Mary L. Greer, 91, of Burlington, died at 4:03 PM Monday, February 20, 2017, at the Great River Klein Center in West Burlington.

Born November 12, 1925, in Macomb, IL, she was the daughter of Guy and Gladys Jones Woods. On October 20, 1979, she married George Greer in Waterloo.

Mary was a seamstress and assisted the local police departments with sewing their patches on their uniforms.

She was of the Christian faith.

She loved traveling, gardening, crocheting, listening to music and watching her grandchildren.  Mary read the newspaper every morning and usually was up before the paper was delivered.

Survivors include two sons, Michael Bedenbender of Burlington and Marvin Bedenbender of Burlington; two daughters, Connie Bedenbender of Brownsville, TX and Sheila Gonzalez of Burlington; 16 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren and 14 great-great-grandchildren..

Mary is preceded in death by her parents; her husband; two sons, James Griswold and Kenneth Griswold; one daughter, Verna Schmitz; one brother, Donald Woods; one sister, Norma Inghram; two grandsons, Norman and Todd and one great-grandchildren.

The Graveside Committal Service for Ms. Greer will be 10:30 AM Thursday, February 23, 2017, at Aspen Grove Cemetery. Those wishing to attend the service will meet at the Sunnyside Avenue gate prior to the service for a procession to the gravesite.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for the family.

Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home is in care of the arrangements.

Condolences can be sent by visiting Mary’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Mrs. Barbara Ann Hansen, 75, of Burlington, died Sunday, February 19, 2017 at Blair House, West Burlington.  Cremation has been accorded

and inurnment will be at a later date at Sunset Memorial Gardens, Glendive, MT.  There will be no service.  Elliott Chapel is assisting the

family with arrangements.  A memorial has been established for Great River Hospice, West Burlington.

Mr. Rodney M. Kaler, 64, of Dallas City, IL passed away Monday, February 20, 2017 near Dallas City.

He was born December 16, 1952 in Canton, IL, the son of Ray Eugene and Laura Jane Lieurance Kaler.

Mr. Kaler lived in Tulsa, OK for many years where he worked in security and managed an Arby’s restaraunt. He was an avid fan of the St. Louis Cardinals, Minnesota Vikings and the Tulsa Golden Hurricanes. Following the death of his wife Deborah in 2007, he returned to this area.

He is survived by his his significant other, Sherrill Gilpin of Dallas City, 1 brother, Steve Kaler of North Carolina and 3 sisters, Jayne Herschman of Dallas City, Elaine Handley of Oklahoma and Deloris Rodeffer of LaHarpe, IL and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his wife, parents, 2 brothers, Carl and Keith Kaler and 1 sister, Charlene Clay.

Services will be held at 11:00 AM Friday, February 24, 2017 at Banks & Beals Funeral Home in Dallas City where the family will meet with friends from 9:00 AM Friday until time of services. A memorial fund has been established for Big Brothers, Big Sisters or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Condolences may be left at banksandbeals.com

Richard R. Lehnert, age 89, of Mediapolis, died Tuesday evening, February 21, 2017, at his home.  He was born in Oakville, the son of Anna Bratton, on March 20, 1927.  Richard married Henrietta Jane Dean on January 2, 1945 in Cameron, Illinois.  She preceded him in death on October 16, 2006.

He graduated from Sperry High School in 1944 and served during WW II in the US Army.  He worked for Silas & Mason at the IAAP for several years and the Drake Hardware.  He owned and operated the Hardware and Grocery Store and Restaurant in Oakville for several years and also sold insurance.  He was a member of the United Methodist Church in Oakville and had served as the church Treasurer.  He was Oakville’s Town Clerk for 27 years, was Instrumental in starting the Pioneer Cemetery Association where he refurbished some Pioneer Cemeteries.  He had a strong Christian faith that he would share with others.  He was also an avid book reader, historian, genealogist, loved to play cards and was a diehard Cardinal’s fan.

He is survived by his son, Richard Eugene & Lloya Lehnert of Ft. Collins, Colorado; his daughter, Lillian Rassi of Mediapolis; four grandchildren; six great grandchildren; and one great great granddaughter.  He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Henrietta; a son, Laird; and a brother, Leslie.

Friends may call from 2:00 to 7:00 PM on Sunday, February 26, 2017, at the Hagele and Honts Funeral Home in Mediapolis where the family will meet friends from 5:00 to 7:00 PM.  The funeral ceremony for Richard Lehnert will be held at 10:00 AM on Monday, February 27, 2017, at the Hagele and Honts Funeral Home, officiated by Kenny Gerst and Pastor Jim Ruberg.  Burial will follow at the Edwards Cemetery in Oakville with military rites provided by the Oakville American Legion.  A fellowship luncheon will follow at the Oakville Community Building.

Memorial gifts will benefit the Great River Hospice.

Condolences may be given and viewed at www.hageleandhonts.com.

Mr. Robert R. “Bud” Painter, 74, of Terre Haute, Illinois passed away at 11:45 PM Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City.

Born on July 14, 1942 in LaHarpe, Illinois, Bud was the son of Lowell and Lois Manifold Painter. On March 17, 1973 he married Jennifer Bruyn in the Terre Haute United Methodist Church. She survives.

Bud was a 1960 graduate of LaHarpe High School. He farmed all his life in the Terre Haute area. He was a volunteer fireman for the Terre Haute Fire Department for many years. Bud was a member of the Terre Haute United Methodist Church where he had also served as Trustee. He was an avid bowler and had achieved a perfect 300 game. He served as a softball coach for the summer league for many years.

Besides his wife, Bud is survived by three daughters: Michelle (Dan) Oilar of Kahoka, MO, Dawn (Chane ) Combites of Terre Haute, and Jena (David) Oilar of Kahoka, MO; five grandchildren and his twin sister: Roberta (Dick) Blackhurst of Farmington, IL.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one grandson: Matthew Oilar and sister: Louise Rash.

A memorial Service will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday, February 26, 2017 at Banks & Beals Funeral Home in LaHarpe with Rev. Jim Clayton officiating. A private family burial will be held at a later date. Friends may call anytime after 3:00 PM Saturday at the funeral home where the family will receive friends from 5:00 until 7:00 PM. A memorial fund has been established for the Terre Haute United Methodist Church. Condolences may be left at banksandbeals.com.

Mr. Ronald D. Pence, 76, of Dallas City, IL passed away Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at the Roseville Rehabilitation & Health Care Center, Roseville, IL.

He was born March 31, 1940 in Lomax, IL the son of Earnest “Wood” and Helen Sherman Pence.

Mr. Pence was raised in Lomax and served in the US Navy from 1958 – 1962. He lived in California for many years where he worked for C & H Sugar for 31 years. He later worked as a gunsmith for 15 years. He returned to this area in 2011.

He loved deer and duck hunting, fishing, camping and just being outdoors. He also enjoyed woodworking, building furniture, gunsmithing and taxidermy.

He is survived by his companion of 35 years, Rhonda Carter of Dallas City, 2 sons, Ronald (Joan) Pence Jr, of Montana and Gilly Pence of Martinez, CA, 3 step-children, Dennis Carter of Santa Rosa, CA, Sam Carter of Englewood, CO and Natalie Mueller of Jamestown, CA, 8 grandchildren, 1 great-grandson, 7 brothers, David (Alice) Pence of LaHarpe, IL, Larry (Jeannette) Pence of Lomax, Sheldon (Kathie) Pence of Dallas City, Jimmy (Edna) Pence of Dallas City, Joe (Lou Ann) Pence of Carthage, Wyverne (Nancy) Pence of Pleasant Plains, IA and Randy (Carol) Pence of Niota, IL 1 sister, Deb (Ronnie) Worley of Lomax and several nieces and nephews.

Ronald was preceded in death by his parents, 1 brother, Roger and 2 sisters, Gwendolyn Schiedel and Anona Widener.

A graveside service, with military rites, will be held at 3:00PM Saturday, February 25, 2017 at Crane Cemetery near Lomax with Maxine Dennison officiating. A memorial fund has been established for Alzheimer’s Research. Banks & Beals Funeral Home in Dallas City is assisting with arrangements. Condolences may be left at banksandbeals.com

Marguarite “Ellen” Tucker, 81, of Mt. Pleasant and formerly Danville, died Wednesday, February 22, 2017 at her home.

A private graveside service will be held at Pleasant Grove Cemetery, Pleasant Grove, IA.

Elliott Chapel, New London is in charge of arrangements for Ellen Tucker.

A memorial has been established.

Ferrel Dean Brandt, 77, of Marion, died at 9:07 AM Sunday, February 26, 2017, at the Linn Manor Care in Marion.

Born November 9, 1939, in Peoria, IL, she was the daughter of Charles Homer and Donna Mohler Byrd. On March 22, 1961, she married Donald Lee Brandt in East Peoria, IL. They were married for 48 years before Don’s passing in 2009.

She graduated from East Peoria Community High School in 1957. She then attended and graduated from cosmetology school.

