Obituary Listing

Oct 5, 2026

Janet “Jane” Lewella Fisher, 97 years, of Wapello, Iowa and formerly of Fort Madison, Iowa died Monday, October 5, 2026. She was born December 2, 1928 at Red Oak, Iowa, a daughter of Gerald Garrett and Irene “Gail” (Covert) Hendershot. She first married Clifford Murphy in Centerville, Iowa, they had three children: Susan, Michael, and Patrick. They later divorced. On...

Oct 1, 2026

Lloyd Dennis “Sonny” Dodson, 90 years, of Fort Madison, Iowa died Thursday, October 1, 2026. He was born April 30, 1936 at Fort Madison, Iowa, a son of Lloyd Charles “Tubby” and Dorothy (Logan) Dodson. On July 18, 1969, he married Palmyra Susan Hawk at Kahoka, Missouri. On their 25th Anniversary, they renewed their vows at the First Baptist Church,...

Oct 1, 2026

Linda Kay Schnedler (Charbonneau), of Burlington, Iowa, passed away on October 1, 2026, at Great River Hospital. Born July 15, 1945, Linda lived a life filled with love, family, faith, and the joy of being surrounded by those she cherished.

Linda was preceded in death by her beloved husband, James Schnedler, a Navy veteran; her son, John Schnedler; her parents, Lester...

Sep 11, 2026

William "Bill" Gail Allen, 64, of Montrose, Iowa, formerly of Fort Madison, passed away Friday, September 11, 2026, in the MICU at The University of Iowa Hospital.

He was born August 16, 1962, in Fort Madison, Iowa to William Robert "Bob" and Joan Mary (Kern) Allen. He graduated from Fort Madison High School with the class of 1981. He earned a...

Aug 31, 2026

Lucille May Goldie, 100, of Denmark, Iowa died Monday, August 31, 2026 at the West Point Care Center, West Point, Iowa. Lucille was born August 4, 1926 at Keokuk, Iowa, a daughter of George M. and Hazel Merel (Hagmeier) Rhodes. She was raised by her grandparents, Charles and Tillie Hagmeier. On November 27, 1942, she married Manson Phillip Goldie at...

Aug 30, 2026

Donald Richard "Dick" Stockwell, 88, of Fort Madison, Iowa died Sunday, August 30, 2026 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born July 8, 1938 at Itaska County, Deer River, Minnesota, the son of Clarence Frances Sr. and Inez Elizabeth (Nickerson) Stockwell. On June 2, 1957, he married Virginia Junker at Staples, Minnesota. He moved to Fort Madison,...

Aug 21, 2026

Nancy Ann Wagner, 87, of Fort Madison, Iowa, passed away Friday, August 21, 2026, at Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West Burlington, leaving behind a lifetime of memories and a family who will carry her with them always.

Nancy was born August 3, 1939, in Farmington, Iowa, the daughter of Arthur Cedric and Daisy Dot (Wood) Morrett. She spent most...

Aug 11, 2026

Larry V. Bye, 81, of New London, MO, and formerly of Ft. Madison, IA, passed away at 12:32 PM, Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at his home in New London, MO.

Larry's Life Celebration was held Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at James O'Donnell Funeral Home in Hannibal, MO.

Burial with military honors will be September 14th at 11:30 at Oakland Cemetery, Soldier's Circle...

Aug 7, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mary Ann (Feagle) Smith on Friday, August 7, 2026. She was born March 13, 1959, a daughter of John Crosby and Alice Marie (Shumaker) Feagle. She was a loving mother to her three sons: Jacob, John, and Ethan Smith.

Mary Ann was a woman who deeply loved Jesus. Her faith,...

Jun 29, 2026

William "Bill" J. Casey,65, of Denmark, Iowa, passed away at 12:34 a.m. Monday, June 29,2026 at University of Iowa Hospital, Iowa City, Iowa. Bill was born on December 17,1960, in Urbana, Ohio, the son of Charles R. and Vera R. (Webb) Casey.

