Georgia Ann Mathews, 83, of Danville, died Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House, West Burlington.&nbsp; She was born September 14, 1940, in Mt. Pleasant to Daniel Joseph, Sr and Mary “Mary Jo”&nbsp; Schroeder Cash. On December 27, 1958 she married Dwayne C. Mathews at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church in Mt. Pleasant; he died November 11, 2023.

She was a 1958 graduate of Mt. Pleasant High School.&nbsp; She grew up attending St. Alphonsus Catholic Church and later served on the Parish Council for Saints Mary and Patrick Catholic Church in West Burlington.&nbsp;

Georgia was a rural mail carrier for New London and Danville for many years.&nbsp; She was a member of the Danville Athletic Boosters and filled several roles for Danville Schools including working in the kitchen, eighteen years driving a school bus along with the pep bus and team bus, announcing softball games, and keeping score books for baseball and softball games.&nbsp; She enjoyed attending her children’s and grandchildren’s sporting events.&nbsp;

She assisted alongside her husband as owners of Mathews Angus Farm and was a member of the Des Moines County Cattle Women’s Association and American Angus Auxiliary.&nbsp; Her favorite pastimes included ceramics, macrame, jewelry making, and shopping every Saturday. She and Dwayne enjoyed taking country dance lessons and riding motorcycles with friends.

Survivors include her children, Debbie Mathews of Danville, Steve (Sandra) Mathews of Charles Town, West Virginia, and Monica Myers of Burlington; eight grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Daniel J. (Marge) Cash, Jr of Bernalillo, New Mexico and Bill (Judy) Cash of Mt. Pleasant; brother-in-law Dave Carrick of Mt. Pleasant; and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, sister Margaret Carrick, brother John Cash and son-in-law Jim Myers.

A funeral mass for Mrs. Mathews will be held at 11 a.m., June 24, 2024, at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, Mt. Pleasant, with Father Jacob Greiner officiating. Inurnment of her cremains will follow at Jaggar Cemetery, rural Danville. The family will greet friends at the church beginning at 10:00 until the time of the service. A memorial has been established for Danville Athletic Booster Club.&nbsp; Elliott Chapel, New London is assisting the family and online condolences may be left at <a href="http://www.elliottfuneralchapel.com/">www.elliottfuneralchapel.com</a>.

Georgia Ann Mathews, 83, of Danville, died Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House, West Burlington.&nbsp; She was born September 14, 1940, in Mt. Pleasant to Daniel Joseph, Sr and Mary “Mary Jo”&nbsp; Schroeder Cash. On December 27, 1958 she married Dwayne C. Mathews at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church in Mt. Pleasant; he died November 11, 2023.She was a 1958 graduate of Mt. Pleasant High School.&nbsp; She grew up attending St. Alphonsus Catholic Church and later served on the Parish Council for Saints Mary and Patrick Catholic Church in West Burlington.&nbsp;Georgia was a rural mail carrier for New London and Danville for many years.&nbsp; She was a member of the Danville Athletic Boosters and filled several roles for Danville Schools including working in the kitchen, eighteen years driving a school bus along with the pep bus and team bus, announcing softball games, and keeping score books for baseball and softball games.&nbsp; She enjoyed attending her children’s and grandchildren’s sporting events.&nbsp;She assisted alongside her husband as owners of Mathews Angus Farm and was a member of the Des Moines County Cattle Women’s Association and American Angus Auxiliary.&nbsp; Her favorite pastimes included ceramics, macrame, jewelry making, and shopping every Saturday. She and Dwayne enjoyed taking country dance lessons and riding motorcycles with friends.Survivors include her children, Debbie Mathews of Danville, Steve (Sandra) Mathews of Charles Town, West Virginia, and Monica Myers of Burlington; eight grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Daniel J. (Marge) Cash, Jr of Bernalillo, New Mexico and Bill (Judy) Cash of Mt. Pleasant; brother-in-law Dave Carrick of Mt. Pleasant; and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, sister Margaret Carrick, brother John Cash and son-in-law Jim Myers.A funeral mass for Mrs. Mathews will be held at 11 a.m., June 24, 2024, at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, Mt. Pleasant, with Father Jacob Greiner officiating. Inurnment of her cremains will follow at Jaggar Cemetery, rural Danville. The family will greet friends at the church beginning at 10:00 until the time of the service. A memorial has been established for Danville Athletic Booster Club.&nbsp; Elliott Chapel, New London is assisting the family and online condolences may be left at <a href="http://www.elliottfuneralchapel.com/">www.elliottfuneralchapel.com</a>.

Georgia Ann Mathews 

Stryder Allen Thomas, 33, of Burlington, died Saturday, May 25, 2024, in West Burlington, Iowa. Born May 25, 1991, in Burlington, Stryder was the son of Larry and Veronnica Rice Thomas. On Oct. 23, 2010, he married Adrianna Reynolds. Stryder worked for Winegard Company for 11 years. His recent occupation was at Hearth and Home Technologies in Mount Pleasant. Stryder was a hard worker who believed in completing the tasks that were laid out before him.&nbsp; He liked hunting, motorcycles, and enjoyed all things Batman (including, tattoos, novelty license plates, and paraphernalia of all sorts).&nbsp; Moreover, Stryder loved his family.&nbsp; His wife and children meant the world to him.&nbsp; His passing leaves an emptiness, but his memory will be carried by all who love him. Stryder's family includes his wife of 13 years, Adrianna Thomas; children, Lydia Thomas, Zayne Thomas, Tobias Thomas, and Korbin Thomas; his father, Larry Thomas; his mother, Veronnica (Charles) Gonzalez; six siblings, Kelly Rice, Brian Jones, Darion (Alisa) Thomas, Gabriel Thomas, Xavier Thomas, and Max Gonzalez; and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. A cremation has been arranged in accordance with the family's wishes.&nbsp; A memorial service will be scheduled for a later date.&nbsp; Service details will be published when they become available. Memorial contributions in Stryder's memory are suggested to&nbsp;https://everloved.com/life-of/stryder-thomas/

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 </figure>Stryder Allen Thomas, 33, of Burlington, died Saturday, May 25, 2024, in West Burlington, Iowa. Born May 25, 1991, in Burlington, Stryder was the son of Larry and Veronnica Rice Thomas. On Oct. 23, 2010, he married Adrianna Reynolds. Stryder worked for Winegard Company for 11 years. His recent occupation was at Hearth and Home Technologies in Mount Pleasant. Stryder was a hard worker who believed in completing the tasks that were laid out before him.&nbsp; He liked hunting, motorcycles, and enjoyed all things Batman (including, tattoos, novelty license plates, and paraphernalia of all sorts).&nbsp; Moreover, Stryder loved his family.&nbsp; His wife and children meant the world to him.&nbsp; His passing leaves an emptiness, but his memory will be carried by all who love him. Stryder's family includes his wife of 13 years, Adrianna Thomas; children, Lydia Thomas, Zayne Thomas, Tobias Thomas, and Korbin Thomas; his father, Larry Thomas; his mother, Veronnica (Charles) Gonzalez; six siblings, Kelly Rice, Brian Jones, Darion (Alisa) Thomas, Gabriel Thomas, Xavier Thomas, and Max Gonzalez; and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. A cremation has been arranged in accordance with the family's wishes.&nbsp; A memorial service will be scheduled for a later date.&nbsp; Service details will be published when they become available. Memorial contributions in Stryder's memory are suggested to&nbsp;https://everloved.com/life-of/stryder-thomas/

Stryder Allen Thomas

Elizabeth May "Betsy" Hysell (née Grenawalt) of Burlington, died April 25, 2024, at the age of 82. Betsy was born on Nov. 6, 1941, in Beaver Dam, Wisc.

