Mike Akey, 59, of West Burlington, died Friday, October 21, 2016, at the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics in Iowa City.

Born April 28, 1957, in Burlington, he was the son of Charles and Margaret Milton Akey. On August 21, 1985, he married Lois Irene Schmitz in West Union, IA.

He graduated from Burlington High School.

Mike was a welder at Modern Welding Company. He recently retired in 2007.

Mike was an outdoors man. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, his five dogs; he was an avid Chicago Cubs and Chicago Bears fan. What he enjoyed most of all was spending time with his grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife, Lois; one son, Caleb (Beki) Akey of Mt. Pleasant; one daughter, Jessica Akey of Burlington; four grandchildren, Tylor, Alyssah, Jaxon, and Hannah; one brother, Milton Akey of New Jersey; two sisters, Debbie Krieger and Peggy Hoyt both of Burlington; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

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

Per his request there will be no formal services.

A memorial has been established.

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

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

Leo Long, 93, of Burlington died at 1:15 a.m. Friday, October 21, 2016, at Burlington Care Center.

Born in 1923 in Wapello County, he was the son of George and Elsie Long.  In 1944 he married Helen Hawkins in Davis County.  She preceded him in death in 1979.

Leo was a World War II Army veteran serving in the Pacific Theatre at the rank of tech sergeant.  He served from 1943 until 1946.

Leo worked at J.I. Case Co. for 26 years.  He was owner of Leo’s Cycle Center (Leo’s Yamaha) for 40 years.  Leo and his family made lifelong friends through his business.  He had a passion for riding motorcycles, snowmobiles and bicycles.  He especially enjoyed racing motorcycles.  He loved spending time with his grandchildren.

Survivors include two daughters, Linda Long of Burlington and Patty (Randy) Nordheim of Waukon; two grandchildren, Kris (Ben) Rausch and Blake Fosaaen; three great grandchildren, Lena, Theo and Jeremiah and one brother, Robert (Sue) Long of Ankeny.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; two sisters, Maxine Roberts and Faye Hawkins; and one brother, Donald Long.

Friends may call from 2 until 7 p.m. Thursday, October 27^th, at Lunning Chapel where the family will receive friends from 4 until 7 p.m.

The funeral service for Leo will be 10 a.m. Friday, October 28^th, at Lunning Chapel with Pastor JudyAnn Morse officiating.  The Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard will conduct Military Rites.  Interment will be at 3:30 p.m. Friday at IOOF Cemetery, Bloomfield.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for the Dave Roever Foundation.

Chris Whitehair, 75, of Burlington, died at 3:08 PM Saturday, October 22, 2016, at the Great River Medical Center in West Burlington.

Born July 11, 1941, in Burlington, he was the son of Oren and Mildred Boyle Whitehair.

He graduated from Notre Dame High School.

Chris was a machinist for the Burlington Northern Railroad for 38 years.

He was a U.S. Navy Veteran, serving from 1959 until 1962 on the USS Ticonderoga.

He was a member of SS John and Paul Catholic Church. He enjoyed volunteering at the St. Vicent de Paul Food Pantry and fishing.

Survivors include his brother, Peter “Pete” (Lou) Whitehair of Burlington; three nieces, Julie Mangold, Jackie Baker, Jennifer Whitehair; and nephew, Tom Whitehair; three great-nieces; two great-great nieces; and one great-great nephew.

He was preceded in death by his 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 Tuesday, October 25, 2016, at  Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.

The Funeral Mass of the Resurrection for Mr. Whitehair will be 10:00 AM Wednesday, October 26, 2016, 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.  Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery.  Full military honors will be rendered by the Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard.

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 Christopher’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com

Dr. George Winfield Heine Jr., 90, of West Burlington died at 5:37 p.m. Saturday, October 22, 2016, at Great River Medical Center – Klein Center.

Born February 10, 1926 in Spring Valley, Minnesota, he was the son of George Winfield Sr. and Margaret (Mills) Heine.  On September 18, 1948 he married Mary Ellen Anderson in Mankato, Minnesota.  She preceded him in death on February 8, 2015.

A gregarious man of boundless energy and a thirst for lifelong learning, George was recruited by the Navy while still in high school in order to enter medical school.  He received his M.D. in 1948 from the University of Minnesota, and served in the Navy in San Diego, California until his discharge in 1954.  He was an anesthesiologist in Waterloo, Iowa where he and his wife raised their five children.  He had many hobbies – woodworking, outdoor activities, extensive travel, and golf, but treasured time with family most of all.  He was devoted to his wife Mary for 66 years and throughout her decline with Alzheimer’s.

Survivors include three sons, George W. (Janet) Heine III of Pueblo, Colorado, Richard (Debra) Heine of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, and David (Ann) Heine of  Albuquerque, New Mexico; two daughters, Nancy Pearlman of Denver, Colorado and Susan (Wyman) Weinbeck of Burlington; 11 grandchildren; two brothers, Douglas (Belva) Heine of Austin, Minnesota and Larry (Randi) Heine of Tucson, Arizona; one sister, Norma Nelson of Tucson, Arizona and nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Mary; and brother, Dale Heine.

The family is very grateful for the exceptional care and compassion provided by the staff at Klein.  A memorial service for Dr. Heine will be held at a later date.  According to his wishes, cremation has been entrusted to Lunning Chapel.  Inurnment will be held at a later date in Fort Snelling National Cemetery, Minneapolis, Minnesota.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.

Burnadean Ranberger, age 88, of Muscatine and formerly of Wapello, died Monday, October 24, 2016, at Premier Estates in Muscatine.  The daughter of John and Nellie Farr, she was born on March 26, 1928 in Bryant, Illinois.  She married John Ranberger in 1957 in St. David, Illinois.  They later divorced and he died on March 24, 1986.

She operated her bakery, Bernie’s Dugout, in Wapello and later provided care for elderly and had worked at Pamida in Muscatine.  She enjoyed baking.

Her family includes two daughters, Patricia Kjolhede of Loveland, Colorado and Margo Petsche of Waterloo; and a son, John Ranberger, Jr. of Waterloo; 13 grandchildren; several great grandchildren; a brother; and two sisters.  She was preceded in death by her parents; a son, Jerry Thurston; a stepson, Ronnie Ranberger; two brothers; and two sisters.

Following cremation, a private graveside gathering of the family will be held at the Wapello Cemetery.

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

John Elmer Ball, age 84, died at his home in rural Mediapolis, Iowa on Monday afternoon, October

24, 2016.  The son of Ralph Deppy and Jean Audrey (Thompson) Ball, he was born at home on January 19, 1932 in rural Morning Sun.  John attended Otter Creek Country School through 8^th grade and graduated from Wapello High School in 1949.

He married Betty Lucille Cowles on August 14, 1952.  They were married 64 years and raised 4 children on their family farm.  He was a lifelong farmer and resident of Louisa County and continued to farm right alongside his sons in his later years.

He was known for his strong work ethic but always made sure to make time for his family and had a great sense of humor.  John liked most anything outdoors and hunting and fishing stories were abundant at family gatherings.  He was always bringing home bucketsful of raspberries or gooseberries for Betty to make into pies or jelly and many times a squirrel or rabbit would make its way onto the family table to feed the family.  John especially enjoyed the time spent restoring his International Farmall tractors with his sons and grandsons and then getting to ride them in the local tractorcades and parades.

John was a member of the Oakville United Methodist Church.  It was evident that he lived his life by his faith, as he was always known for his willingness to help a neighbor and never knew a stranger.  His kids would say that he set the bar high for being the best role model they could ever ask for.  His legacy for the concern of others will be passed on to future generations.

His family includes his wife, Betty; a daughter, Barbara and (Kent) Anderson of Roseburg, Oregon; three sons, Keith and (Diane) Ball of Mediapolis, Chris and (Judy) Ball of Mediapolis, and Mike and (Janice) Ball of Wapello; 13 grandchildren, Jody Parenti, Jamie Anderson, Eric Anderson, Justin McCulloch, Jonny Ball, Tyler McCulloch, Bryan Ball, Chad Ball, Jenny Jackson, Tiffany Ball, Shannon Matthews, Casey Ball, and Stephanie Nicholson; 19 great grandchildren; a brother, Jerry and (Marie) Ball of Morning Sun; many nieces and nephews; and a brother-in-law, Lee Harris and a friend, Don Boyer that were also like brothers to him.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and a brother, Laurence Ball of Centerville, Iowa.

Following cremation the visitation for John’s family to meet friends will be from 5:00 to 7:00 PM on Thursday, October 27, 2016 at the Dudgeon-McCulley Funeral Home in Wapello.  The funeral service will be at the Dudgeon-McCulley Funeral Home on Friday, October 28, 2016 at 10:30 AM

, with Pastor Carl Benge officiating.  Burial will follow at the Bethel Cemetery in rural Wapello, with a meal following at the Oakville Community Center.

A memorial fund has been established for the benefit of Great River Hospice, Oakville Fire and Rescue, and Wapello Fire and Rescue.

Pamela Kay Hubbard, age 54, of Stronghurst, Illinois, passed away at 11:05 p.m. Wednesday, October 26, 2016 at Great River Hospice House in West Burlington, Iowa. She was born June 8, 1962 in Burlington, Iowa, the daughter of Leslie and Nola Bigger Talbott. On November 25, 1989, she married Bryan Hubbard in Lomax, Illinois.

Pam was a 1980 graduate of Southern High School in Stronghurst. For the past 19 years, she worked as a clerk for F&M Bank & Trust in Burlington. Prior to that, she was employed at the Henderson County Health Department for seven years. She loved cooking and baking, spending time with her family and friends, volunteering, and “paying it forward” to her community. She was a member of the Lomax Christian Church.

Survivors include her husband, two daughters, Morgan (Austin) Lewis of Kirkwood, IL, Abby Hubbard of Stronghurst, her mother of Media, IL, two sisters, Tammy (Mike) Martin of Moline, IL, Chris (Frank) Lung of Media, IL, and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, and her in-laws, Quentin and Luella Hubbard.

Visitation will be from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m. Saturday, October 29^th, at West Central Junior High School Gymnasium in Stronghurst. The funeral service will be Sunday, October 30^th, at 2:00 p.m. at the school, with Rev. Karna Peterson officiating. Burial will be in the Walnut Grove Cemetery near Media. A memorial fund has been established and will be designated later. Banks & Beals Funeral Home of Stronghurst is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be left at banksandbeals.com.

