Paul Lawrence Martin was born to John and Mary Martin in Des Moines, Iowa, on March 20, 1929. He lived his entire life in Des Moines, graduating from Des Moines Technical High School before joining the United States Army on March 28, 1946, to defend his country. He was joined in marriage with Lue Verdia Wheaton on May 22, 1949....
John Burkett, Jr. was born July 19, 1932 in Rex Five, Iowa to John Burkett, Sr. and Leona Rumley Burkett. He attended school in that little mining town until the eighth grade. The family lived in Rex Five, Buxton and Waukee until they settled in Des Moines. John worked where he could until he was trained as a butcher. He...
Travon Epps, Jr., the son of Myria Epps, passed away at Blank Children's Hospital from complications of the flu. He was 7 years old. Memorials may be made to the family. Cemetery Details Sunset Memorial Gardens 7601 Fleur Dr. Des Monies, IA, 50321 Family Greeting friends from JAN 12. 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM Elpis Christian Fellowship 4440 College Des...
Mr. Harry Clifford Frith completed his earthly journey on January 3, 2015 in Houston, TX, where he has resided for 30 years. Harry was born in West Des Moines, IA to the late Theodore and Celia Frith. He was part of the Valley Junction Community and he graduated from Valley High School. He attended college in Milwaukee, WI. Later he...
John L. Neville was born October 22, 1934 to the late Joe and Rachel Person Neville in Germantown, Tennessee. John was educated through the Shelby County School System. John accepted Christ at an early age at New Sardis Missionary Baptist Church. John's gift from God was to sing. He used his gift to the glory of God whenever he could....
Jahron DLon Parker was born May 7, 1980 in Des Moines, Iowa to David Pickett and Cynthia Parker. He was educated in the Des Moines Public School system, where he graduated. Jahron worked at Jacobson staffing where he had the opportunity to work several different jobs and meet many different people. He was a people person with polite manners and...
James Bolden, Sr. was born June 8, 1967 in Des Moines, Iowa to Donald Eugene and Clara (Carr) Bolden. He was educated in the Des Moines Public School System where he graduated. Several years ago, James moved to Kansas City, MO where he worked as a mechanic. James passed away on December 28, 2014 in Kansas City. He is survived...
David Fugate Sr. was born on March 16, 1954 to Kerry Taylor and Odessa Fugate in Des Moines, IA. He was educated in the Des Moines Public School District and graduated from North High School. David was blessed with three children; David Jr., Shalonda and John. In his free time, David enjoyed cars, old school music and movies. A self...
Neva was part of the 'Happy Quilters of All Saints Catholic Church'. she was devoted to her husband, Don and children, Dennis, Bev and Jeff. A wonderful woman, never known to gossip or say anything negative about anyone, she will be missed by us all.
Bette Jane Greene, a former Tailoring and dressmaking instructor at Des Moines Tech High School, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2014 at the age of 91. Bette is survived by her son, Paul Greene and grandsons, Jonathan, Samuel and Adam Greene. Family Greeting friends from DEC 20. 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM Seventh Day Adventist Church 2317 Watrous Ave...