Francis "Bud" J. Picray III's obituary , Passed away on January 20, 2025 in Des Moines, Iowa

Francis "Bud" J. Picray III

July 18, 1947 - January 20, 2025 (77 years old)

Des Moines, Iowa

Francis "Bud" J. Picray III's obituary , Passed away on January 20, 2025 in Des Moines, Iowa

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Hamilton Funeral Home

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Francis "Bud" J. Picray III

July 18, 1947 - January 20, 2025 (77 years old)

Des Moines, Iowa

Francis J. Picray III Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Francis J. Picray III (Des Moines, Iowa), who passed away on January 20, 2025, at the age of 77, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Francis J. Picray III to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Francis Joseph Picray Jr. and Mary Picray (Stephenson); his daughter Laura Ann Picray; his brother Michael Picray; his brother-in-law Gale Howarth; and his parents-in-law, Rodrick and Velda Howarth.

He is survived by: his significant other Lois Picray; his daughters, Jennifer Murphy and Susan Crimmins (Randy); his grandchildren, Tommy, Molly, Ailish, Patrick Murphy, Piper and Abigail Crimmins; his siblings, David Picray and Kathy Simpson; and his siblings-in-law, Lucy Howarth and Dean Howarth (Margy). He is also survived by nieces, nephews, other extended family.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be directed to the family in loving memory of Bud.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Hamilton Funeral Home



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Jan 27

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Hamilton's Funeral Home
605 Lyon St, Des Moines, IA 50309

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Jan 28

Funeral service

Hamilton's Funeral Home
605 Lyon St, Des Moines, IA 50309

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Jan 28

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Iowa Veterans Cemetery

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