Gary Ross Rockelman

1941-2022

     Gary Ross Rockelman, 81 of Wayland, MO died Tuesday, November 29, 2022 at his home. 

     He was born March 30, 1941 in Keokuk, IA the son of Ross Loren and Beverly Gaynell Schard Rockelman.  Gary graduated from Keokuk High School. 

     Gary was first united in marriage to Donna Sue Kamps.  To this union, were born three children, Todd, Sean and Cindy.  They divorced in 1973.  Gary later had one son, Shane with Lois Horter.  

     Gary had been employed by Midwest Carbide and later owned and operated R&R Electric.  He was also a union electrician.   

     Gary enjoyed watching sports and was an avid Chicago Cubs baseball fan.  He loved spending time with his four-legged companion, Diamond, who was his protector and cuddle bug. 

    Gary is survived by four children, Cindy Buntin (Danny) of Wayland, MO, Todd Rockelman of Alexandria, MO, Sean Rockelman, Shane Rockelman and Kirsty Teeters all of Keokuk, nine grandchildren, Tiffanie West Bennett (Ralph), Johnathan West (Siera Mitchell), James West (Briana Crosson), Courtney Rockelman, Kelsee Rockelman-Dobler (Jake), Trent Rockelman (Chloe), Seth Wise-Rockelman, Alliyah Current and Rikki Happs and sixteen great-grandchildren, Brooke, Gerrick, Dawn, Gracie, Aidan, Patrick, Jaedyn, Callie, Grayson, Bexley, Rosie, Enzlee, Ryker, Olivia, Kayson and Kendrick.  He is also survived by one sister, Peggy Jones of Keokuk and two nephews, Donnie Jones (Angie) and Jeff Jones. 

     He was preceded in death by his parents, one granddaughter, Valerie Williams, one great-grandson, Ross Rockelman, one daughter-in-law, Mary Rockelman and close friend, Pam Grimsley. 

     A celebration of life will be held at a later date. 

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

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

Suzanne C. Marson, 76, of Nauvoo, Illinois passed away on November 25, 2022 at Memorial Hospital in Carthage.

Suzanne was born on October 14, 1946 in Schenectady, New York, the daughter of Robert E. and  Ottilie (Glennon) Johnson. She graduated from Niskayuna High School in 1964. Suzanne was united in marriage to William D. Marson on August 26, 1978 at the Plymouth Bethesda United Church in Utica, New York. She was a member of the Elvaston Presbyterian Church and Order of the Eastern Star, Grace Chapter #67. Suzanne was a homemaker and along with these duties, she also helped in the day to day operations on the farm. She enjoyed her weekly bible studies and singing in the church choir.

Suzanne is survived by two sons: Edward (Michelle) Marson of Chicago, Illinois and John Marson of Basco, Illinois; a brother Randy (Becky) Johnson of Florida; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Suzanne is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, a daughter Laura in 1996 and a sister Jean Carpenter.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 AM on Saturday, December 3,2022 at Printy Funeral Home in Carthage. Burial will follow at Oakwood Cemetery in Hamilton. Visitation will be held at Printy Funeral Home in Carthage on Friday from 4-8 PM, with family meeting friends from 6-8 PM.

Memorials may be directed to Memorial Hospital Foundation.

Printy Funeral Home in Carthage is in charge of arrangements.

Charlie Burnett passed away on November 24, 2022, at Blessing Hospital in Quincy IL.

Charlie was born on September 21, 1955, to Mark and Mamie Burnett in Keokuk, Iowa. 

He went to school in Warsaw IL. He was always a hard worker, as a kid he worked for the local farmers to make money. He worked several different jobs but the one he loved the most was Alliance Patterns. Even as a young man he loved kids.  Some of his best times was coaching little league with his older brother Floyd.  After that he went on to coach his daughter’s softball team. He would light up when he talked about that. He was loved by many for always being so willing to jump in and help anyone. He loved doing the food pantry at church. Everyone loved his crazy sense of humor. He could always make you laugh in the hardest times. He loved woodworking, after he retired, it became his “fun” job. He made some beautiful rocking horses which he loved doing. On June 26, 1998, he married Mary Burnett at the First Baptist Church in Hamilton IL. She survives.  

He belongs to Calvary Foursquare Church in Keokuk IA. Pastor Dan quickly became a dear friend and “Brother” to Charlie. When Charlie became ill, he would always visit him in the hospital and when he would come home, Pastor would come every Friday with a cup of coffee. Pastor retired and that was hard for Charlie. He finally realized that though Pastor was retired, he didn’t lose him as a friend and confidante. Pastor Adam was becoming very dear to him after he realized he was not losing his connection with Pastor Dan.

Charlie is survived by his wife Mary, of Hamilton; sons, Ben (Julie) Scott (Billie); a daughter – Barby (Kollin); grandchildren – Josh (Brooke), Beth (Chris), Benny (Alley), Katelyn, Ashley (Bo), Andrew (Serenity) and Draven Jones; great grandchildren, Jordan, Hayleigh, J.D., Izzy and Brenlee; three sisters and one brother.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Floyd and Ron, sisters Jackie and Ruby.

A memorial service will be held at Printy Funeral Home in Hamilton on Saturday, December 3rd at 11 a.m.

Jessica Crowell

1986 – 2022

     Jessica “Jessie” Nicole Schmid Crowell, 35 of Keokuk, was reunited with her husband on Saturday, November 26th, 2022, at 9:25pm. She passed at University of Iowa Hospital after fighting long and valiantly to recover from a heart attack. 

     Jessica was born on December 1st, 1986 to Cynthia Schmid. She was Cynthia’s only child and was doted on and loved beyond belief. Jessie married her best friend, the love of her life, her soul mate, Chris Crowell on May 14, 2008. He preceded her in death on May 16th, 2022. 

     Jessie loved her family and children. Her life revolved around her children. There wasn’t anything Jessie wouldn’t do for them. Jessie was an avid reader and particularly enjoyed James Patterson and Lisa Jackson books. She enjoyed collecting geodes and arrowheads with her late husband and children. Jessie loved tie-dye. You would be hard pressed to find her in something that wasn’t tie dyed. Jessie was an animal lover through and through with a special place in her heart for special needs cats. 

At the time of her passing Jessie was on maternity leave from MOD convenience store in Keokuk for the birth of her and Chris’ youngest child.

     Jessie is survived by her children. Todd Crowell, Courtney Crowell (RJ Bryant), Sherry Crowell, Bryce Crowell, and Alexis Crowell. She also leaves behind one grandson, Tylor Crowell. Other survivors include her mother and father-in-law, Bennie “B.J.” and Diana Crowell, brother and sister-in-law Daniel and Jackie Crowell, sister and brother-in-law, Kristi and Josh Sackman, cousin Ryan Schmid, nieces Nastasya Blaise (George), Shae Kelts, and Landri Washburn, nephews Zachary Kohl, Dominic Kohl, Hunter Schrader, Noah Washburn, and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousin on her husband’s side. 

