Philip D. Wilcox, 75, of Mediapolis, formerly of Burlington, died Oct. 31, 2021, at Azria Health Prairie Ridge in Mediapolis. Philip was born Nov. 18, 1945, in Dallas City, Ill.. He was the son of Charles E. and Nellie Mae Winkler Wilcox. He was in the Army. On April 15, 2000, Philip married Tonda Green at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City. Philip worked for PerMar Security at JI Case Company, and 20 years at Chittenden and Eastman. Philip was a member of the Burlington Train Club. Philip is survived by his wife; daughter, Tracy Andrews; son, Rick Wilcox; step-daughter, Joni Green; four grandchildren; seven step-grandchildren; and one great-grandson.

Cremation has been accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel. Private family inurnment will be in Keokuk National Cemetery.

Philip D. Wilcox, 75, of Mediapolis, formerly of Burlington, died Oct. 31, 2021, at Azria Health Prairie Ridge in Mediapolis. Philip was born Nov. 18, 1945, in Dallas City, Ill.. He was the son of Charles E. and Nellie Mae Winkler Wilcox. He was in the Army. On April 15, 2000, Philip married Tonda Green at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City. Philip worked for PerMar Security at JI Case Company, and 20 years at Chittenden and Eastman. Philip was a member of the Burlington Train Club. Philip is survived by his wife; daughter, Tracy Andrews; son, Rick Wilcox; step-daughter, Joni Green; four grandchildren; seven step-grandchildren; and one great-grandson.Cremation has been accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel. Private family inurnment will be in Keokuk National Cemetery.

Philip Wilcox

Elisa Clementina Wallace, 100, of Burlington, died Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021, at her home.

Born June 26, 1921, in Piacenza, Italy, she was the daughter of Carlo and Maria Sartori Bisi. On Oct. 25, 1946, she married Richard Newton Wallace in Piacenza, Italy. He died on Aug. 14, 1995.

Survivors include five children, Charles Wallace of Houston, Minn., Maria Wallace of Kansas City, Mo., Louis Wallace of Burlington, Robert Wallace of Ottumwa, and Tony Wallace of Carman, Ill.;11 grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren.

Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory.

A memorial visitation will be from 2 until 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 27 at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for St. Jude Children's Hospital or the Burlington Special Needs Foundation.

Elisa Clementina Wallace, 100, of Burlington, died Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021, at her home.Born June 26, 1921, in Piacenza, Italy, she was the daughter of Carlo and Maria Sartori Bisi. On Oct. 25, 1946, she married Richard Newton Wallace in Piacenza, Italy. He died on Aug. 14, 1995.She was of the Catholic faith.Survivors include five children, Charles Wallace of Houston, Minn., Maria Wallace of Kansas City, Mo., Louis Wallace of Burlington, Robert Wallace of Ottumwa, and Tony Wallace of Carman, Ill.;11 grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren.Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory.A memorial visitation will be from 2 until 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 27 at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home.In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for St. Jude Children's Hospital or the Burlington Special Needs Foundation.

Elisa Wallace

Lorraine V. Gieselman, 91, of Burlington, died Friday, Nov. 5, 2021, at the Klein Center in Burlington. Born Dec. 12, 1929, in Washington D.C., she was the daughter of Joseph C. and Daisy V. Almond Haina. She married Warren A. Gieselman on Aug. 7, 1954, in Mt. Rainier, Md. He died March 12, 2015. She worked as a teacher’s aide for many years for the Burlington School District and was a homemaker. She was a member of West Hill United Methodist Church, and years prior she was the church organist for Asbury Methodist Church. She was a member of Farm Bureau, the Good Sam Camping Club, and the Burlington Moose Lodge. Survivors include her son, Neal Gieselman of Champlin, Minn.; two daughters, Marilyn Cornick of Burlington and Joan Coovert of Manhattan, Kan.; six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. The graveside funeral service and interment for Mrs. Gieselman will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 10 at Burlington Memorial Park Cemetery. Pastor Dean Graber will officiate. A memorial has been established for the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice.

Lorraine V. Gieselman, 91, of Burlington, died Friday, Nov. 5, 2021, at the Klein Center in Burlington. Born Dec. 12, 1929, in Washington D.C., she was the daughter of Joseph C. and Daisy V. Almond Haina. She married Warren A. Gieselman on Aug. 7, 1954, in Mt. Rainier, Md. He died March 12, 2015. She worked as a teacher’s aide for many years for the Burlington School District and was a homemaker. She was a member of West Hill United Methodist Church, and years prior she was the church organist for Asbury Methodist Church. She was a member of Farm Bureau, the Good Sam Camping Club, and the Burlington Moose Lodge. Survivors include her son, Neal Gieselman of Champlin, Minn.; two daughters, Marilyn Cornick of Burlington and Joan Coovert of Manhattan, Kan.; six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. The graveside funeral service and interment for Mrs. Gieselman will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 10 at Burlington Memorial Park Cemetery. Pastor Dean Graber will officiate. A memorial has been established for the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice.

Lorraine Gieselman

Marian W. Johnson, 96, of West Burlington, died Friday, Nov. 5, 2021, at Oakview Care and Rehabilitation Center in Burlington. Born Feb. 13, 1925, in Burlington, she was the daughter of William H. and Blanche Mellman Brookhiser. She married Orville Johnson on Sept. 23, 1943, in Wever. He died June 21, 2015. Marian worked for Antennacraft until her retirement in 1989. She was a member of the Moose Lodge and St. Paul's United Church of Christ.

