David Michael Walsh

1952 – 2022

     David Michael Walsh, 70, of Keokuk, IA, died Sunday, December 25, 2022 in Carthage, IL.

     He was born on August 3, 1952 in St. Louis, MO, the son of David J. and Roberta Jean Bruning Walsh.  He graduated from Christian Brothers College High School in St. Louis with the Class of 1970.  He received a Double Bachelor’s degree from Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville, MO where he played football as a defensive end. David was inducted into Northwest Missouri State M-Club Hall of Fame in 1993.

     He married Carol A. Stupfell in 1973 in Council Bluffs, IA. From that union they had a son D.J. and two daughters, Ruth Ann and Bridget. They later divorced after 31 years of marriage.

     David had been employed as the International Purchasing Director for Methode in Carthage for nineteen years and most recently at Roquette America for nine years, retiring in April of 2022.

      He was a member of New Testament Christian Church in Keokuk since 1991.

    David enjoyed the "hunt" for a good deal and lived to find homes that needed a full remodel.  He was coined the "Demo King" and couldn't wait to get into those houses and rip out walls, kitchens, and baths.  He was a skilled woodworker and loved to restore wooden boats and refinish antique furniture. He was also an avid coin collector.

     Most of all, David enjoyed spending time with his family and his grandchildren were the highlight of his life.

     He is survived by one son, D.J. Walsh (Amanda Balmer-Walsh) of Boutte, LA, two daughters, Ruth Ann Walsh (Chris Neiderschulte) of Galveston, TX and Bridget Crose (Zelton) of Camp Point, IL, three grandchildren, Alivia Walsh, and Cooper and Josie Crose.  He is also survived by one sister, Kate Oakes (Bill) of Libertyville, IL, two brothers, Kevin Walsh and Jim Walsh both of WA and two nieces, Sabel Siemenstab and Kaelyn McKinnon (Bryan).

     He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Tim Walsh. 

     A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

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

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

Anna “Jean” Jinkens

1933-2022

     Anna “Jean” Jinkens, 89 of Keokuk, IA died Tuesday, December 27, 2022 at River Hills in Keokuk.

     She was born April 26, 1933 in Keokuk, IA the daughter of Hollis Dale and Estella Blanche Maggart Hagerman.  She graduated from Wayland High School with the class of 1951.

     On September 16, 1951 Jean was united in marriage to Kirk H. Jinkens.  He preceded her in death on July 26, 2002.

     Jean had been a member and past president of the Keokuk BPW.  She was also a member of the Keokuk “Red Hats” Ladies, the Clark County Missouri Friendly Neighbors FCE Club, the KAH Auxiliary and Wayland United Methodist Church.

     She was an owner of a century farm in Wayland, MO and they raised watermelon and cantaloupe. When she was young, they would ship them out by rail.  Then for a ten year period, until 1993 Jean and her family produced watermelon and cantaloupe.

     Jean began her banking career at State Central Bank as a cashier and rose to Vice President, where she worked until her retirement in 2004 after fifty plus years of employment.

     She enjoyed watching men’s professional basketball and was an avid St. Louis Cardinals baseball fan.  Jean played an instrumental role in establishing the Keokuk Farmer’s Market.

     She is survived by one daughter, Beverly Jane Laffoon (Robert) of Wayland, MO, two grandchildren, Heidi Laffoon and Lindsey Jones (Tom), four great-grandchildren, Trenton Hauk (Deondra), Alyssa Hauk, Mallory Jones and Kinley Jones, two great-grandchildren, Taryn and Trysten Hauk, two step-great-grandchildren, Tayten Smith and Trinity Labonte and a foreign exchange student, who she thought of as family, Lena Carlsson of Sweden.

     Besides her husband, she was also preceded in death by her parents, her grandparents, William and Ida Hagerman and Jesse and Maude Maggart and several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

     A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, at the Wayland United Methodist Church. Burial will be held in the Frazee Cemetery in Alexandria, MO.

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

     Memorials may be made to the Wayland United Methodist Church.

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

Alan Stewart, 76, of Sullivan, formerly of LaHarpe and Brownstown, Illinois  passed over to his heavenly home at 8:20 p.m. Thursday December 22, 2022 in his residence.

Alan was born August 30, 1946 in Oxnard, California the son of Roy J. and Burnetta K. Fink Stewart.  He was raised in rural Brownstown, Illinois where he attended school and graduated high school in 1964.  He served in the U. S. Army as a Marine Engineer from 1965 - 1967 during the Viet Nam conflict.  Alan married Bonnie Crabill on March 29, 1969 in LaHarpe.

Later in life Alan finished college at Western Illinois University fulfilling his dream of teaching and coaching.  He had a sincere love for his students and the athletes he coached resulting in many lifetime friends.  The pleasures of his life were fishing with and loving on his grandchildren, coaching and teaching.  He also enjoyed anything “automobile” - especially a 1967 Chevy Nova and was a lifelong St. Louis Cardinals fan.  He was a member of the LaHarpe Christian Church.  There was a special place in his heart for his fellow veterans and abused and neglected children

Surviving are his wife Bonnie of Sullivan; sons Shannon (Tera) Stewart of Sullivan and Shawn (Patti) Stewart of Keokuk, Iowa; sisters in law, Della Stewart of St. Elmo, Cathy (Reinnie) Bergmann and Becky Crabill both of Carthage, Illinois; brothers in law, Dick Crabill of Joplin, Missouri and  Dian Crabill of Carthage, Illinois; grandchildren Rylan and Jake Stewart, Scott and Matthew Garrelts, Chelsea Hopp and Wesley Harrison; special friends Jeff Jarvis and Andy and Matt Kraus; ten great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews whom he was close to.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his in laws, Bill and Lillian Crabill; brothers Bill, David and Frank; sister Judy Cole and sister in law Linda Crabill.

Visitation will be 4-6 p.m. Wednesday December 28, 2022 in the Reed Funeral Home, Sullivan.  Graveside services will be 2:00 p.m. Thursday in the LaHarpe Township Cemetery, LaHarpe, Illinois with military honors conducted by the LaHarpe American Legion.  Memorials are suggested to the Shiloh Christian Children’s Ranch , to a veteran in need or to a local youth baseball program. Banks & Beals Funeral Home of LaHarpe is assisting with local arrangements. To leave a condolence for the family, please visit Alan's obituary at banksandbeals.com.

