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Vionne  C. Young

Vionne C. Young

Jun 4, 2020

Vionne C. Longstreth Young, 89, died peacefully on Thursday, June 4 at The University of Iowa Hospital Palliative Care Center. Vionne was born in Elma, Iowa to Dr. E. O. Longstreth and Emma Lammers Longstreth. She graduated from Elma High School and went on to earn a Bachelor's of Arts Degree in music at the University of Iowa. Vionne loved...

Shirley E. Stutzman

Shirley E. Stutzman

Jun 4, 2020

FRYTOWN - Shirley Ellen Martin Stutzman was born July 21, 1936, near Parnell, Iowa, the daughter of Walter and Ruth (Hertzler) Martin. She attended Iowa Mennonite School and Iowa City City High School. On April 17, 1954 Shirley was united in marriage to Stanley Stutzman at Danforth Chapel in Iowa City. They have made their home in the Frytown community....

Clifford Leroy Smothers

Clifford Leroy Smothers

Jun 1, 2020

Williamsburg- Clifford Leroy Smothers, son of Emmett and Laura Cox Smothers, was born on May 27, 1923 near Kinross, Iowa. Clifford's family later moved to rural North English, where he attended North English High School. Clifford served in the United States Army, 1884th Engineer Aviation Battelion from 1943 to 1946. He served overseas in Peleliu, Guam, and was in Okinawa...

Jeffrey Dean Brower

Jeffrey Dean Brower

May 31, 2020

South English- Jeffrey Brower was born July 14, 1960 in Iowa City, Iowa, the son of Arlan E and Evelyn Louise (Butler) Brower. He graduated from English Valleys High School. He worked many years for Modern Co-op Telephone Co., in South English. Jeff married Michele Fuller, to this union, they were blessed with 3 children. They later divorced. Jeff was...

Judith Ann Schweitzer

Judith Ann Schweitzer

May 30, 2020

KALONA - Judith Ann Schweitzer was born February 25, 1943, in South Bend, Indiana, the daughter of Stanley and Severine (Sobolewski) Kitkowski. She graduated from Washington High School in South Bend in 1960, and attended Indiana University. On December 30, 1961, Judith was united in marriage to Larry Schweitzer in South Bend. They lived in Iowa City for 10 years,...

Ted J. Lobello

Ted J. Lobello

May 29, 2020

OLLIE-Ted (Thaddeus J.) Lobello passed away Friday, May 30, peacefully at home, in the company of his sons Nick, Tony, and Vince, as well as several dear friends. Ted lived a rich and full life that centered on his two great passions; singing, and the lifestyle of farming in rural southeast Iowa.Born in the City of Chicago in the spring...

Linda Lou Moyle

Linda Lou Moyle

May 28, 2020

Linda Lou Moyle, 76, of Hopkins, MN, formerly of Mt. Pleasant, IA, went to be with her Heavenly Father on Thursday, May 28, 2020 at Augustana Chapel View. In accordance with Covid-19 regulations, guidelines for appropriate social distancing and the wearing of face masks will be followed. Visitation will begin after noon on Monday, June 1, 2020, at Olson~Powell Memorial...

Richard Henry Jensen

Richard Henry Jensen

May 27, 2020

Richard Henry Jensen passed away May 27, 2020 at home in Williamsburg, IA. Dick was born March 25, 1937 to Leo J. and Edna L. (Bertram) Jensen in Davenport, IA. He attended the University of Iowa where he met Caryl J. Newcomb, wooed her by saying he was named for two kings, and they married September 16, 1961 in Williamsburg,...

James A. "JAG" Gingerich

James A. "JAG" Gingerich

May 26, 2020

KEOTA-James A. "JAG" Gingerich, age 66, of Keota, died Tuesday, May 26, 2020, at Mercy Hospital in Iowa City. Jim was born January 4, 1954, in Iowa City to Ned and Rose (Reiland) Gingerich and graduated from Keota High School in 1972. On June 9, 1973, he married Peggy Mitchell and they were later divorced. Jim worked at Briskey Cabinetry...

Peggy Clarahan

Peggy Clarahan

May 22, 2020

OTTUMWA-Peggy Colleen Clarahan, age 74, of Ottumwa, died Friday, May 22, 2020, at Ridgewood Specialty Care in Ottumwa. Peggy was born May 3, 1946, in Harper, to John and Ellene (Huber) Clarahan. She grew up in Harper, graduated from Sigourney High School, obtained her RN at Coe College in Cedar Rapids and her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Buena Vista...