The Grenawalt family moved to various locations in Wisconsin, Illinois, and Ohio before settling in Iowa, where Betsy spent the next 68 years, starting with high school in Washington, Iowa.

Betsy attended the University of Iowa, where she met John Garwood. They married on May 8, 1962, and soon after, John joined the Army. They moved to New Jersey and started their family-Steve was born in 1963, and Mike was born in 1967. Betsy continued her college education part-time for several years and then returned to the University of Iowa to finalize her teaching degree.

She and the boys moved to Burlington, in 1969, where Betsy started a teaching career that lasted 35 years. In 1986, Betsy married Jerry Hysell, a former Washington High School classmate. They both enjoyed gardening, landscaping, and birdwatching. Betsy enjoyed her life and friends in Burlington. Betsy and family attended Messiah Lutheran Church on a regular basis. She was an enthusiastic gardener and quilter. 

She frequently worked with the State and local Teachers Association and the Democratic Party. Her teaching efforts were recognized by receiving various teachers' awards. 

Over the past few years, her health declined, but she stayed in good spirits, assisted byher family of cats.

Betsy is survived by her husband, Jerry Hysell; sons: Stephen Garwood and his wife, Nancy, and Michael Garwood; grandchildren: Samuel Garwood, Sara Garwood, and Susan Garwood, along with twin brother Bill Grenawalt and sister Katie Wilken.

To honor Betsy’s life, a memorial will be held on June 16, 2024, at Prugh Funeral Home, 3940 Division Street, Burlington, IA 52601 at 2 p.m.

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 </figure>Elizabeth May "Betsy" Hysell (née Grenawalt) of Burlington, died April 25, 2024, at the age of 82. Betsy was born on Nov. 6, 1941, in Beaver Dam, Wisc.The Grenawalt family moved to various locations in Wisconsin, Illinois, and Ohio before settling in Iowa, where Betsy spent the next 68 years, starting with high school in Washington, Iowa.Betsy attended the University of Iowa, where she met John Garwood. They married on May 8, 1962, and soon after, John joined the Army. They moved to New Jersey and started their family-Steve was born in 1963, and Mike was born in 1967. Betsy continued her college education part-time for several years and then returned to the University of Iowa to finalize her teaching degree.She and the boys moved to Burlington, in 1969, where Betsy started a teaching career that lasted 35 years. In 1986, Betsy married Jerry Hysell, a former Washington High School classmate. They both enjoyed gardening, landscaping, and birdwatching. Betsy enjoyed her life and friends in Burlington. Betsy and family attended Messiah Lutheran Church on a regular basis. She was an enthusiastic gardener and quilter. She frequently worked with the State and local Teachers Association and the Democratic Party. Her teaching efforts were recognized by receiving various teachers' awards. Over the past few years, her health declined, but she stayed in good spirits, assisted byher family of cats.Betsy is survived by her husband, Jerry Hysell; sons: Stephen Garwood and his wife, Nancy, and Michael Garwood; grandchildren: Samuel Garwood, Sara Garwood, and Susan Garwood, along with twin brother Bill Grenawalt and sister Katie Wilken.To honor Betsy’s life, a memorial will be held on June 16, 2024, at Prugh Funeral Home, 3940 Division Street, Burlington, IA 52601 at 2 p.m.

Elizabeth May "Betsy" Hysell

Russ Le Roy Weir, 75, of Burlington, died Thursday, May 16, 2024, at his home.

Born Feb. 8, 1949, in Burlington, he was the son of Everett Lee and Helen Marie Weir.

He was a graduate of Burlington Notre Dame and served in the Army during the Vietnam War. He worked as a roofer for many years.

Russ loved fishing, attending Boy Scout events with his grandson Spencer, nature and eagle watching. His grandsons Tommy and Spencer were his life, along with his dog Missy.

He is survived by his two daughters; Carrie Reusch and Christina Weir; grandchildren, Tommy (Shelbi), Spencer (Christina), Jersey (Jordan), Cashmiere, Divinity, Xavier and Johna; two brothers, David Balzer and Dallas Balzer; nieces and nephews and his beloved dog Missy.

He was preceded in death by his parents and son John Weir.

Visitation will be held from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. Friday, June 6 at Lunning Chapel where the family will receive friends. The Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard will conduct military rites at 10 a.m. Friday, June 7th at Lunning Chapel, followed by a graveside service and burial at Aspen Grove Cemetery. Pastor Scott Collier will officiate.

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

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 </figure>Russ Le Roy Weir, 75, of Burlington, died Thursday, May 16, 2024, at his home.Born Feb. 8, 1949, in Burlington, he was the son of Everett Lee and Helen Marie Weir.He was a graduate of Burlington Notre Dame and served in the Army during the Vietnam War. He worked as a roofer for many years.Russ loved fishing, attending Boy Scout events with his grandson Spencer, nature and eagle watching. His grandsons Tommy and Spencer were his life, along with his dog Missy.He is survived by his two daughters; Carrie Reusch and Christina Weir; grandchildren, Tommy (Shelbi), Spencer (Christina), Jersey (Jordan), Cashmiere, Divinity, Xavier and Johna; two brothers, David Balzer and Dallas Balzer; nieces and nephews and his beloved dog Missy.He was preceded in death by his parents and son John Weir.Visitation will be held from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. Friday, June 6 at Lunning Chapel where the family will receive friends. The Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard will conduct military rites at 10 a.m. Friday, June 7th at Lunning Chapel, followed by a graveside service and burial at Aspen Grove Cemetery. Pastor Scott Collier will officiate.According to his wishes, cremation has been accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel.

Russ Le Roy Weir

David Wayne Morse, 59, of Marion, Iowa died Thursday, May 23, 2024 at St Luke’s in Cedar Rapids.&nbsp;

Born on Nov. 9, 1967, he was the son of Delbert and Joan Morse. David graduated from West Burlington High School and the University of Iowa in 1994 with a Bachelor's Degree in Economics.&nbsp; At the time of his passing, David was employed by Windstream.&nbsp; One of his greatest joys was working as a volunteer with the rescued cats at the S.A.I.N.T Rescue Center.

He is survived by his father and stepmother, Delbert and JudyAnn Morse, brother Dell (Carilyn) Morse of Tipton, sisters Karen Morse of Cedar Rapids, and Christine (Todd) Goodman of Hiawatha, Iowa, several nieces and nephews and his beloved cat, Hobbes.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, his mother Joan Reinhardt, and brother Robert G. Morse.&nbsp;

A Potluck Service of Celebration will be held at a later date.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Memorials may be sent to Saint Animal Rescue in Cedar Rapids.

David Wayne Morse, 59, of Marion, Iowa died Thursday, May 23, 2024 at St Luke’s in Cedar Rapids.&nbsp;Born on Nov. 9, 1967, he was the son of Delbert and Joan Morse. David graduated from West Burlington High School and the University of Iowa in 1994 with a Bachelor's Degree in Economics.&nbsp; At the time of his passing, David was employed by Windstream.&nbsp; One of his greatest joys was working as a volunteer with the rescued cats at the S.A.I.N.T Rescue Center.He is survived by his father and stepmother, Delbert and JudyAnn Morse, brother Dell (Carilyn) Morse of Tipton, sisters Karen Morse of Cedar Rapids, and Christine (Todd) Goodman of Hiawatha, Iowa, several nieces and nephews and his beloved cat, Hobbes.He was preceded in death by his grandparents, his mother Joan Reinhardt, and brother Robert G. Morse.&nbsp;A Potluck Service of Celebration will be held at a later date.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials may be sent to Saint Animal Rescue in Cedar Rapids.

