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Michael Brewster

(David) Michael Brewster—known to everyone as Michael—passed away on January 25, 2026, at UnityPoint Health – Marshalltown, just one day shy of his 77th birthday. Memorial visitation will be 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., Saturday, April 18, 2026, at Anderson Funeral Homes in Marshalltown. Light refreshments will be served, including Chips Ahoy Cookies, which he enjoyed for breakfast every day. Burial will follow at Albion Cemetery, next to his parents, grandparents, and brother. Memorials may be directed to the Marshall County Historical Society or the LifeServe Blood Center. Anderson ...

Edith Avery

Edith Allaire Avery passed away peacefully at home, leaving a legacy of intellect, compassion, and unmistakable grace. A devoted matriarch, nurse, historian, and mentor, she profoundly shaped the lives of those who knew her. Born November 4, 1939, in Attleboro, Massachusetts, to Charles ...

Fred Diers

Lucian “Fred” Diers, 89, of Grinnell, died Saturday, April 4, 2026, at Sunny Hill Care Center in Tama. A Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 am, on Monday, April 13, 2026, at Cox-Smith Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 9:00 am until the time of service. Burial will be ...

Rev. Kerry Carson

Rev. Kerry Carson, 71, of Conrad, Iowa, passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at his residence. Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m., Friday, April 17, 2026, at First Presbyterian Church in Conrad. A visitation will be held the night before from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church on April 16, 2026. In lieu of flowers a memorial will be assigned. Arrangements have been entrusted to Anderson Funeral Homes of Conrad. Online condolences may be sent to www.andersonfhs.com.

Norman “Norm” Cook

Norman “Norm” Jay Cook, 80, of Apache Junction, Arizona, and Perrault Falls, Ontario, formerly of Marshalltown, Iowa, passed away March 18, 2026. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. For questions or condolences, please visit www.mitchellfh.com or call 641-844-1234. Mitchell Family Funeral Home is caring for Norman and his family. He is survived by his wife, Sue; sons Chad (Brenda), Jeff (Shauna), and Josh (Brooke); nine grandchildren; three great grandchildren; and brother Gary (Sandi).

Gareth Morgan

Gareth Robyn Morgan, 50, of Tama, passed away Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at his home under the care of UnityPoint Hospice. A Traditional Wake was held Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at the Fox Clan Ceremonial Building on the Meskwaki Settlement in rural Tama. A Traditional Graveside Service was held Thursday, April 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM at Morgan Cemetery on the Meskwaki Settlement in rural Tama. Survivors include his mother, Ruth Pushetonequa; brothers: Gabriel R. Morgan, Gerald R. (Rosie) Morgan and Jeffrey “Tewa” Jefferson; sisters: Tika Morgan, Lucy (Beau) Lasley and Maggi Morgan; his ...