Edwin F. Banwart, age 96, of Mediapolis and formerly of West Bend, died Friday, December 2, 2016, at the Prairie Ridge Care & Rehab in Mediapolis.  The son of Paul and Elizabeth Benniger Banwart, he was born on September 23, 1920 in West Bend.  He graduated from West Bend High School and attended Iowa State University briefly before serving in the US Army during WW II.  Edwin married Ada M. Schrock on November 19, 1950 in Oakville.

He farmed in West Bend until they moved to Mediapolis in December of 1959 where he farmed and operated Schrock Dairy, a wholesale dairy and retail bottled milk delivery service.  In the 1970’s he started Banwart Real Estate in Mediapolis where he was a real estate agent until he retired.

Edwin was a member of the Mediapolis Apostolic Christian Church, had served on the Mediapolis Community School Board, the Area Education Agency Board, and the Swiss Valley Dairy Coop Board.  In 1965 he won the State Corn Yield Contest as the Master Corngrower of Iowa.  Edwin enjoyed the outdoors as an avid gardener. He also loved splitting wood from his timber.

His family includes his wife, Ada; a daughter, Lynn & Tim Skopec of Iowa City; two sons, Jon & Mary Jo Banwart of Ames and Steven & Jane Banwart of Sheffield, England; seven grandchildren, Lauren Banwart, Alex Skopec, Christine Skopec, Hannah Skopec, Lily Banwart, Rose Banwart, and Amy Banwart.

He is also survived by two brothers, Robert & Kay Banwart and Paul & Emmy Banwart; three sisters, Lela Banwart, Alice Metzger, and Esty Metzger; two sisters-in-law, Madeline Banwart and Betty Banwart; and 40+ nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers, Art, Elmer & Esther, Benjy, and Arnie; three sisters, Clara & Sam Anliker, Leona & Bill Wulf, and Miriam & Ray Frieden; a nephew, Jay Frieden; a niece, Twyla Bajema; and two brothers-in-law, Eli Metzger and Fred Metzger.

The funeral ceremony for Edwin Banwart will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, December 9, 2016, at the Apostolic Christian Church in Mediapolis, officiated by the Ministers of the Church.  Burial will follow at the Apostolic Christian Church Cemetery, rural Oakville.  The family will meet friends Thursday from 4:30 to 7:00 PM at the Hagele and Honts Funeral Home in Mediapolis and from 9:00 to 9:45 AM on Friday at the Church.

Memorial contributions will benefit the Apostolic Christian Church, the Mediapolis Community Fund, and the Mediapolis Education Foundation.

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

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. James “Jim” E. Hockings, 83, of Burlington died at 5:25 p.m. Thursday, December 1, 2016, at Great River Hospice House in West Burlington.

Born May 10, 1933 in Morris, Illinois, he was the son of Frank Francis and Margaret (Fiorina) Hockings.  On June 25, 1955 he married Janet R. Alderson in Burlington.

Mr. Hockings was a 1952 graduate of Morris High School.  He was an Army veteran of the Korean Conflict.

Mr. Hockings worked as a custodian for the City of Burlington for 10 years, retiring in 1982.  He was a member of St. Luke’s United Church of Christ and VFW Posts 10102 and 9162.  He was an avid Chicago Bears and Burlington Bees fan and enjoyed all sports, especially baseball and football.  He loved spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife of 61 years, Janet Hockings of Burlington; one daughter, Debbie Lynn (Gene) Lingafelter of Sherrard, Illinois; one grandson, Dr. Tobin (Jane) Lingafelter of Ballwin, Missouri; one granddaughter, Nichol (Bryan) Starr of Boise, Idaho; seven great grandchildren, Brady, Gavin, Ashby, Jonah, Bode, Annalie, and Elsahday; one sister, Margaret Olson of Sandwich, Illinois; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Herb, Peter and Bob; and one sister, Anna Mae Peterson.

The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Sunday, December 4^th, at Lunning Chapel.

The funeral service for Mr. Hockings will be at 11 a.m. Monday, December 5^th, at Lunning Chapel with the Revs. Hannah Ryan and Mark Schowalter officiating.  The Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard will conduct Military Rites.  Interment will be in Burlington Memorial Park Cemetery.

A memorial has been established for Disabled American Veterans.

William “Bill”  Noblin, 73, of New London, died at 6:30 PM Tuesday, December 6, 2016, at the New London Nursing and Rehab in New London.

Born March 29, 1943, in California. On July 27, 1990, he married Joyce Ann Fry in Temple, TX. She died September 29, 2016.

Bill was a truck driver.

He was a U.S. Army Veteran.

He enjoyed fishing, riding motorcycles, and collecting guns, knives, and swords.

Survivors include three step-daughters, Lori (Joe) Canterbury, Jennifer (Matt) Morrison, and Teresa (Ken) Kelly all of Burlington; and several nieces and nephews.

Besides his wife, he is preceded in death by his parents and one son.

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

A private memorial service will be held at a later date.

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

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

Robin “Robbie” R. Marshall, 50, of Iowa City and formerly of Burlington died at 7:36 a.m. Tuesday, December 6, 2016, at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City.

Born September 17, 1966 in Burlington, she was the daughter of Paul Dean and Margie (Robertson) Marshall.

Robin was a 1985 graduate of Burlington High School, received her bachelors at Coe College and her masters from the University of Phoenix.  She was financial and accounting manager for the Stead Family Department of Pediatrics at the University of Iowa.

Robin was a member of First United Methodist Church.  She loved the Dallas Cowboys, Jeff Gordon, and watching sports.  She was an avid fan of Wynonna Judd and enjoyed listening and attending her concerts.  She was the “party planner” and enjoyed spending time with her family.

Survivors include her mother, Margie Marshall of Burlington; one brother, Gerry (Dian) Marshall of Burlington; one sister, Debbie (Chris) Reid of Tomah, Wisconsin; nieces and nephews, Jera (Ed) Smutney, Jerran (Heidi) Marshall, Jace (Sam) Marshall, Whitney Finley, C.J. (Kathy) Reid, Daniel (Katie) Reid and Amanda Reid; great nieces, Jenica Smutney, Jyliyah (Tink) Smutney, Edlicia (Nene) Smutney, Eveonna (Munch) Smutney and Dacee Marshall; and great nephew, Opie Marshall.

She was preceded in death by her father; maternal and paternal grandparents; niece, Jenica Marshall; and her dog, “Jack”.

The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Friday, December 9^th, at Lunning Chapel.

The funeral service for Robin will be 10 a.m. Saturday, December 10^th, at Lunning Chapel with Pastor Kendall Adams officiating.

In lieu of flowers, A memorial has been established for University of Iowa Children’s Hospital.

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

Mr. Roger D. Comstock, 86, of LaHarpe, IL passed away at 9:55 AM Wednesday, December 7, 2016 at the LaHarpe-Davier Health Care Center.

Roger was born on June 4, 1930 in LaHarpe the son of Ross and Myrtle Gustafson Comstock. On September 23, 1956 he married Martha M. Fowler at the Old Bedford Christian Church, rural Blandinsville, IL.

Mr. Comstock lived most of his life on the family farm east of LaHarpe. He loved farming, raising cattle and hauling grain in his semi. He also worked for SO-IL Service pulling a fertilizer tanker.

Roger was a veteran of the United States Army, serving in Korea from 1952-1954. He was a 50 year member of The Ancient Free and Accepted Masons in LaHarpe as well as the LaHarpe Union Church.

Survivors include his wife: Martha; two sons: Larry (Julie) Comstock of LaHarpe, Dale (Ruth) Comstock of New London, MO; two grandsons: Lathan Comstock of Peoria, IL, Jostan (Ashley) Comstock of Blandinsville, IL; great-granddaughter: Zoiee Comstock; nephew: Steve (Linda) Comstock of LaHarpe; and a Great-nephew: Tony Comstock of Quincy, IL.

Roger was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Rodney Comstock.

Services will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, December 10, 2016 at the Banks & Beals Funeral Home in LaHarpe with Rev. Bruce Goettsche officiating. Burial, with military rites, will follow in the LaHarpe Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home on Friday from 3:00 until 8:00 PM where the family will receive friends from 1:00 PM until the time of services on Saturday. A memorial fund has been established for Roger’s great-granddaughter’s education. Condolences may be left at banksandbeals.com.

Christina L. Stevens, 47, of Dallas City, IL passed away Saturday, December 10, 2016 at the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics, Iowa City, IA.

She was born April 19, 1969 in Fort Madison, IA. On September 20, 2014 she married Kerry Stevens in Dallas City.

Chris was a 1987 graduate of the Nauvoo-Colusa High School and received an Associate Degree from Robert Morris College in Carthage, IL. She had worked at Riverview Supper Club, Country Pastimes, Vorhies Insurance and was currently the District Secretary for the Dallas City School District. She enjoyed hunting with her husband. She was an active member of the Riverview Sportsmen Club where she served as Secretary. Earlier in life she coached T-ball.

Surviving are her husband, Kerry, one son, Nathan Northup, one daughter, Neely Northup, both of Dallas City, her parents, Billy and Barbara Fowler of Dallas City, three step-daughters, Morgan Harrison, Savanah Stevens and Autumn Stevens all of Dallas City, her grandmother, Rosanna Bartlett of Fort Madison, IA and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.

Friends may call after 3:00PM Thursday, December 15, 2016 at Banks & Beals Funeral Home in Dallas City where the family will meet with friends from 5:00 until 8:00 PM Thursday. Services will be held at 10:00 AM Friday, December 16 at the funeral home with Tony Herdrich and Ruth Higgins officiating. Burial will be in the Harris Cemetery near Dallas City. A memorial fund has been established for the Riverview Sportsmen. Condolences may be left at banksandbeals.com.

Marcelene (Marcy) Ruth Davey, 91, of New London, died December 10, 2016 at Great River Hospice House in West Burlington.  According to her wishes, cremation has been accorded.  There will be a private family inurnment at a later date.

Memorials have been established for New London Fire and Rescue and VFW National Home For Children and should be sent to Sheila Lamm, 304 Sunset Drive, New London, IA  52645.

Elliott Chapel, New London, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Stanley R. Black, 64, of Burlington, died at 11:59 AM Sunday, December 11, 2016, at his home.

Born January 12, 1952, in Burlington, IA, he was the son of George William and Vola Ruth Hatton Black. On July 24, 1992, he married Cheryl Arlene Hunt in Burlington, IA.

Stan was a baker for 30 years at the Mississippi Bakery.

He was a 1971 graduate of Burlington High School.

He was a U.S. Army Veteran.

He enjoyed hunting and was a loyal Seattle Seahawks fan.

Survivors include his wife; one son, Lucas Berry of OR; one step-son, Terry (Denise) Messer of Argyle; one daughter, Amanda (Ezra) of OR; one step-daughter, Sara (Steve) Gower of Seattle, WA; four grandchildren; six step-grandchildren; three sisters, Dana (Mark) Ballinger of Washington, IL, Cheryl (Al Krug) Black of Eugene, OR, Georgia (Saul Lubaroff) Black of Iowa City; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

The family will receive friends from 4:30 PM until 6:30 PM, Thursday, December 15, 2016 at the Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home. Full military honors will be rendered by the Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard at 6:30 PM.  The family request that you dress in casual attire.