    Jessie was preceded in death by her loving husband, her mother Cynthia Schmid, grandparents Paul and Jean Schmid, grandfather-in-law Gene Pezley, great-aunt Mary Carlson, her uncles Kevin and Anthony Schmid, grandparent- in-law Eddie and Betty Crowell, and infant niece Annabella Sackman.

    A memorial service will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, December 2, 2022 at the Vigen Memorial Home in Keokuk with Pastor Steven Hendricksmeyer officiating. 

     Visitation will be held just prior to the service from 5 – 7 p.m. Friday with the family meeting with friends at that time.

     Memorials may be made to the family.

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

Alice Marie (Gilliam) Johnson, 66, of Bowen, passed away on Tuesday, November 22, 2022, at Aspire Nursing and Rehabilitation of Donnellson, Iowa.

Alice was born on June 18, 1956, in Keokuk, Iowa, the daughter of Lawrence and Elizabeth (Spriggs) Gilliam. Alice owned and operated Johnson’s Grocery in Bowen for several years. She later worked as a cook at the Jiffy Stop in Carthage, and was later employed at Rhodes Market in Augusta, the Post Office, Chem-Gro and Fast Stop throughout her working career. 

Alice loved her family, especially taking her nieces and nephews to the county fair. She enjoyed spending her free time camping and playing cards, and her favorite holiday was always Halloween, going all-out every year. Alice was a friend to everyone and was always willing to lend a helping hand. If you were the underdog, you knew Alice was rooting for you.

Alice is survived by two sisters: Betsy Welty of Palmyra, Missouri, and Faith (Patrick) Thompson of Warsaw; her good friend Teresa Wood of Bowen, Illinois; and several nieces and nephews. 

Alice is preceded in death by her parents and her sister Florence Rohrbough.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 am on Monday, November 28, 2022, at Printy Funeral Home in Warsaw. Burial will follow at Oakland Cemetery in Warsaw. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Sunday from 1 to 5 pm, with family meeting friends from 3 to 5 pm. 

Memorials may be directed to the Assembly of God church in Warsaw, Compassus Hospice or Aspire Nursing and Rehabilitation of Donnellson.

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

Printy Funeral Home of Warsaw is in charge of arrangements.

Phyllis Marguerite Burke

1924-2022

     Phyllis Marguerite Burke, 98, of Keokuk, IA died Wednesday, November 23, 2022 at River Hills Village in Keokuk.

     She was born March 26, 1924 in Keokuk, IA the daughter of Phillip Edward and Marguerite Schmid Filz.  Phyllis graduated from Wayland High School with the class of 1942.  She then attended Gem City Business College in Quincy, IL. 

     On Thanksgiving Day, November 22, 1945 Phyllis was united in marriage to Raymond Burke in Kahoka, MO.  He preceded her in death in 1972.

     Phyllis had been employed at several local businesses through the years, including Midwest Carbide, Dreydens, Swifts Turkey Processing and the Keokuk Community School District.  She later was employed by Lee County Recorder’s Office as the Deputy Recorder until her retirement in 1987.

     Phyllis was of the Catholic faith and attended St. Francis DeSales Church in Keokuk and later All Saints Parish where she was active in several committees including the Rosary Society and Ladies of Charity where she assisted in funeral dinners.  She was also a member of the Business and Professional Women.

     Phyllis was an avid reader and enjoyed going to the library.  She loved working in her vegetable garden and canned all of the green beans that she grew every summer.  Phyllis was wonderful cook and made delicious meals for her family to enjoy.  She loved to travel and never missed an opportunity to take off on an adventure with her sister and cousin.  

     She is survived by two sons, Dennis Burke (Melody) of Montrose, IA and  James Burke of Keokuk, one daughter, Jeanne Ferris of Rock Island, IL, four grandchildren, Daniel Burke, Robert Burke, Scott Burke and Jenna Schofield, one step-granddaughter, Michelle Sage and three great-grandchildren, Sean Burke, Dylan Burke and Keegan Burke.  She is also survived by one sister, Joanne Hopson (Karl) of Eerie, IL, one brother, Robert Filz (Edith) of Bowen, IL, one sister-in-law, Pat Filz of Quincy, IL and several nieces and nephews.

     Besides her husband, she was also preceded in death by her parents, one sister, Vera Zinnert and two brothers, Alan “Peanut” Filz and Richard Filz.         

     A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, at All Saints Parish in Keokuk with Reverend David Brownfield, Ph.D. officiating.  Burial will be in the Keokuk National Cemetery.

     Memorials may be made to All Saints Parish.   

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

Mindy Louise Gilbert Schofield

1971-2022

      Mindy Louise Gilbert Schofield, 51, of Carthage, IL passed away Monday November 21, 2022 at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL. 

     Mindy was born on July 7, 1971 in Keokuk IA, to Barb Ferguson and Delbert Gilbert. Mindy grew up in Keokuk and graduated from Keokuk High School with the class of 1989.

     Mindy married Jeffrey Schofield April 15, 2000.  Mindy was a caring and loving soul who would do anything for the people that she loved.  She enjoyed working and was working at Henniges Automotive when she became ill.  After taking leave she spent her time doing things that she loved for as long as she could.  Up until she could no longer do it Mindy loved to be outside gardening and planting flowers.  She settled down and really got a knack for crafting.  She was always making things for her children and grandchildren.  Mindy loved spending all her free time with her grandkids.  Below you will read that Mindy is survived by her four children, but anyone who knew Mindy knew she was “mom” to way more than four Mindy took in any and all kids who ever needed a helping hand.  She had a huge heart and she wore it on her sleeve.

     Mindy is survived by her husband Jeff and her four children, Blake Gilbert of Carthage, IL, Ashley (Travis) Bergheger of Carthage, IL, Drake Schofield of Fairfield, IA, Devin (Whitney) Schofield of Donnellson, IA.  She is also survived by her parents, Barb (Larry) Ferguson of Keokuk, IA and Delbert (Kelley) Gilbert of Keokuk, IA, her sister, Michelle Mikaelson of Shallotte, NC, six grandchildren, Akadian, Akillian, Xander, Janice, Ezra, Tristan, a niece, Mariah, two nephews, Tristan and Kyle and several other nieces and nephews, five step-sisters, Kathy (Gale) Howell of Kahoka, MO, Lucy (Mike) Benedict of Fairfield, IA, Lisa (Jesse) Donaldson of Ft. Madison, IA, Mary (Keith) Skinner of Keokuk and Marcia Lott of Keokuk and one sister-in-law, Crista (Jonathan) Dulguime. 

