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Kalona- Larry Lee Schweitzer was born January 20, 1940, in Wood River, Nebraska, the son of Steve and Melinda (Stutzman) Schweitzer. He graduated from IMS High School with the class of 1958. On December 30, 1961,Larry was united in marriage to Judith Ann Kitkowski in South Bend, Indiana. They lived in Iowa City for 10 years, before buying a farm...
In Loving Memory of Teddy James TeBockhorst, a Man of Unforgettable Character
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Teddy TeBockhorst who lived a remarkable 69 years filled with hard work, inappropriate jokes, and a unique blend of charm and candor. Teddy certainly departed this world, leaving behind a legacy that cannot easily be forgotten.
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MOUNT PLEASANT- Steven Mark Wettach, 70, of Mt. Pleasant, Iowa, died January 10, 2024. He was born at Mercy Hospital in Iowa City on April 12, 1953 to Dr. Robert Stewart Wettach and Betty Elaine (Preuss) Wettach. He was baptized on Easter Sunday at the First Methodist Church in Mt. Pleasant.
Steve grew up in Mt. Pleasant, where he graduated from...
Shirley Ann Eckenrod was born June 5,1936, in Nashua, Iowa on the family farm. She was the eighth of nine children born to Leonard and Cleo Eckenrod. Shirley shared many wonderful memories of growing up on the farm. Shirley spent most of her adult life in Wisconsin with her dear friend Lynn Cox.
She spent her final years happily living...
Williamsburg- Nancy Sue Hooper was born October 6, 1938, in Des Moines, Iowa the daughter of William C and Dorothy Mae (Wickliff) Bunce. She graduated from Carlisle High School in 1957. Nancy was united in marriage to Charles Lester Hooper on June 27, 1958, at the Christian Church in Carlisle. In 1966, Nancy & Les moved to the Williamsburg community...
MOUNT PLEASANT- Dolores L. “Dee” Mathews, 95, of Mt. Pleasant, and formerly of Mt. Union, Iowa, died Sunday, January 7, 2024 at Edencrest at Green Meadows, Johnston, Iowa.
Dee was born in 1928 to John and Cora Lauer in Mt. Pleasant. She married Stanley E. Mathews September 18, 1948 in Mt. Union, Iowa. He preceded her in death September 13,...
Williamsburg- Howard Dean Collingwood was born November 24, 1929, in Millersburg, Iowa, the son of Harry and Caroline (Faas) Collingwood. Howard was confirmed on April 2, 1944. Howard served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War from 1951-1953. Howard was united in marriage to Donna Mae Mitchell on June 12, 1955 in Williamsburg. Howard drove a school bus for...
SIGOURNEY-Jared Dean Dyson peacefully passed away on January 5th, 2024 at Keokuk County Health Center after a courageous 14-year battle with a brain injury. His strength, resilience, and unwavering spirit throughout this challenging journey left a lasting impact on all who knew him. May he rest in peace. Jared was born June 2, 1966 in Sigourney, Iowa to...
MOUNT PLEASANT- Wendell Whaley, 66, of Mount Pleasant, died Thursday, January 4, 2024, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington.
Wendell was born February 28, 1957, in Mount Pleasant, the son of Ernest and Alice M. (Edwards) Whaley. He graduated from Mount Pleasant High School in 1975, and continued his education at Southeastern Community College where he...
Homestead-Kenneth Martin Hagen was born May 1, 1934, on the family farm south of Homestead, the son of Martin and Hilda (Schwarting) Hagen. He graduated from Marengo High School in 1952. He joined the United States Army in 1956 and was stationed in Fort Bliss, Texas. Kenneth was united in marriage to Patricia Leah Shaull on September 26, 1959, at...
Wellman- Elizabeth (Beth) Maureen Oleson, 79, of Kalona died Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at Parkview Manor in Wellman.
Beth was born September 22, 1944, in St. Charles, Illinois to John and Susan (Hempstead) McBurney. Her father worked for the postal service, so she grew up in various places including Stuart, Iowa, San Diego, and Elk Grove, California where she graduated...
MOUNT PLEASANT – Karen Ann Wenzel, 77, of Mount Pleasant, died Saturday, December 30, 2023, at Savannah Heights.
Karen was born April 1, 1946, in Mount Pleasant, Iowa, the daughter of Ledru and Wanda (Bonser) Beaber. She graduated from Mount Pleasant High School in 1964. On July 14, 1990, Karen was united in marriage to Gene Wenzel in...
Marengo- Harold Eugene Bohrn ws born February 15, 1930 in Deep River, Iowa, the son of James A & Sylvian (Endcott) Bohrn. He graduated from North English High School in 1949. He served in the United States Army from 1953 - 1955. Harold lived several years in Tampa, Florida, working as a sales clerk at various convenient stores. He retired...
ANKENY - Peggy Diane Dodds, 71, died peacefully after a long courageous battle with cancer on December 26, 2023, at the EveryStep Hospice Kavanagh House in Des Moines. Her amazing faith carried her through.
Peggy was born November 1, 1952, in Mount Pleasant, the daughter of Orie Albert and Della Viola (Kirkpatrick) Gray. Peggy graduated from Mount Pleasant with the...
Wellman-Richard Ardell Beachy was born July 14th 1962 in Iowa City, Iowa, the son of Walter and Laurine (Miller) Beachy. He was united in marriage to Rhoda Miller on Sept. 15, 1984 at Salem Mennonite church.
He is survived by his wife Rhoda of 39 years; 5 children, Rosey (Nate) Nisly of Wellman, IA, Rolanda (Jared) Good of Virgina, Rylan...
MOUNT PLEASANT – Karen Joyce Townsend, 79, died Sunday, December 24, 2023, at Silver Palms in Mount Pleasant.
Karen was born September 6, 1944, the daughter of Guy and Mary Crawford. She graduated from Cardinal of Eldon High School in 1963. On June 14, 1985, she was united in marriage to Daniel Townsend in Fairfield. They made their home in...
KEOTA- Isabelle A.”Isy” Flander, age 91, of Washington, formerly of Keota, died Friday, December 22, 2023, at Halcyon House in Washington. Isy was born June 6, 1932, near Sigourney, to Liborius and Leona (Kiefer) Conrad. She graduated from Sigourney High School and attended Ottumwa Heights College for two years. On September 8, 1951, she married Jim Flander in...
OSKALOOSA-Kenny Showman, age 52, of Oskaloosa, died Tuesday, December 19, 2023, at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City, surrounded by his loved ones. Kenny was born June 26, 1971, in Sigourney, to Danny and Norma (Krumvieda) Showman and graduated from Pekin High School in 1989. He married Teri Sedore in June of 1990 and they...
Kalona-Brian Thomas Ball was born May 30th, 1958 in Iowa City, the son of William and Bonnie (Seydel) Ball. Brian grew up in the Johnson and Washington County areas. He graduated from Clear Creek High School in Tiffin. He attended Kirkwood Community College and graduated with an Ag degree. Brian worked on the family farm and was a custodian at...
Webster-Gary William Mikesell was born November 3, 1947, in Iowa City, Iowa, the son of Dale and Josephine (Wheeler) Mikesell. He graduated from English Valley High School in 1966. Gary was united in marriage to Martha (Marty) O’Rourke on April 8, 1972, at Our Lady of the Lord’s Catholic Church in Keswick. He has been a lifelong farmer. Gary...
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