John William Molloy, Longtime Des Moines Resident, Passes Away at 101
Des Moines, Iowa – John William Molloy, a resident of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2026, at the age of 101. He was surrounded by family and a lifetime of cherished memories, according to an obituary published by Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home & Crematory.
Early Life and Background
Born on December 18, 1924, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, to John and Mary (McGinn) Molloy, he later returned to Weller following the loss of his father to tuberculosis. He was then raised by his mother and grandparents.
Military Service and Career
Molloy proudly served his country during the Korean War. Following his military service, he retired from the John Deere plant in Ankeny, Iowa.
Legacy and Family
The obituary highlights Molloy’s long and meaningful life, characterized by devotion to family, quiet strength and resilience. He witnessed significant changes throughout the 20th and 21st centuries even as remaining grounded in values of hard work, kindness, and love for his family.
Recent Passing of Teresa Moran, Related Family Member
In a separate, but related passing, Teresa Moran (née Molloy) of Claremorris, Co. Mayo, Ireland, passed away suddenly on March 20, 2026, surrounded by her family. Galway Bay FM reported that she was the mother of eleven children and a grandmother to 30 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, John, and her parents, Stephen and Mary Molloy.
Funeral Arrangements
Funeral arrangements for John William Molloy were handled by Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home & Crematory. Details regarding services can be found on their website.
Reposing for Teresa Moran will be at St. Coleman’s Funeral Home, Lower James Street, Claremorris F12R3W8 on Saturday evening the 21st March from 5p.m to 7p.m. Requiem Mass will be held on Sunday, March 22nd at 2p.m in St Michael’s Church, Taugheen, followed by burial in Taugheen New Cemetery. Donations in lieu of flowers can be made to the Irish Cancer Society c/o Summerville Funeral Directors Ballintubber.