Ferrel worked many different jobs during her life, but most of them involved being a seamstress. She worked sewing draperies at Bennett’s Furniture store for a number of years, worked many years at Burlington Sporting Goods, and then later sewed draperies out of her home.

She was a member of Bethany Lutheran Church in Burlington before moving to Marion, Iowa in 2013. She was a member of the Southeastern Community College Booster Club and donated her time by sewing many banners on display in the gymnasium. She loved attending Blackhawk basketball games. In her spare time Ferrel enjoyed sewing, knitting, and doing other crafts as home.

Survivors include her son, Blake (Julie) Brandt of Marion; three grandchildren, Molly Brandt of Marion, Cale and Dylan Brandt of Colorado Springs, CO.

Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, Homer and Donna Byrd and one son, Jay Brandt.

Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh~Thielen Crematory.

Visitation will be from 10:00 AM  until 11:30 AM, Saturday, March 11, 2017 where the family will receive friends at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.

The memorial service for Mrs. Brandt will be 1:00 PM Sat urday, March 11, 2017, at Bethany Lutheran Church with Pastor Paul Hermansen officiating. A time of food and fellowship will be held at Bethany Lutheran Church following the service.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be directed to the Alzheimer’s Association.

Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home is in care of the arrangements.

A photo tribute can be viewed and condolences can be sent to the family by visiting Ferrel’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Mrs. Norma Jean Lair, 78, of Burlington died at 3:07 p.m. Friday, February 24, 2017, at Great River Hospice House in West Burlington.

Born July 15, 1938 in Galesburg, IL, she was the daughter of Paul and Ilene Seyb Dredge.  On August 29, 1954 she married Max Leroy Lair in Dallas City, Illinois.  He preceded her in death on January 14, 2001.

Mrs. Lair was a production worker for Winegard Company and Conifer Company. She also was a homemaker.

Mrs. Lair attended First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). She was a member of the Eagles and Moose Lodges. She enjoyed crossword puzzles, puzzles, reading, and card games with her grandchildren, board games, traveling, gambling, sending cards, journaling, and spending time on the river.

Survivors include one daughter, Cathy Jean (Eric) Palmer of LaHarpe, IL; two sons, Randy Charles (Dee Dee ) Lair of Carman, IL and Michael Paul Lair of Kansas City, MO; seven grandchildren, Brad (Jeni) Richardson, Amy (Brian) Brown, Darcie Palmer, Kate (Andrew) Brender, Charles (Dawn) Lair, April McCartney, Ian Beard;  nine great grandchildren, Carissa, Brock, and Max Richardson, Bailey and Laney Brown, Alanna and Wesley Lair, Eli Leak and Kendal Nollen; brother-in-law, Ray James; and step sister, Debbie (Joe) Sutcliffe both of Ft. Madison.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and one sister Judy.

Friends may call from noon until 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, February 28^th, at Lunning Chapel where the family will receive friends from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

The funeral service for Mrs. Lair will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 1^st at Lunning Chapel with the Rev. Dean Graber officiating. Interment will be in Crane Cemetery, rural Lomax, IL.

A memorial has been established for Great River Hospice House.

Jim “Franco” Franciskovich, 52, of West Burlington, died Friday, February 24, 2017, in Mahaska County from injuries sustained in an automobile accident.

Born May 4, 1964, in Canton, IL , he was the son of Pete and Mary Louise Westphall Franciskovich. On August 28, 2004, he married Cindee Shofe in Burlington.

Jim worked in the maintenance department for Great River Medical Center. He was also a volunteer firefighter for the West Burlington Fire Department for 15 years.

He served 20 years in the U.S. Army.

Jim grew up in the Catholic faith. He was an avid fan of the Chicago Cubs, Minnesota Vikings, Boston Bruins and Miami Hurricanes. Jim loved motorcycles, enjoyed being outdoors and working out; but what he loved most of all was spending time with his grandkids.

Survivors include his wife, Cindee of West Burlington; two daughters, Haley (Brandon) Mosley of Mediapolis and Stephanie (Kristopher Stevenson) Franciskovich of Burlington, one step-son, Anthony Bellegante of Burlington; one step-daughter, Emilee Bellegante of West Burlington; four grandchildren, Branson Mosley, Sofia Mosley, Archer James Stevenson, and Tanner Kristopher Stevenson; two brothers, John J. (Linda) Franciskovich of Bay City, TX and Peter (Sallie) Franciskovich of Canton, IL; two sisters, Mary L. Franciskovich-Yerbic of East Peoria, IL and Marianne Nichol of Norris, IL; one sister-in-law, Wendy Riherd of Burlington; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Pete Franciskovich Jr. of Canton, IL.

Visitation will be from 12:00 PM until 7:00 PM with the family to receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Thursday, March 2, 2017 at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.

The funeral service for Mr. Franciskovich will be 10:00 AM Friday, March 3, 2017, at the West Burlington Loren Walker Arena/Gym (Southeastern Community College) with Chaplain Randy Gearhart officiating. Full military honors will be rendered by the Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard and the Southeastern Iowa Regional Fire Honor Guard will perform the Fireman’s Bell Ceremony. Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery.

A memorial has been established for the West Burlington Fire Department.

Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home is in care of the arrangements.

A photo tribute can be viewed and condolences can be sent to the family by visiting Franco’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Lyle Dewey Graham, 89, of Marshalltown, formerly of Burlington, died at 4:00 PM Wednesday, February 22, 2017, at the Iowa Veterans Home in Marshalltown.

Born June 14, 1927, in Burlington, he was the son of Lyle Dewey and Myrtle Edythe Cockrell Graham.

Lyle worked at Grahams Cafe for 68 years.

He attended Burlington Business School.

Lyle was a Staff Sergeant in the United States Air Force, serving during the Korean War from March 21, 1951 until February 12, 1961.

Survivors include one son, Robert Lyle Graham of New English, IA.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

The funeral service for Mr. Graham will be 10:00 AM Wednesday, March 1, 2017, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home with Rev. Michael Sutton officiating.  Full military honors will be rendered by the Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard. Burial will be in Aspen Grove

Daniel Lloyd Bell Sr., 80, of Burlington, died at 10:45 PM Friday, February 24, 2017, at his home.

He was born February 8, 1937, in Fort Madison, to Dan Sherwood and Millie (Hart) Bell. He was raised by his mom and dad, James and Millie Bell of Burlington and grew up with his eight other siblings. In February of 1960, he married Marilyn Messer; they later divorced in March of 1975. He later married Kathryn Phillips in February of 1980; they divorced in June of 1996.

Dan graduated Burlington High School in 1955. He later attended Burlington Jr. College.

He served his country in the U.S. National Guard and Naval Reserves for 23 years.

Most people recognize Dan through his multitude of careers in the sales field from Ward’s, Fox Appliance and Combined Insurance. He also ran Big Dan’s Karaoke and loved sharing his voice with the community.

Dan was a member of First Baptist Church. He also formed many friendships (and rivalries!) over the years with many residents through a long time love of baseball and being a life-long St. Louis Cardinals supporter. Dan was a local umpire in Burlington, a hobby which was passed along to his sons and grandsons. He enjoyed re-lacing old gloves and collecting various memorabilia. He also enjoyed garage sales, karaoke singing, piano playing, and running Big Dan’s Karaoke.

Survivors include his two daughters, Tiffany (Lewy Leasure) Bell of Burlington and Crystal (Brent) Gibbs of Ft. Madison; two sons Dan (Linda) Bell, Jr. of Round Rock, TX and Kenny Bell of West Burlington, who was named after Dan’s late brother; 10 grandchildren; his mother of Burlington; three brothers, James (Cheryl) Bell, Jr. of Danville, Wayne Bell of Burlington, and Darrell (Rose) Bell of Lomax, IL; and two sisters, Jean (Gary) Reeves of Burlington and Sandra (Tom) Albert of West Concord, MN.

He was preceded in death by his father; two brothers, Kenneth Bell and Ernest Bell; and one sister, Janice Schneider.

Visitation will be from noon until 7:00 PM with the family to receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Wednesday, March 1, 2017 at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.

The funeral service for Mr. Bell will be 10:00 AM Thursday, March 2, 2017, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home with Reverend Marshall Jackman officiating. Full military honors will be rendered by the Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard. Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery.

A memorial has been established.

Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home is in care of the arrangements.

A photo tribute can be viewed and condolences can be sent to the family by visiting Daniel’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Raymond Duane Cromer, age 70, of Grandview, died Saturday morning, February 25, 2017, at the Trinity Unity Point Hospital in Muscatine.  The son of Raymond Edwin and Anna Madeline Welch Cromer, he was born on December 5, 1946 in Iowa City.  Raymond married Cherry Lynn Peterson on June 3, 1972 in Nichols.

He graduated from Muscatine High School and Muscatine Community College with an AA degree.  Raymond served in the US Army Air Force during the Vietnam War and with the Iowa National Guard for many years.  He had worked at various factories and retired from Tyson Foods.

