Helen Charity Scheitlin, age 92, of Burlington, peacefully left this world for her eternal home on March 24, 2024 at the Bloomfield Care Center in Bloomfield. She was born in Gilmore City, on Oct. 28, 1931, the daughter of Lloyd and Helen (Rice)Nicholson. She married Kenneth Scheitlin on Oct. 25, 1952. She made the decision to put her faith in Jesus Christ and was a member of the Apostolic Christian Church in Burlington.

As a young child her family moved to Morning Sun, and Charity later attended nursing school in Burlington. She spent many years working for Drs. Tjaden and Kellogg. Ken and Charity lived most of their married life in the Burlington area.

Surviving are five of her children: Lynn (Danny) Townsend of Bloomfield; Rolyce (Lori) Scheitlin of Remington, Ind.; Bruce (Deb) Scheitlin of Burlington; Lucinda (Russ) Larson of Bettendorf; Rod (Tia) Scheitlin of Mount Pleasant, along with 19 grandchildren and 37 great-grandchildren.

Charity was preceded in death by her husband Kenneth, her son Clair, granddaughter Autumn Biu Scheitlin, and her three brothers, Bruce, Ross, and James Nicholson.

Charity will always be remembered as a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She blessed the lives of all who knew her.

Friends may call at Lunning Funeral Chapel from 4 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 27, 2024. The family will not be present. Visitation will be held at the Burlington Apostolic Christian Church from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. on Thursday, March 28 with funeral service to follow at 10:30 a.m. Burial will be in the Oakville Apostolic Christian Church cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials will be directed to Bloomfield Care Center.

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 </figure>Helen Charity Scheitlin, age 92, of Burlington, peacefully left this world for her eternal home on March 24, 2024 at the Bloomfield Care Center in Bloomfield. She was born in Gilmore City, on Oct. 28, 1931, the daughter of Lloyd and Helen (Rice)Nicholson. She married Kenneth Scheitlin on Oct. 25, 1952. She made the decision to put her faith in Jesus Christ and was a member of the Apostolic Christian Church in Burlington.As a young child her family moved to Morning Sun, and Charity later attended nursing school in Burlington. She spent many years working for Drs. Tjaden and Kellogg. Ken and Charity lived most of their married life in the Burlington area.Surviving are five of her children: Lynn (Danny) Townsend of Bloomfield; Rolyce (Lori) Scheitlin of Remington, Ind.; Bruce (Deb) Scheitlin of Burlington; Lucinda (Russ) Larson of Bettendorf; Rod (Tia) Scheitlin of Mount Pleasant, along with 19 grandchildren and 37 great-grandchildren.Charity was preceded in death by her husband Kenneth, her son Clair, granddaughter Autumn Biu Scheitlin, and her three brothers, Bruce, Ross, and James Nicholson.Charity will always be remembered as a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She blessed the lives of all who knew her.Friends may call at Lunning Funeral Chapel from 4 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 27, 2024. The family will not be present. Visitation will be held at the Burlington Apostolic Christian Church from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. on Thursday, March 28 with funeral service to follow at 10:30 a.m. Burial will be in the Oakville Apostolic Christian Church cemetery.In lieu of flowers, memorials will be directed to Bloomfield Care Center.

Helen Charity Scheitlin

Mary C. Stevens Kelly, 81, of Burlington, died Saturday, March 23, 2024, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington.

Born Dec. 19, 1942, in Burlington, she was the daughter of Owen Andrew and Madelyn Helen Stevens. She married Charles Kelly on July 11, 2009 in Burlington.

Mary served as executive assistant for Deloitte in Los Angeles, Calif. until her retirement in 2003. After her retirement she co-owned the Paddlewheel Lounge.

She is survived by her husband, Charles Kelly of Burlington; two daughters, Daria (Tony) Good of Burlington, Dina (Greg) Bickell of St. Augustine, Fla.; two sons, Dunker (Josie) Lietsch and Troy (Cora) Lietsch both of Burlington; 19 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Margaret Pogemiller of Burlington and Patricia Reed of North Liberty; brother Joe Stevens of Burlington and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, son Patrick Joseph Lietsch, sister Alice Corso and brothers Thomas Stevens, Stanley Stevens and Owen Stevens Jr.

The Memorial Mass for Mary will be 10 a.m. Saturday, April 13 at St. John Catholic Church of Divine Mercy Parish. Inurnment will be held at a later date in Sacred Heart Cemetery.

A celebration of life will follow at the Catfish Bend Convention and Event Center from Noon until 3 p.m.

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

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

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 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2024/3/1711395399606.jpeg" alt="Mary Catherine Kelly" />
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 </figure>Mary C. Stevens Kelly, 81, of Burlington, died Saturday, March 23, 2024, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington.Born Dec. 19, 1942, in Burlington, she was the daughter of Owen Andrew and Madelyn Helen Stevens. She married Charles Kelly on July 11, 2009 in Burlington.Mary served as executive assistant for Deloitte in Los Angeles, Calif. until her retirement in 2003. After her retirement she co-owned the Paddlewheel Lounge.She was a member of Divine Mercy Parish.She is survived by her husband, Charles Kelly of Burlington; two daughters, Daria (Tony) Good of Burlington, Dina (Greg) Bickell of St. Augustine, Fla.; two sons, Dunker (Josie) Lietsch and Troy (Cora) Lietsch both of Burlington; 19 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Margaret Pogemiller of Burlington and Patricia Reed of North Liberty; brother Joe Stevens of Burlington and numerous nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents, son Patrick Joseph Lietsch, sister Alice Corso and brothers Thomas Stevens, Stanley Stevens and Owen Stevens Jr.The Memorial Mass for Mary will be 10 a.m. Saturday, April 13 at St. John Catholic Church of Divine Mercy Parish. Inurnment will be held at a later date in Sacred Heart Cemetery.A celebration of life will follow at the Catfish Bend Convention and Event Center from Noon until 3 p.m.In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House.According to her wishes, cremation has been entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel.

Mary C. Stevens Kelly

Scott Parker, 57, of Burlington, died Friday, March 22, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family.

Born March 23, 1966, in New Mexico, he was the son of Rudolph Frank Parker and Janis Lassiter Mecham. On May 25, 1990, he married Kathy Ann Gapen in Okeechobee, Fla.&nbsp;

Scott worked in road construction for 35 years.&nbsp;

He was a U.S. Marines Veteran, serving from April 15, 1987 until Sept. 26, 1989. Due to his service, he became disabled after serving at Camp LeJeune.&nbsp;

He attended Faith Christian Outreach Center (FCOC) in Mount Pleasant with his family. Scott enjoyed walleye fishing with his children and grandchildren. Scott loved the outdoors and spending time with his family.

Survivors include his beloved wife, Kathy Ann Parker; four children, Hannah (Blake) Stephens, Jackson Parker, Bennett Parker, and Noah Parker; four grandchildren, Esmae, Parker, Lilah, and Wrenley Stephens; his mother, Janis Mecham; one brother, Shannon (Sarah) Parker; six sisters, Kimbal Parker, Robin (Bill) Phillips, Laurie (Felipe) Williams, Doni (Wade) Barnhill, Diana &nbsp;(Mark) DuBois, and Holly (Zack) Faller, and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father and twin daughters, Ava Grace and Olivia Joy Parker.

Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory.

A memorial has been established for his children.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Scott Parker, 57, of Burlington, died Friday, March 22, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family.Born March 23, 1966, in New Mexico, he was the son of Rudolph Frank Parker and Janis Lassiter Mecham. On May 25, 1990, he married Kathy Ann Gapen in Okeechobee, Fla.&nbsp;Scott worked in road construction for 35 years.&nbsp;He was a U.S. Marines Veteran, serving from April 15, 1987 until Sept. 26, 1989. Due to his service, he became disabled after serving at Camp LeJeune.&nbsp;He attended Faith Christian Outreach Center (FCOC) in Mount Pleasant with his family. Scott enjoyed walleye fishing with his children and grandchildren. Scott loved the outdoors and spending time with his family.Survivors include his beloved wife, Kathy Ann Parker; four children, Hannah (Blake) Stephens, Jackson Parker, Bennett Parker, and Noah Parker; four grandchildren, Esmae, Parker, Lilah, and Wrenley Stephens; his mother, Janis Mecham; one brother, Shannon (Sarah) Parker; six sisters, Kimbal Parker, Robin (Bill) Phillips, Laurie (Felipe) Williams, Doni (Wade) Barnhill, Diana &nbsp;(Mark) DuBois, and Holly (Zack) Faller, and many nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his father and twin daughters, Ava Grace and Olivia Joy Parker.Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory.There will be no services at this time.A memorial has been established for his children.&nbsp;

Scott Parker

Janet Kay Gorsch, 76, of West Burlington, died Thursday, Jan. 4, 2024 at her home.

