Dr. Kenneth Ross Rayner, 91, of New London, died Monday, April 16th at his home. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 AM, April 27th at Lone Tree Cemetery in Lone Tree. Pastor Rod Cooper will officiate. Immediately following the service the family will greet friends at a luncheon at the American Legion adjacent to the cemetery. A memorial has been established for Great River Hospice, West Burlington. Elliott Chapel, New London is assisting the family with arrangements.

Wanda Schmicker Walker, 93, of Burlington, died at 4:30 a.m. Friday, April 13, 2018 at Great River Hospice House.

Born on February 9, 1925 she was the daughter of Arthur and Marie (Mumme) Schmicker. She married Delbert Walker on June 21, 1949 in Burlington, IA.

Wanda was a bookkeeper and office manager for Aspen Grove Cemetery and C&E. She graduated from Burlington High School, was a member of St. Luke United Church of Christ and served on the Memorial Committee. She enjoyed picture painting and gardening. She loved flowers, dancing and her animals.

Survivors include her husband, Delbert and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, aunts and uncles.

The memorial service for Mrs. Walker will be 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 24th at Lunning Chapel. Pastor Hannah Ryan will officiate. Family will receive friends one hour prior to service. Cremation has been accorded.

A memorial has been established for St. Luke United Church of Christ.

Bonnie Coleen Garmoe, 65, of Burlington died Wednesday, April 18, 2018 at Great River Medical Center in West Burlington.

Born June 12, 1952 in LaHarpe, Illinois she was the daughter of Robert L. and Betty Jane (Reynolds) Kemp. She married Lyle Garmoe on February 22, 1975 in Stronghurst, Illinois.

Bonne was an amazing cook and enjoyed catering and food preparation for various meals, gatherings and BINGO. Her chocolate chip cookies were the best that can be made, along with her “welfare pizzas”. She loved being with her family and numerous friends. She was very generous with her time and talents and was known for her one of a kind personality and opinionated nature. Her favorite times were spent watching scary movies, scrolling through Facebook and enjoying Napoli pizza.

She is missed greatly by her husband Lyle Garmoe of Burlington; son Jamey (Jeana) Vancil of Charlotte, NC; daughter Laci (Corey) Ryan of Burlington; three grandchildren, Mariah, Mackenzy and Alisa; great grandson Raiden Thomas; four brothers, Terry (Linda Hanson) Kemp of Burlington, Don (Faye) Kemp of Sperry, Mike (Penny) Kemp of Burlington and Bob (Eneida) Kemp of Temple, TX; numerous nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews; sister-in-law Judy Asher of Wapello; half brother-in-law Orval Kerwood of Port Charlotte, FL and her Yorkie “Tutti”.

She was preceded in death by her parents, one child, one grandchild and half-sister Donna Lewis.

The funeral service for Bonnie will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, April 23rd at Lunning Chapel. The Rev. David Plooster will officiate. Interment will be held in Carman Cemetery. Visitation will be 5 until 7:00 p.m. Sunday, April 24th at Lunning Chapel where the family will receive friends.

A memorial has been established.

James Lee Moore, 91 of rural Blandinsville, Illinois, passed away at 2:37 a.m. Wednesday April 18, 2018 at Oak Lane Nursing & Rehab in Stronghurst. He was born April 27, 1926 in Monmouth, Illinois, the son of Harvey and Bertha Rosen Moore.

Mr. Moore was a army veteran of the Korean War. After his military service he farmed all of his life in Henderson County. He enjoyed history, tractors, steam engines, and attending the Old Threshers Reunion in Mount Pleasant, Iowa and the Western Illinois Threshers in Hamilton, Illinois. He also enjoyed hosting the annual Raritan Fireworks display on his farmland. He was a member of the LaHarpe American Legion.

Survivors include one brother, Lewis (Karen) Moore of Blandinsville, one sister-in-law, Margaret Moore of Normal, IL, one nephew, Lewis Lee (Mindy) Moore of Blandinsville, three nieces, Deborah Moore of Bloomington, IL, Kathy Moore of Normal, IL, Lynne Anne Moore of Ashburn VA, two great nephews, Austin Moore and Jackson Moore, and two great nieces, Maria Moore and Mazie Moore. He was preceded in death by three brothers, Harvey, John, and Robert Moore.

The funeral service for Mr. Moore will be at 2:00 p.m. Monday April 23, 2018 at Banks & Beals Funeral Home in Stronghurst. Burial with military rites will be in the Raritan Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service on Monday at Banks & Beals. A memorial fund has been established for the Raritan Fire Department First Responders. Please visit banksandbeals.com to sign the guest book and leave a condolence.

Rosemary Ann “Annie” Harmon, 71 , of Burlington, died at 9:20 PM Wednesday, April 18, 2018, at her home in Burlington.

Born July 11, 1946, in Burlington, she was the daughter of Clifford and Florence Mary Core Ballard. On August 6, 1982, she married Antonio L. Harmon in Burlington. He preceded her in death on December 22, 1996.

Annie worked for St. Francis Continuation Care Center for 30 years, where she was the first recipient of “Employee of the Year” in 1992. After St. Francis closed, she worked at Bickford Cottage for 8 years. Annie obtained a CNA certificate from St. Francis and her CMA at Southeastern Community College.

She loved her little dog, and enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren.

Survivors include one daughter, Renee S. (Anthony) Baylark of Burlington; one son, Jamie (Michele) Lohmann of Burlington; one step-daughter, Brenda (Dave) Pillow of Perry, IA; five grandchildren, two step-grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren; her special dog, Jackie Boy; and several nieces and nephews.

Besides her husband she was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Patsy Leasure and Shirley Price; and three brothers, Chuck, Roger and Clarence.

Visitation will be from noon until 5:00 PM with the family to receive friends from 3:00 PM until 5:00 PM, Sunday, April 22, 2018 at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home.

The funeral service for Mrs. Rosemary Ann Harmon will be Monday, April 23, 2018 at 1:00 PM with Pastor Bobby Langford officiating. Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery. A time of food and fellowship will be held in the community room at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home following the burial.

Memorials have been established for Des Moines County Humane Society and the local Homeless Shelter.

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 Annie’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.
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Richard D. Baker, 72, of Burlington, died at 12:14 AM Wednesday, April 18, 2018, at the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics in Iowa City.

Born August 17, 1945, at home, in Browning County, MO, he was the son of Walter Lynn and Clara J. Coffman Baker. Richard grew up in rural Green City, MO. His family relocated to Chicago where he met his first wife, Shirley Long. They married July 30, 1966. They had two children, Kimberly and Jeffrey. They later divorced. In later years, he met his current life partner, Patti Hasenclever.

Richard was an over-the-road trucker for 45 years. Currently he enjoyed his “well deserved” retirement.

He graduated from Green City High School in Green City, MO in 1963. He later graduated from DeVry Technical College in Chicago, IL.

Richard was a die-hard truck driver for most of his life. He enjoyed deer, turkey, and mushroom hunting, the outdoors, fishing, golfing, and tending to creatures on his mini farm. He was a great cook. Richard loved to spend time with his grandchildren and looked forward to becoming a great-grandfather. Richard never knew a stranger, and enjoyed listening to and sharing stories with anyone who had the time.

Survivors include his mother, Clara Baker Yardley of Kansas City, MO; life partner, Patti Hasenclever of Fort Madison; one son, Jeff (Jill) Baker of Mt. Pleasant; one daughter, Kimberly (Keith) Perron of Mt. Pleasant; two step-children, Justine (Tim) Marshall and Lennon Hasenclever; nine grandchildren: Galen, Tenley, Lauren Perron; Owen and Molly Baker; Vaughan and Cade Marshall; and Theron Blaise; one brother, Walter L. (Gloria) Baker of Virginia; three sisters, Joyce (Don) Moran of Illinois, Phyllis (Jim) Lockwood both of Illinois and Betty Grinage of Kansas City, MO; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Richard was preceded in death by his father, grandparents and one grandson.

