Emily Anne Weikert
December 27, 2012
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
Laura Axman
12/29/2012
My heart is broken after hearing the news of Emily's passing. I have such sweet memories of her in first grade and the years following. Heaven gained a beautiful angel. May God's love surround each of you in the days, weeks, and years ahead.
Pam Wichmann, Kait, Megan, Alexa
12/29/2012
Kellie, Rod and Joel: You are in our thoughts and prayers. Emily was a true treasure. There are no words to express how sorry we are for your loss.
Ron and Linda Degen and family
12/29/2012
Dear Rod,Kellie and Joel,
Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you now. There are no words to ease the pain or take away the heartache. Emily was and will forever be remembered as one who exemplified goodness. Praying for healing and comfort to you today and in the days that follow.