Dorothy M. Starbuck

Dorothy M. Starbuck, 84, passed away on September 7, 2016, at Taylor House Hospice. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Saint Joseph Catholic Church, 3300 Easton Blvd., Des Moines, IA, on Tuesday, September 13, at 10:30 a.m. The family will receive visitors at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon St., Des Moines, IA, on Monday, September 12, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., with a prayer service at 7:00 p.m. Interment will be at Laurel Hill Cemetery.

Dorothy was born May 4, 1932, to David and Agnes Grylls in Des Moines, IA. She graduated from East High School. Dorothy was a homemaker and worked for Chuck’s Restaurant for many years before retiring to the Lake of the Ozarks. Dorothy returned to Des Moines and served as an active member of Does-Drove #25 at the Elks Lodge #98 in Pleasant Hill, IA. Dorothy took pleasure in cooking and entertaining. She was an avid reader, crossword puzzler, and enjoyed spending time with family and friends.

Dorothy is survived by her son, Lance (Shelly) Starbuck; daughter, Lisa Starbuck; grandkids, Amy Schroeder and Shaun (Lindsey) Starbuck; step-granddaughter, Trudy Deming; and many beloved nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rolland Starbuck; son-in-law, Phil Deming; mother; father; two sisters; and two brothers.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the Taylor House Hospice in loving memory of Dorothy.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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