A memorial has been established for Great River Hospice.

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 Stanley’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Vera Marie Knisley, 104, passed away on Saturday, December 10, 2016 at the Sunset Manor in Waverly, Kansas. funeral home.

A visitation will be held Thursday, December 15 from 10:00 to 11:00 am  at  Elliott Chapel in New London, Iowa  with graveside services following at Trinity Cemetery near Mt. Union.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Melvern United Methodist Church or the Melvern Community Center, sent in care of Feltner Funeral Home, 818 Topeka Avenue, Lyndon, KS. 66451.

Arlene Ray (Myers) Walker, 91, of West Burlington, died at 7:25 PM Sunday, December 11, 2016, at the Great River Klein Center in West Burlington.

Born August 4, 1925, in Burlington, she was the daughter of Ray and Ida (Mauer) Myers. On May 18, 1947, she married Ray R. Walker in Burlington. They later divorced.

Arlene was a teacher for one room schools around the area and Sperry.

She graduated from Winfield High School in 1943. She later attended Iowa Wesleyan College.

She was active in the Latty United Church of Christ. Arlene was a farm wife; she enjoyed singing and spending time outdoors. She also loved Christmas, painting and ceramics, but most of all, Arlene loved her family.

Survivors include one son, Dennis (Debra) Walker of Burlington; one daughter, Cathy Walker of Maple Park, IL; six grandchildren, Jamie Feiza, Jessica Haages, Dan Anderson, Rachel Jimenez, Annie Stump, and Emily Walker; eight great-grandchildren, Blake, Ethan, Joslin, James, Zoey, Leo, Lucy, and Lincoln; one sister, Maxine (Keith) McNeil of Middletown; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Marcella Noss.

The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM Friday, December 16, 2016, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.

The funeral service for Ms. Walker will be 2:00 PM Friday, December 16, 2016, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home with Chaplain David Plooster officiating.  Burial will be in North Walker Cemetery.

A memorial has been established for North Walker Cemetery.

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

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

Mrs. Julia Annette Rittler, 55, of Burlington died at 4:20 p.m. Sunday, December 11, 2016, at Great River Medical Center.

Born June 15, 1961 in Burlington, she was the daughter of Melvin and Darlene (Sherer) Lee.  She married Michael Wagner and they later divorced.  She later married Richard Rittler and he preceded her in death.

Mrs. Rittler was a Burlington High School graduate.  She was a Realtor and Real Estate Broker, most recently working at Coldwell Banker.

Mrs. Rittler was affiliated with Four Square Gospel Church and loved artwork, especially painting and drawing, and crocheting.

Survivors include her companion, Bill Bragg of Burlington; two sons, Jesse Wagner of Fort Madison and Nicholas Rittler of Michigan; her mother, Darlene Lee of Burlington; and two brothers, Kelly Lee and Randy Lee both of Burlington.

She was preceded in death by her father and husband Richard.

The memorial funeral service for Mrs. Rittler will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, December 15^th, at Four Square Gospel Church with Pastor Sam Fratt officiating.

A memorial has been established.

According to Mrs. Rittler’s wishes, cremation has been accorded.

James R. Baker, 93, of Burlington, Iowa, formerly of Lomax, Illinois, died at 9:25 p.m. Friday, December 9^th at Burlington Care Center in Burlington.

Born October 4, 1923, in Burlington, Iowa. He was the son of Roland and Mary Velma House Baker.  On May 14, 1944, he married Joy Chandler in Burlington, Iowa.  Joy died on August 17, 2016.

Mr. Baker graduated from Burlington High School in 1941 and later graduated from Miami-Dade Junior College.  He retired from Pan American Airways located in Florida and Brazil, and returned to rural Lomax, Illinois in 1977.  In 2015, he moved to Burlington, Iowa.

His favorite hobby was woodworking.  He also enjoyed Kiwanis and his morning coffee group.

He is survived by his two sons, Roger (Angie) Baker of Cedar Rapids, IA and Carl (Beth) Baker of Louisville, Kentucky; daughter-in-law, Ann Baker of Easley, South Carolina; seven grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; two nieces and two nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his beloved wife, Joy of 72 years, one brother and one son.

The celebration of life for Mr. Baker will be 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 14^th at First Christian Church – Disciples of Christ.  Pastors Matt Rosine and David Yonker will officiate.  The family will receive friends from 11:30 a.m. until the time of services.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for Great River Hospice of Burlington, First Christian Church – Disciples of Christ, or Kiwanis of Burlington.

The family of Mr. Baker would like to express their deepest appreciation for all the love, care and support given by Burlington Care Center and Great River Hospice of Burlington, and Jim’s many friends.

Laura Leona Joas, 68, of West Burlington, died 4:12 p.m. Thursday, December 8, 2016 at Great River Medical Center in West Burlington.

Born on September 20, 1948 in Burlington, she was the daughter of Delbert Rowe and Faye Lily McNeill.  She married Dallas Joas on June 20, 1998 in West Burlington.

Laura was a homemaker.  She enjoyed horseback riding and raising horses in her younger years.  She loved to travel and was of the Baptist faith.

Survivors include her husband Dallas Joas of West Burlington; two sons; many grandchildren; one brother, George (Carmela) McNeill of  Burlington; one sister, Katherine (Willie) Smith of Middletown; one nephew, Will (Alicia) Smith of Middletown and several cousins.

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

The graveside funeral service and inurnment for Mrs. Joas will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 13^th in Middletown Cemetery.

According to her wishes, cremation has been entrusted to Lunning Chapel.

Ms. Diane “Di” Goodwin, 52, of Fort Madison died at 4:16 p.m. Tuesday, December 6, 2016, at her home.

Born March 2, 1964 in Torrance, California she was the daughter of Charles Ray and Barbara (Prier) Thomas.

Ms. Goodwin was a bartender, worked in sales, and was a homemaker and mother.  She loved playing darts, shopping on QVC and HSN, jewelry, diamonds, “bling”, and getting her nails done.  She was very outgoing, independent, had a good heart and loved her grandchildren.

Survivors include her partner, Andrea Garcia of Fort Madison; two daughters, Patricia “Pit” Lynn (Jeannie Logue) Johnson and Tasha Marie (Billy) Penrod-Carter both of Fort Madison; seven grandchildren, Bobbi “Boogie” Hartis, Jazzilynn Goodwin-Penrod, Jersi Lynn Goodwin-Penrod, Xavier Lee Goodwin-Penrod, Taeja Logue, Jayce Logue and Peyton Carter; three great grandchildren; biological siblings, Melinda Goodwin and Carl Goodwin; and four brothers and seven sisters.

She was preceded in death by her parents; life partner, Pam Johnson; one son in infancy; and ex-husband and father of her children, Anthony Penrod.

The visitation for Ms. Goodwin will be from 5 until 7 p.m. Friday, December 16^th, at Lunning Chapel.

A memorial has been established.

Cremation has been entrusted to Lunning Chapel.

Darlene Susan Stevens, age 89, of Mediapolis, died peacefully Monday evening, December 12, 2016, surrounded by her loving family at Prairie Ridge Care & Rehab in Mediapolis.  The daughter of Arthur and Catherine Schaefer Heuertz, she was born on February 26, 1927 in Sprageville, Iowa.  She graduated from Maquoketa High School in 1945 then Pediatric Nurses training at St. Vincent De Paul Orphanage in Chicago during WW II.  She married Gerald R. Stevens on October 14, 1947 at Maquoketa.  He preceded her in death on November 17, 2010.

Darlene and Gerald were farmers in Delmar and Wyoming, Iowa until they became Tupperware distributors and moved to Ottumwa, Burlington, and later Mediapolis.  When they retired after 31 years of the Tupperware business they returned to farming their first love.  Darlene was always a promoter and organizer.  She became involved in Saint Mary’s Catholic Church in Dodgeville, where she was active in the Parish Council, Family Life, and Golden Age Group.  She organized an area Red Hat Society for Ladies in her community.  Darlene enjoyed crafts and embroidery.

Darlene and Gerald had 5 children who survive including three daughters, Kathy Stevens of Rogers, Arkansas, Marcia Stevens of Bettendorf, Jorja & Lynn Long of Mediapolis; two sons, Jerry & Tamie Stevens of Burlington and Mark & Lori Stevens of Burlington.  Darlene loved and enjoyed her 4 granddaughters, Kelli Rosser, Keesha Marchant, Heather Klein, and Derbi Hoeper; 3 grandsons, Brian Long, Brad Lange, and Adam Lange; 11 great grandchildren; and 4 great great grandchildren.  She is also survived by her brother, Gary & Verna Heuertz; sister, Waunetta Schmitt; and numerous nieces and nephews

She was preceded in death by her husband, Gerald in 2010; her parents; her sister Marcelene Skeffington; and brother, Carroll Heuertz

The family will meet friends from 5:00 to 7:00 PM on Thursday, December 15, 2016 at the Hagele and Honts Funeral Home in Mediapolis with a Rosary to follow at 7:00 PM.  The Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 AM on Friday, December 16, 2016, at Saint Mary’s Catholic Church in Dodgeville officiated by Father Bill Roush.  Burial will follow at Saint Mary’s Catholic Cemetery at Dodgeville followed by a reception at the Parish Center.

Memorial Gifts will benefit Prairie Ridge Care & Rehab and Saint Mary’s Parish.

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

Erma Lee Curtis Devore, 82, of Burlington, died at 4:20 AM Tuesday, December 13, 2016, at the Blair House Nursing & Rehabilitation Center.

Born September 11, 1934, in Keokuk, she was the daughter of Wilbur Lee and Erma G. Scott Curtis. On June 4, 1961, she married Robert Lewis Devore at the First United Methodist Church in Carthage, IL.

She taught business for four years at Sperry High School and later worked for 28 years as a part-time teller at First National Bank of Burlington, now known as US Bank.

She was a graduate of Hamilton High School.  She graduated from college at Western Illinois in Macomb, IL with a degree in Business Education.

She was a member of First United Methodist Church.  Erma Lee and her husband enjoyed traveling to almost all of the states in their motor home, especially going south for the winter.

Survivors include her husband; one son, Mark (Judi) Devore of O’Fallon, MO; one daughter, Janice (Dave) Baack of Cedar Rapids; three granddaughters, Hayley, Paige, and Phoebe; one grandson, Ryan; and many cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents and grandparents.

Visitation will be from noon until 4:00 PM, Sunday, December 18, 2016 with the family to receive friends from 2:00 PM until 4:00 PM, at the Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.

The funeral service for Mrs. Devore will be 11:00 AM Monday, December 19, 2016, at the First United Methodist Church with Reverend Melisa Bracht-Wagner officiating.   A time of food and fellowship will be held at the Loft on Jefferson Street following the service.  Burial will be in Wapello Cemetery.

A memorial has been established for the completion of the gym at the Loft on Jefferson.

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

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

Mr. William Manfredi, 52, of Burlington died at 6:43 p.m. Monday, December 12, 2016 at Great River medical Center Emergency Room.

Born February 28, 1964 in Brooklyn, New York, he was the son of William and Gloria Manfredi.  On January 9, 2002 he married Donna Helmick in Burlington.

