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WCAZ Obituary News Archives for 2020-08

Helen LeMaire

Helen LeMaire, 98, of Carthage, IL, died at 10:04 P.M. Friday, August 28, 2020 at Unity Point Health Hospital, Keokuk, IA.

She was born on October 9, 1921, in rural Atanta, IL, the daughter of Oscar Dale and Nola Margaret (Armstrong) Kelly.

On Sept. 14, 1946, she married Leon Albert LeMaire Sr. in the rectory of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Carthage. 

She went to San Jose grade and high school graduating in 1939. She then attended Western Illinois State Teacher’s College graduating in 1942.  She received her masters at WIU in 1970.  She taught in Adams, Christian, and Hancock county schools.  She retired from teaching in 1981.  She was a member of the Basco Methodist Church, Eastern Star and American Farm Bureau Women’s Committee.  She was a Cub Scout leader and assisted the local 4-H club.  She loved reading, sewing, beading, cooking, baking, playing cards, and traveling. 

Survivors include: two sons, Albert Leon LeMaire Jr. and his wife, Diana, and Louis LeMaire and his wife, Diane, all of Basco; five grandchildren, Matthew (Kelly) LeMaire of Basco, Christopher (Teena) LeMaire of Basco, Amy LeMaire (Adam Disseler) of Quincy, IL, Darcy (Christopher) Buckert of Quincy, IL., and Julie LeMaire (Jesse Kapelusch) of Ft. Lauderdale,  FL; six great-grandchildren, Alisza, Colin, Jerick, Cadee, Broxton LeMaire, and Rhett Buckert,; and her sister, Dorothy Swirmicky of Peoria, IL.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Leon LeMaire Sr., her parents, and three sisters.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 A.M. Friday morning, September 4, 2010, at Printy Funeral Home in Carthage with burial to follow in South Cemetery near Basco, Illinois.  Visitation will be held from 5:00 – 8:00 P.M. Thursday evening at Printy Funeral Home in Carthage.  Memorials may be directed to the South Cemetery or Basco Community Center.  Printy Funeral Home of Carthage is in charge of arrangments.

Shirley Anne Thompson 

Shirley Anne Thompson 

1931 – 2020

 

   Shirley Anne Thompson, 88, of Keokuk, IA died Wednesday, August 26, 2020 at River Hills Village in Keokuk.

   She was born on September 27, 1931 in Des Moines County, IA, the daughter of Robert Harmon and Virginia Dorothy Belle Fleming.  She graduated from Meredosia Illinois High School with the class of 1949.  Shirley completed three years of nursing training at Burlington Hospital School of Nursing in Burlington, IA.  

   On September 6, 1953 Shirley was united in marriage to Kenneth Edward Thompson in Burlington.  He preceded her in death on September 10, 2000. 

   As a registered nurse, Shirley specialized in Pediatrics and Premature Births. She worked at Graham Hospital for six years as an R.N. and also in private nursing duty.  Shirley worked and ran the Blood Pressure Clinic at the American Legion for 30 years.  She was the co-owner of Keokuk Abstract and Title Company with her husband Ken.

   She was a member of Trinity Methodist Church in Keokuk and The Women’s Circle. She was an active member at the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 41.  Shirley had been a member of the BPW in Keokuk since 1966 and held several positions in the district and state offices. She received the BPW Women of Achievement Award in 1980.  She was a charter member of the Soroptimist Club.  Shirley had volunteered at the Bloodmobile for many years.  

   Shirley enjoyed reading and she especially enjoyed her town of Keokuk.  She loved her grandchildren and cherished spending time with them.  Her love for her family and friends did not go unnoticed.

   She is survived by her daughter, Karen Anne (Tony) Douglas of Chatham, IL, three granddaughters, Jennifer Anne (Nathan) Kandis of Waterloo, WI, Megan Emily Douglas (Andy Ellis) of Richardson, TX, Sara Elizabeth Douglas (Noah Anderson) of San Jose, CA, one brother, Joseph M. Fleming (Diana) of Madison, WI, a sister-in-law, Eileen Fleming of Glenwood, IA, one step-sister, Mary Lou (Loren) Schultz, and numerous nieces and nephews.

   Besides her husband, Shirley was preceded in death by one brother, William R. Fleming and two step-brothers, William J. Fleming and David L. Fleming.

    Funeral Services will be held 11 a.m. on Friday at the Vigen Memorial Home in Keokuk with Pastor John White officiating.    

   Visitation will be held on Thursday from 5-7 p.m. at the funeral home with the family meeting with friends at that time.

     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 Trinity United Methodist Church or The American Legion Auxiliary in Keokuk.

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

Richard Joseph Marshall

Richard Joseph Marshall

1942 – 2020

 

   Richard Joseph Marshall, 78, of Montrose, IA, died Thursday August 27, 2020 at the Great River Medical Center in Burlington, IA.

   He was born on August 1, 1942 in Keokuk, IA, the son of Albert and Eunice Newhouse Marshall.  He graduated from Montrose High School in Montrose, IA with the class of 1960.  

   On June 30, 1961 Richard was united in marriage to Mary Virginia Comstock at the Montrose United Methodist Church.  She survives.

  Richard was a member of the Montrose United Methodist Church.  He served as a volunteer fireman for the Montrose Fire Department for many years.  He also volunteered at the Montrose Watermelon Festival and was honored to be selected as the Grand Marshall of the Watermelon Parade. 

  He had been employed at Roquette America in Keokuk for over 40 years.

   Richard had a strong work ethic and was always reliable. He loved to be outside mowing grass and trimming trees.  He grew up on the family farm and starting at the age of eight he helped on the farm and drove tractors.  He was a loving husband, father and grandfather and enjoyed spending time with his family.  He loved his grand-dog, Rugby.

   Besides his wife, Mary, he is survived by two daughters, Kimberly Thompson and her fiancé Doug Weber of Montrose, IA, Vickie (Chad) Lamborn of Donnellson, IA, one son, Timothy (Justine) Marshall of Wever, IA, eight grandchildren, Aaron Thompson, Abby Menke, Vaughan Marshall, Cade Marshall, Kayla Sanders, Jeremy Lamborn, Nicole Farmer, and Ali Lamborn, six great grandchildren, Paislee Lamborn, Tucker Holmes, Hoyt Sanders, Kamryn Farmer, Carson Cantrell, and Greg Menke, one sister, Gwen Miller of Danville, IA , one brother-in-law, Gary Bye, one sister-in-law, Maxine Marshall and many nieces and nephews.

   He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, Harold, Bob, and Jim Marshall, three sisters, Lana Metzinger, Sonia Bye, and Sylvia Davis, and a brother-in-law, Leo Miller.