Gordon E Heitshusen

Gordon E Heitshusen

May 20, 2020

Williamsburg-Gordon E. Heitshusen was born April 30, 1929 near South Amana, Iowa. He was the son of Edwin and Mildred (Koester) Heitshusen. He was baptized on May 26, 1929 and confirmed on June 13, 1943 at Immanuel Lutheran Church. Gordon attended Immanuel Parochial School and graduated from Williamsburg High School in 1948. Gordon was united in marriage to Cleo L....

Robert Cormack Nichol

Robert Cormack Nichol

May 16, 2020

Williamsburg-Robert Cormack Nichol was born September 6, 1929 in Elgin, Illinois the son of Alexander John (Jock) and Isabella (Cormack) Nichol. He studied at Illinois State University (1950) and Hamline University in St. Paul, MN (1951). Robert attended flight school in 1952 and served in the United States Airforce (First LT) from 1953-1956. He was united in marriage to Donna...

Wilma Harmon

Wilma Harmon

May 16, 2020

Wilma M. Harmon, 88, of Mt. Pleasant, IA, passed away Saturday, May 16, 2020, at Sunrise Terrace Care Center in Winfield, IA. A private graveside service will be held at Forest Home Cemetery with Pastor Jeff McPheron officiating.A celebration of Wilmas life will be held at a later date. Gifts of love and friendship have been designated to Des Moines...

Edith Helmuth

Edith Helmuth

May 14, 2020

KALONA - Edith Pauline (Ropp) Helmuth was born August 6, 1928, in Kalona, Iowa, the daughter of Lewis and Magdalena (Hershberger) Ropp. She attended Pleasant Hill rural school. On December 21, 1952, she was united in marriage to Paul Jay Helmuth. Edith served two years with her husband in 1W Service in Des Moines. The couple returned to Kalona and...

Shirley Lynn Stonebraker

Shirley Lynn Stonebraker

May 14, 2020

SIGOURNEY-Shirley Lynn Stonebraker, age 66, of Sigourney, died Thursday, May 14, 2020, at MercyOne Hospice Care in Johnston. Shirley was born January 31, 1954, at St. Joseph Hospital in Ottumwa, to Harry and Norma (Danels) Stonebraker. She attended grade school in Hayesville and graduated from Sigourney High School in 1972. Shirley worked as a secretary at Vision Ag from 1987...

Brian Cave

Brian Cave

May 14, 2020

KEOTA-Brian Patrick Cave, age 39, of Keota, died Thursday, May 14, 2020, near Libertyville, Iowa. Brian was born February 25, 1981, in Iowa City to Kevin and Luann (Sheets) Cave and graduated from Keota High School in 1999. A lifelong resident of the Keota community, Brian worked for Vision Ag, Leo Sieren, the West Chester Elevator and Hammes Masonry. He...

Karen Sue White

Karen Sue White

May 14, 2020

Williamsburg- Karen Sue White was born December 23, 1953 in Bloomfield, Iowa, the daughter of Edgar Burton & Helen Maxine (Cortum) Hamberg. While growing up she lived in various parts of Iowa, before moving to Iowa County. She graduated from Williamsburg High School. Karen was united in marriage to Clarence "Butch" Richard White Jr., on August 22, 1987 at Trinity...

Ted "Bone" Stoner

Ted "Bone" Stoner

May 14, 2020

Ted David Stoner, 69, of rural Mt. Pleasant, IA, died Thursday, May 14, 2020, at his home. A memorial service will be held Saturday, July 11, 2020, at 10:00 a.m. at Olson-Powell Memorial Chapel. Friends may visit with the family prior to going to Forest Home Cemetery for inurnment and full military honors by the Henry County HonorGuard. Memorials have...

Leo "Jack" Johnson

Leo "Jack" Johnson

May 13, 2020

Parnell- Leo "Jack" Johnson was born January 18, 1930 in Brighton, Iowa. The son of William and Viola (Waggoner) Johnson. He attended Parnell School until enlisting in the Navy. He served in the United States Navy from 1949 to 1969 retiring as a AMCS. Jack was united in marriage to Mary Sullivan on September 6, 1951 in Parnell. To this...

Dorothy Pauline Sampson

Dorothy Pauline Sampson

May 12, 2020

NORTH ENGLISH-Dorothy Sampson, age 96, of North English, died Tuesday, May 12, 2020, at the English Valley Care Center in North English. Dorothy was born March 10, 1924, near South English, Iowa, to Ira and Lela (Lockridge) Harris and graduated from Webster High School in 1942. On December 15, 1945, she married Max Sampson in Keswick. The couple lived and...

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