John W. Grinstead's obituary , Passed away on October 4, 2025 in Des Moines, Iowa

John W. Grinstead

April 25, 1934 - October 4, 2025 (91 years old)

Des Moines, Iowa

John W. Grinstead's obituary , Passed away on October 4, 2025 in Des Moines, Iowa

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Hamilton Funeral Home

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John W. Grinstead

April 25, 1934 - October 4, 2025 (91 years old)

Des Moines, Iowa

John W. Grinstead Obituary

In loving memory of John W. Grinstead (Des Moines, Iowa), who departed this world on October 4, 2025 at the age of 91. John leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, William Grinstead and Anna Grinstead. He is survived by: his siblings, Sally (Honnold), Jeanette (Ballard), Jeanine (Harrington) and James; his wife Norma Sorensen; and his children, Linda Newsom (Jim), Susan Milliken (Bill), Geri Seiberling (Kevin) and Jason Grinstead (Mary). He is also survived by ten grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, October 12th 2025 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Hamilton's Funeral Home (605 Lyon St, Des Moines, IA 50309). A funeral service will be held on Monday, October 13th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the same location.

Memorials may be made to Runnells Christian Church 309 Brown Street, Runnells, IA 50237.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Hamilton Funeral Home



Sun

Oct 12

Visitation

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Hamilton's Funeral Home
605 Lyon St, Des Moines, IA 50309

Mon

Oct 13

Funeral service

1:00 PM

Hamilton's Funeral Home
605 Lyon St, Des Moines, IA 50309

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