Brooks Funeral Care & The Cremation Society of Iowa

01/14/2026

Planning for the future isn't just about logistics—it’s about love. ❤️

When you pre-plan your funeral, you’re taking the burden of difficult decision-making off your family’s shoulders during their time of grief.

Give them the space to focus on healing and remembering, rather than paperwork and costs.

It’s one of the most selfless gifts you can leave behind.

Planificar el futuro no se trata solo de logística, sino de amor. ❤️

Al planificar tu funeral con anticipación, liberas a tu familia de la carga de tomar decisiones difíciles durante su duelo.

Les brindas la oportunidad de concentrarse en sanar y recordar, en lugar de preocuparse por trámites y gastos.

Es uno de los regalos más generosos que puedes dejarles.

01/13/2026

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Nacida el 14 de octubre de 1974 en Morazán Yoro, Honduras. Se fue a la casa del padre el 10 de enero del 2026. Tere, como muchos la conocían, fue una mujer alegre, cercana y generosa. Le gustaba socializar, platicar, bailar y brindar consejos a los demás. Siempre dio prioridad a su familia y a su...

01/06/2026

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Helen Elaine Beach, born July 8, 1953, in Lansing, Michigan, passed away on December 16, 2025, in Marshalltown, Iowa.Helen was a free spirit who lived life on her own terms. She had a deep love for animals and especially enjoyed raising tropical birds, including her beloved parrot. Helen spent most....

01/06/2026

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Eugene Roscoe “Beaner” Hulgan, age 65, of Altoona, Iowa, was born on May 31, 1960, in Des Moines, Iowa. He passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on December 18, 2025, in Altoona.Beaner took his final lap around the track, leaving behind a community of family and friends who loved him deeply and ...

01/06/2026

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Donald Ivan Craun, age 89, of Boone, Iowa, passed away on December 30, 2025, at the Boone County Hospital in Boone, Iowa.Donald was born on September 25, 1936, in Randalia, Iowa, to Melvin and Lavon (Clemons) Craun. On August 16, 1958, he was united in marriage to Joyce Martin in Omaha, Nebraska. To...

01/06/2026

Blair A. Overton has been a licensed funeral director since 1992. Raised in Traer, Iowa, Blair was a 1986 graduate of North Tama High School and continued his education at the University of Iowa, where he graduated with a degree in economics in 1990.

Blair received his education in mortuary sciences at the New England Institute in Boston, Massachusetts. Upon graduation in 1991, he received the Fredrick J. Walker Award for highest academic average and the Founders Award for the most promise of outstanding contribution to funeral service. While in Boston, Blair worked full time for the J. S. Waterman & Sons Funeral Home.

Returning to Iowa, Blair has served families for almost thirty years. He has owned and operated funeral homes in small towns and the greater Des Moines metroplex, as well as a cremation society and two cemeteries. Blair takes pride in helping families arrange for a fitting celebration of life.

Blair and his wife Whitney raised their sons, Alexander, Tyler, and Ryan in Johnston, Iowa. Upon becoming empty nesters they moved to the south side of Des Moines

Blair A. Overton ha sido director de funeraria con licencia desde 1992. Criado en Traer, Iowa, Blair se graduó de la escuela secundaria North Tama en 1986 y continuó su educación en la Universidad de Iowa, donde se graduó con un título en economía en 1990.
Blair recibió su educación en ciencias mortuorias en el New England Institute en Boston, Massachusetts. Al graduarse en 1991, recibió el premio Fredrick J. Walker por el promedio académico más alto y el premio Founders por la mayor promesa de contribución destacada al servicio funerario. Mientras estuvo en Boston, Blair trabajó a tiempo completo para la funeraria JS Waterman & Sons.

Blair regresó a Iowa y ha prestado servicios a familias durante casi treinta años. Ha sido propietario y administrador de funerarias en pequeñas ciudades y en el área metropolitana de Des Moines, así como de una sociedad de cremación y dos cementerios. Blair se enorgullece de ayudar a las familias a organizar una celebración digna de la vida.

Blair y su esposa Whitney criaron a sus hijos, Alexander, Tyler y Ryan, en Johnston, Iowa. Cuando sus hijos ya no estaban en casa, se mudaron al sur de Des Moines.

