Warren Dwight Johnson, Jr., 84, of Burlington, died Thursday, Jan. 20, 2022, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West Burlington.

Born Aug. 10, 1937, in Burlington, he was the son of Warren Oscar and Rainey Isabel Stevenson Johnson. On Dec. 8, 1955, he married Sharon Lee Dickson. She died Dec. 29, 2011, after 56 years of marriage.

He began work for the Murray Iron Works and continued working for the company throughout the many ownership changes until his retirement from Siemens.&nbsp;

Warren was a member of the First Christian Church, Empty Nesters Club and an Elder Emeritus for the church. He was also involved with the Historical Society in Burlington and a member of Class of '55.

Survivors include his son, Joel Johnson of Burlington; daughter, Kathy L. Miller of East Peoria, Ill.; seven grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and two brothers, Wayne Johnson and Wally Johnson.&nbsp;

Visitation will be from 4 until 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 28, 2022, where the family will receive friends at First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Due to rising concerns with Covid-19, the family kindly asks those who plan to attend the services to please wear a mask or face covering.

The funeral service for Mr. Johnson will be 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 29, 2022, at First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) with the Rev. David J. Yonker and the Rev. Brooke Anthony officiating. A time of food and fellowship will be held in the Fellowship Hall at First Christian Church following the service. Burial will follow at Aspen Grove Cemetery. The funeral service will be live streamed on the church website at https://burlingtondoc.org/.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).

Prugh Funeral Service is in care of the arrangements.

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 <figcaption>Warren Johnson</figcaption>
 </figure>Warren Dwight Johnson, Jr., 84, of Burlington, died Thursday, Jan. 20, 2022, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West Burlington.Born Aug. 10, 1937, in Burlington, he was the son of Warren Oscar and Rainey Isabel Stevenson Johnson. On Dec. 8, 1955, he married Sharon Lee Dickson. She died Dec. 29, 2011, after 56 years of marriage.He began work for the Murray Iron Works and continued working for the company throughout the many ownership changes until his retirement from Siemens.&nbsp;Warren was a member of the First Christian Church, Empty Nesters Club and an Elder Emeritus for the church. He was also involved with the Historical Society in Burlington and a member of Class of '55.Survivors include his son, Joel Johnson of Burlington; daughter, Kathy L. Miller of East Peoria, Ill.; seven grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and two brothers, Wayne Johnson and Wally Johnson.&nbsp;Visitation will be from 4 until 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 28, 2022, where the family will receive friends at First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Due to rising concerns with Covid-19, the family kindly asks those who plan to attend the services to please wear a mask or face covering.The funeral service for Mr. Johnson will be 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 29, 2022, at First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) with the Rev. David J. Yonker and the Rev. Brooke Anthony officiating. A time of food and fellowship will be held in the Fellowship Hall at First Christian Church following the service. Burial will follow at Aspen Grove Cemetery. The funeral service will be live streamed on the church website at https://burlingtondoc.org/.In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).Prugh Funeral Service is in care of the arrangements.

Warren Johnson, Jr.

Bob Brueck, 85, of Burlington, died Sunday, Jan. 16, 2022, at the Klein Center in West Burlington.

Born Oct. 9, 1936, in Burlington, he was the son of Paul Peter and Agnes Mary Vogelgesang Brueck. On Oct. 6, 1956, he married Martha Ann Hertel. She preceded him in death on May 20, 1997. He later married Judith Shotwell.&nbsp;

He graduated from Burlington Catholic in 1954.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Bob was a pressman for The Hawk Eye Newspaper prior to starting Brueck Construction in 1976, which he owned and operated until his retirement.

He was a member of Divine Mercy Parish and Knights of Columbus 4th Degree Honorary Lifetime Member. Bob was a family man who inspired others to live life to the fullest and take chances. He encouraged higher education with a primary focus on the trade skills. Other interests included a love of the fine arts, sports, his Catholic faith community and the City of Burlington. He always led by example! Bob loved Notre Dame, he supported the SCC Blackhawks and the University of Iowa Hawkeyes. He sang in a barbershop quartet for over 25 years and was a Boy Scout leader. He loved bowling, dancing, waterskiing and the family cabin on the Mississippi River.&nbsp;

Bob was a visionary! He dreamed of a vital and thriving downtown. He dedicated the last 25 years of his professional life to the revitalization of downtown and played an important role in developing the Port of Burlington, the Capitol Theater, Burlington Steeple Lightscape Project and Main Street projects. He was recognized for his leadership which paved the way for our current downtown businesses and upper story revitalization. He was bestowed with many local, state and national honors.

Survivors include his wife, Judith Brueck of Burlington; sons, Kenneth (Teresa) Brueck of Burlington, Matt (Susan) Brueck of Burlington, Steve (Nancy) Brueck of Burlington, Gary (Deb) Brueck of Burlington, Bernie (Jenel) Brueck of Indianola, IA, Pete (Julie) Brueck of Burlington, and Mike Brueck of West Des Moines; daughters, Christine (Dan) Reid of Burlington, Rosie (Dennis) Busta of Forest City, IA and Karen (Dennis) Marino of West Burlington; step-son, Johnathon Shotwell of Chicago; 33 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren; brother, Mark (Sharon) Brueck; sisters-in-law, Jean Leas, Ketura Brueck, Susan (John) Randolph and Paula (Joe) DeJesus; brother-in-law, Paul (Nancy) Hertel; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Martha; two brothers, Paul and Mike Brueck; sister, Mary (Richard) Schier and great-grandson, Reid Gleeson.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The Rosary service will be held at 4 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 27 at Divine Mercy Parish-St. John the Baptist Catholic Church with a brief time of sharing to follow. Family will greet friends until 7 p.m. Due to the Covid-19 Pandemic, the family kindly asks that all guests wear a mask or face covering.

The Funeral Mass of the Resurrection for Mr. Brueck will be 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 28 at Divine Mercy Parish-St. John the Baptist Catholic Church with the Very Rev. Father Marty Goetz as the Celebrant.&nbsp; Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery. The funeral mass will be live streamed on the Divine Mercy Parish Facebook page.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for the Burlington Notre Dame Schools, Burlington Capitol Theater Foundation, Des Moines County Humane Society, and Boy Scouts of America.

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 </figure>Bob Brueck, 85, of Burlington, died Sunday, Jan. 16, 2022, at the Klein Center in West Burlington.Born Oct. 9, 1936, in Burlington, he was the son of Paul Peter and Agnes Mary Vogelgesang Brueck. On Oct. 6, 1956, he married Martha Ann Hertel. She preceded him in death on May 20, 1997. He later married Judith Shotwell.&nbsp;He graduated from Burlington Catholic in 1954.&nbsp;&nbsp;Bob was a pressman for The Hawk Eye Newspaper prior to starting Brueck Construction in 1976, which he owned and operated until his retirement.He was a member of Divine Mercy Parish and Knights of Columbus 4th Degree Honorary Lifetime Member. Bob was a family man who inspired others to live life to the fullest and take chances. He encouraged higher education with a primary focus on the trade skills. Other interests included a love of the fine arts, sports, his Catholic faith community and the City of Burlington. He always led by example! Bob loved Notre Dame, he supported the SCC Blackhawks and the University of Iowa Hawkeyes. He sang in a barbershop quartet for over 25 years and was a Boy Scout leader. He loved bowling, dancing, waterskiing and the family cabin on the Mississippi River.&nbsp;Bob was a visionary! He dreamed of a vital and thriving downtown. He dedicated the last 25 years of his professional life to the revitalization of downtown and played an important role in developing the Port of Burlington, the Capitol Theater, Burlington Steeple Lightscape Project and Main Street projects. He was recognized for his leadership which paved the way for our current downtown businesses and upper story revitalization. He was bestowed with many local, state and national honors.Survivors include his wife, Judith Brueck of Burlington; sons, Kenneth (Teresa) Brueck of Burlington, Matt (Susan) Brueck of Burlington, Steve (Nancy) Brueck of Burlington, Gary (Deb) Brueck of Burlington, Bernie (Jenel) Brueck of Indianola, IA, Pete (Julie) Brueck of Burlington, and Mike Brueck of West Des Moines; daughters, Christine (Dan) Reid of Burlington, Rosie (Dennis) Busta of Forest City, IA and Karen (Dennis) Marino of West Burlington; step-son, Johnathon Shotwell of Chicago; 33 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren; brother, Mark (Sharon) Brueck; sisters-in-law, Jean Leas, Ketura Brueck, Susan (John) Randolph and Paula (Joe) DeJesus; brother-in-law, Paul (Nancy) Hertel; and numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Martha; two brothers, Paul and Mike Brueck; sister, Mary (Richard) Schier and great-grandson, Reid Gleeson.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Rosary service will be held at 4 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 27 at Divine Mercy Parish-St. John the Baptist Catholic Church with a brief time of sharing to follow. Family will greet friends until 7 p.m. Due to the Covid-19 Pandemic, the family kindly asks that all guests wear a mask or face covering.The Funeral Mass of the Resurrection for Mr. Brueck will be 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 28 at Divine Mercy Parish-St. John the Baptist Catholic Church with the Very Rev. Father Marty Goetz as the Celebrant.&nbsp; Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery. The funeral mass will be live streamed on the Divine Mercy Parish Facebook page.In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for the Burlington Notre Dame Schools, Burlington Capitol Theater Foundation, Des Moines County Humane Society, and Boy Scouts of America.