Judith Billings, 83, of Branson, Missouri, formerly of Carthage, passed away at
10:15 AM Thursday, December 22, 2022, at Memorial Hospital in Carthage.
Judith was born June 26, 1939, in Pittsfield, Illinois, the daughter of Clyde Russell
and Maude Elsie (Weaver) Barton. On December 27, 1958, she was united in
marriage to John L. Billings. He preceded her in death in 1991. She later married
Luther Harkins who also preceded her in death. Judy had worked at Motorola in
Quincy and later owned the Standard Oil/Amoco Station in Carthage with her
husband, John. She enjoyed selling Avon products for many years. She later
owned Licken Lils Ice Cream Shop in Reed Springs, Missouri and also worked as a
hostess and waitress for local restaurants in Branson. Judy was an avid reader
and enjoyed bowling, attending live shows and music, playing cards, doing
crosswords, dancing, boating, fishing and traveling in her motorhome throughout
the United States. She also loved her dogs Bonnie BeBop, Sir George LaPorge,
George Bear and Hank.
Judith is survived by her daughters, Lori Ann (Bob) Merchant of San Pedro, CA;
and Tara Sue (Troy) Perry of Hamilton; son-in-law, Steve Clark of Carthage;
grandchildren, Robert Conor (Kat) Billings-Clark, John Tyler (Jayne) Billings-Clark,
Abigail Grace Merchant, Brooklyn Rose Merchant, Carter John Merchant, Cody
Allen Perry, Delaney Nicole (Jordan) Billings, and Morgan Kaylin Perry; one great
grandchild, Tyler James McQuaid. She is also survived by her long-time
roommate and friend, Wendy Williams.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husbands; her eldest daughter,
Darla Billings-Clark; and her sister, Greta McCoy.
Graveside services will be held at Shearer Cemetery in New Canton, Illinois at
11:00 AM on Thursday, December 29, 2022. Printy Funeral Home of Hamilton is
in charge of arrangements.

John Gabriel Anderson

1938-2022

     John Gabriel Anderson, 84, of Keokuk, IA died Wednesday, December 21, 2022 at the Clark County Nursing Home in Kahoka, MO.

     He was born June 10, 1938 in Keokuk, IA the son of Gabriel and Gladys Anderson.

     John was a veteran of the United States Army and proudly served his country from 1955-1959.

     On April 16, 1959 he was united in marriage to Sandra Erlene Reeves in Elizabeth City, N.C.  She preceded him in death on April 7, 2009.

     He had been employed by several local businesses through the years, including Best Construction, Illiamo-Samons Construction, Seither & Cherry and Hickey Construction, Mears Super Value, Paetz and Denholms.  Most recently, he had been employed by State Central Bank, from 2000-2012 as the maintenance consultant. 

     John was a member of Messiah Lutheran Church in Keokuk.  He was also a member of Art Ryan’s Gun Club in Keokuk and Blue Wing in Ft. Madison, IA.

     He was an outdoorsman and especially enjoyed fishing, pheasant hunting and trap shooting.   John was an enthusiastic fan of his son’s motor cross racing.  He was a member of the Swing Easy Dance Club and enjoyed square dancing with his wife.

     John is survived by one daughter, Christina Shoup (Danny) of Williamstown, MO, one son, John Anderson, Jr. of Argyle, IA, five grandchildren, Brandon Sartorius (Anna), Gabriel Shoup, Cassandra Shoup, Shelbi Anderson and Gage Anderson and three great-grandchildren, Eathan, Natalie and Lorelei.  He is also survived by three sisters, Elaine “Toots” Draines of Macomb, IL, Anna Marie Goetz of Palmyra, MO and Risa Langedahl of Keokuk and two brothers, William “Bill” Anderson and Don Anderson both of Keokuk.

     Besides his wife, he was also preceded in death by his parents, one sister and brother-in-law, Margaret and Ronnie Mason and two brothers, Arthur Anderson and Daniel Anderson.

     Funeral services will be held at 12 noon Wednesday, December 28 at the Vigen Memorial Home in Keokuk with Pastor Shawn McAfee officiating.  Burial with military rites will be in the Keokuk National Cemetery.

     Visitation will be held prior to the service from 10 am – 12 noon with the family meeting with friends at that time.

     Memorials may be made to the Clark County Nursing Home in Kahoka, MO.

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

Patty Ruth (Griffin) Runge, 86, of Warsaw, Illinois, passed away on Wednesday, December 21,
2022, at her home in Warsaw surrounded by her family.
Patty was born on November 5, 1936, in Warsaw, Illinois, the daughter of Wilbur and Anna
(Schmitt) Griffin. On August 25, 1953, she was united in marriage to Daniel Louis Runge. After
nearly sixty years of marriage, he preceded her in death on April 28, 2013.
Patty worked at Sheller-Globe/BTR from 1978 until the time of her retirement in 1998. She took
great joy in raising her children. Patty loved to read, go shopping and go on walks. She was a
sweet, kind, hard-working woman with a big heart. Patty was a member of Sacred Heart
Catholic Church in Warsaw.
Patty is survived by eleven children: Christine (Denny) Gates of Keokuk, Iowa, Karla (Richard)
Long of Warsaw, Illinois, Daniel (Carolyn) Runge of Seabeck, Washington, Valerie (Kim) Mulch of
Pella, Iowa; Paula (Brett) Schrader of Warsaw, Illinois, Russell (Cathy) Runge of Ellsinor,
Missouri, Matthew Runge of Shelbyville, Missouri, Shawn (Cheri) Runge of Morris, Illinois, Stacie
(Paul) Sheppard of Keokuk, Iowa, Nicole (Brent) Fellows of Sorrento, Florida, Erin (Jeff) Hughes
of Warsaw, Illinois; and several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-
grandchildren.
Patty is preceded in death by her husband Daniel, son Tadd, daughter-in-law Robin, and siblings
Wahneta, Priscilla, Brenda, Elijah, Elisha, Nathaniel, Timothy and Gary.
Private graveside services will be held at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Warsaw, Illinois.
Memorials may be directed to Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Warsaw.
Tributes and condolences may be left at www.printyfuneralhome.com.
Printy Funeral Home of Warsaw is in charge of arrangements.

PAULINE MARIDON MILLS, 93, has arrived at her final DESTINATION. After living every day like it was her last, Pauline entered heaven on Wednesday, December 21, 2022, to join her beloved husband, Paul, whom she had missed greatly for the last 17 years. 

