Marla D. Terrell passed away on January 2, 2019, at home surrounded by family. A Celebration of life will be held Monday, January 7, 11 AM at Iles Funeral Homes Grandview Park Chapel 3211 Hubbell Des Moines.
Marla was born on March 27, 1942, in Cedar Falls, IA to Orville and Margaret (Hess) Gardalen. Marla married Don Terrell September 3, 1972 in Elk Point, South Dakota.
Marla and Don moved to Des Moines where they became business owners of Mattress Discounter of Des Moines for the last 33 years.
She was the proud mother of four beautiful daughters and enjoyed spending time with them going out to dinner and a movie whenever she could. Marla loved spending time with her dog "Buddy" and most of all her grandchildren. She liked to sew and do arts and crafts. Marla enjoyed working in her flower garden and playing Bunko.
Marla is survived by her husband Don; daughters Kim Baird-Duncan (Dennis), Lisa Bell, Brenda Baird, Michelle Vitiritto (Chad), 9 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents and two siblings.
In lieu of flower memorial contributions may be made to the Make a Wish Foundation.
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