Patricia Ann Van Niewaal, 88, of Lomax, Illinois, died Friday, Sept. 13, 2024 at the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington.

&nbsp;Patricia was born March 18, 1936 in Ottumwa, the daughter of Harold and Ollie Annis Hartley. On Aug. 24, 1957 she married Ronald D. Van Niewaal in Pella. He preceded her in death July 9, 2019.

&nbsp;Mrs. VanNiewaal was raised and educated in the Ottumwa area. She began working at a young age to help provide for her family. Shortly after her marriage, she and Ronnie relocated to Lomax, where she would spend the rest of her life as homemaker. She loved her family and especially loved cooking for her children and grandchildren. She was a member of the Lomax Saddle Club and attended Wednesday bingo night in Lomax, where she provided meals and desserts to fund-raise for the Lomax Haunted House Boys. She also enjoyed attending the Auction House in Ft. Madison.&nbsp;

&nbsp;Survivors include four children: Vikki Bowers of Lomax, Rod (Jeannie) Van Niewaal of Carman, Illinois, Ronnie Walker of Keosauqua, Iowa and Melissa Walker of Ft. Madison; 16 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren and a special niece: Tina (Rick) Kienlen of Burlington.&nbsp;

&nbsp;Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; one son: Randy Van Niewaal; one daughter in infancy: Brenda Van Niewaal and three siblings: Harold and Harry Hartley and Dorothy Enloe.&nbsp;

&nbsp;The family plans a graveside service, for Ronald and Patricia, at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 27, 2024 at Crane Cemetery, near Lomax, Illinois. The family plans to gather at The Pink Tavern following the service.&nbsp; &nbsp; A memorial fund has been established in her memory. Contributions may be left at the service or mailed to the Patricia Van Niewaal Memorial Fund, c/o Banks &amp; Beals Funeral Home, P.O. Box 503, LaHarpe, Illinois, 61450.

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 </figure>Patricia Ann Van Niewaal, 88, of Lomax, Illinois, died Friday, Sept. 13, 2024 at the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington.&nbsp;Patricia was born March 18, 1936 in Ottumwa, the daughter of Harold and Ollie Annis Hartley. On Aug. 24, 1957 she married Ronald D. Van Niewaal in Pella. He preceded her in death July 9, 2019.&nbsp;Mrs. VanNiewaal was raised and educated in the Ottumwa area. She began working at a young age to help provide for her family. Shortly after her marriage, she and Ronnie relocated to Lomax, where she would spend the rest of her life as homemaker. She loved her family and especially loved cooking for her children and grandchildren. She was a member of the Lomax Saddle Club and attended Wednesday bingo night in Lomax, where she provided meals and desserts to fund-raise for the Lomax Haunted House Boys. She also enjoyed attending the Auction House in Ft. Madison.&nbsp;&nbsp;Survivors include four children: Vikki Bowers of Lomax, Rod (Jeannie) Van Niewaal of Carman, Illinois, Ronnie Walker of Keosauqua, Iowa and Melissa Walker of Ft. Madison; 16 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren and a special niece: Tina (Rick) Kienlen of Burlington.&nbsp;&nbsp;Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; one son: Randy Van Niewaal; one daughter in infancy: Brenda Van Niewaal and three siblings: Harold and Harry Hartley and Dorothy Enloe.&nbsp;&nbsp;The family plans a graveside service, for Ronald and Patricia, at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 27, 2024 at Crane Cemetery, near Lomax, Illinois. The family plans to gather at The Pink Tavern following the service.&nbsp; &nbsp; A memorial fund has been established in her memory. Contributions may be left at the service or mailed to the Patricia Van Niewaal Memorial Fund, c/o Banks &amp; Beals Funeral Home, P.O. Box 503, LaHarpe, Illinois, 61450.

Patricia Ann Van Niewaal

Betty Gene Link, 98, of LaHarpe, Ill., died&nbsp; Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024 at Oak Lane Nursing &amp; Rehab in Stronghurst, Illinois.&nbsp;

Betty was born Aug. 12, 1926 in Macomb, Ill., the daughter of William Henry and Nora Edith (Taylor) Hobby. On September 14, 1946 she married Donald P. “Soup” Link in LaHarpe. He preceded her in death Feb. 7, 1998.&nbsp;

Betty attended Gilead country school east of LaHarpe and later graduated from the Burlington Beauty Academy. For a short time, she operated her own beauty shop in LaHarpe, before working as a nurses aide at the LaHarpe Hospital. She spent the later years of her career as a home health nurse.&nbsp;

Betty enjoyed babysitting her grandchildren, baking, attending flea markets and Spoon River Drive. She was a member of the LaHarpe American Legion Auxiliary and attended the LaHarpe Agape Church and later, the LaHarpe Christian Church.&nbsp;

Survivors include four children: Dale (Jennifer) Link of Hubbard, Oregon, Eva Anders of Abilene, Texas, Darrell Link of Lomax and Ella Joy Hirte of Dallas City; six grandchildren: Jeffrey, Brent, Summer, Michael, Natalie and Colin; nine great-grandchildren with one more on the way and two great-great-grandchildren.&nbsp;

Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by one son: Dennis Link; one son-in-law: Terry Anders; one grandson: Dalton Hirte; seven brothers and two sisters.

Banks &amp; Beals Funeral Home of LaHarpe is assisting the family.&nbsp;

Friends and family may sign the book and view from 9:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Septermber 18, 2024 at the LaHarpe Christian Church. No formal visitation will be held.&nbsp;

A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024 at the LaHarpe Cemetery.&nbsp;

A memorial fund has been established for the LaHarpe American Legion Auxiliary.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Betty Gene Link, 98, of LaHarpe, Ill., died&nbsp; Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024 at Oak Lane Nursing &amp; Rehab in Stronghurst, Illinois.&nbsp;Betty was born Aug. 12, 1926 in Macomb, Ill., the daughter of William Henry and Nora Edith (Taylor) Hobby. On September 14, 1946 she married Donald P. “Soup” Link in LaHarpe. He preceded her in death Feb. 7, 1998.&nbsp;Betty attended Gilead country school east of LaHarpe and later graduated from the Burlington Beauty Academy. For a short time, she operated her own beauty shop in LaHarpe, before working as a nurses aide at the LaHarpe Hospital. She spent the later years of her career as a home health nurse.&nbsp;Betty enjoyed babysitting her grandchildren, baking, attending flea markets and Spoon River Drive. She was a member of the LaHarpe American Legion Auxiliary and attended the LaHarpe Agape Church and later, the LaHarpe Christian Church.&nbsp;Survivors include four children: Dale (Jennifer) Link of Hubbard, Oregon, Eva Anders of Abilene, Texas, Darrell Link of Lomax and Ella Joy Hirte of Dallas City; six grandchildren: Jeffrey, Brent, Summer, Michael, Natalie and Colin; nine great-grandchildren with one more on the way and two great-great-grandchildren.&nbsp;Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by one son: Dennis Link; one son-in-law: Terry Anders; one grandson: Dalton Hirte; seven brothers and two sisters.Banks &amp; Beals Funeral Home of LaHarpe is assisting the family.&nbsp;Friends and family may sign the book and view from 9:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Septermber 18, 2024 at the LaHarpe Christian Church. No formal visitation will be held.&nbsp;A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024 at the LaHarpe Cemetery.&nbsp;A memorial fund has been established for the LaHarpe American Legion Auxiliary.&nbsp;

Betty Gene Link

Carl Aloysious Hellweg,&nbsp;82, of Houghton, died Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City.

He was born on July 1, 1942, in Houghton, the son of Aloysious and Marie Pomberg Hellweg. On Dec. 1, 1962, he married LaVina Rauenbuehler at St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church in West Point.

He is survived by his wife of sixty-one years: LaVina; children: Daniel (Amy) Hellweg of Mt. Hamill, Iowa, Carla (Tom) Steffensmeier of West Point, Iowa, Deb (Marty) Moeller of Mt. Pleasant, Iowa, Cathy (Scott) Stuecker of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; grandchildren: Blake, Connor, Bailey, Dan, Jenny, Nick, Steven, Mitchell, Makenzie, Ashlyn, Taylor; fifteen great-grandchildren: Ruby, Rose, James, Kathleen, Carly, Teddy, Preston, Leo, Hank, Hazel, Maggie, Layne, Cade, Cael, Drew; siblings: Alvera (Gene) Merschman, Lucille Olson and brother-in-law: Carl (Maryann) Rauenbuehler. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters: Clarice Abolt, Rose Mary Cash and granddaughter-in-law: Lori Steffensmeier.

Carl was a graduate of St. John’s Catholic High School. He was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus. He enjoyed farming, puzzle books, watching Westerns, playing and coaching baseball in his younger years and talking about old times. He was an avid Chicago Cubs and Bears fan and loved watching their games. Carl was quick witted and always had a smart comeback.

His body has been entrusted to the crematory of Schmitz Funeral Homes for cremation.

The family will receive friends from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 20, 2024, at St. John’s Catholic Church in Houghton.

A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 20, 2024, at St. John’s Catholic Church in Houghton with Father Dan Dorau as celebrant.

Burial will be at St. John’s Cemetery in Houghton.

Memorials have been established in his memory for Houghton Fire and Rescue or Holy Trinity Catholic Schools.

