Edward Eugene Rettig, 83, Burlington, died Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2021, at Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington.

Born June 20, 1938, in Terre Haute, Ill., he was the son of Lester Henry and Marie Kathleen Waddell Rettig.

Edward served in the Navy for eight years. His work included Winegard Company, a marina in Florida, maintenance in Baltimore and construction.

Survivors include his two daughters Kathy Elliott and Tammy (Jim) Lowe of Burlington; brother, Ronald Rettig of Burlington; 11 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren.

There will be no formal funeral services at this time. Cremation has been accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel.

Edward Eugene Rettig, 83, Burlington, died Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2021, at Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington.Born June 20, 1938, in Terre Haute, Ill., he was the son of Lester Henry and Marie Kathleen Waddell Rettig.Edward served in the Navy for eight years. His work included Winegard Company, a marina in Florida, maintenance in Baltimore and construction.Survivors include his two daughters Kathy Elliott and Tammy (Jim) Lowe of Burlington; brother, Ronald Rettig of Burlington; 11 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren.There will be no formal funeral services at this time. Cremation has been accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel.

Edward Rettig

Robert Scott “Rob” “Robbie” Deitrick, 64, of Burlington died peacefully after a courageous battle of liver cancer, on Oct 18, 2021, surrounded by his wife and three daughters.&nbsp;

Rob was born on Jan 16, 1957, to Elaine and Franklin Deitrick.

Rob met and married his wife of 39 years, Rhonda DeReu, while serving in the U.S. Army. They married on Jan 15, 1982, in Newport News, Va.&nbsp;

Together they had three beautiful daughters: Jenny (Chuck) Reid, Angie (Brandon Swank) Deitrick, and Sammy (Lance) Jones who flourished his life with seven grandchildren: Braden, Jakson, and Bryce Reid; Brayden and Colton Jones; and Autumn and Julian Swank.&nbsp;

His siblings are Debbie (Mathew) Smithson, Dale “Dutch” (Denise) Deitrick, and Shelly (Rich) Yotter.&nbsp;

He teased and loved all his nieces and nephews as well as his great-nieces and nephews.&nbsp;

Rob was a stranger to none, he was a great storyteller, always ready to shake a hand, and make you laugh. He was a dancer and singer amongst his family. A lovable goof! He loved birds and collecting horse memorabilia and was a fan of the San Francisco Giants and Cleveland Browns. He played baseball and football while attending Mediapolis High, graduating in 1975.

He is preceded in death by his parents, brother Jim, and grandparents.&nbsp;

Rob marched to the beat of his own tune. God has accepted him with love, as those who knew him.&nbsp;

There will be no visitation. The funeral will be held Monday, Oct. 25 at 11 a.m. at Burlington Harmony Church, 550 Division St., Burlington. Family and close friends may meet at 10 a.m. A meal will be served after service at the church. 

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 </figure>Robert Scott “Rob” “Robbie” Deitrick, 64, of Burlington died peacefully after a courageous battle of liver cancer, on Oct 18, 2021, surrounded by his wife and three daughters.&nbsp;Rob was born on Jan 16, 1957, to Elaine and Franklin Deitrick.Rob met and married his wife of 39 years, Rhonda DeReu, while serving in the U.S. Army. They married on Jan 15, 1982, in Newport News, Va.&nbsp;Together they had three beautiful daughters: Jenny (Chuck) Reid, Angie (Brandon Swank) Deitrick, and Sammy (Lance) Jones who flourished his life with seven grandchildren: Braden, Jakson, and Bryce Reid; Brayden and Colton Jones; and Autumn and Julian Swank.&nbsp;His siblings are Debbie (Mathew) Smithson, Dale “Dutch” (Denise) Deitrick, and Shelly (Rich) Yotter.&nbsp;He teased and loved all his nieces and nephews as well as his great-nieces and nephews.&nbsp;Rob was a stranger to none, he was a great storyteller, always ready to shake a hand, and make you laugh. He was a dancer and singer amongst his family. A lovable goof! He loved birds and collecting horse memorabilia and was a fan of the San Francisco Giants and Cleveland Browns. He played baseball and football while attending Mediapolis High, graduating in 1975.He is preceded in death by his parents, brother Jim, and grandparents.&nbsp;Rob marched to the beat of his own tune. God has accepted him with love, as those who knew him.&nbsp;There will be no visitation. The funeral will be held Monday, Oct. 25 at 11 a.m. at Burlington Harmony Church, 550 Division St., Burlington. Family and close friends may meet at 10 a.m. A meal will be served after service at the church. (Paid obituary)

Robert Deitrick

Jeannette L. Mehaffy, 86, of Cedar Rapids, formerly of Burlington, died Sunday, Oct. 17, 2021, at her residence.&nbsp;

Born May 16, 1935, in Burlington, she was the daughter of Harry S. and Louise G. “Billie” Chapman Gahn. On Sept. 24, 1952, she married Kenneth D. Mehaffy in Burlington.

Mrs. Mehaffy worked for Kraft Heinz-Muscatine, served as head chef at Ridgewood Elementary School in East Moline, Ill., and worked for MCI as a telemarketer in Cedar Rapids.

Survivors include her husband; seven children, Linda Parrish of Burlington, Corie Moyers of Clements, Calif., Tim Mehaffy, Becca Barker, and Matt Mehaffy, all of Cedar Rapids, Mark Mehaffy of Marion and Jason Mehaffy of North Liberty; 21 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.

The funeral for Mrs. Mehaffy will be at 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 22, at Lunning Chapel, Burlington, where the family will receive friends from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery, Burlington. A celebration of life will be at a later date in Cedar Rapids.