   A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m.  Tuesday at the Vigen Memorial Home in Keokuk. Burial will be in the Montrose Cemetery.        

     Visitation will be held prior to the service on Tuesday from 10-11 a.m. at the funeral home with the family meeting with friends at that time.

     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 the Montrose River Front Inc (MRI).

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

James R. "Sonny" Lovell

James R. “Sonny” Lovell

1931 – 2020

 

     James R. “Sonny” Lovell, 89, of Keokuk, died Monday, August 24, 2020 at the Montrose Health Center in Montrose, IA.

     He was born on February 13, 1931 in Keokuk, IA, the son of Orville and Marie Haskins Lovell.  At the age of 13, he found a job washing dishes at Brazels Lunch.  He had to stand on a box to reach the counter, and that is where he acquired the name “Sonny” that lasted the rest of his life.

     Sonny married Sylvia Ferguson in 1950 and they divorced in 1955.   On June 1, 1962 Sonny was united in marriage to Phyllis Parks in Hamilton, IL.  They spent over fifty years together until her death on July 21, 2013.

     Sonny was a self-taught painter.  He owned and operated Jim Lovell Decorating in Keokuk for fifty-five years and was very respected in the area.  There are very few homes on Grand Avenue or banks on Main Street that do not have the stroke of his brush on their walls.  He was a very meticulous man.   He always cleaned and vacuumed before leaving a job and left everything in immaculate condition.  Owners would say you could not tell there was anything being done to their homes except for the new paint on the walls.

     He was a faithful member of Crossview Fellowship in Keokuk and enjoyed attending services and fellowshipping with the people.  He was the commodore of the Keokuk Yacht Club for thirteen years and during his tenure many improvements were made.  He was also a member of the Painter’s Union.

     Sonny loved being out on the water, and once won a bass boat in a fishing tournament with his son David.  During his younger years he raced boats on the lake above the dam.  Sonny was a very giving man, who cared less of himself and loved seeing others receive.  He loved his yard and flowers and once his yard was on the Garden Club tour.  He was very proud of that.

     Sonny could tell you stories of his life that would make you laugh until you cried, most of the time not cracking a smile while talking.

     Sonny is survived by two daughters, Julie Gleason and her husband Steve of Hiawassee, GA, Peggy Seigleburg and her husband Jim of Omaha, NE, eight grandchildren, twenty-five great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren.  He is also survived by one sister, Janice Prindle of Keokuk, two brothers, Terry Lovell and his wife Ethel and Gary Lovell and his wife Carol all of Keokuk and several nieces and nephews.  He will be greatly missed by those who loved him.

     Besides his wife, he was also preceded in death by his parents, one son, David Lovell on July 26, 2019, two brothers, Paul Lovell and Kenny Lovell, three sisters, Maxine Wardlow, Lucille Dawson and one in infancy.

     According to his wishes, there will be no visitation or service.  If you want to honor Sonny, please be kind to your fellow man and always be honest.

     The Vigen Memorial Home in Keokuk is assisting the family with arrangements.

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

Molly Maureen Hurley

Molly Maureen Hurley, 36, of Warsaw, Illinois, passed away in a car accident on Saturday, August 22, 2020, near Donnellson, Iowa. 

Molly was born on October 22, 1983, in Keokuk, Iowa, the daughter of Randy and Mary (Enderle) Hurley. On September 23, 2017, she was united in marriage to Zach Weyrick in Warsaw. They were later divorced.

Molly graduated from Warsaw High School in 2002, and went on to work at Shear Heaven Salon, before opening her own hair salons in Warsaw, the Vintage Vixen and later Maggie Lou’s. She was instrumental in the restoration of Saenger Halle in Warsaw and many other community projects. Molly was a dreamer, an artist, a beautiful giving soul.  She was a legend in our community; always volunteering, donating, and spreading unconditional love to everyone she met.  She touched the lives of many with her warmth, humor, and outgoing personality.  It was truly a blessing to know her.

Molly is survived by her mother Mary Hurley of Warsaw; her father Randy Hurley of Keokuk; two sisters: Megan Hurley of Hamilton, Illinois, and Katie Hayes of Farmington, Iowa; three nephews: Ethan Miller, Robert Dempsey and Nathan Hayes; and her beloved dog Hank. Molly is also survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins.

Molly is preceded in death by her grandparents and her brother Ryan.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 9, 2020, from 10 am to 8 pm, with family meeting friends from 4 to 8 pm at Printy Funeral Home in Warsaw. A private Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, September 10, 2020, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Warsaw. Burial will follow at Oakland Cemetery in Warsaw.

Memorials may be directed to Warsaw High School Art and Drama Departments.

For the safety of those attending, masks and social distancing are encouraged.

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

Printy Funeral Home in Warsaw is in charge of arrangements.

John F. Kryzaniak III

John F. Kryzaniak III,  was born on June 13, 2005 to Brittany Poulson and John Krzyzaniak Jr., in Macomb, Illinois.
John passed away Monday, August 24, 2020 at his home surrounded by family and friends after his brave fight with brain cancer. John attended Illini West High School in Carthage, Illinois. John enjoyed putting legos together, especially with his little brother Lukas. He enjoyed gaming on his PS4, riding bikes with his friends, climbing trees, swimming, he liked to draw, he enjoyed photography. He was a huge Marvel fan and his favorite band was Twenty One Pilots. He liked all of the Marvel movies and Groot was his favorite. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends. John’s dream was to enlist in the United States Navy, see the world and become a Robotic Engineer.
John received treatment at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis, Tn. While at St.
Jude he was chosen to throw the first pitch at the Memphis Redbirds game where he got to
meet Jason Motte, he met players from the St. Louis Cardinals. He enjoyed getting to go to the
top of the Bass Pro Pyramid, among many other opportunities he was able to do while he was in treatment.
John is survived by his parents Brittany Poulson (Shannon Caldwell) of La Harpe, John
Krzyzaniak Jr. of Macomb, Illinois. Seven brothers, Lukas Krzyzaniak, Anthony Caldwell, Aidan
Shoemaker of La Harpe, Ryan Krzyzaniak,Maverick Heath, Drew Ramos of Macomb, and Rylan Ford of Carthage, two sisters Cierra Anders of Monmouth and Veronica Ramos of Macomb. His grandparents Hugh (Skeeter) Poulson of La Harpe, Jeanette Poulson of Ft. Green, Kelly Lant of Monmouth Il ,Linda Jones of New York, and John Krzyzaniak Sr. of Macomb Il, Great Grandmother Shirely Caldwell of Monmouth. His Uncles and Aunts, Steven (Lana) Eaves of Ft.Green, David Eaves of Ft. Green, Louise Jhade of Cameron, Il, Erin Bainter of La Harpe, Il, Cousins, Amber (Chris) Eaves Addy, Keegan, Max, and Madelyn Decker, La Harpe Il and many other Aunts, Uncles, Cousins. Also surviving are his crew, Jadon Timmermen, Jackson Livingston, Samuel Lessen, Spencer and Peyton Brown, a special friend he made when he came home from Memphis, Jacob Zalewski who always brought him Pepperoni Pizza and went on the hunt for his favorite fudge when he craved it, and his companion dogs, Jade and Yoda.
John is preceded in death by his Great-Grandmother Donna Eaves and his Grandmother Cathy
Krzyzaniak, Great Grandparents Hugh Poulson Sr. and Mildred Poulson.
A graveside service will be held at 2:00p.m. Saturday, August 29, 2020 at the LaHarpe Cemetery with Rev. Rick Goettsche officiating. No visitation is planned. Family and friends are welcome at the Kryzaniak home following the service. In lieu of flowers, John would like everyone to donate to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or to his little brother (Lukas) education fund. Banks & Beals Funeral Home in LaHarpe is assisting with arrangements. To leave a condolence and sign the guestbook, please visit John’s obituary at banksandbeals.com.

