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John Eich Obituary
West Des Moines - John Steven Eich, 44, passed away August 31, 2019. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday, September 7, 2019 at McLaren's Chapel in West Des Moines with burial at Ankeny Memorial Gardens at a later date. Visitation will from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday at McLaren's.
John was born June 29, 1975 in Des Moines and graduated from Valley High School. He was a journeyman carpenter for the Local 106 in Des Moines.
John is survived by his wife, Jeni; children, Steven, Parker, and Hayden; mother, Doris (Jeff) Eich-Smouse; sisters, Stephanie Eich and Sara (Jason) Stevens; brother, Jordan Wheeler; and brother-in-law, Taylor Caldwell. He was preceded in death by his father, Steve; grandparents; and beloved friend, Cory Hart.
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September 5, 2019
Jenny,
My heart breaks for you and your boys. Please know I'm thinking about you and your family.
Ann Marie Moreno
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Fury Family
September 4, 2019
Praying for comfort & strength for the family.
Martha Wilson
September 4, 2019
I was sad to see this posting. Prayers of strength to you and the boys. ❤
Jennifer Witt
September 4, 2019
I am so sorry to learn of your passing.
My thoughts and prayers are with your spouse, children, sister and mom. May you treasure the memories that you share of your time with him. May his love for each of you live on in each of your hearts now and forever.
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4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
McLaren’s Resthaven Chapel & Mortuary & Resthaven Cemetery801 19th Street, West Des Moines, IA 50265
Sep
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10:00 a.m.
McLaren’s Resthaven Chapel & Mortuary & Resthaven Cemetery801 19th Street, West Des Moines, IA 50265
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