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1922
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2014
WyJean Chumbley Obituary
Pleasant Hill
WyJean E. Chumbley, 92, of 5170 Cottage Dr. died peacefully at home on Sunday, May 18th. There will be a Memorial Service on May 31st at 11:00 a.m. at the Elks Lodge in Pleasant Hill.
WyJean was born in Newton and spent the last 65 years living in the Des Moines area.
Survivors include two sons: Mickey(Linda) of Des Moines and Ted of Dubuque; two daughters: Judy(Dave) Renfrow of Knoxville and Connie(Jesse) Uhl of Pleasant Hill; five grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Roy, parents; Emery and Mary Jane Dougherty, brother, Francis Dougherty and granddaughter Jessica Lynn.
In lieu of flowers, please direct memorials to the family for a charity to be selected at a later date.
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MaryBeth Lloyd
May 17, 2020
Sweet Mom of one of my friends. So much time spent under her roof and taking me on trips with them. How I loved that family. Some folks you never stop missing and reliving the memories. ❤
MaryBeth Lloyd
May 17, 2019
I spent countless hours at this womans home. Always welcoming and making me feel loved. This family took me camping with them and made me feel part of the family. Some of my best childhood memories are with this family. Judy and I shared so many summers as only best friends could.
MaryBeth Lloyd
May 29, 2014
What a surprise and shock to see your Mom's obituary in the paper this past Sunday. I have so many fond memories of time spent at your house when we were growing up. Of course, your Dad would ALWAYS ask me when I was going to grow up. That still makes me smile today. I hope that I get to see you and spend a little time with you Saturday. Have not seen you since your Dad's funeral. That is just not right. Love to you Judy; Mickey; Connie; and Ted. Your Mother will be missed for sure. Can't pass the house on E. 29th and Wedgewood without bringing back thoughts and memories of years gone by.
Virginia Wheeldon
May 25, 2014
Judy and family, My deepest sympathy at the loss of your mom. I was thinking about her just a few days before she passed. I always enjoyed talking with her and your dad. I know how much you will miss her. I know how often I remember my mom who has been gone 20 years. I know questions will always pop up that only mom could answer.
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Kalina Maxwell
May 23, 2014
Connie,
I am so sorry to learn of your mom's recent passing. You and your family are in my deepest thoughts and prayers.
Dave & Judy Renfrow
May 22, 2014
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
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