Born Jan. 26, 1947 in Grinnell, she was the daughter of Charles and Erma Smith DePauw. &nbsp;She graduated from BGM High School. &nbsp;She was a certified Paraeducator.

On June 18, 1966 she married Charles “Chuck” Gorsch in Brooklyn, Iowa.

Janet was a special education specialist for the West Burlington Independent School District. She was a member of West Burlington Christian Church. &nbsp;She enjoyed sewing, cooking, crafts and she loved spending time with her grandchildren.

Survivors include her husband, Charles; one daughter Stephanie (Jeff) Gerdom of Burlington; two sons Nathan (Corinne) Gorsch of Colorado Springs, Colorado and Marc (Kristina) Gorsch of Shorewood, Illinois; seven grandchildren Sadie, Kinnick, Maceyand&nbsp;Carver&nbsp;Gorsch, Olivia&nbsp;Gerdom, Jaren and Emery&nbsp;Gorsch; two brothers John (Carol) DePauw and Joel (Rosie) DePauw both&nbsp;of Council Bluffs, Iowa; one sister Julie (Joe) Kriegel of Brooklyn, Iowa and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by&nbsp;her parents and brother James DePauw.

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

A celebration of life will be held at West Burlington Christian Church&nbsp;Friday, March 29 at 6 p.m. with a&nbsp;dessert bar&nbsp;to follow.

A memorial has been established for West Burlington Christian Church. &nbsp;

Janet Kay Gorsch, 76, of West Burlington, died Thursday, Jan. 4, 2024 at her home.Born Jan. 26, 1947 in Grinnell, she was the daughter of Charles and Erma Smith DePauw. &nbsp;She graduated from BGM High School. &nbsp;She was a certified Paraeducator.On June 18, 1966 she married Charles “Chuck” Gorsch in Brooklyn, Iowa.Janet was a special education specialist for the West Burlington Independent School District. She was a member of West Burlington Christian Church. &nbsp;She enjoyed sewing, cooking, crafts and she loved spending time with her grandchildren.Survivors include her husband, Charles; one daughter Stephanie (Jeff) Gerdom of Burlington; two sons Nathan (Corinne) Gorsch of Colorado Springs, Colorado and Marc (Kristina) Gorsch of Shorewood, Illinois; seven grandchildren Sadie, Kinnick, Maceyand&nbsp;Carver&nbsp;Gorsch, Olivia&nbsp;Gerdom, Jaren and Emery&nbsp;Gorsch; two brothers John (Carol) DePauw and Joel (Rosie) DePauw both&nbsp;of Council Bluffs, Iowa; one sister Julie (Joe) Kriegel of Brooklyn, Iowa and several nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by&nbsp;her parents and brother James DePauw.Per her wishes, cremation has been accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel.A celebration of life will be held at West Burlington Christian Church&nbsp;Friday, March 29 at 6 p.m. with a&nbsp;dessert bar&nbsp;to follow.A memorial has been established for West Burlington Christian Church. &nbsp;

Janet Kay Gorsch

Robert Eugene Mohr, 47, of Yarmouth, died unexpectedly after a farming accident on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center.&nbsp;

Rob was born June 21, 1976 in Dubuque. As an infant he was adopted by Alan and Joanne Kinsinger Mohr. He graduated from Burlington High School in 1995 and continued his education at Southeastern Community College, enrolling in the Ag Program. Rob was united in marriage to Alison Buster on Oct. 10, 1998 in Burlington.

Rob’s focus in life was on the Lord. He was saved in his early 20’s and was baptized shortly after. He faithfully served as a Deacon and Sunday School Teacher and was also a founder of a church. Rob went on two mission trips, one to Mexico to help build a church and one to Honduras to help build a house and pass out Bibles. He was a spiritual leader for his family and was intentional about sharing his faith to others. He placed great importance on being a Christian, a husband and a father. His desire was for all to know the Lord as their personal Savior. Memorials have been established for Gideon Bible and Fellowship of Christian Farmers in memory of Rob.

Rob began his working career as an ag retailer and applicator. He later worked as a road grader operator for the Secondary Roads Department. Most recently, he obtained his insurance license and had a passion for selling Livestock Risk Management Insurance. With each job he worked, he also farmed. Rob loved to farm and raise cows, and he enjoyed hunting as well. He was a faithful blood donor and continued giving, even after his death, through organ donation.

He loved his family and cherished time spent with his two grandchildren. Rob was active in his children’s sporting events and enjoyed watching them show livestock at the county fair. He enjoyed talking with others and building relationships. Robert was a hard worker his whole life. He was very driven and self-taught, and he instilled these values in his children.

Rob will be deeply missed by his wife, Alison Mohr of Yarmouth; children: Wyatt (24) (Lauren) Mohr and their son, Reuben, of Rural Danville; Elliott (22) (Shannon) Mohr and their daughter, Gwendolyn of Rural Sperry; Hallie Mohr (20); Chett Mohr (18); Charlotte Mohr (15); and Marshall Mohr (10), all of of Yarmouth; his parents, Alan and Joanne Mohr of West Burlington; sister, Joy Mohr of Marengo; aunt, Freda Bumgarner of Burlington; parents-in-law, Mike and Kathy Buster of Burlington; and many other dear loved ones.

He was preceded in death by his Mohr and Kinsinger grandparents and his uncle, Gene Bumgarner.

A visitation will be held from 3 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at the Clover Creek Event Center in Mediapolis. A memorial service will be held at 5  p.m. on Thursday, March 28, 2024, at the Clover Creek Event Center. Online condolences can be left for the family at www.sandhfuneralservice.com. Snyder &amp; Hollenbaugh Funeral &amp; Cremation Services of Mediapolis is assisting the family with arrangements.

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 </figure>Robert Eugene Mohr, 47, of Yarmouth, died unexpectedly after a farming accident on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center.&nbsp;Rob was born June 21, 1976 in Dubuque. As an infant he was adopted by Alan and Joanne Kinsinger Mohr. He graduated from Burlington High School in 1995 and continued his education at Southeastern Community College, enrolling in the Ag Program. Rob was united in marriage to Alison Buster on Oct. 10, 1998 in Burlington.Rob’s focus in life was on the Lord. He was saved in his early 20’s and was baptized shortly after. He faithfully served as a Deacon and Sunday School Teacher and was also a founder of a church. Rob went on two mission trips, one to Mexico to help build a church and one to Honduras to help build a house and pass out Bibles. He was a spiritual leader for his family and was intentional about sharing his faith to others. He placed great importance on being a Christian, a husband and a father. His desire was for all to know the Lord as their personal Savior. Memorials have been established for Gideon Bible and Fellowship of Christian Farmers in memory of Rob.Rob began his working career as an ag retailer and applicator. He later worked as a road grader operator for the Secondary Roads Department. Most recently, he obtained his insurance license and had a passion for selling Livestock Risk Management Insurance. With each job he worked, he also farmed. Rob loved to farm and raise cows, and he enjoyed hunting as well. He was a faithful blood donor and continued giving, even after his death, through organ donation.He loved his family and cherished time spent with his two grandchildren. Rob was active in his children’s sporting events and enjoyed watching them show livestock at the county fair. He enjoyed talking with others and building relationships. Robert was a hard worker his whole life. He was very driven and self-taught, and he instilled these values in his children.Rob will be deeply missed by his wife, Alison Mohr of Yarmouth; children: Wyatt (24) (Lauren) Mohr and their son, Reuben, of Rural Danville; Elliott (22) (Shannon) Mohr and their daughter, Gwendolyn of Rural Sperry; Hallie Mohr (20); Chett Mohr (18); Charlotte Mohr (15); and Marshall Mohr (10), all of of Yarmouth; his parents, Alan and Joanne Mohr of West Burlington; sister, Joy Mohr of Marengo; aunt, Freda Bumgarner of Burlington; parents-in-law, Mike and Kathy Buster of Burlington; and many other dear loved ones.He was preceded in death by his Mohr and Kinsinger grandparents and his uncle, Gene Bumgarner.A visitation will be held from 3 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at the Clover Creek Event Center in Mediapolis. A memorial service will be held at 5 p.m. on Thursday, March 28, 2024, at the Clover Creek Event Center. Online condolences can be left for the family at www.sandhfuneralservice.com. Snyder &amp; Hollenbaugh Funeral &amp; Cremation Services of Mediapolis is assisting the family with arrangements.

Robert Eugene Mohr

Roy Stanley Redd Smith, 71, of Burlington, died Friday, March 15, 2024, at the Azria Health Prairie Ridge in Mediapolis.

