Marcia Lynné (Klepinger) Pringle
May 20, 2013
After touching the lives of so many around her, Marcia Lynné Pringle left this world peacefully in Des Moines, Iowa, on May 20th, 2013, to reunite with her dad, family, and friends in heaven.
Born January 2, 1953, to Leona and Lowell Klepinger, Marcia grew up in Marshalltown, Iowa. It was during her young years that Marcia learned the values she would carry throughout the rest of her life: optimism, caring, listening, and a strong will to live life to its fullest. During her time working at a Doctor’s office, she met her Prince Charming that swept her off of her feet, and married John Pringle on May 28th, 1983. In addition to being an amazing wife and mother to two daughters she was so proud of, Marcia was an amazing person of service. She was a Teacher’s Associate with special needs children for 18 years at Westridge Elementary School. Marcia was loved and cherished by her students and co-workers, who knew her determination was helping others live a better life. During her free time, Marcia so enjoyed music, dancing, cooking, and being with family and friends.
Her diagnosis of Renal Cell Carcinoma in February of 2007 took her through a challenging six years. Throughout this time, she endured surgeries, hospitalizations, and healing time with God. Marcia continuously mentioned how blessed she was to not struggle with pain or side effects. During this time, Marcia overcame obstacles with her positive and beautiful attitude, determined to beat it. We are so thankful for her entire care team, including Dr. Tom Buroker, nurses Pat, Michelle, and Jayne, who helped her through her good and bad times.
She was preceded in death by her father, Lowell Klepinger. She is survived by her loving family, husband, John Pringle; daughter, Lisa Pringle-Chmelka; daughter, Ashley Pringle; son-in-law, Joseph Chmelka; granddaughter, Isabella Root; grandsons, Jacob and Jared Chmelka; mother, Leona Klepinger; sister, Jana Mitchem; brother-in-law, Ray Mitchem; and various cousins, nephews and their families.
A visitation will take place on May 23, 2013, from 5 to 8 p.m., at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines. A Celebration of Life service will be held for family and friends on Friday, May 24th at 11 a.m., at Lutheran Church of Hope in West Des Moines, with a lunch afterwards. Cremation will follow the service.
Donations may be made to the Ronald McDonald House and John Stoddard Cancer Center, Care Coordinator Program.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
We want to thank all friends and family for the loving support we have been given throughout the tough road. So many people have told us how she touched and impacted their lives. Marcia’s legacy is exemplified by one of the many sayings that she followed in her life: “Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle.” –James M Barrie
See you soon our sweet Angel; we love you to the moon and back!
Lynne Begg
05/29/2013
John, i was told this past weekend of your loss, My thoughts and prayers go out to you during this time.
Jackie Wilson
05/23/2013
I'm so sorry for the loss of Marcia. I worked with her way back - at Urbandale Clinic. She was always a perky, pleasant person to be around! She will be missed.
Kathy Heinrichs
05/23/2013
John--We are so sorry to hear of Marcia's passing. So glad I got to meet her at our last class reunion! Our sympathy and prayers to you and your family.
Don Rhoten
05/23/2013
What a lovely lady. So much fun to be around. Been thinking of Marcia and her family all week long. So sad to here of her passing. Prayers to you all.
Don and Claire Rhoten
J.D., Stacie, Jonah & Cody Feilmeier
05/23/2013
John, Lisa & Ashley -
Our sincere condolences on Marcia's passing. May the compassion and care that she showed towards others be her legacy and give you strength during this difficult time.
Sue Neman -DJ Neiman's Mom
05/23/2013
Oh Lisa, My heart goes out to you. I know your family has been dealing with your Mother's ILLNESS FOR SOME TIME. HOWEVER, SHE WAS SO BEAUTIFUL ( I remember her smile and pretty face); she will be missed by all. What a lovely Obit. Take comfort in knowing, she was ready to become that Angel, but will be by your side always.-
Ann Ranniger Wieck
05/22/2013
John,
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family. I remember Marcia fondly.
Beth Wargo
05/22/2013
My heart goes out to you all. May you lean on each other for strength to get through this difficult transition.
Marcia and Larry Pepper
05/22/2013
Lisa, Joe and family,
Our heart goes out to you and your family at this very difficult time. Larry and I were so blessed to meet your mother and knew what a truly special person Marcia was. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Susan K. Petersen
05/22/2013
Ashley and Family/Friends,
Your mother's obituary was a lovely tribute to this beautiful woman some of us didn't personally know. Ashley, she must have been remarkable for she has a remarkable daughter and colleague. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Susan Petersen
UnityPoint at Home, Quad Cities
Don & Sally Smith
05/22/2013
John,
Our condolences to you and your family on Marcia's passing. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers during this time of loss. May God be with you and your family as I know Marcia is with Him.
Kathy Cave Sitzmann
05/22/2013
John,
So sorry for the loss of your wife, you have our sympathies. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Sarah Gettler
05/21/2013
John and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God Bless all of you!
Sue Hall
05/21/2013
John,
I heard the news today when I got to work on the passing of your wife. I was so sorry to hear that news. Know that I am thinking of you and your family at this difficult time
Michelle McKeever
05/21/2013
John, so sorry to hear about your wife. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.