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Louise H. Seberg
Jul 8, 2024
MOUNT PLEASANT- Louise Seberg, 99, of Mount Pleasant, died Monday, July 8, 2024, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington.
Louise was born June 14, 1925, in Mount Pleasant, the daughter of Ben and Lucile (Hough) Fenton. She graduated from Olds Consolidated High School in 1943. On March 20, 1944, Louise was united in marriage to Glen M...
Francisco J. Quiñones
Jun 4, 2024
Francisco, mejor conocido como Junior Quiñones, nació el 30 de diciembre de 1964, en San Juan Puerto Rico, hijo de Francisco Quiñones y
Francisco, mejor conocido como Junior Quiñones, nació el 30 de diciembre de 1964, en San Juan Puerto Rico, hijo de Francisco Quiñones y Nivia Rodríguez. Fue un amante de los deportes desde niño...
Veunna Baccam
May 30, 2024
MOUNT PLEASANT- Veunna Voat Baccam, 68, of Mount Pleasant, IA passed away May 30, 2024, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City.
Veunna was born September 13, 1955, in Xieng Khouang, Laos, the daughter of Khamsay and Toune Baccam. She went to Vientiane College and taught French while in Laos. She worked as a stone setter at...
James "Jim" Zielinski
May 25, 2024
MOUNT PLEASANT- James “Jim” Zielinski, 74, of Mount Pleasant, died Saturday, May 25, 2024, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City.
Jim was born March 22, 1950, in Canton, Illinois, the son of Walter D. and Helen J. (Bailey) Zielinski. He graduated from Burgan High School in 1968, and continued his education at St. Mary’s University and...
Maryln J Strohman
May 5, 2024
MOUNT PLEASANT- Maryln Strohman, 89 of Johnston, formerly of Mount Pleasant, died Sunday, May 5, 2024, at Edencrest at Green Meadows in Johnston.
Maryln was born August 17, 1934, in Washington, Iowa, the daughter of Norbert and Ferne (Courtney) Kurtz. She graduated from Ottumwa Heights High School and continued her education at the Ottumwa Academy and Iowa Wesleyan College, earning her...
Randy Dodds
May 1, 2024
Randy Dodds, 73, of Ankeny, formerly of Mount Pleasant, died Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at his home.
Randy was born January 13, 1951, the son of Morton and Barbara (Hill) Dodds. He graduated from Mount Pleasant High School and continued his education at Northeast Missouri State University in Kirksville, Missouri. On January 26, 1990, Randy was united in marriage to Peggy...
Darrell C. Gray
Apr 20, 2024
MOUNT PLEASANT- Darrell Gray, 75, of Mount Pleasant, died Saturday, April 20, 2024, at his home.
Darrell was born March 8, 1949, in Marcus, Iowa, the son of Donald E. and Della H. (Juhl) Gray. He graduated from high school and continued his education at Parsons College, earning a bachelors of science. Darrell moved to Mount Pleasant in 1977, and worked...
Jean Keefe Beavers
Apr 12, 2024
Catherine Jean Scott Keefe Beavers, 100, of Mount Pleasant died Friday, April 12, 2024, at Park Place Elder Living in Mount Pleasant.
Jean was born June 20, 1923, in Mount Pleasant, the daughter of Leo and Mary Alice (Burns) Scott. On August 24, 1949, Jean was united in marriage to T.W. “Bill” Keefe. He passed away in December 1970. In 1981,...
Eldon W. Witthoft
Apr 4, 2024
MOUNT PLEASANT- Eldon W. Witthoft, 93, of Mount Pleasant died Thursday, April 4, 2024, at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, Illinois.
Eldon was born January 26, 1931, in Washington, Iowa, the son of John Frederick and Minnie Gertrude (Semler) Witthoft. He graduated from Washington High School. On January 28, 1968, Eldon married Sandra Schroeder in Washington, to this union the couple had...
Sara Stanley
Apr 1, 2024
Sara Ann Stanley, a pioneering figure in the world of theatre and academia, passed away on April 1, 2024, at the age of 80. She leaves behind a legacy of innovation, creativity, and dedication that will be remembered fondly by all who had the privilege of knowing her.
She was born in Mount Pleasant, Iowa, on July 31, 1943. Music and...