Born Dec. 16, 1952, in Burlington, he was the son of Donald Alvin Redd and Betty Marie Webster Smith. He met the caregiver of his life, Claudetta Lee Tucker and they spent over 50 years together.&nbsp;

He was a 1971 graduate of Burlington High School. He also attended many classes over the years at Southeastern Community College.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Roy worked for the Iowa Army Ammunition Plant until 2019.

He was a member of the Burlington Gym, Burlington Eagles Club and the Gentleman's Club. Roy enjoyed watching TV, especially sports. He had a passion for grilling and would be called on by many local churches to help them with events, since he was the grill master.&nbsp;

Survivors include his significant other, Claudetta Tucker of Burlington; son, Stanley Tucker of Burlington; daughter, Twilla Kanne of Des Moines; two brothers, Donald Hunt and Leon Wilson both of Burlington, IA and his aunt, Betty Smith of Burlington.

He was preceded in death by his parents, both grandmothers and one uncle.&nbsp;

There will be no services at this time. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

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 </figure>Roy Stanley Redd Smith, 71, of Burlington, died Friday, March 15, 2024, at the Azria Health Prairie Ridge in Mediapolis.Roy Stanley Redd Smith, 71, of Burlington, died Friday, March 15, 2024, at the Azria Health Prairie Ridge in Mediapolis.Born Dec. 16, 1952, in Burlington, he was the son of Donald Alvin Redd and Betty Marie Webster Smith. He met the caregiver of his life, Claudetta Lee Tucker and they spent over 50 years together.&nbsp;He was a 1971 graduate of Burlington High School. He also attended many classes over the years at Southeastern Community College.&nbsp;&nbsp;Roy worked for the Iowa Army Ammunition Plant until 2019.He was a member of the Burlington Gym, Burlington Eagles Club and the Gentleman's Club. Roy enjoyed watching TV, especially sports. He had a passion for grilling and would be called on by many local churches to help them with events, since he was the grill master.&nbsp;Survivors include his significant other, Claudetta Tucker of Burlington; son, Stanley Tucker of Burlington; daughter, Twilla Kanne of Des Moines; two brothers, Donald Hunt and Leon Wilson both of Burlington, IA and his aunt, Betty Smith of Burlington.He was preceded in death by his parents, both grandmothers and one uncle.&nbsp;Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory.There will be no services at this time. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Roy Stanley Smith

Richard Brooks Bazel, 77, of Brashear, died Saturday, March 16, 2024, at the Columbia Post Acute in Columbia, Mo.

Born January 18, 1947, in Burlington, he was the son of Robert "Bob" and Mary Imogene Brooks Bazel.

He was a U.S. Air Force Veteran, serving during the Vietnam War from July 28, 1965 until Feb. 12, 1968.

Richard enjoyed gardening, baking bread, riding his motorcycle and fixing cars. Most of all, Richard enjoyed traveling the world.&nbsp;

Survivors include his sisters, Mary Lucia (Thomas) Swiler and Jane (Michael) Laue; and his nieces and nephews, Sara (Sean) Love, Harley Laue, Joey Swiler, and Melissa Swiler.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Charles (Pete) and James (Jim) Bazel.

Full military honors will be rendered by the Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard for Mr. Bazel at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at Prugh Funeral Service, 3940 Division Street. &nbsp;The funeral procession will depart for Bazel Cemetery, immediately after the military honors for his graveside service.

A memorial has been established for the VFW in Bagley, Wis.

Prugh Funeral Service is in care of the arrangements.

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 </figure>Richard Brooks Bazel, 77, of Brashear, died Saturday, March 16, 2024, at the Columbia Post Acute in Columbia, Mo.Born January 18, 1947, in Burlington, he was the son of Robert "Bob" and Mary Imogene Brooks Bazel.He was a U.S. Air Force Veteran, serving during the Vietnam War from July 28, 1965 until Feb. 12, 1968.Richard enjoyed gardening, baking bread, riding his motorcycle and fixing cars. Most of all, Richard enjoyed traveling the world.&nbsp;Survivors include his sisters, Mary Lucia (Thomas) Swiler and Jane (Michael) Laue; and his nieces and nephews, Sara (Sean) Love, Harley Laue, Joey Swiler, and Melissa Swiler.He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Charles (Pete) and James (Jim) Bazel.Full military honors will be rendered by the Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard for Mr. Bazel at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at Prugh Funeral Service, 3940 Division Street. &nbsp;The funeral procession will depart for Bazel Cemetery, immediately after the military honors for his graveside service.A memorial has been established for the VFW in Bagley, Wis.Prugh Funeral Service is in care of the arrangements.

Richard Brooks Bazel

Betty Mae Armstrong, 91, of Burlington, died Thursday, March 14, 2024, at Bickford Assisted Living in Burlington.

Born on Dec. 19, 1932, in Oakville, she was the daughter of Harlan and Martha Walberg Swanson. She married Richard H. Armstrong. He preceded her in death on Sept. 9, 1981.

Betty was of Christian faith and attended Sunnyside Baptist Church. She enjoyed traveling all over the United States going from state to state with her best friend Raymond and her sister Pauline. Betty also enjoyed knitting, crocheting, going out dancing and attending country music shows. Most of all you could always bet that Betty was having fun with her beloved family.

She is survived by her two sons: Michael and Thomas Armstrong; several nieces and nephews and Raymond Cloke who was her partner and best friend since 1985.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Richard, three siblings: Charles and Roger Swanson and Pauline Swanson Kirby.

A graveside service for Betty, will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, March 21, 2024, at Aspen Grove Cemetery.

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 </figure>Betty Mae Armstrong, 91, of Burlington, died Thursday, March 14, 2024, at Bickford Assisted Living in Burlington.Born on Dec. 19, 1932, in Oakville, she was the daughter of Harlan and Martha Walberg Swanson. She married Richard H. Armstrong. He preceded her in death on Sept. 9, 1981.Betty was of Christian faith and attended Sunnyside Baptist Church. She enjoyed traveling all over the United States going from state to state with her best friend Raymond and her sister Pauline. Betty also enjoyed knitting, crocheting, going out dancing and attending country music shows. Most of all you could always bet that Betty was having fun with her beloved family.She is survived by her two sons: Michael and Thomas Armstrong; several nieces and nephews and Raymond Cloke who was her partner and best friend since 1985.She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Richard, three siblings: Charles and Roger Swanson and Pauline Swanson Kirby.A graveside service for Betty, will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, March 21, 2024, at Aspen Grove Cemetery.

Betty Mae Armstrong

Claus Benninghoven of Burlington, died March 12, 2024, at West Point Care Center, West Point. He was 89.

Claus was born July 16, 1934, in Ronsdorf, Wuppertal, Germany, the son of Werner Gottfried and Elisabeth Anna Benninghoven. On July 16, 1955, he married Eleonore Dietz in Bad Wildungen, Germany and soon after immigrated, with Eleonore, to Niagara Falls, Canada.

As a young man in Germany, Claus learned the brick mason trade and crafted his skills in Iowa, having built the Burlington US Post Office, Corse School, and many other buildings throughout Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois. Restoration work of historic buildings in Nauvoo was among his many accomplishments, including work on construction of the Nauvoo Temple.

Claus had a keen interest in astronomy and in 1985 the Southeastern Iowa Astronomy Club was formed. In 1987, he along with the help of founding members, went on to build the John H. Witte Observatory at Des Moines County Big Hollow Park. He was instrumental in transporting the largest telescope in Iowa, a 1937 Alvyn Clark refractor telescope, housed at the old BHS, Apollo School, to the Witte Observatory.

Claus' diligent observations and accurate drawings of the changes of the equatorial belts and Great Red Spot of Jupiter were recognized internationally and published in the Association of Lunar and Planetary Observers journal.

Claus was predeceased in death by his parents, brother Karl Benninghoven, and son-in-law, Michael Field.

He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Eleonore; four children, Marlene (Michael, dec.) Field, Burlington; Robert (Heather) Benninghoven, Johnston; Joanne (Michael) Bovee, Davenport; and Michael (Sarah) Benninghoven of Burlington; 12 grandchildren, Lorie, Diane, Jason, Jeffrey, Hannah, Breanne, Brett, Lydia, Natalie, Haley, Katie, Brittany, and many great grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held Monday, March 18, 11 a.m. at Bethany Lutheran Church, Burlington. Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery.

A special note of appreciation to the staff of West Point Care Center for their dedication and special care they provided Claus in his final days.

