Beverly Ann Ruhs, 83, of Hamilton, passed away at her home, Wednesday, July 27, 2022 at 10:00 AM.

Beverly was born October 28, 1938, the daughter of Frank and Mary (Bughman) Yetter in Carthage, Illinois.  She graduated from Hamilton High School.  On October 26, 1958, she was united in marriage to Robert Ruhs.  He preceded her in death in 2006.  Beverly had worked as the secretary for the family business, Ruhs Plumbing and Heating, for fifty years.

Beverly is survived by her son, Greg (Joan) Ruhs of Hamilton; grandchildren, Danielle and Nicholas Ruhs; a niece, Terri Bodecker; and special friend, Jerry Hale of Hamilton.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Robert; a sister, Jean Bodecker; and a brother, Bob Yetter.

Graveside services will be held at 10:00 AM Monday, August 1, 2022, at Oakland Cemetery in Hamilton with Pastor Larry Mulch officiating.  Visitation will be held from 6:00 – 8:00 P.M. Sunday evening at Printy Funeral Home in Hamilton.

Elizabeth “Betty” Steele Houston

1941 – 2022

     Elizabeth “Betty” Steele Houston, 80, of Quincy, IL formerly of Keokuk, died Sunday, July 24, 2022 at the Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL.

     She was born November 19, 1941 in Canton, MO the daughter of Thomas Fredrick and Kathryn Ruth Morton Price.

     She graduated from the Keokuk High School with the Class of 1960.

     On November 19, 1961, Elizabeth was united in marriage to Russell “Blackie” Steele, Jr. in Canton, MO. He preceded her in death on January 6, 1988.  She then married Lloyd Houston.  He preceded her in death.

     Elizabeth was employed at Ayerco in Alexandria, MO for over four years and then Lee County Home in Keokuk for over 13 years.

     When living in Keokuk she attended the Calvary Foursquare Church.  She enjoyed attending Bible studies and the fellowship.

     Elizabeth enjoyed listening to Christian music, working in her flower garden, and watching the sun rise, sun set and star gazing.  She enjoyed the beauty of rainbows and appreciating anything that God created.  The glistening of the sun on the water was like seeing diamonds on the water.

   She is survived by four daughters, Corrina Steele of Quincy, Rose Taylor (Timothy) of Alexander, ND, Marla Earnst of Quincy, and Tanya Steele-Bennett (Chris) of Quincy, eleven grandchildren and fifteen great-grandchildren.  She is also survived by one sister, Edith Filz of Bowen, IL, two brothers, John Price of Eden Prairie, MN and Tom Price, Jr. of Hamilton, IL, along with many nieces and nephews.

     Besides her husbands, she was also preceded in death by one grandchild and one sister, Margaret Newberry.

     Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday at the Vigen Memorial Home in Keokuk, IA with Pastor Dan Davis officiating.  Burial will be in the Keokuk National Cemetery.

     Visitation will be after 1 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home with family meeting with friends from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

     Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or to the family.

     Online condolences may be left for the family at www.vigenmemorialhome.com

Alice Marie Schrader, 92, a long time resident of Warsaw, Illinois passed away at
12:15 PM, on July 20, 2022 at Silver Maple Assisted Living in Carthage, Illinois.
Alice was born February 13, 1930, the daughter of William J. and Clara Sharpe
Grunewald in Keokuk, Iowa. She lived all her life in the Warsaw area. She
attended Warsaw Grade School and graduated from Warsaw High School in 1948.
She was united in marriage to Wilfred Carl Schrader October 14, 1949, at the
Warsaw Episcopal Church. He preceded her in death on December 19, 1997. She
enjoyed working in the yard and flower garden and helping her husband on their
farm. She was a member of the Bethlehem United Church of Christ in Sutter and
the Hamilton V.F.W. Auxiliary, where she helped with bingo many years.
Alice is survived by two children, Marlene (David) Schwarz of Keokuk and Brett
(Paula) Schrader of Warsaw; grandchildren, Melissa Seastrand Zedrick, Kimberly
(Satakal Khalsa) Schwarz, Jeffrey (Cara) Schwarz, Whittney Vigen, Dylan (Corbyn)
Schrader, Chad Sparrow, Kristy (Adam) Johnson and Jared (Lisa) Sparrow; and
several great grandchildren and great great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Wilfred; a daughter, Dianne
Zedrick on May 15, 2008; and a brother, William V. Grunewald in 1944.
Graveside services will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, July 30, 2022, at the
Bethlehem United Church of Christ Cemetery in Sutter, Illinois. Memorials may
be directed to the Bethlehem United Church of Christ in Sutter. Printy Funeral
Home in Warsaw is in charge of arrangements.