     Mindy was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, James Gilbert, Kathryn (Howard) Jarvis, her maternal grandparents, John and Fern Korschgen, and her mother and father-in-law, Susan and Wayne Hobbs.

     A gathering of remembrance will be held Friday from 4 – 6 p.m. at the Vigen Memorial Home in Keokuk with the family meeting with friends at that time.

     Memorials may be made to the Vigen Memorial Home for final expenses.  

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

Curtis “Curt” Becker, 72, of Warsaw, passed away on Monday, November 21, 2022, at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, Illinois.

Curt was born on June 6, 1950, in Macomb, Illinois, the son of Bernard and Ruth (Wood) Becker. He graduated from Warsaw High School in 1968, and on March 11, 1972, he was united in marriage to Deborah Rohrbough in Warsaw, Illinois.

Curt was employed at Roquette (Formerly Hubingers) for thirty-eight years. He was an active member of his community and was a member of the Warsaw Fire Department for almost 30 years, Lions Club, Spunky Point Senior Center, American Legion Ralph Parker Post #682, VFW Post #9802, and the Hancock County Veterans Affairs Committee. In his free time, Curt could be found racing RC cars or working in his yard and around the house. Curt proudly served his country in the United States Army in the 101st Airborne, Company F, 41st Infantry, during the Vietnam War, receiving his honorable discharge. During his service, he received the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Air Medal, Combat Infantry Badge, Army Commendation Medal, Sharpshooter and the Bronze Star.   

Curt is survived by his wife Deb Becker of Warsaw; two sons: Chris (Michele) Becker and Andy Becker, both of Warsaw; two granddaughters: Chloe and Caleigh Becker, both of Warsaw; his brother C. Craig (Denyse) Becker of Ozark, Missouri; two nephews: Corey (Sarah) Becker of Ozark, Missouri, and Collin (Dana) Becker of Osage Beach, Missouri; two great-nephews: Dawson and Noah; and a great-niece Addie.

Curt is preceded in death by his parents.

A memorial service with military honors will be held at 4 pm on Saturday, November 26, 2022, at Printy Funeral Home in Warsaw. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Saturday from noon to 4 pm directly before the service.

Memorials may be directed to the Warsaw Fire Department, Spunky Point Senior Center or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

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

Printy Funeral Home of Warsaw is in charge of arrangements.

Robert Dale Seabold

1931-2022

     Robert Dale Seabold, 91, of Keokuk, IA died Sunday, November 20, 2022 at the Montrose Health Center in Montrose, IA.

     He was born on February 15, 1931 in Keokuk, IA the son of George J. and Edith Pearl Rein Seabold.  Robert graduated from Keokuk High School with the Class of 1949.

    He was a veteran of the United States National Guard and proudly served his country for four years.

     On June 12, 1955 Robert was united in marriage to Joyce E. Biddenstadt at St. Paul United Church of Christ in Keokuk.  She preceded him in death on November 26, 2018.

     Robert was a farmer and also delivered milk for Tri-State Dairy to local homes for twenty-six years.  He later became an over the road truck driver for Holland Trucking in Keokuk.

     Robert was a member of the St. Paul United Church of Christ, the Elks Lodge #106, the American Legion Post 41 and the Keokuk Yacht Club.

     Robert was a talented woodworker and made birdhouses, shelves and other wood crafts.  He enjoyed playing card games including solitaire and poker. He played softball on his church league until the age of fifty.    Robert was a diehard Chicago Cubs fan.  After his retirement Robert was a hobby farmer and had a huge vegetable garden every summer.

     He is survived by three sons, Doug Seabold  (Sue) of Keokuk, Bruce Seabold of Keokuk, Steve Seabold (Lisa) of Quincy, IL, eight grandchildren Bill Seabold  (Jill), Nick Seabold (Ashley), Lacey Harnish (Josh), Adam Seabold (Kasey), Brooklyn Seabold, Brendan Seabold, Tyler Seabold and Amanda Schmitt (Brandon), eight great-grandchildren, Ryan Seabold, Andrew Seabold, Jordan Seabold, Gavin Harnish, Landon Harnish, Kyle Schmitt, Remington and Max Seabold , four great-great-grandchildren, Karter, Lynlee, Hadley Seabold and Laker Seabold.  He is also survived by one sister, Shirley Wood of Kansas City, KS.

     Besides his wife he was also preceded in death by his parents, one son, Tim Seabold, five sisters, Dorothy Seabold, Ruth Seabold, Louise Laubersheimer, Martha Seabold and Maxine French and two brothers, George and Carl Seabold.

     Funeral services will be held at 2 pm Monday (November 28) at Vigen Memorial Home in Keokuk with Joel Schlatter officiating.  Burial will be in the Sunset Memorial Park in Keokuk.

     Visitation will be held prior to the service on Monday from 1 – 2 pm with family meeting with friends at that time.

     Memorials may be made to the St. Paul United Church of Christ or the City of Christmas.

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

Stephen Edward “Archie” Campbell, 73, of Bowen, passed away Saturday, November 19, 2022, at Blessing Hospital in Quincy.

Archie was born May 13, 1949, in Parsons, Kansas, the son of Clyde and Ruby (Smith) Campbell.  In 1968 he entered the United States Navy at nineteen years old and served two tours of duty in Vietnam as a Navy Seabee.  He retired in 1989 as an E-7.    On October 12, 1973, he was united in marriage to Donna Graham in Meridian, Mississippi.  She survives.  After his retirement from the Navy, Archie worked as a truck driver for Brian Gaines Trucking retiring in 2012.  He also worked as a farmhand in the area.  Archie enjoyed woodworking, fishing and was active in Fishing for Freedom.

Archie is survived by his wife, Donna, of Bowen; sons, Robert Campbell and Donald (Dixie) Campbell, both of Bowen; grandchildren, Stephanie Lee Campbell, Jorden Irwin, and Faith, Hope and Johnny Egley; great grandchildren, Alexis, Clayton and Adrian; siblings, Patrick (Catherine) Campbell of Bowen, Patricia Lynn (Kent) Bacon of Smyrna, Delaware, Yvonne (Daniel) Mielke of Montgomery, Alabama and David (Kim) Campbell of Bowen; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter-in-law, Mary Campbell; and a nephew, P.J. Mielke.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, November 26, 2022, at Printy Funeral Home in Carthage with military rites.  Visitation will be held from 5:00 – 7:00 PM Friday evening at Printy Funeral Home in Carthage.  Memorials may be directed the Bowen Veteran’s Memorial.  Printy Funeral Home of Carthage is in charge of arrangements.

