BORN

1961

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

McLarens Resthaven Chapel & Mortuary

801 19th Street

West Des Moines, Iowa

Joe Aeschliman Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 6, 2013.

Joe Aeschliman
West Des Moines

Joseph Aeschliman, 52, passed away on Tuesday, November 5, 2013 at Mercy Hospice in Johnston. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Friday, November 8 at McLaren's Chapel with burial at Jordan Cemetery in West Des Moines.

Joseph was born September 10, 1961 in Des Moines to Joseph and Jane Aeschliman. He graduated from Valley High School in 1980. Joe married Christy Markel on April 15, 1983. Joe started the family business, Valley Pool and Hot Tubs in West Des Moines 24 years ago, was a member of the Association of Pool and Spa Professionals and Iowa Trappers Association (Minnow). He enjoyed trapping, hunting, fishing, building bird houses and swimming pools, and spending time with his children and grandchildren.

Joseph is survived by his wife, Christy of West Des Moines; five sons, Michael (Amy), Joshua (Katie), Jonathan (Heather), Matthew and Mark; seven grandchildren, Sophia, Scarlett, Ryder, Kalijha, Samuel, Leo, and Joseph (on the way); mother, Jane (Richard) Larson; brother, Jim (Andrea); sister, Janeen (Chuck) Cox; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Carter Aeschliman Jr.

Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be directed to Iowa Trappers Association.

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December 3, 2013

Dave Suther

Aeschliman Family,

I am so sorry for your loss. Joe was a great man and I will always remember his energetic personality and smile. He will be very missed by all who knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

November 16, 2013

katie beghtel

Christy, Mike, Josh, Jon, Matt and Mark and all the rest of the family...I am so very sorry for your loss! I loved working with Joe. He was quite a guy. Ill never forget the way he greeted me every morning when I would walk into the store. Much love, thoughts and prayers to you all.

November 11, 2013

Jim & Sue Marek

Dear Christy & Family,

We are so sorry for about Joe's passing.

I will never forget the time when Joe came over to our house to provide a cost for our pool. I immediately recognized him as one of my Valley HS classmates...but he did not recognize me at first. He said, "Hi, I am Joe the Pool Guy" and I am here for our appointment". I said, "You graduated from Valley HS in 1980, didn't you"! He looked at me astonished, as I told him how I remembered him from that era. We quickly became friends, and he and his team built our pool (summer of 2006).

Our best condolences to Christy and family! Joe will be be missed!

November 11, 2013

Janie, Christy and Family--I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of Joe-I knew him well as a Kid, as my daughter grew up with him in childhood. Joe was "one of our Family". Christy, I have never met you, but I have heard many praises from Janie about the wonderful care you gave to Joe, and for that everyone is so grateful. All of you have my deepest sympathy, Love to all, Sheryl Sheeder-Engebretson, Albany, Wisconsin.

November 10, 2013

Emily Garlock Dickenson

Christy and Family,
I am so sad to hear about your loss. Joe was awesome and always made me smile. He put our pool in and was super to work with all of these years. My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family.

November 9, 2013

I will miss him more than words can say. His amazing way of talking to people was truly a gift. My deepest sympathies to the entire family, especially the grandchildren. May his spirit live on so that they will know him as we do. The Pool God is at rest now.

November 8, 2013

Mark & Lorraine Beard

Christy and family,

We are so saddened to hear about your loss. I first met Joe 10 years ago when he worked with us on our new pool. I remember him telling me that he had the best job in the world because he was always giving people enjoyment and fun. It was sure easy to see just how much he loved his career. I'll miss seeing him at the store and chatting with him. He was always wearing a smile and was a pleasure to deal with. Such a nice person. Again we're so sorry for your loss.

November 8, 2013

We are sad to learn of Joe's passing and the loss to Christy and the boys. Condolences, also, to cousin Jane Larson; a parent should not have to lose a child. God is gracious and we pray He will bless your hearts and souls in your sadness. Jerry and Judie Ulin

November 8, 2013

Rob Viergutz

I'm so sorry to here about Joe's passing. The first time I met Joe was on a job site. We talked about the pool he was working on. Soon the conversation turned to outdoor sports. Fishing,hunting and trapping. We talked for about an hour and I really enjoyed his company. Joe always treated me with respect and I was very comfortable calling on him when it came to work. I'm sure anyone who knew him will miss him very much. I know the family will carry on his good name and I'm sure he would be proud of them.

November 7, 2013

Christy, Mike,Josh,John,Matt&Mark

It was a Sad Day when i first heard abot Joe's cancer. It was a Sad Day when Joe Passed.
My Thoughts & Prayers are with All of You.
The Swimming Pool Bussiness Lost a Good One.
May God Bless your Entire Family.

November 7, 2013

Don Dauterive

Our hearts are aching so much for all if you. We are so fortunate that Joe made himself, Christy and children part of our family. He was a good man, proud father, a good businessman! He was a caring cousin and we will miss him dearly. Love to all of you aunt Jane, Jimmy, Janeen, Christy and boys.

November 7, 2013

Theresa (Larson) Scarpino

Janeen, So sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

November 7, 2013

Christi and family, You are all in our prayers.......Most always remember Joe's beautiful smile.....God bless....
The Collins Family

November 7, 2013

Joe was the kindest, gentlest person. Honest, caring, and a loving relative. Aunt Jane, My heart is with you, and your all of the family.