David Wayne Morse

Kathy J. Smith, 71, of Wever, died Sunday, May 26, 2024, at her home. Born on Nov. 15, 1952, in Anamosa, she was the daughter of Neil and Rosemary Hayden Edwards.

Kathy was a 1970 graduate of Danville High School. She was a member of Long Creek Methodist Church. For twenty-six years she worked for Danville Community School District as a teachers associate. Kathy loved being outside working in her beautiful gardens and basking in the sunshine. She was highly loved by her sweet dog, Lizzie. Wherever Kathy went, Lizzie was sure to follow being her shadow.

She is survived by her daughter Jacqueline Smith (fiancé Anthony Angelo) of Lafayette, Colo.; siblings: Stanley Edwards of St. Paul, Minnesota, Rosanne Skiver of New London, and Gary Edwards of New Virginia, Iowa. Also surviving is her best friend and companion of twenty-seven years Richard Merschbrock of Wever.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Per her wishes, cremation has been accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel.

Kathy J. Smith, 71, of Wever, died Sunday, May 26, 2024, at her home. Born on Nov. 15, 1952, in Anamosa, she was the daughter of Neil and Rosemary Hayden Edwards.Kathy was a 1970 graduate of Danville High School. She was a member of Long Creek Methodist Church. For twenty-six years she worked for Danville Community School District as a teachers associate. Kathy loved being outside working in her beautiful gardens and basking in the sunshine. She was highly loved by her sweet dog, Lizzie. Wherever Kathy went, Lizzie was sure to follow being her shadow.She is survived by her daughter Jacqueline Smith (fiancé Anthony Angelo) of Lafayette, Colo.; siblings: Stanley Edwards of St. Paul, Minnesota, Rosanne Skiver of New London, and Gary Edwards of New Virginia, Iowa. Also surviving is her best friend and companion of twenty-seven years Richard Merschbrock of Wever.She was preceded in death by her parents.Per her wishes, cremation has been accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel.

Kathy J. Smith

Teresa Sue Kelly, 70, of Burlington, died Thursday, May 23, 2024, at her home.

Born December 11, 1953, in Fort Madison, she was the daughter of Robert James Hamilton Jr. and Joyce Ann Fry. She was a 1972 graduate of Burlington High School.

She married Ivan Kenneth Kelly Jr. on July 5, 1997. He preceded her in death on April 7, 2023.

Teresa worked as a phlebotomist for 34 years. She worked with MHI in Mt. Pleasant and for 27 years at Great River Medical Center. She retired in 2017.

She loved irises and had them planted all throughout her yard. She enjoyed riding with her husband on their Harley, crafting, puzzles, attending plant and tag sales and antiquing. Her kids and grandkids were truly her life and she cherished time spent with them. She was known to complain about family holidays, but deep down they knew she truly loved it.

Survivors include her two sons: Michael J. (Mindy) Shelledy and Jeff (Tina) Shelledy; six grandchildren, Taylor (Christopher) Stone, Asia Shelledy, Zachary Shelledy, Zander Shelledy, Bailey Shelledy and Mason Shelledy; great grandson Camdyn Stone; three sisters, Jennifer (Matt) Morrison, Mary (Doug) Means, and Lori (Joe) Canterbury; brother Dean (Barb) Hamilton; several nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews and most importantly her fourth child, her fur baby Angelica.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, granddaughter Peyton, sister Anna Lopez and her aunt and uncle who helped raise her, Kenneth and Lola Juhl.

A visitation will be held on Thursday, May 30 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Lunning Chapel where the family will receive friends.

Burial will be held in Montrose Cemetery, Montrose, at a later date.

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

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 </figure>Teresa Sue Kelly, 70, of Burlington, died Thursday, May 23, 2024, at her home.Born December 11, 1953, in Fort Madison, she was the daughter of Robert James Hamilton Jr. and Joyce Ann Fry. She was a 1972 graduate of Burlington High School.She married Ivan Kenneth Kelly Jr. on July 5, 1997. He preceded her in death on April 7, 2023.Teresa worked as a phlebotomist for 34 years. She worked with MHI in Mt. Pleasant and for 27 years at Great River Medical Center. She retired in 2017.She loved irises and had them planted all throughout her yard. She enjoyed riding with her husband on their Harley, crafting, puzzles, attending plant and tag sales and antiquing. Her kids and grandkids were truly her life and she cherished time spent with them. She was known to complain about family holidays, but deep down they knew she truly loved it.Survivors include her two sons: Michael J. (Mindy) Shelledy and Jeff (Tina) Shelledy; six grandchildren, Taylor (Christopher) Stone, Asia Shelledy, Zachary Shelledy, Zander Shelledy, Bailey Shelledy and Mason Shelledy; great grandson Camdyn Stone; three sisters, Jennifer (Matt) Morrison, Mary (Doug) Means, and Lori (Joe) Canterbury; brother Dean (Barb) Hamilton; several nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews and most importantly her fourth child, her fur baby Angelica.She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, granddaughter Peyton, sister Anna Lopez and her aunt and uncle who helped raise her, Kenneth and Lola Juhl.A visitation will be held on Thursday, May 30 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Lunning Chapel where the family will receive friends.Burial will be held in Montrose Cemetery, Montrose, at a later date.According to her wishes, cremation has been accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel.

Teresa Sue Kelly

Richard Wayne Oldham II, 70, of Sioux Falls, S.D., formerly of Burlington died Monday, May 20, 2024, at his home in Yuma, Ariz.

Born Dec. 31, 1953, in Burlington, he was the son of Earl Oldham Sr. and Elizabeth Mae Stephens Oldham. On Jan.30, 1998, he married Denise Foutch in Burlington. They celebrated 43 years together before her passing on Oct. 24, 2020.

Richard was a sheet metal worker for Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway for 42 years.

He enjoyed traveling with his wife in their R.V. all over the United States. Richard always looked forward to happy hour and Washoes with his friends in the RV Park and always enjoyed the margaritas in Algonones, Mexico. He loved watching sports, biking, golfing and spending time with his grandchildren and family.&nbsp;

Survivors include two sons, Curtis Oldham of Kennesaw, Ga., and Sean (Michele) Oldham of Foley, Ala.; two daughters, Kelly (Andrew) Lawler of Burlington, and Kari (Aaron) Foutch of St. Peters, Mo.; 10 grandchildren: Allie Aman-Buechler, Karlie Lawler, Kassidy Lawler, Kaely Lawler, Dayton Elliot, Keeshon Oldham, Autum Wolski, Cameron Oldham, Carter Newcomb, and Gavin Briegleb; two great-grandchildren: Chloe and Kenadie Worthy; brother, Delbert Stephens of Burlington; and sister, Sharon (Jimmy) Flowers of Burlington.

Besides his wife, he was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Earl Oldham, one sister, Teri Oldham, and one grandson, C.J. Oldham.

The memorial service is pending arrangements and will be announced.

Memorials have been established for the Diabetes Foundation and the American Lung Association.

