Emily Anne Weikert
December 27, 2012
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Service Details
Services for Emily, who died Thursday, December 27, 2012, will be held on Friday, January 4, 2013, at 12:00 p.m., at West Des Moines United Methodist Church, 720 Grand Avenue in West Des Moines, IA. Visitation will be held Thursday, January 3, at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines, IA, from 5 to 7 p.m. Burial will be at Jordan Cemetery in West Des Moines, IA.
Emily was born on May 25, 1987, in Sioux City, IA, to Kellie and Rod Weikert. She graduated with honors from Valley High School and Iowa State University. After graduation Emily moved to Colorado and worked for CoBank. She had a zest for life, with a joy of travel and various activities. She belonged to Toastmasters, enjoyed golfing, skiing, and spending time with her family and friends. She was also a talented violin player and was a member of the Iowa State Orchestra while in college.
Emily is survived by her parents, Kellie and Rod Weikert; her brother, Joel Weikert; grandparents, Merle and Norma Oakes; aunts, Debie (Ernie) Cain and Marla (Randy) Pence; uncles, David Oakes and Jerry Weikert; and numerous other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Roy and Betty Weikert.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the Emily Weikert Scholarship Fund, c/o West Bank, Attn: Mary Jordan, 1601 22nd Street, West Des Moines, IA 50266.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Bradd Westemeyer
12/30/2012
Weikert Family - Emily was a bright light and always a joy. She was quick to offer her beautiful smile and was truly a wonderful sweet person. She will be missed by many...peace and prayers be with you.
The Gibbons family
12/30/2012
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. We have been through a lot over the years and this leaves us speechless. May you find strength through your love for each other, and we are here for you.
Linda Baker
12/30/2012
Rod & family - Your heart has been broken in the most painful way. I pray that your treasured memories of Emily will keep you strong. May you be comforted in the light of love, today and during the tough road ahead.
Dennis, Angie, Trevor & Nate Schmitt
12/30/2012
Rod, Kellie & Joel, we are just heartbroken at hearing about Emily. It doesn't even make sense that something like this would happen. I remember when Emily was learning to drive, watching her (and Kellie) pull up to Western Hills to pick up Joel, when he and Trevor were probably in kindergarten or 1st grade. She always seemed like such a sweet big sister. <3 I know this leaves such a big hole in your lives, and we are so sad with you. Much love to you all.
Rosanna- Resident at Promenade Place- Colorado
12/30/2012
To the parents, brother, family, friends and boyfriend of Emily: We are hurting with you and for you! What an enormous and senseless tragedy to such a beautiful young girl!! We, as residents in her apartment complex of Promenade Place in Greenwood Village, CO, are in shock and horrified that this happened to our neighbor, Emily. May you find comfort in your memories and find the strength to get through this terribly difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Emily, may you rest in peace. Rosanna V.- Resident at Promenade Place Apartments
Lora Donahoe
12/30/2012
Rod, I am so sorry to hear of your loss.You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May you find peace and comfort with your faith and God's love...
Ann and Gary Stover
12/30/2012
Our prayers are with your family.
Deb Boice
12/30/2012
Rod, I just found out about Emily. I am in shock. You introduced me to Emily after Betty's passing at the house in CF She was beautiful, smart and very nice. Words escape me, but know my prayers go out to you, Kellie, Joel and Jerry. Deb Boice
Younkers at Jordan Creek
12/30/2012
We add our condolences to the Weikert family. Emily worked for us during school breaks and was a joy to have on our staff in the Home Dept. We will miss her.
Josh Batchelder
12/30/2012
My deepest condolences to the Weikert family for your terrible loss. Emily was a kind, caring, intelligent, good person. As someone who knew her at work, but not for as long or as well as others, I was still touched by the brightness of her personality and character. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Vicki Boettcher
12/30/2012
Praying daily for you, Kellie & your family.
With sincere sympathy from your old Drugrown friend, Vicki
Catherine Wylie
12/30/2012
My heartfelt condolences from a friend of Nick Willette and his family. I am heart wrenched for him and for your family with the loss of your dear Emily. There are no words to console you. I pray that God will embrace you, hold you and give you his peace. Christ is our peace. Eternity is forever. I send my love & prayers, and I will continue to pray for all grieving.
Steve and Joan Miller
12/30/2012
There are no words......we hold you in our prayers.
Chris & Roxy Cote
12/29/2012
Rod, Kellie & Joel-
There are no words but hopefully all the lovely memories of Emily will comfort you daily.Here is a little Irish blessing for your angel Emily-
May flowers always line your path and sunshine light your day. May songbirds serenade you every step along the way. May a rainbow run beside you in a sky that's always blue. And may happiness fill your heart each day your whole life through.
Andrew, Tawnia, and Nick Shipley
12/29/2012
Kellie, Rod, and Joel,
Words alone can not express how sorry we are for your loss. We are praying for God's loving arms to surround and comfort you all right now and in the days to come.