Mr. James Raymond Wolbers, 85, of Danville, died Sunday, October 30, 2016 at the Danville Care Center.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 AM, Friday, November 4, 2016 at Elliott Chapel, New London.  Pastor David Mixon will officiate.  Military Rites will be presented by the Henry County Honor Guard.  Immediately following the service a luncheon will be served at the chapel, followed by burial in Aspen Grove Cemetery, Burlington at 1:30 PM.  Visitation will begin after noon on Thursday, November 3 at the chapel, with the family greeting friends from 5:00 to 7:00 PM.  A memorial has been established to Long Creek United Methodist Church, rural Danville.

Frank Ernest Judd, 76, of Oquawka, died at 10:48 AM Saturday, October 29, 2016, at his home.

Born June 1, 1940, in Gulfport, IL, he was the son of Ernest and Virginia  Hester Judd.

Frank worked for the City of Burlington and Burlington Trailways.

He enjoyed racing, watching NASCAR, and was a volunteer fireman in Oquawka.

Survivors include his companion, Lois Loving of Oquawka; five sons, Stewart (Delores) Judd, Michael Judd, Bradley (Cole) Nichols, Leroy (Shannon) Judd all of Burlington, Faron (Pam) Judd of Fredrick, MO; three daughters, Gayla (Doug) Whitaker of Wapello, Lori Burgdorf of Fort Madison, Lisa (Richard) Loving-Smith of Oquawka; many grandchildren, two great-granddaughters; one brother, Walter (Vickie) Judd of Burlington; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, and three brothers.

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

There will be no formal visitation or services at this time.

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

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

Mr. Earl H. Cox, 74, of LaHarpe, IL passed away Friday, October 28, 2016 at the Memorial Hospital in Carthage, IL.

He was born September 29, 1942 in Avon, IL the son of George W. and Alice Shaw Cox. On October 27, 1986, he married Marita Kritz in Tacoma, WA.

Mr Cox was a veteran of the Vietnam war. He served in the US Army for 26 ½ years, retiring as a Master Sergeant. Following his military career he managed the Speed Lube in Macomb, Burlington and Fort Madison. Earl was a member of the LaHarpe American Legion and was active in the Dexter, MO American Legion for the time he lived there.

Surviving are his wife, Marita, 8 children, Kimberly Su Cox of Hartsburg, IL, Travis Newton of Hartsburg, IL, Tatiana Marita Cox of LaHarpe, Pamula Su Cox of Spanaway, WA, Earl Cox Jr. of Dexter, MO, Angela Cox of Donnellson, IA, Tom (Tiffani) White of Burlington and Kerstin Quattromini of Burlington, 7 grandchildren, Izabella Taylor Cox, Luke Dylan White, Gwen White, Alyssa Uhler, Alexander Uhler, Alyvia Uhler and Dakota Cox, and 1 brother, Lawrence Cox of Galesburg, IL.

He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Georgia Carnes, brother V.J. Cox and 2 infant brothers and 1 infant sister.

Services will be held at 10:00am Tuesday, November 1, 2016 at Banks & Beals Funeral Home in LaHarpe with Rev Jim Clayton officiating. Burial with military honors will be in the Rock Island National Cemetery. The family will meet with friends from 6:00 until 8:00pm Monday at the funeral home. A memorial fund has been established for the LaHarpe Ambulance Service. Condolences may be left at banksandbeals.com.

Leroy John “Whitey” Hauswirth, 84, of Sperry, died at 3:45 AM Saturday, October 29, 2016, at his home.

Born June 17, 1932, in Burlington, he was the son of Henry and Gladys Stigge Hauswirth. On December 28, 1958, he married Donna J. Vahle in Burlington.

Whitey worked at J.I. Case Company as a millwright in the maintenance department.  He retired in 1996.

He served in the Army National Guard.

He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing, watching the outdoor channel on TV, building projects where he always had a blue print in mind, and target shooting. Whitey enjoyed being with his family, and liked keeping busy.

Survivors include his wife; two sons, David (Rhonda) Hauswirth of Burlington, Darin (Michelle) Hauswirth of Sperry; one daughter, Jani Garcia of Burlington; one brother, Floyd Hauswirth of Burlington; one sister, Virginia Robu of West Point; five grandchildren, Blake, Andrea, Allison, Emily, Nick; two great-grandsons, Bailey, River; several nieces and nephews;one sister-in-law; Dixie Hauswirth of Morning Sun; special friends, Tom (Irene) Hemerling of Middletown, Frank (Mary) Moss of Kingston; and his beloved lab dogs, Buddy & Gunner.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one son-in-law, one brother-in-law Louie Robu, and one brother, Lawrence.

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 6:00 PM until 7:00 PM Wednesday, November 2, 2016 at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.

The memorial service for Mr. Hauswirth will be 7:00 PM  Wednesday, November 2, 2016, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home with Pastor JudyAnn Morse officiating.

Memorials have been established for Great River Hospice and the Mediapolis Ambulance Service.

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 Leroy’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Renee Lynn Sandy, 52, of Burlington, died at 12:07 PM Friday, October 28, 2016, at the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics due to an untimely accident.

Born August 20, 1964, in Burlington, she was the daughter of Orren and Charlene Mynatt Clark. She married James Sandy in Las Vegas, NV. From this union two sons were born, Garrett and Grant. They later divorced.

Renee was a dental assistant at many locations most recently at the Community Health Center for thirty years.

She was a 1982 graduate of Mediapolis High School.

She was of Lutheran Faith. She enjoyed fundraising for many special causes, flower gardening, painting; especially photos, and walls. Lunchtime with her son was always special, she was a spark that always kept her family laughing.

Survivors include one son, Grant W. Sandy of Burlington; her parents; one sister, Vicki (Bob) Dunlap of Mahomet, IL; one brother, William (Alice Keever) Clark of Burlington; her significant other, Randy Hiland of Burlington; four nieces, three great-nieces, and five great-nephews.

She is preceded in death by her son, Garrett.

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

The family will receive friends from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM, Tuesday, November 1, 2016, at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home .

The memorial service for Ms. Sandy will be 11:00 AM Tuesday, November 1, 2016, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home with Chaplain Dean Graber officiating.  A time of food and fellowship will be held in the community room at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home following the service.

A memorial has been established for the continued education of her son.

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 Renee’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Patricia Ann Boyd, 84, of Burlington, died at 1:53 AM Monday, October 31, 2016, at the Great River Klein Center.

Born July 28, 1932, in Iowa City, she was the daughter of George and Augusta Seibles Bartlett and her stepfather Albert Spooner. On September 21, 1951, she married Merle Keith Boyd in Burlington.   He died on July 31, 1977.

Patricia worked for the Base Exchange in Oscoda, Michigan and retired as a civil servant from the IAAP.

She was a 1950 graduate of Burlington High School

She was of Catholic faith.  Being a wife of a military man she enjoyed traveling the world with him.  She enjoyed her European trips with her sister.  She cherished time with her family

Survivors include two sons, John (Diane) Boyd of Burlington, and Mark (Cindy) Boyd of Nederland, TX; one daughter, Christina (Thomas) Frizzell of Brockton, MA; 14 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren; one brother, Dudley Spooner of Greenville, TN; four sisters, Marlene Voulelis of Boise, ID, Jackie Kudzinowski of Griffith, IN, Judy Fullerton of Clinton, Susan Higginbotham of Flower Mound, TX; and several nieces and nephews.

Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by one brother, Clifford Spooner, one sister, Georgia Richardson, two grandsons, Jacob Boyd and Daniel Diodati.

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 Friday, November 4, 2016, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.

The funeral service for Mrs. Boyd will be 10:30 AM Friday, November 4, 2016, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home with Reverend Shane A. McCampbell officiating.  Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for the Special Needs Foundation of Des Moines County.

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

Douglas “Doug”  C. Gerst, 50, of Mediapolis, died at 2:32 PM Wednesday, November 2, 2016, at the Great River Medical Center in West Burlington.

Doug was born June 29, 1966, in Burlington, he was the son of James “Jim” A. and Linda M. Rowell Gerst. On August 17, 1991, he married Debra “Debbie”  Drain in Oakville, IA on his grandparent’s farm.

He was a truck driver for WW Transport.

Doug was of Christian Faith.  He loved spending time with his family and watching sports, especially the Hawkeyes, St. Louis Cardinals, and the Pittsburgh Steelers.  He enjoyed being outdoors, constantly tinkering with things, and taking the kids on lawn mower rides.

Survivors include his wife, Debra “Debbie” Gerst of Mediapolis; his father, James “Jim” A. (Donna) Gerst; his mother, Linda M. Gerst; his children, Audrey  Gerst of Mediapolis, Rylee Johnson of Mediapolis and Tyler Clover of Alpha, IL; six grandchildren, Quinci, Zander, Liam, Jaxton, Nolan, Payten; five brothers, James (JoAnn) Gerst of Alpena, MI, Thomas Gerst of Gladstone, IL, Gregory (Kathy Fraise) Gerst of Mediapolis, Robert (LaMae) Gerst of New London, Jason (Jessica) Gerst of Cedar Rapids; one sister, Jamie (Chris) Siegrist of Hedrick, IA and many nieces & nephews.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents.

Visitation will be from 2:00 PM until 7:00 PM with the family to receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Friday, November 4, 2016 at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.

The funeral service for Mr. Gerst will be 10:00 AM Saturday, November 5, 2016, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home with Reverend Shane A. McCampbell officiating. Cremation will be entrusted to the care of Prugh~Thielen Crematory following the service.

A memorial has been established for the education of his grandchildren.

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 Doug’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Mrs. Linda Rowley Gall, 65, of Burlington died at 5:50 p.m. Thursday, October 27, 2016, at Great River Hospice House in West Burlington.

Born January 1, 1951 in Daytona Beach, Florida, she was the daughter of Donald and Mary Lou (Fain) Rowley.  On March 21, 1990 she married Chuck Gall in Florida.

Mrs. Gall was an insurance global sales consultant and a mortgage consultant.  She was a member of SS John and Paul Catholic Church.

Mrs. Gall was extremely brilliant, cheerful, fun and compassionate person to be around.  She loved to travel and cook and was a bargain hunter.

