Cathy Custer Obituary
Catherine A. Custer, age 67, of West Des Moines, Iowa; passed away Wednesday, January 28, 2026 in Des Moines, Iowa.
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Ernst Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Waukee has been entrusted with Cathy's final arrangements.
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80 NE Dartmoor Drive, Waukee, IA 50263
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