Jeannette L. Mehaffy, 86, of Cedar Rapids, formerly of Burlington, died Sunday, Oct. 17, 2021, at her residence.&nbsp;Born May 16, 1935, in Burlington, she was the daughter of Harry S. and Louise G. “Billie” Chapman Gahn. On Sept. 24, 1952, she married Kenneth D. Mehaffy in Burlington.Mrs. Mehaffy worked for Kraft Heinz-Muscatine, served as head chef at Ridgewood Elementary School in East Moline, Ill., and worked for MCI as a telemarketer in Cedar Rapids. Survivors include her husband; seven children, Linda Parrish of Burlington, Corie Moyers of Clements, Calif., Tim Mehaffy, Becca Barker, and Matt Mehaffy, all of Cedar Rapids, Mark Mehaffy of Marion and Jason Mehaffy of North Liberty; 21 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.The funeral for Mrs. Mehaffy will be at 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 22, at Lunning Chapel, Burlington, where the family will receive friends from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery, Burlington. A celebration of life will be at a later date in Cedar Rapids.A memorial has been established.

Jeannette Mehaffy

Carolyn Faye Dunn, 62, died Sunday, Oct. 17, 2021, at her residence.&nbsp;

Born July 11, 1959, in Kentucky, she was the daughter of Clara and Bobby Dunn.

Ms. Dunn graduated from Harlan High School in Chicago in 1978.

Survivors include her mother, Clara Ellison; nine children, Earl Dunn, Jacqueline Dunn, Bobby Dunn, Michael Dunn, Dominique Dunn, Leroy Priest, Chiquita Priest, Nikkia Priest, and DeShawn Priest; five sisters, Arletha Jefferson, Myra Haile, Patricia Madison, Melissa Dunn, and Gloria Dunn; one brother, Bobby Dunn; 21 grandchildren; and her significant other, Keith Erwin.

Visitation will be from noon to 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 22, at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home, Burlington, where the family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Cremation has been entrusted to the Prugh Crematory after visitation.

A memorial has been established for her grandchildren.

Carolyn Faye Dunn, 62, died Sunday, Oct. 17, 2021, at her residence.&nbsp;Born July 11, 1959, in Kentucky, she was the daughter of Clara and Bobby Dunn.Ms. Dunn graduated from Harlan High School in Chicago in 1978.Survivors include her mother, Clara Ellison; nine children, Earl Dunn, Jacqueline Dunn, Bobby Dunn, Michael Dunn, Dominique Dunn, Leroy Priest, Chiquita Priest, Nikkia Priest, and DeShawn Priest; five sisters, Arletha Jefferson, Myra Haile, Patricia Madison, Melissa Dunn, and Gloria Dunn; one brother, Bobby Dunn; 21 grandchildren; and her significant other, Keith Erwin.Visitation will be from noon to 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 22, at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home, Burlington, where the family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Cremation has been entrusted to the Prugh Crematory after visitation.A memorial has been established for her grandchildren.

Carolyn Dunn

Patrick Coursey, 63, formerly of Burlington, died Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021, at his home in Fort Madison.

Born March 17, 1958, in Burlington, he was the son of Richard and Betty Ann Burnette Coursey.

Mr. Coursey worked for SJ Smith for several years, and at the Iowa Fertilizer Plant before retirement.

Survivors include his father of Fort Madison; one son, Scott Coursey of Fort Madison; three brothers, Steve Coursey of Monmouth, Ill., and Jeff Coursey and Tim Coursey, both of Burlington; one sister, Jolinda Coursey of Fort Madison; and two grandsons.

No visitation or services are planned for Mr. Coursey. Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory.

Patrick Coursey, 63, formerly of Burlington, died Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021, at his home in Fort Madison.Born March 17, 1958, in Burlington, he was the son of Richard and Betty Ann Burnette Coursey.Mr. Coursey worked for SJ Smith for several years, and at the Iowa Fertilizer Plant before retirement.Survivors include his father of Fort Madison; one son, Scott Coursey of Fort Madison; three brothers, Steve Coursey of Monmouth, Ill., and Jeff Coursey and Tim Coursey, both of Burlington; one sister, Jolinda Coursey of Fort Madison; and two grandsons. No visitation or services are planned for Mr. Coursey. Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory.

Patrick Coursey

Gary Lee Henry, 78, of Carman, Ill, died Thursday, Oct 14, 2021.

Born Oct. 10, 1943, in Sciota, Ill., he was the son of Fredrick Lyle and Esther Gossage Henry. On Aug. 28, 1961, he married Connie Barnes in Kahoka, Mo.

He worked for Midwest Biscuit as a Master Baker and then for the Burlington Paper Company and Case until retirement. He then did mowing for Geode State Park and worked for Twomey’s during Harvest. He helped family and neighbors with mowing and snow-plowing. He was also the handyman and delivery man for Henry Tax &amp; Accounting.

Survivors include his wife; one daughter, Cindy Nelson of Biggsville, Ill.; two sons, Davey Henry and Robbie Henry both of Burlington; six grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.&nbsp;

Visitation will be from noon to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 21, at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home, Burlington, where family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m.

The memorial service for Mr. Henry will be at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 22, at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home with Brenda Distelhorst officiating. Burial will be in Carman Cemetery.&nbsp; A time of food and fellowship will be at Carman Community Center after burial.

Memorials have been established for Carman Community Center and Dallas City Riverview Sportsman Programs.

Gary Lee Henry, 78, of Carman, Ill, died Thursday, Oct 14, 2021.Born Oct. 10, 1943, in Sciota, Ill., he was the son of Fredrick Lyle and Esther Gossage Henry. On Aug. 28, 1961, he married Connie Barnes in Kahoka, Mo.Mr. Henry attended school in Sciota. He worked for Midwest Biscuit as a Master Baker and then for the Burlington Paper Company and Case until retirement. He then did mowing for Geode State Park and worked for Twomey’s during Harvest. He helped family and neighbors with mowing and snow-plowing. He was also the handyman and delivery man for Henry Tax &amp; Accounting.Survivors include his wife; one daughter, Cindy Nelson of Biggsville, Ill.; two sons, Davey Henry and Robbie Henry both of Burlington; six grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.&nbsp;Visitation will be from noon to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 21, at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home, Burlington, where family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m.The memorial service for Mr. Henry will be at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 22, at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home with Brenda Distelhorst officiating. Burial will be in Carman Cemetery.&nbsp; A time of food and fellowship will be at Carman Community Center after burial.Memorials have been established for Carman Community Center and Dallas City Riverview Sportsman Programs.