Survivors include her three children, Jerry Johnson and Larry Johnson, both of Burlington, and Vickie Phillips of Florida; six grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, and six great-great-grandchildren. The graveside funeral service and inurnment for Marian will be 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 11 at Burlington Memorial Park Cemetery. The Rev. JudyAnn Morse will officiate. A celebration of life will be held from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 13th at the Burlington Moose Lodge.

A memorial has been established for St. Paul United Church of Christ.

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

Marian W. Johnson, 96, of West Burlington, died Friday, Nov. 5, 2021, at Oakview Care and Rehabilitation Center in Burlington. Born Feb. 13, 1925, in Burlington, she was the daughter of William H. and Blanche Mellman Brookhiser. She married Orville Johnson on Sept. 23, 1943, in Wever. He died June 21, 2015. Marian worked for Antennacraft until her retirement in 1989. She was a member of the Moose Lodge and St. Paul's United Church of Christ.Survivors include her three children, Jerry Johnson and Larry Johnson, both of Burlington, and Vickie Phillips of Florida; six grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, and six great-great-grandchildren. The graveside funeral service and inurnment for Marian will be 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 11 at Burlington Memorial Park Cemetery. The Rev. JudyAnn Morse will officiate. A celebration of life will be held from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 13th at the Burlington Moose Lodge.A memorial has been established for St. Paul United Church of Christ.According to her wishes, cremation has been accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel.

Marian Johnson

Earl Kenneth Walker, 95, died at home Thursday, Nov. 4, 2021.&nbsp;

He was born Jan. 16, 1926, in Burlington. Drafted in 1944, he served his country during WWII in the Philippines and Okinawa, with the U.S. Army. He married his beloved wife, Shirley, on March 6, 1949. She preceded him in death.

Earl pursued a career in HVAC and sheet metal work and was a member of the Sheet Metal Workers' Local Union 73 for over 75 years.

Earl is survived by his son, Thomas Walker as well as sisters, Alice Johnson, Elaine Johnson, Virginia Cook, and Phyllis Schultz.

No funeral services are planned at this time. A memorial celebration will be held in the Spring.

Earl Kenneth Walker, 95, died at home Thursday, Nov. 4, 2021.&nbsp;He was born Jan. 16, 1926, in Burlington. Drafted in 1944, he served his country during WWII in the Philippines and Okinawa, with the U.S. Army. He married his beloved wife, Shirley, on March 6, 1949. She preceded him in death.Earl pursued a career in HVAC and sheet metal work and was a member of the Sheet Metal Workers' Local Union 73 for over 75 years. Earl is survived by his son, Thomas Walker as well as sisters, Alice Johnson, Elaine Johnson, Virginia Cook, and Phyllis Schultz.No funeral services are planned at this time. A memorial celebration will be held in the Spring.

Earl Walker

Todd Alden Brown, 57, of Burlington, died Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2021, at his home.

Born May 29, 1964, in Burlington, he was the son of Willis Reed and Beverly Jane Gladman Brown.

Todd worked for Wilbert Vault for many years.

Survivors include his parents; one brother, Tim Brown of Cedar Rapids; and one sister, Cheryl Clawson of Burlington.

Visitation will be from noon until 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 8 at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.

Todd Alden Brown, 57, of Burlington, died Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2021, at his home.Born May 29, 1964, in Burlington, he was the son of Willis Reed and Beverly Jane Gladman Brown.Todd worked for Wilbert Vault for many years.Survivors include his parents; one brother, Tim Brown of Cedar Rapids; and one sister, Cheryl Clawson of Burlington.Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory.Visitation will be from noon until 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 8 at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home.

Todd Brown

Lisa Mildred Nichols, 56, of Burlington, died Thursday, Nov. 4, 2021, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington.&nbsp;

Family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 10 at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home.

The funeral service for Mrs. Nichols will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 10 at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home with the Reverend Shane A. McCampbell officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Cremation will be entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory following the service.&nbsp; Burial will be in Burlington Memorial Park at a later date. 

Lisa Mildred Nichols, 56, of Burlington, died Thursday, Nov. 4, 2021, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington.&nbsp;Family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 10 at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home.The funeral service for Mrs. Nichols will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 10 at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home with the Reverend Shane A. McCampbell officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Cremation will be entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory following the service.&nbsp; Burial will be in Burlington Memorial Park at a later date.

Lisa Nichols

George W. Gillis, 87, of Burlington died Monday, Nov. 1, 2021. Born Feb. 10, 1934, in Iowa City, he was the son of George A. and Edna May Gillis. He was an Army veteran and was an over the road truck driver. He was of the Christian faith.

Survivors include his four children, Chuck Gillis Sr. and Rick Gillis both of Burlington, Lori Peterman of Douglas, Wyo., and Estella Ritchie of Burlington; one brother, Kenneth Gillis; two sisters, Betty Jackson and Virginia McElderry; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

The Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard will conduct military rites at 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 5 at Lunning Chapel. Friends may call beginning at 8 a.m. The graveside service and interment will follow at Aspen Grove Cemetery. Pastor Dean Graber will officiate.

George W. Gillis, 87, of Burlington died Monday, Nov. 1, 2021. Born Feb. 10, 1934, in Iowa City, he was the son of George A. and Edna May Gillis. He was an Army veteran and was an over the road truck driver. He was of the Christian faith.Survivors include his four children, Chuck Gillis Sr. and Rick Gillis both of Burlington, Lori Peterman of Douglas, Wyo., and Estella Ritchie of Burlington; one brother, Kenneth Gillis; two sisters, Betty Jackson and Virginia McElderry; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.The Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard will conduct military rites at 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 5 at Lunning Chapel. Friends may call beginning at 8 a.m. The graveside service and interment will follow at Aspen Grove Cemetery. Pastor Dean Graber will officiate.

