Justin M. Bales
October 21, 2020
Justin M. Bales, 41, passed away on October 21, 2020, in West Des Moines. He was born in Des Moines, on November 7, 1978, to David and Deborah Bales.
Justin graduated from North High School. He proudly served in the Iowa Army National Guard 186th Military Police. Justin worked as a software engineer at numerous companies including, Baker Electric, Baker Group, CI3, QCI and Wellmark. He was incredibly intelligent and enjoyed educating himself and others through researching various topics. Justin was an avid Chicago Bears fan, loved good food, creating things and tinkering in the garage, woodworking, movies, a good Scotch and spending time with friends.
Justin is survived by his wife of 16 years, Brandi; daughters, Camryn, Samantha (Jeremiah), Jessica (Miranda), and Shelby; mother, Deb (Bruce “Pops”) Bogle; father, David Bales; brother, Jeremy (Janna) Bales; step-sisters, Glynn Bogle and Leah Bogle; and a host of other loving family and friends.
Memorial services will be held at 7:00 p.m., on Wednesday, October 28, 2020, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Ave., Des Moines. The family will receive visitors beginning at 5:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to NAMI Iowa (National Alliance on Mental Illness), 3839 Merle Hay Rd #229, Des Moines, IA 50310, in loving memory of Justin.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Shelby Bales
07/27/2021
lots of love for your family. you are all so strong. but i was his favorite
Jason P Niegsch
10/28/2020
Please accept our sincerest condolences for your family's loss. My family and our team at Jessica's dental office are thinking and praying for you all during this very difficult time.
Laura McBride
10/28/2020
Brandi,
Sincerest condolences to you and your girls during this difficult time. You are survivors, and have lots of support around you!
#neverlosehope
Tim Pierce
10/28/2020
i just heard about this today and it breaks my hearr. i worked with Justin at Wellmark. Prayers go out to the family to get you through this time.
Cathy Turner
10/27/2020
Please accept my deepest condolences for the loss of your loved one. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Michelle Brown
10/26/2020
Brandi, I'm so very sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you and your family. May he rest in peace.
Ava Wiggins
10/26/2020
My heart aches to hear this news, sending healing prayers and comforting hugs.
Dan Egert
10/26/2020
I feel for your family and I pray for them to be strong. Brother you have left this earth before your time. We spent many years in the 186th MP Co. Commo section together. It is unfortunate, but now you and Tim can maintain Comms in Heaven. Until we meet again rest in peace Brother.
10/25/20
10/25/2020
Justin I can't begin to fathom that you are truly gone from this earth so soon. My heart aches for your family and friends. You were an amazing person to work with and taught us so much along the way. Your presence will never be forgotten. I know you have impacted so many lives in your short years here with us. You always lit up a room and were a great friend to talk to. Many prayers and condolences to your family during this extremely difficult time. RIP dear Justin
Natalie Bradford-Smith
10/25/2020
Justin... I figuered we would be in our 90's before I had to write this. We have known each other since we were little kids. You were a pretty cool dude, I hate that I am writing this. You will truly be missed. I pray that you are in peace and I pray that your family will be strong and know your are watching over them now. R.I.P. 😇
Linsey Terrell
10/24/2020
Briandi I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Justin at O'Reily Auto Parts. He was an Amazing guy and so happy I had a chance to get to know him and work with him.
10/24/20
10/24/2020
I recall the day when Aunt Deb told the family she was pregnant with you. Your sweet smile while splashing around in the tub when I'd babysit for you. We lost touch throughout the years, as cousin's sometimes do. But I have always, & alway will be proud to call you family. Your my cousin, a father, a son, a brother, nephew, & friend- just to name of few. You are loved & will be missed by so many. May God help all who grieve know that this is a temporary separation, & look forward to spending an eternity with you.
Herb Elliott
10/24/2020
Brandi, so sorry to hear about your loss. Too young.
Jules
10/23/2020
Justin...Rest in peace my friend. You will be missed. Too many of our best have left us too
soon. I just hope you all take
care of
each other. Look out for all of us, til we meet again.
Love,
Jules
Angie (Lehman) Johnson
10/23/2020
My heart aches for your family. I'm so very sorry. We'll be lifting you all up in prayer.