Memorial contributions may be made to: Southeastern Iowa Astronomy Club P.O. Box 14 West Burlington, IA 52655

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 <figcaption>Claus Benninghoven</figcaption>
 </figure>Claus Benninghoven of Burlington, died March 12, 2024, at West Point Care Center, West Point. He was 89.Claus was born July 16, 1934, in Ronsdorf, Wuppertal, Germany, the son of Werner Gottfried and Elisabeth Anna Benninghoven. On July 16, 1955, he married Eleonore Dietz in Bad Wildungen, Germany and soon after immigrated, with Eleonore, to Niagara Falls, Canada.As a young man in Germany, Claus learned the brick mason trade and crafted his skills in Iowa, having built the Burlington US Post Office, Corse School, and many other buildings throughout Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois. Restoration work of historic buildings in Nauvoo was among his many accomplishments, including work on construction of the Nauvoo Temple.Claus had a keen interest in astronomy and in 1985 the Southeastern Iowa Astronomy Club was formed. In 1987, he along with the help of founding members, went on to build the John H. Witte Observatory at Des Moines County Big Hollow Park. He was instrumental in transporting the largest telescope in Iowa, a 1937 Alvyn Clark refractor telescope, housed at the old BHS, Apollo School, to the Witte Observatory.Claus' diligent observations and accurate drawings of the changes of the equatorial belts and Great Red Spot of Jupiter were recognized internationally and published in the Association of Lunar and Planetary Observers journal.Claus was predeceased in death by his parents, brother Karl Benninghoven, and son-in-law, Michael Field.He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Eleonore; four children, Marlene (Michael, dec.) Field, Burlington; Robert (Heather) Benninghoven, Johnston; Joanne (Michael) Bovee, Davenport; and Michael (Sarah) Benninghoven of Burlington; 12 grandchildren, Lorie, Diane, Jason, Jeffrey, Hannah, Breanne, Brett, Lydia, Natalie, Haley, Katie, Brittany, and many great grandchildren.A memorial service will be held Monday, March 18, 11 a.m. at Bethany Lutheran Church, Burlington. Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery.A special note of appreciation to the staff of West Point Care Center for their dedication and special care they provided Claus in his final days.Memorial contributions may be made to: Southeastern Iowa Astronomy Club P.O. Box 14 West Burlington, IA 52655

Claus Benninghoven

Angela Marie Spiker died March 11, 2024, in Rushville, Ill. She was born in Burlington to Mary E. Moyers and Spike Spiker. She graduated high school in Goodlettsville, Tenn. in 1984.

Angela was a true cowgirl. She loved anything and everything to do with horses. She worked as a bus driver for Schuyler Industry School. She loved her bus children VERY much.

Angela spent most of her time riding horses, camping and playing with her grandbabies. Angela had an infectious laugh and a contagious smile.

Angela is survived by her daughter Michelle (Tony) Lemons; three grandchildren, Lane, Kailynn and Waylon; her father Spike Spiker; sister Michelle (Bob) Lekander; five brothers, Scott (Janet) Waterman, Glenn (Mindy) Spiker, Vernon (Vickie) Spiker, Dusty Spiker and Sean Spiker and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her mother Mary E. Moyers, uncle Glenn Moyers, two dogs Gunny and Rowdy and two horses Roscoe and Coty.

The memorial funeral service for Angela will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday, March 17 at Lunning Chapel. Casual attire is requested. A celebration of life and luncheon will be held following the memorial service at the Moose Lodge.

A memorial has been established for P.A.W.S. Animal Shelter in Fort Madison.

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 <figcaption>Angela Spiker</figcaption>
 </figure>Angela Marie Spiker died March 11, 2024, in Rushville, Ill. She was born in Burlington to Mary E. Moyers and Spike Spiker. She graduated high school in Goodlettsville, Tenn. in 1984.Angela was a true cowgirl. She loved anything and everything to do with horses. She worked as a bus driver for Schuyler Industry School. She loved her bus children VERY much.Angela spent most of her time riding horses, camping and playing with her grandbabies. Angela had an infectious laugh and a contagious smile.Angela is survived by her daughter Michelle (Tony) Lemons; three grandchildren, Lane, Kailynn and Waylon; her father Spike Spiker; sister Michelle (Bob) Lekander; five brothers, Scott (Janet) Waterman, Glenn (Mindy) Spiker, Vernon (Vickie) Spiker, Dusty Spiker and Sean Spiker and many nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her mother Mary E. Moyers, uncle Glenn Moyers, two dogs Gunny and Rowdy and two horses Roscoe and Coty.The memorial funeral service for Angela will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday, March 17 at Lunning Chapel. Casual attire is requested. A celebration of life and luncheon will be held following the memorial service at the Moose Lodge.A memorial has been established for P.A.W.S. Animal Shelter in Fort Madison.According to her wishes, cremation has been entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel.

Angela Marie Spiker 

Cecil C. Connelly, 94, of Burlington, died Wednesday, March 13, 2024, at the Arbor Court in Mount Pleasant.

Born April 4, 1929, in Bloomfield, he was the son of Myrle Henry and Hazel Wagner Connelly. He met Wanda, the love of his life, and they spent 55 years together until her death, May 1, 2013.&nbsp;

He served in the United States Navy.&nbsp;

He was employed as a sales representative for RR Donnelley.

Cecil enjoyed attending services at Sunnyside Avenue Baptist Church where he was a member. He loved playing Bingo and would go three times each week. He enjoyed watching stock car races in the summer months, playing cards, fishing, and playing with his grandkids. He was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan.

Survivors include two daughters, Terri (Doug) Schwartz and Tonya Bowman both of Burlington; step-daughter, Kathy (Todd) Duguid of Texas; brother, Myrle "Jr" Connelly, Jr. of Okla.; sister, Shirley Brockett of Burlington; nine grandchildren; 37 great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; three sons, David, Jerri, and Cecil Jr.; two grandchildren; five great grandchildren; two sisters; and three brothers.

A private family service will be held. The celebration of life will be held at a later date.&nbsp;

<figure>
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 <figcaption>Cecil C. Connelly</figcaption>
 </figure>Cecil C. Connelly, 94, of Burlington, died Wednesday, March 13, 2024, at the Arbor Court in Mount Pleasant.Born April 4, 1929, in Bloomfield, he was the son of Myrle Henry and Hazel Wagner Connelly. He met Wanda, the love of his life, and they spent 55 years together until her death, May 1, 2013.&nbsp;He served in the United States Navy.&nbsp;He was employed as a sales representative for RR Donnelley.Cecil enjoyed attending services at Sunnyside Avenue Baptist Church where he was a member. He loved playing Bingo and would go three times each week. He enjoyed watching stock car races in the summer months, playing cards, fishing, and playing with his grandkids. He was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan.Survivors include two daughters, Terri (Doug) Schwartz and Tonya Bowman both of Burlington; step-daughter, Kathy (Todd) Duguid of Texas; brother, Myrle "Jr" Connelly, Jr. of Okla.; sister, Shirley Brockett of Burlington; nine grandchildren; 37 great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; three sons, David, Jerri, and Cecil Jr.; two grandchildren; five great grandchildren; two sisters; and three brothers.Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory.A private family service will be held. The celebration of life will be held at a later date.&nbsp;

Cecil C. Connelly

Danny Allen Bessine, 76, of Burlington, died Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at his home.

Born Jan. 1, 1948, in Burlington, he was the son of Robert and Clair Bessine.

He was a 1966 graduate of Burlington High School.

He married Karen Crowner on June 12, 1966, they later divorced. He then married Debbie Dobroski on May 23, 1981, they divorced.

Danny owned and operated Weird Harold's Records and The Medium and was a “fixture” there for over 50 years. He was the 1988 Main Street Volunteer of the Year and the 2013 Burlington Chamber of Commerce Small Business of the year award recipient. He loved his work and collected records and miniature liquor bottles for many years. He enjoyed traveling, woodworking, playing board games, watching shows and movies with his grandchildren and watching magicians perform. He was the best gift giver and gave unique gifts for all occasions.

He is survived by his four children; Danny Miller, Jodie Figert, Stephanie (Jesse) Wellington and Aaron Bessine; nine grandchildren, Charli Heckenberg, Benjamin Heckenberg, Abbi Heckenberg, Logan Miller, Gavin Miller, Morgan Miller, Serenity Bessine, Chloe Bessine and Oliver Wellington; seven great grandchildren; brother David (Kathy) Bessine and sister Barb (Chris) Gray.

Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 19 at Lunning Chapel where the family will receive friends. The memorial funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 20 at Lunning Chapel with Pastor Jerry Rigdon to officiate. The family requests Weird Harold shirts be worn to the service if you have one!

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for the Special Olympics or the Friends of the Capital Theatre.

