Albert Louie Parrish was born on December 17, 1940, in Des Moines, Iowa, to Rev. George and Lucy Parrish. He was educated and graduated from East High School. Albert was very active in sports during his academic career. He was a high jumper in track and he played football. Albert holds a personal record at East High School.
Albert joined the...
Robert Edmonds, affectionately known as "Chinn" was born February 4th, 1935 to Asalee (Durham) and Alex Edmonds in Brinkley, Arkansas. He was the second son of seven siblings. He departed this life on Tuesday, January 7th, 2025 at Iowa Lutheran Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa at the age of 89. He was preceded in death by his loving and devoted...
Robert Lee Anderson Jr., was born on December 26, 1953, to Robert Lee and Darlene (Wright) Anderson Sr. He grew up in Waterloo, Iowa for most of his life. Robert was educated and graduated from East High School in 1970. He joined the Navy and served to protect his country. Robert continued his educational career by attending the University of...
Calvin L. Nesbitt, 98, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, January 1, 2025, at the VA Central Iowa Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa. His visitation will be held on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at Kyles A.M.E. Zion Church in Des Moines from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Calvin's funeral will immediately follow his visitation and begin at 12:00...
Nichelle Henderson went to be with the Lord on December 31, 2024, at the age of 52. She passed away surrounded by her loving family and friends in her final moments. Nichelle was a woman of immense humor, boldness, and wisdom, cherishing every moment spent with her loved ones. Her passion for helping others, her unwavering spirit, and her radiant...
Diane Brown passed away at the age of 68 at Iowa Methodist on December 30,2024. Memorial services are pending.
Diane Renae Brown, age 68, of Des Moines, Iowa passed away at Iowa Methodist Hospital in Des Moines on Monday, December 30th, 2024, surrounded by loved ones after a long battle with cancer. Her body has been cremated and a celebration of...
Jeffrey Lynn Sorensen 41 born in Des Moines Iowa to Carla Sorensen and Jeffrey McFaddenn on October 21,1983 passed away on December 28,2024. Jeff leaves behind 4 children Jeffrey Jr,, Raelynn, Avalynn, Davia. His mother Carla and siblings Jessica (Jesse) Sorensen, Dawn (Antonio) Hunter, Nalisha, Tyreaka, Jeffrey,his granddaughter Willow and many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Jeff enjoyed being...
Loretta V. Goldman was born on April 4th, 1943, to James and Roma (Buckner) Goldman in Columbia, Missouri. Loretta Goldman was educated in the Columbia Public Schools and graduated from Hickman High School.
Lorretta accepted Jesus as her Lord and Savior at a young age and attended Wright Temple Church of God in Christ. After moving to Des Moines, Iowa, she...
Michael Dennis Welch Sr. was born on September 18, 1941, to Harold Sr. and Elizabeth Welch in Des Moines, Iowa. He was educated through the Des Moines public school system and graduated from East high school. Michael was an all-American athlete. He played football, ran track and wrestled for Des Moines East high school. After attending East high school Michael...
Ina Boone of Des Moines IA passed away at the University of Iowa in Iowa City at the age of 53. Ina Louise Boone had a heart made of pure gold. She will be truly missed by all of us but we will carry her close in our hearts. Memorial Services are pending.