Richard Lee Schmidt, 73, of Burlington, died Friday, Feb.&nbsp; 2, 2024, at his home. Aug. 1, 1950, in Burlington, he was the son of Roy and Marguerite Bonar Schmidt. On March 30, 1974, he married Cindee Crabb. They later divorced. &nbsp;

Richard worked as a heavy equipment manufacturer and a welder for J.I. Case for many years.

He served his country with the United States Army.

Richard loved music, golfing, his muscle cars, and following NASCAR. He loved watching his shows which included; westerns, Colombo and Murder She Wrote. He will be remembered as a kind hearted good man, who was a jokester and stubborn at times.&nbsp;

Survivors include his children, Gregory (Tara) Schmidt of Texas, and Sarah Schmidt of Burlington; two grandchildren, William Schmidt, and Ava Schmidt; his sister, Shirley (John) Schnedler of Burlington; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Ronald "Ribeye" and John; and one sister, Rosemary Olson.

Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory.

Visitation will be from noon until 7 p.m. with the family to receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 12, 2024 at Prugh Funeral Service, 3940 Division Street. Full military honors will be rendered by the Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard following the visitation. &nbsp;

A memorial has been established to the Burlington Area Honor Guard.

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 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2024/2/1707251522196.jpeg" alt="Richard Schmidt" />
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 </figure>Richard Lee Schmidt, 73, of Burlington, died Friday, Feb.&nbsp; 2, 2024, at his home. Aug. 1, 1950, in Burlington, he was the son of Roy and Marguerite Bonar Schmidt. On March 30, 1974, he married Cindee Crabb. They later divorced. &nbsp;Richard worked as a heavy equipment manufacturer and a welder for J.I. Case for many years.He served his country with the United States Army.Richard loved music, golfing, his muscle cars, and following NASCAR. He loved watching his shows which included; westerns, Colombo and Murder She Wrote. He will be remembered as a kind hearted good man, who was a jokester and stubborn at times.&nbsp;Survivors include his children, Gregory (Tara) Schmidt of Texas, and Sarah Schmidt of Burlington; two grandchildren, William Schmidt, and Ava Schmidt; his sister, Shirley (John) Schnedler of Burlington; and numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Ronald "Ribeye" and John; and one sister, Rosemary Olson.Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory.Visitation will be from noon until 7 p.m. with the family to receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 12, 2024 at Prugh Funeral Service, 3940 Division Street. Full military honors will be rendered by the Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard following the visitation. &nbsp;A memorial has been established to the Burlington Area Honor Guard.

Richard Lee Schmidt

Genevieve D."Ginny" Klopfenstein, 90, of West Burlington, died Tuesday, Jan.30, 2024, at the Klein Center in West Burlington.

Born on Aug. 22, 1933, in Decatur, Ill., she was the daughter of Willam A. and Nora E. Armer Lee. In Feb. 1959, in Decatur, she married Karon Ray Ellis. He preceded her in death on Oct. 24, 1968. On Aug. 18, 1973, in West Burlington, she married Clive Mourer Klopfenstein. He preceded her in death on Jan. 27, 2011.

Ginny was a member of Ainsworth Community Church. She enjoyed traveling with her husband Clive to Texas in the winter months and being able to leave the farm. Ginny always enjoyed coming to the Burlington area to see family, get her nails done, and go shopping when Clive went to minister at the prison. In her later years, she was always thrilled to see the cardinals and goldfinch at the bird feeders and the geese and ducks at the pond. She especially enjoyed seeing the hummingbirds fly up to her window and feed in the summertime. While she lived at the Klein Center, she would tell her daughters her purpose of living there was to help make the staff smile and laugh. Most of all Ginny loved being with her friends and family.

She is survived by her two daughters: Kathy (Alan) Kuntz and Teresa (Ron) McVey; three grandchildren: Alison (Troy) Miller, Kelli Kuntz and Amber (Jared) Collum; seven great-grandchildren: Trenton, Alissa and Tristan Miller, Kaleb and Noah Soucie, Tate and Bryn Collum; and three great-great granddaughters.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two husbands; five brothers and two sisters.

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

A private graveside service will be held at a later date.

<figure>
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 <figcaption>Genevieve D. Klopfenstein</figcaption>
 </figure>Genevieve D."Ginny" Klopfenstein, 90, of West Burlington, died Tuesday, Jan.30, 2024, at the Klein Center in West Burlington.Born on Aug. 22, 1933, in Decatur, Ill., she was the daughter of Willam A. and Nora E. Armer Lee. In Feb. 1959, in Decatur, she married Karon Ray Ellis. He preceded her in death on Oct. 24, 1968. On Aug. 18, 1973, in West Burlington, she married Clive Mourer Klopfenstein. He preceded her in death on Jan. 27, 2011.Ginny was a member of Ainsworth Community Church. She enjoyed traveling with her husband Clive to Texas in the winter months and being able to leave the farm. Ginny always enjoyed coming to the Burlington area to see family, get her nails done, and go shopping when Clive went to minister at the prison. In her later years, she was always thrilled to see the cardinals and goldfinch at the bird feeders and the geese and ducks at the pond. She especially enjoyed seeing the hummingbirds fly up to her window and feed in the summertime. While she lived at the Klein Center, she would tell her daughters her purpose of living there was to help make the staff smile and laugh. Most of all Ginny loved being with her friends and family.She is survived by her two daughters: Kathy (Alan) Kuntz and Teresa (Ron) McVey; three grandchildren: Alison (Troy) Miller, Kelli Kuntz and Amber (Jared) Collum; seven great-grandchildren: Trenton, Alissa and Tristan Miller, Kaleb and Noah Soucie, Tate and Bryn Collum; and three great-great granddaughters.She was preceded in death by her parents; two husbands; five brothers and two sisters.Per her wishes, cremation has been accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel.A private graveside service will be held at a later date.

Genevieve D."Ginny" Klopfenstein

Esther Estella Miller, age 90, died on Saturday, Jan. 27, 2024. She died in Rossville, Ga.

Esther was born on Dec. 14, 1933, in Alexandria, Ind., the daughter of W. Forest and Muriel Dick Etsler. Esther was raised in Alexandria, Ind. and graduated from Alexandria High School. She married her sweetheart Herbert Wesley Miller on June 30, 1951, in the Alexandria Friends Church and began a lifelong journey in Iowa with him. He preceded her in death on March 19, 2008.

Esther’s life journey included learning to be a farm wife, gardening, canning, and cooking while raising their children. Sunday dinners with all the “trimmings” were a weekly common occurrence. She was a wonderful cook and loved to entertain guests as she often hosted many dinners for people. She loved to sew. She not only skillfully sewed for her family, but she also proudly used her talents to sew for the Midwest Old Threshers Reunion and many others. Esther loved to read and shared that joy with her children. Her love of music was well known. She played the piano, organ, and accordion. For many years she was the pianist at the Mt Pleasant Bible Missionary church. She lovingly supported her husband’s love for tractors, and they belonged to the 2 Cylinder Club, displaying their John Deere tractor at various events.

For several years while she raised her children, maintained her household, cooked, and canned she also worked at the I.A.A.P. in Middletown. In their life journey, Esther and her husband together assisted in the operations of an orphanage in Beulah Heights, Kentucky. Later they maintained a Church campground in Indiana. Esther did not believe in being idle and her labors outside of the home also included working at Bergners, Grinders Deli, and McDonald's, where she enjoyed making many acquaintances and friends.

Esther found joy in service to others. After the passing of her husband, she so appreciated the service of Hospice on his behalf she began volunteering for the Southeast Regional Home Health and Hospice in West Burlington. She spent many hours volunteering for Hospice and in 2014 was honored to receive an award recognizing her volunteer hours for hospice care from Mayor Shane Campbell at the Mayors Annual event. Later, in 2016 she was again recognized by the Iowa Hospice and Palliative Care Association and given a volunteer award for her service.

She is survived by her children Charlene (Dan) Henson of Rossville, Ga., Jeff (Kith) Miller, Jerome, Idaho, Maurice (Terri) Miller, LaFayette, Ga., Myron (Vicki) Miller, Galesburg, Ill., Evan (Arlene) Miller, Galesburg, Ill.; 11 Grandchildren, 17 Great Grandchildren, 6 Great-Great Grandchildren, and Brother Jim Estler, Ft. Wayne, Ind.

Esther was preceded in death by her husband, Herbert Miller, two daughters Jeanene and Eileen, one grandchild Jeffrey, one brother, five sisters, and her parents.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Southeast Iowa Regional Home Health and Hospice of West Burlington, in recognition of her volunteer contribution of time and dedication.

Visitation will be on Feb. 10, 2024, at Lunning Chapel in Burlington, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

A private graveside service will follow at 4 p.m. at Forest Home Cemetery, Mt. Pleasant.

