Donald Dean Friar Obituary

We are sad to announce that on May 28, 2025, at the age of 98, Donald Dean Friar of Grimes, Iowa passed away. 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, Lester Friar and Gladys Thorpe Friar; and his siblings, Marjorie Young and Thorpe Friar. He is survived by: his wife Mary Lou; his children, Kathy Sandberg (Craig) of Overland Park, KS, Jean Boller (Tim) of Cedar Falls, IA and Alan Friar (Leslee Bright) of Baltimore, MD; his grandchildren, Nicholas Sandberg, Haley Sandberg and Michael Boller; and his niece Janel (Rich DeJoode). He is also survived by nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, we suggest a donation to First Presbyterian Church of Grimes.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Iles Funeral Homes

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June 21

Visitation

First Presbyterian Church of Grimes
410 SE 3rd St, Grimes, IA 50111

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June 21

Celebration of life

First Presbyterian Church of Grimes
410 SE 3rd St, Grimes, IA 50111

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June 21

Graveside service

Sunny Hill Cemetery
420 SE 6th St, Grimes, IA 50111

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