Muriel Brill
December 22, 2011
Muriel Brill, 96, passed away peacefully December 22, 2011, at Mercy Hospice in Johnston. She was born June 17, 1915, in Louisville, Illinois, to John and Nettie Kirkpatrick. She graduated from Dana High School in 1934 and from Iowa Methodist School of Nursing in 1938 as a Registered Nurse. Muriel married LeRoy Brill in 1939.
Murial formerly attended Union Park Presbyterian Church and was a current member of Union Park Methodist Church. She taught Sunday school and Bible school, and was a Girl Scout troop leader. She enjoyed gardening, all kinds of arts and crafts, traveling, and spending time with her family.
Muriel is survived by her children, Kirk (Monica) Brill, Barbara (Richard) Moore, and Cyndy (Rod) Hagan; four grandchildren; one step-grandson; ten great-grandchildren; sister, Bernadine Kouri; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, LeRoy Brill.
A visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, December 27, 2011, at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street in Des Moines. A funeral service will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home, followed by burial at Glendale Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Activity Fund at The Gardens at Luther Park or to Mercy Hospice in Johnston.
Online condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Pauline McDonough
12/28/2011
My sympathies to all of Muriel's children.
Larry Stumbo
12/28/2011
Cyndy,sorry to read about your mother.It seems that you have gotten the creative talents from your mom.My condolences to you and your family.
Jon Findley
12/27/2011
Barb & Kirk: So sorry to hear about your mother. My thoughts are with you at this very difficult time.
Jerry & Francine
12/28/2011
Kirk & Monica,
We were truly saddened to hear of the passing of your Mother.
We extend our heartfelt sympathies to you and your family.
We know that your strength, family & friends will help you at this time of loss.
Always remember that those who live in the hearts of others never die...
Jan Straight
12/27/2011
Kirk and Monica,
Our thoughts are with you and your family at this time. With sympathy.
Bob and Jan Straight
Denny Kirkpatrick
12/27/2011
Dear Kirk, Barb and Cyndy
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in Aunt Muriel's passing. I remember all the great times we had at family get togethers at your house, especially at Christmas.
Denny, Brenda, Brian, Alice and Anthony
Judy Martinson
12/27/2011
Barb, Sorry to read of your Mom's passing. I remember her when I was a student nurse at Lutheran and she was working there. She was always very kind to us students. She lived a long life and hope she was able to live it fully. Living behind you for several years in Urbandale in the 70s, I think of you often. Would love to hear from you again! Our sympathy to you and your family in the days ahead.
Debbie Killinger
12/26/2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
A life remembered, always.