Dewey R. McLerran, 92, of Donnellson, died at 4:55 a.m. Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at the Van Buren County Hospital in Keosauqua.
He was born on Oct. 12, 1932, in Harper, Miss., the son of Cull B. and Myrtle Harper McLerran. On Dec. 28, 1951, he married Lois E. Hahn in Richland, Iowa. She preceded him in death on April 2, 2000.
He is survived by his daughter: Jeanne (Pat) Doyle of Donnellson, Iowa; two sons: Scott McLerran of Stuart, Florida, Michael (Mary) McLerran of New London, Iowa; grandchildren: Andy McLerran, Ryan McLerran, Zachary (Chance Morgan) Doyle and Evan (Kenzie Northup) Doyle. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife: Lois; siblings: Inez Corbin, Ivan McLerran, Ira McLerran, Clester McLerran and Carolena Anderson.
Dewey served in the United States Army during the Korean War. He worked at Contel Telephone for thirty-six years, where he held a manager position. He also was a lawn mower and bicycle mechanic. Dewey was a member of the Donnellson City Council and served as Mayor for many years. He was also a member of the Donnellson Lion’s Club and was an avid Kansas City Chiefs and Royals fan. Dewey especially loved spending time with his family and grandchildren.
A private graveside service will be held Saturday, April 19, 2025, at Evangelical Cemetery in Donnellson with a flag presentation by the Donnellson American Legion.
Family and friends are invited to a celebration of life to be held from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 19, 2025, at the Lee County Fairgrounds Learning Center.
A memorial has been established in his memory for PAW Animal Shelter in honor of his dog “Princess”.
Schmitz Funeral Home of Donnellson is assisting the family with arrangements.