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 </figure>Carl Aloysious Hellweg,&nbsp;82, of Houghton, died Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City.He was born on July 1, 1942, in Houghton, the son of Aloysious and Marie Pomberg Hellweg. On Dec. 1, 1962, he married LaVina Rauenbuehler at St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church in West Point.He is survived by his wife of sixty-one years: LaVina; children: Daniel (Amy) Hellweg of Mt. Hamill, Iowa, Carla (Tom) Steffensmeier of West Point, Iowa, Deb (Marty) Moeller of Mt. Pleasant, Iowa, Cathy (Scott) Stuecker of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; grandchildren: Blake, Connor, Bailey, Dan, Jenny, Nick, Steven, Mitchell, Makenzie, Ashlyn, Taylor; fifteen great-grandchildren: Ruby, Rose, James, Kathleen, Carly, Teddy, Preston, Leo, Hank, Hazel, Maggie, Layne, Cade, Cael, Drew; siblings: Alvera (Gene) Merschman, Lucille Olson and brother-in-law: Carl (Maryann) Rauenbuehler. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters: Clarice Abolt, Rose Mary Cash and granddaughter-in-law: Lori Steffensmeier.Carl was a graduate of St. John’s Catholic High School. He was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus. He enjoyed farming, puzzle books, watching Westerns, playing and coaching baseball in his younger years and talking about old times. He was an avid Chicago Cubs and Bears fan and loved watching their games. Carl was quick witted and always had a smart comeback.His body has been entrusted to the crematory of Schmitz Funeral Homes for cremation.The family will receive friends from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 20, 2024, at St. John’s Catholic Church in Houghton.A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 20, 2024, at St. John’s Catholic Church in Houghton with Father Dan Dorau as celebrant.Burial will be at St. John’s Cemetery in Houghton.Memorials have been established in his memory for Houghton Fire and Rescue or Holy Trinity Catholic Schools.

Carl Aloysious Hellweg

Kenneth James “Jim” Moore,&nbsp;61, of Bonaparte, died Monday, Sept. 16, 2024, at Van Buren County Hospital in Keosauqua.

He was born on May 9, 1963, in Mt. Pleasant, the son of Larry and Mary Ellen Goudie Moore. On Aug.18, 1984, he married Lisa Rider at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Farmington.

Survivors include his wife: Lisa; children: Kate (Luke) Wells of Donnellson, Jake (Stacy) Moore of Keokuk, Paige (Whitney) Moore of Des Moines; grandchildren: Avery and Carson Wells, Camron, Jason and Landon Moore; father: Larry Moore of Bonaparte; mother-in-law: Louise Rider of Farmington; siblings: Mary Jo (Keith) Heitzman of Tampa, Florida, Sharon (Mike) Burek of Winsted, Connecticut, Doug (Angie) Moore of Donnellson. Also surviving are several nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his mother: Mary Ellen Moore and father-in-law: Tom Rider.

Jim was a 1981 graduate of Harmony High School. He attended Iowa State University and then returned to the family farm. He finished his career as a partner with his brother Doug at their business, Moore Seed and Service. Jim was a member of St. Boniface Catholic Church, Farmington Actioneers, Farmington EMTs, IHSAA as a basketball referee, Lee County Cattleman, Farmington Rod and Gun Club, Atta-Boy Hunt Club. He enjoyed fishing, deer hunting, watching sports, woodworking, playing cards, socializing with friends and most of all, being a grandpa.

A visitation will be held from 12 noon to 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Schmitz Funeral Home in Donnellson, where the family will receive friends from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home.

A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024, at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Farmington with Father Dan Dorau as celebrant.

Burial will be at Sharon Cemetery, rural Farmington, Iowa.

A celebration of life will follow at the Houghton Knights of Columbus Rural Life Club.

Memorials have established in his memory for Houghton Rural Life Club, Farmington Rod and Gun Club or Farmington American Legion.

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 </figure>Kenneth James “Jim” Moore,&nbsp;61, of Bonaparte, died Monday, Sept. 16, 2024, at Van Buren County Hospital in Keosauqua.He was born on May 9, 1963, in Mt. Pleasant, the son of Larry and Mary Ellen Goudie Moore. On Aug.18, 1984, he married Lisa Rider at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Farmington.Survivors include his wife: Lisa; children: Kate (Luke) Wells of Donnellson, Jake (Stacy) Moore of Keokuk, Paige (Whitney) Moore of Des Moines; grandchildren: Avery and Carson Wells, Camron, Jason and Landon Moore; father: Larry Moore of Bonaparte; mother-in-law: Louise Rider of Farmington; siblings: Mary Jo (Keith) Heitzman of Tampa, Florida, Sharon (Mike) Burek of Winsted, Connecticut, Doug (Angie) Moore of Donnellson. Also surviving are several nieces, nephews and cousins.He was preceded in death by his mother: Mary Ellen Moore and father-in-law: Tom Rider.Jim was a 1981 graduate of Harmony High School. He attended Iowa State University and then returned to the family farm. He finished his career as a partner with his brother Doug at their business, Moore Seed and Service. Jim was a member of St. Boniface Catholic Church, Farmington Actioneers, Farmington EMTs, IHSAA as a basketball referee, Lee County Cattleman, Farmington Rod and Gun Club, Atta-Boy Hunt Club. He enjoyed fishing, deer hunting, watching sports, woodworking, playing cards, socializing with friends and most of all, being a grandpa.A visitation will be held from 12 noon to 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Schmitz Funeral Home in Donnellson, where the family will receive friends from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home.A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024, at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Farmington with Father Dan Dorau as celebrant.Burial will be at Sharon Cemetery, rural Farmington, Iowa.A celebration of life will follow at the Houghton Knights of Columbus Rural Life Club.Memorials have established in his memory for Houghton Rural Life Club, Farmington Rod and Gun Club or Farmington American Legion.

Kenneth James "Jim" Moore

Connie Sue Brunsell, 77, died Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024, at Wesley Medical Center.&nbsp; She was surrounded by her family.

Connie was born to Elza and Clara Bennett on April 17, 1947, in Burlington.&nbsp; As a young girl, she participated in the Girl Scouts.&nbsp; In the spring of 1965, Connie graduated from Burlington High School.&nbsp; A few years after graduation, on June 22, 1968, Connie married her high school sweetheart, Thomas Brunsell. Together, they would raise their two children as a military family.&nbsp;

Connie enjoyed traveling and was able to share that with her children while the family was stationed in Germany. She took a lot of pride showing her children different parts of the world. She created lasting memories with them that she proudly displayed throughout her home.&nbsp; Despite her love of travel, being home with family to celebrate holidays and special occasions meant the most to Connie.&nbsp;

Though she loved her hometown, Connie made Derby, KS her home in 1984 following her husband’s retirement from the military. In 1985, after years of being a military wife and homemaker, she joined The Boeing Company. She retired as a Senior International Contracts Manager in the fall 2010.

During her retirement, Connie enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.&nbsp; She particularly enjoyed spoiling and cuddling with her dog, Dixie.

Connie is survived by her children, Jim Brunsell and Susan Brunsell, her granddaughters, Logan Neer, Katelyn Neer, and MacKenzie Neer, her great-granddaughters Arya Jo and Robin, and her sister JoAnn Hook (Richard) along with numerous cousins.&nbsp;

Connie was preceded in her passing by her parents, her husband, and her beloved dog, Dixie.&nbsp;

A private service has been planned for Sept. 12, 2024, at Smith Family Mortuary. In lieu of flowers, Connie preferred that donations be made to&nbsp;<a href="https://donate.k9sforwarriors.org/" target="_blank">K9s For Warriors</a>&nbsp;– a non-profit organization that provides K9s to veterans with PTSD, at&nbsp;<a href="https://donate.k9sforwarriors.org/" target="_blank">https://donate.k9sforwarriors.org/</a>.

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 </figure>Connie Sue Brunsell, 77, died Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024, at Wesley Medical Center.&nbsp; She was surrounded by her family.Connie was born to Elza and Clara Bennett on April 17, 1947, in Burlington.&nbsp; As a young girl, she participated in the Girl Scouts.&nbsp; In the spring of 1965, Connie graduated from Burlington High School.&nbsp; A few years after graduation, on June 22, 1968, Connie married her high school sweetheart, Thomas Brunsell. Together, they would raise their two children as a military family.&nbsp;Connie enjoyed traveling and was able to share that with her children while the family was stationed in Germany. She took a lot of pride showing her children different parts of the world. She created lasting memories with them that she proudly displayed throughout her home.&nbsp; Despite her love of travel, being home with family to celebrate holidays and special occasions meant the most to Connie.&nbsp;Though she loved her hometown, Connie made Derby, KS her home in 1984 following her husband’s retirement from the military. In 1985, after years of being a military wife and homemaker, she joined The Boeing Company. She retired as a Senior International Contracts Manager in the fall 2010.During her retirement, Connie enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.&nbsp; She particularly enjoyed spoiling and cuddling with her dog, Dixie.Connie is survived by her children, Jim Brunsell and Susan Brunsell, her granddaughters, Logan Neer, Katelyn Neer, and MacKenzie Neer, her great-granddaughters Arya Jo and Robin, and her sister JoAnn Hook (Richard) along with numerous cousins.&nbsp;Connie was preceded in her passing by her parents, her husband, and her beloved dog, Dixie.&nbsp;A private service has been planned for Sept. 12, 2024, at Smith Family Mortuary. In lieu of flowers, Connie preferred that donations be made to&nbsp;<a href="https://donate.k9sforwarriors.org/" target="_blank">K9s For Warriors</a>&nbsp;– a non-profit organization that provides K9s to veterans with PTSD, at&nbsp;<a href="https://donate.k9sforwarriors.org/" target="_blank">https://donate.k9sforwarriors.org/</a>.