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

Visitation will be from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM with the family to receive friends, Saturday, April 21, 2018 at Prugh’s Chapel.

The memorial service for Mr. Baker will be 11:00 AM Saturday, April 21, 2018, at Prugh’s Chapel with Chaplin Randy Gearheart officiating.

Memorials have been established for Iowa Donor Network and Doctors Without Borders.

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 Richard’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Shirley Bliven, 80, of Burlington, died at 5:45 PM Wednesday, April 18, 2018, at the Great River Klein Center in West Burlington.

Shirley was born August 23, 1937, in Kewanee, Illinois. Shirley was the daughter of Walter E. and Nora L. Gerber. She married David Bliven on March 29, 1958.
Shirley was a teacher in Alton, Taylorville and Edinburg, Illinois before coming to Burlington where she continued teaching at Oak Street Middle School and part-time at Burlington High School. Shirley also did substitute teaching in area elementary schools. She had a lifelong interest in art and taught art for many years. Shirley also served as the Director of the Art Center where she organized trips to Chicago and St. Louis to see major exhibits and wonderful stage plays. During her stint as Director, Shirley held the Designer Showcase as well as great Mardi Gras celebrations. Shirley took the special art displays to elementary schools and also hosted after-school art projects for the children.
Shirley changed careers after teaching for twenty years. The next twenty years were spent working in the ministry. Her first call was Christian Educator for the First Presbyterian Church. Later Shirley became a Licensed Minister of the First Church (Disciples of Christ) and served as Christian Educator and Assistant to the Burlington Congregation for several years where she was a member. Shirley guided the creation of many education programs including M and M Club for the children. She received Licensed Minister Emeritus standing in February of 2003. Shirley also served as Associate Chaplain at Burlington Medical Center. Chaplain Bliven worked with many people and did pulpit supply for several churches in the surrounding area. After retiring from the Medical Center, she did interim ministry serving Denmark Congregational, U.C.C., St. Luke U.C.C, and the First Congregational Church. She was awarded the Honored Ministers pin August 2011 by the Regional First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) of the Upper Midwest.
Her hobbies included reading, drawing, painting, writing poetry, listening to good music, craft projects, visiting with friends and family, attending live theatre, plays, and musicals. Her drawings and paintings include many scenes from the Burlington area. Shirley’s Snake Alley and Great River Bridge prints are in many countries around the globe. One of her paintings was in the All Iowa Show at the Des Moines Art Center, and her work is in public and private collections.
Shirley was a Cub Scout leader, RISE volunteer, member of the Norman Circle of King’s Daughters, member of the Art Guild, Chapter P, PEO, life member of the National Education Association, Professional Church Leaders, G.R.M.C volunteer and Welcome Center volunteer.
Rev. Bliven was preceded in death by her parents, an infant son, and brother.
Survivors include her husband, Dave; daughter, Laurie Noll (Tim); two sons, John D. Bliven (Renee) and Bryan Bliven (Nicole); grandchildren, Emily (Marc), Ian, Eileen, Noah, Brooke, and Jacob; great-grandchildren, Genevieve, Zachary, Victoria, and Katharine; and brother, John Gerber of Canton, Il.

Visitation will be from 2:00 PM until 6:00 PM with the family to receive friends, Sunday, April 22, 2018 at First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).

The funeral service for Rev. Shirley Bliven will be 10:00 AM Monday, April 23, 2018, at First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) with Rev. David J. Yonker officiating. Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery. A time of food and fellowship will be held in the fellowship hall following the burial.

Memorials have been established for First Christian Church, and the Parkinson Disease Foundation, 1200 Pleasant St. E-524 Des Moines, IA 50309.
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 Rev. Bliven’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Susan Claussen, 76, went to be with the lord Thursday, April 19, 2018. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh~Thielen Crematory.

George Lee Downing, 59, of Burlington, died at 3:34 AM Thursday, April 19, 2018, at the Great River Medical Center in West Burlington.

Born January 22, 1959, in Highland City, FL, he was the son of Joe and Inez Downing. On June 1, 1996, he married his wife Tina in Shakespeare Garden in Crapo Park.

He worked at Garrett’s Sandblasting and Painting in Mediapolis as an industrial painter.

He was an animal whisperer and he enjoyed fishing. There wasn’t anything George couldn’t fix. But most of all, he loved spending time with his grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife, Tina Downing of Burlington; two daughters, Heather (Dustin) Dykes of Burlington, and Elizabeth Bowen of Ft. Madison; four grandsons, Phillip King, Coltin King, Jordan Sherman; and Jayden Bowen: two granddaughters, Madison Monaco and Mallorie Monaco; one sister, Mary of Tampa, FL; and one brother Bobby Joe Downing of Island City, FL.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one nephew, on brother, and one sister.

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

Services will be held at a later date.

A memorial has been established for his family.

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

Ruth Ann Gerling, 90, of Carman, Illinois took her final journey home on March 22, 2018 at the D & L Adult Care Center in Peoria, Arizona. She was born July 20, 1927 in Algona, Iowa, the daughter of Charlie and Ruth Curran Clement. On October 20, 1950, she married Grant “Chic” Gerling. He preceded her in death on March 30, 1980.

At an early age, Ruth became an accomplished organist and pianist. She and Grant started their married life in Mediapolis, Iowa, and then moved to Carman, Illinois, where the farmed. They later wintered in Phoenix, Arizona.

To keep busy during the winters, Ruth Ann started learning tax preparations. She achieved Enrolled Agent status, and worked for H & R Block for the last 30 years, taking special care of her clients.

She is survived by her only daughter and son-in-law, Christine Gerling Cole and Larry Cole of Davenport, Iowa, her beloved grand pup, Beau, one sister, Charlene Lippolt of Humboldt, Iowa, one sister-in-law, Joan Gerling of Stronghurst, Illinois, one niece, Patty Parker of Ames, Iowa, and two nephews, Mike Oberman of Humboldt, and Charlie (Dawn) Oberman of Bloomington, Minnesota.

A memorial service will be held Saturday April 28, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at Banks & Beals Funeral Home in Stronghurst with Pastor Lisa Unger officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the memorial service. A memorial fund has been established for the Quad Cities Honor Flights. Please visit banksandbeals.com to sign the guest book or leave a condolence.

Bonnie Jean Wagner, 87, of Burlington, died at 10:47 PM Thursday, April 19, 2018, at the Great River Klein Center in West Burlington.

Born May 29, 1930, in Burlington, she was the daughter of William and Letha Mester Schmitz. On June 16, 1951, she married Harold L. Wagner in Monmouth, IL. He died on August 29, 2002. She later married Dwight E. Westover on September 23, 2006. He died on September 23, 2014.

She was a 1947 graduate of Argyle High School in Argyle, IA.

Bonnie worked for Champion Spark Plug for 30 years and was an officer with the UAW for many years.

In her younger years, she enjoyed bowling, and was one of the first women in Burlington to ride her own motorcycle with her husband.

She spent many vacations camping with her family and friends at the Cloud Nine Ranch in Caulfield, MO. She also traveled with her husband and Schnauzer to Apache Junction, AZ where they wintered for many years. Bonnie was a great cook, and was most famous for her biscuits and gravy.

She was a member of the American Legion Women Auxiliary, The Moose, and The Eagles Clubs. For many years she enjoyed 4 o’clock Tea Time with her friends, sharing memories.

Most of all she loved spending time with her family and friends.

Survivors include two sons, Harold (Gayle) Wagner, and Randy Wagner both of Burlington; one step son, Marvin (Mary) Merritt of Wanewnatchee, WA; eight grandchildren, Raemalee (Jim) Voss, Erica (Kyle) Schulz , Amanda (Ben) Sheedy, Chad (Jennifer) Wagner, Randy Wagner Jr., Amber (Ben) Proctor, Cody Daniel, Autumn Daniel; several great-grandchildren; two sisters, Charlotte Johnson of Troy, MO, and Loretta Robertson of Danville; two brothers, William Schmitz Jr. of Montrose, IA, and Larry Schmitz of Barnett MO; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, both husbands, sister, Darlene and daughter, Connie.