November 7, 2013

A. J. Molina

I am saddened to hear about Joe. My deepest sympathy to the family.

November 7, 2013

So sorry to hear about Joe. He was a very wonderful man and the lakeview family is saddened by the loss. Hope all of the fam can find comfort in each other during this time.

November 7, 2013

Kim Gilbert

Jane and family, So sorry to hear of Joe's passing. Prayers that God gives you peace and comfort during this difficult time.

November 7, 2013

Rosalie Heaton

Christy and Family...I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Joe thru my husband Jeff(God rest his soul)Joe was the best man at our wedding. He loved the time that he spent working for Joe. They are together in Heaven now.

November 7, 2013

Brad Schneider

I would like extend my deepest sympathies to the entire family.

November 7, 2013

Mario Alba

Our deepest sympathies to the Aeschliman family. He was very well respected.

November 7, 2013

Christy and Family...Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family in this difficult time. We only knew Joe through your Valley Pool but he always made everyone feel like they were a friend. He will be missed.
Bob and Lori Etzel

November 7, 2013

Brenda Lundgren

I have fond memories of Joe and his family from when we were teens and attending the same church... What a young age to be losing him. My thoughts and prayers are with your family as you work your way through this time of sorrow... R.I.P. Joe.

November 7, 2013

My deepest sympathy to the family at his time. Thoughts and prayers.
Charlotte Douglas, Ankeny, Iowa

November 7, 2013

Kevin and Connie (Coldiron) Johnson

Christy and Family.......sending you much LOVE today and always. Joe was such a wonderful friend to all who had the pleasure of truly knowing him. I'm not afraid of dying and going to heaven now, because I know there will be a wonderful pool, hot tub and good friends like Joe up there.

November 7, 2013

John and Terry Gamble

To the entire family, we send our sincere condolences. Our thought and prayers are with as you mourn the loss of your husband, father, and grandfather.

November 7, 2013

Julie Harvey

My thoughts and prayers are with the Aeschliman family. Joe was such a good person. He was so positive and fun to work with, and he build the best pools! He will be missed but not forgotten. My deepest sympathy to Christy and the entire family.

November 7, 2013

Willa (Ries) Miller

May God provide you comfort in this tough time. I know that Joe and my husband, Mark, are getting reacquainted in the presence of the Savior.

November 7, 2013

Dave & Sharon Mullin

May God comfort you all in this your darkest hour. Thoughts and prayers coming your way - may it help to know others share the pain you are going through during this time. So sorry for your loss. Dave & Sharon Mullin, Mitchellville, Iowa.

November 7, 2013

Andy Wilkerson

Thinking of long ago Trapping on the Raccoon River. My prayers to the family. God Bless in this time of sorrow.

November 7, 2013

MIKE MUIRPOOLS

My prayers go out to the Family and Friends Joe was a good man SORE WITH THE EAGELS AND REST WITH THE ANGELS MY BROTHER

November 7, 2013

Charles West

My thoughts and prayers for the family. Sorry for your loss

November 7, 2013

Cindy Foresman

I watched Joe fight for every day with his wife(my sister) and his five boys. He endured so much pain and suffering for a year, just to pour everything he had into his relationship with his wife and 5 sons. What a brave, determined man, willing to suffer and sacrifice for his family.He did amazing work in many lives the last year of his life. It is an honor to have had him for a brother-in-law these last 30 years.Christy, Mike, Josh, Matt,Jon,Mark, and Jane and Jim, and Jeneene, we will have eternity together,don't forget to bring your swimsuit!!!

November 7, 2013

Debbie & Steve Kromrey

God has you in His capable hands now. No more pain and suffering. Prayers for family and friends for comfort and strength.

Debbie & Steve Kromrey

November 7, 2013

Becky O'Connell

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Joe's family. He was a wonder man always seemed to be smiling and happy. God received another angel!!

November 7, 2013

Tom Rogers

Staying the night at the Aeschliman's as a kid was always fun. Joe used to stay up and let us watch the Letterman show with him. I never laughed as hard as when he did.
I still remember when he showed me the Elephant gun that was epitome of the collection. Heaven is a better place now.

November 7, 2013

Lynn Axtell Jones

I will miss you, always so quick with a smile. I am glad we were cousins, you were a very sweet man.

November 6, 2013

Amy and Ryan Savage

Praying for God's peace and comfort for the whole Aeschliman family, we are deeply sorry for your loss. We join our hearts with yours to celebrate Joe's life, and his legacy. We love the name Joesph for our nephew, and we are so thankful for this precious gift.

November 6, 2013

Jennifer Quinn

my thoughts and prayers are with his family i'm so sorry for your lose he was such a great person

November 6, 2013

Jennifer Murtha

I remember Saturdays of us running from one field to another to watch all the boys play ball.

November 6, 2013

Amazing man, husband, father and grandpa. He will be missed immensely

November 6, 2013

To our very good freind Joe. You were an inspiration to us all. You were always so positive and had a smile on your face. We couldn't of had a better pool dealer or friend . We will miss you so much. May God bless you and keep you.
All your freinds from Sentry Pool

November 6, 2013

Brian and Letha Greer

Our Thoughts and prayers go out to the family in this difficult time. I always will remember Joe's sense of humor and great jokes.

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