Lucy Joan Olson Gajewski, 99, of Burlington, died Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2022, at the OakView Nursing Home and Rehabilitation in Burlington.

Born Aug. 6, 1922, in Chisholm, Minn., she was the daughter of 
Lawrence and Eva Kazior Kolodji. She married Dale Olson and a preceded her in death. On July 29, 1996, she married Bernard T. 
Gajewski in Burlington. He died on Nov. 28, 2010.

She was a member SS John &amp; Paul Catholic Church, the Moose, and 
was one of the original members of the Henderson County Golf Club.

Survivors include four sons, Glen Olson of Biggsville, Ill., 
Gerald Olson of Carman, Ill., Robert Olson of Carman, Ill., 
and Richard Olson of Biggsville, Ill.; eight grandchildren; 12 
great-grandchildren; two great great-grandchildren and sister, Gloris Salernitano of N.J.

A private family service will be held. Burial will be in Biggsville Cemetery.

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2022/1/1641834991440.jpeg" alt="Lucy Olson Gajewski" />
 <figcaption>Lucy Olson Gajewski</figcaption>
 </figure>Lucy Joan Olson Gajewski, 99, of Burlington, died Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2022, at the OakView Nursing Home and Rehabilitation in Burlington.Born Aug. 6, 1922, in Chisholm, Minn., she was the daughter of 
Lawrence and Eva Kazior Kolodji. She married Dale Olson and a preceded her in death. On July 29, 1996, she married Bernard T. 
Gajewski in Burlington. He died on Nov. 28, 2010.She was a member SS John &amp; Paul Catholic Church, the Moose, and 
was one of the original members of the Henderson County Golf Club. Survivors include four sons, Glen Olson of Biggsville, Ill., 
Gerald Olson of Carman, Ill., Robert Olson of Carman, Ill., 
and Richard Olson of Biggsville, Ill.; eight grandchildren; 12 
great-grandchildren; two great great-grandchildren and sister, Gloris Salernitano of N.J. A private family service will be held. Burial will be in Biggsville Cemetery.

Lucy Olson Gajewski

Charles H. Pitzer, 94, of Burlington, died at Wednesday, 
Jan. 5, 2022, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West 
Burlington.

Born Sept. 23, 1927, in Burlington, he was the son of Fred and 
Emma Louise Leffers Pitzer. On April 16, 1950, he married E. Jeane Eddy 
at First United Church of Christ. She died Sept. 8, 1997. On April 
3, 1999, he married Ruth Faigle-Wells at Grace United Methodist Church 
in Burlington.&nbsp; She died March 23, 2016.

He was a 1945 graduate of Burlington High School.&nbsp;

He was a U.S. Navy Veteran, serving in the Pacific during World War II.

Charles worked for the Burlington Northern Santa Fe for 38.5 years, retiring in 1978.

He was a member of Grace United Methodist Church. He was also a 
member of the Golden Oldies, Hawkeye Natives, Railroad Veterans 
Auxiliary and Armory.

Survivors include one son, Douglas Pitzer of Winfield, WV; one
 daughter, Carolyn Petersen of Florida; five grandchildren; eight 
great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.

The memorial service for Mr. Pitzer was conducted on Saturday, 
Jan. 8 at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home with Pastor Tammy Wirt 
officiating and full military honors rendered by the Burlington 
Area Veterans Honor Guard. Cremation was entrusted to the care of 
Prugh-Thielen Crematory following the memorial service.

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

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2022/1/1641834738539.jpeg" alt="Charles Pitzer" />
 <figcaption>Charles Pitzer</figcaption>
 </figure>Charles H. Pitzer, 94, of Burlington, died at Wednesday, 
Jan. 5, 2022, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West 
Burlington.Born Sept. 23, 1927, in Burlington, he was the son of Fred and 
Emma Louise Leffers Pitzer. On April 16, 1950, he married E. Jeane Eddy 
at First United Church of Christ. She died Sept. 8, 1997. On April 
3, 1999, he married Ruth Faigle-Wells at Grace United Methodist Church 
in Burlington.&nbsp; She died March 23, 2016.He was a 1945 graduate of Burlington High School.&nbsp;He was a U.S. Navy Veteran, serving in the Pacific during World War II.Charles worked for the Burlington Northern Santa Fe for 38.5 years, retiring in 1978.He was a member of Grace United Methodist Church. He was also a 
member of the Golden Oldies, Hawkeye Natives, Railroad Veterans 
Auxiliary and Armory. Survivors include one son, Douglas Pitzer of Winfield, WV; one
 daughter, Carolyn Petersen of Florida; five grandchildren; eight 
great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. The memorial service for Mr. Pitzer was conducted on Saturday, 
Jan. 8 at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home with Pastor Tammy Wirt 
officiating and full military honors rendered by the Burlington 
Area Veterans Honor Guard. Cremation was entrusted to the care of 
Prugh-Thielen Crematory following the memorial service.A memorial has been established for the Grace United Methodist Church.

Charles Pitzer

Lela
 C. Tull of Burlington died Jan. 7, 2022, at her residence. Born 
Feb. 24, 1939, in Burlington, she was the daughter of James Raymond 
and Lela Maude Kimbrough Helmick. She married William L. Tull on 
Sept. 2, 1962, in Burlington. Her husband died in April 20, 1999. 
 Mrs. Tull lived in Burlington until 1974 when she moved to Amarillo,
 Texas, where she lived until returning to Burlington in 2002. She 
graduated from Burlington High School and attended Amarillo College and 
Lippert’s Court Reporting School in Plainview, Texas. She worked as a 
secretary for Drake Hardware Company, Mason &amp; Hanger-Silas Mason 
Corporation, and for the Atomic Energy Commission in Burlington. She 
worked in various administrative positions for the U.S. Bureau of 
Reclamation in Amarillo retiring in 1990 and in an administrative 
position for the Amarillo Elks Lodge No. 928. 
 Mrs. Tull was a member of First Christian Church in Burlington. She
 was a member of the Elks Lodge No. 84; Women of the Moose Lodge No. 
587, and Eagles Ladies Auxiliary No. 150. Survivors include sisters-in-law, Kim Helmick and Sue Helmick of 
Burlington and Debbie Helmick of Washington and brothers-in-law, Kenneth Tull 
and Raymond Tull of Donnellson and Bradley Soule of Muscatine. Funeral services for Lela Tull will be held 2 p.m. Monday, Jan.
 10 at Lunning Chapel in Burlington. Visitation will be from noon 
until the time of service. Inurnment will be at Oakland Cemetery in Fort Madison at a later date with a Celebration of Life. 
 A memorial has been established to the Des Moines County Humane Society.

