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Jean Klosterman

Janean Rae Klosterman, 73, of St. Anthony, Iowa, passed away peacefully on October 9th, 2026, at Iowa River Hospice House. Jean is survived by her husband Ron Klosterman, of St. Anthony, and her dog. Per Jean’s wishes, cremation rites will take place and there will be no formal services held. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to either the Animal Rescue League or to Iowa River Hospice. Mitchell Family Funeral Home is honored to care for Janean and her family. To leave online condolences, please visit www.mitchellfh.com. Ph. 641-844-1234. ~ Lovingly ...

Herbert Walton

Herbert “Herb” Walton, 83, of Creston, Iowa, formerly of Marshalltown, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 28, 2026, in the comfort of his home, surrounded by his loving family. Per Herb and his family’s wishes, cremation rites will be accorded. Family and friends are invited to attend a visitation scheduled for Friday, October 16, 2026, from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M. at Mitchell Family Funeral Home of Marshalltown. Herb will be laid to rest at Rose Hill Memorial Gardens. Memorials in Herb’s name may be directed to the Izaak Walton League. To share online condolences, please ...

Jeffrey Dean Upah

Jeffrey Upah, 61, of Los Angeles, California, formerly of Marshalltown, Iowa, passed away at his home in California on July 22, 2026. In accordance with Jeffrey's and his family's wishes, cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Friday, October 16, 2026, at Mitchell Family Funeral Home in Marshalltown, Iowa. A graveside service will follow at Rose Hill Memorial Gardens. Mitchell Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with Jeffrey's arrangements. To leave online condolences, please visit www.mitchellfh.com or call 641-844-1234. ...

Marietta Metge

Marietta Jean Metge, 99, of Conrad, passed away on Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Oakview Nursing Home in Conrad. Funeral services for Marietta will be on Friday, October 16, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church in Conrad. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. prior to the service ...

Eleanor Chandler

Eleanor “Ellie” Chandler, 91, passed away peacefully on October 7, 2026. A private celebration of life will be held by the family at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Marshalltown Public Library or to a charity of your choice.

Maida Baumgardner Latvis

Maida Mary Baumgardner Latvis, the wife of the late John W. Latvis passed away on October 10, 2026. Always up before dawn, she enjoyed excellent health and strength for her entire life and died at the age of 100, of natural causes. Maida was born on April 25, 1926 in Mason City, Iowa to ...