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 </figure>Esther Estella Miller, age 90, died on Saturday, Jan. 27, 2024. She died in Rossville, Ga.Esther was born on Dec. 14, 1933, in Alexandria, Ind., the daughter of W. Forest and Muriel Dick Etsler. Esther was raised in Alexandria, Ind. and graduated from Alexandria High School. She married her sweetheart Herbert Wesley Miller on June 30, 1951, in the Alexandria Friends Church and began a lifelong journey in Iowa with him. He preceded her in death on March 19, 2008.Esther’s life journey included learning to be a farm wife, gardening, canning, and cooking while raising their children. Sunday dinners with all the “trimmings” were a weekly common occurrence. She was a wonderful cook and loved to entertain guests as she often hosted many dinners for people. She loved to sew. She not only skillfully sewed for her family, but she also proudly used her talents to sew for the Midwest Old Threshers Reunion and many others. Esther loved to read and shared that joy with her children. Her love of music was well known. She played the piano, organ, and accordion. For many years she was the pianist at the Mt Pleasant Bible Missionary church. She lovingly supported her husband’s love for tractors, and they belonged to the 2 Cylinder Club, displaying their John Deere tractor at various events.For several years while she raised her children, maintained her household, cooked, and canned she also worked at the I.A.A.P. in Middletown. In their life journey, Esther and her husband together assisted in the operations of an orphanage in Beulah Heights, Kentucky. Later they maintained a Church campground in Indiana. Esther did not believe in being idle and her labors outside of the home also included working at Bergners, Grinders Deli, and McDonald's, where she enjoyed making many acquaintances and friends.Esther found joy in service to others. After the passing of her husband, she so appreciated the service of Hospice on his behalf she began volunteering for the Southeast Regional Home Health and Hospice in West Burlington. She spent many hours volunteering for Hospice and in 2014 was honored to receive an award recognizing her volunteer hours for hospice care from Mayor Shane Campbell at the Mayors Annual event. Later, in 2016 she was again recognized by the Iowa Hospice and Palliative Care Association and given a volunteer award for her service.She is survived by her children Charlene (Dan) Henson of Rossville, Ga., Jeff (Kith) Miller, Jerome, Idaho, Maurice (Terri) Miller, LaFayette, Ga., Myron (Vicki) Miller, Galesburg, Ill., Evan (Arlene) Miller, Galesburg, Ill.; 11 Grandchildren, 17 Great Grandchildren, 6 Great-Great Grandchildren, and Brother Jim Estler, Ft. Wayne, Ind.Esther was preceded in death by her husband, Herbert Miller, two daughters Jeanene and Eileen, one grandchild Jeffrey, one brother, five sisters, and her parents.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Southeast Iowa Regional Home Health and Hospice of West Burlington, in recognition of her volunteer contribution of time and dedication.Visitation will be on Feb. 10, 2024, at Lunning Chapel in Burlington, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.A private graveside service will follow at 4 p.m. at Forest Home Cemetery, Mt. Pleasant.

Esther Estella Miller

William Lee Gilpin, 48, of West Burlington, died Sunday, January 28, 2024, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West Burlington.

Born October 31, 1975, in Keokuk, IA, he was the son of Charles Lee and Quinda Adams Gilpin. On June 26, 1999, he married Christina Lynn Derby in Burlington, IA.

He was dual enrolled at Burlington High School and Burlington Christian School and graduated from Burlington Christian School.

Bill worked for the City of Burlington taking care of the Memorial Auditorium and Port of Burlington for many years. &nbsp;After that he started his own business, Bill Gilpin Construction, and installed fences and decks.

Bill was a member of New Life Family Church. He was also a certified minister with the Assemblies of God. Bill received the Gold Medal of Achievement through the AG Royal Rangers program. Bill was very involved in Boy Scouts and helped his sons with many projects. He enjoyed watching sports and was a fan of the Iowa Hawkeyes, St. Louis Cardinals, and the Dallas Cowboys. He enjoyed the outdoors and was an avid hunter when he was able. He will be remembered as a people person, telling jokes and always helping others. The most important thing in Bill's life was his family. He was very proud of his children and loved spending time with all of his family. He was also blessed with the opportunity to be a foster parent for many children.

Survivors include his wife, Christina Gilpin of West Burlington; four children, Clayton Gilpin, Brock Gilpin, Addison Gilpin, and Diesel Gilpin all of West Burlington; his parents, Charles and Quinda Gilpin of Burlington; brother, Charles (Julie) Gilpin of West Burlington; sister-in-law, Melissa (Scott) Rood of Platteville, Wis.; three brothers-in-law, Marcques (Kaylyn) Derby of West Burlington, Andrew (Krystal) Derby of Dubuque, and William (Jessica) Derby of Raritan, Ill.; father-in-law, David (Patti) Derby of Dubuque; step-mother-in-law, Connie (Jim) Nisius of Raritan, Ill., and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents and mother-in-law.

Visitation will be from noon to 7 p.m. with the family to receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 5, 2024, at Prugh Funeral Service, 3940 Division Street.

The funeral service for Bill will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2024, at New Life Family Church with Pastor Richard Dutzer officiating. &nbsp;Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery. &nbsp;A time of food and fellowship will be held at New Life Family Church following the burial.

A memorial has been established for his children.

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 <figcaption>William Gilpin</figcaption>
 </figure>William Lee Gilpin, 48, of West Burlington, died Sunday, January 28, 2024, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West Burlington.Born October 31, 1975, in Keokuk, IA, he was the son of Charles Lee and Quinda Adams Gilpin. On June 26, 1999, he married Christina Lynn Derby in Burlington, IA.He was dual enrolled at Burlington High School and Burlington Christian School and graduated from Burlington Christian School.Bill worked for the City of Burlington taking care of the Memorial Auditorium and Port of Burlington for many years. &nbsp;After that he started his own business, Bill Gilpin Construction, and installed fences and decks.Bill was a member of New Life Family Church. He was also a certified minister with the Assemblies of God. Bill received the Gold Medal of Achievement through the AG Royal Rangers program. Bill was very involved in Boy Scouts and helped his sons with many projects. He enjoyed watching sports and was a fan of the Iowa Hawkeyes, St. Louis Cardinals, and the Dallas Cowboys. He enjoyed the outdoors and was an avid hunter when he was able. He will be remembered as a people person, telling jokes and always helping others. The most important thing in Bill's life was his family. He was very proud of his children and loved spending time with all of his family. He was also blessed with the opportunity to be a foster parent for many children.Survivors include his wife, Christina Gilpin of West Burlington; four children, Clayton Gilpin, Brock Gilpin, Addison Gilpin, and Diesel Gilpin all of West Burlington; his parents, Charles and Quinda Gilpin of Burlington; brother, Charles (Julie) Gilpin of West Burlington; sister-in-law, Melissa (Scott) Rood of Platteville, Wis.; three brothers-in-law, Marcques (Kaylyn) Derby of West Burlington, Andrew (Krystal) Derby of Dubuque, and William (Jessica) Derby of Raritan, Ill.; father-in-law, David (Patti) Derby of Dubuque; step-mother-in-law, Connie (Jim) Nisius of Raritan, Ill., and many nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his grandparents and mother-in-law.Visitation will be from noon to 7 p.m. with the family to receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 5, 2024, at Prugh Funeral Service, 3940 Division Street.The funeral service for Bill will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2024, at New Life Family Church with Pastor Richard Dutzer officiating. &nbsp;Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery. &nbsp;A time of food and fellowship will be held at New Life Family Church following the burial.A memorial has been established for his children.

William Lee Gilpin

Steven Gregory Voyles, 61, of Burlington, died Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2024, at his home.

He was born March 4, 1962, in Marshfield, Wis., to John L. “Jack” and Glenna J. Hess Voyles.  He was a 1980 graduate of New London High School and attended Hawkeye Technical College in Waterloo. 

On March 23, 1985, he married Teresa Marie Wilson in New London; she died February 26, 2023.

He worked at Burlington Basket Company for over twenty years, then at O’Reillys Auto Parts in Burlington for the past several years. Steve enjoyed fishing, going to Geode, NASCAR races, and was a fan of the St. Louis Cardinals, Iowa Hawkeyes, and Chicago Bears. He was very artistic and had a great sense of humor. He loved spending time with his family, especially his kids and grandchildren. 

Steve is survived by his mother of New London; two sons, Christopher (Amber) Voyles of New London and Jordan (Alexandra) Voyles of Burlington; two daughters, Stephanie (Dan) Housh of Mount Pleasant and Abigail Voyles of Mediapolis; six grandchildren; one brother John (Heather) Voyles of Blakesburg, Iowa; and four sisters, Cindy (Curt) Watson, Sharon (Scott) Barron, Karen (Tim) Conrad, and Denise (Russ) Wolfe, all of Mount Pleasant; many nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his father, his wife, and nephew, Ethan Conrad.

Visitation will begin at noon on Wednesday, January 31, 2024, at Elliott Chapel, New London, with the family greeting friends from 2:00 until 4:00 p.m. According to his wishes, his body will be cremated with private inurnment at a later date. A memorial in his honor has been established.

Online condolences may be left at www.elliottfuneralchapel.com.

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 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2024/1/1706667683696.jpeg" alt="Steven Voyles" />
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 </figure>Steven Gregory Voyles, 61, of Burlington, died Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2024, at his home.He was born March 4, 1962, in Marshfield, Wis., to John L. “Jack” and Glenna J. Hess Voyles. He was a 1980 graduate of New London High School and attended Hawkeye Technical College in Waterloo. On March 23, 1985, he married Teresa Marie Wilson in New London; she died February 26, 2023.He worked at Burlington Basket Company for over twenty years, then at O’Reillys Auto Parts in Burlington for the past several years. Steve enjoyed fishing, going to Geode, NASCAR races, and was a fan of the St. Louis Cardinals, Iowa Hawkeyes, and Chicago Bears. He was very artistic and had a great sense of humor. He loved spending time with his family, especially his kids and grandchildren. Steve is survived by his mother of New London; two sons, Christopher (Amber) Voyles of New London and Jordan (Alexandra) Voyles of Burlington; two daughters, Stephanie (Dan) Housh of Mount Pleasant and Abigail Voyles of Mediapolis; six grandchildren; one brother John (Heather) Voyles of Blakesburg, Iowa; and four sisters, Cindy (Curt) Watson, Sharon (Scott) Barron, Karen (Tim) Conrad, and Denise (Russ) Wolfe, all of Mount Pleasant; many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, his wife, and nephew, Ethan Conrad.Visitation will begin at noon on Wednesday, January 31, 2024, at Elliott Chapel, New London, with the family greeting friends from 2:00 until 4:00 p.m. According to his wishes, his body will be cremated with private inurnment at a later date. A memorial in his honor has been established.Online condolences may be left at www.elliottfuneralchapel.com.

Steven Gregory Voyles

Daniel John Brehm, 89, of Burlington, died Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2024, at the Addington Place of Burlington.

Born Feb. 27, 1934, in Burlington, he was the only child of Raymond and Marie Zeller Brehm.