Carol (Walton) Snyder, 81, formerly of Carthage passed away at 1:45 p.m. on July 7, 2022 at her home surrounded by her family and friends in Massillon, Ohio. 

Carol was born on July 10, 1940, the daughter of Arthur and Olive (Kelly) Walton in Carthage, Illinois.  She was the sixth child of eleven children in her family. Carol spent many years working for cleaning company’s, handmade services, and local churches. She was a companion for many as she would sit and comfort people whenever she got the chance. Carol loved the Lord very much and attended the Assembly of God church in Carthage for many years and then later attended the Church of the Nazarene in Montrose, Iowa. She was an active participant at the Sarah Care of Belden Village where she met many new friends and created lots of fond memories. Carol loved to walk and enjoyed walking through the country looking at nature. Carol’s love of music and dancing, as well as her famous “dough dodgers,” will be missed greatly by her loved ones.

Carol is survived by her children, Scott (Robin) Thompson of Massillon, OH, Larry (Debra) Thompson of Rock Falls, IL, Stacey (Kenneth) Owens of Massillon, OH and granddaughter Carol (Jon) Post of Peoria, IL; her grandchildren Shea Roberts, and Rebecca Burgdorf; her great grandchildren, Chase (Kylie) Coleman, Grace Post, Owen Post, Aiden Post; a brother Pat Walton of Lyndon, IL and many other great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her daughter, Teresa Deck; her brothers Bill Walton, Marion Walton, Bobby Walton, Chris Walton; and her sisters, Rena McIntyre, Ruby Walton, June Riley, Annie Conover, and Sue Walton.

A memorial service will be held at Printy Funeral Home in Carthage at 11:00 a.m. on July 30, 2022. Memorials can be made out to Sarah Care of Belden Village, Ohio. Printy Funeral Home of Carthage is in charge of arrangements.

Alta Marie Reynolds, 93, of Warsaw, passed away at 3:18 PM, Saturday, July 16, 2022, at the Keokuk Area Hospital.

Alta was born April 28, 1929, the daughter of Francis Michael and Laura Ellen (Alberts) Ward in St. Louis, Missouri.  On June 13, 1966, she was united in marriage to William James Reynolds.  He preceded her in death in 2021.  Alta had worked at the Salvation Army Thrift Store for many years where she got to know many people.  She never met a stranger and she became known as “Grandma” to everyone.  She was of the Catholic faith.

Alta is survived by her children, William James “Bill” Reynolds, Jr. of Decatur, Illinois, Elizabeth Lowman and Grayland Bigelow, both of Keokuk, and Ernie (Beth) Bigelow of Eureka, Illinois; grandchildren, Bradley and Steven Reynold, Patricia Householder, Anthony and Tiffiny Atterberg, Samantha Robertson, Jake Bishop, Christopher, Kimberly, Lee and Brandon Bigelow and Windi Wierather; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Bill; a son, Kenneth Bigelow; and siblings, Mary, Ruth and John Johnson, Frances Smith, Laura Zavala, and George and Joseph Ward.

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 AM Monday, July 25, 2022, at the Keokuk National Cemetery.  Memorials may be directed to the Sisters of Charity or All Saints Catholic Church.  Printy Funeral Home of Warsaw is in charge of arrangements.

Glenn E. Barbe

1938-2022

     Glenn E. Barbe, 83 of Keokuk, IA died Monday, July 18, 2022 at Blessing Health Keokuk. 

