Baby Endiya Genesis Lovejoy
Dec 16, 2021
My name is Endiya Genesis Lovejoy. I made my appearance into this world on December 15, 2021, but I was too early for the party, so I went to Heaven on an Angels wings. My mother, Elexis and father, Cedrick loved me dearly. As did my brothers, Cedrick, Jr. and Carter and my sister Jean, my grandparents, Francine & Michael...
Ray Michael Lee, Jr.
Dec 15, 2021
Mr. Ray M. Lee Jr. was born April 3, 1944 to Ray Lee Sr. and Inez McGee Lee in Washington, DC. He attended and graduated from East High School before entering military service. Ray was an Air Force and Army retiree. He attended Corinthian Baptist Church and sang with the Male Chorus, until his health began to fail. He had...
Byron Stewart
Dec 13, 2021
Byron Stewart passed away December 13, 2021. A full obituary to follow. Celebration of Life Thursday, December 30, 2021 2pm - 7pm Grandview Enclosed Shelter House 3230 Easton Blvd. - Des Moines, Iowa 50317 Byron Stewart was born May 30, 1954 in Clinton MO, to Ralph Stewart and Velma Avery Stewart. Byron enjoyed spending time with his friends and family....
Lawrence Zelnolia Grady
Dec 11, 2021
Lawrence Z. Grady passed away December 11, 2021. Visitation Thursday, December 30, 2021 10am - 11am Homegoing Celebration 11am with visitation one hour prior to service Christ Apostolic Temple 1230 E. 17th St. - Des Moines, Iowa 50316 *Masks are suggested for all attendees. Social Distancing will be strongly encouraged. *This service will be made available via Facebook Live on...
Rev. Oreatha Shears
Dec 9, 2021
Oreatha (McCoy) Shears was born in New Jersey on November 30, 1926 to William McCoy and Tressia Veasley. After graduation, from Orange High School, Oreatha obtained employment as a telephone operator. Oreathas distinctive voice could be heard at New Jersey Bell and Ohio Bell Telephone Companies. She also worked for University Hospital in Cleveland, Ohio. She married the late Deacon...
Kevin Miles Bolden
Dec 4, 2021
Kevin Miles Bolden, 67, March 4, 1954 - November 21, 2021 Kevin Bolden transitioned from his mortal life on November 21, 2021 after a long battle with several health issues. Kevin grew up in and was educated in Des Moines, IA. He graduated with a degree in Journalism from Drake University. Kevin worked hard to achieve his goals and leave...
Terri Rae Smith
Dec 3, 2021
Terri Rae Smith peacefully passed away December 3, 2021 at her home. A Memorial service will be held at a later time. Terri was born February 3, 1952 to Jack and Helen (Baker) Clegg in Rock Island, IL. She attended and graduated from East Moline High School. She was employed as an accounting and billing specialist at a doctor's office....
Ghaniyah Defan
Dec 2, 2021
Ghaniyah Defan passed away December 2, 2021. Traditional Services will be held at Es-Salem Cemetery in Granger, Iowa at a later date.
Patricia Ann Brown
Nov 28, 2021
Patricia Ann Brown was born in Iowa City IA., to Fred an Angela Bell on March 14, 1947. Patricia attended the Des Moines Public Schools and graduated from Roosevelt High. After graduating high school Patricia married the love of her life Anthony Maylon Brown, who referred to her as "SWEETIE". Together they raised three beautiful children, Royca, Shawn, and Angela....
Patricia Ann Lewis
Nov 26, 2021
Patricia Ann (Collins) Lewis was born in Des Moines, Iowa on January 27, 1956, to Charles “Bud” Collins and Alberta Maxine (Rogers) Collins. A short two years later, her sister, Terrie Collins, joined this dynamic family. Pat attended high school at Des Moines Technical Vocational High School in which she was a proud alumnus (Go Engineers!). Pat graduated Tech in...