Cassandra Malloy

1944-2026

Cassandra Malloy, 82 of Keokuk, IA passed away Saturday, May 30, 2026 at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL.

     She was born January 18, 1944 in Keokuk, IA the daughter of Floyd Leo and Wahneta Mae Thompson Link.  Cassandra graduated from Keokuk High School.

     On December 27, 1975 Cassandra was united in marriage to Richard Malloy at Trinity United Methodist Church in Keokuk. Together they shared many happy years of marriage until Richard's passing on February 9, 2026.

   Cassandra had been employed by Sheaffer Pen in Ft. Madison, IA for over thirty years, until her retirement on April 1, 2006.

     She was a member of the Keokuk Saddle Club and had a lifelong love of horses. Cassandra found joy in the simple pleasures of life and was happiest when spending time outdoors. She enjoyed watching birds, especially hummingbirds, her miniature ponies and horses.  One of her favorite pastimes was scooting around the farm in her golf cart, visiting with friends, and keeping up with everything happening in the community. Her daily conversations with her dear friends Lois, Kim, and Becky were a cherished part of her routine.   Cassandra and Richard enjoyed spending time together searching for hidden treasures. They looked forward to annual trips along the Spoon River Drive, where they enjoyed visiting vendors and discovering unique finds. The couple also shared a love of attending auctions and antiquing, always hoping to uncover a special treasure to add to their collection. More than anything, Cassandra loved her family. She treasured time spent with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and took great pride in watching her family grow through the generations.

     She is survived by one daughter, Leslie Teeters of Keokuk and three grandsons, Quinton Banes, Marcus Banes and Ryan Banes and four great-grandchildren, Madison Mae Banes, Leightyn Marie Banes, Halleigh Dean Banes and Brynlee Mae Banes and a bonus great-granddaughters, Allison and Tranetta “T-One”.

     In addition to her husband, she was also preceded in death by her parents and one daughter, Lori Ann and her lifelong friend and horse riding partner, Sherry Nan Kirchner.

     A gathering of remembrance will be held from 5-7 p.m., Thursday at the Vigen Memorial Home in Keokuk with family meeting with friends at that time.

     Memorials may be made to the family.

     Online condolences may be made to the family at www.vigenmemorialhome.com