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2022/1/1641834487005.png" alt="Lela Tull" />
 <figcaption>Lela Tull</figcaption>
 </figure>Lela
 C. Tull of Burlington died Jan. 7, 2022, at her residence. Born 
Feb. 24, 1939, in Burlington, she was the daughter of James Raymond 
and Lela Maude Kimbrough Helmick. She married William L. Tull on 
Sept. 2, 1962, in Burlington. Her husband died in April 20, 1999. 
 Mrs. Tull lived in Burlington until 1974 when she moved to Amarillo,
 Texas, where she lived until returning to Burlington in 2002. She 
graduated from Burlington High School and attended Amarillo College and 
Lippert’s Court Reporting School in Plainview, Texas. She worked as a 
secretary for Drake Hardware Company, Mason &amp; Hanger-Silas Mason 
Corporation, and for the Atomic Energy Commission in Burlington. She 
worked in various administrative positions for the U.S. Bureau of 
Reclamation in Amarillo retiring in 1990 and in an administrative 
position for the Amarillo Elks Lodge No. 928. 
 Mrs. Tull was a member of First Christian Church in Burlington. She
 was a member of the Elks Lodge No. 84; Women of the Moose Lodge No. 
587, and Eagles Ladies Auxiliary No. 150. Survivors include sisters-in-law, Kim Helmick and Sue Helmick of 
Burlington and Debbie Helmick of Washington and brothers-in-law, Kenneth Tull 
and Raymond Tull of Donnellson and Bradley Soule of Muscatine. Funeral services for Lela Tull will be held 2 p.m. Monday, Jan.
 10 at Lunning Chapel in Burlington. Visitation will be from noon 
until the time of service. Inurnment will be at Oakland Cemetery in Fort Madison at a later date with a Celebration of Life. 
 A memorial has been established to the Des Moines County Humane Society.

Lela Tull

Samuel Allen Kurrle, 67, of Burlington, died Friday, Dec. 31, 2021, at his home. Born April 15, 1954, in Triple Army Medical Center in Honolulu, Hawaii, he was the son of James E. and Leanne Corman Kurrle. He married Patricia "Patti" Westfall and together they had four children. They later divorced but continued to raise their children together.

He graduated from Burlington High School and attended Southeastern Community College from 1972-1974.

Sam worked as a union millwright and was sworn into the 410 Union in Fort Madison in 1975 and later transferred to 2158 Union in Burlington. He also worked in commercial fishing, catching blue crab in the Everglades.&nbsp;

Survivors include his parents; two daughters, Amber Wulf and Lindsey Kurrle, both of Burlington; two sons, Heath Kurrle of West Burlington and Dustin Kurrle of Elkhart; seven grandchildren; and two sisters, Nancy Kurrle of Boone and Cindy Patterson of Burlington.

Visitation will be from noon until 3 p.m. with the family to receive friends on Sunday, Jan. 9 at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home.

The funeral service for Mr. Kurrle will be 10 a.m. Monday, Jan. 10 at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home. Cremation will be entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory following the service.

A memorial has been established for outdoor youth activities.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2022/1/1641444477684.jpeg" alt="Samuel Kurrle" />
 <figcaption>Samuel Kurrle</figcaption>
 </figure>Samuel Allen Kurrle, 67, of Burlington, died Friday, Dec. 31, 2021, at his home. Born April 15, 1954, in Triple Army Medical Center in Honolulu, Hawaii, he was the son of James E. and Leanne Corman Kurrle. He married Patricia "Patti" Westfall and together they had four children. They later divorced but continued to raise their children together.He graduated from Burlington High School and attended Southeastern Community College from 1972-1974.Sam worked as a union millwright and was sworn into the 410 Union in Fort Madison in 1975 and later transferred to 2158 Union in Burlington. He also worked in commercial fishing, catching blue crab in the Everglades.&nbsp;Survivors include his parents; two daughters, Amber Wulf and Lindsey Kurrle, both of Burlington; two sons, Heath Kurrle of West Burlington and Dustin Kurrle of Elkhart; seven grandchildren; and two sisters, Nancy Kurrle of Boone and Cindy Patterson of Burlington.Visitation will be from noon until 3 p.m. with the family to receive friends on Sunday, Jan. 9 at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home.The funeral service for Mr. Kurrle will be 10 a.m. Monday, Jan. 10 at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home. Cremation will be entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory following the service.A memorial has been established for outdoor youth activities.&nbsp;

Samuel Kurrle

Mary Lee Crowe, 73, of Burlington, died Friday, Dec. 31, 2021, at the St. Luke's Hospital Hospice in Cedar Rapids. Mary Lee Nielsen was born June 13, 1948, in St. Joseph, Mo. She&nbsp; graduated in 1966 from Maryville High School. She obtained her bachelor's in Education from Northwest Missouri State University in 1969, and then received her master's in Education from Phillips University in 1986. She worked for the Burlington Community School District in the elementary schools.

Survivors include her husband, Mike; daughters, Erica and Ashlee; sister, Janet; and three grandchildren.

Mary Lee did not want a funeral, so in compromise the family invites everyone to come share memories and celebrate Mary Lee's life on Thursday, Jan. 6 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for the Lewy Body Dementia Association or St. Luke's Foundation for UnityPoint Hospice.

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2022/1/1641348662798.jpeg" alt="Mary Lee Crowe" />
 <figcaption>Mary Lee Crowe</figcaption>
 </figure>Mary Lee Crowe, 73, of Burlington, died Friday, Dec. 31, 2021, at the St. Luke's Hospital Hospice in Cedar Rapids. Mary Lee Nielsen was born June 13, 1948, in St. Joseph, Mo. She&nbsp; graduated in 1966 from Maryville High School. She obtained her bachelor's in Education from Northwest Missouri State University in 1969, and then received her master's in Education from Phillips University in 1986. She worked for the Burlington Community School District in the elementary schools. Mary Lee was of the Christian faith.Survivors include her husband, Mike; daughters, Erica and Ashlee; sister, Janet; and three grandchildren. Mary Lee did not want a funeral, so in compromise the family invites everyone to come share memories and celebrate Mary Lee's life on Thursday, Jan. 6 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home.In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for the Lewy Body Dementia Association or St. Luke's Foundation for UnityPoint Hospice.

Mary Lee Crowe

John Carl Duttweiler, 85, of West Burlington, died Thursday, Dec. 30, 2021, at his home.

Born April 18, 1936, in Iowa City, he was the son of J. Hubert and S. Kathryn Kracaw Duttweiler. On Oct. 6, 1956, he married Marjorie Lilliann McKay in Ottumwa.&nbsp;

He graduated from Mt. Pleasant Community School in 1954. He served in the U.S. Army Reserves from 1954 until 1957 in the Cactus Patch Battery C, 438AAA Battalion, 103rd CasCon. John later attended an online tech school for Diesel Mechanics. He was a certified coach through SCC and an SCCA Nationally Licensed Corner Worker. He worked at various race tracks, including Daytona, Sebring, and Blackhawk. John was a farmer and also a diesel mechanic with Churchill Truck Lines from 1964 to 1994.

John attended Calvary Baptist Church in Burlington. When his grandchildren were younger, John was an assistant coach for football and basketball at James Madison Middle School for about six years. He was inducted into America's Old-Time Country Music Hall of Fame located in Anita, Iowa.

Survivors include his wife; four children, Deborah Stewart of Burlington, John Neil Duttweiler of Burlington, Laura DeBower of Apopka, Fla., and Kenneth Duttweiler of Burlington; seven grandchildren; twenty-five great-grandchildren; and two great great-grandchildren.