01/01/2026

As we transition into a New Year, we know that for many, the journey of grief doesn’t reset with the calendar.
We want you to know that our doors and our hearts remain open to you. Whether it’s been months or years since we served your family, we are still here—and we will continue to be here—to offer a listening ear and a helping hand.

Wishing you a gentle and peaceful 2026.

Al comenzar un nuevo año, sabemos que para muchos, el proceso de duelo no termina con el cambio de calendario.

Queremos que sepan que nuestras puertas y nuestros corazones permanecen abiertos para ustedes. Ya hayan pasado meses o años desde que brindamos nuestros servicios a su familia, seguimos aquí, y seguiremos estando aquí, para escucharlos y brindarles nuestro apoyo.

Les deseamos un 2026 tranquilo y sereno.

12/26/2025

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Kenneth “Kenny” William MeehanJune 18, 1933 – December 21, 202592 Years Old Kenneth W. Meehan, age 92, passed away peacefully into the arms of our Lord, at home, on December 21, 2025. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at Sacred Heart Church in (1627 Grand Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50265) ...

12/24/2025

The holidays often feel different when there is an empty chair at the table. While the world outside may be bright and busy, we know that for many in our community, this season is a quiet journey of remembrance.

Please be gentle with yourself. There is no "right" way to celebrate, and it’s okay if your version of the holidays looks a little different this year. We are holding you in our thoughts. 🤍

Important Note: Our support for your family remains constant. We are available 24 hours a day for calls. Please be aware that funeral services and burials continue to be held throughout the season, regardless of our holiday office hours.

Las festividades suelen sentirse diferentes cuando hay una silla vacía en la mesa. Mientras el mundo exterior puede parecer brillante y ajetreado, sabemos que para muchos en nuestra comunidad, esta temporada es un camino silencioso de nostalgia y recuerdo.

Por favor, sea amable consigo mismo. No existe una forma "correcta" de celebrar, y está bien si su versión de las fiestas se ve un poco diferente este año. Lo tenemos presente en nuestros pensamientos. 🤍

Nota importante: Nuestro apoyo a su familia permanece constante. Estamos disponibles las 24 horas del día para atender sus llamadas. Tenga en cuenta que los servicios funerarios y entierros se siguen llevando a cabo durante toda la temporada, independientemente del horario de atención de nuestra oficina.

12/17/2025

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Paul Martin Lange, 77, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2025, at Taylor House. He was born on February 4, 1948, in Ottumwa, Iowa, where he grew up and built the foundation of a life centered on family, hard work, and humor.Paul spent his childhood in Ottumwa with his three younger sisters—Jea...

12/16/2025

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Timothy David Sweet, 79, was born on August 8, 1946, in Spencer, Iowa, to Homer Charles and Mary Jean Sweet. Tim passed away peacefully at home on December 11, 2025, in De Soto, Iowa.The oldest of five children, Tim learned early how to take charge of any situation—something that served him well t...

12/16/2025

Susan Elizabeth Tong, age 71, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2025, at EveryStep Kavanagh House in Des Moines, Iowa.

Susan was born on September 3, 1954, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Kankakee, Illinois, to John and Marie (Rockinger) Nash. She was raised in Clifton, Illinois, where the roots of her caring and compassionate nature were first formed.

A loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Susan’s heart was always centered on those she loved most. She treasured time spent with family and friends, creating lasting memories filled with laughter, warmth, and genuine connection. Her gentle presence and thoughtful care made others feel deeply valued.

Susan lived life with both compassion and a spirit of adventure. She adored her dogs and embraced life’s thrills, including her love of skydiving—an expression of her courage and zest for living. She was deeply committed to education, earning her undergraduate degree from Illinois State University and her master’s degree from Southern Illinois University. For 15 years, Susan served as a Special Education teacher, touching countless lives with her patience, kindness, and dedication. She later continued her passion for helping students by working as a substitute teacher throughout the greater Chicago school district area.

Susan is survived by her son, Andrew Tong; her daughter, Allison Tong; her two beloved grandchildren, Curtis and Elyse; and her sister, Louise Nash. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Marie (Rockinger) Nash.

Susan will be remembered for her gentle spirit, generous heart, and the love she so freely gave. Her legacy lives on in the lives she touched and the family she cherished.

There are no services planned at this time.