George Gillis

Thomas Urban Smrdel, 75, of Burlington died Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021. 
 Born Sept. 4, 1946, in Cleveland, Ohio, he was the son of Joseph and 
Frances Mervar Smrdel.
 He graduated in 1963 from Marian Catholic High School, Chicago 
Heights, Ill. Thomas served in the US Navy from 1965 to 1969. Thomas married Mary Zimmerman in Dubuque, Iowa, and they had two children. They divorced. 
He married Dianne Gerst on April 30, 1988 in Dubuque.
 Tom worked for Berry Bearing Co. (Motion Industries) for 42 years, 
retiring in 2011. Tom is survived by his wife; three children, Jessica Martin, 
Joe Smrdel, and Anita O’Connell; seven grandchildren; one brother, Joe Smrdel; and two sisters, Betty McKee and Millie Engebrigtsen. Cremation has been accorded and entrusted to Lunning Chapel. A celebration of life will be held on April 30, 2022.
 In lieu of flowers a fund has been set up for Tom’s grandkids.

Thomas Urban Smrdel, 75, of Burlington died Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021. 
 Born Sept. 4, 1946, in Cleveland, Ohio, he was the son of Joseph and 
Frances Mervar Smrdel.
 He graduated in 1963 from Marian Catholic High School, Chicago 
Heights, Ill. Thomas served in the US Navy from 1965 to 1969. Thomas married Mary Zimmerman in Dubuque, Iowa, and they had two children. They divorced. 
He married Dianne Gerst on April 30, 1988 in Dubuque.
 Tom worked for Berry Bearing Co. (Motion Industries) for 42 years, 
retiring in 2011. Tom is survived by his wife; three children, Jessica Martin, 
Joe Smrdel, and Anita O’Connell; seven grandchildren; one brother, Joe Smrdel; and two sisters, Betty McKee and Millie Engebrigtsen. Cremation has been accorded and entrusted to Lunning Chapel. A celebration of life will be held on April 30, 2022.
 In lieu of flowers a fund has been set up for Tom’s grandkids.

Thomas Smrdel

Jean Mary Chipman, 87, of Burlington, died Monday, Nov. 1, 2021, at the Donnellson Health Care Center.

Born Oct. 21, 1934, in Iowa, she was the daughter of John W. and Blanche Feldman Platte. She married Dean Chipman, and he preceded her in death.

She was a long time employee of Walmart and retired after 20 years there.

Survivors include one son, Donald Chipman of Burlington, four grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren.

Per Jean's wishes, there will be no visitation or services.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for P.A.W. Animal Shelter in Fort Madison.

Jean Mary Chipman, 87, of Burlington, died Monday, Nov. 1, 2021, at the Donnellson Health Care Center.Born Oct. 21, 1934, in Iowa, she was the daughter of John W. and Blanche Feldman Platte. She married Dean Chipman, and he preceded her in death.She was a long time employee of Walmart and retired after 20 years there.Survivors include one son, Donald Chipman of Burlington, four grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren.Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory.Per Jean's wishes, there will be no visitation or services.In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for P.A.W. Animal Shelter in Fort Madison.

Jean Chipman

Mr. Roy R. Hudson, 75, of Burlington, died Thursday morning, Oct. 28, 2021, at his home. Roy was born on Aug. 9, 1946 in Burlington to Burdette and Marie Hudson. He was raised in the Lutheran faith. Roy graduated in 1965 from Mediapolis High School. Roy was united in marriage to Monica West on Sept. 16, 1967, at Trinity Lutheran Church. Roy worked for General Electric as a machine operator and retired after 30 years of service.&nbsp;

Survivors include his wife; two children, Eric Hudson of Colorado and Gina Hofmann of California; one sister, Janet Kramer; one brother, Robert “Bob” Hudson; and three grandchildren. The Celebration of Life will be 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 6 at Lunning Chapel with Mr. Alan Hudson officiating. The family will receive friends following the service until 3 p.m. A reception of light refreshments will be held following the service at First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) at 1221 Park Avenue in Burlington from 3 until 5 p.m. A private family inurnment will be held at a later date. Cremation will be accorded following the service and has been entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel. A memorial has been established for the University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital.

Mr. Roy R. Hudson, 75, of Burlington, died Thursday morning, Oct. 28, 2021, at his home. Roy was born on Aug. 9, 1946 in Burlington to Burdette and Marie Hudson. He was raised in the Lutheran faith. Roy graduated in 1965 from Mediapolis High School. Roy was united in marriage to Monica West on Sept. 16, 1967, at Trinity Lutheran Church. Roy worked for General Electric as a machine operator and retired after 30 years of service.&nbsp;Survivors include his wife; two children, Eric Hudson of Colorado and Gina Hofmann of California; one sister, Janet Kramer; one brother, Robert “Bob” Hudson; and three grandchildren. The Celebration of Life will be 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 6 at Lunning Chapel with Mr. Alan Hudson officiating. The family will receive friends following the service until 3 p.m. A reception of light refreshments will be held following the service at First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) at 1221 Park Avenue in Burlington from 3 until 5 p.m. A private family inurnment will be held at a later date. Cremation will be accorded following the service and has been entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel. A memorial has been established for the University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital.