Survivors include her husband, Chuck Gall of Burlington; one son, Jason Allen (Cathy) Smith of Cherry, North Carolina; six step children, Jennifer Hinman, Jeffrey Gall, Michael Gall, Shawn Gall, Cheryl Gall and Tamara Gall; two grandchildren; three sisters, Deborah McConnell of Ft. Myers, Florida, Sharon Kaskie of Inverness, Florida and Brenda Sandberg of Clearwater, Florida; one brother, Ken Rowley of Jacksonville, Florida and nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

There will be no visitation or service at this time.  Cremation has been entrusted to Lunning Chapel.

Mr. Wayne Dale John Sr., 83, of Burlington died at 2:52 p.m. Wednesday, November 2, 2016, at Great River Medical Center.

Born November 15, 1932 in Bloomfield he was the son of Wardie Henry and Ottie May (Swaim) John.  On October 4, 1952 he married Wilma Jo Ross in Bloomfield.  She preceded him in death on July 29, 2008.

Mr. John was a 1950 graduate of Bloomfield High School.  He was a material checker at I.A.A.P., working for both the Army and I.A.A.P. for 26 years.  He then became maintenance director at Camp Wyoming, Iowa and later worked in maintenance at Maquoketa Hospital and at Klein Hospital in Burlington.

Mr. John was a member of First Presbyterian Church.  He was a past member of the Eagle and Moose Lodges.  He was the manager of his sons’ baseball teams, past scout master of Troop 11, and member of the Order of Arrow at Camp Eastman.  He enjoyed scouting, baseball, fishing, boating, dancing and playing Santa.  When his children were growing up, the family spent a great deal of time on Otter Island which gave the family many treasured memories.

Survivors include three sons, Rick Lee (Diane) John and Randy Jay (Linda) John both of Burlington and Jeffrey Alan John of Sneads Ferry, North Carolina; one daughter, Tonya Lynne (Tom) John-Hahn of Burlington; 11 grandchildren, Kathy Jo, Kasey Ann, Kristopher, Cristina, Derick, Amber, Teea, Kimberly, Jennifer Jo, Jessica and Emily; 12 great grandchildren, Kyle, Kody, Kolton, Kaleb, Kit, Collin, Krista, Andrew, Logan, Garret, Haley and Tanner; one brother, Lowell John of West Burlington; one sister, Betty Fox of Port Clinton, Ohio; and nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; son, Wayne Dale John Jr; stillborn daughter, Teresa Jo; four brothers, Otis, Roscoe, Lyle and Melvin; and two sisters, Beatrice and Beulah.

The funeral service for Mr. John will be 11 a.m. Monday, November 7^th, at Lunning Chapel with the Rev. Deb Kinney officiating.  Interment will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 9 a.m. on Monday until the time of service.

A memorial has been established.

Ms. Betty Jean Kirgan, 76, of Burlington died at 5:50 p.m. Tuesday, November 1, 2016, at Burlington Care Center.

Born February 8, 1940 in Houghton, she was the daughter of Clarence Andrew and Anna Marie (Brown) Calhoun.

Ms. Kirgan was a 1958 graduate of Hillsboro High School.  She worked in production at Federal Mogul for 15 years, retiring in 1983.

Ms. Kirgan loved cats and shopping and collected dolls.

Survivors include two sons, Kenny Lyons of Des Moines and Travis Kirgan of Milo; six grandchildren; three great grandchildren; three sisters, Marge Titus and Kathryn Anderson both of Burlington and Patricia Stansbury of Union; and nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Private family services will be held for Ms. Kirgan.

A memorial has been established for Des Moines County Humane Society.

Cremation has been entrusted to Lunning Chapel.

Mr. Nathan A. “Nate” Parrott, 90, of Burlington died at 8:50 a.m. Thursday, October 27, 2016, at Great River Hospice House in West Burlington.

Born July 15, 1926 in Burlington he was the son of Robert C. and Gladys J. (Green) Parrott.  On February 1, 1952 he married Marianne Morrison in Burlington.  She preceded him in death on April 10, 2016.

Mr. Parrott was a 1944 graduate of Burlington High School.  He was an Army Air Corps veteran of World War II.  He worked at Northwestern Bell and AT&T.

Mr. Parrott enjoyed antique motorcycles, antique gas engines and radio controlled airplanes and he could fix just about anything.

Survivors include three daughters, Cindy (Donald) Mathews of Danville, Amy (Donald) Heckenberg of Burlington and Lynn Daw of Monmouth, Illinois; six grandchildren; sixgreat grandchildren; and one sister, Sherry J. Parrott of rural Burlington.

The memorial visitation for Nathan and Marianne Parrott will be 2:00 p.m. until 4: 00 p.m. Sunday, November 6^th at Lunning Chapel where the family will receive friends.

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

Mr. Terry Q. Newberry, 73, of Rio Vista, IL passed away at 5:46 PM Tuesday, November 1, 2016 at the Fort Madison Community Hospital, Fort Madison, IA.

Terry was born on October 10, 1943 in Delaware, the son of Quentin and Marie Wolf Newberry. On September 17, 1996 he married Rebecca Mae Meier in Fort Madison.

He was a graduate of the former Dallas City High School. Terry worked as a Boilermaker for 40 years and was a member of the Local 83, Kansas City.

Terry is survived by his wife: Rebecca; seven children: Tamara Taylor of Fort Madison, Kelly Raschendorfer of West Burlington, IA, Lisa Hayes of Wapello, IA, Sandi Newberry of Burlington, IA, Terry Newberry of Cape Girardeau, MO, Sherri Peterson of Burlington, Marc Althar of Dallas City; several grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers: Steven and Jon Newberry.

No visitation will be held. A graveside service will be held in the Harris Cemetery near Dallas City at 10:00 AM Saturday, November 5, 2016 with Rev. Lee Unger officiating. A memorial fund has been established for PAWS of Fort Madison. Condolences may be left at banksandbeals.com

Carl Edward Mumme, 93, of Danville, died Friday, November 4, 2016 at the Great River Klein Center, West Burlington.

The funeral service for Carl E. Mumme will be held Thursday, November 10^th at 10:30 AM at Elliott Chapel, New London.  Reverend David Mixon will officiate. Interment will be held at Long Creek Cemetery, rural Danville, with military rites by The Henry County Honor Guard.  Visitation will begin after noon on Wednesday, November 9^th at the chapel with the family present to receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00.  There will be an Eastern Star Service at 7:00 PM.

Memorials in honor of Carl Mumme have been established for the Danville Fire Department and an Order Of Eastern Star scholarship.

Michael ‘Pete’ Peterson, age 57, of Mediapolis, died Friday, November 4, 2016, after a long and courageous battle with cancer.  The son of Ralph A. and Lorraine M. Ruschill Peterson, he was born on April 21, 1959 in Burlington.

Mike graduated from Mediapolis High School in 1977.  He grew up on the farm and enjoyed farming until he became an electrician and worked at the US Gypsum plant.  Along with farming, he enjoyed fishing, gardening, and being with his family and friends.

He is survived by his mother, Lorraine Peterson of Burlington; three sisters, LeAnne & Mike Van Winkle of Glen Ellyn, Illinois, Becky & Monte Delzell of Morning Sun, and Lisa & Mark Inman of San Antonio, Texas; eight nieces and nephews, Jon and Matt Van Winkle, Tayler and Jordan Delzell, Allie Peters, and Hunter, Dakotah, and Nikki Inman; and a great nephew, Noah Peters.  He was preceded in death by his father.

The family will gather and meet friends prior to the funeral from 9:30 to 10:30 AM on Tuesday, November 8, 2016, at the Hagele and Honts Funeral Home in Mediapolis with the funeral being held at 10:30 AM, officiated by Paul Rathke, Bereavement Coordinator of Hospice Compassus.  Burial will follow at the Kossuth Cemetery.

Memorials will benefit the Mediapolis Community Ambulance Service and the Mediapolis FFA.

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

Bernard R. ‘Buck’ Gittings, age 64, of Wapello, died Friday afternoon, November 4, 2016, at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Iowa City.  The son of Bill and Charlotte Beckman Gittings, he was born on April 5, 1952, in Mt. Pleasant.  He married Karen Copeland on August 24, 1990, in Burlington.

He graduated from Mediapolis High School in 1970 and served in the US Navy for 7 years during the Vietnam Conflict.  Buck enjoyed being owner – operator of his own semi trucking business.  He also enjoyed camping, fishing, and mechanics.

His family includes his wife, Karen; four children, Billy Gittings of Lakeland, Florida, Trisha Jackson of West Burlington, Aaron & Amber Gittings of Peoria, Illinois, and Kelsey Gittings & Mitch Meyers of Lincoln, Nebraska; three step-children, Tammy & Scott Noble and Jodi & Duane Boysen both of Morning Sun and Lance & Cher Talbott of Wapello; nine grandchildren; one great granddaughter; a brother, Ron & Mary Gittings of Esko, Minnesota; a sister, Cathy & Bob Cowles of Morning Sun; and several nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his parents.

His request following cremation is for a Celebration of Life to be held at Lake Odessa – Snively Access from 2:00 to 4:00 PM on Saturday, November 12, 2016.

The Dudgeon-McCulley Funeral Home in Wapello is providing the care.

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

Dorothy Evon Wasson, 87, of Burlington, died Saturday, November 5, 2016 at 2:10 PM at the Burlington Care Center.

Born August 15, 1928, in Keokuk, she was the daughter of Floyd Everett and Lena Ellen Courtney Ashby. On January 15, 1945, she married Clarence E. Wasson in Burlington. He died August 13, 1995.

Dorothy worked as an Licensed Practical Nurse at various care facilities.

She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church and was an avid NASCAR fan.

Survivors include one son, John (Joyce) Wasson of Waukee, IA; four daughters, Linda Wasson of Des Moines, IA, Nancy Hoyt of Mocksville, NC, Cheryl (John) Kurz of Waukegan, IL, and Barbara (Charlie) Bell of Arlington, TX; 10 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Besides her husband, she is preceded in death by her parents, one brother and one sister.

As per Dorothy’s request, cremation has been accorded and there will be no formal services at this time.

Inurnment will be in Burlington Memorial Park Cemetery.

A memorial has been established for Trinity Lutheran Church.

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

Robert Lawrence Thele, 71, of Burlington, died at 2:16 PM Friday, November 4, 2016, at home.

Born June 18, 1945, in Bethesda, MD, he was the son of Lawrence W. and Agnes Margaret Widerspach Thele.