Gary Henry

Allison Marie Sturgill, died Sunday, Oct. 17, 2021, with her mother by her side. She fought stage IV metastatic breast cancer for 10 ½ years.

Born April 16, 1977, she was the daughter of Susan Sturgill and Fred Jaeger. New Orleans was her home for 20 years.&nbsp;

She graduated from Burlington High School in 1995 and attended the Art Institute of Denver, University of New Orleans, and Delgado Community College with a focus in Art.

She earned a welding certificate and made sculptures and jewelry. She was a makeup artist and posted makeup looks on Instagram. She was also a house music DJ.

She enjoyed art, painting, music, dancing, fashion, and makeup.&nbsp;

Survivors include her parents, both of Burlington; one sister, Erica Sturgill; and one nephew.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents.

The celebration of life for Ms. Sturgill will be at a later date. Cremation has been accorded. Lunning Chapel is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;

A memorial has been established for St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

The family would like to thank Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice for the care and compassion they showed Allison and the many friends that supported her throughout her battle with cancer.

Allison Marie Sturgill, died Sunday, Oct. 17, 2021, with her mother by her side. She fought stage IV metastatic breast cancer for 10 ½ years.Born April 16, 1977, she was the daughter of Susan Sturgill and Fred Jaeger. New Orleans was her home for 20 years.&nbsp;She graduated from Burlington High School in 1995 and attended the Art Institute of Denver, University of New Orleans, and Delgado Community College with a focus in Art.She earned a welding certificate and made sculptures and jewelry. She was a makeup artist and posted makeup looks on Instagram. She was also a house music DJ.She enjoyed art, painting, music, dancing, fashion, and makeup.&nbsp;Survivors include her parents, both of Burlington; one sister, Erica Sturgill; and one nephew.She was preceded in death by her grandparents.The celebration of life for Ms. Sturgill will be at a later date. Cremation has been accorded. Lunning Chapel is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;A memorial has been established for St. Jude Children’s Hospital.The family would like to thank Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice for the care and compassion they showed Allison and the many friends that supported her throughout her battle with cancer.

Allison Sturgill

Brad E. Carlson, 58, of Oakville died Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2021, at his home.

Born Nov. 30, 1962, in Burlington, he was the son of Roger F. and Shirley A. Anderson Carlson. He married Christina Lynn Judd on Aug. 29, 2020.

Brad was a 1980 graduate of Burlington High School and attended trade school. He worked for Exide Battery for several years until the plant closed. He then became a pipefitter for Local 125.

Brad was a former member of the Eagles Aerie #150 and the Knights of Columbus. He enjoyed boating, fishing, four-wheeling, his dog Maggie, and spending time with friends and family.

He is survived by his wife; two children, Edana Delagardelle of Polk City, Iowa and Caleb Carlson of Lomax, Ill.; three step-children, Taryn West of Stronghurst, Ill., and Darion Benz and Miranda Coleman, both of Burlington; seven grandchildren; three brothers, Dennis Carlson and Tom Carlson both of Burlington and Brian Carlson of Denmark.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one nephew, Chad Carlson.

A memorial visitation will be held from 4 until 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 17th at Lunning Chapel where the family will receive friends. Everyone is requested to wear their Chicago Cubs or Iowa Hawkeye attire.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established.

According to his wishes, cremation has been accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel.

Brad E. Carlson, 58, of Oakville died Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2021, at his home.Born Nov. 30, 1962, in Burlington, he was the son of Roger F. and Shirley A. Anderson Carlson. He married Christina Lynn Judd on Aug. 29, 2020.Brad was a 1980 graduate of Burlington High School and attended trade school. He worked for Exide Battery for several years until the plant closed. He then became a pipefitter for Local 125.He was of the Catholic faith.Brad was a former member of the Eagles Aerie #150 and the Knights of Columbus. He enjoyed boating, fishing, four-wheeling, his dog Maggie, and spending time with friends and family.He is survived by his wife; two children, Edana Delagardelle of Polk City, Iowa and Caleb Carlson of Lomax, Ill.; three step-children, Taryn West of Stronghurst, Ill., and Darion Benz and Miranda Coleman, both of Burlington; seven grandchildren; three brothers, Dennis Carlson and Tom Carlson both of Burlington and Brian Carlson of Denmark.He was preceded in death by his parents and one nephew, Chad Carlson.A memorial visitation will be held from 4 until 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 17th at Lunning Chapel where the family will receive friends. Everyone is requested to wear their Chicago Cubs or Iowa Hawkeye attire.In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established.According to his wishes, cremation has been accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel.

Brad Carlson

Rosalee&nbsp; Frisbee, 84, of Burlington died Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2021, at the Hospice House in West Burlington.

Rosalee was born on March 1, 1937, in Shelbina, Mo. She was the second daughter of Paul and Hazel Knapp Richards. Rosalee married Claude M. Frisbee on Dec. 25, 1955.

She graduated from Shelbina, Missouri High School, lettering for four years on the girls' basketball team.

She was employed at Kroger and Tillet's Cafe while in high school, and also ran a St. Louis Post Dispatch paper route. After she was married, she worked for A&amp;P, Sylvania, Target, and Northwest Fabric.

Rosalee enjoyed playing bridge, playing rummy with her grandchildren, camping, canoeing, biking, fishing for trout and bass, traveling, cruising on large ships, and visiting our national parks.

Survivors include her husband; one daughter, Cathy Frisbee of Burlington; two sons, Matthew Frisbee of Burlington and Beryl Frisbee of Houston, Tex.; brother, Buddy Richards of Shelbina, Mo.; seven grandchildren, and 10 great-grandchildren.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her parents, one son, Edward Frisbee; one sister, Carolyn Fontenot; one brother, Paul Richards; and one granddaughter.

Funeral arrangements are pending with Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home. No visitation or services are planned.

Cremation has been entrusted to the Prugh Crematory.

