Obituaries

Obituaries in Marshalltown, State Center and Surrounding Areas in Iowa

Marion "Darlene" Barker

Marion "Darlene" Barker

Jul 15, 2025

Marion “Darlene” Barker, 81, of Marshalltown, Iowa, passed away late Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at Westbrook Acres in Gladbrook.

Per the wishes of Darlene and her family, cremation rites have been accorded. Memorial services will take place on Monday, July 28, 2025 beginning at 11:00 A.M. at the Mitchell Family Funeral Home in Marshalltown, Iowa. A visitation for family and friends...

David R. Riemenschneider

David R. Riemenschneider

Jul 15, 2025

David Riemenschneider, 76, passed away on July 15, 2025 at the EveryStep Kavanagh House, following complications from a stroke.

David Ray Riemenschneider was born to Howard Ray and Irene (Meier) Riemenschneider. He was a beloved husband of 45 years to Pam Riemenschneider; a proud father to his children, Jamie Riemenschneider, Carey Taylor (Nate), Michele Case, Ryan Helloso (Erin); and a doting...

Larry L. Street

Larry L. Street

Jul 14, 2025

Larry Street, age 64 of Gladbrook, Iowa, passed away in the comfort of his home on the evening of July 14, 2025.

Per Larry’s wishes, cremation rites have been accorded and a family led celebration of life will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Larry’s name may be directed to his family for a later...

Rita Tiger

Rita Tiger

Jul 14, 2025

Rita Tiger, age 69 of Marshalltown, Iowa and formerly of Syracuse, NY, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on the morning of July 14, 2025 at the Iowa River Hospice Home in Marshalltown.

A celebration of life for Rita will be held on Friday, July 18, 2025 from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. at the Mitchell Family Funeral Home in Marshalltown,...

Bruce A. Oleson

Bruce A. Oleson

Jul 12, 2025

Obituary is pending and no formal services have been scheduled at this time. 

Elizabeth A. (Wilson) Harrison

Elizabeth A. (Wilson) Harrison

Jul 11, 2025



Elizabeth (Beth) Harrison

Beth Harrison, 93, passed away peacefully the morning of July 11 at Mill Pond Care Center, Ankeny, IA, due to natural causes. Prior to her time in Ankeny, Beth was a long-time resident of Marshalltown.

Beth was born in Vinton, Iowa, February 24, 1932, the daughter of James and Theodora Wilson. She attended school in Vinton and later attended...

Jeanette Peterson

Jeanette Peterson

Jul 9, 2025

Jeanette Marie (Poling) Peterson, 86, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2025. She was born October 13, 1938, in Marshalltown, the daughter of Marie and Harold Poling. Jeanette, the oldest of three sisters, grew up in Albion and for a period in Laurel where she developed strong roots in family, faith, and community.

She graduated from Albion High School in 1956...

Patricia Ruth Brown

Patricia Ruth Brown

Jul 8, 2025

Patricia “Pat” Brown,78, of Marshalltown passed away peacefully on July 8, 2025 at Iowa River Hospice.

Pat was born on July 2, 1947 in Lexington, Kentucky to F. Garvin and Katye Lou Davenport. The family moved to Monmouth, Illinois where Pat graduated from high school in 1965. Pat graduated from Hamline University with a degree in Speech and Theater in 1969...

Mark N. Hoover

Mark N. Hoover

Jul 5, 2025

Mark N. Hoover, age 45, of Marshalltown, Iowa passed away at home on Saturday, July 5, 2025.

Per Mark and his family, cremation rites have been accorded under the care of the Mitchell Family Funeral Home. No formal services have been scheduled at this time. Memorials may be directed to the family for later designation. For additional information or to send...

Paul Ronald Clark

Paul Ronald Clark

Jul 3, 2025

Paul “Ron” Clark, age 88, of Marshalltown, Iowa, passed away on the morning of July 3, 2025 at Harmony of Marshalltown surrounded by his family.

Memorial services for Ron will be held on Wednesday, July 9, 2025 beginning at 11:00 A.M. at the First Methodist Church in Marshalltown with pastor Jeff Kodis officiating. A visitation for family and friends will be...