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

The family will receive friends from 8:00 AM until 9:00 AM Monday, April 23, 2018 at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.

The memorial service for Mrs. Wagner will be 9:00 AM Monday, April 23, 2018, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home with Revered Dean Graber officiating. A time of food and fellowship will be held in the community room at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home following the service. Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery at 1:00 PM.

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 Bonnie’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Terry L. Myers, 76, of Stronghurst, IL passed away at 6:25 p.m. Thursday April 19, 2018 at his home. He was born March 28, 1942 in Quincy, IL, the son of Robert and Evelyn White Myers. On November 4, 1961, he married Joyce Ann Robb in Yarmouth, IA. She preceded him in death on September 20, 1991. On November 21, 1992, he married Angela Corzatt Jack in Stronghurst.

Terry worked in Burlington, IA for 32 years at Sylvania Corporation, Iowa Army Ammunitions Plant, and J.I. Case Company. He also farmed in Henderson County from 1964 until his retirement on 2010. He was a DNR Hunter Safety instructor from 1975 until present, and was a life endowment member of the National Rifle Association. He was a life member of A.F. & A.M. Lodge #123 of Oquawka, IL, LaHarpe Chapter 111, Royaland Select Masters of Illinois #117, and Knights Templar in Commandery #8.

He was a member of several local gun clubs and was founder and one of the coaches of the West Central #235 Trap Shooting Team. He also served on the Henderson County Board for many years, resigning recently due to his health.

Survivors include his wife, Angela, one son, Jeff Myers of Media, IL, one daughter, Jacqueline Myers of Stronghurst, three step sons, David Jack of Stronghurst, Steven (Christy) Jack of Stronghurst, Brian Jack of Brownsville, TX, three grandchildren, Haley, Alex and Alisha Smothers, nine step grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren, two brothers, Rodney (Laurie) Myers of LaHarpe, Thomas Myers of Stronghurst, one sister, Ramona (Bernie) Kremer of Louisville, KY, one cousin, who was like a brother to him, Robert (Lynn) Boucard, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife, Joyce, one sister, Shirley Myers, and one cousin, Bonnie Morrell.

The funeral service for Mr. Myers will be at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 24, 2018 at Banks & Beals Funeral Home in Stronghurst with Steve Minkler officiating. Burial will be in the Walnut Grove Cemetery, near Media. Masonic Rites will be at 5:45 p.m. Monday, followed by visitation until 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials have been established for the American Cancer Society and Henderson County Health Department Hospice and Home Health Care. Please visit banksandbeals.com to sign the guest book and leave a condolence.

strong>Kathryn Jean “Katie” Riley, 88 of Stronghurst, Illinois, passed away at 7:40 a.m. Thursday, April 19, 2018 at the Burlington Care Center in Burlington, Iowa. She was born November 23, 1929 in Macomb, Illinois, the daughter of Samuel and Blanche Jennings Hendrickson. On March 7, 1953, she married Richard A. Riley in Champaign, Illinois. He preceded her in death on February 13, 1997.

Mrs. Riley was a graduate of Western Lab High School in Macomb and received a bachelor’s degree from Western Illinois State Teachers College in Macomb. She taught high school for one year in Erie, Illinois, then worked as a caseworker for the Illinois Department Of Public Aid for many years. She was a member of the Stronghurst Christian Church.

Survivors include two daughters, Lynn (Ron) Ehlers of Elburn, IL, Sandra Riley of Yorkville, IL, one son, Richard (Carol) Riley of Ossian, IN, ten grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, and two sisters, Ruby Purdum and Ellen Ausbury.

The funeral for Mrs. Riley will be at 1:30 p.m. Sunday April 22, 2018 at Banks & Beals Funeral Home in Stronghurst, with Steve Minkler officiating. Burial will follow in Oakwood Cemetery in Macomb, IL. Visitation will be from Noon until time of services on Sunday, at the funeral home. A memorial fund has been established for the Humane Society. Please visit banksandbeals.com to sign the guest book and leave a condolence.

Frank Holly Wagner, 97, of Danville died Friday, April 20, 2018, at Great River Hospice House.

The funeral service for Holly Wagner will be 11:00 AM, Wednesday at Elliott Chapel, New London with Pastor Dean Graber officiating. Burial will follow at Jaggar Cemetery rural Danville. Visitation will begin at noon Tuesday at the chapel with the family present to greet friends from 5:00 – 7:00 PM.
Memorials have been established for Great River Hospice House and Danville Fire and Rescue. Online condolences may be left at www.elliottfuneralchapel.com.

Kenneth Axel Waring, 86, of Burlington, died at 8:45 a.m. Saturday, April 21, 2018, at the Danville Care Center, Danville Iowa.
Born November 26, 1931 on the family farm near Roseville, IL, he was the son of Axel and Teckla Viola (Johnson) Waring. Ken married Darlene Lankford on October 8, 1955 at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa. She preceded him in death on March 1, 2004.
He graduated in 1950 from Roseville High School and after graduation he served in the Army during the Korean War as the rank of Corporal. Ken went on to welding school and auctioneering school in Mason City, Iowa
Ken worked for various companies, Benner Tea Company where he worked there after the service then went to Modern Welding then moved to Mesa Arizona. He returned to Burlington to work at Modern Welding for a short time and then retired from Murray Iron Works in 1995. In retirement he did delivery and handyman work for Zaiser’s for 5 years.
He was a member of Messiah Lutheran Church and served on the mission committee. Ken enjoyed woodworking and was a member of the American Legion in Stronghurst, Illinois.
Survivors include four children, Paul Waring of Miami-Dade, Florida, Brenda Waring of Mesa, AZ, Lisa (David) Weiler of Danville and Rebecca “Becky” (Charles) Conn of Dell City, Oklahoma; seven grandchildren, Nathan Weiler of Danville, Jessica (Jake) Moser of West Burlington, Kristina Weiler of Danville, Amanda (Shane) Vergara of Pollock Pines, CA, Rachel (Samuel) Wilson of Oklahoma City, OK, Sarah (Logan) Longley of Midwest City, OK, Hannah Conn of Dell City, OK; one great granddaughter, Gwendolyn Longley of Midwest City, OK, and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, four sisters, Marguerite, Frances, Alice, Ruth, and one brother Carl.
The family will receive friends at Lunning Chapel, Tuesday evening, April 24th, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 pm.
The funeral service for Mr. Waring will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 25th at Messiah Lutheran Church with the Rev. Susanne Smith officiating. Interment will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery. Military Rites will be conducted by the Stronghurst American Legion.
A Memorial has been established for Take Away Hunger.

Loretta I. Meiertholen, 97, of Burlington died Monday, April 23, 2018 at the Great River Klein Center, West Burlington.

Born on May 8, 1920 in Nauvoo, Illinois she was the daughter of Garrett and Sophia (Kachle) Meiertholen. She worked in production for IRC/TRW retiring in 1982.

She was a member of SS Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Nauvoo, Eagles Aerie #150 and a former member of the New London Country Club. In her younger years she played basketball and was one of the original members of the first Girls Softball League in Burlington. She loved time spent with her dog “Kelsie”

She is survived by her close friends and their families.

She was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters; her beloved twin sister Lorena and three brothers.

The graveside service and interment for Miss Meiertholen will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, April 27th at Aspen Grove Cemetery. The Rev. Father Tony will officiate. An open visitation will be held from 12 until 5:00 p.m. Thursday, April 26th at Lunning Chapel where friends may pay their respects.

In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to Great River Hospice or the Special Needs Foundation.

Karen Beth Pottorff, 65, died at University Hospital in Iowa City, IA, April 24, 2018.

