Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
Dorothy Iverson Obituary
Des Moines
Dorothy L. Radley Iverson, 87, passed away on December 30, 2011, at Wesley Acres, Des Moines, Ia. A graveside service will be held Tuesday, January 3 at 10:30 a.m. at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens in Des Moines. Visitation will be held Monday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Merle Hay Funeral Home, 4400 Merle Hay Rd.
Dorothy was born May 19, 1924 in Pulaski, Ia. After moving several times, the family settled in Glidden, Iowa, where Dorothy graduated high school. She then attended American Institute of Business in Des Moines, after which she worked as a bookkeeper. In 1946, Dorothy married Delmar Iverson and moved to Rockford, Il, then to Sioux City, Ia. Dorothy and Delmar had two children, Karen Damerville and Ron Iverson. The family moved back to Des Moines in 1965.
In Des Moines, Dorothy worked for Greater Iowa Life Insurance Company, Continental Western Life Insurance and retired from Employers Modern Life in 1987. She worked as a clerical supervisor and underwriter.
Dorothy loved life and collecting everything from dolls to thimbles to Christmas trees and more, enjoying the socialization of the clubs associated with her treasures and bringing smiles as she shared.
Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents, Bertha and Thurlow Radley; her husband, Delmar Iverson; and son-in-law, Dan Damerville. She leaves behind brother, R. James (Virginia) Radley; her daughter, Karen Damerville; son Ron (Ellen) Iverson; five grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Memorials may be sent to Wesley Acres Gratuity Fund, 3520 Grand.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Dorothy Iverson
4 Entries
January 2, 2012
Dear Karen and family!
You must know,l Karen that the most treasured memory I have of Dorothy is when she made poodle skirts for us so we could go to the Buddy Holly tribute at the Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake. Of course, we had several "fittings" among all the talking (yes, the 3 of us were(are)MASTERS of talking) and last but not least....the laughter! We laughed so hard that the tears ran down our cheeks. Dorothy was an excellent steamstress and those poodle skirts were "PERFECT."
I loved Dorothy very much, and she was ALWAYS happy to see me. I only regret that I did not take the time to go see her! Therefore, the moral of the story is "take the time".....you will never regret it!
Karen, I know you will miss her, but she's now with your dad......and they are loving every minute of being together again.
You have my deepest sympathy!
Love you, sis!
Jan Ellis
Leslie, James, Justin, and Lexie Winnett
January 2, 2012
Dear Karen and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Dorothy was a wonderful lady.
With deepest sympathy,
Cyndi Lee
January 1, 2012
Ron and family,
My sincerest sympathies and prayers to all of you at this difficult time.
January 1, 2012
Karen & Ron, and families - our sympathies and thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. We are never ready for these things. Seems we are NOW the older generation.
Peace : Jan & John
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 results
Make a Donation
in Dorothy Iverson's name
Memorial Events
for Dorothy Iverson
How to support Dorothy's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Dorothy Iverson's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