     He was born August 8, 1938 in Keokuk, IA the son of Glenn C. and Lucille Pfeiferling Barbe.  Glenn graduated from Argyle High School with the class of 1956.

     Glenn was a veteran of the United States Army and proudly served his country from 1963-1967.

     On September 7, 1965 Glenn was united in marriage to Karen Griffith at the Alexandria Presbyterian Church in Alexandria, MO.  She survives.

     Other survivors include several cousins and his beloved dog.

     He was preceded in death by his parents, his step-father, Roe Bradley and his step-mother, Helen Barbe.

     He had been employed by Hubingers/Roquette for thirty-seven and a half years, until his retirement in 1996.

     Glenn enjoyed spending time in his garage tinkering on old cars.  He was a dog lover and loved having his four legged companions by his side. 

     A graveside service with military rites will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday at the Keokuk National Cemetery in Keokuk, IA.

     Visitation will be held prior to the service from 10:00-11:00 a.m., Friday at the Vigen Memorial Home in Keokuk, IA with family meeting with friends at that time.

     Memorials may be made to the Animal Protection League, in care of Barb Bryant.

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

Judy Ann Martens

1943-2022

     Judy Ann Martens, 78 of Keokuk, IA died Monday, July 18, 2022 at her home. 

     She was born October 23, 1943 in Keokuk, IA the daughter of William Edward and Roberta Ann Hedden Ferguson.  She graduated from Keokuk High School with the class of 1963.

     On October 5, 1963 she was united in marriage to Roger Dean Martens in Keokuk.  He survives.

     Other survivors include one son, Joseph “Joe” Dean Martens, Sr. (Kim Bricker) of Keokuk, three grandchildren, Steph Riddle (Matt), Joey Martens (Amber) and T.J. Martens and three great-grandchildren, Jackson Riddle, Grayson Riddle and Wyatt Martens.  She is also survived by one brother, Bill Ferguson (Mary Ellen) of Quincy, IL and one sister, Carol Miller (Ray) of Keokuk and many nieces and nephews.

     She was preceded in death by her parents, one son, her grandparents, one sister-in-law, five brothers-in-law and several aunts and uncles.

     Judy had been employed at Spurgeons, Lexington Square and then retired from Walmart after seventeen years of employment.

     She was a faithful member of New Testament Christian Church in Keokuk.  She participated in the New Testament Women’s Group for many years also helped prepare funeral dinners.

     Judy enjoyed bird watching, embroidery, and playing the organ.  She also enjoyed bowling, watching Iowa Hawkeye football and St. Louis Cardinals baseball games.  She loved traveling on church trips and to her grandchildren’s sports activities.

     A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, July 25, 2022 at the New Testament Christian Church in Keokuk with Pastor Derek Olsen officiating. 

     Visitation will be held prior to the service from 10:00-11:00 a.m., Monday, July 25, 2022 at the church with family meeting with friends at that time.

     Memorials may be made to the New Testament Christian Church or St Jude Children’s Hospital.

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

Vernon “Skip” Garner

1943-2022

     Vernon “Skip” Garner, 78 of Donnellson, IA died Thursday, July 14, 2022 at his home surrounded by his loved ones.

     He was born November 22, 1943 in Quincy, IL the son of Charles and Neva Chambers Garner. 

     On February 18, 1972, Skip was united in marriage to Letha Bender in Kahoka, MO.  She survives.

     Other survivors include two daughters, Shelly Curran of Keokuk and Melissa Mays of Fontana, CA, three sons, Troy Garner (Joanne Dixson) of Belton, MO, Kevin Garner (Stevie) of Argyle, IA and Chuck Garner (Jess) of Dysart IA, four grandchildren, Tyler Mueller (Jenny) of Farmington, IA, Caylie Cherry (Angel) of Montrose, IA, Jordan Mays of Fontana, CA and Alexis Garner of Dysart, IA, and two great-grandsons, Ian Martin of Farmington, IA and Rowan Cherry of Montrose, IA.  He is also survived by one sister, Patty Campbell of Marion, IL and many nieces and nephews.  