Bob Brueck

Aaron Micah Lebeck, 31, of Burlington, passed away on Friday, Jan. 14, 2022, at Trinity Muscatine.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Aaron was born April 9, 1990, in Canton, Ill., the son of Deborah Lebeck.&nbsp; He was a 2008 graduate of Burlington High School.&nbsp; Aaron worked at Subway in Burlington and enjoyed video games, computers, card games with friends and loved freelance IT.&nbsp;

Aaron is survived by his mother, Debbie Lebeck-Glasgow and her husband, Brian, of Muscatine; father, Todd DeHaven; daughter, Raven Lebeck of Rosarito, Mexico; paternal grandparents, Dennis (Diana) DeHaven; extra grandparents, Mike and Donna Ewing; and stepfather, Tony.

A celebration of life Service will be held at a later date.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to his daughter, Raven Lebeck Memorial Fund.  The Snyder and Hollenbaugh Funeral and Cremation Services of Muscatine is caring for Aaron’s family and arrangements.  Online condolences may be left for the family at www.sandhfuneralservice.com.

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 </figure>Aaron Micah Lebeck, 31, of Burlington, passed away on Friday, Jan. 14, 2022, at Trinity Muscatine.&nbsp;&nbsp;Aaron was born April 9, 1990, in Canton, Ill., the son of Deborah Lebeck.&nbsp; He was a 2008 graduate of Burlington High School.&nbsp; Aaron worked at Subway in Burlington and enjoyed video games, computers, card games with friends and loved freelance IT.&nbsp;Aaron is survived by his mother, Debbie Lebeck-Glasgow and her husband, Brian, of Muscatine; father, Todd DeHaven; daughter, Raven Lebeck of Rosarito, Mexico; paternal grandparents, Dennis (Diana) DeHaven; extra grandparents, Mike and Donna Ewing; and stepfather, Tony.A celebration of life Service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to his daughter, Raven Lebeck Memorial Fund. The Snyder and Hollenbaugh Funeral and Cremation Services of Muscatine is caring for Aaron’s family and arrangements. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.sandhfuneralservice.com.

Aaron Lebeck

Genny Lunning, 94, died Tuesday, Jan. 18, 2022, after a brief illness. Genny was born in Burlington on Dec. 6, 1927, to George A. and Gertrude Scott Elliott. Salutatorian of her New London High School class, she completed two years of study at Lindenwood University in St. Charles, Mo. and obtained her B.S. in speech therapy at the University of Iowa. On August 21, 1949, Genny married Al Lunning in New London. They enjoyed 66 wonderful years together; he preceded her in death. Genny was Burlington’s first speech therapist. A dedicated 70-year member of PEO, she held every office possible. She was past president of Messiah Lutheran Church’s Women’s Council, member and leader of Messiah’s Mary/Elizabeth Circle, past president of Friends of Southeast Iowa Symphony, past president of Electa Circle of King’s Daughters &amp; Sons, a Girl Scout Leader, Gamma Phi Beta Social Sorority, and a member of Burlington Civic Music. Survivors include her six children, Scarlett of Des Moines, Marianne of Kansas City, Mo., Julie and Kate, both of Burlington, Elliott of Charlotte, N.C., and Laurie of Loch Lloyd, Mo.; 13 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and sister, Roberta Peterson. A visitation with the family is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. at Messiah Lutheran Church, 2411 West Ave., Burlington on Saturday, Jan. 22 followed by a funeral service at Messiah at 2:30 p.m. Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery. Due to the rising health concerns, the family has requested that everyone wear masks. Memorial donation suggestions: Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center Hospice House, 1306 Washington Road, West Burlington, IA 52655; Hope Haven, 828 N. 7th St., Burlington, IA 52601, and Messiah Lutheran Church.&nbsp;

Lunning Funeral Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.

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 </figure>Genny Lunning, 94, died Tuesday, Jan. 18, 2022, after a brief illness. Genny was born in Burlington on Dec. 6, 1927, to George A. and Gertrude Scott Elliott. Salutatorian of her New London High School class, she completed two years of study at Lindenwood University in St. Charles, Mo. and obtained her B.S. in speech therapy at the University of Iowa. On August 21, 1949, Genny married Al Lunning in New London. They enjoyed 66 wonderful years together; he preceded her in death. Genny was Burlington’s first speech therapist. A dedicated 70-year member of PEO, she held every office possible. She was past president of Messiah Lutheran Church’s Women’s Council, member and leader of Messiah’s Mary/Elizabeth Circle, past president of Friends of Southeast Iowa Symphony, past president of Electa Circle of King’s Daughters &amp; Sons, a Girl Scout Leader, Gamma Phi Beta Social Sorority, and a member of Burlington Civic Music. Survivors include her six children, Scarlett of Des Moines, Marianne of Kansas City, Mo., Julie and Kate, both of Burlington, Elliott of Charlotte, N.C., and Laurie of Loch Lloyd, Mo.; 13 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and sister, Roberta Peterson. A visitation with the family is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. at Messiah Lutheran Church, 2411 West Ave., Burlington on Saturday, Jan. 22 followed by a funeral service at Messiah at 2:30 p.m. Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery. Due to the rising health concerns, the family has requested that everyone wear masks. Memorial donation suggestions: Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center Hospice House, 1306 Washington Road, West Burlington, IA 52655; Hope Haven, 828 N. 7th St., Burlington, IA 52601, and Messiah Lutheran Church.&nbsp;Lunning Funeral Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.

Genevieve "Genny" Lunning

Jacquelin Stewart Nelson, 70, of West Burlington, died Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2022, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West Burlington.

Born Sept. 9, 1951, in Birmingham, Ala., she was the daughter of Walter and Pearl Stewart. On Dec. 14, 1999, she married John Nelson in Saginaw, Mich.&nbsp;

Jacquelin graduated from Tarrant High School, then continued her education at the Booker T. Washington Business College in Birmingham.

While living in Birmingham she worked for Blue Cross Blue Shield Insurance and later the University of Alabama. Following that, she worked for Genesee Packing Corp and then Rotor Coater in Saginaw, Mich.&nbsp;

Jacquelin was a member of the Union Baptist Church.

Survivors include her husband; son, Shavontae "Tae" Nelson of West Burlington; three stepsons, Devarious "Dee" Nelson, Tyranious "Ty" Nelson, and Rayshan Carter; two stepdaughters, Latasha Carter and Lashonda Nelson-Sanders; and sister, Ann Eatmon.

Cremation has been entrusted to Prugh Crematory.

