William Lawrence 'Larry' Carter
Sep 30, 2020
William Lawrence 'Larry' CArter III, 72, passed away peacefully at his home. No services are planned at this time. 'Larry' as he was affectionately called, was born March 1, 1948 to William Carter Jr and Evelyn Corine (Jewett) Carter. He completed his primary education with graduation at Des Moines Tech High School. Larry was a swimmer at Tech High and...
Ira Johnson
Sep 28, 2020
Ira Johnson passed away on September 28, 2020. Ira Johnson Jr. was born to Ira Johnson Sr. and Mary Cain on January 22, 1971, in Chicago, Illinois. He was raised and educated in the Chicago Public School system where he received his primary education. Later in life, he relocated to Des Moines, Iowa. Ira always loved dancing! Whether you were...
Takeya Marie Hogan Camp
Sep 27, 2020
Takeya Marie Hogan Camp, 28, passed away September 27, 2020 in Waterloo, IA Funeral services have been set for Wednesday, October 7, 2020 at 1pm with visitation held one hour prior to services at True Bible Baptist Church. 4101 Amherst Drive. Interment will follow at Glendale Cemetery. CDC guidelines for mandatory face masks and social distancing will be followed. On...
David Arnold Payne
Sep 24, 2020
David Arnold Payne was born September 8, 1951 in Des Moines, IA to Samuel Payne and Helen Louise (Simmons) Payne. He was educated in the Des Moines Public school system, attending North High School. He believed in Christ and his family attended Burns UMC church while he was growing up. Following High school David entered the Army. It didnt take...
Esther Elaine Fryer-Lewis
Sep 23, 2020
Mother Esther Elaine Fryer-Lewis was born on January 27, 1938 to Manson and Margie (Shelton) James, in Des Moines, IA. She was educated in the Des Moines School District and graduated from North High School. Mother Lewis professed Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior at a young age and made a life long commitment to serve him. She was...
Virgie Mae Carl
Sep 23, 2020
Virgie Mae Carl (82) passed away on September 23, 2020. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, October 1, 2020, at 1:00 p.m. at Glendale Cemetery. Viewing will be held prior to service at the funeral home from 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. CDC guidelines will be followed with masks required during the Visitation and Graveside Services. Social Distancing...
Martha Macinu
Sep 16, 2020
CDC guidelines will be followed with masks required during the Visitation and Celebration of Life Services. Social distancing is encouraged. Martha Macinu was born on May 13, 1997 to Macinu Masoka and Mwauita Kipili in Congo Democratic. Martha completed her general studies at College De la Charite in Nyarugusu. Martha was employed by Katecho where she worked in production. Martha...
Deacon Benjamin Cecil Bell, Sr.
Sep 15, 2020
Homegoing Services for Deacon Ben C. Bell, Sr. are as follows: Memorial Visitation Friday, September 25, 2020 - 6pm - 7:30pm East 17st St. Church of God In Christ 1639 E University Ave. Des Moines, IA 50316 Homegoing Celebration Saturday, September 26, 2020 - 11am Elim/ Hope 2500 University Ave. Des Moines, IA 50311 Parking is limited at the church....
Husni Merhi
Sep 13, 2020
Husni Merhi passed away on September 13, 2020. Traditional services were held today in Prole.
James Edward Smith, Sr.
Sep 12, 2020
James Edward Smith, Sr. was born May 1, 1927 in Anniston, AL the only child of James Edward Smith I and Myrtle Bush Smith. James completed his primary education and graduated High School before enlisting in the United States Airforce. He served during the Korean War at Tinker AFB in Oklahoma until his honorable discharge. James traveled a bit and...