Vivian Mae Hudson

Vivian Mae Hudson, 82, of Carthage, passed away at 6:20 AM Sunday morning, August 23, 2020, at St. John’s Hospital in Springfield, Illinois.

 

Vivian was born June 1, 1938, the daughter of William and Frieda (Martins) Garrelts in Keokuk, Iowa.  She graduated from Carthage High School and went to work for the Shaffer Pen Corporation in Ft. Madison for many years.  She then worked at Good Apple Publishing in Carthage for several years.  On October 29, 1960, she was united in marriage to Danny Hudson at the Denver Methodist Church.  She was a member of the Eagle’s Club in Carthage.

 

Vivian is survived by her husband, Danny Hudson, of Carthage and a brother, Edward (Carol) Garrelts of Hamilton.

 

She was preceded in death by her parents; and one brother, Frederick Garrelts.

 

Private family graveside services will be held at the West Point Cemetery, West Point, Illinois.  Printy Funeral Home of Carthage is in charge of arrangements.

Omer D.. Cady

Omer D.. Cady

1941 – 2020

 

     Omer D. Cady, 79, of Keokuk, died Friday, August 21, 2020 at his home.

     He was born February 12, 1941  in Keokuk the son of John and Velma Rose Cady.  

     Omer was employed with Keokuk Contractors as a heavy equipment operator for thirty years before his retirement in 1995.

     He was a member of Anchor of Hope Church in Keokuk.

     Omer enjoyed driving stock cars and from 1972 - 1976 drove in many stock cars races.  He also enjoyed riding motorcycles.  Omer was a talented musician and loved to play guitar, sing and entertain others.

     He is survived by, his son, Danny (Brenda) Cady of Oklahoma, two step-daughters, Debra (Steven) Cline and Mary Jo Gray all of Oklahoma, two step-sons, Ronnie Gray of Oklahoma and John (Julie) Gray of Nauvoo, IL several grandchildren and great grandchildren, a brother Raymond Cady of Hamilton,IL a special friend, Dixie Saltzgaver of Montrose, along with many nieces and nephews.

     He was preceded in death by his parents, one son, Richard Dwayne Cady, one grandson, William D. Cady, five brothers, Gene, John and Roger Cady, Clyde “Jack” Malmgren and Nelson “Bud” Malmgren and one sister, Verona Arlene Cady.

     A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Anchor of Hope Church in Keokuk with Pastor Marilyn Curtis officiating. Burial will be in the Ashton Cemetery in Ashton, MO.

     Visitation will be held on Monday at the Vigen Memorial Home in Keokuk with the family meeting with friends from 6 – 8 p.m.

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

     Memorials may be made to Anchor of Hope Church.

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

Melba Jean McCallister

Melba Jean McCallister

  Melba “Jean” McCallister, more commonly known as “Aunt Jeanie,” died August 19, 2020 at Wesley Village at age 96, with her sister and niece by her side.

  She was born July 25, 1924 in rural Bentley, Illinois, the daughter of George and Aurelia Walker McCallister.

  Jean was a proud descendant of the McCallister family that emigrated to the United States in the 1800’s from Antrim County, Ireland. The McCallisters became prominent farmers in Hancock County and Samuel built a beautiful house which is still inhabited today. 

  She was also a descendant of the Walker family and many Walker relatives still reside in Hancock County. She loved attending the annual Walker reunions. 

  Ms. McCallister is survived by one sister, Rosalie Tanner, of Mt. Pulaski, Illinois. She is also survived by fourteen nieces and nephews; Suzanne Tanner Behle, Marilyn Tanner Blasiar, Rauna Cadwell Brown, Rob Cadwell, Cheryl Douglas, David Douglas, Gary Douglas, Tom Douglas, Kathy Trovillion Dutton, Mary Beth Howell, Janny Trovillion Meissner, Celeste Tanner Reynolds, Sharon Trovillion Sullivan, and Michael Tanner. 

  She was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Marjorie Trovillion of Washington, Illinois and Georgia Douglas of Plymouth, Illinois; one brother, Robert Cadwell of Carthage, Illinois; two nephews, Mark Cadwell of Carthage, Illinois and John Douglas of Bushnell, Illinois; three brothers-in-law, Joe Trovillion, Claus Tanner, and Gene Douglas; and one sister-in-law, Nadine Cadwell. 

  Jean was a lifelong Methodist and was very active in the church groups in early years. She was a 1942 graduate of Carthage High School. After high school she embarked on work-related adventures that ranged from waitressing in the Western States to working in the main office at Caterpillar in Peoria. She also attended Gem City Business College in Quincy. 

  She eventually returned to Macomb to become a caregiver for her mother, something she took great pride in until her mother’s death in 1983. She was employed by the Macomb Journal in advertising for many years, often times taking her nieces and nephews to work with her. 

  Our Aunt’s life was centered around hard work as she had vivid memories of the Great Depression and the loss of her father when she was only five years old. In 1965 she was able to become an employee of Western Illinois University, and became reserve librarian in the campus library. This was truly a dream job for her and changed her life. She relished being surrounded by books and vibrant young people and was able to walk to and from work from her nearby home on West Adams Street. She retired in 1990 from WIU and always remained grateful for the wonderful job she had there. For many years she continued to go to lunch with the “girls,” other women that worked with her at the library. 

  While working at WIU, she became determined to get her college degree. While working fulltime, and caring for her mother, she took advantage of the tuition benefit and achieved both a Bachelor (1976) and a Master’s Degree (1980), from the English Department. 

