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WCAZ Obituary News Archives for 2020-07

Irene M Murphy

Irene M Murphy, 90, died Sunday, July 26, 2020 at Carthage Memorial Hospital with her eldest daughter at her side.

She was born March 13, 1930 in Joliet IL to Louis and Catherine Svircek Branchaw and graduated Joliet Central High School in 1948. She married John (Bill) William Arnold in 1952 in Joliet and the couple lived close by in Lockport. Bill lived in Carthage IL as child and continued to spend summers here after his family moved to Joliet. He died in a job-related accident in 1954. They had two children.

Irene married Myles B Murphy in 1958 and they built a home north of Carthage where Myles was a lifelong resident. Irene and Myles had seven children and raised the clan of nine - working and playing on the farm. The couple loved being Blueboy Boosters, 4H leaders, and later, snowbirds in Florida. Both devote Catholics, they attended and supported the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Carthage. Myles died in 2003.

She was an active member of the Catholic Women’s Club and an Oblate of St Benedict. In the late 1970’s she became a licensed real estate broker in Illinois, Iowa, and Missouri enjoying that line of work for 20 years.

When Irene wasn’t busy caring for others, she loved swimming, soaking up the sun, and creating. As a young woman, she was a haberdasher for her family and friends. At the sewing machine she created homecoming skirts, leisure suites, bridesmaid dresses, and once, faux leopard skin swimsuits for the kids. Throughout her life was an avid baker. And she painted - much of her work hangs in her home, the family cabin, and one at Carthage Memorial Hospital.

She is survived by her children, Dr. John Arnold (Jean) of Bushnell IL, Kathleen Arnold Sallee (Dan) of Aledo IL, Michael Murphy (JoAnn Peri) of Redding CT, Timothy Murphy (Deanne Warner) of Carthage IL, Myles Martin Murphy (Linda) of St Louis MO, Patrick Murphy of Carthage IL, Margaret Murphy Barnum (Patrick) of Lake Stevens WA, Louis Murphy (Kate) of Chandler AZ, and Irene E Murphy of St Louis MO

her grandchildren, Jill Arnold (Matt Penniman), Bridget Arnold Gilbertson (Travis), Annie Sallee Monson (Ryan), Robert Sallee, Meghan Murphy Budds, Brianna Murphy, Liam Murphy, Mitch Murphy (Dr BreeAnna Murphy), Cameron Murphy, Rachel Murphy, Sarah Murphy, Teagan Barnum

her great grandchildren, Vivian and Cecilia Penniman, Connor and Owen Gilbertson, Myles Monson, Finley and Lucy Budds, Ivy and Reed Murphy

two of her siblings,Elizabeth Goodwin of New Lenox IL and Delores Powers (Charles) of Palm Harbor FL.

Four siblings precede her in death, Cecilia Salisbury of Joliet IL, Edward Branchaw of New Lenox IL, Bernadine Branchaw of Kalamazoo MI.

 

A private family Mass will be celebrated.  Printy Funeral Home of Carthage is in charge of arrangements.

Thomas B. "Tom" Martin

Thomas B. “Tom” Martin, 67, of Hamilton, passed away at his home Friday afternoon, July 24, 2020 in Hamilton.

 

Tom was born March 26, 1953, in Bridgeton, New Jersy.  His mother was Bessie Burdsall.  On September 3, 2011, he was united in marriage to Elizabeth “Beth” Cluney in Bushnell, Illinois.  He worked in construction.

 

Tom is survived by his wife, Beth, of Hamilton; two sons, Thomas Burdsall and Brian (Dottie) Burdsall both of Maryland; two daughters, Amber (Jimmy) Mathews of Hamilton and Tiffany (Caleb) Smith of Macomb; sixteen grandchildren; four siblings, Debbie Echelberger of Florida, Brian Lewis of Colorado, Dawn Colman of Florida and Chuck Lewis of Delaware.

 

He was preceded in death by his mother; a brother, Wayne; and a grandson, T.J. Burdsall.

 

Private family services will be held.  Memorials may be directed to the family of Thomas Martin.  Printy Funeral Home of Hamilton is in charge of arrangements.

Ray Thomas "Tom" Dickson, II

Ray Thomas “Tom” Dickson, II

1936-2020

 

     Ray Thomas “Tom” Dickson, II, 83 of Keokuk, IA Monday, died July 20, 2020 at River Hills Village in Keokuk, IA.

     He was born September 27, 1936 in Keokuk, IA the son of Ray Thomas and Virginia Lawrence Dickson. 

     Tom graduated from Keokuk High School with the Class of 1955.

     He was first united in marriage to Mary Schweer on April 16, 1961.  They later divorced.  She preceded him in death on August 20, 2017.  On June 28, 1975 Tom was united in marriage to Susan Cheek in Clarence, MO. She survives.

      Other survivors include one son, Ray T. Dickson, III of Keokuk, three grandchildren, Amanda (Michael) Pulliam of Springfield, MO, Ray Thomas (Tommy) Dickson, IV Forquer and Sheena Hancock both of Keokuk, and six great-grandchildren, Michael, Grace, Larry, Addison, Isabella and Rae Lynn.

     He was preceded in death by his father, Ray T. Dickson, mother, Virginia Dickson Hawkins and step-father, W.G. Hawkins.

     Tom had been employed in his younger years as a projectionist at Plaza Cinema and Frisina Theaters.  He later had been employed by Vrandenberg Enterprises, Irv Lindner at the Keokuk Airport, as a tool master at Seither and Cherry and as an electrician at F.A. Dunn and Max Gorham. Tom was a sound and lights operator for Hendrick Sound in Fairfield, IA for many fairs and country music shows in the southern Iowa area.  He was the stage manager at the Grand Theater for many years.  Tom helped on the minstrial shows and met Snookie Pryor. He was also a founding electrician for the City of Christmas in Keokuk and had worked on the Lock and Dam #19 in 1955. Tom provided the electrical power for the 1st Dam Festival.   He had also worked for D & K Inc. doing sound and lights at the Nauvoo Grape Festival, several dance recitals and for the Civic Music Association. He was the owner and operator of Dickson Electric for over fifty years.  

     Tom was a member of Rollin on the River, City of Christmas and the Keokuk Kiwanis.  He had also been past president of the Eagles Club and the Hickory Grove Cemetery and School Association. 

