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Larry Dean Raney
Jan 23, 2024
Larry Dean Raney of Pleasantville, Iowa, was born November 6, 1939 to Carl and Doris (Kimzey) Raney in Swan, Iowa. He was the oldest of four children and was raised in Swan. He graduated with the Pleasantville class of 1958, where he played football and ran track. While growing up, Larry welded with his father and grandfather at Raney Motor...
Randall Robert Gooch
Jan 9, 2024
Randy was born April 27, 1949 in Des Moines, Iowa to Robert Gooch and Thelma Gooch (McMeekin). He attended school in Martensdale, Swan and Pleasantville until dropping out and joining the army, serving for four years. After that time, he attained his GED. He married Carrie Payne and has one son, Jamie Dexter Gooch. Randy is preceded in death by...
Marcia Lynn Nichols
Jan 8, 2024
MARCIA LYNN NICHOLS Marcia Lynn Nichols passed away from complicated medical conditions on January 8th,2024 at the Knoxville Area Community Hospital surrounded by family. Marcia was born March 31st, 1955, in Knoxville, Iowa and was the daughter of Leonard and Patricia Nichols. Marcia attended St. Anthony’s Catholic School in Knoxville and graduated from Knoxville High School in 1973. After graduation...
Donald Larry Sutter
Jan 2, 2024
Donald Larry Sutter was born January 20, 1935 in Polk City, Iowa the son of Harold and Dorothy (Nash) Sutter. Don was raised in the Polk City area on his family’s farm. Following high school, he continued to work on the family farm and also served in the Naval Reserves. On December 13, 1958, Don was united in marriage to...
Roger Dale Gilchrist
Dec 22, 2023
Roger Dale Gilchrist was born January 26, 1947 in Carlisle, Iowa the son of James D. and Winifred Manila (Crook) Koons. At a young age, Roger’s father died and his mother later married Orie Gilchrist, who adopted Roger. After high school, Roger enlisted in the Army National Guard. He proudly served his country during the Vietnam War. He was united...
Russell Allen Mccormick
Dec 15, 2023
Russ McCormick passed away at his home in Knoxville, Iowa, on December 15, 2023, from pancreatic cancer. He was born in Cambridge, Ohio, on May 3, 1943, to Edward and Goldie McCormick. Russ was a 1961 graduate of Proviso West High School in Illinois. He joined the Air Force ROTC in college which funded his schooling at the University of...
Elizabeth Anne Conn
Dec 9, 2023
Elizabeth Anne Conn was born on April 9, 1932, in Des Moines, IA. She was adopted as a child by E. Frank “Frankie” and Mary Louise Warren, who were farming on a farm 3 ½ miles north of Beech, Iowa. The Warrens later adopted a son, Bob. Betty attended the Beech Consolidated School throughout most of elementary and middle school....
Nathan Dominic Roose
Dec 7, 2023
Nathan Dominic Dean Roose was born November 8, 2000 in Pella, Iowa. He was raised in Knoxville and graduated from Knoxville High School. He worked at Caseys, Culvers and the Sports Page. Most recently Nathan was working for Skunk River Block & Pallet. In his spare time, Nathan enjoyed video games, Spider Man and the Flash. He was a compassionate...
Daryl Anthony Schroeder
Dec 5, 2023
Daryl Anthony Schroeder was born March 24, 1964 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa the son of Dale and Marilyn (Kenney) Schroeder. He was raised in Clarence, Iowa and graduated from Clarence-Lowden High School in 1982. Following high school, Daryl attended Lincoln Tech in Des Moines for auto repair and management. On May 5, 1984 he was united in marriage to Veronica...
Dolores Grace Fortner
Nov 30, 2023
Dolores Grace Fortner was born June 22, 1932 in Polk City, Iowa the daughter of Harold and Dorothy (Nash) Sutter. She graduated from Polk City High School. Dolores began her working career as a legal secretary in Des Moines. She later attended Drake University and then spent many years as an instructor at Des Moines Area Community College. Dolores was...
