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.