Loren M. “Al” Fering, 70, left us on Wednesday, July 7, 2021 at his home as a result of cancer. A visitation will be Friday, August 6, 2021 at McLaren's Resthaven Chapel from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. A memorial service will be Saturday, August 7, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at Luther Memorial Church, 1201 Grandview Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50316 with private family burial at Resthaven Cemetery.
Al had an active and full life. He was married to Martha for 45 years and together they raised Chris and Erica. He loved his family and was blessed to have them. Al was also blessed to later meet Paula Kerman and fall in love again. He had a 20 year career in corporate human resources before founding Iowa Career Connection. Over the years, he worked with countless people and made many lasting friendships. He was a proud graduate of St. Olaf College, veteran of the U.S. Army, and a 32nd Degree Scottish Rite Mason. Al was a regular at Luther Memorial Church, the Downtown YMCA, and many disc golf courses in central Iowa. He enjoyed the great outdoors, travel, the music of Bob Dylan, Neil Young and classic vinyl.
Al is survived by his son, Chris (Erin) of Seattle, WA and their son Lukas Fering; daughter, Erica (Wes) of Iowa City; and fiancée, Paula Kerman of Des Moines. He was preceded in death by his wife, Martha and parents, Marshall and Ardell Fering.
He was secure in his faith and certain that life will be better at the end of the trail. Memorial contributions may be directed to the capital campaign at Luther Memorial Church, 1201 Grandview Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50316 or to the environmental cause of your choice.