Joseph Leroy Dwigans
Nov 28, 2023
Joe Dwigans, age 102, was born in October 1921 in Stuart, Iowa, the son of Irvin and Gladys Dwigans. He married Betty Rae Grewell in Knoxville, Iowa in 1948. Joe grew up in the Knoxville area, helping his folks raise rabbits, working a paper route, and participating in 4-H. He was proud to have the first balloon tire bicycle in...
Robert "Bob" De Moss
Nov 19, 2023
Robert Lee DeMoss was born August 28, 1931, in Knoxville, Iowa, the son of Marion and Mable (Faidley) DeMoss. Bob was raised in the Knoxville area. As a young man, he began working as a farmhand on Rex Caldwell’s farm. On February 9, 1952, Bob was united in marriage to June Marie Johann where the couple made Knoxville their home....
Erin Colene Murphy
Nov 14, 2023
Erin Colene Murphy, a beloved resident of Bend, Oregon, passed away on November 14, 2023, after a courageous battle with metastatic breast cancer. Born in Iowa, Erin brought warmth and kindness to the lives of those around her. Erin’s journey began on November 8, 1980, and throughout her life, she exemplified joy, compassion, and resilience. A loving mother, friend, and...
Mildred "Midge" Brooks
Nov 12, 2023
IN CELEBRATION OF A WONDERFUL LIFE Pleasantville Says Goodbye to Mildred Brooks Mildred “Midge” Brooks, 95, left this life on November 12th, after a brief hospitalization, surrounded by loving family and friends who had a chance to say goodbye and celebrate her remarkable life. The community is invited to attend her viewing at the Bertrand / Mason Funeral Home in...
Mark Frederick Mater
Nov 9, 2023
Mark Frederick Mater was born October 30, 1962 in Newton, Iowa the son of Dwight Mater, Jr. and Brenda Dennison Mater. Mark’s family lived in several locations across the United States as his father Dwight was transferred for his work. Mark graduated from Ripon High School in Ripon, Wisconsin. He then attended the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point. Mark...
Annette Marie Grimes
Nov 8, 2023
Annette Marie Grimes was born May 28, 1937 in Knoxville, Iowa the daughter of Commadore Dewey and Lola “Bill” (Godfrey) Cox. Annette was raised in Knoxville where she played varsity basketball, starting in the 8th grade. She lettered all 5 years and was awarded a white “K”. She graduated in 1956. On June 24, 1956 Annette was united in marriage...
Ruth Marie Jerue
Nov 3, 2023
Ruth Marie (LaPorte) Jerue, known affectionately as Ruthie, passed away on November 3, 2023, at the age of 72 in Bussey, Iowa. She was born on May 9, 1951, in Paw Paw, Michigan, to George and Edith (VanTyle) Laporte. Ruth was a beloved daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend. Ruth had a vibrant personality and a zest for...
Daniel Earl Sutherland
Oct 30, 2023
Daniel Earl Sutherland was born June 8, 1961 in Knoxville, Iowa the son of Richard and Barbara (Williams) Sutherland. Dan graduated from Knoxville High School with the Class of 1979. Most of his working career was spent at Vermeer Manufacturing. He did a multitude of jobs at Vermeer, retiring from the jig department after 26 years of service. Dan took...
Neil Eugene Isenberg
Oct 16, 2023
Neil Eugene Isenberg was born August 23, 1957 in Des Moines, Iowa the son of Arthur Daniel and Virginia Louise (Ferber) Isenberg. Neil was raised in Pleasantville where he graduated in 1975. He was a talented guitarist and following graduation, Neil moved to California to play in a band. He later took a job playing on cruise ships on the...
Eunice Catherine Delong
Oct 9, 2023
Eunice was born December 27, 1935 in Marion County, IA, the daughter of Matthias Joseph and Blanche (Wachter) Wadle. She was a 1954 graduate of Knoxville High School in Knoxville, IA. She married Robert Lee DeLong October 10, 1964 in Des Moines, IA and he preceded her in death September 9, 1992. She had resided in Swartz Creek since 1978...
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