Connie Sue Brunsell

Robert Wing Eisenhart, 100, of Portland, Ore., died June 3, 2024. He was born Dec. 16, 1923 in Burlington, to Albert Vern and Wilma Wagner Eisenhart.

He married Helen Galvin on Dec. 27, 1942, before he joined the Marines to serve as an aerial navigator in the Pacific during World War II. They had two children together, Ann and Robert Wayne and spent 75 years together before her death in 2018.

After the war, Bob and his young family lived in a Quonset hut while he earned his chemistry degree from Iowa State College in 1948. Almost 40 years later he got a Master's in Environmental Science from State University of Illinois in 1984.

Bob started his career at the Burlington Atomic Energy Commission and Iowa Army Ammunition plant eventually rising to chief chemist. He then went on to positions in Arizona and Wisconsin with titles including pyrotechnic engineer, explosives chemist, and upper atmosphere chemical payload engineer.

His attention switched from fire to water when he became a Resource Planner and Environmental Protection Engineer for the Illinois EPA in Petersburg, IL. He worked at the Illinois EPA until retirement.

Indeed, Bob was passionate about the environment long before it became a widely acknowledged issue of concern. After moving to Illinois, he helped found the first chapter of the Sierra Club in the state. He participated in a field study program, Project Ocean Search, where he was dive buddies with Jean-Michael Cousteau, son of Jacques Cousteau. In his 70s he went on a scientific research expedition to Antarctica. He was an avid traveler throughout his life going to every continent but Australia. He and Helen went on multiple international cruises when they were in their 80s and after her death he traveled to Iceland with his granddaughters in his 90s.

Much of Bob and Helen’s travel was for the 30+ work mission trips they took with United Methodist Volunteers in Mission, including to Alaska and Africa. But Haiti held a truly special place in their hearts and was where they did most of their mission work, building schools and churches and other assistance projects. &nbsp; Bob was active in community life wherever they lived, volunteering for, and often holding office in, community organizations such as school boards, planning and zoning commissions, symphony boards, Boy Scouts, and the US Junior Chamber of Commerce.

Bob was involved in a wide variety of hobbies and volunteer projects over the years. He performed in community theater, did acrobatic horse riding and gymnastics in his youth, and participated in volunteer archaeological digs. He preferred fact to fiction, reading through the encyclopedia at least twice and rarely watching television.&nbsp;

And he always sang in the choir. Singing was a passion for Bob, which drew him to join church and community choirs. A tenor, he was named “Outstanding New Singer” at the International United Methodist church choir in Atlanta. He co-founded the Menard County Singers who sang at the dedication of Lincoln's Presidential Museum in Springfield, IL.&nbsp;&nbsp;

In 2007, Helen and Bob moved to Portland, to be closer to family including their two oldest great-grandchildren, Cecelia and Rowan. They would watch the kids after school, read them books and ply them with ice cream.

Survivors include five grandchildren, Amy Denniston of Washington, DC; Sara (Bill) Eddie of Portland, OR; Eric Eisenhart (Kat Ogaz) of Santa Rosa, CA; Joshua Eisenhart of Sebastopol, CA; Abrie Eisenhart of Kailu-Kona, HI; six great-grandchildren; two nieces, Jill Quakenbush of Washington, IA and Leslie Simon of Glenview, IL; and a nephew Jay Simon of&nbsp; Littleton, CO.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Helen, his children Ann Galvin-Eisenhart and Robert Wayne Eisenhart and his siblings Wilmer (Bill) Eisenhart and Joan (Jo) Simon.

The Graveside Committal Service for Robert and Helen Eisenhart will be September 21 at 1 p.m. at Aspen Grove Cemetery in Burlington.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Robert Wing Eisenhart, 100, of Portland, Ore., died June 3, 2024. He was born Dec. 16, 1923 in Burlington, to Albert Vern and Wilma Wagner Eisenhart.He married Helen Galvin on Dec. 27, 1942, before he joined the Marines to serve as an aerial navigator in the Pacific during World War II. They had two children together, Ann and Robert Wayne and spent 75 years together before her death in 2018.After the war, Bob and his young family lived in a Quonset hut while he earned his chemistry degree from Iowa State College in 1948. Almost 40 years later he got a Master's in Environmental Science from State University of Illinois in 1984.Bob started his career at the Burlington Atomic Energy Commission and Iowa Army Ammunition plant eventually rising to chief chemist. He then went on to positions in Arizona and Wisconsin with titles including pyrotechnic engineer, explosives chemist, and upper atmosphere chemical payload engineer.His attention switched from fire to water when he became a Resource Planner and Environmental Protection Engineer for the Illinois EPA in Petersburg, IL. He worked at the Illinois EPA until retirement. Indeed, Bob was passionate about the environment long before it became a widely acknowledged issue of concern. After moving to Illinois, he helped found the first chapter of the Sierra Club in the state. He participated in a field study program, Project Ocean Search, where he was dive buddies with Jean-Michael Cousteau, son of Jacques Cousteau. In his 70s he went on a scientific research expedition to Antarctica. He was an avid traveler throughout his life going to every continent but Australia. He and Helen went on multiple international cruises when they were in their 80s and after her death he traveled to Iceland with his granddaughters in his 90s.Much of Bob and Helen’s travel was for the 30+ work mission trips they took with United Methodist Volunteers in Mission, including to Alaska and Africa. But Haiti held a truly special place in their hearts and was where they did most of their mission work, building schools and churches and other assistance projects. &nbsp; Bob was active in community life wherever they lived, volunteering for, and often holding office in, community organizations such as school boards, planning and zoning commissions, symphony boards, Boy Scouts, and the US Junior Chamber of Commerce.Bob was involved in a wide variety of hobbies and volunteer projects over the years. He performed in community theater, did acrobatic horse riding and gymnastics in his youth, and participated in volunteer archaeological digs. He preferred fact to fiction, reading through the encyclopedia at least twice and rarely watching television.&nbsp;And he always sang in the choir. Singing was a passion for Bob, which drew him to join church and community choirs. A tenor, he was named “Outstanding New Singer” at the International United Methodist church choir in Atlanta. He co-founded the Menard County Singers who sang at the dedication of Lincoln's Presidential Museum in Springfield, IL.&nbsp;&nbsp;In 2007, Helen and Bob moved to Portland, to be closer to family including their two oldest great-grandchildren, Cecelia and Rowan. They would watch the kids after school, read them books and ply them with ice cream.Survivors include five grandchildren, Amy Denniston of Washington, DC; Sara (Bill) Eddie of Portland, OR; Eric Eisenhart (Kat Ogaz) of Santa Rosa, CA; Joshua Eisenhart of Sebastopol, CA; Abrie Eisenhart of Kailu-Kona, HI; six great-grandchildren; two nieces, Jill Quakenbush of Washington, IA and Leslie Simon of Glenview, IL; and a nephew Jay Simon of&nbsp; Littleton, CO.He was preceded in death by his wife, Helen, his children Ann Galvin-Eisenhart and Robert Wayne Eisenhart and his siblings Wilmer (Bill) Eisenhart and Joan (Jo) Simon.The Graveside Committal Service for Robert and Helen Eisenhart will be September 21 at 1 p.m. at Aspen Grove Cemetery in Burlington.&nbsp;

Robert Wing Eisenhart

Diana LaVon Martin, 63, of Burlington, died Friday, Sept. 13, 2024, at Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West Burlington.

Born on Jan. 6, 1961, in San Diego, Calif., she was the daughter of Donald and Mary Huges Kaulbars. On Dec. 28, 1980, in San Diego, California, she married Roy Martin.

Diana graduated in 1978 from Point Loma High School in San Diego, Callifornia. She worked for Burlington Community School District for twenty-one years and retired in 2023. Diana was of Christian faith. In her free time, she loved to read a good book, especially Stephen King books. She also enjoyed music, reggae being her favorite genre, and a good drama show. Diana looked forward to enjoying multiple cups of coffee every morning and sharing funny coffee memes. You wouldn’t want to challenge her in a game of trivia because you would not win and if you couldn’t figure out a crossword puzzle, Diana was the person to ask. Most of all Diana loved her family and absolutely adored her grandchildren. She was so very proud of each one of them.

She is survived by her loving husband Roy; six children: Brian (Andrea) Kaulbars, Amber (Jason) Lucas, Kristin (Jason) Kelly, Samantha (James) Davis, Kaci (Billy Bailey) Martin and Gabriel (Ryan Combass) Martin; eight grandchildren: Johnathan, Abigail, Isa Belle, Arianne, Crystallana, Keith, Zoey and Anya; one brother Michael Kaulbas and two sisters: Crystal Kaulbars and Ronda De Marco.

She was preceded in death by her parents; infant son Joshua at birth; in-laws Roy and Elizabeth Martin Sr.