Born in Ft. Madison, IA, September 18, 1952. She was the daughter of Delbert G. and Waunetta F. Pottorff.

Karen worked at Sickels in Burlington for 15 years. She loved to cook, do crewel needlework, watch PBS miniseries and to go for walks in Crapo Park around Lake Starker. She loved to grow flowers, especially snap dragons.

She is survived by her sister, Kathy Pottorff, and brother Brian Pottorff. Karen and her sister Kathy were always together, rarely seeing one without the other. She will also be missed by her cats.

The body has been cremated, no funeral services.

She will be buried in Aspen Grove at a later date.

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

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

Clair William Gillaspie, 82, of Burlington, died at 4:45 AM Thursday, April 26, 2018, at the Blair House Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Burlington.

Born August 25, 1935, in Gulfport, IL, he was the son of Clair Francis and Sylvia Huss Gillaspie.

He worked at Noelke-Lyon Manufacturing for 17 years as well as at the Arion Restaurant for 15 years.

He loved nice weather. He enjoyed riding his bike, sitting in the sun and mowing the lawn. He liked to walk around the nursing home and meet new people. He was a people person and loved to laugh.

Survivors include one brother, Paul E (Pam Winkler) Gillaspie of Galesburg, IL; one sister, Donna Olson of Burlington; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by two sisters, Carol Johnson and Janet Abney.

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

A memorial service for Mr. Gillaspie will be Monday, April 30, at 2:00 PM at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home with Pastor Dean Graber Officiating.

Private graveside will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for Great River Hospice House.

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

Eva Mae Weber, age 84, of Mediapolis and formerly of Winfield, died suddenly Thursday evening, April 26, 2018, at the Great River Medical Center in West Burlington. She was the daughter of Glen and Geneva Ashley Lundeen and was born on August 30, 1933 in Rio, Illinois. Eva graduated from Galesburg High School in 1951. She married Harold Joseph Weber on August 2, 1952 in Galesburg, Illinois. He preceded her in death on December 24, 2016.
Eva had worked for F. W. Woolworth in Chicago when she met Harold before they moved to Winfield. She later worked at the Ordnance Plant at Burlington and then as the Secretary for the Superintendent and School Board with the Winfield Community Schools for over 20 years. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Winfield and after moving to Mediapolis in 2008 she attended the First United Methodist Church. She was also a member of the I.O.O.F. Auxiliary in Winfield and the WMU Retired School Personnel.
She thoroughly enjoyed her grandchildren and also the Chicago CUBS and other sports.
Her family includes three children, Dan & Carla Weber of Mediapolis, Mike Weber & Lucinda Boese of Mt. Pleasant, and Sue & Rod Fisher of Wapello; eight grandchildren, Jason & Leslie Weber of Seattle, Washington, Cara & Trey Hammond of Ocala, Florida, Brian & Laci Weber of Silvis, Illinois, Bethany & Trent Hepler of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Matthew Weber of Chicago, Clayton Weber of Chicago, Ashley & Alex Bartenhagen of Wapello, and Emily Fisher of Burlington; eleven great grandchildren, Danica, Jackson, Lillian, Kellen, Mara, Lyla, Brycen, Lexton, Ziah, Jackson, and Madison; three sisters, Anna Steck of Galesburg, Joyce & Bill Renour of Atkinson, Illinois, and Judy Rylander of Oneida, Illinois; a brother, Fred & Pauline Lundeen of Jupiter, Florida; a brother-in-law, Ed Weber of Pembroke Pines, Florida; and several nieces and nephews and their families. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Harold; a brother, George Lundeen; and a sister, Dorothy Pitman.
Friends may call from 2:00 to 7:00 PM on Monday, April 30, 2018, 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 Eva Weber will be held at 10:30 AM on Tuesday, May 1, 2018, at the First United Methodist Church in Mediapolis with Rev. Bruce Smith officiating. Following a lunch gathering at the church, the burial will be at the Winfield-Scott Township Cemetery in Winfield.
Memorial gifts will benefit the Winfield-Mt. Union Community School Library.
Condolences may be given and viewed at www.hageleandhonts.com.

Jean Arline “Bonnie” Stout , 90, of Burlington, died at 3:10 AM Saturday, April 28, 2018, at the Great River Hospice House in West Burlington.

Born August 22, 1927, in Burlington, she was the daughter of John E. and Ida W. Hagemeier Schwebel.

Bonnie worked for Mason & Hanger-Silas Mason Company, Inc. for 34 years retiring in 1992 as a Senior Secretary.

She was a member of the First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Disciple Women’s Fellowship and Martha Group, and Empty Nesters Circle of Friends Group.She also volunteered at Great River Medical Center and drove for the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP). She enjoyed being with her family and friends, watching Hawkeye basketball, golf, bowling and dancing. She also loved gardening and flowers, roller skating, taking walks in Crapo Park and was always interested in her grandchildren’s activities. She was an avid animal lover and belonged to the Animal Protection League and the S.T.O.P.P.

Survivors include one daughter, Karen (Kevin) Keasling of Burlington; one son, Perry A Stout of Iowa City; two granddaughters, Auburn (Daryn) Harwood of Danville, and Hannah (Bill) Nickelsen of Burlington; one great-grandson Samuel; and her beloved dog, Sadie Ray.

She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, John “Jack” Schwebel.

A Celebration of Life for Ms. Stout will be 10:00 AM Friday, May 4, 2018, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home with Reverend David J. Yonker officiating. A time of food and fellowship will be held in the community room at First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) following the service.

A memorial has been established in her name for Crapo Park.

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 Jean’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Patricia “Peggy” Arlene Chambers, 74, of Burlington, died 5:15 a.m. Sunday, April 29, 2018 at Parkview Care and Rehabilitation Center in Wellman, IA.
Mrs. Chambers was born May 17, 1943 in Ottumwa, IA. She was the daughter of Roswell R. and Martha L. (Hankammer) Thompson.
She lived in Topeka, KS from 1962-1967, Tucson, AZ from 1967-1968, Okinawa, Japan from 1968-1972, Fairfield, CA from 1972-1973 and Homestead, FL from 1973-1977 before moving to Burlington in 1977. She attended Miami Dade College and Florida Eastern Community College. In 1973 she joined the Army. She was an Army National Guard recruiter from 1979-1981. She retired in 1993.
Peggy and Al were goat farmers and showed their goats nationwide. She loved to collect Coca-Cola items and being on the computer searching ancestry and hunting for food coupons.
She is survived by one child, Throung Nyugen of Los Angeles, CA; grandchildren, Jodi Chambers and Jaylne Chambers of Burlington; sisters, Mary Fenton of Ottumwa and Betty Lester of Omaha, NE; brother Jack Thompson of Marshalltown; nieces, nephews and cousins.
The funeral service for Peggy will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, May 3rd in Lunning Chapel. The Rev. Larry Dodds will officiate. Inurnment and full military rites will be held in Memorial Lawn Cemetery, Ottumwa at a later date. The family will receive friends for one hour prior to the funeral service.
According to her wishes, cremation will be accorded following the funeral service.

Judith A. Giertz, age 69 of Morning Sun, died Wednesday May 2, 2018 at the Morning Sun Care Center.

The daughter of Martin and Anita (Opfer) Giertz, she was born August 19, 1948 at Chicago, Illinois.

Judith received a BA degree, two MA degrees, and graduated from the University of Iowa Medical College as a Physician Assistant. She worked as a PA for the Morning Sun Medical Clinic for many years.

She was a member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Mediapolis.

The funeral service for Judith will be Saturday May 5, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Mediapolis, with Rev. Jerleen Schlesser officiating. Visitation will be from 10-11:00 a.m. at the church prior to the service. Interment will be at a later date at Fairview Memorial Park, Northlake, Illinois.

A memorial has been established for Immanuel Lutheran Church.

Hagele and Honts Funeral Home in Morning Sun is in charge of arrangements.