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 </figure>Richard Wayne Oldham II, 70, of Sioux Falls, S.D., formerly of Burlington died Monday, May 20, 2024, at his home in Yuma, Ariz.Born Dec. 31, 1953, in Burlington, he was the son of Earl Oldham Sr. and Elizabeth Mae Stephens Oldham. On Jan.30, 1998, he married Denise Foutch in Burlington. They celebrated 43 years together before her passing on Oct. 24, 2020.Richard was a sheet metal worker for Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway for 42 years.He enjoyed traveling with his wife in their R.V. all over the United States. Richard always looked forward to happy hour and Washoes with his friends in the RV Park and always enjoyed the margaritas in Algonones, Mexico. He loved watching sports, biking, golfing and spending time with his grandchildren and family.&nbsp;Survivors include two sons, Curtis Oldham of Kennesaw, Ga., and Sean (Michele) Oldham of Foley, Ala.; two daughters, Kelly (Andrew) Lawler of Burlington, and Kari (Aaron) Foutch of St. Peters, Mo.; 10 grandchildren: Allie Aman-Buechler, Karlie Lawler, Kassidy Lawler, Kaely Lawler, Dayton Elliot, Keeshon Oldham, Autum Wolski, Cameron Oldham, Carter Newcomb, and Gavin Briegleb; two great-grandchildren: Chloe and Kenadie Worthy; brother, Delbert Stephens of Burlington; and sister, Sharon (Jimmy) Flowers of Burlington.Besides his wife, he was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Earl Oldham, one sister, Teri Oldham, and one grandson, C.J. Oldham.The memorial service is pending arrangements and will be announced.Memorials have been established for the Diabetes Foundation and the American Lung Association.

Richard Wayne Oldham II

Duane H. Moore, 79, of Burlington, died Friday, May 24, 2024 at the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington.

Born Aug. 20, 1944 in Burlington, he was the son of William and Hazel Callaway Moore. Duane grew up on the family farm south of Danville. He graduated from Danville High School in 1962. And was in the Army National Guard from 1965 to 1971. On Nov. 18, 1967, he married Mary S Brown in Burlington. He was a member of Long Creek United Methodist Church.

Duane was a heavy equipment operator and worked for M.Z. Davis, Broeker Construction and retired from J &amp; J Steel. He was a lifetime member of Union Local 150 I.O.U.E. He enjoyed watching the Iowa Hawkeyes and the western channel. Years ago he enjoyed bowling on a league in Burlington. Duane loved spending time with his family and attending his grandkids’ sporting events. He had a good sense of humor.

Survivors include his wife Mary of Burlington; one daughter Michele (Jamie) Lohmann of Burlington; one son Chad (Betty) Moore of Mount&nbsp; Pleasant; two grandchildren Zachary (Lindsey Reeves) Lohmann of Urbandale; Kylee (Trenton Gebhardt) Lohmann of Burlington; one brother Dick (Joyce) Moore and one sister Beverly Shepard both of Danville; several nieces and nephews and his beloved cat, Cody.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother-in-law James Shepard.

There will be a private family graveside service at Long Creek Cemetery on Wednesday, May 29 with Reverend David Mixon officiating.

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

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 </figure>Duane H. Moore, 79, of Burlington, died Friday, May 24, 2024 at the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington.Born Aug. 20, 1944 in Burlington, he was the son of William and Hazel Callaway Moore. Duane grew up on the family farm south of Danville. He graduated from Danville High School in 1962. And was in the Army National Guard from 1965 to 1971. On Nov. 18, 1967, he married Mary S Brown in Burlington. He was a member of Long Creek United Methodist Church.Duane was a heavy equipment operator and worked for M.Z. Davis, Broeker Construction and retired from J &amp; J Steel. He was a lifetime member of Union Local 150 I.O.U.E. He enjoyed watching the Iowa Hawkeyes and the western channel. Years ago he enjoyed bowling on a league in Burlington. Duane loved spending time with his family and attending his grandkids’ sporting events. He had a good sense of humor.Survivors include his wife Mary of Burlington; one daughter Michele (Jamie) Lohmann of Burlington; one son Chad (Betty) Moore of Mount&nbsp; Pleasant; two grandchildren Zachary (Lindsey Reeves) Lohmann of Urbandale; Kylee (Trenton Gebhardt) Lohmann of Burlington; one brother Dick (Joyce) Moore and one sister Beverly Shepard both of Danville; several nieces and nephews and his beloved cat, Cody.He was preceded in death by his parents and brother-in-law James Shepard.There will be a private family graveside service at Long Creek Cemetery on Wednesday, May 29 with Reverend David Mixon officiating.A memorial has been established for Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House.

Duane H. Moore

Duane Arthur Sourwine, 78, of Burlington, died Thursday, May 23, 2024 in Burlington.

Born Oct. 12, 1945, in Burlington, he was the son of Melvin Lee and Dorothy Mary Wolf Sourwine. On April 1, 1967, he married Teresa Trautner at St. Paul's Catholic Church and together they had two daughters, Sandra Anne and Tamara Mary.

On May 6, 1984, he married Janice Louise Humphries in Lomax, Ill., at the Lomax Christian Church. She preceded him in death on June 15, 2019.

He proudly served his country in the National Guard. Duane was the co-owner of Leyda, Burrus and Metz Monuments from 1976 to 2014 alongside his brother Ron.

He was a member of Divine Mercy Parish-St. Paul's Catholic Church. Duane was always an incredibly hard worker but when he wasn't working he enjoyed his cats, boating, snowmobiles, working on cars and attending car shows and thoroughly enjoyed traveling.

Survivors include two daughters, Sandra Shipley of Burlington, Tamara (Brent) Levinson of Burlington; step-daughter, Heidi Brown of Fort Madison; six grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; brother, Ronald (Reta) Sourwine of Florida; sister, Victoria (Ron) Sourwine of Burlington; several nieces and nephews and his beloved cat, Baxter.

Besides his wife of 34 years, he was preceded in death by his parents and grandson, Nathan Michael Lerud.

Visitation will be from 12 to 6 p.m. with the family to receive friends following a 4 p.m. Rosary Service until 6 p.m. Thursday, May 30, 2024, at&nbsp; Prugh's Chapel downtown, 317 N. 4th St. Burlington.

The Funeral Mass of the Resurrection for Mr. Sourwine will be 10 a.m. Friday, May 31, 2024, at Divine Mercy Parish-St. Paul's Catholic Church with Fr. Dominic Nguyen as the Celebrant. Full military honors will be rendered by the Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard.&nbsp; Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery.&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for Divine Mercy Parish and for Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice.

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 </figure>Duane Arthur Sourwine, 78, of Burlington, died Thursday, May 23, 2024 in Burlington.Born Oct. 12, 1945, in Burlington, he was the son of Melvin Lee and Dorothy Mary Wolf Sourwine. On April 1, 1967, he married Teresa Trautner at St. Paul's Catholic Church and together they had two daughters, Sandra Anne and Tamara Mary.On May 6, 1984, he married Janice Louise Humphries in Lomax, Ill., at the Lomax Christian Church. She preceded him in death on June 15, 2019.He proudly served his country in the National Guard. Duane was the co-owner of Leyda, Burrus and Metz Monuments from 1976 to 2014 alongside his brother Ron.He was a member of Divine Mercy Parish-St. Paul's Catholic Church. Duane was always an incredibly hard worker but when he wasn't working he enjoyed his cats, boating, snowmobiles, working on cars and attending car shows and thoroughly enjoyed traveling.Survivors include two daughters, Sandra Shipley of Burlington, Tamara (Brent) Levinson of Burlington; step-daughter, Heidi Brown of Fort Madison; six grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; brother, Ronald (Reta) Sourwine of Florida; sister, Victoria (Ron) Sourwine of Burlington; several nieces and nephews and his beloved cat, Baxter.Besides his wife of 34 years, he was preceded in death by his parents and grandson, Nathan Michael Lerud.Visitation will be from 12 to 6 p.m. with the family to receive friends following a 4 p.m. Rosary Service until 6 p.m. Thursday, May 30, 2024, at&nbsp; Prugh's Chapel downtown, 317 N. 4th St. Burlington.The Funeral Mass of the Resurrection for Mr. Sourwine will be 10 a.m. Friday, May 31, 2024, at Divine Mercy Parish-St. Paul's Catholic Church with Fr. Dominic Nguyen as the Celebrant. Full military honors will be rendered by the Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard.&nbsp; Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for Divine Mercy Parish and for Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice.