Raymond was a Life Member of the Wapello VFW Glenn Allen Post 5166 and the Grandview Community Bible Church.  He had played in several bands over the years and enjoyed fishing, his yard work, and especially his grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife, Cherry; son, Jamie & Shelly Cromer of Wapello; and six grandchildren, Dylan, Dalton, Drake, Brandon, Samantha, and Brodie.  He was preceded in death by his parents; a grandson, ‘Cody’; and recently his son, Eric.

The funeral ceremony will be held at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, February 28, 2017, at the Grandview Community Bible Church.  Pastors Rich Kolmus and Darryl Erickson will officiate.  The family will meet friends prior to the funeral from 1:00 to 2:00 PM at the church.  Burial will follow at the Grandview Cemetery with military rites.  A lunch gathering will follow at the Fellowship Hall of the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts will benefit the Wounded Warrior Project and the L & M FFA.

Condolences may be given and viewed at www.dudgeonmcculley.com.

David E. Leffel, 59, of Burlington, died at 9:40 AM Monday, February 27, 2017, at the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics.

Born October 8, 1957, in Burlington, he was the son of Robert Nevin and Margaret Mildred Pratt Leffel.

David worked at Hope Haven.

He was a 1976 graduate of Burlington High School.

He enjoyed visiting friends at Hope Haven, sewing, embroidering, working puzzle books, watching mystery movies, gardening, and caring for his pet parakeets, Dickey & Sam.

Survivors include his mother; two brothers, Ronald (Ann) Leffel of Estherville, IA, and Ken (Sandra) Leffel of Champaign, IL.

He was preceded in death by his father, step-father, and three brothers, Robert, Charles, and Larry.

Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh~Thielen Crematory.

There will be no visitation or services.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for Hope Haven.

Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home is in care of the arrangements.

Condolences can be sent to the family by visiting David’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Blaine Eldon McNeil, 73, formerly of New London, died of Parkinson’s Dementia on Tuesday, February 28, 2017 at Great River Klein Center, West Burlington.

Funeral services for Mr. McNeil will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, March 4, at Elliott Chapel, New London.  Visitation will begin after 9:00 Saturday with the family greeting friends from 10:00 until time of the service. According to his wishes, his body will be cremated following the service.   A memorial has been established to Great River Hospice, Klein Center Stars Hollow, and the New London Fire and Rescue.

Mrs. Nona Diane Horn, 87, of Danville died at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 1, 2017, at Bickford Cottage in Burlington.

Born February 11, 1930 in Burlington, she was the daughter of Walter and Alice (Liles) Stigge.  On May 29, 1948 she married Dwight A. Horn in Mt. Pleasant.  He preceded her in death on January 8, 1996.  On January 1, 2000 she married Bill Shebaylo in Alamo, Texas.

Mrs. Horn was a 1948 graduate of New London High School.  She worked as a machinist at I.A.A.P. and also was owner of Horn Furniture Stripping and Antiques.  She was a member of Middletown Presbyterian Church.  She enjoyed stripping and refinishing furniture, attending auctions, sewing, yardwork, and playing games.  She loved traveling, going to Texas for the winter, and especially loved spending time with her family.

Survivors include her four children, Sally (Tom) Parrott of Burlington, Alice (Jeff) Devore of Danville, Ted (Barb) Horn of West  Burlington, and Shirley (Randy) Van Osdol of Belgrade, Montana; 13 grandchildren; 25 great grandchildren; one brother, Stan (Charlene) Stigge of Mount Pleasant; and nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; first husband, Dwight; brother, Lile; and sister, Mary.

Friends may call from noon until 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 3^rd, at Lunning Chapel where the family will receive friends from 4:00 until 7:30 p.m.

The funeral service for Mrs. Horn will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, March 4^th, at Lunning Chapel with Pastor Randy Van Osdol and Pastors Sam and Gwen Fratt officiating.  Interment will be in Prairie Grove Cemetery.

A memorial has been established for the Bickford Cottage Resident Enrichment Fund.

Neil Arthur Bruss II, 46, of Stockport, died at 10:10 AM Monday, February 27, 2017, near Mediapolis due to a tragic accident.

Born June 3, 1970, in Tillicum, WA, he was the son of Neil and Carol Lynn Morgenroth Bruss. On March 25, 1995, he married Vanessa Hootman-Cotner in Winfield, IA.

Neil was a supervisor for Grout Scouts in Fort Madison.

He attended Faith Christian Outreach Church in Mt. Pleasant.  He was a volunteer for the Stockport Fire & Rescue for the past three years.  He enjoyed hunting with his bow and muzzle loader, fishing, camping, and was an avid outdoorsman. Neil was a self taught jack of all trades, and could build or fix anything.  He enjoyed being a Shade Tree Mechanic, and working on his house and man cave. Neil was a collector of Coca Cola, Green Bay Packers, Chevy Novas, and Dale Earnahrdt memorabilia.

Survivors include his wife; one son, Trent (Sesalie) Hootman of Mount Pleasant; two daughters, Tosha (Earl Griffin) Nichols of Mount Pleasant, and Nicole (Ronnie Withrow) Cotner of Fairfield; five grandchildren, Clinton Shields-Hootman, Shailah Hootman, Elijah Nichols, Avayah Griffin, King Griffin; his parents, Neil & Carol Bruss, Sr. of Waldo, WI; one brother, Bill (Amy) Bruss of Sheboygan, WI; two sisters, Lorrie (Dennis) Kluck, and Michelle (Bob) Rittberg both of Adell, WI; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Allen & Irma Morgenroth, and his paternal grandparents, Louis J. & Dorthy Bruss.

Visitation will be from noon until 7:00 PM with the family to receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM, Friday at the Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home.

The funeral service for Mr. Bruss will be 1:00 PM Saturday, March 4, 2017, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home with Pastor Bobby Harris officiating.  Burial will be in Kossuth Cemetery.

A memorial has been established for the Bruss Family and the Stockport Fire & Rescue.

Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home is in care of the arrangements.

A photo tribute can be viewed and condolences can be sent to the family by visiting Neil’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Arlene Ferguson , 87, of Burlington, died at 1:30 AM Wednesday, March 1, 2017, at the Blair House Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Burlington.

Born August 25, 1929, in West Burlington, she was the daughter of Paul and Lessie Bult. On August 30, 1947, she married Kenneth Warren Ferguson in Keokuk. He passed away on May 31, 2016.

She was a graduate of Burlington High School.

Arlene worked for Burlington Central Bag and Burlap, assisted her sister in a restaurant business at the Lincolnville Cafe and a catering business for Champion Spark Plug, and also worked at Apollo and Burlington High School food service.

She was of the Protestant faith. Arlene took great pride in tending her beautiful flower gardens and vegetable gardens. She shared a love of animals with her husband, Kenny, and they had many beloved pets over the years. Arlene made many beautiful quilts, crocheted afghans, and doilies and was an excellent cook. She enjoyed going to Quarter Horse shows and camp-outs with Kenny and Sherry. Arlene and Kenny enjoyed fishing and camping with friends and family at Lake Geode, the Skunk and Mississippi Rivers, and spending time at Dave and Sherry’s cabin.

Survivors include her daughter, Sherry Lynn (David) Zeller of Burlington; one granddaughter, Jessie (Mike) Zeller-Werle of North Liberty; and one great-granddaughter, Alexis Werle of North Liberty; and several nieces and nephews.

Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Herbert Bult and Lester Bult; and two sisters, Betty Patton and Fern Jones.

Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh~Thielen Crematory.

A private graveside committal service will be held in Aspen Grove Cemetery at a later date.

Memorials have been established for Great River Hospice House and the Des Moines County Humane Society.

Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home is in care of the arrangements.

Venceslaus “Walter” Reneson 95, of Danville, Iowa, died Wednesday, March 1, 2017 at New London Specialty Care.

According to his wishes, Mr. Reneson has been cremated.  A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, March 4, 2017 at Elliott Chapel, New London.  Pastor Dean Graber will officiate.  Inurnment will be held in Pleasant Grove Cemetery of Henry County with full military honors by the Henry County Honor Guard.  Visitation with the family present will be held from 1:00 PM until time of the service on Saturday.  Memorials have been established to the New London Specialty Care Activity Program and Great River Hospice.

Condolences can be sent to the family by visiting Helen’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Kevin Scott Martin, 53, of Burlington, died at 11:31 AM Tuesday, February 21, 2017, at the St. Joseph Hospital in Phoenix after battling leukemia for a few years..

Born September 15, 1963, in Burlington, he was the son of Thomas Owen and Karen A. Gardner Martin.

Kevin enjoyed fishing, pheasant hunting, camping, and mushroom hunting.

Survivors include his mother, Karen A. Martin of Burlington; two brothers, Marcus (Amy) Martin and Tracy (Jenny) Martin both of Burlington; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father and grandparents.

Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh~Thielen Crematory.

The private family graveside committal service and inurnment will be held Friday March, 3, 2017 at Aspen Grove Cemetery.

Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home is in care of the arrangements.

Condolences can be sent to the family by visiting Kevin’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Mary Jane Mattson, 98, of Fort Madison, died at 7:25 PM Saturday, March 4, 2017, at the Fort Madison Community Hospital.

