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William Edward "Bill" Veach

FUNERAL HOME

Sunset Memorial Chapel - Des Moines

7601 Fleur Dr.

Des Moines, Iowa

William Veach Obituary

William "Bill" Edward Veach

Johnston

William "Bill" Veach, 84, passed away Tuesday afternoon, April 1, 2014. Bill was born on August 13, 1929 as the first child to Arthur and Virginia "Vergie" Veach in Des Moines, IA.

Bill was co-owner of Veach's East Side Fish Market for 38 years. He was a charter member of Veitch Historical Society and was proud of his Scottish heritage.

Bill is survived by Opal, his wife; his son, Billy (Heidi) Veach; grandsons, Clayton (Erika) and Jordan (Natalie) Veach and great-granddaughters, Klarissa Kay and Amilya Ruth, Lillyann Ruth and Rosetta Lou of Des Moines. Also surviving are his sister, Betty (Dick) O'Neall of Urbandale and brother, David (Mona) Veach of Carlisle; step-daughters, Rita (Doug) John of Lees Summit, MO, Connie Puderbaugh (Don Basso) of Carmel, IN, and Beth Puderbaugh of Des Moines and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Patricia Ann Veach; his parents, Arthur and Vergie Veach; brothers, Charles and Melvin Veach and sisters, Roberta Boelter and Wanda Grove.

Bill wrote on his birthday in 2007…"I know that Patricia Ann's soul is with our Lord today, waiting for ours to be with her. Gee, I sure miss her."

Per his wishes, Bill was cremated and his ashes will be interred with his daughter, Patricia Ann Veach.

Funeral services will be 2 p.m., Friday, April 4, 2014 at Brooks South Town Chapel, 7601 Fleur Drive with burial and military honors at Sunset Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service, beginning at 1 p.m. Condolences may be left at www.brooksfuneralcare.com.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the family or to Mercy Hospice in Johnston.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by the Des Moines Register from Apr. 3 to Apr. 6, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for William Veach

16 Entries

Patricia John

April 1, 2020

I went to Jr. High as well as High School with Bill, having to do his funeral online is devastating. I hope the family knows how many people are remembering him & praying that everyone keeps themselves safe during this rage on our nation. He will be missed

March 30, 2015

Bill and family, my thoughts and prayers remain with you all on this, the anniversary of your dad's passing. We all know that he is in such a beautiful place, thanks to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Our loss on earth is the hardest part. God Bless you all.
With love,
Donna & Jim Burright

Roger and Karen Britt

April 8, 2014

I could not get the 'candle to light' when I submitted our message...I will add another message. The East side Fish Market is still a memory in my mind. Arthur Veach would bring fish many times to my parents John & Virginia Evans' home when we had a lot of people in - which was pretty often back in the 50's. We have great memories of all of your family.

Karen & Roger Britt

April 8, 2014

So sorry to read this. The Veach family (even though we have not keep in touch in recent years) were & will always be like family to us (John Evans Family.) Growing up together in the same neighborhood all those years has given us all the true meaning of friendship. Blessings to all of you.

Barbara Puetz

April 5, 2014

My condolences to the Veach family. I was a customer for many years at the Eastside fish market. I remember your Dad fondly and his wonderful fish and cooking.

Bob OHara

April 5, 2014

My heart goes out to your family for your loss. East Side Fish Market is still fresh in my mind. The fresh fish couldn't be beat and Dave's special sandwich...yum. Mr Beach always had a,kind word for his customers. RIP, you done good

Bob OHara

April 5, 2014

Best fresh fish in town and Dave's special sandwich could not be beat. The legend of East Side Fish Market still lives. Job well done Mr Beach, RIP

Steve Hewitt

April 5, 2014

Billy, I am sorry to hear of your fathers passing. Know that you and your family are in my prayers.

Glenys & Marty Earle

April 4, 2014

Billy and Family,
So sorry to hear the news of your Dad.
Take care,
Glenys & Marty Earle

Patricia John

April 4, 2014

I went to Junior High & High school with Bill. I have never forgotten the good times we all had. I will hold all of you in my prayers knowing that his loss is not an easy thing. God bless all of you.

Jim and Donna Burright

April 4, 2014

Billy, Heidi, and families; Our thoughts and prayers have been with you and will remain with your during this sad time.

Love;
Jim, Donna and family

Mike Chambers

April 4, 2014

Billy and family- so sorry for the loss, my thoughts and prayers are with everyone! SO mant great memories of the "fish market"

Mark,kristi Gering. (Charles Berst family)

April 3, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Veach family .

Brenda Caster

April 3, 2014

Bill, Heidi and family, I am sorry for the loss of your dad. It is hard to lose a parent no matter how old we are. I do believe Bill and Patricia are now happily together. You know I love you both. Brenda

Kay Gable-Fargo

April 3, 2014

I feel sad for your loss. Tricia and I were best friends. Girl Scouts, Sleep overs, Sunday School and Maple Grove Elementary. My thoughts have drifted toward the Veach family many times over the years. God Speed Bill to Tricia's side. My heart is with you all. Kay (Gable) Fargo

Laurie Fleming

April 3, 2014

My thoughts & prayers are with you all. I have so many fond memories of Uncle Bill & one of my favorites was going to the fish market & getting to play with the cash register & Uncle Bill would always make me my favorite - Fried Shrimp!! You are finally with Patricia resting in the arms of our Lord.

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