  Over the years, her home at 511 West Adams Street was a registered off-campus residence for female WIU students. Many young college women lived with “Jean and Grandma.” Jean formed strong bonds with these “boarders” and corresponded with some of them still today. These “girls” are now in their 70’s. 

  Our Aunt’s life was an adventure. Although she did not raise children of her own, her nieces and nephews were a major joy in her life. She took courses from the New York Institute of Photography, using her sibling’s children as subjects. It is because of this the family has hundreds of professional quality black and white photos documenting her niece’s and nephew’s childhoods. 

  Aunt Jeanie owned an iconic car that became a symbol of her free spirit. It was a 1957 Chevy Bel Air Station Wagon, sienna brown in color. It was in this car that she traveled the United States. Her nieces and nephews remember trips to the South, Washington D.C., and over a dozen annual cousins’ trips to the Fort Madison Rodeo. Her excursions were meticulously planned, down to favorite flavors of soda pop, favorite kinds of sliced cheese, Grandma’s potato salad and deviled eggs, pillows, blankets, bug spray and a place for Grandma to sit in the front seat. 

  Jean soloed as a pilot and held a life- long interest in aviation. She admired and read extensively about the life of Amelia Earhart. Some of her friends were WASPs (Women Air force Service Pilots) during World War II.  

  Our Aunt loved all aspects of nature and spent her life travelling to beautiful places. She loved Manitoulin Island, Idaho, Wyoming, Mackinac Island, Arizona, the Florida Keys, and Ireland. She was a lifelong learner and was curious about the world. She enjoyed her connection to two college boarders she had from Germany, as well as interacting with her two great-nephews from Russia, Alexei and Yuri Douglas.

  She taught her nieces and nephews the important things in life. How to clean a fish. How to shoot a gun. How to crack walnuts and hunt for mushrooms. How to whistle and find arrowheads. How to hold a wild animal and how to fly a kite. Many times she would give her nephews a compass on a leather lanyard. Perhaps so they would always know if they were going in the right direction in life. 

  If our Aunt had a main passion in life, it was her love for literature and reading. Her house was an extensive library with books on the shelves not for the faint of heart. She loved Tennyson, Yeats, Wharton, Tolstoy, Dickerson, Longfellow, Dostoyevsky, Hemmingway, and Joyce to name a few. Many times she would read multiple books at one time. She encouraged reading to all around her, and kept her nieces and nephews abreast on what they should be reading.  

  Our Aunt grew up with horses and loved them her entire life. For many years she participated in the annual Paul Findley Trail Ride held by State Representative Findley. She had a particular interest in the Connemara breed of horse that originated in Ireland. 

  In addition to her passion of reading, Jean loved flowers, piano music, growing tomatoes, wood ducks, politics and visiting with her “college kid” neighbors. She loved writing and receiving letters from family and contacts all over the world. 

  At the age of 96, many of our aunt’s friends had sadly passed away. However, she was still blessed with a number of living friendships with such people as Ruth Grossman, Peggy Morris, Starr Gold, Doris Krato, and Laura Kent Donahue, as well as others. 

  The family wishes to thank both the Everly House and Wesley Village for providing her with an outstanding housing and care in her final years and days. She was able to stay in her own home until age 90, but once she did move she was in the best professional hands. 

  Our Aunt loved her time here on earth. She tread lightly and left the world a better and more interesting place than when she entered it. Anyone who knew her will never forget her Irish wit and life-loving personality. 

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Monday, August 24, 2020 at the Printy Funeral Home in Carthage with Chaplain Lyren Haney officiating.  Visitation will be from 12:00-2:00 PM Monday, prior to funeral services. Burial will be held at a later date at Moss Ridge Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the First United Methodist Church in Carthage.

Traci Sue Lott

Traci Sue Lott, 48, of Niota, Illinois died Wednesday, August 19, 2020 at her home.
    She was born October 2, 1971 in Fairfield, Iowa, the daughter of Lou and Saundra Bartholow Bloomquist. On July 27, 1990 she married Darryl Lott in Wapello, Iowa.
    She attended grade school in Fairfield and graduated, mid-term,  from Rapid City, South Dakota High school in 1990. In grade school, she obtained many first place awards in choir competitions. She later graduated from Southeastern Community College in West Burlington, Iowa (where she attended with her mother), with an A.A. Degree in Criminal Justice and an A.S. Degree in Psychology. She was a member and president of the Criminal Justice Club at SCC. She also planned ride-a-longs with various police departments. Her most loved job was as a juvenile transport officer, which she held for 13 years.
    She also served on the Lomax Ambulance Service and the Niota Fire Department. She enjoyed being with her “fur babies”, family, friends and her church family. She was a member of the Pontoosuc Church.
    She is survived y husband, Darryl, her father, Lou Bloomquist of Fairfield, Iowa, two brothers, Terry (Ellen) Bloomquist of Cedar Rapids, Iowa and Randy Bloomquist of Linwood, Nebraska, ten nieces and nephews and many great-nieces and nephews and her best friend, Amy Houk-Clark.
    She was preceded in death by her mother, one brother, Robert Bloomquist, sister-in-law, Thereasa Bloomquist, one niece, Claire Tiernan and her grandparents, George and Margaret Courtney Bartholow and Bert and Laurel Ruynon Bloomquist.
    A memorial service will be held at 11:00a.m. Monday, August 24, 2020 at the Pontoosuc Church with Pastor Josh Yeakey officiating. The family will meet with friends from 10:30 until time of services. Face masks are recommended. A private burial service will be held at a later date. A memorial fund has been established for the PAWS Animal Shelter in Fort Madsion, Iowa. Banks & Beals Funeral Home in Dallas City is assisting with arrangements. To sign the guestbook and leave a condolence, please visit her obituary at banksandbeals.com

Connie Marie Wollbrink

Connie Marie Wollbrink, 62, of Carthage, passed away Saturday afternoon, April
18, 2020 at 1:35 P.M. at her home in Carthage surrounded by her family.

We hope that you will help us celebrate Connie’s life Sunday afternoon. Family
will meet friends from 2:00 – 4:00 P.M. Sunday, August 23, 2020, at Galen’s home
at 303 Miller Street, Carthage, IL 62321 with a memorial service at 3:00 P.M.
Please bring a lawn chair. We will be outside so there is plenty of room for social
distancing. We hope that you can join us but if you are not comfortable with
large gatherings we understand.

Norma J. Kurtz

Norma J. Kurtz, 84, of Colchester, Illinois, formerly of LaHarpe, Illinois died Saturday, August 8, 2020 at her home.