Dr. Satyanarayana Kantamneni

1940 – 2022

     Dr. Satyanarayana Kantamneni, 81, of Keokuk, IA died Sunday, November 20, 2022 at his home.

     He was born on December 20, 1940 in Tenali, Andhra Pradesh, India, the son of Balakrishna and Kamalamba Katragadda Kantamneni.

     He was united in marriage to Dr. Jagadamba Jasti on May 15, 1989 in Keokuk, IA.  She survives.

     He is also survived by three daughters, Prasanti Kantamneni Khurana and her husband Kav Khurana of Charlotte, NC, Neeta Kantamneni and her husband Patrick Neugent of Lincoln, NE, and Lakshmi Kamala Kantamneni of Charlotte, NC, three grandchildren, Satya Kaur Khurana, Jeeti Singh Khurana and Samyra Kantamneni Neugent.  He is also survived by four sisters, Sakuntala Devi Kantamneni, Syamala Devi Kantamneni, Vijayalakshmi Kantamneni and Lakshmi Bhavani Kilaru, and one brother, Chandra Sekhar Kantamneni.

    He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister, Vasundhara Devi Kantamneni and two brothers, Venkata Rama Krishna Kantamneni and Nanda Kumar Kantamneni.

     Dr. Kantamneni graduated from Guntur Medical College in Guntur, India.  He came to the United States in 1970 and moved to Keokuk in 1980.  He practiced Psychiatry in southeast Iowa for over forty years.  He was the Chief of Medical Staff at Keokuk Area Hospital several times.

     He was a member of the American Psychiatry Association, the American Medical Association, the Iowa Medical Society and Lee County Medical Society.

     Dr. Kantamneni enjoyed gardening, collecting cars, visiting casinos and playing rummy.  He had his pilot’s license and enjoyed flying his airplane.  Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his family.

    A memorial service will be held from 5 pm -7 pm Wednesday, November 23, 2022 at the Vigen Memorial Home in Keokuk.

     Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

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

Minnie Ethel Curtis

“Mrs. C”

1926 – 2022

     Minnie Ethel “Mrs. C” Curtis, 96, of Montrose, IA, died Saturday, November 19, 2022 at the Montrose Health Center.

     She was born on March 9, 1926, in Fort Madison, IA, the daughter of Ray and L. Eve Johnson Thomas.  She graduated from Argyle High School with the Class of 1945.

     On June 2, 1945, Minnie Ethel was united in marriage to Glenn W. Curtis at the Presbyterian Church in Montrose, IA.  He preceded her in death on October 15, 1983.

     Minnie Ethel spent her life making a wonderful home for her family and helping her husband on the farm.

     She was a faithful member of the Montrose Presbyterian Church where she sang in the choir, taught Sunday School, was a member of the Crusaders Society and past President and charter member of the Mariner’s Group.  She was also a member of the Montrose Historical Society, the Hermanis Women’s Club of Montrose, past chairperson of the Lee County Farm Bureau Women and past chairperson of the American Cross Bloodmobile.  Minnie Ethel had served as a 4-H leader and was a volunteer in the Art Hall at the Lee County fair for 19 years.   

    Minnie Ethel enjoyed sewing, crocheting and tatting.  She was wonderful cook and loved to cook for her neighbors and friends.  She was quite well-known for her homemade noodles.   She had a green thumb and her house was filled with beautiful plants and flowers.

    She is survived by two sons, Raymond D. Curtis (Sandy) of Keokuk and Harold Lee “Pee Wee” Curtis of Montrose, four grandchildren, Carrie Appel (Luke), Thesesa Klossing (Dan), Rebecca Cook (Clayton) and Corey Johnson, seven great-grandchildren, nine great great grandchildren and one sister-in-law, Catherine Seyb of Donnellson, several nieces and nephews.  

    Besides her husband she was also preceded in death by her parents, five brothers, Fay, Jim, Lewis, Kenneth and Leo Thomas, four sisters, Gladys Krogmeier, Marie Dauma, Neoma Fowler and Mary Christie.

     Graveside services will be held noon on Wednesday at the Montrose Cemetery with Pastor Mike McHugh officiating. Visitation will be 10 a.m. until Wednesday until time of service with family meeting with friends at that time at the Vigen Memorial Home in Montrose, IA.

     Memorials may be made to the Montrose Riverfront, Inc.

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

Marilyn Kay Young

“Pink Rose in the Desert”

1951 – 2022

Marilyn Kay Young, “Pink Rose in the Desert”, 71, of Montrose, IA, went to be with Jesus on Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at Mercy Hospital in Iowa City, IA.

    She was born on February 17, 1951 in Quincy, IL the daughter of Edward A. and Betty (Paup) Huggins.  Marilyn graduated from Fort Madison High School with the Class of 1969.  At the age of 40, Marilyn continued her schooling and received her Associate’s Degree from Southeastern Community College.

     On August 3, 1974, Marilyn was united in marriage to Alvin “Soaring Eagle” Young in Kahoka, MO.

He survives.

     Other survivors include her daughter, Heather Martinez (Claude) of Keokuk, her son, Joshua “Eagleclaw” Young of Keokuk, ten grandchildren, Noah Gould, Austin Brockett, Dakota Martinez, Jonathan Young, T.J. Thornburg, Brayden and Jada Young, Scottie and Taylor Calhoun and Jenny Johnson and three great-grandchildren, Kayson and Keelyn Calhoun and Amiah Gillham.  She is also survived by one sister, Sally Newby of Arkansas, three sisters-in-law, Leona Young, Vera Morris and Betty Young all of Kahoka, one brother-in-law Larry Young (Joyce) of Kahoka, her two best friends, Carla Mikolajczyk and Judy Miller and many nieces and nephews.

     She was preceded in death by her parents, her grandmother, Mary Meyers, her parents-in-law, Skeet and Ava Young, one child at birth, four brothers-in-law, Larry Newby, Dennis York, Joe Young and Lyle Davis and two sisters-in-law, Jeanette Zinnert and Wanda Davis. 

     Marilyn had been employed as a CNA and Activity Coordinator at several area Nursing Homes.

     She was a member of the Church of New Beginnings in Keokuk.

    Marilyn was very proud of her Native American Cherokee Heritage and enjoyed celebrating the traditions and customs of the Native American people.  She was a great cook and fixed meals for the Hubinger workers while they were on lockout.  She and her husband loved to travel in their RV.  She collected Pez candy dispensers and on their travels she was always looking for dispensers to add to her collection.  Marilyn had a heart for people and was willing to give and help others.  She loved her church family and every Wednesday following church she prepared a meal for everyone.   She lived by the motto, “If I fed you, I loved you.”

     A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Monday at the Church of New Beginnings in Keokuk with Pastor Bob Payne and Pastor Kim McNamar officiating.

