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Jordan Alexander Louis

1992 - 2013

Jordan Alexander Louis obituary, 1992-2013, West Des Moines, IA

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Jordan Louis Obituary

Jordan Alexander Louis

West Des Moines

Jordan Alexander Louis, 20, passed from this life on Tuesday, January 22, 2013. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, January 25, 2013, at Iles Funeral Homes-Dunn's Chapel in Des Moines. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, January 26, 2013, at Dunn's Chapel.

Jordan was born on October 28, 1992, in Des Moines, Iowa to Mark and Denise (Unruh) Louis. He graduated from Valley High School and was attending the University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls.

Jordan was a very kind, intelligent and caring person. He always brought a smile to anyone he met. He enjoyed watching college football, especially the Nebraska Cornhuskers.

Jordan will be missed by his parents, Mark and Denise Louis; sister, Jessica Louis; grandparents, Dennis (Diann) Unruh of Lincoln, NE and Jim (Sue) Louis of Carroll, IA; great grandmother Marie Speyer of Carroll, IA, and many uncles, aunts, cousins, good friends; and his dogs, Zoey and Gracie. Jordan was preceded in death by his great grandparents and cousin Brooks.

As an eye and tissue donor, Jordan, gave the gift of himself to others. Memorial contributions may be made to Animal Rescue League and/or Chris Norton Benefit Account. Online condolences may be sent to IlesCares.com.

Published by the Des Moines Register from Jan. 25 to Jan. 27, 2013.
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So incredibly sad to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and also with Dennis & Diann. So difficult to lose a child, talk to Berd & Roy. She called me yesterday. Love you

January 29, 2013

There are no words except to say that I am so, so sorry that you have to endure this unspeakable loss. Know that you are in our prayers and hearts. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you. The Carters (Josh, Daria, and G)

Daria Carter

January 28, 2013

May God bless your family at this time of great loss. We all will miss his cute face. May our God be with you. WDM Dental Center

January 28, 2013

Denise, my heart goes out to you and your family. May God have your hearts and hands during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Jana Morgan

January 28, 2013

My deepest sympathies, Jordan went to preschool with my daughter Lindsey. My thoughts and prayers are sincerely with you.

stacie calby

January 27, 2013

My deepestsympathy to your family.Jourdan was a very caring person and brought a smile to everyone around him.I will truly miss himI have the pleasure to work with him for the last three years.Your family will be in my prayers Karen Arends cook at Rialto UNI

January 26, 2013

Jordan was such a nice young man. We are so sorry for your loss. Kelly Lindaman and Alex Eaton

January 26, 2013

We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of great sorrow. From the Seymour family.

Sandy Seymour-Goudy

January 26, 2013

I'm so sorry for your loss. Jordon was such a nice young man and always gave of himself. My deepest sympathy to all of you. Sincerely, Nancy Klodt(cook at Rialto's Dining Center.

Nancy Klodt

January 25, 2013

Just wanted to say once again how very sorry I am for your loss I cannot imagine the pain you all are in at this time. I was glad I did get to meet Jordan very nice young Man and I was at least happy to pass my condolences on to you in person. May you have God's Speed and comfort at this very difficult time. Sincerely Henderson Thomas Custodian Noehren Hall UNI.

Henderson Thomas

January 25, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Steve, Lisa, Kaitlin & Mackenzie Haefner

January 25, 2013

May God be with you and your family and give you peace

Prayerfully

Candy Woodyard, Whitney

January 25, 2013

May the Lord bless you and hold you close in this difficult time.

Amy Clevenger

January 24, 2013

My deepest condolences to Louis family in this time of tragic loss. Our extended prayers will continue....

Jamie Chapman and family

January 24, 2013

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