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Edna May Sandberg

Edna May Sandberg

Nov 2, 2022

 

 

Williamsburg-Edna May Sandberg was born October 29, 1935, in Warroad, Minnesota, the daughter of John Valentine and Ellen Mable (Hams) Mattson. She grew up in Northern Minnesota. She graduated from Warroad High School in 1953 and attended Tulsa Business College.  Edna was united in marriage to Lowell Dean Sandberg on July 19, 1955, in Des Moines. She has...

Helen Marie Mercer

Helen Marie Mercer

Nov 2, 2022

KESWICK-Helen Marie Mercer, 97, of Keswick, passed away peacefully in her sleep at 9:40pm on November 2, 2022 at the Keokuk County Health Center in Sigourney.

She was born on June 12, 1925 in Fairfield, IA, to Fred and Ruth Fulton Oliver. Helen Marie married Gerald Mercer on June 16, 1946 at Packwood Methodist Church. He preceded her in death...

Marianna E. Hackbarth

Marianna E. Hackbarth

Oct 31, 2022

MOUNT PLEASANT- Marianna Elizabeth Hackbarth, age 85, of Mount Pleasant, died Monday, October 31, 2022, at Savannah Heights.

Memorial service will be held 1:00 pm Saturday, March 4, 2023, at the Olson-Powell Memorial Chapel, where the family will greet friends from noon until time of service. Interment was held in the Morgan Methodist Cemetery in Dows, Iowa. In lieu of...

Leslie David Hostetler

Leslie David Hostetler

Oct 31, 2022

Kalona-Leslie David Hostetler was born December 16, 1928, in rural Johnson County, Iowa.  The son of Alvin J. and Ida (Miller) Hostetler.  He attended Snake Hollow School.  Leslie was united in marriage to Emma Helmuth on October 8, 1950 at the Fairview Conservative Church near Kalona.  Leslie lived his entire life in the Kalona community and was a lifelong farmer....

Jason G Hillman

Jason G Hillman

Oct 29, 2022

 

Jason G. Hillman, 51, of Essex, Iowa entered into eternal rest on Saturday October 29, 2022 at his home in Essex at the age of 51 years, 9 months, and 10 days.

Jason Gregory Hillman was born January 19, 1971 in Fairfield, Iowa the son of David Michael and Genevera Marlene Hillman. Jason spent most of his life in...

Matthew Stutzman

Matthew Stutzman

Oct 28, 2022

 

 

Iowa City - Matthew Craig Stutzman passed away on October 28, 2022 at the age of 38 in Iowa City, Iowa.

Matt was born May 24, 1984 in Iowa City, the son of Robert and Melanie (Jehle) Stutzman and grew up on their farm outside of Wellman.  He graduated from Mid-Prairie High School in 2002, where he was...

Bailey Joy Somers

Bailey Joy Somers

Oct 26, 2022

MOUNT PLEASANT - Bailey Joy Somers, 2, of Mount Pleasant died unexpectedly on Wednesday, October 26, 2022, at her home in Mount Pleasant.

Bailey was born October 17, 2020, in Iowa City, Iowa, the daughter of Jennefer Childress and Brandan Somers.

She is survived by her parents, siblings: Mia Karstens, Deklan Karstens, Tristan Featherstun, Gabriel Featherstun; grandparents: David Childress, Keetah...

Gary L. Norenberg

Gary L. Norenberg

Oct 25, 2022

 

    Gary Leon Norenberg (Bugs), 79, of McHenry, MS, passed away on October 25, 2022 at his home in McHenry, Mississippi.    Gary was born July 11, 1943, in Keota, Iowa, to Isaac and Grace Norenberg.  He graduated from Keota Community High School in May 1961. Gary enlisted in the United States Air Force in February 1962. He...

Vesta Ann Mast

Vesta Ann Mast

Oct 24, 2022

Vesta Ann Mast was born December 17, 1936, in Kalona, Iowa, the daughter of Chester and Emma (Kauffman) Yoder. She was baptized in her youth and was a member of the Old Order Amish Church and remained faithful until her death. Vesta passed away peacefully at her home after a period of declining health, at the age of 85 years,...

Dwane Chalupa

Dwane Chalupa

Oct 23, 2022

Dwane William Chalupa was born January 20, 1945 to Raymond and Velda (Duwa) Chalupa. He died peacefully at home following a short battle with cancer. As he requested, he will be cremated and there will be no services.

From his children: Our Dad loved people and loved to have a good time. Everyone around the local tavern knew who Dwane...

