Obituaries

Mar 4, 2025

Alicia Jane Holden, age 17, of Grottoes, Virginia, formerly of Marshalltown, Iowa, passed away on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, surrounded by her loving family in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Though there is much sorrow in her passing, there is also peace in knowing she is no longer suffering after her decade-long battle with cancer.

A Celebration of...

Mar 3, 2025

Marlyn Dale Crosser, 79 of Whitten, IA, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 3, 2025.

Marlyn was born on February 14, 1946, to Fred and Mabel (Penelrick) Crosser in Eldora, IA. Marlyn graduated from New Providence High School with the class of 1964.

Marlyn was self-employed as an electrician tradesman at...

Mar 3, 2025

Loren “Hoagie” or “Hoag” Schnathorst was born September 12, 1941 in Marshalltown. He was the second child of Lewis and Luella Schnathorst of Laurel. His older brother, Carlton passed before him. He is survived by his younger siblings, Bill and Jolene. Hoag graduated from Laurel High School in 1960. He told many stories of youthful hijinks to his sons...

Mar 3, 2025

Matthew Hiram Fricke, 62, of Marshalltown, passed away on Monday, March 3, 2025 at his home.

Memorial services for Matthew will be held on Sunday, March 9, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at the Mitchell Family Funeral Home in Marshalltown. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service, beginning at 10:00 a.m. Memorials may be...

Mar 2, 2025

Danny Dean Brown, age 71 of Marshalltown, passed away on Sunday, March 2, 2025 at the Iowa River Hospice House.

Born Danny Dean Brown on July 29, 1953 in Marshalltown, the son of Ralph Oral and Frances Iola (Hazen) Brown. Danny attended Marshalltown Public Schools.

On May 4, 1970, Danny was...

Mar 2, 2025

Nona Mae (Wallen) Burrington, age 91 of Conrad, passed away on Sunday, March 2, 2025 at Oakview Nursing Home.

Born Nona Mae Wallen on July 25, 1933 in Marshalltown, the daughter of Claude Avery and Violet Mae (Lents) Wallen. She graduated from Montour High School.

Nona was united in marriage with...

Mar 1, 2025

Timothy D. Eggers, age 64 of State Center, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, March 1, 2025.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. on Thursday, March 13, 2025 at Mitchell Family Funeral Home in Marshalltown. Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Friday, March 14, 2025, at the Mitchell Family...

Mar 1, 2025

Mark J. Heindselman

Mark J. Heindselman, age 72, of Cedar Rapids, formerly of Marshalltown, with his family surrounding him, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 1, 2025 while at St. Luke’s Hospital. Memorial services for Mark will be held on Saturday, March 29, 2025 at 2:30 p.m. at the Mitchell Family Funeral...

Feb 28, 2025

Laura Kay Lunsford, age 42 of Marshalltown, passed away on Friday, February 28, 2025 at her home under the care of Iowa River Hospice.

Born Laura Kay Lunsford on October 13, 1982 in Marshalltown, the daughter of Roger D. and Rebecca (Louise) Lunsford. Growing up and all through school, Laura enjoyed playing softball. She graduated...

Feb 28, 2025

Kathy (Croskey) Humbers, age 66 of Toledo, passed away on Friday, February 28, 2025, at Premier Estates of Toledo.

Born Kathy Marie Croskey on December 22, 1958 in Marshalltown, the daughter of Melvin “Pete” and Winifred (Warnell) Croskey. Kathy graduated from South Tama High School in 1977. She went on to Marshalltown Community College, where...

Feb 28, 2025

Roberta Palmer Gaudry, age 100, of Marshalltown, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 28th at Oakview Nursing Home. She was born November 26th, 1924, on the family farm in Moravia, Iowa. After graduating high school at age 16, she earned her teaching certificate at age 18 and began her career in Gilman and Sully. Roberta married O.E. Palmer in...

Feb 28, 2025

Michael S. Edwards, age 50 of Marshalltown, passed away on Friday, February 28, 2025 at the University of Iowa Hospital.

Born Michael Shawn Edwards on November 21, 1974 in Hutchinson, KS, the son of John M. and Dolores (Roberson) Edwards.

Mike was united in marriage with Donna Joy Cole on December...

Feb 28, 2025

Steven “Steve” Harold Heath, age 68, of Melbourne, Iowa, formerly of Kewanee, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 28, 2025 at his home and under the care of Wesley Hospice of Ames, Iowa.

Per the wishes of Steve and his family, cremation rites have been accorded under the care of the Mitchell Family Funeral...

Feb 24, 2025

Randy Dean Pitzer, 63, of Marshalltown, passed away on Monday, February 24, 2025 at Unity Point- Marshalltown.

Memorial services for Randy will be held on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at the Mitchell Family Funeral Home in Marshalltown. Memorials may be directed to the family. For more information or to send a condolence,...

Feb 23, 2025

Darlene Kay Bolle, 78, of Albion, passed away on Sunday, February 23, 2025 at UnityPoint - Marshalltown.

Funeral services for Darlene will be held on Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at the Mitchell Family Funeral Home in Marshalltown. Visitation will take place before the funeral, starting at 1:00 p.m. Memorials may be directed...

Feb 22, 2025

Destanne Ann Marie Campbell, who was born on January 13, 2002 in Marshalltown, IA, passed away suddenly on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at UnityPoint Health Hospital, Des Moines, IA, surrounded by her loving family and friends.

Destanne, the beautiful daughter of Leslie Cory, lived a life filled with love, laughter, adventures and many life struggles....

Feb 22, 2025

Sandra “Sandy” Kelley, age 80, of Albion, Iowa, and for those lucky enough to call her “Bank,” passed away peacefully on the evening of February 22, 2025 at Westbrook Acres in Gladbrook, Iowa.

A graveside service for Sandy will be held on Friday, February 28, 2025 beginning at 11:30 A.M. at the Albion Cemetery with...

Feb 21, 2025

Webb Nall, age 87 of Melbourne, Iowa and formerly of Ogden, UT, passed away surrounded by family on the morning of February 21, 2025 at MercyOne Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa.

At this time, cremation rights have been accorded and no formal services are planned at this time. Memorials in Webb’s name may be...

Feb 21, 2025

Leroy “Roy” Vibbard, age 97, of Marshalltown, passed away on Friday, February 21st, at Harmony of Marshalltown.

A visitation for family and friends will be held from 5-7:00 p.m. Saturday, March 1st, at the Mitchell Family Funeral Home. Private interment will be at a later date in the Iowa River Church of the Brethren Cemetery....

Feb 20, 2025

Lucile Hof, age 101, formerly of Marshalltown, passed away on the afternoon of Thursday, February 20th, at the Oakview Nursing Home in Conrad.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, February 25th, at the Redeemer Lutheran Church in Marshalltown with Rev. Alex Post officiating. She will be laid to rest in the Riverside...