Edwin Joseph Wong

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Edwin Joseph Wong

<p>Edwin “Ed” Joseph Wong passed away peacefully at his home in the early hours of January 2nd, 2026.</p><p><br></p><p>A celebration of life will be held at Stilwell Junior High in West Des Moines, IA on January 24th from 2-5 pm.</p><p><br></p><p>Ed was born in Des Moines, Iowa in 1957 to parents Gim and Gan Wong, and he was the youngest of 8 siblings.</p><p><br></p><p>He grew up in Des Moines and attended high school at North High, where he met his wife of 40 years, Kris. He attended Drake University for both his Bachelors and Masters degrees.</p><p><br></p><p>His passions in life were art, education, and his family. He was a beloved art teacher for various schools within the West Des Moines School District for his 40 year teaching career. He also spent some time working at the Des Moines Art Center.</p><p><br></p><p>Ed was known for his creativity, often creating art and magnets for his friends and loved ones. He had many friends, and his son and daughter in law would joke that his social life was more vibrant than theirs.</p><p><br></p><p>His pride and joy was his son, Victor, whom he proudly raved about any chance he got. He was ecstatic to watch his son get married this past August and welcome a daughter in law into the family.</p><p><br></p><p>Ed is survived by his wife Kristine, his son Victor, his daughter in law Ajla, his brothers Bill and Jim, and his sisters Linda and Sue. He is preceded in death by his parents Gim and Gan, his brother Frank, and his sisters Eleanor and Mary.</p><p><br></p><p>Ed’s request to all who knew him would be to do something nice for a loved one. Treat them to dinner, write a card, or create a work of art. Let people you love know you’re thinking of them, because “life is short” as Ed would say.</p><p><br></p><p>Arrangements by Des Moines Cremation.&nbsp;</p>
September 25, 1957 - January 2, 202609/25/195701/02/2026
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Ashly & Alen Didovic

January 24, 2026

The planting of 1 memorial tree in the honor of Edwin Joseph Wong has been arranged by Ashly & Alen Didovic. Plant a tree
Thank you for everything you did here on earth Ed. You were very appreciated and you will be greatly missed.
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Judith Stephens-Wilson

January 22, 2026

The planting of 1 memorial tree in the honor of Edwin Joseph Wong has been arranged by Judith Stephens-Wilson. Plant a tree
The world has lost a wonderful person, but I know that your kindness and joy will live on in all the many people whose lives you've touched.
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Kim Erickson

January 20, 2026

The planting of 1 memorial tree in the honor of Edwin Joseph Wong has been arranged by Kim Erickson. Plant a tree
My deepest condolences.
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Gage

January 16, 2026

The planting of 1 memorial tree in the honor of Edwin Joseph Wong has been arranged by Gage. Plant a tree
Your dad was like my second father and one of the best men Ive ever known. Here for you today and always.
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Anonymous

January 16, 2026

The planting of 1 memorial tree in the honor of Edwin Joseph Wong has been arranged by Anonymous. Plant a tree
We are so sorry for your loss. Love you guys.
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Jim Wong

January 15, 2026

The planting of 3 memorial trees in the honor of Edwin Joseph Wong has been arranged by Jim Wong. Plant a tree
May these three trees grow to honor your memory.