Herbert Lessmann

Herbert F. Lessmann, 72, passed away November 14, 2012, at Mercy West Lakes. He was born July 1, 1940, in Des Moines, Iowa, to Herbert, Sr., and Mildred Lessmann. He graduated from East High School in 1959. Herb attended Grandview and Drake Universities, focusing on General Business Classes before founding Lessmann Marketing.

Herb was an avid golfer and took advantage of every opportunity, as long as the weather was good, to golf with his good friend, Joe. He was an active gardener and landscaper. Herb enjoyed taking his boat out to Lake Okoboji, spending time with his wife, Julie and dog, Tessa, and cheering on the Hawkeyes. He was the best father, husband, grandfather, and brother anyone could ask for.

Herbert is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Julie of West Des Moines; daughters, Robin Lessmann of Des Moines, Nickie (Rod) Hughes of Bentonville, AR, and Angie (Paul) Sylling of Chanhassen, MN; grandson, Adam Irons and granddaughter, Morgan Hughes, both of Bentonville, AR; grandson, Adrian Sylling of Chanhassen, MN; grandson, Chris Lessmann and granddaughter, Sierra Lessmann, both of Des Moines IA; and sister, Marlene (Dave) Lehnherr of Tomahawk, WI. He was preceded in death by his parents, Herbert, Sr., and Mildred Lessmann; and brother, Wayne Lessmann.

A memorial service will be held at 12 p.m., Sunday, November 18, 2012, at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway, West Des Moines.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed toward the Herbert Lessmann Memorial Fund, MetaBank, 3448 Westown Parkway, West Des Moines, Iowa, 50266.

Condolences may be expressed:
at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com

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