John donated his body to the University of Iowa for scientific research.

Family will receive friends from 2 until 3 p.m., Friday, Jan. 7 at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home.

The memorial service for John C. Duttweiler will be 3 p.m. Friday, Jan. 7 at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home with the Reverend Simeon Counterman officiating. Burial will be in Forest Home Cemetery in Mt. Pleasant at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established.

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2022/1/1641260910083.jpeg" alt="John Duttweiler" />
 <figcaption>John Duttweiler</figcaption>
 </figure>John Carl Duttweiler, 85, of West Burlington, died Thursday, Dec. 30, 2021, at his home. Born April 18, 1936, in Iowa City, he was the son of J. Hubert and S. Kathryn Kracaw Duttweiler. On Oct. 6, 1956, he married Marjorie Lilliann McKay in Ottumwa.&nbsp;He graduated from Mt. Pleasant Community School in 1954. He served in the U.S. Army Reserves from 1954 until 1957 in the Cactus Patch Battery C, 438AAA Battalion, 103rd CasCon. John later attended an online tech school for Diesel Mechanics. He was a certified coach through SCC and an SCCA Nationally Licensed Corner Worker. He worked at various race tracks, including Daytona, Sebring, and Blackhawk. John was a farmer and also a diesel mechanic with Churchill Truck Lines from 1964 to 1994.John attended Calvary Baptist Church in Burlington. When his grandchildren were younger, John was an assistant coach for football and basketball at James Madison Middle School for about six years. He was inducted into America's Old-Time Country Music Hall of Fame located in Anita, Iowa.Survivors include his wife; four children, Deborah Stewart of Burlington, John Neil Duttweiler of Burlington, Laura DeBower of Apopka, Fla., and Kenneth Duttweiler of Burlington; seven grandchildren; twenty-five great-grandchildren; and two great great-grandchildren. John donated his body to the University of Iowa for scientific research.Family will receive friends from 2 until 3 p.m., Friday, Jan. 7 at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home.The memorial service for John C. Duttweiler will be 3 p.m. Friday, Jan. 7 at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home with the Reverend Simeon Counterman officiating. Burial will be in Forest Home Cemetery in Mt. Pleasant at a later date.In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established.

John Duttweiler

Larry Howard Johnson, 84, of Mediapolis, died Jan. 2, 2022. Born Dec. 5, 1937, in Burlington, he was the son of Howard Raymond and Grace Emma Dewalt Johnson. He grew up in Mediapolis, but also called Danville, Sperry, and Morning Sun home. Larry drove a Mediapolis school bus at the age of 16, and joined the Navy at 17. He was stationed on the USS Antietam from 1955 to 1959. After returning from service, he worked for Leonard’s Quarry in Pleasant Grove, US Gypsum plant, and then General Electric for 29 years until his retirement in 1994. He married Rosemary Lee Weicher on Jan. 9, 1961, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in West Burlington. She died Jan. 18, 2014. Survivors include his four children; Lorie Styles of Atlanta, Ga., Brian Johnson of Mesa, Ariz., Darren Johnson of Morning Sun, and Scott Johnson of Sperry; 13 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and two brothers, Kenny Johnson of Danville and Warren Johnson of Mediapolis. The funeral service for Mr. Johnson will be 2 p.m. Friday, January 7 at Lunning Chapel. The Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard will conduct military rites. Interment will be held in Aspen Grove Cemetery. The family will receive friends for one hour prior to the funeral service. A memorial has been established for Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House.

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2022/1/1641260347945.png" alt="Larry Johnson " />
 <figcaption>Larry Johnson </figcaption>
 </figure>Larry Howard Johnson, 84, of Mediapolis, died Jan. 2, 2022. Born Dec. 5, 1937, in Burlington, he was the son of Howard Raymond and Grace Emma Dewalt Johnson. He grew up in Mediapolis, but also called Danville, Sperry, and Morning Sun home. Larry drove a Mediapolis school bus at the age of 16, and joined the Navy at 17. He was stationed on the USS Antietam from 1955 to 1959. After returning from service, he worked for Leonard’s Quarry in Pleasant Grove, US Gypsum plant, and then General Electric for 29 years until his retirement in 1994. He married Rosemary Lee Weicher on Jan. 9, 1961, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in West Burlington. She died Jan. 18, 2014. Survivors include his four children; Lorie Styles of Atlanta, Ga., Brian Johnson of Mesa, Ariz., Darren Johnson of Morning Sun, and Scott Johnson of Sperry; 13 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and two brothers, Kenny Johnson of Danville and Warren Johnson of Mediapolis. The funeral service for Mr. Johnson will be 2 p.m. Friday, January 7 at Lunning Chapel. The Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard will conduct military rites. Interment will be held in Aspen Grove Cemetery. The family will receive friends for one hour prior to the funeral service. A memorial has been established for Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House.

Larry Johnson

Kimberly K. Kephart-Maxam, 58, of Burlington died Thursday, Dec. 30,
 2021, at Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West Burlington.
 Born May 22, 1963, in Burlington, she was the daughter of William “Bill” and Joyce Virginia Sly Kephart.
 Kim graduated from Burlington Community High School class of 1981. She earned a master’s degree in Psychology.
 Kim worked in the pro shop at SportsWorx for 10 years. She was a former Clinical Psychologist.
 She was affiliated with Harmony Bible Church. Survivors include her mother; brothers ,
William Kephart II and Barry Kephart, both of Houston, Texas; and sister, Kathi Michelson of West Burlington. Visitation for Kim will be Thursday, Jan. 6 at Lunning 
Chapel with family receiving friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Friends may
 call from 1 to 7 p.m. The funeral service for Kim will be Friday,
 Jan. 7 at 10:30 a.m. at Lunning Chapel with Pastor Randy Beary
 officiating. 
 Cremation will be accorded and entrusted to Lunning Chapel following
 the services. Inurnment will be at a later date in Aspen Grove Cemetery. A memorial has been established.

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2021/12/1640977166335.png" alt="Kimberly Kephart-Maxam" />
 <figcaption>Kimberly Kephart-Maxam</figcaption>
 </figure>Kimberly K. Kephart-Maxam, 58, of Burlington died Thursday, Dec. 30,
 2021, at Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West Burlington.
 Born May 22, 1963, in Burlington, she was the daughter of William “Bill” and Joyce Virginia Sly Kephart.
 Kim graduated from Burlington Community High School class of 1981. She earned a master’s degree in Psychology.
 Kim worked in the pro shop at SportsWorx for 10 years. She was a former Clinical Psychologist.
 She was affiliated with Harmony Bible Church. Survivors include her mother; brothers ,
William Kephart II and Barry Kephart, both of Houston, Texas; and sister, Kathi Michelson of West Burlington. Visitation for Kim will be Thursday, Jan. 6 at Lunning 
Chapel with family receiving friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Friends may
 call from 1 to 7 p.m. The funeral service for Kim will be Friday,
 Jan. 7 at 10:30 a.m. at Lunning Chapel with Pastor Randy Beary
 officiating. 
 Cremation will be accorded and entrusted to Lunning Chapel following
 the services. Inurnment will be at a later date in Aspen Grove Cemetery. A memorial has been established.

