Connor Deane Eilander

Bret and Wendy Eilander of West Des Moines announce the birth of their son, Connor Deane Eilander, born on Friday, Oct. 9, at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines.

Conner weighed 7 pounds, 8 ounces, and was 21 inches long.

Maternal grandparents are Bruce and Deb Corlew of Newton. Paternal grandparents are Richard and Patty Eilander of Monroe. Maternal great-grandmother is Ruth Corlew of Newton. Paternal great-grandparents are the Rev. James and Marjorie Holmes of Des Moines.