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Bruce Chase

Bruce Chase, 85 of Iowa Falls, Iowa, passed away Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at Hansen Family Hospital. Per his request no services are planned at this time. Linn’s Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Memorials may be directed to Christina Chase, 23102 Hwy. D15 Lot 0, Iowa Falls, Iowa, 50126.

James “Jim” Hartman

Pastor James “Jim” Hartman, 78, of Union, Iowa, entered into the gates of Heaven on the evening of Friday, February 13, 2026, at Oakview in Conrad with his family at his side. Funeral services for Jim will be held on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, beginning at 10:30 A.M. at the Whitten Community Church. A visitation for family and friends will be held Monday, February 23, 2026, from 4:00 until 7:00 P.M. at the Mitchell Family Funeral Home in Marshalltown. Memorials in Jim’s name may be directed to the family for a later designation. For additional information or to send a condolence ...

LaVerne Hand

LaVerne Hand, 89, formerly of Tama, passed away on the night of Friday, February 13th, at the UnityPoint Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines. Memorial services will be announced in the near future. For condolences, please visit www.mitchellfh.com. The Mitchell Family Funeral Home in Marshalltown is caring for LaVerne and his family. Left to cherish his memory are Helen, his loving wife of 70 years; daughter LaVerna (Don) Kellogg, of Grinnell; eight grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

JoeAnn Finch

JoeAnn Finch, 93, a loving mother, grandmother and friend, passed away peacefully on the afternoon of Sunday, February 15, 2026, at the Iowa River Hospice Home in Marshalltown. A graveside service of remembrance will be held on Friday, February 20, 2026, beginning at 2:00 P.M. at the ...

James “Jim” Hartman

Pastor James “Jim” Hartman, 78, of Union, Iowa, entered into the gates of Heaven on the evening of Friday, February 13, 2026, at Oakview in Conrad with his family at his side. Funeral services for Jim will be held on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, beginning at 10:30 A.M. at the Whitten Community Church. A visitation for family and friends will be held Monday, February 23, 2026, from 4:00 until 7:00 P.M. at the Mitchell Family Funeral Home in Marshalltown. Memorials in Jim’s name may be directed to the family for a later designation. For additional information or to send a condolence ...

Gloria Myers

Gloria Myers, 65, of Marshalltown, Iowa, passed away on Thursday, February 12, 2026, in the comfort of her own home. She was under the care of Iowa River Hospice. Per Gloria and her family’s wishes, cremation rites will be accorded. A family-led Celebration of Life has been scheduled for Friday, February 20, 2026, starting at 3:00 P.M. at New City Church of Marshalltown. Memorials may be directed to the family for a later designation. For questions or condolences, visit www.mitchellfh.com or call 641-844-1234. NOTE: Please deliver all flower arrangements and gifts for the family to ...