 

She was born January 14, 1936 in Stronghurst, Illinois, the daughter of Chester and Doris (Long) Avery. On December 6, 1952 she married Joseph R. Kurtz in LaHarpe. He preceded her in death on August 1, 2001.

 

Mrs Kurtz was born and raised in Stronghurst, Illinois and lived her adult life in LaHarpe. She spent the last five years with her daughter in Colchester. She loved camping, crocheting, going for drives and collecting porcelain dolls.

 

She is survived by one daughter, Pamela (David) Riekeberg of Colchester; five grandchildren including, Terry (Melinda) Lowe, James (Erica) Lowe, Monita McLendon, Shelly Randall and Melissa Sullivan; numerous great-grandchild and one great-great-granddaughter.

 

Also surviving are her in-laws, Emmalou Melvin, Kenny Kurtz and Karlene Kurtz.

 

She was preceded in death by her husband, and one daughter, Linda Lowe.

 

Graveside services will be held at 11:00a.m. Thursday, August 13, 2020 at the LaHarpe Cemetery with Rev. Jim Clayton officiating. Friends may call at Banks & Beals Funeral Home in LaHarpe on Wednesday from 1:00 until 6:00p.m. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Knox County Humane Society.

 

To leave a condolence and sign the guestbook, please visit her obituary at banksandbeals.com.

Paul Christopher "Chris" Carey

Paul Christopher “Chris” Carey, 64, of LaHarpe, Illinois, passed away Friday, August 7, 2020 at the Blessing Hospital, Quincy, Illinois.

 

Chris was born on November 7, 1955 the son of Paul Theodore and Barbara (Gillett) Carey.

 

Chris graduated from LaHarpe High School in 1973, where he excelled in football. After graduation he enlisted in the United States Navy. Later Chris worked as a truck driver and most recently worked at NTN Bower in Macomb.

 

On December 31, 1980 he married Patti Lipcaman together they had three children: Miles Carey of Eldrid, Illinois, Wes Carey of LaHarpe and Anna Carey of Canton, Missouri. Also surviving is one sister, Dawn (Tom) Todd of LaHarpe; two brothers, Robbie Walker of Dallas City and Ryan Walker of LaHarpe and numerous nieces and nephews.

 

Chris was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Kelly Carey and one sister, Diane Carey.

 

A private graveside service will be held Wednesday, August 12, 2020 at the LaHarpe Cemetery with Marvin Miller officiating.

 

A memorial fund has been established to help with final expenses. Contributions may be mailed to the Paul Carey Memorial Fund, c/o Banks & Beals Funeral Home, P.O. Box 503, LaHarpe, Illinois 61450. To leave a condolence please visit his obituary at banksandbeals.com

Marianne Gahle

Marianne Gahle, 82, of Carthage passed away at the LaHarpe-Davier Care Center on Saturday, August 8, 2020 at 11:00 PM.

 

Marianne was born November 28, 1937, the daughter of Dr. Kenneth and Ruth E. (Walton) Mosley in Macomb, Illinois.  She attended Carthage High School graduating in 1955.  She then went on to receive her degree in Elementary Education from Carthage College in 1960.  On December 20, 1959, she was united in marriage to Martin Gahle.  Marianne had worked as a sales clerk for many years at Ben Franklin and Tru Value stores in Carthage.  She had also served as a substitute teacher in the Carthage School district.  Marianne was a life-long member of the First Christian Church (DOC) in Carthage and a member of the Christian Women’s Fellowship.  She had also served as a deaconess and church board member.

 

Marianne is survived by her husband, Martin Gahle of Carthage; two daughters, Ann (David) Kutcher of Pewaukee, Wisconsin and Melissa (Don) Moede of Raleigh, North Carolina; two grandsons, Andrew (Abbie) Kutcher and Iain Moede;  a sister-in-law, Arlene Mosley of Ontario, Canada; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

 

She was preceded in death by her parents; and one brother, W. Jerome Mosley.

 

Graveside services will be held at 10:00 A.M. Thurs, August 13, 2020, at Moss Ridge Cemetery in Carthage.  Masks and Social distancing is appreciated.  Memorials may be directed to the First Christian Church (DOC) in Carthage.  Printy Funeral Home of Carthage is in charge of arrangements

Jack James Heisler

Jack James Heisler, 67, of Iowa City, Iowa, formerly of Hancock County, Illinois, passed away on Tuesday, August 4, 2020, at Iowa City Rehab and Health Care Center in Iowa City. Jack was born on December 20, 1952, in Carthage, Illinois, the son of Ronald and Vera Elaine (Hardy) Heisler. He proudly served his country in the Marine Corps for two years, and retired from the Navy after twenty-two years of service, achieving the rank of Chief Petty Officer. He spent a few years of his life working construction, and after retiring from the Navy, he worked for twenty years as a Casino Dealer at the Gold Strike and Riverside Casinos. 

Jack’s love of woodworking stayed with him throughout his life, and he used that talent to make beautiful jewelry boxes and other items for his family. He had a wonderful personality and a dry-wit, and was always fun and ornery. Jack was surprisingly good with technology, and played video games until the last year of his life. His fascination with history led Jack to visit many historic landmarks, especially if they had a military connection. He was also a fan of the St. Louis Cardinals. Most importantly, Jack treasured the time he spent with his family, especially his granddaughters.

Jack is survived by two sons: Jason (Stacy) Heisler of North Liberty, Iowa, and Bradley Heisler of Tampa, Florida; grandchildren: Shelby and Sadie Heisler of North Liberty, Iowa, Katlyn (Ean) Pearce-Chartier of Hampton, Virginia, and Christine Clark of Palm Bay, Florida. Jack is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Jack is preceded in death by his parents, his brothers Frankie and Don Heisler, his sister Mary Jane Greever and his cousin and best friend, Rick Heisler.

Jack’s life will be celebrated with a graveside service at 2 pm on Monday, August 10, 2020, at South Basco Cemetery in Basco, Illinois. Military Honors will be rendered by the United States Navy and the Hancock County Honor Guard. Viewing hours will be held at Printy Funeral Home in Hamilton on Monday from 10:30 am until 1:30 pm. A funeral procession will leave from Printy Funeral Home in Hamilton at 1:30 pm departing for the cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Bear Creek Township Cemetery Board.

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

Printy Funeral Home in Hamilton is in charge of arrangements.

Mary M. "Betty" McDowell

Mary M. “Betty” McDowell

1921-2020

 

     Mary M. “Betty” McDowell, 98, of Keokuk, IA died Wednesday, August 5, 2020 at her home.

     She was born October 11, 1921, in Mt. Pleasant, IA the daughter of Oran and Cornia Miller Kerr.  Betty graduated from Mt. Pleasant High School with the Class of 1940.