     He loved going down to the river and also drinking coffee with his coffee group.  He never met a stranger and was always there for his family.  

     A Gathering of Remembrance will be held for family and friends from 2-4 p.m., Saturday, August 1, 2020 at the Vigen Memorial Home in Keokuk, IA.  Burial will be in the Hickory Grove Cemetery in rural Keokuk. Social distancing requirements will be in place and attendees may be limited according to those requirements.  Masks are strongly encouraged.  

     Memorials may be made to Rollin on the River scholarship fund at P.O. Box 1391, Keokuk, IA or Hickory Grove Cemetery.   

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

Esther Elizabeth Gray

Esther Elizabeth Gray

1936 – 2020

 

     Esther Elizabeth Gray, 83 of Keokuk died Friday, July 24, 2020 at Anberry Transitional Care in Merced, CA.

     She was born December 10, 1936 the daughter of John Edward and Sylvia Nessal Harris.  On February 14, 1982 she was united in marriage to Victor Wayne Gray in Ft. Madison.  He survives. 

     She is also survived by her children, John Finch, Brenda Hines, and Steve Mason all of Keokuk, her step children, Troy Gray, DeWayne Gray and Tonya Smith, twenty-five grandchildren and numerous great and great great grandchildren and one sister, Doris Lee of Atwater, CA

     She was preceded in death by her parents, two sons, Kenneth Finch and Harry Finch, one daughter, Jacqueline Hines, three sisters, Gertrude Manganello, Dixie Varner and Carol Conn.

     Esther attended Calvary Baptist Church in Keokuk.  

     Esther dedicated herself to her family, making their house a home and in later years making sure each grandchild and great-grandchild felt special. Esther loved to travel and never missed an opportunity to take off on an adventure with her husband.  Gardening was her passion and planted and grew many flowers over the years.

     According to her wishes there will be no visitation or services.

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

Mary Catherine Grauf

Mary Catherine Grauf, 89, of Elvaston, passed away Tuesday evening, July 21, 2020 at 7:20 P.M. at River Hills Village in Keokuk.

 

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, August 1, 2020, at the First Baptist Church in Carthage with burial to follow in the Elvaston Cemetery.  Visitation will be held from 3:00 – 7:00 P.M. Friday evening with family meeting friends from 5:00 – 7:00 P.M.  Memorials may be directed to First Baptist Church in Carthage.  Printy Funeral Home of Carthage is in charge of arrangements.

Louis Wayne Bolton

Louis Wayne Bolton, 84, of Carthage, passed away at 7:40 P.M. Friday, July 24, 2020, at Blessing Hospital in Quincy.

 

Wayne was born November 27, 1935, the son of Louis Martin and Doyle Bernice (Nichols) Bolton in Keokuk, Iowa.  He attended Hamilton High School graduating in 1953.  He was a member of the Army Reserves.  He loved roller skating and met his wife Judy at the Crystal Ball Roller Rink in Carthage.  On March 4, 1962, he was united in marriage to Judith Kay Hoing at the Mt. Pleasant Christian Church.  He was a member of the Ferris Christian Church and a life-long farmer.  

 

Wayne is survived by Debbie Lionberger of Dallas City, Mary Jo (Al) Frakes of Carthage and Jim (Mary) Bolton of Carthage; grandchildren, Kaylyn Lionberger, Kevin Lionberger, Kristian Lionberger, Dr. Mark (Hayley) Frakes, Sara (Joe) Reinhardt, Emily (Dustin) Shinkle, Samantha Bolton and Lisa Bolton; and Charlie his cat.

 

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Judy, in 2013; a granddaughter, Katie Frakes; a grandson, Kollin Lionberger; and a son-in-law, Ed Lionberger.

 

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, July 29, 2020, at Oak Grove Cemetery north of Hamilton.  Memorials may be directed to American Heart Association or Hearts of Hancock Humane Shelter.  Printy Funeral Home of Carthage is in charge of arrangements.

Charlotte Ann Symmonds

Charlotte Ann Symmonds, 86, of Basco, passed away at 3:30 AM Sunday morning, July 19, 2020, at the Silver Maple Care Center in Carthage.   

 

Charlotte was born May 27, 1934, the daughter of Marvin and Lena (Clark) Schafer in Keokuk, Iowa.  She graduated from Warsaw High School.  On November 21, 1952, she was united in marriage to Norman Jack Symmonds in Keokuk, Iowa.    Charlotte had worked at Dryde Manufacturing, later Shellor-Globe, in Keokuk for many years and had also been a cook and waitress at The Office in Basco.  Charlotte enjoyed her cats, dog and going to casinos.  She also enjoyed collecting porcelain dolls.  She loved gardening and cooking and especially spending time with her grandchildren.  

 

Charlotte is survived by her children, Teresa (Farris) Brotherton of Arkansas, Steve (Susan) Symmonds of Macomb, Mike (Debbie) Symmonds of Basco and Cindy (Steve Woodworth) Boley of Daytona Beach, Florida; grandchildren, Kent (Kristen) Brotherton, Erik (Ana) Brotherton, Michael (Monica) Brotherton, Chadrick (Kim) Brotherton, Sarah Bryer, Shelly Symmonds, Shannon (Brett) Foglesong, Trista (Dan) Denning, Jennifer (Dustin) Roskamp, Nathan Symmonds, and Kyle and Kory Boley; thirty great grandchildren; four great great grandchildren; and a brother, Robert “Whitey” (Sharon) Shafer of Sutter.

 

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Jack, in 2006; and a brother, Marvin Shafer, Jr.

 

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Monday morning, July 27, 2020, at Printy Home in Warsaw with burial to follow in Oakland Cemetery in Warsaw.  Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM until time of services at 11:00 at the funeral home.  Printy Funeral Home of Warsaw is in charge of arrangements.

Norma F. Quesenberry

Norma F. Quesenberry, 86, of Carthage, passed away at 11:13 PM Monday night, July 20, 2020, at Memorial Hospital in Springfield, Illinois.

 

Norma was born June 13, 1934, the daughter of Frank and Nancy (Seigfreid) Brown in Niota, Illinois.  On February 4, 1962, she was united in marriage to Marvin D. Quesenberry in Pontoosuc, Illinois.  He preceded her in death in 2001.  She had worked as a cook for Memorial Hospital in Carthage for over 20 years.  Norma enjoyed hanging her clothes outside to dry and also gardening and canning.  She loved taking care of her grandchildren.  

