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Norma Sturtz

Norma Sturtz, 91, of Marshalltown, IA passed away on Wednesday, April 1st, 2026 at MercyOne Newton Medical Center. Arrangements are pending with Anderson Funeral Homes of Marshalltown. Online condolences may be sent to www.andersonfhs.com.

Willard “Willy” Barker

Willard Coleman “Willy” Barker, 69, of Toledo, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2026, surrounded by his family, from complications of Parkinson’s disease. He was born on December 5, 1956. A Graveside Service will be held Friday, April 3, 2026, at 10:00 AM at National Cemetery in rural Vining. Willy is survived by his wife, Patti Barker; his children: Michelle (Jason) McGuire, Missy (Clay Smith), John (Michelle) Kalinay and Nick (Megan) Kalinay; along with many grandchildren and a great grandson. He is also survived by his brother, sisters and extended family, including ...

Dennis Gummert

Dennis “Tiny” Warren Gummert, of Kirksville, Missouri, formerly of Marshalltown, Iowa, passed away on March 25, 2026. He is survived by his two children, Sarah Gummert and James (Hans) Gummert-Kock. No funeral or memorial services will take place. Donations may be made to the National Wild Turkey Federation.

Daryl Cross

Daryl Keith Cross passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2026, in the care of Oakview Care Center of Conrad and Iowa River Hospice. Funeral services will be held on Friday, April 03, 2026, starting at 11:00 A.M. at the Liscomb Church of Christ. Visitation will be held an hour prior to funeral services. Memorials may be made to the family to be designated at a later date. For condolences or questions please visit: www.mitchellfh.com. Mitchell Family Funeral Home is caring for Daryl and his family. Phone 641-844-1234. Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Linda Cross; children: Kevin ...

Ilene Pieters

Ilene Pieters, 81, of Le Grand and formerly of Marshalltown, Iowa, passed away peacefully at the Iowa River Hospice Home in Marshalltown, Iowa. Funeral services for Ilene will be held on Thursday, April 2, 2026, beginning at 10:30 A.M. at the Mitchell Family Funeral Home in Marshalltown. A visitation for family and friends will be held one-hour prior to the start of services. Memorials in Ilene’s name may be made to Iowa River Hospice or to the family for a later designation. For additional information or to send a condolence to the family, please visit www.mitchellfh.com or call ...

Hazel Klar

Hazel Elizabeth Klar, 76, of Marshalltown, passed away at her home on Sunday, March 22, 2026. A Celebration of Life by the family will be held on Saturday, June 20, 2026 from 12:00-6:00 pm at Kiwanis Park located at 2206 South 3rd Avenue, Marshalltown, IA 50158. For more information, to send a condolence or make a memorial donation to a cause near and dear to Hazel’s heart, please visit www.mitchellfh.com or call 641-844-1234. Mitchell Family Funeral Home is caring for Hazel and her family.