Rosalee&nbsp; Frisbee, 84, of Burlington died Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2021, at the Hospice House in West Burlington.Rosalee was born on March 1, 1937, in Shelbina, Mo. She was the second daughter of Paul and Hazel Knapp Richards. Rosalee married Claude M. Frisbee on Dec. 25, 1955.She graduated from Shelbina, Missouri High School, lettering for four years on the girls' basketball team.She was employed at Kroger and Tillet's Cafe while in high school, and also ran a St. Louis Post Dispatch paper route. After she was married, she worked for A&amp;P, Sylvania, Target, and Northwest Fabric.Rosalee enjoyed playing bridge, playing rummy with her grandchildren, camping, canoeing, biking, fishing for trout and bass, traveling, cruising on large ships, and visiting our national parks.Survivors include her husband; one daughter, Cathy Frisbee of Burlington; two sons, Matthew Frisbee of Burlington and Beryl Frisbee of Houston, Tex.; brother, Buddy Richards of Shelbina, Mo.; seven grandchildren, and 10 great-grandchildren.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents, one son, Edward Frisbee; one sister, Carolyn Fontenot; one brother, Paul Richards; and one granddaughter.Funeral arrangements are pending with Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home. No visitation or services are planned.Cremation has been entrusted to the Prugh Crematory.

Rosalee Frisbee

Joanne Carol Mauer, 83, of Burlington, died Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2021, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington.

Born July 13, 1938, in Omaha, Neb., she was the daughter of Joseph and Martha Wahl Bruner. On May 27, 1961, she married Bill Lee Mauer. He died on Dec. 7, 2000.

She graduated from South Omaha High School.

Joanne was the co-owner of Five Flags before her retirement.&nbsp;

She enjoyed reading, crosswords, music, gardening, going to the casino, and spending time with her family.

Survivors include her son, Brent Mauer of Mediapolis; daughter, Lisa Mauer of Burlington; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren and two on the way; and brother, Russ Bruner of Neb.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and sister, Lyla.&nbsp;

Visitation will be from 12 until 4 p.m. with the family to receive friends from 2 until 4 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 17 at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home.

A private family burial will be in Hawkeye Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for Transitions DMC, Inc. and Hawkeye Cemetery Fund.

Joanne Carol Mauer, 83, of Burlington, died Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2021, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington.Born July 13, 1938, in Omaha, Neb., she was the daughter of Joseph and Martha Wahl Bruner. On May 27, 1961, she married Bill Lee Mauer. He died on Dec. 7, 2000.She graduated from South Omaha High School.Joanne was the co-owner of Five Flags before her retirement.&nbsp;She enjoyed reading, crosswords, music, gardening, going to the casino, and spending time with her family.Survivors include her son, Brent Mauer of Mediapolis; daughter, Lisa Mauer of Burlington; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren and two on the way; and brother, Russ Bruner of Neb.She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and sister, Lyla.&nbsp;Visitation will be from 12 until 4 p.m. with the family to receive friends from 2 until 4 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 17 at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home.A private family burial will be in Hawkeye Cemetery.In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for Transitions DMC, Inc. and Hawkeye Cemetery Fund.

Joanne Mauer

Mr. Kermit Eugene Rice, 91, of Burlington, died Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2021, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House.

Born July 2, 1930, in Kingston, he was the son of John Louis, Sr., and Vera May Vicksell Rice. He married Judy Ann Kerr on July 1, 1968.

Kermit worked as a supervisor over the printing department for National Research Bureau in Burlington. He then worked as a printer and in maintenance at Alaniz &amp; Sons in Mt. Pleasant. After retiring at the age of 67, he went back to work as a mobile home installer, later the head of maintenance for J.C. Penney, and after the closing of that store, at Fareway Grocery, retiring at age 90.

He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church. His hobbies included mushrooming, visiting the timber, feeding birds and wildlife, and growing strawberries. Most of all, he loved his family.

Survivors include his wife; four children, Diana Altimus of Mediapolis, Duane Rice of Elk River, Minn., Robin Nevling of Monmouth, Ill., and Lisa Patrick of Wapello; 11 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his parents; two sons, Kermit David Rice and Mark Rice; one grandson, Andrew; three sisters, Catherine, Evelyn, and Annabelle; and one brother, John Jr.

The funeral service for Mr. Rice will be 11:00 a.m., Monday, Oct. 18th at Lunning Chapel. Pastors Ryan Cosgrove and Dean Graber will officiate. Visitation will be 9:30 a.m. until the time of service, where the family will receive friends.

According to his wishes, cremation will be entrusted to Lunning Chapel following the services.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House.

Mr. Kermit Eugene Rice, 91, of Burlington, died Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2021, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House.Born July 2, 1930, in Kingston, he was the son of John Louis, Sr., and Vera May Vicksell Rice. He married Judy Ann Kerr on July 1, 1968.Kermit worked as a supervisor over the printing department for National Research Bureau in Burlington. He then worked as a printer and in maintenance at Alaniz &amp; Sons in Mt. Pleasant. After retiring at the age of 67, he went back to work as a mobile home installer, later the head of maintenance for J.C. Penney, and after the closing of that store, at Fareway Grocery, retiring at age 90.He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church. His hobbies included mushrooming, visiting the timber, feeding birds and wildlife, and growing strawberries. Most of all, he loved his family.Survivors include his wife; four children, Diana Altimus of Mediapolis, Duane Rice of Elk River, Minn., Robin Nevling of Monmouth, Ill., and Lisa Patrick of Wapello; 11 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents; two sons, Kermit David Rice and Mark Rice; one grandson, Andrew; three sisters, Catherine, Evelyn, and Annabelle; and one brother, John Jr.The funeral service for Mr. Rice will be 11:00 a.m., Monday, Oct. 18th at Lunning Chapel. Pastors Ryan Cosgrove and Dean Graber will officiate. Visitation will be 9:30 a.m. until the time of service, where the family will receive friends.According to his wishes, cremation will be entrusted to Lunning Chapel following the services.In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House.

Kermit Rice

Elmer C. Springsteen, 90, of Burlington, died Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2021, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West Burlington.

Born June 7, 1931, in Burlington, he was the son of Elmer L. and Doris R. Reeb Springsteen. On July 15, 1950, he married Dorothy Marie Riemann in Des Moines County. She died March 2, 2014.