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 </figure>Jacquelin Stewart Nelson, 70, of West Burlington, died Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2022, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West Burlington.Born Sept. 9, 1951, in Birmingham, Ala., she was the daughter of Walter and Pearl Stewart. On Dec. 14, 1999, she married John Nelson in Saginaw, Mich.&nbsp;Jacquelin graduated from Tarrant High School, then continued her education at the Booker T. Washington Business College in Birmingham.While living in Birmingham she worked for Blue Cross Blue Shield Insurance and later the University of Alabama. Following that, she worked for Genesee Packing Corp and then Rotor Coater in Saginaw, Mich.&nbsp;Jacquelin was a member of the Union Baptist Church.Survivors include her husband; son, Shavontae "Tae" Nelson of West Burlington; three stepsons, Devarious "Dee" Nelson, Tyranious "Ty" Nelson, and Rayshan Carter; two stepdaughters, Latasha Carter and Lashonda Nelson-Sanders; and sister, Ann Eatmon.Cremation has been entrusted to Prugh Crematory.There will be no service at this time.

Jacquelin Nelson

Melvin Mattoon, 77, of Burlington, died Saturday, Jan. 15, 2022, at New London Nursing and Rehab.

Born Dec. 17, 1944, he was the son of Boise and Norma Wehage Mattoon. Melvin was raised by his two uncles and an aunt, Melvin, Carl and Frances Wehage.&nbsp; On Oct. 1, 1976, he married Mary Cheney.&nbsp;

Melvin worked for the American Ordinance Plant from 1968 to 1972, then Exide Battery, Burlington Basket Factory, and later Wal-Mart.&nbsp;

He was a member of Bible Missionary Church in Burlington.

Survivors include his wife; son, Daniel Mattoon of Burlington; stepson, James Whitten of Burlington; stepdaughters, Jeanette Whitten of New London and Deanna Thomason of Burlington; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and sister, Betty.

Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory.

A celebration of life and graveside service will be held at a later date at Salem Lutheran Cemetery.

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 </figure>Melvin Mattoon, 77, of Burlington, died Saturday, Jan. 15, 2022, at New London Nursing and Rehab.Born Dec. 17, 1944, he was the son of Boise and Norma Wehage Mattoon. Melvin was raised by his two uncles and an aunt, Melvin, Carl and Frances Wehage.&nbsp; On Oct. 1, 1976, he married Mary Cheney.&nbsp;Melvin worked for the American Ordinance Plant from 1968 to 1972, then Exide Battery, Burlington Basket Factory, and later Wal-Mart.&nbsp;He was a member of Bible Missionary Church in Burlington.Survivors include his wife; son, Daniel Mattoon of Burlington; stepson, James Whitten of Burlington; stepdaughters, Jeanette Whitten of New London and Deanna Thomason of Burlington; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and sister, Betty.Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory.A celebration of life and graveside service will be held at a later date at Salem Lutheran Cemetery.

Melvin Mattoon

Michael Lee Parrott, 53, of Burlington, died Sunday, Jan. 16, 2022, at his home.

Born July 25, 1968, in Iowa City, he was the son of Dwayne and Sharon Bond Parrott.&nbsp;

He was a graduate of East Union High School in Afton. After high school, he joined the United States Air Force until he was discharged.&nbsp;

When Mike was young, he worked for many dairy farms around the Ottumwa and Des Moines area. For the past 15 years, he worked for Winegard in Burlington.&nbsp;

Survivors include his parents; two brothers, Christopher Parrott of Virginia and Todd Parrott of Washington; and one sister, Traci Earl of Osceola.

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 </figure>Michael Lee Parrott, 53, of Burlington, died Sunday, Jan. 16, 2022, at his home.Born July 25, 1968, in Iowa City, he was the son of Dwayne and Sharon Bond Parrott.&nbsp;He was a graduate of East Union High School in Afton. After high school, he joined the United States Air Force until he was discharged.&nbsp;When Mike was young, he worked for many dairy farms around the Ottumwa and Des Moines area. For the past 15 years, he worked for Winegard in Burlington.&nbsp;Survivors include his parents; two brothers, Christopher Parrott of Virginia and Todd Parrott of Washington; and one sister, Traci Earl of Osceola.Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory.There will be no visitation or services.

Michael Parrott

Geneva Duncan, 66, of League City, Texas, died Jan. 14, 2022, at her home.&nbsp;

Born Jan. 8, 1956, in Lake Cormorant, Miss., she was the daughter of Connie and Bessie Mae Moseley Duncan.&nbsp;

She was a member of Faith Temple Church of God in Christ, Burlington.

Survivors include her children, Rudolph Sinclair Allen of Burlington, Nikki Pearson of League City, Texas, Veronica Lee Brown of Houston, Texas, and Regina LaJoy Brown of Burlington; 13 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and siblings, Willie Duncan of Sugar Land, Texas, Mary Crump of Osceola, Ark., Callie Fields of Osceola, Ark., and Lula Williams of Burlington.

The visitation will be from 5 until 7 p.m., Friday, Jan. 21 at Wilson Funeral Home, Osceola, Ark.

The funeral service for Ms. Duncan will be 2 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 22 at Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church, Osceola, Ark., with the Rev. Moses Black officiating. Burial will be in Whiteside Cemetery, Osceola, Ark.

A memorial has been established.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Geneva Duncan, 66, of League City, Texas, died Jan. 14, 2022, at her home.&nbsp;Born Jan. 8, 1956, in Lake Cormorant, Miss., she was the daughter of Connie and Bessie Mae Moseley Duncan.&nbsp;She was a member of Faith Temple Church of God in Christ, Burlington.Survivors include her children, Rudolph Sinclair Allen of Burlington, Nikki Pearson of League City, Texas, Veronica Lee Brown of Houston, Texas, and Regina LaJoy Brown of Burlington; 13 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and siblings, Willie Duncan of Sugar Land, Texas, Mary Crump of Osceola, Ark., Callie Fields of Osceola, Ark., and Lula Williams of Burlington.The visitation will be from 5 until 7 p.m., Friday, Jan. 21 at Wilson Funeral Home, Osceola, Ark.The funeral service for Ms. Duncan will be 2 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 22 at Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church, Osceola, Ark., with the Rev. Moses Black officiating. Burial will be in Whiteside Cemetery, Osceola, Ark.A memorial has been established.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Geneva Duncan

Christopher C. Christofferson, Jr., 50, of West Burlington, died Sunday, Jan. 16, 2022, at his residence. Born June 5, 1971, in Burlington, he was the son of Christopher C., Sr and Nancy Fay Conger Christofferson. Chris was in the Navy and served in the Gulf War. He was of the Methodist faith. Chris worked as a security guard at Catfish Bend Casino and was a member of the National Rifle Association. Survivors include daughters, Aurora Caston of Arizona and Ashley Dyer of Burlington; son, Juston Caston, stationed in Germany; three grandchildren; brothers, Chad Christofferson of West Burlington, Jason Leibli and Timothy Wasson of Burlington; and sisters, Amanda Sturms and Rachel Dickens of Burlington. Funeral service will be Monday, Jan. 24 at 1 p.m. at Lunning Chapel with the pastors David Yonker and Brooke Anthony officiating. Military rites will be performed by Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard. Burial will be in Burlington Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday, Jan. 23 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Lunning Chapel.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Christopher C. Christofferson, Jr., 50, of West Burlington, died Sunday, Jan. 16, 2022, at his residence. Born June 5, 1971, in Burlington, he was the son of Christopher C., Sr and Nancy Fay Conger Christofferson. Chris was in the Navy and served in the Gulf War. He was of the Methodist faith. Chris worked as a security guard at Catfish Bend Casino and was a member of the National Rifle Association. Survivors include daughters, Aurora Caston of Arizona and Ashley Dyer of Burlington; son, Juston Caston, stationed in Germany; three grandchildren; brothers, Chad Christofferson of West Burlington, Jason Leibli and Timothy Wasson of Burlington; and sisters, Amanda Sturms and Rachel Dickens of Burlington. Funeral service will be Monday, Jan. 24 at 1 p.m. at Lunning Chapel with the pastors David Yonker and Brooke Anthony officiating. Military rites will be performed by Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard. Burial will be in Burlington Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday, Jan. 23 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Lunning Chapel.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Christopher Christofferson

