Joyce Groom Obituary

We are sad to announce that on March 2, 2026 we had to say goodbye to Joyce Groom of Panora, Iowa. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Wayne Stephenson and Ruby Stephenson (Tibben); her son Richard "Rick" Jr.; and her brother-in-law John Clark. She is survived by: her husband Dick; her son Jon (Carmen); her grandchildren, Richard "Rick" Groom III (Stephanie), Tanya Foster (Nick), Dallas Groom (Amanda) and Nathan; her great grandchildren, Mitch Foster, Kennedy Foster, Olivia Groom, Hattie Foster, Anna Groom, Nash Foster, Coen Foster and Asher Groom; and her sisters, Janice Clark of Johnston and Jolene Schmidt (Rod) of Waukee. She is also survived by cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Visitation was held on Sunday, March 8th 2026 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Hendersons Funeral & Cremation Care (3500 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313). A graveside service will be held on Monday, March 9th 2026 from 12:00 PM to 12:15 PM at 1550 48th St, Des Moines, IA 50311. A funeral service will be held on Monday, March 9th 2026 at the Hendersons Funeral & Cremation Care (3500 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313).