Obituaries

Elizabeth Trujillo

Elizabeth Trujillo

Feb 27, 2023

Elizabeth Trujillo, age 88, passed away February 27, 2023.

She was born March 6, 1934, to the late Joe and Mary (Otero) Meastas in Fruita, CO.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by spouse, Roy Trujillo Sr.; sons, Roy Trujillo Jr and Edwin Trujillo; siblings, Phil Meastas, Danny Meastas, Jimmy Meastas, and Stella Markuson.

Elizabeth is survived by her...

Marion V. French

Marion V. French

Feb 26, 2023

Marion V. French, age 99, passed away February 26, 2023.

She was born June 18, 1923, to the late Charles and Prudence (Hale) Powell in Crescent, IA.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Franklin "Pat" French; sons, David French and Larry French; sisters, Stacia Andersen and Evelyn Andreason; brothers, Leo Powell, Garold Powell, Vernon Powell,...

Jeffrey Malone

Jeffrey Malone

Feb 26, 2023

Jeffrey Malone, age 54, passed away at CHI Health Mercy Hospital February 26, 2023.

He was born March 12, 1968 to Robert and Betty (Frieze) Malone in Red Oak, IA.

Jeffrey was preceded in death by his father, Robert Malone; brother, Danny Malone.

Jeffrey is survived by his wife, Robin Malone; mother, Betty Malone; Danny Malone (deceased) his children, grandchildren, and great grandchild;...

Doris A. Underwood

Doris A. Underwood

Feb 24, 2023

Doris A. Underwood, age 85, went to be with the Lord on February 24, 2023.

She was born March 19, 1937, to Wilbur and Martha (Worrell) Kimpton near Gravity, Iowa. Doris graduated from Gravity High School and went onto College and worked as a Bookkeeper in Clarinda, Iowa where she met and married her husband, William (Bill). In 1961, Doris came...

Jack L. Powers

Jack L. Powers

Feb 22, 2023

Jack L. Powers, age 91, passed away at Midlands Living Center February 22, 2023.

He was born September 26, 1931, to Arnold and Dorothy (Hainline) Powers in Albia, IA. Jack proudly served his country in the United States Navy.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his stepfather, Clay Long; son-in-law, Albert Homer; brother, Bill Powers; step-brother, Gene...

Linda Hutchinson

Linda Hutchinson

Feb 22, 2023

Linda Hutchinson of Macedonia, Iowa, 71, died Wednesday, February 22, 2023. 

Linda was born September 21, 1951, in Elmo, Missouri. 

She was preceded in death by parents, Dale and Leila; and daughter, Leila Tarvan. 

She is survived in death by former husband, Michael Thorton; son, Johnny Roberts; grandchildren, Cameron and Jayden Tarvan; siblings, Nancy Sennett and Roger Hutchinson; nieces and nephews; extended family...

Lavonne Miller

Lavonne Miller

Feb 21, 2023

LaVonne Marilyn Miller, a longtime resident of Persia, IA, passed away February 21st, 2023.

LaVonne was born on August 19, 1939 to Robert and Alvira (Gramkow) Janssen in Portsmouth, IA. As a child she attended school in rural Persia, and graduated from Persia High School in 1957. After graduation, LaVonne married the love of her life, Wayne Miller another resident of...

Paulette Zimmerman

Paulette Zimmerman

Feb 18, 2023

Paulette Zimmerman, age 57, passed away peacefully at her home on February 18, 2023.

She was born November 14, 1965, to Ivan and Sharon (Paul) Nelson in Harlan, Iowa. Paulette graduated from Shelby-Tennant High School with the class of 1984. She and her husband co-owned Zimmerman Sales and Service as well as EZ Greenhouse.

She was preceded in death by father, Ivan...

Kelly Wright

Kelly Wright

Feb 17, 2023

Kelly Wright, age 59, passed away peacefully at February 17, 2023.

He was born September 29, 1963 to Lonnie and Donnis (Hively) Wright Sr. in Council Bluffs, IA. Kelly worked at Griffin Pipe for many years.

Kelly was preceded in death by his father, Lonnie Wright Sr.; sister, Lori Cunduff; brothers, Bobby Wright and Jeffrey Wright.

Kelly is survived by his daughters, Kelcey...

Christine (Djurdjevich) Kopera

Christine (Djurdjevich) Kopera

Feb 16, 2023

Christine (Djurdjevich) Kopera

Sunrise: July 28, 1925 - Sunset: February 16, 2023

She passed peacefully at home.

Christine is preceded in death by her husband, Bill; sons, Bill, Kent and Richard.