Wilma I. Sloan, 96, of Kirkwood, Ill., died Sunday, Jan. 16, 2022, at Oak Lane Nursing and Rehab in Stronghurst, Ill. Wilma was born on March 29, 1925, near Nebo, Ill., the daughter of Henry Elisha and Daisy I. Zumwalt Guthrie. Wilma was raised in Nebo and Baylis, Ill., and graduated from Baylis three-year high school and Pittsfield High School in 1942. She was married to Donald Sloan on Aug. 22, 1942, in Detroit, Ill. He preceded her in death April 25, 2009. Wilma was a homemaker and a stay-at-home mom to her children. She sold Avon Products and was a Nutrilite-Amway representative for many years. While living in Oakwood, Ill., Wilma was a member of the Christian Church where she taught Sunday School, was Sunday School Superintendent, sang in the Choir and was active in the Women's Fellowship. She also worked with the Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and Illinois 4-H.&nbsp; She worked at Wiley Light Jewelry Store until retiring and moved to Kirkwood in 1988. She was a member of the Biggsville United Presbyterian Church where she was a deacon and active in the Ladies Aide. She is survived by two daughters, Nancy Hull of Biggsville, Ill., and Judy Carl of Ogden, Ill.; two sons, Gary Sloan of Magnolia, Texas, and Todd Sloan of South Barrington, Ill.; eight grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and 13 step-great and great-great-grandchildren. A funeral service for Wilma I. Sloan is planned on Saturday, Jan. 22 at 11 a.m. at the Biggsville Presbyterian Church in Biggsville, Ill. Her interment will follow at the Monmouth Cemetery. Her family plans visitation at the church for the hour prior to the funeral service and will receive their friends from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Turnbull Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. A memorial fund has been established by her family.

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 </figure>Wilma I. Sloan, 96, of Kirkwood, Ill., died Sunday, Jan. 16, 2022, at Oak Lane Nursing and Rehab in Stronghurst, Ill. Wilma was born on March 29, 1925, near Nebo, Ill., the daughter of Henry Elisha and Daisy I. Zumwalt Guthrie. Wilma was raised in Nebo and Baylis, Ill., and graduated from Baylis three-year high school and Pittsfield High School in 1942. She was married to Donald Sloan on Aug. 22, 1942, in Detroit, Ill. He preceded her in death April 25, 2009. Wilma was a homemaker and a stay-at-home mom to her children. She sold Avon Products and was a Nutrilite-Amway representative for many years. While living in Oakwood, Ill., Wilma was a member of the Christian Church where she taught Sunday School, was Sunday School Superintendent, sang in the Choir and was active in the Women's Fellowship. She also worked with the Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and Illinois 4-H.&nbsp; She worked at Wiley Light Jewelry Store until retiring and moved to Kirkwood in 1988. She was a member of the Biggsville United Presbyterian Church where she was a deacon and active in the Ladies Aide. She is survived by two daughters, Nancy Hull of Biggsville, Ill., and Judy Carl of Ogden, Ill.; two sons, Gary Sloan of Magnolia, Texas, and Todd Sloan of South Barrington, Ill.; eight grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and 13 step-great and great-great-grandchildren. A funeral service for Wilma I. Sloan is planned on Saturday, Jan. 22 at 11 a.m. at the Biggsville Presbyterian Church in Biggsville, Ill. Her interment will follow at the Monmouth Cemetery. Her family plans visitation at the church for the hour prior to the funeral service and will receive their friends from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Turnbull Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. A memorial fund has been established by her family.

Wilma Sloan

Beverly A. “Bev” Vaughn, 83, of Keokuk, formerly of Burlington, died Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, at her home. Born Aug. 18, 1938, in Burlington, she was the daughter of Clifford “Red” and Dora M. Brown Vaughn. Bev graduated from Burlington High School in 1956 and Open Bible College, Des Moines, in 1959. She was employed by Iowa Cities Adjustment and B.L. Robinson of Burlington, Stearns Clothing in Des Moines, Thomas Truck and Castor of Rock Island, TPN Railroad and Sheller-Globe from 29 years in Keokuk. She retired from Methode Electronics in Carthage, Ill., in 2002. Her early years in Keokuk saw her active in the Assembly of God church where she served as Christ Ambassador Youth Leader, a Sunday school teacher and in Music Ministry. She shared her passion for music at area care centers, singing and playing guitar with Harland Gamber’s “Over the Hill Gang” and Tri-State Bluegrass Band as well as solo performances at the Hamilton Illinois Senior Community Center. She is survived by her special cousin, Julie Reusch of Burlington; special friend, Tatum Dorothy and her boys Cole and Avery from North Carolina; special friend, Ben Hendericksmeyer; and cousin, Barbara Collins. According to Bev’s wishes, there will be no funeral services. Interment will be held in Aspen Grove Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2022/1/1642486942475.jpeg" alt="Beverly Vaughn" />
 <figcaption>Beverly Vaughn</figcaption>
 </figure>Beverly A. “Bev” Vaughn, 83, of Keokuk, formerly of Burlington, died Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, at her home. Born Aug. 18, 1938, in Burlington, she was the daughter of Clifford “Red” and Dora M. Brown Vaughn. Bev graduated from Burlington High School in 1956 and Open Bible College, Des Moines, in 1959. She was employed by Iowa Cities Adjustment and B.L. Robinson of Burlington, Stearns Clothing in Des Moines, Thomas Truck and Castor of Rock Island, TPN Railroad and Sheller-Globe from 29 years in Keokuk. She retired from Methode Electronics in Carthage, Ill., in 2002. Her early years in Keokuk saw her active in the Assembly of God church where she served as Christ Ambassador Youth Leader, a Sunday school teacher and in Music Ministry. She shared her passion for music at area care centers, singing and playing guitar with Harland Gamber’s “Over the Hill Gang” and Tri-State Bluegrass Band as well as solo performances at the Hamilton Illinois Senior Community Center. She is survived by her special cousin, Julie Reusch of Burlington; special friend, Tatum Dorothy and her boys Cole and Avery from North Carolina; special friend, Ben Hendericksmeyer; and cousin, Barbara Collins. According to Bev’s wishes, there will be no funeral services. Interment will be held in Aspen Grove Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Beverly Vaughn

Jeanne Kay Stewart, 77, died Jan. 14, 2022, at Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center, West Burlington. The daughter of Vern Joseph and Helen Martha O’Grady Marler, she was born Nov. 13, 1944, in Estherville.&nbsp; Jeanne graduated from Mount Ayr High School in 1963. She married Dean Stewart on Nov. 30, 1963, in Leon. In 1968, they moved to Burlington. Jeanne worked in accounting at Lehigh Leopold for 22 years. After the Leopold closure, she moved to the Army Ammunition Plant accounting department for five years. She finished her career at Mt. Pleasant Warehouse working with Dean until they retired in 2007. Jeanne spent 30 years supporting Moose Chapter 587. She held every office in the Women of the Moose and earned all her Moose Degrees. Survivors include her husband; her two boys, Mike Stewart of West Burlington and Mark Stewart of Abilene, Texas; 14 grandchildren; numerous great- and great-great-grandchildren; two sisters; and one brother. Per her wishes, cremation has been accorded and entrusted to Lunning Chapel. A celebration of life will be held April 9, 2022.

