Luther Henson
Aug 5, 2025
Luther Henson, age 89, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2025. He was born November 13, 1935, to Albert and Alta (Lawhorn) Henson.
Luther grew up on the Lake of the Ozarks, where he discovered his lifelong love for fishing and boating. He proudly served four years in the U.S. Air Force as a Russian language specialist before dedicating much...
Shirley Jenkins
Aug 5, 2025
Shirley Jenkins, age 85, passed away peacefully at Midlands Living Center August 5, 2025. She was born December 6, 1939 to Ernest and Dora (Gray) Steward in Onawa, IA.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by spouse, Russell Jenkins; son, Tony Jenkins; son-in-law, Dale Marsh; brother, Bernard Steward; sister, Delores Blake.
Shirley is survived by her children, Carol...
Michelle Swanson
Aug 3, 2025
"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith." 2 Timothy 4:7 With sadness, love, and profound gratitude, the family of Michelle Yvonne (Edie) Swanson announces her passing on August 3, 2025, at the age of 49.
Michelle was born on August 13, 1975, to Michael and Debra Edie of Council Bluffs, Iowa.
Michelle lived...
Helen Herren
Aug 1, 2025
Helen Mary Herren, age 86, passed away peacefully at Gracewell Nursing Home in Denison, Iowa on August 1, 2025.
She was born September 19, 1938 in Council Bluffs, Iowa to the late Emil and Ethel (Pope) Knickman. Helen graduated from Silver City, IA high school. She received her Bachelor's Degree from the University of Northern Iowa and her Master's Degree at...
John Nelson
Aug 1, 2025
John L. Nelson, age 70, passed away at his home on August 1, 2025.
He was born December 14, 1954, to the late Raymond Nelson and Pauline (Unmack) Peacock in Council Bluffs, IA. John was a self employed carpenter.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Karen Loden.
John is survived by his daughter,...
Marilynn Angeroth
Aug 1, 2025
Marilynn Ann Angeroth, 74, of Council Bluffs, Iowa, passed away suddenly July 30, 2025 at Bergan Mercy Hospital in Omaha, NE.
Marilynn was the first child of Sam and Barb (Finkle) Thomas, followed by her brother Sam (Lynda) of Silver City, IA and sister Rebecca of Fort Calhoun, NE. They attended Treynor Schools.
She gave birth to her first daughter, Cheri Ann,...
John Chafe
Jul 30, 2025
John Phillip Chafe, age 74, passed away peacefully at home July 30, 2025. He leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and music that will be cherished by all who knew him. John was a pillar of strength and a source of endless joy, always ready with a joke or a song to brighten the day. His greatest passion was...
Christine Fink
Jul 29, 2025
Christine Mary Fink entered into Eternal Rest on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, in Omaha, Nebraska. Her life was well-lived, and full of accomplishments and enjoyments.
Christine was born in Suffern, NY, on Christmas Eve 1946. She was the second child of Philip and Pauline Martino and enjoyed a loving upbringing in nearby West Haverstraw, NY. After graduating high school from...
Daniel Paulson
Jul 29, 2025
Daniel S. "Dan" Paulson, age 74, passed away peacefully at his home with his “darling” Jan by his side on July 29, 2025.
Dan was born on September 29, 1950, in Council Bluffs, IA, to the late Michael and Elizabeth (Geppert) Paulson. He was the second oldest of eight siblings.
In the summer of 1968, Dan embarked on an adventure, working first...
Jeffrey Porter
Jul 28, 2025
With a heavy heart, I wanted to put this out there, my brother, Jeff has passed away. Way too soon!! He was three years older than I. This is my only living immediate blood family left in this world and he will be truly missed!! Even though we were 1500 miles away we would talk at least two or three...
Linda Ackland
Jul 26, 2025
Linda Lake Ackland, age 78, passed away on July 26, 2025. Linda lived a life full of color, joy and faith. Born in Hot Springs, South Dakota on June 7th, 1947, Linda lived in many places. The daughter of Genevieve and Epimenio Aguilar, she moved more times than her age during her young years. From the East Coast to California,...
Connie Sudmann
Jul 24, 2025
Connie Marie (Guttau) Sudmann, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Known for her unwavering faith in Jesus Christ, servant heart, selfless love, and deep devotion to her family.
Born on March 15, 1944, Connie was the eldest daughter of Raymond and Arlue Guttau of Treynor, Iowa. She graduated...
June Behrens
Jul 22, 2025
June Behrens, age 95, passed away on July 22, 2025.
She was born June 15, 1930, to the late Ivan and Ruby (Brown) Piper in Woodbine, IA. June graduated from Woodbine High School with the class of 1948 and retired from the Carter Lake Senior Center. She was a longtime member of the First Church of the Nazarene.
In addition to her...
Norman Bates
Jul 22, 2025
Norman passed peacefully to his heavenly home on July 22, 2025 in his Treynor, IA home with his wife, Carole and son Eric, close by. Norman was born on October 11, 1932, the ninth child in a family of twelve to Bert and Nellie (Peck) Bates in their farm home west of Griswold, IA.
In 1936, the family relocated to Council...
Lloyd Larson
Jul 20, 2025
Lloyd A. Larson, age 78, passed away on July 20, 2025.
He was born on December 24, 1946, to the late Olliver and Myrtle (Nelson) Larson in Logan, IA.
Lloyd proudly served his country in the United States Navy, especially joining at 17 years old. He loved telling stories about his time stationed in Japan, while in the Navy. Lloyd worked on...
Rose Petry
Jul 18, 2025
Rose M. Petry, age 88, passed away at Methodist Hospital on July 18, 2025.
She was born on July 28, 1936, to the late Perry and Rosetta (Stevens) Watkins in Harlan, IA.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Bob Petry; step-son, Bobby Petry; brothers, Perry Watkins and Henry Watkins.
Rose is survived by...
John Herren
Jul 18, 2025
John David Herren was born June 17, 1936 in New Market, IA to James D. and Lydia Reidlinger Herren.
John grew up in New Market and graduated from New Market High School in 1954. There he met the love of his life, Phyllis Brooks. Together they attended and graduated from Clarinda Jr. College in 1956.
John and Phyllis were married May 27,...
Jacqueline Triplett
Jul 17, 2025
Jacqueline A. "Jackie" Triplett, age 87, passed away on July 17, 2025.
She was born March 31, 1938, to the late Oliver and Florence (Mattis) Mintun in Council Bluffs, IA.
Jackie was a wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, niece, aunt, and a friend to many. Jackie's acts of kindness knew no limits. She never had to try to be kind, it was...
Larry Poffenbarger
Jul 17, 2025
Larry G. Poffenbarger, age 87, passed away peacefully on July 17, 2025. Larry was born in Council Bluffs on 11 February, 1938 to Arthur and Bertha (Thacker) Poffenbarger (Granny Henderson). He lived in the Southend of Council Bluffs for the first fourteen years of his life and then moved to The Farm where he spent his remaining years. He joined...
Michael McCoy
Jul 12, 2025
Michael McCoy, age 77, passed away July 12, 2025. He was born February 23, 1948 to Robert and Geraldine McCoy.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Lynette McCoy; brother, Tony Anthony McCoy; and brother-in-law, Raymond Pruett.
Michael is survived by his son, John McCoy; sister, Connie Pruett; nephew, Raymond Pruett Jr.;...
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