Barbara L. Marsh, 91, of Burlington, died at 8:48 AM Wednesday, May 2, 2018, at the Great River Klein Center in West Burlington.

Born June 27, 1926, in Chestnut Hill, PA, she was the daughter of Robert M. and Winifred Ellen Ager Leapson. On June 24, 1950, she married Robert B. Marsh in Chestnut Hill, PA. He later passed on November 17, 2016.

Barbara worked for over 20 years for Prince William County, Virginia as an Elementary School Teacher, retiring in 1979.

She was a 1949 graduate of Shippensburg University.

She was a member of Parkside First Baptist Church. She lived in Pennsylvania most of her life. With her husband, she moved to Iowa in 2005. She enjoyed being in dramas and was active in teachers organizations. She had a close dinner group for 60 years. She also enjoyed word searches and playing pinochle with friends. Barbara was very social and enjoyed spending time with family and friends.

Survivors include one daughter, Deborah Sue (Mike) Laughlin of Burlington; two sons, Robert B. (Janet) Marsh, Jr. of Madison, AL and Craig H. Marsh of Appleton, WI; 14 grandchildren, David, Pamela (Scott), Michele (Stacy), Patrick, Kristin (Joe), Michelle (Gregg), Crystal, Kimberly, Joshua (Merryn), Melissa (Dennis), Steven, Matthew, Sam and Seth; 13 great-grandchildren, Alexandra, Nathan, Caleb, Teddy, Lila, Lex, Lillian, Allen, Anakin, Adeline, Charlie, Kayleigh, and Lila.

Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, and two sisters, Winifred Ayton and Doris Leapson.

Visitation will be from noon until 7:00 PM with the family to receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Friday, May 4, 2018 at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.

The funeral service for Mrs. Marsh will be 11:00 AM Saturday, May 5, 2018, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home with Reverend Wayne Ryan officiating. A time of food and fellowship will be held at the Prugh~Thielen Community Room following the service. Private family burial will be in the Iowa Veterans Cemetery in Adel on Monday.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for the Great River Hospice House and Parkside First Baptist Church.

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 Barbara’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Nathan Watson Jr., 69, of Burlington, died at 5:15 PM Tuesday, May 1, 2018, at the Great River Hospice House in West Burlington.

Born August 17, 1948, in Helena, AR, he was the son of Nathan and Johnnie Mae Taylor Watson. He was married to Carolyn Cooper until she passed on December 8, 2007. On November 17, 2008, he married Vickie Cowan in Burlington, IA.

He worked in construction all of his life.

He was a member of the Masonic Temple Des Moines #1. He enjoyed listening to music, fishing and working on cars. He loved to joke around and had a good sense of humor.

Survivors include his wife, Vickie Watson of Monmouth, IL; two sons, Nathan (Sarah) Watson, III and Derrick (Kaci) Watson both of Burlington; five daughters, Brenda Johnson and Mickey (Anthony) Thurman both of Arkansas, LaToya (Gerald) Terry, Sonya Severado and Shakyia Watson all of Burlington; several grandchildren and great grandchildren; one brother, Jimmy Watson of Grady, AR; eight sisters, Viola Watson of Burlington, Shirley (Kirk) Beckman and Gale (James) Brown, Catherine Johnson, Angie Patterson, Lorene Davis, Samella (Thomas) Robinson, Katie Watson all of Burlington, and Patricia Watson of Flint, MI; several nieces and nephews; and three step-children, Jovanah (Keith) Bug of Mokeena, IL, Dominick (Stephanie) Reading and James Hightower both of Monmouth, Il; and his special friend Robert Clay.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, Carolyn Watson; one granddaughter, Dacia Watson; one niece Alphia Brown, one grandson, Jamari Carter, and his oldest sister, Riola Watson.

Visitation will be from noon until 7:00 PM with the family to receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.

The funeral service for Mr. Watson will be 10:00 AM Thursday, May 10, 2018, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home with Supt. Mr. Fred Starling officiating. Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery. A time of food and fellowship will be held in the community room at Trinity Lutheran Church following the burial.

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 Nathan’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Florence Inez Martin, 99, of Mt. Pleasant, died Friday, May 04, 2018 at New London Specialty Care.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 AM, Tuesday, May 8 at Elliott Chapel, New London with burial in Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Mt. Pleasant. Visitation will begin at noon Monday with the family present from 5-7 PM. Memorials are established to Great River Hospice and New London Specialty Care Activity Fund.

James Arthur Whitehead, 89, of Carman, died at 5:03 AM Thursday, May 3, 2018, at the Lewis Memorial Christian Center in Springfield.

Born November 9, 1928, in Wyaconda, MO, he was the son of James Arthur and Eva Horn Whitehead. On June 21, 1951, he married Eva Darlene Webber in Kahoka, MO. She died on May 12, 2016.

James worked in production for Caterpillar Inc.

He enjoyed time spent with his grandchildren and friends, they were snowbirds and enjoyed traveling with his wife after he retired, farming, fishing on the Mississippi River, and surf fishing in Florida and Texas.

Survivors include one daughter, Debra Lynn (Roy E.) Bockler of Pekin, IL; one son, James Calvin (Michelle Simmons) Whitehead of Eldon, MO; five grandchildren, Michael, Nicholas, James, Amy, and Summer; five great-grandchildren, London, Ellie, Christopher, James Arthur, Chase, and Lilliana Darlene; and several nieces and nephews.

Besides his wife, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Wilma and Callie, and two brothers, Clark and Albert.

A memorial has been established for the Carman United Methodist Church.

The family will receive friends from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM Tuesday, May 8, 2018 at the Carman United Methodist Church.

The funeral service for Mr. Whitehead will be 11:00 AM Tuesday, May 8, 2018, at Carman United Methodist Church with Rev. Lisa Unger officiating. A time of food and fellowship will be held in the Carman Community Center following the service. Burial will be in Memphis Cemetery at 3:00 PM.

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 James’s obituary at www.prughthielencares

James G. Pullins, age 61, of Stronghurst, IL passed away Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at University Of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City, IA. He was born January 17, 1957 in Chicago Heights, IL, the son of Louis and Diane Freitag Pullins. On May 19, 2007, he married Peggy Carnes in Stronghurst.

Mr. Pullins lived in Macomb, IL for several years where he managed the Hardees Restaurant and also worked as a woodworker and cook. He was a former member and deacon of the First Christian Church in Macomb, the Macomb Jaycees, Macomb Lions Club, and was a current member of the Stronghurst Christian Church. He was proud to have been involved in, and taught, the Dale Carnegie Enrichment Program in Macomb for several years.

Survivors include his wife, Peggy, one daughter, Krista (Ben) Ellington of Bushnell, IL, two sons, Zach Swisher of Chatham, IL, Michael (Kelley) Dupree of LaBelle, FL, his father, Louis Pullins of Naples, FL, his mother, Diane Kautz of Greeley, CO, six grandchildren, Dylan, J.T., and Caylin Dupree, Gracelyn, Frances and Violet Ellington, one sister, Debbie (Roy) Breen of Greeley, CO, one brother, John (Pam) Pullins of Fountain, CO, and one half-sister, Tammy Delvasto of Naples, FL. He was preceded in death by a sister, Adele Pullins and a half-brother, Rick Pullins.

The funeral service for Mr. Pullins will be at 9:00 a.m. Tuesday May 8, 2018 at Banks & Beals Funeral Home in Stronghurst, with Steve Minkler officiating. Burial will follow in Moss Ridge Cemetery in Carthage, IL. Visitation will be from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. A memorial fund has been established for the M.S.T. Fire Department. Please visit banksandbeals.com to sign the guest book.