Duane Arthur Sourwine

Susan Ronanne Diamond, 70, of Burlington, Iowa, died Monday, May 20, 2024, at her home.

Born on May 22, 1953, in Cheyenne, Wyo., she was the daughter of Mason R. and Edith J. Krusee Diamond.

Susan was a member of Bethany Lutheran Church and directed choir there for many years. She attended the University of Hawaii and later received her bachelor’s degree from Iowa Wesleyan College in Music Education. For many years she was an elementary music teacher for Burlington Public School District. In her free time, she loved to play the piano and various instruments, loved singing, watching movies, traveling and attending concerts in the park. Susan grew up traveling the world with her mother and father while he served in the United States Air Force. While her father was on assignment in Hawaii she met her husband Rick Mehaffy, they later divorced.

She is survived by her three loving daughters and ten loving grandchildren.

Per her wishes, cremation has been accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel. No services will be held.

Burial will be held in Wheatland Cemetery, in Wheatland, Wyo.

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 </figure>Susan Ronanne Diamond, 70, of Burlington, Iowa, died Monday, May 20, 2024, at her home.Born on May 22, 1953, in Cheyenne, Wyo., she was the daughter of Mason R. and Edith J. Krusee Diamond.Susan was a member of Bethany Lutheran Church and directed choir there for many years. She attended the University of Hawaii and later received her bachelor’s degree from Iowa Wesleyan College in Music Education. For many years she was an elementary music teacher for Burlington Public School District. In her free time, she loved to play the piano and various instruments, loved singing, watching movies, traveling and attending concerts in the park. Susan grew up traveling the world with her mother and father while he served in the United States Air Force. While her father was on assignment in Hawaii she met her husband Rick Mehaffy, they later divorced.She is survived by her three loving daughters and ten loving grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents.Per her wishes, cremation has been accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel. No services will be held.Burial will be held in Wheatland Cemetery, in Wheatland, Wyo.

Susan Ronanne Sutphin

David Walsh, 76, of Burlington, died Sunday, March 10, 2024, at his home, surrounded by family.

Born June 21, 1947, in Burlington, he was the son of Robert Edward and Alice Bethel Mehaffy Walsh. On Aug. 19, 1968, he married Jean Marie Geren in St. Pat's Church in Burlington.&nbsp;

He graduated from Burlington High School. He was a U.S. Army Veteran, serving with the infantry in the Vietnam War.

David worked as a firefighter for Burlington for 29 years.

In the 80's he enjoyed working out and competing in bodybuilding competitions. David was a very talented artist and enjoyed drawing and painting. He also enjoyed traveling with his wife in their motor home and loved spending time with his family.

Survivors include his wife, Jean Marie Walsh; two daughters, Trina Renee (Chad) Woods of Burlington and Heather Nicole (Mike) Bush of Chapin, SC; five grandchildren, Anna Marie Walsh (George) Coursey, Tia Nicole Walsh (Shane) Cavanaugh, Michael David Bush, Alexander Adam Bush and Logan Bruce Woods; two great-grandchildren, Emilia Grace Coursey and Kylan John Cavanaugh; and brother, Robert Edward (Elizabeth) Walsh Jr. of St. George, Utah.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Joseph Walsh, and two sisters, Mary Hopewell and Joann Beine.

Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory.

A celebration of life will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, June 9, 2024, at the UAW Hall, 9313 Koestner St. Burlington.

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 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2024/5/1716491696418.jpeg" alt="David Walsh" />
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 </figure>David Walsh, 76, of Burlington, died Sunday, March 10, 2024, at his home, surrounded by family.Born June 21, 1947, in Burlington, he was the son of Robert Edward and Alice Bethel Mehaffy Walsh. On Aug. 19, 1968, he married Jean Marie Geren in St. Pat's Church in Burlington.&nbsp;He graduated from Burlington High School. He was a U.S. Army Veteran, serving with the infantry in the Vietnam War.David worked as a firefighter for Burlington for 29 years.In the 80's he enjoyed working out and competing in bodybuilding competitions. David was a very talented artist and enjoyed drawing and painting. He also enjoyed traveling with his wife in their motor home and loved spending time with his family.Survivors include his wife, Jean Marie Walsh; two daughters, Trina Renee (Chad) Woods of Burlington and Heather Nicole (Mike) Bush of Chapin, SC; five grandchildren, Anna Marie Walsh (George) Coursey, Tia Nicole Walsh (Shane) Cavanaugh, Michael David Bush, Alexander Adam Bush and Logan Bruce Woods; two great-grandchildren, Emilia Grace Coursey and Kylan John Cavanaugh; and brother, Robert Edward (Elizabeth) Walsh Jr. of St. George, Utah.He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Joseph Walsh, and two sisters, Mary Hopewell and Joann Beine.Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory.A celebration of life will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, June 9, 2024, at the UAW Hall, 9313 Koestner St. Burlington.

David Walsh

Delores Ann Pence, 77, of Iowa City, formerly of Burlington, died Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.Born January 17, 1947 in Burlington, she was the daughter of George and Merle Sanderson Pence. Delores was a school teacher and she was the office manager of Flint Hills Golf Course for over 20 years. She enjoyed gardening.

Survivors include her husband Brent Porter of Iowa City, one niece and one nephew.

She is preceded in death by her parents, one sister and two brothers.

The memorial service for Delores will be 1 p.m., Tuesday, May 28 at Lunning Chapel.

Delores Ann Pence, 77, of Iowa City, formerly of Burlington, died Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.Born January 17, 1947 in Burlington, she was the daughter of George and Merle Sanderson Pence. Delores was a school teacher and she was the office manager of Flint Hills Golf Course for over 20 years. She enjoyed gardening.Survivors include her husband Brent Porter of Iowa City, one niece and one nephew.She is preceded in death by her parents, one sister and two brothers.The memorial service for Delores will be 1 p.m., Tuesday, May 28 at Lunning Chapel.Per her wishes, cremation has been accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel.

Delores Ann Pence

Dustin Alan Jern, 34, of Davenport, Iowa, died Monday, May 20, 2024, at his home.

Born April 15, 1990, in Burlington, he was the son of Robert Jern Jr. and Traci Reid Morris.

Dustin was a mechanical genius, always building, rebuilding and tinkering with everything.&nbsp; He loved working on cars and trucks and enjoyed attending Old Threshers and time with his family.

He is survived by his daughter Teagan Cropp; father, Robert (Jennifer) Jern Jr.; mother, Traci Morris; step-mother, Kelley Jern; step-father, Scott Morris; maternal grandmother Dianne (Tom) Bonar; siblings; Devin (Amanda) Jern, Joseph Morris, Dylan Jern, Alli Jern, Abbi Jern, Alyssa Sly, Lyndzey (Cody) Schlueter, Jordan Sly, Ethan Sly, Owen Sly and Casady Sly; aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews and special Aunt Lisa Reid and “Nana” Cheryl Stewart.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Robert Sr. and Vera Jern and maternal grandfather Chuck Reid.

The funeral service for Dustin will be held at 3:30 p.m. on Friday, May 24 at Lunning Chapel.&nbsp; Visitation with family will be from 2:30 p.m. until the time of service. &nbsp;

A memorial has been established for his daughter Teagen’s education.

