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Connor Burgess

Connor Burgess

Aug 1, 2024

Connor Burgess 16, of Luray passed away Thursday, August 1, 2024 in Luray.

He was born July 27, 2008 in Memphis, MO the son of Shawn and Jessica Franklin Burgess.

He was currently a student at Clark County R-1 High School.

Connor lived life to the fullest. He loved the outdoors whether it...

Shirley Woods

Shirley Woods

Aug 1, 2024

Our dear Mother, Shirley Woods, left this earthly plane on August 1st, 2024 at the age of 82.

Her departure was unexpected but she left this world gracefully and peacefully with her family by her side.

Shirley was the only child of Bertha and Wayne Fryer. She married Norman Woods and had three children Shelley...

Colby Ryan Deck

Colby Ryan Deck

Jul 28, 2024

Colby Ryan Deck, 27 of Keokuk, IA passed away Sunday, July 28, 2024.

He was born January 28, 1997 in Keokuk, the son of Derek Shaul and Clara Deck.

Colby graduated from Keokuk High School with the class of 2015.

He was a member of First Christian Church in Keokuk.

He...

Patricia Varnold

Patricia Varnold

Jul 28, 2024

Patricia Ann Darlene Varnold, 90 of Moberly, MO entered Heaven on July 28, 2024 at her home in Meadow Ridge Assisted Living surrounded by her family.

She was born January 14, 1934 to Ernest and Rhea Stevenson Humes of Wyaconda, MO.

On March 15, 1955 she married Robert Lee Varnold of Keokuk, IA where they...

Donald Elmer Jones

Donald Elmer Jones

Jul 25, 2024

Donald Elmer Jones, 81 of Cedar Rapids, IA formerly of Keokuk, IA passed away Thursday, July 25, 2024 at his home.

He was born November 22, 1942 in Marshalltown, IA the son of Elmer W. and Pearl I. Matthews Jones. Don graduated from Marshalltown High School with the class of 1961.

Don was a veteran...

Robert  Keith  High

Robert Keith High

Jul 24, 2024

Robert Keith High 92, of Keokuk passed away Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at the Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL.

He was born December 23, 1931 in Keokuk, IA the son of Oscar and Hazel Kite High.

He enlisted in the United States Navy on July 20, 1951 and was honorably discharged on July 14, 1955....

Linda Sparrow

Linda Sparrow

Jul 20, 2024

Linda Sparrow, 69 of Keokuk, IA passed away Saturday, July 20, 2024 at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL.

She was born September 17, 1954 in Keokuk, IA the daughter of Elmer and Virginia Hagmeier Sparrow. Linda graduated from Keokuk High School with the class of 1974.

She was first married to Larry Hackett on September...

John Steven "Skillet" Smith

John Steven "Skillet" Smith

Jul 18, 2024

John "Skillet" Smith, 71, of Hamilton, IL, died Thursday, July 18, 2024 at the Carthage Memorial Hospital in Carthage, IL.

He was born on September 19, 1952 in Keokuk, IA, the son of Frank and Monta (Crawford) Smith. John graduated from Keokuk High School with the Class of 1971 and then attended Southeastern Community College in Keokuk....

William Louis "Louie" Greenslaugh

William Louis "Louie" Greenslaugh

Jul 17, 2024

William Louis "Louie" Greenslaugh, 95 of Keokuk, IA, formerly of Hamilton, IL passed away Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in Ft. Madison, IA.

He was born April 14, 1929 in Keokuk, IA the son of Clarence and Minnie Weber Greenslaugh. Louie graduated from Hamilton High School with the class of 1947.

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Sarah Wright

Sarah Wright

Jul 16, 2024

Sarah Wright, 71 of Keokuk passed away Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at her home surrounded by her family.

She was born February 8, 1953 in Carthage, IL the daughter of Charles and Gracia Erickson Wright.

She graduated from Keokuk High School with the class of 1971 and later from Southeastern Community College in 1999 with...

Mattie Hope Karriker

Mattie Hope Karriker

Jul 13, 2024

Mattie Hope Karriker, 21, of Waterloo passed away Saturday, July 13, 2024 at MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center.