 

Norma is survived by her children, Duane Quesenberry of Carthage, Calvin (Jenny) Quesenberry of Carthage, Larry Quesenberry of Macomb and Sharon (Lyle) Page of Montrose, Iowa; grandchildren, Amanda (Kelly) Osborne, Travis Page and Madison Quesenberry, Bryor Quesenbery and Ryan Quesenberry; one great grandchild due in September; and a sister, Mary Black of Burnside.

 

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Marvin; three sisters, Eileen, Myrtle and Hazel; and a brother, Lee.

 

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Friday morning, July 24, 2020 at Printy Funeral Home in Carthage with burial to follow in Moss Ridge Cemetery in Carthage.  Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM until time of services at 11:00 at Printy Funeral Home in Carthage.  Social distancing and masks are appreciated.  A memorial fund has been established.  Printy Funeral Home of Carthage is in charge of arrangements

Kenneth L. Moore

Kenneth L. Moore, 78, of Carthage, passed away at Red Maple Care Center in Carthage, Friday, July 17, 2020 at 10:35 AM.

 

Kenneth was born August 1, 1941, the son of Mervin Lee and Berdean (McMillan) Moore at their home in Colchester.  He attended Colchester Schools and in 1962 joined the United States Army.  He was stationed in Germany.  He received his Honorable Discharge in 1965 as a Specialist 4.  On May 26, 1962 he was united in marriage to Patricia Winters in Augusta, Illinois.  Kenneth worked as a prison guard for over 20 years at the Ft. Madison, Iowa penitentiary.   He retired in 2004 to take care of his wife after a debilitating stroke.  He was a devoted caretaker.  She preceded him in death in 2017.  Kenneth was a member of the NRA and Hancock County Gun Club and enjoyed woodworking.

 

Kenneth is survived by two sisters, Kathryn Stewart of Plymouth and Berneta “Tudy” (Wendell) Roberts of Smithfield, Illinois; a brother-in-law, Jerry (Margaret) Winters of Colchester and a sister-in-law, Linda (Eldon) McKinley; his Goddaughter, Debra (Shawn) Fuget and Great Goddaughter Kendra Fuget, both of Ft. Madison; also numerous nieces and nephews.

 

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Patricia; and a brother-in-law, Larry Winters.

 

Graveside services will be held at St. Mary’s Cemetery in St. Mary at a later date.  In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to Maple Grove Memory Care Center or Blessing Hospice.  Printy Funeral Home of Carthage is in charge of arrangements.

William Delbert Real

William Delbert Real

1931-2020

 

     William Delbert Real, 89 of Keokuk, IA died Monday, July 20, 2020 at his home.

     He was born January 24, 1931 in Keokuk, IA the son of Joseph Edward and Elizabeth Rose Real.  On December 23, 1948 he was united in marriage to Mary Elizabeth (Harrison) Real in Keokuk.  She survives. 

     Other survivors include nine children, Wanda (Allan) Elliott of Biloxi, MS, William “Bill” (Kathy) Real of Brownsville, TX, L. Sue Kay of Keokuk, Mary (Kevin) Hageman of St. Louis, MO, Ruth (Steve) Block of Keokuk, Laura (Bill) Coppage of Denmark, IA, Rita (Joel) Harris of Dalton, GA, Nancy (Bill) Murrell of Muscogee, OK and Lisa (Tim) Stevens of Windsor Heights, IA, twenty grandchildren, Joshua Elliott, Grant Elliott, Dr. Lance Real, David Hageman, Denise Hageman Kersey, Sequoia Block, Sarah Block Harsha, Liz Block, Mindie Reece Druery, Crystal Reece Phillips, Levi Coppage, Justin Coppage, Evan Thomsen, Mary Harris Clapp, William Murrel, Maggie Murrel, Kevin Stevens, Kyle Stevens, Ashley Stevens Appleton and Annie Stevens Gallaher and twenty-two great-grandchildren.  He is also survived by one brother, Robert “Bob” Real of Keokuk, two sisters, Jeanette Real Butler and Emma Real Harrison both of Keokuk and special friends, Jimmy (Nici) Johnson of Argyle, IA.

     He was preceded in death by his parents, three grandchildren, Michelle Lee Hageman, Jenny Marie Hageman Tillman and Leslie Leann Real Jones and one great-grandchild, Alleyna Joy Kersey. 

     Delbert had been employed at Electro Metals in Keokuk, for forty-six years until his retirement in 1994.  He also enjoyed fifty-five years of farming. 

     Delbert was a people person by nature and loved to visit with others. There was nothing Delbert enjoyed more than his daily conversations with his coffee group at McDonald’s.  To his friends he was always a very kind person and was ready to help.

     Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m., Friday at the Vigen Memorial Home in Keokuk with Pastor Ray Gilbert officiating.  Burial will be in Sunset Memorial Park in Keokuk.

     Visitation will be held after 1 p.m. Thursday with the family meeting with friends from 5 – 7 p.m. at the funeral home.    

    Social distancing requirements will be in place at both the visitation and the funeral and attendees may be limited according to those requirements.  Masks are strongly encouraged. 

     Memorials may be made to Lee County Hospice.

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

Charlotte Symmonds

Charlotte Symmonds, 86, of Carthage, passed away at 3:30 AM Sunday morning,
July 19, 2020, at the Silver Maple Care Center in Carthage.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Monday morning, July 27, 2020, at
Printy Home in Warsaw with burial to follow in Oakland Cemetery in Warsaw.
Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM until time of services at 11:00 at the funeral
home. Printy Funeral Home of Warsaw is in charge of arrangements.

Lorraine J. (Karle) Milton

Lorraine J. (Karle) Milton, 71, of Warsaw, passed away on Thursday, July 16, 2020, at her son’s home in Warsaw. 

Lorraine was born on April 30, 1949, in Fort Madison, Iowa, the daughter of Robert and Lorraine Karle. She was employed at multiple factories in Logansport, Indiana, before returning to Warsaw. In her free time, she enjoyed shopping on QVC and the Home Shopping Network and completing puzzle books. She also enjoyed cooking, and everyone loved her tacos. 