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

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 </figure>Danny Allen Bessine, 76, of Burlington, died Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at his home.Born Jan. 1, 1948, in Burlington, he was the son of Robert and Clair Bessine.He was a 1966 graduate of Burlington High School.He married Karen Crowner on June 12, 1966, they later divorced. He then married Debbie Dobroski on May 23, 1981, they divorced.Danny owned and operated Weird Harold's Records and The Medium and was a “fixture” there for over 50 years. He was the 1988 Main Street Volunteer of the Year and the 2013 Burlington Chamber of Commerce Small Business of the year award recipient. He loved his work and collected records and miniature liquor bottles for many years. He enjoyed traveling, woodworking, playing board games, watching shows and movies with his grandchildren and watching magicians perform. He was the best gift giver and gave unique gifts for all occasions.He is survived by his four children; Danny Miller, Jodie Figert, Stephanie (Jesse) Wellington and Aaron Bessine; nine grandchildren, Charli Heckenberg, Benjamin Heckenberg, Abbi Heckenberg, Logan Miller, Gavin Miller, Morgan Miller, Serenity Bessine, Chloe Bessine and Oliver Wellington; seven great grandchildren; brother David (Kathy) Bessine and sister Barb (Chris) Gray.He was preceded in death by his parents.Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 19 at Lunning Chapel where the family will receive friends. The memorial funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 20 at Lunning Chapel with Pastor Jerry Rigdon to officiate. The family requests Weird Harold shirts be worn to the service if you have one!In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for the Special Olympics or the Friends of the Capital Theatre.According to his wishes, cremation has been accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel.

Danny Allen Bessine

Jeff Lorbiecki, 67, of Burlington, formerly of Calf., died Saturday, March 9, 2024, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington. Born April 1, 1956, in Stevens Point, Wis. He was the son of Ray and Sally Oksiuta Lorbiecki of Galloway, Wis. Jeff worked for many years as a cheese maker in California. He enjoyed fishing and woodworking, especially making Christmas crafts for his friends and family. Survivors include two adopted sons, Jeremy (Paula) and Jesse Lorbiecki of Weston, Wis.; sister Pat (Ken) Wiesner of Hartford, WI; two brothers, Jim Lorbiecki of Galloway, Wis., brother, Jerry (Pam) Lorbiecki of Wittenberg, Wis.; cousins, nieces and nephews, and friend Aliene of Burlington. He was preceded in death by his parents. Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory. There will be no visitation or services. Jeff will be buried in St. Joseph's Church Cemetery in Galloway, Wis. at a later date. Prugh Funeral Service is in care of the arrangements.

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 <figcaption>Jeff Lorbiecki</figcaption>
 </figure>Jeff Lorbiecki, 67, of Burlington, formerly of Calf., died Saturday, March 9, 2024, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington. Born April 1, 1956, in Stevens Point, Wis. He was the son of Ray and Sally Oksiuta Lorbiecki of Galloway, Wis. Jeff worked for many years as a cheese maker in California. He enjoyed fishing and woodworking, especially making Christmas crafts for his friends and family. Survivors include two adopted sons, Jeremy (Paula) and Jesse Lorbiecki of Weston, Wis.; sister Pat (Ken) Wiesner of Hartford, WI; two brothers, Jim Lorbiecki of Galloway, Wis., brother, Jerry (Pam) Lorbiecki of Wittenberg, Wis.; cousins, nieces and nephews, and friend Aliene of Burlington. He was preceded in death by his parents. Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory. There will be no visitation or services. Jeff will be buried in St. Joseph's Church Cemetery in Galloway, Wis. at a later date. Prugh Funeral Service is in care of the arrangements.

Jeff Lorbiecki

Ronald E. "Bud" Hallam, 82, of Dallas City, Ill., died Saturday March 9, 2024, at his home.

Bud was born Sept. 4, 1941, in Streator, Ill., the son of Raleigh I. and Alice “Louise” Holt Hallam. On Nov. 18, 1961, he married Yvetta D. “Betty” Owens. She preceded him in death March 21, 2023.&nbsp;

He attended Woodlawn High School from where he graduated in 1960.&nbsp; From there he gained employment at Anthony’s. He then worked as a route truck driver for 7UP, Hostess Cakes and Dolly Madison before going to work at the Iowa ammunitions plant as a sheet metal worker, from which he retired.

He was a member of the Lions Club, NRA and was faithful to the Church of the Nazarene in Montrose.

He enjoyed challenging mind games and puzzles. He was a great student of history and enjoyed reading and sharing trivia.&nbsp; Though time and talent fail us to encapsulate with simple words the greatness of a warrior charading as a man among us, yet still it has fallen to mortals the task of writing a eulogy that heaven itself would struggle to pen – a eulogy for a man of whom the world was not worthy.

As a man of work, a most diligent example of tireless movement – at the age of twenty-four building a two-bedroom home for his family that continues to outlast its builder.

As a father, chiefest among a mighty multitude, a man of few words and unnumbered acts of selfless love – giving the dregs of his energy and the preciousness of sleep to provide for a group of children that numbered six. He loved them with a love that outlasted his mortal life and there were only two greater loves than them in his heart and they were his Savior, Jesus and his wife whom he mourned, from her passing until his own.&nbsp;

As a friend, most joyful and true, he appreciated greatly a clever jest – himself authoring a good many that held us in great humour. We often repeat them to one another in fond remembrance.

As a lover/poet, we speak carefully, but we have read the box of letters our mother kept and he was both.

He was a shining example of what it is possible to become if one cares to strive for excellence of character for eighty-two years.

As to things he loved, he loved his Lord, his family, his work, all things history, a good laugh, words well arranged, function over form, peace in his home, excellence in work, diligence in learning – (himself a student till his last day).

His only pride and greatest joy, his family. His only failure, spelling. His greatest goal, to make heaven crowded with the faces of his family and friends.

He has fought the good fight, he has finished the race, he has kept the faith, he has attained, at last, his crown of righteousness which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will give to him and not to him alone but to all who love the Lord’s appearing.&nbsp; He does not rest in peace; he worships with singing and dancing. He can breathe now, and he need never rest again.

Survivors include six children: Tammy Perkins of Carnegie, Okla., Ronda (Bob) Norris of Warsaw, Ill., Eric Hallam of Fort Madison, Colleen (Duane) Taylor of Mexico, Mo., Candi (Thomas) Kendall of Warsaw and Sarah (John) Whitaker of Dallas City, Ill.; twenty-one grandchildren: Charlotte (Brian) McCalip, Randy (Niki) Perkins, Nathan (Brooke) Perkins, Jeremiah (Tanessa) Perkins, Samuel (Taylor) Perkins, Justin (Jackie) Norris, Chad (Shelly) Norris, Katlyn (Levi) Wilson, Daniel (Bethany) Taylor, Heidi (Kevin) Brewer, Martha Taylor, Suzannah (Nathaniel) Murray, Madeline Taylor, Dustin Taylor, Clareece Kendall, Cory (Isabella) Kendall, Clayton (Samantha) Kendall, Christopher Kendall, Curtis Kendall, Asa Whitaker, Ezra Whitaker and Rhema Whitaker and twenty-five great-grandchildren with two more on the way. Also surviving is one brother: Thomas (Diane) Hallam of Streator, Ill. and one sister Glenda Piacenti of Porter, Texas.&nbsp;

In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters: Bonnie Holt, and Jean Iverson, one grandson: Devin Taylor and two sons-in-law: Chip Perkins and Steven Huffman.&nbsp;

Friends may call after 2 p.m. Friday, March 15, 2024, at Banks &amp; Beals Funeral Home in Dallas City, where the family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m.

The funeral service for Bud will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 16, 2024, at the Montrose Church of the Nazarene, Montrose, Iowa with Pastor Preston Smith officiating. Burial will follow in Carman Cemetery, Carman, Ill.&nbsp;