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2022/1/1642486352939.jpeg" alt="Jeanne Stewart" />
 <figcaption>Jeanne Stewart</figcaption>
 </figure>Jeanne Kay Stewart, 77, died Jan. 14, 2022, at Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center, West Burlington. The daughter of Vern Joseph and Helen Martha O’Grady Marler, she was born Nov. 13, 1944, in Estherville.&nbsp; Jeanne graduated from Mount Ayr High School in 1963. She married Dean Stewart on Nov. 30, 1963, in Leon. In 1968, they moved to Burlington. Jeanne worked in accounting at Lehigh Leopold for 22 years. After the Leopold closure, she moved to the Army Ammunition Plant accounting department for five years. She finished her career at Mt. Pleasant Warehouse working with Dean until they retired in 2007. Jeanne spent 30 years supporting Moose Chapter 587. She held every office in the Women of the Moose and earned all her Moose Degrees. Survivors include her husband; her two boys, Mike Stewart of West Burlington and Mark Stewart of Abilene, Texas; 14 grandchildren; numerous great- and great-great-grandchildren; two sisters; and one brother. Per her wishes, cremation has been accorded and entrusted to Lunning Chapel. A celebration of life will be held April 9, 2022.

Jeanne Stewart

David E. Klaus, 80, of Burlington, died Friday, Jan. 14, 2022, at Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West Burlington. Born April 28, 1941, in Burlington, he was the son of Everett William and Virginia Ruth Eads Klaus. He married Kathryn Van Dyke on June 25, 1995. She died Nov. 24, 2021. David worked in assembly at General Electric for 30 years until his retirement in 1995. He served as a Corporal in the Marine Corps. He was a member of the Moose Lodge #729, Ducks Unlimited, NRA and the Quarter Century Club. Survivors include his son, David Klaus of Burlington; two stepdaughters, Julia Phelps of Houston, Texas and Amanda Smith of Burlington; two grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; two sisters, Sylvia Ridinger and Zanythe Wibstud, both of Trenton, Iowa; and one brother, Steve Klaus of Danville. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 19 at Lunning Chapel where the family will receive friends. The funeral service for Mr. Klaus will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 20 at Lunning Chapel. Hamilton-Walters Marine Corp League will perform military rites.&nbsp;

Interment will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2022/1/1642485880404.jpeg" alt="David Klaus" />
 <figcaption>David Klaus</figcaption>
 </figure>David E. Klaus, 80, of Burlington, died Friday, Jan. 14, 2022, at Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West Burlington. Born April 28, 1941, in Burlington, he was the son of Everett William and Virginia Ruth Eads Klaus. He married Kathryn Van Dyke on June 25, 1995. She died Nov. 24, 2021. David worked in assembly at General Electric for 30 years until his retirement in 1995. He served as a Corporal in the Marine Corps. He was a member of the Moose Lodge #729, Ducks Unlimited, NRA and the Quarter Century Club. Survivors include his son, David Klaus of Burlington; two stepdaughters, Julia Phelps of Houston, Texas and Amanda Smith of Burlington; two grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; two sisters, Sylvia Ridinger and Zanythe Wibstud, both of Trenton, Iowa; and one brother, Steve Klaus of Danville. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 19 at Lunning Chapel where the family will receive friends. The funeral service for Mr. Klaus will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 20 at Lunning Chapel. Hamilton-Walters Marine Corp League will perform military rites.&nbsp; Interment will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;

David Klaus

Ron Stafford, 80, of Burlington, died Saturday, Jan. 15, 2022, at his home. Born Oct. 7, 1940, in Burlington, he was the son of Glen and Frances I. Funk Stafford. He married Elsie Penrod on April 23, 1965, at Spring Grove Methodist Church. Ron worked for J. I. Case for 28 years. Survivors include his wife; three children, Keith Stafford, Linda Gibbons, and Brenda Almack all of Burlington; five grandchildren; one great-granddaughter on the way; and one brother, Gene Stafford of Sperry. The graveside funeral service and interment for Ron will be 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 21 at Aspen Grove Cemetery. Mr. Ned Fry will officiate. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 21 at Lunning Chapel where the family will receive friends. A memorial has been established for St. Jude Children’s Hospital.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2022/1/1642485575867.jpeg" alt="Ron Stafford" />
 <figcaption>Ron Stafford</figcaption>
 </figure>Ron Stafford, 80, of Burlington, died Saturday, Jan. 15, 2022, at his home. Born Oct. 7, 1940, in Burlington, he was the son of Glen and Frances I. Funk Stafford. He married Elsie Penrod on April 23, 1965, at Spring Grove Methodist Church. Ron worked for J. I. Case for 28 years. Survivors include his wife; three children, Keith Stafford, Linda Gibbons, and Brenda Almack all of Burlington; five grandchildren; one great-granddaughter on the way; and one brother, Gene Stafford of Sperry. The graveside funeral service and interment for Ron will be 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 21 at Aspen Grove Cemetery. Mr. Ned Fry will officiate. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 21 at Lunning Chapel where the family will receive friends. A memorial has been established for St. Jude Children’s Hospital.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ron Stafford

Barbara Lee Slater Maus, 95, died Jan. 17, 2022. She was born June 22, 1926, in Omaha, Neb., the daughter of Dwight Edward and May Smith Slater. She married James Harold "Jimmy" Maus on Oct. 12, 1946; he died April 25, 2012. Together they raised five children: Bob, Peggy, Jackie, Sally, and Jerry. Barbara is also survived by her sister, Sylvia Raney; nine grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Barbara graduated from Central High School in Omaha, attended college at University of Nebraska-Omaha, and worked at her parent’s business, Slater Butter Company. After marriage, she spent her energies caring for her family and participating in Sweet Adelines. Upon moving with her family to Burlington in 1960, Barbara began working in a pathology lab, eventually rising to the position of office manager. Barb and Jim then moved to Des Moines, where she provided office support to an ophthalmology office. Per her wishes, cremation has been accorded and entrusted to Lunning Chapel. There will be no services. In memory of Barbara, a memorial has been established for reforestation in the Rocky Mountains. You may make a contribution by visiting www.alivingtribute.org&nbsp;&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2022/1/1642485101404.jpeg" alt="Barbara Maus" />
 <figcaption>Barbara Maus</figcaption>
 </figure>Barbara Lee Slater Maus, 95, died Jan. 17, 2022. She was born June 22, 1926, in Omaha, Neb., the daughter of Dwight Edward and May Smith Slater. She married James Harold "Jimmy" Maus on Oct. 12, 1946; he died April 25, 2012. Together they raised five children: Bob, Peggy, Jackie, Sally, and Jerry. Barbara is also survived by her sister, Sylvia Raney; nine grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Barbara graduated from Central High School in Omaha, attended college at University of Nebraska-Omaha, and worked at her parent’s business, Slater Butter Company. After marriage, she spent her energies caring for her family and participating in Sweet Adelines. Upon moving with her family to Burlington in 1960, Barbara began working in a pathology lab, eventually rising to the position of office manager. Barb and Jim then moved to Des Moines, where she provided office support to an ophthalmology office. Per her wishes, cremation has been accorded and entrusted to Lunning Chapel. There will be no services. In memory of Barbara, a memorial has been established for reforestation in the Rocky Mountains. You may make a contribution by visiting www.alivingtribute.org&nbsp;&nbsp;

Barbara Maus

Velma Kay Henry, 67, of Danville, died Friday, Jan. 14, 2022, at the University of Iowa Hospitals &amp; Clinics in Iowa City.

Born Jan. 13, 1955, in Eugene, Ore., she was the daughter of Maurice and Evelyn Culver. She married John Henry and they later divorced.&nbsp;

Survivors include her son, Tim Henry of Danville;  four sisters, Onda Ferguson of Eugene, Ore., Rose Smith of Eugene, Ore., Mary Miller of Burlington, and Marge Warren of Ore.; eight grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2022/1/1642484464764.jpeg" alt="Velma Kay Henry" />
 <figcaption>Velma Kay Henry</figcaption>
 </figure>Velma Kay Henry, 67, of Danville, died Friday, Jan. 14, 2022, at the University of Iowa Hospitals &amp; Clinics in Iowa City.Born Jan. 13, 1955, in Eugene, Ore., she was the daughter of Maurice and Evelyn Culver. She married John Henry and they later divorced.&nbsp;Survivors include her son, Tim Henry of Danville; four sisters, Onda Ferguson of Eugene, Ore., Rose Smith of Eugene, Ore., Mary Miller of Burlington, and Marge Warren of Ore.; eight grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory.There will be no visitation or services.

