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Jorell (Frohwein) Handorf

Jorell (“J.J.”) Joseph (Frohwein) Handorf, 23, of Marshalltown, Iowa, passed away on November 27, 2025, in his hometown. He was a beloved son, brother, grandson and friend, whose radiance touched the lives of many during his brief, yet impactful, journey. The visitation for Jorell Joseph Frohwein Handorf will be held on Friday, December 19, 2025, from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM, followed by a funeral service at 1:30 PM, both at the Mitchell Family Funeral Home located at 1209 Iowa Avenue W, Marshalltown, IA 50158. He will be laid to rest at the Center School Cemetery near Marshalltown ...

Todd Johnson

Todd M. Johnson, 51, of Marshalltown, Iowa, passed away on Friday, November 28, 2025, at the UnityPoint Health - Marshalltown surrounded by his loving family. Per Todd and his family’s wishes, cremation rites will be accorded. Family and friends are invited to attend a visitation on Sunday, December 7, 2025 from 3:00 P.M. until 5:00 P.M. at the Mitchell Family Funeral Home of Marshalltown. This will be followed by a memorial service from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the same location. Pastor Gregg Davison will be officiating. Memorials may be directed to the family for later designation. ...

John L. Tompkins Jr.

John Lee Tompkins Jr., known affectionately as "Duke," passed away peacefully, on Thursday, December 4, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter and strength. He was a devoted father to John “Travis” Tompkins III., Natasha Gaydos and Lachelle Tompkins, and a proud grandfather of nine. Per Duke and his family’s wishes, cremation rites will be accorded and no formal services have been scheduled at this time. Memorials may be directed to the family for a later designation. Mitchell Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with the care of John and his family. For additional ...

Alvina Reyerson

Alvina (Vi) Bernice Reyerson, of Marshalltown, Iowa, peacefully passed away in Canton, Georgia, on November 25, 2025. She is survived by her children: Colleen Reyerson; Rodney Reyerson (Tenie); Cynthia Lutes (Mark); David Reyerson (Kristi) and Diane Warren (Aaron); her brother, Peter (Vanna) Nielsen. Alvina and Henry will be laid to rest together at Georgia National Cemetery on December 8, 2025. Darby Funeral Home of Canton, Georgia is honored to serve the Reyerson family.

Barry Corder

Barry James Corder, 55, of Toledo, passed away, Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at his home due to a sudden illness. A Celebration of Life will be held Monday, December 29, 2025, from 4-7 PM at the Tama-Toledo Country Club. You are welcome to wear your favorite Iowa Hawkeye attire. Survivors include his three children: Maddison Greer, of Hiawatha, Amberlin Corder (Cole Moore), of Palmetto, FL, and Jace Corder, of Muscatine; his granddaughter; all of his kids’ pets were also considered his grandchildren; his mother, Bette Scheid, of Toledo; sisters, Mona (Brian) Scott, of Muscatine, and ...

Dwight Surber

Dwight R. Surber, of Gladbrook, passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2025, at his home. Memorial services for Dwight will be held on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at Gladbrook Methodist Church. Visitation will be on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. also at Gladbrook Methodist Church. For full obituary or to send a condolence, visit www.mitchellfh.com or call 641-844-1234. Mitchell Family Funeral Home is caring for Dwight and his family. Dwight is survived by his wife of sixty years - Joan; children: Dana (David) Brown, Pete Surber and Jody ...