     He was preceded in death by his parents.

     Skip had been employed at Holland Trucking as a diesel mechanic and later at St. Louis Gear in quality control.  He was the owner and operator of L&L Kart Mart and S&L Collectibles.

     In his younger years, Skip enjoyed spending time outdoors fishing at the family cabin in Meredosia, IL.  He loved rebuilding motors in his garage, was an IKF tech specialist and had built hundreds of motors for karters.  He was passionate about anything that had to do with racing.  He was the IKF National Champion in the senior sportsman class.   He especially enjoyed attending racing events.  Most of all, nothing was more important to Skip than his family.

     A Gathering of Remembrance will be held from 5:00-7:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 19 at the Vigen Memorial Home in Keokuk, IA with family meeting with friends at that time.

     Memorials may be made to Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice.

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

Jacob Roy Esterday, 40, of Lincoln, California, formerly of Hamilton, passed away Tuesday, May 31, 2022, in Roseville, California.

Jacob was born November 11, 1981, in Carthage Illinois, the son of George Charles and Sharon Kay (Huls) Esterday.  He held various jobs in construction, agriculture, and industry.  Jacob was an outdoorsman who loved hunting and fishing.

Jacob was a registered organ and tissue donor in the state of California.  His gifts have already saved the lives of several people and will help to improve the lives of countless others.

Jacob is survived by two sons, Camren and Ethan Esterday, both of Hamilton; his mother, Sharon (Chuck) Anderson of Hamilton; a sister, Jessica Esterday of Keokuk; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, a niece, and two nephews.

Jacob was preceded in death by his father, George, paternal grandparents, Clifford and Kathryn Esterday, and maternal grandparents, Myron and Virginia Huls.

A memorial service will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, July 20, 2022 at Printy Funeral Home in Hamilton with burial to follow in Oakwood Cemetery in Hamilton.  The family will meet with friends from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.  Tuesday evening, July 19, 2022, at Printy Funeral Home in Hamilton.

Memorials may be directed to Gift of Hope (organ and tissue donor network).

Henry George Shipman, age 83, of Dallas City, Illinois, passed away Monday, July 11, 2022 at Countryview Care Center in Macomb, Illinois.  He was born October 7, 1938 in Webster, Illinois, the son of Cecil and Margie Klossing Shipman Sr.  On November 18, 1962, he married Sonja Maynard in Pontoosuc, Illinois.

Henry worked as a farmhand earlier in life, then was employed at US Borax & Dial Corporation for 38 years.  He coached baseball and basketball when his children were younger.  He enjoyed hunting, camping, taking photos and collecting rocks and Farmall equipment, and was a fan of the St. Louis Cardinal Baseball Team.  He was a member of the Grace Bible Church of Dallas City.

Survivors include his wife of 59 years: Sonja, one son: Steve (Mary) Shipman of Basco, IL, one daughter: Rhonda (Tony) Francis of Clarksville, MO, nine grandchildren: Jeremy, Josh, Jennifer, Colten, Ethan, Amanda, Steven, Lexis, and Arianna, eighteen great grandchildren, one great great grandchild, two sisters: Shirley (Paul) Gorrell of Burlington, IA, Carolyn Read of Macon, MO, two brothers: Cecil (Iola) Shipman of Ferris, IL, Clifford Shipman of Blandinsville, IL, and one sister in law: Janet Shipman of Blandinsville, IL. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, one son: Rodney Shipman, one brother: Carl Shipman, one sister: Mildred Lewis, one sister in law: Jeannie Shipman, and two brothers in law: Vernon Read and Marion Lewis.

The funeral service for Mr. Shipman will be at 10:00 a.m. Friday, July 15, 2022 at Banks & Beals Funeral Home in Dallas City.   Burial will follow in the Webster Cemetery. Friends may call after 2:00 p.m. Thursday at Banks & Beals, where the family will be present from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m.  Memorials have been established for Grace Bible Church and Beacon of Hope Hospice.  Please visit Henry’s obituary at banksandbeals.com to sign the guest book and leave a condolence.

