Stephen Exel, 62, of Des Moines. Beloved son of the late John and Jean Exel; devoted brother of Christine Hechenberger and Phillip (Linda) Exel; adoring uncle of Daniel John "DJ" and Jeanmarie Exel; oldest and dearest friend of Kathy Reading; will be deeply missed by many cousins and friends. Funeral service Friday, Feb.1, 11 AM, at Weinstein & Piser Funeral Home, 111 Skokie Blvd, Wilmette IL. Interment Waldheim. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to One Iowa, www.oneiowa.org, or the Des Moines Social Club, www.desmoinessocialclub.org. For info: 847-256-5700.
