Obituaries

Sep 20, 2023

Richard Byrn, 55, of Hannibal, MO, formerly of Granger, MO, died Wednesday, September 20, 2023 at the Hannibal Regional Hospital in Hannibal.

He was born February 20, 1968 the son of Larry and Zola Walker Byrn in Keokuk, IA.

He is survived by his brother, Rick Byrn and his wife Pamela of Kahoka, four nieces,...

Sep 15, 2023

Dale Hamner, 83, of Keokuk died Friday, September 15, 2023 at the Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in Ft. Madison, IA.

He was born February 17, 1940 in Clark County, MO, the son of Henry and Ethel Bender Hamner.

Dale was united in marriage to Karen Worrell Dewey on July 3, 1976 in Kahoka MO....

Sep 10, 2023

Sherman Alyn Hines, 68 of Burlington, IA died Sunday, September 10, 2023 at the Montrose Health Center in Montrose, IA.

He was born October 20, 1954 in Unionville, MO the son of Sherman W. and Wilma I. Head Hines.

A graveside service will be held at a later date.

Sep 8, 2023

Dustin Michael Cackley, 51, died Friday, Sept 8, 2023, at the Southeast Iowa Medical Center in West Burlington, after suffering a heart attack the previous day.

He was born in Keokuk, IA on July 24, 1972, the son of Donald P. and Dorothy Stewart Cackley. He married Laura Smith Williams in 1996; they later divorced.

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Sep 6, 2023

Keith William Fink, 78, passed away on September 6, 2023 at his home in Dallas, Texas, after a battle with Parkinson's Disease and Alzheimer's.

Keith was born on March 24, 1945, in Blackpool, United Kingdom, the son of Wayne and Edith (Clinton) Fink. He emigrated from the United Kingdom to the United States in 1946 through Ellis...

Aug 27, 2023

Peter John Huppert, 31 of Keokuk, IA died Sunday, August 27, 2023 at his home.

He was born March 21, 1992 in Ft. Madison, IA the son of Patrick and Pam Day Huppert. He graduated from Ft. Madison High School with the class of 2010 and then attended Southeastern Community and received an Associate's Degree in Maintenance...

Aug 24, 2023

Joy Helen Kemper, 81 of Montrose, IA passed away Thursday, August 24, 2023 at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL.

She was born July 5, 1942 in Gladstone, IL the daughter of Robert and Elizabeth Whitaker Bowen.

Joy had been employed by Armour Dial until her retirement.

She enjoyed crocheting, crossword puzzles, gardening, watching...

Aug 23, 2023

Jamal Terry Anderson, 51, of Keokuk, IA died Wednesday, August 23, 2023 at his home.

He was born September 3, 1971 the son of Percy Burt and Candice Tate Anderson.

Jamal graduated from Ft. Madison High School. He was employed by Casey's where he worked in the kitchen.

He was a member of...

Aug 21, 2023

Dorothy L. "Dotty" Summers, 90 of Nauvoo, IL died Monday, August 21, 2023 at River Hills Village in Keokuk, IA.

She was born November 8, 1932 in Keokuk, IA the daughter of Clayton and Hazel Cale Jones. Dotty graduated from Keokuk High School with the class of 1950.

On June 7, 1953 Dotty was united...

Aug 19, 2023

Dwayne Bunker, 62, of Kahoka, passed away on Saturday, August 19, 2023 at his home.

Born on December 27, 1960, he was the son of Carl and Shirley Tucker Bunker.

He dedicated his career to Henniges Automotive, leaving behind a legacy of hard work and commitment.

Dwayne's memory lives on through his two...

Aug 19, 2023

Matthew Noel Burns, 47, of Keokuk, IA, passed away on Saturday, August 19, 2023, in Alaska.

He was born on January 27, 1976, in Centerville, Iowa, to Ron and Karla Burns.

He enjoyed growing up in Centerville, IA, where he participated in little league baseball, cross country, and marching band. After graduating from Bible college,...

Aug 15, 2023

Paisley Elaine Grove was born on Tuesday, August 15, 2023 at 1:57 am to her parents, Emily Mayes and Tayler Grove at the University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City, IA.

Paisley's family was blessed to spend a few hours with her before she went to her heavenly home at 10:54 am. From the moment she was...

Aug 11, 2023

Harry Higgins, 84, formerly of Keokuk, IA, passed away on August 11, 2023, at the Henry County Health Center in Mt. Plesant, IA.

Harry was born on June 29, 1939, in Kirksville, MO. He graduated from Kirksville High School in 1957 and served four years in the United States Air Force. On April 15, 1972, Harry was...

Aug 4, 2023

Luka Edward Haist, beloved son of Tabitha Thomas and Audrick Haist passed away on Friday, August 4, 2023 at the University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City, IA.

He was born July 20, 2023 in Iowa City and welcomed by his parents, Tabitha and Audrick of Keokuk, paternal grandparents, Amy and Chance Nye of Keokuk and Terry...

Aug 4, 2023

Karen Marie Real, 80 of Keokuk, IA died Friday, August 4, 2023 at Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington, IA.

She was born March 1, 1943 in Keokuk, IA the daughter of William and Irene Fisher Case. Karen graduated from Baldwin Park High School in Baldwin, Park. CA with the class of 1960.

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Aug 3, 2023

At 12:45pm, on August 3, 2023, a longtime resident of our community passed away. Mr. Harlen L. Northup, 87, of Okahumpka, FL, departed this life from a nursing facility located in Lady Lake, FL. His passing was based on lingering complications stemming from an aorta valve replacement earlier in February of this year. What was observed by all, was...

Aug 2, 2023

Melody Ann Riter, 76 of Keokuk, IA died Wednesday, August 2, 2023 at the University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City, IA.

She was born June 3, 1947 in Keokuk, IA the daughter of Everett Sr. and Dorothy Page Frueh. Melody graduated from Keokuk High School with the class of 1965 and attended Southeastern Community College.

Jul 24, 2023

Michael "Mike" Patrick Kelly, 70 of Keokuk, IA died Monday, July 24, 2023 at his home surrounded by his family after an eight month battle with brain cancer.

He was born November 20, 1952 in Keokuk, IA the son of Warren and Verna Hornung Kelly. Mike graduated from Keokuk High School with the class of 1971 and...

Jul 23, 2023

Teresa Marie was born July 5, 1954 in Peoria Illinois, the oldest daughter of Dorothy Casey (Bradfield).

Teresa graduated from Warsaw High School in 1972, she then went on to marry Robert Holmes in July 1975. Jessica Renae was born in June 1976 and Jennifer Diana in February 1978. Teresa and Robert were united in marriage until...

Jul 20, 2023

Holly Sue Schrepfer, 67, of Keokuk, IA, died Thursday, July 20, 2023 at the Carthage Memorial Hospital in Carthage, IL.

She was born on January 4, 1956 in Keokuk, IA, the daughter of Glen J. and Jean (Land) Washburn.

On June 23, 1973 Holly was united in marriage to Donald Schrepfer. He survives.

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