DES MOINES REGISTER OBITUARIES

Exhibit 1: Harold G. Jensen Obituary - The Des Moines Register

A somber gathering at a funeral home, with friends and family paying their respects. The image depicts a diverse group, all dressed in black, standing around a coffin. The mood is one of deep sorrow, with soft lighting creating a warm and intimate atmosphere.

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Exhibit 2: Joann Hoch Obituary - The Des Moines Register

A close-up of an elderly man's hand, gently holding a newspaper with an obituary. His weathered fingers and gentle smile convey a sense of peace and acceptance. The background is a cozy living room, filled with family photos and warm decor.

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Exhibit 3: Wilma Nielsen Obituary - The Des Moines Register

A young woman, her face illuminated by a soft glow, sits in a park, reading an obituary from her phone. The sunset's warm hues create a peaceful atmosphere, contrasting the somber news. A lone bird in the sky adds a sense of solitude.

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Exhibit 4: Arvin Foell Obituary - The Des Moines Register

A black-and-white photograph of a couple, their hands intertwined, surrounded by a border of newspaper clippings. The image is a tribute to their long life together, with the clippings symbolizing their legacy. A tear-stained cheek adds an emotional touch.

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Exhibit 5: Ralph Cole Obituary - The Des Moines Register

A somber scene at a cemetery, with a lone figure standing by a grave. The figure, dressed in black, gazes at the headstone, which features a name and dates. The image evokes a sense of loneliness and the passage of time.

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Exhibit 6: Mary Gibson Obituary - The Des Moines Register

A group of friends, all wearing black armbands, stand together at a memorial service. Their somber expressions and silent vigil create a powerful moment of unity and grief. The image captures the strength of their bond and shared loss.

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Exhibit 7: James Edward Cory Obituary - The Des Moines Register

A close-up of a woman's tear-stained face, her hand gently caressing a newspaper obituary. The soft focus and gentle lighting create an intimate and emotional atmosphere, highlighting the raw pain of loss.

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Exhibit 8: Robert Reynolds Obituary - The Des Moines Register

A funeral procession, with a hearse leading the way, followed by mourners in dark clothing. The image captures the somber journey, with the sun's rays creating a path of light and shadow, symbolizing the transition of life.

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Exhibit 9: James "Jim" Greenwood Obituary - The Des Moines Register

A young man, his face illuminated by a candle's warm glow, sits in a quiet room, reading an obituary. The candle's flickering light adds a sense of comfort and reflection, creating a peaceful atmosphere.

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Exhibit 10: Eldon H. Pals Obituary - The Des Moines Register

A black-and-white portrait of an elderly woman, her eyes filled with wisdom and sadness, holding a newspaper. The image captures a moment of quiet contemplation, with the woman's gentle expression contrasting the harshness of the obituary.

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Exhibit 11: Jean Piper Obituary - The Des Moines Register

A cemetery at dusk, with a lone figure walking towards a grave. The fading light and the figure's somber gait create a sense of finality and reflection. The headstone's details are clearly visible, adding a personal touch.

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Exhibit 12: Shirley Willson and Pamela Ganger Obituary - The Des Moines Register

A somber gathering around a table, with friends and family sharing memories. The image depicts a diverse group, all dressed in black, with soft lighting creating a warm and intimate atmosphere. The table is filled with food and drinks, symbolizing comfort and support.

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Exhibit 13: Marilyn Washburn Obituary - The Des Moines Register

A close-up of a hand, gently placing a bouquet of flowers on a grave. The flowers' vibrant colors stand in contrast to the somber setting, symbolizing life's beauty amidst grief. The background is a peaceful cemetery landscape.

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Exhibit 14: Sherman S Allen Obituary - The Des Moines Register

A young woman, her face illuminated by a soft glow, sits in a park, reading an obituary from her book. The sunset's warm hues create a peaceful atmosphere, contrasting the somber news. A lone bird in the sky adds a sense of solitude.

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Exhibit 15: Lillian Hemmen Obituary - The Des Moines Register

A black-and-white photograph of a couple, their hands intertwined, surrounded by a border of newspaper clippings. The image is a tribute to their long life together, with the clippings symbolizing their legacy. A tear-stained cheek adds an emotional touch.

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Exhibit 16: Ronald DeBok Obituary - The Des Moines Register

A somber scene at a funeral home, with a hearse parked outside. The image captures the final farewell, with mourners standing in the background, their expressions filled with sorrow. The soft lighting creates a sense of dignity and respect.

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Exhibit 17: Donald Cook Obituary - The Des Moines Register

A close-up of an elderly man's hand, gently holding a newspaper with an obituary. His weathered fingers and gentle smile convey a sense of peace and acceptance. The background is a cozy living room, filled with family photos and warm decor.

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Exhibit 18: Mary M. Cross Obituary - The Des Moines Register

A group of friends, all wearing black armbands, stand together at a memorial service. Their somber expressions and silent vigil create a powerful moment of unity and grief. The image captures the strength of their bond and shared loss.

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Exhibit 19: George Stevens Jr. Obituary - The Des Moines Register

A cemetery at night, with a lone figure walking towards a grave. The moon's soft glow and the figure's somber gait create a sense of mystery and reflection. The headstone's details are illuminated, adding a personal touch.

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Exhibit 20: Timothy Brunell Obituary - The Des Moines Register

A somber gathering around a table, with friends and family sharing memories. The image depicts a diverse group, all dressed in black, with soft lighting creating a warm and intimate atmosphere. The table is filled with food and drinks, symbolizing comfort and support.

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Exhibit 21: Ruth Hellyer Obituary - The Des Moines Register

A close-up of a woman's tear-stained face, her hand gently caressing a newspaper obituary. The soft focus and gentle lighting create an intimate and emotional atmosphere, highlighting the raw pain of loss.

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Exhibit 22: Joanne Holmes Obituary - The Des Moines Register

A funeral procession, with a hearse leading the way, followed by mourners in dark clothing. The image captures the somber journey, with the sun's rays creating a path of light and shadow, symbolizing the transition of life.

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Exhibit 23: Steve Harms Obituary - The Des Moines Register

A young man, his face illuminated by a candle's warm glow, sits in a quiet room, reading an obituary. The candle's flickering light adds a sense of comfort and reflection, creating a peaceful atmosphere.

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Exhibit 24: Merlin "Mert" Hanson Obituary - The Des Moines Register

A black-and-white portrait of an elderly woman, her eyes filled with wisdom and sadness, holding a newspaper. The image captures a moment of quiet contemplation, with the woman's gentle expression contrasting the harshness of the obituary.

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Exhibit 25: Diane Weir Obituary - The Des Moines Register

A cemetery at dusk, with a lone figure walking towards a grave. The fading light and the figure's somber gait create a sense of finality and reflection. The headstone's details are clearly visible, adding a personal touch.

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Exhibit 26: Kathleen Boudewyns Letz Obituary - The Des Moines Register

A somber gathering at a funeral home, with friends and family paying their respects. The image depicts a diverse group, all dressed in black, standing around a coffin. The mood is one of deep sorrow, with soft lighting creating a warm and intimate atmosphere.

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