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Gerry Kenneth Downs

Birth	:	17 Jul 1952 Marshalltown, Marshall County, Iowa, USA
Death	:	15 Nov 2021 Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Maple Hill Cemetery, Montour, Tama County, USA
Coordinate	:	41.9756012, -92.7069016
Description	:	Gerry K. Downs, 69, of Marshalltown, Iowa transferred into the arms of his Savior on Monday, November 15, 2021, following a short illness, with his wife, family, and Pastor Jacob and Pastor Dillon of Journey Church by his side. Celebration of Life at Journey Church in Marshalltown. Burial in Maple Hill Cemetery in Montour, Iowa. Gerry Kenneth Downs was born on July 17, 1952, the son of Gerald M. and Donna (Dunham) Downs in Marshalltown, Iowa. He spent his early years in Montour, Iowa where the family lived. His family later moved to Marshalltown where he grew up... Read More	Gerry K. Downs, 69, of Marshalltown, Iowa transferred into the arms of his Savior on Monday, November 15, 2021, following a short illness, with his wife, family, and Pastor Jacob and Pastor Dillon of Journey Church by his side. Celebration of Life at Journey Church in Marshalltown. Burial in Maple Hill Cemetery in Montour, Iowa. Gerry Kenneth Downs was born on July 17, 1952, the son of Gerald M. and Donna (Dunham) Downs in Marshalltown, Iowa. He spent his early years in Montour, Iowa where the family lived. His family later moved to Marshalltown where he grew up working in the family's business of Downs Painting and Decorating, painting alongside his dad and brothers. He later accepted employment at Marshalltown Community School District in the Buildings and Grounds department, retiring in 2015, after 30 years of service. Gerry met Debi at the House of Agape /Lighthouse youth ministries house. They began their dating years by attending Bible studies, witnessing for Jesus, distributing Bibles, and riding their bicycles together. Gerry graduated from Marshalltown High School, Class of 1971, and was "born again" that same year when he believed, in faith, John 3:16. Gerry and Debi were married at the First Baptist Temple on November 10, 1973. Just as Gerry was justified, "adopted" through the grace of God as a believer into the family of God, he had a passionate heart to provide a home for a child without a family. He and Debi researched this possibility, chose a Korean "Baby Home" for adoption, and chose their precious, firstborn daughter, 7 month-old, Autumn Jule Ewing Downs. Levi Meling Kenneth Downs was warmly welcomed as their second adopted child from Korea, and then born to this union was their beloved, Summer Jean Lela Downs. Together with Debi, his wife of 48 years, they enjoyed spending time with their children and grandchildren, and nothing made him happier than taking his grandchildren out on his boat to fish. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, and thought of his son-in-laws as his own sons. Always a thoughtful and kind person, Gerry ordered a dozen red roses to be delivered as a surprise to his wife on their 48th anniversary, while in the hospital fighting his illness. He enjoyed gardening, spending time outdoors cutting wood in the family's timberland, and was a handyman, completely remodeling their first home. He made the best homemade eggrolls. He was a member of Journey Church, where he served as an usher, greatly enjoyed his men's weekly Bible study, and was a Life Group member. Prayer and the Bible were part of his daily life. He had a patient heart for people with special needs and disabilities, cared about and loved people, and could be found praying with and encouraging staff during his last weeks in the hospital. Survivors include his wife, Debi; and his children, Autumn (Zach) Smith, of West Des Moines, Levi Downs, of Marshalltown, and Summer (Evan) Hoyt of Norwalk; grandchildren, Noah and Lena Smith, and Freja and Wilder Hoyt; siblings, Dr. Richard (Colette) Downs of Dubuque, Jim (Marilyn) Downs, Cindy (Joe) Mummert; sister-in-law, Judy Downs (Mike) O'Hara; mother-in-law, Vergie Ewing Colt; brother-in-laws, Ken (Nita) Ewing, of Jewell, and Doug Ewing, of Story City; sister-in-law, Diane (Ewing) Speas, of Marshalltown; and extended family. Gerry was preceded in death by his parents, Jerry and Donna Downs; father-in-law, Jim Ewing; brother, John Downs; and grandparents, Earl and Clara Downs of Montour, and Kenneth and Lela Dunham of Marshalltown. Jesus said... "I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live, and everyone who lives and believes in me shall never die." Source: Anderson Funeral Homes in Marshalltown.

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Where is Gerry Kenneth Downs's memorial?
Gerry Kenneth Downs's memorial is located at: Maple Hill Cemetery, Montour, Tama County, USA.
When did Gerry Kenneth Downs death?
Gerry Kenneth Downs death on 15 Nov 2021 in Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Gerry Kenneth Downs's memorial?
Latitude: 41.9756012
Longitude: -92.7069016

Family Members:

Parent

Gerald Meling “Jerry” Downs

(1926 - 2019)

Donna J Dunham Downs

(1929 - 2016)

Siblings

John R. Downs

(1954 - 2008)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Maple Hill Cemetery
Montour, Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9756012, -92.7069016

2. Rouse Cemetery
Montour, Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9967003, -92.6875000

3. Butlerville Cemetery
Tama, Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9973000, -92.7300000

4. McIntosh Cemetery
Tama, Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9868890, -92.6453060

5. West Cemetery
Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9749985, -92.6306000

6. Stavanger Friends Cemetery
Le Grand, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9673500, -92.7858000

7. Meskwaki Cemetery
Tama, Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9730988, -92.6256027

8. Strand Lutheran Cemetery
Dunbar, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9420433, -92.7793467

9. Friends Cemetery
Le Grand, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0062000, -92.7856000

10. Turner Cemetery
Garwin, Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0355988, -92.6691971

11. Pleasant Hill Cemetery
Le Grand, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0210991, -92.7758026

12. Croskrey Cemetery
Tama, Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9401000, -92.6242500

13. Mattingly Cemetery
Garwin, Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0527000, -92.6984000

14. Dobson Cemetery
Garwin, Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0527344, -92.7479553

15. Dodson Cemetery
Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0527992, -92.7478027

16. Korns Cemetery
Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 41.8918991, -92.6941986

17. Trinity Lutheran Cemetery
Dillon, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9650002, -92.8227997

18. Saint Patricks Cemetery
Tama, Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9789009, -92.5757980

19. Woodlawn Cemetery
Toledo, Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9866982, -92.5699997

20. Maple Grove Cemetery
Tama, Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 41.8913994, -92.6268997

21. Bowles Cemetery
Green Mountain, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0493147, -92.8053903

22. Rock Creek Cemetery
Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0793991, -92.7283020

23. Rock Valley Cemetery
Le Grand, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0078011, -92.8452988

24. Prairie View Cemetery
Gilman, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 41.8871710, -92.7961460