Kimberly Kephart-Maxam

Virginia Lucille Davis, 96, of Burlington, died Monday, Dec. 27, 
2021, at OakView Care and Rehabilitation Center in Burlington.
 Born Feb. 4, 1925 in Ottumwa, she was the daughter of 
George Henry and Mabel Ruth Henderson Cantrell. She married Merle 
Davis on June 2, 1940, in Lancaster, Mo. He died Dec. 2, 1996.
 Lucille was a long time member of Riverside Baptist Church. She 
worked for John Morrell Company, St. Joseph Hospital, and Ottumwa 
Hospital. She was a housewife and mother.
 She is survived by her three sons, James Davis of Burlington, Danny 
Davis of Stronghurst, Ill., and Steven Davis of 
Burlington; and four grandchildren. The funeral service for Mrs. Davis was held Thursday, 
Dec. 30 at Lunning Chapel with interment in Aspen Grove Cemetery.

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2021/12/1640976832271.png" alt="Virginia Davis" />
 <figcaption>Virginia Davis</figcaption>
 </figure>Virginia Lucille Davis, 96, of Burlington, died Monday, Dec. 27, 
2021, at OakView Care and Rehabilitation Center in Burlington.
 Born Feb. 4, 1925 in Ottumwa, she was the daughter of 
George Henry and Mabel Ruth Henderson Cantrell. She married Merle 
Davis on June 2, 1940, in Lancaster, Mo. He died Dec. 2, 1996.
 Lucille was a long time member of Riverside Baptist Church. She 
worked for John Morrell Company, St. Joseph Hospital, and Ottumwa 
Hospital. She was a housewife and mother.
 She is survived by her three sons, James Davis of Burlington, Danny 
Davis of Stronghurst, Ill., and Steven Davis of 
Burlington; and four grandchildren. The funeral service for Mrs. Davis was held Thursday, 
Dec. 30 at Lunning Chapel with interment in Aspen Grove Cemetery.

Virginia Davis

Chad Richard Caldwell, 47, of Burlington, died Monday, Dec. 20, 2021, at his residence.
 Born Oct. 23, 1974, in Burlington, he was the son of Richard Harrison Caldwell Sr. and Kathy Rinae Cluney. 
 Chad was a graduate of Burlington High School. He previously worked for I.A.A.P. and in production for Case I.H.
 He is survived by one brother, Quinton Smothers of Burlington; half-brother, Richard H. Caldwell Jr.; and maternal grandmother, Carol M. Cluney
 of Burlington.
 There will be no formal funeral services at this time. According to his wishes cremation has been accorded.

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2021/12/1640976574208.png" alt="Chad Caldwell" />
 <figcaption>Chad Caldwell</figcaption>
 </figure>Chad Richard Caldwell, 47, of Burlington, died Monday, Dec. 20, 2021, at his residence.
 Born Oct. 23, 1974, in Burlington, he was the son of Richard Harrison Caldwell Sr. and Kathy Rinae Cluney. 
 Chad was a graduate of Burlington High School. He previously worked for I.A.A.P. and in production for Case I.H.
 He is survived by one brother, Quinton Smothers of Burlington; half-brother, Richard H. Caldwell Jr.; and maternal grandmother, Carol M. Cluney
 of Burlington.
 There will be no formal funeral services at this time. According to his wishes cremation has been accorded.

Chad Caldwell

Georgia Mae Thompson, 70 of Davenport, died at Danville Care Center on Monday, Dec. 13, 2021.&nbsp;

She was born Nov. 2, 1951, in Sikeston, Mo, the 
daughter of Pastor Marshall Henry Thompson and Leetta Thompson.

Georgia was born and raised in Sikeston. She later moved to
 Burlington and was a member at Union Baptist Church. Georgia was a caregiver and maintenance for the YMCA in Davenport.

She is survived by one daughter, Vonsuere D. Thompson of Joplin, Mo.; one son, Carlos B. Thompson; one brother, Iva “Ricky” Thompson of Burlington; eight 
grandkids and several great-grandkids.

The funeral service for Mrs. Thompson was held
December 30, 2021, at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home with Reverend Lawrence 
L. Manson officiating.&nbsp; Burial was in Aspen Grove Cemetery following
 the service.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2021/12/1640976265513.jpeg" alt="Georgia Thompson" />
 <figcaption>Georgia Thompson</figcaption>
 </figure>Georgia Mae Thompson, 70 of Davenport, died at Danville Care Center on Monday, Dec. 13, 2021.&nbsp;She was born Nov. 2, 1951, in Sikeston, Mo, the 
daughter of Pastor Marshall Henry Thompson and Leetta Thompson. Georgia was born and raised in Sikeston. She later moved to
 Burlington and was a member at Union Baptist Church. Georgia was a caregiver and maintenance for the YMCA in Davenport. She is survived by one daughter, Vonsuere D. Thompson of Joplin, Mo.; one son, Carlos B. Thompson; one brother, Iva “Ricky” Thompson of Burlington; eight 
grandkids and several great-grandkids. The funeral service for Mrs. Thompson was held
December 30, 2021, at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home with Reverend Lawrence 
L. Manson officiating.&nbsp; Burial was in Aspen Grove Cemetery following
 the service.&nbsp;

Georgia Thompson

Brian W. Johnson, 55, of West Burlington, died Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2021, at his residence.&nbsp;

He was born April 20, 1966, to Wanda Johnson. He attended Danville 
High School and graduated in 1985. He later attended Southeastern 
Community College and earned an Associates Degree in 1995.

Survivors include his girlfriend, Tricia Tanner, of Washington, Iowa; parents, Donald and Wanda Nafziger of Danville; daughter, Leah 
Cupples of Newton, Iowa; son, Jacob Mettler of New London; and two 
grandsons.

Visitation will be from noon until 7 p.m. with the family to receive
 friends from 5 until 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 3 at 
Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home. Cremation will be entrusted to Prugh 
Crematory following the visitation. Burial will be held at a later 
date.&nbsp;

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

Prugh Funeral Service is in care of the arrangements.

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2021/12/1640974813972.jpeg" alt="Brian Johnson " />
 <figcaption>Brian Johnson </figcaption>
 </figure>Brian W. Johnson, 55, of West Burlington, died Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2021, at his residence.&nbsp;He was born April 20, 1966, to Wanda Johnson. He attended Danville 
High School and graduated in 1985. He later attended Southeastern 
Community College and earned an Associates Degree in 1995.Survivors include his girlfriend, Tricia Tanner, of Washington, Iowa; parents, Donald and Wanda Nafziger of Danville; daughter, Leah 
Cupples of Newton, Iowa; son, Jacob Mettler of New London; and two 
grandsons.Visitation will be from noon until 7 p.m. with the family to receive
 friends from 5 until 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 3 at 
Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home. Cremation will be entrusted to Prugh 
Crematory following the visitation. Burial will be held at a later 
date.&nbsp;A memorial has been established for the West Burlington Fire Department.&nbsp;Prugh Funeral Service is in care of the arrangements.