Born February 18, 1919, in Burlington, she was the daughter of Charles and Ada Shoemaker. On December 23, 1941, she married Edgar Paul Mattson in Schuyler County, Missouri. He passed away on September 1, 1996.

She attended Burlington High School.

Mary Jane was a dedicated employee of Winegard for over 30 years.

She enjoyed taking walks, biking, fishing, doing crossword puzzles, sewing, needlepoint, and always had a great sense of fashion.

Survivors include her two daughters, Judith and her husband, Tony Walz of Fort Madison and Paulette Swanson of Albuquerque, NM; 11 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; 7 great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her three sons, David C. Mattson, Gary D. Mattson, and Steven K. Mattson; one daughter, Lana Faye Mattson, two brothers, Joseph and Gerald Shoemaker.

The Graveside Committal Service for Mrs. Mattson will be held at 10:00 AM Wednesday, March 8, 2017 at Burlington Memorial Park.

A memorial has been established.

Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home is in care of the arrangements.

Condolences can be sent to the family by visiting Mary’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Larry W. Miller, 72, New London, died Sunday, March 5, 2017 at New London Specialty Care.

The funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM, Friday, March 10 at Elliott Chapel, New London.

Pastors Rod Cooper and Nathan Cooper will officiate.

Visitation will begin at noon Thursday, at the chapel with the family present to greet friends from

5:00 – 7:00 PM.  A memorial has been established for Great River Hospice.

Mary Elizabeth Allen, 93, of Dallas City, IL passed away at 12:44 a.m. Friday, March 3, 2017 at the LaHarpe-Davier Health Care Center in LaHarpe.

Mary was born on May 17, 1923 in Roseville, IL the daughter of Ora D. and Alma Marie Jackson Manuel. On October 12, 1947 she married G. Phillip Allen in Avon, IL. He preceded her in death on March 12, 2007.

Mary was a graduate of Avon High School and Western Illinois University in Macomb, where she was a member of the Green Door Drama Club and sang in Women’s Chorus. She was an elementary school teacher in Ferris, IL, Lomax, IL, and Dallas City. She retired in 1986 after 20 years as an educator.

Mary was active in community theater, performing with the Hancock County Theater, Hamilton, IL; Old Fort Players and Paddle Wheel Players, Fort Madison, IA; and Players Workshop, Burlington, IA.

She also loved to sing, performing as a soloist and in numerous ensembles and choruses. Mary was a member of her church choir and was director of the youth choir. She performed with Sarah Smith in gospel concerts and with an album, “Catch the Spirit.”

Mary was a member of the Dallas City United Methodist Church, serving on the Administrative Council and holding numerous other offices. She later became a member of the Colusa United Methodist Church.

She was a leader of Brownie and Girl Scout Troop and served as librarian of the former Dallas City Library.

For a number of years she was a membership campaign worker for the Burlington Civic Music Association and the Fort Madison Community Concert Association.

Mary was a member of Delta Kappa Gamma Society International, an organization of women educators.

Mary provided valuable help at the Dallas City Enterprise, published by her husband Phil and his parents, George and Edith Allen.

Mary was an avid reader of mysteries, she corrected many errors in the books, thanks to her proof reading skills. Mary was proud of her Native American ancestry and contributed to several Native American schools.

Mary also volunteered as a teacher’s aide, working one-on-one with third grade reading. She was a member of the Illinois Retired Teachers Association and the Hancock County Retired Teachers Association. Mary was happy to see the Cubs win the World Series in her Lifetime. She and Phil were big fans.

Survivors include two daughters, Patricia (Ben) Allen-Stewart of Galena, IL and Marie (Ken) Allen of Chicago, IL, two sons, Andrew (Felice) Allen of Chicago, IL and Anthony (Jane) Allen of Lyons, WI, five grandchildren, one brother, Odette Bultemeier of Little Swan Lake, IL and several nieces and nephews.

She was proceded in death by her husband and one brother, James Manuel.

Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 11, 2017 at Banks & Beals Funeral Home in Dallas City with David Poland officiating. Burial will be held at a later date in Harris Cemetery near Dallas City. Friends may call after 4:00 p.m. Friday at the funeral home where the family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. A memorial fund has been established for the Colusa United Methodist Church or Blessing Hospice. Condolences may be left at banksandbeals.com.

Ellen Joyce Wiemer, 84, of Burlington, died at 12:18 PM Friday, March 3, 2017, at the Great River Medical Center in West Burlington.

Born February 18, 1933, in Charles City, IA, she was the daughter of Elmer Nelson and Iva Lottman Rutledge. On July 18, 1954, she married Paul Wayne Wiemer in Charles City, IA.  He died on October 12, 2004.

Ellen worked for Champion Spark Plugs for 34 years.

She was a member of Bethany Lutheran Church. She was a member of Duck’s Unlimited, Pheasants Forever, and the Foundation of North American Wild Sheep. She enjoyed word find, gardening, gambling at the casino, traveling, vacationing, bird and deer watching.

Survivors include her daughter, Tina Renee (Dan) Savage of Burlington; three grandchildren, James (Ann) Vaghan of Des Moines, Tasha Runnells of Burlington, and Allan (Racheal) Runnells of North Liberty; her caretaker, Denise Peal of Burlington; her dog, Shadow; and her granddog, Pearl.

Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, one daughter, Kimberly A. Vaghan, one brother, Earl Rutledge, and one sister, Ruth Hollensteiner

Visitation will be from noon until 7:00 PM with the family to receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Monday, March 6, 2017 at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.

The funeral service for Mrs. Wiemer will be 10:00 AM Tuesday, March 7, 2017, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home with Pastor Paul Hermansen officiating.  Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery.

Memorials have been established for Bethany Lutheran Church and the Des Moines County Humane Society.

Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home is in care of the arrangements.

A photo tribute can be viewed and condolences can be sent to the family by visiting Ellen’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Genna Eileen Webster, 30, of Burlington, died at 2:20 PM Wednesday, March 1, 2017, at the Great River Medical Center in West Burlington.

Born July 31, 1986, in Burlington, she was the daughter of Kenneth D. and Kelly Coffin Floyd. On February 26, 2011, she married Bradley J. Webster in Lomax Christian Church.

She graduated from Burlington High School in 2005. She attended Southeastern Community College and Kirkwood Community College.

Genna worked for La Tavola and provided in-home daycare.

She was of the Episcopal faith. She loved her dog, Dolly, enjoyed spending time with the children she took care of, and hanging out with friends, but most of all, Genna loved spending time with her two girls.

Survivors include her husband, Bradley; two daughters, Olive Jo Webster and Oaklee Faye Webster; her father, one brother, George (Tracy) Floyd of Burlington; paternal grandmother, Eileen Floyd of Burlington; aunts and uncles, Kathleen (Drake) DeLang of Burlington, Kris (Michelle) Floyd of Burlington, Kristi (Jerry) Huffman of Burlington, Kim (Don) Johnson of O’Fallon, MO; nephews and nieces, Lucas Floyd, Adeline and Garrett Webster, Axel Webster; and several cousins.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Kelly Floyd; her father-in-law, Greg Webster; her paternal grandfather; Kenneth Darrel Floyd Sr; and her maternal grandparents, George and Lynda Coffin.

Private family services will be held.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for her daughters’ education.

Prugh Funeral Service is in care of the arrangements.

A tribute video and condolences can be sent to the family by visiting Genna’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Ronald Lewis Pallister, age 68, of Osage Beach, Missouri, and formerly of Wapello, died Thursday, March 2, 2017, at the Capital Region Medical Center in Jefferson City, Missouri.  The son of Lewis and Jean Polton Pallister, Ron was born on February 16, 1949 in Cedar Rapids.

He married Susan Schlutz on October 18, 1968 in Cedar Rapids.  She preceded him in death on December 23, 1995.  Ron married Kathy Blasor on November 14, 2014 at Osage Beach.

He graduated from Wapello High School and from a technical school in Cedar Rapids with a degree in Diesel Mechanics.  He had worked at Rath Packing and then at the sawmill with his Dad until owning and operating Pallister Pallets in Wapello for several years.  In retirement, he enjoyed restoring farm tractors and was also a school bus driver in Osage Beach.

Ron was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles.  He also owned, operated, and raced at 34 Raceway in West Burlington and the Wapello Speedway.  He had his pilot’s license and captain’s license and enjoyed flying and boating.

His family includes his wife, Kathy; son, Ted & Heidi Pallister of Wapello; daughter, Heather Darts of Burlington; a step-daughter, Tonya Blasor of Burlington; and seven grandchildren, Ashtin, Dalton, Keaton, Brentin, Mason, Hunter, and Kyli.  He was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, Susan; and his beloved dog, Sam.

Following cremation, the funeral ceremony for Ron Pallister will be held at 10:30 AM on Saturday, March 11, 2017, at the Dudgeon-McCulley Funeral Home in Wapello.

The family will meet friends from 5:00 to 7:00 PM on Friday at the Dudgeon-McCulley Funeral Home.

A memorial fund has been established.

