Douglas "DJ" Kahley, Jr.
February 16, 2023
Douglas “DJ” Kahley, Jr., age 27, passed away Thursday, February 16, 2023.
DJ was born September 17, 1995, in Waterloo, Iowa. He graduated from Saydel High School in 2014. He attended school at APC to learn how to become a service technician for commercial floor cleaners. He then went on to sell Harley Davidson motorcycles and worked for Dewey Outlet in auto sales.
DJ enjoyed riding his Harley and working on cars with his dad. He liked target shooting, fishing, listening to music, bowling, and most of all, spending time with his family. He was baptized at the First Church of God in 2006. He was a very kind person, had a goofy personality, and a heart of gold. He was an avid KC Chiefs fan and shared the same birthday as Patrick Mahomes.
He is survived by his father, Douglas (Ambur) Kahley, Sr.; his mother, Amy (Jacob) Behounek; sister, Riley (Jose) Fragoso; paternal grandmother, Linda (Will) Smith; maternal grandfather, Tony Kriegel; step-sisters, Alexa Carpenter and Keyeria Cooley; fiancé, Kalli Stougard (her daughter Grace); niece, Alecia; nephew, Noah; and many aunts, uncles, and extended family and friends.
DJ was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Jane Kriegel; and his paternal grandfather, Gary Kahley.
Services will be held on Saturday, February 25, 2023 at First Church of God, 4201 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines. Visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m., followed by funeral service at 12:00 p.m. There will be a luncheon after the funeral.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in loving memory of DJ.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
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12/11/2023
I still find myself at a loss of words when your picture pops up. It feels so unreal that you are no longer on this earth. I pray to God every day you found peace. It's never goodbye just a see ya later.
Jessica
02/27/2023
It still doesnt feel real . You had such a unique goofy personality no matter how long we went without talking wed run into each other and it was like no time had passed at all. You truly lit up a room upon entering and touched the hearts of so many . If love couldve saved you , you wouldve lived forever . I hope you find peace in the sky my friend , you will never be forgotten!
Sammie
02/21/2023
We spent 11 years growing up and making memories together. You will be missed dearly and never forgotten.
Until we meet again.
Ron Mesenbrink
02/21/2023
He was a salesman there and I was a customer. He did a great job and he will be missed by everyone.
Kelly
02/20/2023
My brother I love you forever ride safe my friend until I see you again