Vernon Nathaniel Jeter, Sr.

Vernon Nathaniel Jeter, Sr.
Des Moines

Vernon passed away on September 30, 2016, surrounded by his family and friends. He was born to Carl and Virginia Frances Jeter on July 21, 1947, in Centerville, Iowa.

Vernon graduated from Des Moines Tech High School. Upon graduation he enlisted in the US Marine Corps proudly serving his country during the Vietnam War. Vernon excelled in all sports, which included playing semi pro football for the Des Moines Vikings. He was an employee of the US Postal Service and worked for the Des Moines Public Schools as a para educator. Vernon was a devoted member of Corinthian Baptist Church. Vernon had the gift of gab and could tell stories with the best of them. He enjoyed old westerns, watching and playing sports & spending time with his family.

Vernon is survived by his children, Michael (Alison) Jeter, Matt (Kimberly) Jeter, Larissa (William) Perry, and Mindy Jeter and her family; sisters, Marilyn Taylor and Sharon Carter; long-time companion, Nancy Eke; and a host of grandchildren & other loving family Members & beloved friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Vernon, Jr.; and siblings, Elder Carl Jeter, Jr., Arbella Jeter, Marcia Byron, Connie Barnes, George Grant Jeter, and Teresa Douglas.

Visitation will be held at 10 a.m., Thursday, October 6, 2016, with funeral service following at 11a.m., at Corinthian Baptist Church, 814 School Street, Des Moines, Iowa.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in loving memory of Vernon.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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