She is survived by her daughter, Sue Crumb (Bob) of Lincoln, NE; daughter-in-law, Ellen Kopera; 6 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great-grandchildren; care support, Greg and Devin Kopera.

Memorials to the Food Bank.

Remember the...

Gerald D.  Jones

Gerald D. Jones

Feb 16, 2023

Gerald Dean Jones, 83, of Neola, Iowa passed away peacefully in his home on February 16, 2023. Gerald, also known as Jerry, was born on December 18, 1939 to Vern and Dessa Jones of Allen, Nebraska. Gerald attended Allen High School and had many treasured lifelong friendships with the class of 1959. Gerald and his family were members of the...

Roberta Mae Morrison

Roberta Mae Morrison

Feb 16, 2023

Roberta Mae Bennett Morrison Age 77 of Council Bluffs passed away on February 16, 2023. She was born on November 2, 1945 in Huron,, South Dakota to Earl and Evelyn Bennett. She grew up with 3 brothers and 2 sisters. Roberta graduated from high school in Council Bluffs and made her home there. She liked sewing, puzzles, baking and cooking,...

Brent Stokes

Brent Stokes

Feb 14, 2023

Brent Stokes, age 53, passed away peacefully at CHI Health Bergan Mercy Hospital on February 14, 2023.

He was born May 30, 1969, to Carol and Rhodora (Rose) Stokes in Sioux City, IA.

Brent was preceded in death by his father, Carol Stokes and brother, Jeffery Stokes.

Brent is survived by his children, Holly Buckingham (Clinton), JaNae Berner, Shelbie Lidgett (Austin), and Timothy...

Sandra Franks

Sandra Franks

Feb 13, 2023

Sandra Franks, age 69, passed away February 13, 2023.

She was born July 10, 1953, to the late Russell and Mary (Hansen) Blackman in Council Bluffs, IA.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Richard Lyman Fisher; and second husband, Wesley Franks; and a brother, Phillip Blackman.

Sandra is survived by her children, David Fisher, Shawn...

Janice Marie Mcelroy

Janice Marie Mcelroy

Feb 13, 2023

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our mother, Janice Marie McElroy on February 13, 2023. She leaves behind her seven children, Max McElroy (Teri), Chris Ballard Justice, Bob McElroy (Lorrie), Cathi Deierling (Gary), Cindy Joneson (Tracy), Charlene Siepker, Tom McElroy (Amanda), 21 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren, her brothers Robert Walker (Jo), and Jim Walker (Kim) and numerous...

Thomas Lane

Thomas Lane

Feb 12, 2023

Thomas Lane, age 76, passed away at CountryHouse Residence on February 12, 2023.

He was born February 11, 1947, to the late Pauline Young in Atlantic, Iowa. Thomas graduated from Glenwood High School with the class of 1966. He proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Thomas was a professional truck driver.

In addition to his...

Roger Rankin

Roger Rankin

Feb 11, 2023

Roger Rankin, age 63, passed away at CHI Health Mercy Hospital on February 11, 2023.

He was born July 4, 1959, to the late Dale and Bonnie (Marr) Rankin in Council Bluffs, IA. Roger was a longtime car salesman in Council Bluffs.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Roger is survived by his sons, Conner Rankin, Colton Rankin, and Ethan Rankin;...

Tammy Sue Ollie

Tammy Sue Ollie

Feb 10, 2023

Tammy Sue (Ulrich) Ollie, 52, passed away peacefully the morning of February 10, 2023 surrounded by family after a long battle with ovarian cancer. She was born in Council Bluffs, Iowa, on June 27, 1970, to Larry and the late Bernetta (Goeser) Ulrich. She grew up in Crescent, Iowa and graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School with the Class of...

Bounma Latisha Hanstein

Bounma Latisha Hanstein

Feb 10, 2023

Bounma Latisha Hanstein Age 82 passed away February 10, 2023. She married Robert Hanstein on March 25, 2013 in Las Vegas. She was a baseball fan, especially the Boston Red Sox. Bounma was preceded in death by her step-son, Kevin.

She will be missed by her husband, Robert "Bob"; step-son, Chris (Amy); step-daughter, Adrienne Shepherdson (Eric); grandchildren, Elle, Maranda, Kayla and...

Nicholas James Erisman

Nicholas James Erisman

Feb 10, 2023

Nicholas James Erisman, age 33, passed away February 10, 2023.

He was born August 8, 1989, to Mark and Janine (Croghan) Erisman in Omaha, NE. Nicholas graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School with the class of 2007.   Nick touched so many lives. His work was helping others as he was always there in their time of need. He was a true...