Roy Hudson

James A. Wiegard, 72, of Burlington died Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021, at Oakview Nursing &amp; Rehab in Burlington. Born Dec. 8, 1948, in Burlington, he was the son of Warren and Virginia Wiegard. On Oct. 31, 1970, he married Susan L. Gaddis in Burlington. She preceded him in death. James retired from Eagle Country Market after 32 years of service. He later retired from Lance. Survivors include three children, Cassandra Pfeiff of Burlington, William Wiegard of Philadelphia Pa., and Margaret Wiegard of Johnston, Iowa; two brothers, Dennis Wiegard of New London and Martin Wiegard of Burlington; one sister, Marilyn Burgus of Burlington; two step-siblings;&nbsp; and one grandson.

Per his request, cremation has been accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel. There will be no services. Inurnment will be held at a later date.

James A. Wiegard, 72, of Burlington died Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021, at Oakview Nursing &amp; Rehab in Burlington. Born Dec. 8, 1948, in Burlington, he was the son of Warren and Virginia Wiegard. On Oct. 31, 1970, he married Susan L. Gaddis in Burlington. She preceded him in death. James retired from Eagle Country Market after 32 years of service. He later retired from Lance. Survivors include three children, Cassandra Pfeiff of Burlington, William Wiegard of Philadelphia Pa., and Margaret Wiegard of Johnston, Iowa; two brothers, Dennis Wiegard of New London and Martin Wiegard of Burlington; one sister, Marilyn Burgus of Burlington; two step-siblings;&nbsp; and one grandson.Per his request, cremation has been accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel. There will be no services. Inurnment will be held at a later date.

James Wiegard

Richard Harold “Dick” Bowman, 83, of Burlington, died Friday, Oct. 29, 2021. Born Dec. 10, 1937 in Burlington, he was the son of Harold &amp; Esther McGinity Bowman. Richard married Janet Hill on Feb. 4, 1956, in West Burlington. He worked for JI Case as a production worker for 14 years and was a roofer by trade. Richard served in the U. S. Marines.

He was a member of Bethany Lutheran Church. In his early years he was a member of the V.F.W., Eagles Club, and the Sportsman’s Cascade Hunting Club. Survivors include his wife; five children, Carla Clawson, Peggy Nickols, Sheila Martindale, and Richard Bowman II all of Kansas and Brad Bowman of Burlington; three siblings, Margaret Krieger, Harold Bowman, Jr., and Jerry Bowman; 14 grandchildren; and 28 great-grandchildren.

There will be no funeral services; a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date in Kansas. Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Lunning Funeral Chapel.

Richard Harold “Dick” Bowman, 83, of Burlington, died Friday, Oct. 29, 2021. Born Dec. 10, 1937 in Burlington, he was the son of Harold &amp; Esther McGinity Bowman. Richard married Janet Hill on Feb. 4, 1956, in West Burlington. He worked for JI Case as a production worker for 14 years and was a roofer by trade. Richard served in the U. S. Marines.He was a member of Bethany Lutheran Church. In his early years he was a member of the V.F.W., Eagles Club, and the Sportsman’s Cascade Hunting Club. Survivors include his wife; five children, Carla Clawson, Peggy Nickols, Sheila Martindale, and Richard Bowman II all of Kansas and Brad Bowman of Burlington; three siblings, Margaret Krieger, Harold Bowman, Jr., and Jerry Bowman; 14 grandchildren; and 28 great-grandchildren.There will be no funeral services; a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date in Kansas. Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Lunning Funeral Chapel.

Richard Bowman

Simone Davidson-Brumfield, 28, of Burlington, died Monday, Oct. 18, 2021, at her home.

Born December 2, 1992, in Saint Louis, Mo., she was the daughter of Denise Wilkins and Greg Davidson, and raised by Denise and Paul Wilkins. She was married to Louis Brumfield, Jr. in 2017.

Simone attended Burlington High School until her senior year and then graduated from Hazelwood West High School in Hazelwood, Mo. She worked at Hy-Vee at the age of 14. She also worked at Kohl's in St. Louis prior to working as a med-tech for a pharmacy there.

She was of the Christian faith and attended various churches in Burlington.

Survivors include her parents, Denise and Paul Wilkins; husband of Troy, Mo.; one daughter, Kehlani Blue Brumfield; one son, Greyson Presley Prince Prutsman; four siblings, Persaphone Tai Grant of LaHarpe, and Paul Wilkins, Jr., Ciera Wilkins, and Alena Wilkins all of Burlington; grandparents, Sidney Gaines and Flora Wilkins of Burlington and Charlie and Evelyn Davidson of Florissant, Mo; and father, Greg Davidson.

The funeral service for Simone was Friday, Oct. 29 at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home with Pastor Nathan Williams officiating.  Burial will be in in Keokuk National Cemetery, Monday, Nov. 1 at 2 p.m.

Simone Davidson-Brumfield, 28, of Burlington, died Monday, Oct. 18, 2021, at her home.Born December 2, 1992, in Saint Louis, Mo., she was the daughter of Denise Wilkins and Greg Davidson, and raised by Denise and Paul Wilkins. She was married to Louis Brumfield, Jr. in 2017.Simone attended Burlington High School until her senior year and then graduated from Hazelwood West High School in Hazelwood, Mo. She worked at Hy-Vee at the age of 14. She also worked at Kohl's in St. Louis prior to working as a med-tech for a pharmacy there.She was of the Christian faith and attended various churches in Burlington. Survivors include her parents, Denise and Paul Wilkins; husband of Troy, Mo.; one daughter, Kehlani Blue Brumfield; one son, Greyson Presley Prince Prutsman; four siblings, Persaphone Tai Grant of LaHarpe, and Paul Wilkins, Jr., Ciera Wilkins, and Alena Wilkins all of Burlington; grandparents, Sidney Gaines and Flora Wilkins of Burlington and Charlie and Evelyn Davidson of Florissant, Mo; and father, Greg Davidson.The funeral service for Simone was Friday, Oct. 29 at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home with Pastor Nathan Williams officiating. Burial will be in in Keokuk National Cemetery, Monday, Nov. 1 at 2 p.m.