Robert received his Ph.D. in mathematics from the University of Iowa in 1972.

Robert was a math professor at Oklahoma and Nebraska University.

He was of the Catholic faith. He enjoyed reading, particularly history, and staying up-to-date on current events; he also enjoyed shopping in hardware stores.

Survivors include one brother, James R. Thele of Omaha, NE; one nephew, Paul (Michaelle) Thele of Gretna, NE; and one great-niece, Maiya Thele of Gretna, NE,.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Visitation will be from 8:00 AM until 10:00 AM with the family to receive friends from 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM Wednesday, November 9, 2016, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.

The funeral service for Mr. Thele will be 10:00 AM Wednesday, November 9, 2016, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home with Very Reverend Father Marty Goetz as the Celebrant. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery following the service.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for the Des Moines County Humane Society.

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

Larry Dean Baker, 68, of Burlington, died at 11:45 PM Monday, November 7, 2016, at the Great River Hospice House.

Born October 7, 1948, in Edina, MO, he was the son of Lorraine H. and Naomi L. Luke Baker. In 1969, he married Judy DeBolt in Burlington. They later divorced.

Larry started out working for various companies in Keokuk, then worked at the Ordnance Plant for ten years, and later he worked for the Walmart Warehouse in Mt. Pleasant for 22 years.

He was a 1967 graduate of Burlington High School.

He was a member of the Masonic Lodge. He enjoyed gardening, baking, making wine; he also enjoyed yard work, helping his neighbors, watching the weather channel and sitting outside on his front porch.  He was an Aladdin lamp and antique collector.

Survivors include one son, Shawn (Jessica) Baker of Burlington; five grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; three brothers, Harold (Shirley) Baker of Ft. Madison, Richard (Jeannie) Baker of Augusta, twin brother, Lyman (June) Baker of Doniphan, MO; twin sisters, Janice Baker of Lomax, Janet (Mike) Levins of West Burlington; several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Robert; and one sister, Elizabeth Hirte.

Visitation will be from noon until 7:00 PM with the family to receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Friday, November 11, 2016 at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.

The funeral service for Mr. Baker will be 10:00 AM Saturday, November 12, 2016, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home with Reverend Dean Graber officiating.  Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery.

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 Larry’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Maxine Marie Taylor Green, 87, of Burlington died at 5:15 a.m. Wednesday, November 9, 2016, at the Klein Center in West Burlington.

Born February 15, 1929 in Augusta, Iowa, she was the daughter of Arthur R. and Mary Louise (Schirmer) Staub.  On October 16, 1954 she married Donald F. Taylor who preceded her in death on May 26, 1991.  On November 18, 2000 she married Loren Green who preceded her in death on July 27, 2001.

Maxine worked at Sylvania, IRC/TRW, Burlington Golf Club, and in the kitchen at Great River Medical Center.  She also owned two businesses.

Maxine was of the Catholic faith.  She had a passion for owls and had quite the collection.  She enjoyed crocheting, crafts, fishing, time spent on the river, dancing and a cold glass of beer.  She enjoyed watching nature – especially hummingbirds.  Riding in her convertible and being outdoors.  She loved time spent with her family, grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchild.

Survivors include three daughters, Mary (Tim) Edgerly of Chaparral, New Mexico, Alma (Larry) Kirby of West Burlington and Terri (Chuck) Swanner of Burlington; one son, LaVerne (Lori) Taylor of Burlington; nine grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husbands, four brothers, four sisters, one daughter Twilla Leaming, and one grandson Ross Taylor.

The Celebration of Life for Maxine will be from 1 until 4 p.m. Sunday, November 13^th, at the Moose Lodge.  A private inurnment will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery at a later date.

A memorial has been established for Faces of Courage of the Kayla Atkins Foundation.

Cremation has been entrusted to Lunning Chapel.

Mark J Beckman, 93, of Burlington, died at 12:45 PM Tuesday, November 8, 2016, at the Burlington Care Center in Burlington.

Born June 23, 1923, in Burlington, he was the son of Cletus and Margaret Ruff Beckman. On July 30, 1949, he married Eloise L. Russell at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Burlington and was blissfully married to her for 67 years.  Mark was one of five (of seven) children in the family to celebrate over 60 years of marriage.

Mr. Beckman grew up in Dodgeville and graduated from Sperry High School in 1941. After graduation, he was employed by Murray Iron Works in Burlington. He received and applied his machinist trade there from 1941 until 1948.

He later was employed by Midwest Biscuit Co. beginning as salesman and then on into maintenance where he applied his mechanical ability keeping machines in top condition as well as building several machines that were used in the factory for a number of years. Later, he was employed by Linder Commercial Mechanical Contractors of New London for many years and later worked for 28 years for Chanen’s Steel and Scrap Processing in office accounting and also was the yard supervisor. Mark retired in May of 2003 at 80 years of age. He thoroughly enjoyed working all of his life.

He was a member of SS. John & Paul Catholic Church. He was also a member of the Burlington Eagles Club, which he joined when he was 21 years old and was a member of the Drill Team for several years. Mark enjoyed music and dancing. When he was young, he enjoyed boating and having built a cabin on the Iowa side of the river, he spent many weekends there and on the Great Mississippi in his speed boat. He was also an excellent skier which was a sport he loved. He was also a talented baseball player and played several years for a number of teams, as well as one year for Dr. Russell’s team.

Mr. Beckman is survived by his wife of 67 years, Eloise; two brothers, Donald (Mary Lee) Beckman of Burlington and Clifford (Diane) Beckman of Dodgeville; three sisters, Eileen Prier of Burlington, Betty McLaughlin of Mediapolis, and Mary Lou Peterson of Burlington; two sisters-in-law, Betty Beckman of Burlington and Maxine Warner of West Burlington; and many nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Robert Beckman.

Open visitation will be from noon until 7:00 PM, Friday, November 11, 2016 at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home.  The family will receive friends from 8:30 AM until 9:30 AM with a 9:30 AM Rosary Service to follow Saturday, November 12, 2016 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church.

The Funeral Mass of the Resurrection for Mr. Beckman will be 10:00 AM, Saturday, November 12, 2016 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church with Rev. Father Gary Beckman as the Celebrant and Very Rev. Father Marty Goetz as the Con Celebrant. Music will be provided by the Des Moines County Resurrection Choir.  Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery.  A time of food and fellowship will be held in the SS Mary and Patrick Catholic Church Parish Center, West Burlington following the burial.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry.

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

Argene ‘Fox’ Bonnichsen, age 82, of Wapello, died Sunday morning, November 13, 2016, at the Wapello Specialty Care.  The son of Virgil and Bertha Thomas Bonnichsen, he was born on August 2, 1934 in Letts.  He married Lois Stineman Lessenger on December 10, 1959 in Monroe, Michigan.

He graduated from Grandview High School in 1952.  After serving in the US Army for two years, Argene worked at the Corner Station in Grandview, later at Rath Packing for several years, and retired from Monsanto.  He and Lois owned and operated the Grandview Market for several years.

Argene was a Mason and member of the KAABA Shrine and the American Legion at Columbus Junction.

He enjoyed bowling, travelling, fishing, gardening, dancing, playing cards, country music, and especially riding his motorcycles or scooters and his happy hour.  He was an avid fan of the Cubs, Bears, and Hawkeyes.

His family includes his wife, Lois; three sons, Carl & Lisa Bonnichsen of Letts, Casey Bonnichsen of Grandview, and Craig & Dana Bonnichsen of Grandview; three step-children, Brian & Fran Lessenger of Grandview, Teresa & Brian Shepley of Camdenton, Missouri, and Pete & Carolyn Lessenger of Friendswood, Texas; 17 grandchildren; 32 great grandchildren; and one great great granddaughter.  He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Roxeye.

Following cremation, friends may call from 3:00 to 7:00 PM on Wednesday at the Dudgeon-McCulley Funeral Home in Wapello where the family will meet friends from 5:00 to 7:00 PM.  The funeral ceremony will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, November 17, 2016, at the Dudgeon-McCulley Funeral Home.  Family and friends will gather for a lunch at the Corner Market in Wapello following the funeral.  A private burial will take place later in the Grandview Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers a Memorial Fund has been established for the benefit of the Wapello Rescue Unit.

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

Jim Hollenbeck, 75, of Burlington, died at 10:10 PM Monday, November 14, 2016, at the Great River Medical Center in West Burlington.

Born June 28, 1941, in Burlington, he was the son of Gaylord and Goldie Taylor Hollenbeck.

He was a truck driver and worked for Ideal Concrete for 27 years.

Jim was a 34 Raceway enthusiast and had raced in the 1960’s until the 1980’s. He was an avid fan of NASCAR, Notre Dame Football, and the San Francisco 49ers. He was a Ford man and enjoyed frying fish for family gatherings, but what Jim loved most was spending time with his family

Survivors include one son, Edward (Mickie) Hollenbeck of Burlington; two daughters, Tracy (George) Reynolds of Burlington and, Kim (Mike) Smith; six grandchildren;

five great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Carolyn Moser of Kingston and Ruth Timmerman of Mediapolis.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Gaylord “Bud” Hollenbeck Jr.; and one sister, Joyce Lillie

Visitation will be from noon until 7:00 PM with the family to receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Thursday, November 17, 2016 at Prugh’s Chapel.

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

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.

Dorothy J. Wilson , 83, of Burlington, died at 9:00 AM Tuesday, November 15, 2016, at the Burlington Care Center.

Born October 29, 1933, in Burlington, she was the daughter of Lawrence Earl and Helen Anna Steinbrecher Neff. On October 18, 1952, she married Donald E. Wilson in Burlington. He died September 25, 2014.

Dorothy worked for Burlington School District in food service for 38 years.

She was a member of SS Mary and Patrick Catholic Church.

Survivors include two sons, Daniel Wilson and Bruce (Sherry) Wilson both of Burlington; three daughters, Linda (Michael) Vorwerk of Hamilton, NJ, Sharon (Tony) Stuart of New London, and Lori Warner of Charlotte, NC; 14 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; one brother, Donald Neff of Burlington, and one sister, Mary Larson of Ft. Madison.

Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; two daughters, Ann Marie and Debra; and one brother, Richard Neff.

Visitation will be from noon until 7:00 PM with the family to receive friends from 5:00PM until 7:00 PM Friday, November 18, 2016, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.