    There will be no visitation.

     Memorials may be made to the PAW Animal Shelter in Fort Madison or to the family.

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

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

Cindy LeAnn Masterson, 67, of Sutter, Illinois, passed away on Monday, November 14, 2022, at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri.

Cindy was born on July 3, 1955, in Keokuk, Iowa, and graduated from Keokuk High School in 1973. She is survived by her husband of forty-two years, Jeff Masterson, of Sutter; her daughter and son-in-law Tashia Evans and Travis Worrell of Sutter; grandchildren: Haley Raye Evans and Rylee Worrell of Sutter, Rylan Worrell and Lucas Masterson of Keokuk; extended family Scott and Amie Rosson of Nauvoo, Illinois; siblings Ramona (Kirk) Savage, Lance (Steph) Stott, and Cory (Allison) Stott; and mother Judy Stott.  

She was preceded in death by her father Ramo Stott, stepdaughter Barb Masterson, and her nephew Kyle Savage.

Cindy enjoyed spending time with family and friends, watching racing and the Chicago Cubs on TV, and spending time with her church friends at the Sutter Salem Bible Church.

A memorial service will be held at 2 pm on Saturday, November 26, 2022, at Printy Funeral Home in Hamilton. Visitation will be held from 11 am to 2 pm on Saturday, November 26, at the funeral home directly before the service. 

Memorials may be directed to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

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

Printy Funeral Home of Hamilton is in charge of arrangements.

Carl A. Hartweg

Carl A. Hartweg, 97, of Carthage and Hamilton, passed away on Saturday, November 12, in Golden, Illinois. 

Mr. Hartweg was born on November 14, 1924, in Moorhead, Minnesota, to George Frederick and Ida Louise (Ammer) Hartweg. The family moved to Illinois in 1929, and Carl lived in the Hamilton and Carthage area for the remainder of his life. He graduated from Colusa High School in 1942. He married Marilyn Johnson in 1947 in Carthage, Illinois.  Marilyn passed away in 1990.  In 1991, Carl married Helen Coeur who died in 2012. Carl was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church where he had taught Sunday School, served on the church council and was involved in many other church activities.   Carl was a well-known farmer and participated in many farm organizations throughout Hancock County and the state of Illinois. He was a member of Hancock County Farm Bureau, Illinois Polled Hereford Association, Hancock County Historical Society, National FFA Alumnus Association, National Rifle Association, Memorial Hospital Association, and Hancock County Nursing Home Association. Carl was named Illinois Outstanding Commercial Beef Producer of the Year in 1990. He also served as a 4-H Club leader and was an avid farm toy collector. Carl worked with Federal Crop Insurance for 20 years, first as a salesman and later as Area Claims representative for the state of Illinois.

Surviving are six children Paul Hartweg, David(Judy) Hartweg , Stephen(Barbara) Hartweg, , Ann(Kent) Terry of Marseilles,  John(Linda) Hartweg, Kathy(Gerald) James of Sutter, Helen’s children, Candace(Randall) Reyff, Richard(Barbara) Coeur, and Robert Coeur, 14 grandchildren, and 16  great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews, and several  great nieces and great nephews.   He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Donald, his wife, Marilyn, and his wife, Helen. In March of 2020, Carl moved to Hickory Grove Assisted Living in Carthage, and enjoyed his time there very much. He moved to Good Shepherd Home in Golden on October 4, 2022. Carl was a kind, honest, caring and generous Christian man and was always ready to help out someone who needed a helping hand.   Carl loved to talk, was friendly and outgoing, and enjoyed spending time with friends and family. The family appreciates the care and kindness shown to Carl by the staff and administration of Hickory Grove Assisted Living Center in Carthage, Good Shepherd Nursing Home of Golden and Blessing Hospice. 

Funeral services will be 11:00 am Saturday, November 19, 2022, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Carthage. Visitation will be from 4:00-7:00 pm on Friday, at Printy Funeral Home in Carthage.  Burial will be in Moss Ridge Cemetery.  Memorials may be directed to Trinity Lutheran Church, Hickory Grove Assisted Living, or Blessing Hospice.   Printy Funeral Home of Carthage is in charge of arrangements.

Gayle Ann Long

1963-2022

     Gayle Ann Long, 59 of Keokuk, IA died Saturday, November 12, 2022 at the University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City, IA.  She was found by her friends unresponsive at her home on Sunday, November 6, 2022 and was rushed to Iowa City where she passed away after suffering a stroke.

     Gayle was born August 8, 1963 in Keokuk, IA the daughter of Richard and Judith Howell Long.  She graduated from Keokuk High School with the class of 1981 and later attended massage school and became a message therapist.  

     She had many jobs through the years, from selling tombstones, where she would run off kids from playing on them then knowing they returned as soon as she left, to Why Not Waterbeds where she was somewhat of a local “celeb” in the television commercials.  She settled in at Keokuk Steel Casting and was a member of Local Steel Workers Union.  She worked up the ladder to a position of respect where she was loved by all she worked with for nearly twenty years. 

     Gayle had many loves, never settling down with anyone, but no one ever left her heart.

     She collected many things from all things miniature, marbles and Buddas.  She loved to go searching for geodes, arrowheads and various artifacts.  She followed her dads lead in collecting coins, rare bottles and was an expert metal detector.  She loved to play slots and was always up to gamble on a good bet. She also enjoyed attending live band concerts.   She loved to travel and was always game for a trip with friends.  Gayle loved her family and also collected many close friends of which she considered family with all her heart.  She was caring and generous, taking in many strangers as family, never turning down anyone in need and never failing to give all she could.  She was lovely inside and out turning heads everywhere she went.  Truly one of the kindest souls to ever bless our lives.

     She will be greatly missed, always loved and forever remembered for her smile and loving heart whenever needed.  She always had time to talk, have a shot at her kitchen table which should be preserved as a landmark in our town and in our lives.

     She is survived by two loving uncles, John Howell of Keokuk and Mitchell Long of Wayland, MO as well as numerous cousins of all ages.

     She was preceded in death by her mother, Judith on October 19, 2022, her father, Richard on October 22, 2022 one brother in childhood, Randy Long. 
     A Gathering of Remembrance will be held on Thursday from 5 pm – 7 pm at the Vigen Memorial Home in Keokuk with family meeting with friends at that time.

    Memorials may be made to Community Action of Southeast Iowa.