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 </figure>Dustin Alan Jern, 34, of Davenport, Iowa, died Monday, May 20, 2024, at his home.Born April 15, 1990, in Burlington, he was the son of Robert Jern Jr. and Traci Reid Morris.Dustin was a mechanical genius, always building, rebuilding and tinkering with everything.&nbsp; He loved working on cars and trucks and enjoyed attending Old Threshers and time with his family.He is survived by his daughter Teagan Cropp; father, Robert (Jennifer) Jern Jr.; mother, Traci Morris; step-mother, Kelley Jern; step-father, Scott Morris; maternal grandmother Dianne (Tom) Bonar; siblings; Devin (Amanda) Jern, Joseph Morris, Dylan Jern, Alli Jern, Abbi Jern, Alyssa Sly, Lyndzey (Cody) Schlueter, Jordan Sly, Ethan Sly, Owen Sly and Casady Sly; aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews and special Aunt Lisa Reid and “Nana” Cheryl Stewart.He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Robert Sr. and Vera Jern and maternal grandfather Chuck Reid.The funeral service for Dustin will be held at 3:30 p.m. on Friday, May 24 at Lunning Chapel.&nbsp; Visitation with family will be from 2:30 p.m. until the time of service. &nbsp;A memorial has been established for his daughter Teagen’s education.

Dustin Alan Jern

Jeff Wrage, 63, of Burlington, died Friday, May 17, 2024, at his home.

Born April 20, 1961, in Grundy Center, Iowa, he was the son of Cecil Wrage and JoAnn Wrage. &nbsp;

He married Rebecca Heiniger on Feb. 22, 1989, in Grundy Center.&nbsp; She preceded him in death April 1, 2013.

Jeff worked for Lowe’s and Walmart, in addition to farming and construction.&nbsp; Jeff loved to connect with people on Facebook.&nbsp; He enjoyed tinkering on lawn mowers and fixing things.&nbsp; He was always willing to offer a helping hand to anyone that needed it.

He is survived by his father, Cecil Wrage; his mother JoAnn Wrage; step-daughter Aimee (Matt) Wagenbach, whom he thought of as his own; grandchildren, Lydia, Elise, Lucas, Hanna and Ellah; two brothers, Nathan (Jennifer) Wrage and Randy (Amy) Wrage and his very loved nieces and nephews, Tyler, Angela, Jake and Luke.

He was preceded in death by his wife Rebecca.

Per his wishes, cremation has been accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel. A private graveside service will be held at a later date.

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 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2024/5/1716491826947.jpeg" alt="Jeff Wrage" />
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 </figure>Jeff Wrage, 63, of Burlington, died Friday, May 17, 2024, at his home.Born April 20, 1961, in Grundy Center, Iowa, he was the son of Cecil Wrage and JoAnn Wrage. &nbsp;He married Rebecca Heiniger on Feb. 22, 1989, in Grundy Center.&nbsp; She preceded him in death April 1, 2013.Jeff worked for Lowe’s and Walmart, in addition to farming and construction.&nbsp; Jeff loved to connect with people on Facebook.&nbsp; He enjoyed tinkering on lawn mowers and fixing things.&nbsp; He was always willing to offer a helping hand to anyone that needed it.He is survived by his father, Cecil Wrage; his mother JoAnn Wrage; step-daughter Aimee (Matt) Wagenbach, whom he thought of as his own; grandchildren, Lydia, Elise, Lucas, Hanna and Ellah; two brothers, Nathan (Jennifer) Wrage and Randy (Amy) Wrage and his very loved nieces and nephews, Tyler, Angela, Jake and Luke.He was preceded in death by his wife Rebecca.Per his wishes, cremation has been accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel. A private graveside service will be held at a later date.

Jeff Wrage

Joseph David White, 57, of Texico, Ill., died Monday, May 20, 2024, at his home.He was born Aug. 30, 1966, in Fort Madison, the son of Joseph Anthony White and Darlene May Stevens White Wirt. He married Tina Diercks on Sept. 7, 1991, in Burlington.&nbsp;

He is survived by his wife; his mother; sons, Joseph White and Joshua White; sister, Martha Martin (Jack); sister, Marilyn Hatley (Mike); and sister, Angela Nixon (Ron). A private memorial service will be held.&nbsp;

Memorial donations may be sent to Osborne Funeral Home, ℅ Tina White, PO Box 130, Dix, IL 62830.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Joseph David White, 57, of Texico, Ill., died Monday, May 20, 2024, at his home.He was born Aug. 30, 1966, in Fort Madison, the son of Joseph Anthony White and Darlene May Stevens White Wirt. He married Tina Diercks on Sept. 7, 1991, in Burlington.&nbsp;He is survived by his wife; his mother; sons, Joseph White and Joshua White; sister, Martha Martin (Jack); sister, Marilyn Hatley (Mike); and sister, Angela Nixon (Ron). A private memorial service will be held.&nbsp;Memorial donations may be sent to Osborne Funeral Home, ℅ Tina White, PO Box 130, Dix, IL 62830.&nbsp;

Joseph David White

Robert Kenneth Lyons, age 87, died May 19, 2024, in New London.

Robert was born Nov. 7, 1936 in Burlington, the son of Kenneth and Rose Steiniger Lyons. &nbsp;Robert went on to serve his country through the United States Air Force. &nbsp;After which he worked as a maintenance manager within the Burlington Medical Center and Great River Medical Center for 27 years. &nbsp;Robert was an avid Chicago Bears and Cubs fan. &nbsp;In his younger years he loved playing drums and enjoyed the solitude of fishing.

He married Betty Jean Calhoun and later divorced.

Robert’s family include his son, Kenneth A. Lyons (Rhonda); four grandchildren, six great grandchildren; and his sister Wanda Phillips. Robert was preceded in death by his parents.

A simple cremation has been arranged in accordance with Robert’s wishes. &nbsp;No services are scheduled. &nbsp;He will be laid to rest at Aspen Grove Cemetery.

Please continue to keep Robert’s family in your thoughts during this difficult time.

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 </figure>Robert Kenneth Lyons, age 87, died May 19, 2024, in New London.Robert was born Nov. 7, 1936 in Burlington, the son of Kenneth and Rose Steiniger Lyons. &nbsp;Robert went on to serve his country through the United States Air Force. &nbsp;After which he worked as a maintenance manager within the Burlington Medical Center and Great River Medical Center for 27 years. &nbsp;Robert was an avid Chicago Bears and Cubs fan. &nbsp;In his younger years he loved playing drums and enjoyed the solitude of fishing.He married Betty Jean Calhoun and later divorced.Robert’s family include his son, Kenneth A. Lyons (Rhonda); four grandchildren, six great grandchildren; and his sister Wanda Phillips. Robert was preceded in death by his parents.A simple cremation has been arranged in accordance with Robert’s wishes. &nbsp;No services are scheduled. &nbsp;He will be laid to rest at Aspen Grove Cemetery.Please continue to keep Robert’s family in your thoughts during this difficult time.

Robert Kenneth Lyons

Lori Mae Ruby Steffensmeier,&nbsp;37, of rural Fort Madison, died at 8:33 a.m. Saturday, May 18, 2024.&nbsp;

She was born on Sept. 18, 1986, in Oskaloosa, the daughter of Randy and Merilee Peterson Ruby. On June 13, 2009, she married Dan Steffensmeier at the First Christian Reformed Church in Oskaloosa.&nbsp;

She is survived by her husband: Dan; three daughters: Ruby, Kathleen and Carlee Steffensmeier; parents: Randy and Merilee; brother: John Ruby and sister: Lacey Ruby; father and mother-in-law: Tom and Carla Steffensmeier; grandmother: Sandra Petersen. Also surviving are several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents and maternal grandfather.

Lori graduated from Central College with a Bachelors Degree in Biology and Secondary Education. She worked as a quality systems manager at Roquette. She was a member of St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church in West Point. She served on St. Mary’s Parish Council and the Altar and Rosary Committee. Lori enjoyed gardening, golfing, reading, spending time with family and friends and most of all, she loved her children.