Simone Davidson-Brumfield

Tobias King Junior Lee Haynes, two months old, died Thursday, Oct. 21, 2021.

Born August 13, 2021, in Burlington, he was the son of Marsha Haynes.&nbsp;

Tobias was a very sweet and playful little boy. He loved to hold his mommy's hand and listen to her heart beat. He was always full of giggles and always had his favorite blankets with him.&nbsp;

Survivors include his mother; two brothers, Joseph and Jeremaiah Haynes; three sisters, Bathsheba Bowan and Julianna and Jacqueline Dorsey; and maternal grandmother, Patricia Haynes.

The funeral service for Tobias will be 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 30 at Union Baptist Church Full Gospel Fellowship with the Reverend Lawrence L. Manson officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery.&nbsp; 

Tobias King Junior Lee Haynes, two months old, died Thursday, Oct. 21, 2021.Born August 13, 2021, in Burlington, he was the son of Marsha Haynes.&nbsp;Tobias was a very sweet and playful little boy. He loved to hold his mommy's hand and listen to her heart beat. He was always full of giggles and always had his favorite blankets with him.&nbsp;Survivors include his mother; two brothers, Joseph and Jeremaiah Haynes; three sisters, Bathsheba Bowan and Julianna and Jacqueline Dorsey; and maternal grandmother, Patricia Haynes.The funeral service for Tobias will be 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 30 at Union Baptist Church Full Gospel Fellowship with the Reverend Lawrence L. Manson officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery.&nbsp;

Tobias Haynes

Thomas Arthur Hull, 70, of Burlington, died Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2021, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West Burlington.

Born June 15, 1951, in Fort Madison, Tom was the son of Thomas E. and Evelyn Queisner Hull.&nbsp; He married Char Swisher in 1971; they later divorced. On June 21, 1985, he married Vickie Johnson Orth in Burlington.&nbsp;

Tom was self employed and a gifted carpenter.&nbsp;

Survivors include his wife; three sons, Nick Hull of Missoula, Mont., Dillon Orth of Burlington, and Kris Hull of Maryville, Tenn.; two daughters, Amy VanNiewaal of Wapello and Ann Hill of Davenport; 10 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; three brothers, Rob Hull of Burlington, Dan Hull of Augusta, Iowa, and Stan Hull of Burlington; and five sisters, Marge Groene of Tampa, Fla., Beth Myers and Elaine Johnson of Burlington, Val Vennard of Mesa, Ariz., and Diane O'Brien of Mounds View, Minn.

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

Thomas Arthur Hull, 70, of Burlington, died Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2021, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West Burlington.Born June 15, 1951, in Fort Madison, Tom was the son of Thomas E. and Evelyn Queisner Hull.&nbsp; He married Char Swisher in 1971; they later divorced. On June 21, 1985, he married Vickie Johnson Orth in Burlington.&nbsp;Tom was self employed and a gifted carpenter.&nbsp;Survivors include his wife; three sons, Nick Hull of Missoula, Mont., Dillon Orth of Burlington, and Kris Hull of Maryville, Tenn.; two daughters, Amy VanNiewaal of Wapello and Ann Hill of Davenport; 10 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; three brothers, Rob Hull of Burlington, Dan Hull of Augusta, Iowa, and Stan Hull of Burlington; and five sisters, Marge Groene of Tampa, Fla., Beth Myers and Elaine Johnson of Burlington, Val Vennard of Mesa, Ariz., and Diane O'Brien of Mounds View, Minn.Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Thomas Hull

Eric R. Hansen, 70, of Burlington, died Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021, at the Donnellson Health Center.

Born May 24, 1951, in Charles City, Iowa, he was the son of Roger Gordon and Roberta Kathleen Joesting Hansen.

Cremation has been entrusted to the Prugh Crematory.

Eric R. Hansen, 70, of Burlington, died Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021, at the Donnellson Health Center.Born May 24, 1951, in Charles City, Iowa, he was the son of Roger Gordon and Roberta Kathleen Joesting Hansen.Cremation has been entrusted to the Prugh Crematory.There will be no visitation or services.

Eric Hansen

Allen W. Schillie, 65, of Danville, died Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2021, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington.

Born March 13, 1956, in Kirksville, Mo., he was the son of Hurley "Sparky" and Lula Harrison Schillie. On July 27, 1985, he married Connie Jo Downs in Danville.&nbsp;

Allen was the city supervisor for the city of Danville for over 40 years. He was the assistant fire chief from 2016 to present and a captain for 20 years with over 40 years of service to the Danville Fire Department.

Survivors include his wife; mother; three sons, Jason Fisher and Joseph Schillie, both of Danville, and Joshua Schillie of Des Moines; one daughter, Amanda Schillie of Danville; seven grandchildren; two brothers, Bob Schillie of Waverly and Les Schillie of Danville; and one sister, Angie McCannon of Burlington.

Family will receive friends Friday, Oct. 29 from 4 until 7 p.m., at the Danville Fire Station.

The funeral service for Allen will be 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 30 at Danville Fire Station with the Reverend Jack Edmisson officiating.&nbsp;

Due to limited parking, there will be a shuttle available Saturday, Oct. 30 from the ball fields behind the Danville school, starting at 9 a.m. to drop off at the service. Shuttle will return people to their cars following the service. Contact City Hall with any questions regarding the shuttle service.