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

Richard “Curly” Jacob Koehler, son of Carl and Awanda Jacobs Koehler, died peacefully surrounded by family on Monday, November 7th. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Electa Sue Meyer Koehler. Richard is also survived by his 4 children Karla and Ron Froman, Lisa Koehler, Brad Koehler, and Angie and Rob Munson. He has been blessed with 8 grandchildren Matthew and Katie Froman, Stuart and Stephanie Froman, Lucas Satterly, Dylan Satterly, Katy Koehler, Anne Koehler, Electa Munson, and Isaac Munson. As well as 9 great-grandchildren who he adored. 

Curly was also survived by his brother, Duane Koehler of McAllen, Texas where he and his wife Sue spent the winter months for the past 25 years. Curly is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws and many close friends who he considered family. 

Curly was born December 25, 1934 in Wythe Township, where he farmed most of his life. He has been an active member in both the Trinity United Methodist Church and his community serving on several boards over the years. 

His favorite part of life was being surrounded by friends and family where you were sure to see the twinkle in his eye and a loving, mischievous smile.  

A memorial service will be held at 11 am on Saturday, November 12, 2022, at Printy Funeral Home in Warsaw. 

Memorials may be directed to the Warsaw Ambulance Service or Trinity United Methodist Church in Warsaw.

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

Printy Funeral Home of Warsaw is in charge of arrangements.

Betty Jean Montgomery, of Carthage, passed away at her home at 8:40 AM Friday, November 4, 2022.

Betty was born September 6, 1932, in St. Albans TWP, Illinois. She is the daughter of Rhinehardt O. and Charlotte F. (Bachman) Miller. Betty graduated from Carthage High School in 1950. She was united in marriage to Mike Gasperi in 1962, but later divorced. Betty married Archie Montgomery on November 25, 1991, in Macomb, Illinois. He preceeded her in death in 1997. Betty worked as a nurse’s assistant at Memorial Hospital in Carthage for 29 years. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Carthage, where she sang in the choir. Betty was an animal lover, and her favorite was her Yorkie, Tink.

Betty is survived by her children, Elaine (Michael) Askins of Manito, Illinois, Michele (Gary) Karlowicz of McHenry, Illinois, and Linda (Vincente) Perea of Carthage; grandchildren, Meghan (Larry) Grom, Devon Vance, Chancellor Briggs, and Dallas (Abby) Askins; great grandchildren Lexi Grom, Leo Grom, and Elliott Grom; and a nephew Mike (Faye) Berg.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Archie, and two sisters, Helen Ruggles and Marie Berg.

Visitation will be held from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM Wednesday, November 9, 2022 at Printy Funeral Home in Carthage.  Memorials may be directed to the Hearts of Hancock Humane Society. Printy Funeral Home of Carthage is in charge of arrangements.

James E. “Jim” Repplinger, 86, of Hamilton, passed away at 3:45 PM Saturday afternoon,
November 5, 2022, at Memorial Hospital in Carthage.
Jim was born October 20, 1936, in Keokuk, Iowa, the son of Paul and Esther (Meyer) Repplinger.
He graduated from Hamilton High School in 1954. He returned to Hamilton after graduating
from Western Illinois University in Macomb to begin his teaching and coaching career in 1959.
On August 9, 1964, he was united in marriage to Nancy K. Marshall at the Elvaston Presbyterian
Church. She preceded him in death in 2014.
Jim taught for 38 years at Hamilton Junior High and High School, where he continued to
substitute teach after retiring. He enjoyed sharing his knowledge with students in history, PE,
and biology classes. In addition to teaching, Jim coached numerous sports for 42 years,
including high school football, high school boys basketball, high school girls basketball, high
school and junior high track, junior high boys and girls basketball, and junior high softball.
Repplinger also was one of the first little league coaches in the Hamilton Recreation
Association, where he was active for many years. Jim was inducted into the Illinois High School
Football Coaches Association Hall of Fame in 1992 after coaching the Hamilton varsity football
team for 27 seasons. He earned an overall record of 166-91-1. Hamilton qualified for the Illinois
Class 2A state playoffs in 10 seasons and the Illinois Class 1A state playoffs in two seasons.
Three of those teams advanced to the state semifinals in Class 2A. The Hamilton football field
was named the Jim Repplinger Athletic Field in honor of Coach Repplinger on Friday, Oct. 18,
2013.
Jim enjoyed spending time with family, watching sports, and spending his mornings at the
Hamilton Family Cafe drinking coffee and visiting.
Jim is survived by his son, Jeffrey Repplinger of Hamilton; his daughter, Lori (Garret) Heisler of
Hamel, Illinois; grandchildren, Shelby (Derek St. Clair) Repplinger, Bria (Ryan Boddeker)
Repplinger, Miley Heisler, Nathan Heisler and Grant Heisler; great grandchildren, Greyson,
Camber, Beck, Charlie, and Payton; one sister, Betty Adcock of Algonquin, Illinois and nieces
and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Nancy; and a brother, Robert Repplinger.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday morning, November 10, 2022, at the Jim
Repplinger Athletic Field at the corner of 15 th and Broadway in Hamilton, with burial to follow at
Oakwood Cemetery in Hamilton. Family will meet friends from 3:00 – 8:00 PM Wednesday
evening, November 9, 2022 at Printy Funeral Home in Hamilton. A memorial fund has been

established in memory of Jim Repplinger. Printy Funeral Home of Hamilton is in charge of
arrangements.

Stanley Edward Sherrill

            1928-2022

   Stanley Edward Sherrill, age 94, passed away peacefully in his sleep at a hospice Wednesday, October 26, 2022 in Atlanta. GA with his son by his side. Stan was born on September 20, 1928 in Keokuk, IA to Grover C. and Blanche A. (Eid) Sherrill, the 4th of 5 children. 

   He graduated from Hamilton High School in Hamilton, IL.  On June 24, 1954, he married Donnalee Samuels in Keokuk-IA. Four children were born to this union. Donna passed away in March, 2009. 

   During his college years, he was the camp ranger at Camp Eastman, a BSA camp located in Nauvoo, IL. He graduated from Southeastern Community College in Keokuk, IA and furthered his education at the University of Illinois in Macomb, earning a BS in K-9 elementary and physical education in 1963. His first teaching/coaching position was in Mediapolis (IA), followed by Deep River-Millersburg (IA), DMT/Rolfe (IA) and finally Rodman/West Bend (IA), where he was on the teaching/coaching staff from 1969-1991. Many WB youth went through his JH science classes and/or participated in girls’ basketball, volleyball and track under his coaching. While teaching at the Rodman School, Stan planted numerous trees on the school grounds. He was awarded the Palo Alto Conservation Award for his efforts. During many summers, Stan and Donna operated S&D Concessions at various carnivals in IA, MN, NE and SD.