Condolences may be given and viewed at www.dudgeonmcculley.com.

Raymond Francis Eibes, 97, of Omaha and formerly of Burlington, died at 12:15 AM Sunday, February 19, 2017, at the Bickford of Omaha in Omaha, Neb.

Born January 3, 1920, in Kingston, IA, he was the son of Joseph and Clementine Panther Eibes. On August 27, 1941, he married Mary Jane Brust in Burlington, IA. She died on November 1, 2005.

Raymond was a welder and sheet metal worker for Murray Iron Works for 42 years.

He was a member of SS. Mary & Patrick Catholic Church.

He was a U.S. Army Veteran serving during World War II.

Raymond enjoyed hunting, gardening and spending time with his family.

Survivors include two sons, Mark (Jeanne) Eibes of Carter Lake, IA and Tim (Kathy) Eibes of Chicago, IL; four grandchildren, Justin Eibes, Elissa (Eric) Blabac, Joe Eibes and Amanda (Matt) Meyer and four great-grandchildren, Anthony (AJ) Eibes, Annie Eibes, Alex Blabac and Brenley Meyer.

Besides his wife he was preceded in death by his parents; five brothers, Ferdinand, John, William, Edward and Paul Eibes; five sisters, Amelia Eibes, Esther McDorman, Lucy Crow, Mabel Helscher, and Wilma Erbland.

Cremation has been accorded.

The family will receive friends from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM Saturday, March 11, 2017 at SS. Mary & Patrick Catholic Church.

The Memorial Mass of the Resurrection for Mr. Eibes will be 11:00 AM Saturday, March 11, 2017, at SS. Mary & Patrick Catholic Church, West Burlington with Very Rev. Father Marty Goetz as the Celebrant.  Music will be provided by the Des Moines County Resurrection Choir.  Full military honors will be rendered by the Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard.  Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery.  A time of food and fellowship will be held at SS. Mary & Patrick Parish Center following the burial.

Memorial contributions can be made to SS. Mary & Patrick Catholic Church.

Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home is in care of the arrangements.

Condolences can be sent to the family by visiting Raymond’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Edward C. Breuer, 96, of Burlington, died at home with family at his bedside at 12:03 PM on Sunday, March 5, 2017.

Born October 8, 1920, in Union Township Des Moines County, he was the son of Clarence and Esther Viola Miller Breuer. On August 8, 1945, he married the love of his life Agnes Cecelia Wiemann in Burlington. She died May 12, 1987.

He was a 1938 graduate of Burlington High School and grew up in the Spring Grove area attending Spring Grove Methodist Church until marriage. He and the “love of his life”, Agnes, spent their lives being great role models for their children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren as well as good stewards of the land.

Edward worked his whole life as a farmer. He truly enjoyed farming and was engaged in dairying and received many awards in recognition for good dairy productivity.  Later, he converted his herd to beef. Edward served over several decades in leadership roles in the Agriculture Stabilization Conservation (ASC) Office, Dairy Herd Improvement Association, Southeast Iowa Breeders Association of Des Moines County, Farm Bureau of Des Moines County and the County Extension Office. He served several terms with the Des Moines County Fair Board and was instrumental in getting the fair to its current location. He was honored as Cattleman of the year in 2005, Friend of the Des Moines County Fair in 2007 and was inducted into the Iowa State 4-H Hall of Fame along with his wife in 2012.

Survivors include his nine daughters, Barbara King of Fond du Lac, WI, Colleen Breuer of Burlington, DeeDee Petersen of Ankeny, Patty (Tom) Huppenbauer of Burlington, Joan (John) Pilger of Burlington, Cindy (Kevin) Fleming of Plano, TX, Martha (Greg) Tiemeier of Peoria, IL, Ann (Terry) Good of Oneida, IL, and Debbie (Greg) Wischmeier of Dodgeville; two sons, Donald (Ericka) Breuer and Ronald (Anne) Breuer both of Burlington; 23 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Besides his wife, he was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Mildred Miller and Dorothy Gieselman.

Visitation will be from noon until 7:00 PM with the family to receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Thursday, March 9, 2017 at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.

The funeral service for Edward Breuer will be 10:00 AM Friday, March 10, 2017, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home with Very Rev. Father Marty Goetz officiating. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for The Des Moines County 4-H Foundation, Dup15q Alliance (Chromosomal Disorder), and St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry.

Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home & Crematory is in care of the arrangements.

A photo tribute can be viewed and condolences can be sent to the family by visiting Edward’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com

Cameron James Harris, infant son, of Christopher James Harris and Mycha Thalia Rodriquez, died at 7:34 AM Saturday, March 4, 2017, at the Great River Medical Center in West Burlington.

Survivors include his father, Christopher James Harris of Burlington; her mother, Mycha Thalia Rodriquez of Burlington; three sisters, Ariah, Maleiya, and Tiana Harris at home; maternal grandmother, Maria Gonzalez of Houston, TX; paternal grandmother, Delphine Harris of Crestwood, IL; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandfathers.

Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh~Thielen Crematory.

The memorial service for Cameron will be 2:00 PM Friday, March 10, 2017, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home with Reverend Dean Graber officiating.

Jim K. Manley, 75, of Burlington, died at 10:20 AM Thursday, March 9, 2017, at his home.

Born July 10, 1941, in Fairfield, he was the son of Harold Herman and Carrie Goemaat Manley. In June of 1964, he married Linda L Campbell at Calvary Baptist Church in Fairfield.

Jim previously worked for Arledge Transfer and then work at CF as a truck driver for the last 10 years.

He graduated from Fairfield High School in 1959.

He was a U.S. Army Veteran during the Vietnam War.

He was a lifetime member of the V.F.W. and enjoyed Western books and movies, “tinkerin” on various things and projects, he loved his truck and his old mercury. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.

Survivors include wife; two sons, Braiden M. Manley of West Burlington, Michael L. (JoAnne) Manley of Mediapolis; and four grandchildren, Cody, Abby, Melody and KaryAnne Manley.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh~Thielen Crematory.

The memorial service for Mr. Manley will be 2:00 PM Monday, March 13, 2017, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home with full military honors rendered by the Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard.  Burial will be in Kossuth Cemetery at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established.

Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home is in care of the arrangements.

A photo tribute can be viewed and condolences can be sent to the family by visiting Jim’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Elfrieda Marie ‘Frieda’ Beik, age 101, of Wapello, died Saturday morning, March 11, 2017, at the Colonial Manor in Columbus Junction.  The daughter of William and Emma Friedrick Bartenhagen, she was born on May 22, 1915 in Muscatine County, Iowa.  She married Keith H. Beik on July 22, 1936 in New Era.  He preceded her in death on December 18, 1996.

Elfrieda graduated from Grandview Consolidated High School in 1933.  She was a homemaker and lived on the family farm until April of 2015.  She had been a member of the Grandview Federated Club, the Lone Tree Aide, and the Keep Pace Club.  She was known for her great sense of humor and she enjoyed dancing, travelling, and her family especially her grandchildren.

She is survived by a son, Bill & Sharon Beik of Wapello; 3 grandchildren, Kim Burkamper of Muscatine, Lora Rash of Granger, and Greg Beik of Muscatine; 7 great grandchildren; and 2 great great grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Keith; 4 brothers, Albert, Clarence, Walder, and Henry Bartenhagen; and a sister, Ella Schmidt.

The funeral ceremony for Elfrieda Beik will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, March 20, 2017, at the Dudgeon-McCulley Funeral Home in Wapello where the family will also meet with friends prior to the funeral from 10:00 to 11:00 AM.  Rev. Darryl Erickson will officiate and burial will follow at the Grandview Cemetery.  The family and friends will gather for a lunch fellowship at the Grandview Community Bible Church Fellowship Hall following the burial.

Memorial gifts will benefit the Wapello Rescue Unit.

Condolences may be given and viewed at www.dudgeonmcculley.com.

Jim K. Manley, 75, of Burlington, died at 10:20 AM Thursday, March 9, 2017, at his home.

Born July 10, 1941, in Fairfield, he was the son of Harold Herman and Carrie Goemaat Manley. In June of 1964, he married Linda L Campbell at Calvary Baptist Church in Fairfield.

Jim previously worked for Arledge Transfer and then work at CF as a truck driver for the last 10 years.

He graduated from Fairfield High School in 1959.

He was a U.S. Army Veteran during the Vietnam War.

He was a lifetime member of the V.F.W. and enjoyed Western books and movies, “tinkerin” on various things and projects, he loved his truck and his old mercury. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.

Survivors include wife; two sons, Braiden M. Manley of West Burlington, Michael L. (JoAnne) Manley of Mediapolis; and four grandchildren, Cody, Abby, Melody and KaryAnne Manley.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh~Thielen Crematory.

The memorial service for Mr. Manley will be 2:00 PM Monday, March 13, 2017, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home with full military honors rendered by the Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard.  Burial will be in Kossuth Cemetery at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established.

Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home is in care of the arrangements.

