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Mary Jones

Mary Louise Jones, 82, passed away peacefully on September 1st, 2026, at Scenic Manor in Iowa Falls, Iowa. “My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.” — Psalm 73:26 Mary leaves behind sons, daughters, siblings, nieces, nephews and other close and loving relatives. Though she will be deeply missed, Mary’s memory will forever remain a blessing to all who knew and loved her. A celebration of Mary’s life will be held on Friday, September 11th at Bethany Lutheran Church in Iowa Falls. Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 P.M., ...

Stuart “Stu” Nevins

Stuart Thomas Nevins, 72, of Marshalltown joined his Heavenly Father on August 27, 2026. Cremation rites have been accorded and services are currently not scheduled. For more information or to send a condolence, please visit www.mitchellfh.com or call 641-844-1234. Mitchell Family Funeral Home is caring for Stu and his family. Stu is survived by his wife of twenty-six years: Dietta; children: Kara and Steve Swaim; two grandchildren; three great grandchildren. Stu will also be missed by his dog and sidekick.

Carolyn Vavra

Carolyn Kay Vavra of Laurel, Iowa passed away on Friday, August 28, 2026 Born on December 24, 1944 to Edward L. and Blanche West Matya. Growing up in the country with her brother Edward E. Matya (wife Barbara) and sister Roberta Rose (niece Amanda and nephew Christopher) Carolyn met the ...

Ruth Hayes

Ruth M. Hayes, 96, of Marshalltown, Iowa, peacefully passed away on June 5, 2026, at the Iowa River Hospice House. A dedicated educator and beloved matriarch, Ruth leaves behind a legacy of service, family and community. An Open House to honor Ruth's life will be held for family and friends at the Elmwood Country Club in Marshalltown on Sunday, September 6, 2026, between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Ruth shared these thoughts: "Honor my memory alongside loved ones; enjoy a fine meal, share some laughs, savor a glass of wine and cherish life." Following Ruth's wishes, no formal ...

Joe Paglia

Joe “The Broker” Paglia, 87, of Marshalltown, Iowa, passed away on August 23, 2026. A cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, Joe will be deeply missed. His family is grateful to St. Croix Hospice for the compassionate care provided during his final weeks and extends special ...

Wanda Arp

Wanda Elene (Smith) Arp, 79, of Tama, passed away Saturday, August 29, 2026, at the Iowa River Hospice Home in Marshalltown. A Memorial Visitation will be held, Wednesday, September 9, 2026, from 10:30 AM-12:30 PM at Kruse-Phillips Funeral Home in Tama followed by a luncheon and Celebration of Life at the Tama American Legion. Survivors include her husband of sixty-two years, Dean, of Tama; her children: Aaron (Maria) Arp, of Tama, Whitney (Robert) Earles, of Toledo, and Jason Arp, of Tama; six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; two brothers, Vernon Smith, of Tama, and Lloyd ...