Roline Ann Fenton, 81, of Urbandale, IA, formerly of Keokuk, IA, passed away on Saturday, July 9, 2022, at her home in Urbandale.

Roline was born March 24, 1941, the daughter of Charles Ambrose and Grace Ann (Varner) Sapp in Keokuk, Iowa.  She attended Keokuk High School, graduating in 1958, and was united in marriage to Clarence Curfman, Jr. on May 9, 1959 in Whittier, Alaska. He preceded her in death in 1999.  

On February 5, 1977, she was united in marriage to James Richard Fenton. He preceded her in death in 2012.  

Roline was employed in the Keokuk area for several years before taking a job with Northwestern Bell. While working at Northwestern Bell, a job transfer took her to Spencer, IA, where she then worked as a bank teller, hospital employee, and served as the Cash Office Manager for Walmart in Spencer from 1998 until her retirement in 2008. She then moved to Ankeny, and eventually to Urbandale. 

After her retirement, Roline spent time enjoying family gatherings and spending hours with her children and grandchildren, who she loved more than anything. Her most frequent wish was that her grandchildren would “just grow up to be happy.” Seeing pictures of her grandchildren and having family and friends visit was what brought her the most joy. She also loved to travel, her favorite spots being Florida and the Keokuk area.

Roline is survived by her children, Staci (Scott) Mead of Waukee, Iowa, Julie (Tyrone) Rowse of Warsaw, Missouri and Kevin (Mary) Curfman of Baton Rouge, Louisiana; a son-in-law, Kevin Slayton of Des Moines; fourteen grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; five great grandchildren; five step great grandchildren; and siblings, Melvin Sapp and Roy (Pam) Sapp, of Keokuk, Iowa, Charles Sapp of Oklahoma City and Dave (Von) Sapp of Keokuk; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was preceded by her parents; husbands, Clarence and James; two daughters, Jamie Fenton and Linda Slayton; and siblings, Jim Sapp, Ruth Gooding, Mary Moeller, Betty Boyer, Esther Kehler, Bob Sapp and Lydell Sapp.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, July 16, 2022, at Printy Funeral Home in Hamilton with burial to follow in Oakwood Cemetery in Hamilton.  Visitation will be held from 10:00 until Noon at Printy Funeral Home in Hamilton.  Memorials may be directed to The ALS Association Iowa Chapter 3636 Westown Parkway - Suite 204 - West Des Moines, IA 50266.  Printy Funeral Home of Hamilton is in charge of the arrangements.

Mary O. Woodworth

1947 – 2022

     Mary O. Woodworth, 75, of Nauvoo, IL, passed away on Saturday, July 9, 2022 after a battle with cancer surrounded by her friends and family.

     She was born on March 20, 1947, the daughter of the late Lynn and O’Dean Felgar of Hamilton, IL.

     Mary had several interests throughout her life.  Spending time outdoors and walking through the woods was a very peaceful time.  She enjoyed feeding the birds, photography, gardening, hunting mushrooms, making projects from barn wood and going to auctions.  She grew up singing gospel music with her siblings and later on with her daughter.  Mary had a great sense of humor and enjoyed making people laugh.

     Her faith was very important to her and she was bold to share her love for Christ.  Peace is not found in material things in this world but through a relationship with Jesus Christ.

     She is survived by her daughter, Kristin Young of Ottumwa, IA, special daughter Lisa Leazer of Keokuk, IA, brothers, Bob Felgar (Marti) of Madison, AL, Stan Felgar (Brenda) of Argyle, IA, one sister-in-law, Ginny Felgar of Warsaw, IL, three grandchildren, Joel (Taylor) Murdock, Kody Murdock and Briana Murdock (Yoshi), one great-grandchild along with nieces and nephews.  She is also survived by close friends, Barb McNally, Lois Mallott, Peg Webster and very special friend Susi Fisher and the special family at Lee County Hospice.

