Dawn Marie Powell, 61 of Marshalltown, passed away on December 24, 2025, at the Israel Family Hospice House in Ames. Left to cherish Dawn’s memory are her life partner, Larry Armstrong, of Marshalltown, and his children and grandchildren; her daughters: Latisha Curtis and Candace Lester; ...

Linda Norris, 85, of Des Moines and formerly of Marshalltown, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 22, 2025. Left to cherish her memory are her children: David W. (Clarissa) Norris, of FL, Rebecca Sue Norris, of Des Moines, and Christina L. Norris, of IL; her two grandchildren and a ...

Linda Smith, 56, of Marshalltown, IA, formerly of Des Moines, IA passed away Sunday, December 28, 2025, at her residence. Cremation rites have been accorded and a private family celebration of life will be held at a later date. Anderson Funeral Homes has been entrusted with the arrangements. ...

Wilbur Frericks, 86 of Laurel, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at Iowa Methodist Hospital in Des Moines. Prior to Wilbur’s hospital admission he lived life to the fullest. Left to cherish his memory are his children: Julie (Arch) Allison, of Marshalltown, Jeff (Sue) ...

Sandra (Heth) McKee, 76, of Toledo, “took the reins with Jesus” on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at the Iowa River Hospice House in Marshalltown. Per Sandee’s wishes, there will be no viewing. For those attending her service, food and fellowship will begin at 12:30 P.M. on Monday, ...

Lotus Leighton Bear, 1, of Tama, passed away, Thursday, December 25, 2025, at UnityPoint Health-Marshalltown Hospital. A Traditional Wake was held Friday, December 26, 2025, at the Bear Clan Ceremonial Building on the Meskwaki Settlement, rural Tama. A Traditional Graveside Service was held ...