Mr. Manfredi worked as a guard at Guardian Angels in New York and also as a CNA.

Mr. Manfredi was of the Catholic faith.  He liked to play darts and cards, go fishing, joke and shoot the breeze with his brothers and sisters, and spend time with his kids.  He was a Jets, Giants, and Mets fan – any New York team.

Survivors include his wife, Donna Manfredi of Burlington; two sons, Joshua Manfredi of Newton and William Manfredi Jr. of Burlington; one daughter, Shelby Rae Yarber of Omaha, Nebraska; one expected grandchild; two brothers, Nicholas Manfredi of Albany, New York and Donald House of Burlington++; three brothers-in-law,  Robert (Stephanie) Helmick of Libertyville, Dustin (Stephanie) Helmick of Fort Madison, and Zachary Helmick of Wever; three sisters-in-law, Rebecca (Terry) Loving, Samantha Helmick, and Vanessa Rochelle Helmick all of Burlington.

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

The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Friday, December 16^th, at Lunning Chapel.

The memorial funeral service for Mr. Manfredi will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, December 17^th, at Lunning Chapel with the Deacon Bob Glaser officiating.

Cremation has been entrusted to Lunning Chapel.

Greg Smutzer, 54, of Burlington died Monday, December 12, 2016, at Great River Medical Center Emergency Room.

Born June 2, 1962 in Burlington, he was the son of Arthur and Betty (Prasch) Smutzer.  On June 25, 1983 he married Deb Bolander in Burlington.

Greg was the store manager of Shopko in Fort Madison.

Greg was of the Catholic faith.  He enjoyed spending time with his kids and grandkids and loved being a “Papa” to Ali, Kennedy, Lane and Lily.  He was a Cardinals and Packers fan, enjoyed going to the beach, had a knack for making people laugh and loved spending time with his extended family.

Survivors include his wife, Deb Smutzer of Burlington; one son, Adam (Nikki) Smutzer of Rushville, Illinois; one daughter, Lindsey (Chris) Gordy of Burlington; four grandchildren, Alexia Gordy, Kennedy Gordy, Lane Smutzer, Lily Smutzer; a new grandbaby due to be born on Greg’s birthday; his mother, Betty Smutzer of Burlington; three brothers, Art (Judy) Smutzer of Andover, Illinois, Gary (Dorothy) Smutzer of Green Valley, Missouri, and “Bob” (deceased) (Mimi) of Freeport, Illinois; four sisters, Debbie (Mike) Richart of New London, and Terri (Roy) Norton, Kathy (Seldon) Conover and Mary (Mark) Beik all of Burlington; several nieces and nephews, great nieces and great nephews and one great-great nephew.

He was preceded in death by his father, Arthur Smutzer; brother, Robert T. Smutzer; and one nephew, Aaron Ross.

The Rosary will be recited at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, December 15^th, at Lunning Chapel where the family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m.

The funeral service for Greg will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, December 16^th, at Lunning Chapel with the Rev. Father Marty Goetz officiating.

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

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

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Larry L. Carl, 74, of Burlington, died at 1:48 PM Tuesday, December 13, 2016, at the Great River Hospice House in West Burlington.

Born October 1, 1942, in Maquon, IL, he was the son of Lawrence E. and Kathryn L. Wallace Carl. On August 24, 1963, he married Barbara J. Richmond in Fairfield, IA.

Larry worked as a conductor for Burlington Northern Railroad for 40 years.

He graduated from Ottumwa High School in 1960. He later attended Missouri State College in Kirksville, MO

He was a deacon and faithful member of Sunnyside Baptist Church. Larry enjoyed doing crosswords, fishing, hunting, golfing, assembling model trains, guns and shooting, restoring and tinkering with his Ford Model A and collecting old gas pumps, but most of all he enjoyed attending his grandchildren’s sporting events and spending time with family.

Survivors include his wife, Barbara; four sons, John (Ann) Carl of Burlington, Wes (Marcy) Carl of Peachtree City, GA, Wayne (Meg) Carl of Galesburg, IL, and Paul (Becky) Carl of Burlington; thirteen grandchildren, Morgan, Katy (James), Caleb, Jared, Olivia (Josh), Grant, Ryan, Courtney, Alyssa, Jenna, Jacob, Aaron, and Nolan; three great-grandchildren, Aiden, Aria, and Ezekiel; one sister, Patricia (Larry) Eakins of Ottumwa; two nieces Debbie Mitra and Phyllis (Bob)Thompson; and two great-nieces and one great-nephew.

He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, and one sister, Karol Carl.

The family will receive friends from 12:00 PM until 1:30 PM Saturday, December 17, 2016 at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home, 3940 Division Street in Burlington.

The funeral service for Mr. Carl will be 1:30 PM Saturday, December 17, 2016, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home with Pastor Larry Dodds officiating.  Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery.

A memorial has been established for Sunnyside Baptist Church Missions.

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.

Alfredo Garza Jr., 76, of West Burlington, died at 2:20 AM Wednesday, December 14, 2016, at the Great River Medical Center.

Born September 25, 1940, in Brownsville, TX, he was the son of Alfredo and Tredora Guadlupe Perez Garza. On September 20, 1962, he married Jacinta Cisneros in Oquawka, IL.

Alfredo worked in production at Chittenden & Eastman Company for 25 years before his retirement.

He was of Catholic faith.  He loved to be outdoors and was always on the go.  He enjoyed fishing, hunting, caring for his own yard, and spent many hours repairing classic cars and trucks.

Survivors include his wife; four daughters, Yolanda Garza of West Burlington, Alma (Jerry) Hogberg, Teresa Garza, Rosalinda Garza all of Burlington; eight grandchildren, Jennifer, Robert, Miranda, Stephanie, Tommy, Lucerza, Marissa, Vanessa; five great-grandchildren, Aaliyah, Keondrea, Kyra, Kameron, Caleb; one sister, Florence Rocha of Dallas, TX; one brother, Erenesto (Susan) Garza of Dallas, TX; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, and one half-brother.

The family will receive friends from 12:00 PM until 1:00 PM,  Monday, December 19, 2016 at the Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home.

The funeral service for Mr. Garza will be 1:00 PM Monday, December 19, 2016, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home with Rev. Father Marty Goetz officiating.  Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery.

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 Alfredo’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com

Barbara Ann Hall, 71, of Burlington, died at 1:21 PM Monday, December 12, 2016, at Bickford Cottage in Burlington.

Born September 23, 1945, in Burlington, she was the daughter of Bernard and Mary Gramke Frey. On May 18, 1968, she married John David Hall in St. John’s Catholic Church in Burlington. He died on August 9, 2016.

Barbara was a homemaker, RN at Mercy Hospital from 1966 – 1969, and did volunteer work.

She was a 1963 graduate of Notre Dame High School.

She was a member of SS John & Paul Catholic Church.  She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.

Survivors include her daughter, Sarah C. Piazza of Laguna Hills, CA; and two sisters, Donna Edwards, Betty Warmker.

Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, and two sons, Anthony John Hall and Christopher Joseph Hall.

Visitation will be from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM  Friday, December 30, 2016, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, where the family will receive friends .

The Funeral Mass of the Resurrection for Mrs. Hall will be 11:00 am Friday, December 30, 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.  A time of food and fellowship will be held in the community room at St. John’s Cafeteria following the burial.

Memorials have been established for St. John the Baptist Catholic Church 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 Barbara’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Esther Mae Turner, 98, of West Burlington, died at 5:50 AM Friday, December 16, 2016, at the Great River Hospice House in West Burlington.

Born May 5, 1918, in West Burlington, she was the daughter of Daniel Thomas and Nellie Mary Wolf French.

Esther worked as a nurse’s aide for the former Burlington Medical Center for 50 years.

She was a member of Burlington Baptist Church. She also was volunteer at Great River Medical Center.

Survivors include two daughters, Sandra Mutchler of Burlington and LaVonne Underwood of Cedar Rapids; two sons, Richard Turner of West Burlington and James Turner of Muncie, IN; 21 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; two brothers, Richard French of Florida and Robert French of Cleveland, OH; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Daniel French, Paul French, and Chester French; and sisters, Emily Levins, Dorothy Levins and Helen Murphy.

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

The memorial service for Mrs. Turner will be 2:00 PM Monday, December 19, 2016, at Burlington Baptist Church with Pastor Kendall Adams officiating.

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.

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

Sandra “Sandy” Schafer Richter, 54, of West Burlington, died at 10:23 PM Saturday, December 17, 2016, at the Great River Hospice House in West Burlington.

Born July 10, 1962, in Burlington, she was the daughter of George Harvey and Sharon Lee Norris Schafer. On December 24, 2003, she married William Frederick Richter in West Burlington.

She attended Mediapolis High School and later obtained her GED.

Sandy was a bar tender and was a production worker for Vista Bakery.

Sandy was of the Episcopal faith. She was a Chicago Cubs fan.

Survivors include her husband, William Frederick Richter; one step-son, William Richter of Morrison, IL; one step-daughter, Kayla Richter of Clinton; three step-granddaughters; two sisters, Candice Schmitz of West Burlington and Dawn (Ed) Bowman of Burlington; one nephew, Christopher Bowman; and two nieces, Alisha Bowman and Brandi Schmitz.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

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

No formal visitation is planned..

The memorial service for Mrs. Richter will be 1:00 PM Tuesday, December 20, 2016, at Christ Episcopal Church with Fr. Carl Mann officiating.  Burial will be at a later date.

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 Sandra’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Kristie Kay Weaver, 37, of Burlington, died at 11:50 PM Thursday, December 15, 2016, at the Great River Hospice House in West Burlington.

Born January 20, 1979, in Burlington, she was the daughter of Michael Lee and Karen Sue Olson Weaver.

Kristie was an assistant manager at Farm King where she had worked for 19 years.

She was a 1997 graduate of Burlington High School.

She was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan. She enjoyed watching movies and the Walking Dead TV series, and spending time with her dogs, Chi Chi , Baylee Blu, and Lucy.

Survivors include her parents, Michael and Karen Weaver of Burlington; one brother, Anthony Weaver of Burlington; one sister, Angela Weaver of Iowa City; one niece, Frankie Weaver; one nephew, Preston Long; and her fiancé, Brad DeWitt of Burlington.

She was preceded in death by one sister, Dawn Weaver, and her grandparents.

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

Visitation will be from noon until 7:00 PM with the family to receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Tuesday, December 20, 2016, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.

The memorial service for Kristie will be 10:00 AM Wednesday, December 21, 2016, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home with Reverend Dean Graber officiating.  Burial will be in Burlington Memorial Park Cemetery.  A time of food and fellowship will be held in the community room at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home following the burial.

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

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

Matthew “Matt” Wayne Brown Sr., 48, of Burlington, died at 4:40 PM Wednesday, December 14, 2016, at the Great River Medical Center in West Burlington.

Born September 6, 1968, in Burlington, he was the son of Randall Lee and Patricia Ann Dowell Brown.

Matt was a union pipefitter and pipe welder.

He was a member of Pipe Fitters Local #125 of Cedar Rapids. Matt enjoyed riding motorcycles, rebuilding projects, welding to repair many metal projects, and enjoying time with his family and friends.