He graduated from Huron High School in 1950.&nbsp; He later graduated from the Tool and Die program.&nbsp;

Elmer worked as a tool and die maker at both Sylvania and Iowa Industries. After working 26 years at Iowa Industries, he retired and went to work as a part-time security guard at Westland Mall.&nbsp;

Elmer enjoyed yard work, building model ships, and spending time with his family (including a variety of dogs and birds throughout the years). He took pride in being a good husband, father, grandpa, and great-grandpa.&nbsp;

Survivors include one son, Thomas Springsteen of Gilbert, Ariz.; two daughters, Kathy Thompson of Cedar Falls and Diane Ruther of West Burlington; and six great-grandchildren.

Besides his wife, he was preceded in death by his parents.

Visitation will be on Thursday, Oct. 14 from noon until 7 p.m. with the family to receive friends from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home.

The funeral service for Mr. Springsteen will be at 11 a.m.&nbsp; Friday, October 15 at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home with Pastor Amanda Sorenson officiating. Cremation will be entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory following the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for the Des Moines County Humane Society and Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House.

Elmer C. Springsteen, 90, of Burlington, died Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2021, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West Burlington.Born June 7, 1931, in Burlington, he was the son of Elmer L. and Doris R. Reeb Springsteen. On July 15, 1950, he married Dorothy Marie Riemann in Des Moines County. She died March 2, 2014.He graduated from Huron High School in 1950.&nbsp; He later graduated from the Tool and Die program.&nbsp;Elmer worked as a tool and die maker at both Sylvania and Iowa Industries. After working 26 years at Iowa Industries, he retired and went to work as a part-time security guard at Westland Mall.&nbsp;He was of the Methodist faith.&nbsp;Elmer enjoyed yard work, building model ships, and spending time with his family (including a variety of dogs and birds throughout the years). He took pride in being a good husband, father, grandpa, and great-grandpa.&nbsp;Survivors include one son, Thomas Springsteen of Gilbert, Ariz.; two daughters, Kathy Thompson of Cedar Falls and Diane Ruther of West Burlington; and six great-grandchildren.Besides his wife, he was preceded in death by his parents.Visitation will be on Thursday, Oct. 14 from noon until 7 p.m. with the family to receive friends from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home.The funeral service for Mr. Springsteen will be at 11 a.m.&nbsp; Friday, October 15 at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home with Pastor Amanda Sorenson officiating. Cremation will be entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory following the service.In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for the Des Moines County Humane Society and Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House.

Elmer Springsteen

Myron Vernon “Sonny” Schulz, 91, of Burlington, died Oct. 11, 2021. He was born Feb. 10, 1930, to Myron and Opal Hillyard Schulz. He married Dorothy Wagenbach on July 14, 1950. He was baptized on Nov. 22, 1964, and was a faithful member of the Oakville and Burlington Apostolic Christian Churches.

He was preceded in death by his wife; parents; brother, Donny; sister, Thelma Siegle, daughter-in-law, Karen Lanz Schulz; and three great-grandchildren.

He is survived by one sister, Velma Scheitlin; five children, Gary Schulz, Roger Schulz, Janette Schulz, and Lorna Knapp, all of Burlington, and Peggy Jevremov of Escondido, Calif.; 30 grandchildren and 58 great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be at Lunning Chapel on Friday, Oct. 15 from 5-8 p.m. and at the Burlington Apostolic Christian Church before the funeral from 9-9:45 am on Saturday, Oct. 16. The funeral is at 10:00 a.m. All are welcome to attend.

Myron Vernon “Sonny” Schulz, 91, of Burlington, died Oct. 11, 2021. He was born Feb. 10, 1930, to Myron and Opal Hillyard Schulz. He married Dorothy Wagenbach on July 14, 1950. He was baptized on Nov. 22, 1964, and was a faithful member of the Oakville and Burlington Apostolic Christian Churches.He was preceded in death by his wife; parents; brother, Donny; sister, Thelma Siegle, daughter-in-law, Karen Lanz Schulz; and three great-grandchildren.He is survived by one sister, Velma Scheitlin; five children, Gary Schulz, Roger Schulz, Janette Schulz, and Lorna Knapp, all of Burlington, and Peggy Jevremov of Escondido, Calif.; 30 grandchildren and 58 great-grandchildren.Visitation will be at Lunning Chapel on Friday, Oct. 15 from 5-8 p.m. and at the Burlington Apostolic Christian Church before the funeral from 9-9:45 am on Saturday, Oct. 16. The funeral is at 10:00 a.m. All are welcome to attend.

Myron "Sonny" Schulz

Lyman Gene Baker, 73, of Doniphan, Mo., died Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021, at Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington.

Born Oct. 7, 1948, in Edina, Mo., he was the son of Lorraine and Naomi Luke Baker. He married Nola “June” Payne on June 9, 1979, in Doniphan. She died Feb. 25, 2021.

Lyman worked in inventory control for General Electric for 31 years. He enjoyed riding motorcycles, fishing, hunting and working in his yard.

Survivors include one daughter, Monika Deatsch of Lakeville, Minn.; one son, Mark (Jackie) Baker of Burlington; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; two brothers, Harold (Shirley) Baker of Fort Madison and Richard (Jeanie) Baker of Augusta, Iowa; and two sisters, Janet (Mike) Levins of West Burlington and Janice Alber Baker of Lomax.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; step-son, Martin Payne; sister, Elizabeth Hirte; and two brothers, Larry Baker and Robert Baker.

The funeral service for Mr. Baker will be 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 12th at Lunning Chapel. Visitation with family present will be from 5 p.m. until the time of services on Tuesday. Interment will be held at a later date in Hunt-White Memorial Garden in Doniphan, Mo.&nbsp;

A memorial has been established for the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House.