     Besides her parents she was also preceded in death by her sisters, Judy Lewig and Madeline Jean Felgar, brothers, Claire, Gary and Vance Felgar.  And not to forget her best fur babies, Annie, Babe and Lexi.

      Per Mary’s wishes there will be no services.

     Memorials may be sent to PAWS Animal Shelter or 2x4’s For Hope in Ft. Madison, IA.

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

Jim E. Dennis

Jim Everett Dennis, 73, of Quincy, formerly of Warsaw, IL passed from this life at home surrounded by his family on July 4, 2022.  

Jim was born on August 31, 1948 in Pea Ridge Township, Brown County, to George W.  and Fern (House) Dennis. He married Sharon Green in 1967. Later he married Margaret F. Johnson (Casady) on June 24, 1989.

He graduated from V.I.T. high school in 1966 and from Western Illinois University in 1970. Jim was the first in his family to earn a college degree.  He had been an educator, teaching in the classroom, substitute teaching, and working in various special education roles for many years. After 22 years with the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services, where he worked as a child welfare specialist, abuse and neglect investigator, and in licensing foster homes, Jim retired in 2008 to focus on his ever-growing family, hobbies and volunteer work. He had a passion for service in his local community and beyond. Jim was an ordained elder in the Warsaw Presbyterian Church and a deacon in the Table Grove Community Church. He had been a Cub Scout leader, hospice and Blessing Hospital volunteer. Jim was unapologetically liberal and religiously progressive and had a diversity of friends.

Jim loved people, games, and competitions, frequently gathering people together to participate in trivia, quiz bowl, croquet, fantasy football, and family poker games. He created many competitions just to get “his people” together.  He read thousands of books, tried his hand at writing one himself, bowled in local and national tournaments, coached softball, umpired, and loved watching women’s basketball. He sponsored 3 on 3 teams for over 20 years, paying entry fees and buying matching shirts for the youth who participated. As a young adult, Jim managed his own slow pitch softball teams and tournaments for several years. He loved babies, holding them on his lap and making sure to count each of their toes.

His wife, Margaret Johnson-Dennis, of Quincy, survives. He is also survived by children David Dennis (Ruthie) of Plymouth, Randall Dennis (Tracy) of Chelsea, MI, Jonita Brunier (Chris) of Quincy, Amy Dennis-Morton (Thomas) of Bloomington, William Casady (Barbara) of Warsaw, Debra Casady-Roskamp (Max) of Sutter, and Paul Casady of Keokuk, IA.   One brother, Ted Dennis (Linda) of Belleville, special “pseudo-son”, Kevin Moon of Adair and a very special nephew that was like a little brother, Carl Beebe (Robin) and his Beebe crew of Vermont also survive. Grandchildren include Jeremiah (Karen), Phillip, Danielle, Colton (Michelle), Victoria, Elijah, Payton, Hannah, Taylor, Alexander, Adalyn, Isabella, Jenna (Steve), Megan, Rachel (Kevin), John (Christy), Justin, Janelle, Joel, and Jessica, and 11 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by dozens of nieces and nephews who have looked to Jim as the family patriarch.  

Jim was preceded in death by his parents, siblings, Lyndelle Dennis, George C. Dennis, Linda Dennis Sheets, Johnny Dennis, Benny Dennis, Nancy Dennis Beebe, Erma Dennis, infant sister Peggy Dennis; his infant daughter Ann Marie Dennis, and grandson Gavin Roskamp. 

Jim had survived the many health challenges of a genetic disorder, Marfan Syndrome, most of his adult life and lost several siblings and nieces to this disease.  He survived multiple open-heart surgeries, but could not defeat the cancer that took his life.

In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to the First Presbyterian Church of Warsaw or to CASA Advocacy Network for Children, 1420 Harrison St., Quincy, IL 62301.

Visitation will be from 3 pm to 8 pm on Friday, July 15, with family meeting friends from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Printy Funeral Home in Warsaw, Illinois. Services will be held at the First Presbyterian Church of Warsaw on Saturday, July 16, at 11 a.m. with family meeting friends from 10 a.m. until time of service. Interment of the ashes will follow services at Oakland Cemetery in Warsaw.

