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Sheryl Readout

Sheryl Ann Readout, 80, formerly of Marshalltown, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2025, at her home in West Des Moines, IA. Sheryl was born on April 6, 1945, to Ivan and Frances Readout and was raised in Marshalltown. She began her career at Fisher Controls and then joined RACOM in 1981. She was a key member of the team for more than 42 years — longer than any other RACOM employee. Her famous ham balls and cheesy potatoes were known to be client favorites — and may have helped close some deals. Sheryl also loved volunteering at Binford House and supported the Animal Rescue ...

Bruce Altenhein

Bruce Altenhein, 86, of Conrad, Iowa, passed away Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at his residence surrounded by his family. A private graveside service will take place. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at the Oakwood Golf Course in Conrad. If you ...

Vicki Underhill

Vicki Jo Underhill, 74, of Le Grand, passed away under the care of hospice at The Willows of Marshalltown. A family led graveside service has been scheduled for Saturday, October 25, 2025, starting at 11:00 A.M. at the LeGrand Friends Cemetery. After the burial, there will be a Celebration of Life at the LeGrand Public Park-Monet Center from 11:30 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. (A meal will be provided). Memorials may be directed to the Animal Rescue League of Marshalltown. Mitchell Family Funeral Home is caring for Vicki and her family. Those left to remember and cherish her memory are her ...

John (Jack) Lundy

John (Jack) Edward Lundy, 96, passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home in Coralville, Iowa, on October 13, 2025. Jack is survived by his loving wife of 72 years, Suzanne Lundy; his son Mark Lundy and daughter-in-law Frances Lundy; and his grandchildren Alexandria (Ali) Lundy and Ian Lundy. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward William Lundy and Doris Lundy, and by his sons William (Will) Lundy and James (Jim) Lundy. Born on September 14, 1929, in Rupert, Idaho, Jack moved to Iowa early in his life. He dedicated his life to farming, land conservation, and family, and ...

Jeanette Cooper

Jeanette Rae (Boege) Cooper, age 73 left this world on Monday, October 13, 2025, at Iowa River Hospice House in Marshalltown. Born Jeanette Rae Boege, daughter of Vernon and Marlys (Harmsen) Boege on August 8, 1952, in Leesville, Louisiana. Her father Vernon was in the service at that time, ...

Donald L. Roughton

Donald L. Roughton, 65 of Marshalltown, IA passed away Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at UnityPoint Health-Marshalltown Hospital. Cremation rites have been accorded and burial will take place at a future date. Anderson Funeral Homes has been entrusted with the arrangements. Online condolences may be sent to www.andersonfhs.com. Donald is survived by his sister Amy (Bill) Hartman and one daughter. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother Terrence Roughton.