In his youth, Dan was a member of the Cub Scouts and then the Boy Scouts of America and attained the rank of Eagle Scout with Palm. He graduated from Burlington High School in 1952 and then married Joyce Knotts in June 1954. They raised three children living in the same house for over 60 years.

Dan was a US Army Veteran and served most of his time in Korea. He then worked over 36 years for Mason-Hanger and then Silas-Mason Co. as a Draftsman/Mechanical Engineer, retiring in 1999.

Dan and Joyce volunteered for many years at the Klein Center. When they were not volunteering Dan and his wife enjoyed traveling and would take numerous bus trips whenever they could. Dan especially loved the chainsaw-sculpted wood bear he had professionally carved from the spruce tree in his front yard. He and Joyce would dress the bear for every holiday. People driving by would look forward to seeing this and leave comments on Facebook for "Da Bear".&nbsp;

Survivors include his wife, Joyce; daughter, Danette (Todd) Brandstetter; daughter-in-law, Laura (Kevin-deceased) Brehm; four granddaughters, Erin (Tony) Jacobs, Gabrielle (Ryan) VanDalen, Danielle (Brenden) Hill and Chantalle (Cody) Brown; and four great-grandchildren, Gabriel, Ava, Addelinn and Teagan.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and his two sons, Kevin and Todd Brehm.

Per his wishes, Dan's body has been donated to the University of Iowa for research, and no services are scheduled.

A memorial has been established for West Hill United Methodist Church in Burlington, where Dan was a member for almost 70 years and deeply loved his church family.

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 <figcaption>Daniel John Brehm</figcaption>
 </figure>Daniel John Brehm, 89, of Burlington, died Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2024, at the Addington Place of Burlington.Born Feb. 27, 1934, in Burlington, he was the only child of Raymond and Marie Zeller Brehm.In his youth, Dan was a member of the Cub Scouts and then the Boy Scouts of America and attained the rank of Eagle Scout with Palm. He graduated from Burlington High School in 1952 and then married Joyce Knotts in June 1954. They raised three children living in the same house for over 60 years.Dan was a US Army Veteran and served most of his time in Korea. He then worked over 36 years for Mason-Hanger and then Silas-Mason Co. as a Draftsman/Mechanical Engineer, retiring in 1999.Dan and Joyce volunteered for many years at the Klein Center. When they were not volunteering Dan and his wife enjoyed traveling and would take numerous bus trips whenever they could. Dan especially loved the chainsaw-sculpted wood bear he had professionally carved from the spruce tree in his front yard. He and Joyce would dress the bear for every holiday. People driving by would look forward to seeing this and leave comments on Facebook for "Da Bear".&nbsp;Survivors include his wife, Joyce; daughter, Danette (Todd) Brandstetter; daughter-in-law, Laura (Kevin-deceased) Brehm; four granddaughters, Erin (Tony) Jacobs, Gabrielle (Ryan) VanDalen, Danielle (Brenden) Hill and Chantalle (Cody) Brown; and four great-grandchildren, Gabriel, Ava, Addelinn and Teagan.He was preceded in death by his parents, and his two sons, Kevin and Todd Brehm.Per his wishes, Dan's body has been donated to the University of Iowa for research, and no services are scheduled.A memorial has been established for West Hill United Methodist Church in Burlington, where Dan was a member for almost 70 years and deeply loved his church family.

Daniel John Brehm

Pamela Sue Newberry, 70, of West Burlington, died Saturday, Jan. 27, 2024, at her home.

Born March 30, 1953, in Burlington, she was the daughter of Robert John and Mary Lou Moehn Koval. On March 12, 1991, she married Gary Robert Newberry in Las Vegas, Nev. He passed on March 23, 2020.

Pam held several jobs as a secretary, but her most memorable job, and longest-running, was the time she spent as a Manager for Spencer's in the West Burlington Mall until their closing in 1994.

Survivors include her mother, Mary Lou Butler of Peyton, Colo.; her son, John (Tami) Gerber of Burlington; stepdaughter, Heather (Scott) Becker of Danville; six grandchildren, Libbie, Rian, Ellie, Kayla, Cole and Gavin; four great-grandchildren; two brothers, Michael Koval and Patrick (Nancy) Koval both of Burlington; four sisters, Beth Koval of Burlington, Gayla Koval of Arizona, Susan Koval of Colorado, and Jodi (David) Fitzmaurice of Missouri.

Besides her husband, she is preceded in death by her father, and one sister, Teri.

Pamela Sue Newberry, 70, of West Burlington, died Saturday, Jan. 27, 2024, at her home.Born March 30, 1953, in Burlington, she was the daughter of Robert John and Mary Lou Moehn Koval. On March 12, 1991, she married Gary Robert Newberry in Las Vegas, Nev. He passed on March 23, 2020.Pam held several jobs as a secretary, but her most memorable job, and longest-running, was the time she spent as a Manager for Spencer's in the West Burlington Mall until their closing in 1994.Survivors include her mother, Mary Lou Butler of Peyton, Colo.; her son, John (Tami) Gerber of Burlington; stepdaughter, Heather (Scott) Becker of Danville; six grandchildren, Libbie, Rian, Ellie, Kayla, Cole and Gavin; four great-grandchildren; two brothers, Michael Koval and Patrick (Nancy) Koval both of Burlington; four sisters, Beth Koval of Burlington, Gayla Koval of Arizona, Susan Koval of Colorado, and Jodi (David) Fitzmaurice of Missouri.Besides her husband, she is preceded in death by her father, and one sister, Teri.Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory.There will be no services at this time.

Pamela Sue Newberry

Josephine Fageol, 92, died Monday, Jan. 22, 2024, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West Burlington.

Born Dec. 13, 1931, in Oskaloosa. She was the daughter of John and Mary Walling Hamilton. On April 23, 1960, she married Elmer D. Fageol in Kahoka, Mo. She was previously married to Marion Dean Nichols on March 7, 1953 in Oskaloosa. They were later divorced.

Josephine attended Iowa Wesleyan College, where she received her bachelor's degree in art and education. After college, she became an art teacher at Wapello High School.

Josephine loved her family first and foremost. She enjoyed cooking and baking with and for family, dancing, and swimming. and arts and crafts. Her favorite TV program was Dancing with the Stars. When her children were younger she was a Boy Scout leader and was known to make costumes for various troop members.

Survivors include daughters, Mary (Tom) Bowen of Yarmouth, Gigi (Tony) Robertson of Burlington, Kelly (Ron Lafferty) Fageol of Burlington; son, Jim Fageol of Stronghurst, Ill.; sister Mary Anne Hesling of Des Moines; grandchildren, Christopher, Jenny, Rob, Anika, Derrick, Zachary, Michael, Elyse, Makaila, Ryan, Alexandrea; 23 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren and multiple nieces and nephews.

Besides her husbands, she was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Chris Nichols; one grandchild, Tabatha Smith; and two sisters, Jean Chapman and Beth Hamilton.

The visitation and memorial service for Mrs. Fageol will be announced at a future date.

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 <figcaption>Josephine Fageol</figcaption>
 </figure>Josephine Fageol, 92, died Monday, Jan. 22, 2024, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West Burlington.Born Dec. 13, 1931, in Oskaloosa. She was the daughter of John and Mary Walling Hamilton. On April 23, 1960, she married Elmer D. Fageol in Kahoka, Mo. She was previously married to Marion Dean Nichols on March 7, 1953 in Oskaloosa. They were later divorced.Josephine attended Iowa Wesleyan College, where she received her bachelor's degree in art and education. After college, she became an art teacher at Wapello High School.Josephine loved her family first and foremost. She enjoyed cooking and baking with and for family, dancing, and swimming. and arts and crafts. Her favorite TV program was Dancing with the Stars. When her children were younger she was a Boy Scout leader and was known to make costumes for various troop members.Survivors include daughters, Mary (Tom) Bowen of Yarmouth, Gigi (Tony) Robertson of Burlington, Kelly (Ron Lafferty) Fageol of Burlington; son, Jim Fageol of Stronghurst, Ill.; sister Mary Anne Hesling of Des Moines; grandchildren, Christopher, Jenny, Rob, Anika, Derrick, Zachary, Michael, Elyse, Makaila, Ryan, Alexandrea; 23 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren and multiple nieces and nephews.Besides her husbands, she was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Chris Nichols; one grandchild, Tabatha Smith; and two sisters, Jean Chapman and Beth Hamilton.Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory.The visitation and memorial service for Mrs. Fageol will be announced at a future date.

Josephine Fageol

Diana “Dee Dee” Glancy, 66, of Burlington, died Sunday, Jan. 28, 2024, at the Klein Center in West Burlington.

Dee Dee was born March 29, 1957, in Burlington, the daughter of Alfred and Joanne Doebele Oetken. &nbsp;On Aug. 30, 1980, she married Dennis Glancy in Burlington.&nbsp;

Dee Dee graduated from Burlington High School in 1975.&nbsp;

Dee Dee worked many jobs before obtaining her Realtor license. Dee Dee went on to open Re/Max in West Burlington with six of her colleagues.&nbsp;She was proud of her work and being a part of the Burlington community.&nbsp; She enjoyed spending time with her husband, children, and most of all, her grandchildren. She also enjoyed boating on the river and shopping, where she always had a coupon and never paid full price for anything. Dee Dee volunteered for many organizations throughout her life including The Girl Scouts, Miss Burlington Scholarship Program, Hospice, and Steamboat Days. While Dee Dee’s passing leaves a hole in our hearts, her memory and legacy will continue through all who love her.

Dee Dee is survived by her husband, Dennis Glancy; children, Ashlee (Luke) Barnes and Ben (Kelsey) Glancy; grandchildren, Lydia Barnes, Shea Barnes, Cole Barnes, and Charli Glancy, and a granddaughter expected to arrive any day; her sister, Nancy (Ted) Gutman; niece Holly (Ryan) Luttenegger; nephew Teddy (Justina) Gutman; great nephews Jackson Luttenegger, Brock Luttenegger, and Theo Gutman; and several other nieces, nephews, and cousins.&nbsp;

Dee Dee was preceded in death by her parents and several aunts and uncles.&nbsp;

Family will receive guests on Sunday, Feb. 4, 2024 from 12 to 2 p.m. for visitation, concluding with a memorial service&nbsp;at 2 p.m. at Prugh Funeral Service (3940 Division Street, Burlington).