Rosalene "Rose" Amelia Heil

Rosalene "Rose" Amelia Heil

Jul 3, 2025

Rosalene Amelia Heil, 95, of Marshalltown, passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2025 at The Willows of Marshalltown.

Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Friday, July 11, 2025 at St. Francis of Assisi Parish: St. Henry Catholic Church at 10:30 a.m. Burial will follow in Immaculate Conception Cemetery in Haverhill. Visitation will be on Thursday, July 10, 2025 from...

Michael Craig Kuhl

Michael Craig Kuhl

Jul 2, 2025

Michael Craig Kuhl, 76, of Marshalltown, passed away on Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.

Funeral services for Michael will be held on Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at the Mitchell Family Funeral Home in Marshalltown. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service; beginning at 10:00 a.m. Memorials may be...

Michael "Cowboy" Starn

Michael "Cowboy" Starn

Jul 2, 2025

Michael “Cowboy” Starn, 65, of Albion, passed away on Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at his home.

Memorial services will be held on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. at the Mitchell Family Funeral Home in Marshalltown. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service, beginning at 12:00 p.m. He will be laid to rest at Rosehill Cemetery with his...

William "Bill" Lee West

William "Bill" Lee West

Jul 1, 2025

William “Bill” Lee West, 75, of Marshalltown, passed away on Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at UnityPoint Health- Iowa Lutheran Hospital in Des Moines.

Cremation rites have been accorded and no services are currently scheduled. For more information or to send a condolence, please visit www.mitchellfh.com or call 641-844-1234. Mitchell Family Funeral Home is caring for Bill and his family.

Phyllis Whaley

Phyllis Whaley

Jun 30, 2025

Phyllis (Phillips) Whaley, age 86 of Albion, passed away at Harmony of Marshalltown on Monday, June 30, 2025.

Born Phyllis Norma Phillips on March 15,1939 in Marshall County, the oldest of four children to Lewis and Lucille (Dye) Phillips. She grew up in the Van Cleve and Laurel communities, graduating from Laurel High School in 1957.

On February 10, 1962, Phyllis was...

Amanda L. Morris

Amanda L. Morris

Jun 30, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Amanda Morris, who left us at the age of 32 after a courageous battle with colon cancer. Born on September 16, 1992, in Iowa City to Barbara May Morris, Amanda's kind spirit and loving nature touched everyone around her, leaving a lasting impression on her family and friends.

Amanda is...

Myron G. DuToit

Myron G. DuToit

Jun 26, 2025

Myron G. DuToit, age 84, of Altoona, (formerly of Marshalltown and Garwin) passed away on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at Mercy One Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa surrounded by his loving family.

Myron’s funeral service has been scheduled for Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at 11:00 am at the Mitchell Family Funeral Home of Marshalltown. Pastor Bob Kosbau will be officiating. Family...

Garland "Gar" Schossow

Garland "Gar" Schossow

Jun 25, 2025

Garland “Gar” Schossow, age 75 of Marshalltown, passed away on Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at MercyOne Medical Center in Des Moines.

Garland Ray Schossow was born on August 23, 1949 in Carroll, IA, the son of Ray and Pearl (Nyreen) Schossow. Gar attended West Marshall High School.

On October 23, 1985, Gar was united in marriage with Julie Allen in Marshalltown, IA....

Duane Jackson

Duane Jackson

Jun 24, 2025

Duane Jackson, age 71 of Marshalltown, passed away on Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at the Iowa River Hospice Home with his family by his side.

Duane Matthew Jackson was born on February 9, 1954 in Hampton, IA, the son of James and Lucille (Root) Jackson. He graduated from Iowa Falls High School in 1972.

On June 24, 1978, Duane was united in...

Thomas  Ratliff

Thomas Ratliff

Jun 20, 2025

Thomas “Tom” Ratliff, age 72 and lifelong resident of Garwin, Iowa, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on the morning of June 20, 2025 at Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames, Iowa.

A celebration of life for Tom is planned for Saturday, July 5, 2025 from 10:00 A.M until 12:00 P.M. at the Mitchell Family Funeral Home in Marshalltown,...