Janet Patricia Elschlager
May 9, 2025
Janet Patricia (Yohe) Elschlager, 80, of Burlington, IA, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 9, 2025, at the Southeastern Iowa Medical Center in West Burlington, Iowa.
Born on June 21, 1944 in Mount Pleasant, Iowa, Janet was the beloved daughter of Ernest and Maria Rutherford West.
Her formative years were spent in Burlington, where she...
Gregory Richard Miller
Apr 29, 2025
Gregory Richard Miller, 76 of Keokuk, Iowa passed away peacefully in his home, on April 29, 2025, surrounded by family.
Born on September 29, 1948 in Emmetsburg, Iowa, Greg was the son of Richard and Martha Miller. He grew up in a jailhouse, the son of a 25-year sheriff of Palo Alto County. Gregory was united in...
Terry Allen Phillips
Apr 28, 2025
With profound sadness, we announce the sudden passing of Terry Allen Phillips, 74, of Montrose, Iowa. Born on October 8, 1950, in Macomb, Illinois, to R. Barney and Geneva Phillips, who preceded him in death, Terry passed peacefully surrounded by family on April 28, 2025.
Terry spent much of his life in the construction industry. As Construction...
Warner Kelso
Apr 23, 2025
Warner Eugene Kelso, 84 of Keokuk, IA passed away Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at Mercy Hospital in Des Moines, IA.
He was born March 30, 1941 in Governor, New York the son of Warner DeWayne and Carolyn Pickert Kelso. In 1963 Warner was united in marriage to Marlene Erickson. She survives.
Other survivors include two...
Gerald "Jerry" Leo Weirather
Apr 21, 2025
Gerald "Jerry" Leo Weirather, 85 of Keokuk, IA passed away Monday, April 21, 2025 at his home surrounded by his family.
He was born September 27, 1939, the son of Leo and Alberta Cale Weirather. On April 12, 1958, Jerry was united in marriage to Joyce Senf at the Montrose Trinity Church in Montrose, IA. She survives....
Talma Virginia Clark
Apr 20, 2025
Talma Virginia Clark, 93 of Montrose, IA passed away Sunday, April 20, 2025 at her home.
She was born April 11, 1932 in Hartford, AL the daughter of George R. and Sallie Bell Grantham. Talma graduated from Hartford High School.
On August 4, 1952 Talma was united in marriage to Hubert W. Clark in Hartford....
Gerald "J-Dub" "Jerry" Keith West
Apr 20, 2025
Gerald "J-Dub" "Jerry" Keith West, 67 of Montrose, IA passed away Sunday, April 20, 2025 at his home.
He was born May 1, 1957 in Keokuk, IA the son of John "Jack" Frederick and Patricia "Pat" Ann Hopkins West. Jerry graduated from Keokuk High School with the class of 1975. He attended Southeastern Community College and received...
Julie O'Connor
Apr 19, 2025
We announce the passing of a truly remarkable woman-Julie O'Connor-beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Julie's life was a testament to selflessness, loyalty, and boundless love.
She was the devoted wife of 56 years to Mike, a nurturing mother, and a proud "Granny" whose unwavering support lit up every game, performance, and milestone.
Julie's...
Joann Marie Cramer
Apr 19, 2025
Joann Marie Cramer, 89 of Keokuk, IA passed away Saturday, April 19, 2025 at the University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City, IA. She was surrounded by loved ones when she passed.
She was born August 9, 1935 in Keokuk, IA the daughter of Jack and Viola Norder Chambers. She attended school in Keokuk and was a...
Carol Lee Fojtik
Apr 19, 2025
Carol Lee Fojtik, 82 of Hamilton, IL passed away Saturday, April 19, 2025 at the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington, IA.
She was born September 3, 1942 in Keokuk, IA the daughter of John and Rachel Mae Jenkins Happs. Carol graduated from Keokuk High School with the class of 1960.
She had...
Bonnie Sue Hodges
Apr 16, 2025
Bonnie Sue Hodges, 75 of Keokuk, IA passed away Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at her home.
She was born July 4, 1949 in Keokuk, IA the daughter of Ralph Henry and Vera Mae Biddenstadt.
On September 2, 1994, Bonnie was united in marriage to Dennis L. Hodges at Rand Park in Keokuk. He preceded her...
Frank Henry Sanders
Apr 14, 2025
Frank Henry Sanders, 90 of Keokuk, IA passed away peacefully on Monday, April 14, 2025 at his home.
He was born April 6, 1935 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Keokuk, IA the son of Wells Frank and Gladys May Wilson Sanders.
Frank was a man of deep faith, steady work ethic, and boundless heart, Frank...
Todd Lee Lewis
Apr 14, 2025
Todd Lee Lewis, 63 of Keokuk, IA passed away Monday, April 14, 2025 at his home.
He was born October 3, 1961 in Burlington, IA the son of Lyle and Shirley Breuer Lewis.
Todd had been employed by several local businesses through the years including Dollar General, Pepsi and Bridgeway.
He loved spending...
Michele Lee Cady
Apr 13, 2025
Michele Lee Cady, 56 of Summerville, SC, formerly of Keokuk, passed away April 13, 2025 at her home.
She was born May 11, 1968 in Keokuk, IA the daughter of Frank and Nancy Kayser Cady.
She graduated from Seaford Delaware High School with the class of 1986.
Michele was employed at Shell Convenience...
Sherry Lynn Sue Crowell
Apr 13, 2025
Sherry Lynn Sue Crowell 22, of Keokuk, IA passed away Sunday, April 13, 2025 as a result of a tragic car accident in Carthage, IL.
She was born April 2, 2003 in Keokuk, IA, the daughter of Christopher and Lilly Crowell.
Sherry Lynn was a smile personified and walking sunshine. Sherry would smile and make...
Earl O. Vermeesch
Apr 9, 2025
Earl O. Vermeesch, 77 of Keokuk, IA passed away Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at his home.
He was born October 17, 1947 in Keokuk, IA the son of John and Lillie Davis Vermeesch.
On May 11, 1972 Earl was united in marriage to Annie Burgess at the Salvation Army in Keokuk. She survives.
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Allen Wayne Montgomery
Apr 6, 2025
Allen Montgomery, 54 of Keokuk passed away Sunday, April 6, 2025 at his home.
He was born September 10, 1970 in Beardstown, IL the son of "Butch" Wayne and Mary Agnus Kost Montgomery. Allen considered Donald and Christine Royer as his parents who raised him from the age of three years to adulthood.
Allen attended...
Joseph "Joe" Shuman
Apr 1, 2025
Joe Shuman 72, of Keokuk passed away Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at his home in Keokuk, IA.
He was born March 19, 1953 in Keokuk, IA the son of Robert Joseph and Mary Louise Neves Shuman.
He graduated from Keokuk Senior High School.
Joe was united in marriage to Lois Jean Thurman in...
Jayn F. Evans
Mar 31, 2025
Jayn Frances Evans 73, of Fort Madison, IA passed away Monday, March 31 2025 at The Montrose Healthcare Center in Montrose, IA.
She was born November 19, 1951 in Minneapolis, MN the daughter of Ronald and Dolly Allen Hill
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Jayn was married to Larry Evans, they later divorced.
She had...
Terry "Huz" Hudson
Mar 31, 2025
Terry Hudson, 62, of Keokuk passed away Monday, March 31, 2025, at his home.
He was born July 2, 1962 in Keokuk, IA, the son of Jerry and Donna Rowe Hudson.
Terry had worked as a laborer at Happy Homes Mobile Homes in Keokuk for several years.
He had attended God's Way Christian...