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

Printy Funeral Home of Warsaw is in charge of arrangements.

Cynthia P. Walker, 71, of Hamilton, passed away at 1:15 PM Tuesday, July 5, 2022, at the University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City.

Cynthia was born May 17, 1951, in Keokuk, Iowa, the daughter of William and Dorothy (Miller) Mill.  On September 1, 1968, she was united in marriage to Robert Walker at the Presbyterian Church in Keokuk.  Cynthia has worked Flowers by Daryl in Keokuk for many years and was the manager of Whitey’s Bar in Hamilton from 1994 to present.  She enjoyed her dogs and was an avid St. Louis Cardinal’s fan, but her family and spending time with them was the center of her life. She was especially good with her grandchildren, nieces and nephews, and all children.

Cynthia is survived by her husband, Robert, of Hamilton; two sons, Robert “Whitey” (Angela) Walker of Burlington and Brian “B.J.” Walker of Hamilton; step-daughter, Kathy Evans of Orlando, Florida; three grandchildren, Stephanie (Conner) Brockett, Evan Walker and Gavin Walker; two step-grandchildren, Tripp and Katy Evans; a brother, Bill Mills of Keokuk; a sister, Barb Gassaway of Keokuk; and nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was preceded by her parents; and three siblings, Leitha, Debbie and Randy.

A memorial service will be held at 4:00 P.M. Saturday afternoon, July 9, 2022, at Printy Funeral Home in Hamilton.  Family will meet friends from 1:00 P.M. until time of services at 4:00 at the funeral home.  Printy Funeral Home of Hamilton is in charge of the arrangements.

CeCelia Ann Bunch, 89, of Muscatine, formerly of Keokuk, passed away Saturday,
July 2, 2022, at Premier Estates in Muscatine.
CeCelia was born August 14, 1932, in Burlington, Iowa, the daughter of Michael
and Myra (Younkin) Kuhn. On February 14, 1956, she was united in marriage to
Kenneth L. Bunch in Burlington, Iowa. CeCelia had worked as a secretary for
Hoerner Box Company, Keokuk Area School District and Hy-Vee. She was a
member of the Daughters of the American Revolution. CeCelia enjoyed sewing,
quilting, and traveling to Eureka Springs, Arkansas twice a year. She was an avid
St. Louis Cardinals fan and loved hunting for geodes.
CeCelia is survived by her son, Kirt (Jena) Bunch of Muscatine, Iowa; two
grandsons, Kevin and Kristopher; two great granddaughters; and one great
grandson.
She was preceded in death by her husband Kenneth; two sons, Michael Joseph
and Kyle Edward; and a sister, Cynthia Lundgren.
A memorial service will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, July 13, 2022, at
DeJong-Greaves-Printy Funeral Home in Keokuk with burial to follow in Oakland
Cemetery in Keokuk. Memorials may be directed to the Spondylitis Association of
America, 16430 Ventura Blvd., Ste. 300, Encino, CA 91436. DeJong-Greaves-Printy
Funeral Home of Keokuk is in charge of the arrangements.

Kenneth LaVern “Kenney” Soper, Sr.

1946-2022

     Kenneth LaVern “Kenney” Soper, Sr., 75 of Keokuk, IA died Saturday, July 2, 2022 at his home. 

     He was born October 12, 1946 in Kahoka, MO the son of John Norman and Hazel McDonald Soper. 

     On December 22, 1973 Kenney was united in marriage to Carolyn Wheatley in Kahoka, MO.  She survives.

     Other survivors include two daughters, Shawna M. Graves (Shon) of Keokuk and Dalean G. Soper of Keokuk, one son, Kenneth L. Soper, Jr. of Keokuk, four grandchildren, Kurtis L. Soper (Alicia) of Keokuk, A’Kaysion Y. Soper of Columbia, MO, KeyShawn I. White (Jaelyn) of Keokuk and Karter L. Soper of Keokuk, three great-grandchildren, Baylor Craine of Keokuk, XZayvien K. Soper of Columbia, MO and Zaelei M. White of Keokuk.  He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

     He was preceded in death by his parents, his step-father, Charlie Stevenson, five brothers and several nieces and nephews.

