Obituaries

Obituaries in Marshalltown, State Center and Surrounding Areas in Iowa

Richard L. Minser

Richard L. Minser

Jan 4, 2026

Obituary is pending and no formal services have not been scheduled at this time. 

Dallas Wiese

Dallas Wiese

Jan 4, 2026

Dallas Edward Wiese, 98, lifelong resident of Tama County, passed away on January 4, 2026 with his family at his side under the care of Iowa River Hospice.

Dallas chose to be cremated, with his ashes to be combined with his wife at a later date and they be buried together at Maple Hill Cemetery, in Montour. A family-led celebration of...

Paula Spilger

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Eric Vincent Mark Verdulla

Eric Vincent Mark Verdulla

Dec 29, 2025

Eric Vincent Mark Verdulla was born in Detroit, Michigan on July 11, 1983. Eric then lost his battle to depression and other mental illnesses on December 29, 2025. Eric was raised in Marshalltown, Iowa by his mom Renee Hof and stepdad Byron Hof. He met Shannon Crawford in September of 2003. Eric and Shannon got married on September 16, 2006;...

Nancy J Baldwin- Diveley

Nancy J Baldwin- Diveley

Dec 29, 2025

Nancy (Baldwin) Diveley, age 69 of Albion, passed away on Monday, December 29, 2025, at the University of Iowa Hospitals in Iowa City.

Nancy Jean Baldwin was born on January 3, 1956, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania the daughter of Ralph and Helen (Reich) Baldwin. After graduating from high school, she went on to become a flight attendant for American Airlines. Later, Nancy...

Elizabeth "Liz" Fisher

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

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

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, 2025 at 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...

Barbara Nodland

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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...