Pauline was born on February 27, 1929, to Paul and Clara Chenoweth Durbin (Deyo).  She is survived by daughters Debbie (John) Damron, Ottawa, Illinois, Mary (Bill) Meinhardt, Hamilton, Illinois, brothers Ken (Diane) Durbin, Clarksville, Texas and Gary Deyo, Keokuk, Iowa. Grandchildren Paul (Gina) Meinhardt, Rosemount, Minnesota, DJ (Chrissy) Roan, Hamilton, Illinois, Derek Damron, Saint Paul, Minnesota, Carleigh (Alan) Damron, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Great grandchildren Taylor (Jesse) Meinhardt and son Carter, Rosemount, Minnesota, Marcee Meinhardt, Santa Cruz, California, Madison Martin and Noah Martin and their parents Kim and Justin Upmeyer, West Des Moines, Iowa.  Pauline is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.  

Preceding her in death were her husband Paul, brothers Ron Durbin and Steve Durbin and grandson Dave Martin. 

Pauline graduated from Perry, Illinois High School in 1947 as co-valedictorian and then attended Gem City Business College in Quincy, Illinois where she honed her business skills that served her well during her career.  In 1948 she married Paul Mills at the Vermont Street Methodist Church in Quincy. Paul and Pauline moved to Warsaw in 1952 where Pauline has lived in the same house her entire adult life!

Pauline loved working and was a natural saleswoman, working at Montgomery Wards for 20 years and Walmart for another 20!  Her customers were most important, knowing that customer service was of utmost importance if a company was to survive and flourish.  

She also loved traveling! Her various trips included Europe, Jakarta, Indonesia, Bali and Singapore, Niagara Falls, live Broadway shows in Chicago, New York and Las Vegas.  Other favorite trips were Mt Rushmore and Grand Canyon where she and daughters rode mules down to the bottom and stayed overnight at Phantom Ranch. Another exciting trip was to China, with three generations, Pauline, Debbie and Carleigh where they walked on the Great Wall.  This trip was a lifelong goal of Pauline’s from the time her father gave her a book on China as a child.

Classic country was her favorite form of music, and she was able to attend many variety shows in Branson, Memphis and Nashville with Mary and Bill. Pauline was intrigued with space exploration and shared this interest with her brother Gary, often times view the skies together.  She had a passion for movies with her brothers Steve and Ken because of their dad’s lifelong career operating movie theaters.

Her greatest love was spending time with her daughters and their families, especially holiday gatherings.

Pauline was a lifelong member of the Methodist Church in Warsaw.

A celebration of life will be held in the spring.

Memorials may be directed to Blessing Hospice of Quincy 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.

Imogene L. Brookhart

1932 - 2022

     Imogene L. (Graf) Brookhart, 90, of Keokuk, IA, passed away Saturday December 17^th at Accura Healthcare East in Newton, IA.

     She was born on November 12, 1932, in Keokuk, the daughter of Charles O. Graf and Nellie E. (Kruger) Graf. She was raised in Alexandria, MO and graduated from Kahoka High School in May 1951.

     On August 28, 1953, she was united in marriage to W. Ralph Brookhart. He preceded her in death on January 12, 2002.

     Imogene & Ralph farmed on the family farm in Kahoka, MO until 1960 when they moved to Keokuk. She was a homemaker, raising three boys until the early ‘70’s when she became the cook for Keokuk Manor. In August of 1973 she went to work at the Lee County Home until her retirement. After retirement, she became a hospice volunteer. After Ralph passed, she enjoyed taking Bus trips with a Ladies Group to areas in the Midwest.

     Imogene & Ralph were founding members of the Bel Air Baptist Church. She was active in the church and was very proud of its growth.

     Imogene enjoyed playing cards & games with family and friends. She enjoyed cooking and having family over for the holidays. She especially enjoyed playing BINGO with the grandkids and the great grandkids where she would hand out prizes for all the winners.   

     She is survived by her three children Ronald Brookhart (Debbie) of Newton, IA, Kevin Brookhart (Wanda) of Montreal, MO, and Craig Brookhart (Linda) of Newton, IA,  her grand-children, Ashley Downs (Scott), David Brookhart, Lacy Hall (Malcolm), Tammy Vahle, Alisyn Pinkerton (TJ), and Logan Brookhart her great-grandchildren Morgan Downs, Blake Downs, Madison Gruber, Mackenzie Gruber, Mia Gruber, Timmy Vahle (Rona), Tommy Vahle, Tyler Vahle, Shawn Vahle (Paige), Shane Vahle (Cass), Paxton Pinkerton, Phynlee Pinkerton, Phoenix Pinkerton, and Pyper Pinkerton and her great-great grandchildren Elijah Vahle and Wyatt Vahle.  

     She was also preceded in death by her parents, brother Charles L. Graf, half-brother Leroy Graf, half-sisters Madaline Wright and Lucritia Dunkerson and grandchildren, LeaAnn Brookhart and Jody Thompson.   

    Funeral services will be held at 12 noon on Tuesday, December 27, at the Bel Air Baptist Church in Keokuk.

     Visitation will be held prior to the service on Tuesday, from 10 am – 12 noon, with the family meeting with friends at that time.

     Memorials may be made to the Bel Air Baptist Church or the Alzheimer’s Association.

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

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

Lindy Lou Starks (Stevens)

1954-2022

     Lindy Lou Starks, 68 of Keokuk, IA died Saturday, December 17, 2022 at the Southeast Iowa Hospice House in West Burlington, IA.

    She was born April 29, 1954 in Ft. Madison, IA the daughter of Martin John and Hazel Ruth Taylor Goeke.  Lindy graduated from Ft. Madison High School with the class of 1972.

     Lindy was first married to Donald Stevens and later divorced. She then married Terry Starks and they later divorced.

     Lindy had been employed at several local businesses through the years, including Hardees, Walmart and numerous nursing homes.

     Lindy was a talented seamstress and enjoyed sewing when she was physically able.  She had a strong faith in God. 

     She is survived by one daughter, Hazel Stevens-Eccel (Dennis) of Hopkinsville, KY, two sons, Guy Stevens of Kuttawa, KY and Jesse Stevens of Burlington, IA, one granddaughter, Chloe Stevens of Hopkinsville, KY and one brother, Daniel Goeke (Ramona) of Wever, IA.

     She was preceded in death by her parents. 

     There will be no services.

