny Cavil, was born in Des Moines, Iowa, on December 21, 1956. He peacefully transitioned at home on Monday, October 19, 2026.
Paul attended Des Moines Public Schools and graduated from Des Moines Technical High School. He went on to serve his country with distinction in the United...
Dorothy Chapman
Oct 16, 2026
Dorothy Latiea Chapman, 43, of Des Moines, Iowa, gained her heavenly wings on Friday, October 16, 2026. Though her time here on earth has come to an end, the love, laughter, faith, and unforgettable memories she leaves behind will live forever in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
Visitation will be held on Monday, October 26, 2026, from...
James Chad Prey
Oct 16, 2026
Chad Prey, 55, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2026. Chad was born on December 31, 1970, in Des Moines.
Chad grew up in Des Moines and was a graduate of Dowling High School and Grandview College. Nicknamed “Steamball” by his grandfather, Chad had a successful baseball career as a left-handed pitcher, playing as a starting pitcher for Dowling on three...
Mary Catherine Bruce
Oct 7, 2026
Mary Catherine Bruce, 97, of Urbandale, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.
Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at Corinthian Baptist Church in Des Moines, Iowa. Her Celebration Homecoming will immediately follow visitation at 12:00 p.m., with Reverend Dr. Jonathan Whitfield...
Zelma Jenkins
Oct 7, 2026
In Loving Memory of Zelma Deain Jenkins
September 6, 1945 – October 7, 2026
Zelma Deain Jenkins was born on September 6, 1945, in Downsville, Louisiana, to Merian (Milsap) Jenkins and Nathaniel Jenkins. She was the sixth of ten children, eight girls and two boys, and was raised in Farmersville, Louisiana. She received her early education in the Farmersville Public School District.
At...