Lorraine is survived by her son Jeff McMillen of Warsaw, Illinois; her daughter Tawnya (David) Reynolds of Louisiana, Missouri; three siblings: Rick Karle of Warsaw, Joanna (Darrel) Boll of Ankeny, Iowa, and Angela (Jim) Manganello of Keokuk, Iowa; five grandchildren: Megan (Roger) Clark, Haley (Casey) McMillen, Lacey (Peter) McMillen, Alyson McMillen, and Dylen McMillen; one great-granddaughter: Wade Lyn Clark; and five close nieces and nephews: Jennifer (Chad) Flynn, Jordan Karle, Cari Karle, Cory (Catherine) Karle and Chrisi (Ricky) Atchison. Other survivors include many other nieces and nephews.

Lorraine is preceded in death by her parents, her infant son Eric McMillen, her brother Rob Karle, two sisters: Kathy Lally and Michelle Karle, her sister-in-law Becky Karle, and her nephew Justin Karle.

No services will be held at this time.

Memorials may be directed to the family in care of her daughter Tawnya Reynolds.

Tributes and condolences may be left at www.printyfuneralhome.com.

Printy Funeral Home of Warsaw is in charge of arrangements.

Barbara Joann Main

Barbara Joann Main, 86, of Carthage passed away at Memorial Hospital in Carthage at 9:30 A.M. Monday morning, July 13, 2020 surrounded by her family.

 

Barbara was born February 8, 1934, in Quincy, Illinois, the daughter of Marion Guy and Gwendolyn (Foley) Peterson.  In 1940 her family moved from Taylor, Missouri to their farm near Burnside.  She attended Burnside grade school and graduated from Colusa High School in 1952. She then went on to work for Main Cleaners in Carthage.  On August 9, 1953, she was united in marriage to Thomas A. Main at the First Christian Church in Carthage.  She operated Main Cleaners in LaHarpe from 1957 until 1960.  In July of 1996, she retired from Main Cleaners in Carthage.  In addition to the Main Cleaners, she also owned and operated Main Farms, the Main Finance Company and the Lake Inn Restaurant.  

 

Barbara was a devoted Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother and was most happy when all of her family was together.  

 

Barbara is survived by two children; Thomas A. (Sherri) Main II of Carthage and Thresia (Terry) Crum of Keokuk, Iowa; 5 grandchildren, Jeremy “J.J.” (Tera) Cole, Jennifer (Jim) Morgan, Carly Louden, Reece Main and McKenna Main; 10 great grandchildren, Lucas, Jake and Madison Cole,  Dakota, Mikayla, James, Colby, Sadie and Korie Morgan and August Louden.

 

She was preceded in death by her parents and husband, Thomas in 2007.

 

Visitation will be held from 3:00 – 8:00 P.M. with family from 6:00 - 8:00P.M. Thursday evening, July 16, 2020, at Printy Funeral Home in Carthage. Grave side services will be held in Thornber Cemetery near Powellton on Friday, July 17 at 10am.  Memorials may be directed to Thornber Cemetery.  Printy Funeral Home of Carthage is in charge of arrangements.

John Jack West

     John Jack West

1933-2020

 

     John Jack West, 87, of Keokuk, IA died Thursday, July 9, 2020 at his home.

     He was born on April 6, 1933 in Keokuk, IA the son of John Carl and Mary Alice Herman West.  On February 19, 1953 Jack was united in marriage to Patricia A.  Hopkins.  She preceded him in death on August 2, 2010. 

     He was of the Catholic faith.

     A lifelong resident of Keokuk, Jack had been employed at Patton Construction, Best Construction, and Hickey Construction.  After retirement, Jack worked with his son and grandsons at the family business, Custom Brick and Stone Company.  He was so proud to work with them, teaching his concrete craft to his grandchildren.  He will be dearly missed.

     While Jack’s sons were growing up, he coached several little league teams and touched the lives of many young men who still live in the community.  He expected perfection and sportsmanship from the kids he coached.

     Jack was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan.

     Jack is survived by one daughter, Tracey West (Dan O’Connell) of Keokuk, two sons, Jerry (Laura) West of Montrose, IA, John (Jenny) West of Keokuk, eight grandchildren, Jeri (Michael) Jersey of Santa Rose, FL, Tiffanie (Ralph) Bennett of Keokuk, John (Jessica) West of Keokuk, James West (Brianna Crosson) of Keokuk, Marcus West of Keokuk, Jarrett West of Iowa City, IA, Jason West of North Liberty, IA and Jennifer (Mike) Lipscomb of Gainesville, FL, eight great-grandchildren, Ella, Madilyn and Skyler Jersey all of Santa Rosa, FL, Brooke West of Burlington, IA, Gerrick, Patrick and Gracie West all of Keokuk, Andy Lipscomb of Gainesville, FL, three step-granddaughters, Samantha Baker and Taylor Kay both of Keokuk and Chelsea Baker of Storm Lake, IA, four step-great-grandchildren, Blake Baker, Emmett Kay, Emberlee Bridges and Rylee Taylor all of Keokuk.  He is also survived by two sisters, Mary (Bob) Payne of Keokuk and Carolyn Jorden of Aurora, CO.

     He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Robert West and three sisters, Mable Abston, Rose Mary Taylor and Marilyn Oliver.

     Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m., Friday, at the Vigen Memorial Home in Keokuk, IA with Pastor Floyd Payne officiating.  Burial will be in the Sands Cemetery in St. Francisville, MO.

     Visitation will be held after 1 p.m., Thursday, at the funeral home with family meeting with friends from 5-7 p.m. Following the burial, friends and family are invited to meet at the Lake Cooper Foundation, 812 Main St., Keokuk. 

     Social distancing requirements will be in place at the visitation and service and attendees may be limited according to those requirements.  Masks are strongly encouraged.

     Memorials may be made to the Lee County Hospice.

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

Tomasi F. Tukuafu

Tomasi F. Tukuafu, 79, of Nauvoo, Illinois, passed away at 7:12 a.m. Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at his home, surrounded by loving family.

 

Tomasi was born on October 4,1940 in Hofoa, Tongatapu, Tonga, the son of Saia and Ma’ata Tukuafu. On July 30,1964 he married Irene Clare Holmes in the LDS temple at Laie, Hawai’i.