Velma Kay Henry

Kathleen Marie Johns, 80, of Burlington, died Saturday, Jan. 15, 2022, at her home.

Born July 9, 1941, in Akron, Iowa, she was the daughter of John "Jack" and Amelia Lambert Henrich. In 1959, she married Donald G. Hoffman. They later divorced. On Sept. 8, 1981, she married Arthur Franklin Johns in Burlington. He later died on April 23, 2012.

She was a devout Catholic with a strong faith.&nbsp;

Survivors include four children, Irene, Richard, James, Sharon; one stepdaughter, Carla; and lots of grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

The Memorial Mass of the Resurrection for Mrs. Johns will be 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 22 at Divine Mercy Parish-St. John the Baptist Catholic Church with Very Rev. Father Marty Goetz as the celebrant. A time of food and fellowship will be held in St. John's Cafeteria following the service. Burial will be in Akron at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in her name and can be sent to her daughter Sharon at 3918 225th St. Oakville, IA 52646.

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2022/1/1642484288643.jpeg" alt="Kathleen Johns" />
 <figcaption>Kathleen Johns</figcaption>
 </figure>Kathleen Marie Johns, 80, of Burlington, died Saturday, Jan. 15, 2022, at her home.Born July 9, 1941, in Akron, Iowa, she was the daughter of John "Jack" and Amelia Lambert Henrich. In 1959, she married Donald G. Hoffman. They later divorced. On Sept. 8, 1981, she married Arthur Franklin Johns in Burlington. He later died on April 23, 2012.She was a devout Catholic with a strong faith.&nbsp;Survivors include four children, Irene, Richard, James, Sharon; one stepdaughter, Carla; and lots of grandchildren and great-grandchildren.Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory.The Memorial Mass of the Resurrection for Mrs. Johns will be 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 22 at Divine Mercy Parish-St. John the Baptist Catholic Church with Very Rev. Father Marty Goetz as the celebrant. A time of food and fellowship will be held in St. John's Cafeteria following the service. Burial will be in Akron at a later date.In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in her name and can be sent to her daughter Sharon at 3918 225th St. Oakville, IA 52646.Prugh Funeral Service is in care of the arrangements.

Kathleen Johns

James Perry Zaiss passed away Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2022. He was born in Atlanta, Ga. on July 15, 1969, to John and Barbara Zaiss. Later, he moved with his mother to Moline, Ill. to be raised with his mother and father, Jerry Schaeffer. He graduated from Craig High School in Missouri in 1987. He enlisted in the Marine Corp the summer of 1987. After his honorable discharge in 1991, he got his certificate for HVAC at Mohave Community College. He met Wendy Badtram, and they married in 2000. They have three children together: two daughters, Alex Marie (Thomas) Kincaid and Eryn Evelyn Zaiss, and one son, Mathew James Zaiss. He remarried in 2012 to Tisha Miller and gained two bonus kids, Steven Miller and Aryan Miller. He has four grandchildren, Zander Michael Wayne Kincaid, Harlie Marie Kincaid, Freya Aurora Miller, and Zain Patrick Miller. His "grandogger" Starr Zaiss was his joy. Jim has three brothers, John (Carol) Zaiss, J.P. Zaiss, and Stephen Zaiss. He also has two sisters, Jennifer (Chris) Bishop and Carrie Lynn (Penny) Calhoun. He loved and had many nieces and nephews. He enjoyed golf, playing pool, bowling, playing video games, and watching Marvel movies. He was a huge Superman fan. He enjoyed playing Borderlands with his daughter Eryn online. He loved his family and enjoyed as much time with them as he could. He did not like the Packers but was a huge supporter of the Bears. Donations can be made to Legacy Studios in Burlington in Eryn’s name. We are planning a memorial for him in Moline, Ill., on Jan. 30, 2022. Please contact family for details.

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2022/1/1642197289989.jpeg" alt="James Zaiss" />
 <figcaption>James Zaiss</figcaption>
 </figure>James Perry Zaiss passed away Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2022. He was born in Atlanta, Ga. on July 15, 1969, to John and Barbara Zaiss. Later, he moved with his mother to Moline, Ill. to be raised with his mother and father, Jerry Schaeffer. He graduated from Craig High School in Missouri in 1987. He enlisted in the Marine Corp the summer of 1987. After his honorable discharge in 1991, he got his certificate for HVAC at Mohave Community College. He met Wendy Badtram, and they married in 2000. They have three children together: two daughters, Alex Marie (Thomas) Kincaid and Eryn Evelyn Zaiss, and one son, Mathew James Zaiss. He remarried in 2012 to Tisha Miller and gained two bonus kids, Steven Miller and Aryan Miller. He has four grandchildren, Zander Michael Wayne Kincaid, Harlie Marie Kincaid, Freya Aurora Miller, and Zain Patrick Miller. His "grandogger" Starr Zaiss was his joy. Jim has three brothers, John (Carol) Zaiss, J.P. Zaiss, and Stephen Zaiss. He also has two sisters, Jennifer (Chris) Bishop and Carrie Lynn (Penny) Calhoun. He loved and had many nieces and nephews. He enjoyed golf, playing pool, bowling, playing video games, and watching Marvel movies. He was a huge Superman fan. He enjoyed playing Borderlands with his daughter Eryn online. He loved his family and enjoyed as much time with them as he could. He did not like the Packers but was a huge supporter of the Bears. Donations can be made to Legacy Studios in Burlington in Eryn’s name. We are planning a memorial for him in Moline, Ill., on Jan. 30, 2022. Please contact family for details.Paid obituary

James Zaiss

Mary Ann Lukens, 85, of Gladstone, Ill. died Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2022, at her home. Born July 9, 1936 in Carman, Ill., she was the daughter of Ovid and Helen Larkins Polson. She married William Lukens on Dec. 4, 1955. Mary was a 1954 graduate of G and O High School. She was a homemaker. Mary is survived by her husband; three daughters, Donna Adolph of Gladstone, Ill. and Ann Zart and Jody Gustafson, both of Burlington; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and siblings, Paul Polson of Burlington, Lois Polson of Danville, and Jack Polson of Gladstone, Ill. A graveside service and inurnment will be held in Carman Cemetery at 1 p.m. Monday, Jan. 17. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. According to her wishes, cremation has been entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel.

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2022/1/1642125968850.png" alt="Mary Lukens" />
 <figcaption>Mary Lukens</figcaption>
 </figure>Mary Ann Lukens, 85, of Gladstone, Ill. died Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2022, at her home. Born July 9, 1936 in Carman, Ill., she was the daughter of Ovid and Helen Larkins Polson. She married William Lukens on Dec. 4, 1955. Mary was a 1954 graduate of G and O High School. She was a homemaker. Mary is survived by her husband; three daughters, Donna Adolph of Gladstone, Ill. and Ann Zart and Jody Gustafson, both of Burlington; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and siblings, Paul Polson of Burlington, Lois Polson of Danville, and Jack Polson of Gladstone, Ill. A graveside service and inurnment will be held in Carman Cemetery at 1 p.m. Monday, Jan. 17. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. According to her wishes, cremation has been entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel.

Mary Ann Lukens

Kenneth Alan Schwab, 62, of Burlington died Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2022, at his residence. Born Dec. 13, 1959, in Cedar Rapids, he was the son of Harry Ellsworth Schwab and Levona Ellen Marek LaGrange. Kenneth worked construction and did odd jobs throughout his life. Survivors include his mother; sons, Michael Schwab and Christopher Schwab, both of Kansas City, Mo., and Jonathan Schwab; sister, Rosealean Fisher of Amana; brothers, Larry Balster and Michael Schwab, both of Cedar Rapids; and one granddaughter. Cremation has been accorded and entrusted to Lunning Funeral Chapel. There will be no services at this time. Inurnment will be at a later date in Linnwood Cemetery in Cedar Rapids.