     The Vigen Memorial Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

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

Karen Sue Osterloh, 79, of Hamilton, Illinois, passed away at 5:13 PM Saturday,
December 17, 2022, at Blessing Hospital in Quincy.
Karen was born in Hancock County, Illinois, the daughter of Raymond and Fern
(Schneider) Grisham on September 22, 1943. Karen had worked at the rock
quarry in Eddyville, Iowa and as a school bus driver for the Eddyville school
district. She loved listening to bands and especially dancing. She was a member
of the Southside Boat Club and Keokuk yacht club and enjoyed dancing there. She
was particularly close to her nephew Tristan Grisham/Contingency Band and was
his biggest fan. Karen was also a member of the American Legion Auxiliary in
Quincy and Hamilton.
Karen is survived by her husband, Irvin Bell of Hamilton; children, Marlene
“Tammy” (Richard) Turchin in Minnesota, Corina (Rick) Carle of New Boston,
Illinois and Francis William (Angela) Wrieden, Jr. of Wapello, Iowa; step-children,
Patty (Gregory Gail) Young of Hamilton, Debbie (Mark) Clark of Keokuk and
Jennifer (Kevin) Lee of Washington, Illinois; nineteen grandchildren; twenty-one
great grandchildren; and three great great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her siblings, Raymond Grisham, Jr., Donnie Grisham
and Norma Gibson.
A memorial service will be held at 1:00 PM Monday, December 26, 2022, at Printy
Funeral Home in Hamilton. Family will meet friends from 11:00 AM until time of
services at 1:00 PM at the funeral home. Memorials may be directed to St. Jude’s
Hospital. Printy Funeral Home of Hamilton is in charge of arrangements.

Bayder Timothy Bell

     Bayder Timothy Bell infant son of Nicholas Charles and Haleigh Hempen Bell was born into Heaven on December 14, 2022 at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL.

     He is survived by his parents, Nicholas and Haleigh Bell of Hamilton, IL, his sister,   Bahnon Darlene Bell of Hamilton, IL, maternal grandparents, Tim and Cindy Hempen of Hamilton, IL, paternal grandmother, Korenda Bell of Keokuk, maternal great-grandmother, Darlene Hempen of Hamilton, IL and paternal great-grandmother, Margaret Schrader of Carmen, IL, two aunts, Heather Huntley and Hillary Hempen and one uncle, Ryan Bell.  He will lovingly be remembered in the hearts of his family.

     He was greeted into heaven by his paternal grandparent, Charles Bell and paternal great-grandparents, Bill and Betty Walker and Fred Schrader, and maternal great-grandparents, Jerry and Julia Califf and John Hempen and his cousin, Braxton Bell.

     A private family graveside service will be held.

     The Vigen Memorial Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

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

Melissa K. Steffen Hobbs

1958-2022

     Melissa K. Steffen Hobbs, 64 of Fort Madison, IA died Sunday, December 18, 2022 at the University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City, IA.

     She was born on April 22, 1958 in Ft. Madison, IA, the daughter of Elmo Wayne and Lois Irene Barnes Steffen.  She graduated from Central Lee High School in Donnellson with the Class of 1976. In 1994, she received her Health Sciences Administration Degree from Western Illinois University in Macomb, IL.   In 2009, Melissa received her Nursing Degree from Iowa Wesleyan College in Mt. Pleasant, IA.

     She had been employed as a Home Health Nurse.

     Melissa enjoyed baking, music and singing.  She also had a great love for all animals. Most of all, Melissa loved spending time with her family and making memories that will last forever.

     She is survived by her husband, Scott Wynn Hobbs of Ft. Madison, IA, two daughters, Andrea Hobbs Nixon (Pete) of Columbia Station, OH and Sarah Hobbs Wagner (Jeremy) of Ozark, MO, one son, Matt Hobbs of Mediapolis, IA and two granddaughters, Maddilynn Hobbs and Audrey Nixon. She is also survived by one sister, Nora Hill (Steve) of Danville, IA and several nieces and nephews.

     She was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers, John Steffen, Bernie Steffen and Rick Steffen and one sister, Nancy Osborn.

     A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

     Memorials may be made to The Greater Iowa Chapter of Alzheimer’s Association.

     The Vigen Memorial is assisting the family with arrangements.

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

Charles Harlan Ryland

1938-2022

     Charles Harlan Ryland, 84 of Tipton, IA died Tuesday, December 13, 2022 at Prairie Hills Assisted Living in Tipton.

     He was born December 5, 1938 in Clarksville, MO the son of William Pershing and Edna Olive Zumwalt Ryland.  Charles was united in marriage to Joan Ryland.  She preceded him in death on August 7, 2018.

     Charles was a veteran of the United States Navy and proudly served his country for twenty-five years, until his retirement.

     Following his military service, Charles had been employed by the St. Cloud Police department for nineteen years.

     Charles was a member of Ducks Unlimited.

     He was an outdoorsman at heart and enjoyed wildlife, especially hunting deer, turkeys, ducks, and geese and also enjoyed fishing.  Charles was a talented woodworker and woodcarver and painted pictures of wildlife.

     He is survived by one brother, Billy Joe Ryland of Keokuk, five sisters, Rebecca Borgen of S.D., Sally Ann Ryland of CA, Sharon Page of MO, Janice Ryland of TN and Berneta Wood of Ft. Madison, IA and several nieces and nephews.

     Besides his wife, Charles was also preceded in death by his parents, one brother, James Ryland and three sisters, Alta Olmstead, Cathleen Johnson and Ruby Ruggles.

     A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m., Monday at the Vigen Memorial Home in Keokuk, IA with Pastor Dan Davis officiating.  Burial with military rites will be held in the Keokuk National Cemetery in Keokuk, IA.

     Visitation will be held prior to the service from 12 noon-1 p.m., Monday with family meeting with friends at that time.

     Memorials may be made to the American Legion.

     On-line condolences may be left for the family at www.vigenmemorialhome.com

Judith Owen Patterson

1935-2022

     Judith Owen Patterson, 87, of Keokuk died Wednesday December 14, 2022 at River Hills where she made her home for the last 7 years with family close by.

     Born June 27, 1935 in Ohio to Bette and Kenneth Owen, Judith spent most of her life in Keokuk moving to town when she was 16. Judith met the “love of her life” at Keokuk High School and married Richard (Dick) Patterson in Mexico, Missouri September 29, 1953, he preceded her in death in November 1993, also daughter Pamela Patterson, September 2006 and sister Gail Owen Knox December 2019.

     Judy worked at several places in Keokuk, but enjoyed working for local Optometrist, Rick Greenfield OD the most.  From quilting, sewing, crafting to word search, crossword puzzles and several Bible study groups Judith kept busy on beyond her years.

Her passion was music and would listen 24 hours a day. Country and Western was the music of choice.  George, Allen, Garth, Blake, Loretta, Shania were just a few of the stars that were on her car radio, CD player or Bose. It was incredible the amount of songs she knew by heart.

     She always made time for friends and family raising four children and several grandchildren. Taking time for discovering the lives of her loved ones which meant time to talk and listen to them. Never being judgmental, Judith was a disciple of God, studying His word with friends and relatives her entire life. 

