Samuel Lyle Lingren, Jr.

Samuel Lyle Lingren, Jr.
Of Des Moines, Iowa

Samuel Lingren, Jr., age 90, passed away at his home on Monday, March 2, 2020, surrounded by his family. Samuel was born on October 13, 1929 in Albia, Iowa.

Sam faithfully served his country for 4 years in the US Air Force. He retired from Western Tool after many years of service. After retirement, he enjoyed delivering flowers for Greenleaf Florist as well as an Ambassador for Willis Auto Campus. Sam was passionate about sports, especially baseball and softball which he enjoyed umpiring for both. Above all else, treasured time spent with his family.

He is survived by his loving wife of 71 years, Alberta; children, Gary Lingren, Kathy (Mike) De Fino, David Lingren, Julie (Chuck) De Fino and Steven Lingren; 9 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and other loving relatives and many special friends.

Sam was preceded in death by his parents, Lena and Sam Lingren Sr.; great-grandson, Josiah Lingren; and his three sisters.

Visitation will be held from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m., with funeral service to begin at 1:00 p.m., Monday, March 9, 2020 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines. Interment will follow at Iowa Veterans Cemetery in Van Meter.

Condolences may be expressed at: www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com

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