Brian Johnson

Jeffrey Lee Grimes, 56, of Burlington, died Monday, Dec. 27, 2021, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington. Born December 24, 1965, in Burlington, he was the son of Donald L. and Joyce A. Metz Grimes. He married Lisa Lawlor; they later divorced. He then married Jamie Fair Stewart; they later divorced. Jeff worked in construction starting with Worley’s Asphalt and Paving, Mike Nelson Concrete Company, and DeLong Construction Company where he was superintendent. He is survived by his three children, Bailey Dunkin, Lea Grimes, and Matthew Grimes all of Burlington; two brothers, Scott Grimes of West Burlington and Duane Grimes of Lone Tree, Iowa; and two grandchildren. The visitation will be 4 until 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 30 at Lunning Chapel where the family will receive friends. A private family graveside committal will be held in Aspen Grove Cemetery. A memorial has been established.

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 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2021/12/1640741812432.png" alt="Jeffrey Grimes" />
 <figcaption>Jeffrey Grimes</figcaption>
 </figure>Jeffrey Lee Grimes, 56, of Burlington, died Monday, Dec. 27, 2021, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington. Born December 24, 1965, in Burlington, he was the son of Donald L. and Joyce A. Metz Grimes. He married Lisa Lawlor; they later divorced. He then married Jamie Fair Stewart; they later divorced. Jeff worked in construction starting with Worley’s Asphalt and Paving, Mike Nelson Concrete Company, and DeLong Construction Company where he was superintendent. He is survived by his three children, Bailey Dunkin, Lea Grimes, and Matthew Grimes all of Burlington; two brothers, Scott Grimes of West Burlington and Duane Grimes of Lone Tree, Iowa; and two grandchildren. The visitation will be 4 until 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 30 at Lunning Chapel where the family will receive friends. A private family graveside committal will be held in Aspen Grove Cemetery. A memorial has been established.

Jeffrey Grimes

Dorothy L. Shanstrom, 77, of Burlington, died Monday, Dec. 27, 2021, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West Burlington. Born July 17, 1944, in Marshalltown, she was the daughter of Robert Dean and Katherine Louise Lammert Billingsley. She married Gary Shanstrom on Sept. 8, 1963, in Hillsboro. He died Jan. 27, 1998. Dorothy worked as a supervisor at Burlington Medical Center until her retirement in 1994. Prior to that, she worked for 15 years as an employment recruiter for the federal government. She is survived by her four children, Mark Shanstrom of West Point, Lora Pitts and Todd Shanstrom, both of rural Burlington, and Dawn Worley of Wapello; nine grandchildren; and 21 great-grandchildren. A private graveside service and inurnment will be held at a later date in Prairie Grove Cemetery, rural West Burlington. According to her wishes, cremation has been entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel.

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2021/12/1640741588946.png" alt="Dorothy Shanstrom" />
 <figcaption>Dorothy Shanstrom</figcaption>
 </figure>Dorothy L. Shanstrom, 77, of Burlington, died Monday, Dec. 27, 2021, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West Burlington. Born July 17, 1944, in Marshalltown, she was the daughter of Robert Dean and Katherine Louise Lammert Billingsley. She married Gary Shanstrom on Sept. 8, 1963, in Hillsboro. He died Jan. 27, 1998. Dorothy worked as a supervisor at Burlington Medical Center until her retirement in 1994. Prior to that, she worked for 15 years as an employment recruiter for the federal government. She is survived by her four children, Mark Shanstrom of West Point, Lora Pitts and Todd Shanstrom, both of rural Burlington, and Dawn Worley of Wapello; nine grandchildren; and 21 great-grandchildren. A private graveside service and inurnment will be held at a later date in Prairie Grove Cemetery, rural West Burlington. According to her wishes, cremation has been entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel.

Dorothy Shanstrom

Jimmy T. Moyner, 90, of Burlington died Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, at Oakview Nursing Home, Burlington. Jimmy was born March 16, 1931, to John and Amanda Balzar Moyner in Burlington. He married Darlene M. McLaughlin Oct. 6, 1950, in Burlington. Jim was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in France. He worked as a machinist at Iowa Ordinance Plant for 14 years and Burlington Northern Railroad for 20 years. He was a life-long active member of First Christian Church and served as deacon, usher and chief coffee maker! He was also a member of the Moose lodge, Eagles lodge, American Legion, and the Machinist Union. He is survived by his wife; sons, Tom Moyner of Burlington, Ken Moyner of St. Charles, Ill., Randy Moyner of Burlington, Gary Moyner of Burlington; daughter, Linda Moyner Roderick of West Point; nine grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held Friday, Jan. 14, 2022, at 11 a.m. at First Christian Church, 1221 Park Avenue, Burlington, with the Reverend David Yonker officiating. Military rites will be conducted by the Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard. A luncheon will follow at the church. Burial will be at a later date in Burlington Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for First Christian Church of Burlington.

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2021/12/1640741369900.png" alt="Jimmy Moyner" />
 <figcaption>Jimmy Moyner</figcaption>
 </figure>Jimmy T. Moyner, 90, of Burlington died Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, at Oakview Nursing Home, Burlington. Jimmy was born March 16, 1931, to John and Amanda Balzar Moyner in Burlington. He married Darlene M. McLaughlin Oct. 6, 1950, in Burlington. Jim was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in France. He worked as a machinist at Iowa Ordinance Plant for 14 years and Burlington Northern Railroad for 20 years. He was a life-long active member of First Christian Church and served as deacon, usher and chief coffee maker! He was also a member of the Moose lodge, Eagles lodge, American Legion, and the Machinist Union. He is survived by his wife; sons, Tom Moyner of Burlington, Ken Moyner of St. Charles, Ill., Randy Moyner of Burlington, Gary Moyner of Burlington; daughter, Linda Moyner Roderick of West Point; nine grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held Friday, Jan. 14, 2022, at 11 a.m. at First Christian Church, 1221 Park Avenue, Burlington, with the Reverend David Yonker officiating. Military rites will be conducted by the Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard. A luncheon will follow at the church. Burial will be at a later date in Burlington Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for First Christian Church of Burlington.

Jimmy Moyner

David P. Cummings, 74, of Burlington, died Dec. 25, 2021, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West Burlington.

Born Jan. 14, 1947,&nbsp; he was the son of Hugh and Anna Lea Meyerholz Cummings.&nbsp;

Survivors include one brother, Michael Cummings of Tallangatta, Victoria, Australia, and one sister, Pam Hazell of Washington, Iowa, and their families.

Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory.

A celebration of life will be planned this summer at the Tradewinds Cabin on the Mississippi.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2021/12/1640740647282.jpeg" alt="David Cummings " />
 <figcaption>David Cummings </figcaption>
 </figure>David P. Cummings, 74, of Burlington, died Dec. 25, 2021, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West Burlington.Born Jan. 14, 1947,&nbsp; he was the son of Hugh and Anna Lea Meyerholz Cummings.&nbsp;Survivors include one brother, Michael Cummings of Tallangatta, Victoria, Australia, and one sister, Pam Hazell of Washington, Iowa, and their families. Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory.A celebration of life will be planned this summer at the Tradewinds Cabin on the Mississippi.&nbsp;

David Cummings

James Robert Orth, 40, of Cedar Rapids, died Monday, Dec.&nbsp; 27, 2021, at the Mercy Medical Center in Cedar Rapids.