John A. Smith, 77, of Burlington, passed away at 7:30 a.m. on Monday, May 7, 2018 at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.
Born October 2, 1940 in Henry County, Iowa, he was the son of Iliff and Ella Mae (Watson) Smith. He married Linda L. Barton on October 18, 1964 in Salem, Iowa. She preceded him in death on February 22, 2015.
John graduated from Mt. Pleasant High School in 1963. He achieved the rank of IC3 while serving in the United States Navy during the Cuban Blockade. He was employed at Schulz & Birch Biscuit Co., Whitehouse Dairy and most recently Champion Spark Plug, where he worked in production and maintenance for 38 years before retiring in 2004. He was a member of the Oak Street Baptist Church. He enjoyed spending time at the New London Country Club, camping, fishing, hunting, sightseeing, birdwatching, and playing board games with the grandkids.
Survivors include two daughters, Barbara Christianson of Waukon, IA and Debra (Andy Dunn) Roller of Oquawka, IL; four grandchildren, Angelica (James) Knutson, Alysha Roller, Jordon Roller and Tyler Christianson; one brother, Raymond (LeNell) Smith of Gillette, WY; nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, and one brother.
The funeral service for Mr. Smith will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, May 11th at Oak Street Baptist Church in Burlington with Pastor Ralph Wingate officiating. Military rites will be conducted by the Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard. Interment will be in Burlington Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may call noon until 8 p.m. Thursday, May 10th at Lunning Chapel. Family will receive friends 6-8 p.m.
A memorial has been established for Oak Street Baptist Church.

Kathleen Rose Bousman, 69, of Lomax, IL passed away Sunday, May 6, 2018 at her home.

She was born September 13, 1948 in Keokuk, IA, the daughter of Ed and Katherine Markey Symmonds. She married Tim Schaefer on September 12, 1970. They later divorced. On December 29, 1989 she married Roger Bousman in Burlington, IA. He preceded her in death on December 21, 2008.

Kathleen was a 1966 graduate of the Dallas City High School. She worked as an LPN at the former Mercy Hospital in Burlington, the LaHarpe Davier Health Care Center and Oak Lane Nursing and Rehab in Stronghurst.

She enjoyed shopping, collecting elephant figurines, reading, doing puzzles and going to the beach. She especially loved spending time with her grandchildren and following their sporting events.

She is survived by her companion, Terry Riddell of Lomax, one daughter, Jennifer (Brad) Richardson of LaHarpe, IL, her parents, Ed and Katherine Symmonds of Dallas City, 5 grandchildren, Arica, TJ, Carissa, Brock and Max, 1 great-granddaughter, Kinsley, four sisters, Diane (Byron) Shaw, Rita (Tom) Schaefer and Teresa (John) Pieper all of Dallas City and Nancy (Mike) Gavin of Salem, KY, one brother, Ed (Kathy) Symmonds of Swisher, IA, her sister-in-law, Barb (Don) Jacobson of Clinton, IA and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death her husband, Roger, one son Eric Schaefer, one sister, Beverly Walker and her mother-in-law, Joyce Bousman.

Services will be held at 10:30 AM Thursday, May 10, 2018 at Banks & Beals Funeral Home in Dallas City with Father Tony Trosley officiating. Burial will be in the Carman Cemetery, Carman, IL. Friends may call after 3:00 PM Wednesday at the funeral home where the family will meet with friends from 6:00 until 8:00PM. A memorial fund has been established for the Lomax Ambulance and the Activity Fund at LaHarpe Davier Health Care Center. To leave a condolence, please visit her obituary at banksandbeals.com.

Carolyn May “Mimi” Carter (Heath), R.N., passed away on April 29, 2018 at The Madison Memory Care Unit following a long illness.
Born in Chicago, IL on April 9, 1937 to the late Marion Curzon Health and Martha Matilda (Dalin) Heath, she was a resident of Burlington, IA, Boston Heights, OH, and Roundup, MT, returning to Burlington, IA in 2000. A graduate of Burlington Community High School, she received her Bachelor of Nursing from The University of IA in 1958. She was a nurses’ nurse, her 40-year career including University of Iowa Hospitals, Hawthornden State Hospital, Burlington Medical Center, and Roundup Memorial Hospital, retiring as Director of Nursing in 2000. In retirement she volunteered as an intake nurse for the Burlington Battered Women’s Shelter and Hopefully Yours. She was Mom to many and inspired many to enter nursing.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband Arthur Magnuson, sons Charles and Mathew Schmidt, daughter Rebecca Schmidt, and son-in-law Brian Wacker. She is survived by her husband James Carter of Burlington, sister Susan (Tom) Wilson of Denver, CO, sons John (Tina) Schmidt and Michael (Jill) Schmidt of Kent, OH, daughter Greta Wacker of Clancy, MT, and step-daughter Jennine (Paul) Barnett of W. Burlington, IA. She cherished her grandchildren Scott Schmidt, Bethany Schmidt, Amanda (Steve) Happel, Jessica Wacker, Doug Schmidt, Rebecca Wacker, Jennifer Schmidt, and Bradley (Melinda) Barnett.
Per her wishes, cremation has taken place. Donations may be made in Carolyn’s name to the Alzheimer’s Association, Burlington Chapter. The family plans private graveside services at Aspen Grove. Lunning Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

Lorraine V. Hockett, 94, formerly of Burlington, Iowa, died at 7:20 PM Sunday, May 6, 2018, in Kansas City, at the Garden Terrace at Overland Park in Shawnee Mission, Kansas.

Born January 28, 1924, in Iowa, she was the daughter of Daniel and Marie (Fitzgerald) McLaughlin. On January 13, 1945, she married Lee P. Hockett in St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. He later passed May 18, 2001.

She was of Catholic faith, and a member of Divine Mercy Parish-SS, Mary and Patrick Catholic Church in West Burlington.

Survivors include one son, Randall L. (Elisa) Hockett of Kansas City, KS; three grandchildren, Dominick Hockett, Brett Hockett, and Danielle Hockett and eight great-grandchildren; two sisters, Rosemary and Linda; and one brother, Patrick.

Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters, Rita and Joann, and two brothers, Daniel and Eugene.

Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Thursday, May 10, 2018, at Divine Mercy Parish-SS. Mary and Patrick Catholic Church, West Burlington.

The Funeral Mass of the Resurrection for Mrs. Hockett will be 10:00 AM Friday, May 11, 2018, at Divine Mercy Parish-SS. Mary and Patrick Catholic Church, West Burlington with Rev. Father Bill Roush as the Celebrant. Music will be provided by the Des Moines County Resurrection Choir led by Amanda Mansheim. Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery. A time of food and fellowship will be held in the St. Mary’s Parish Center following the burial.

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

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

John Henry Elmore, 93, of Burlington, died at 1:50 PM Monday, May 7, 2018, at the Danville Care Center in Danville.

Born June 17, 1924, in Kahoka, MO, he was the son of Ira Everett and Edith Blythe Elmore. On January 10, 1942, he married Doreen Brockelman. She later passed July 17, 1988. On November 26, 1988, he married his wife, Martha, at St. John’s Catholic Church in Burlington.

John owned service stations and the Nira. He also worked for Burlington Municipal Water Works and drove heavy equipment for Duke Construction.

He was in the U.S. Army Air Corps, serving during World War II from April 22, 1943 until June 28, 1945. He served as an Aerial Gunner with the 5th group in the 23rd squadron in the 13th Air Force in the South Pacific on 57 missions with Captain James Rowden as his pilot. He was very proud to be a Veteran.

He loved woodworking, gardening and canning. He liked people and enjoyed going to his grandkids’ events and activities. He had a very inspiring work ethic.

Survivors include his wife, Martha of Burlington; two daughters, Marcia (David) Walker and Linda Elmore, both of Burlington; three sons, Tom (Geri) Elmore of Burlington, and Max Elmore of Jacksonville, FL Dennis (Barbara) Elmore of West Burlington; two step-sons, Bob (Linda) Barton of Forest Lake, MN and John (Joyce) Barton of Burlington; four step-daughters, Kay (Larry) Persinger of Norman, OK, Carol Franklin of Burlington, Mary (Frank) Moss of Kingston, and Patricia (Mike) Slama of St. Louis, MO; 26 grandchildren, 52 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife, Doreen, four brothers, and one sister.