      She is survived by her sister Laurie Owen Whitaker (Mike), children:  Pennie Rothgeb (John) of Keokuk, Richard Malvin Patterson (Cyndi) of Keokuk and Karen Ann Patterson of Moore, SC.  Grandchildren: Laura Wills of Donnellson, Iowa, Doug W. Rothgeb (Sarah) of Mansfield Tx, John H. Rothgeb (Brenda) of Raleigh NC, Sara Matlock of Keokuk, Tiffany Elizabeth Kaelin of Los Angeles Ca, Joshua Richard Patterson of Portland, OR, Jenna Grace Schofield (Kyle) Boiling Springs SC. And great grandchildren: Mallory, Aaron, Claire, Rylee, Raegan, Jack

   “Judster” had friends from here to eternity, was always smiling, never raised her voice and believed that life was a glass over filling. Never saying anything bad about a person or place. While we are heartbroken she is gone realize that a better place is where she is now. We trust she will have a great re-union with “I’ll be a son of a ****”

     So we tip our hat or glass to a class lady who touched the lives of many people in a good way.   Bye Judster!

     Vigen Funeral home is in charge of arrangements and there will be no services held at this time. The family wishes everyone to have a great Christmas season, be kind and pay it forward.

Belva Carleen (Rohrbough) Tinklenberg, 84, of Keokuk, Iowa, formerly of Portage, Michigan,
passed away on Monday, December 12, 2022, at Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in
Fort Madison, Iowa.
Belva was born on June 30, 1938, in Basco, Illinois, the daughter of Anthony Preston and Ida
Arabella (Burnett) Rohrbough. On September 7, 1956, she was united in marriage to Charles
“Chuck” Tinklenberg. After sixty-four years of marriage, he preceded her in death on April 13,
2021.
Belva graduated from Central High School in Kalamazoo, Michigan, in 1956, went on to work at
National Gypsum and retired from Cato Group, LLC, both in Kalamazoo. She enjoyed spending
her free time reading, croqueting, gambling, and flowers, and would have a glass of wine (or
two) at the end of the day. She was known for her quick wit and infectious laugh, and her sense
of humor was unmatched. She loved the small children in her family and loved to travel, visiting
all fifty states. Belva also had a large collection of elephants.
Belva is survived by two brothers-in-law: Ryan Tinklenberg and Loren Tinklenberg, both of
Kalamazoo; two sisters-in-law: Clarissa (Dick) Hanson of Richland, Michigan, and Barb
Tinklenberg of Kalamazoo; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and family. She loved all of
her nieces, young and old.
Belva is preceded in death by her husband Chuck; her son Kevin; five siblings: Ralph, Ted,
Wayne, Maxine and Mary Lou; and many brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law.
Funeral services will be held at 6 pm on Friday, December 16, 2022, at Printy Funeral Home in
Warsaw. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Friday from 5 to 6 pm directly before the
service.
Memorials may be directed to the Kalamazoo Gospel Mission or St. Jude Children’s Research
Hospital.
Tributes and condolences may be left at www.printyfuneralhome.com.
Printy Funeral Home of Warsaw is in charge of arrangements.

Donald Albert Stecher

1928-2022

     Donald Albert Stecher, 94 of Keokuk, IA died Monday, December 12, 2022 at River Hills Village in Keokuk.

     He was born September 10, 1928 in St. Paul, MN the son of Christian and Myrtle Connors Stecher. 

     Donald graduated from Harding High School in St. Paul, MN with the class of 1946.

     Donald began his banking career at Capital City State Bank in St. Paul, MN as a teller and rose to Vice President, retiring at the age of forty-nine.  He then became a licensed stock broker for Payne Weber/UBS until his retirement at age seventy-eight. 

     Donald had served on the Board of the Saint Paul Winter Carnival for many years and he also volunteered at the YMCA with the youth programs. 

     Donald loved traveling and camping and never missed an opportunity to take off on an adventure.  He enjoyed music and sang in a barbershop quartet and was a wonderful tenor.  He also enjoyed playing the piano, all by ear.  Most of all, Donald loved life and loved to have fun.

    He is survived by two sons, Jim Stecher (Irene) of Poinciana, FL and Glenn Stecher of St. Paul, MN and one daughter, Joyce Carlson (Don) of Keokuk, two grandchildren, Kris Johnson and Lee Carlson and four great-grandchildren, Carlee and Connor Heinze and Cassidy and Gage Carlson.

     He was preceded in death by his parents.

     According to his wishes, there will be no services.

     Memorials may be made to River Hills Village.

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

Donald (“Swede”) Lee Larson, 90, of Carthage, Illinois, died at 6:41pm on Saturday, December
10, at Memorial Hospital in Carthage.
The son of John and Mildred Larson, he was born on October 2, 1932, east of Carthage at his
grandmother’s house. From there they moved to a dairy farm west of Elvaston, where he and
his brother Carl delivered raw milk and cream door-to-door. In 1944, the family moved to
another dairy farm south of Burnside.
Donald attended Elvaston Grade School and then Jubilee School (a one-room school house). He
graduated in 1951 from Carthage High School. He played football and ran track. After school he
enlisted in the army and fought in the Korean War. He received his honorable discharge on
November 5, 1954. After his military duties, he came home and farmed with his dad. He
continued to farm until he moved into Carthage and retired in 2006.
He played softball for many years and loved to hunt quail and pheasant. He was a life-long
Dodgers fan and loved to travel. He made many trips to Las Vegas, South Dakota, and a seed
corn trip to Spain. He enjoyed playing pitch, the slots, and—after moving to town—having
coffee with his friends. He enjoyed going to the Eagles Club and the VFW. He had a knack for
showing up at different places. When he was able, he liked to drive around and see where
everybody was at.
Although he never married, he was very fond of his family, especially his six nephews and one
niece. He worked very hard during his life and saw many changes. He knew how to make a
dollar, and some say he could stretch a dollar.
Survivors include one brother, David Larson of Carthage, IL, and one sister, Virginia Lynn
(Merrill) Pollock of Prophetstown, IL. He is also survived by his nephews and niece: Michael
(Laurie) Larson of Bozeman, MT; Mark (Martha) Larson of Macomb, IL; Brad Pollock of
Prophetstown, IL; Randy (Kathy) Pollock of Prophetstown, IL; Shawn Larson of Carthage, IL,
Shay Larson of Macomb, IL; Shannon (Mostafa) Tanhayi Ahari of Los Angeles, CA; and many
great-nieces and great-nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Carl William Larson, and sister-in-law Karen
Larson.
Visitation will be held from 9:00am to 11:00am on Friday, December 16. Services will be at
11:00am at the Burnside Christian Church. Burial will be in the McKay Cemetery south of
Burnside. Printy Funeral Home of Carthage is in charge of arrangements.
Memorials may be made to the Burnside Christian Church or to the Illinois Veterans Home of
Quincy, Illinois.