A memorial fund has been established for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and the Montrose Church of the Nazarene.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Ronald E. "Bud" Hallam, 82, of Dallas City, Ill., died Saturday March 9, 2024, at his home.Bud was born Sept. 4, 1941, in Streator, Ill., the son of Raleigh I. and Alice “Louise” Holt Hallam. On Nov. 18, 1961, he married Yvetta D. “Betty” Owens. She preceded him in death March 21, 2023.&nbsp;He attended Woodlawn High School from where he graduated in 1960.&nbsp; From there he gained employment at Anthony’s. He then worked as a route truck driver for 7UP, Hostess Cakes and Dolly Madison before going to work at the Iowa ammunitions plant as a sheet metal worker, from which he retired.He was a member of the Lions Club, NRA and was faithful to the Church of the Nazarene in Montrose.He enjoyed challenging mind games and puzzles. He was a great student of history and enjoyed reading and sharing trivia.&nbsp; Though time and talent fail us to encapsulate with simple words the greatness of a warrior charading as a man among us, yet still it has fallen to mortals the task of writing a eulogy that heaven itself would struggle to pen – a eulogy for a man of whom the world was not worthy.As a man of work, a most diligent example of tireless movement – at the age of twenty-four building a two-bedroom home for his family that continues to outlast its builder.As a father, chiefest among a mighty multitude, a man of few words and unnumbered acts of selfless love – giving the dregs of his energy and the preciousness of sleep to provide for a group of children that numbered six. He loved them with a love that outlasted his mortal life and there were only two greater loves than them in his heart and they were his Savior, Jesus and his wife whom he mourned, from her passing until his own.&nbsp;As a friend, most joyful and true, he appreciated greatly a clever jest – himself authoring a good many that held us in great humour. We often repeat them to one another in fond remembrance.As a lover/poet, we speak carefully, but we have read the box of letters our mother kept and he was both.He was a shining example of what it is possible to become if one cares to strive for excellence of character for eighty-two years.As to things he loved, he loved his Lord, his family, his work, all things history, a good laugh, words well arranged, function over form, peace in his home, excellence in work, diligence in learning – (himself a student till his last day).His only pride and greatest joy, his family. His only failure, spelling. His greatest goal, to make heaven crowded with the faces of his family and friends.He has fought the good fight, he has finished the race, he has kept the faith, he has attained, at last, his crown of righteousness which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will give to him and not to him alone but to all who love the Lord’s appearing.&nbsp; He does not rest in peace; he worships with singing and dancing. He can breathe now, and he need never rest again.Survivors include six children: Tammy Perkins of Carnegie, Okla., Ronda (Bob) Norris of Warsaw, Ill., Eric Hallam of Fort Madison, Colleen (Duane) Taylor of Mexico, Mo., Candi (Thomas) Kendall of Warsaw and Sarah (John) Whitaker of Dallas City, Ill.; twenty-one grandchildren: Charlotte (Brian) McCalip, Randy (Niki) Perkins, Nathan (Brooke) Perkins, Jeremiah (Tanessa) Perkins, Samuel (Taylor) Perkins, Justin (Jackie) Norris, Chad (Shelly) Norris, Katlyn (Levi) Wilson, Daniel (Bethany) Taylor, Heidi (Kevin) Brewer, Martha Taylor, Suzannah (Nathaniel) Murray, Madeline Taylor, Dustin Taylor, Clareece Kendall, Cory (Isabella) Kendall, Clayton (Samantha) Kendall, Christopher Kendall, Curtis Kendall, Asa Whitaker, Ezra Whitaker and Rhema Whitaker and twenty-five great-grandchildren with two more on the way. Also surviving is one brother: Thomas (Diane) Hallam of Streator, Ill. and one sister Glenda Piacenti of Porter, Texas.&nbsp;In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters: Bonnie Holt, and Jean Iverson, one grandson: Devin Taylor and two sons-in-law: Chip Perkins and Steven Huffman.&nbsp;Friends may call after 2 p.m. Friday, March 15, 2024, at Banks &amp; Beals Funeral Home in Dallas City, where the family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m.The funeral service for Bud will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 16, 2024, at the Montrose Church of the Nazarene, Montrose, Iowa with Pastor Preston Smith officiating. Burial will follow in Carman Cemetery, Carman, Ill.&nbsp;A memorial fund has been established for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and the Montrose Church of the Nazarene.&nbsp;

Ronald E. "Bud" Hallam

Robert Lewis Dameron, 96, formerly of Burlington, died Saturday, March 9, 2024, at Savannah Heights in Mount Pleasant.

Born on June 12, 1927, in Burlington, he was the son of Lee and Armeda Wills Dameron. On Jan. 17, 1952, in Burlington, he married Patricia Ann Woodside. She preceded him in death on Oct. 15, 2020.

Bob was a Burlington High School graduate. Following high school, he enlisted into the United States Navy in 1946 as a Fireman First Class and served in World War II. Following his service in the United States Navy, he enlisted in the United States Army in 1952 as First USNR serving in the Korean War. Bob worked for the Iowa Army Ammunition plant as an iron worker for 34 years and in 1990 he decided it was time to retire. Bob was a member of Parkside First Baptist Church and former member of the Burlington Eagles Club and V.F.W. Post #9162.

There was no doubt about it, Bob’s first love was his wife Pat. In 1962 he and Pat built a cabin on the Iowa River. They would pack up the kids and head out to their beloved cabin for family time and fishing. You could also find Bob and Pat on the dance floor whenever they were given the chance. He loved to tinker around in his garage, go golfing, bowling and bow hunting. Bob was also a huge sports fan always enjoying the Chicago Cubs, Green Bay Packers and the Iowa Hawkeyes. Most of all Bob adored his family.

He is survived by his two children: Cathy (Rick) McClellan and John (Juanita) Dameron both of Burlington; six grandchildren: Brian (Shannon) Dameron, Brad (Michele) Dameron, Mindy (Aaron) Dunkin, Heather (Ann) Foster, Christina (Todd) Niles and Brandi Jo (Clint) Keenan; twelve great grandchildren; six great-great grandchildren; two siblings: Bud Dameron and Betty Lou Drain. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Patricia; brothers: Bill, Clarence, Gene and Richard Dameron and two sisters: Evelyn Johnson and Marcella Whitham.

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

The Memorial Service for Bob will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, March 15, 2024, at Lunning Chapel with Pastor Bill Price officiating. Military rites will be conducted by the Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.

A memorial has been established in his memory for Iowa 2x4s For Hope.

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2024/3/1710296496475.jpeg" alt="Robert Lewis Dameron" />
 <figcaption>Robert Lewis Dameron</figcaption>
 </figure>Robert Lewis Dameron, 96, formerly of Burlington, died Saturday, March 9, 2024, at Savannah Heights in Mount Pleasant.Born on June 12, 1927, in Burlington, he was the son of Lee and Armeda Wills Dameron. On Jan. 17, 1952, in Burlington, he married Patricia Ann Woodside. She preceded him in death on Oct. 15, 2020.Bob was a Burlington High School graduate. Following high school, he enlisted into the United States Navy in 1946 as a Fireman First Class and served in World War II. Following his service in the United States Navy, he enlisted in the United States Army in 1952 as First USNR serving in the Korean War. Bob worked for the Iowa Army Ammunition plant as an iron worker for 34 years and in 1990 he decided it was time to retire. Bob was a member of Parkside First Baptist Church and former member of the Burlington Eagles Club and V.F.W. Post #9162.There was no doubt about it, Bob’s first love was his wife Pat. In 1962 he and Pat built a cabin on the Iowa River. They would pack up the kids and head out to their beloved cabin for family time and fishing. You could also find Bob and Pat on the dance floor whenever they were given the chance. He loved to tinker around in his garage, go golfing, bowling and bow hunting. Bob was also a huge sports fan always enjoying the Chicago Cubs, Green Bay Packers and the Iowa Hawkeyes. Most of all Bob adored his family.He is survived by his two children: Cathy (Rick) McClellan and John (Juanita) Dameron both of Burlington; six grandchildren: Brian (Shannon) Dameron, Brad (Michele) Dameron, Mindy (Aaron) Dunkin, Heather (Ann) Foster, Christina (Todd) Niles and Brandi Jo (Clint) Keenan; twelve great grandchildren; six great-great grandchildren; two siblings: Bud Dameron and Betty Lou Drain. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Patricia; brothers: Bill, Clarence, Gene and Richard Dameron and two sisters: Evelyn Johnson and Marcella Whitham.Per his wishes, cremation has been accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel.The Memorial Service for Bob will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, March 15, 2024, at Lunning Chapel with Pastor Bill Price officiating. Military rites will be conducted by the Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.A memorial has been established in his memory for Iowa 2x4s For Hope.

Robert Lewis Dameron

Stanley R. St. Ores, 81, of Colusa, Ill., died at 9:05 p.m. Saturday, March 9, 2024, at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, Ill. Stan was&nbsp; born in LaHarpe, Ill., on Feb 2 , 1943, the son of Fred and Dorothy Hardisty. St.Ores. On December 28, 1960 he married his high school sweetheart, Jean Ann Williams, in Dallas City, Ill.. She preceded him in death Dec. 4, 2020.