 

Born the fourth child of his parents, he was valedictorian at Tonga High School. He attended Liahona High School for a year in order to attend the Church College of Hawaii (now Brigham Young University - Hawai’i Campus) and majored and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology/Chemistry with a Teaching certificate. While there, he met the love of his life Irene Clare and they married five months after meeting each other.

 

Together they lived a harmonious life, raising seven boys and seven girls, while staying true to their beliefs of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Over the years, they lived on the North Shore of O’ahu, Tonga, Utah, Oregon and finally moved to Nauvoo. Tomasi enjoyed night fishing and farming, especially cultivating taro. He was an adamant scrabble player and loved using his knowledge of words to beat everyone in games of scrabble. He was a temple ordinance worker in the Provo, Medford and Nauvoo temples. He played guitar, harmonica, autoharp, ukulele and a little piano all by ear, and spent a lot of time playing music with Irene.

 

Survivors include his wife, Irene; 14 children in order of birth, listed with their spouses, Manu [Cheryl], Ma’ata [Alapati], Isileli [Michelle], Kapua [Aukai], Semisi [Elizabeth], Felila [James], Hina [Olani], Haumana [Alana], Isabella [Floyd], Daniel [Laura], Sarina [Semisi], Don Robert [Mitzi], Clyde and Angelita; 58 grandchildren; 24 great grandchildren; 10 siblings; and numerous cousins, nephews, nieces and relatives living in the US, Tongan Islands and New Zealand.

 

Tomasi was preceded in death by his parents and 7 siblings.

 

The funeral service will be held at 9:00 a.m. Saturday, July 18, 2020 at the Sunset Stage, Nauvoo, Illinois. Burial will follow in the Riverside Cemetery near Hamilton, Illinois. No visitation is planned.

 

Schmitz-Banks & Beals Funeral Home of Nauvoo is assisting the family. To leave a condolence please visit Tomasi's obituary at sbbfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, please visit Tomasi’s Memorial Page and consider a donation toward funeral costs at https://everloved.com.

Tawnya K. Ammer

Tawnya K. Ammer, 62, of Lake of the Oaks, near Canton, Missouri, formerly of Nauvoo passed away at 9:14 a.m. Saturday, March 14, 2020 at her home.

 

Tawnya was born on May 22, 1957 in Keokuk, Iowa, the daughter of David and Gee Gee Wood Hamma. On July 26, 1975 she married Doug Ammer at the Christ Lutheran Church in Nauvoo.

 

Tawnya was a graduate of Nauvoo-Colusa High School. She served her community as a waitress at many local restaurants. She then became an optician and since then excelled in the optical field. She went on to become an Opthalmic Technician with Quincy Medical Group. Tawnya was a member of First Christian Church, Keokuk, before that an active member of Christ Lutheran Church, Nauvoo, Nauvoo Grape Festival Association, Nauvoo Car Show and the Nauvoo Jayceettes.

 

Tawnya loved her church and time spent with her family at the Lake of the Oaks.

 

Survivors include her husband, Doug; one son, Kirt (Mindy) Ammer of Smithville, Missouri; one daughter, Tiffany (Chad) Taylor of Stevens Point, Wisconsin; eight grandchildren, Ethan, Evan, Ean, and Easton Ammer, Dominic and Noah Aguilera and Alaina and Jackson Taylor. Also surviving are three brothers, Mike Hamma of Delavan, Illinois, Dennis (Jane) Hamma and Wally (Cindi) Hamma all of Nauvoo.

 

Tawnya was preceded in death by her parents, grandparents and one brother in infancy, Timothy Hamma.

 

A memorial service will be held at 12:00noon Saturday, July 18, 2020 at the First Christian Church in Keokuk. Inurnment will follow in the Nauvoo City Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 10:00 a.m. until time of services, Saturday, at the church. Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic mask will be required.

 

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established for Hospice of Northeast Missouri, First Christian Church, Keokuk or Lake of the Oaks, Canton.

 

Schmitz-Banks & Beals Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

Gleah Irene Starr

Gleah Irene Starr

 

Gleah Irene Starr, 84, passed away July 12, 2020, at Montebello Healthcare Center in Hamilton, Illinois.  Gleah was born August 4, 1935 in Hancock County, Illinois, the daughter of Enoch and Edna (Behnke) Starr.  She attended country school near Ferris and graduated from Hamilton High School in 1953.  She was a member of 4-H and the Girls’ Athletic Association.  

 

Gleah worked at the Keokuk Credit Bureau and Hamilton Press before becoming a 35-year employee of Sheaffer Pen Company in Ft. Madison, Iowa.  During that time, she travelled regularly with the employee club enabling her to attend the World’s Fair in several locations, appear on The Today Show, and visit places such as Hawaii, Montreal, Prince Edward Island, and Mexico.  This is also when she began her pencil and pen collection.  Gleah was a member of the American Pencil Collectors Society, attended many conventions, held offices of Secretary and Vice President, and served as editor of the national newsletter.  After retiring, she went on to earn her Associate’s Degree in Word Processing, and she used her skills serving in many capacities as her interests grew.

 

Gleah was a long-time member of the American Legion Auxiliary in Hamilton.  This provided her with opportunity to serve the residents of the Veterans’ Home in Quincy.  She was also a member of the Keokuk Camera Club, entering many photo contests.  Gleah was known to attend many local quilt and craft shows and work at Western Illinois Threshers each August.  

 

A member of Golden’s Point Church in rural Hamilton, Gleah served as Board secretary and Missions Committee member and looked forward to working at the ice cream social over the years.  At home, Gleah was always busy trimming her yard and working with the flowers.

 

Gleah loved spending time with her family and she was always willing to lend a helping hand.  She is survived by nieces Johanna (Dan) Wiley of Joplin, MO; Tina (David) Elschlager of Hamilton; Paula Vice of Hamilton; nephew Bryan (Janna) Vice of Madison, WI; and many great nieces and nephews, and great-great nieces and nephews.

 

She was preceded in death by her parents, as well as her sister and brother-in-law Gwenivere and Edward Vice.

 

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 P.M. Friday afternoon, July 17, 2020, at Printy Funeral Home in Hamilton with burial to follow in Oakwood Cemetery in Hamilton.  Social distancing and masks are appreciated.  