A photo tribute can be viewed and condolences can be sent to the family by visiting Jim’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Doris Elaine Wilson Cresap, 94, of Des Moines, formerly of Danville, died Saturday, March 11, 2017 at Kavanagh House in Des Moines.  Visitation will begin at noon Thursday at Elliott Chapel, New London, with the family present to greet friends from 4:00 – 7:00 PM.  A prayer service will be held at 7:00 PM, with Pastor Kathleen Moore officiating.  Private family burial will be held in Jaggar Cemetery, rural Danville.  A memorial service will be held at 1:00 PM Saturday at Wesley Acres, Des Moines.

Memorials have been established for Danville United Methodist Church and Wesley Acres Good Samaritan Fund.

Timothy Thomas Corporon, 75, of New London, died Sunday, March 12, 2017 at New London Specialty Care. The funeral service for Mr. Timothy Corporon will be Thursday at 10:30 AM at Elliott Chapel, New London with Pastor Aimee Goldmeyer officiating.  Visitation will begin at noon Wednesday with the family present to greet friends from 5:00 – 7:00 PM.  Burial will be at Burge Cemetery, New London.

Memorials have been established to New London Rescue Unit; New London Specialty Care Activity Fund and New London Presbyterian Church.

Sheli Ann Staley Murphy, 49, of Fremont, formerly of New London, died Monday, March 13, 2017 at her home. A Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, March 18 at Elliott Chapel, New London.  Reverend David Mixon will officiate.  According to her wishes, cremation has been accorded.  A memorial has been established to help defray funeral expenses.

Rick L. Rountree, age 55 of Burlington, Iowa, formerly of Media, Illinois, passed away at 4:30 a.m. Wednesday March 15, 2017 at Great River Hospice House in West Burlington, Iowa. He was born April 5, 1961 in Monmouth, Illinois, the son of Jack L. and Betty L. Hasting Rountree. On October 10, 1984, he married Lorretta Lant in Terre Haute, Illinois.

Rick was a graduate of Monmouth High School. He lived in the Media area for twenty seven years, moving to Burlington in 2011. He was a Supervisor for COBO International in West Burlington for four years. Prior to that, he was a self employed truck driver, and worked at several manufacturing jobs in the Burlington area. He was a former member of the M.S.T. Fire Department in Media, and also served as an E.M.T. for the Stronghurst Ambulance Service. Rick enjoyed fishing, motorcycles, remote controlled airplanes, and especially loved spending time with his grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife, Lorretta, one son, Patrick L. (Sebeth Magner) Rountree II, of Burlington, three grandchildren, Ian, Connor and Patrick III, his stepfather, Bill Lee of Monmouth, IL, one brother, Mike (Cathy) Rountree of Burlington, and three sisters, Debbie (Mike) Hawk, Kathy (Dennis) Yates, and Sherri Rountree, all of Monmouth. He was preceded in death by his parents.

A Gathering of Friends and Family, and a Luncheon will be at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, March 25, 2017 at St. Patrick’s Community Center near Raritan, Illinois. A memorial fund has been established for Great River Hospice House in West Burlington. Banks & Beals Funeral Home of Stronghurst is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be left at banksandbeals.com.

Patricia Ann Sutty, 69, of Burlington, died at 9:48 AM Wednesday, March 15, 2017, at her home.

Born January 1, 1948, in Burlington, she was the daughter of John André and Rita Ann Lockwood Howell. On September 14, 1984, she married Robert Steven Sutty in Burlington.

Patricia worked at Winegard for 41 years.

She was a member of SS. Mary and Patrick Catholic Church. She enjoyed traveling, geneology, shopping with her grandchildren, Rachel and Zachary, but most of all spending time with her family and grandchildren. Patricia fought and survived stage 4 cancer since 1989.

Survivors include her husband, Robert Steven; two daughters, Brenda Jeanne VaLeu and Debra Ann (Tony) Leuschen both of Burlington; two grandchildren, Rachel Leuschen and Zachary Leuschen; 10 siblings; Mary Ann Wilbanks of Burlington, John Howell of Burlington, Cheryl (Jerry) Powell of Burlington, Barbara (Ronald) Bechtel of West Burlington, James (Tammy) Howell of Burlington, Kathryn (Michael) McCannon of Burlington, Michael Howell of Stronghurst, IL, Theresa Mack of Burlington, Rita JoAnn (Richard) Schoof of Burlington, and Julia (Dan) Wischmeier of Burlington; many, many nieces and nephews and several cousins; two uncles, Francis Howell of Jacksonville, FL and Henry Howell of Columbus, OH.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Visitation will be from noon until 7:00 PM with the family to receive friends following a 5:00 PM Rosary Service until 7:00 PM Friday, March 17, 2017, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.

The funeral service for Mrs. Sutty will be 10:00 AM Saturday, March 18, 2017, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home with Very Rev. Father Marty Goetz as the Officiant. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery. A time of food and fellowship will be held in the community room at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home following the burial.

A memorial has been established for St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry.

Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home is in care of the arrangements.

A photo tribute can be viewed and condolences can be sent to the family by visiting Patricia’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Tracey Denise Howe, 52, of rural New London died at 1:45 p.m. Tuesday, March 14, 2017, at Great River Medical Center.

Born July 23, 1964 in Burlington, she was the daughter of Delbert and Ruth (Powell) Howe.

Ms. Howe was a 1982 graduate of Danville High School and received her associate’s degree in nursing in 1993 from SCC.

Ms. Howe loved her career as an OB Nurse at Fort Madison Community Hospital for 23 years where she participated in over 600 deliveries of babies.  She also was a NRP instructor at the hospital for 15 years and was selected as Employee of the Month in August of 2016.  Her positive attitude was contagious.  Her unique and frequent laugh would make you smile and laugh when you heard it.  She truly had a heart of gold.  Her compassion was never ending.  She was an excellent teacher and was an inspiration to the nursing students.

She was a member of Danville First Baptist Church and enjoyed cooking, being on the river and spending time with her family and grandchildren.

Survivors include her son, James Robert (Kayleigh) Glick of Quincy, Illinois; two grandchildren, Bryleigh Glick and Trevis Glick; her father, Delbert Howe of New London; and one brother, Todd (Julie) Howe of Burlington; several nieces and nephews, and great nieces and nephews

She was preceded in death by her mother; son, Robert Warren; and brother, Trevis.

Friends may call from noon until 8 p.m. Friday, March 17^th, at Lunning Chapel where the family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m.

The memorial funeral service for Ms. Howe will be 11 a.m. Saturday, March 18^th, at Danville First Baptist Church with Pastor Jack Edmisson officiating.

A memorial has been established for a nursing scholarship fund in memory of Tracey Howe.

Cremation has been entrusted to Lunning Chapel and will be accorded following the visitation.

Donald R. Oetken, 78, of Burlington, died at 4:38 PM Wednesday, March 15, 2017, at the Great River Medical Center in West Burlington.

Born October 6, 1938, in Burlington, he was the son of John Benard and Jeannetta Blanche Mullin Oetken. On October 4, 1958, he married Barbara Weiler in Burlington.

He was a graduate of Burlington High School.

Donald worked in the beverage industry including 26 years with Coca-Cola, and 15 years with Mid-Continent Bottlers.

He enjoyed his spending time with his dogs at the cabin he built in Illinois; he also enjoyed  being outside, doing things such as hunting mushrooms, pheasants and ducks. Later in life, he enjoyed riding his four-wheeler up at the cabin; but most of all, Donald enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife, Barbara; two sons, Robert (Melanie) Oetken of Jupiter, FL and Matt (Shannon) Oetken of Middletown; two daughters, Lori Parker of Burlington and Jennifer (Robert) Haley of Middletown; 14 grandchildren, Sarah Parker, Rachel Parker, Madison Oetken, Boyd Oetken, Donald Bracey, Douglas Bracey, Graham Oetken, Alexis Oetken, Alexia Banks, Samuel Banks, Elizabeth Oetken, Robert Haley, Jake Haley, and Jessica Haley; two great-grandchildren, Lily Greene and Kira Bleything; and one sister, Leona (Roy) Burke of Burlington.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one daughter, Lisa Bracey; and one brother, Randy.

Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM, Saturday, March 18, 2017 where the family will receive friends at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.

The funeral service for Mr. Oetken will be 3:00 PM Sunday, March 19, 2017, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home with Reverend Dean Graber officiating. A time of food and fellowship will be held in the community room at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home following the service.

Cremation will be entrusted to the care of Prugh~Thielen Crematory following the service.  Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery at a later date.

A memorial has been established.

Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home is in care of the arrangements.

A photo tribute can be viewed and condolences can be sent to the family by visiting Donald’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Virgie Lovetta Laughlin, 82, of Davenport, formerly of New London, died Wednesday, March 15, 2017 at Good Samaritan Home, Davenport.  The funeral service for Virgie Laughlin will be at 2:00 PM, Monday, March 20, 2017 at Elliott Chapel, New London.  Pastor Rod Cooper will officiate.  Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM with the family present to greet friends one hour prior to the service.  Interment will be held at Pleasant Grove Cemetery of Henry County.  A memorial has been established for Good Samaritan Society, Davenport, Iowa.

