Ed DeYoung
December 23, 2009
Eddie Eugene DeYoung, 59, went to join his passed family members and dog, Sonny, in Heaven on Wednesday, December 23, 2009. He was born on August 30, 1950 to Jennie (Payne) and Edward DeYoung in Des Moines, Iowa.
Ed is survived by his loving wife, Sheri (Smith), his children, Brittany Telk and Charles Telk III, his siblings: Mary Goff, Connie DeYoung and Ron (Deb) DeYoung and his mother Jennie Hare. He is preceded in death by his father, Edward DeYoung.
Eddie began working for his father at DeYoung’s Meat Market where he became a journeyman meat-cutter. He then packed up his skills and worked for Hy-Vee as the meat manager for 34 years. When Eddie wasn’t cutting meat or working, he could be found outdoors; hunting, fishing or tinkering in his garage. His year was cut into four unusual seasons being bass fishing, duck hunting, goose hunting and turkey hunting or Summer, Fall, Winter and Spring respectively. Due to his zeal for the outdoors and all things fowl, he was an extremely active member in several organizations; The National Wild Turkey Federation, Ducks Unlimited and B.A.S.S. In line with duck hunting, he was an accomplished dog trainer and won many awards for his handling in his younger years. He also enjoyed playing baseball or just throwing a ball around outdoors. Aside from his love for his family and outdoor sports, he was a die-hard NASCAR fan, rooting for any member of the Rousch racing team.
His love for the Lord and positive outlook on life inspired all who were lucky enough to meet Ed, and he will be greatly missed by his family and many friends.
Funeral Services will be 10:00 am on Monday, December 28, 2009 at the Ankeny Church of the Brethren, 417 SE Grant, Ankeny, Iowa. Burial will follow at the Brethren Cemetery in Elkhart. Friends may visit with the family from 2:00-4:00 p.m. Sunday, at the church in Ankeny.
Memorial contributions may be made to The National Wild Turkey Federation or for his children’s educations in loving memory of Ed
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Janell McMullen
12/28/2009
Dearest Sheri,
The 5:15am strength class wants to pass on their love and thoughts to you for the loss of Ed. Please know that you and your family are in our prayers daily.
Can I be so bold, Sheri, in complimenting you on your incredible witness to the strength of our Lord Jesus Christ. Your upbeat attitude and unwavering confidence in knowing that everything was being overseen by God was not only an encouragement to me, a sister in Christ, but an awesome example of what God asks of his children in order to touch the non-believers. Msy I say you are quite an inspiration to us all. I love you and look forward to many workouts together with you.
In Christ Jesus,
Janell
Sometimes the circumstances of our suffering may not change, but the circumstances of our hearts are changed through God's presence and activity.
Praise the Lord!!!!
Beth Reese
12/28/2009
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with yout family. Ed was an AMAZING person and he will be missed very much.
Beth Reese (Step-Daughter of Mark Willson)
charlene
12/28/2009
Sherry, I wish I could come up for Ed's Service, but I am so tied
up with our business I just couldn't. I am so thankful for the
phone conversation Ed and I had about his Bible. He can tell Mom and
Dad about it now. It's hard to understand why God chooses to take
some of His children home, But it's just like my brother Dwayne, the
testimony for the Lord never dies and can touch lives for years to
come. My prayers are with you for strength....we know His strength
is perfect when our strength is gone. Love you, Char
Cindy (Payne) Peterson
12/26/2009
I hadn't seen Eddie for alot of years but I will still miss him. When I was little and we would get together at Christmas I always looked forward to seeing Eddie. He always insisted on giving me tons of kisses (mainly cuz I was so much younger I guess) and he would always give me a giant Herhsey Kiss. I think of yu every Christmas and always will Eddie. Love you
Jim & Paula Poli
12/27/2009
Our prayers go out to Ed's family. Jim has many great memories of fishing and deer hunting with Ed in the "70's".
Doug & Mary Sparks
12/27/2009
We want to express our deepest heart warming sympathy. You are and will always be in our hearts and prayers. My God be with you through this tough time.
Gary Eaton
12/26/2009
Dear Jean, Mary,Connie, Ron
I was saddened to read of ed's passing, May god comort and keep you in the days ahead.. Edith Eaton, Joseph Eaton, Gary Eaton Thomas Eaton, Christina Eaton and Ronald Eaton
Bill and Cathy
12/26/2009
Dear Sheri, Brittany, and Charles,
Our deepest heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of you. Ed was a wonderful person and Jessica was especially fond of Ed. We will keep you in our prayers.
Bill, Cathy, Jessica, and Jordyn Newton