   Stan loved “The Purple” of the WB Bulldogs and WB-M Wolverines.  He was also an avid Hawkeye fan! He will be remembered for his love of playing cards, bidding at local auctions, his many building projects, hunting and fishing activities, and finding treasures for other people. He had a deep love and respect for science, nature, and the out-of-doors. For decades Stan and Donna also sold antiques in the original Antique Building at the Clay County Fair in Spencer, IA. Stan was a member of the Catholic Church.

   He is survived by: his children - Theresa (Steve) Reiter of Wichita, KS; Tina Sherrill-Range (Kevin Range) of Milford, IA; Trudy (Bob) West of New Braunfels, TX and Tim Sherrill of Mableton, GA. Eight grandchildren - Marie (Jeff) Allen, Geoff Reiter (Jenna Mishica), Lynne (David) Osthus, Devin (Danielle) Range, Jessica (Jon) Wienhold, Sadie (Tony) Voong, Adam (Debraun) West and Amy (Ed VI) Bailey. Fifteen great grandchildren - Sam & Ben Allen; Stratton, Benson, Kenley & Finley Range; Gavin & Cullin Wienhold; Addyson, Cali, Brielle & Dakota West; and Edmond VII, Beau & Hunter Bailey. His brother - Marvin (Rosann) Sherrill of Madison, WI, and sister-in-law - Mary Margaret Beasley of Corpus Christi, TX. Plus many cousins, nieces and nephews.

   He was preceded in death by his wife, Donna, his parents, his brothers Leland and Dewain Sherrill, his sister Alvernia Jones, his half-sister Gladys Sparks, and his brother-in-law Jerry Samuels.

   A Celebration of Life service for Stan will be held at Divine Mercy Catholic Parish – Saints Peter and Paul’s Church in West Bend, IA on Thursday, November 17.  Family will be available for visitation at the church prior to the service, 9:00-10:30 AM (206 N. Broadway Avenue). On Saturday, November 19, a visitation will be held at the Printy Funeral Home from 9:00-11:00 AM (720 Main Street), in Hamilton, IL. Following the visitation, the cremated ashes of Stan and his wife, Donna, will be interred at a graveside service in Oakwood Cemetery (561 N. 17th Street) in Hamilton, IL.

   In lieu of flowers, cards and/or memorials can be sent to the Family of Stan Sherrill, C/O Theresa Sherrill Reiter at 133 N. Parkdale Court, Wichita, KS, 67212.  Memorials will be divided between Stan’s favorite charities, including the Iowa Department of Conservation, Pheasants Forever and Camp Eastman BSA Camp.

Joy L. Patrick, 86, of Carthage, passed away at 10:36 AM Wednesday, November 2, 2022, at the Macomb Post-Acute Care Center surrounded by her family.

Joy was born May 29, 1936, the daughter of James L. and Juanita (Gates) Feagans in Morrison, Illinois.  She graduated from Carthage High School and then went on to receive her LPN from SECC in Burlington, Iowa.  On September 1, 1953, she was united in marriage to W. Gene Patrick in Carthage.  He preceded her in death in 2007.  She worked at the Keokuk Area Hospital from 1970 until her retirement in 1998, when she retired to travel with Gene in their semi.  She was awarded the Keokuk Area Hospital’s employee of the year in 1998.  Gene was the love of her life and her best friend and had many wonderful memories from their nine years of traveling together in the truck.  After Gene’s death she worked at KAME in Keokuk from 2007 until 2013 and she also assisted many new widows in getting through their grief.  She had attended First Baptist Church in Carthage for many years and had been an active member of Bethany Baptist Church in Keokuk.  

Joy is survived by her children, Michael Patrick of Camden, Julie (Kenny) Huling of Carthage, Kim (Alan) Brown of Miles City, Montana and Jeff (Leah) Patrick of Carthage; grandchildren, Kenton Patrick, Krista (Dustin) Finch, Matthew Huling, Lucas (Katy) Huling, Penny Huling, Mark (Meghan) Brown, Casey (Darren) Reid, Jalisa (Jamie) Fuller and Jordan (Tia) Patrick; great grandchildren, Addison Kay Patrick, Emerson Lynn Patrick, Grayson Michelle Patrick, Willis Gene Patrick, Zoe Kay Finch, Griffin Lozelle Finch and Nora June Finch, Ambria Lou Huling Austin Eugene Huling, Everly Mae Huling, Ford Kenneth Roger Huling, Parker Grace Huling and Ty Jacob Huling, Ellie Paige Brown, Greta Lyn Brown, Audrey Grace Brown, Moira Nicole Reid and Eimear Mae Reid, James Dean Fuller, Jaylee Jo Fuller, Jager James Fuller, Journee Marie Fuller, Jaydyn Nicole Patrick, Jaxon Gene Patrick and Oaklee Jo Patrick; one brother, David Feagans of Colorado; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and husband, Gene, in 2007;  and two daughters-in-law.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Monday, November 7, 2022, at Printy Funeral Home in Carthage with family meeting friends from 11:00 AM until time of services at 2:00 at the funeral home. Burial will be in Moss Ridge Cemetery in Carthage.  Memorials may be directed to the Wanita Patrick Scholarship Fund at Illini West High School in Carthage. 

Stephen Hutson went home to Jesus on October 31, 2022 at age 67. 

Steve was born to Verne and Luann (Brodie) Hutson on April 04, 1955 in Salina, Kansas. As a child, Steve loved reading all things, especially Superman comics. He also loved watching Lone Ranger and other westerns, especially John Wayne movies. Steve met his wife, Brenda (Smith) Hutson in 1975 at Central Bible College in Springfield, MO. They married in 1976 and went on to have 2 daughters, Dawn (Hutson) Willitt and Dayna Hutson. Steve worked as a pastor in Kansas and his work moved him to California and later Texas, where he passed in 2022. In addition to being a dedicated and loving father, Steve also loved reading comics, playing guitar, singing, bowling, golfing, shooting at the range, and woodworking. He was a true jack of all trades, always pursuing opportunities to learn something new. Throughout his entire life, he held an unwavering faith in God, which he shared with those who surrounded him. Steve joins Luann (Brodie) Hutson, his mother, Dale and Opal (Shipman) Brodie, his maternal grandparents, and Neil and Helen (Guymon) Hutson, his paternal grandparents, in Heaven. He is survived by his wife, Brenda Hutson, and 2 daughters, Dawn (Wesley) Willitt and Dayna (DJ Golitko) Hutson, his 4 grandsons, Malachi, Judah, and Solomon Willitt and Damien Golitko, his father, Verne Hutson, his 2 sisters, Denise (Rick) Jokerst and Tammy (Mike) Homan, and his brother, Randy (Carrie) Hutson. 

A memorial service will be held Friday, November 4 at 11 am at the Pilot Grove Savings Bank Community Room in Keokuk, IA. 

Robert James McKay, 58, of Carthage, passed away on Tuesday, November 1, 2022, at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis. 

