Dawn Marie Newman
May 20, 2025
Marengo- Dawn Marie Newman was born September 26, 1964, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, the daughter of Rose Mary (Andrlik) Rosdail. She graduated from Prairie High School in 1982. She grew up in Fairfax, moved to Belle Plaine and most recently Marengo. Dawn was united in marriage to Dennis Newman and to this union they were blessed with two sons, Lucas...
Daniel McCarthy
May 19, 2025
Daniel McCarthy, age 75, of Keota, formerly of Iowa City, died Monday, May 19, 2025, at the Keota Health Care Center. His body will be cremated and no services are planned at this time.
Powell Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Sigourney is caring for Daniel and his family.
Leona Anna Marie Danker
May 19, 2025
Marengo- Leona Anna Marie Danker was born March 25, 1933, in Van Horne, Iowa, the daughter of Hans and Lena (Hessenius) Petersen. She graduated from Van Horne High School in 1951. Leona was united in marriage to John H. Danker on November 27, 1955, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Newhall, Iowa. She worked as a bookkeeper for Joyce Lumber...
Francis A. Redlinger
May 18, 2025
Marengo- Francis A. Redlinger was born April 2,1932, in Harper, Iowa, the son of Michael and Margaret (Sondag) Redlinger. He graduated from St. Elizabeth Catholic School in 1949. Francis join the United States Army in 1953 and served in the Korean war; Francis received his honorable discharge in 1955. Francis was united in marriage to Patricia North on February 20,...
Sandra L. McGrath
May 16, 2025
Amana – Sandra (Sandy) McGrath was born a beautiful, eastern Iowan hard worker as Sandra Lee Etten on July 28, 1949, at John McDonald Hospital in Monticello, Iowa, the daughter of Marvin and Betty (Brignac) Etten. Soon after Sandy's arrival Marv and Betty began building a new house in Fairfax, Iowa. As a new family, they lived in the basement...
Beverly Kay Gillaspie
May 14, 2025
Williamsburg- Beverly Kay Gillaspie was born September 22, 1945, in Davis County, Iowa the daughter of Raymond Charles & Delpha LaVelma (Horn) Spurgeon. She graduated from Davis County High School in 1963. Beverly was united in marriage to John Earl Gillaspie in Davis County, Iowa on April 27, 1963. Over the years, she lived in Davis County, Iowa; Kirksville, Missouri;...
Sarah Jane Gingerich
May 13, 2025
Sarah Jane Gingerich, 87, died Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at her home in rural Riverside.
Jane was born September 19, 1937, in Washington County, Iowa, the daughter of Emmanuel and Magdalena (Miller) Swartzendruber. She graduated from IMS in 1956, and attended courses to become a C.N.A. On August 17, 1959, Sarah was united in marriage to Mahlon Joseph Gingerich at Sharon...
Douglas Stites
May 11, 2025
In Loving Memory of Douglas J. Stites
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Douglas J. Stites. He was a beloved husband, devoted father, cherished grandfather, and loyal friend. Doug left us peacefully on Sunday, May 11th, 2025 at the age of 87.
Doug was a man of quiet strength and unwavering love. A hardworking provider, he lived...
Marsha White
May 11, 2025
Marsha Sue White was born on December 1, 1952, in Williamsburg, Iowa, the daughter of George and Rita (Costello) Stahl.
Marsha graduated from Williamsburg High School in 1971. She was active in school activities, part of the homecoming court, and marching band. Marsha’s senior year she proudly led the marching band as the majorette and was excited to twirl her flaming...
Delores Ann Klever
May 11, 2025
Williamsburg- Delores Ann Klever was born October 9, 1930, on a farm in Iowa County, Iowa, the daughter of Anton Herman and Hilda (Wille) Glandorf. She attended rural school near Williamsburg. On September 9, 1952, Delores was united in marriage to Louis John Klever at Immanuel Lutheran Church, near Williamsburg. She cleaned houses for many years. Delores was a member...
