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Nedra passed away on April 7, 2021.  She was born on July 21, 1941 to Oscar and Dorothy Sparland at Iowa Lutheran Hospital in Des Moines.  From an early age Nedra had a love of numbers.  She developed bookkeeping skills which she use throughout her career.  She held positions at Island Title in Washington state and later at the Veteran's Hospital and Wells Fargo in Des Moines.  Some of her happiest times were vacationing at the lake with her siblings and spending time in Mexico with her friends.  Nedra married and raised one daughter.  Her daughter Tracey (Scott) blessed her with four grandchildren and one great-grandchild.  She is also survived by her brothers Randy (Joan) and Mark (Sandy); sisters Nadine (Wayne) and Elaine (Steve); and 10 nieces and nephews.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Food Bank of Iowa, IPTV, and Taylor House Hospice.  A private service will be held at a later date.