Marie Lillian (James) Waugh

Marie Lillian (James) Waugh, 88, passed away with her loved ones by her side as her heart beat one last time on Monday August 19th, 2024, in Des Moines, Iowa.

Marie was born December 25, 1935, to Leon Samuel James and Winifred Grace (Thompson) James in Weldon, Iowa. She was married to the love of her life, Billie Dean Waugh, on January 1, 1956, and from this loving union two children were born: Daniel Dean Waugh and Vicki Rene’ Waugh. Marie had many jobs she loved and retired from Principal Financial Group on November 21, 2001. She enjoyed nurturing her family and friends, while being known for her gluten free cuisine. She enjoyed music, dancing, playing games, and cards. Marie loved to travel, see family and friends and her most beloved memory was traveling to Hawaii with the love of her life.

Marie left behind to carry on her legacy her daughter Vicki Rene’ Waugh; her four grandchildren, Meredith (Jason) Smith, Blake (Shannon) Smith, Danette (Mike) Sullivan and Matt (Kristie) Waugh; her six great-grandchildren, Jordan Smith, Alexandrea Parcel, Trevor Parcel, Devin Sullivan, Tyler Waugh and Tyler Rager; and her brother, Norman James.

As the door opened to the gate of heaven Marie yelled, “Biiiiiilllllllll!” and he came running with arms wide open to welcome her in and see her for the first time since May 2021. Marie and Bill then walked hand in hand to find her son Daniel Dean who passed a short time later in December. Marie is also proceeded in death by both her parents and her sister, Carolene Hullinger.

The family would like to thank the Mercy CCU Nursing Staff, especially Alaina and Janee’ for the great care that was given on her short stay. Also a thank you to Jocelyn Claude for all your loving care for Marie.

Family will be greeting friends on Friday, August 23, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens; 121 NW 60th Avenue, Des Moines, Iowa. A private burial will follow at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be directed to US Bank on Euclid Ave in Des Moines, Iowa in loving memory of Marie.

Condolences may be expressed at www.Hamiltonsfuneralhome.com.

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