William R. Mace
June 22, 2009
William R. Mace, 65, passed away June 22, 2009 at Mercy Hospital in Des Moines. Services will be at Lutheran Church of Hope, 925 Jordan Creek Parkway in West Des Moines. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 24, 2009 from 5 to 7:00 p.m. and the funeral will be on Thursday, June 25 at 10:00 a.m.
William believed in the “circle of trust” with his family and friends. He was a devoted husband, father, brother, grandfather and friend. He was the protector and rock for his family and considered them his best friends. William opened his arms and his heart to anyone that needed help. He believed in hard work but also fun. He was a prankster and those around him said, “if he teases me, I know he likes me.” He also enjoyed fishing and traveling and covered most of the 50 states.
William is survived by his wife of 47 years, Lois; daughters, Cindy, Sherry (John) Kelley, Phyllis Gavin, Billi (Heath) Williams, Jackie (Kyle) Oberender, and Renee; ten grandchildren, Maranda, Gage, Paiten, Zachary, Gentry, Karson, Candice, Hailey and William; siblings, John, Phyllis, Sharon, Roe Jr. and Dutheal.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Roe, Sr. and Dutheal (Sparks) Mace; siblings, Linda, Rae, Duke and Jimmy.
Memorial contributions may be made to Iowa Heart Center.
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phyllis odell
06/29/2009
I will miss Bill very much. I'm so sorry for your loss Lois and family. He's been a good brother. phyllis
duthealmacedueling
06/27/2009
my heart gos out to all of you,we will miss you bill
Jessica (Martin) Scott
06/25/2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. I have such fond memories of your family and the times we spent in your home.
May your faith, love and family comfort you in this time of sorrow.
Kindest regards,
Jessica Scott and Family
Marcia (Martin) Maher
06/24/2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. Your family will always have a special place in my heart. I like this quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson:
To laugh often and much; to win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children; to earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends; to appreciate beauty; to find the best in others; to leave the world a bit better, whether by a healthy child, a garden patch or a redeemed social condition; to know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived, this is to have succeeded.
Bill was definitely a successful man. God bless,
Marcia Maher and family
jason
06/24/2009
he will be greatly missed and my thoughts and prayers are with you at this tough time