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

The memorial service for Diana will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 20, 2024 at Lunning Chapel with Pastor Jarid Myers officiating. A one-hour visitation will be held prior to the service where the family will meet with friends.

A memorial has been established in her memory to help with funeral expenses.

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 </figure>Diana LaVon Martin, 63, of Burlington, died Friday, Sept. 13, 2024, at Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West Burlington.Born on Jan. 6, 1961, in San Diego, Calif., she was the daughter of Donald and Mary Huges Kaulbars. On Dec. 28, 1980, in San Diego, California, she married Roy Martin.Diana graduated in 1978 from Point Loma High School in San Diego, Callifornia. She worked for Burlington Community School District for twenty-one years and retired in 2023. Diana was of Christian faith. In her free time, she loved to read a good book, especially Stephen King books. She also enjoyed music, reggae being her favorite genre, and a good drama show. Diana looked forward to enjoying multiple cups of coffee every morning and sharing funny coffee memes. You wouldn’t want to challenge her in a game of trivia because you would not win and if you couldn’t figure out a crossword puzzle, Diana was the person to ask. Most of all Diana loved her family and absolutely adored her grandchildren. She was so very proud of each one of them.She is survived by her loving husband Roy; six children: Brian (Andrea) Kaulbars, Amber (Jason) Lucas, Kristin (Jason) Kelly, Samantha (James) Davis, Kaci (Billy Bailey) Martin and Gabriel (Ryan Combass) Martin; eight grandchildren: Johnathan, Abigail, Isa Belle, Arianne, Crystallana, Keith, Zoey and Anya; one brother Michael Kaulbas and two sisters: Crystal Kaulbars and Ronda De Marco.She was preceded in death by her parents; infant son Joshua at birth; in-laws Roy and Elizabeth Martin Sr.Per her wishes cremation has been accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel.The memorial service for Diana will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 20, 2024 at Lunning Chapel with Pastor Jarid Myers officiating. A one-hour visitation will be held prior to the service where the family will meet with friends.A memorial has been established in her memory to help with funeral expenses.

Diana Martin

Ralph Edward “Ed” Whitmore, died Sept. 14, 2024. Born Sept. 22, 2024, in Colin, Iowa, he was son of Ralph Burdette Whitmore and Frances Virginia Cain.

Ed’s family moved to the outskirts of Denver, Colorado in 1941, when his father worked on B29 bombers during World War II. Ed attended a country school his first and second year, attending public school in Arvada beginning in the third grade. In 1947 they moved back to Coin, Iowa.

Ed completed his lower education at Coin Consolidated High School, graduating president of his class in 1956.

The following year he attended Nebraska State Teachers College with the intention of transferring to Iowa State after his first year.

Ed and his future wife Patricia Ann “Pat” Barker met in 1959, while they both attended Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa. They married on April 14, 1960.

Graduating from Iowa State University with a degree in Forest Management in the summer of 1961, he accepted a position as a Forester with the United States Forest Service on the Olympic National Forest at Forks, Washington.

Daughter Catherine Lorelle Whitmore born Oct. 18, 1961.

Son Steven Edward Whitmore born Oct. 8, 1964.

In 1966, Ed and family moved to Quinault, Washington, where he was promoted to head of Timber Sales Preparation. After two years, he was promoted again and transferred to the Willamette National Forest in Detroit, Oregon, in charge of Resource Management. An avid outdoorsman, he spent his spare time fishing and taking his family hiking and backpacking.

The summer of 1972, Ed was selected to lead a team that developed a management plan for the newly created Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area on the Siuslaw National Forest in Reedsport, Oregon.

In the spring of 1975, he was promoted again to District Ranger on the Tieton Ranger District of Wenatchee National Forest, near Naches, Washington. This was very diverse district which included a wilderness area and a ski area on approximately 120,000 acres of National Forest land. These two areas had no formal management plan, so Ed’s assignment was to create and implement a multiple use land management plan, as well manage the efforts of 200 subordinates. Always looking to expand family outdoor activities, here they took up downhill skiing, cycling, running, camping, bird hunting and took their hiking to a new level, regularly logging 300+ miles in a summer. All this rating culminated in the ascent of Mount Rainer, the highest mountain in the Pacific Northwest.

1979 he was transferred to District Ranger at Estacada, Oregon on the Mt Hood National Forest. Here he developed a management plan for the new created Mt Jefferson Wilderness Area.

While here, his kids Cathy and Steve were finishing high school. The school failed to secure funding for its budget and was forced to close for over a month. Ed ran for the school board and quickly became president of the board. He was able to get the school reopened quickly and was widely hailed for his open/honest communication and his ability to listen to the public.

Ed also became a member of the Portland Wheelman, he and Pat regularly participated in club bicycle rides. They eventually purchased a custom tandem bicycle and became very skilled at riding together, often outpacing some of the best single riders. Their best single day effort stands 250 miles.

Promoted again in 1982, Ed was put in charge of Timber Management on the 1.32-million-acre Gifford Pinchot National Forest, necessitating a move to Vancouver, Washington.

In August of 1987, he was promoted and transferred to the Washington, DC Office of the United States Forest Service as Director of Timber Sales nationally. Here Ed and Pat enjoyed all the museums and monuments D.C. has to offer, with the added benefit of being close to Pat’s family.

In spring of 1991 he transferred to San Francisco, California as head of Timber Management for Region Five (California and Hawaii). Ed spent significant time filling in as Deputy Regional Forester before retiring. He was also sent as a delegate to the World Forestry Congress in Paris, France. Pat joined him on the Post Congress Tour in the French Alps, where he gave a speech to hundreds of foresters from around the world.

Settled in Vallejo, California, one of their first visits to Community Presbyterian Church happened to be Father’s Day and there was a luncheon put on by the women of the church. The Minister asked them to join him at a table and asked Ed what were the top two things he always wanted to do. Ed said “that is easy”, I want to learn to play the bagpipes and paint with water colors. The minister said “well, not sure about painting with water colors but we have three bagpipers here in the church” and he pointed them out. That afternoon Ed met with them and he was on his way. He bought Great Highland Pipes from Scotland and piped for over 20 years, until 2015 when side effects of cancer treatment prevented him from playing.

Retiring in 1995 Ed and Pat started a small business, operated out of their home in Vallejo. In 2004 they were looking for a change of pace and decided to move back to Iowa. After touring many towns, they decided on Burlington. Once established in Burlington, Ed was asked to be the manager of Footnotes Bookstore at the local library. A wonderful fit considering Ed’s love of books and history. Always a volunteer, he did this for seven years and became quite a reliable resource for many of Burlington’s citizens.

Retirement also gave him time to pursue many of his other interests, which included, painting with water colors, volunteering at the First Presbyterian Church, singing in the choir and international travel. He never said no to a new adventure, traveling to over 25 countries, from the Middle East to Europe and Southeast Asia. Ed and Pat also enjoyed touring the country in their RV, often taking their grandkids out on epic adventures.

Family surviving: his wife Pat Whitmore, daughter Cathy Brink, son Cap. Steve (Malou) Whitmore, grandchildren Dr. Austin (Dr. Alethiea) Whitmore, Alexandria Brink, Ashley Brink and great grandchildren Liam Mitchel and Adalynn Brianne Stevens; two brothers, Michael Douglas (Mary) Whitmore, Richard Lee (Caroline) Whitmore and numerous nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death: parents, sister, Adena Kay Anderson and brother Phillip Bruce Whitmore.

The funeral service for Mr. Ralph Edward “Ed” Whitmore, will be held at the First Presbyterian Church. 11 am Friday, September 20, 2024, with the Rev. Dick Johnson officiating. The family will receive friends 10 am until the time of service.

A memorial has been established for the First Presbyterian Church Organ Fund.

Inurnment will be held 11 am Saturday, September 21st in Aspen Grove Cemetery.