Born Sept. 8, 1981, in Sigourney, he was the son of Edward R. and Delores R. Juettemeyer Orth. He graduated from Burlington High School.&nbsp;

James enjoyed working at Goodwill of the Heartland.&nbsp;

He was of Catholic faith and was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Cedar Rapids and Divine Mercy Parish in Burlington. He loved to participate in the Special Olympics, competing in many sports over the past 16 years; his favorites being power lifting and bike racing.

Survivors include three sisters, Angie Walljasper of West Point, Beth Orth of Cedar Rapids, and Cindy DiPrima of Augusta; five brothers, Donald Orth, Daren Orth, Gabe Orth, and Everett Orth, all of Burlington, and Roy "Bubba" Orth of Augusta; and grandmother, Pauline Seaba of Webster, Iowa.

The family will receive friends following a 3 p.m. rosary service until 6 p.m. Monday, Jan. 3, 2022, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Cedar Rapids.&nbsp;

The Funeral Mass of the Resurrection for Mr. Orth will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2022, at Divine Mercy Parish-St. John the Baptist Catholic Church with Rev. James Flattery as the Celebrant. A time of food and fellowship will be held in the fellowship hall of St. John's Church following the service. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery at a later date.

A memorial has been established for the Cedar Rapids Parks and Recreation Special Olympics.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2021/12/1640740400341.jpeg" alt="James Orth " />
 <figcaption>James Orth </figcaption>
 </figure>James Robert Orth, 40, of Cedar Rapids, died Monday, Dec.&nbsp; 27, 2021, at the Mercy Medical Center in Cedar Rapids.Born Sept. 8, 1981, in Sigourney, he was the son of Edward R. and Delores R. Juettemeyer Orth. He graduated from Burlington High School.&nbsp;James enjoyed working at Goodwill of the Heartland.&nbsp;He was of Catholic faith and was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Cedar Rapids and Divine Mercy Parish in Burlington. He loved to participate in the Special Olympics, competing in many sports over the past 16 years; his favorites being power lifting and bike racing. Survivors include three sisters, Angie Walljasper of West Point, Beth Orth of Cedar Rapids, and Cindy DiPrima of Augusta; five brothers, Donald Orth, Daren Orth, Gabe Orth, and Everett Orth, all of Burlington, and Roy "Bubba" Orth of Augusta; and grandmother, Pauline Seaba of Webster, Iowa.The family will receive friends following a 3 p.m. rosary service until 6 p.m. Monday, Jan. 3, 2022, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Cedar Rapids.&nbsp;The Funeral Mass of the Resurrection for Mr. Orth will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2022, at Divine Mercy Parish-St. John the Baptist Catholic Church with Rev. James Flattery as the Celebrant. A time of food and fellowship will be held in the fellowship hall of St. John's Church following the service. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery at a later date.A memorial has been established for the Cedar Rapids Parks and Recreation Special Olympics.&nbsp;

James Orth

Richard B. "Dick" Gaddis, Jr., 71, of Oquawka, Ill., and formerly of Burlington, passed away at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics on Thursday, Dec. 23, 2021. 
 Dick was born Jan. 31, 1950, in Chicago, Ill., the son of Richard B.
 and Joyce Blomstrom Gaddis, Sr. Dick graduated from Burlington High 
School with the class of 1968. After high school, Dick joined the United
 States Navy and served until 1974. Dick previously worked for Walter 
Fox Appliance, Exide, and Burlington Northern Santa Fe shops in 
Burlington, where he retired.
 Dick married Bonnie Wagy on November 23, 1985 in Oquawka, Ill. Dick is survived by his wife; daughter,
Brandi Gaddis; his caretaker and son, Andy Gaddis; stepdaughter, 
Nicole Pearson; seven grandchildren; and one great-grandson. The memorial funeral service will be held in Lunning Chapel at 2 p.m.
 Wednesday, Dec. 29 with Pastor Dan Ashton of Rozetta Baptist 
Church officiating. The Burlington Area Honor Guard will conduct military rites. The family will receive friends from noon until the time
 of service. Cremation has been accorded.
 A memorial has been established for the American Diabetes Association.

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2021/12/1640740904881.png" alt="Richard Gaddis" />
 <figcaption>Richard Gaddis</figcaption>
 </figure>Richard B. "Dick" Gaddis, Jr., 71, of Oquawka, Ill., and formerly of Burlington, passed away at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics on Thursday, Dec. 23, 2021. 
 Dick was born Jan. 31, 1950, in Chicago, Ill., the son of Richard B.
 and Joyce Blomstrom Gaddis, Sr. Dick graduated from Burlington High 
School with the class of 1968. After high school, Dick joined the United
 States Navy and served until 1974. Dick previously worked for Walter 
Fox Appliance, Exide, and Burlington Northern Santa Fe shops in 
Burlington, where he retired.
 Dick married Bonnie Wagy on November 23, 1985 in Oquawka, Ill. Dick is survived by his wife; daughter,
Brandi Gaddis; his caretaker and son, Andy Gaddis; stepdaughter, 
Nicole Pearson; seven grandchildren; and one great-grandson. The memorial funeral service will be held in Lunning Chapel at 2 p.m.
 Wednesday, Dec. 29 with Pastor Dan Ashton of Rozetta Baptist 
Church officiating. The Burlington Area Honor Guard will conduct military rites. The family will receive friends from noon until the time
 of service. Cremation has been accorded.
 A memorial has been established for the American Diabetes Association.

Richard Gaddis

Marilyn Jane Lloyd, 90, of Burlington, died Thursday, Dec. 23, 2021, at the Klein Center in West Burlington. Born Jan. 20, 1931, in Hawarden, Iowa, she was the daughter of Warren and Madge Sidwell Nanninga. On June 14, 1953, she married Richard G. Lloyd. Richard died Dec. 19, 2005. Mrs. Lloyd was a 1948 graduate of Hawarden High School and a 1950 graduate of Iowa State Teachers College (now the University of Northern Iowa), Cedar Falls, in elementary education. She also studied at Morningside College in Sioux City. She was an elementary teacher at Marcus, Iowa, from 1950 to 1952 and at Sioux City from 1952 to 1954. After moving with her family to Burlington in 1971, she worked as an associate in the Burlington Community School District for ten years, retiring in 1995. Marilyn was a member and past president of Treble Clef Club, a member and president for four years of the Retired School Personnel Association, a member of PEO Chapter P (holding various offices), and of the King’s Daughters Auxiliary. She was also a member of First United Methodist Church, Aldersgate Class (Sarah Circle), and the United Methodist Women. She taught piano many years, had been pianist for the Rotary Club’s noon meetings since the 1990s, and was a church pianist on a substitute basis for various Burlington churches. Survivors include two sons, Charles Lloyd of Nevada and David of Burlington; two daughters, Margaret Wozniak of Burlington and Rosemary Cameron of Arcadia; 13 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. Visitation will be from noon to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 28 at Lunning Chapel, with family meeting friends from 5 to 7 p.m. The funeral for Marilyn Lloyd will be at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 29 at First United Methodist Church, Burlington. Pastors Jacob Yochum and Joan Rodgers will officiate. Burial will be at Aspen Grove Cemetery. A time of food and fellowship will be held at the Loft on Jefferson following the burial. Memorials have been established for First United Methodist Church in Burlington and the Burlington Municipal Band.