Mr. St.Ores was a 1961 Dallas City High school graduate. Following high school he attended DeVry Institute of Technology in Chicago. He relocated his family to Phoenix, Arizona and worked for the Sperry Corporation in electronics for five years. They moved to Colorado in 1966 and he worked for Ball Aerospace and other companies also in electronics.&nbsp; He transitioned his career to become a building contractor and home builder for the rest of his working life. He and Jean spent their retirement in Colusa, Ill. Stan was a sports enthusiast and lover of Football and Big Ten Basketball. Survivors include three children: Todd (Kathy) St. Ores of Gulf Breeze, Florida, Cindy (Robert) Sederlin of Colusa and Lynnette (Scott) Romine of Lincoln, Nebraska; ten grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and one sister: Pat (Ron) Briscoe of Dallas City.&nbsp; Friends may callafter 2:00 p.m. Thursday, March 21, 2024at Banks &amp; Beals Funeral Home in Dallas City, where the family will receive friendsfrom 5 to 7 p.m. The funeral service will be heldat 2 p.m. Friday, March 22, 2024, at &nbsp;Banks &amp; Beals in Dallas City with Rev. Lee Unger officiating. Burial will follow in Harris Cemetery, near Dallas City.&nbsp; A memorial fund has been established for a charity of the donor’s choice.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Stanley R. St. Ores, 81, of Colusa, Ill., died at 9:05 p.m. Saturday, March 9, 2024, at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, Ill. Stan was&nbsp; born in LaHarpe, Ill., on Feb 2 , 1943, the son of Fred and Dorothy Hardisty. St.Ores. On December 28, 1960 he married his high school sweetheart, Jean Ann Williams, in Dallas City, Ill.. She preceded him in death Dec. 4, 2020. Mr. St.Ores was a 1961 Dallas City High school graduate. Following high school he attended DeVry Institute of Technology in Chicago. He relocated his family to Phoenix, Arizona and worked for the Sperry Corporation in electronics for five years. They moved to Colorado in 1966 and he worked for Ball Aerospace and other companies also in electronics.&nbsp; He transitioned his career to become a building contractor and home builder for the rest of his working life. He and Jean spent their retirement in Colusa, Ill. Stan was a sports enthusiast and lover of Football and Big Ten Basketball. Survivors include three children: Todd (Kathy) St. Ores of Gulf Breeze, Florida, Cindy (Robert) Sederlin of Colusa and Lynnette (Scott) Romine of Lincoln, Nebraska; ten grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and one sister: Pat (Ron) Briscoe of Dallas City.&nbsp; Friends may callafter 2:00 p.m. Thursday, March 21, 2024at Banks &amp; Beals Funeral Home in Dallas City, where the family will receive friendsfrom 5 to 7 p.m. The funeral service will be heldat 2 p.m. Friday, March 22, 2024, at &nbsp;Banks &amp; Beals in Dallas City with Rev. Lee Unger officiating. Burial will follow in Harris Cemetery, near Dallas City.&nbsp; A memorial fund has been established for a charity of the donor’s choice.&nbsp;

Stanley R. St. Ores

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, S.C.; 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 at a later date. Prugh Funeral Service is in care of the arrangements.

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 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2024/3/1710207183047.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, S.C.; 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 at a later date. Prugh Funeral Service is in care of the arrangements.

David Walsh

Jerry Leslie Watts, 75, passed away Friday, March 8, 2024, at the Klein Center in West Burlington.

Born April 19, 1942, in Quincy, Ill. Son to Leslie and Leola Mae Watts. &nbsp;

Jerry enjoyed woodworking, and spending is time watching sports.&nbsp; Always an underdog fan.&nbsp; He was a soft spoken, kindhearted man who was a great listener and easy to be around.&nbsp; Jerry enjoyed spending his time with his friends and family.&nbsp; He always shared a smile and able to find humor each day.&nbsp;

He is survived by his daughter Julie Fleming; and two grandchildren Courtney and Brody Fleming, and one brother James Watts.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Ronnie and son Curtis Watts. &nbsp;

Special thank you to the staff and his friends at Kleins. You were family to him this past year. He loved you all and enjoyed the bantering. &nbsp;

No services to follow.&nbsp; Cremation has been accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel.&nbsp; Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery next to his son.

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 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2024/3/1710206980262.jpeg" alt="Jerry Leslie Watts" />
 <figcaption>Jerry Leslie Watts</figcaption>
 </figure>Jerry Leslie Watts, 75, passed away Friday, March 8, 2024, at the Klein Center in West Burlington.Born April 19, 1942, in Quincy, Ill. Son to Leslie and Leola Mae Watts. &nbsp;Jerry enjoyed woodworking, and spending is time watching sports.&nbsp; Always an underdog fan.&nbsp; He was a soft spoken, kindhearted man who was a great listener and easy to be around.&nbsp; Jerry enjoyed spending his time with his friends and family.&nbsp; He always shared a smile and able to find humor each day.&nbsp;He retired from J.I. Case.&nbsp;He is survived by his daughter Julie Fleming; and two grandchildren Courtney and Brody Fleming, and one brother James Watts.He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Ronnie and son Curtis Watts. &nbsp;Special thank you to the staff and his friends at Kleins. You were family to him this past year. He loved you all and enjoyed the bantering. &nbsp;No services to follow.&nbsp; Cremation has been accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel.&nbsp; Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery next to his son.

Jerry Leslie Watts

This is my obituary and I am going to tell the story.

I was born in 1945 to Tom and Margaret Odekirk in Santa Barbara, California, the youngest of six children.  Our oldest sibling, Janice, died prior to all the rest of our births.  

Our father was a baker, and our mother stayed home to care for us all.  After more moves than we cared to want we finally settled when I was five to a home in Northern California.  

I had the most wonderful childhood.  There were five of us neighborhood kids who never saw the sunrise or the sunset without having done a lot fun of things together.  We roamed around the woods behind our houses, plugged our ears to the sound of the trains being coupled and uncoupled at the large rail yard down the road, watched the hobo camps that had sprung up in the early 50s without fear or tribulation.  Since our parents were clueless to what we were doing they probably had no fear either but that was the 1950s.  

In 1963 I married Jack Reagan and we had our daughter Kim in 1964.  Jack finished his higher education and then I started my college career.  I graduated summa cum laude from California State University, Fresno in 1978 and then from law school in 1982.  I practiced bankruptcy, adoptions, and family law until I retired in 2008.

Jack and I divorced sometime between 1977 and 1978 and remain friends.

In 1985 I began my relationship with Jim Walsh whom I married in 2003.  During our time together, Jim and I traveled for 10 months to the Far East and the Middle East in the early 1990s and then, for six months, to the Balkan States and Central America where Jim, a college Sociology instructor, had a sabbatical to study Civil War and civil strife in that area.  It was interesting to say the least.  I’ll hand it to Jim Walsh who helped me see the reasonableness of being on the left side of politics and social issues.  

Jim died in 2013 and I moved to Iowa to be near Kim in 2014.  Once settled in Burlington I became involved in A Street Cat with No Desire, a trap, neuter, vaccinate, release organization as treasurer and sometimes trapper.  I collected two more cats during this time and added them to the two I brought from California.  Besides having a wonderful home overlooking the Mississippi River, besides cats I have collected friends, new family, and all that is important to me.  

In 2019 I had a recurrence of the breast cancer I had in 2013.  Kim and I have been messing with this disease now for five years and it’s been a great journey.  We have gone on many trips together, often with other friends and family, often assuming it would be our last when it was not.  Kim has been the greatest companion and friend I’ve ever had even counting the two husbands.   I’m certainly looking forward to Kim’s growing passion for art and travel.  Enjoy, my darling.

To those who have died before me, I honor you.  My father, Tom, my mother Margaret, a.k.a. Peggy, who babied me until I left home at 18, I was her favorite, to my brother Tom who, unlike me, was on the right side of things but we could talk and laugh about it and I miss that, to Janice, our oldest sister, to my mother-in-law Virginia Walsh.

I am survived by my daughter Kim and her sweet husband John, brother Jon (Linda), sister Beth, sister Kathie (Fred), nieces and nephews, sister-in-law Peggy (Dennis).

Please, no flowers or plants.  Donate to your favorite charity, hopefully on the left side of things.

Janine died on March 7, 2024, at the age of 79 after one last trip to her favorite beach.  A celebration of her life will be held at the home she loved on the bluff overlooking the Mississippi starting at 4 p.m. on May 11, 2024.

