Carole Cook

We are sad to announce the passing of Carolyn Jeanne Cook of Clive, Iowa. She died at age 75 on October 11, 2023. Carole passed away at her home surrounded by her friends, neighbors, and loved ones after a battle with cancer.

Carole is survived by brother; John Higgins-Biddle (Leslie), niece; Annie O’Dwyer (Mick), nephew; Marc Kapsalis, and grand nieces and nephews; Liam, Ella, Marcos, Caleb, Kate, Mark, and Molly.

She is predeceased in death by father, Arthur C. Biddle, mother, Elizabeth Peterson, and brother, Arthur J. Biddle (Donnie Jo).

Carole attended Drake University where she majored in Sociology. She worked in the real estate and mortgage industry for over 40 years as an escrow and mortgage closing specialist. For the last 25 years of her career, she worked for Midland Escrow Services where she was a valued member of the closing team and was truly an expert in her field. She will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege to work with her.

A celebration of life visitation for Carole will be held from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Saturday, October 28, 2023 at the Tavern Restaurant, 1755 50th Street in West Des Moines, Iowa. She will be laid to rest at Forest Hill Cemetery in Glen Ellyn, Illinois with her family.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to The Animal Rescue League of Iowa in her name.

Carole, your presence brought joy to all who had the privilege of knowing you. You will be deeply missed. Rest in peace.

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