Burial will be in Long Creek Cemetery.&nbsp; A time of food and fellowship will be held at the Danville Fire Station following the burial.

A memorial has been established for the Danville Fire Department.

Allen W. Schillie, 65, of Danville, died Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2021, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington.Born March 13, 1956, in Kirksville, Mo., he was the son of Hurley "Sparky" and Lula Harrison Schillie. On July 27, 1985, he married Connie Jo Downs in Danville.&nbsp;Allen was the city supervisor for the city of Danville for over 40 years. He was the assistant fire chief from 2016 to present and a captain for 20 years with over 40 years of service to the Danville Fire Department.Survivors include his wife; mother; three sons, Jason Fisher and Joseph Schillie, both of Danville, and Joshua Schillie of Des Moines; one daughter, Amanda Schillie of Danville; seven grandchildren; two brothers, Bob Schillie of Waverly and Les Schillie of Danville; and one sister, Angie McCannon of Burlington.Family will receive friends Friday, Oct. 29 from 4 until 7 p.m., at the Danville Fire Station.The funeral service for Allen will be 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 30 at Danville Fire Station with the Reverend Jack Edmisson officiating.&nbsp;Due to limited parking, there will be a shuttle available Saturday, Oct. 30 from the ball fields behind the Danville school, starting at 9 a.m. to drop off at the service. Shuttle will return people to their cars following the service. Contact City Hall with any questions regarding the shuttle service.Burial will be in Long Creek Cemetery.&nbsp; A time of food and fellowship will be held at the Danville Fire Station following the burial.A memorial has been established for the Danville Fire Department.

Allen Schillie

Carl J. "Jim" Blackburn, 64, of Niota died Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021.

Born Jan. 2, 1957, in Rockford, Ill., he was the son of Carl Jennings and Velma Lee Lewis Blackburn. On Dec. 18, 2004, he married Shayla M. Amenell in Kahoka, Mo.&nbsp;

He was a mechanic and production worker for Dial for several years.

He was a member of the 7th Day Adventist Church in Fort Madison.

Survivors include his wife; four children, Michael Amenell of Dallas City, Ashley Amenell of Burlington, Brandon Bolander of Castle Rock, Colo., Brooke Amenell of Burlington; 10 grandchildren; and one sister, Terry Blackburn-Archer of Cedar Rapids.

A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 31 at the 7th Day Adventist Church in Fort Madison. A time of food and fellowship will follow the service.

A memorial has been established for 7th Day Adventist Social Services and donations can be sent to the church at P.O. Box 306, Fort Madison, IA 52627.

Carl J. "Jim" Blackburn, 64, of Niota died Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021.Born Jan. 2, 1957, in Rockford, Ill., he was the son of Carl Jennings and Velma Lee Lewis Blackburn. On Dec. 18, 2004, he married Shayla M. Amenell in Kahoka, Mo.&nbsp;He was a mechanic and production worker for Dial for several years.He was a member of the 7th Day Adventist Church in Fort Madison.Survivors include his wife; four children, Michael Amenell of Dallas City, Ashley Amenell of Burlington, Brandon Bolander of Castle Rock, Colo., Brooke Amenell of Burlington; 10 grandchildren; and one sister, Terry Blackburn-Archer of Cedar Rapids.Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory.A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 31 at the 7th Day Adventist Church in Fort Madison. A time of food and fellowship will follow the service.A memorial has been established for 7th Day Adventist Social Services and donations can be sent to the church at P.O. Box 306, Fort Madison, IA 52627.

Carl Blackburn

Betty J. Williams Donovan, 80, of Burlington died Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2021, at 1:47 a.m. at Azria Health Prairie Ridge in Mediapolis.&nbsp;

Born Sept. 22, 1941, in El Reno, Okla., she was the daughter of Curran Newton and Hazel Bell Klohn Williams. Betty graduated in 1960 from Springville High School in Springville, Iowa.

Betty married Leroy Bird in 1965, and they divorced November 1967. She married Russell George Grawet Dec. 19, 1967; he died Aug. 20, 1984. Betty married Michael J. Donovan; he died Feb. 14, 1992.

Survivors include three daughters, Robin Stivers of Burlington, Rayline Householder of Toledo, Ohio, and Rose Grawet of Kentucky; stepchildren, Henry Grawet of Oquawka, Raymond Grawet of Keithsburg, Becky Davis of Illinois, Valerie Grawet and George Grawet of Belle Plaine, Iowa; one sister, Evelyn Ferguson of Texas; and one brother, Newton Curran Williams of Tennessee.

According to her wishes cremation has been accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel. A celebration of Life will be held on March 20, 2022. Inurnment will be at Aspen Grove Cemetery at a later date.

Betty J. Williams Donovan, 80, of Burlington died Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2021, at 1:47 a.m. at Azria Health Prairie Ridge in Mediapolis.&nbsp;Born Sept. 22, 1941, in El Reno, Okla., she was the daughter of Curran Newton and Hazel Bell Klohn Williams. Betty graduated in 1960 from Springville High School in Springville, Iowa.Betty married Leroy Bird in 1965, and they divorced November 1967. She married Russell George Grawet Dec. 19, 1967; he died Aug. 20, 1984. Betty married Michael J. Donovan; he died Feb. 14, 1992.Survivors include three daughters, Robin Stivers of Burlington, Rayline Householder of Toledo, Ohio, and Rose Grawet of Kentucky; stepchildren, Henry Grawet of Oquawka, Raymond Grawet of Keithsburg, Becky Davis of Illinois, Valerie Grawet and George Grawet of Belle Plaine, Iowa; one sister, Evelyn Ferguson of Texas; and one brother, Newton Curran Williams of Tennessee.According to her wishes cremation has been accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel. A celebration of Life will be held on March 20, 2022. Inurnment will be at Aspen Grove Cemetery at a later date.

