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Ruth Hayes

Ruth M. Hayes, 96, of Marshalltown, Iowa, peacefully passed away on June 5, 2026, at the Iowa River Hospice House. A dedicated educator and beloved matriarch, Ruth leaves behind a legacy of service, family and community. An Open House to honor Ruth's life will be held for family and friends at the Elmwood Country Club in Marshalltown on Sunday, September 6, 2026, between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Ruth shared these thoughts: "Honor my memory alongside loved ones; enjoy a fine meal, share some laughs, savor a glass of wine and cherish life." Following Ruth's wishes, no formal ...

Joe Paglia

Joe “The Broker” Paglia, 87, of Marshalltown, Iowa, passed away on August 23, 2026. A cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, Joe will be deeply missed. His family is grateful to St. Croix Hospice for the compassionate care provided during his final weeks and extends special ...

Wanda Arp

Wanda Elene (Smith) Arp, 79, of Tama, passed away Saturday, August 29, 2026, at the Iowa River Hospice Home in Marshalltown. A Memorial Visitation will be held, Wednesday, September 9, 2026, from 10:30 AM-12:30 PM at Kruse-Phillips Funeral Home in Tama followed by a luncheon and Celebration of Life at the Tama American Legion. Survivors include her husband of sixty-two years, Dean, of Tama; her children: Aaron (Maria) Arp, of Tama, Whitney (Robert) Earles, of Toledo, and Jason Arp, of Tama; six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; two brothers, Vernon Smith, of Tama, and Lloyd ...

William Armbrecht

William (Bill) Howard Armbrecht passed away August 29, 2026 at the Iowa River Hospice in Marshalltown following a six month battle with cancer. Born on May 29, 1948, in Marshalltown, Iowa, Bill was the son and first born child of August W. and Betty V. Abbott Armbrecht of rural Clemons, Iowa. ...

Vicky Stanfield

Vicky Stanfield, 78, of Marshalltown, Iowa, passed away peacefully with her family at her side on the afternoon of August 29, 2026, at Bickford Cottage in Marshalltown under the care of Iowa River Hospice. Funeral Services for Vicky will be held on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, beginning at 10:30 A.M. at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Marshalltown. A visitation for family and friends will be held on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M. at the Mitchell Family Funeral Home in Marshalltown. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Vicky’s name may be designated to On With Life of ...

William “Bill” Burke Jr.

William “Bill” E. Burke Jr., 88, of Marshalltown, Iowa, passed away on the morning of August 30, 2026, at the Iowa River Hospice Home in Marshalltown. Services for Bill will be held on Friday, September 4, 2026, beginning at 11:00 A.M. at the Mitchell Family Funeral Home in Marshalltown. A visitation for family and friends will be held one-hour prior to services. Memorials in Bill’s name may be directed to the Marshalltown Police Department or to the Animal Rescue League of Marshalltown. For additional information or to send a condolence to the family, please visit ...