Memorial contributions in Dee Dee’s memory are suggested to The Children’s Miracle Network.

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 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2024/1/1706648328776.jpeg" alt="Diana Glancy" />
 <figcaption>Diana Glancy</figcaption>
 </figure>Diana “Dee Dee” Glancy, 66, of Burlington, died Sunday, Jan. 28, 2024, at the Klein Center in West Burlington.Dee Dee was born March 29, 1957, in Burlington, the daughter of Alfred and Joanne Doebele Oetken. &nbsp;On Aug. 30, 1980, she married Dennis Glancy in Burlington.&nbsp;Dee Dee graduated from Burlington High School in 1975.&nbsp;Dee Dee worked many jobs before obtaining her Realtor license. Dee Dee went on to open Re/Max in West Burlington with six of her colleagues.&nbsp;She was proud of her work and being a part of the Burlington community.&nbsp; She enjoyed spending time with her husband, children, and most of all, her grandchildren. She also enjoyed boating on the river and shopping, where she always had a coupon and never paid full price for anything. Dee Dee volunteered for many organizations throughout her life including The Girl Scouts, Miss Burlington Scholarship Program, Hospice, and Steamboat Days. While Dee Dee’s passing leaves a hole in our hearts, her memory and legacy will continue through all who love her.Dee Dee is survived by her husband, Dennis Glancy; children, Ashlee (Luke) Barnes and Ben (Kelsey) Glancy; grandchildren, Lydia Barnes, Shea Barnes, Cole Barnes, and Charli Glancy, and a granddaughter expected to arrive any day; her sister, Nancy (Ted) Gutman; niece Holly (Ryan) Luttenegger; nephew Teddy (Justina) Gutman; great nephews Jackson Luttenegger, Brock Luttenegger, and Theo Gutman; and several other nieces, nephews, and cousins.&nbsp;Dee Dee was preceded in death by her parents and several aunts and uncles.&nbsp;Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory.Family will receive guests on Sunday, Feb. 4, 2024 from 12 to 2 p.m. for visitation, concluding with a memorial service&nbsp;at 2 p.m. at Prugh Funeral Service (3940 Division Street, Burlington).Memorial contributions in Dee Dee’s memory are suggested to The Children’s Miracle Network.

Diana “Dee Dee” Glancy

Christal Luv Young-McClendon, 49, of Burlington, died Friday, Jan. 19, 2024, at Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West Burlington.

Born March 25, 1974, in Burlington, she was the daughter of Leonard Young and Angela Donlan Murphy-Ashbaker.

Christal attended Burlington High School and earned her GED. She was engaged to Oakley Caskey.

Christal was an artist and loved to draw. She was very good at doing make-up and hair. Christal loved spending time with her family.

Survivors include her children Kenyon Jones, Anthony Caskey, and Mason Caskey all of Burlington; her mother Angela Murphy-Ashbaker of Burlington; siblings Nicole (Dontis) McClellon of Davenport and Travis Young of Burlington; Uncles Jim (Melodee) Donlan of Carman, Ill. and Mark (Colleen) Donlan of Burlington; cousins Amanda (Jason) Rankin, Audra (Arron) Valdez, James Donlan III, David (Shawna) Donlan, Tyler Donlan, Marcus Donlan and Tonya (Adam) Robertson; niece Kaley (Conner) Knapp and nephews Tony (Raven) Young, Travis Cline and Robert Young; best friends Laura, “Cat” and “Papa Soul” and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her father Leonard Young, grandparents James and Margaret Donlan, and fiancé Oakley.

The service for Christal will be 1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 1st at Lunning Chapel with Reverend Fred Starling officiating. The family will receive friends from 12-1pm prior to the service. Cremation will be accorded following the service.

A memorial has been established to help pay for funeral expenses.

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2024/1/1706647920014.jpeg" alt="Cristal Luv Young-McClendon" />
 <figcaption>Cristal Luv Young-McClendon</figcaption>
 </figure>Christal Luv Young-McClendon, 49, of Burlington, died Friday, Jan. 19, 2024, at Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West Burlington.Born March 25, 1974, in Burlington, she was the daughter of Leonard Young and Angela Donlan Murphy-Ashbaker.Christal attended Burlington High School and earned her GED. She was engaged to Oakley Caskey.Christal was an artist and loved to draw. She was very good at doing make-up and hair. Christal loved spending time with her family.Survivors include her children Kenyon Jones, Anthony Caskey, and Mason Caskey all of Burlington; her mother Angela Murphy-Ashbaker of Burlington; siblings Nicole (Dontis) McClellon of Davenport and Travis Young of Burlington; Uncles Jim (Melodee) Donlan of Carman, Ill. and Mark (Colleen) Donlan of Burlington; cousins Amanda (Jason) Rankin, Audra (Arron) Valdez, James Donlan III, David (Shawna) Donlan, Tyler Donlan, Marcus Donlan and Tonya (Adam) Robertson; niece Kaley (Conner) Knapp and nephews Tony (Raven) Young, Travis Cline and Robert Young; best friends Laura, “Cat” and “Papa Soul” and several nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her father Leonard Young, grandparents James and Margaret Donlan, and fiancé Oakley.The service for Christal will be 1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 1st at Lunning Chapel with Reverend Fred Starling officiating. The family will receive friends from 12-1pm prior to the service. Cremation will be accorded following the service.A memorial has been established to help pay for funeral expenses.

Christal Luv Young-McClendon

DeAnna M. Turner, 59, of Danville, died Thursday, Jan. 25, 2024, at her home. Born Jan. 4, 1965, in Burlington, she was the daughter of Dwight and Donna Waterhouse Martin.

She graduated from Mediapolis High School and attended Kirkwood Community College studying the horse program.

On April 21, 1990, she married Dale Turner in Sperry. She was of the Christian Faith.

DeAnna currently worked at Lowe’s Home Improvement and had been employed there for 17 years. She was very active in the Special Kids Rodeo and the Smok’N Guns Arena. She enjoyed riding horses and working on the farm. She loved spending time with her family and was like a mother to many.

Survivors include her husband Dale of Danville; daughter Audra (Danny) Matejewski of Danville; son Justin (Jenna) Turner of Danville; mother Donna Martin of Sperry; brother Robert Kriby of Sperry, and special dog Daisy.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents Robert and Irene Waterhouse, father Dwight Martin, and father-in-law and mother-in-law Leonard, and Kathryn Turner.

The funeral service for DeAnna will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 30 at Lunning Chapel with Reverend David Mixon officiating. Interment will be in Long Creek Cemetery.

Memorials have been established to help assist youth riders, Special Kids Rodeo, &nbsp;and to Hope Haven.

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 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2024/1/1706646897004.jpeg" alt="DeAnna M. Turner" />
 <figcaption>DeAnna M. Turner</figcaption>
 </figure>DeAnna M. Turner, 59, of Danville, died Thursday, Jan. 25, 2024, at her home. Born Jan. 4, 1965, in Burlington, she was the daughter of Dwight and Donna Waterhouse Martin.She graduated from Mediapolis High School and attended Kirkwood Community College studying the horse program.On April 21, 1990, she married Dale Turner in Sperry. She was of the Christian Faith.DeAnna currently worked at Lowe’s Home Improvement and had been employed there for 17 years. She was very active in the Special Kids Rodeo and the Smok’N Guns Arena. She enjoyed riding horses and working on the farm. She loved spending time with her family and was like a mother to many.Survivors include her husband Dale of Danville; daughter Audra (Danny) Matejewski of Danville; son Justin (Jenna) Turner of Danville; mother Donna Martin of Sperry; brother Robert Kriby of Sperry, and special dog Daisy.She was preceded in death by her grandparents Robert and Irene Waterhouse, father Dwight Martin, and father-in-law and mother-in-law Leonard, and Kathryn Turner.The funeral service for DeAnna will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 30 at Lunning Chapel with Reverend David Mixon officiating. Interment will be in Long Creek Cemetery.Memorials have been established to help assist youth riders, Special Kids Rodeo, &nbsp;and to Hope Haven.

DeAnna M. Turner

Mary Stewart, 66, of Burlington, died Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2024, at her home in Burlington.

Born April 6, 1957, in Burlington, she was the daughter of Gerald and Ila &nbsp;Long Miller.&nbsp;

&nbsp;Mary loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. When she was not spending time with family and friends, she was known for watching a good movie or going to the occasional yard sale and finding treasures. Mary had a love for plants. As soon as you walked into her house, people were able to see just how much she loved her plants.

Survivors include her sons; Dustin Stewart, Jason Stewart, and Ricky Stewart; grandchildren, Noel, Libby, Abigail, Kaitlyn, Kelsey, and Jaxson; great-grandchild, Zaylyn; siblings, Ila Jacobs, Jerry Miller, Dianne Thompson, and Brad Miller; and several nieces and nephews.

Besides her parents, Mary was preceded in death by her former husbands, Jerry Stewart and Gary McGinity; and two siblings, Lisa and Terry.

Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory. A celebration of life will be held at a later date

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 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2024/1/1706290502156.jpeg" alt="Mary Stewart" />
 <figcaption>Mary Stewart</figcaption>
 </figure>Mary Stewart, 66, of Burlington, died Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2024, at her home in Burlington.Born April 6, 1957, in Burlington, she was the daughter of Gerald and Ila &nbsp;Long Miller.&nbsp;&nbsp;Mary loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. When she was not spending time with family and friends, she was known for watching a good movie or going to the occasional yard sale and finding treasures. Mary had a love for plants. As soon as you walked into her house, people were able to see just how much she loved her plants.Survivors include her sons; Dustin Stewart, Jason Stewart, and Ricky Stewart; grandchildren, Noel, Libby, Abigail, Kaitlyn, Kelsey, and Jaxson; great-grandchild, Zaylyn; siblings, Ila Jacobs, Jerry Miller, Dianne Thompson, and Brad Miller; and several nieces and nephews.Besides her parents, Mary was preceded in death by her former husbands, Jerry Stewart and Gary McGinity; and two siblings, Lisa and Terry.Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory. A celebration of life will be held at a later date

Mary Stewart

Born on Feb. 13, 1954, in Seoul, South Korea, she was the daughter of Yun Pong Kim and Un Sun Sin. On April 23, 1971, she married Larry Dean Richardson in Seoul, South Korea.

Song lived every day to the fullest for her family, they were her main focus in life. Family was always welcome to stop by whenever they wanted. Before you could get your shoes off, Song would ask “Have you had anything to eat today?” She loved being in the kitchen cooking for her family. When family heard she was cooking Korean food they would all gather together. Her cooking was loved by all. Most of all Song adored her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

She is survived by her husband Larry; children: Judy (Lance) Gardner and Paul (Cristy) Richardson; nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents and daughter Brenda O’Brien.

Per her 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/2024/1/1706290336576.jpeg" alt="Song Juk Richardson" />
 <figcaption>Song Juk Richardson</figcaption>
 </figure>Born on Feb. 13, 1954, in Seoul, South Korea, she was the daughter of Yun Pong Kim and Un Sun Sin. On April 23, 1971, she married Larry Dean Richardson in Seoul, South Korea.Song lived every day to the fullest for her family, they were her main focus in life. Family was always welcome to stop by whenever they wanted. Before you could get your shoes off, Song would ask “Have you had anything to eat today?” She loved being in the kitchen cooking for her family. When family heard she was cooking Korean food they would all gather together. Her cooking was loved by all. Most of all Song adored her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.She is survived by her husband Larry; children: Judy (Lance) Gardner and Paul (Cristy) Richardson; nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents and daughter Brenda O’Brien.Per her wishes, cremation has been accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel and no services will be held.

Song Suk Richardson

Kathryn L. Glasgow, 91, died Sunday, Jan. 21, 2024. She was born in Bellflower, Mo. on Nov. 11, 1932, to Arthur Wray and Mae Juanita Stansbery Phillips.

In December of 1949, she married Lawrence Glasgow in Washington, Iowa.

She loved camping, fishing, mushroom hunting, and especially running. She loved singing in RSVP and Rhythm Rockers.

Survivors include her brother Kenneth (Janaan) Phillips of Cedar Rapids; two sons, David Glasgow of Coralville, and Larry (Lisa) Glasgow of East China, Mich.; two daughters, Linda (Bob) Grelk of Houghton and Connie (John) Van Winkle of Alpharetta, Ga.; 11 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; 16 great-great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, two grandsons David Glasgow Jr. and Brian Glasgow, her parents, two brothers Dennis Phillips and Bobby Phillips, and two sisters Francis Wiesner and Shirley Phillips.

According to her wishes, cremation has been accorded and a private family burial will be held at Elm Grove Cemetery in Washington, Iowa at a later date.

Cards and memorials may be sent in c/o Lunning Chapel, 2620 Mt. Pleasant St., Burlington, IA 52601.

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 <figcaption>Kathryn L. Glasgow</figcaption>
 </figure>Kathryn L. Glasgow, 91, died Sunday, Jan. 21, 2024. She was born in Bellflower, Mo. on Nov. 11, 1932, to Arthur Wray and Mae Juanita Stansbery Phillips.In December of 1949, she married Lawrence Glasgow in Washington, Iowa.She loved camping, fishing, mushroom hunting, and especially running. She loved singing in RSVP and Rhythm Rockers.Survivors include her brother Kenneth (Janaan) Phillips of Cedar Rapids; two sons, David Glasgow of Coralville, and Larry (Lisa) Glasgow of East China, Mich.; two daughters, Linda (Bob) Grelk of Houghton and Connie (John) Van Winkle of Alpharetta, Ga.; 11 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; 16 great-great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her husband, two grandsons David Glasgow Jr. and Brian Glasgow, her parents, two brothers Dennis Phillips and Bobby Phillips, and two sisters Francis Wiesner and Shirley Phillips.According to her wishes, cremation has been accorded and a private family burial will be held at Elm Grove Cemetery in Washington, Iowa at a later date.Cards and memorials may be sent in c/o Lunning Chapel, 2620 Mt. Pleasant St., Burlington, IA 52601.

Kathryn L. Glasgow

Dr. Carl Robert "Bob" Bennett, died peacefully on Jan. 21, 2024, in his hometown of Burlington.&nbsp;

Bob was an educator for over 45 years as a teacher, principal, superintendent of schools, and&nbsp;college president, where he pushed himself and others to be better; his optimism, smile, and&nbsp;upbeat approach to life and learning made people believe that they could. Bob began his career&nbsp;in Iowa, teaching for 11 years before becoming a high school principal, and school district&nbsp;superintendent. &nbsp;Bob completed his PHD from Iowa State University, moving into higher&nbsp;education also in Iowa, where he became the Vice President of Instruction at Kirkwood&nbsp;Community College in Cedar&nbsp; Rapids, Iowa. Bob was President of three community colleges.&nbsp;Gogebic Community College in Michigan, North Idaho College in Idaho, and Miles Community&nbsp;College in Montana. After retiring as President of Miles Community College, Bob was the&nbsp;director of the Human Rights Institute in Coeur d’Alene. Bob was passionate about education&nbsp;and he believed in its role in society and as a&nbsp; central means of improving one’s self. He was a life-long learner.&nbsp;

In addition to his life in education, Bob led a full personal life with many friends, students,&nbsp;colleagues, and family who loved and admired him. He had a love of nature and animals and&nbsp;could be seen walking with one of his many dogs and chatting with those he met almost every&nbsp;day. His infectious smile, curiosity, and love of conversation made him a welcome addition and&nbsp;many friends. Bob’s dedication to a life well lived, including exercise, good friends, and seizing&nbsp;the moment inspired many.

Bob is survived by his three children: Lisa Hobson, Carl Robert Bennett (Bob), and Stephanie&nbsp;Bennett; his four grandchildren: Bennett Hobson, Carly Hamilton, Shane Fitzgerald, and Hannah&nbsp;Bennett; his three great grandchildren: Jackson Hamilton, Tal Hobson, and Rose Fitzgerald and&nbsp;his two sisters: Sherry Kuster and Marty Grimshaw. HIs wife, Donna Bennett, preceded him in&nbsp;death.&nbsp; &nbsp; A celebration of life will be held for friends and family in May. The date and location will be&nbsp;announced soon.&nbsp;

Memorial gifts can be made to the C. Robert and Donna Bennett Memorial Scholarship through the&nbsp;North Idaho College Foundation, Inc. at 1000 West Garden Avenue, Coeur d’Alene ID 83814 or securely&nbsp;online at: www.nic.edu/give

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 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2024/1/1706251882407.jpeg" alt="Bob Bennett" />
 <figcaption>Bob Bennett</figcaption>
 </figure>Dr. Carl Robert "Bob" Bennett, died peacefully on Jan. 21, 2024, in his hometown of Burlington.&nbsp;Bob was an educator for over 45 years as a teacher, principal, superintendent of schools, and&nbsp;college president, where he pushed himself and others to be better; his optimism, smile, and&nbsp;upbeat approach to life and learning made people believe that they could. Bob began his career&nbsp;in Iowa, teaching for 11 years before becoming a high school principal, and school district&nbsp;superintendent. &nbsp;Bob completed his PHD from Iowa State University, moving into higher&nbsp;education also in Iowa, where he became the Vice President of Instruction at Kirkwood&nbsp;Community College in Cedar&nbsp; Rapids, Iowa. Bob was President of three community colleges.&nbsp;Gogebic Community College in Michigan, North Idaho College in Idaho, and Miles Community&nbsp;College in Montana. After retiring as President of Miles Community College, Bob was the&nbsp;director of the Human Rights Institute in Coeur d’Alene. Bob was passionate about education&nbsp;and he believed in its role in society and as a&nbsp; central means of improving one’s self. He was a life-long learner.&nbsp;In addition to his life in education, Bob led a full personal life with many friends, students,&nbsp;colleagues, and family who loved and admired him. He had a love of nature and animals and&nbsp;could be seen walking with one of his many dogs and chatting with those he met almost every&nbsp;day. His infectious smile, curiosity, and love of conversation made him a welcome addition and&nbsp;many friends. Bob’s dedication to a life well lived, including exercise, good friends, and seizing&nbsp;the moment inspired many.Bob is survived by his three children: Lisa Hobson, Carl Robert Bennett (Bob), and Stephanie&nbsp;Bennett; his four grandchildren: Bennett Hobson, Carly Hamilton, Shane Fitzgerald, and Hannah&nbsp;Bennett; his three great grandchildren: Jackson Hamilton, Tal Hobson, and Rose Fitzgerald and&nbsp;his two sisters: Sherry Kuster and Marty Grimshaw. HIs wife, Donna Bennett, preceded him in&nbsp;death.&nbsp; &nbsp; A celebration of life will be held for friends and family in May. The date and location will be&nbsp;announced soon.&nbsp;Memorial gifts can be made to the C. Robert and Donna Bennett Memorial Scholarship through the&nbsp;North Idaho College Foundation, Inc. at 1000 West Garden Avenue, Coeur d’Alene ID 83814 or securely&nbsp;online at: www.nic.edu/give

Dr. Carl Robert "Bob" Bennett

Dean Richard Hahn, 61, of Burlington, died unexpectedly on Jan. 22, 2024, in Iowa City. 

Born May 31, 1962, in Davenport, Dean lived an exceptional life.