Myndell Boshart
Mar 30, 2024
WAYLAND- Myndell Lucille Boshart, 105, formerly of Wayland, Iowa, passed away on Saturday, March 30, 2024, at Sunrise Terrace, Winfield, Iowa.
Myndell Lucille Wagler was born December 14, 1918, to John Schertz and Ada Marie (Hirschy) Wagler at her parents’ farm home near Trenton, Iowa, in a snowstorm. She was the second child in a family of 11 children. Myndell grew...
Alberto Villagrana
Mar 26, 2024
MOUNT UNION- Alberto Villagrana, 71, of Mt. Union, died Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at his home.
Alberto was born February 21, 1953, in Zacatecas, Mexico, the son of Mauel and Marta (Sonora) Villagrana. He moved to Los Angeles and was united in marriage to Maria Zamora. The couple moved to Iowa, where Alberto was employed by West Liberty Foods. He was...
Mary Anne Meyer
Mar 25, 2024
MOUNT PLEASANT- Mary Anne (Anne) Meyer, 96, of Mount Pleasant, died Monday, March 25, 2024, at Park Place Elder Living where her wry sense of humor was appreciated.Anne was born February 28, 1928, in Baltimore, MD, the daughter of William J. and Helen Mary (Foley) Cook. She graduated from high school and continued her education at Mercy Hospital School of...
Donald E. Wells
Mar 20, 2024
MOUNT PLEASANT- Donald E. Wells, 70, of Mount Pleasant, died Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Cedar Rapids.
Don was born June 30, 1953, the son of Sam and Myrtle Wells. He worked in food service. Don is survived by a son Tyson Mathis and a daughter Maizy Wells.
According to his wishes his body will be cremated and...
Chad Fountain
Mar 16, 2024
MOUNT PLEASANT- Chad Dale Fountain, 49, of Mount Pleasant, died unexpectedly on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at his home. Gozer Fountaine is sad to announce the departure of his master.
Chad was born June 18, 1974, in Mount Pleasant, the son of Pat and Barb (Burich) Fountain. He graduated from Mount Pleasant High School in 1992. Dressing up and performing as...
Kevin "Lefty" Nau
Mar 3, 2024
Kevin “Lefty” Nau, 63, of Mount Pleasant, Iowa, passed away Sunday, March 3, 2024, at Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West Burlington, following complications from a surgical procedure.
Kevin was born September 4, 1960, the son of Albert “Doc” and Mary (McBeth) Nau. He graduated from Mount Pleasant High School. On October 4, 2000, Kevin was united in marriage to...
Tammy J. Wellington
Feb 24, 2024
Tammy Joy Wellington, 56, of Burlington formerly of Mount Pleasant died Saturday,February 24, 2024, in Mount Pleasant.Tammy was born September 8, 1967, in California, the daughter of Chuck and Judy(Hill) Wellington. She graduated from high school and attended college where shereceived an Associates Degree. Tammy had worked for Heatilator and Modine.Tammy had a big heart and brought love and laughter...
Lynn Cochran
Feb 23, 2024
MOUNT PLEASANT- Lynn J. Cochran, age 84, of Mount Pleasant, passed away February 23, 2024, at his home.
Lynn was born in West Chester, Iowa, on January 2, 1940, son of Vaun Wesley and Pearl Ida (Robertson) Cochran. He graduated from grade school and high school in Mount Pleasant, participating in many sports activities. A member of the Boy Scouts and...
Merrill Peterson
Feb 22, 2024
Dr. Merrill A. Peterson, 73, of Indian Trail, North Carolina, formerly of Mount Pleasant, died Thursday, February 22, 2024, at Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Merrill was born December 21, 1950, in Mount Pleasant, IA, the son of Warren and Berniece (Bozarth) Peterson. He graduated from Mount Pleasant High School in 1969. He continued his education at...
Justin B. Rodgers
Feb 16, 2024
WINFIELD- Justin Rodgers, 46, of Winfield, died unexpectedly Friday, February 16, 2024, at Henry County Health Center.
Justin was born August 17, 1977, in Mount Pleasant, the son of David L. and Joan (Rich) Rodgers. He graduated from WACO High School in 1996, and Kirkwood Community College in 2011, with an Associate of Science Degree. Justin worked for Boshart Sales in...
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