Obituaries

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Danny Ray Hartman Sr.

Danny Ray Hartman Sr.

Dec 30, 2023

Danny (Dan) Ray Hartman Sr, lovingly also known as “Happy" Grandpa.” Dan was born April 27th, 1956, in Cedar Rapids to his loving parents, Don and Joyce Hartman. He worked for his father and took over the family construction business with his two eldest sons. As he went from employee to boss and then knower of all things. He enjoyed...

William "Bill" George Stewig

William "Bill" George Stewig

Dec 29, 2023

William George Stewig, 83, of Marion, Iowa, passed away on Friday, December 29, 2023, at Dennis & Donna Oldorf Hospice House of Mercy in Hiawatha, Iowa. A celebration of William’s life will be held at a later date. Murdoch Funeral Home & Cremation Service of Marion is assisting the family. William was born on November 10, 1940, in Waukesha, Wisconsin,...

Gary Lynn Nosek

Gary Lynn Nosek

Dec 28, 2023

Gary Lynn Nosek, 73, of Marion, Iowa, passed away on Thursday, December 28, 2023, at Mercy Medical Center in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Visitation will be held from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. on Friday, January 5, 2024, at Troy Mills Christian Church. Memorial service will follow at 11:00 a.m. on Friday at the Church with Pastor Don McGarvey officiating. Murdoch Funeral...

Juanita Marie Roling

Juanita Marie Roling

Dec 28, 2023

Juanita Marie Roling, 81, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, passed away on Thursday, December 28, 2023, at St. Luke’s Transitional Care Center in Cedar Rapids. The family will greet friends from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at Murdoch Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Marion, Iowa, with a Vigil Service starting at 3:30 p.m. A Funeral Service...

Demetra 'Tula' S. Margellos

Demetra 'Tula' S. Margellos

Dec 27, 2023

Demetra “Tula” S. Margellos, 90, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Wednesday, December 27, 2023. A visitation will be held from 5 - 7 p.m. on Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at Murdoch-Linwood Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Cedar Rapids, with a Trisagion service beginning at 7 p.m. A funeral service will take place at...

Bernard 'Bernie' Brown

Bernard 'Bernie' Brown

Dec 26, 2023

Bernard “Bernie” Brown, 83, of Swisher, Iowa, died Tuesday, December 26, 2023, after his final health battle with cancer. He passed at his home with his family by his side. A visitation will be held from noon to 1:15 PM on Saturday, January 6, 2024, at Murdoch-Linwood Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. A funeral service will...

Donald "Don" Joseph Ellis Sr.

Donald "Don" Joseph Ellis Sr.

Dec 25, 2023

Donald Joseph Ellis Sr., 70, of Marion, Iowa, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Monday, December 25, 2023. According to his wishes, cremation has taken place. The family will hold a Celebration of his life in the Spring 2024. Murdoch Funeral Home & Cremation Service of Marion is assisting the family. Don was born on July 28, 1953, to...

Marjorie Victoria Costas

Marjorie Victoria Costas

Dec 24, 2023

Marjorie Victoria Costas, 88, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, died Sunday, December 24, 2023. Marge was a resident at Methwick community. Marjorie was born April 24, 1935, in Eureka Township, Michigan, the daughter of Victor and Alma (Marvin) Coville. She graduated from high school and went on to attend Michigan State University. Marjorie was united in marriage to Michael John Costas...

Dean Christopher Jackson

Dean Christopher Jackson

Dec 24, 2023

Dean Christopher Jackson of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, died on December 24, 2023, just hours short of his 57th birthday. He had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in March 2019 and courageously battled this devastating disease for almost five years. Dean died at home, surrounded by his wife, children, and son-in-law. Visitation will take place from 4 – 8 p.m. Friday,...

Melvin Leroy German

Melvin Leroy German

Dec 23, 2023

Melvin LeRoy German, 89, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, passed away Saturday, December 23, 2023, at Prairie Hills Assisted Living in Cedar Rapids. The family will greet friends from 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. on Friday, December 29, 2023, at Murdoch Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Marion, with a Memorial Service to follow at 11:30 a.m. Melvin was born January 17,...

