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...
Virginia Perron
Feb 14, 2024
Mary Virginia Perron, 91, of Mount Pleasant, died Wednesday, February 14, 2024, at Sunrise Terrace in Winfield.
Virginia was born May 6, 1932, in Cyrene, Missouri, the daughter of Albert and Malinda (Strother) Brewster. She grew up in Bowling Green, Missouri, and graduated high school in 1950. On April 19, 1952, Virginia married Clifford R. Perron in Jeffersonville, IN. He preceded...
Margaret A. Johanson
Feb 7, 2024
Margaret Anna Johanson, 85, died Wednesday, February 7, 2024, at New London Specialty Care in New London after an extended illness with stiff person syndrome.
Margaret was born June 21, 1938, as the second oldest of seven children to Philip A. and N. Lucile (Pontzius) Evans on a farm outside of Winfield. She graduated from Olds High School in 1956. On...
Carol J. Nemitz
Feb 3, 2024
MOUNT PLEASANT- Carol J. Nemitz, 89, died on February 3, 2024, in Mt. Pleasant, Iowa. She was born February 25, 1934, in Pulaski, Iowa, to William and Joyce Baughman Nemitz. Carol’s childhood was spent with her brother, Rex, and their cousin, JoAnn Baughman, who was raised in their home.
Carol’s early education was in the Pulaski schools where she graduated from...
Gary Meth Jr.
Jan 21, 2024
MOUNT PLEASANT- Gary Meth, Jr., 53, of Mount Pleasant, died Sunday, January 21, 2024, at Park Place Elder Living.
Gary was born April 5, 1970, in California, the son of Gary and Geraldine (May) Meth, Sr. He held a few general labor jobs, and most recently worked at Walmart. Gary loved his family and enjoyed spending quality time with them, as...
Marvin "Jim" Schenk
Jan 21, 2024
MOUNT PLEASANT – Marvin “Jim” Schenk, 84, of Mount Pleasant, died Sunday, January 21, 2024, at his home.
Jim was born May 27, 1939, in Mount Pleasant, the son of Raymond and Frances (Craig) Schenk. He graduated from Mount Pleasant High School in 1959. On January 7, 1962, Jim was united in marriage to Barb Manning at the Open Bible Church...
Dr. Steven M. Wettach
Jan 10, 2024
MOUNT PLEASANT- Steven Mark Wettach, 70, of Mt. Pleasant, Iowa, died January 10, 2024. He was born at Mercy Hospital in Iowa City on April 12, 1953 to Dr. Robert Stewart Wettach and Betty Elaine (Preuss) Wettach. He was baptized on Easter Sunday at the First Methodist Church in Mt. Pleasant.
Steve grew up in Mt. Pleasant, where he graduated from...
Dolores L. Mathews
Jan 7, 2024
MOUNT PLEASANT- Dolores L. “Dee” Mathews, 95, of Mt. Pleasant, and formerly of Mt. Union, Iowa, died Sunday, January 7, 2024 at Edencrest at Green Meadows, Johnston, Iowa.
Dee was born in 1928 to John and Cora Lauer in Mt. Pleasant. She married Stanley E. Mathews September 18, 1948 in Mt. Union, Iowa. He preceded her in death September 13,...