Lunning Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2024/9/1726601777923.jpeg" alt="Ralph Edward "Ed" Whitmore" />
 <figcaption>Ralph Edward "Ed" Whitmore</figcaption>
 </figure>Ralph Edward “Ed” Whitmore, died Sept. 14, 2024. Born Sept. 22, 2024, in Colin, Iowa, he was son of Ralph Burdette Whitmore and Frances Virginia Cain.Ed’s family moved to the outskirts of Denver, Colorado in 1941, when his father worked on B29 bombers during World War II. Ed attended a country school his first and second year, attending public school in Arvada beginning in the third grade. In 1947 they moved back to Coin, Iowa.Ed completed his lower education at Coin Consolidated High School, graduating president of his class in 1956.The following year he attended Nebraska State Teachers College with the intention of transferring to Iowa State after his first year.Ed and his future wife Patricia Ann “Pat” Barker met in 1959, while they both attended Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa. They married on April 14, 1960.Graduating from Iowa State University with a degree in Forest Management in the summer of 1961, he accepted a position as a Forester with the United States Forest Service on the Olympic National Forest at Forks, Washington.Daughter Catherine Lorelle Whitmore born Oct. 18, 1961.Son Steven Edward Whitmore born Oct. 8, 1964.In 1966, Ed and family moved to Quinault, Washington, where he was promoted to head of Timber Sales Preparation. After two years, he was promoted again and transferred to the Willamette National Forest in Detroit, Oregon, in charge of Resource Management. An avid outdoorsman, he spent his spare time fishing and taking his family hiking and backpacking.The summer of 1972, Ed was selected to lead a team that developed a management plan for the newly created Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area on the Siuslaw National Forest in Reedsport, Oregon.In the spring of 1975, he was promoted again to District Ranger on the Tieton Ranger District of Wenatchee National Forest, near Naches, Washington. This was very diverse district which included a wilderness area and a ski area on approximately 120,000 acres of National Forest land. These two areas had no formal management plan, so Ed’s assignment was to create and implement a multiple use land management plan, as well manage the efforts of 200 subordinates. Always looking to expand family outdoor activities, here they took up downhill skiing, cycling, running, camping, bird hunting and took their hiking to a new level, regularly logging 300+ miles in a summer. All this rating culminated in the ascent of Mount Rainer, the highest mountain in the Pacific Northwest.1979 he was transferred to District Ranger at Estacada, Oregon on the Mt Hood National Forest. Here he developed a management plan for the new created Mt Jefferson Wilderness Area.While here, his kids Cathy and Steve were finishing high school. The school failed to secure funding for its budget and was forced to close for over a month. Ed ran for the school board and quickly became president of the board. He was able to get the school reopened quickly and was widely hailed for his open/honest communication and his ability to listen to the public.Ed also became a member of the Portland Wheelman, he and Pat regularly participated in club bicycle rides. They eventually purchased a custom tandem bicycle and became very skilled at riding together, often outpacing some of the best single riders. Their best single day effort stands 250 miles.Promoted again in 1982, Ed was put in charge of Timber Management on the 1.32-million-acre Gifford Pinchot National Forest, necessitating a move to Vancouver, Washington.In August of 1987, he was promoted and transferred to the Washington, DC Office of the United States Forest Service as Director of Timber Sales nationally. Here Ed and Pat enjoyed all the museums and monuments D.C. has to offer, with the added benefit of being close to Pat’s family.In spring of 1991 he transferred to San Francisco, California as head of Timber Management for Region Five (California and Hawaii). Ed spent significant time filling in as Deputy Regional Forester before retiring. He was also sent as a delegate to the World Forestry Congress in Paris, France. Pat joined him on the Post Congress Tour in the French Alps, where he gave a speech to hundreds of foresters from around the world.Settled in Vallejo, California, one of their first visits to Community Presbyterian Church happened to be Father’s Day and there was a luncheon put on by the women of the church. The Minister asked them to join him at a table and asked Ed what were the top two things he always wanted to do. Ed said “that is easy”, I want to learn to play the bagpipes and paint with water colors. The minister said “well, not sure about painting with water colors but we have three bagpipers here in the church” and he pointed them out. That afternoon Ed met with them and he was on his way. He bought Great Highland Pipes from Scotland and piped for over 20 years, until 2015 when side effects of cancer treatment prevented him from playing.Retiring in 1995 Ed and Pat started a small business, operated out of their home in Vallejo. In 2004 they were looking for a change of pace and decided to move back to Iowa. After touring many towns, they decided on Burlington. Once established in Burlington, Ed was asked to be the manager of Footnotes Bookstore at the local library. A wonderful fit considering Ed’s love of books and history. Always a volunteer, he did this for seven years and became quite a reliable resource for many of Burlington’s citizens.Retirement also gave him time to pursue many of his other interests, which included, painting with water colors, volunteering at the First Presbyterian Church, singing in the choir and international travel. He never said no to a new adventure, traveling to over 25 countries, from the Middle East to Europe and Southeast Asia. Ed and Pat also enjoyed touring the country in their RV, often taking their grandkids out on epic adventures.Family surviving: his wife Pat Whitmore, daughter Cathy Brink, son Cap. Steve (Malou) Whitmore, grandchildren Dr. Austin (Dr. Alethiea) Whitmore, Alexandria Brink, Ashley Brink and great grandchildren Liam Mitchel and Adalynn Brianne Stevens; two brothers, Michael Douglas (Mary) Whitmore, Richard Lee (Caroline) Whitmore and numerous nieces and nephews.Preceded in death: parents, sister, Adena Kay Anderson and brother Phillip Bruce Whitmore.The funeral service for Mr. Ralph Edward “Ed” Whitmore, will be held at the First Presbyterian Church. 11 am Friday, September 20, 2024, with the Rev. Dick Johnson officiating. The family will receive friends 10 am until the time of service.A memorial has been established for the First Presbyterian Church Organ Fund.Inurnment will be held 11 am Saturday, September 21st in Aspen Grove Cemetery.Lunning Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.

Ralph Edward “Ed” Whitmore

Milton Edward “Butch” Akey died Aug. 31, 2024. He was born Sept. 24, 1947, in Burlington, to Charles and Margaret Akey.&nbsp;

He married Sharon in 1966 at Flint Hills Church of the Nazarene in Burlington. She preceded him in death in 2018.

His survivors include his daughters, Rebecca Morgan and Esther Wescoe; one grandson;&nbsp; one great-grandson; and his sisters Debbie Krieger and Lois Akey.

Pastor Akey’s funeral was held at Flint Hills Church of the Nazarene in Burlington, on Sept. 14. His service was officiated by Rev. Larry Dodds and the Rev. Ron Jewett.

He will be laid to rest at Aspen Grove Cemetery.

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 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2024/9/1726600854058.jpeg" alt="Milton Edward Akey" />
 <figcaption>Milton Edward Akey</figcaption>
 </figure>Milton Edward “Butch” Akey died Aug. 31, 2024. He was born Sept. 24, 1947, in Burlington, to Charles and Margaret Akey.&nbsp;He married Sharon in 1966 at Flint Hills Church of the Nazarene in Burlington. She preceded him in death in 2018.His survivors include his daughters, Rebecca Morgan and Esther Wescoe; one grandson;&nbsp; one great-grandson; and his sisters Debbie Krieger and Lois Akey.Pastor Akey’s funeral was held at Flint Hills Church of the Nazarene in Burlington, on Sept. 14. His service was officiated by Rev. Larry Dodds and the Rev. Ron Jewett.He will be laid to rest at Aspen Grove Cemetery.

Milton Edward Akey

Virginia Wistrom, 97, of Fort Worth, Texas, formerly of Burlington, died Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024, at the Harris Methodist Hospital in Fort Worth, Texas.

Born Sept. 21, 1926, at home in rural Winfield, she was the daughter of Ray Walter and Bertha Marie Schenk.

She was a graduate of the Iowa School for the Deaf in Council Bluffs, Iowa.

She married Leonard Wistrom on April 8, 1950 in Des Moines, Iowa, he preceded her in death on Nov. 18, 1987. She married Jacob Bice in Fort Worth, Texas.

Virginia was a spunky, social butterfly. She loved sweets and looked forward to a cup of coffee and a cookie every morning. She was outright flirtatious and loved to laugh. She enjoyed shopping and would never miss an opportunity to dance.

She is survived by her husband Jacob Bice of Fort Worth, Texas; three children, Dan (Jacky) Wistrom, Rod (Debbie) Wistrom and Phyllis Benz; eight grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren; sister Kathryn Schenk (Chuck) Benz; brother Cecil (Betty) Schenk; nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, daughter Lusena Carpenter and son-in-law Richard Carpenter.

A memorial has been established for the Iowa School of the Deaf in Council Bluffs.

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2024/9/1726599927483.jpeg" alt="Virginia Wistrom" />
 <figcaption>Virginia Wistrom</figcaption>
 </figure>Virginia Wistrom, 97, of Fort Worth, Texas, formerly of Burlington, died Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024, at the Harris Methodist Hospital in Fort Worth, Texas.Born Sept. 21, 1926, at home in rural Winfield, she was the daughter of Ray Walter and Bertha Marie Schenk.She was a graduate of the Iowa School for the Deaf in Council Bluffs, Iowa.She married Leonard Wistrom on April 8, 1950 in Des Moines, Iowa, he preceded her in death on Nov. 18, 1987. She married Jacob Bice in Fort Worth, Texas.Virginia was a spunky, social butterfly. She loved sweets and looked forward to a cup of coffee and a cookie every morning. She was outright flirtatious and loved to laugh. She enjoyed shopping and would never miss an opportunity to dance.She is survived by her husband Jacob Bice of Fort Worth, Texas; three children, Dan (Jacky) Wistrom, Rod (Debbie) Wistrom and Phyllis Benz; eight grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren; sister Kathryn Schenk (Chuck) Benz; brother Cecil (Betty) Schenk; nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, daughter Lusena Carpenter and son-in-law Richard Carpenter.Private family services were held.A memorial has been established for the Iowa School of the Deaf in Council Bluffs.

Virginia Wistrom

Steven Eugene Craig, 66, of Burlington, died Friday, Sept. 6, 2024, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington.

Born Jan. 2, 1958, he was the son of Carl Eugene and Dorothy Lee “Dottie” Craig.

He married Christine Callaway, even though they later divorced, he never stopped loving her.

Steve enjoyed duck and turkey hunting, fishing and camping.

He is survived by his two sons; Timothy Craig of Fort Madison and Michael Craig of Burlington; three grandchildren, Malea Tanae Craig and Ashton Gillis; his father Carl Craig of Burlington and brother Scott Craig of Burlington.

He was preceded in death by his mother and nephew Thomas Craig.