Survivors include four sons, Jeremie (Shayla) Long of Burlington, Corrie (Lisa) Long of Fort Madison, Matthew (Lexi) Brown, Jr. of Mt. Union, and Bryant (Ashley) Brown of Burlington; one daughter Stephanie (Scott) Long of Katy, TX; three brothers, Michael (Millie) Brown of Springfield, MO,  Mark (Terrie) Brown of Burlington, and Randall (Mary) Brown of Burlington; one sister, Kelly (Mark) Bowman of Burlington; fourteen grandchildren, nieces and nephews; and a special friend, Gina LeDuc.

He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents; one niece, Kelli Stevenson-Rollins; and his ex-wife, Shannon Brown.

Visitation will be from noon until 8:00 PM with the family to receive friends from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM Monday, December 19, 2016, at Prugh’s Chapel, downtown Burlington.

The funeral service for Mr. Brown will be 10:00 AM Tuesday, December 20, 2016, at Prugh’s Chapel with Reverend Shane A. McCampbell officiating.  Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery.

A memorial has been established in his name.

Prugh Funeral Service is in care of the arrangements.

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

Professor Ross Teal, 61, of Stockport, died at 4:11 PM Saturday, December 17, 2016, at his home.

Born February 19, 1955, in Tulsa, OK, he was the son of William Ross “Bill” and Cordelia Mae Walker Teal. On May 30, 2015, he married Lacie Marie Capps in Sunset Beach, Lake of the Ozarks.

Ross was a Professor at Southeastern Community College teaching Biology and Microbiology for the last 16 years.  He truly loved teaching.

He was a graduate of Nathan Hale High School in Tulsa, OK, the University of Oklahoma with his Bachelors in Botany in 1981 and his Masters Degree in Microbiology in 1985.

He was of Methodist faith.  He enjoyed bird watching, botany, ecology, the Oklahoma Sooner’s, reading, murder mysteries, trivia night at Mr. Moto’s, being outdoors, and animals, especially cats.

Survivors include his wife; two sons, Wesley (Christinia Crippes) Teal of Waterloo, IA, Walter Teal of Lawrence, KS; two step-sons, Dylan Durbin & Ethan Durbin both at home; one brother, David Teal of Tulsa, OK; one sister, Brenda Garrett of Tulsa, OK; and nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister, Beverly, and one infant brother, Wayne.

Visitation will be from noon until 7:00 PM with the family to receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Wednesday, December 21, 2016, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.

The funeral service for Mr. Teal will be 10:00 AM Thursday, December 22, 2016, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home with Reverend Melisa Bracht-Wagner officiating.   Cremation will be entrusted to the care of Prugh~Thielen Crematory following the service.

A memorial has been established.

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

Virginia Lorraine Oetken, 89, of Burlington, died at 4:14 PM Monday, December 19, 2016, at her home.

Born July 19, 1927, in Hedley, TX, she was the daughter of Frank McDuffin and Johnnie Maurine Simmons Henderson. On February 17, 1947, she married Warren D. Oetken  in Canyon, TX.  He died on August 21, 2002.

Virginia was a waitress at the Burlington Golf Club and Pancake House, and worked in production at Sylvania.

She was of Baptist Faith.  She enjoyed ceramics and making porcelain dolls, quilting, sewing, cooking, fishing, and going on trips on the Mississippi River.  She loved the autumn season especially the cottonwood trees and the river bluffs.

Survivors include one son, Ronald D. (Janet) Oetken of Burlington; two daughters, Patricia L. Oetken of New York, NY, Jeanne Marie (Steve) Jones of Flag Pond,TN; four grandchildren, Railynne, Todd, Kristen, Geoffrey; six great-grandchildren; one great-great-granddaughter; one sister, Edna Earle Smith of Arlington, TX; one brother, John C. Henderson of Strafford, TX; and several nieces and nephews.

Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, and two grandchildren, Ryan & Julaine.

Visitation will be from 12:00 PM until 7:00 PM with the family to receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Thursday, December 22, 2016 at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.

The funeral service for Mrs. Oetken will be 1:00 PM Friday, December 23, 2016, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home with Pastor Earlene Lekwa C.L.M. officiating.  Burial will be in Burlington Memorial Park Cemetery.

Memorials have been established for Young House and Child Service Support.

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 Virginia’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Pearlie Mae Payne

God saw the road was getting rough, the hill was hard to climb, He gently closed those loving eyes, and whispered, “Peace be thine”.  The weary hours, the days of pain, the sleepless nights are passed; the ever-patient, worn out frame, has found sweet rest at last.

On Monday, December 19, 2016, at 12:05 AM, our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, Big Mama entered into eternal rest.

Pearlie Mae Burrage Payne was born in DeKalb, Mississippi on March 15, 1937, to the late Lee Arthur and Annie Laura (Shumate) Burrage. Pearl was the youngest girl and 5th child out of 7 children born to this union. She attended school at Gray Ridge and New Madrid High School. Pearl was baptized at New Mount Zion Baptist Church Essex, MO.

In 1960, Pearl moved to Burlington. On April 16, 1969, she was united in holy matrimony to Howard Payne.

Pearl was a member of Union Baptist Church under Rev. Donald Robinson and Rev. William Hornaday. Pearl was a member of Second Baptist Church, Ft. Madison where she served as chairman of Pastor’s Aid, on the Mother Board and Kitchen Committee until she could no longer serve. She was a member of St. Elmo Chapter #3 of The Order of Eastern Star.

Pearl was employed by Holiday Inn for 12 – 14 years, Kings, and Hotel Burlington as head cook.  Pearl worked for Bob McCannon, Dr. & Mrs. Jim Small, and Mr. & Mrs. Ed Daily for years.

Pearl never met a stranger, she would talk to anybody. Pearl was known as “mother” to many.  Throughout her illness she kept a pleasurable attitude, she called Great River Medical Center was her second home.  She would always tell the nurses I will see you at Wal-Mart.  Pearl enjoyed working and maintaining her flower and vegetable garden.  She enjoyed collecting and making new recipes, canning, baking, making preserves, quilting (she made a quilt for each of her grandchildren), and crocheting.

Pearl leaves to treasure her memories, her husband, Howard, her children: son, Robert Barber of St. Paul, MN, Leon Barber of St. Paul, MN, Annie P. (Nathaniel) Patterson of Harlem, GA, Diane Barber of St. Paul, MN, Jenna Walker of Minneapolis, MN, and Shelia (Andrew) Worley of Kansas City, MO. Her sisters, Effie “T” Walton of Alton, IL and Cullie M. Thomas of Burlington; A special nephew, Earnest Nelson of Siskeston, MO; She also leaves 10 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, and close friends..

She was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Allan; one grandson, Brandon Payne; three brothers, Otha “Joe Lewis” Burrage, Albert Burrage and Leroy Burrage; and one sister, Annie Lee Brown; one sister-in-law, Jewell Bourrage; and three brother-in-laws, Fred Walton, Tommy Thomas, Sr, and Jack Nelson.

Visitation will be from noon until 7:00 PM with the family to receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Thursday, December 22, 2016, at Prugh’s Chapel, downtown.

The funeral service for Mrs. Payne will be 11:00 AM Friday, December 23, 2016, at Prugh’s Chapel, downtown with Pastor Wilbert Cole officiating.  Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery.  A time of food and fellowship will be held at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church following the burial.

A memorial has been established for Second Baptist Church in Ft. Madison.

Prugh Funeral Service is in care of the arrangements.

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

Jacob Hayes, 39, of Cedar Rapids, formerly of Burlington, died at 9:42 AM Sunday, December 18, 2016, at the Mercy Medical Center in Cedar Rapids of hypothermia following a tragic car accident.

Born April 7, 1977, in Macomb, IL, he was the beloved son of Douglas D. Hayes and Susan B. Cohoon.

Jacob worked for Four Oaks and REM Treatment Center in the Cedar Rapids area, where he was committed to his work helping individuals with developmental disabilities.

A graduate of COE College, Jacob received his Bachelor’s Degree in Religion and Psychology.

Jacob was a rugger, a joker and a philosopher. A caretaker and a friend. An uncle. A brother. A son. He found joy in playing rugby for the Cedar Rapids Headhunters and in working with and mentoring troubled teenagers. He had a heart of gold, and his love for his nieces and nephews knew no bounds. Jacob has an inquisitive mind and was an unorthodox thinker. Books, his constant companion, fueled his dreams, his worries and his voracious appetite for knowledge.

Survivors include his mother and step-father, Susan (Dennis) Cohoon of Burlington; his step-mother, Margaret Hayes of Normal, IL; one brother, Patrick (Angel) Hayes of Palm Desert, CA; two sisters, Christine (Adam) Ralston of Iowa City and Kelly Marshall of Michigan; one aunt, Sandy Greiner of Washington, IA; one uncle, Eliot (Marlis) Duncan of Wisconsin; three nephews, Blake, Justice and Quran; four nieces, Aaliyah, Erin, Indira and Alice; significant other, Carlos Villa of Cedar Rapids; five cousins; his clients at REM and Four Oaks who received his love and support through the years; countless rugby teammates whose time on the pitch will never feel quite the same without Veg.

Jacob joins his father, Douglas Hayes and all his grandparents in the afterlife.

Loved by all, but only truly known by few, Jacob was all heart. A deeply sensitive soul, his early hurts and recent losses weighed heavily on that fragile soul.  Taken far, far too soon, may Jacob find peace and comfort now.

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

Visitation will be from 12:00 PM until 7:00 PM with the family to receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Tuesday, December 27, 2016 at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, please direct memorial contributions in Jacob’s name to the Marion High School Rugby Club or Foundation 2.

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 Jacob’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

The world was better with Jacob in it. He will be sorely missed.

Virginia Louise Kupferschmid, age 92, of Mediapolis, died Tuesday morning, December 20, 2016, at the Prairie Ridge Care & Rehab in Mediapolis.  The daughter of Joseph and Emma Wiegard Hellenthal, she was born on July 17, 1924 in Kingston.  Virginia married Herbert L. Kupferschmid on January 22, 1949 in Burlington.  He preceded her in death on January 1, 2002.

Virginia graduated from Huron High School in 1942.  She had worked at Burlington Instrument Company, Sears, H & R Block, and the Mediapolis Schools Food Services.  She was a homemaker and a member of the Apostolic Christian Church at Mediapolis.

Her family includes a son, Gary & Chris Kupferschmid of Mediapolis; two grandchildren, Megan Kupferschmid and Kyle Kupferschmid; and several nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Herb; and a sister, Jeri Kuntz.

The funeral ceremony for Virginia Kupferschmid will be held at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, December 27, 2016, at the Apostolic Christian Church in Mediapolis, officiated by the Ministers of the Church.  Burial will follow at the Apostolic Christian Church Cemetery, rural Oakville.

Friends may call from 2:00 to 7:00 PM on Monday, December 26, 2016, at the Hagele and Honts Funeral Home in Mediapolis where the family will meet friends from 5:00 to 7:00 PM.

In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts will benefit the Apostolic Christian Church, the Des Moines County Historical Society, and PAW in Fort Madison, an animal shelter.

