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David "Dave" and Irene Frasher
Nov 19, 2025
It is with profound sadness that the family of Dave Frasher announces his passing on November 19, 2025, at the age of 87. Dave passed away peacefully at The Gardens of Cedar Rapids. He is now reunited with his beloved wife, Irene, who preceded him in death on January 16, 2024.
David Bernard Frasher, son of William and Lucy (Minnis) Frasher,...
Donna LaVere Moyer Schwartz
Mar 28, 2026
Donna LaVere (Renfer) Moyer Schwartz, 93, of Marion, Iowa, died after a short illness on Saturday, March 28, 2026, with her family by her side. The family will greet friends from 4 - 7 p.m. on Friday, April 3, 2026, at Murdoch Funeral Home & Cremation Service of Marion. A Funeral Service will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday,...
Shane M. Toms
Mar 27, 2026
Shane M. Toms, 58, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, died Friday, March 27, 2026. A Celebration of Life will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at The Legacy Center at Murdoch-Linwood, Cedar Rapids.
Shane was born August 11, 1967, in Cedar Rapids, the son of James and Kathleen (O’Neal) Toms. He graduated from Marcos De Niza...
Timmy Wayne Craigo
Mar 26, 2026
Timmy Wayne Craigo, 51, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at home. In agreement with his wishes, cremation has taken place, and there will be no visitation or services held at this time. A private celebration of Timmy’s life will be planned for a later date. Murdoch Funeral Home & Cremation Service of Marion...
Jesse Michael Moore
Mar 26, 2026
Jesse Michael Moore, 76, of Central City, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at his home. Services will be held at a later date. Murdoch Funeral Home & Cremation Service of Central City is assisting the family with arrangements.
Jesse was born on September 16, 1949, in Cass County, Texas, the son of L.C. and Lois Alma (Payne)...
Rev. Dr. Jerry Dale Springston
Mar 23, 2026
Rev. Dr. Jerry Dale Springston, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2026, his 86th birthday, after an acute illness.
Jerry was born to Harley and Neva Springston, on March 23, 1940, in Denver, Colorado. He was the youngest of three, pesky little brother to Marcia Edwards and Cherie Hafer.
Jerry was a philomath. He loved to learn, read,...
James "Jim" Erwin Wasta
Mar 23, 2026
This is written at a period in my life where there is ample time to reflect, appreciate, notice, and visualize the many blessings of being on this earth at this time and place. I also realize mine is a very minority view, as why I was born and raised is an unanswerable question, except to say that I feel I...
Robert "Bob" George Hampton II
Mar 23, 2026
Robert “Bob” George Hampton II, 79, of Walker, Iowa, passed away on Monday, March 23, 2026, at home. In agreement with his wishes, cremation has taken place.
A public celebration of his life will be held at 4:00 p.m., Saturday, May 16, 2026, at 5650 Betty's Grove Road in rural Walker. If you plan to attend, please R.S.V.P. to Mary Ingvoldstad...
Nancy Lee Rowe
Mar 23, 2026
Nancy Lee Rowe, 79, of Marion, Iowa, passed away on Monday, March 23, 2026, at Mercy Medical Center in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. on Friday, March 27, 2026, at Murdoch Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Marion. Funeral Mass will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at St....
Janet Elaine (Edwards) McLaughlin
Mar 22, 2026
Janet Elaine (Edwards) McLaughlin, 73, of Perry, Georgia, formerly of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on March 22, 2026. A visitation will be held from 1 to 2 p.m. on Friday, April 3, 2026, at Murdoch-Linwood Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Cedar Rapids. A funeral service will follow at 2 p.m. on Friday at...
Matthew Brian Keeler
Mar 22, 2026
Matthew Brian Keeler, of Marion, Iowa, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, March 22, 2026. He was 22 years old. He was born June 22, 2003, in Okinawa, Japan.
Matt loved with his whole heart, and showed it in small, quiet ways. His goal in life was to be able to take care of his sisters. He was known for his love...
Mildred C. Griggs
Mar 21, 2026
Mildred C. Griggs, 97, of Central City, Iowa, passed away on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Linn Manor Care Center. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, March 30, 2026, at Riverview Bible Church in Central City, where the family will greet friends for one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow at 2:30 p.m. at...
Joan Lucille Anderson
Mar 21, 2026
Joan L. Anderson, 76, of Marion, Iowa, passed away on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at home. A Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at the Church on Northland, 5200 Northland Avenue NE, Cedar Rapids. The family will greet friends an hour prior to services at the church. The service will be livestreamed...
Thomas "Tommy" Hansen
Mar 20, 2026
Thomas “Tommy” Hansen, 57, passed away on March 20, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. The family will host a Celebration of Life from 1 – 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at The American Legion Post 671 at 68 3rd Street SE, Swisher, Iowa.
Tommy was born in Oelwein, Iowa to Thomas Hansen and Dixie (Weber) Burg. He worked at...
Teresa Marie McCumpsey
Mar 20, 2026
Teresa Marie McCumpsey, 59, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, passed away on Friday, March 20, 2026, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Cedar Rapids. A celebration of life will be held from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at the Red Cedar Lodge at Wanatee Park (1700 Big Bluestem Dr, Marion, Iowa 52302).
Teresa was born on December 3, 1966,...
Charles "Chuck" Wayne Eldred
Mar 20, 2026
Charles “Chuck” Wayne Eldred, 84, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, formerly from Urbana, Iowa, passed away on Friday, March 20, 2026, at Meth-Wick Community. Funeral Mass will begin at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Urbana, Iowa, with visitation two hours prior. Burial will follow at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery in Spencer's Grove, Iowa....
Betty Jean (Carman) Wilson
Mar 20, 2026
Betty Jean (Carman) Wilson, 73, of Center Point, Iowa passed away on Friday, March 20, 2026, at Mercy Medical Center in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Visitation: 4 – 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at Murdoch Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Center Point. Funeral Service: 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at the funeral home. Burial: Center Point Cemetery, Center Point.
Betty...
Mary (Nagel) Dochterman
Mar 19, 2026
Mary (Nagel) Dochterman, 86, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Visitation: 9 – 11 a.m. Friday, March 27, 2026, at Murdoch-Linwood Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Cedar Rapids, with the funeral service to begin at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial: St. John’s Cemetery, Cedar Rapids.
Mary was born...
Maurice Wilkins
Mar 19, 2026
Maurice Wilkins, 49, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, passed away on March 19, 2026.
He was born in Chicago, Illinois, and carried the strength and spirit of his roots throughout his life.
Maurice is survived by his loving wife, Talika Wilkins; his sons, Deonte, Raheem, TreyVontez, and TaZareyon; and his daughter, TashaKayla. He is also survived by his mother, Dorothy Wilkins, and his...
Gary L. Cronbaugh
Mar 17, 2026
Gary L. Cronbaugh, 88, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, died Tuesday, March 17, 2026. Visitation will be held from 2:00 until 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 22, 2026, at the Murdoch-Linwood Funeral Home, Cedar Rapids. Burial will be at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, March 23, 2026, at the Koszta Cemetery, Koszta, Iowa.
Gary was born on July 18, 1937, in Cedar Rapids,...
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