Robert James Toomey

Robert James Toomey, 81, passed away on January 15, 2026, at Lutheran Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa after a brief illness.

He was born August 12, 1944 to Leo and Ruth Toomey. He was the youngest of four boys.

Bob graduated from East High School in 1962. He was a hard worker and through the years worked for Forrest and Associates, Weitz Co., Iowa Electric Motor Service, the City of Des Moines and, at one time, owned his own Motor Repair Service.

Bob was an avid Hawkeyes fan and rarely missed watching sports events.

Robert is survived by his daughters, Melissa Elliott and Jeannie (Randy) Rivera; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; aunt, Dorothy; sisters-in-law, Marylou and Judy; and many beloved nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; step-father, John Wiebenga; brothers, Rich, Jerry, and Donnie Toomey; and son-in-law, Rick Elliott.

Bob will be remembered as friendly, kind hearted, and easy going. He will be missed by many.

The family will greet friends on Friday, January 30, 2026 from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street. Robert will be laid to rest at Laurel Hill Cemetery at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in loving memory of Robert.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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