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

Leo Richard Laue, 94, of Burlington, died at 9:20 AM Wednesday, December 21, 2016, at the Great River Medical Center.

Born August 18, 1922, in Mediapolis, IA, he was the son of George and Rose Johnson Laue. On August 6, 1949, he married Porteous “Joy” Wheeler in Burlington, Iowa. She died on January 9, 2013.

Leo was a spot welder at General Electric. He drove a school bus and was a mechanic at Sperry School for 23 years.

He was a graduate of Sperry High School

He was a U.S. Army Veteran, serving during WWII from August 11, 1944 until July 3, 1946.

He was a member of the First United Presbyterian Church.

Survivors include one son, Steve (Marie) Laue of Normal, IL; two grandsons, Tom (Pauline) Laue of Champaign, IL, David Laue of Normal, IL; two brothers-in-law, Ron Wheeler of Burlington, Huey Wheeler of Fairfield; four sisters-in-law, Wanda Houston, Donna Krieger, Sue Ives all of Burlington, Laura (Charles) Marshall of Stronghurst; and several nieces and nephews.

Besides his wife he was preceded in death by his parents, one brother Duane, and three sisters, Helen Laue, Dorothy Peterson, and Virginia Hoffman.

Visitation will be from 9:00 AM until 1:00 PM with the family to receive friends from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM Tuesday, December 27, 2016 at Prugh’s Chapel.

The funeral service for Mr. Laue will be 2:00 PM Tuesday, December 27, 2016, at Prugh’s Chapel with Reverend Debra L. Kinney officiating.  Full military honors will be rendered by the Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard.  Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery.

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

Harold Joseph Weber, 83, of Mediapolis died on Saturday, December 24th. Harold was born in Quincy, IL on January 23rd, 1933. He was the son of Harold and Irene Balzer Weber. Harold married Eva Lundeen in Galesburg, IL in 1952.

Harold was a 1951 graduate of Quincy Notre Dame High School. He served in the army in Germany during 1953-54. Harold was a longtime bookkeeper. He was also a 50 year plus member of the Winfield VFW and American Legion. Harold attended the Mediapolis First United Methodist Church.

Harold loved to play golf, cards and attending dog and horse races. His lifelong dream was fulfilled when the Chicago Cubs won the World Series. He enjoyed all of his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren and attended many of their activities.

Survivors include his wife Eva; brother Edward of Florida; sons Daniel (Carla) Weber, Mediapolis and Michael (Lucinda) Weber, Mt. Pleasant; daughter Susan (Rodney) Fisher, Wapello; eight grandchildren: Jason (Leslie) Weber, Medina, WA; Cara (Trey) Hammond, Ocala, FL; Matthew Weber, Chicago, IL; Clayton Weber, Chicago, IL; Brian (Laci) Weber, Silvis, IL; Bethany (Trent) Hepler, Sioux Falls, SD; Ashley (Alex) Bartenhagen, Wapello; Emily Fisher, Wapello and nine great-grandchildren: Danica, Brycen, Lexton, Ziah, Lillian, Kellen, Mara, Jackson and Lyla. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Helen Cartwright.

The family will receive friends from 5:00-7:00 at Hagele-Honts Funeral Home in Mediapolis on Wednesday, Dec. 28th. The funeral will be held at 10:30 on Thursday, Dec. 29th, at the Mediapolis First United Methodist Church. Interment will be at the Winfield Scott Township Cemetery.

Memorials may be given to Great River Hospice House in West Burlington or First United Methodist Church in Mediapolis.

Mr. Paul Yetter Anderson, 78, of LaHarpe, IL passed away at 5:15 PM Sunday, December 25, 2016 at his home.

He was born March 14, 1938 near Fountain Green, IL, the son of Paul H. and Naomi Yetter Anderson. On January 1, 1971 he married Beverly Butterfield Clover in Lomax, IL.

Paul was a 1956 graduate of LaHarpe High School and served in the US Navy from 1956 – 1960. He lived in California for 9 years, returning to LaHarpe in 1969. He drove semis for Bobby Jones and Wayne Bell and worked for Fred Gibb Chevrolet before starting his own business, Paul’s Muffler Shop, in 1974. He retired in 2010. Paul went to California in 1971 with Jim Hayter where the Fred Gibb Camaro won the World Series of Drag Racing. He was also involved with truck pulling in the 1970’s with Michael Butler.

Surviving are his wife, 2 children, Cindy (Todd) Irish and Dave Clover all of LaHarpe, 3 granddaughters, Jen (Jason) DeVito-Floyd of Bloomington, IL, Lisa Irish of LaHarpe and Tesla French of LaHarpe, IL.

Paul was preceded in death by his father, Paul H. Anderson his step-father, Lee Lewis and his mother, Naomi Anderson Lewis.

No services are planned. A private family burial will be held at a later date at LaHarpe Cemetery. A memorial fund has been established for the LaHarpe Union Church, the LaHarpe Ambulance Service or the MDH Hospice. Contributions may be sent to the Paul Anderson Memorial Fund, c/o Banks & Beals Funeral Home, PO Box 503, LaHarpe, IL 61450. Condolences may be left at banksandbeal.com.

Robert “Bob” Jordan Work, 72, of Mediapolis, died at 1:18 PM Saturday, December 24, 2016, at the Great River Hospice House.

Born January 30, 1944, in Ottumwa, IA, he was the son of Jordan Marlow and Velma Rose Work. On September 21, 1984, he married Joan Louise Parisi in Burlington, IA.

Bob worked at J.I. Case for thirty-one years before he retired in 1996.

He attended Ottumwa High School.

He was a member of SS. Mary & Patrick Catholic Church, West Burlington.  He enjoyed fishing, camping, and St. Louis Cardinals baseball.

Survivors include his wife; two step-sons, Robert (Linda) Hill, Daniel (Jayne) Hill both of Burlington; two step-daughters, Jane (Matt) Schuler of New London, Christine (John) Marland of El Cajon, CA; 14 grandchildren, Mollie, Kahlen, Jordan, Spencer, Jaclyn, Hannah, Jared, Stephanie, Jonathan, Danielle, Jaime, Justin, Julianna, JohnPaul; 13 great-grandchildren; two brothers; and several nieces and nephews.

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

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

The family will receive friends from 10:00 until 11:00 AM Wednesday, December 28, 2016, at SS. Mary & Patrick Catholic Church, West Burlington.

The Memorial Mass of the Resurrection for Mr. Work will be 11:00 AM Wednesday, December 28, 2016, at SS. Mary & Patrick Catholic Church, West Burlington with Rev. Father Bill Roush as the Celebrant.  Music will be provided by the Des Moines County Resurrection Choir.  Inurnment will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery.  A time of food and fellowship will be held at SS. Mary & Patrick Parrish Center following the burial.

A memorial has been established for SS. Mary & Patrick Catholic Church in West Burlington.

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.

Marla Ann Buhmeyer, 57, of Danville died at 2:17 p.m. Sunday, December 25, 2016, at her home.

Born April 29, 1959 in Monmouth, Illinois, she was the daughter of Michael Hall and Marsha (Cunningham) Pfadenhauer.

Ms. Buhmeyer was a 1977 Roseville, Illinois High School and a Patricia Stevens Academy graduate.  She was a receptionist for Modern Welding the past four years and had worked at several construction firms previously.  She was a member of Peace Lutheran Church.

Ms. Buhmeyer enjoyed babysitting dogs, gardening, working with flowers and spending time with her family.

Survivors include one son, Matt (Libby Ross) Buhmeyer of Fort Madison; her mother and stepfather, Marsha (Lloyd) Pfadenhauer of West Burlington; her father, Michael Hall of Roseville, Illinois; three brothers, Michael (Siemonne) Hall II of Macomb, Illinois, Mark S. Hall of West Burlington, and Mitchell (Laura) Hall of Ft. Pierce, Florida; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents.

Friends may call from noon until 7 p.m. Wednesday, December 28^th, at Lunning Chapel where the family will receive friends from 5 until 7 p.m.

The funeral service for Ms. Buhmeyer will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, December 29^th, at Lunning Chapel with the Rev. Kathleen Wolhers officiating.

A memorial has been established.

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

Genevie Hartman, 85, of Fairfield, formerly of West Burlington, died 12:30 a.m. Monday, December 26, 2016 at Parkview Care Center, Fairfield.

Born August 19, 1931 in Livonia, Missouri, she was the daughter of Willard A. and Helen (Hinerman) Napple.  In 1955, she married Walter William Regnier Sr. in Alliance, Nebraska.  They later divorced.   On September 7, 1973 she married Gerald Hartman in Albia, IA.  He died October 27, 2007.

Mrs. Hartman worked in administration for Universal for 38 years, she retired in 1990.

Survivors include her grandson; Will Regnier of Fairfield; daughter-in-law, Desiree Regnier of Fairfield; step sons, Ronald “Ron”, Robert “Bob” and Larry of Kansas; step daughter, Carol of Kansas and numerous step grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Jerry; one son, Bill Regnier Jr.; and one sister, Eileen Thorner.

There will be no formal funeral service for Mrs. Hartman.  According to her wishes, cremation has been entrusted to Lunning Chapel.

James Arnold Chubb, 81, of Burlington, Iowa, lost his battle with cancer­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­ December 22, 2016. Born June 21, 1935, in Burlington, Jim was the son of Jacob and Hilma Chubb.  He married Jacquelyn Handrich in 1955. They later divorced. He married DiAnne Brosseau Lerud in 1990.

Mr. Chubb graduated Burlington High School, 1953, attended Burlington Junior College, 1957, graduated Iowa Wesleyan College, 1964, and Northeast Missouri State University, 1965, with a Masters of Arts in Guidance and Counseling.

A Korean era veteran, Mr. Chubb enlisted June 30, 1953, and served as a paratrooper in the US Army, Company B, 505^th, 82^nd Airborne. He made 24 jumps and during the jumps he recited the 23^rd Psalm.  He was an expert pistol shot and instructor on the 82^nd Airborne team. From 1975-77, he was a recruiter with the 224^th National Guard unit in Mount Pleasant and in 1975 received an Excellence in Recruiting award.

Mr. Chubb, a Cold War Patriot, worked as an inspector for three and a half years on Line 1 at IAAP.  Jim never met a person he didn’t like, and this served him well as a guidance counselor at New London High School for 31 years.  He coached the golf team many years and saw his golfers and team advance to State.  After retirement, Jim served one year as guidance counselor at Union and at Yorkwood, Illinois High Schools and fourteen years administering the ASVAB test to potential military recruits at the Middletown Reserve Center and National Guard Armory in Burlington.

Jim belonged to Crystal Lake and Carthage Lake Clubs and served on their Boards of Directors; taught Iowa Hunter Safety for twenty-five years and helped with the New London Community School sixth grade campout and for this service he received a Volunteer Award from the Governor of Iowa; was a 32^nd degree Mason and member of Kaaba Shrine Club; belonged to the Moose and Elks Lodges, American Legion, Ducks Unlimited, and Keenagers; and was a life member of the 82^nd Airborne Division and the 505^th Panther Associates.