The Funeral Mass of the Resurrection for Mrs. Wilson will be 9:30 AM Saturday, November 19, 2016, 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.  Burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery, West Burlington.

A memorial has been established for 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 Dorothy’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Esther Gene Schwerin, 89, of Burlington, died at 7:30 AM Tuesday, November 15, 2016, at the Blair House Nursing & Rehabilitation Center.

Born February 27, 1927, in Fairfield, IA, she was the daughter of Esmond L. and Evangie L. Collier Wells. On February 25, 1950, she married Kenneth W. Schwerin in Burlington, IA. He died on December 31, 1989.

Esther worked as a registered nurse for 32 years. She worked at a nursery preschool for 10 years and at a rehabilitation center for 16 1/2 years. Esther traveled many miles over Southeast Iowa as a nurse with the WIC Program.

She was an active member of Bethany Lutheran Church. She was a master gardener and was a certified Caring Clown named Pixie.

Survivors include one son, William Craig (Debbie Watson) Schwerin of Mount Prospect, IL; two daughters,  Pamela Jean Schwerin of Reasnor, IA, Patricia Lea Schwerin of Houston, TX; three brothers, Donald (Glenda) Wells of Saint Louis, MO, Larry (Karen) Wells of Des Moines, IA, David (Connie) Wells of Fairfield, IA; one sister, Pauline  Kaplan of Tucson, AZ; and several nieces and nephews.

Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, five brothers, James, Andy, Henry, Marvin, Charlie, and one brother-in-law, Al Kaplan.

Visitation will be from 12:00 PM until 5:00 PM with the family to receive friends from 3:00 PM until 5:00 PM Sunday, November 20, 2016 at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.

Cremation has been entrusted to the Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home & Crematory.

The memorial service for Ms. Schwerin will be 11:00 AM Monday, November 21, 2016, at Bethany Lutheran Church with Pastor Paul Hermansen officiating.  A time of food and fellowship will be immediately following the service at Bethany Lutheran Church.  Graveside Ash Committal Services will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery at 1:30 PM.

Memorials have been established for Bethany Lutheran Church and Jane Delano Student Nurse Scholarship.

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

Berl Gerald ‘Gary’ Wilcox, Jr., age 77, of Wapello, died Friday evening, November 11, 2016, at the Great River Medical Center in West Burlington.  The son of Berl Gerald and Myrtle Fawn Hastings Wilcox, Sr., he was born on October 21, 1939, in Drakesville, Iowa.  He married Janet Ann Callahan on June 2, 1979 in Biggsville, Illinois.  She preceded him in death on December 26, 2006.

He graduated from Gladstone Oquawka High School.  Berl served in the US Navy and National Guard.  He worked at the Ordnance Plant in West Burlington, the Burlington City Sewer Department, at Pallister Pallets in Wapello, and the City of Wapello.   He was a member of the American Legion at Morning Sun and the Patriots of War.

His family includes two daughters, Stacey & William Lee of La Harpe, Illinois and Mindy & John Kemper of Donnellson; a son Berl & LaDonna Wilcox, III of Donnellson; a step daughter, Brenda & Akan Iniama of Saint Thomas Virgin Islands; five grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; and two sisters, Sue & James Stone of Kickapoo, Illinois and Ann & Kim Schack of West Burlington.  He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Janet; a brother, Stephen; and a grandson, Jacob.

Following cremation, a Celebration of Life will be held at the Huckleberry House C at the Pzazz in Burlington on Saturday, November 19, 2016, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM.

The Dudgeon-Mcculley Funeral Home in Wapello has provided the care and arrangements.

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

Edwin John “Junior” Cutt, age 80 of the Shokokon community, rural Carman, Illinois, died at 6:00 p.m. Tuesday November 15, 2016 at his home. He was born September 20, 1936 in Peoria, Illinois, the son of Edwin John and Anna Marie Brusich Cutt. On October 12, 2002, he married Teresa Joanne McMorrow.

Mr. Cutt was a graduate of East Peoria High School, East Peoria, Illinois. Following high school, he served in the United States Navy for twenty two years. While in the Navy, he served aboard the aircraft carrier USS Wasp, and also in Guam and Morocco. He retired from service as a communications technician with the rank of Chief Petty Officer. After his military service, he was worked in logistics for Hewlett-Packard Company for several years, retiring in 1998.

Mr. Cutt was a proud veteran who loved his country and his family, especially his grandchildren. He was an avid St. Louis Baseball Cardinal fan and a devoted Republican. He enjoyed gardening, and in his later years, artwork, birdwatching, and riding his golf cart along the Mississippi river in Shokokon. He was a member of Morton, IL American Legion, US Navy Cryptologic Veterans Association, the Fleet Reserve Association, Illinois Sheriffs Association, and the National Rifle Association.

Survivors include his wife, Teresa, two daughters, Diana Cutt of Nyack, NY, Carol (Nick) Peters of Miami, FL, one son, Jeff (Penny) Cutt of Pompano Beach, FL, four stepchildren, Kenneth (Tonya) Opel of Mackinaw, IL, Kevin (Amy) Opel of Morton, IL, Steve (Karrie) Novy of Pleasant Plains, IL, Gene Stoutamyer of Mundelein, IL, eleven grandchildren, Sierra, Evan, Caden, Cameron, Aaron, Alexis, Eli, C.J., Tyler, Alex, and Connor, two sisters, Betty Moore of East Peoria, IL, and Cheryl Rowley of Phoenix, IL, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Eugene and Joe Cutt.

A gathering of friends and family, followed by military rites, will be from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. on Sunday Nov. 20, 2016 at Banks & Beals Funeral Home in Stronghurst. Cremation Rites will be then be accorded and Mr. Cutt’s ashes will be scattered at sea. A memorial fund has been established for the American Diabetes Association. Condolences may be left at banksandbeals.com.

Mrs. Jennifer Williams, 70, of Burlington died at 7:40 a.m. Monday, November 14, 2016, at her home.

Born January 11, 1946 in Burlington, she was the daughter of Margery (Butts) Bash and Roy Carl Bernhart.  On April 6, 1998 she married Merrill “Bill” Williams in Hawaii.

Mrs. Williams was a graduate of West Burlington High School.  She worked as an inspector for various manufacturing companies and was a photo technician at Henley’s Photo in Bakersfield, California for 15 years, retiring in 2001.

Mrs. Williams was a member of First Assembly of God Church in Burlington.  She enjoyed crafts, yard work and her pets.

Survivors include her husband, “Bill” Williams of Burlington; one daughter, Tamara (Mark) Day of Carman, Illinois; two sons, Todd (Jeri) Thompson of Winlock, Washington and Troy (Maria) Thompson of Burlington; nine grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; and two brothers, Tim (Chris) Bernhart and Jeff (Glenda) Bernhart both of Burlington.

She was preceded in death by her parents and one great grandson.

The memorial funeral service for Mrs. Williams will be 1:30 p.m. Saturday, November 19^th, at Lunning Chapel with the Rev. Scott Collier officiating.  Inurnment will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery at a later date.

A memorial has been established for First Assembly of God Church.

Cremation has been entrusted to Lunning Chapel.

Mrs. Jennie N. Stucker, 100, of West Burlington died at 3:52 a.m. Monday, November 14, 2016, at Great River Medical Center – Klein Unit.

Born March 26, 1916 Las Vegas, New Mexico she was the daughter of William A. and Frances (Albright) Fullhart.  On August 9, 1940 she married Paul Denzel Stucker in Ottumwa.  He preceded her in death on February 19, 1992.

Mrs. Stucker was a graduate of Exline High School.  She was a homemaker and helped her husband farm.

Mrs. Stucker was a member of Christian Church in Exline, Iowa.  She was a member of Des Moines County Farm Bureau, and the Moose and Eagles Auxiliaries.  She enjoyed yardwork, gardening, and canning produce from her garden.  She collected teddy bears and had over 300 in her collection.  She loved being with her children and grandchildren.

Survivors include one son, D.A. Stucker of Morning Sun; two daughters, Joan Gulick and Mary Ann Meyer both of Burlington; 14 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; three great-great grandchildren; seven step grandchildren; nine step great grandchildren; and one sister, Prue Simmons of Mystic.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two daughters Barbara and Donna, one son in infancy, two sisters, and three brothers.

Friends may call from noon until 6 p.m. Friday, November 18^th, at Lunning Chapel where the family will receive friends from 5 until 6 p.m.

The graveside funeral service and interment for Mrs. Stucker will be 11 a.m. Saturday, November 19^th, at Shinar Cumberland Cemetery with the Rev. Steven Parker officiating.

A memorial has been established for Great River Hospice.

Arthur Reyburn Perry Jr., 86, formerly of Oak Park, IL died Friday, November 4, 2016.

Born October 31, 1930, in Davenport, IA, he was the son of Arthur Reyburn and Mary Lucille Kahman Perry. In 1970 he married Suzanne Crane in Burlington.

Arthur studied for the Roman Catholic priesthood and was ordained in the Diocese of Davenport on June 1, 1957.  Following his ordination he taught at Assumption High School in Davenport.  During his thirteen years as a priest, he also served as Chaplain at St. Vincent Home from 1957 until 1964.  He served as principal for six years at Notre Dame High School in Burlington, he then joined the staff at Oak Park and River Forest High School as Dean of Students, where he served until his retirement in 1993.

He graduated with honors in 1952 from Notre Dame University and went on to earn his Masters in Education.

Survivors include his wife; one son, Arthur R. (Jennifer Mack) Perry III; three step-daughters, Melissa (Richard Lambert) Boldebuck, Theresa (Jim Hubacek) Castro, Mary (Joe) Walz Lluhi; two step-sons, David (Nancy Peterson) Walz, Brian (Cristi Belmonte) Walz; one brother, Richard Kahman Perry; two sisters, Mary Lu Soto, Hallie McNamara; ten grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and one grandson, Scott David Walz.

The family will receive friends from 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM, Saturday, at the Prugh Funeral Service, 317 N. 4th Street.

The Graveside Ash Committal Service for Mr. Perry will be 10:00 AM Saturday, November 19, 2016, at Sacred Heart Cemetery with Deacon Bob Glaser officiating.

Prugh Funeral Service is in charge of arrangements.

Faye Priscilla Kapplan, 85, formerly of Burlington, died at 6:36 PM Thursday, November 17, 2016, at the Windmill Manor in Coralville.