In his adolescent years, Dean relocated to Mediapolis with his mother, Carlis Miller, stepfather &nbsp;Earl Miller, and his siblings. Dean enjoyed life in the country including riding ATVs, hunting, fishing, and life on the river at his family's cabin.

After graduating, Dean had a fulfilling 37-year career at Wal-Mart Distribution Center and had lifelong friendships with many of the people who worked alongside him.

In 1987, Dean married the love of his life, Irene Zagorski, and he moved to Burlington. In 1998, they welcomed the birth of their only daughter, Noelle Hahn. Dean loved his wife and daughter very much. Dean lived out the rest of his life loving his family, including his daughter-in-law, Ashley, and two grandchildren, Kevin and Corri. Together they all enjoyed gardening, cooking, swimming, car shows, and countless other activities. But most importantly they enjoyed being together.

Dean was preceded in death by both of his grandparents, Harvey and Margaret Sothmann; parents, Earl and Carlis Miller, and father Richard Hahn; and two siblings, Doug Hahn and Vicki Koffend.

He is survived by his wife, Irene; daughter, Noelle (Ashley) Hahn; two grandchildren, Kevin and Corri; sister, Jodi (Lenny Zimmerman) Hahn; sisters-in-law, Sofie (Dave) Dorn, and Maria Szabluk; brother-in-law, Jon Zagorski; and an abundance of aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews.

Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 27, 2024, at Prugh Funeral Service, 3940 Division Street.

The funeral service for Mr. Hahn will be 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 27, 2024, at Prugh Funeral Service, 3940 Division Street with Fr. Dominic Nguyen officiating. A time of food and fellowship will be held in the community room at Prugh Funeral Service following the service.&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for The Kayla Foundation.

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 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2024/1/1706250455231.jpeg" alt="Dean Hahn" />
 <figcaption>Dean Hahn</figcaption>
 </figure>Dean Richard Hahn, 61, of Burlington, died unexpectedly on Jan. 22, 2024, in Iowa City. Born May 31, 1962, in Davenport, Dean lived an exceptional life.In his adolescent years, Dean relocated to Mediapolis with his mother, Carlis Miller, stepfather &nbsp;Earl Miller, and his siblings. Dean enjoyed life in the country including riding ATVs, hunting, fishing, and life on the river at his family's cabin.After graduating, Dean had a fulfilling 37-year career at Wal-Mart Distribution Center and had lifelong friendships with many of the people who worked alongside him.In 1987, Dean married the love of his life, Irene Zagorski, and he moved to Burlington. In 1998, they welcomed the birth of their only daughter, Noelle Hahn. Dean loved his wife and daughter very much. Dean lived out the rest of his life loving his family, including his daughter-in-law, Ashley, and two grandchildren, Kevin and Corri. Together they all enjoyed gardening, cooking, swimming, car shows, and countless other activities. But most importantly they enjoyed being together.Dean was preceded in death by both of his grandparents, Harvey and Margaret Sothmann; parents, Earl and Carlis Miller, and father Richard Hahn; and two siblings, Doug Hahn and Vicki Koffend.He is survived by his wife, Irene; daughter, Noelle (Ashley) Hahn; two grandchildren, Kevin and Corri; sister, Jodi (Lenny Zimmerman) Hahn; sisters-in-law, Sofie (Dave) Dorn, and Maria Szabluk; brother-in-law, Jon Zagorski; and an abundance of aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews.Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 27, 2024, at Prugh Funeral Service, 3940 Division Street.The funeral service for Mr. Hahn will be 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 27, 2024, at Prugh Funeral Service, 3940 Division Street with Fr. Dominic Nguyen officiating. A time of food and fellowship will be held in the community room at Prugh Funeral Service following the service.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for The Kayla Foundation.

Dean Richard Hahn

Mollie Jane Schmitz, 86, of Burlington, &nbsp;died on Jan., 17, 2024. Services will be held on Feb. 3, 2024, at Concordia Lutheran Church at 2901 Cliff Road, Burlington. Visitation is 10 to 11 a.m., Service is at 11 a.m. and refreshments will be served after.

Mollie Jane Schmitz, 86, of Burlington, &nbsp;died on Jan., 17, 2024. Services will be held on Feb. 3, 2024, at Concordia Lutheran Church at 2901 Cliff Road, Burlington. Visitation is 10 to 11 a.m., Service is at 11 a.m. and refreshments will be served after.

Mollie Jane Schmitz

Pamela Ann Dodds, 77, of West Burlington, passed away at 8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 16 at Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in the presence of her family, and the peace and grace of the Lord.

Pam was a devoted daughter, sister, mother, wife, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Her family is her legacy and the energy that powered her life to the end.

She was born Dec. 29, 1946, to Harry Rheinschmidt and Mary Lee McKitterick Rheinschmidt. The family initially lived on North Hill in Burlington before her father moved the family to a farm near Beaverdale where she was raised with two brothers and two sisters. Pam had a special relationship with her grandmother Margaret Brooks Rheinschmidt and spent many hours playing with her grandmother, and grandfather Ed Rheinschmidt. Ed was a businessman in West Burlington and served on the West Burlington City Council. Pam graduated from Burlington High School and attended Burlington Community College before having her first son Daniel in 1967. She entered the workforce as a cashier at Giants Food Store in Fareway Center in Burlington.

She married Ronald Raymond Vandenberg in 1968 and had two more children, Charles and John, in 1968 and 1970. Pam and Ron divorced, and then the mother of three went to work at the Central Soya Company and Burlington Basket Co. to provide for her family.

In 1975 she had her fourth son Michael, and the four lived together in West Burlington. She went back to school at Western Illinois University and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in science education with a teaching certificate. After a short stint substitute teaching and a year with the Burlington Community School District, she joined the Danville Community School District where she taught physics, biology, and chemistry. She retired from teaching in 2015. In 1989 she married long-time friend Randy Dodds and the two were together until he passed in 2017 after a long battle with Parkinson’s Disease. Pam also served on the West Burlington School District Board of Education.

She enjoyed spending time with special friends Mike Sweet, Charlene Lindsay, Cindy Brown and Joyce Mickey. And her favorite thing to do was take her friends and family out for meals, spending holidays together, hosting family vacations at cabins throughout Tennessee and Kentucky, and trying her luck at casinos across the Midwest.

Pam is survived by her four sons: Dan (Karen) Rheinschmidt of Cape Coral, Fla., Charles (Lee) Vandenberg of Fort Madison, John (Susan) Vandenberg of West Burlington, and Mike Vandenberg of West Burlington; two sisters: Carol Myers of West Burlington, and Karen (Millard) Walls, of Kentucky; one brother, Jerry Rheinschmidt of Colorado; seven grandchildren: Branden Rheinschmidt of North Carolina, Heather Rheinschmidt of Florida, Taylor Vandenberg of New York, Natalie Vandenberg, Hayden Vandenberg and Amelia Vandenberg, all of West Burlington, and Hayden Wilson of W. Des Moines; and two great-grandchildren Kyle and Daniel Rheinschmidt of Florida.

She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother Ron Rheinschmidt, and one granddaughter Kelsey Vandenberg.&nbsp;

A visitation will be held at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home and Crematory in West Burlington from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 20. Mom requested a graveside service at her family’s plot in Aspen Grove Cemetery immediately following the visitation.

Memorials can be made to Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House or the Des Moines County Retired School Personnel Association. &nbsp;

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 </figure>Pamela Ann Dodds, 77, of West Burlington, passed away at 8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 16 at Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in the presence of her family, and the peace and grace of the Lord.Pam was a devoted daughter, sister, mother, wife, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Her family is her legacy and the energy that powered her life to the end.She was born Dec. 29, 1946, to Harry Rheinschmidt and Mary Lee McKitterick Rheinschmidt. The family initially lived on North Hill in Burlington before her father moved the family to a farm near Beaverdale where she was raised with two brothers and two sisters. Pam had a special relationship with her grandmother Margaret Brooks Rheinschmidt and spent many hours playing with her grandmother, and grandfather Ed Rheinschmidt. Ed was a businessman in West Burlington and served on the West Burlington City Council. Pam graduated from Burlington High School and attended Burlington Community College before having her first son Daniel in 1967. She entered the workforce as a cashier at Giants Food Store in Fareway Center in Burlington.She married Ronald Raymond Vandenberg in 1968 and had two more children, Charles and John, in 1968 and 1970. Pam and Ron divorced, and then the mother of three went to work at the Central Soya Company and Burlington Basket Co. to provide for her family.In 1975 she had her fourth son Michael, and the four lived together in West Burlington. She went back to school at Western Illinois University and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in science education with a teaching certificate. After a short stint substitute teaching and a year with the Burlington Community School District, she joined the Danville Community School District where she taught physics, biology, and chemistry. She retired from teaching in 2015. In 1989 she married long-time friend Randy Dodds and the two were together until he passed in 2017 after a long battle with Parkinson’s Disease. Pam also served on the West Burlington School District Board of Education.She enjoyed spending time with special friends Mike Sweet, Charlene Lindsay, Cindy Brown and Joyce Mickey. And her favorite thing to do was take her friends and family out for meals, spending holidays together, hosting family vacations at cabins throughout Tennessee and Kentucky, and trying her luck at casinos across the Midwest.Pam is survived by her four sons: Dan (Karen) Rheinschmidt of Cape Coral, Fla., Charles (Lee) Vandenberg of Fort Madison, John (Susan) Vandenberg of West Burlington, and Mike Vandenberg of West Burlington; two sisters: Carol Myers of West Burlington, and Karen (Millard) Walls, of Kentucky; one brother, Jerry Rheinschmidt of Colorado; seven grandchildren: Branden Rheinschmidt of North Carolina, Heather Rheinschmidt of Florida, Taylor Vandenberg of New York, Natalie Vandenberg, Hayden Vandenberg and Amelia Vandenberg, all of West Burlington, and Hayden Wilson of W. Des Moines; and two great-grandchildren Kyle and Daniel Rheinschmidt of Florida.She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother Ron Rheinschmidt, and one granddaughter Kelsey Vandenberg.&nbsp;A visitation will be held at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home and Crematory in West Burlington from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 20. Mom requested a graveside service at her family’s plot in Aspen Grove Cemetery immediately following the visitation.Memorials can be made to Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House or the Des Moines County Retired School Personnel Association. &nbsp;

