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James Lansing Obituary
Of Des Moines, Iowa
James Lansing, age 51, passed away on February 8, 2017. He was born on May 22, 1965.
James graduated from Roosevelt High School and attended Drake University. He remained a life-long Des Moines resident and worked for Nationwide. James loved to volunteer at Camp Hertko Hollow, a camp for diabetic children. He was very social and loved surrounding himself around friends and family, especially his nieces and nephew.
Those left to cherish his memory include his partner of 30 years, Joe Reynolds; mother, Barbara Lansing; brother, Tom (Lisa) Lansing; nieces and nephew, Melinda (Josh), Tommy (Ramolaa), and Amanda; and many friends and extended family.
James was preceded in death by his father, Guy "Paul" Lansing.
Visitation will be held at 2:00 to 5:00 p.m., Saturday, February 18, 2017, at Hamilton's Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines. Memorials may be directed to Camp Hertko Hollow in memory of James.
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Greg Delamore
February 14, 2017
Jim will be missed, his friendly smile and welcoming manner. Great neighbors and friends.
February 13, 2017
Jim was one of my parishioners as a youth at St. John's Lutheran church when I was a Pastor there. He was a fun and solid youth that I admired and loved. God has received him with open loving arms. Of that I am sure! - Rev. Doctor Jerry L. Schmalenberger
Steve Kahler
February 13, 2017
So sorry to hear the sad news of Jim's passing. He was a great guy, and will be missed be everyone that knew him. Rest in Peace.
Jodi Valencia-Quezada
February 12, 2017
Rest In Peace Jim!
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