Born October 2, 1931, in East Brady, PA, she was the daughter of Chester Arthur and Mildred Priscilla Smink. On August 21, 1955, she married Harold Kapplan in Philadelphia, PA. He died March 5, 2002.

Faye was a homemaker. She had previously worked for J.S. Schram’s in the housewares department.

Faye was a social butterfly. She enjoyed gardening her flowers, cooking, baking, and volunteering at the Burlington Medical Center, Great River Medical Center, and the Klein Center.

Survivors include one son, Barry (Nancy) Kapplan of Union, CT; one daughter, Sharon (Kevin) Ginty of Coralville; seven grandchildren, Jacob (Oksana) Kapplan, David Kapplan, Ariel (Richard) MacPherson, Taryn (Marc) Smith, Brendan Ginty, Natalie Ginty, and Michael Ginty.

Besides her husband, Harold, she was preceded in death by her parents and two sisters, Arlene and Cleo.

A private family graveside service was held in Aspen Grove Cemetery.

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

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

Buddy Ray Mennen, 65, of West Burlington, died at 2:00 PM Friday, November 18, 2016, at his home in West Burlington surrounded by his loving family.

Born October 8, 1951, in Burlington, he was the son of Mark A. and Rita P. Gulick Mennen.

On December 23, 1982, he married Kathryn Lynne Marmion in Burlington.  To his wife he was everything; a loving and faithful husband, a rock of stability and a once-in-a-lifetime friend. Never were two people more perfect for each other. There was never a question of his feelings for her. She was his number one and he spent every day of his life reminding her of that. They strolled through life together hand-in-hand, side-by-side, both falling more in love every day.

Together, Buddy and Kathy raised four children.  To his son Bill, he gave his belief that nothing was beyond repair and anything can be fixed.  To his daughter Mindy, he gave his conviction that it is never too late to right your course and be the best version of yourself.  To his son Aaron, he gave the belief that no situation is too big and anything is achievable through hard work and dedication.   To his daughter Amy, he gave his tender heart and his gift of patience and understanding.  In fact, he gave all of his children all of these gifts.

Buddy loved motorcycles.  As a young man, Buddy was a talented rider, competing in motocross races and occasionally showing his skills in the neighborhoods of Burlington.  It was not uncommon to find him riding a wheelie down Osborn Street or up South 5th Street hill.  In more recent years, Buddy spent his time restoring old Triumph motorcycles.  When he did ride, it was usually slowly through the rolling timber of his land with his grandchildren on the back.  These were perhaps his favorite times on a bike.

He was a gifted, self-taught banjo picker.  Buddy’s earliest audience was his two little girls who loved to dance to the music he made.  As his family grew, so did his audience, and in his final years, it was his two little great-granddaughters who danced to his picking.  Buddy rarely played for anyone outside his family; he never knew how good he was.  To his family, the music he made was more beautiful than anything they’ll ever hear again.

Although Buddy spent his entire career at General Electric in Burlington, IA, loyalty to his friends and coworkers always superseded loyalty to his company.  He would do anything for anyone, and always had their back.  His impact was felt beyond the walls of GE as he inspired young friends through the way he raised his kids and loved his wife.  To those who knew him and loved him at work and in life, he will never be forgotten for the impact he made on their lives.   Buddy retired from GE in 2006.

Buddy was a member of SS. John and Paul Catholic Church.  He came back to his Catholic faith in 2009.  As he and Kathy went through the RCIA process, their love for the Lord grew and their faith family expanded.  Buddy’s final days were spent wrapped in the warmth of Christ’s love and the love of those with Christ in their hearts.  It was Buddy’s strong faith that allowed him to face the end of his life without fear.

Survivors include his wife, Kathy of West Burlington; two sons, Bill (Beth) Mennen of West Burlington and Aaron (Judy) Mennen of Burlington; two daughters, Mindy (John) Mahon of Davenport and Amy (Alfredo) Tovar of Kansas City, MO; 17 grandchildren, Emily, Nick, Maddie, Carly, Brice, Lilian, Caleb, Sam, Morgan, Jonah, Luke, Carter, Jake, Brent, Abe, Gretchen and Hattie, and two great-grandchildren, Ruby and Wren; one sister, Vicki (Buz) Dreckmeier of Burlington; one brother, Tony Mennen of West Burlington, numerous nieces and nephews and one aunt, Joann Pugh of Texas.

He is preceded in death by his parents.

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, November 25, 2016, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.

The Funeral Mass of the Resurrection for Mr. Mennen will be 10:00 AM Saturday, November 26, 2016, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church with Very Rev. Father Marty Goetz as the Celebrant and Rev. Father Bill Roush as Concelebrant.  Music will be provided by the Des Moines County Resurrection Choir.  Burial will be in Green Glade Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please direct memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society and the Iowa Donor Network.

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 Buddy’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Robert L. Brandt , 80, of Burlington, died Sunday, November 20, 2016, in his home.

Born January 2, 1936, in Burlington, he was the son of Leroy William and Gladys Isabel Leffler Brandt. On June 15, 1961, he married Carol  Braun in Burlington.

Robert graduated from Burlington High School in 1954.

He was a U.S. Army Veteran.

Robert was a lifetime farmer; the family farm and caring for his cattle brought great enjoyment.

He was a member of SS John and Paul Catholic Church. He enjoyed visiting the home bound and others in nursing homes.  He loved to hike and camp with his family, woodworking, and working on 4-H projects with his sons and grandson.

Survivors include his wife, Carol Brandt  five sons, Dale Robert Brandt of Central City, Rich Brandt of Cedar Rapids, Steve Brandt of Dubuque, Mark (Amy) Brandt of Olathe, KS, and Matt Brandt of West Des Moines; one grandson, Kolton Brandt; two sisters Irene Brandt of Bethesda, MD and Judy Amenell of West Burlington; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Visitation will be from 3:00 PM until 8:00 PM with the family to receive friends following a 5:30 PM Rosary Service until 8:00 PM Thursday, November 24, 2016, at  Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.

The Funeral Mass of the Resurrection for Mr. Brandt will be 10:00 AM Friday, November 25, 2016, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church with Very Rev. Father Marty Goetz as the Celebrant and Rev. Father Bill Roush as the Con Celebrant.  Music will be provided by the Des Moines County Resurrection Choir.  Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery.  A time of food and fellowship will be held in St. John’s Cafeteria following the burial.

Memorials have been established for Great River Hospice and 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 Robert’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

James D. “Don” Roche, age 94 of Macomb, Illinois, formerly of Raritan, Illinois, passed away at 8:19 a.m. Monday November 21, 2016 at The Elms in Macomb. He was born January 5, 1922 near Stronghurst, the son of Timothy Arthur and Mary Winifred St. Ledger Roche. On August 23, 1944, he married Kathryn Wilsie Tully at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church near Raritan. She preceded him in death on November 22, 1999.

Don served as Postmaster in Raritan for over 35 years, retiring in 1992. He was a graduate of Stronghurst High School. He lived in Raritan most of his life, moving to Macomb in 2005. He was an avid sports fan and enjoyed following the Robinson Illinois High School Maroons, Western Illinois Leathernecks, Notre Dame Fighting Irish, Chicago Cubs and Chicago Bears. He was a member of Twin Oaks Golf Club in Blandinsville, Western Illinois Leatherneck Club, and St. Patrick’s Catholic Church.

Survivors include one daughter, Mary Anne (Jerry) Johnson of Tucson, AZ, two sons, J. Dwaine (JoElla) Roche of Macomb, Terry (Lynne) Roche of Robinson, IL, four grandchilren, Daria Roche Carlberg, Jennifer Bollman Warmbold, Tony Roche, and Laura Roche, seven great grandchildren, Marlana and Cassidy Warmbold, Nicholas and Nathaniel Carlberg, and Brody, Brasyn, and Alaca Roche. He was preceded in death by his wife, one grandson, Darek Roche, two brothers and five sisters.

There will be a Rosary recited at 3:30 p.m. Sunday November 27, 2016, followed by visitation with the family from 4:00 until 6:00 pm. at Banks & Beals Funeral Home in Stronghurst. The Mass of Celebration will be at 10:00 a.m. Monday November 28^th at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church near Raritan, with Father Tom Otto as Celebrant. Burial will be in St. Patrick’s Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for the Robinson High School Booster Club, Robinson, Illinois and The Elms of Macomb, Illinois. Condolences may be left at banksandbeals.com.

David Wayne Myers, 60, of Burlington, died at 9:30 AM Sunday, November 20, 2016, at his home.

Born October 19, 1956, in Mount Pleasant, he was the son of Donn Dennis and Doris Naomi Cox Myers. On February 28, 1991, he married Julie Ann Reynolds in Burlington.

David worked in detailing and maintenance.

He loved computers, watching movies, R-C cars, model cars, and spending time with his grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife, Julie; four grandchildren, Josh, Jensen, Jayden, Julian; two brothers, Denny Myers of Burlington and Herby Bindel of Missouri; one sister, Nancy Tucker of Burlington; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Damian W. Myers; one brother-in-law, Jim Tucker; and his mother-in-law, Pat Reynolds.

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

The memorial service for Mr. Myers will be 11:00 AM Monday, November 28, 2016, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home with Pastor Dan Doolin officiating. 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, 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 David’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Kathy Rinae Caldwell, 59, of Burlington, died at 6:30 AM Monday, November 21, 2016, at her home.

Born August 15, 1957, in Burlington, she was the daughter of Richard Floyd and Carol Marjorie Timmerman Cluney. She married Richard Caldwell in 1974. They later divorced.

Kathy was the owner of Kat’s Cleaning Solutions.

She enjoyed flowers, gardening, fishing, playing cards, taking walks in the country, and baking cupcakes for her friends. Kathy was very patient and enjoyed visiting with people.  She was an avid supporter of the Humane Society and enjoyed feeding and taking care of animals.

Survivors include her parents; two sons, Chad Caldwell & Quinton Smothers both of Burlington; two sisters, Jeannette Butts of West Burlington, Sharon (Richard) Wyett of Danville, one brother, Richard Cluney, Jr. of Danville; and several nieces and nephews.

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

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

There will be no formal visitation or services.

Interment will be in Long Creek Cemetery at a later date.