Pamela Ann Dodds

Ethel Mae Wills, 94, died Jan. 11, 2024, in Burlington. &nbsp;

Ethel was born June 27, 1929 in Ottumwa, the daughter of William and Pearl Young Clark.&nbsp; &nbsp;Ethel worked at the Midwest Biscuit Company for over 30 years.&nbsp; When Ethel was younger, she enjoyed camping, fishing and motorcycling with her husband, Charles.&nbsp; They would spend many days going to auctions to discover new treasures and antiquing.&nbsp; Ethel loved crocheting and gifting afghans to her family.&nbsp; She was an avid bingo player and never passed up an opportunity to play.&nbsp; Moreover, she loved her family.&nbsp; Her personality and kindness will be missed, but her memory will be carried on by all who love her. Ethel’s family include her children, Gerald (Joyce) Wills, Debra (Robert) Manning, Michael C. Wills; grandchildren, Shane (Margie) Royer, Rachel Manning, Justin Manning; two great grandchildren; sister, Barb Hester; several nieces and nephews.&nbsp; Sadly, Ethel is preceded in death by her husband, Charles; daughter, Christine Royer; sister, Juanita Chapman and brother, Orrin Clark. Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Prugh funeral service.&nbsp; No services are being planned at this time.

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 <figcaption>Ethel Mae Wills</figcaption>
 </figure>Ethel Mae Wills, 94, died Jan. 11, 2024, in Burlington. &nbsp; Ethel was born June 27, 1929 in Ottumwa, the daughter of William and Pearl Young Clark.&nbsp; &nbsp;Ethel worked at the Midwest Biscuit Company for over 30 years.&nbsp; When Ethel was younger, she enjoyed camping, fishing and motorcycling with her husband, Charles.&nbsp; They would spend many days going to auctions to discover new treasures and antiquing.&nbsp; Ethel loved crocheting and gifting afghans to her family.&nbsp; She was an avid bingo player and never passed up an opportunity to play.&nbsp; Moreover, she loved her family.&nbsp; Her personality and kindness will be missed, but her memory will be carried on by all who love her. Ethel’s family include her children, Gerald (Joyce) Wills, Debra (Robert) Manning, Michael C. Wills; grandchildren, Shane (Margie) Royer, Rachel Manning, Justin Manning; two great grandchildren; sister, Barb Hester; several nieces and nephews.&nbsp; Sadly, Ethel is preceded in death by her husband, Charles; daughter, Christine Royer; sister, Juanita Chapman and brother, Orrin Clark. Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Prugh funeral service.&nbsp; No services are being planned at this time.

Ethel Mae Wills

Raymond Theodore Abel, 89, died &nbsp;Jan. 18, 2024 in Burlington.

Born Oct. 15, 1934, in rural Mediapolis, he was the son of Jesse and Gertrude Beckman Abel.&nbsp; On Oct. 3, 1959 he married Patricia Cahill at St. Bridget’s, Nolan Settlement.

Dr. Abel graduated from Sperry High School.&nbsp; He earned a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Iowa State University in 1959.&nbsp; While at ISU he was admitted into Alpha Zeta and Phi Zeta honorary societies.

After graduation he served two years in the Army Veterinary Corps.&nbsp; He practiced veterinary medicine in a mixed animal practice in Mediapolis, Iowa for forty years, retiring in 2000.&nbsp; He had a strong work ethic and took pride in his professional endeavors.&nbsp; He continued to do veterinary relief work after retirement.

Dr. Abel was a life member of the American Veterinary Association, the IVMA, the EIVMA, and the Southeast Iowa Veterinary Association.&nbsp; He donated time to 4-H animal health projects and the Des Moines County Cattlemen’s Association named him associate cattleman of the year for his veterinary service.&nbsp; He served on the Mediapolis City Council.&nbsp; He was a Cub Scout master when his sons were growing up.

He was a member of the Mediapolis Savings Bank Board of Directors for forty years, an avocation which he thoroughly enjoyed.&nbsp; He recently served as a director of the Mediapolis Savings Bank Bancorporation.

Dr. Abel was a life long member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Dodgeville.&nbsp; He served on the St. Mary’s Cemetery Committee and was a Knights of Columbus member.

He and his wife were avid foreign travelers who enjoyed experiencing the culture and cuisine of different countries throughout the world.&nbsp; He was an outdoorsman, and was an enthusiastic ISU Cyclones and St. Louis Cardinals fan.&nbsp; His family was foremost in his life.&nbsp; He spent his leisure time reading, playing cards, golfing, boating, fishing and enjoying family activities.&nbsp; He spent many hours at the family Mississippi River cabin.

Dr. Abel’s family include his wife, Patricia; three sons, Steven (JoAnn) of St. Charles, Ill., John (Terry) of Barrington, Ill., James (Denise) of Marion; nine grandchildren, Ryan (Tanner) Seal, Megan (Wesley) Distad, Griffin (Mary) Abel, Mallory (Sam) Wildeman, Quinlan Abel, Dylan Abel, Brandon Abel, Connor Abel, and Jack Abel; and six great-grandchildren.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Paul, Harold, and Francis; and one sister, Loretta Stevenson.

Visitation for Dr. Abel will be held on Monday, Jan. 22, 2024 from 12 to 7 p.m. at Prugh Funeral Service (3940 Division Street, Burlington) with family receiving guests from 4 to 7 p.m with a 6:30 p.m. vigil service.&nbsp; A funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2024, 11 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church (13201&nbsp;Dodgeville&nbsp;Rd, Dodgeville).&nbsp; Burial to follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for the American Diabetes Association, St Mary’s Catholic Church and Cemetery, and Southeast Iowa Hospice.

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 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2024/1/1705771791746.jpeg" alt="Raymond Theodore Abel" />
 <figcaption>Raymond Theodore Abel</figcaption>
 </figure>Raymond Theodore Abel, 89, died &nbsp;Jan. 18, 2024 in Burlington.Born Oct. 15, 1934, in rural Mediapolis, he was the son of Jesse and Gertrude Beckman Abel.&nbsp; On Oct. 3, 1959 he married Patricia Cahill at St. Bridget’s, Nolan Settlement.Dr. Abel graduated from Sperry High School.&nbsp; He earned a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Iowa State University in 1959.&nbsp; While at ISU he was admitted into Alpha Zeta and Phi Zeta honorary societies.After graduation he served two years in the Army Veterinary Corps.&nbsp; He practiced veterinary medicine in a mixed animal practice in Mediapolis, Iowa for forty years, retiring in 2000.&nbsp; He had a strong work ethic and took pride in his professional endeavors.&nbsp; He continued to do veterinary relief work after retirement.Dr. Abel was a life member of the American Veterinary Association, the IVMA, the EIVMA, and the Southeast Iowa Veterinary Association.&nbsp; He donated time to 4-H animal health projects and the Des Moines County Cattlemen’s Association named him associate cattleman of the year for his veterinary service.&nbsp; He served on the Mediapolis City Council.&nbsp; He was a Cub Scout master when his sons were growing up.He was a member of the Mediapolis Savings Bank Board of Directors for forty years, an avocation which he thoroughly enjoyed.&nbsp; He recently served as a director of the Mediapolis Savings Bank Bancorporation.Dr. Abel was a life long member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Dodgeville.&nbsp; He served on the St. Mary’s Cemetery Committee and was a Knights of Columbus member.He and his wife were avid foreign travelers who enjoyed experiencing the culture and cuisine of different countries throughout the world.&nbsp; He was an outdoorsman, and was an enthusiastic ISU Cyclones and St. Louis Cardinals fan.&nbsp; His family was foremost in his life.&nbsp; He spent his leisure time reading, playing cards, golfing, boating, fishing and enjoying family activities.&nbsp; He spent many hours at the family Mississippi River cabin.Dr. Abel’s family include his wife, Patricia; three sons, Steven (JoAnn) of St. Charles, Ill., John (Terry) of Barrington, Ill., James (Denise) of Marion; nine grandchildren, Ryan (Tanner) Seal, Megan (Wesley) Distad, Griffin (Mary) Abel, Mallory (Sam) Wildeman, Quinlan Abel, Dylan Abel, Brandon Abel, Connor Abel, and Jack Abel; and six great-grandchildren.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Paul, Harold, and Francis; and one sister, Loretta Stevenson.Visitation for Dr. Abel will be held on Monday, Jan. 22, 2024 from 12 to 7 p.m. at Prugh Funeral Service (3940 Division Street, Burlington) with family receiving guests from 4 to 7 p.m with a 6:30 p.m. vigil service.&nbsp; A funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2024, 11 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church (13201&nbsp;Dodgeville&nbsp;Rd, Dodgeville).&nbsp; Burial to follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery.In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for the American Diabetes Association, St Mary’s Catholic Church and Cemetery, and Southeast Iowa Hospice.

Raymond Theodore Abel

Patricia Jo Guzman, 68, died Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024, in her home surrounded by family.&nbsp; She was 68 years old.

Patricia was born Sept. 6, 1955, in Fort Madison, the daughter of Caracci and Carmen Puga Guzman.&nbsp; Patricia worked for the Burlington Medical Center and the Great River Medical Center for over 30 years and retired in 2018.&nbsp; She enjoyed taking her children fishing when she was young and as she got older loved going on walks and taking her grandchildren to the Dairy Queen. She loved her peanut buster parfaits. She loved her pets throughout the years and enjoyed the presence of animals. She saw beauty in all things, always had a laid-back energy, and advised her loved ones never to worry. &nbsp;She had a deep faith and love of God. Things have a way of working out. She was the Mama Pat of all her children’s friends and mothered more than just her children. Patricia’s kindness and compassion was one of a kind and her legacy will live on through all those who love her.