Douglas “Doug” Maurice Lambert

1952-2022

     Douglas “Doug” Maurice Lambert, 70 of Keokuk, IA died Thursday, December 8, 2022 at Memorial Hospital in Carthage, IL.

     He was born September 3, 1952 in Quincy, IL the son of Edwin and Monique Lambert.

     He graduated from Quincy High School with the Class of 1971.  Doug received his Associates Degree in computer science while living in Houston, TX.

     Doug had been employed as a salesman at several different businesses through the years including Sears. Most recently he had been employed as a driver at Shottenkirk Toyota in Quincy, IL. He also enjoyed volunteering with the “Men in Blue” at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL.

     Doug loved technology, computers, and any other tech gadgets.   Doug was a car enthusiast and always kept all of his cars spotless.

     He is survived by his fiancé, Vickie Cockrell of Keokuk and her children and grandchildren all of whom he considered his own, Angela Profeta (Patrick) of Keokuk, Chelsy Arnold (Scott) of O’Fallon, MO and Michael Belville (Laura) of Wentzville, MO and their children, Falecia, Patrick, Nicholas and Erich Profeta, Zoey and Owen Arnold and Olyvia and Adelyn Belville.  He was a faithful fan of Vickie’s grandkids activities. 

     Other survivors include his mother, Monique Steinkamp of Carlyle, IL, two step-brothers, Dean Steinkamp (Jeanne) of Quincy, IL, and Mick Steinkamp (Vickie) of Quincy, IL, a close family friend, Mary Sapp of Quincy, IL and several other friends and relatives.

     He was preceded in death by his father Edwin Lambert, his step-father, Lawrence B. “Steinie” Steinkamp, two brothers, Bob and Paul Lambert, one step-brother, Lawrence Steinkamp and two step-sisters, Jeanette Garrison and Kathy Morgan.

     A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m., Wednesday, at the Vigen Memorial Home in Keokuk, IA with Pastor Derek Olsen officiating.

     Visitation will be held prior to the service from 1-2 p.m., Wednesday at the funeral home with family meeting with friends at that time.

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

Peggy Arlene McGee

1954-2022

     Peggy Arlene McGee, 68 of Keokuk, IA died Thursday, December 8, 2022 in Odessa, MO.

     She was born September 6, 1954 in Keokuk, IA the daughter of Travis and Mary VanVelkinberg Brown.

     Peggy had been employed as a home health caregiver for many years.

     She loved all types of gemstones and was always on the lookout for new ones.  Peggy had a heart for caring for others and brightened many lives over the years. 

     She is survived by two daughters, Mary Lester (Pete) of West Burlington, IA and Mildred Burgess of Keokuk, one son, Travis McGee (Sarah) of Warsaw, IL, seven grandchildren, Chelsey Shedd, Cori Shedd, Dakota Shedd, Drake Shedd, Kevin Padgett, Trystan McGee and Weston McGee and two great-grandchildren, Dakota Dominguez and Elysia Gonzalez and one on the way.  She was also survived by one sister, Joy Brown of MS and three brothers, Robert Brown (Gale) of Independence, MO, Ralph Brown (Shelly) of Waynesboro, TN and Clyde Brown of Independence, MO. 

     She was preceded in death by her parents and one daughter, Ann Margaret Shedd.

     A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m, Thursday, at the Vigen Memorial Home in Keokuk, IA with Pastor Larry Wallingford officiating.  Burial will at Oakland Cemetery in Keokuk.

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

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

William H. “Bill” Pence, 89, of rural Lomax, Illinois, passed away Tuesday, December 6, 2022 at the Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West Burlington, Iowa.

Bill was born July 22, 1933 at the family home near Lomax, where he would live all of his life. He was the son of Herbert and Wanda (Fisher) Pence. His father passed away when Bill was a young boy. He was raised by his grandfather William Fisher and his mother. On August 1, 1954 he married the love of his life, Vieva Joyce Lindgren at the Bethel Lutheran Church in Stronghurst, Illinois. She preceded him in death January 27, 2021.

Bill attended the Pleasant Grove Grade School and graduated from Terre Haute High School in 1951. Bill began farming at the age of fifteen. This developed into a lifelong passion for agriculture. His farm was recognized as a Sesquicentennial Farm. He enjoyed showing registered Hampshire Sheep along with his sons and daughters at many State Fairs and National Shows. He helped organize Illinois Western Sheep Producers and served as the first Chairman. He also sold Walnut Grove Feed locally for many years. In later years, he raised registered Angus cattle. Whether sheep or cattle, he always had a trusted border collie with him to move his livestock.

He was a member of the Terre Haute United Methodist Church, serving as Church Board Chairman for many years. He served on the Terre Haute School Board and was on the Henderson County Board for 10 years. He was also Lomax Township Supervisor for 12 years and was a Lomax Republican Committeeman for 26 years. He enjoyed hunting, especially coon hunting, telling stories, and visiting with his friends and family. He never met a stranger. He loved the sport of baseball and was an avid Chicago Cubs fan.

Survivors include five children: Susan Pratt of LaHarpe, Steve (Julie) Pence of Lomax, Sherry (Kevin) Beals of LaHarpe, Sally (Rodney) Boyle of Burlington, Iowa and Shirley (Rod) Morrison of Cameron, Missouri; 16 grandchildren: Mike (Amy) Pratt, Cassie Pratt, Sasha (Andrew) Kloepper, Shannon (Felecia) Pence, Amber (Jason) Duncan, Drew (Erica) Pence, Skyler (Mariah) Pence, Samantha (Tyler) Howe, Madison (Kevin) Mershon, Mitch (Brooke) Beals, Mason Beals, Jessica (Nick) Malone, Fisher (Ashley Demers) Boyle, Tucker Morrison, Carter Morrison and Sam Morrison; twenty-two great-grandchildren and one sister: Jane Buchanan of Florida. Also surviving is one brother-in-law: Harold (Barbara) Lindgren and sister-in-law: Mary Ann Lindgren and numerous nieces and nephews.

Besides his wife he was preceded in death by one son: Stanley Fisher Pence and two grandchildren: Kade Pratt and Meredith Beals.

The funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, December 11, 2022 at Banks & Beals Funeral Home in LaHarpe with Rev. Jim Clayton and Rev. Lee Unger officiating. Burial will be held at the Heisler Cemetery, on Bill’s farm, near Lomax.