Lyman Gene Baker, 73, of Doniphan, Mo., died Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021, at Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington.Born Oct. 7, 1948, in Edina, Mo., he was the son of Lorraine and Naomi Luke Baker. He married Nola “June” Payne on June 9, 1979, in Doniphan. She died Feb. 25, 2021.Lyman worked in inventory control for General Electric for 31 years. He enjoyed riding motorcycles, fishing, hunting and working in his yard.He was of the Baptist faith.Survivors include one daughter, Monika Deatsch of Lakeville, Minn.; one son, Mark (Jackie) Baker of Burlington; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; two brothers, Harold (Shirley) Baker of Fort Madison and Richard (Jeanie) Baker of Augusta, Iowa; and two sisters, Janet (Mike) Levins of West Burlington and Janice Alber Baker of Lomax.He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; step-son, Martin Payne; sister, Elizabeth Hirte; and two brothers, Larry Baker and Robert Baker.The funeral service for Mr. Baker will be 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 12th at Lunning Chapel. Visitation with family present will be from 5 p.m. until the time of services on Tuesday. Interment will be held at a later date in Hunt-White Memorial Garden in Doniphan, Mo.&nbsp;A memorial has been established for the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House.

Lyman Baker

Harmon “Doc” Henry Dochterman, 90, of Burlington, died Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021 at his residence.

Born March 9, 1931, in Kahoka, Mo., he was the son of Edgar A. and Edith M. Dochterman. The family moved to Carthage when he was young, and he graduated from Carthage High School in 1949.

He married J. Coleen Mosley on Nov. 5, 1950 in Carthage. She passed away Jan. 8, 2019. They were married 68 years.

Harmon served in the National Guard in Illinois. His unit was activated and assumed into the US Army where he served in the Korean War with the rank of Sergeant. He was the Fire Direction Chief of the Howitzer cannons.

Upon returning from Korea, he worked for Alexander Lumber in Carthage. The family moved to Burlington, then West Burlington in 1962. He worked at, and later managed many lumber yards, including The Big E in West Burlington, Fullerton Lumber, Central Lumber, Hartrick Lumber, and Standard of Beaverdale. For 15 years, he worked at Montgomery Wards in Burlington as manager of the TV and stereo department.

He was a member of the West Burlington Christian Church for most of his adult life. He served on the West Burlington School Board as well as on the Board of Adjustments for the City of West Burlington.

Survivors include three children, Sheila Kaye Crowner of West Burlington, Wm. R. Randy (Tracy) Dochterman of Burlington, and James Alan (Pam) Dochterman of West Burlington; eight grandchildren; and nineteen great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; grandson, Ben Dochterman; and sister, Norma Dochterman.

The funeral service for Doc will be 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 15th at Lunning Chapel. The Rev. Steve Parker will officiate. Interment will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery. The Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard will conduct military rites. The family will receive friends for one hour prior to the service on Friday.

Harmon “Doc” Henry Dochterman, 90, of Burlington, died Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021 at his residence.Born March 9, 1931, in Kahoka, Mo., he was the son of Edgar A. and Edith M. Dochterman. The family moved to Carthage when he was young, and he graduated from Carthage High School in 1949.He married J. Coleen Mosley on Nov. 5, 1950 in Carthage. She passed away Jan. 8, 2019. They were married 68 years.Harmon served in the National Guard in Illinois. His unit was activated and assumed into the US Army where he served in the Korean War with the rank of Sergeant. He was the Fire Direction Chief of the Howitzer cannons.Upon returning from Korea, he worked for Alexander Lumber in Carthage. The family moved to Burlington, then West Burlington in 1962. He worked at, and later managed many lumber yards, including The Big E in West Burlington, Fullerton Lumber, Central Lumber, Hartrick Lumber, and Standard of Beaverdale. For 15 years, he worked at Montgomery Wards in Burlington as manager of the TV and stereo department.He was a member of the West Burlington Christian Church for most of his adult life. He served on the West Burlington School Board as well as on the Board of Adjustments for the City of West Burlington.Survivors include three children, Sheila Kaye Crowner of West Burlington, Wm. R. Randy (Tracy) Dochterman of Burlington, and James Alan (Pam) Dochterman of West Burlington; eight grandchildren; and nineteen great-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; grandson, Ben Dochterman; and sister, Norma Dochterman.The funeral service for Doc will be 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 15th at Lunning Chapel. The Rev. Steve Parker will officiate. Interment will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery. The Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard will conduct military rites. The family will receive friends for one hour prior to the service on Friday.A memorial has been established for the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House.

Harmon “Doc” Dochterman

Harold Williams, 92, of Gladstone, Illinois, died Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021, at his residence.

Born June 26, 1929, he was the son of Ted and Edith Helmeth Williams. He married Evelyn Young on Oct. 7, 1950, in Oakville. She died Dec. 5, 2012.

Harold worked for Ameren/CITS for 50 years until his retirement. He was a long-time volunteer for the Henderson County Health Department.

He was a member of the Gladstone United Methodist Church.

Survivors include his two children, Linda Scott of Danville and Edward Williams of Gladstone; three grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and one brother, Richard Beames, of Burlington.

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

Per his wishes, a private graveside committal will be held in Aspen Grove Cemetery.

Harold Williams, 92, of Gladstone, Illinois, died Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021, at his residence.Born June 26, 1929, he was the son of Ted and Edith Helmeth Williams. He married Evelyn Young on Oct. 7, 1950, in Oakville. She died Dec. 5, 2012.Harold worked for Ameren/CITS for 50 years until his retirement. He was a long-time volunteer for the Henderson County Health Department.He was a member of the Gladstone United Methodist Church.Survivors include his two children, Linda Scott of Danville and Edward Williams of Gladstone; three grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and one brother, Richard Beames, of Burlington.He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, and two brothers.Per his wishes, a private graveside committal will be held in Aspen Grove Cemetery.

Harold Williams

Robert L. Anderson, 81, of Bettendorf, died on Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2021, at UnityPoint Health-Trinity, Bettendorf.&nbsp;

Robert was born on March 6, 1940, in Burlington, a son of James Anderson and Geraldine Gehle Anderson. He married Kathleen Daily on July 31, 1960.

Bob had worked for General Electric Co. in Burlington for 30 years. Bob was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, Davenport. Mr. Anderson had served in both the Iowa National Guard and the U.S. Army Reserve. Bob enjoyed photography and working with computers and electronics. He was an avid reader.