Betty Williams

Rosa Darlene Parsons, 87, of Burlington, died Monday, Oct. 25, 2021, at her home.

Born May 28, 1934, in Kirksville, Mo., she was the daughter of Arthur Roy and Edna Opal Norman Mahurin. On June 16, 1957, she married Everett Eugene Parsons in Kirksville. He died April 16, 1997.

Before becoming a housewife, Rosa worked for Midwest Biscuit for six years. She was a member of the Concordia Lutheran Church.&nbsp;

Survivors include her two sons, Jeff Parsons and Terry Parsons, both of Burlington; one daughter, Lori Goodwin of Burlington; four grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

Visitation will be Friday, Oct. 29 at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home with the family to receive friends from 9 until 10 a.m.

The graveside committal service for Mrs. Parsons will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, Oct. 29 in Aspen Grove Cemetery.&nbsp;

A memorial has been established for the Alzheimer's Association. 

Rosa Darlene Parsons, 87, of Burlington, died Monday, Oct. 25, 2021, at her home.Born May 28, 1934, in Kirksville, Mo., she was the daughter of Arthur Roy and Edna Opal Norman Mahurin. On June 16, 1957, she married Everett Eugene Parsons in Kirksville. He died April 16, 1997.She graduated from high school in 1952.Before becoming a housewife, Rosa worked for Midwest Biscuit for six years. She was a member of the Concordia Lutheran Church.&nbsp;Survivors include her two sons, Jeff Parsons and Terry Parsons, both of Burlington; one daughter, Lori Goodwin of Burlington; four grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.Visitation will be Friday, Oct. 29 at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home with the family to receive friends from 9 until 10 a.m.The graveside committal service for Mrs. Parsons will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, Oct. 29 in Aspen Grove Cemetery.&nbsp;A memorial has been established for the Alzheimer's Association.

Rosa Parsons

Richard Jerome “Dick” Japsen, 89, of Burlington, passed away Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021, at the Klein Center in West Burlington.

Born Oct. 28, 1931, in Burlington, he was the son of Hans Conrad and Esther Catherine Wales Japsen. He graduated from Sperry High School in 1949.&nbsp;

He married Rosemary Aid in November 1958; they later divorced. On April 1, 1991, he married Kathryn "Kitsie" Steer in Burlington.&nbsp;

Dick served in the Naval Reserves. He worked for Farm Service, Beckman TV and Appliance, Atlas Truck and Radiator, and for 18 years as a service company manager for Atlas Trucking.&nbsp;

He was a member of SS. John and Paul Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus and was a long time Southeastern Community College Blackhawks basketball booster.&nbsp;

On October 9, 1986, he met Bill W., and they became lifelong friends from that day forward.

Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Lorna Holland of Des Moines, and Molly Miller of North Liberty; three step-sons, James Steer, Joseph Steer, and Todd Steer; one step-daughter, Ann Loehrke; five grandchildren; eight step-grandchildren; and one brother, Brian Japsen of Burlington.

As per Dick's request cremation has been accorded.

Visitation will be 10 until 11 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 28 at Divine Mercy Parish-St. John the Baptist Catholic Church.

The Memorial Mass of the Resurrection for Mr. Japsen will be 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 28 at Divine Mercy Parish-St. John the Baptist Catholic Church with Rev. James Flattery as the celebrant. Due to concerns regarding COVID-19, the family requests all attendees wear masks. Inurnment will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery.

A memorial has been established for Divine Mercy Parish.

Richard Jerome “Dick” Japsen, 89, of Burlington, passed away Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021, at the Klein Center in West Burlington.Born Oct. 28, 1931, in Burlington, he was the son of Hans Conrad and Esther Catherine Wales Japsen. He graduated from Sperry High School in 1949.&nbsp;He married Rosemary Aid in November 1958; they later divorced. On April 1, 1991, he married Kathryn "Kitsie" Steer in Burlington.&nbsp;Dick served in the Naval Reserves. He worked for Farm Service, Beckman TV and Appliance, Atlas Truck and Radiator, and for 18 years as a service company manager for Atlas Trucking.&nbsp;He was a member of SS. John and Paul Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus and was a long time Southeastern Community College Blackhawks basketball booster.&nbsp;On October 9, 1986, he met Bill W., and they became lifelong friends from that day forward.Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Lorna Holland of Des Moines, and Molly Miller of North Liberty; three step-sons, James Steer, Joseph Steer, and Todd Steer; one step-daughter, Ann Loehrke; five grandchildren; eight step-grandchildren; and one brother, Brian Japsen of Burlington.As per Dick's request cremation has been accorded.Visitation will be 10 until 11 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 28 at Divine Mercy Parish-St. John the Baptist Catholic Church.The Memorial Mass of the Resurrection for Mr. Japsen will be 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 28 at Divine Mercy Parish-St. John the Baptist Catholic Church with Rev. James Flattery as the celebrant. Due to concerns regarding COVID-19, the family requests all attendees wear masks. Inurnment will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery.A memorial has been established for Divine Mercy Parish.

Richard Japsen

Frank H. Niehaus, 97, of Burlington, died Oct. 24, 2021.&nbsp;

Born on Christmas Day in 1923, he was the middle son of Lawrence Henry and Lela Genieva Piper Niehaus. He graduated from Mediapolis High School with the class of 1941.