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

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

Mary Jane Lillard, age 80, of Stronghurst, Illinois, passed away at 12:25 p.m. Monday November 21, 2016 at Great River Medical Center in West Burlington, Iowa. She was born August 20, 1936 in Burlington, Iowa, the daughter of Horace Elbridge and Bernice Rose Charter Smith. On December 7, 1952, she married Calbert Edwin “Cal” Lillard in Burlington, He preceded her in death on January 14, 2006.

Mary was Social Services Director at Oak Lane Nursing & Rehab in Stronghurst for several years. Earlier in life, she worked for Conifer and also IRC in Burlington. She loved music, flower gardening, family gatherings, and visiting with her friends. She was a member of the Stronghurst United Methodist Church.

Survivors include three daughters, Patricia (Frank) Piper of Monmouth, IL, Kelly Lillard of Surprise, AZ, Lori Russell of Stronghurst, one son, Charles (Debra) Lillard of London, KY, five grandchildren, Tracy Watson, Shawn Lillard, Channon Hanson, Brian Piper, Andrew Russell, eleven great grandchildren, and one sister, Judy Bielser of Gladstone, IL. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one grandson, Aaron Russell, one sister, Colleen Smith, and two brothers, Charles and James Smith.

The funeral for Mrs. Lillard will be at 3:00 p.m. Saturday November 26, 2016 at Banks & Beals Funeral Home in Stronghurst. Friends may call after 10:00 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home, where the family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Memorials have been established for Stronghurst Ambulance Service, Oak Lane Nursing & Rehab, and Stronghurst United Methodist Church. Condolences may be left at banksandbeals.com

Daniel James Kosifas, 83, of Terre Haute, Illinois passed away Saturday, November 26, 2016 at the Great River Medical Center, West Burlington, IA.

He was born August 10, 1933 in Chicago, IL the son of Steve and Josephine Havanec Kosifas. On November 26, 1955 he married Rosemary Ann Heili. She preceded him in death on September 16, 2016.

He was a graduate of the College of St. Thomas in Minnesota. He made his living as a high school science teacher and later as a Corporate Salesman.

Surviving are three sons, Christopher Kosifas of Chula Vista, CA, Mark Kosifas of Terre Haute, IL, and Matthew Kosifas of Carson City, NV, one grandson, Adam Kosifas of Sedalia, MO, two great-grandchildren, Christopher Kosifas and Brianna Kosifas of Sedalia, MO, and one sister, Donna Kman of Phoenix, AZ.

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

Per Daniel’s request, there will be no services. Burial will be held at a later date at the Terre Haute Cemetery, Terre Haute, IL. Banks & Beals Funeral Home in LaHarpe is assisting the family. Condolences may be left at banksandbeals.com.

Gerald “Coop” Cooper, 65, of Burlington, died at 9:07 AM Tuesday, November 22, 2016, at the Great River Medical Center in West Burlington.

Born July 30, 1951, in Burlington, he was the son of Gerald Keith Cooper and Shirley Ilene Sturms.

He graduated from Burlington High School in 1970.

Gerald worked for Cessford Construction for 40 years. He had also worked for Smith Auction Service.

He was a member of Sons of the American Veterans and the Burlington Gym. Gerald enjoyed working on old trucks and cars, woodworking, and attending auctions.

Survivors include his mother, Shirley Sturms; one brother; four sisters; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father and two brothers.

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

The family to receive friends from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM Tuesday, November 29, 2016, at Prugh Thielen Funeral Home.

The memorial service for Mr. Cooper will be 11:00 AM Tuesday, November 29, 2016, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home with Reverend Dean Graber officiating. Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for the VFW Post #10102.

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

Ardith Elaine White, 74, of Burlington, died at 12:00 pm Tuesday, November 8, 2016, at the Great River Hospice House in West Burlington.

Born January 9, 1942, in Dallas City, Illinois, she was the daughter of Clyde A. and Lois Isabelle Henry Brown. In 1962 she married Richard Pale White. they later divorced.

Survivors include two daughters, Nico White of Burlington, JoAnn Smith of Mediapolis one son, Brian White of Omaha, Nebraska, one  sister, Twila J. Polson of Burlington, IA,  Eight grandchildren, Kasandra, Christopher, Zackary, Tristan, Kyle,Jaden,Kimberley Ann and Trinity, Two great granddaughters, Kinsley and Lia  several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers and two sisters.

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

There will be no formal visitation or services.

Interment will be in Harris Cemetery in Dallas City, Illinois at a later date.

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

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

Clayton Alexander Connelly, 18, of Burlington, died at 6:55 AM Thursday, November 24, 2016, at the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics in Iowa City as a result of an automobile accident.

Born September 25, 1998, in Burlington, he was the son of the late Chad Allen Connelly and Melissa Weiss.

He would have been a Senior at Burlington High School.

Clay worked for Wendy’s in Burlington.

He enjoyed riding 4-wheelers, motorcycles, and dirt bikes. He also enjoyed trucks, cars, spending time with his girlfriend, hanging out at the Port of Burlington and being with family and friends.

Survivors include his mother, Melissa Weiss; step-father, Rasheim Twine; maternal grandparents, Mark (Deb) Weiss; great-grandmother, Dana (Jim) Weiss of West Burlington; great-grandparents, Mike (Judy) Coon; great-grandfather, BJ McCabe; grandparents, Brenda (Rod) Boyer; great-grandfather, Cecil C. Connelly of Burlington; grandmother, Tonya Connelly Bowman of Burlington; grandparents, Tina (Troy) Johnson; three sisters, Calysta Connelly, Aurianna Lloyd, and Damiana Lloyd; five brothers, Chad Connelly, Jr., Christian Connelly Jerri Lee Connelly, Alex Clare Connelly, and Nicholas Connelly; aunts, Shawna Ranney, Stephanie Ranney, Terri Schwartz, Lashawna Rice, and Monique Williams; uncles, Ben Weiss, Justin Weiss, Brayton Boyer, Cecil Connelly, Marquis Jones, and Dominique Jones; great-uncles and great-aunts, Brad (Julie) Weiss, Brian (Earl) Weiss, Laura Weiss; six cousins, Chloe, Emma, Jade, Ravera, Emmet, and Jaden; his special girlfriend, Daylee Larpenter; and his girlfriend’s mother, Robyn Canova.

He was preceded in death by his father, Chad Connelly; two great-grandmothers, Wanda Connelly and Linda McCabe; one great-great-grandmother; Lois Brown; and one great-great-grandfather, Myrale Connelly.

Cremation will be entrusted to the care of Prugh~Thielen Crematory following the Celebration of Life Service.

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, December 2, 2016 at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.

The Celebration of Life for Mr. Connelly will be 2:30 PM Sunday, December 4, 2016 at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home with Reverend Shane A. McCampbell officiating. Casual attire is requested. A time of food and fellowship will be held at The Burlington Gym 129 S. 4th Street, Burlington, IA,following the service.

A memorial has been established in his name.

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 Clay’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Elva L. DeYarman, age 98, of Morning Sun, died Saturday afternoon, November 26, 2016, at her home.  The daughter of C.L. and Ina Hunt Gibbs, she was born on April 7, 1918 in Mt. Union.  She married Kyle T. DeYarman on June 14, 1937 in Winfield.  Dr. DeYarman preceded her in death on November 25, 1991.

She graduated from Mt. Union High School and from Iowa Wesleyan College with a B.S.E. degree.  She taught 2^nd grade in Morning Sun and Urbandale for many years.  Elva was a member of the First United Presbyterian Church in Morning Sun.

Elva enjoyed playing cards, the Cardinals and Hawkeyes, and played golf until she was 85.  She was known for her positive and quick wit attitude.

Her family includes three children, Jan & Jack Hamilton of Branson, Missouri, Kyle & Kathy DeYarman of Weston, Wisconsin, and Kay Kolbe & Richard Lovett of Morning Sun and Ft. Madison; 6 grandchildren & spouses; 11 great grandchildren; 6 great great grandchildren; and three special caregivers, Carolyn Young, Judy Buckman, and Sherry Saltzman all of Morning Sun.  She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Dr. Kyle DeYarman; a granddaughter, Kris Langum; a great grandson, Travis Langum; three sisters, Lei, Leota, and Helen; and a brother, Ron Gibbs.

The family will meet friends from 4:00 to 7:00 PM on Wednesday, November 30, 2016, at the Hagele and Honts Funeral Home in Morning Sun.  The funeral ceremony for Elva DeYarman will be held at 10:30 AM on Thursday, December 1, 2016, at the First Presbyterian Church in Morning Sun with Pastor Jon Evans officiating.  Following a light lunch at the church, the burial will be at the Winfield-Scott Township Cemetery at Winfield.

A Memorial Fund has been established for the benefit of the Great River Hospice, the First United Presbyterian Church, the Community Food Pantry,

and the Morning Sun Community Ambulance Service.

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

Wanda L. Wiemer, 87, of Burlington, died at 10:10 PM Sunday, November 27, 2016, at her home.

Wanda Lou Johnson was born to Alfred and Marjorie Monteith Johnson on May 11, 1929 in Exline, IA. She first married Dale P. Cornick in 1949 and after his death married David L. Wiemer of Rockford, IL.

She moved to Burlington, IA when she was 12 years old and graduated from Burlington High School in 1946.

She worked for Northwestern Bell Telephone Company, then Schramm’s Department Store and later at Chubb and Son Insurance in Los Angeles. Later, she returned to Burlington and worked as  Clerk/Typist at the IAAP.

She married Dale Cornick in 1949 and together they had four children, one boy and three girls. Later she became active in volunteer work including being on the Board of Directors of the YWCA, as a hospital volunteer and later was on the Board of Directors of the local Kings Daughter’s Home. After 17 years as a mother and homemaker, she went back to the working world, first taking refresher courses at Drake University and Southeastern Community College. She then obtained her insurance and real estate licenses, and was active in those fields. She later became secretary to the court administrator of the 8th Judicial District of Iowa. Her husband of 35 years died of cancer in 1984. After being widowed, her high school classmate contacted her. David Wiemer and Wanda were married in North Palm Beach, Florida on February 26, 1986. She then moved from Burlington to Rockford, Illinois and assumed the position of Administrative Assistant to the Court Administrator. In that position, she helped to bring mandatory arbitration into the state system. After retiring in 1990, she and her husband moved to Bella Vista, Arkansas where they lived for 12 years.Wanda loved her game of golf and she is proud of her one hole-in-one at Flint Hills. She also played as much bridge as possible. She was a member of Messiah Lutheran Church, NH Chapter of PEO, What So Ever Circle of King’s Daughters, Burlington Golf Club, Burlington Women’s Club and other organizations.

