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Vern Virgil Mcmurray Jr.
Oct 2, 2022
Vern Virgil McMurray, Jr., 75, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, passed away Sunday, October 2, 2022, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Cedar Rapids. Visitation will be held from 4 – 7 p.m. on Monday, October 10, 2022, at Murdoch-Linwood Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Cedar Rapids. Funeral Service will take place at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, October 11, 2022, at the...
John D. Kester
Oct 2, 2022
John D. Kester, 57, of Marion, Iowa, passed away on Sunday, October 2, 2022, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. In agreement with his wishes, cremation has taken place. A celebration of John’s life will be open from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 8, 2022, at Murdoch Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Marion. John...
Frank G. Knapp
Oct 1, 2022
Frank G. Knapp, 86, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, died Saturday, October 1, 2022. A visitation will be held from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Wednesday, October 5, 2022, at the Legacy Center at Murdoch-Linwood in Cedar Rapids. A private service will follow. Burial: Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Cedar Rapids. Frank was born March 21, 1936, in Eldorado, Iowa, the son...
Kay Joanne (Robbins) Galvin
Oct 1, 2022
Kay Joanne (Robbins) Galvin Kay Galvin, 84, passed away on October 1, 2022, in Ft. Worth, Texas. Kay was born to Forrest and Ruth Robbins on May 11, 1938. She lived in Cedar Rapids for over 80 years before moving to Texas to live with her daughter, Annette, who was also her caregiver. Kay was an avid reader who enjoyed...
Michelle Roper
Oct 1, 2022
Michelle Roper, 60, passed away on Saturday, October 1st, 2022, in the comfort of home surrounded by her father, sister, daughter, grandchildren, and two special dog companions, Cookie and Juice. The family will greet friends from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, October 5th, 2022, at Murdoch-Linwood Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Private burial will take place...
Leo Lee Dennison
Sep 30, 2022
Leo Lee Dennison, seven-month-old son of Angel Dennison and Mitchell Gray of Central City, Iowa, gained his heavenly wings on Friday, September 30, 2022. A memorial service will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 6, 2022, at Murdoch Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Central City, with a visitation one hour prior to the service. Leo was born...
Diane Cherriee Ely
Sep 29, 2022
Diane Cherriee Ely, 80, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, passed away Thursday, September 29, 2022, at The Gardens of Cedar Rapids. Visitation: 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. Monday, October 3, 2022, at Murdoch-Linwood Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Cedar Rapids with a Vigil Service to begin at 4 p.m. Funeral Mass: 10 a.m. Tuesday, October 4, 2022, at St. Patrick...
Erika Lea Hempstead
Sep 29, 2022
Erika Lea Hempstead, 41, of Center Point, Iowa, died Thursday, September 29, 2022, at the Dennis & Donna Oldorf Hospice House of Mercy in Hiawatha, Iowa. A Celebration of Life will be held from 1 – 6 p.m. on Sunday, October 23, 2022, at Ashton Hill Farm, 803 Vernon Valley Drive, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52403; starting at 1 p.m. we...
Betty Lucille Neighbor
Sep 28, 2022
Betty Lucille Neighbor, 101, of Marion, Iowa, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, September 28, 2022. Family will greet friends and family from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 2, 2022, at Murdoch Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Marion. A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, October 3, 2022, at the funeral...
Mary T. Menzel
Sep 27, 2022
Mary T. Menzel, 93, of Marion, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 27, 2022 in the presence of her loving daughters. Family will greet friends and family from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. on Friday, September 30, 2022 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Marion. A Funeral Mass will follow at 10:00 a.m. at the church with Reverend David O’Connor...
Lois M Starks
Sep 27, 2022
Lois M Starks, 82, of Central City, Iowa, passed away on September 27, 2022, at her home. Per Lois’ wishes cremation has taken place and no open house or public funeral service will be held. The family will have private burial at a later date at Mt. Clark Cemetery in Central City. Murdoch Funeral Home & Cremation Service of Central...
Sterling Grayson Mcferren
Sep 26, 2022
Sterling Grayson McFerren, six month old son of David McFerren and Brooke Zimmer, of Marion, Iowa, passed away on Monday, September 26, 2022. Despite his short time on earth, he was deeply loved and brought immense joy to those around him. Visitation will be held from 12 to 2 p.m. on Saturday, October 1, 2022, at Murdoch Funeral Home &...
Judith A Butterbaugh
Sep 25, 2022
Judith A. Butterbaugh, 82, of Marion, Iowa, passed away on Sunday, September 25, 2022, Terrace Glen Assisted Living in Marion. Murdoch Funeral Home & Cremation Service of Marion is assisting the family. A private family service will be held at a later date. Judith was born on March 21, 1940, in Des Moines, Iowa, the daughter of Fred and Mary...
Laverna Kulhavy
Sep 25, 2022
LaVerna Kulhavy, 95, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, died Sunday, September 25, 2022, at the Dennis & Donna Oldorf Hospice House of Mercy in Hiawatha, Iowa. A gathering will take place from 1 – 3 p.m. on Sunday, October 2, 2022, at The Legacy Center at Murdoch-Linwood in Cedar Rapids. A private family graveside service will be held at Czech National...
Lavon Ruth Cheney
Sep 24, 2022
LaVon Ruth Cheney, 79, of Cedar Rapids, passed away September 24, 2022, at Heritage Specialty Care in Cedar Rapids. Private family gathering will be held. Burial will take place at Linwood Cemetery, Cedar Rapids. Murdoch-Linwood Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Cedar Rapids, assisted the family. LaVon was born October 20, 1942, in Austin, Minnesota, the daughter of Oscar and Ruth...
Patrick Hugh Shaw
Sep 23, 2022
Patrick Hugh Shaw, 67, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, passed away on Friday, September 23, 2022, at West Ridge Care Center in Cedar Rapids. A Celebration of Life will be held from 5 – 7 p.m. Tuesday, September 27, 2022, at Murdoch-Linwood Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Cedar Rapids. Pat was born January 14, 1955, in Creston, Iowa, the son...
Martin L Evans
Sep 23, 2022
Martin L. Evans, 77, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, died Friday, September 23, 2022. A visitation will be held from 5 - 7 p.m. on Tuesday, September 27, 2022, at The Legacy Center at Murdoch-Linwood in Cedar Rapids. A funeral service will take place at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, September 28, 2022, at Murdoch-Linwood Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Cedar...
Willie Wrice
Sep 23, 2022
Willie Wrice, 87, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, passed away Friday, September 23, 2022, at Oldorf Hospice House of Mercy in Hiawatha, Iowa. No services will be held. Murdoch-Linwood Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Cedar Rapids, assisted the family. Wille was born November 10, 1934, in Arkansas, the son of Isacc and Eddie (Lewis) Wrice. He attended Wynne High School in...
Virgil Ray Diesing
Sep 21, 2022
Virgil Ray Diesing, 76, of Marion, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, September 21, 2022, at his home. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, September 27, 2022, at Murdoch Funeral Home & Cremation Service of Marion. Funeral service will be at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, September 28, 2022, at the funeral home. Burial will follow at...
William Elmer Stanek
Sep 21, 2022
William Stanek, 92, of the Springville and Central City area, passed away on Wednesday, September 21, 2022. He was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps. Per his request there will not be a visitation. A private family burial will be held at a later date at Dunkard Cemetery in Midway, Iowa.
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