Travis D. Bainter
December 20, 2019
Travis Dean Bainter, 21, of Des Moines, left way too soon on Friday, December 20, 2019. Travis was born Friday, June 5th, 1998 in Des Moines to Steve Jr. and Krista Bainter. Travis graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School in May 2016. While there he enjoyed singing in choir. He enjoyed drawing, writing stories, video games, and spending time with his friends.
Those left to cherish his memory are his parents, Steve Jr. and Krista of Des Moines; his brothers, Zachary (Charlie) of Des Moines and Johnathan of Ankeny; his grandparents, Lester Brewer, Sr. of Ankeny and Crystal Bainter of Des Moines; his two nieces, Hazel of Des Moines and Kyleigha of Arizona; and his fur siblings, Angel, Milo, Misty and Otis.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Hope Bainter, Steve Bainter, Sr., Myra Waters, and Marcia Brewer.
He will be deeply missed.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Monday, December 30, 2019 at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street, Des Moines. A celebration of life will be 12:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 31st, also at the funeral home.
Brittany Bainter
12/30/2019
We are truly devastated to hear of Travis' passing. I pray for you all to find some comfort during this tragedy... Wishing you the warmth of pleasant memories. We love you.
Mike Walag
12/28/2019
So sad to hear this news. Travis really enjoyed singing and was a leader in choir at Lincoln. We kept in touch after high school. He will be missed.
Mr and Mrs James Karasek
12/28/2019
We were sadden to hear of your grandsons passing. We have you and your family in our prayers.Please accept our condolences.
Heather Fox
12/27/2019
May the lord hold you tight. My heart goes out to you all. I am so, so sorry. Praying for you.
Crystal Rose (Marturello)
12/26/2019
Steve and family,
I am so sorry you have to go through this. Please know you and your family are in my prayers. ?
Melody Lloyd
12/26/2019
So sorry for your loss may he rest in peace. My prayers are with you and the family.
Kathie Watera
12/26/2019
Steve, I am so sorry for your loss, may God be with you, and all who loved him. RIP Travis, you will be missed by many, gone way to young.
Danielle Peugh
12/26/2019
It hurts to see him go so soon. He was very much so loved. I'm so grateful I got to know him so personally and to have shared love with him. He will never be forgotten and will always be in my heart.
Heather stclair
12/26/2019
As children stevie was more like a brother than a cousin. Life took us on different paths and i did not get the pleasure of knowing his amazing son. My heart breaks for steve and his beautiful wife. I am so sorry for your loss and i am here if u need anything at all.