Obituaries

September 6, 2025

Debbie Langer, 55, of Indianola, Iowa, passed away peacefully on September 6, 2025, after fighting breast cancer for nine years.

She was born on August 25, 1970, in Des Moines, Iowa, to Dennis Langer and Norma Langer Cambron.

Debbie was the best mother anyone could've asked for and is survived by her children, Jake Padgett,...

August 31, 2025

Danny Lee Moore, 75, of Carlisle, Iowa, passed away at home on August 31, 2025 surrounded by his wife, children and their loyal dog, Bella.

Dan was born February 4, 1950 at home in Guthrie Center to Kenneth Charles Moore and Marilyn Elaine (Williams) Moore. His family lived in and around the Des Moines area and he...

August 30, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Bunny (Hazel) Ann Peck of Indianola, Iowa, who passed away on August 30, 2025, at the age of 84, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Clair Whittles and Gladys Whittles (Melvin);...

August 27, 2025

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Jeanne Elaine Johnson, 76, of Norwalk, Iowa passed away on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, from injuries sustained in a car accident in May 2025. Born on September 19, 1948, in Chariton, Iowa, she was raised in Lucas County, Iowa with her seven siblings.  She attended school in Chariton and graduated with...

August 26, 2025

A Celebration of Life service for Lois Honor Rogers Godwin, 98, of Indianola, who passed away Tuesday, August 26, 2025, will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, September 6, 2025 at the Indianola First United Methodist Church.  The family will greet friends prior to service from 9 to 11 a.m.  Inurnment of cremains will follow in the Indianola I.O.O.F....

August 24, 2025

Austin A. Freeman passed away peacefully Monday, August 25, 2025, at Valley View Village in Des Moines. Funeral Services will be held 10:30 a.m., Saturday, August 30 at Overton Funeral Home in Indianola, with burial following in the Sandyville Cemetery. Visitation will be held prior to service from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home.

Austin...

August 24, 2025

Services for Patricia Ann Hastie, 81, of Carlisle, who passed away Sunday, August 24, 2025, will be held 10:30 a.m., Friday, September 5, 2025, at Scotch Ridge United Presbyterian Church, with burial following in the Scotch Ridge Cemetery, Carlisle.

Pat was born on February 26, 1944 in Des Moines, Iowa to Donald and Henrietta (White) Nicholson. She...

August 24, 2025

Daniel Lee Caffrey passed away unexpectedly in his sleep on Sunday, August 24th, 2025. He was born on January 16th, 1956 in Des Moines, Iowa to Jim and Jane (Lowrey) Caffrey. Dan grew up on the south side of Des Moines with his siblings Pat, Mike, and Anne. He had a tight knit group of friends growing up and...

August 20, 2025

Paul Michael King passed away August 20, 2025, at home with his family and a view of his cattle and fields.

Paul was born August 9,1942 in Des Moines to Joseph and Helen (Delles) King of Cumming, Iowa, as the third of seven children. Growing up he worked with his parents and siblings on the family dairy...

August 19, 2025

Virginia Groves, 72, of Martensdale, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at home. Celebration of Life services will be held at a later date.

Virginia is survived by her loving husband, Larry; children, Melissa A. Groves, Sarah R. Groves-Johnson, Matthew Wayne Groves, Kelsey Paige Groves; 7 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; brother, Rodney Fast, Lincoln, Nebraska....

August 19, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Michael Paul Hartung, beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, who died on August 19, 2025, at the age of 82.

Michael was born on April 10, 1943, in Des Moines, Iowa, to John Halstead Hartung and Gail Maxine "Max" (Gifford) Hartung. A proud fourth-generation graduate of...

August 16, 2025

Cheryl Alexander, 75, of Indianola, Iowa, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2025, at Mercy Hospital in Des Moines, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on August 1, 1950, to Karl McGahuey and Elladeen (Laird) McGahuey. Cheryl lived a life filled with kindness, hard work, and devotion to those she loved. She dedicated many years...

August 11, 2025

Edwin Park Butler, Jr., 74, died peacefully in his home in the countryside of Indianola on August 11, 2025. His beloved wife of 50 years, Derry, was by his side, comforting him.

Ed was born on March 31, 1951 to Edwin and Virginia Butler, of Indianola, Iowa. He had three siblings and graduated from Indianola High School...

August 11, 2025

Robert George Lyall, 76, of Indianola, Iowa, passed away at his home on Monday, August 11th.  Services will be held 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 23, at Overton Funeral Home in Indianola. Visitation will be held prior to services from 1 to 3:00 p.m. Inurnment will be held at a later date Iowa Veterans Cemetery, Adel, Iowa.

Robert was a Valentine's...

August 7, 2025

Services for James Dean Miller, 92, of Indianola, who passed away Thursday, August 7, 2025, will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at Overton Funeral Home in Indianola with burial following in the New Virginia Cemetery, New Virginia, Iowa.

Jim was born in Churdan, Iowa on June 1, 1933 to John and Oleata (Dagit) Miller.  ...

August 7, 2025

Celebration of Life Services for Dennis Loyd Reed, 68, of Indianola, who passed away Thursday, August 7, 2025, will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, August 15, 2025 at Overton Funeral Home in Indianola.

Dennis was born on October 16, 1956 in Des Moines, Iowa the son of Errol and Alice (Leighton) Reed.  Dennis graduated from South...

August 6, 2025

Funeral Services for Kelley Bonnes will be held 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at the First United Methodist Church in Indianola, with burial following in the Calvary Cemetery, Churchville. Visitation will be held 4 to 7 p.m., Monday, August 11, 2025 at Overton Funeral Home in Indianola, where family will be present to greet friends.

Kelley...

August 5, 2025

Services for Penelope Jean Fazio, born on August 5th, 2025, will be held 10:30 a.m., Friday, August 15, 2025 at the Indianola Regular Baptist Church.

Penelope was able to spend her life in the comfort of her mother's womb, before safely arriving in the arms of Jesus her savior.

Penelope is deeply loved by her...

August 3, 2025

Noah Giovanni Johnston was born on December 6, 2003, to Shannon and John Johnston in Des Moines, Iowa. From the very beginning, he had everyone wrapped around his tiny finger. He spent his first two years living in Des Moines, right next door to his built-in best friends — his cousins. When his baby brother was on the way,...

August 2, 2025

JoAnn (Gray) Hohneke (age: 86), of Indianola, Iowa, passed away peacefully on August 2nd, 2025, in her home surrounded by loved ones. Services will be held at a later date.

JoAnn grew up in Winterset, Iowa, with her parents, Dale and Doris Gray. Although she was an only child, she was never lonely. Her parents ran a...