Jeffrey R. Breckenridge
April 05, 2021
Jeff “Breck” Breckenridge, 61, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by the love and comfort of his family on April 5, 2021. He was born in Newton, Iowa, on December 20, 1959, to Thomas and Betty Breckenridge.
Jeff graduated from Newton High School in 1978. He proudly served in the United States Army from 1982 until his honorable discharge in 1988. Jeff retired from Maytag after 30 years of service and the Polk County Sheriff’s Office after 12 years.
Jeff was a hardworking man who had an adventurous spirit. He loved gambling, traveling, hunting, and driving his Corvette. Jeff was also an avid Harley Davidson enthusiast, enjoying countless rides over the years. Jeff also loved to entertain family and friends at his home bar. Above all else, Jeff cherished time spent with his family and friends.
Jeff is survived by his loving wife, Pam Anderson; his children, Dustin Breckenridge, Brandy (Stanley Nevins) Hawn, Miranda (Mike) Tuttle, and Marisa (Mark) Malaney; grandchildren, Jordon (McKayla), Madisan (Adrian), Caleb (Katelynn), Morgan (Kyle), Brandon, Carter, Michael, Braylee, Tucker, Jackson, and Kaden; great-grandchildren, Adelyn and Lucca “Tristan” due in May. He is also survived by his sisters, Pam Priaulx and Kris (Kenny) Nelson; 1 niece and 2 nephews, as well as many cousins and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Tom and Betty.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, April 12, 2021, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue in Des Moines. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home Sunday afternoon from 2-4 p.m.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in loving memory of Jeff.
Online condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Michael McMurry
04/14/2021
To Jeff's wife, children, family & friends: My memorial is quite simple: Jeff was, indeed, one of the good guys. He was an interesting and entertaining conversationalist, street savvy and a practical problem solver. R.I.P., partner.
Marty & Cindy Anderson
04/11/2021
Jeff was one of the most thoughtful people I have ever known.
At Maytag when things were not going right Jeff had a way of calming people down. Something about him let us know everything was going to be ok.
I also enjoyed hanging out with him when he had the bar in Kellogg. He would always ask me if I was ok to drive.
He and I talked about our time in the service. I served in the Marine Corps. We thanked each other for what we did for our country. We will miss him a lot.
Jennifer Eckert
04/11/2021
Pam and family- I'm so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for you all at this difficult time.
Kim & Clint Engle
04/10/2021
Pam,
So sorry to hear about the loss of Jeff. You are in our thought and prayers..
May God be with you and the family at this time.
Love you,
Kim & Clint
Tony
04/10/2021
Breck was the hardest working, devoted family man and friend that I've had the pleasure of knowing. I could go on about the greatness of this man and how he always provided a helping hand to others without hesitation. My prayers are with you all.
Diane Plumb
04/10/2021
Dear family, I was so sorry to hear of Jeff's passing. Pam Priaulx, we just talked at the post office a few weeks ago and I didn't know about his diagnosis. Then Dustin, was here talking to Larry and told him of the terrible news. A pancreatic cancer diagnosis is so awful and unexpected. Kristi, you always reminded me of Breckie cause you look and sound so much like him. He was a really good guy - a mix of nice, sincere, polite, fun and all-around neat person. He will be missed.
Jennifer Gary
04/09/2021
Many wonderful fun memories with Jeff and family. Sending warm thoughts and prayers for you all. I'm so sorry.
Doug Reese
04/09/2021
Pam and family: I first met Jeff at Central Jr. High In Newton. He joked around a lot and was fun to be around. In high school we worked together at a local business. We worked hard but we had a good time too. Some of the best times tho involved his car. If my memory serves me correctly it was a 1972 Chevelle SS. It was a fast car and I rode shotgun with him in a drag race one time. He won. Other times we would see how fast we could drive to Monroe. God watched out for us because we lived through it. For any kids reading this: follow all traffic laws it really is a good idea😀
After high school we would get together at the 78 reunions and other times. I always appreciated his upbeat attitude. You all are in our prayers.
Penny & Dave Hoksbergen
04/08/2021
Pam and family -
Im so sorry....Jeff was a good man and a wonderful friend. He will be greatly missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers,
latif Ikeljic
04/08/2021
Pam and family- So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for you all. 🙏
Brad Gribben
04/08/2021
Met Jeff when he was new at PCSO. We moved inmates to Fort Dodge prison after downtown flooded in 08. Worked with him for the next 6-7 years. Jeff was/is a good dude. Condolences to his family and our extended PCSO family. RIP Breck
Linda Freese
04/07/2021
I am so very sorry for your loss. I feel blessed to have known Jeff. What a beautiful soul and a thoughtful kind man. Pam, I know he loved you from the bottom of his heart. What a huge loss of life. I will miss seeing him and his upbeat nature. So sorry for you and your family.
Wendy & Don Crady
04/07/2021
Blessed to have know Jeff. He loved to Karaoke with us and We had great times fishing together. Jeff was always willing to lend a helping hand and asking nothing in return. Many years were spent at family gatherings that will be cherished memories. Resting in Gods hands. See ya later. Get er done
Michelle Munoz
04/07/2021
Pam, I am very sorry for your loss. I will say prayers for your family.
Angie Ingle
04/07/2021
Pam and family-
So sorry to hear this.
Thoughts and prayers for you all. 🙏