lved shoes). He was a compassionate, intelligent man and we will honor his memory by taking the slow road, stopping to smell the flowers, squishing our toes in the mud, and enjoying a tall drink among friends. Visitation will be Sunday, April 15, 2018 from 3 - 5 pm at Westover Iles Funeral Home, Des Moines, Iowa. Funeral services will be 12:00 pm, Monday, April 16, 2018 at the Basilica of St. John, Des Moines, Iowa. Memorial Contributions may be made to Puppy Jake or the Basilica of St. John. ARRANGEMENTS BY ILES ~ WESTOVER CHAPEL. To send flowers or a remembrance gift to the family of John Israel, please visit our Tribute Store. To read the full obituary, please click here: http://www.ilesfuneralhomes.com/obituary/John-Israel/Des-Moines-Iowa/1791189