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Bonnie Lee Martin
Nov 11, 2024
Bonnie Lee Martin: 1929 – 2024 of Cedar Rapids, IA. Born in Chariton, IA on the shortest day of the year December 21, Bonnie brought more than her share of sunshine into the world. She was born to Leo Brown, an innovative businessman and Charlene (Crozier) Brown, a compassionate yet strong willed mother; the result was Bonnie, a loving and...
Raymond J. Schirmer
Nov 11, 2024
Raymond J. Schirmer, 72, of Englewood, Florida, died Monday, November 11, 2024. In agreement with Ray's wishes, cremation has taken place. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. A visitation will be held from 2 - 5 p.m. on Sunday, November 24, 2024, at the Legacy Center at Murdoch-Linwood in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Ray was born on...
Herbert "Herb" Lee Bowers
Nov 11, 2024
Herbert “Herb” Lee Bowers, 67, of Marion, Iowa, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, November 11, 2024, at his home. Cremation has taken place, and a Graveside Service will be held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at Dunkard Cemetery in Toddville, Iowa. Herb was born on May 26, 1957, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, one of five children to...
Judith M. Peal
Nov 10, 2024
Judith M. Peal Born: August 4, 1941, to LeRoy and Ardith Schoon in Monticello, Iowa. Died: November 10, 2024, at West Ridge Care Center in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. She was preceded in death by her husband, Connie Peal.
David Lee Glade
Nov 9, 2024
David Lee Glade, 66, of Hiawatha, Iowa, passed Saturday, November 9, 2024, at the Dennis & Donna Oldorf Hospice House of Mercy in Hiawatha. The family will host a Celebration of David’s life on Saturday, November 23, 2024, from 1 - 4 p.m. at the Marion American Legion Post 298, 625 31st St., Marion, Iowa 52302. Inurnment with full Military...
Carol Welsh
Nov 7, 2024
Carol Welsh, 76, of Williamsburg, Iowa, passed away Thursday, November 7, 2024, at her home. Memorial Service: 11:30 a.m. November 16, 2024, at Murdoch-Linwood Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Cedar Rapids with visitation to begin at 10:30 a.m. Private family burial will be held at St. Michaels Cemetery, Holbrook, Iowa. Carol was born January 9, 1948, in Urbana, Iowa, the...
Marilyn Louise Burnell
Nov 6, 2024
Marilyn Louise Burnell, 84, of Springville, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at her home. In agreement with her wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no funeral service held. The family will greet friends from 5 - 7 p.m. on Monday, November 11, 2024, at Murdoch Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Marion, Iowa. Inurnment...
Donald 'Don' Bashus
Nov 6, 2024
Donald “Don” Bashus, 72, of Fairfax, Iowa, died Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at his home. A celebration of Don’s life will be held at a later date. Don was born April 6, 1952, in Plattsmouth, Nebraska, the son of LeRoy and Joanne (Underwood) Bashus. He graduated from Plattsmouth High School with the Class of 1970. Don served honorably in the...
Kurt Michael Packingham
Nov 5, 2024
Kurt Michael Packingham, 69, of Center Point, Iowa, died peacefully Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family and friends. No services will be held at this time. Murdoch Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Center Point assisted the family. Kurt was born March 24, 1955, in Honolulu, Hawaii, the son of Kenneth and Marguerite (Whittington) Packingham. Kurt...
Norman K. Zenor
Nov 5, 2024
Norman K. Zenor, 93, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, formerly of Ames, Iowa, passed away Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at St. Luke’s Transitional Care Center, Cedar Rapids. Norman was born November 14, 1930, in Ames, Iowa, the son of Warren A. and Fern (Cross) Zenor. He graduated from Ames High School and attended Iowa State University and Michigan State University where...
Patricia 'Pat' Ann Clark
Nov 5, 2024
Patricia “Pat” Ann Clark, 87, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, passed away peacefully on November 5, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones. Born in Cedar Rapids on July 15, 1937, Pat was the daughter of Herald and Dorothy (Sisco) Nichols. Growing up she fondly remembered fishing with her father and spending time baking, shopping, picnicking, and enjoying garage sales with her...
Patricia Kay Petty
Nov 4, 2024
Patricia “Pat" Kay Petty, 78, of Central City, Iowa, passed away on Monday, November 4, 2024, at Mechanicsville Specialty Care in Mechanicsville, Iowa. In agreement with her wishes, cremation has taken place. A celebration of Pat’s life will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at the Central City American Legion Hall, WAPSI Post 421,...
Dennis 'Denny' F. Dalecky
Nov 3, 2024
Dennis F. “Denny” Dalecky, 74, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, died November 3, 2024, at Mercy Medical Center in Cedar Rapids. Funeral Service will be at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at Murdoch-Linwood Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Cedar Rapids, with a visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Linwood Cemetery in Cedar Rapids. A livestream...
Linda Lee Prunty
Nov 2, 2024
Linda Lee Prunty, 84, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, formerly of Swisher, Iowa, passed away Saturday, November 2, 2024, at Meth-Wick Community. Visitation: 5 – 8 p.m. Friday, November 8, 2024, at Murdoch-Linwood Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Cedar Rapids. Funeral Service: 10:30 a.m. Saturday, November 9, 2024, at the funeral home. Burial: Anderson Cemetery, Swisher, Iowa. A livestream of the...
Patrick Henry Huber
Nov 2, 2024
Patrick Henry Huber, 89, of Delhi, died on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics due to complications following a stroke. The Mass of the Resurrection will be at 11 a.m. Friday, November 8, 2024, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Earlville celebrated by his son, Rev. Henry Huber, concelebrated by Rev. Chris Podhajsky. Family...
Paul Eugene Buchanan
Nov 1, 2024
Paul Eugene Buchanan, 84, of Marion, Iowa, passed away on Friday, November 1, 2024, at Hallmar Village. In agreement with his wishes, cremation has taken place. Funeral services will be held at King of King Lutheran Church in Cedar Rapids, beginning at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 16, 2024. Paul was born on January 6, 1940, in Waterloo, Iowa, the...
Marlin Duane Rott
Nov 1, 2024
Marlin Duane Rott, 86, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Friday, November 1, 2024. Shortly after his death, his beloved wife, Rosemary Rott, passed away as well on November 14, 2024. A joint Celebration of Life for Marlin and Rosemary will be held from 9 - 11 a.m. on Saturday, November...
Alma Louise Freeman
Oct 31, 2024
Alma Louise Freeman, 95, of Center Point, Iowa, died Thursday, October 31, 2024, at Center Point Heights. Funeral Service: 10:30 a.m. Monday, November 4, 2024, at First Christian Church, Center Point, by the Rev. Kevin Jones. Friends may call from 2 to 5 p.m. on Sunday at the Murdoch Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Center Point. Burial: Dunkard Cemetery, rural...
Lucas Wayne Shemwell
Oct 31, 2024
Lucas Wayne Shemwell, 37, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, passed away while passing out treats to trick-or-treaters on October 31, 2024. Celebration of Life will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, November 10, 2024, at Murdoch Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Marion, Iowa. Lucas was born on November 19, 1986, in Tucson, Arizona, the son of Daniel...
Robert "Buck" William Steadman
Oct 30, 2024
Robert “Buck” William Steadman, 83, of Hiawatha, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at St Luke’s Hospital in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Per his wishes, cremation has taken place, and private family services will be held at a later date. Buck was born on July 18, 1941, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, to Clarence and Lovena (Kessler) Steadman. He married...
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