Darlene Louise Comstock, 95, of Hamilton, IL passed away Friday, March 17, 2017, four days before turning 96, at the River Hills Village in Keokuk, IA.

Darlene was born March 21, 1921 in rural Lomax, IL the daughter of Guy and Mary Hutson Little. She was united in marriage to Vern Comstock on July 28, 1945. He preceded her in death on August 7, 2014.

She was a graduate of the LaHarpe High School. Darlene was unendingly devoted to family and friends. Religion and church was an integral part of life. An accomplished pianist and organist, she served as pianist and organist for 70+ years for LaHarpe and Hamilton Churches.

She was an excellent cook, pie baking her specialty. She enjoyed cooking for her family and friends.

Survivors are daughter, Jeanne (Neil) Bennett of Iowa City, IA, son, Max (Linda) Comstock of Springfield, IL, five grandchildren, Gwendolyn (Tom Rogers) Bennett of Deer Park, IL, Nicole (Michael Nguyen) Bennett of Atlanta, GA, Angela Comstock of Springfield, IL, Phil (Kristy) Comstock of Chatham, IL, Greg Comstock of Grass Valley, CA, four great-grandchildren, Griffin and Liem of Atlanta, GA and Ariana and Kenzie of Chatham, IL.

Darlene was preceded in death by her husband, Vern, one sister, Martha Jean Cratsenberg and six brothers, Stanley, Robert, George, Wayne, Richard and Lldon Little.

Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 22, 2017 at the Hamilton United Methodist Church, Hamilton, with Nicholas Gleason officiating. After the services there will be a luncheon at the church followed by burial at the LaHarpe Cemetery, LaHarpe. The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Tuesday at Banks & Beals Funeral Home in LaHarpe. A memorial fund has been established for the Hamilton United Methodist Church or Lee County Hospice. To sign the guest book or leave an online condolence please visit banksandbeals.com.

Richard D. Morris, age 80 of rural Gladstone, Illinois, passed away at 8:30 p.m. Friday March 17, 2017 at the Klein Center in West Burlington, Iowa. He was born October 24, 1936 near Stronghurst, Illinois, the son of Charles H. and Myrtle Irene Walker Morris. On April 29, 1956, he married Elsie E. Campbell in Rozetta, Illinois.

Mr Morris was a store manager for HyVee Grocery Stores. He first worked in Burlington, later in Mason City and Altoona, and from 1970 until his retirement in 1987, he managed the Trenton, Missouri store. While in Trenton, he was a member of the Rotary Club, Booster Club, managed the Trenton Junior Olympics, and was active in several community affairs.

Richard also farmed near Gladstone, and was co-owner of the former Hend-Co Hills golf course of Biggsville. He enjoyed geneology, coin collecting, golfing, and was an avid sports enthusiast. He was of the Christian faith.

Survivors include his wife, one daughter, Deana (Dale) Smith of Baldwin City, KS, two sons, Mark (Carol) Morris of Bedford, IA, Steve Morris of Clarinda, IA, eight grandchildren, Raven and Eli Morris, Jennifer McNutt, Elizabeth Smith, Steven and Stephanie Johnson, Adam Smith, Nichole Harris, four great grandchildren, Adriana and Alaina Smith, and Micah and Eloise Harris, four sisters, Marjorie (Wendell) Torrance of West Burlington, IA, Mary (Charles) Martin of Monmouth, IL, Karyl Sears of Charleston, IL, Jan (J.R.) Cargill of Gladstone, IL, and one brother David Morris of Gladstone, IL. He was preceded in death by one daughter- Karen Johnson and one brother, Eugene Morris.

Visitation will be from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. Monday at Banks & Beals Funeral Home in Stronghurst. The funeral will be at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday March 21, 2017 at Banks & Beals with Rev. Howard Ross officiating. Burial will follow in the Biggsville Cemetery. Memorials have been established for the Biggsville United Methodist Church and for Alzheimers Research. Condolences may be left at banksandbeals.com.

Mr. Lynn Leinbach, 66, of Stronghurst, IL passed away at 10:25 a.m. Sunday, March 19, 2017 at the Great River Hospice House, West Burlington, IA.He was born on October 20, 1950 in Burlington, IA, the son of Ernest and Jean Gibb Leinbach. On February 20, 1976 he married Linda Mitchell.

Lynn was a graduate of the Stronghurst High School, and received an associates degree from the Spoon River College in Canton, IL. He then served in the National Guard for six years. He was employed by the Henderson County Highway Department from 1970 to 1984, and for the past 33 years, was a General Superintendent for Gunther Contruction of Galesburg, IL. He was an avid outdoorsman and loved hunting, fishing and enjoyed spending time in his “Pines” near Stronghurst. He was a member of the Stronghurst Christian Church.

Survivors include his wife, two sons, Scott (Angie) Leinbach of West Burlington , Chad Leinbach of Carthage, IL and four grandchildren: Mason, Mitchell, Isaac and Owen Leinbach.

Lynn was preceded in death by his parents and one brother Terry Leinbach.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m.Thursday, March 23, 2017 at Banks & Beals Funeral Home in Stronghurst with Steve Minkler officiating. Burial will follow in the Walnut Grove Cemetery near Media. Friends may call from 2:00 until 7 p.m.Wednesday at the funeral home. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 9:00 a.m. until time of services at the funeral home. A memorial fund has been established for the Great River Hospice House. To leave a condolence or sign the guest book please visit banksandbeals.com.

Marguerite Louise (Peg) McCormally, 93, died March 17 at her home in Burlington, Iowa. According to her eldest son, Sean, Peg’s death on St. Patrick’s Day was befitting “a 93-year-old German woman who raised a headstrong clan of Irish children with a boundless supply of love, a firm sense of right and wrong, and a relentless commitment to justice. She died in the same bed in which she was born 93 years ago.”

She was born Marguerite Wichert in 1923 in Emporia, Kansas, and worked as an elementary school teacher after earning degrees in education and psychology from Kansas State Teachers College (later Emporia State University). In 1947, she married John McCormally, left the classroom when their first son was born, and remained at home to raise seven children. John, who won a Pulitzer Prize in 1965, credited Peg as his first editor. Together, they traveled extensively, investigated other cultures abroad, and with their children in tow, explored natural wonders and historic places at home.

The McCormallys moved to Burlington in 1965 when John became editor and publisher of The Burlington Hawk Eye. The family moved to a house on South Main at the entrance to Crapo Park. It was built on the shell of the 19th century Park Luncheonette. On Christmas Eve 1976, the two-story home was destroyed by fire; it was rebuilt in a modern style and Peg named it “Our Phoenix.” With her younger daughter in school, Peg earned a Child Development Associates degree and in 1969 became one of the first Head Start teachers in Burlington. She was also one of the longest-serving Head Start teachers in the nation when she retired after 19 years. “Mrs. Mac” continued as a volunteer at Head Start for many years thereafter. Peg and her husband attended President Jimmy Carter’s first state dinner at the White House in 1977 and two years later hosted President Carter and his wife, Rosalynn, at their home when the President visited Burlington.

During her life, Peg was active in Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, 4H, PTA, the League of Women Voters, the United Nations Association, the Burlington Human Rights Commission, and as a representative on the Des Moines County Extension Board.  She was a voracious reader and  faithful to her spiritual practices including her daily praying of the rosary.

Peg was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. She is survived by six children, Sean, Kevin (Anne), Timothy (Judith), and Terence (Katherine), of the Washington, D.C., area, and Thomas (Carla) and Mariann (Charles Smith), of the Kansas City area, one Son-in-law Chris Hess of Duncansville, PA 14 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband; her youngest child, Megan; daughter-in-law Cynthia Mills; and two brothers, Jack and Frederick.

Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh~Thielen Crematory.

Visitation will be from 1:00 PM until 8:00 PM with the family to receive friends following a 6:30 PM Rosary Service and Christian Wake Service until 8:00 PM Friday, March 24, 2017 at Prugh’s Chapel.

The Memorial Mass of the Resurrection for Peg McCormally will be 11:00 AM Saturday, March 25, 2017, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church with Very Rev. Father Marty Goetz as the Celebrant.  Music will be provided by the Des Moines County Resurrection Choir.  A time of food and fellowship will be held in St. John’s Cafeteria following the service. Burial will be in Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that gifts be made in Peg’s memory to the Friends of the Burlington Public Library Foundation.

A photo tribute can be viewed and condolences can be sent to the family by visiting Peg’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Dorothy M. Swafford, age 90, of Morning Sun, died Thursday morning, March 23, 2017, at the Great River Medical Center in West Burlington.  The daughter of George and Abbie Cole Coon, she was born on April 7, 1926 in Morning Sun.

Dorothy graduated from Morning Sun High School in 1944.  She had worked at Sylvania, Leopold Desk, and LaMont Limited all in Burlington.

She enjoyed her plants especially the amaryllis, crocheting, and bird feeding.

