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Edward Miles Obituary
Des Moines - Dr. Edward "Doc" L. Miles, 84, passed away on January 16, 2018, from congestive heart failure.
Ed was born on August 12, 1933 in Des Moines. He was born to Milton and Lillian (Goldenson) Miles. He lived with his wife, Linda, in St. Charles.
Ed was educated at the U of I, Drake University, and College of Osteopathic Medicine, graduating in 1962 as a D.O. Doc enjoyed practicing medicine for 32 years.
Ed proudly served in the Medical Division of the U.S. Army, directly after high school. He then served in the Iowa National Guard as Army Surgeon, followed by the Iowa Air National Guard as State Flight Surgeon. Ed retired from the services as Brigadier General.
Ed is survived by his wife, Linda, and two daughters, Teri Miles; and Robyn (Scott) Cooper; Kyla (Bret) Cox; John (Marina) Findley; and Charlotte Findley. Ed enjoyed his grandchildren, Davis Cooper and Devin Cooper; Amanda Barach and her three children, Makayla, Elijah, and Maya; Nathan (Krista) Cox; Cazsh Poush; Kaitlin Findley; Salvador Findley; Maxine Findley; Steve Vasquez; Nicholas Findley. Ed was preceded in death by his father Milton; mother, Lillian; and brother, Morton Miles.
Ed's family will have a Celebration of Life to honor him in the near future. Call Merle Hay Funeral Home (515) 278-4633.
The family is requesting that in lieu of flowers, memorials be made to Mercy Hospice-Johnston at 5820 Winwood Drive, Johnston, Iowa 50131.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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January 24, 2019
Its been one year and it still is hard to believe you are gone. We all miss you so much and think about you daily. Love ya.
December 30, 2018
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Dad's old jeep
July 14, 2018
Dancing with dad
July 14, 2018
The good ol times
July 14, 2018
Ed trying a new hairstyle, did not last long
scott cooper
April 28, 2018
Really super proud Grandpa with Davis
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April 28, 2018
Super proud Grandpa with Davis
scott cooper
April 28, 2018
Ed's first selfie.....
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April 28, 2018
Camping in the cold with warm hearts
scott cooper
April 28, 2018
Another great daY
scott cooper
April 28, 2018
My best buddy
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April 28, 2018
Poppy and Robyn on one of her best days ever
Scott Cooper
April 28, 2018
Poppy and Devin enjoying life
Scott Cooper
April 28, 2018
Scott Cooper
April 28, 2018
One of the few people on the face of this planet that knows the true meaning of honesty
Joyce Kirkpatrick
April 12, 2018
My deepest sympathy for the entire family. Doc Miles was a kind soul.
Les Nation
April 8, 2018
I was a medic for Doc in Boone, IA for the army guard. So sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories of our time together.
Les Nation of Dexter, Iowa
Gail Zagoren
February 1, 2018
There will be light at the end of this dark tunnel
February 1, 2018
Dear Linda and family -
Allen and I were deeply saddened to hear about Ed. We have many fond memories of our days at Des Moines General and you and Ed in particular. Our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. May your wonderful memories serve you well during this difficult time.
Allen and Gail Zagoren
Marina Findley
January 30, 2018
We miss you Ed! You always in our Hearts !
Poppy and Davis smiling big
Scott Cooper
January 29, 2018
January 28, 2018
January 25, 2018
Eddie was always enjoyable to be with. Of the many things we enjoyed was riding many miles on our motorcycles in AZ and IA.
What a great cousin
Bruce
Angela Robbins
January 24, 2018
Love you, Uncle Ed. I will always have fond memories spending time with you and Nonnie (Linda) at your St. Charles home. Mom and I had so much fun visiting you two and Solo in Arizona. You made us breakfast every morning--the best!--and drove us to Tortilla Flats. We will miss you so much.
Lisa Manley
January 24, 2018
Ed was a very kind, knowledgeable, witty man. I will miss the good conversations with him.❤
Jim Cox
January 24, 2018
I have many fond memories of Doc Miles from time with the Air Guard as well as from visits to his office in St. Charles. My deepest sympathy goes out to his family.
linda miles
January 22, 2018
My dearest love, it has been 6 days since you left and my heart aches for you..
you will always and forever be the LOVE OF MY LIFE
I,m honored to have been your wife and best friend
Love Lindy
January 22, 2018
My condolences to your family during this difficult time. May the promise in 1 Thessalonians 4:14 comfort your family.
January 22, 2018
As you remember your beloved one, may our Father the God of peace give you comfort and peace in every way today, tomorrow, and always. Please accept my sincere condolences. Psalms 94:18-19 *
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