Cremation has been accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel.

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 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2024/9/1726599842715.jpeg" alt="Steven Eugene Craig" />
 <figcaption>Steven Eugene Craig</figcaption>
 </figure>Steven Eugene Craig, 66, of Burlington, died Friday, Sept. 6, 2024, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington.Born Jan. 2, 1958, he was the son of Carl Eugene and Dorothy Lee “Dottie” Craig.He married Christine Callaway, even though they later divorced, he never stopped loving her.Steve enjoyed duck and turkey hunting, fishing and camping.He is survived by his two sons; Timothy Craig of Fort Madison and Michael Craig of Burlington; three grandchildren, Malea Tanae Craig and Ashton Gillis; his father Carl Craig of Burlington and brother Scott Craig of Burlington.He was preceded in death by his mother and nephew Thomas Craig.Cremation has been accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel.

Steven Eugene Craig

Jackie C. “Jack” Henningson, 90, of West Burlington, died Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2024, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Born on July 9, 1934, near Pollock, Missouri, he was the son of Henning “Chick” and Ella (Wilson) Henningson. On December 29, 1961, in Mt. Pleasant, Iowa, he married Ellen Smith, she survives.

Jack graduated from Milan High School in Milan, Missouri. He was a United States Army veteran. Jack was a lifelong member of West Burlington Christian Church. He also was a member of the West Burlington Lions Club. He worked for CB &amp; Q Railroad and later for Champion Sparkplug where he retired from.

Jack was a man of strong faith and lived life for Christ. He adored being with his family and spending as much time as he could with his grandsons, Brandon and Nolan, especially attending their events. In his free time, he loved gardening, riding his motorcycle, riding around on his John Deere tractor, listening to country music, going to garage sales, going to flea markets (especially in Rutledge, Missouri), and going to the Dutchman’s Store in Cantril, Iowa. His favorite place to visit was Branson, Missouri. Jack also spent a lot of time going to local auctions and refurbishing the items he purchased to resell. He could fix anything! His favorite TV show was Hee Haw, and he loved the Grand Ole Opry. Jack always had a smile on his face and a funny joke or story to tell. If you asked him how he was doing, he would always say, “I’m finer than a frog’s hair”. Most of all Jack loved his wife Ellen and being with his family.

He is survived by his wife Ellen; two daughters: Jennifer (Tom) Palmer of North Liberty, Iowa and Kathryn (Matt) Brune of Fairfax, Iowa; two grandsons: Brandon and Nolan Brune; two step grandsons: Jamie (Brittany) Palmer and Shawn Palmer; nephew Tom Shovlain; niece Tina Norris and several Mulcahy cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister Joyce Shovlain.

The funeral service for Jack will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024, at the West Burlington Christian Church, with Pastor Brian Pingel officiating. Military rites will be conducted by the Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard. Visitation will be held prior to the service from 10 to 11 a.m., where the family will be meeting and greeting friends and family. Interment will be held in Prairie Grove Cemetery, then back to the West Burlington Christian Church for a dinner.

Jack’s favorite color was green, so his family is encouraging everyone to wear something green.

A memorial has been established in his memory for West Burlington Christian Church.

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2024/9/1726599701213.jpeg" alt="Jackie C. “Jack” Henningson" />
 <figcaption>Jackie C. “Jack” Henningson</figcaption>
 </figure>Jackie C. “Jack” Henningson, 90, of West Burlington, died Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2024, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.Born on July 9, 1934, near Pollock, Missouri, he was the son of Henning “Chick” and Ella (Wilson) Henningson. On December 29, 1961, in Mt. Pleasant, Iowa, he married Ellen Smith, she survives.Jack graduated from Milan High School in Milan, Missouri. He was a United States Army veteran. Jack was a lifelong member of West Burlington Christian Church. He also was a member of the West Burlington Lions Club. He worked for CB &amp; Q Railroad and later for Champion Sparkplug where he retired from.Jack was a man of strong faith and lived life for Christ. He adored being with his family and spending as much time as he could with his grandsons, Brandon and Nolan, especially attending their events. In his free time, he loved gardening, riding his motorcycle, riding around on his John Deere tractor, listening to country music, going to garage sales, going to flea markets (especially in Rutledge, Missouri), and going to the Dutchman’s Store in Cantril, Iowa. His favorite place to visit was Branson, Missouri. Jack also spent a lot of time going to local auctions and refurbishing the items he purchased to resell. He could fix anything! His favorite TV show was Hee Haw, and he loved the Grand Ole Opry. Jack always had a smile on his face and a funny joke or story to tell. If you asked him how he was doing, he would always say, “I’m finer than a frog’s hair”. Most of all Jack loved his wife Ellen and being with his family.He is survived by his wife Ellen; two daughters: Jennifer (Tom) Palmer of North Liberty, Iowa and Kathryn (Matt) Brune of Fairfax, Iowa; two grandsons: Brandon and Nolan Brune; two step grandsons: Jamie (Brittany) Palmer and Shawn Palmer; nephew Tom Shovlain; niece Tina Norris and several Mulcahy cousins.He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister Joyce Shovlain.The funeral service for Jack will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024, at the West Burlington Christian Church, with Pastor Brian Pingel officiating. Military rites will be conducted by the Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard. Visitation will be held prior to the service from 10 to 11 a.m., where the family will be meeting and greeting friends and family. Interment will be held in Prairie Grove Cemetery, then back to the West Burlington Christian Church for a dinner.Jack’s favorite color was green, so his family is encouraging everyone to wear something green.A memorial has been established in his memory for West Burlington Christian Church.

Jackie C. “Jack” Henningson

Jerry W. McCollum, 77, of Burlington, died Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024, at the Klein Center in West Burlington.

Born on Jan. 25, 1947, in Burlington, he was the son of Cecil W. and Constance E. (Cooper) McCollum. On July 12, 1971, in West Burlington, he married Barbara Jean Ciska.

Jerry was a 1965 graduate of Burlington High School and a United States Navy veteran. He served on the U.S.S. Lewis and Clark submarine as Sonarman. For thirty-six years Jerry worked as an electrician for West Burlington Railroad Shop where he retired in 2007.

The last six months of Jerry’s life were radically changed. Through his granddaughter (Brittany King) Jerry came to know Jesus Christ as his Lord and savior. Jerry loved golfing, shooting pool, bowling, the Beatles, comedy shows like All in the Family and The Simpson’s. One of Jerry’s favorite things to do was to teach his grandchildren various tasks &amp; skills and often loved to tease them. If there was a funny story to be told, Jerry was up for a good belly laugh. Most of all he adored and loved his family and friends.

He is survived by his mother Connie McCollum; wife of fifty-three years Barb; two children: Bobbie (Tom) Cobb of Gause, Texas, and Chad (Dilphia) McCollum of Peyton, Colorado; five grandchildren: Joshua Haworth, Brittany (Tripp) King, Ashley McCollum, Tyler Cobb and Brittany (Gage) Grissom and three great grandchildren. Also surviving are sisters-in-law, nieces, great nieces and a great nephew.

He was preceded in death by his father Cecil Wayne McCollum and faithful companion (the family dog) Boo.

Per his wishes cremation has been accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel and no services will be held.

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 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2024/9/1726194707535.jpeg" alt="Jerry W. McCollum" />
 <figcaption>Jerry W. McCollum</figcaption>
 </figure>Jerry W. McCollum, 77, of Burlington, died Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024, at the Klein Center in West Burlington.Born on Jan. 25, 1947, in Burlington, he was the son of Cecil W. and Constance E. (Cooper) McCollum. On July 12, 1971, in West Burlington, he married Barbara Jean Ciska.Jerry was a 1965 graduate of Burlington High School and a United States Navy veteran. He served on the U.S.S. Lewis and Clark submarine as Sonarman. For thirty-six years Jerry worked as an electrician for West Burlington Railroad Shop where he retired in 2007.The last six months of Jerry’s life were radically changed. Through his granddaughter (Brittany King) Jerry came to know Jesus Christ as his Lord and savior. Jerry loved golfing, shooting pool, bowling, the Beatles, comedy shows like All in the Family and The Simpson’s. One of Jerry’s favorite things to do was to teach his grandchildren various tasks &amp; skills and often loved to tease them. If there was a funny story to be told, Jerry was up for a good belly laugh. Most of all he adored and loved his family and friends.He is survived by his mother Connie McCollum; wife of fifty-three years Barb; two children: Bobbie (Tom) Cobb of Gause, Texas, and Chad (Dilphia) McCollum of Peyton, Colorado; five grandchildren: Joshua Haworth, Brittany (Tripp) King, Ashley McCollum, Tyler Cobb and Brittany (Gage) Grissom and three great grandchildren. Also surviving are sisters-in-law, nieces, great nieces and a great nephew.He was preceded in death by his father Cecil Wayne McCollum and faithful companion (the family dog) Boo.Per his wishes cremation has been accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel and no services will be held.

Jerry W. McCollum

Susie Ann Cooper, 80, of West Burlington, died Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024 at her home.

Born July 18, 1944 in Burlington, she was the daughter of Ralph and Helen Engle Cooper Sr.

Over the years Susie worked many different places including Advance Ross in Washington, Iowa, Blue Bird, I.A.A.P., MetroGroup, Shearers, and Exide Battery for 27 years. She was also a bartender at Coopers Circle C, Brass Rail, and Beverage Mart.

