Lindsey Ann Wilson Bruinekool
April 05, 2016
Lindsey Ann Wilson Bruinekool, 45, passed away peacefully on Wednesday morning, April 6, 2016 at her home in West Des Moines, IA. Services will be held at St. Mark Lutheran Church, 1105 Grand Ave. in West Des Moines, IA on Tuesday, April 12, 2016 with visitation prior to the service from 11 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and the funeral service at 1:00 p.m. Private family burial will be in Rose Hill Memorial Cemetery in Marshalltown, IA.
Lindsey, daughter of David and Nancy Wilson was born August 18, 1970 in Iowa City. She was educated in Marshalltown and during those years, took ballet lessons eventually dancing on the stage at C.Y. Stephens Auditorium in Ames and the Civic Center in Des Moines. Lindsey was baptized on October 25, 1970 and confirmed on April 28, 1985 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Marshalltown. During high school she was a cheerleader and graduated from Marshalltown High School in 1988. Lindsey attended Marshalltown Community College for one year before transferring to Buena Vista University in Storm Lake, IA where she graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education in 1993. She worked at Farm Bureau for many years and most recently Lutheran Church of Hope in West Des Moines. Lindsey was an active member of her church and enjoyed summers at Clear Lake with family and friends. She loved playing the piano, going to the gym, and the special times with her friends.
On October 20, 2012 she married Christopher Bruinekool of West Des Moines, IA. He was the love of her life and they shared a strong faith journey. They enjoyed working out at the gym together, taking walks, traveling, and challenging each other with board games.
Lindsey touched many lives with her positive attitude and smile. She was a very caring, loving person and would do anything for a friend in need. She had a strong faith and after her accident and several months in the hospital, her determination, perseverance, motivation, and courage was an inspiration to others. The community and her classmates were amazed and proud of her accomplishments; giving her a standing ovation as she walked across the stage to receive her high school diploma. With God’s help and the many prayers from those who knew her, she was a special miracle. Lindsey will be missed dearly by many.
Lindsey is survived by her husband Chris; her parents, David and Nancy Wilson; her brother, Jeffrey Wilson of Des Moines; and her sister, Angela (James) Eilders and their children, Katelyn, Nicholas and Elizabeth all of Robins, IA; her aunt and uncle, Ardith and Phil Simms of Bettendorf, IA; her three cousins and their children; Chris’ parents, Robert and Maxine Bruinekool; Chris’ brother, Matt (Sandra) and their children Alex and Tyler of West Des Moines. Lindsey was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Albert and Virginia Jaeger; and her paternal grandparents, O.E. Wilson and RuBee Wilson.
Memorial contributions may be directed to On With Life, 715 SW Ankeny Road in Ankeny, IA 50023. Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Wendy Matis
04/08/2016
Lindsey was such a beautiful beam of sunlight. She radiated God's light where ever she was. She brought Joy to everyone around her. She always spoke of her love for her family and how grateful she was for God's blessings. We will miss her deeply, but rest in the fact that she is with her creator finally being free of this life's afflictions. I know I will see her bright smile yet again one day!
Valerie Sandner
04/08/2016
Knowing Lindsey was a great blessing. Her sweet smile and sincere love for life and everyone around her will never be forgotten.
Tom and Cheryl LaVille
04/08/2016
We are broken-hearted that Lindsey has passed to her heavenly home. She had such a spirit and of love and determination!
Derek Fichtner
04/08/2016
Blessings to Lindsey's family in this time of great sorrow. I have been overseas for many years now, but will always remember her from MHS, and times with Val, and friends, before I left the USA. She will be greatly missed.
Curt Hernandez
04/07/2016
My sincerest condolences at the sad loss of Lindsey. Mtown was a special place to grow up, and I have many cherished memories of her from Miller. A sweet girl with a bright spirit that'll be remembered fondly. Godspeed my friend, and rest in peace.
Jenny Hoffman
04/07/2016
You are always a beautiful soul. You made people happy and so kind. Peace to you Lindsey??Thoughts and prayers.
Michelle Cook Berdusis
04/07/2016
I am so sorry for your Loss. I have so many great memories of her and I together.
I am sending my prayers and love to all of you during this difficult time.
Pam Schuller Schwers
04/07/2016
Lindsey was one of kindness souls I had the pleasure of calling my friend. She's been a huge support & source of comfort during my battle with cancer and her presence will be greatly missed. Class of '88 lost another beautiful soul too soon, but she will never be forgotten. Prayers to all her family.
Rita Slocum Keislar
04/07/2016
Class of 1988 will be forever changed. I remember graduation day and watching her walk across the stage. Many good memories with Lindsey.... Prayers to her family...