Richard “Rich” Ernest Behrens passed away on October 1, 2025, surrounded by family members. Born November 16, 1941, he was raised by his grandparents, Ernest and Augusta Behrens, on the family farm outside Clarence. He grew up with a love of sports and spent his high-school years playing ...
Jean Audrey Beenken (Koestler), 95, of Buckingham, IA finished her earthly work and went home to be with God on September 23, 2025. Born on August 27, 1930, in Ledyard, IA, Jean grew up on a farm with her parents Everyl and Bernice Koestler and nine brothers and sisters. Jean graduated ...
Kaitlyn Louise Cross, 17, of Traer, Iowa, passed away on October 1, 2025. Born on April 28, 2008, at MercyOne in Waterloo, Iowa, she was the cherished daughter of Jeff and Reianna Cross. Kaitlyn’s vibrant spirit shined brightly throughout her life. She embraced many passions, including ...
Anne M. Ramsdell, 83, of Toledo, Iowa, passed away Friday, October 3, 2025 at Westbrook Acres in Gladbrook. Funeral Mass for Anne will take place on Friday, October 24, 2025 at 11:00 A.M. at St. Francis of Assisi Parish – St. Mary Catholic Church. A visitation will take place the night ...
Twylia Chizek was born September 4, 1947, in Vinton, Iowa, the daughter of Harold and Thelma (Schaefer) Stein. She graduated from Dysart High School and attended school in Milwaukee to become a Dental Assistant. Twylia was married to Duane Chizek on November 22, 1969, at St. Paul’s Catholic ...
Mary Ann Thierer age 66 of Nashua, died unexpectedly Monday, September 8, 2025, at her home. She was known for her joyful storytelling, infectious laughter and warm presence. Born on April 4, 1959, to Earl and Lucille (Parker) Thierer in Waterloo, Iowa, Mary Ann was a graduate of North Tama ...
TOLEDO-Dennis Allan Dostal, 70, of Toledo, passed away Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at the Grundy County Memorial Hospital in Grundy Center. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at 11:00 AM at the Tama Ballroom, 1411 E 5th St., Tama. Visitation will be held Monday, September ...
Kelly Morrison (December 9, 1954 - August 30, 2025) Kelly Lee Morrison was born on December 9, 1954, in Waterloo, Iowa, the daughter of Dale and Alma (Cufr) Morrison. After graduating from North Tama in Traer in 1973, Kelly went to ISU in Ames and graduated with a BS degree in Home Economics ...
John Allen Pippert was born on the family farm, where he lived his entire life, in Dysart, on June 24, 1951, the son of Walter and Cinderella (Sell) Pippert. John married Donna Hutson on July 27, 1969, to which they had three children. Later, he married Tina Papadakes on June 24, 1999, at the ...
CLUTIER-Eileen Hora, 94, of Clutier, passed away Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at Sunrise Hill Care Center in Traer. A Memorial Mass will be held Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 10:30 AM at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Chelsea. There will be a Rosary recited prior to the Mass at 10:00 AM. ...