 

Memorials may be directed to Golden’s Point Church.

Dorothy E. Willard

Dorothy E. Willard, 86, of West Point, passed away at her home, Wednesday morning, July 8, 2020.

 

Dorothy was born November 13, 1933, the daughter of William Earl and Wilma R. (Dean) Gleckler in New Salem, Illinois.  She attended Pittsfield High School graduating in 1951.   She then went on to receive her Teaching Certificate from Western Illinois University and taught elementary students in the Loraine and West Point schools.  On July 25, 1954, she was united in marriage to Glenn Donald Willard in New Salem.  Dorothy was a member of the Bowen Christian Church and taught the two and three years old Sunday School for many years.  She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary and also the “Porkettes” when she and Donald were active in the Pork Producers Association.  Dorothy served part time in West Point Post Office for many years.  One of her favorite things was to attend her grandchildren’s events of all types.  Dorothy loved hospitality and always had an open house and open heart.

 

Dorothy is survived by two daughters, Darla (Lance) Hurley of Bourbonnais, Illinois and Donna (Tony) Newton of Burnside; a daughter-in-law, Judy Willard of Hamilton; grandchildren, Jared (Crystal) Hurley, Luke (Amber) Hurley and Logan Hurley, Brooke (Matt) Lafrenz and Jake (Sarah) Newton, Deanna Willard, Rachel (Derrick) Bostic, Jeremy (Brea) Corrigan and Daniel (Amanda) Corrigan; great grandchildren, Garrett and McKaela Hurley, Carson, Miles and Emersyn Lafrenz, Oakley and Ellie Corrigan, and one due in October; all who called her “Mina”; brother, John (Laura) Gleckler of New Salem; sisters, Elizabeth “Liz” (Bill) Carter of Plainfield, Indiana, Jean (Terry) Simington of Longmont, Colorado and Carol Bovee of Davenport, Iowa; a sister-in-law, Roberta (Brownlee) Peterson of Orland Park, Illinois; and several nieces and nephews.

 

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Donald, in 1997; a son, Dennis in 2018; a brother, Harry; and three sisters, Helen and Mary Gleckler and and Fran Brown.

 

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Monday, July 13, 2020, at the Bowen Christian Church with burial to follow in the Bowen Cemetery.  Visitation will be held from 4:00 – 8:00 P.M. at the Bowen Christian Church Sunday evening.  Memorials may be directed to the Bowen Christian Church or Ignite Church Planting Ministries.  Social distancing and masks at the visitation and funeral are appreciated.  Printy Funeral Home of Carthage is in charge of arrangements.

Donald G. "Don" Hoing

Donald G. “Don” Hoing, 71, of Carthage, passed away at his home Thursday afternoon, July 9, 2020 at 1:15 P.M.

 

Don was born December 31, 1948, the son of Charles Keith and Doris (Crose) Hoing in Macomb, Illinois.  He attended Carthage High School graduating in 1966.  At seventeen he started helping Ralph Logan at his shop.  Don owned and operated Don’s Deep Rock which later became Don’s Service for over 50 years.  On June 21, 1975, he was united in marriage to Evelyn Frakes at the First Christian Church (DOC) in Carthage.  Don was an avid gardener giving away most of what he grew.  He liked Demolition Derbies and Stock car racing.  He loved deer hunting, mushrooming and fishing.  His spring customer appreciation fish fry was one of his favorite events.  He was also a member of the Don’s Service morning coffee club and “Beerthirty” club.  Don was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He especially enjoyed fishing, camping, 4-wheeling and playing cards and checkers with his grandsons! 

 

Don is survived by his wife, Evelyn, of Carthage; a daughter, Dawn (Paul) Sweet of Macomb; two grandchildren, Austin Donald and Justin Robert Sweet; two sisters, Roberta Bruenger of Bowen and Carol (Kenny) Thompson of Hamilton; a brother-in-law, Wayne Bolton of Carthage; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

 

He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Judy Bolton; a brother, Charles Hoing; and a brother-in-law, Dale Bruenger.

 

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Monday afternoon, July 13, 2020, at Printy Funeral Home in Carthage with burial to follow in Harmony Township Cemetery near Bentley.  Visitation will be held from 4:00 – 8:00 P.M. Sunday evening at Printy Funeral Home in Carthage. Memorials may be directed to the family of Don Hoing for the establishment of an Auto Mechanic Scholarship or H.U.G.S.   Printy Funeral Home of Carthage is in charge of arrangements.

 

He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Judy Bolton; a brother, Charles Hoing; and a brother-in-law, Dale Bruenger.

 

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Monday afternoon, July 13, 2020, at Printy Funeral Home in Carthage with burial to follow in Harmony Township Cemetery near Bentley.  Memorials may be directed to the family of Don Hoing for the establishment of an Auto Mechanic Scholarship or H.U.G.S.   Printy Funeral Home of Carthage is in charge of arrangements

Jerry Lowell Metternich

Jerry Lowell Metternich, 68, of Hamilton, Illinois, passed away on Tuesday, July 7, 2020, at Blessing Hospital following a short illness. 

Jerry was born on September 26, 1951, in Carthage, Illinois, the son of Lowell Albert and Geraldine “Jady” (Brady) Metternich. On May 3, 1975, he was united in marriage to Susan Diane Quackenbush at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Warsaw, Illinois. She survives. Jerry graduated from Warsaw High School in 1969, and graduated from Quincy College in 1973. He began his working career as the Alumni Director at Quincy College and later went on to own and operate The Vogue and Molly & Company clothing stores in Keokuk from the late 1970’s until the early 1990’s. He then went on to work in sales for AMI Pipe Supply in Keokuk, Area Distributors in Quincy, and most recently worked for McFarland-Swan Supply Company in Keokuk. Jerry was a member of All Saints Catholic Church in Keokuk, and was involved in many community organizations including the Keokuk Chamber of Commerce, McNamara’s Band, Keokuk Convention and Tourism, Keokuk Knights of Columbus, the Keokuk Yacht Club, and the Rotary Club of Keokuk. He was recently honored with a reception at the Knights of Columbus by these organizations. He was very touched by the recognition. Jerry was very active in church, and sang for many funeral services and masses over the years. He shared his musical talent by directing the All Saints Schola Men’s Choir, and was a fourth degree knight in the Knights of Columbus. In his free time, Jerry enjoyed taking his family on his pontoon boat and hosting family dinners at his home.