Patricia’s family includes her children, Aaron (Cassandra) Lefler and Michele Beard; thirteen grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; siblings, Robert (Connie) Guzman, Johnny Guzman, Daniel (Deb) Guzman, Vickie (Dennis) Guzman, Barbara Frerichs and Brenda Guzman; and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp; Sadly, Patricia is preceded in death by her son, Jeremy Lefler; grandson, Austin; parents, Caracci and Carmen; and several beloved nephews.

Cremation services have been entrusted to Prugh Funeral Service.

Patricia’s family will receive guests for visitation on Friday, Jan. 26, from 12 to 7 p.m. with family receiving friends from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Prugh Funeral Service (3940 Division Street, Burlington).

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Des Moines County Humane Society.

Please continue to keep the family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

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 </figure>Patricia Jo Guzman, 68, died Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024, in her home surrounded by family.&nbsp; She was 68 years old.Patricia was born Sept. 6, 1955, in Fort Madison, the daughter of Caracci and Carmen Puga Guzman.&nbsp; Patricia worked for the Burlington Medical Center and the Great River Medical Center for over 30 years and retired in 2018.&nbsp; She enjoyed taking her children fishing when she was young and as she got older loved going on walks and taking her grandchildren to the Dairy Queen. She loved her peanut buster parfaits. She loved her pets throughout the years and enjoyed the presence of animals. She saw beauty in all things, always had a laid-back energy, and advised her loved ones never to worry. &nbsp;She had a deep faith and love of God. Things have a way of working out. She was the Mama Pat of all her children’s friends and mothered more than just her children. Patricia’s kindness and compassion was one of a kind and her legacy will live on through all those who love her.Patricia’s family includes her children, Aaron (Cassandra) Lefler and Michele Beard; thirteen grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; siblings, Robert (Connie) Guzman, Johnny Guzman, Daniel (Deb) Guzman, Vickie (Dennis) Guzman, Barbara Frerichs and Brenda Guzman; and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp; Sadly, Patricia is preceded in death by her son, Jeremy Lefler; grandson, Austin; parents, Caracci and Carmen; and several beloved nephews.Cremation services have been entrusted to Prugh Funeral Service.Patricia’s family will receive guests for visitation on Friday, Jan. 26, from 12 to 7 p.m. with family receiving friends from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Prugh Funeral Service (3940 Division Street, Burlington).Memorial contributions are suggested to the Des Moines County Humane Society.Please continue to keep the family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Patricia Jo Guzman 

Jerry Ray Bonebright, age 77, of Albia, died peacefully on Jan. 12, 2024, at the VA hospital hospice ward in Des Moines.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Jerry was the son of Raymond and Wanda Hurley Bonebright.&nbsp; He was born in Unionville, Mo. on Dec. 1, 1946.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;As a young boy, Jerry attended a one-room country school- house in Russell, Iowa.&nbsp; Later in his childhood, they moved to Albia where he would graduate from high school.&nbsp; Jerry was always up to something.&nbsp; As a kid, he would tinker in the basement.&nbsp; He built rockets and set them off.&nbsp; He got caught because the smoke started creeping up the stairs.&nbsp; His dad would yell down, “Jerry, what are you doing?”&nbsp; His reply was the same every time he got caught red-handed, “NOTHING!!!”&nbsp; He moved to Albia where he and his dad drove eggs to Chicago. After that, his father opened a family produce business in Albia.&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Jerry went into the Marines and was starting OCS when he had to take an honorable discharge to return to Albia due to his father’s death and his mother’s quickly declining health.&nbsp; While in the Marines, he earned several medals including expert marksmanship coming in first out of 200 men. Sometime later, Jerry joined the Navy where he served in the Vietnam War from ’69-’71 aboard the USS Midway. He belonged to the VFW and the Legion in Albia, Iowa.&nbsp; He was a proud member of the NRA. After his service in the Navy ended, he returned to Albia and started a siding business.&nbsp; After that he started driving truck; that was a major part of his life which he did for 40 + years for Stone Container and Ashley Furniture, eventually retiring from Ashley.&nbsp; He traveled all over the continental US; He enjoyed runs to the south and west the most-his favorites were Texas and Colorado.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Do not ask him to run east.&nbsp; He liked going through Nebraska so he could stop at Cabela’s. Jerry enjoyed the outdoors.&nbsp; He loved hunting, fishing, camping, and target practice with guns and bows. He also enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle.&nbsp; His creativity and experiments continued into his adult life.&nbsp; You could find him in the garage tinkering and inventing things.&nbsp; If he wasn’t in there, he was building something, fixing things- cars, appliances, plumbing, pretty much anything.&nbsp; He enjoyed taking care of his beautiful lawn with mature trees.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Jerry married Nancy Smith on April 30, 1982, at the First Christian Church in Albia.&nbsp; Nancy and Jerry celebrated 41 years of marriage.&nbsp; They have a son, Scott (Melanie) Smith of Newton, Iowa and a daughter, Shannon (Kevin) Henderson of Johnston, Iowa.&nbsp; Jerry’s grandchildren are: Raven (Jamie) Sook of Ravenswood, West Virginia, Courtney (Trent) McPhillips of Union, Iowa. Breanna Palmeros and Gavin Palmeros of Osceola, Iowa. Shaylee (Adrian Ramirez) Duncan of Colfax, Iowa, Skyler Duncan of Newton, Iowa, Shilo Duncan of Newton, Iowa, and Charlie and Lucille Henderson of Johnston, Iowa.&nbsp; Jerry’s great-grandchildren are:&nbsp; Chayse Sook of Ravenswood, West Virginia, Carter McCloud of Ravenswood, West Virginia, Ellie Sook of Ravenswood, West Virginia.&nbsp; Melina, Zoey, and Shadow McPhillips of Union, Iowa, Zayvin, Zavier, and Ambrose Ramirez of Colfax, Iowa, Autumn Wood of Newton, Iowa, and Leela Ducan of Newton, Iowa.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Jerry is preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Sherry Beth Bonebright in infancy.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2024/1/1705526435671.jpeg" alt="Jerry Bonebright" />
 <figcaption>Jerry Bonebright</figcaption>
 </figure>Jerry Ray Bonebright, age 77, of Albia, died peacefully on Jan. 12, 2024, at the VA hospital hospice ward in Des Moines.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Jerry was the son of Raymond and Wanda Hurley Bonebright.&nbsp; He was born in Unionville, Mo. on Dec. 1, 1946.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;As a young boy, Jerry attended a one-room country school- house in Russell, Iowa.&nbsp; Later in his childhood, they moved to Albia where he would graduate from high school.&nbsp; Jerry was always up to something.&nbsp; As a kid, he would tinker in the basement.&nbsp; He built rockets and set them off.&nbsp; He got caught because the smoke started creeping up the stairs.&nbsp; His dad would yell down, “Jerry, what are you doing?”&nbsp; His reply was the same every time he got caught red-handed, “NOTHING!!!”&nbsp; He moved to Albia where he and his dad drove eggs to Chicago. After that, his father opened a family produce business in Albia.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Jerry went into the Marines and was starting OCS when he had to take an honorable discharge to return to Albia due to his father’s death and his mother’s quickly declining health.&nbsp; While in the Marines, he earned several medals including expert marksmanship coming in first out of 200 men. Sometime later, Jerry joined the Navy where he served in the Vietnam War from ’69-’71 aboard the USS Midway. He belonged to the VFW and the Legion in Albia, Iowa.&nbsp; He was a proud member of the NRA. After his service in the Navy ended, he returned to Albia and started a siding business.&nbsp; After that he started driving truck; that was a major part of his life which he did for 40 + years for Stone Container and Ashley Furniture, eventually retiring from Ashley.&nbsp; He traveled all over the continental US; He enjoyed runs to the south and west the most-his favorites were Texas and Colorado.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Do not ask him to run east.&nbsp; He liked going through Nebraska so he could stop at Cabela’s. Jerry enjoyed the outdoors.&nbsp; He loved hunting, fishing, camping, and target practice with guns and bows. He also enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle.&nbsp; His creativity and experiments continued into his adult life.&nbsp; You could find him in the garage tinkering and inventing things.&nbsp; If he wasn’t in there, he was building something, fixing things- cars, appliances, plumbing, pretty much anything.&nbsp; He enjoyed taking care of his beautiful lawn with mature trees.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Jerry married Nancy Smith on April 30, 1982, at the First Christian Church in Albia.&nbsp; Nancy and Jerry celebrated 41 years of marriage.&nbsp; They have a son, Scott (Melanie) Smith of Newton, Iowa and a daughter, Shannon (Kevin) Henderson of Johnston, Iowa.&nbsp; Jerry’s grandchildren are: Raven (Jamie) Sook of Ravenswood, West Virginia, Courtney (Trent) McPhillips of Union, Iowa. Breanna Palmeros and Gavin Palmeros of Osceola, Iowa. Shaylee (Adrian Ramirez) Duncan of Colfax, Iowa, Skyler Duncan of Newton, Iowa, Shilo Duncan of Newton, Iowa, and Charlie and Lucille Henderson of Johnston, Iowa.&nbsp; Jerry’s great-grandchildren are:&nbsp; Chayse Sook of Ravenswood, West Virginia, Carter McCloud of Ravenswood, West Virginia, Ellie Sook of Ravenswood, West Virginia.&nbsp; Melina, Zoey, and Shadow McPhillips of Union, Iowa, Zayvin, Zavier, and Ambrose Ramirez of Colfax, Iowa, Autumn Wood of Newton, Iowa, and Leela Ducan of Newton, Iowa.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Jerry is preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Sherry Beth Bonebright in infancy.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Visitation will be held from 3 to 7 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 19, 2024, at the Tharp Funeral Home in Albia with Jerry’s family present to greet family and friends.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Interment will be at Iowa Veterans Cemetery in Van Meter, Iowa at a later date.

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