Joseph Gering, Jr.

Joseph “Joe” Gering, Jr., 89, passed away in Des Moines on September 13, 2024, at Methodist Hospital.

Joe was born on October 27, 1934, to Joseph and Charlotte (Keul) Gering in Des Moines, Iowa. He enjoyed watching sports, whether it be going to Lincoln High School games or watching professional sports, especially the Green Bay Packers. He also enjoyed playing cards and was always ready for a family card game. Joe especially loved the time he got to spend with his family.

Joe is survived by his wife, Judy Gladfelder; his daughter, Debbie (Bob) Harmeyer; his step-children, Mindy Jordan and Greg Gladfelder; his grandchildren, Brandon (Jen) Emerson, Josh Emerson, Nick Jordan, Travis Jordan, Annie Harmeyer, Sam Harmeyer, and Jeff Harmeyer; his great-grandchildren, Mackenzie Emerson and Carson Emerson; his seven step great-grandchildren; his sisters, Judy Bellizzi and JoAnn Slater; and his brother, Rick Gering.

Joe is preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Charlotte; his sisters, Virginia Foster and JoAnn Bird; and his brother, Leonard Gering.

Family will be greeting friends on Thursday, September 19, 2024, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home; 5400 SW 9th Street, Des Moines, Iowa.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Coast to Coast Dachshund Rescue in loving memory of Joe.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com

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