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The Life of NEOMA MARY YANCY

Neoma M. Yancy, 97, passed away Tuesday, November 4, 2014 at Iowa Lutheran Hospital. She was born December 25, 1916 to Walter and Mary Matthews in Polo, Illinois.

Neoma was a seamstress for many years in Colorado. She enjoyed flowers and crocheting. Her greatest joy came from spending time with her family, especially her great-great granddaughter, Keera.

Neoma is survived by her son, Donald (Connie) Martindale, Jr.; grandchildren, Natalie Martindale and Donald Martindale III; great-grandchildren, Taylor and Trista Thomas; great-great granddaughter, Keera; one sister; and one brother.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Yancy; and nine siblings.

A graveside service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday, November 7, 2014 at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery, 1 NE 60th Avenue, Des Moines. Family will greet friends from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Ave, Des Moines.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Animal Rescue League in loving memory of Neoma.

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