A visitation will be held from 12 noon to 6 p.m. Thursday, May 23, 2024, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in West Point, where the family will receive friends from 3 to 6 p.m. A Christian wake service will be held at 6 p.m. at the church.

A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, May 24, 2024, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in West Point, with Father Dan Dorau as celebrant. 

Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery in West Point.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to her daughters’ education. Schmitz Funeral Home of West Point is assisting the family with arrangements.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Lori Mae Ruby Steffensmeier,&nbsp;37, of rural Fort Madison, died at 8:33 a.m. Saturday, May 18, 2024.&nbsp;She was born on Sept. 18, 1986, in Oskaloosa, the daughter of Randy and Merilee Peterson Ruby. On June 13, 2009, she married Dan Steffensmeier at the First Christian Reformed Church in Oskaloosa.&nbsp;She is survived by her husband: Dan; three daughters: Ruby, Kathleen and Carlee Steffensmeier; parents: Randy and Merilee; brother: John Ruby and sister: Lacey Ruby; father and mother-in-law: Tom and Carla Steffensmeier; grandmother: Sandra Petersen. Also surviving are several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents and maternal grandfather.Lori graduated from Central College with a Bachelors Degree in Biology and Secondary Education. She worked as a quality systems manager at Roquette. She was a member of St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church in West Point. She served on St. Mary’s Parish Council and the Altar and Rosary Committee. Lori enjoyed gardening, golfing, reading, spending time with family and friends and most of all, she loved her children.A visitation will be held from 12 noon to 6 p.m. Thursday, May 23, 2024, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in West Point, where the family will receive friends from 3 to 6 p.m. A Christian wake service will be held at 6 p.m. at the church.A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, May 24, 2024, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in West Point, with Father Dan Dorau as celebrant. Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery in West Point.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to her daughters’ education. Schmitz Funeral Home of West Point is assisting the family with arrangements.&nbsp;

Lori May Steffensmeier

Bonnie Rae Darrah, 96, of Burlington, died Monday, May 20, 2024, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington.

Born May 20, 1928, in Keithsburg, Ill., she was the daughter of Fredrick C. and Jessie M. Beckman Breuer. On May 2, 1948, she married Harry Eugene Darrah in Burlington. He passed on March 2, 1996.

She attended Burlington Schools and graduated from Burlington High School in 1946.&nbsp;

Mrs. Darrah worked for Burlington Instrument Company, Sears, Spurgeons, and Sylvania. She also owned and operated Darrah's Confectionary along side her husband from 1953 through 1958. Bonnie was a matron at the Des Moines County Jail where she and her husband resided for four years when he was a deputy sheriff. She also worked for the City of Burlington for 26 years for the Parking Enforcement Department and the Finance Department until her retirement in 1992.

She volunteered for Great River Medical Center for 9 years. Bonnie enjoyed traveling, reading, attending craft shows, boating, camping and spending time with her family. She was a member of Bethany Lutheran Church. She was known for her cooking, especially her pasta salad, apple bread, pumpkin bread and homemade noodles. &nbsp;

Survivors include two daughters, Nancy (Ron) Mower of Burlington and Sally (Allan) Bailey of Danville; three grandchildren, Tyler Mower of Fairfax, Amy (Grant) Shriver of Mooresville, NC, and Brogan Bailey of Coralville; two great-grandchildren, Kylan Mower and Avery Shriver; and several nieces and nephews.&nbsp;

Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, one brothers, Glen Breuer, three sisters, Velma Meyer, Verna Hollinrake, and Leona Weaver and two infant sisters.

Visitation will be from 3 to 7 p.m. with the family to receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, May 23, 2024, at Prugh's Chapel, 317 North 4th.

The funeral service for Mrs. Darrah will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, May 24, 2024, at Prugh's Chapel, 317 North 4th. &nbsp;Burial will be in Burlington Memorial Park Cemetery. &nbsp;A time of food and fellowship will be held at Bethany Lutheran Church following the burial.

Memorials have been established for Des Moines County Humane Society and Bethany Lutheran Church.

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 </figure>Bonnie Rae Darrah, 96, of Burlington, died Monday, May 20, 2024, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington.Born May 20, 1928, in Keithsburg, Ill., she was the daughter of Fredrick C. and Jessie M. Beckman Breuer. On May 2, 1948, she married Harry Eugene Darrah in Burlington. He passed on March 2, 1996.She attended Burlington Schools and graduated from Burlington High School in 1946.&nbsp;Mrs. Darrah worked for Burlington Instrument Company, Sears, Spurgeons, and Sylvania. She also owned and operated Darrah's Confectionary along side her husband from 1953 through 1958. Bonnie was a matron at the Des Moines County Jail where she and her husband resided for four years when he was a deputy sheriff. She also worked for the City of Burlington for 26 years for the Parking Enforcement Department and the Finance Department until her retirement in 1992.She volunteered for Great River Medical Center for 9 years. Bonnie enjoyed traveling, reading, attending craft shows, boating, camping and spending time with her family. She was a member of Bethany Lutheran Church. She was known for her cooking, especially her pasta salad, apple bread, pumpkin bread and homemade noodles. &nbsp;Survivors include two daughters, Nancy (Ron) Mower of Burlington and Sally (Allan) Bailey of Danville; three grandchildren, Tyler Mower of Fairfax, Amy (Grant) Shriver of Mooresville, NC, and Brogan Bailey of Coralville; two great-grandchildren, Kylan Mower and Avery Shriver; and several nieces and nephews.&nbsp;Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, one brothers, Glen Breuer, three sisters, Velma Meyer, Verna Hollinrake, and Leona Weaver and two infant sisters.Visitation will be from 3 to 7 p.m. with the family to receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, May 23, 2024, at Prugh's Chapel, 317 North 4th.The funeral service for Mrs. Darrah will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, May 24, 2024, at Prugh's Chapel, 317 North 4th. &nbsp;Burial will be in Burlington Memorial Park Cemetery. &nbsp;A time of food and fellowship will be held at Bethany Lutheran Church following the burial.Memorials have been established for Des Moines County Humane Society and Bethany Lutheran Church.

Bonnie Rae Darrah

Janice E. Kilbride, 85, of Omaha, Neb., died April 14, 2024, at Village Crossing Retirement Center in Louisville, Ky.

Jan was born Aug. 29, 1938, in Sioux City, the daughter of Alfred and Johanna Schaefer. She was raised in Burlington and was homecoming queen and graduate of Burlington Catholic High School in 1956.

She is survived by her brother, John Schaefer; four children; nine grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held at Sacred Heart Cemetery on Friday, June 14, at 1 p.m.

Janice E. Kilbride, 85, of Omaha, Neb., died April 14, 2024, at Village Crossing Retirement Center in Louisville, Ky.Jan was born Aug. 29, 1938, in Sioux City, the daughter of Alfred and Johanna Schaefer. She was raised in Burlington and was homecoming queen and graduate of Burlington Catholic High School in 1956.She is survived by her brother, John Schaefer; four children; nine grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.A graveside service will be held at Sacred Heart Cemetery on Friday, June 14, at 1 p.m.

Janice E. Kilbride

Debra Susan Garmoe,&nbsp;67, of Fort Madison, died Friday, May 17, 2024, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington.

She was born on March 1, 1957, in Mount Pleasant, the daughter of Willard P. and Lucille Thompson Garmoe, Jr.

