Jeannette E. Boltinghouse

Jeannette E. Boltinghouse obituary, Des Moines, IA

Jeannette E. Boltinghouse

Jeannette Boltinghouse Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Iles Dunn’s Funeral Home on Apr. 8, 2024.

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Jeannette E. Boltinghouse, 98, died Tuesday, April 2, 2024 at the Iowa Jewish Senior Life Center. Funeral services will be 11 am Friday, April 12, 2024 at Iles Westover Chapel where the family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow at Masonic Cemetery.
Jeannette was born January 15, 1926 to Cecil and Nellie Wright in Leon, Iowa. The family moved to Des Moines in 1931 and Jeannette spent the rest of her life in Des Moines. After graduating High School she worked full time for the Des Moines Public School System as administrative assistant until her retirement. In 1978, Jeannette was united in marriage to Gail Boltinghouse.
Jeannette was an active member of the Order of the Eastern Star and Daughters of the Nile.
Survivors include her daughter, Jo Ellen Aduddell of Des Moines; grandchildren: Andrew Getman and Kathryn "Katy" Getman. Jeannette was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Gail.
Memorial contributions may be made to Acanthus Order of the Eastern Star.
Online condolences are welcome at www.IlesCares.com
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