Robert was born July 22, 1964, in Carthage, Illinois, the son of Robert Elmer and Wanda L. (Hale) McKay. He attended Carthage High School graduating in 1982. On August 2, 2014, he was united in marriage to Janet Garrett in Peoria, IL. She survives. Robert was previously married to Kelly Meier and later Stacy Rippenkroeger. Robert had worked for Supreme Swine Nutrition for almost 3 decades. His greatest joy was spending time with his family and friends. Rob had a servants heart to help others and was an active member of Bethany Baptist Church in Keokuk. 

Robert is survived by his wife, Janet, of Carthage; children, Jennifer (Jared) Andrews of Plum City, WI, Kaleigh McKay of Keokuk, Dawson (Kalli) McKay of Bondurant, IA, Emilee McKay of Keokuk, Zach (Mary) Alesandrini of Madison, WI, Natosha Russso of Pekin, IL, Jacob (Ciara) Hall of Pekin, IL, Carrie (Zach) Welch of Waynesville, IL and Christian (Calen) Hall of Salem, Mo; ten grandchildren; his mother, Wanda McKay of Keokuk and two sisters, Michelle (Larry) Foulk of Carthage and Sara (Jeff) Appleman of West Salem, WI. 

He was preceded in death by his father, Robert McKay; and a grandson, Michael. 

Funeral services will be held at Printy Funeral Home in Carthage on Sunday, November 6, 2022, at 6:00 PM. Visitation will be held from 3:00 PM until time of services at 6:00 at the funeral home. Memorials may be directed to The Blessing Foundation, 4939 Oak Street, P.O. Box 7005, Quincy, IL 62305-7005. Printy Funeral Home of Carthage is in charge of arrangements.

Ruby Jean Boulton, 79, of Warsaw, passed away on Wednesday, November 2, 2022, at Oak Lane Nursing and Rehab in Stronghurst, Illinois. 

Ruby was born on January 25, 1943, in Arp, Texas, the daughter of Earl Roy and Erma (Pettis) Herrin. She graduated from Ector High School in Odessa, Texas, in 1963. On March 14, 1964, she was united in marriage to Bill Boulton. They were divorced in 1977. 

Ruby was employed in food service for nursing homes and school systems throughout her working career. She belonged to the Baptist Church and enjoyed spending her free time eating out at new places, car rides, riding her bike, feeding ducks, and being in nature. Camping, arrowhead hunting and viewing rock formations were some of the outdoor experiences she cherished. Ruby loved watching her old Westerns, especially ones featuring John Wayne and Clint Eastwood. She was the family historian and loved driving back to Texas to spend time with her family there. Her family was her top priority.

Ruby is survived by three children: Billy Boulton of Odessa, Texas, Renee (Robin Satterly) Boulton of Warsaw, Illinois, and Jeanette Boulton of Warsaw, Illinois; and two grandchildren: Brennan Montgomery and Lauren Montgomery.

Ruby is preceded in death by her parents and two brothers: Earl Ray Herrin and Jerry Herrin.

A celebration of her life will be held at a later date.

Memorials may be directed to the Alzheimer’s Association or the Keokuk Humane Society.

Printy Funeral Home of Warsaw is in charge of arrangements.

Debra (Debbie) Little, 63, of Carthage, Illinois, passed away Tuesday, November 1, 2022 at Memorial Hospital in Carthage, Illinois.

Debbie was born February 22, 1959 in Fort Madison, Iowa, the daughter of Fred and Dixie (Taylor) Moyes. On July 2, 1993 she married Cole Little in Fort Madison, Iowa. He survives.

Debbie was raised and educated in the Keokuk, Iowa and Hamilton, Illinois area. Debbie had many titles and jobs throughout her life and most recently worked for MJ’s Bar & Grill in Carthage. However, her favorite title was being a mother to her two children, and recently she earned the title of grandmother. She never met a stranger and everyone she knew was family. Debbie enjoyed camping with her family, driving Harley-Davidson motorcycles, and

 of course, socializing. She attended the Fountain Green Presbyterian Church and The Crossing in Macomb. 

Survivors include her husband: Cole; one daughter: Aurora (Derek) Churchwell of Ventura, California; one son: Sonny (Gwendolyn) Little of Quincy, Illinois; one granddaughter: Ada Churchwell; four brothers: John (Rhonda) Moyes, Mark (Regina) Moyes, Fred (Cindy) Moyes, and Phil Moyes; one sister: Theresa Bryant, her step-mother: Mary Moyes of Elvaston, Illinois, and several nieces, nephews and pets.

She was preceded in death by her parents and brother: Ted Moyes. 

A Celebration of Debbie’s Life will be held from 1:00 until 4:00 p.m. Sunday, November 6, 2022 at the University of Illinois Extension Building, 550 N. Madison St., Carthage, Illinois 62321.

A time for sharing memories will be held at 4:00 p.m. For those attending Harley-Davidson attire is encouraged and, weather permitting, feel free to ride your motorcycle to the celebration. 

Banks & Beals Funeral Home of LaHarpe is assisting the family. 

A memorial fund has been established for the American Red Cross. To leave a condolence for the family, please visit Debbie’s obituary at banksandbeals.com.

Michael Francis Howes

1954-2022

     Michael Francis Howes, 68 of Keokuk, IA died Monday, October 31, 2022 at the University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City, IA.

     He was born August 9, 1954 in Keokuk, IA the son of Delbert Francis and Katherine Ketterer Howes.

     On April 18, 1980 Michael was united in marriage to Rhonda Mickelson in Keokuk.  She survives.

     Other survivors include three sons, Michael Howes (Jolene) of Gilbert, AZ, Brian Howes of Burlington, IA and Corey Howes (Heather) of Keokuk, one daughter, Tabitha Strohm (Steve) of Muscatine, IA, fourteen grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.  He is also survived by his mother, Katherine Howes of N.C.,  three sisters, Cathy Thordsen of Burlington, IA, Connie Mann of N.C. and Cindy Willits of Ft. Madison, IA, two brothers, David Howes of Davenport, IA and Steve Howes of Keokuk and several nieces and nephews. 

     He was preceded in death by his father, grandparents and father-in-law, Leroy Mickelson.

     Michael had been employed by the City of Keokuk and later at Keokuk Steel Castings.

     He was a member of First Christian Church in Keokuk.

     Michael enjoyed watching westerns and WWE wrestling on television.  He loved the mountains and taking his kids fishing.  Michael was a people person by nature. He loved to socialize and could strike up a conversation with anyone.

     A Celebration of Life will be held at 7:00 p.m., Thursday, at the Vigen Memorial Home in Keokuk, IA with the family meeting with friends at that time.

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