Survivors include his wife; one brother, Kent (Barbara) Anderson of Roseburg, Ore.; two daughters, Patricia (Jeff) Hasselmann of Ankeny and Cindy (Paul) Dobroski of Port Byron, Ill.; and four grandchildren.&nbsp;

Services for Mr. Anderson will be 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 11 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Davenport. Visitation will be Sunday, Oct. 10 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Wheelan-Pressly Funeral Home and Crematory, Rock Island. 

Memorials may be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church, Davenport, or to the University of Iowa Holden Cancer Center.

Robert L. Anderson, 81, of Bettendorf, died on Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2021, at UnityPoint Health-Trinity, Bettendorf.&nbsp;Robert was born on March 6, 1940, in Burlington, a son of James Anderson and Geraldine Gehle Anderson. He married Kathleen Daily on July 31, 1960.Bob had worked for General Electric Co. in Burlington for 30 years. Bob was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, Davenport. Mr. Anderson had served in both the Iowa National Guard and the U.S. Army Reserve. Bob enjoyed photography and working with computers and electronics. He was an avid reader.Survivors include his wife; one brother, Kent (Barbara) Anderson of Roseburg, Ore.; two daughters, Patricia (Jeff) Hasselmann of Ankeny and Cindy (Paul) Dobroski of Port Byron, Ill.; and four grandchildren.&nbsp;Services for Mr. Anderson will be 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 11 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Davenport. Visitation will be Sunday, Oct. 10 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Wheelan-Pressly Funeral Home and Crematory, Rock Island. Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery. Memorials may be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church, Davenport, or to the University of Iowa Holden Cancer Center.

Robert Anderson

Frederick “Fred” Carter, 83, of Burlington, died Friday, Oct. 8, 2021, at Bickford of Burlington.

Born April 6, 1938, in Burlington, he was the son of Harold and Marie Jacobs Carter. He married Carolyn Simmons June 15, 1957. She died May 23, 2017.

Fred served in the United States Air Force. He worked at G.E. in maintenance, retiring after 30 years.

He was very active in Sperry Methodist Church and was a member of the Masonic Lodge. He enjoyed photography, bow hunting, woodworking, listening to southern gospel music, and spending time with his grandchildren.

Survivors include two daughters, Susan (Jody) Shoemaker of West Burlington and Ester (Terry) Bloomer of Hudson, Wis.; one son, John (Jan) Carter of West Burlington; five grandchildren, and one great-grandson.

He was preceded in death by his wife and his brother, Carl Carter.

The funeral service for Mr. Carter will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 14 at Lunning Chapel. Military rites will be accorded by the Des Moines County Honor Guard. Pastor Bruce Smith will officiate. Interment will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery.&nbsp;

The family will receive friends on Wednesday, Oct. 13 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Lunning Chapel. Masonic Rites will follow at 7 p.m.

Memorials have been established for the Mediapolis Youth Groups and Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice.

Frederick “Fred” Carter, 83, of Burlington, died Friday, Oct. 8, 2021, at Bickford of Burlington.Born April 6, 1938, in Burlington, he was the son of Harold and Marie Jacobs Carter. He married Carolyn Simmons June 15, 1957. She died May 23, 2017.Fred served in the United States Air Force. He worked at G.E. in maintenance, retiring after 30 years.He was very active in Sperry Methodist Church and was a member of the Masonic Lodge. He enjoyed photography, bow hunting, woodworking, listening to southern gospel music, and spending time with his grandchildren.Survivors include two daughters, Susan (Jody) Shoemaker of West Burlington and Ester (Terry) Bloomer of Hudson, Wis.; one son, John (Jan) Carter of West Burlington; five grandchildren, and one great-grandson.He was preceded in death by his wife and his brother, Carl Carter.The funeral service for Mr. Carter will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 14 at Lunning Chapel. Military rites will be accorded by the Des Moines County Honor Guard. Pastor Bruce Smith will officiate. Interment will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery.&nbsp;The family will receive friends on Wednesday, Oct. 13 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Lunning Chapel. Masonic Rites will follow at 7 p.m.Memorials have been established for the Mediapolis Youth Groups and Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice.

Frederick “Fred” Carter

William “Bill” Forrester, 79, of Oquawka, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 28, 2021, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West Burlington.

Bill was born June 6, 1942, in Dekalb, Ill. He was the son of Allen Ray and Evelyn Kelley Forrester. On Sept. 11, 1965, Bill married Gwendolyn “Gwen” Casey.

Bill started in the workforce as a garbage collector. After being injured on the job, he later became a long-distance truck driver until his retirement.

Bill enjoyed working in the garage, working in the yard, watching westerns, and going to yard sales with his grandkids.

Survivors include his three daughters, Nicol "Nikki" (Tony) Rettig of Burlington, Sonia "Cissy" Forrester Hainds of Oquawka, and Billie Jean (Carmella Farrell) Forrester of Chicago; six grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren; and one brother, Tim Forrester of New Albany, Ind.

He was preceded in death by both of his parents; his wife; three brothers, David Forrester, Terry Forrester, and Dennis Forrester; and two sisters, Shirley Forrester Lawson and Mary Forrester Murphy.

Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory.

Visitation will be on Saturday, Oct. 16 from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m with the family to receive friends at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home.&nbsp;

The memorial service for Mr. Forrester will be 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 16 at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home. A time of food and fellowship will be held at the Masonic Lodge following the service. The Masonic Lodge is an alcohol-free venue.&nbsp;

William “Bill” Forrester, 79, of Oquawka, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 28, 2021, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West Burlington.Bill was born June 6, 1942, in Dekalb, Ill. He was the son of Allen Ray and Evelyn Kelley Forrester. On Sept. 11, 1965, Bill married Gwendolyn “Gwen” Casey.Bill started in the workforce as a garbage collector. After being injured on the job, he later became a long-distance truck driver until his retirement.Bill enjoyed working in the garage, working in the yard, watching westerns, and going to yard sales with his grandkids.Survivors include his three daughters, Nicol "Nikki" (Tony) Rettig of Burlington, Sonia "Cissy" Forrester Hainds of Oquawka, and Billie Jean (Carmella Farrell) Forrester of Chicago; six grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren; and one brother, Tim Forrester of New Albany, Ind.He was preceded in death by both of his parents; his wife; three brothers, David Forrester, Terry Forrester, and Dennis Forrester; and two sisters, Shirley Forrester Lawson and Mary Forrester Murphy.Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory.Visitation will be on Saturday, Oct. 16 from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m with the family to receive friends at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home.&nbsp;The memorial service for Mr. Forrester will be 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 16 at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home. A time of food and fellowship will be held at the Masonic Lodge following the service. The Masonic Lodge is an alcohol-free venue.&nbsp;

William “Bill” Forrester

An inurnment celebration for Rebecca Sierra will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 15, 2021, in the Oakland Cemetery in Fort Madison. All friends and family are invited to attend and share a story.