Mr. Chubb volunteered with Burlington Steamboat Days, SnowBull, and dragonboat races, and donated thirteen gallons of blood to the area blood bank.

He was an avid Chicago Cubs fan and was overjoyed to see them win the World Series.  He cheered for the Kansas City Chiefs and the Chicago Bears and Cubs. Of course, Jim was an ardent Grayhound and Iowa Hawkeye fan. A lifelong hunter and fisherman, he enjoyed spending time at Crystal Lake and Carthage Lake Club.

He was preceded in death by his parents, an infant daughter Anita, and sister-in-law Bess Chubb.

A loving husband, father and grandfather, Jim is survived by his wife; one daughter Julie Chubb and one son Jerry Chubb of Burlington; stepchildren DeAnna Lerud (Brandon Holmes) and Donald Lerud of Burlington; five step grandchildren (Nathan, Nick, Colton, Keira, and Keigan); one brother David Chubb (Mary Lou Kitterman); nieces Jan Chubb Parris and Valerie Bohlen (Steve); nephew Ken Chubb (Pat); lifelong friend Bobby D. Johnson; and faithful guard dog and companion Poochie.

Jim enjoyed visiting with family, friends and classmates these last months, and he appreciated the doctors, nurses and caregivers who came to the house and made it possible for him to remain at home.

The family will receive friends from 5 until 7 p.m. Tuesday, December 27^th, at Lunning Chapel followed by Masonic Rites at 7 p.m.

The funeral service for Mr. Chubb will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, December 28^th, at Zion United Church of Christ with the Rev. Brice Hughes officiating.  The Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard will conduct Military Rites.  Interment will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery.  There will be a luncheon and celebration of life following the committal service at 12:30 p.m. at the Carthage Lake Club.

In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to Shriners Hospitals.

Joan Smith, age 88, of Mediapolis, Iowa, passed peacefully to the next life on December 20, 2016, at the Sunrise Terrace Care Center in Winfield.  She was the daughter of Fred and Harriet (Atwood) Hill and grew up in Southcentral Iowa.  As a young woman, she taught in one room schools in the Sigourney area and attended summer school at Iowa Teachers College (UNI).  She settled with her family in the Mediapolis area in 1963, completed her B.A. degree at Iowa Wesleyan College, and taught in elementary classrooms at Huron, Sperry, and Mediapolis.  After retirement, she continued to be active in the Mediapolis community.  She was an active member of the O.E.S. and the Kingston United Methodist Church, where she served as church organist for 52 years, until just two weeks before her death.  She also shared her love of music by giving piano lessons, playing for weddings and funerals, and making weekly visits to the Care Centers in Mediapolis and Morning Sun to entertain the residents.  She wrote “The Southeast Corner” column for the Mediapolis New Era and Mediapolis News for over 30 years and was a treasured member of the staff.  Joan was a lover of life, with a thirst for adventure that took her in later years to Alaska, Scotland, Ireland, and many places in the U.S.  In July, she had the thrill of flying in a helicopter over the Grand Canyon.  She loved bagpipe music, her books, her garden, her family and friends, and her God, and she lived every day with unfailing kindness as a testament to her faith.

Joan leaves behind her sister Carol Hill Willett of Hamilton, Missouri; brother Lowell Hill of Urbana, Illinois; daughter Kathie Yoder and her husband Robert Redlinger of Anchorage, Alaska; their children Elizabeth Barnes, Matthew Redlinger, Rachel and Peter House, Jenna and Dillon Baldiviez, and Michael and Elisabeth Redlinger, all of Anchorage; and daughter-in-law Kathy A. Yoder and grandson Ethan Yoder of Sioux City.  She has five great-grandchildren, Michael and Paul Barnes, and Josephine, Adeline and Eleanor House.  She also leaves many nieces and nephews and devoted friends.  Joan was preceded in death by husbands Raymond Yoder and Stanley Smith, by brothers Paul, Richard and Francis Hill, and by sons Donald and David Yoder.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 PM on December 27, 2016, at the Hagele and Honts Funeral Home in Mediapolis.  A Celebration of Life will take place on Wednesday, December 28, 2016, at the Kingston United Methodist Church.  Pastor Earlene Lekwa will officiate, with music provided by Karen Loper, Carol Willett, and Ethan Yoder.  A luncheon will be served by the UMW beginning at 11:30, with memorial service at 1:00 PM.  Interment will follow at Kossuth Cemetery in Mediapolis.  The family requests donations to the Mediapolis Public Library in lieu of flowers.  Although Joan loved flowers, she loved books more.  She would be honored for the library to be able to expand services in her memory.

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

Eric Matthew Cromer, age 41, of Grandview, died Thursday, December 22, 2016, at Trinity in Muscatine.  The son of Raymond and Cherry Peterson Cromer, he was born on April 30, 1975 in Muscatine.

Eric graduated from L & M High School in 1994.  He served in the Iowa National Guard from 1992 to 2002 with Co A 224^th Engineer Battalion.  He has worked in management at HON Industries in Muscatine.  Eric enjoyed outdoor activities including boating, fishing, and working in the yard.  He also enjoyed NASCAR.

His family includes his parents, Raymond and Cherry Cromer of Grandview; children, Brodie Cromer of Polo, Illinois, Samantha Cromer of Beardstown, Illinois, Searra, Austin, and Shelbie Hos

ford and Brandon Stone both at home; his brother, Jamie & Shelly Cromer of Wapello; and his companion, Shawn Stone.  He was preceded in death by his nephew, Cody Cromer; two uncles; and three aunts.

The family will meet friends from 5:00 to 7:00 PM on Tuesday, December 27, 2016, at the Dudgeon-McCulley Funeral Home in Wapello.  The funeral ceremony for Eric Cromer will be held at 10:30 AM on Wednesday, December 28, 2016, at the Grandview Community Bible Church with Pastor Rich Kolmus and Rev. Darryl Erickson officiating.  Military Rites will be conducted following the service also followed by a fellowship lunch at the church.

Cremation will follow the funeral and burial will be at a later date in the Grandview Cemetery.

Memorial contributions will benefit his family.

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

Colette Ann King, 66, of West Burlington, died Sunday, December 25, 2016, at the Genesis Medical Center East in Davenport.

Born June 30, 1950, in Kalamazoo, MI, she was the daughter of Kenneth and Isabelle Minnis Hurd. On September 20, 1974, she married John E. King in Greenville, Michigan.

Colette was a homemaker.

She graduated with her Bachelor of Arts from Western Michigan University.

Colette loved the Cubs and playing cards with her friends.  She found pleasure in reading, bird watching, knitting, cross-stitching, traveling and history.  Most importantly she enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren.  She served on the board for the YWCA and the YMCA and was active in the fine arts league, Planned Parenthood and Battered Women’s Shelter.

Survivors include her husband, John of West Burlington; two daughters, Annalee (Jeff) Huntington of Peoria, IL and Madeline (Tom) Karels of Huntley, IL; one son, Charles King of Barrington, IL; five grandchildren, Evan, Brenden, Aaron and Justin Huntington and Callahan Karels; one future grandchild; one brother, Joseph Hurd of Cheshire, CT; one sister, Ruth Hurd of Portage, MI; many nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Peter Hurd.

Visitation will be from 9:00 AM until 12:00 Noon with the family to receive friends from 9:00 AM until 12:00 Noon Friday, December 30, 2016 at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.

The Celebration of Life for Mrs. King will be 12:00 Noon Friday, December 30, 2016, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.   A time of food and fellowship will be held in the community room at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home following the service.  Cremation will be entrusted to the care of Prugh~Thielen Crematory following the service.

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 Colette’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Jeffrey Lee Mohler Sr, 51, of Burlington, died at 9:12 AM Tuesday, December 27, 2016, at his home.

Born May 27, 1965, in California, he was the son of Gary Lee and Mary Kathern Holland Mohler. He married Leslie Friedel in Burlington.  They later divorced.

Jeff worked in the shipping department at Alfagomma for nine years.  He also had his own landscaping business, and did construction on the side for friends.

He was a 1983 graduate of West Burlington Arnold High School.

He enjoyed mushroom hunting, sitting by the camp fire, taking photos of sunsets, he had a green thumb and enjoyed gardening, watching the NASCAR races (Mark Martin), and the Green Bay Packers football.

Survivors include his wife, Lisa Macans; his father, Gary Lee Mohler of Burlington; his mother, Mary Kathern (Joel) Haynes of Michigan; two sons, Jeffrey Lee Mohler, Jr, Adam Mohler both of Burlington; one step-son, Cody Macans of Burlington; one daughter, Adele Mohler of Monroe; one step-daughter, Jessica Macans of Morning Sun; five grandchildren, Auna, Carter, Khayden, Booklynn, Raeger; two brothers, Jody (Nadya) Mohler of GA, Randy Haynes of MI; four sisters, Laurie Powell of Burlington, Julie Mayo of CA, Kim Haynes of MI, Tina Lengyel of MI; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents.

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

Visitation will be from noon until 7:00 PM with the family to receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Thursday, December 29, 2016 at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.

A memorial has been established for Great River Hospice.

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 Jeffrey’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Stephen Edward Temple, age 69, of Burlington, died Monday evening, December 26, 2016, at Select Specialty Hospital in Davenport.  The son of William Robert Temple and Marjorie Frances Thompson he was born on June 22, 1947 in Burlington.

Stephen graduated from Burlington High School.  He served in the US Air Force in the 1960’s.  He worked for several years at the Burlington Basket Company and retired upon its closure.  He lived above and helped at the Haller Tavern in Burlington.

He is survived by his mother, Marjorie Conklin of Tucson, Arizona; an aunt, Jean Holden of West Burlington; and several cousins.  He was preceded in death by his father; and a brother, William Robert Temple, Jr.

Cremation will be accorded and a graveside ceremony at the Harrison Cemetery, rural Wapello will be held at a later time.

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

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

Diane Marie Nelson, 54, of West Burlington, died at 10:30 AM Tuesday, December 27, 2016, at the Great River Hospice House in West Burlington.

Born May 13, 1962, in Burlington, she was the daughter of Kermit “Ted” and Joy Irma McDonald Nelson.

Ms. Nelson graduated from Mediapolis High School in 1980, U of I in 1982 with her RRT, and from Colorado Tech with her CPC.

Diane worked as an X-ray tech for many years at UIHC and in the Burlington/ Ft. Madison area. She taught the Limited Radiology Program at SCC, and most recently was a Certified Professional Coder working from home until her illness.

She was a member of the Mediapolis Methodist and Presbyterian Churches and recently attended the First Church of Nazarene in Burlington. She enjoyed her friends, flowers, fishing and spending time with her son, Dillon.

Survivors include one son, Dillon James Nelson of  West Burlington; her father, Ted Nelson of West Burlington; one sister of Mediapolis; and two nieces and their families.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents and her mother.

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

Visitation will be from 9:00 AM  until 10:30 AM Saturday, December 31, 2016 where the family will receive friends at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.

The memorial service for Ms. Nelson will be Saturday at 10:30 AM at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home with Rev. Terry Vance officiating.  Burial will be in Kossuth Cemetery at a later date.  There will be a time of food and fellowship in the community room at Prugh~Thielen following the service.

A memorial has been established for her son, Dillon.