Visitation will be from 9:00 AM until 10:30 AM Saturday, May 12, 2018, at Divine Mercy Parish-St. John the Baptist Catholic Church.

The Funeral Mass of the Resurrection for Mr. Elmore will be 10:30 AM Saturday, May 12, 2018, at Divine Mercy Parish-St. John the Baptist Catholic Church with Rev. Father Bill Roush as the Celebrant. Music will be provided by the Des Moines County Resurrection Choir. Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery. Full military honors will be rendered by the Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard. A time of food and fellowship will be held in the cafeteria at St. John’s following the burial.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for the 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 John’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Hugh Neil Tasker, 71, of Burlington, Iowa, passed away Tuesday, May 8, 2018, at his home. Hugh would give you the shirt off his back or the car in his driveway. He was a hero to his family and served his country during the Vietnam War from 1966-1968 in the US Army. He was a very proud Veteran and strived to provide for his family during his life.

Hugh was born on May 7, 1947, in Anamosa, Iowa, the son of Paul Waggy Tasker and Emma Beatrice Jones Tasker. Hugh married Kay Ellen Davis on July 4, 1970. They were married for 21 years, and were blessed with two daughters. He was preceded in death by his wife, Kay Ellen Tasker, Robert Niebuhr and his parents.

Hugh farmed on the family’s Century Farm for over 10 years before beginning a career as a Commercial Truck Driver. Trucking took him far from home and the family he loved, regrettably more often than he wanted.

Hugh had a second chance with love when he met Mary Joann Niebuhr. They were married on June 11, 1994. Mary joined Hugh on his cross country truck driving journeys. Hugh treated Mary’s four sons as his own. He is survived by his daughters; Kimberly (Jeff) Buresh and Nancy (Kenny) Davis; his brother, Henry Tasker and his sister Anne Stender; Ronald (Carla) Niebuhr, Roger (Melissa) Niebuhr, and Rory (Heather) Niebuhr and five grandchildren; Tyler Buresh, Dennis and Dylan Davis and Rylie and Peyton Niebuhr.

The family will receive friends and family from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m., Saturday, May 12, at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home on Division Street, Burlington, Iowa. Donations may be made to the Wyoming Food Bank in lieu of flowers.

The graveside service will be at the Cady Cemetery in Wyoming, Iowa on Monday, May 14, at 11:00 a.m. Karmen Jamison will be providing prayers and blessings. Military honor guard will be present.

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 Hugh’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Harriet Rebecca “Becky” Stockton, 80, of Burlington, died at 1:12 AM Sunday, May 6, 2018, at her home in Burlington.

Born January 4, 1938, in Rhode Island, she was the daughter of James and Sarah Hayes Marland.

She worked as a caregiver and at Wal-Mart as a retail stocker.

She was of Christian faith. She loved to bake and cook and spend time with her family. She was always taking care of others.

Survivors include her ex-husband, Robert Stockton; one daughter, Shawn Adams (Michael Yeakey) of Burlington; several nieces and nephews, including, Samantha (James) Averil, and Mary and Justin Marland all of Burlington; two grandsons, Brandon and Mason Rollins of Burlington; two granddaughters, Kiley and Katie Yeakey of Wapello; two brothers, James Marland and Robert Sammett both of Burlington.

She was preceded in death by her parents, one son, Bruce Bonner, two sisters, one brother, and two ex-husbands William Bonner and Joseph Adams.

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

The family will receive friends at their home at 1301 Aetna Street Burlington, IA, at 1:00 PM on Saturday, May 12, 2018 followed by a prayer service at 2:00 PM with Reverend Dean Graber officiating.

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

Condolences can be sent to the family on Mrs. Stockton’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Thomas E. Pratt , 85, of West Burlington, died at 4:08 PM Monday, May 7, 2018, at the Great River Klein Center in West Burlington.

Born October 26, 1932, in Burlington, he was the son of William J. and Elsie Gillow Pratt. On September 1, 1973, he married Susan J. Weaver in Oquawka, IL.

Thomas was a pressman for Craftsman Press and New Era Printing for about 60 years.

He was a graduate of Burlington High School in 1950.

He was a U.S. Army Veteran, serving during the Korean War from December 1, 1952 until November 1, 1954.

He was a member of Tallcorn Chapter of the Korean War and Veterans of Foreign Wars. He enjoyed being outdoors camping, fishing and golfing. He loved his dogs and spending time with his kids, grandkids and great-grandkids.

Survivors include his wife, Susan J. Pratt of West Burlington; two sons, Thomas (Patty) Pratt of Moline, IL and Patrick (Yang Soon) Pratt of Honolulu, HI; two daughters, Ann (Greg) Spears of Oswego, IL and Sara (Craig) Harter of Park Ridge, IL; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; and one brother, James (Carol) Pratt of Florida.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, William, and two sisters, Joyce and Doris.

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

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 Friday, May 18, 2018 at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.

The memorial service for Mr. Pratt will be 10:00 AM Saturday, May 19, 2018, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home with Reverend Dean Graber officiating. Full military honors will be rendered by the Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard. A time of food and fellowship will be held in the community room at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home following the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for the Des Moines County Humane Society and the Klein Center Black Hawk Boulevard.

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 Thomas’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

“Chet” Lloyd Chester Young of Camdenton, Missouri, completed this part of life and went home to live with his Heavenly Father on Tuesday May 8, 2018 in Camdenton, Missouri.

Chet was born August 7, 1954 in Independence, Missouri to Von D. Young and Margaret O. Young, nee Dawson. On July 4, 1988 Chet met his soul mate, Coleen Francik-Young in Camdenton; together they enjoyed 30 wonderful and fun filled years of life. They were joined in holy matrimony on July 4, 2010 in Burlington, Iowa.

Chet worked in the mass appraisal industry for Cardwell and Associates for several years before meeting Coleen and moving to Burlington, IA. Shortly after coming to Burlington, he was hired by the late Mad Hatter which began a 24 year career in broadcast radio, eventually serving as sales manager for Pritchard Broadcasting. While there, Chet became very well-known and respected for all of his work in town; he started a yearly Bridal Fair, Home Show, Boat Show and also brought many country concerts and broadway musicals to Burlington. Chet was one of the founders of Burlington’s Snow Bull, an annual rodeo held at Memorial Auditorium. He also announced High School and International Dragon Boat races. Chet was President of the local Optimist club, earning the Distinguished President’s award. He served on the Burlington-West Burlington Area United Way for 23 years, 12 as a board member, 2 as President along with various other leadership roles. His motto was “we speak as One voice as a board.” He was a board member on the local Girl Scout Council, involved with Rotary club, Salvation Army and DJ’d for local Hope Haven Dances. Chet played a big role in founding a local law enforcement event known as Top Gun.

In High School he loved playing sports and earned his varsity letter for football as a freshman. He also played basketball. He was an avid reader; reading online newspapers every morning and novels at night. He loved wildlife (his foxes and ducks will miss their daily feedings!) and also the cocker spaniels he’s had over the years.

Chet loved boating. The radio station held Jammin’ in the Sand parties on ISU Island, just south of town. Everybody knew his big boat, “Mi Deah Mon.” His wonderful deep booming voice could be heard all over town. When he met someone on the street, he immediately hollered “Hey, Dawg!” He loved to travel, especially to Jamaica, having visited there over 50 times. He was a loyal, life-long Kansas City Chiefs fan; (one of the first things he taught his grandson to say was “Go Chiefs”!) He was a “jack of all trades”, able to navigate computers, electrical issues, old cars, and could build almost anything out of wood.

Chet loved his family, especially his “favorite” grandson Kaedyn, who adored and worshipped his Papa Chet. His granddaughters Laney, Leah and Payton along with great granddaughter Lilah also held special places in his heart.