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2022/1/1642125560701.png" alt="Kenneth Schwab " />
 <figcaption>Kenneth Schwab </figcaption>
 </figure>Kenneth Alan Schwab, 62, of Burlington died Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2022, at his residence. Born Dec. 13, 1959, in Cedar Rapids, he was the son of Harry Ellsworth Schwab and Levona Ellen Marek LaGrange. Kenneth worked construction and did odd jobs throughout his life. Survivors include his mother; sons, Michael Schwab and Christopher Schwab, both of Kansas City, Mo., and Jonathan Schwab; sister, Rosealean Fisher of Amana; brothers, Larry Balster and Michael Schwab, both of Cedar Rapids; and one granddaughter. Cremation has been accorded and entrusted to Lunning Funeral Chapel. There will be no services at this time. Inurnment will be at a later date in Linnwood Cemetery in Cedar Rapids.

Kenneth Schwab

Ralph E. Cushman, 98, of Burlington, died Monday, Jan. 10, 2022, at the West Point Care Center.

Born Dec. 31, 1923, in Maryville, Mo., he was the son of Hubert "H.B." and Althea Myers Cushman. On March 30, 1953, he married Audrey Fay Liddle in Rockton, Ill. She died on Nov. 13, 2013.

Ralph attended Maryville High School. He graduated from Maryville College. He then graduated from Mayo Clinic with a Masters of Science in physical therapy.

He was a U.S. Navy Veteran, serving during the World War II from Feb. 16, 1943, until Feb. 19, 1946.

Ralph worked at the Burlington Medical Center as a physical therapist for 33 years. He was the first physical therapist in Burlington, and the seventh in the state of Iowa, earning him the license number "007." He also owned and operated Hawkeye Rehab until his retirement.

Ralph was a Deacon at the First Congregational Church.

Survivors include three sons, Shawn Cushman of Burlington, Mitchell Cushman of Laramie, Wyo., and Nathaniel Cushman of Kapaa, Hawaii; two daughters, Robin Cushman of Burlington and Dawn Cushman-Hill of Burlington; six grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be from 9 until 11 a.m. with the family to receive friends Saturday, Feb. 19 at First Congregational Church.

The memorial service for Mr. Cushman will be 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 19 at First Congregational Church with Pastor Jim Francisco officiating. Full military honors will be rendered by the Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard. A time of food and fellowship will be held at the First Congregational Church. Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for Burlington Special Needs Foundation and Burlington's First Congregation Church.

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2022/1/1642553432832.jpeg" alt="Ralph Cushman" />
 <figcaption>Ralph Cushman</figcaption>
 </figure>Ralph E. Cushman, 98, of Burlington, died Monday, Jan. 10, 2022, at the West Point Care Center.Born Dec. 31, 1923, in Maryville, Mo., he was the son of Hubert "H.B." and Althea Myers Cushman. On March 30, 1953, he married Audrey Fay Liddle in Rockton, Ill. She died on Nov. 13, 2013.Ralph attended Maryville High School. He graduated from Maryville College. He then graduated from Mayo Clinic with a Masters of Science in physical therapy.He was a U.S. Navy Veteran, serving during the World War II from Feb. 16, 1943, until Feb. 19, 1946.Ralph worked at the Burlington Medical Center as a physical therapist for 33 years. He was the first physical therapist in Burlington, and the seventh in the state of Iowa, earning him the license number "007." He also owned and operated Hawkeye Rehab until his retirement.Ralph was a Deacon at the First Congregational Church. Survivors include three sons, Shawn Cushman of Burlington, Mitchell Cushman of Laramie, Wyo., and Nathaniel Cushman of Kapaa, Hawaii; two daughters, Robin Cushman of Burlington and Dawn Cushman-Hill of Burlington; six grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren.Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory.Visitation will be from 9 until 11 a.m. with the family to receive friends Saturday, Feb. 19 at First Congregational Church.The memorial service for Mr. Cushman will be 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 19 at First Congregational Church with Pastor Jim Francisco officiating. Full military honors will be rendered by the Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard. A time of food and fellowship will be held at the First Congregational Church. Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery at a later date.In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for Burlington Special Needs Foundation and Burlington's First Congregation Church.

Ralph Cushman

Nathan W. McCullough, 46, of Des Moines, died Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2021, at his home in Des Moines.

Born Oct. 20, 1975, in Burlington, he was the son of Michael Edward and Rebecca Anne Adolphs McCullough.

He was a 1994 graduate of Burlington High School.&nbsp;

Nathan worked all over the country, from selling magazines, working 
as a massage therapist in California, to working in national parks. He 
worked at Dollar Tree. He loved coffee and managed Bruder's Coffee House for his dad for a couple years. He was also a very talented&nbsp; freelance artist.

He was a member of the First Congregational Church, Sierra Club, and 
the Brain Injury Alliance of Iowa. Nathan won the Governor's 
Scholarship for participating in the Art Study Program at Iowa State in 
8th Grade and won the Snake Alley Cobble Climb. Many activities he couldn't do after sustaining three traumatic brain injuries, but he continued his art and had a month art show at the 
Burlington Art Center in May of 2021.&nbsp;

Survivors include his parents and sister, Heather Dawn Smith 
of Burlington.

Visitation with the family to receive friends will be Saturday, 
Jan. 15 from noon until 2 p.m. at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home.

The celebration of life for Mr. McCullough will be 2 p.m. Saturday, 
Jan. 15 at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home with Pastor Jim Francisco
 officiating. Burial will be in Keokuk National Cemetery at a later 
date.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for the ArtScapes 
Program at the Burlington Art Center for disabled and disadvantaged 
students and Burlington Building Bridges.

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2022/1/1641927566747.jpeg" alt="Nathan McCullough" />
 <figcaption>Nathan McCullough</figcaption>
 </figure>Nathan W. McCullough, 46, of Des Moines, died Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2021, at his home in Des Moines.Born Oct. 20, 1975, in Burlington, he was the son of Michael Edward and Rebecca Anne Adolphs McCullough.He was a 1994 graduate of Burlington High School.&nbsp;Nathan worked all over the country, from selling magazines, working 
as a massage therapist in California, to working in national parks. He 
worked at Dollar Tree. He loved coffee and managed Bruder's Coffee House for his dad for a couple years. He was also a very talented&nbsp; freelance artist.He was a member of the First Congregational Church, Sierra Club, and 
the Brain Injury Alliance of Iowa. Nathan won the Governor's 
Scholarship for participating in the Art Study Program at Iowa State in 
8th Grade and won the Snake Alley Cobble Climb. Many activities he couldn't do after sustaining three traumatic brain injuries, but he continued his art and had a month art show at the 
Burlington Art Center in May of 2021.&nbsp;Survivors include his parents and sister, Heather Dawn Smith 
of Burlington.Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory.Visitation with the family to receive friends will be Saturday, 
Jan. 15 from noon until 2 p.m. at Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home.The celebration of life for Mr. McCullough will be 2 p.m. Saturday, 
Jan. 15 at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home with Pastor Jim Francisco
 officiating. Burial will be in Keokuk National Cemetery at a later 
date.In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for the ArtScapes 
Program at the Burlington Art Center for disabled and disadvantaged 
students and Burlington Building Bridges.

Nathan McCullough

Robert “Shannon” Stump, 48, died suddenly at home on Jan. 1, 2022.

Shannon was born in 1973 to Robert and Sandra Harrison Stump in 
Fairfield. He earned the State Runner-up Award in the Elks National 
“Hoop Shoot” Contest in the 8-9 year age group with a broken arm.

A 1991 graduate of Fairfield High School, he played football and 
basketball.

He attended the University of Iowa and graduated in 1996 with a 
Bachelor of Science in Economics.&nbsp; He was a member of Pi Kappa Alpha. 
After graduation Shannon moved to the Kansas City area where he worked 
at Bank One and would later serve as Vice President of Citizens Bank in 
Lenexa, Kansas.&nbsp;

Shannon married his wife, Michelle, in 2005 and 
relocated to Iowa in 2006.