Survivors include her husband, David L Wiemer; her four children, Mark (Karla) Cornick and Lynn (Tom) Sawyer both of Burlington, Diane (David) Gabeline of Danville, and Kathryn (Jim) O’Donnell of Seattle, WA; step-children, David (Kathy) Wiemer of Minnetonka, MN, Douglas (Kathy) Wiemer of Boulder, CO, Dan (Kim) Wiemer of Red Wing, MN, Diana Wiemer of Durand, IL; ten grandchildren, Jodi Norton, Zachary Cornick, Nicholas Cornick, Shane Sawyer, Christa Reid, Brianna McCord, Adam Gabeline, Alex Menke, Andrew Wasson, and Daniel Wasson; 16 great-grandchildren; three step-grandchildren, Emily, Julia, and Paige Wiemer; and two sisters, Sandra Gustafson of Athens, GA and Marjorie Kay (Al) Limback of North Carolina.

She was preceded in death by her first husband, Dale Cornick; and one brother, Gunnar Johnson.

Visitation will be from noon until 7:00 PM with the family to receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Wednesday, November 30, 2016 at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.

The funeral service for Mrs. Wiemer will be 10:30 AM Thursday, December 1, 2016, at Messiah Lutheran Church with Reverend Susanne E. Smith officiating.  Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery.  A time of food and fellowship will be held at Messiah Lutheran Church following the burial.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for Messiah Lutheran 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 Wanda ‘s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

A. Russell Stephens, age 63, of Wapello, died Thursday, November 24, 2016, at the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics in Iowa City.  The son of Adrian and Betty Johnson Stephens, he was born on May 26, 1953 in Burlington.  Russ married Kay Pontzius on August 4, 1973 in Wapello.

He graduated from Wapello High School in 1972.  He worked at Grain Processing Company for 34 years.  Russ enjoyed his family especially his grandchildren.

His family includes his wife, Kay; two daughters, Stacey & Josh Waterhouse of Sperry and Kelly Stephens of Wapello; a son Ryan & Jennifer Stephens of Mediapolis; seven grandchildren, Lexi, Jessie, Jenna, Wyatt, Tristin, Brenner, and Paisley; five brothers, Bill & Marci Stephens of Muscatine, Bob Stephens of Wapello, Gary & Sue Stephens of Grandview, Randy Stephens of Wapello, Tim Stephens of Wapello, and Paul & Beth Stephens of Wapello; and a sister Pam & Chuck Fountain of Des Moines.  He was preceded in death by his parents.

Following cremation, there are no services planned.

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

Mildred A. “Millie” Nelson, 70, of West Burlington, died at 7:22 PM Saturday, November 26, 2016, at the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics.

Born April 5, 1946, in El Reno, OK, she was the daughter of George B. and Rita Dora Rothlauf Jayne. On February 17, 1995, she married Steven Craig Nelson in West Burlington.

Mildred was a secretary at the IAAP for 45 years, she retired in 2016.

She was of the Baptist faith and attended Calvary Baptist Church and Riverside Baptist Church.  She loved camping and going to Young’s Lake on the weekends to fish with Alex and friends. Millie was famous for her chocolate chip cookies. She especially enjoyed time with her family, grandkids and friends in Mississippi.

Survivors include her husband; one son, Charles (Beth) Pfadenhauer of Picayune, MS; one step-daughter, Sulene Nelson of Burlington; two grandchildren, Jesse & Lauren Pfadenhauer of Picayune, MS; three sisters, Mary Weyrick of Danville, Gina (Dan) Stokes of Omro, WI, Holly (Rick) Parrott of Danville; one brother, Tim (Chris) Jayne of Mount Pleasant; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, step-father, and one granddaughter, Faith Pfadenhauer.

Visitation will be from 3:00 PM until 7:00 PM with the family to receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Wednesday, November 30, 2016 at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.

The funeral service for Mrs. Nelson will be 11:00 AM Thursday, December 1, 2016, 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.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for the Des Moines County Humane Society and Young’s Lake.

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 Millie’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

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Louise Ann Rolf, 89, of Burlington, died at 2:05 PM Monday, November 28, 2016, at the Burlington Care Center.

Born September 2, 1927, in Burlington, IA, she was the daughter of Herman William and Hannah Louise Gnuschke Rolf.

She worked for Midwest Biscuit for 26 years.

She graduated from the Iowa School for the Blind in Vinton, IA in 1947.

Louise enjoyed animals and was very interested in reading about them. She loved to listen to books and she read her Bible daily in Braille.  She enjoyed communicating with anyone she came into contact with. Louise was a very independent lady.

Survivors include her friends, Constance Ammon, Lora Olson, Judy Bartachek and her neighbor, Paul Polson.

Louise is preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Roselee and one brother-in-law, Lloyd Colton.

The Graveside Committal Service for Miss Rolf will be 10:00 AM Thursday, December 1, 2016, at Aspen Grove Cemetery with Patricia Johnson officiating. Those wishing to attend the service will meet at the Sunnyside Avenue gate prior to the service for a procession to the gravesite.

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

A memorial service for Richard Leon Annegers, Sr, age 60, of Stronghurst, who died November 24, 2016,  will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday December 3, 2016 at Banks & Beals Funeral Home in Stronghurst, with Rev. Terry Muller officiating.  Condolences may be left at banksandbeals.com.

Betty Arlene Gilchrist, 69, of Mediapolis, formerly of Burlington, died 2:20 a.m. Friday, November 25, 2016 at Prairie Ridge and Rehabilitation in Mediapolis.

Born December 15, 1946 in Muscatine, Iowa, she was the daughter of Chester “Jack” and Norma (Whistler) Clevenger.  She married William Gilchrist.  He preceded her in death.

Betty was a homemaker and held child care in her home.  She was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene.  She enjoyed knitting, crocheting and being around kids.  She will be missed.

Survivors include two sisters; Linda and Marilyn both of Florida and numerous cousins.

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

The memorial funeral service for Mrs. Gilchrist will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, December 2^nd at the First Church of the Nazarene.  Pastor Terry Vance will officiate.

The family requests no flowers, according to her wishes, cremation has been entrusted to Lunning Chapel.

Helen Marie Burrell, 90, of Danville, died at 7:20 PM Tuesday, November 29, 2016, at the Danville Care Center.

Born December 17, 1925, in Burlington, she was the daughter of Ervin George and Goldie Marie Halfley Remaly. On May 4, 1941, she married Clinton Eugene “Gene” Burrell in Kahoka, MO.

Helen worked for Sylvania, Champion, IAAP, and for Danville Food Mart.

Helen was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints as well as the Eastern Star.  She also spent her time raising chickens. Her and Gene loved to square-dance. Helen loved to play organ, crochet and sew, but most importantly she loved caring for her family and friends.

Survivors include two sons, Lucky (Barbara) Burrell of Middletown and  Jay (Christa) Burrell of Burlington; one daughter, Dorothy Mears of Burlington; 19 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; one sister, Bonnie Diercks of Burlington, several nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and two sons, Edward and Ray Burrell

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 Monday, December 5, 2016 at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.

The funeral service for Mrs. Burrell will be 11:00 AM Tuesday, December 6, 2016, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home. Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery.

A memorial has been established.

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

Mrs. Betty Ann Parrish, 89, of Burlington, IA, formerly of Gladstone, IL, passed away at 12:40 p.m. Thursday, December 1, 2016 at the Klein Center in West Burlington, IA.

She was born on June 4, 1927 in Litchfield, NE the daughter of Seth H. and Flora Van Richmond. On June 2, 1956 she married Raleigh Parrish in Oquawka, IL, he survives.

Mrs. Parrish was a 1945 graduate of the Oquawka High School, where she graduated as Valedictorian of her class. She then attended Western Illinois University, graduating in 1949 with a music major. She taught music for many years in several Henderson County, Illinois schools. Also, Betty had taught piano lessons for 30 years. Betty was a past member of the Oquawka Methodist Church. She was an avid reader and loved playing the piano.

Survivors include her husband, Raleigh, one sone, Mark (Carol) Parrish of Carman, IL, one daughter, Linda (Mike) Churchill of Effingham, IL, one sister, Nancy (Andy) Carlson of Rosetta, IL and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, step-mother, Edna Richmond, and two brothers, Seth and Jack Richmond.

No services are planned at this time. Burial will be held at a later date. A memorial fund has been established for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or the American Cancer Society. Memorials may be mailed to Betty Ann Parrish Memorial Fund, c/o Banks & Beals Funeral Home, P.O. Box 299, Stronghurst, IL 61480. Banks & Beals Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be left at banksandbeals.com

Mr. William “Bill” J. “Vacuum Man” Egan II, 72, of Burlington died at 3:13 p.m. Wednesday, November 30, 2016, at his home.

Born December 2, 1943 in Burlington, he was the son of William and Helen Maxine (Heaton) Egan.  On October 20, 1979 he married Roselyn Marie Weber in Mediapolis.  He was previously married to Paula Burgess who preceded him in death in 1972.

Mr. Egan was a 1962 graduate of Mediapolis High School.  He was a Navy veteran.

Mr. Egan was the owner of Midwest Vacuum for 26 years and sold vacuums for over 50 years.  He loved to sell and was a salesman of many items.

Mr. Egan was a Christian and loved to witness and pray for people.  He was a past member and singer in the Bobby Storm Band.  He also loved to talk and be with his family.

Survivors include his wife, Roselyn Egan of Burlington; one daughter, Kelly Knox of Keokuk; one step-son, Keith A. (Daniell) Simmons of Grand Island, Nebraska; three grandchildren; two step grandchildren; three step great grandchildren; five sisters, Judith (Melvin) Kerr of Macomb, Illinois, Kate (Brian) Ford of Alpine, California, Julia Klenske of Burlington, Joan Beauvais of San Marcos, California and Mary (Tom) Manning of Little River, South Carolina; three brothers, Patrick Egan, Dan (Lynn) Egan and Terry (Anne) Egan all of Burlington; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, first wife, one grandchild and one brother.

A memorial service will be held at a later date with inurnment in Kossuth Cemetery.

A memorial fund has been established.

Cremation has been entrusted to Lunning Chapel.