Obituaries in Marshalltown, State Center and Surrounding Areas in Iowa
Paula Spilger
Jan 2, 2026
Paula Kay (Dahlke) Spilger was born on October 23, 1952 in Henderson, Nebraska to Peter and Tina (Willems) Dahlke. She was raised on farms in rural Central Nebraska. Paula had the wonderful experience of growing up in a loving Christian family. Perhaps that is why she accepted Jesus Christ at such an early age. When she was seven years old,...
Michael Brent Wentzien
Jan 2, 2026
Michael Brent Wentzien, 86, of Gladbrook, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 2, 2026, at the Grundy Care Center.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Gladbrook Methodist Church in Gladbrook, Iowa. Visitation will take place at the church on Friday, January 9, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Memorials may be...
Marlys Hilleman
Jan 2, 2026
Marlys Hilleman, age 90, of Le Grand and formerly of rural Marshalltown, passed away on the afternoon of January 2, 2026 in the comfort of her home under the care of Iowa River Hospice.
A visitation to celebrate Marlys’ life will be held on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M. at the Mitchell Family Funeral Home in Marshalltown....
Lowilda Benskin
Dec 30, 2025
Lowilda Benskin, age 90, of Marshalltown, Iowa, passed away on December 30, 2025 at the Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines. Private graveside services are scheduled for Tuesday, January 6, at the Graceland Cemetery in Laurel. For additional information or to send a condolence to the family, please visit www.mitchellfh.com or call 641-844-1234. Mitchell Family Funeral Home is caring...
Travis James
Dec 30, 2025
Travis Don James, age 68 of Beaman, Iowa, died in Marshalltown, IA, on December 30, 2025.
He was born August 9, 1957 in Newton, IA, to Winston and Betty James at Skiff Hospital. Travis attended Lynnville Sully High School, where he was involved in football and wrestling. He graduated with the class of 1976.
Travis started working in construction in 1982, building...
Sheila Ann Bachman
Dec 30, 2025
Dedicated wife and mother, Sheila Ann Bachman, age 65, of Marshalltown, Iowa, passed away on December 30, 2025, at UnityPoint Health - Marshalltown.
Sheila was born on September 29, 1960, at Community Hospital in Fremont, Nebraska. Sheila was deeply influenced by her parents, Dean LeRoy Way and Jean (Miller) Way, who instilled in her values of hard work and compassion. She...
Nancy J Baldwin- Diveley
Dec 29, 2025
Obituary is pending and no formal services have been scheduled at this time
Elizabeth "Liz" Fisher
Dec 28, 2025
Elizabeth Jennie Marie Fisher, 35, of Guernsey, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, December 28, 2025 at UnityPoint Health- Grinnell Regional Medical Center.
A Visitation for Liz will be held on Sunday, January 4, 2026 from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at the Mitchell Family Funeral Home in Marshalltown. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the 15/10 Foundation, 713...
Carole (Cox) Sprague
Dec 28, 2025
“She was loved because she was first loved by God and her husband.” These are the words that Carole L. Sprague, 80, of Marshalltown, Iowa, lived by in her daily life. She had a peace as she neared the end time here on earth thanks to that love.
Carole passed away Sunday, December 28, 2025 at Bickford Cottage in Marshalltown. Per...
Sherrill Rae Anderson
Dec 27, 2025
Sherrill Rae (Fisk) Anderson, 88 of Mesa, AZ (formerly Union and Eldora, Iowa) passed away on Saturday, December 27, 2025at her home with family by her side.
Funeral services for Sherrill will take place at 10:30 AM on Monday, January 12, 2026 at the Mitchell Family Funeral Home in Marshalltown. Graveside services will be held at 2:30 PM at Jackson Township...
Barbara Nodland
Dec 27, 2025
Barbara Lee (Kluck) Nodland, age 74, of Marshalltown, Iowa, passed away on the morning of December 27, 2025 at MercyOne Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa.
Services for Barbara will be held on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 beginning at 11:00 A.M. at the Mitchell Family Funeral Home in Marshalltown. A visitation for family and friends will take place one hour prior...
Dianna Jean Nichols
Dec 27, 2025
Dianna Jean (Buchwald) Nichols, born May 3, 1941 to parents Walter (Pete) and Katherine Buchwald passed away on Saturday, December 27, 2025 under the loving care of the Iowa River Hospice in Marshalltown.
Funeral services for Dianna will be held on Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at the Mitchell Family Funeral Home in Marshalltown. Visitation will take place, one...
Robert "Craig" Holsapple
Dec 27, 2025
Robert “Craig” Holsapple age 68 of Marshalltown, peacefully went to be with the Lord on December 27th, 2025, surrounded by family. Craig was born January 20, 1957, in Keosauqua, Iowa, to Barbara and Bob Holsapple. He lived an authentic, beautiful life rooted in service, family, generosity, and connection. He balanced an unwavering work ethic with a deep appreciation for fun...
Danny L Vodochodsky Sr.
Dec 25, 2025
Danny L. Vodochodsky Sr., age 81, of Tama, Iowa and formerly of Marshalltown, Iowa, passed away on the afternoon of December 25, 2025 in the comfort of his own home.
Per Danny’s wishes, cremation rites have been accorded and no formal services are planned at this time. Memorials in Danny’s name may be directed to his family for a later designation....
Dawn Marie Powell
Dec 24, 2025
Dawn Marie Powell, age 61 of Marshalltown, passed away on December 24, 2025 at the Israel Family Hospice House in Ames.
Dawn Marie Powell was born on January 29, 1964 at the University of Iowa Hospital, the daughter of David and Jeraldine (Hunt) Powell. She graduated from Burnside High School, now known as Southeast Valley High School. Dawn worked for the...
Fred Ray Fehrmann
Dec 24, 2025
Fred Ray Fehrmann, 83, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 24, 2025 under the care of Westbrook Acres and Iowa River Hospice in Gladbrook. He was a gentle and caring person who always accepted everyone with love.
Memorial services for Fred will be held on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 2:30 p.m. at the Mitchell Family Funeral...
Richard "Rick" Ahn
Dec 23, 2025
Richard “Rick” Ahn, 74, of Marshalltown, Iowa, entered Heaven and saw Jesus, his Lord and Saviour, on December 23, 2025. He was surrounded by his loving family.
Rick was born to Richard Ahn and Libbie Jo Ann (Gray) Ahn on July 22, 1951 in Albia, Iowa. Rick graduated from Albia High School in 1969, attended Indian Hills Community College, and graduated...
Sandee Kay McKee
Dec 23, 2025
Sandra (Heth) McKee, age 76 of Toledo, “took the reins with Jesus” on Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at the Iowa River Hospice House in Marshalltown.
Born Sandra Kay Heth on July 9, 1949 in Cedar Rapids, the daughter of Harold and Virginia (Rainville) Heth. She graduated from Washington High School and later from the University of Northern Iowa.
Sandee had a passion...
Wilbur L. Frericks
Dec 23, 2025
Wilbur Frericks, age 86 of Laurel, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at Iowa Methodist Hospital in Des Moines. Prior to Wilbur’s hospital admission he lived life to the fullest.
Wilbur Lawrence Frericks was born on June 8, 1939, in Greene, the eldest child of Grace Frericks. He graduated from Greene High School in 1957. Immediately following high school,...
Charlene Lucille Barth
Dec 23, 2025
Charlene Lucille Barth, 88, of Marshalltown, passed away on Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at the Iowa River Hospice Home in Marshalltown.
Funeral services for Charlene will be held on Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Marshalltown. Visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at 9:30 a.m. until service time. Memorials may be...
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