Gerald D. Dowell

Gerald D. Dowell, 78, passed away Monday, February 6, 2012, at Bright Kavanagh House in Des Moines. He was born August 2, 1933, in Des Moines, the son of Horace and Eva (Doty) Dowell.

Jerry married his first wife, Phyllis Malaney on September 18, 1951, and to this union four children were born. He later married Shirley Kintz on November 18, 1997.

Jerry is survived by his wife, Shirley. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Phyllis Dowell to which four children were born, Jerry (Kathy) Dowell, Kaye (Bob) Matheny, Doug (Donnis) Dowell, and Randy (Cheryl) Dowell. Jerry is also survived by his stepchildren, Raymond (Renee) Kintz and Nona (James) Black; stepson-in-law, Bobby Pryor; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; foster sister, Mary Ihingger; and daughter, Jeri Deanne Vititoe. He was preceded in death by his stepdaughter, Kim Pryor, and his parents.

Jerry liked playing his bass fiddle, going fishing, square dancing, joking and teasing everyone, and spending time with his family. He had a big heart and loved everyone.

Funeral services will be held 10 a.m., Thursday, February 9, 2012, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue, Des Moines, with burial to follow at Pine Hill Cemetery. The family will greet friends from 5 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, February 8, 2012, at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens in loving memory of Jerry.

Online condolences may be made to:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com

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