Carter Chase Shireman
April 12, 2014
Carter Chase Shireman, 22, passed away at home on Sunday, April 13, 2014. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 16 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines with the funeral service on Thursday, April 17 at 11:00 a.m. at Lutheran Church of Hope, 925 Jordan Creek Parkway in West Des Moines.
Carter was born in Cedar Rapids, Iowa on August 26, 1991 to Greg and Jill Shireman. Carter had a loving heart, was energetic, and a lover of life. Whether in the surf of Maui, on the water at Clear Lake, or in the mountains of Colorado; Carter had a great passion for adventure and lived life to the extreme. He also had a great love of music. He could play intricate piano concertos from memory as well as songs by Bob Marley or Bob Dylan. Carter would never hesitate to go above and beyond for those he loved.
He is survived by his father, Gregory Shireman; brother and sister-in-law, Spencer and Hailey Shireman; sister, Blaire Shireman; paternal grandparents, Robert and Shirley Shireman; aunts and uncles, Don and Stephany Henderson, Jeff Jacobs, and Kim Jacobs; nephew, Bennett Chase Shireman; cousins, Chase and Drew Henderson, Ryan Jacobs, and Ivan Jacobs; and his dog, Strider.
Carter was preceded in death by his mother, Jill Shireman; maternal grandparents, Eldon and Donna Jacobs; uncle, Gregory Jacobs; and cousin, Erin Jacobs.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Above and Beyond Cancer or to the Animal Rescue League of Iowa. Online condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Chuck & Judy Jennisch
04/16/2014
Greg & Family...We were so saddened to hear of your loss...
Our thoughts and prayers are
with you...
Laura Douglas
04/16/2014
Dear Greg, You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss. Laura
Mark and Cindy Shaw
04/16/2014
Greg, Blaire and Spencer- Carter was an amazing young man. He was Nates best friend growing up. Carter hated to see anyone left out and that is how he and Nate hooked up. His kindness and caring was limitless. He will always be remembered for his kindness to others. He is with Jill in the presence of our Lord and we will all see them again. Our prayers for you and your family go up at this difficult time. You are loved.
Diane De Vault
04/15/2014
Greg, I'm so sad to learn of your son's passing. You must have been so very proud of him -- and he of you. May your many happy and loving memories together bring you comfort and peace. My deepest sympathy and prayers are with you and your family.
Gayle & Corrie Feldotto
04/15/2014
Greg, our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time. May the memories of yesterday give you strength and peace.
jeanette battista
04/15/2014
Dear Greg, my deepest sympathies to you and your family. I can't imagine what you're going through but I will pray you find peace and comfort in friends and your faith. Jeanette
Officer "Terry" Brauch
04/15/2014
My deepest sympathy in the loss of Carter. I pray that somehow you will find some peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Tom Hamilton and Family
04/15/2014
Greg and Family-
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time along with our deepest sympathies. Tom
Carmen Bowen
04/15/2014
I wish I had words that could take away this horrible pain you are all experiencing. My heart absolutely breaks for your entire family. Sending much love, comfort, and support to you all in the days, weeks, and years to come. ~Carmen~
Shelly Jordan
04/15/2014
Greg & Family: I am heartbroken at your sad news of Carter's death. Please know that I am praying for you all and sending comfort and strength to you during this difficult time. God Bless you all.
Sandy Shoop
04/15/2014
Greg, I got to know Carter 45 minutes at a time. I am one of the staff at Farrell's. Carter and I had many lengthy conversations about his mom...I was just diagnosed with stage 4 cancer in Feb. Carter made me feel very good about the doctors and the treatments. When he saw that I was at the gym, he made the time to talk to me for a few minutes even if it made him late to his class. He shared so much with me about the work you do with cancer survivors. He was very proud of you Greg. Your son had an amazing heart; I will miss my conversations with him. I will pray for your peace of mind, for the knowledge that although we want Carter here with us, God in all his infinite wisdom needed him more. RIP my young friend.
Bruce & Tamara Doom
04/15/2014
Dear Greg,
We were truely saddened to hear your news. Please know that we are praying for you and your family during this difficult time. May the peace of God which passes all understanding be with you during these times.
Sandy Pflughaupt
04/15/2014
Dear Greg and Family; My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. May all the good memories comfort you at this difficult time.
Mrs. Mary Gibb
04/15/2014
Dear Greg, Spencer, Blaire and Hailey, I want you to know how very sorry and saddened I am to hear the news about Carter. I will always remember the talks Carter and I had while he was at Valley, he was always going to find me a dog at one of the animal rescue leagues he went to but I told him I was kind of fussy. He told me not to worry, he could find me a pure-bred. He moved onto WCC and we lost touch. God bless him and your family at this extremely difficult time in your life. I will be thinking of all of you!
Steve & Pam Wilson
04/15/2014
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