Francis Edward Carman Obituary in Ankeny at Memorial Services of Iowa

Obituary For Francis Edward Carman

Francis Edward Carman passed peacefully from this life into the loving arms of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on October 25, 2026, at the age of 100, while in the care of Lone Tree Health Care Center. A memorial service will be held at Lone Tree Health Care Center in the near future.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm on Monday, November 16, 2026, at Memorial Services of Iowa (4208 N. Ankeny Blvd). Visitation will be held an hour prior to the service from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. A graveside service will follow at Ankeny Memorial Gardens.

Francis will be lovingly remembered by his daughters, Rhonda (Mike) Brouillet and Diann (Elwyn) Pearson; and his stepchildren from his marriage to Billie Carman, David Scanlan, Dennis Small, and Debbie Small, whom he loved as his own. He also leaves behind his cherished grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren.

Born into the Carman family in Elkhart, Iowa, Francis made his home over the years in Ankeny, Iowa; Escondido, California; Mountain Home, Arkansas; and Lone Tree, Iowa. He proudly served in the United States Army during World War II, stationed in the Philippines. Following many years of dedicated work, he retired from the John Deere plant in Ankeny, Iowa.

Francis was an avid fan of the St. Louis Cardinals and enjoyed gathering with family over a good meal. He had a playful spirit and loved to tease, bringing laughter and his own special personality to the moments shared with those he loved. Francis and his beloved wife, Billie, shared a love of travel and cruising, enjoying adventures that took them to many places around the world.

Francis’ love and the memories made with him will be treasured in the hearts of those who knew and loved him for generations to come

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