Michael "Mike" David Hickle

Michael "Mike" David Hickle

Dec 22, 2023

Michael “Mike” David Hickle, 54, of Marion, Iowa, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, December 22, 2023, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. According to his wishes, cremation has taken place. A celebration of Mike’s life will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 28, 2023, at Murdoch Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Marion, where the family...

Lawrence "Larry" Lee Kula

Lawrence "Larry" Lee Kula

Dec 21, 2023

Lawrence “Larry” Lee Kula, 83, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, passed away on Thursday, December 21, 2023, at his home. The family will greet friends from 4 - 6 p.m. on Tuesday, December 26, 2023, at Murdoch Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Marion, Iowa. A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, December 27, 2023, at St....

Donald "Don" Joseph Knepper

Donald "Don" Joseph Knepper

Dec 21, 2023

Donald “Don” Joseph Knepper, 70, of Anamosa, Iowa, passed away on Thursday, December 21, 2023, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The family will greet friends from 4 - 6 p.m. on Wednesday, December 27, 2023, at Murdoch Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Marion, with a Memorial Service to follow at 6 p.m. Burial will be held...

Jane Ellen Palmer

Jane Ellen Palmer

Dec 21, 2023

Jane Ellen Palmer, 89, of Marion, Iowa, passed away on Thursday, December 21, 2023, at NewAldaya Lifescapes in Cedar Falls, Iowa. A private graveside service will be held at Springville Cemetery in Springville, Iowa. Murdoch Funeral Home & Cremation Service of Marion is assisting the family. Jane was born on December 15, 1934, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, the daughter of...

Mary Therese May

Mary Therese May

Dec 21, 2023

Mary Therese May, our beloved mom, mother-in-law, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister-in-law & aunt, passed away at Cottage Grove Place on Dec. 21, 2023, at the age of 95. Memorial Mass will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, January 11, 2024, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Cedar Rapids. The family will greet friends one hour prior to Mass. Inurnment: Linwood...

Nancy Jane Schneider

Nancy Jane Schneider

Dec 20, 2023

Nancy Jane Schneider died peacefully on Wednesday, December 20th, 2023, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, with her family and friends by her side from a courageous 7-year battle with a brain tumor. She was a faithful servant up until her last breath here on earth. Murdoch-Linwood Funeral Home & Cremation Service of Cedar Rapids is assisting with arrangements. Nancy was born...

Paul Frederick Perez

Paul Frederick Perez

Dec 17, 2023

Paul Frederick Perez, 87, of Viola, Iowa, passed away on Sunday, December 17, 2023, at St. Luke’s in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Visitation will begin at 11 a.m. on Friday, December 22, 2023, at Murdoch Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Marion, Iowa. Funeral service will follow at 1 p.m. Burial with full military honors by Offut Airforce Base Honor Guard...

Wendee Phillips Deal

Wendee Phillips Deal

Dec 16, 2023

Our wonderful Wendee died Saturday, December 16, 2023, at home after a long assault from Parkinson’s disease. She was surrounded by the person and things she loved most. Wendee was – by her own definition - irreverent, outrageous, and frequently inappropriate. She was outspoken and devoted to issues of importance to her. Her humor was quick, dry, and devastatingly funny....

Henry Leo Dawson

Henry Leo Dawson

Dec 15, 2023

Henry Leo Dawson, 92, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, transitioned into eternal rest on December 15, 2023. A Celebration of Life will take place at a later date. Murdoch-Linwood Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Cedar Rapids is assisting the family. Henry was born on January 26, 1931, in Argyle, Iowa, the son of Dwight Henry and Bertha Dawson. He graduated...

Sharon Louise (Ruberg) Anders

Sharon Louise (Ruberg) Anders

Dec 15, 2023

Sharon Louise (Ruberg) Anders, 77, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, passed away peacefully Friday, December 15, 2023, at Living Center West in Cedar Rapids. Visitation will be held from 3 – 4 p.m., service to follow on Friday, December 22, 2023, at Murdoch-Linwood Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Cedar Rapids. Sharon was born November 24, 1946, in Seattle, Washington, the...