     Kenney had been employed by several different manufacturers through the years including Wagner Solutions and Sheller Globe and had also worked as a truck driver. 

     Kenney enjoyed spending time outdoors fishing, working on trucks, tinkering around the house and watching sports on television.  Above all else, Kenney loved spending time with his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. 

     A Celebration of Life will be held from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Saturday, July 9, 2022 in the Meierotto shelter house at Victory Park in Keokuk.

     In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family.

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

Lawrence Dale “Larry” Davis “LD”

1951 – 2022

     Lawrence Dale “Larry” Davis “LD”, 70 of Keokuk, IA, died Tuesday, July 5, 2022 at the West Point Care Center in West Point, IA.

     He was born on December 23, 1951 in Keokuk, the son of Ralph and Peggy (Percival) Davis.  He graduated from Bear Creek High School in Morrison, CO with the Class of 1970.

     Larry had worked as a semi-truck driver and at several manufacturers including Sheller Globe, Foote Mineral and CHMI.  He also worked as a bartender at several local establishments.  Most recently he had owned and operated the Starlite Lounge in Keokuk.

     He enjoyed riding his Harley and shooting pool.  He was a talented woodworker and especially enjoyed making picture frames, shelves and coasters.

    He is survived by his father, Ralph Davis of Keokuk, four sons, Tobias “Toby” Davis (Irene Vega) of Montrose, Steve Davis of Keokuk, Matthew Nelson (Trisha Elder) of Keokuk and Isaac Malloy (Halley) of Keokuk, one daughter, Kelsey Washburne (Zach Lewis) of Iowa City and numerous grandchildren.  He is also survived by two brothers, Steve “Gus” Davis (Diana) of Hamilton and Mike Phillips (Refina Torres) of Patterson, CA, one sister, Debbie Miller (Ronald) of Keokuk and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his mother and his grandparents.

     A memorial service will be held at 12 noon, Monday at the Vigen Memorial Home in Keokuk, IA with Pastor Rick Kent and Pastor John Happs officiating. 

      Visitation will be held prior to the service Monday, from 11:00 a.m.-12 noon, at the funeral home with family meeting with friends at that time.

     Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

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

Sydney Diane Garcia

1956-2022

     Sydney Diane Garcia, 65 of Keokuk, IA died Wednesday, June 29, 2022 at her home.

     She was born August 29, 1956 in Keokuk, IA the daughter of David LeRoy and Judith Faye Murphy Harrison.

     On December 20, 1975 Sydney was united in marriage to Elmer “Al” Garcia in Hamilton, IL.  He preceded her in death on March 26, 2016.

     Sydney was of the Catholic faith and had been baptized at St. Mary’s Catholic Church.

    She enjoyed watching Thursday night PBS on television, cooking and taking joy rides around town with the top down in her convertible.

     Sydney is survived by two sons, Samuel Garcia (Cindy Carrey) of Hamburg, NY and Richie Garcia of California, two step-daughters, Jennine Rose Harrison of Burlington, IA and Heather Queen (Drew) of New Hampshire, nine grandchildren, Clara Rose, Juliana Maria, Gabriella Lee, Keri, Michael, Kelsey, Ryan, Sofie and Madaline and two great-grandchildren, Kaden and Kyson.  She is also survived by one sister, Mary Ellen Groves of Keokuk, two brothers, David LeRoy Harrison of Mt. Pleasant, IA and Anthony Wayne Murphy (LouAnn) of Osage, IA, one step-sister, Kathy Morris (John) of Keokuk, four half-sisters, Vickie Gilbert (Ray) of Wayland, MO, Amy Harrison of Keokuk, Becky Crowell (Shawn) and Rachel Robinson (Mark) of Carbondale, IL and many nieces and nephews.

    Besides her husband, she was also preceded in death by her parents.

     There will be no services.

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

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