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Donna Lynch

Donna Jean Lynch, 94, of The Summit at Sunland Springs, Mesa, Arizona, and formally of Marshalltown, Iowa, passed away on 07.20.2026, in care of Suncrest Hospice in Arizona. Surviving are her three sons: Douglas (Peggy) Lynch, of West Des Moines, IA, Kerry (Rose) Lynch, of Castaic CA and Kevin (Mary) Lynch, of Mesa, AZ. Five Grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren. Donna is survived by her brother, Dwayne (Maxie) Shultz, of Marshalltown IA; Sisters-in-law: Mary Shultz, of Marshalltown IA, Janice Larsen, of West Des Moines, IA and Darbie Lynch, of Gladbrook, IA; as well as a very large ...

Vicky Risk

With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life well lived, we announce the passing of Vicky Marie Risk on May 7, 2026, at the age of 74, following a severe stroke. A small comfort is knowing that her choice to be an organ donor has given other families more time with their loved ones. Vicky ...

Robert “Bob” Berger

Robert "Bob" Berger, 71, of Marshalltown, IA passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at The Willows of Marshalltown. Memorial services will be 1:00 p.m., Saturday, August 8, 2026, at First Methodist Church in Marshalltown. Visitation will be 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Friday, August 7, 2026, at Anderson Funeral Homes in Marshalltown. Further arrangements are pending with Anderson Funeral Homes. Online condolences may be sent to www.andersonfhs.com.

Betty Jacobs

Betty L. Jacobs, age 98, of Marshalltown, Iowa entered into the gates of heaven and rejoined her husband and son on the morning of July 17, 2026 at the Iowa River Hospice Home in Marshalltown. Funeral services for Betty will be held on Saturday, July 25, 2026 beginning at 10:30 A.M. at the ...

David Stahl

David Alan Stahl, 68, of Liscomb, Iowa, passed away Friday, July 17, 2026, at Iowa River Hospice House in Marshalltown,IA. Per David's request cremation rights have been accorded with interment at the Liscomb Cemetery at a later date. David is survived by sisters: Debbie Schiebel and JoAnn (Ken) Stock; brothers: Steve (Deb) and Jon; also many nieces and nephews. He leaves behind several close friends and coworkers and his beloved dog. The family wishes to thank Iowa River Hospice and the first responders for their care given to David.

Zackerie “Zack” Whitmore

Zackerie “Zack” Whitmore, 39, of Marshalltown, Iowa, passed away in the comfort of his home on July 16, 2026. Funeral services for Zach will be held on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, beginning at 10:30 A.M. at the Mitchell Family Funeral Home in Marshalltown. A visitation for family and friends will be held on Monday, July 27, 2026, from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M. at the Mitchell Family Funeral Home in Marshalltown. Memorials in Zack’s name may be directed to his family for a later designation. For additional information or to send a condolence to the family, please visit www.mitchellfh.com ...