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2021/12/1640640873658.png" alt="Marilyn Lloyd" />
 <figcaption>Marilyn Lloyd</figcaption>
 </figure>Marilyn Jane Lloyd, 90, of Burlington, died Thursday, Dec. 23, 2021, at the Klein Center in West Burlington. Born Jan. 20, 1931, in Hawarden, Iowa, she was the daughter of Warren and Madge Sidwell Nanninga. On June 14, 1953, she married Richard G. Lloyd. Richard died Dec. 19, 2005. Mrs. Lloyd was a 1948 graduate of Hawarden High School and a 1950 graduate of Iowa State Teachers College (now the University of Northern Iowa), Cedar Falls, in elementary education. She also studied at Morningside College in Sioux City. She was an elementary teacher at Marcus, Iowa, from 1950 to 1952 and at Sioux City from 1952 to 1954. After moving with her family to Burlington in 1971, she worked as an associate in the Burlington Community School District for ten years, retiring in 1995. Marilyn was a member and past president of Treble Clef Club, a member and president for four years of the Retired School Personnel Association, a member of PEO Chapter P (holding various offices), and of the King’s Daughters Auxiliary. She was also a member of First United Methodist Church, Aldersgate Class (Sarah Circle), and the United Methodist Women. She taught piano many years, had been pianist for the Rotary Club’s noon meetings since the 1990s, and was a church pianist on a substitute basis for various Burlington churches. Survivors include two sons, Charles Lloyd of Nevada and David of Burlington; two daughters, Margaret Wozniak of Burlington and Rosemary Cameron of Arcadia; 13 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. Visitation will be from noon to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 28 at Lunning Chapel, with family meeting friends from 5 to 7 p.m. The funeral for Marilyn Lloyd will be at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 29 at First United Methodist Church, Burlington. Pastors Jacob Yochum and Joan Rodgers will officiate. Burial will be at Aspen Grove Cemetery. A time of food and fellowship will be held at the Loft on Jefferson following the burial. Memorials have been established for First United Methodist Church in Burlington and the Burlington Municipal Band.

Marilyn Lloyd

Edward Ralph Blythe, 77, Burlington, died Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, at the Klein Center in West Burlington.

Born May 21, 1944, in Burlington, he was the son of Jack Blythe and Mae Kephart. He married Patricia Ann Nelson and they were later divorced. On October 21, 1978, he married Susan Benedict in Burlington.&nbsp;

He served his country in the United States National Guard.

Edward was a member of Community of Christ Church in Burlington, where he was ordained as a teacher and First Congregational Church in Burlington.

Survivors include his wife; three sons, Todd Blythe of West Burlington, Richard Blythe of Chariton, Mark Blythe of Chicago, Ill.; four grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; two brothers, Stanley Blythe of Wyaconda, Mo., and Leonard "Ike" Blythe of Burlington; and a sister, Joyce Patton of West Point.

Family will receive friends from 9 until 10 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 29 at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 virus, the family requests that those planning to attend please wear a mask or face covering.

The funeral service for Mr. Blythe will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, December 29 at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home with Elder Al Ourth officiating. Full military honors will be rendered by the Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard. Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery.&nbsp; A time of food and fellowship will be held in the community room at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home following the burial.

A memorial has been established for the Alzheimer's Association.

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2021/12/1640638385098.jpeg" alt="Edward Blythe" />
 <figcaption>Edward Blythe</figcaption>
 </figure>Edward Ralph Blythe, 77, Burlington, died Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, at the Klein Center in West Burlington.Born May 21, 1944, in Burlington, he was the son of Jack Blythe and Mae Kephart. He married Patricia Ann Nelson and they were later divorced. On October 21, 1978, he married Susan Benedict in Burlington.&nbsp;He served his country in the United States National Guard.Edward was a member of Community of Christ Church in Burlington, where he was ordained as a teacher and First Congregational Church in Burlington. Survivors include his wife; three sons, Todd Blythe of West Burlington, Richard Blythe of Chariton, Mark Blythe of Chicago, Ill.; four grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; two brothers, Stanley Blythe of Wyaconda, Mo., and Leonard "Ike" Blythe of Burlington; and a sister, Joyce Patton of West Point.Family will receive friends from 9 until 10 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 29 at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 virus, the family requests that those planning to attend please wear a mask or face covering.The funeral service for Mr. Blythe will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, December 29 at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home with Elder Al Ourth officiating. Full military honors will be rendered by the Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard. Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery.&nbsp; A time of food and fellowship will be held in the community room at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home following the burial.A memorial has been established for the Alzheimer's Association.

Edward Blythe

Mary Ann Goetz, 86 of Keokuk, died Sunday, Dec. 19, 2021, at the University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City, Iowa.

She was born Nov. 16, 1935, in Keokuk, the daughter of Jess and Mary Neal McFadden Savacool.&nbsp; Mary Ann graduated from St. Peter’s High School with the class of 1954.

On May 5, 1956, Mary Ann was united in marriage to Jack F. Goetz at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Keokuk.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on July 21, 2019.

Mary Ann had been employed by General Mills and Sullivan’s in her younger years.

She was a member of All Saints Catholic Church, Ladies of Charity and the Altar and Rosary Society.

Mary Ann enjoyed a good game of Bingo and liked to scroll through Facebook regularly.&nbsp; She was an avid garage sale and thrift store shopper with a good eye for a bargain.&nbsp; Mary Ann was faithful at sending out cards to her family and friends for all occasions.&nbsp; She was a dedicated volunteer at St. Vincent’s and Cardinal Stritch for many years. Above all, Mary Ann adored her grandchildren and the time she spent with her family.&nbsp; She was an enthusiastic fan of all her grandchildren’s and great-grandchildren’s activities.

She is survived by five children, John Goetz (Kim) of Keokuk, Dan Goetz&nbsp; (Vicky) of Excelsior Springs, M0., Martha Riney (Randy) of Keokuk, Father Marty Goetz of Burlington, and Joseph Goetz (Amy) of Keokuk; grandchildren, Jennifer Goetz, Austin Goetz, Matt Goetz (Jan), Sara (Tyler) Owen, Jessica Goetz, Michael Goetz (Ashley), David Riney (Leigh Ann), Daniel Riney (Kelli), Martin “Chuck” Riney, Jessie Clark (Brandon), Nickie Lynn (Jesse), Patrick Goetz and Allie Hayden; twelve great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and great- nieces and great-nephews.

Besides her husband, she was also preceded in death by her parents and one daughter-in-law, Karen Goetz.

A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2021, at All Saints Catholic Church in Keokuk with Father Marty Goetz officiating.&nbsp; A private family burial will be held in the Keokuk National Cemetery.