Inducted into military service for World War II, Frank spent the first year in California with the Army’s coast defense unit. Frank spent a year in the south Pacific’s Solomon Islands and a year in the Philippines. During the battle of Luzon, he was awarded a bronze star.

On Nov. 27, 1947, he married Bette A. Wilson. She died on Feb. 14, 2004.

Frank worked as a tool and die maker. Starting at Klein Manufacturing, he then moved to Sylvania. Other employers included Murray, IAAP, and General Electric from where he retired in 1988.

He was a 75-year member of the American Legion and a member of the Bass Club.

Survivors include one son, Todd A. Niehaus of San Diego, Calif. and one daughter, Lisa L. Hill of Burlington.

The funeral service for Frank Niehaus will be 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 30 at Lunning Chapel with The Reverend Melisa Bracht-Wagner officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to service. Military rites will be conducted by the Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard. Interment will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery.

A memorial has been established for the Des Moines County Veterans Memorial.

Frank H. Niehaus, 97, of Burlington, died Oct. 24, 2021.&nbsp;Born on Christmas Day in 1923, he was the middle son of Lawrence Henry and Lela Genieva Piper Niehaus. He graduated from Mediapolis High School with the class of 1941.Inducted into military service for World War II, Frank spent the first year in California with the Army’s coast defense unit. Frank spent a year in the south Pacific’s Solomon Islands and a year in the Philippines. During the battle of Luzon, he was awarded a bronze star.On Nov. 27, 1947, he married Bette A. Wilson. She died on Feb. 14, 2004.Frank worked as a tool and die maker. Starting at Klein Manufacturing, he then moved to Sylvania. Other employers included Murray, IAAP, and General Electric from where he retired in 1988.He was a 75-year member of the American Legion and a member of the Bass Club.Survivors include one son, Todd A. Niehaus of San Diego, Calif. and one daughter, Lisa L. Hill of Burlington.The funeral service for Frank Niehaus will be 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 30 at Lunning Chapel with The Reverend Melisa Bracht-Wagner officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to service. Military rites will be conducted by the Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard. Interment will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery. A memorial has been established for the Des Moines County Veterans Memorial.

Frank Niehaus

Karen Lynn Steinnagel, 58, of Burlington, died on Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021, at the University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City. Born Dec. 5, 1962, in New Brunswick, N.J., she was the daughter of Earle Steinnagel and Mary Ann Solontoi.

Karen was of the Christian faith and enjoyed performing ballet. Survivors include her father and step-mother, Leila Steinnagel, of East Brunswick, N.J.&nbsp;

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

Karen Lynn Steinnagel, 58, of Burlington, died on Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021, at the University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City. Born Dec. 5, 1962, in New Brunswick, N.J., she was the daughter of Earle Steinnagel and Mary Ann Solontoi.Karen was of the Christian faith and enjoyed performing ballet. Survivors include her father and step-mother, Leila Steinnagel, of East Brunswick, N.J.&nbsp;According to her wishes, cremation has been entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel.

Karen Steinnagel

Carole Susanne Peet, 62, died Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021, at the University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City.

Born Dec. 21, 1958, in Ft Belvoir, Va.,she was the daughter of Roger and Susie Stevens.&nbsp;

Carole married Steven Peet in Cedar Rapids in 1986; they later divorced.

Carole graduated from Burlington Community High School in 1977. She attended SCC in West Burlington, graduating in 1979. She then transferred to Iowa State University, graduating in 1982 with a Bachelor’s of Science in Food Technology (Microbiology).

After college, Carole worked for Cargill International at various locations and retired in 2014.&nbsp;

She attended Christ is Lord Church in Omaha, Neb., and later Faith Christian Outreach church after moving to Mount Pleasant. She played clarinet in the Omaha Metro Municipal Band.&nbsp;

Survivors include two brothers, Rex Stevens and Tom Stevens of Burlington and one sister, Sharon Detrick of Mount Pleasant.

Visitation will be from 5 until 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 27 at Lunning Chapel where the family will receive friends. The funeral service for Carole will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 28 at the Faith Christian Outreach Center in Mount Pleasant. Pastor Monte Knudsen will officiate. Interment will be in Bonaparte Cemetery.

A memorial has been established for the Hope Haven Surrey Home.

Carole Susanne Peet, 62, died Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021, at the University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City.Born Dec. 21, 1958, in Ft Belvoir, Va.,she was the daughter of Roger and Susie Stevens.&nbsp;Carole married Steven Peet in Cedar Rapids in 1986; they later divorced. Carole graduated from Burlington Community High School in 1977. She attended SCC in West Burlington, graduating in 1979. She then transferred to Iowa State University, graduating in 1982 with a Bachelor’s of Science in Food Technology (Microbiology). After college, Carole worked for Cargill International at various locations and retired in 2014.&nbsp;She attended Christ is Lord Church in Omaha, Neb., and later Faith Christian Outreach church after moving to Mount Pleasant. She played clarinet in the Omaha Metro Municipal Band.&nbsp;Survivors include two brothers, Rex Stevens and Tom Stevens of Burlington and one sister, Sharon Detrick of Mount Pleasant.Visitation will be from 5 until 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 27 at Lunning Chapel where the family will receive friends. The funeral service for Carole will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 28 at the Faith Christian Outreach Center in Mount Pleasant. Pastor Monte Knudsen will officiate. Interment will be in Bonaparte Cemetery. A memorial has been established for the Hope Haven Surrey Home.

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