Marie V. Wilbois

Marie V. Wilbois, of Des Moines, passed away on Thursday January 9, 2014, at Fleur Heights Care Center with her family beside her.

Marie was born on July 28, 1917, in Des Moines to Hazel (Weaver) and John Dingeman. She lived her entire life in Des Moines. Marie retired from Meredith Publishing in the data processing department after 35+ years of dedicated service. She enjoyed bowling, crocheting and knitting – especially blankets. Marie loved to get outside and walk in the fresh air. She was very family oriented and loved hosting big family dinners and gatherings. She was a fabulous cook and treasured the time spent with her family – especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She looked forward to Saturday shopping extravagances with her daughter. Marie had a strong and passionate sense of fashion – especially with her coats. Marie was very giving and loving, she will be greatly missed.

Marie is survived by her children, Larry Wilbois and Karen McDaniel, both of Des Moines; two granddaughters, Jennifer Wilbois and Melissa (Ryan) Baker, both of Des Moines; great-grandchildren, Baylee, Brennan and Brody, of Des Moines; brother, Donald Dingeman of West Des Moines; sisters, Marilyn (Bob) Cook of Pleasantville, IA. and Nadine Markum of Canterbury, PA.; and a host of other extended family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Hazel and John Dingeman; husband, Joseph Wilbois; sisters, Kathryn Eivins, Betty Barr and Darlene Eickenberry; brother, John Dingeman and granddaughter, Debbie Sharp.

Funeral services will be held at 12 noon on Tuesday, January 14, 2014, at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street,,with burial to follow at Woodland Cemetery. Family will greet friends two hours prior to the service at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be directed to Bright Kavanagh House in memory of Marie.

Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com

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