Visitation will be held after 1 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2021, at the Vigen Memorial Home in Keokuk with family meeting with friends from 5 to 7:30 p.m.&nbsp; A Rosary will be prayed at 7:30 p.m.

Memorials may be made to the Keokuk Catholic Schools or the Ladies of Charity.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at&nbsp; <a href="http://www.vigenmemorialhome.com/" target="_blank">www.vigenmemorialhome.com</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2021/12/1640383426497.jpeg" alt="Mary Ann Goetz " />
 <figcaption>Mary Ann Goetz </figcaption>
 </figure>Mary Ann Goetz, 86 of Keokuk, died Sunday, Dec. 19, 2021, at the University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City, Iowa.She was born Nov. 16, 1935, in Keokuk, the daughter of Jess and Mary Neal McFadden Savacool.&nbsp; Mary Ann graduated from St. Peter’s High School with the class of 1954.On May 5, 1956, Mary Ann was united in marriage to Jack F. Goetz at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Keokuk.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on July 21, 2019.Mary Ann had been employed by General Mills and Sullivan’s in her younger years.She was a member of All Saints Catholic Church, Ladies of Charity and the Altar and Rosary Society.Mary Ann enjoyed a good game of Bingo and liked to scroll through Facebook regularly.&nbsp; She was an avid garage sale and thrift store shopper with a good eye for a bargain.&nbsp; Mary Ann was faithful at sending out cards to her family and friends for all occasions.&nbsp; She was a dedicated volunteer at St. Vincent’s and Cardinal Stritch for many years. Above all, Mary Ann adored her grandchildren and the time she spent with her family.&nbsp; She was an enthusiastic fan of all her grandchildren’s and great-grandchildren’s activities.She is survived by five children, John Goetz (Kim) of Keokuk, Dan Goetz&nbsp; (Vicky) of Excelsior Springs, M0., Martha Riney (Randy) of Keokuk, Father Marty Goetz of Burlington, and Joseph Goetz (Amy) of Keokuk; grandchildren, Jennifer Goetz, Austin Goetz, Matt Goetz (Jan), Sara (Tyler) Owen, Jessica Goetz, Michael Goetz (Ashley), David Riney (Leigh Ann), Daniel Riney (Kelli), Martin “Chuck” Riney, Jessie Clark (Brandon), Nickie Lynn (Jesse), Patrick Goetz and Allie Hayden; twelve great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and great- nieces and great-nephews.Besides her husband, she was also preceded in death by her parents and one daughter-in-law, Karen Goetz.A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2021, at All Saints Catholic Church in Keokuk with Father Marty Goetz officiating.&nbsp; A private family burial will be held in the Keokuk National Cemetery.Visitation will be held after 1 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2021, at the Vigen Memorial Home in Keokuk with family meeting with friends from 5 to 7:30 p.m.&nbsp; A Rosary will be prayed at 7:30 p.m.Memorials may be made to the Keokuk Catholic Schools or the Ladies of Charity.Online condolences may be sent to the family at&nbsp; <a href="http://www.vigenmemorialhome.com/" target="_blank">www.vigenmemorialhome.com</a>

Mary Ann Goetz

Phyllis Dunn died on Monday, Dec. 20, 2021. She was born on Jan. 6, 1930.

There will be no services for Phyllis at this time. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House and the Des Moines County Humane Society. Please send memorials to: Lunning Funeral Chapel 2620 Mt. Pleasant St. Burlington, Iowa 52601

Phyllis Dunn died on Monday, Dec. 20, 2021. She was born on Jan. 6, 1930. There will be no services for Phyllis at this time. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House and the Des Moines County Humane Society. Please send memorials to: Lunning Funeral Chapel 2620 Mt. Pleasant St. Burlington, Iowa 52601

Phyllis Dunn

Rosemary Hobbs, 73, of Mediapolis, died Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2021, at Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West Burlington. Born June 11, 1948, in Burlington, she was the daughter of Willis Sr. and Wannettia Paxton Baldwin. She married Lonnie Hobbs on May 8, 1971. Rosemary worked for Winegard and Antennacraft and later as a housekeeper for Prairie Ridge Care and Rehabilitation Center in Mediapolis. She was of the Christian faith. Survivors include her twin sons, Jonathan Hobbs of Danville and Paul Hobbs of Chicago, Ill.; one brother, Willis Baldwin, Jr.; three sisters, Wanda Miller, Della Flaherty and Ruth Shafer; and three grandsons. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.lunningfuneralchapel.com

Rosemary Hobbs, 73, of Mediapolis, died Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2021, at Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West Burlington. Born June 11, 1948, in Burlington, she was the daughter of Willis Sr. and Wannettia Paxton Baldwin. She married Lonnie Hobbs on May 8, 1971. Rosemary worked for Winegard and Antennacraft and later as a housekeeper for Prairie Ridge Care and Rehabilitation Center in Mediapolis. She was of the Christian faith. Survivors include her twin sons, Jonathan Hobbs of Danville and Paul Hobbs of Chicago, Ill.; one brother, Willis Baldwin, Jr.; three sisters, Wanda Miller, Della Flaherty and Ruth Shafer; and three grandsons. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.lunningfuneralchapel.com

Rosemary Hobbs

Norma Lucille Speedling Newton Niemann, 98, died in Tucson, Ariz., on Dec.17, 2021. She was born in Nashua, Iowa, on Oct. 25, 1923. Norma was the daughter of&nbsp; Sanford and Ina Speedling.

Norma graduated from Greene High School in Greene, Iowa. She married Norman Derril Newton on June 19, 1942, at the Little Brown Church in the Vale, Nashua Iowa.

Norma worked for Dr. C.V. Orr, as a dental assistant and then the Burlington Community School District, as a secretary. After her husband, Derril, passed away, she married Paul Niemann on Oct. 19, 1979, in Burlington. Paul and Norma moved to Tucson, Ariz., to enjoy their retirement.

Survivors include daughters, Sandra Newton and Marla Russell; five grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2021/12/1640382136667.jpeg" alt="Norma Niemann " />
 <figcaption>Norma Niemann </figcaption>
 </figure>Norma Lucille Speedling Newton Niemann, 98, died in Tucson, Ariz., on Dec.17, 2021. She was born in Nashua, Iowa, on Oct. 25, 1923. Norma was the daughter of&nbsp; Sanford and Ina Speedling. Norma graduated from Greene High School in Greene, Iowa. She married Norman Derril Newton on June 19, 1942, at the Little Brown Church in the Vale, Nashua Iowa. Norma worked for Dr. C.V. Orr, as a dental assistant and then the Burlington Community School District, as a secretary. After her husband, Derril, passed away, she married Paul Niemann on Oct. 19, 1979, in Burlington. Paul and Norma moved to Tucson, Ariz., to enjoy their retirement.Survivors include daughters, Sandra Newton and Marla Russell; five grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.No services will be held.

Norma Niemann

Nathan McCullough passed away Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2021, at his home in Des Moines, Iowa. Funeral arrangements are pending. 

Nathan McCullough passed away Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2021, at his home in Des Moines, Iowa. Funeral arrangements are pending.

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