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Dolores Irene Slagle
Nov 10, 2024
Dolores Irene Slagle died peacefully in her sleep on November 10, 2024, with her loving daughter Linda by her side. Dolores was born February 15, 1932 in Mason City, IA, daughter of Phillip and Clara Pitzenberger. She had three years of high school at Sheffield, IA and graduated Ravenwood, MO in 1950.
Dolores married George LaVain Slagle in October of 1950....
Max Allen Jones
Nov 8, 2024
Max Allen Jones, 77, of Waukee left us on November 8,2024 shortly after triple bypass surgery.
Max was born on January 11, 1947 to Lowell and Lenora Jones in Atlantic, Iowa. Max and his 3 brothers grew up in the Atlantic area and Max graduated from Atlantic High School in 1965.
It was in high school that Max met the love of...
Michael Reed Phillips
Oct 30, 2024
In loving memory of Michael Reed Phillips Sr. born March 19, 1956. With broken hearts we announce his passing on Wednesday, October 30, 2024. Michael was born in Des Moines, Iowa and had two sons Michael R Phillips Jr and Chase Cubacub Phillips whom he took great pride in. Michael lived in Des Moines and then Johnston, Iowa where he...
Theresa A Griggs
Oct 15, 2024
Theresa A. Griggs, 77, of Waukee passed away on October 15, 2024 at Arbor Springs in West Des Moines.
Theresa was born on January 11, 1947 to Harold and Grayce Nicolaus of Wilton, Iowa. She graduated from Wilton high school and then pursued a degree in education at the University of Iowa. Throughout her life she had the opportunity to travel...
John Olen Bridger
Oct 13, 2024
John Olen Bridger, born in Bethany, MO, on August 27, 1943, to Lloyd and Louesa (Nofstger) Bridger, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, October 13, 2024. Growing up in Southern Iowa, John graduated from Leon, Iowa schools in 1961. Following graduation, he spent time working for John Deere until he was drafted into the Army in...
Kay Jamison
Oct 8, 2024
Kay Jamison, a cherished member of the Waukee community, passed away on October 8, 2024, at the age of 86, at the Taylor House Hospice in Des Moines, Iowa. Born on December 26, 1937, in Des Moines, Iowa, Kay lived a life filled with love, community, and dedication to her family and friends.
A graduate of Van Meter High School, Kay's...
John Edwin Weir
Sep 30, 2024
John Edwin Weir, who was born on January 30, 1936, in Des Moines, Iowa, passed away on Monday, September 30, 2024, at Taylor House Hospice in Des Moines. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and a respected member of his community, leaving behind a legacy that is etched in the hearts of many.
John was a proud owner of...
Sandra Kae Hinrichs
Sep 27, 2024
Sandra Kae Hinrichs, 72, died Friday, September 27th, 2024 in West Des Moines, IA.
Sandra (Sandee) Kae Hinrichs was born April 16, 1952 in Bismarck, ND, to Martin and Arlene Landgrebe. She spent her younger years in Carson and Dickinson, ND before moving to Mohall, ND where she graduated high school. She received her bachelor's degree in elementary education from the...
Keith John Larson
Sep 27, 2024
Keith John Larson, born on May 3, 1949, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, passed away at his home on September 27, 2024, in Waukee, Iowa. A dedicated and passionate professional, Keith worked for PPG Industries throughout his career, retiring at the age of 55. He began his journey at a PPG paint store, where he demonstrated remarkable talent and ambition. Over the...
Brady James Whittle
Sep 25, 2024
Brady James Whittle, age 26, who was born on February 26, 1998 in Cedar City, Utah, passed away Wednesday, September 25, 2024 in Waukee, Iowa.
No services are scheduled and cremation rites have taken place.
Ernst Funeral & Cremation Services of Waukee has been entrusted with Brady's final arrangements.
Kolby Joseph Drees
Sep 22, 2024
Kolby Joseph Drees (38), known for his good-hearted and fun personality, passed away on Sunday, September 22, 2024 in a tragic car accident in Bondurant, Iowa.
Kolby was born on January 29, 1986, to Kevin Drees and Lori (Loew) Russell in Des Moines, IA. After Kolby graduated from Norwalk High School in 2004, he went on to study Information Technology...
Michael Donald Davies
Sep 11, 2024
Michael Donald Davies, a cherished husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully at his home in Clive, Iowa on September 11, 2024, with his beloved wife Vicky by his side. Born on April 23, 1958, in Blue Island, Illinois, Michael's life was marked by a commitment to both his family and his profession as a skilled chemist and entrepreneur.
Michael dedicated...
Dnyaneshwar Aburao Hulawale
Sep 4, 2024
Dnyaneshwar Aburao Hulawale, age 70, of India, passed away on Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa.
Dnyaneshwar has been cremated and will be laid to rest in his home country of India.
Ernst Funeral & Cremation Services of Waukee has been entrusted with his final arrangements.
Dakota Marty Fay
Sep 3, 2024
Dakota Marty Fay, born on September 6, 1992, in Vernal, Utah, passed away on September 3, 2024, in Madrid, Iowa. Dakota was a beloved son, husband, brother, grandson, and friend who leaves behind a legacy of kindness, inspiration and passion.
Dakota cultivated his skill set under the guidance of his godfather, Troy Smith, beginning at the age of 15. He demonstrated...
Paul Alvin Corbin
Aug 5, 2024
Paul Alvin Corbin, who was born on October 2, 1941 in Ida Grove, passed away at the age of 82 on Monday, August 5, 2024, surrounded by his loving family at his home in Ida Grove.
In keeping with Paul's wishes, no services will be held and a private family burial will be held at a later date.
Ernst Funeral & Cremation...
Harold Wayne Westra
Jul 28, 2024
Dr. Harold Wayne Westra, 85, passed away peacefully on July 28, 2024. He was born September 12, 1938, in Hull, Iowa to Henry and Tena (Brunsting) Westra and was raised on a farm near Hull Iowa.
Harold attended Hull Iowa Public Schools and later farmed with his father before attending Northwestern College in Orange City, Iowa. He met the love of...
JoAnn Mae Belling
Jul 25, 2024
JoAnn Mae (Hanson) Belling was born March 30, 1939 to Mabel (Hedin) and Clifford Hanson in Roseau, MN. She passed away in West Des Moines, IA on July 25, 2024 at 85.
She was taught by her mother through 8th grade as she attended schools in Roseau, Euclid and Owatonna. She graduated from Mapleton High School in 1956 as Valedictorian. She...
Leland Eugene Perkins
Jul 22, 2024
Leland Eugene Perkins was born December 15th, 1943, to Shirley (Elmore) and Marvin Perkins in Corydon, Iowa. He passed away July 22nd, 2024, in San Juan Tx at the age of 80.
He attended Cambria elementary and Junior High and completed his high school education at Cambria/Corydon high school in 1962.
In his early years of life, he grew up on a...
Jane McAtee
Jul 22, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jane Ruth McAtee, who departed from this world on July 22, 2024, in Des Moines, Iowa. Jane was born on October 20, 1947 and grew up in Dexter, Iowa.
Jane graduated Dexfield High School in 1965, laying the foundation for her future accomplishments. She led a fulfilling career and retired...
Richard "Dick" W. Glenn
Jul 20, 2024
Richard William Glenn passed away at Kavanagh Hospice House on 20 Jul 2024. He was the son of Clifford William Glenn and Ruth Fern (Poffenberger) Glenn, born at Methodist Hospital in Des Moines where his mother had earned her RN diploma.
The family settled in West Des Moines where he was a student from Kindergarten through graduation in 1957 from Valley...
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