Keith "Perry" Springer
December 31, 2017
Keith "Perry" Springer peacefully went home to be with his Lord and Savior on December 31, 2017, after a long and courageous battle with kidney cancer.
Perry was born in Marshalltown, Iowa, August 25, 1943. He was the youngest of three sons born to Keith and Loreene Springer. He graduated from Green Mountain High School in 1961 and then attended The State College of Iowa, now known as The University of Northern Iowa. It was at college that he met his first wife, and mother of his two children, Mildred (Laughton) Springer. They were blessed with 37 years of marriage at the time of Milly's passing.
Perry retired from The Principal Financial Group after 29 years of service. He proudly served his country in the National Guard of Iowa from 1965 until 1971.
Perry always said he was a very lucky man to have found love again. He and his second wife, Lorraine (Fazio) Northway were married in June of 2005. Together they shared a strong love for each other, their faith, family and friends. Perry had an appreciation for music of all kinds, he especially enjoyed live concerts and theatre. He would always jump at the chance to do a little fishing. He loved the relaxation of a good book, and the companionship of their family dogs, Dolly and Gus. His favorite game was golf, and he would never pass up a chance to play. He enjoyed time spent with family and friends, playing cards, and the challenge of an intricate puzzle. What he loved more than anything was time shared with each of his grandchildren.
Perry will be greatly missed by his loving wife, Lorraine; their children, Michelle (Jeffrey) Gibbs, Oak Creek WI, Paul (Victoria) Springer, Millbrook, AL, Bradley (Carla) Hudson, Norwalk, IA, Jennifer (Michael) Lyon, Norwalk, IA; and his brother, Lyle (Janice) Springer, Marshalltown, IA. Perry was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife, and his brother, Richard.
On Wednesday, January 10, 2018, a visitation will begin at 9 a.m., followed by a Celebration of Life service at 11 a.m., at Lutheran Church of Hope, 935 Jordan Creek Parkway in West Des Moines. After a luncheon at the church, burial will be at Highland Memory Garden Cemetery, One N.E. 60th Ave. in Des Moines, IA.
Memorial gifts may be directed to the family in loving memory of Perry. Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
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Kent Sandburg
01/09/2018
Perry will be with you in the places you go, in the things you do . . . in your heart.
WIshing you comfort in all the wonderful memories you shared.
As Warren Kessler said, Perry was "one of the good guys!" Your family will be in my prayers.
Mike and Betty Hugunin
01/09/2018
We are so very sorry for your loss Lorraine. We are grateful for the relationship that we were able to share with you both through our introduction during Alpha. Perry was a delightful man of God. He finished well - Blessing to the entire family!
Mary Gutierrez
01/08/2018
So sorry to hear of your loss. May GOD's word comfort you.. Isaiah 26:19; Rev.21:4.
Sharon Bennink
01/08/2018
I am truly sorry for your loss. Perry and I worked together at Principal for a number of years. He was a great guy, and he will be missed. I will definitely keep the family in my prayers.
Bob Hemphill
01/07/2018
Lorraine, sorry to hear of Perry's passing. when I saw you 2 this fall I thought he looked great. I will be working Wednesday and can not make it to the service but will think of you 2. We should do coffee sometime. Bob
Bill & Kathy Wishman
01/07/2018
We are so sorry for your loss. Perry was such a great guy & interesting to converse with.
We are traveling & wont be able to attend his service for which we are sorry. You are in our thoughts & prayers.
Jim and Bette McGonigle
01/07/2018
We are so very sorry for your loss. We were fortunate to be neighbors of Perry and Millie in Urbandale for several years. Such a good man!
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Nathan Hudson and Brayden Hudson
01/06/2018
Grandpa Perry is and will always will be in our hearts. He read to us, played games with us, and his soul was pure and kind. We will miss you but we know we will see you when we get to Heaven, pinky swear. We love you!
Maria Downs
01/05/2018
I had the pleasure of meeting Perry at Stoddard. He was such an inspiration. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with Lorraine at this difficult time.
Mark & Havemann
01/05/2018
I will always remember Perry for his great sense of humor and his kindness. He was one-of-a-kind and will be missed.
Warren and Jan
01/05/2018
We've always considered Perry to be "one of the good guys". He will be sorely missed. He has found the peace he so richly deserves.