She was born August 5, 2002 in Virginia the daughter of Keith and Melissa Rowlett Karriker.

Mattie was a member of Hope City Church in Waterloo. She volunteered at the animal shelter and homeless shelter. She enjoyed baking,...

Tammy Lynn Garcia

Tammy Lynn Garcia

Jul 6, 2024

Tammy Garcia, 57 of Montrose passed away Saturday, July 6, 2024 at her home in Montrose.

She was born June 12, 1967 in Keokuk, the daughter of Joseph and Dorothy Hammel Manewal.

On October 20, 2007, she was united in marriage to Gavino Garcia III in Montrose. He survives.

She is also survived...

Dottie Elizabeth Ludwig Chaplin

Dottie Elizabeth Ludwig Chaplin

Jul 2, 2024

Dottie Elizabeth Ludwig Chaplin, 78 of Foley, AL formerly of Keokuk, IA passed away July 2, 2024 at South Baldwin Regional Medical Center in Foley, AL.

She was born April 29, 1946 in LaHarpe, IL the daughter of Floyd D. and Viola Ruth Sheets Reed. She graduated from Carthage High School.

Dottie was first united...

Susan Clark

Susan Clark

Jun 30, 2024

Susan Clark, 75, of Keokuk passed away Sunday, June 30, 2024 at the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington, IA.

She was born July 16, 1948 in Monmouth, IL the daughter of Larry and Mathilda Louvdal Shimmin.

She graduated from Warren High School in Monmouth, IL with the class of 1966.

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Rickie  L Jinkens

Rickie L Jinkens

Jun 28, 2024

Rickie L. Jinkens, 68, of Wayland, MO, died Friday, June 28, 2024 at his home.

He was born on October 26, 1955 in Keokuk, IA, the son of James R. and Mary L (Roberts) Jinkens. He graduated from Clark County R-1 High School in Kahoka, MO.

On August 28, 1993, Rickie was united in marriage...

Robert Harrison Young

Robert Harrison Young

Jun 23, 2024

Robert Harrison Young, 74 of Keokuk, IA passed away Sunday, June 23, 2024 at his home.

He was born March 2, 1950 in Keokuk, IA the son of Roger and Virginia Rose Reichalt Young.

Robert had been self employed as a carpenter, tree trimmer and handyman.

He was carefree and fun loving and...

Joseph Anthony Rose

Joseph Anthony Rose

Jun 23, 2024

Joseph Anthony Rose, 91 of Keokuk, IA passed away Sunday, June 23, 2024 at Lewis County Nursing Home in Canton, MO.

He was born on November 23, 1932 in Keokuk, IA the son of Wesley and Evelyn Long Rose.

On April 13, 1952 Joe was united in marriage to Ruth Ann Tiemann of Warsaw, IL...

Melissa "Missy" Lynn Rhea

Melissa "Missy" Lynn Rhea

Jun 21, 2024

Melissa, "Missy" Lynn Rhea, 44, of Keokuk, died Friday, June 21, 2024 at the Southeast Iowa Medical Center in West Burlington, IA.

Missy was born on August 15, 1979 in Keokuk, IA the daughter of Ned Otis and Patricia Lynn Smith Rhea.

She graduated from Keokuk High School with the Class of 1997. Missy then...

Lynn Marie Hardy

Lynn Marie Hardy

Jun 16, 2024

Lynn Marie Hardy, 64, of Keokuk, IA died Sunday, June 16, 2024 at her home.

She was born on May, 25, 1960 in Keokuk, IA the daughter of William J. and Helen Menke Calhoun.

Lynn graduated from Keokuk High School with the class of 1978.

She was united in marriage to Jerry Lee...

Richard Gordon Laible

Richard Gordon Laible

Jun 16, 2024

Richard Gordon Laible, 86, of Keokuk, IA passed away Sunday, June 16, 2024, at his home.

He was born April 29, 1938, in Omaha, NE the son of John Wallace and Mildred Marie Street Laible.

On June 6, 1958, Richard was united in marriage to Frances Lavonne Douglass in Wichita, KS. She preceded him in...

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