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 Diane’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Ms. Sharon L. Cosgrove, 71, of West Burlington died at 2:28 p.m. Sunday, January 1, 2017, at Great River Hospice House in West Burlington.

Born February 17, 1945 in Burlington, she was the daughter of Aarlan W. and Barbara M. (Huffman) Meyer.  She married Edward Cosgrove and they later divorced.

Ms. Cosgrove was a 1963 graduate of Burlington High School and was a graduate of Worcester State College in Worcester, Maine.  She was a factory worker before she became disabled.

Ms. Cosgrove was a member of SS Mary and Patrick Catholic Church, an active member of Alcoholics Anonymous since 1974 and active in Al-Anon since 1983.  She also volunteered at Great River Hospice House.

Survivors include three nephews and her caregivers, Alan and Jolene Milks of West Burlington.

She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Tom Meyer.

There will be no services at this time for Ms. Cosgrove.

Memorials have been established for Great River Hospice, Alcoholics Anonymous, Al-Anon, and American Heart Association.

According to Ms. Cosgrove’s wishes, cremation has been entrusted to Lunning Chapel.

Sharon Eversmeyer, 75, of Burlington, died at 5:38 PM Saturday, December 31, 2016, at the Great River Hospice House in West Burlington after a couragous 8 year battle with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis.

Born December 5, 1941, in Burlington, she was the daughter of Walter G. and Evelyn I. Nelson Miller. After her mother died when she was 12, she lived with her cousin Colleen and her husband, Don Humpton, from age 14 until she married. She married Donald W. Eversmeyer on July 16, 1961, in Burlington.

She graduated from Burlington High School in 1960.

Sharon was a homemaker.

She was a member of First Assembly of God Church. She enjoyed sewing, cooking, gardening, traveling, looking through magazines for new recipes, and watching Christmas movies, but most of all Sharon cherished time spent with her family.

Survivors include her husband, Don; one son, Scott (Lisa) Eversmeyer of Burlington; one daughter, Susan (Rod) Reynoldson of Burlington; four grandchildren, Amanda (Nick) Markovich, Allyson (Stanley) Sanders, Zach Reynoldson, and Ariel Reynoldson; one great-grandchild, Wyatt Sanders; and several cousins, nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents and grandparents.

Visitation will be from 8:00 AM until 5:00 PM Thursday and Friday, January 5 and 6, 2017, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM Saturday, January 7, 2017 at First Assembly of God Church.

The funeral service for Mrs. Eversmeyer will be 11:00 AM Saturday, January 7, 2017, at First Assembly of God Church with Reverend Scott Collier and Reverend Don Crawford officiating. Cremation will be entrusted to the care of Prugh~Thielen Crematory following the service. Burial will be in Spring Grove Cemetery at a later date.

Memorials have been established for Great River Hospice and Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation.

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

Lyle Delane Cover, age 78, of Wapello, died Sunday morning, January 1, 2017, at the Wapello Specialty Care.  The son of Delane and Floreine Hamilton Cover, he was born on June 14, 1938 in Des Moines County, Iowa.  Lyle married Loretta Luth on June 30, 1956 in Danville.

He graduated from Mediapolis High School in 1956 and from Barber College in Cedar Rapids.  He was a self-employed Barber for 42 years in Wapello and retired in 2002.

Lyle was a member of the United Methodist Church in Wapello.  He had been a Cub Scout Leader and Little League Coach and belonged to the Wapello Jaycees.  He enjoyed having his ‘clean’ cars.  His family, especially his grandchildren activities were very important to him.

He is survived by his wife, Loretta; four children, Rick & Dawn Cover of Burlington, Gordon & Jackie Cover of Cedar Rapids, Jacque & Greg Grimm of Wapello, and Greg

& Jackie Cover of Nichols; ten grandchildren, Tiffany Carper, Darick Cover, Alison Happel, Jackson Cover, Megan Cover, Creed Grimm, Tanner Grimm, Ashton Grimm, Hanna Volk, and Makenzie Cover; 15 great grandchildren; and a brother, Delbert ‘Corky’ & Wanda Cover of Mediapolis.  He was preceded in death by his parents.

The family will meet with friends from 10:00 to 11:00 AM on Tuesday at the church prior to the funeral.

The funeral ceremony for Lyle Cover will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday January 3, 2017, at the United Methodist Church in Wapello with Rev. Pam Kranzler officiating.  Burial will follow at the Wapello Cemetery with a fellowship luncheon to follow at the Methodist Church Fellowship Hall.

Memorial gifts will benefit the Wapello Cemetery.

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

Kay J. Wiele, age 85, of Mt. Pleasant, died Friday, December 30, 2016, at Pleasant Manor Care Center in Mt. Pleasant.

A private burial service will be held on Wednesday, January 4, 2017, at the Grandview Cemetery in
Grandview.  The Dudgeon-McCulley Funeral Home in Wapello is in charge of the arrangements.

Kay was born on August 26, 1931 in Burlington, the daughter of Daniel McKay Yakle and Mabel Margaret Odle Yakle.  She attended Wapello schools and married Leonard Wiele on May 30, 1948, in Eliza, Illinois.  They had five children.  They lived in Wapello, Fairfield, Keosauqua, and Mt. Pleasant for Leonard’s career as an Iowa State Trooper.  He preceded her in death in 1971.

She stayed at home to raise her children until 1968 when she became Manager of the Iowa Wesleyan College Bookstore, a job that she loved.  She later studied to become an Insurance Agent, working in several agencies in Mt. Pleasant until her retirement.

Kay was of the Christian Faith and attended Faith Christian Outreach Church in Mt. Pleasant for many years.  She enjoyed reading, shopping, her church, going out to eat with her brothers and sisters, spending time with her grandchildren and attending their school events.  She opened her heart and her home over the years to help raise her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Kay is survived by two daughters, Teresa (Sam) Secson of Grand Rapids, Michigan and Lauren (Philip) Kindig of Mt. Pleasant; two sisters, Janelle Buster and Beverly Stineman both of Grandview; a brother, Dan Yakle of Wapello; 10 grandchildren; and 15 great grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Leonard; her parents; two daughters, Nancy Lynn Anderson and Wendy Kay Wiele in infancy; her son, Mark Leonard Wiele; four sisters, Dorothea Robb, Alliene Cutkomp, Mackie Krahl, and Barbara Hewitt; a brother, Jarrett ‘Bud’ Yakle; a grandson, Jason Philip Kindig; and a great grandson, Jonathan Harrell.

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

Jolene Marie Pogemiller, age 83, of Wapello, died Sunday afternoon, January 1, 2017, at the Wapello Specialty Care in Wapello.  The daughter of Job and Grace Hardman Keltner, she was born on August 2, 1933 in Grandview.  Jolene married Thomas ‘Tom’ Pogemiller on December 31, 1950 in Grandview.  He preceded her in death on October 15, 2014.

Jolene graduated from Grandview High School.  She worked in food services at the Wapello Community Schools.  She was a member of the Grandview Community Bible Church where she was a great silent helper.  She was also a member of the Colonial Quilting Club in Wapello and enjoyed playing golf with a hole in one, and also enjoyed cooking.

Her family includes her son Randy & Connie Pogemiller of Iowa City; two grandchildren, Sheila & Pete Davisson of Iowa City and Michael Pogemiller & Julie Brown of MacLeod, Australia; four great grandchildren, Oni and Bear Davisson and Maebel and Henrietta Pogemiller; two sisters, Dorothy Webb of Wapello and Maxine Cornick of West Burlington; and two brothers, Carl Keltner of Dunedin, Florida and Job ‘Junior’ Keltner of Burlington.  She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Tom; daughter, Renee; and three brothers, Harlan, Clarence, and Don.

The funeral ceremony for Jolene Pogemiller will

begin with the family meeting friends from 10:00 to 11:00 AM on Friday, January 6, 2017, at the Grandview Community Bible Church followed by the funeral at 11:00 AM, officiated by Rev. Darryl Erickson.  Burial will be at the Wapello Cemetery followed by a lunch fellowship back at the church.

Memorial gifts will benefit the Grandview Community Bible Church and the Keck Memorial Library in Wapello.

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

William James Scully, 65, of West Burlington, died peacefully at 7:35 AM Thursday, December 29, 2016, at his home.

Born January 24, 1951, in Burlington, he was the son of William Leo and Ethel Irene Horn Scully.

William was a carpenter.

William was a of the Catholic faith and most recently attended Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Dallas City.

He was a U.S. Veteran, serving during the Vietnam War.

Scully enjoyed golfing, bowling and fishing. He played “Pitch” every week.  He was always there to lend a helping hand.  He would regularly take other veterans to the VA Hospital in Iowa City. He was very generous and loved to make people laugh.

Survivors include one son, Sean O’Brien Scully of Burlington; one daughter, Stacie (Bryan) Schoene of Burlington; two grandchildren, Brandon and Braden; two sisters, Kathy (Art) Nelson of Fort Madison and Mary (Dick) Ray of Burlington.

He is preceded in death by his parents.

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

Visitation will be from 3:00 PM until 7:00 PM Tuesday, January 3, 2017 with the family to receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, please direct memorial contributions to VFW Post #10102 in Burlington.

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 William’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com

Ida Van Veldhuizen, 91, of West Burlington, died at 5:30 AM Friday, December 30, 2016, at the Great River Klein Center in West Burlington.

Born February 16, 1925, in Sioux Center, IA, she was the daughter of Maas and Hattie Blyenberg Van De Hoef. On August 12, 1943, she married Joe Van Veldhuizen in Sioux Center, IA.

Ida was a homemaker and farmer’s wife.

She was a member of First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Burlington.

Ida loved to bake everyone’s favorite butter cookies and did some embroidering, painting and crocheting. Her favorite thing was taking care of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Survivors include four sons, Milo (Kim) Van Veldhuizen of West Burlington, Arthur (Mary) Van Veldhuizen of Turner, OR, Lee (Sandy) Van Veldhuizen of Sioux Center, Randy (Lisa) Van Veldhuizen of Hawarden; one daughter, Nancy (Scott) Kimbell of Battleground, WA; three sisters, Margaret Vander Stowe, Jeanette Van Kikerix and Henrietta Van Beek all of Rock Valley, IA; 22 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, three brothers, one sister, one grandson and one sister-in-law.

Visitation will be from 10:00 AM until 12:00 noon with the family to receive friends from 10:00 AM until 12:00 noon Wednesday, January 4, 2017 at St. Paul United Church of Christ in Keokuk.

The funeral service for Mrs. Van Veldhuizen will be 12:00 PM Wednesday, January 4, 2017, at St. Paul United Church of Christ, 2030 Plank Road, Keokuk with Rev. Milo Van Veldhuizen officiating .  Burial will be in Valley View Cemetery, Rock Valley, IA.  A time of food and fellowship will be held at the church following the service.

A memorial has been established for St. Paul United Church of Christ in Keokuk.

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 Ida’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

Larry “Whit” Whitaker, 78, of Danville, died January 2, 2017 at New London Specialty Care. The memorial service will be Friday, January 6 at 11:00  at Elliott Chapel, New London.  Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM with the family receiving friends from 10:00 until the time of the service.  Pastor Michael Hess will officiate.  According to his wishes, cremation has been accorded with inurnment at Elmwood Cemetery, Morning Sun, at a later date.