In addition to his wife Susan, Jerry is survived by two children, Molly (Marc) Bowman and Matt (Nicole Hoppes) Metternich, both of Hamilton; two grandchildren: Brayden and Bentley Bowman of Hamilton; two sisters: Mary Lynne Arms of Hamilton and Janet (Don) Richardson of Manhasset, New York; three nieces: Katherine (Charles Chigounis) Richardson, Emily Tesio and Sarah Richardson; two nephews: Brandon (Justina) and Ryan (Mariah) Strausbaugh; and cousins Colleen Puscas, Diane Flynn and Donna Sternaman. He is also survived by other cousins and family members. He will be dearly missed by his family.

Jerry is preceded in death by his parents and his brother-in-law Russell Arms.

Jerry’s life will be celebrated with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 am on Tuesday, July 14, 2020, at All Saints Catholic Church in Keokuk. A private family burial will follow. Visitation will be held on Monday from 2 to 7 pm, with family meeting friends from 5 to 7 pm at DeJong-Greaves-Printy Funeral Home at 917 Blondeau Street. A Christian Vigil Service will be held at 7 pm on Monday at the funeral home directly following the visitation. The family requests that all attendees wear a mask for both the visitation and the funeral mass.

Memorials may be directed to the family for medical expenses.

Tributes and condolences may be left at www.dejongsfuneralhome.com.

Betty Mary Meierotto Wilkens

Betty Mary Meierotto Wilkens

 

Our beloved Mom, Grandma, and Great-Grandma, Betty Mary Meierotto Wilkens, received her wings at 6:24 p.m. Monday, July 6, 2020 at her home at Savannah Heights in Mt. Pleasant, Iowa.  Our hearts ache to say goodbye to this wonderful lady. 

 

Mom was born on August 24, 1925, in St. Paul, Iowa.  Our family was looking forward to celebrating her 95th birthday next month and she was looking forward to becoming a Great-Great-Grandma in November.

 

Mom was the daughter of Frank and Anna (Umthum) Bentler.  She was a child of the depression so nothing was ever thrown away and family was always a working, loving unit.  All of her siblings have passed away:  Marietta Benjamin, Rose Switenki, Emma Schwartz, Hank Bentler, Hilda Lampe, Ethelreda Nichting, and Norbert Bentler.

 

She is survived by her son, Michael Meierotto of Burlington, Iowa and three daughters:  Mary Jo (Ben) Menke of Davenport, Iowa, Diane (Dennis) Dietzman of Burlington, Iowa and Kaye Lynn (Dirk) Jacobs of Danville, Iowa.  She also has dearly loved grandchildren Tracy (Chad) Buhman, George (Carrie Menke) Erin Menke, Meredith (Michael) Ortega, David (Lyndsey) Dietzman, Daniel Dietzman, Nora Meierotto, Nathan Johnson, Jason (Darcy) Johnson, and Jill (Chris) Loter.  She has 16 precious great-grandchildren.  She also is survived by three sisters-in-law:  Anna Mae Bentler of West Point, Iowa, RoseAnn Bentler of Burlington, Iowa, and Rose Marie Boner of Bella Vista, Arkansas and one brother-in-law: Charles (Barb) Wilkens of Fort Madison, Iowa.  Also surviving are several cherished nieces and nephews.

 

Mom was lucky to find love twice in her life.  She married our Dad, Linus Meierotto in St. Paul, Iowa on January 4, 1947.  He passed away on May 31, 1964.  She later married our Stepdad, Paul Wilkens on September 9, 1972 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in West Point, Iowa.  He passed away last year on October 9, 2019.  Throughout her life with our Dads she was always the "right-hand man" on the farms.

 

Mom was a member of Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church of Nauvoo, Illinois where she sang in the choir for 34 years.  There was always song in our home as we were growing up.  Songs we sang to our children and now our grandchildren.

 

Mom was a crossword puzzle solver and a faithful watcher of "Wheel of Fortune" and "The Lawrence Welk Show".  She was also a quilter.  As a member of the Piecemaker Quilt Club of Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church she helped make many quilts for her home and club.  Even though she picked up the skill later in life, quilting is a perfect metaphor for a life well-lived

 

Mom was always able to take the scraps and patterns that were given her and make a beautiful life for her family and loved ones.  She made quilts for all of us:  her children, her grandchildren, and her great grandchildren.  Woven into those quilts was love pure and simple.

 

When asked how she would like to be remembered she said as someone who was always true to herself, grateful, and happy.

 

Above all else, Mom had and gave joy.  She had an infectious laugh and a twinkle in her eye.  For all the hardships that were thrown her way, she would gather the pieces and, like her quilts, make something beautiful.

 

Mom was one-of-a-kind.   A beautiful, creative, loving work of art who to this day and from now on wraps us in the comfort of her memory.

 

Friends may call after 12:00 noon Friday, July 10 at Schmitz-Lynk Funeral Home in West Point, Iowa, where the family will receive friends from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and a rosary will be recited at 6:00 p.m. 

 

Masks and social distancing will follow CDC guidelines.  

 

The funeral will be held for the immediate family on Saturday, July 11 at Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Nauvoo, Illinois with Father Tony Trosley as celebrant. inurnment will immediately follow at Saints Peter and Paul Cemetery.

 

A memorial has been established in her name for Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church and Schools.

 

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.schmitzlynkfuneralhome.com .

The Schmitz Funeral Homes in West Point is assisting the family with the arrangements.

Ronald Dean Bennett

Ronald Dean Bennett, 63, of Carthage, Illinois, formerly of Terre Haute, Illinois passed away at 6:54 a.m. Monday, July 6, 2020 at the Great River Medical Center in West Burlington, Iowa.

 

Ronald was born on June 30, 1957 in LaHarpe the son of Leland W. and Lois E. (Palmer) Bennett. On June 16, 1979 he married Jerilyn Fox at the Terre Haute United Methodist Church.

 

Ronald loved his family and was there anytime they needed him. He worked at Deery Brothers in Burlington, Iowa, for the past 32 years and was currently the Fixed Operations Manager. He was known for doing anything for his customers. Ronald enjoyed hunting, NASCAR, cars and attending his grandchildren’s sporting events.