She is survived by her daughter: Carrie (Nick Derby) Stice of Argyle, Iowa; two sons: Paul (Dwan) Starks and Nathan (Sara) Starks, both of Fort Madison, Iowa; ten grandchildren: Patrick, Cheyenne, Bayley, Anthony, Sylvester, Paige, and Bryan Starks, Emma Rhodes, Ruth Stice, and one on the way; one brother: Russell (Sabine) Garmoe of Temple, Texas; her sister: Cheryl Baumgart of Hockley, Texas. Also surviving are several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her son: Patrick; her brother: Willard Jr.; and her sister: Evelyn Calvert.

Debra worked at Conagra Foods for thirty-three years. She was a member of UFCW Local 617. She enjoyed quilt shows, spending time with her family, being outdoors, reading, bowling, and traveling with her family.

Her body has been entrusted to the crematory of Schmitz Funeral Home for cremation.

A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 1, 2024, at the Church of New Beginnings in Keokuk, with Pastor Don Skinner officiating. The family will receive friends following the service.&nbsp;

Burial will be at a later date in the Montrose Cemetery.

A memorial has been established in her memory.

Schmitz Funeral Home of Donnellson is assisting the family with arrangements.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Debra Susan Garmoe,&nbsp;67, of Fort Madison, died Friday, May 17, 2024, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington.She was born on March 1, 1957, in Mount Pleasant, the daughter of Willard P. and Lucille Thompson Garmoe, Jr.She is survived by her daughter: Carrie (Nick Derby) Stice of Argyle, Iowa; two sons: Paul (Dwan) Starks and Nathan (Sara) Starks, both of Fort Madison, Iowa; ten grandchildren: Patrick, Cheyenne, Bayley, Anthony, Sylvester, Paige, and Bryan Starks, Emma Rhodes, Ruth Stice, and one on the way; one brother: Russell (Sabine) Garmoe of Temple, Texas; her sister: Cheryl Baumgart of Hockley, Texas. Also surviving are several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.She was preceded in death by her parents; her son: Patrick; her brother: Willard Jr.; and her sister: Evelyn Calvert.Debra worked at Conagra Foods for thirty-three years. She was a member of UFCW Local 617. She enjoyed quilt shows, spending time with her family, being outdoors, reading, bowling, and traveling with her family.Her body has been entrusted to the crematory of Schmitz Funeral Home for cremation.A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 1, 2024, at the Church of New Beginnings in Keokuk, with Pastor Don Skinner officiating. The family will receive friends following the service.&nbsp;Burial will be at a later date in the Montrose Cemetery.A memorial has been established in her memory.Schmitz Funeral Home of Donnellson is assisting the family with arrangements.&nbsp;

Debra Susan Garmoe

Mary Elizabeth Johnson Saathoff, 92, of West Burlington, died Thursday, May 16, 2024, at the Klein Center in West Burlington.

Born Sept. 17, 1931, in Mount Pleasant, she was the daughter of Royal Frank and Chrystal Helen Gauss Bonar. On Nov. 25, 1948, she married Leroy L. Johnson. He preceded her in death on Feb. 25, 1967. On Aug. 3, 1975, she married Gilbert Allen Saathoff in Burlington. He also preceded her in death on April 6, 1991.

Mary worked in the drafting department of General Electric from 1967 until she retired in 1993.

Mary had a love for painting, especially painting with oils. When she was not busy with her paintings, she could be found watching television or spending time with her friends and family. Friends and family were a large part of Mary's life. Mary was very nurturing with her family, and this carried over into her role as a Sunday school teacher. It was not uncommon to witness Mary breaking out in song randomly in her retirement home. These are all qualities her family will dearly miss.

Survivors include daughter, Karen Jo (Larry) Johnson of Burlington, son, Kevin (Cathy) Johnson of Ankeny, grandchildren; Kevin Blake Johnson, Colin Keith Johnson, Paige Cathryn (Liv) Billings, great-grandchildren; Conner Johnson, Pyper Timmerman, Cora Johnson, Jaxon Billings, Lukas Billings, Ella Billings, step-daughter, Karen Walter, step-daughter, Gretchen Saathoff, step-daughter, Marilyn &nbsp;Saathoff, step-daughter, Marlene Saathoff, step-son, Dan Saathoff, and several nieces and nephews.

Besides both former husbands, she was preceded in death by her parents, one step-son; John Saathoff, three brothers; Melford Bonar, Ivan Bonar, and Robert Bonar, and one nephew, Mike Bonar. &nbsp;

Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory, and a graveside service will be at a later date. &nbsp;

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 </figure>Mary Elizabeth Johnson Saathoff, 92, of West Burlington, died Thursday, May 16, 2024, at the Klein Center in West Burlington.Born Sept. 17, 1931, in Mount Pleasant, she was the daughter of Royal Frank and Chrystal Helen Gauss Bonar. On Nov. 25, 1948, she married Leroy L. Johnson. He preceded her in death on Feb. 25, 1967. On Aug. 3, 1975, she married Gilbert Allen Saathoff in Burlington. He also preceded her in death on April 6, 1991.Mary worked in the drafting department of General Electric from 1967 until she retired in 1993.Mary had a love for painting, especially painting with oils. When she was not busy with her paintings, she could be found watching television or spending time with her friends and family. Friends and family were a large part of Mary's life. Mary was very nurturing with her family, and this carried over into her role as a Sunday school teacher. It was not uncommon to witness Mary breaking out in song randomly in her retirement home. These are all qualities her family will dearly miss.Survivors include daughter, Karen Jo (Larry) Johnson of Burlington, son, Kevin (Cathy) Johnson of Ankeny, grandchildren; Kevin Blake Johnson, Colin Keith Johnson, Paige Cathryn (Liv) Billings, great-grandchildren; Conner Johnson, Pyper Timmerman, Cora Johnson, Jaxon Billings, Lukas Billings, Ella Billings, step-daughter, Karen Walter, step-daughter, Gretchen Saathoff, step-daughter, Marilyn &nbsp;Saathoff, step-daughter, Marlene Saathoff, step-son, Dan Saathoff, and several nieces and nephews.Besides both former husbands, she was preceded in death by her parents, one step-son; John Saathoff, three brothers; Melford Bonar, Ivan Bonar, and Robert Bonar, and one nephew, Mike Bonar. &nbsp;Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory, and a graveside service will be at a later date. &nbsp;

Mary Elizabeth Saathoff

Dale Eugene Dobson, 72, of Burlington, died Thursday, May 9, 2024, at Genesis Select Specialty Hospital, Davenport.

Born Sept. 10, 1951, in Burlington, he was the son of Ivan Dale and Dottie Ilene Dobson. He was a 1970 graduate of Danville High School and served in the Navy.

Dale managed several restaurants and hotels and was a computer programmer. He loved just spending time at home and cherished his time with his family.

He is survived by his siblings; Leroy Dean (Becky) Dobson of Winfield and Denise Ann (Mike) Shaffer of Burlington, and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a great nephew.

Visitation with family will be Thursday, May 23 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Lunning Chapel.

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 </figure>Dale Eugene Dobson, 72, of Burlington, died Thursday, May 9, 2024, at Genesis Select Specialty Hospital, Davenport.Born Sept. 10, 1951, in Burlington, he was the son of Ivan Dale and Dottie Ilene Dobson. He was a 1970 graduate of Danville High School and served in the Navy.Dale managed several restaurants and hotels and was a computer programmer. He loved just spending time at home and cherished his time with his family.He is survived by his siblings; Leroy Dean (Becky) Dobson of Winfield and Denise Ann (Mike) Shaffer of Burlington, and many nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents and a great nephew.Visitation with family will be Thursday, May 23 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Lunning Chapel.A memorial has been established for St. Jude’s Childrens Hospital.Cremation has been accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel.

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