Friends may call from 1:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. Saturday, December 10, 2022 at Banks & Beals Funeral Home in LaHarpe.

A memorial fund has been established for the Terre Haute United Methodist Church or the Lomax Fire Department. To leave a condolence for the family, please visit Bill's obituary at banksandbeals.com. 

Jacob Eugene Hester, 38, of Carthage, passed away at his home Saturday, December 3, 2022.

Jacob was born March 8, 1984, the son of Gene Hester and Tina Brombaugh in Keokuk, Iowa.  He attended Carthage High School and served as a service technician in the automobile industry.

Jacob is survived by his mother, Tina Brombaugh, of Carthage; children, Parker Jo Walker and Bailey Lynne Paige Hester; and a grandson, Aries Drew Oliver Johnson.

He was preceded in death by his father.

Cremation rites will be accorded.  Printy Funeral Home of Carthage is in charge of arrangements.

William Francis Ewers

1935 -2022

     William Francis Ewers, 87, of Keokuk, Iowa passed away at 10am on December 2, 2022, surrounded for days by his family. 

     Bill was born August 21, 1935, the son of William and Thelma (Bowers) Ewers. He married Virginia Mae (Hendricks) “Ginger” on June 24, 1961 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Keokuk. The two had been together for 66 years and were rarely seen apart. She survives.

     Bill is also survived by daughters Lori (Phil) Orth of Omaha, NE, Teri Carman of Peoria, IL and Debi (Tom) Boeck of Keokuk, IA; son Bill (Diane) Ewers of Peoria, IL; grandchildren are Blake (Cindy) McNew, Brant McNew, Alli Orth, Rob Carman, Ryan (Kaitlyn) Carman, Amberose Carman, Andria Carman, Luke Boeck, Brian (Raegan) Boeck, Jacob Boeck, Adam Boeck, Will Ewers, Taylor Ewers, Madi Ewers, Cody Ewers and two great grandchildren Norah McNew and Pierce Carman and several nieces and nephews; brother-in-law Jim (Jane) Watson and one very special puppy, Maggie.

     He is preceded in death by his parents, two sisters and brothers-in-law, Betty and Leo McNally and Marilyn and Bob Roan; sister-in-law Pati Huff; nephews David and Steve McNally, Frank Sartory; granddaughter Virginia Ewers and son-in-law Bill Carman.

     At Keokuk Senior High School, he earned the nickname, “The Sweetheart of Keokuk”, as he led his basketball team to a state championship. 

     Bill decided to join the Military and was a paratrooper with the 82^nd Airborne Division. He later became a member of the Keokuk Fire Department and for many years as well, worked with his cousin Ralph Hechler at Tri-State Welding.

     A lifelong resident of Keokuk, Bill knew no stranger and was a friend to everybody, often waving to them all, even if he couldn’t recall their name and quietly mumbled a name instead. In his late fifties he started a new career in real estate. You could see his name all over town with Cramer Realty signs posted in many yards. He eventually co-owned Cramer Realty and finally retired in his mid-seventies. 

     Bill was a member of the Knights of Columbus and a devoted member of All Saints Catholic Parish in Keokuk.

     While the kids were growing up Bill spent countless hours dedicated to their activities at both St. Vincent’s and Cardinal Stritch High School, which included Booster Clubs and Scouts. Bill was a simple family man and vacations were few as he and Ginger preferred quality time in their own back yard, with the entire family engaged in various games. In his later years he and Grandma kept just as busy with all the grandkid’s activities as well.

     The family would like to thank the wonderful staff for the excellent care he received at Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West Burlington, IA. As much as he will be missed, we are comforted to know he will be welcomed by all his friends and family in heaven!

     Visitation will be on December 17, 2022 from 9-11am at Vigen Memorial Home in Keokuk with a funeral mass following at 11am at Church of All Saints. A luncheon will follow at the Knights of Columbus Hall.    

     A private burial will be at a later date at the Keokuk National Cemetery.

     Memorial gifts may be made to Keokuk Catholic Schools or Church of All Saints.

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

Clark Evan Pfeiferling
1965-2022

Clark Evan Pfeiferling, 57 of Keokuk, IA died Wednesday, October 19, 2022 at
Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in Ft. Madison, IA.
He was born September 13, 1965 in Keokuk, IA the son of Edwin and Betty Rotter
Pfeiferling. He attended Keokuk High School.
Clark had been employed at Vista Bakery in Burlington, IA.
He enjoyed playing pool and performing card tricks. Clark was carefree, fun loving
and never met a stranger. He enjoyed cruising around town in his Oldsmobile and was
always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need.
He is survived by one daughter, Brittany of Keokuk, one sister, Christina Pfeiferling of
Keokuk, one brother, Craig Pfeiferling of Keokuk and several nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Clifford Pfeiferling and one
sister, Cindy Pfeiferling.
A memorial service will be held at 5 p.m., Friday December 9 th , at the Vigen Memorial
Home in Keokuk with Rick Kent officiating.
Visitation will be held prior to the service from 4-5 p.m., Friday, at the funeral home
with family meeting with friends at that time.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.vigenmemorialhome.com

Roland Henry “Slick” Northup

1943-2022

     Roland Henry “Slick” Northup, 79 of Nauvoo, IL died Thursday, December 1, 2022 at Memorial Hospital in Carthage, IL.

     He was born May 23, 1943 in Niota, IL the son of Harry and Myrtle Hinman Northup.  Roland graduated from Dallas City High School in Dallas City, IL with the class of 1963.

     He was a veteran of the United States Army and proudly served his country during the Vietnam War.

     Slick was first united in marriage to Pok Sun.  They later divorced.  On March 7, 2000 Slick was united in marriage to Nancy Kayser in Pearl, LA.  She survives.

     Other survivors include one son, Shawn Northup (Trish) of Keokuk, one daughter, Camille Whitaker (Bryan) of Burlington, IA, one step-son, Frank Cady (Simone) of Burnside, IL and three step-daughters, Michele Campos (Carlos) of Summitville, S.C., Christina Money of Carthage, IL and Leann Cady of Oxford, GA, thirteen grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren.  He is also survived by one brother, Harold Northup (Charleen) of Dallas City, IL, three sisters, Harriet Hinman of Woodland Park, CO, Patsy Loos of Camp Point, IL and Jean Marie Crosby of Woodland Park, CO and several nieces and nephews.  

     He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Mary Peterson.

     Slick was a member of the Church of The Latter Day Saints and the American Legion.  