Rebecca passed away peacefully on February 4, 2021, at her home in West Point.

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 </figure>An inurnment celebration for Rebecca Sierra will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 15, 2021, in the Oakland Cemetery in Fort Madison. All friends and family are invited to attend and share a story.Rebecca passed away peacefully on February 4, 2021, at her home in West Point.

Rebecca Sierra (Inurnment Celebration)

Michael S. “Mike” Jarvis, 80, of Burlington and formerly of Mt. Pleasant and New London, died Thursday, Oct. 7, 2021, at Good Samaritan Hospice, Ottumwa, following complications related to open-heart surgery.

Michael was born Feb. 5, 1941, in Iowa City, the son of Everett R. and Alice Shannon Jarvis. He was raised in Mt. Pleasant graduating from Mt. Pleasant High School with the class of 1959. He received a bachelor’s degree from Drake University. During his college career, he attended two semesters on an around-the-world cruise aboard the University of the Seven Seas.

Michael enlisted in the US Army Intelligence Corp., serving a tour of duty in Vietnam. Following his discharge, he was employed as a cost control analyst and engineer at the IAAP. He later worked as an engineer at Exide until his retirement.

On Oct. 10, 1970, he was united in marriage to Rosalie Miller. They divorced in 1995. He later married Lisa Gerdes; they separated in 2008.

Michael enjoyed his many pets (cats, dogs, and horses), collecting art and antiques, world travel, and cheering on the St. Louis Cardinals and the Iowa Hawkeyes.

Michael is survived by two sons, Samuel P. Jarvis (Fiancée Aubrey) of Ottumwa and Jonathan E. Jarvis of Oskaloosa; one sister, Sharon Tozer of Mt. Pleasant; and one brother, Roger Maynard of Fort Collins, Colo.

Cremation has been accorded per his wishes. Lunning Funeral Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements. Services will be 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 15th at Lunning Chapel. Rev. Shane McCampbell will officiate. Inurnment with military rites by the Henry County Honor Guard will be in Forest Home Cemetery, Mt. Pleasant.

The family requests no flowers or plants. Donations may be made in his memory to the Des Moines County Humane Society.

Michael S. “Mike” Jarvis, 80, of Burlington and formerly of Mt. Pleasant and New London, died Thursday, Oct. 7, 2021, at Good Samaritan Hospice, Ottumwa, following complications related to open-heart surgery.Michael was born Feb. 5, 1941, in Iowa City, the son of Everett R. and Alice Shannon Jarvis. He was raised in Mt. Pleasant graduating from Mt. Pleasant High School with the class of 1959. He received a bachelor’s degree from Drake University. During his college career, he attended two semesters on an around-the-world cruise aboard the University of the Seven Seas.Michael enlisted in the US Army Intelligence Corp., serving a tour of duty in Vietnam. Following his discharge, he was employed as a cost control analyst and engineer at the IAAP. He later worked as an engineer at Exide until his retirement.On Oct. 10, 1970, he was united in marriage to Rosalie Miller. They divorced in 1995. He later married Lisa Gerdes; they separated in 2008.Michael enjoyed his many pets (cats, dogs, and horses), collecting art and antiques, world travel, and cheering on the St. Louis Cardinals and the Iowa Hawkeyes.Michael is survived by two sons, Samuel P. Jarvis (Fiancée Aubrey) of Ottumwa and Jonathan E. Jarvis of Oskaloosa; one sister, Sharon Tozer of Mt. Pleasant; and one brother, Roger Maynard of Fort Collins, Colo.Cremation has been accorded per his wishes. Lunning Funeral Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements. Services will be 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 15th at Lunning Chapel. Rev. Shane McCampbell will officiate. Inurnment with military rites by the Henry County Honor Guard will be in Forest Home Cemetery, Mt. Pleasant.The family requests no flowers or plants. Donations may be made in his memory to the Des Moines County Humane Society.

Michael "Mike" Jarvis

Mary J. Farren, 91, of Burlington, died Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2021, at Klein Center.

Born April 17, 1930, in Burlington, she was the daughter of John and Ruth Stack Hynes. She married James M. Farren on June 29, 1957, in St. Patrick Catholic Church. He died Aug. 19, 2008.

She was a graduate of St. Paul High School and attended the Burlington Business School.

Mary J. Farren, 91, of Burlington, died Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2021, at Klein Center.Born April 17, 1930, in Burlington, she was the daughter of John and Ruth Stack Hynes. She married James M. Farren on June 29, 1957, in St. Patrick Catholic Church. He died Aug. 19, 2008.She was a graduate of St. Paul High School and attended the Burlington Business School.Mary was the private secretary to the editor of The Hawk Eye newspaper for nine years.&nbsp;She was a member of Divine Mercy Parish and a former lifelong member of the Legion of Mary. She volunteered with the reading program at North Hill School, enjoyed playing bridge, and was a die-hard Cubs fan.Survivors include her two children, Tracy (Anthony Porter) Walding of Burlington and Terry (Dusty) Farren of Danville; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and three nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; one sister, Ruthann Westerbeck; and one nephew, Mike Westerbeck.The Mass of Christian Burial for Mrs. Farren will be 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 8 at St. Paul Catholic Church. The Rev. Father James Flattery will be the celebrant and the Rev. Father Mike Phillips will concelebrate. Interment will be held in Sacred Heart Cemetery.The Rosary will be recited at 5 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 7 at Lunning Chapel. Visitation with family will follow the Rosary until 7 p.m.Memorials have been established for Birthright of Burlington and Southeast Iowa Hospice.

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