David Conner
March 11, 2015
David Jason Conner, 24, passed away unexpectedly from cardiac arrest due to anaphylactic shock on Wednesday, March 11, 2015 in Indianapolis, Indiana. David was born on February 18, 1991 in Des Moines to Robert II and Susan (Wells) Conner. In death, David saved the lives of others by donating his organs.
David attended Dowling Catholic High School and graduated from Faith Academy. He went on to attend DMACC and recently received his SBCA certification through his job installing satellite dishes. David was a gifted artist and loved being outdoors. He was always up for any adventure whether it be fishing, biking, camping, golfing, zip lining or white water rafting. He enjoyed spending time with his friends and will be remembered for his kind and gentle nature. David approached life full force and always left his family with an “I love you.”
Those left behind to cherish and honor his memory are his parents, Dr. Robert and Susan Conner; siblings, Robert III (Kayla), Jennifer and Michael; nephew, Robert IV; aunts and uncles, Julie (Steve) Heideman, Stephen Conner, Rhonda (Bob) Schulz, Patricia (James) Clark, Sara Bullock (Mike Burnhart) and Jason (Mandi) Wells; and many cousins and beloved friends.
He was preceded in death by his sister, Emily Noelle Conner; niece, Alexis Marie Conner; paternal grandparents, Robert Sr. and Elizabeth Conner; and maternal grandparents, Roy and Colleen Wells.
Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, March 17, 2015 at St. Anthony Catholic Church, 15 Indianola Ave., Des Moines. He will be laid to rest at Glendale Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 2:00 – 8:00 p.m. Monday, March 16th at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th St., Des Moines with a Vigil Service to start at 7:00 p.m. Additional parking at Christ the King with shuttling provided by the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the family for a cause close to David’s heart.
On-line condolences may be expressed at
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Steve Rasmussen
03/18/2015
So sorry to get this news Bob. You and your family are in our thoughts.
Steve
Porter Hand
03/17/2015
David was a genuine guy that always showed kindness to everyone he encountered. I am privleged to have known him, and to have shared good times together. May his spirit live on through those he touched in his life.
Mary (Rasmussen) Schemmel
03/16/2015
I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my prayers.
Megan Heideman
03/16/2015
My sweet cousin, David. Words cannot express the sadness I feel knowing that you are now gone. I couldn't have asked for a better person to grow up with and play pretend. My heart breaks not being able to not be able to be there for the funeral, but I hope you know how much I love you. You will never be forgotten, and always in my heart. Love, Megan
Angela (Reyes) Graeve
03/16/2015
Conner family- So sorry for your loss. Thoughts & prayers are with you in the difficult time.
Scott Petheram
03/15/2015
Dear Conner Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. I still remember when I met him while I was on my scooter in the cul-de-sac after first moving there. I wish you guys all the best through this terrible time. He will be in my thoughts and prayers.
May he rest in peace.
"Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal."
Anne Heideman Foster
03/15/2015
Bob, Sue and family:
Our hearts our broken along with you, and we send our sympathy and love to all of you.We thank God for the blessing of precious David's life. The Lord is with you and is close to the broken-hearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time...with sincere sympathy, Anne and Kim, Brad, Amy and Daniel.
Mary Lou Williams
03/15/2015
Dr. Conner and family I am so, so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Janna Johnson
03/15/2015
Dr. and Mrs. Conner: Gary and I are so very sorry for your loss. May God's blessings surround you and your family at this very sad time!
Kate Schmidt
03/15/2015
Dr. and Mrs. Conner & Family: So sorry for your loss. Christ's peace be with you.and your family as you celebrate David's life.
Nancy Williams & Joe Romeo
03/14/2015
Sue & Bob,
Our hearts are breaking for you and your family. We enjoyed David and having him at our house with Ryan and friends during their high school years. Our prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Joe and I will be out-of-town and not able to be with you for the service and visitation, but we will be there with you in our thoughts and prayers.
God Bless you all during this very sad time for everyone. As I come across pictures of David, I will save them for you. With great sympathy, Nancy & Joe
Luanne Julius
03/14/2015
Dear Susan & Bob & family,
So very, very sorry. You are in my prayers and my thoughts.
My sincere sympathy to all of you.