Alex Michael Allbaugh

Alex Michael Allbaugh, age 30, of Smyrna, Georgia passed away Tuesday, October 10, 2023. A Memorial Service will be held at 4:00 pm on Thursday, October 12, 2023 at West Cobb Funeral Home and Crematory in Marietta, Georgia.

A second Celebration of his Life will be held on Sunday, October 15, 2023 from 2pm until 4pm at the Event Center West - YPB, 1701 25th Street, West Des Moines, IA 50266.

Alex Allbaugh who was an adored son, brother, uncle, and friend passed away suddenly at the age of 30 years old on October 10, 2023. He was a humorous, loving son, brother, partner and friend. Some of Alex’s last words were “We all have a choice if we want to listen to those who are suffering, and must decide if we want to be compassionate or not.” He did not expect his words to change the world, but hoped to bring awareness that will spark a fire that will spread to those who are willing to listen.

Alex moved to Georgia in 2014 to follow his dreams. He loved working on his job as a costumer on movie sets. In his free time he enjoyed going on long walks, sharing his gift and passion for interior design, tending to his vast collection of house plants, and making his friends feel special and loving those close to him with his whole heart. Alex will be remembered for his service oriented heart and his quiet, quick wit.

Alex was preceded in death by his grandmother, Carolyn Vaughan; a nephew, Ryker; cousin, Brett Phipps; great grandparents, Huffman, Allbaugh, Vaughan and many other family members. Alex was survived by partner, Jared Bristol; father, Mike (Kirsten) Allbaugh of Ankeny, IA; mother, Vicki (Brian) Allbaugh of Des Moines, IA; sisters, Amanda (Todd) Townsend of Elkhart, IA and Madison Biery of Ankeny, IA; Niece, Veronika; Best friend, Kelsey; Paternal grandparents, Willie and Joyce; Maternal Grandparents, John Vaughan and Eric Passmore; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.