OBITUARIES

Nov 2, 2022

KESWICK-Helen Marie Mercer, 97, of Keswick, passed away peacefully in her sleep at 9:40pm on November 2, 2022 at the Keokuk County Health Center in Sigourney.

She was born on June 12, 1925 in Fairfield, IA, to Fred and Ruth Fulton Oliver. Helen Marie married Gerald Mercer on June 16, 1946 at Packwood Methodist Church. He preceded her in death...

Oct 31, 2022

Kalona-Leslie David Hostetler was born December 16, 1928, in rural Johnson County, Iowa.  The son of Alvin J. and Ida (Miller) Hostetler.  He attended Snake Hollow School.  Leslie was united in marriage to Emma Helmuth on October 8, 1950 at the Fairview Conservative Church near Kalona.  Leslie lived his entire life in the Kalona community and was a lifelong farmer....

Oct 29, 2022

 

Jason G. Hillman, 51, of Essex, Iowa entered into eternal rest on Saturday October 29, 2022 at his home in Essex at the age of 51 years, 9 months, and 10 days.

Jason Gregory Hillman was born January 19, 1971 in Fairfield, Iowa the son of David Michael and Genevera Marlene Hillman. Jason spent most of his life in...

Oct 29, 2022

Ray J. Goldammer, age 91, of Marengo, passed away, Saturday, October 29, 2022 at Rose Haven Nursing Home, Marengo, where he had been a resident for three years. Funeral service: 11:00 a.m., Saturday, November 5, 2022, at Kloster Funeral Home, Marengo, with Rev. Diane Vorhies officiating. Visitation: 10:00 a.m., until service time at 11:00 a.m., at Kloster Funeral Home,...

Oct 28, 2022

 

 

Iowa City - Matthew Craig Stutzman passed away on October 28, 2022 at the age of 38 in Iowa City, Iowa.

Matt was born May 24, 1984 in Iowa City, the son of Robert and Melanie (Jehle) Stutzman and grew up on their farm outside of Wellman.  He graduated from Mid-Prairie High School in 2002, where he was...

Oct 28, 2022

Patricia Ann Hilligas, age 82, of Brooklyn, Iowa, passed away Friday, October 28, 2022 at Brooklyn Community Estate, Brooklyn, Iowa.

Patricia Ann Hilligas was born November 4, 1939, eldest child of Wilbur E. and Wilma E. Branson Lindner. Patricia graduated from the Summitville School in Lee County Iowa in 1954. In 1957 she graduated from Keokuk High...

Oct 27, 2022

Beverly B. Bader, age 95, of Hiawatha formerly of Cedar Rapids, passed away Thursday, October 27, 2022, at the Hiawatha Care Center. Funeral service: 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, November 1, 2022, at Zion Lutheran Church, Hiawatha with Rev. Dr. Dean Rothchild officiating. Burial will be at 2:00 p.m., at the Marengo Cemetery, Marengo. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m., until...

Oct 25, 2022

 

    Gary Leon Norenberg (Bugs), 79, of McHenry, MS, passed away on October 25, 2022 at his home in McHenry, Mississippi.    Gary was born July 11, 1943, in Keota, Iowa, to Isaac and Grace Norenberg.  He graduated from Keota Community High School in May 1961. Gary enlisted in the United States Air Force in February 1962. He...

Oct 24, 2022

Vesta Ann Mast was born December 17, 1936, in Kalona, Iowa, the daughter of Chester and Emma (Kauffman) Yoder. She was baptized in her youth and was a member of the Old Order Amish Church and remained faithful until her death. Vesta passed away peacefully at her home after a period of declining health, at the age of 85 years,...

Oct 23, 2022

Dwane William Chalupa was born January 20, 1945 to Raymond and Velda (Duwa) Chalupa. He died peacefully at home following a short battle with cancer. As he requested, he will be cremated and there will be no services.

From his children: Our Dad loved people and loved to have a good time. Everyone around the local tavern knew who Dwane...