     He had been first been employed by Santa Fe Railroad and later by Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway for forty years until his retirement in 2003.

     Slick loved to collect antiques including railroad artifacts and horse drawn implements.  He enjoyed auto body work, attending car shows and car flea markets and was always on the hunt for things to add to his collections.  Slick also loved his hot rod, a 1969 Torino.

     A graveside service with military rites will be held at 2 p.m., Wednesday, at the Keokuk National Cemetery in Keokuk, IA.  

     Visitation will be held prior to the service from 12 noon - 2 p.m., Wednesday at the Vigen Memorial Home in Keokuk with family meeting with friends at that time.

     Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, PAW Animal Shelter or the Alzheimer’s Association.   

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

 Blanche Elizabeth Holmes, 96 of Keokuk, IA died Thursday, December 1, 2022 at the Montrose Health Center in Montrose, IA.

     She was born August 25, 1926 in Swan Township in Warren County, IL the daughter of Virgil and Maude Kissick Parsons. 

     On December 12, 1942 Blanche was united in marriage to Leroy Holmes in Kahoka, MO.  He preceded her in death.  

     Blanche had been employed by the Keokuk Convalescent Center as a CNA and then at Keokuk Area Hospital for over twenty years.

     Blanche had a green thumb and grew beautiful flowers in her garden.  She enjoyed bluegrass, polka and old country music.  Blanche loved to cook and bake.  She had a special rolling pin she loved to use and was famous for her meatloaf.  Blanche was an avid reader, bowled on several leagues through the years and will be remembered for her feisty and sassy but classy personality.  Blanche also enjoyed shopping and had amazing taste and always seemed to pick out the most expensive items.  Most of all, Blanche loved her grandchildren and treasured the time she spent with them.

     She is survived by two daughters, Marsha Holmes of Muscatine, IA and Janice Appleget (Lynn) of Sigourney, IA, two sons, Robert Holmes of Keokuk and  Ronnie Holmes of Burlington, IA, nineteen grandchildren, forty-one great-grandchildren and several great-great-grandchildren.  She is also survived by one brother, Harold Parsons of Holliday, TX and two sisters, Linda Walker of Monmouth, IL and Francis McCormick of Collinsville, IL.

     Besides her husband, she was also preceded in death by her parents, one daughter, Sharon Brooks, one grandson, Brian Holmes, two great-great-grandchildren, JayLynn Francis and Annabelle Sackman and eight siblings, Norman Parsons, Charles Parsons, Evelyn Rogers, Carol Mahoney, Raymond Parsons, Lila Taylor, Alice Hollingsworth and Susie McGann.

     A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday at the Vigen Memorial Home in Keokuk, IA.  Burial will be in the Hickory Grove Cemetery in Keokuk.

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

     Memorials may be made to Wreaths Across America.

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

Shirley Bunker

1922-2022

     Shirley Bunker, 86 of Wayland, MO passed away Wednesday, November 30, 2022 at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL. 

     She was born October 6, 1936 Alexandria, MO the daughter of Jacob and Luella Phillips Tucker.  

     On February 23, 1957 she was united in marriage to Carl Bunker in Kahoka, MO.  He survives. 

     Other survivors include two sons, David (Sherry) Bunker of Wayland, MO and Dwayne Bunker of Kahoka, MO, two grandsons, Jake (Rachel) Bunker of Montrose, IA and Josh Bunker of Belton, MO, one step-granddaughter, Shana (Damon) Bollin of Kahoka, MO, two sisters-in-law, Martha Kinkeade of Wayland, MO and Karen Tucker of Burlington, IA, one brother-in-law, Ivan Bunker (Lois) of Weaver, IA, one great-granddaughter, Everly Bunker of Montrose, IA, three step-great-grandchildren, Dylan McGhghy, Shelby McCall and Drake Bollin, one step-great-granddaughter, Elinor Dawson and many nieces, nephews and friends. 

     She was preceded in death by her parents, her in-laws, Isaac and Martha Bunker, one brother, Jack Tucker, brother and sister-in-law, James (Dorthy) Bunker, Wanda (Lawrence) Kinkeade, infant great-grandson, Baby Bunker, step-grandson, Devin Strickler, five nephews and three step-nephews. 

     Shirley had been employed by Drydens in Keokuk, IA, as a cook at the Argyle School in Argyle, IA and at the Clark County Nursing Home in Kahoka, MO for almost twenty years.  

     She became a Christian at the age of thirteen and was baptized soon after.  She was a faithful member of the First Baptist Church of Wayland.  At her death she was the oldest living member.  She had faith in her God that he would guide her through all things.  

     Shirley loved gardening, cooking, baking, watching Family Feud and sitting outside with Carl.  In her younger years, she enjoyed camping, but most of all, Shirley treasured the time she spent with her family.  She also loved her elected position as a Wayland City Council member, which she served on for many years.  

     A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday at the First Baptist Church in Wayland with Pastor Dan Deatrick officiating.  Burial will be held in the Frazee Cemetery.  

     Visitation will be held from 2 - 4 p.m., Sunday at the Vigen Memorial Home in Kahoka with family meeting with friends at that time. 

     Memorials may be made to the Frazee Cemetery. 

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

Larry Oather Keller, 76, of Niota, passed away at Blessing Hospital on Tuesday, November 29, 2022.

Larry was born January 29, 1946, the son of Wilbur and Darlene (Boatman) Keller in Keokuk, Iowa.  He attended Hamilton High School graduating in 1964.  On April 23, 1983, he was united in marriage to Janet Kay Pilkington in Hamilton, Illinois.  She survives.  Larry had worked construction for many years in the area and also enjoyed small engine repair, especially lawnmowers.  Larry was known for his generous spirit in his willingness to help others and his deep love for his grandchildren.  

Larry is survived by his wife, Janet, of Niota; children, Jason (Jessica) Keller of Hamilton and Teresa Keller of Burlington; grandchildren, Kaylee Keller, Gracie Allen and Lydia and Keira Keller; siblings, Betty (Jim) Daggs of Donnelson, Bonnie (Ralph) Hardy of Keokuk, Jerry (Connie) Keller of Warsaw and Joe (Deb) Keller of Keokuk; a brother-in-law, Jim Irvin of Revere, Missouri; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents; grandson, Jaden Budoff, a sister, Joyce Irvin and a nephew, Rick Hardy.

Visitation will be held from 4:00 – 7:00 PM Tuesday, December 6, 2022, at Printy Funeral Home in Hamilton.  Burial will be held at a later date at the Elvaston Cemetery.  A memorial fund has been established.  Printy Funeral Home of Hamilton is in charge of arrangements.