Shannon worked at the family business, Libertyville Savings Bank, serving as Vice President. He was an owner and president of Village Investment 
Company at the time of his death.

In 2013, Shannon would earn a Master of Business Administration from 
the University of Phoenix.&nbsp; He was a member of Delta Mu Delta, 
International Honor Society in Business Lambda Sigma Chapter.

Shannon and Michelle moved to Burlington in 2015, where he lived
 until his death. He 
is survived by his wife, father, and four sisters, 
Susan Danielson of Iowa City, Jill Burnett of 
Libertyville, Laura Gaston of Mt. Sterling, and Amber McDowell of Keosauqua.

Shannon wished to be cremated and arrangements are being made at 
Prugh Funeral Home in Burlington, Iowa.&nbsp; There will be no service at 
this time but a private celebration of life may be held at a later date.
 No memorials or flowers are being requested but cards are appreciated.

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2022/1/1641926624465.jpeg" alt="Robert Stump" />
 <figcaption>Robert Stump</figcaption>
 </figure>Robert “Shannon” Stump, 48, died suddenly at home on Jan. 1, 2022.Shannon was born in 1973 to Robert and Sandra Harrison Stump in 
Fairfield. He earned the State Runner-up Award in the Elks National 
“Hoop Shoot” Contest in the 8-9 year age group with a broken arm.A 1991 graduate of Fairfield High School, he played football and 
basketball. He attended the University of Iowa and graduated in 1996 with a 
Bachelor of Science in Economics.&nbsp; He was a member of Pi Kappa Alpha. 
After graduation Shannon moved to the Kansas City area where he worked 
at Bank One and would later serve as Vice President of Citizens Bank in 
Lenexa, Kansas.&nbsp;Shannon married his wife, Michelle, in 2005 and 
relocated to Iowa in 2006. Shannon worked at the family business, Libertyville Savings Bank, serving as Vice President. He was an owner and president of Village Investment 
Company at the time of his death.In 2013, Shannon would earn a Master of Business Administration from 
the University of Phoenix.&nbsp; He was a member of Delta Mu Delta, 
International Honor Society in Business Lambda Sigma Chapter.Shannon and Michelle moved to Burlington in 2015, where he lived
 until his death. He 
is survived by his wife, father, and four sisters, 
Susan Danielson of Iowa City, Jill Burnett of 
Libertyville, Laura Gaston of Mt. Sterling, and Amber McDowell of Keosauqua. Shannon wished to be cremated and arrangements are being made at 
Prugh Funeral Home in Burlington, Iowa.&nbsp; There will be no service at 
this time but a private celebration of life may be held at a later date.
 No memorials or flowers are being requested but cards are appreciated.

Robert "Shannon" Stump

Kurt Lane Kenley, 62, of Burlington, formerly of Nebraska, died Jan. 
10, 2022, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West 
Burlington. 
 Born May 5,1959, in Hebron, Neb., he was the son of Tucson and Judy Taylor Kenley. 
 He attended school until the 8th grade in Hebron, Nebraska and 
worked with his family raising and training Thoroughbred race horses.
 He married Ileata Cole on Oct. 5, 1990 in Hastings, Neb. Kurt worked for over 20 years for Wener Construction in Hastings 
before moving to Burlington in 2019. He is survived by his wife; three 
daughters, Shawna Volle of Twin Falls, Idaho, Kristal Kenley of 
Lincoln, Neb., and Re’ana Cole of Burlington; one son, Chad Cole of 
Burlington; nine grandchildren; one sister, Tondi Reinhart of Grand 
Island, Neb.; and one brother, Dick Kemling of 
Hastings, Neb. There will be no formal funeral services for Mr. Kenley; according 
to his wishes, cremation has been entrusted to the care of Lunning 
Chapel.
 In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial donations be made 
to the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice of West Burlington.

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2022/1/1641926118788.png" alt="Kurt Kenley" />
 <figcaption>Kurt Kenley</figcaption>
 </figure>Kurt Lane Kenley, 62, of Burlington, formerly of Nebraska, died Jan. 
10, 2022, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West 
Burlington. 
 Born May 5,1959, in Hebron, Neb., he was the son of Tucson and Judy Taylor Kenley. 
 He attended school until the 8th grade in Hebron, Nebraska and 
worked with his family raising and training Thoroughbred race horses.
 He married Ileata Cole on Oct. 5, 1990 in Hastings, Neb. Kurt worked for over 20 years for Wener Construction in Hastings 
before moving to Burlington in 2019. He is survived by his wife; three 
daughters, Shawna Volle of Twin Falls, Idaho, Kristal Kenley of 
Lincoln, Neb., and Re’ana Cole of Burlington; one son, Chad Cole of 
Burlington; nine grandchildren; one sister, Tondi Reinhart of Grand 
Island, Neb.; and one brother, Dick Kemling of 
Hastings, Neb. There will be no formal funeral services for Mr. Kenley; according 
to his wishes, cremation has been entrusted to the care of Lunning 
Chapel.
 In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial donations be made 
to the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice of West Burlington.

Kurt Kenley

Gerry E. Fesler, 79, of Burlington, died Thursday, Jan. 6, 2022, at 
the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington.
 Born April 30, 1942, in Galesburg, he was the son of Chauncey and Elma Faye Davis Fesler. 
 Gerry was a graduate of Eureka College in Eureka, Ill. where he 
majored in business and English and minored in geology. He was of the 
Methodist faith.
 On May 27, 1983, Gerry married Suzanne Carol Feken in Galesburg, Ill.
 He started his career in Wyoming, Ill., opening and operating Fesler 
Ford. In the early 70s, he and his brother moved to Galesburg and owned 
and operated Fesler Oldsmobile, Honda and Volvo. In 1986 an opportunity 
arose to move to Fairfield to own Fesler Chevrolet-Olds and then going 
on to build Felser Auto Mall in Fairfield. 
He also owned and was involved in farming operations. Survivors include his wife; daughter, Nicole Roope of Perrysburg, Ohio; brother, Michael Fesler of Danville; sister, Judy Knox of
 Glennwood City, Wis.; and one granddaughter. According to his wishes, cremation has been accorded and entrusted to Lunning Chapel. There will be no services.
 A memorial has been established in Gerry’s memory for Southeast Iowa
 Regional Hospice House, 1306 Washington Rd., West Burlington, IA 52655.

<figure>
 <img src="https://d2eftiauov6o73.cloudfront.net/public/2022/1/1641925791342.png" alt="Gerry Fesler" />
 <figcaption>Gerry Fesler</figcaption>
 </figure>Gerry E. Fesler, 79, of Burlington, died Thursday, Jan. 6, 2022, at 
the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington.
 Born April 30, 1942, in Galesburg, he was the son of Chauncey and Elma Faye Davis Fesler. 
 Gerry was a graduate of Eureka College in Eureka, Ill. where he 
majored in business and English and minored in geology. He was of the 
Methodist faith.
 On May 27, 1983, Gerry married Suzanne Carol Feken in Galesburg, Ill.
 He started his career in Wyoming, Ill., opening and operating Fesler 
Ford. In the early 70s, he and his brother moved to Galesburg and owned 
and operated Fesler Oldsmobile, Honda and Volvo. In 1986 an opportunity 
arose to move to Fairfield to own Fesler Chevrolet-Olds and then going 
on to build Felser Auto Mall in Fairfield. 
He also owned and was involved in farming operations. Survivors include his wife; daughter, Nicole Roope of Perrysburg, Ohio; brother, Michael Fesler of Danville; sister, Judy Knox of
 Glennwood City, Wis.; and one granddaughter. According to his wishes, cremation has been accorded and entrusted to Lunning Chapel. There will be no services.
 A memorial has been established in Gerry’s memory for Southeast Iowa
 Regional Hospice House, 1306 Washington Rd., West Burlington, IA 52655.

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