About Us
About Us
About Us
At Olson-Yoder Funeral Home & Crematory, we are honored to serve families in Mount
Pleasant, Iowa, and the surrounding communities with compassionate, professional, and
respectful funeral and cremation services. Whether you are planning a traditional burial or
choosing cremation, our focus is always on providing thoughtful guidance, meeting your family's
unique needs, and honoring your loved one during one of life’s most difficult moments.
As the only provider with an on-site crematory in Henry County, your loved one remains in our
care throughout the entire process – offering families added reassurance and peace of mind.
Our funeral home features ample parking, modern accommodations, and full handicap
accessibility, ensuring a welcoming and comfortable environment for all who visit.
We are committed to honoring each individual’s life with dignity and grace—respecting tradition
while embracing every unique story.
Bios
Charlie Yoder – Owner and Licensed Funeral Director
Charles Yoder, licensed funeral director and certified crematory operator, has been dedicated to
serving families with compassion and professionalism since 1992. A native of Wellman, Iowa,
Charlie graduated from Mid-Prairie High School in 1987 and earned his degree from Worsham
College of Mortuary Science in 1992. He has been actively involved in the funeral service
profession throughout his career, serving as District 3 Governor of the Iowa Funeral Directors
Association from 2014 to 2017, and as its President in 2019.
Charlie and his wife, Dorie, lived in Kalona for nearly three decades before relocating to Mount
Pleasant in 2020. He is a member of St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus,
Mount Pleasant Noon Rotary Club, Mount Pleasant Kiwanis, Iowa Funeral Directors Association
and National Funeral Directors Association. Charlie serves on the Mount Pleasant Community
School District Foundation, and Henry County Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Memorial Hospital Board
of Trustees.
Charlie enjoys playing golf, fishing and traveling. Charlie and Dorie have a daughter Morgan
who is continuing the family tradition in funeral service.
Morgan Yoder– Owner and Licensed Funeral Director
Morgan Yoder, daughter of Charlie and Dorie Yoder, was raised in Kalona, Iowa. She is a 2013
graduate of Mid-Prairie High School and earned her bachelor's degree in Health and Human
Studies from the University of Iowa in 2020. Following in her father’s footsteps, Morgan
graduated with an Associate of Science degree from Worsham College of Mortuary Science in
2022.
Morgan now lives in Mount Pleasant and has served families as a licensed funeral director and
certified crematory operator since 2023. She is involved in the community, serving as a board
member of the Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce. She is also an active member of St.
Alphonsus Catholic Church where she serves on the Parish Council, Mount Pleasant Kiwanis,
the Iowa Funeral Directors Association, and the National Funeral Directors Association.
Morgan enjoys cheering on the Kansas City Chiefs, traveling, volunteering, and spending quality
time with family and friends.
Tim Olson – Licensed Funeral Director
Tim Olson was born in Belmond, Iowa, and developed an early passion for funeral service,
inspired by his grandfather and uncle who served the Forest City community with dedication for
over 64 years.
After graduating from North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) and the Dallas Institute of
Funeral Service, Tim completed his apprenticeship in Keokuk and became a licensed funeral
director. He began serving families in Mount Pleasant in 1991. In 1998, Tim, alongside his wife
Sally, made a lasting commitment to the Mount Pleasant community by building the current
Olson-Yoder Funeral Home on Mapleleaf Drive. Although Tim officially retired in 2020, he
continues to serve part-time, offering the same compassionate care that has defined his career.
Tim is a 40-year member of the Kiwanis Club, serves on the Festival of Lights Committee, and is
an active member of the Romeos group. He and Sally volunteer with the Henry County Health
Center and are longtime members of the First Presbyterian Church. Tim enjoys spending time
volunteering and doing yardwork.
Joan Rodgers – Funeral Assistant
Joan Rodgers has been working part-time since 2016; organizing and leading the grief support
groups hosted and sponsored by the funeral home. A graduate of WACO High School, she earned
her undergraduate degree from Central College in Pella and a Master of Social Work from the
University of Iowa. She also holds a post-graduate Certificate in Bereavement Care from
Madonna University in Michigan.
Joan’s professional career spans 37 years in medical social work at Henry County Health Center
and Great River Medical Center. She has been involved with hospice care since 1988, with the
final 10 years of her career devoted exclusively to hospice work, focusing on bereavement care.
Joan also served for 3½ years as Director of Lay Ministries at First United Methodist Church in
Mount Pleasant. She continues to serve as a Lay Speaker in the United Methodist Church.
Joan and her husband, Dave, have three grown sons and six grandchildren. Her greatest passion
is supporting, helping, and spending meaningful time with others.
Theresa Rose – Funeral Assistant

Theresa Rose began working part-time with Charlie and Morgan Yoder in 2023, after retiring
from a long and distinguished career in broadcasting. A familiar voice in the community, Theresa
spent many years at KILJ Radio in Mount Pleasant, working in several capacities but primarily
as news director and on-air personality.
A Mount Pleasant native, Theresa graduated from Mount Pleasant High School before earning a
degree in Journalism and Mass Communications from the University of Iowa. Community
service is important to Theresa. She serves on the Mount Pleasant Public Library Board of
Directors, the Mount Pleasant School Foundation Board of Directors, and the Henry County
Extension Council.
Family is also a big part of her life. She has three grown sons, two grandchildren and a large
extended family that she loves spending time with. Theresa feels the opportunity to help Yoders
serve area families combines the importance she places on family and community. Plus, it takes
her back to her roots when her great grandfather, R.K. Crane, provided funeral services in Mount
Pleasant 100 years ago.