On October 10, 1981, he married his loving wife, Darla (Wilbert) Casey, in Fort Madison,...

May 29, 2026

Nancy Mae Blanchard, 88 years, of the Wever and Denmark area, died Friday, May 29, 2026 at her home.  She was born July 22, 1937, the daughter of William "Smoke" and Louise (Jacobs) Knustrom.  On August 28, 1955, she married Donald "Squirt" Lee Blanchard.  They celebrated 70 years of marriage.  She was a 1955 graduate of Denmark Academy.

May 26, 2026

Ruth Ann Peters, 88 years, formerly of Fort Madison, Iowa died May 26, 2026 in Florida.  She was born November 28, 1937 at Hudson, New York, a daughter of Basil and Hildred (Stone) Hoyt.  On April 5, 1958, she married Carl Peters at Lockport, New York.  He preceded her in death in 1992.

She was a homemaker,...

May 14, 2026

Sandra Dee Willoughby, 66 years, of Fort Madison, Iowa died Thursday, May 14th, 2026. Sandra lived a life defined by warmth, creativity, and an unwavering faith in God. Her strong spirit and bright smile lit up every room she entered, bringing comfort and joy to everyone around her. As a dedicated homemaker, she was blessed with three loving children....

Apr 2, 2026

Melissa Darlene Copeland, 55 years, of Fort Madison died Thursday, April 2, 2026 at her home.  She was born February 4, 1971 in Fort Madison, Iowa, the only child of Marvin and Bertha (Noon) Copeland.

Melissa had a quick wit, and was often heard saying "What comes around, goes around."  She enjoyed music, cooking, and her fur...

Mar 22, 2026

Arthur Bruce Carlson, 91, Fort Madison, Iowa passed peacefully Sunday, March 22, 2026, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House, West Burlington, Iowa, after a courageous battle against esophageal cancer.  He was born April 16, 1934, the youngest son of Dr. Rudie Julius and Alma (Vold) Carlson.

Bruce met Marilyn Tucker, while they both were attending Western...

Mar 10, 2026

Kelsea Lynn Busard, 28 years, of Fort Madison, Iowa passed Tuesday, March 10, 2026.   She was born October 30, 1997 in Fort Myers, Florida, daughter of Jennifer Busard.

She was a 2016 graduate of Burlington High School.  She started her journey in health care, but found her passion in helping people by selling life insurance. She saw...

Mar 1, 2026

James (Jim) D. Baker, age 86, of Fort Madison, IA, died Sunday, March 1, 2026 in Mason City, IA.

James was born May 26, 1939 in St. Edward, NE, son of Leonard and Ellen Greig Baker.

He was united in marriage to Verna J. Oakley on March 21, 1958 at the Chapel on the Thames...

Feb 27, 2026

Melissa Marie Bernhardt, 39 years, of Fort Madison, Iowa died unexpectedly Friday, February 27, 2026 at the Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center, Fort Madison.  She was born March 20, 1986 in California, the daughter of Misty Arp.  On February 14, 2006, she married William J "Bill" Bernhardt  in Peoria, Illinois.  They had two children, Makenna and Wyatt.

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Feb 23, 2026

Darlene Yvonne Kraus, 90 years, formerly of Fort Madison, Iowa passed away February 23, 2026 at sunset surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico on December 9, 1935, a daughter of Hilbert R. Sr. and Mary E. (Marsh) Cowles, she was the middle child of seven.  On January 10, 1959, she married her kindred...

Feb 16, 2026

Nasha Tyree Jaciunde, 44 years, of Fort Madison, Iowa passed away Monday morning, February 16, 2026.  She was born July 27, 1981 at Fort Madison, Iowa, a daughter of Jessie and Lois (Spratley) Beard.  She married Ramon Jaciunde, they later divorced.  They had three children, Jessiona, Leilani, and Aurelio.

She was a 2000 graduate of Fort Madison...