Barbara Ann Hoehnle
May 10, 2025
Barbara Selzer Hoehnle was born on March 15, 1947, at Mercy Hospital Cedar Rapids, The daughter of Arthur and Marie Selzer. She attended the Amana Schools, graduating in 1965. She graduated from Coe College in 1969. She was a junior high librarian in Walcott, Iowa for two years. Barbara was united in marriage to Charles L. Hoehnle on November 17,...
Jameson R. Lammer
May 8, 2025
Jameson R. Lammer, 29, of Marion, died Thursday, May 8, 2025.
Jameson was born September 21, 1995, in Iowa City, the son of Kevin and Lisa (Yoder) Lammer. He was baptized at the West Union Mennonite Church. He graduated from IMS in 2014, and continued his education at UNI, earning a bachelor’s degree in psychology. Jameson’s kind heart led him to...
Doris Marie Hahn
May 6, 2025
Doris Marie Hahn, 83, of Middle Amana, passed away in her home on May 6th, 2025.
Doris was born on June 14th, 1941, in Louisville, Kentucky to August and Madge Harden Koch. She married Jack Hahn on September 3rd, 1960, in the Amana Church, in a ceremony officiated by Jack’s father, Carl F. Hahn. She and Jack ran the Hahn Bakery...
James (Jim) Slockett
May 3, 2025
Marengo-James (Jim) Frederick Slockett, 82, longtime Iowa County Sheriff “48-1” died Saturday, May 3rd, 2025.Jim was born in Iowa City on November 16, 1942, the son of Fred & Charlotte (Bidwell) Slockett. Growing up in Wellman, Iowa, he attended schools there and graduated from Mid Prairie High School in 1961 and then went on to run track at Northeast Missouri...
Garwood Mayer
May 3, 2025
Williamsburg-Garwood Ray Mayer was born October 8, 1941, in Carrington, North Dakota. He was the son of Carl and Doris (Knodel) Mayer. Gar graduated from Redwood Falls High School in 1959, received his BA from Westmar College in 1963,and later, his masters of education from Northeast Missouri State in Kirksville, MO. Gar was united in marriage to Patricia Polich on...
Ivan W. Portwood Sr.
Apr 30, 2025
Oxford-Ivan William Portwood, Sr. was born on July 21, 1934, at his home in Oxford, the son of James and Lena (Kopf) Portwood. Ivan joined the U.S. Navy in 1952 and proudly served until 1956. He was united in marriage to Claudia Faye Haman. They had four children, but later divorced. Ivan has lived in the Oxford area his entire...
Rita Stahl
Apr 30, 2025
Williamsburg-Rita Winifred Stahl was born July 29, 1933, in Millersburg, Iowa. The daughter of Myles and Blanche (Roggentine) Costello. She graduated from Millersburg High School. Rita was united in marriage to George Elmer Stahl on February 16, 1952, in Millersburg. They were blessed with eight children. Rita owned and operated the Raider Drive Inn for 26 years. She was a...
Marlin "Marlie" Greiner
Apr 28, 2025
KEOTA-Marlin (Marlie) Albert Greiner, 79, passed away on April 28th, 2025. A steward of unwavering faith, a dedicated farmer, and a man whose generosity knew no bounds, Marlie lived his life in service to others.
Marlie was born on October 11, 1945, in Washington, IA to Leonard and Mary (Woerdeman) Greiner. He graduated from Keota High School in 1963 and enlisted...
Treva Kay Middlekauff
Apr 24, 2025
Cedar Rapids-Treva Kay Middlekauff was born February 15, 1940, near North English, Iowa. The daughter of Raymond and Dorothy (Snare) Cobb. She attended school in Kinross, later graduating from North English High School. Treva was united in marriage to Marvin Middlekauff on February 26, 1961 at the Kinross Christian Church. They have lived in Cedar Rapids all their married life....
John Edward O'Rourke
Apr 22, 2025
John Edward O’Rourke, 79, of North English, Iowa, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family on April 22, 2025.
John was born on March 31, 1946, the son of Leo and Theresa (Agnew) O’Rourke. He graduated from English Valleys High School in 1964 and spent his life rooted in the community he loved. On February 1, 1969, John was...