Susie was a member of UAW Local #1829, Eagles Club #150 Auxiliary and VFW 10102 Auxiliary. She loved her family and friends and joking and talking about the “Good Ole Days”. Susie loved old country music and old rock-n-roll and dancing. She hosted lots of backyard parties, enjoyed playing cards and gambling and drinking beer. Her son Troy was the love of her life.

Survivors include one son Troy (Dawn) Cooper of Burlington; one granddaughter Caitlyn (Kenneth) Cooper of Oquawka; one great grandson Carson Derby Hagen of Oquawka; two brothers Richard (Sandy) Cooper of Burlington and Ralph (Corky) Cooper of Kalona and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Jack and sister Bonnie.

The family will receive friends at Lunning Chapel from 2 to 4 p.m. Monday, Sept. 16, 2024, with the Celebration of Susie’s Life following the visitation at the Eagles Club 2727 Mt. Pleasant Street, Burlington.

Per her wishes, cremation will be accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel following visitation. Inurnment will be in Burlington Memorial Park Cemetery at a later date.

A memorial has been established for Hope Haven.

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 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2024/9/1726193884221.jpeg" alt="Susie Ann Cooper" />
 <figcaption>Susie Ann Cooper</figcaption>
 </figure>Susie Ann Cooper, 80, of West Burlington, died Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024 at her home.Born July 18, 1944 in Burlington, she was the daughter of Ralph and Helen Engle Cooper Sr.Susie attended the Burlington Schools.Over the years Susie worked many different places including Advance Ross in Washington, Iowa, Blue Bird, I.A.A.P., MetroGroup, Shearers, and Exide Battery for 27 years. She was also a bartender at Coopers Circle C, Brass Rail, and Beverage Mart.Susie was a member of UAW Local #1829, Eagles Club #150 Auxiliary and VFW 10102 Auxiliary. She loved her family and friends and joking and talking about the “Good Ole Days”. Susie loved old country music and old rock-n-roll and dancing. She hosted lots of backyard parties, enjoyed playing cards and gambling and drinking beer. Her son Troy was the love of her life.Survivors include one son Troy (Dawn) Cooper of Burlington; one granddaughter Caitlyn (Kenneth) Cooper of Oquawka; one great grandson Carson Derby Hagen of Oquawka; two brothers Richard (Sandy) Cooper of Burlington and Ralph (Corky) Cooper of Kalona and several nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Jack and sister Bonnie.The family will receive friends at Lunning Chapel from 2 to 4 p.m. Monday, Sept. 16, 2024, with the Celebration of Susie’s Life following the visitation at the Eagles Club 2727 Mt. Pleasant Street, Burlington.Per her wishes, cremation will be accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel following visitation. Inurnment will be in Burlington Memorial Park Cemetery at a later date.A memorial has been established for Hope Haven.

Susie Ann Cooper

Elizabeth Cain, 100, died Tuesday, Sept.&nbsp; 10, 2024, at Addington Place in Burlington.

Born Sept. 23, 1923, in Racine, Wis., she was the daughter of John and Elizabeth Luncner Gluch. On May 17, 1947, she married Robert LeRoy Cain in Racine, Wis.&nbsp; He preceded her in death in August of 2001.

She graduated from the University of Wisconsin in Whitewater, WI. She was born in Wisconsin, lived most of her life in Illinois and later retired with her husband to South Carolina for many years before moving to Iowa.

Elizabeth was a much loved elementary school teacher from 1946-1971. She taught at Bardwell Elementary School in Aurora, Ill. and retired from Eastview Elementary School in Oswego, Ill.&nbsp;

She was a member of Alpha Sigma, VFW Auxiliary and was very active in Bible study groups. Being legally blind, Elizabeth enjoyed spending her time helping people with vision issues and served as the past President for 28 years for the Max II Low Vision Support Group. Elizabeth loved music and enjoyed playing the German Zither &amp; Mountain Dulcimer. She was always very artistically inclined and enjoyed oil painting, macramé, quilling, and various other handy crafts. Elizabeth was also a big sports fan and enjoyed watching the Chicago Cubs, Bears and Blackhawks as well as the Greenbay Packers.

Survivors include her daughter, Carolanne and her husband Dr. Terry O'Neal-Cox of Burlington and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Besides her husband of 54 years, she was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers, John Gluch, Paul Gluch and Andrew Gluch and her sister, Mary Bahr.

Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory.

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 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2024/9/1726192977667.jpeg" alt="Elizabeth Cain" />
 <figcaption>Elizabeth Cain</figcaption>
 </figure>Elizabeth Cain, 100, died Tuesday, Sept.&nbsp; 10, 2024, at Addington Place in Burlington.Born Sept. 23, 1923, in Racine, Wis., she was the daughter of John and Elizabeth Luncner Gluch. On May 17, 1947, she married Robert LeRoy Cain in Racine, Wis.&nbsp; He preceded her in death in August of 2001.She graduated from the University of Wisconsin in Whitewater, WI. She was born in Wisconsin, lived most of her life in Illinois and later retired with her husband to South Carolina for many years before moving to Iowa.Elizabeth was a much loved elementary school teacher from 1946-1971. She taught at Bardwell Elementary School in Aurora, Ill. and retired from Eastview Elementary School in Oswego, Ill.&nbsp;She was a member of Alpha Sigma, VFW Auxiliary and was very active in Bible study groups. Being legally blind, Elizabeth enjoyed spending her time helping people with vision issues and served as the past President for 28 years for the Max II Low Vision Support Group. Elizabeth loved music and enjoyed playing the German Zither &amp; Mountain Dulcimer. She was always very artistically inclined and enjoyed oil painting, macramé, quilling, and various other handy crafts. Elizabeth was also a big sports fan and enjoyed watching the Chicago Cubs, Bears and Blackhawks as well as the Greenbay Packers.Survivors include her daughter, Carolanne and her husband Dr. Terry O'Neal-Cox of Burlington and several nieces, nephews and cousins.Besides her husband of 54 years, she was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers, John Gluch, Paul Gluch and Andrew Gluch and her sister, Mary Bahr.Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory.There will be no visitation or services.

Elizabeth Cain

Robert A. Dunkin, 63, of Burlington, died Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024, at his home.

Born on July 8, 1961, in Trenton, Mo., he was the son of Robert M. and Sylviann Mooney Dunkin. On Nov. 28, 1981, in Angeles City, Philippines, he married Rosario Guiwan.

Robert graduated from Burlington High School in 1979 and then attended Southeastern Community College. He was a United States Airforce veteran serving our country from 1980 to 1984. He was member of Divine Mercy Parish. He worked for Exide Battery, Iowa Army Ammunition Plant where he was an Instrument Tech and General Electric as a Maintenance Tech where he retired from. In his free time, he enjoyed shooting pool. He won the City Champ and Iowa State Pool Competition. Robert could fix anything that was broke. He loved to tinker with electronics. Most of all he was the best “papa” to his five grandchildren, which he adored the most.

He is survived by his wife Rose; three children: Robert Dunkin, Rocky Dunkin and Renee (David) Venaas; five grandchildren: Rocky Dunkin 2, Roman, Rachel, Becca and Regan Venaas; seven siblings: Russell Dunkin, Ronnie Dunkin, Pam Fountain, Sheryl Rouse, Bridgette Miller, Sheila and Christine.

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

The visitation for Robert will be held from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 13, 2024 at Lunning Chapel. Military rites will be conducted by the Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard at 5 p.m. and a Christian Wake with Father Dominic Nguyen officiating. A private family burial will be held at a later date in Aspen Grove Cemetery.

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 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2024/9/1726192760774.jpeg" alt="Robert A. Dunkin" />
 <figcaption>Robert A. Dunkin</figcaption>
 </figure>Robert A. Dunkin, 63, of Burlington, died Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024, at his home.Born on July 8, 1961, in Trenton, Mo., he was the son of Robert M. and Sylviann Mooney Dunkin. On Nov. 28, 1981, in Angeles City, Philippines, he married Rosario Guiwan.Robert graduated from Burlington High School in 1979 and then attended Southeastern Community College. He was a United States Airforce veteran serving our country from 1980 to 1984. He was member of Divine Mercy Parish. He worked for Exide Battery, Iowa Army Ammunition Plant where he was an Instrument Tech and General Electric as a Maintenance Tech where he retired from. In his free time, he enjoyed shooting pool. He won the City Champ and Iowa State Pool Competition. Robert could fix anything that was broke. He loved to tinker with electronics. Most of all he was the best “papa” to his five grandchildren, which he adored the most.He is survived by his wife Rose; three children: Robert Dunkin, Rocky Dunkin and Renee (David) Venaas; five grandchildren: Rocky Dunkin 2, Roman, Rachel, Becca and Regan Venaas; seven siblings: Russell Dunkin, Ronnie Dunkin, Pam Fountain, Sheryl Rouse, Bridgette Miller, Sheila and Christine.He was preceded in death by his parents.Per his wishes cremation has been accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel.The visitation for Robert will be held from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 13, 2024 at Lunning Chapel. Military rites will be conducted by the Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard at 5 p.m. and a Christian Wake with Father Dominic Nguyen officiating. A private family burial will be held at a later date in Aspen Grove Cemetery.