Chet retired from the business world in September 2015 and immediately followed his dream of moving to Lake of the Ozarks where he loved to boat, feed the animals, work in the yard and drive his old Suzuki Samari.

Chet is survived by his wife, Coleen, son Ethan Young of Kansas City, daughter Marcy Brockett (Jim) of Marion, AR. He is also survived by 4 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild, and his parents Von D. and Margaret O. Young.

Visitation will be held Sunday, May 13, 2018 from 1:00-2:00 pm at Camdenton United Methodist Church in Camdenton, Missouri. Services will follow at 2:00 pm at the church.

Memorial donations are suggested to Dogwood Animal Shelter or to Camdenton United Methodist Church—Children’s Program.

Judy Masengarb, 69, of Burlington died at 10:30PM on Thursday, May 10, 2018, at Great River Hospice House.
Born October 25, 1948 in Davenport, Iowa, she was the daughter of Kenneth and Mildred McClanahan.
She graduated with Honors from Drake University in 1970, earning a B.A. in Elementary Education. Judy was a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma, Kappa Delta Pi (an Honor Society of Education), a member of Angel Flight, on the Dean’s List, and a Mortar Board scholar. She was also a finalist for Miss Drake.
Judy married Jim Masengarb on August 30, 1969 in Davenport, Iowa. She was a 3rd grade teacher for 3 years before the birth of her first daughter. She worked as a homemaker for the next 49 years, but also worked part-time as a receptionist at First United Methodist Church for 12 of those years. She was a member of PEO and on the Civic Music Board for many years.
Judy is survived by her husband Jim Masengarb of Burlington; daughter Heather Reimer of Clive, Iowa; daughter Christy Masengarb of Tucson, Arizona; daughter Sarah Masengarb of Des Moines, Iowa; sister Ginger Coward of Edmonds, Washington, and mother Mildred McKinney of Davenport, Iowa.
She was preceded in death by her father Kenneth McClanahan; brother Jim McClanahan; and brother David Eckhardt.
The memorial service for Judy Masengarb, 69, will be 10:30 AM Wednesday, May 16, 2018, at First United Methodist Church. Visitation will be from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM where the family will receive friends May 15, 2018 at First United Methodist Church.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established at Great River Hospice House.

Mrs Maycel E. Gebhardt, 89, of LaHarpe, IL died at 1:10 AM Monday, May 14, 2018 at the LaHarpe-Davier Health Care Center in LaHarpe.

She was born April 7, 1929 in LaHarpe, the daughter of Amos and Flo Nelson Bundy. On July 2, 1947 she married Edward L. Gebhardt in LaHarpe. He preceded her in death on December 3, 2013.

Growing up, Maycel worked in her parents restraunt and attended LaHarpe Schools. She later worked at the Lomax Canning factory, W.R.I.C. in Burlington, IA. She also enjoyed babysitting for many years. Maycel loved being around her family and following her grandchildren’s sporting activities. She also liked bowling and walking. She was a member of the LaHarpe United Methodist Church and a 45 year member of the American Legion Auxiliary.

She is survived by 3 sons, William Ed (Carol) Gebhardt of Burlington, IA, Kerry L. (Beth) Gebhardt of Blandinsville, IL and Marvin (Kelly) Gebhardt of LaHarpe, 10 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandchildren and one sister Frances (Eldon) Neff of Burlington.

She was preceded in death by her husband, one son, Byron Gebhardt, 5 brothers, Julian, Harold, Billie, Amos and James “Dude” Bundy, 4 sisters, Pauline Link, Betty Melvin, Viola Hainline and Edna Furrow and her parents.

Graveside services will be held at 10:30 AM Thursday, May 17, 2018 at the LaHarpe Cemetery with Rev. Rick Goettsche officiating. Friends may call at Banks & Beals Funeral Home in LaHarpe after 3:00 PM Wednesday where the family will meet with friends from 5:00 until 6:30 PM. A memorial fund has been established for the Activity Fund at LaHarpe-Davier Health Care Center. To leave a condolence and sign the guest book, please visit her obituary at banksandbeals.com.

Lois Mae Otto, 93, of Burlington died at 1:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 15, 2018 at St. Luke’s Hospital in Cedar Rapids.
Born June 4, 1924 in Walcott, IA, she was the daughter of William G. Rostenbach and Mary Ann Feuerbach. She married William E. Otto on July 18, 1945 in Davenport, IA. He preceded her in death on September 23, 2003.
Lois graduated from Bennett High School in Bennett, IA. She worked at Sylvania, Winegard, and as a counselor/interviewer at Job Service for 20 years before retiring in 1986. She was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church. She belonged to RSVP, Golden Oldies and Prime Time.
Survivors include four children, Richard (Carol) Otto of Winter Springs, FL, Deanna (Larry) McNabb of Cedar Rapids, IA, Jerry W. (Sue) Otto of Johnstown, PA and Randy Otto of Loves Park, IL; nine grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; one brother, Wesley of Davenport, IA; one sister, Elna Tompkins of Washington, IA; and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and one brother, Delmar.
The funeral service for Mrs. Otto will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday, May 19th at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 2420 E. Agency St., Burlington, IA. Rev. Marques Nelson will officiate. Interment will be in Wapello Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until the time of service.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established. Lunning Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

Mitchell W. Morris, 64, of , died at 1:40 AM, Wednesday, May 15, 2018, at the Iowa City VA Medical Center in Iowa City.

Born December 24, 1953, in Chattanooga, TN, he was the son of George and Dorothy “Dot” Harrison Morris. He graduated from Orchard Farm High School in Missouri.

Mitch was a Vietnam-era Veteran. As a young man, he worked as a Heavy Equipment Operator and was a laborer on a construction crew. He liked to camp and fish, and enjoyed woodworking.

Survivors include three sons, Mitchell Wayne (Tasha) Morris, Jr. of St. Peters, MO, Daniel Lee (Nichole) Morris of Missouri, and William Kin Thomas of Birmingham, IA; seven grandchildren; one sister, Bonnie Kienlen; longtime friend, Gail Thomas of Shawnee OK; and his stepfather, Max Baumgartner of Burlington.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Connie.

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

There will be no visitation or services.

A memorial has been established for the Des Moines County Veterans Affairs.

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

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

Charles R. “Bob” Perron, 87, of Burlington, died at 11:30 AM Thursday, May 17, 2018, at the Blair House Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Burlington.

Born August 12, 1930, in Hempstead Long Island, NY, he was the son of Leon John and Helen Loretta Harding Perron. On January 17, 1951, he married Norma J. Malcom in Oakville, IA.

He worked for 30 years at J.I. Case as a welder.

He was of Methodist Faith. He was a member of the VFW, American Legion, Moose Lodge, and Eagles Club. He enjoyed woodworking and doing autobody and painting cars. Charles was an avid Cub’s fan, who also liked to go dancing, fishing, bowling, and have friends over to play cards. He always wanted to stay busy. He often did maintenance work and custodial jobs at the Fairfield Inn, Farney’s, Joe’s Inn and the Shamrock Pub. He loved to spend time with his family and grandkids, especially on holidays.

Survivors include his wife, Norma J. Perron of Burlington; four daughters, Loretta (Marc Olson) McDaniels, Rae Nebergall, Kim Peterson and Robbie (Chuck) Timmerman all of Burlington; eight grandchildren: Kelly Curry, Jamie Corwin, Jennifer Corwin- Hall, Andy Nebergall, Josh and Robert Peterson, and Jeremy (Ginny) Timmerman and Cassidy Timmerman; 16 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his twin brother, Clifford Raymond Perron; and two grandsons, C.J. Timmerman and Josh Hall.

The family will receive friends from noon until 2:00 PM Monday, May 21, 2018 at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.

The funeral service for Mr. Perron will be 2:00 PM Monday, May 21, 2018, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home with Pastor Clay Baker officiating. Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery at a later date.

A memorial has been established for the Great River Hospice House.

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 Charles’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.