Dec 17, 2025

Effie Marie Walker, 87, formerly of Sardis, Mississippi, gained her wings peacefully on December 17th, 2025, in Des Moines, IA, joining her 3 boys: Michael Walker Sr, Richard Walker Sr., and Haywood Walker. Effie leaves behind her granddaughter and grandson, whom she raised as her own: Michael Walker Jr. and Meosha Walker. As well as her other grandchildren, who loved...

Dec 16, 2025

Stephen Butler, 74, of Altoona, Iowa, passed away on December 16, 2025. There are no services planned at this time.

Dec 15, 2025

A. Marcelle Cooper January 1, 1939 – December 15, 2025 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of A. Marcelle Cooper, who peacefully departed this life on December 15, 2025, in Des Moines, Iowa. Born on January 1, 1939, in Fort Madison, Iowa, to Marshall and Bessie Wilkerson, Marcelle was a trailblazer in her professional life and...

Dec 15, 2025

Dec 14, 2025

Meryln Bowker passed away at the age of 89 in Polk City, Iowa, on December 14, 2025. Memorial services are pending.

Dec 13, 2025

Yvonne Lucille Francis, age 73, peacefully departed from this world on December 13, 2025, at her home in Des Moines, Iowa, surrounded by her devoted family. A celebration of her rich and beautiful life will be held on January 3, 2026, at New Beginnings Christian Fellowship in Des Moines Iowa from 1:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. Born on January 3,...

Dec 12, 2025

Alfred Eugene Clements, aged 64, of Des Moines, Iowa, softly departed from this world on December 12, 2025, surrounded by the love he nurtured throughout his life. A visitation to honor his memory will be held on Monday, January 5, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Christ Apostolic Temple in Des Moines. His Homegoing Celebration will commence immediately...

Dec 10, 2025

Richard Moore passed away at the age of 76 at the Iowa Veterans Home in Marshalltown Iowa. Memorial services pending.

Dec 10, 2025

Visitation Saturday, Jan 3rd, 2026, 12:00 P.M.- 1:00 P.M at Kingdom Life Family Ministries International, 321 Euclid Avenue, Des Moines, Iowa 50313 HomeGoing Celebration Saturday, at 1:00 P.M. CST Judith "Judy" Elaine Lamar, a beloved spirit and vibrant soul, departed this world on December 10, 2025, at the age of 65 in her hometown of Des Moines, Iowa. Born on...

Dec 8, 2025

Charles Rogers, 66, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away on December 2, 2025. No services are planned at this time.