Iles Westover Funeral HomeObituaries · Des Moines, IA

Iles Funeral Homes operates multiple chapels in the Des Moines area, each varying in size with distinct décor and updated technology to accommodate live-streaming for virtual guests. The funeral home's staff is divided into specialized teams: a Care Center Team that handles preparation of the deceased and an Arranging Team that guides families through service planning. Many staff members have over 10 years of experience as licensed funeral directors.

The funeral home maintains an in-house graphic design department that creates customized printed materials for each service, including memorial folders with photographs and biographical information, personalized acknowledgement cards, and custom register books with photo editing and enlargement services. Families can choose from traditional funeral services including viewings, chapel or church ceremonies, and graveside services, with an emphasis on personalizing each service with photographs and mementos that reflect the individual's life.