     Betty was a member of First Christian Church in Keokuk.

     She had been employed by Sheller Globe in Keokuk until her retirement.  She later worked for the Chamber of Commerce until she was eighty years old.  Betty loved being involved with the community.

     Betty touched the lives of many people with her warm smile and kind heart.  She loved spending time with her family and cherished the time she spent with them.

     She is survived by her daughter, Susan Geltz (Bruce) of Argyle, IA, one daughter-in-law, Evelyn McDowell of Quincy, IL grandchildren, Louis Clark (Teresa), Terri Kaye Helm-Vahle, Julie Johnson (Phillip), Crystallee Payton (Joe), Matthew McDowell, great-grandchildren, JoeyLyn Helenthal, Jacey Helenthal, Cole Geltz, Timothy McCarty, Tyler McCarty, Whitney Morgan, Andy Clark (Kayla), Brian Clark (Sara) and Cameron McDowell, great-great-grandchildren, Isabella Morgan, Michael Morgan, Jaxin Morgan, Taiytum McCarty, Drew Clark and baby girl Clark due in September, along with several nieces and nephews.

     She was preceded in death by her parents, three sons, Steve McDowell, Michael McDowell and Terry McDowell, one great-grandson, Tony McCarty, great-great-grandson, Ethan Morgan, two brothers, Earl Kerr and Dean Kerr and two sisters, Maxine Foster and Thelma Wilson.

    A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, at the First Christian Church in Keokuk with Reverend David Turner officiating.  Burial will be a later date in the Oakland Cemetery in Keokuk. 

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

     Memorials may be made to the American Legion Post #41 or the Shriners Hospital.

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

Jack Edward Eaves

Jack Edward Eaves, 78, left his earthly life on Tuesday, August 4, 2020. He was born February 18, 1942 and was one of the 14 children born and raised in Dallas City, IL to Florence and Roy Eaves. In August 1961, he married Sandra “Kay” Marsh, the girl he met at the Bishop’s soda fountain in Fort Madison. They were blessed with their two sons, Kurt and Kevin.

Jack worked at the State Penitentiary for 10 years. Then worked 11 years at Armour Dial. Often neighbors would see Jack learning some boxing moves from his brothers, and in 1971 was approached by a youth wanting some pointers to defend himself. A few weeks later, he was approached by another boy requesting the same thing. Not long after, he found out the two boys had been fighting each other! He saw a need in the community for the boys and young men to have a place to challenge themselves. In 1977, putting his personal property up for collateral, he obtained a loan at the local bank to start the Lee County Boxing Club. With it, he rented a floor of the Anthes Hotel for their training facility, using his own money to purchase boxing equipment. He later received financial support from many local individuals, businesses, and organizations such as The United Way Foundation. Mike DeLaney was instrumental in helping Jack with the start of the club. Jack had a special way with the boxers, many of whom needed a father figure. Ask any of the hundreds of boxers that agreed to the rules of the club (no cussing, no fighting outside the ring, keep your grades up, respect others), and they would all agree that Jack taught them just as much outside of the ring as he did inside. The club became well-respected in the boxing circuit, taking many athletes to the State and National levels. In 1986, he was awarded the National Child Labor Committee’s Lewis Hine Award for Voluntary Service to Children and Youth. Also, in 2010, he was awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Daily Democrat.

Jack gave his heart to The Lord and was a member of Joy Baptist Church. He enjoyed his time and fellowship with Reverend Beal and helping with the Prison Ministry.

Survivors include his wife, “Kay”, of nearly 59 years; son, Kurt (Angie) of Grinnell, IA and their children, Erica Place (Andy) and Alyssa Johnson (Gunnar); son, Kevin, and his children, Chelci Eaves-Mehaffy (Noah) and Ian (Cara); and great granddaughters Genevieve and Gabriel Ruble and Grace Eaves, all of Fort Madison, IA; brothers Guy, Jerry, and Richard, sister, Imogene, sister in law, Carolyn Marsh Weber & sons.

He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Betty Scott, Helen Boulyou, Linda Neuendorf, Ruby Pickard, Billy, Lester, Mike, Pat, & Vernon Eaves & a brother in law, John Weber.

A public visitation will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Friday, August 7, 2020 at King-Lynk Funeral Home & Crematory in Fort Madison, IA, without family being present, due to the current Co-Vid situation. A private family graveside service will be held at Fairview Cemetery in rural Fort Madison, IA with Rev. Earl Beal officiating. A memorial has been established in Jack’s memory and contributions may be left at King-Lynk Funeral Home & Crematory during the public visitation. Online condolences to Jack’s family may be left at www.kinglynk.com.

J.D. Wyatt, Jr.

J.D. Wyatt, Jr.

1993-2020

 

     J.D. Wyatt, Jr., 27 of Ankeny, IA, formerly of Keokuk, IA died Monday, August 3, 2020 at MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center in Des Moines, IA.  

     He was born July 7, 1993 in Lakeland, FL the son of John Dale and Jeri Moore Wyatt.  He graduated from Central Lee High School with the Class of 2012.  He then furthered his education and attended Southeastern Community College in Keokuk where he received his Associates degree.  

     J.D. was a veteran of the Iowa National Guard and proudly served his country for eight years.  

     On September 9, 2017 he was united in marriage to Jaclyn Gilpin at the Trinity United Methodist Church in Keokuk.  

     He is survived by his wife, Jaclyn of Ankeny, IA, his mother, Jeri Duncan (Tony) of Galesburg, IL, his father, John D. Wyatt (Tracy) of Keokuk, siblings, Paige Vermazen (Kyler) of MO, Cody McClain of Davenport, IA, Grant Duncan of Quincy, IL and Allyson Duncan of MO.  He is also survived by his grandfather, Richard Moore of Hamilton, IL, great-grandmother, Marjorie Cossel of Montrose, IA, great-grandmother, Elizabeth O’Conner of Hamilton, IL and one amazing niece, Wynona Vermazen.

     He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Dale Wyatt, great-grandfather, Cecil Cossel, Jr., grandmothers, Joyce Wyatt and Jana Moore and one sister, Verna Nelson.   

     J.D. was a member of Melrose Methodist Church in Argyle, IA.

     He had been employed by True Green as a lawn technician.

     J.D. enjoyed playing Pokemon and was an avid gamer.  He loved animals, spending time with his family and always made people smile.  

     A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, at the Vigen Memorial Home in Keokuk, IA.  Burial with military rites will be in the Hickory Grove Cemetery in rural Keokuk.

     Visitation will be held prior to the service from 12-2 p.m., Friday, at the funeral home with family meeting with friends at that time.   The family requests everyone come in casual and comfortable dress as J.D. would have liked.     