Robert A. Dunkin

James Everett "Bo" Clark, 76, died Sept. 5, 2024 at the University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City. He was born&nbsp;January 23, 1948, in Radcliff, Ky., to Joseph and Helen Vowels Clark. He grew up and attended school in Radcliff. He was a United States Army Veteran. Bo ran his own body shop and worked many years as a welder for J.I. Case Company, retiring from there in 2001. He was a proud UAW 807 Union Member. Bo was a loving husband and father, and an ornery old cuss who loved to joke and laugh. He enjoyed time spent on the river with friends and time with his family; especially with his grandkids. He is survived by his wife, Tami (Gibson) Clark of Burlington, Iowa; sons, Jim (Annette) Clark of DeWitt, Iowa, Rick (Shelby) Hitchcock of Andalusia, Ill., Tony (Jen) Clark of DeWitt, Marty (Mindy) Clark of Rock Island, Ill.; stepchildren, Angie (Ben) Pella of Burlington, Tom (Jen) Rund-Scott of Holland, Mich., Daniel (Alicia) Scott of Lee's Summit, Mo., and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister, Teresa (Wayne) Reeves of Tyler, Texas; brother, Mike (Trudy) Kitchen of DeWit. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Helen (Vowels) Clark; brothers, Dave Clark, John Kitchen, Ernie Kitchen, and Charles Kitchen; sisters, Hazel Short and Wanda Tillberg. Bo did not wish for services. A celebration of life will be held in his honor at a later date.

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 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2024/9/1726191132508.jpeg" alt="James Everett "Bo" Clark" />
 <figcaption>James Everett "Bo" Clark</figcaption>
 </figure>James Everett "Bo" Clark, 76, died Sept. 5, 2024 at the University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City. He was born&nbsp;January 23, 1948, in Radcliff, Ky., to Joseph and Helen Vowels Clark. He grew up and attended school in Radcliff. He was a United States Army Veteran. Bo ran his own body shop and worked many years as a welder for J.I. Case Company, retiring from there in 2001. He was a proud UAW 807 Union Member. Bo was a loving husband and father, and an ornery old cuss who loved to joke and laugh. He enjoyed time spent on the river with friends and time with his family; especially with his grandkids. He is survived by his wife, Tami (Gibson) Clark of Burlington, Iowa; sons, Jim (Annette) Clark of DeWitt, Iowa, Rick (Shelby) Hitchcock of Andalusia, Ill., Tony (Jen) Clark of DeWitt, Marty (Mindy) Clark of Rock Island, Ill.; stepchildren, Angie (Ben) Pella of Burlington, Tom (Jen) Rund-Scott of Holland, Mich., Daniel (Alicia) Scott of Lee's Summit, Mo., and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister, Teresa (Wayne) Reeves of Tyler, Texas; brother, Mike (Trudy) Kitchen of DeWit. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Helen (Vowels) Clark; brothers, Dave Clark, John Kitchen, Ernie Kitchen, and Charles Kitchen; sisters, Hazel Short and Wanda Tillberg. Bo did not wish for services. A celebration of life will be held in his honor at a later date.

James Everett "Bo" Clark

Johnathan Dale "JD" Laue, 47, died Sept. 1, 2024, at his home in Pleasant Grove. He was born April 6, 1977, in Burlington. Affectionately known as "JD" for much of his life, John grew up in Pleasant Grove and Des Moines, graduating from North High school in 1996. After a brief time in Chicago for college, John moved back to Des Moines where he met Chrys Whitmarsh in 1997 and they would go on to have John's first daughter, Kiya Whitmarsh, born in February of 2002.

John met his future wife, Tauwana Madison in the early spring of 2005, and they were married in May of 2006. The newlyweds moved to Grand Junction, Iowa and made a home there for 13 years. John and T's first child, Michael Laue, was born six months premature in May of 2009 and their second child, Serenity Laue was born in November of 2010. In 2017, T's oldest daughter Diane Cronk reunited with the family, with John loving her as his own. The family moved back to Des Moines for a brief time, then to Indianola in 2019 where John became a grandfather to Adeline Harvey in October of 2020. Most recently, John, T and Serenity moved back to "The Grove" and had settled into the small-town life.

John loved cars, particularly working on them side by side with his daughters, singing karaoke, his dogs and most of all, "His Girls".

John was preceded in death by son, Michael Steven Laue; uncles Wilfred Hoekman and Kenny Hoekman; grandparents Fred and Verna Hoekman, and Della and Francis Laue.

He is survived by "his girls"; wife Tauwana Laue; daughters Diane Cronk, Kiya Whitmarsh, Serenity Laue, and granddaughter Adeline Harvey.

He is also survived by his mother; Charlene Hoekman, father, Steven Laue; brother Matt (Jolene) Laue; sisters Beth (Dave) Laue, Laura Laue, Cari (Ric) Lara, Elaine (Alan) Laue-Vaughn, Kristina Carver; 10 nieces, 11 nephews, many cousins, great nieces and nephews and countless friends.

Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 9 at Lunning Chapel where the family will receive friends. The funeral service will be held at 12 p.m. Pastor JudyAnn Morse will officiate.

According to his wishes, cremation will be accorded following the funeral service and has been entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel.

Memorials can be made directly to the family.

Quote ~ " Remember it's never a goodbye. It's just a see you later." - Johnathan Laue

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 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2024/9/1726076771438.jpeg" alt="Johnathan Dale "JD" Laue" />
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 </figure>Johnathan Dale "JD" Laue, 47, died Sept. 1, 2024, at his home in Pleasant Grove. He was born April 6, 1977, in Burlington. Affectionately known as "JD" for much of his life, John grew up in Pleasant Grove and Des Moines, graduating from North High school in 1996. After a brief time in Chicago for college, John moved back to Des Moines where he met Chrys Whitmarsh in 1997 and they would go on to have John's first daughter, Kiya Whitmarsh, born in February of 2002.John met his future wife, Tauwana Madison in the early spring of 2005, and they were married in May of 2006. The newlyweds moved to Grand Junction, Iowa and made a home there for 13 years. John and T's first child, Michael Laue, was born six months premature in May of 2009 and their second child, Serenity Laue was born in November of 2010. In 2017, T's oldest daughter Diane Cronk reunited with the family, with John loving her as his own. The family moved back to Des Moines for a brief time, then to Indianola in 2019 where John became a grandfather to Adeline Harvey in October of 2020. Most recently, John, T and Serenity moved back to "The Grove" and had settled into the small-town life.John loved cars, particularly working on them side by side with his daughters, singing karaoke, his dogs and most of all, "His Girls".John was preceded in death by son, Michael Steven Laue; uncles Wilfred Hoekman and Kenny Hoekman; grandparents Fred and Verna Hoekman, and Della and Francis Laue.He is survived by "his girls"; wife Tauwana Laue; daughters Diane Cronk, Kiya Whitmarsh, Serenity Laue, and granddaughter Adeline Harvey.He is also survived by his mother; Charlene Hoekman, father, Steven Laue; brother Matt (Jolene) Laue; sisters Beth (Dave) Laue, Laura Laue, Cari (Ric) Lara, Elaine (Alan) Laue-Vaughn, Kristina Carver; 10 nieces, 11 nephews, many cousins, great nieces and nephews and countless friends.Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 9 at Lunning Chapel where the family will receive friends. The funeral service will be held at 12 p.m. Pastor JudyAnn Morse will officiate.According to his wishes, cremation will be accorded following the funeral service and has been entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel.Memorials can be made directly to the family.Quote ~ " Remember it's never a goodbye. It's just a see you later." - Johnathan Laue

Johnathan Dale "JD" Laue

Susan Annette Mullins, 60, of Burlington, died Monday, Sept. 2, 2024, at St. Francis OSF Hospital in Peoria, Ill.

Born March 10, 1964, in Chester, S. C., she was the daughter of Charles “Jim” and Leona Byars.

Susan worked for several years in management with convenience stores. She was of the Christian faith and attended First Presbyterian Church in her youth.

She was strong-willed, strong minded and was passionate. She was always caring and loving towards others. She enjoyed crocheting and one of her favorite things to do was to spend time in the country and outdoors.

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 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2024/9/1726076543636.jpeg" alt="Susan Annette Mullins" />
 <figcaption>Susan Annette Mullins</figcaption>
 </figure>Susan Annette Mullins, 60, of Burlington, died Monday, Sept. 2, 2024, at St. Francis OSF Hospital in Peoria, Ill.Born March 10, 1964, in Chester, S. C., she was the daughter of Charles “Jim” and Leona Byars.Susan worked for several years in management with convenience stores. She was of the Christian faith and attended First Presbyterian Church in her youth.She was strong-willed, strong minded and was passionate. She was always caring and loving towards others. She enjoyed crocheting and one of her favorite things to do was to spend time in the country and outdoors.She is survived by her daughter; Candace Everett Orth of Mediapolis; three grandchildren, Abbigail, Jacob and Holly; her mother, Leona Byars of Burlington; brother Mike Byars and several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.She was preceded in death by her father and sister Michelle Richards.Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 9 at Lunning Chapel, where the family will receive friends. A celebration of life service will be held at 7 p.m.A memorial has been established.According to her wishes, cremation has been accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel.

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