Oct 22, 2022

 

Richard Eugene (Gene) Scott, 86, went to be with his Savior on Saturday, October 22, 2022 in Wellman, Iowa with his loving family by his side. 

Gene was born September 11, 1936 in Iowa City, Iowa, the son of Richard O. and Jannette (Wade) Scott. He graduated from Wellman High School in 1955. He was united in marriage to...

Oct 18, 2022

Williamsburg-Mary Jean Leichsenring, 91, passed away on Tuesday, October 18, at the Highland Ridge Care Center in Williamsburg. Visitation will be 3:30-5:30 Sunday, October 23, at Powell Funeral Home in Williamsburg. Graveside services will be 11:00 Monday, Oct 24, at the Sorden Cemetery near Webster.

Mary Jean was born June 15, 1931, in Webster, Iowa, the daughter of Philo and...

Oct 18, 2022

Wayne R. Walters, age 88, of Williamsburg, passed away Tuesday, October 18, 2022, at Highland Ridge Care Center, Williamsburg. Funeral service: 10:30 a.m., Saturday, October 22, 2022, at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Williamsburg, with Rev. Thomas Ogilvie officiating. Visitation: 9:00 a.m., until 10:30 a.m. service time, Saturday, October 22, 2022, at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Williamsburg. Interment will be...

Oct 14, 2022

Kenneth L. Gates, age 82, of Marshalltown, formerly of Blairstown, passed away Friday October 14, 2022, at the Iowa Veterans Home in Marshalltown. Funeral service: 10:30 a.m., Friday, October 21, 2022, at Kloster Funeral Home, Marengo, with Rev. Tim Miller officiating. Burial with military honors conducted by the Marengo American Legion Post #76 and the U.S. Marines Honor Guard...

Oct 6, 2022

 

Williamsburg- Donald A. Mews was born March 3, 1935, in Williamsburg, Iowa, the son of Arthur and Edna (Maas) Mews.  He attended St. Paul’s School in Williamsburg and graduated from Conroy High School.  Donnie was united in marriage to Velma Martinson on June 5, 1954 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Williamsburg.  He farmed most of his life and...

Oct 6, 2022

Kalona - Joseph A. Beachy was born January 23, 1927, in rural Kalona, Iowa, the son of Ananias J. and Ella Mae (Shetler) Beachy. He attended Evergreen rural school. On August 31, 1950 he was united in marriage to Mary Miller in Partridge, Kansas. They moved to the Kalona area in 1957. Joe was an entrepreneur and owned Joes Appliance...

Oct 6, 2022

Floyd A. Doty, age 84, of Brooklyn, passed away Thursday, October 6, 2022, at Brooklyn Community Estate. Funeral service: 10:30 a.m., Thursday, October 13, 2022, at Kloster Funeral Home, Brooklyn with Rev. Joe Geomaat officiating. Burial will be­­ at the Brooklyn Memorial Cemetery, Brooklyn. Visitation: 4 to 7 p.m., Wednesday, October 12, 2022, at Kloster Funeral Home, Brooklyn. A...

Oct 3, 2022

Evelyn Bolger, age 97, of Marengo, passed away October 3, 2022 peacefully at Rose Haven Nursing Home, surrounded by love from her family. Kloster Funeral Home, Marengo is assisting the family with arrangements.

Evelyn was born December 22, 1924 at home in Ladora, Iowa. She married Wayne Bolger on October 16, 1945. They farmed north of Marengo...

Oct 2, 2022

Thomas L. Davidson, age 82, of Marengo, passed away Sunday, October 2, 2022 at Brooklyn Community Estate, Brooklyn. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, October 12, 2022 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, Marengo, with Father David Wilkening officiating. Family will receive friends from 4 to 7 p.m., Tuesday, October 11, 2022 at Kloster Funeral...

Sep 28, 2022

 

Williamsburg- Theodore Howard Ford II was born July 31, 1938, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, the son of Theodore Howard & Esther (Schaefer) Ford I. In his youth, he loved playing baseball as a catcher. After graduating high school, Ted joined the US Marines Corps, and served in the Vietnam War. After his discharge he worked as a masonry contractor...