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

     Memorials may be made to the family.

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

June Anne Clippert

June Anne Clippert

1952- 2020

 

     June Anne Clippert, 67, of Keokuk, IA died Tuesday, August 4, 2020 at her home.

     She was born September 28, 1952 in Burlington, IA the daughter of Raymond and Wilma Edgington Smith.  She graduated from Ft. Madison High School in Ft. Madison, IA with the Class of 1970.

     June was first united in marriage to Ron Kemp, they later divorced.  To this union two daughters, Mindy and Kari were born.  In 1996, June was united in marriage to Kent Clippert.  He survives.   

     Other survivors include, her children, Mindy Jones (Wade) of Ft. Madison, IA, Tony  Clippert (Mary Beth) of Solon, IA, Kent Clippert (Lauren) of Detroit, MI and Kari C. Crawford (Jimmy) of Lake of the Ozarks, MO, one sister, Gale Andrews (Wayne) of Beulah, N.D., her mother-in-law, Darlene Clippert of Keokuk, six grandchildren, Bradie Reed (Matthew Bailey), Kole and Hank Clippert, Charlotte, Kenny and  Daniel Clippert and four great-grandchildren, Bleyn, Ryker, Maddyx and J’Kiya.

     She was preceded in death by her mother, grandparents, her father-in-law, Keith Clippert and sister-in-law, Donna Foulkes.

     June had been employed in her younger years at Ortho as a groundskeeper.  She later had been a school bus driver at Central Lee High School, a driver for UPS and lastly was employed at St. Louis Gear, until her retirement.  

     She was a member of St. Paul United Church of Christ in Keokuk.

     June enjoyed spending time outdoors gardening and watching the hummingbirds.  She loved being on her computer and adored her dogs.  

     A graveside service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, at Hickory Grove Cemetery in rural Keokuk with Elaine Foley officiating.

     Visitation will be held after 1 p.m., Friday, at the Vigen Memorial Home in Keokuk, IA with family meeting with friends from 6-8 p.m. Social distancing requirements will be in place at both the visitation and the graveside service and attendees may be limited according to those requirements.  Masks are strongly encouraged.  

      Memorials may be made to PAW Animal Shelter in Ft. Madison, IA. 

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

Helen Maxine Huberty

Helen Maxine Huberty

    Helen Maxine Huberty, 95, of Terre Haute, Illinois, passed away Saturday, August 1, 2020 at the LaHarpe-Davier Health Care Center.
    She was born February 27, 1925 in Carthage, Illinois, the daughter of James Lewis and Helen(David) Swisher. In 1942 she married Harold R. Swisher. Later, she married Marvin Huberty on Sept. 9, 1973. He died on Sept. 16, 1994.
    She worked for many years in various factories, including Sylvania, Leopold and IAAP. Following her retirement she cleaned home and cared for others. She enjoyed quilting. She was a member of the Terre Haute United Methodist Church.
    Surviving are two sons, Wayne (Karen) Swisher of Lomax, Illinois and Chuck Swisher also of Lomax, two daughters, Donna (Frank) Martin of Canton, Illinois and Joyce Horn of Lomax, 13 grandchildren, several great and great-great-grandchildren and two brothers, Dillworth Jackson of Burlington, Iowa and Marion Jackson of Diana, Texas.
    She was preceded in death by her husbands, two sons, Bobby and Danny Swisher, two grandsons, Jason and Randy Swisher, one great-granddaughter, Jessica Martin, five brothers, Harold, Delbert, Jim, Doc and Ora Jackson and two sisters, Edna Newman and Barb Jackson.
    Graveside services will be held at 11:00am Friday. August 7, 2020 at the Terre Haute Cemetery with Nate McCarter officiating. No visitation is planned. A Memorial fund has been established in her memory.  To leave a condolence and sign the guestbook, please visit her obituary at banksandbeals.com

Harry "Boone" Bradley

Harry “Boone” Bradley

Mr. Harry “Boone” Bradley, 91, of rural Dallas City, Illinois, formerly of LaHarpe, Illinois passed away at 10:22 PM, Wednesday, July 29, 2020 at his home.
He was born August 11, 1928 in Murphysboro, Illinois, the son of Harry William and Anna Toleda Rains Bradley. On December 27, 1952 he married Kathleen M. Peterson in Warsaw, Illinois. She preceded him in death on February 15, 2017.
Mr. Bradley served in the Army Air Corps from 1946 - 1949. Following his graduation from Carthage College he taught science for 34 years. He began his career at the Colusa School and later at LaHarpe School District. He also served as a coach and P.E. Instructor. He drove a school bus for 55 years.
In his younger years he played many sports, including boxing, baseball, softball, football and refereed sports as well. He was an avid outdoors man and craftsman
He was a member of the NRA, the Dallas City Sacred Heart Catholic Church, where he served as Lector for many years, and the Knights of Columbus.
Surviving are three daughters, Mary (Doug) Norvell of Nauvoo, Illinois, Patricia (Joe) Plackett of Springfield, Illinois and Judy (Jeff) Stevenson of Nauvoo; one son, Mike (Brenda) Bradley of LaHarpe; seven grandchildren; Molly Sartorius, Nathan (Day) Sartorius, Brandon (Joy) Plackett, Brianne (Bob) Stuchel, Trent (Leisha) Stevenson, Taylor (Rahul) Stevenson Jakhmola and Cicely Stevenson, eleven great-grandchildren; three sisters, Janet Bilderback of Ava, Illinois, Annie Tucker of Murphysboro, Illinois and Joanie (Jim) Burk of New Athens, Illinois and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his wife, three sisters, Phyllis Bradley, Doris Schneider and May Lou Trammel Staffey, and four brothers, Milford “Barney” Bradley, Clarence “Buzz” Bradley, Joseph “Bucky” Bradley and Bill Bradley.
A private family rosary will be recited at 5:30pm Tuesday, August 4, 2020 at Banks & Beals Funeral Home in LaHarpe followed by an open visitation with the family from 6:00 until 8:00pm A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00am Wednesday, August 5th at the Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Nauvoo, Illinois. Those attending the rosary, visitation and Mass are asked to wear a mask and practice social distancing. Burial, with military rites, will follow in the Calvary Cemetery, Carthage, Illinois. A memorial fund has been established for Blessing Hospice or the Dallas City Sacred Heart Catholic Church. To sign the guestbook and leave a condolence, please visit Harry’s obituary at banksandbeals.com