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 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2024/3/1710187531552.jpeg" alt="Janine Walsh" />
 <figcaption>Janine Walsh</figcaption>
 </figure>This is my obituary and I am going to tell the story.I was born in 1945 to Tom and Margaret Odekirk in Santa Barbara, California, the youngest of six children. Our oldest sibling, Janice, died prior to all the rest of our births. Our father was a baker, and our mother stayed home to care for us all. After more moves than we cared to want we finally settled when I was five to a home in Northern California. I had the most wonderful childhood. There were five of us neighborhood kids who never saw the sunrise or the sunset without having done a lot fun of things together. We roamed around the woods behind our houses, plugged our ears to the sound of the trains being coupled and uncoupled at the large rail yard down the road, watched the hobo camps that had sprung up in the early 50s without fear or tribulation. Since our parents were clueless to what we were doing they probably had no fear either but that was the 1950s. In 1963 I married Jack Reagan and we had our daughter Kim in 1964. Jack finished his higher education and then I started my college career. I graduated summa cum laude from California State University, Fresno in 1978 and then from law school in 1982. I practiced bankruptcy, adoptions, and family law until I retired in 2008.Jack and I divorced sometime between 1977 and 1978 and remain friends.In 1985 I began my relationship with Jim Walsh whom I married in 2003. During our time together, Jim and I traveled for 10 months to the Far East and the Middle East in the early 1990s and then, for six months, to the Balkan States and Central America where Jim, a college Sociology instructor, had a sabbatical to study Civil War and civil strife in that area. It was interesting to say the least. I’ll hand it to Jim Walsh who helped me see the reasonableness of being on the left side of politics and social issues. Jim died in 2013 and I moved to Iowa to be near Kim in 2014. Once settled in Burlington I became involved in A Street Cat with No Desire, a trap, neuter, vaccinate, release organization as treasurer and sometimes trapper. I collected two more cats during this time and added them to the two I brought from California. Besides having a wonderful home overlooking the Mississippi River, besides cats I have collected friends, new family, and all that is important to me. In 2019 I had a recurrence of the breast cancer I had in 2013. Kim and I have been messing with this disease now for five years and it’s been a great journey. We have gone on many trips together, often with other friends and family, often assuming it would be our last when it was not. Kim has been the greatest companion and friend I’ve ever had even counting the two husbands. I’m certainly looking forward to Kim’s growing passion for art and travel. Enjoy, my darling.To those who have died before me, I honor you. My father, Tom, my mother Margaret, a.k.a. Peggy, who babied me until I left home at 18, I was her favorite, to my brother Tom who, unlike me, was on the right side of things but we could talk and laugh about it and I miss that, to Janice, our oldest sister, to my mother-in-law Virginia Walsh.I am survived by my daughter Kim and her sweet husband John, brother Jon (Linda), sister Beth, sister Kathie (Fred), nieces and nephews, sister-in-law Peggy (Dennis).Please, no flowers or plants. Donate to your favorite charity, hopefully on the left side of things.Janine died on March 7, 2024, at the age of 79 after one last trip to her favorite beach. A celebration of her life will be held at the home she loved on the bluff overlooking the Mississippi starting at 4 p.m. on May 11, 2024.

Janine Walsh

Virginia Lois Oberman, 88, of Yarmouth, died Friday, March 8, 2024, at The Klein Center, West Burlington.&nbsp; She was born April 5, 1935, in Burlington to Charles and Florine June Gabeline Michaels; the third of four girls.&nbsp; On July 31, 1955, she married Carroll I. Oberman in Pleasant Grove.&nbsp; Together they had two children, Mike and Patti Jo.&nbsp; She was a dedicated farm wife to Carroll for sixty-eight years.

Lois was a 1953 graduate of Yarmouth High School.&nbsp; She then graduated from Iowa Wesleyan College with a degree in elementary education and taught thirty-nine years for the Mediapolis school district; most of those years in the Yarmouth building.&nbsp; She thoroughly enjoyed teaching and made a huge impact on all of her elementary students, continuing to follow her students through high school activities and even college.&nbsp; She was a faithful “fan in the stands” for many years supporting the Bulldogs and Bullettes.&nbsp; One cannot forget her dedication to the Iowa Hawkeyes and her beloved Tom Brady.

She was a member of the E.C. Blackman Chapter, No. 306 Eastern Star.&nbsp; She and Carroll ran the caucus for Washington Township for many years and she was asked to work the elections as well.

Lois is survived by her husband Carroll; son Mike (Sonia) Oberman of Mediapolis; daughter Patti Jo (Duane) Patton of Burlington, and their families; sister Mary (Don) Beckman of Burlington; many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, and cousins.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents and her sisters Marilyn Japsen and Laurel Lukens.

Visitation for Mrs. Oberman will begin at noon on Thursday, March 14, 2024, at Elliott Chapel, New London with the family present to greet friends from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.&nbsp; The funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, March 15, at the Yarmouth School, Yarmouth. Friends are invited back to the school for a luncheon following the burial at Pleasant Grove Cemetery. The family requests casual attire be worn representing the black and orange Mediapolis Bulldogs or black and gold Iowa Hawkeyes.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Memorials have been established for the Yarmouth Fire Department and Mediapolis Ambulance Services.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at <a href="http://www.elliottfuneralchapel.com/">www.elliottfuneralchapel.com</a>.

Virginia Lois Oberman, 88, of Yarmouth, died Friday, March 8, 2024, at The Klein Center, West Burlington.&nbsp; She was born April 5, 1935, in Burlington to Charles and Florine June Gabeline Michaels; the third of four girls.&nbsp; On July 31, 1955, she married Carroll I. Oberman in Pleasant Grove.&nbsp; Together they had two children, Mike and Patti Jo.&nbsp; She was a dedicated farm wife to Carroll for sixty-eight years.Lois was a 1953 graduate of Yarmouth High School.&nbsp; She then graduated from Iowa Wesleyan College with a degree in elementary education and taught thirty-nine years for the Mediapolis school district; most of those years in the Yarmouth building.&nbsp; She thoroughly enjoyed teaching and made a huge impact on all of her elementary students, continuing to follow her students through high school activities and even college.&nbsp; She was a faithful “fan in the stands” for many years supporting the Bulldogs and Bullettes.&nbsp; One cannot forget her dedication to the Iowa Hawkeyes and her beloved Tom Brady.She was a member of the E.C. Blackman Chapter, No. 306 Eastern Star.&nbsp; She and Carroll ran the caucus for Washington Township for many years and she was asked to work the elections as well.Lois is survived by her husband Carroll; son Mike (Sonia) Oberman of Mediapolis; daughter Patti Jo (Duane) Patton of Burlington, and their families; sister Mary (Don) Beckman of Burlington; many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, and cousins.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents and her sisters Marilyn Japsen and Laurel Lukens.Visitation for Mrs. Oberman will begin at noon on Thursday, March 14, 2024, at Elliott Chapel, New London with the family present to greet friends from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.&nbsp; The funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, March 15, at the Yarmouth School, Yarmouth. Friends are invited back to the school for a luncheon following the burial at Pleasant Grove Cemetery. The family requests casual attire be worn representing the black and orange Mediapolis Bulldogs or black and gold Iowa Hawkeyes.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials have been established for the Yarmouth Fire Department and Mediapolis Ambulance Services.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at <a href="http://www.elliottfuneralchapel.com/">www.elliottfuneralchapel.com</a>.

Virginia Lois Oberman

Janet Castle, age 75, died March 3, 2024, at Good Samaritan Society in Canistota, S.D. She was born on April 28, 1948, to Robert and Pearl McKaughan in Sioux Falls, S.D.&nbsp;

Janet grew up in Sioux Falls and graduated from Lincoln High School. She was married to David Castle. Janet had a keen interest in horses and enjoyed horseback riding around Sioux Falls. Sometimes, she would even ride her horse downtown. Janet loved small animals, feeding the squirrels, her hamsters, and being in nature. She was a free-spirited girl and loved to lead people on trail rides with horses when she was in Colorado. Janet loved music, and she enjoyed playing the piano and Violin. Janet had a talent for cooking and could create delicious dishes with ease.

Grateful to have shared her life are her siblings, Anita (Bob) Fleming and Thomas McKaughan; nephews, Jeff (Margo), Christopher, Greg (Shelly), Michael, Robert, and Scott; niece, April; and eleven great nieces and nephews.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her husband, David Castle; parents, Robert and Pearl McKaughan.&nbsp;

A private graveside service will be held at Zion Lutheran Cemetery.

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 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2024/3/1710034331005.jpeg" alt="Janet Castle" />
 <figcaption>Janet Castle</figcaption>
 </figure>Janet Castle, age 75, died March 3, 2024, at Good Samaritan Society in Canistota, S.D. She was born on April 28, 1948, to Robert and Pearl McKaughan in Sioux Falls, S.D.&nbsp;Janet grew up in Sioux Falls and graduated from Lincoln High School. She was married to David Castle. Janet had a keen interest in horses and enjoyed horseback riding around Sioux Falls. Sometimes, she would even ride her horse downtown. Janet loved small animals, feeding the squirrels, her hamsters, and being in nature. She was a free-spirited girl and loved to lead people on trail rides with horses when she was in Colorado. Janet loved music, and she enjoyed playing the piano and Violin. Janet had a talent for cooking and could create delicious dishes with ease.Grateful to have shared her life are her siblings, Anita (Bob) Fleming and Thomas McKaughan; nephews, Jeff (Margo), Christopher, Greg (Shelly), Michael, Robert, and Scott; niece, April; and eleven great nieces and nephews.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her husband, David Castle; parents, Robert and Pearl McKaughan.&nbsp;A private graveside service will be held at Zion Lutheran Cemetery.Miller Funeral Home in Sioux Fall, SD is in care of the arrangements.Memorials may be directed to Good Samaritan Society in Canistota, SD.&nbsp;

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