A memorial has been established.

William Orville Kindig, 94, of Burlington, died at 6:25 AM Monday, January 2, 2017, at the Burlington Care Center in Burlington.

Born August 4, 1922, in Burlington, he was the son of William Henry and Cora Furrow Kindig. On June 9, 1946, he married Shirley Joan (Jo) Payne in Burlington.

He was a graduate of Burlington High School Class of 1940 and of Burlington Junior College in 1942.

Mr. Kindig worked many years in the car parts sales department of Skeriks Auto Parts & Hawkeye Motor.

He was a U.S. Army Air Corps Veteran, he was stationed in Italy during World War II.

William was a member of American Legion Post 52, V.F.W Post 10102, and Eagles Lodge #150. He enjoyed playing tennis, traveling, and crossword puzzles.

Survivors include his wife, Shirley Kindig; one daughter, Beth (Jared) Carstensen of Omaha, NE; one son, Todd (Mariana) Kindig of Parker, CO; one granddaughter, Lindsay Grimes of Omaha, NE; one great-grandson, Carsen Grimes of Omaha, NE; one sister-in-law, Diana (John) Romine of Farmington, NM; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Robert, and his grandparents.

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

The memorial service for Mr. Kindig will be 2:00 PM Thursday, January 5, 2017, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home with Reverend Dean Graber officiating and full military honors rendered by the Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard.

A memorial has been established for the Burlington American Legion Post 52.

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

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

Billy D. Collins, 62, of Eldon, IA passed away at 10:35 p.m. Sunday, January 1, 2017 at Vista Woods Nursing Home in Ottumwa, IA.

He was born on March 9, 1954 in LaHarpe, IL the son of Elmer Elsworth “Bill” and Josephine Ruth Lorton Collins. On May 17, 1975 he married Leslie Fisher in Wapello, IA. They later divorced.

Mr. Collins was a 1972 graduate of the LaHarpe High School. Billy worked most of his life as a car salesman most recently for Vaughn Automotive in Ottumwa. He was an avid car enthusiast and especially loved Corvettes.

Survivors include, two sons, Aaron Collins of South Daytona, FL and Bradley (Leslie Johnson) Collins of Springfield, IL, one daughter, Kathryn (Joshua) Bundy of LaHarpe, one step-daughter, Stacey Watson of Polk City, IA, eight grandchildren, one brother, Terry (Barbara) Collins of Macomb, IL, and one sister, Margo (Phil) Gray of Chillicothe, IL.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, January 7, 2017 at Banks & Beals Funeral Home in LaHarpe with Rev. Bruce Goettsche officiating. Burial will be held at the LaHarpe Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1:00 p.m. until time of service Saturday at the funeral home. A memorial fund has been established for the Hospice of Wapello and Davis Counties. Condolences may be left at banksandbeals.com.

Elsie M. Carhoff, 92, of Stronghurst, IL passed away at 9:54 p.m. Tuesday, January 3, 2017 at her son’s home in Stronghurst.

She was born on July 7, 1924 near Stronghurst, the daughter of Dale and Emma Brehm Kemp. On November 7, 1942 she married Victor Spiker in Kahoka, MO. He preceded her in death on December 7, 1969. She married Robert Carhoff in Stronghurst on May 29, 1976. He preceded her in death on July 22, 1988.

Elsie was a lifelong resident of the Stronghurst area. She worked as a secretary for Charles Fort, Attorney at Law, in Stronghurst, cooked at the Stronghurst Schools and also worked for IRC Company in Burlington, Iowa for many years. She enjoyed cooking, decorating cakes, and painting. She raised Love Birds and a variety of exotic animals. She was a member of the Stronghurst United Methodist Church.

Survivors include a son: Jerry (Debbie) Spiker of Stronghurst; eleven grandchildren and several great and great-greatgrandchildren.

Elsie was preceded in death by her husbands; a daughter: Janet Sherman; a son: James Spiker; and two brothers: Kenneth and Richard Kemp.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, January 7, 2017 at Banks & Beals Funeral Home in Stronghurst with Steve Minkler officiating. Burial will follow in the Stronghurst Cemetery. A visitation, with the family present, will be held from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service, Saturday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established for the Henderson County Hospice. Condolences may be left a banksandbeals.com.

Vickie Denise Flake, age 60, of Wapello, entered eternal peace with her Lord, Saturday morning, January 7, 2017, at her home.  The daughter of Ronald W. Deen and Janice Fullenkamp, she was born on August 2, 1956 in Burlington.  Vickie married James ‘Jim’ Flake on June 25, 1994.

She had worked in the kitchen at Casey’s General Store in Wapello.  Vickie enjoyed crafts, baking, and donating to Just 2 Moms.  Vickie looked forward to spending time with all

of her grandchildren.  She attended Solid Rock Baptist Church in Wapello.

Her family includes her husband, Jim; a daughter, Kasi Jean & Dan Geren of Burlington; a step-daughter, Lisa & Adam Burkhalter of Fairfield; a step-son, Brian & Sonya Flake of West Liberty; three grandchildren, Kaley Geren, Keaton and Kinzey Burkhalter; three step-grandchildren, Alexsia, Kylie, and Kaleb; a sister, Joni Boling of West Burlington; three brothers, Gary Deen of West Burlington, Ronald Deen of West Burlington, and Allan Deen of Yarmouth; her step-dad, Mark R. Hagerla of West Burlington; and three step-siblings.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Ronald and Janice; a son, Jade Richard Klein; and a brother, Duane Deen.

Friends may call from 3:00 to 7:00 PM on Tuesday at the Dudgeon-McCulley Funeral Home in Wapello where the family will meet with friends from 5:00 to 7:00 PM.

The funeral ceremony for Vickie Flake will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, January 11, 2017, at the Solid Rock Baptist Church in Wapello with Pastor Dan Doolin officiating.  A lunch gathering will follow the funeral at the Church.

Cremation will follow and burial will be at a later date at the Pleasant Grove Cemetery, Danville.

Memorial gifts will benefit her grandchildren’s education and Great River Hospice.

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

Laura B. Marshall, 76, of Stronghurst, IL passed away at 10:05 a.m. Saturday, January 7, 2017 at the Oak Lane Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Stronghurst.

Born on June 15, 1940 in Hitt, MO, Laura was the daughter of Floyd and Velma Wright Wheeler. On July 10, 1976 she married Charles Marshall in the Stronghurst Presbyterian Church.

Laura was a graduate of the Burlington High School, Burlington, IA. She then served in the U.S. Army. After her discharge from the service, Laura returned to work for Benner Tea Company and McKesson-Robbins Company, both in Burlington. Later, she worked as a secretary for Doran Insurance in Stronghurst. She enjoyed crafts, ceramics, reading and music. She was a member of the Stronghurst Presbyterian Church.

Survivors include her husband, three sisters: Donna Krieger of New Braunfels, TX, Sue Ives and Wanda Huston both of Burlington; two brothers: Huey Wheeler of Fairfield, IA and Ronald Wheeler of Burlington; several nieces and nephews and a sister-in-law: Kathryn (Charlie) Troxel of Monmouth, IL.

Laura was preceded in death by nine brothers and sisters.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 11, 2017 at Banks and Beals Funeral Home in Stronghurst. Burial, with military rites, will follow in the Stronghurst Cemetery. Friends may call anytime after 9:00 a.m. Wednesday where the family will greet friends from 1:00 p.m. until the time of service. A memorial fund has been established for the Oak Lane Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Condolences may be left at banksandbeals.com.

Norma Lucille Hale, 100, of Iowa City and formerly of Burlington died at 5:25 a.m. Sunday, January 8, 2017 at Iowa City Care and Rehab in Iowa City.

Born April 16, 1916 in Burlington, Iowa, she was the daughter of John and Matie (Yount) Weyer.  She married Chester Hale.  He died December 27, 1977.

Mrs. Hale was a homemaker and worked in the laundry department at Burlington Hospital.  She was active at the Steamboat Senior Center.  She enjoyed fishing, bingo, and gardening, and was excellent pie-baker.  She moved to Iowa City in 1992.

Survivors include four daughters, Janet Dunnington of Pueblo, Colorado, Virginia (Joel) Phillips of East Flat Rock, North Carolina, Sharon (Robert) Bower of Bella Vista, Arkansas and Nancy Hale (Scott Clemons) of North Liberty, Iowa; 10 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one daughter Lois DeCamp, two brothers, Harold Linder and John Weyer, and one sister, Edith Sandy.

The funeral service for Mrs. Hale will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 14^th at Lunning Chapel.  Pastor JudyAnn Morse will officiate.  Interment will be held in Aspen Grove Cemetery.

Mary Mae Whitman, 87, formerly of Burlington died on January 5, 2017 at Ashley Manor Care Center in Boonville, Missouri.

Born on April 20, 1929 in Redwood County, Minnesota, she was the daughter of Ralph and Mary (Waters) Siegfried.  She married Raymond Whitman on December 7, 1947 in Redwood Falls, Minnesota. Raymond died November 4, 1997.

Mary was a secretary and librarian for the Burlington School System for 24 years, retiring in 1988.

Mary and Raymond were members and active volunteers at the First Christian Church – Disciples of Christ in Burlington, Iowa.

Survivors include one daughter, Linda D. Hartman of Prairie Home, Missouri; one son, Gerald R. Whitman of Denver, Colorado; four grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; six great grandchildren; three brothers, Lester Siegfried of Redwood Falls, Minnesota, Marvin Siegfried St. Louis, Missouri, and Ervin Siegfried of Ham Lake, Minnesota and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Raymond, and three brothers.

Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 12^th at Lunning Chapel where the family will receive friends.

A private family graveside service and committal will be at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, January 13^th at Aspen Grove Cemetery.  The Rev. David Younker will officiate.

A memorial has been established for First Christian Church – Disciples of Christ.

Mrs. Kathryeen Margaret Lite, 79, of Burlington passed peacefully at 3:00 a.m. Tuesday, January 10, 2017, at Great River Medical Center.

Born January 1, 1938 in Burlington, she was the daughter of George and Mabel Esther (Marsh) Torn.

Mrs. Lite was a nurse’s aide at several nursing homes in Burlington, retiring in 2000.  She was of the Episcopal faith.  She liked to garden, especially flowers and was an avid Elvis lover.  She loved her animals.

Survivors include four daughters, Melody K. (Danny) Crow of Oakville, Sherry A. (Teresa) Moore of Grandview, Missouri, Jeana (Scott) Garlow of Carman, Illinois and Mabel E. (Josh Bride) Ballard of Burlington; one son, Frank (Stephenie) Statler of Burlington; one step son, Jeremy (Sue) Lite of Winfield; 10 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; one great-great grandchild; and one sister, Esther B. Curley of Connecticut.

She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers and one grandson.

The celebration of life for Mrs. Lite will be 2 p.m. Thursday, January 12^th, at Lunning Chapel with Rev. Steven Parker officiating.  Inurnment will be in Claypoole Cemetery, rural Wever.  The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until the time of service.

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

Cremation has been entrusted to Lunning Chapel.