William "Bill" Leroy Raffensperger's obituary , Passed away on May 9, 2025 in Des Moines, Iowa

William "Bill" Leroy Raffensperger

February 8, 1950 - May 9, 2025 (75 years old)

Des Moines, Iowa

William "Bill" Leroy Raffensperger's obituary , Passed away on May 9, 2025 in Des Moines, Iowa

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Hamilton Funeral Home

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William "Bill" Leroy Raffensperger

February 8, 1950 - May 9, 2025 (75 years old)

Des Moines, Iowa

William Leroy Raffensperger Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate William Leroy Raffensperger (Des Moines, Iowa), born in Stuart, Iowa, whose life came to an end on May 9, 2025 at the age of 75, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, James Raffensperger and Marian Raffensperger; his siblings, James Raffensperger and Sheryl VanZandt; and his stepchildren, Steven Farnsworth and Jodi Thomas.

He is survived by: his wife Carole Ellis; his daughter Megan Raffensperger (Brian); his grandchildren, Gavin and Vivian; his stepdaughters, Dawn Ellis (John) and Kristen Ellis (Andrew); his brother-in-law Don VanZandt; his nieces, Shanna and Stacey; and his close friends, Bill Kingery, Larry Cox, Rusty Beebe, Skip Howard and Bob Peterson.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Hamilton Funeral Home



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