Her family includes a son, Dale & Gayle Shuster of Independence, Kansas; a daughter, Lori & Art Hamilton of Morning Sun; three grandchildren, Crystal & Alan Crew, Yolanda Shuster, and Levi Shuster; five great grandchildren; and three brothers, Robert Coon of Morning Sun, Clifford Coon of Sundance, Wyoming, and Marvin Coon of Burlington.  Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Don Cole; and a sister, Pauline Stern.

Friends may call from 3:00 to 7:00 PM on Monday, March 27, 2017, at the Hagele and Honts Funeral Home in Morning Sun where the family will meet friends from 5:00 to 7:00 PM.  A graveside service will be held at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, March 28, 2017, at the Elmwood Cemetery in Morning Sun with Pastor Jeff Duffy officiating.

Memorial gifts will benefit the Morning Sun Community Ambulance Service.

Condolences may be given and viewed at www.hageleandhonts.com.

Joyce Marie Snyder, 83, of West Burlington, died at 10:21 AM Wednesday, March 22, 2017, at the OSF Saint Francis Medical Center in Peoria, IL.

Born August 30, 1933, in Burlington, she was the daughter of Horse W. and Gladys May Huffman Remaly. On September 29, 1951, she married Glenn Louis Snyder in Burlington. He died July 26, 1996.

Joyce was a homemaker.

She was a member of New Hope Fellowship Church in Farmington, IL. She enjoyed shopping, crafts, painting, music, and singing.

Survivors include her daughter, Christina (Aaron) Bean of Elmwood, IL; five grandchildren, Joey Smiles, Jenny (Kevin) Shoop, Ashley Bean, Billy Bean, and Samantha Bean, and two that she considered grandchildren, Cody Jo Millman and Austin Lopez; three sisters, Margaret Hinman of Memphis, TN, Thelma Hill of Burlington, and Sandy (Dennis) Hunter of Ft. Madison; and several nieces and nephews.

Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents and four brothers.

Visitation will be from 8:00 AM until 10:30 AM with the family to receive friends from 9:30 AM until 10:30 AM Monday, March 27, 2017, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.

The funeral service for Mrs. Snyder will be 10:30 AM Monday, March 27, 2017, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home with Pastor Tom Wright officiating.  Cremation will be entrusted to the care of Prugh~Thielen Crematory following the service.

A memorial has been established.

A photo tribute can be viewed and condolences can be sent to the family by visiting Joyce’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Donovan Clair “Don” Acord, 83, of Burlington, died at 1:47 PM Friday, March 24, 2017, at the Blair House Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Burlington.

Born July 29, 1933, in Barnes City, he was the son of Wilbur Willard Acord and Margaret Marie Molyneus. He was raised by his mom and step-dad, Margaret and Harry Reuschenburg. On December 31, 1951, he married Marilyn Blessing. They later divorced.

When Don moved to Burlington, he worked for several businesses, Sears & Roebuk in receiving, Buhmeyer Auto Sales, and Strahn Bakery. He drove a bread truck, worked for 7-Up Bottling Company, R & S Bottling Co delivering out of town and in the Burlington area for 26 years. He then started his own Matco tool business he later sold and went to work for Montgomery Wards until they closed. He then retired.

He loved to socialize with people, drink coffee, gamble, attend auctions, watching old western movies, visit friends in Canada and California and visit his brother in Kansas. Don was known as the Pepsi man; he enjoyed playing Bingo, Card Shark and being outside. He played Santa for other families during the holidays. He was always very active his entire life until his stroke in 2011. He enjoyed joking with others and driving his wheel chair backwards.

Survivors include three sons, David (Barbara) Acord of Mediapolis, Rick (Pam) Acord of Olathe, KS, and Marc (Mary) Acord of Overland Park; three daughters, Sharon (Jerry) Neff of Burlington, Nancy Steveson of Marshalltown, and Diane (Blake) Scott of Burlington; 13 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren and one more on the way; and one brother, Duane Acord of Shawnee, KS.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his step-father, Harry Reuschenburg; one brother; one grandson, Travis Neff; and one son-in-law, Orville Steveson.

Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh~Thielen Crematory.

Visitation will be from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM, Wednesday, March 29, 2017 where the family to receive friends at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.

The Graveside Committal Service for Mr. Acord will be 11:00 AM Wednesday, March 29, 2017, at Aspen Grove Cemetery with Reverend Ryan Cosgrove officiating. A time of food and fellowship will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church following the burial.

Memorials have been established for the Special Needs Foundation and Boy Scout Troop 15 (Hope Haven).

Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home is in care of the arrangements.

A photo tribute can be viewed and condolences can be sent to the family by visiting Don’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Barry A. Geng, 79, of Burlington, died at 3:08 AM Saturday, March 25, 2017, peacefully in his home surrounded by his family.

Born April 23, 1937, in Burlington, he was the son of Reuben Francis and Margaret Winters Geng. On June 27, 1964, he married Sue Whitford in Omaha, NE.

He was of the Catholic faith.

He served in the United States Army serving at Walter Reed Hospital in Washington D.C. He attended Drake University and became a pharmacist. He returned to Burlington and opened Apothecary 24 with William Monroe in 1964. He became sole owner and operated it until his retirement in January 2001.

Barry loved life and all of the things he was able to do. Traveling the world, playing bridge, sailing, and golfing were some of his favorite activities. He was a pilot and drove race cars competing in SCCA and was division champion one year. He was a member of Old Fort Yacht, Knights of Columbus serving as a Black Knight and was one of the founding members of the Motley Crew Investment Club.

Survivors include his wife, Sue; his four children; Rebecca (Ross) Dowell of Lincoln, IL, Deborah (Gary) Brueck of Burlington, Steve (Diana) Geng of Myrtle Beach, SC and Kimberly (Jon) Wittkamp of Burlington. He loved his grandchildren, Jillian, Jordan, Blake, Logan, Hannah, Barrett, Zander, Danni, and Jacqueline and great-grandson, Ryker; one brother, Jim (Sarah) Geng of Largo, FL. He had several nieces and nephews. Barry and Sue also had several foster children.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

To continue his love of learning, Barry deeded his body to the University of Iowa so others can learn.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 10:00 AM Tuesday, March 28, 2017, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home with Reverend Dean Graber officiating. A time of food and fellowship will be held in the Prugh~Thielen community room following the celebration.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for Southeast Iowa Symphony and Great River Hospice.

Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home is in care of the arrangements.

A photo tribute video can be viewed and condolences can be sent to the family by visiting Barry’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Ms. Janice Maureen Stafford, 69, of West Burlington died at 6:01 p.m. Wednesday, March 22, 2017, at her home.  Born October 25, 1947 in Fort Madison, she was the daughter of Junius Marshall and Eleaner Gertrude (Martin) Clark.

Ms. Stafford was a bartender at North Hill Tap for 15 years, did powder coating at Winegard Company and most recently worked in housekeeping at Fun City, retiring in 2013.

Ms. Stafford was a hard worker and enjoyed playing cards, telling jokes, camping, fishing, and spending time eating with her family.

Survivors include her three daughters that she raised on her own, Melissa Ell, Michelle (Anthony Forthenberry) Stafford and Jennifer (Jason Johnson) Stafford all of Burlington; four grandchildren, Brandon Forthenberry, Matthew Ell, Suzanne Ell, and Madison Johnson; two brothers, Tom (Debbie) Clark of Denver, Colorado and Jim (Anna) Clark of Covington, Georgia; one sister, Judy Miller of Danville, Illinois; and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Friends may call from noon until 7 p.m. Thursday, March 30^th, at Lunning Chapel where the family will receive friends from 5 until 7 p.m.

A memorial has been established.

Cremation has been entrusted to Lunning Chapel and will be accorded following the visitation.

Mr. Terry L. Harvey, 49, of Burlington was found at his residence Wednesday, March 22, 2017.

Born August 18, 1967 in Corydon, IA, he was the son of Richard S. and Gwenda Kay Henderson Harvey.

Terry was a Direct Support Worker for Hope Haven for six years.

He graduated from West Burlington Arnold High School Class of 1985.

Terry was of the Methodist Faith. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and loved his Vikings and Cardinals.

Survivors include his daughter, Tera (Nate) Cooling of North Liberty, IA; one granddaughter, Charlotte; his mother and stepfather, Gwen and Jim Baker of West Burlington; his father, Richard (Donna) Harvey of Olney, IL; his maternal grandmother, Eula Henderson of Corydon; half-sister, Kolby (Sully) Streeby of Ottumwa; and half-brother, Cody (Stephanie) Harvey of Champaign, IL; stepbrother, Jeff (Tammy) Baker of Brookfield, MO; stepsisters, Karen Lorton of Macon, MO and Kim Baker of Brookfield, MO; nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Robert and Margaret Harvey and his maternal grandfather, Wayne Henderson.

The family will greet friends Saturday, April 8^th from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service.

The memorial service for Mr. Harvey will be 10 a.m. Saturday, April 8^th, 2017 at Lunning Chapel with Mr. Brad Bork officiating. Inurnment will be at a later date In Corydon Cemetery, Corydon, IA.

A memorial has been established for his granddaughter’s education.

Cremation has been accorded.