Reverend John W. Acrea's obituary , Passed away on September 4, 2025 in West Des Moines, Iowa

Reverend John W. Acrea

September 4, 2025

West Des Moines, Iowa

Reverend John W. Acrea's obituary , Passed away on September 4, 2025 in West Des Moines, Iowa

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home & Crematory

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Reverend John W. Acrea

September 4, 2025

West Des Moines, Iowa

John W. Acrea Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of John W. Acrea of West Des Moines, Iowa, who passed away on September 4, 2025. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of John W. Acrea to pay them a last tribute.

In the vast expanse of eternity, John shall find rest, cradled in the arms of everlasting peace. And as we bid John farewell, his loved ones carry with them the precious gift of his memory, a beacon of hope guiding them through the shadows of sorrow towards the light of a new dawn.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Harry Acrea and Anne Acrea (Kirlin); and his sisters, Shirley Allen (Bill) and Beverley Acrea. He is survived by: his brothers, Mark Acrea and Harry Acrea (Joyce). He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Memorial contributions may be made in his name to Dowling Catholic High School.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home & Crematory



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Sep 11

Visitation

St. Joseph Chapel, Dowling Catholic High School
1400 Buffalo Rd, West Des Moines, IA 50265

Thu

Sep 11

Rosary

St. Joseph Chapel, Dowling Catholic High School
1400 Buffalo Rd, West Des Moines, IA 50265

Fri

Sep 12

Mass

Basilica of St. John
1915 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314

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