Elma E. Roskamp

Elma E. Roskamp, 98, of Sutter, passed away Friday morning, July 31, 2020 at 7:04 A.M. at
home.
Elma was born September 20, 1921, the daughter of Louis and Wilhemina (Seeger) Brackensick
in their home near Sutter. She attended Star School near Tioga and graduated from Warsaw
High School, Class of 1939. She worked at Hill-Dodge Bank in Warsaw until her marriage. On
November 9, 1947 she was united in marriage to John Carl Roskamp. He preceded her in death
on July 3, 1990. Elma was an active member of the Bethany United Church of Christ. She taught
Sunday School, was a choir member, participated in their Women’s Fellowship meetings and
enjoyed helping at VBS. Elma also chaired the bloodmobile at the Bethany Fellowship Hall for
many years. She regularly attended Western Illinois United Church of Christ Conference and
Association meetings and held various leadership roles. She was a member of the Get Together
Club for 50+ years and the Bear Creek American Legion Auxiliary. She enjoyed playing cards
with friends in a bi-weekly card club for more than 30 years. In the 98 years of Elma’s life, she
never missed a Bethany Sunday School Christmas Eve program. Her freezer corn and
strawberry-pretzel salad were thoroughly enjoyed at many family and community dinners.
Elma is survived by four sons, Bruce (Jane) Roskamp of Sutter, Gordon (Andrea) Roskamp of
Peoria, Donald (Shirley) Roskamp of Sutter and Max (Debra) Roskamp of Sutter; ten
grandchildren, Lisa Roskamp, Amy (Nadeem) Parker, Tricia (Steve) Schneider, Andrew (Lori)
Roskamp, Jessica (Steve) Woods, Janelle (Eli) Orozco, Joci (Kendall) Shumann, Katie Roskamp,
John (Christy) Roskamp, and Justin Roskamp; four step-grandchildren: Ian, Eva, and Isa Molina
and Jason (Melissa) Shimp; thirteen great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild; one
sister-in-law, Velma Brackensick of Warsaw and numerous nieces and nephews. The family
would also like to thank Jean Roberts, who took such wonderful care of their mother.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, John Carl; three sisters, Lora Brackensick,
Stella (Wilbur) Kunz, Dorothea (Carson) Bruder; three brothers, William (who died in
childhood), Lester (who died as an infant), and Louis Elvin Brackensick; and grandson, Gavin
Carl Roskamp.
A visitation will be held Sunday, August 9th from 3:00 – 8:00 P.M. at Printy Funeral Home in
Warsaw. The family will be present from 5:00 – 8:00 P.M. Private family services will be held at
Bethany United Church of Christ in Tioga with burial in the church cemetery. Memorials may be
directed to the Bethany United Church of Christ. Printy Funeral Home of Warsaw is handling
the arrangements.

Michael "Mike" Dean Roth

Michael “Mike” Dean Roth, 79, of Keokuk, passed away on Friday, July 31, 2020, in Alexandria, Missouri.

Mike was born on October 11, 1940, in Davenport, Iowa, the son of Floyd and Beulah (Shoemaker) Roth. He worked for R W Cardella, and retired from the Keokuk Fire Department. After retirement, he worked part-time for Harrison Monuments in Warsaw. In his free time, Mike enjoyed golfing, fishing, hunting, joyriding in his car, and most importantly, spending time with his grandchildren. 

Mike is survived by his daughter Candice (Michael Dean Sweet) Robinson of Alexandria, Missouri; two granddaughters: Addyson and Naomi Sweet of Alexandria; sisters Betty (Jack) Crocker of Derby, Kansas; Sandra (Don) Hill of Kewanee, Illinois; Janice (Kenny) LeMaster of Revere, Missouri; and Suzan (Ron) Payne, Kathryn (Keith) Oliver, and Vera (Dick) Lillis, all of Keokuk. Other survivors include many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Mike is preceded in death by his parents and his brother Joe Roth.

Mike’s life will be celebrated with a funeral service at 6 pm on Tuesday, August 4, 2020, at DeJong-Greaves-Printy Funeral Home in Keokuk, at 917 Blondeau Street. Burial will follow at a later date. Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 2 to 6 pm, with family meeting friends from 4 to 6 pm at the funeral home.

Memorials may be directed to the Keokuk Fire Department.

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

DeJong-Greaves-Printy Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements

Eleanor A. Link

Eleanor A. Link

 

Eleanor A. Link, 87, of LaHarpe, Illinos, passed away Thursday, July 30, 2020 at the LaHarpe-Davier Health Care Center.

 

Eleanor was born on April 4, 1933 in Dallas City, Illinois, the daughter of Floyd E. and Alma  M. (Kaminski) Klossing. She married Wendell L. Link on July 27, 1951. He survives.

 

Eleanor was raised in Dallas City and graduated Valedictorian of her class in 1951. She was employed by the State Bank of LaHarpe for over 20 years. Later she worked as school librarian for the Dallas City School District. She attended the LaHarpe Christian Church and the LaHarpe Union Church. She was active in the Come Join Us and Happy Helper Clubs and assisted with 4-H. She was a dedicated partner on the farm.

 

Eleanor was an excellent seamstress, avid gardener and a great cook. She never met a stranger and generously prepared food for families in need. She cherished her family, music boxes and fine chocolates. Eleanor and Wendell shared many wonderful vacations, but her favorite place to visit was their condominium in Osage Beach, Missouri. She loved being at the lake.

 

Survivors include her husband, Wendell; three children, Bradley (Sheila) Link of LaHarpe, Barbara (Alan) Mehaffy of Burlington and Susan (Wayne) Bray of LaHarpe; ten grandchildren, Amy (Mike) Pratt of Chatham, Illinois, Amanda (Michael) Donaldson, Teri Finch and Christopher Link all of LaHarpe, Brian (Amanda) Mehaffy of Blandinsville, Mitchell (Jenna) Mehaffy of Cambridge, Illinois, Hayley (Joe) Lindquist of Burlington, Randy (Kelsi) Bray of Colchester, Kevin Bray and Paige Bray both of LaHarpe; one brother, Ed (Rita) Klossing; one sister, Betty Olson all of Dallas City; fourteen great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

 

She was preceded in death by her parents; sister and brother-in-law, Charlotte (Homer) Kipling; brother and sister-in-law, George (Sandra) Klossing and brother-in-law, Gary Olson.

 

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM Tuesday, August 4, 2020 at the LaHarpe Christian Church with Pastor Nate McCarter officiating. Burial will be held at a later date in the LaHarpe Cemetery.

 

The family will receive friends from 10:00 AM until time of services at the church. Mask are encouraged. A memorial fund has been established for the LaHarpe Christian Church or the LaHarpe Union Church.

 

Banks & Beals Funeral Homes is assisting the family. To sign the guest book or leave a condolence please visit Eleanor’s obituary at banksandbeals.com.

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