 

Survivors include his wife, Jerilyn, one daughter, Brianne (Scott) Skien of Carthage; two sons, Brett (Robin) Bennett of O’Fallon, Missouri and Braden Bennett of Carthage; five grandchildren, Gavin and Madison Skien and Brandt, Bristol and Brue Bennett; three sisters, Linda Bennett of Burlington, Iowa, Gloria Harmony of Tampa, Florida, Brenda Collins of Valrico, Florida.

 

Ron was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Richard Bennett.

 

The funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, July 10, 2020 at the LaHarpe Christian Church with Jeff Walters officiating. Burial will follow in the Terre Haute Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Thursday, July 9, at the LaHarpe Christian Church.

 

A memorial fund has been established for the Terre Haute United Methodist Church. Banks & Beals Funeral Home is assisting the family. To leave a condolence, please visit Ron’s obituary at banksandbeals.com

Steven Robert Beaver

Steven Robert Beaver, 65, of LaHarpe, IL passed away Thursday, July 2, 2020 at his home. He was born March 13, 1955 in Peoria, IL His parents were Arthur E and Mable I (Leighty) Beaver. He married Lynne Marie Little, June 11, 1977. To that union was born, Christopher Scott.
Steve graduated from Nauvoo-Colusa High School in 1973. He graduated from Spoon River College and continued his education at Western Illinois University. Steve taught Auto-Mechanics and served on the Vocational Advisory Board at LaHarpe High School in the 1970's.
While in high school and college he raised, and showed, champion North Country Cheviot sheep at 4-H, and State fairs.
Steve was an Illinois Certified Crop Adviser. He was senior software trainer for Software Solutions Integrated LLC in Shelbyville,IL
Steve loved drag racing and motorcycle racing, competing in the AMA District 17 Enduro Circuit.
He customized a JEEP to run off-road trails in CO, NC, and CA. Favorite trails led him to the 14ers on top of the Continental Divide in CO.
A life-long dream was realized when he earned his pilot's license and purchased a Mooney aircraft.
He and Lynne enjoyed flying to Airventure at Oshkosh and camping with the plane. They both volunteered for the EAA Young Eagles program, giving young people their first airplane ride and introduction to aviation.
He was a member of the LaHarpe Union Church. He served on boards and was audio-tech for church services.
Steve had a friendly, out-going personality that made him a favorite. He, mercilessly, teased those he liked a lot. He was compassionate and kind and was adored by family and friends and his dog, Ranger.
There will be no formal family visitation, but friends may call at Banks & Beals Funeral Home in LaHarpe between 1:00 and 6:00pm Tuesday, July 7th. A private family service will be held Wednesday at the LaHarpe Union Church. Burial will be in the LaHarpe Cemetery, at a later date. A memorial fund has been established for the LaHarpe Union Church and the E.A.A. Young Eagles program. To leave a condolence, please visit Steve’s obituary at banksandbeals.com

Connie Harnetiaux

Connie Harnetiaux, 70, of Keokuk, Iowa, passed away Saturday, July 4th, 2020, due to a long battle with cancer.  She was born November 7th, 1949 in Keokuk, Iowa, daughter of Eugene and Marjorie Plowman Heisler.

Survivors include her 3 children, Gary (Danny) Leffler of Sutter, Il., Pamela Leffler (Shiloh) of Maywood, MO., and Gayla McMillen (Matt) of Hamilton, IL.  One Brother, Ronnie Heisler (Donna) of Rockhill, SC., Sisters, Vicki Wear (Tim) of Corvallis, OR., Kathy Knowles (Bobby) of Carthage, IL., Rebecca Shipe (Dale) of Warsaw, Il., Susette Goetz (Tony) of Carthage, Il., 5 grandchildren, Megan Clark (Roger) of Peoria, AZ., Haley McMillen (Casey) of Henderson, NV., Lacey McMillen (Peter) of Cedar Rapids, Ia., Laikyn McClelland of Palmyra, Mo., Anna Leffler of Sutter, Il., and 2 Great Grand-children, Cayden McClelland of Palmyra, Mo., and Wade Lyn Clark of Peoria, Az and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, grandparents, a Brother, Rick Heisler, an infant sister, Jennifer Heisler, the father of her children, Gary Leffler, and her husband, Gary Wright.

She worked multiple jobs, including working on the farm, Methode, Casey’s General Store, a respiratory therapist Tech and most recently she retired as a full time Rural Carrier.  She was a very hard worker.

She was a very sweet, strong willed, compassionate person.  A devoted care giver to any loved one that needed it.  A simple person, more concerned about everyone else having what they needed than herself.

Visitation will be Wednesday evening, July 8th, 2020, from 6-8pm at Printy Funeral Home, Hamilton Il.  Funeral service will be held on Thursday at 10AM at the Printy Funeral Home in Hamilton with burial In Tioga, Il.  

A memorial has been established.

Mary Alice Mikels Rockel Worden

Mary Alice Mikels Rockel Worden, 94, of Carthage, Illinois, formerly of Dallas City, Illinois, passed away at 4:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 30, 2020 at the Heritage House in Carthage.

 

Mary Alice was born on July 24, 1925 near Dallas City the daughter of Fred and Edna (Avise) Mikels. In June of 1943 she married Horace Rockel. He preceded her in death in September of 1948. In November of 1970 she married Bill Worden. Bill preceded her in death on January 16, 2014.

 

Mary Alice was a graduate of the Burlington Beauty School. She worked at Sheaffer Pen Company in Fort Madison for 30 years.

 

Mary Alice loved dancing, sewing, crafting and gardening. Mary and Bill enjoyed wintering in Texas.

 

Survivors include two daughters, Carolyn (Don) Rosenboom of Carthage and Paulette Kay Russell of Burlington; four grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren and one sister, Irene Jackson of Carthage.

 

Mary Alice was preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Horace and Bill, one granddaughter, Linda Stinemates; three sisters and one brother.

 

A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, July 6, 2020 at the First Christian Church of Dallas City. The family will receive friends from 9:30 until times of sevices. Burial will follow in the Durham Cemetery, rural Dallas City.

 

A memorial fund has been established for the First Christian Church or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Banks & Beals Funeral Home in Dallas City is in charge of arrangements

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