Richard "Steve" Lindell

Richard "Steve" Lindell

Oct 23, 2022

MOUNT PLEASANT- Richard Stephen Lindell, age 80, of Mount Pleasant, passed away Sunday, October 23, 2022, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington, from complications of dementia and a fall. His body has been cremated. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 27, 2022 at the Calvary Baptist Church in Mount Pleasant.  Visitation...

Richard Eugene Scott

Richard Eugene Scott

Oct 22, 2022

 

Richard Eugene (Gene) Scott, 86, went to be with his Savior on Saturday, October 22, 2022 in Wellman, Iowa with his loving family by his side. 

Gene was born September 11, 1936 in Iowa City, Iowa, the son of Richard O. and Jannette (Wade) Scott. He graduated from Wellman High School in 1955. He was united in marriage to...

Pearson J. Franklin

Pearson J. Franklin

Oct 18, 2022

NEW LONDON- Pearson J. Franklin, age 20, of New London, died Tuesday, October 18, 2022.

Pearson was born May 17, 2002, the son of Tom and Julia (Pearson) Franklin. He attended Mount Pleasant High School and was involved in building and trades. Pearson was a member of the 2020 graduation class. After graduation, he joined the United States Navy and...

Mary Jean Leichsenring

Mary Jean Leichsenring

Oct 18, 2022

Williamsburg-Mary Jean Leichsenring, 91, passed away on Tuesday, October 18, at the Highland Ridge Care Center in Williamsburg. Visitation will be 3:30-5:30 Sunday, October 23, at Powell Funeral Home in Williamsburg. Graveside services will be 11:00 Monday, Oct 24, at the Sorden Cemetery near Webster.

Mary Jean was born June 15, 1931, in Webster, Iowa, the daughter of Philo and...

Janet A. Olson

Janet A. Olson

Oct 18, 2022

MOUNT PLEASANT- Janet A. Olson, 71, of Mount Pleasant died Tuesday, October 18, 2022, at Henry County Health Center.

Janet was born April 17, 1951, in Mount Pleasant, the daughter of Paul and Miriam (Anderson) Olson. She graduated from Mount Pleasant High School in 1970. She worked at Heatilator as a production worker. Janet loved to volunteer her time to...

Donald A. Mews

Donald A. Mews

Oct 6, 2022

 

Williamsburg- Donald A. Mews was born March 3, 1935, in Williamsburg, Iowa, the son of Arthur and Edna (Maas) Mews.  He attended St. Paul’s School in Williamsburg and graduated from Conroy High School.  Donnie was united in marriage to Velma Martinson on June 5, 1954 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Williamsburg.  He farmed most of his life and...

Joseph A. Beachy

Joseph A. Beachy

Oct 6, 2022

Kalona - Joseph A. Beachy was born January 23, 1927, in rural Kalona, Iowa, the son of Ananias J. and Ella Mae (Shetler) Beachy. He attended Evergreen rural school. On August 31, 1950 he was united in marriage to Mary Miller in Partridge, Kansas. They moved to the Kalona area in 1957. Joe was an entrepreneur and owned Joes Appliance...

Peggy J Rice

Peggy J Rice

Oct 2, 2022

 

Peggy Jean Rice, 69, of Mount Pleasant passed Sunday, October 2, 2022, at Arbor Court.

Peggy was born October 9, 1952, the daughter of Dennis and Martha Combs.  She graduated from Burlington High School.  On May 21, 1970, Peggy was united in marriage to Ronald Rice.  She managed the Homeless Shelter in Burlington for many years.

Peggy is survived...

Theodore Howard Ford II

Theodore Howard Ford II

Sep 28, 2022

 

Williamsburg- Theodore Howard Ford II was born July 31, 1938, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, the son of Theodore Howard & Esther (Schaefer) Ford I. In his youth, he loved playing baseball as a catcher. After graduating high school, Ted joined the US Marines Corps, and served in the Vietnam War. After his discharge he worked as a masonry contractor...

Dorothy Fisher

Dorothy Fisher

Sep 28, 2022

Dorothy Kathryn Fisher, of Keswick, died Wednesday, September 28, 2022, at Windsor Place Senior Living in Sigourney, at the young age of 102.

            Dorothy was born August 5, 1920, in Harper, Iowa, the first of six children of Joseph and Maude (Clarahan) Vogel.  She received her education at St. Elizabeth School in Harper.  On October 8, 1940, Dorothy married...

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