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Georgette Husemann, 68, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at Mill Valley Care Center in Bellevue, Iowa. Georgette was born on January 13, 1958, in Haleiwa, Hawaii, the daughter of George and Dorothy (Kinokeo) Baldwin. Growing up surrounded by the beauty and warmth of the islands, Hawaii was always a special part of who Georgette was. She graduated from Waialua High School. On May 13, 1998, Georgette married Thomas Husemann Sr. in Honolulu, Hawaii. ...

  Ruth Orr, 90, of Cascade, formerly of Onslow, passed away on August 8th, 2026.    Ruth was born 9-27-35 to Lloyd and Mabel (Brodersen) Fadley.  She graduated from Onslow High School with the Class of 1953.  After graduation she went to Hamilton's Business College in Cedar Rapids.  In 1955, she accepted her first (and only) full-time job in the Assessors Office at the Jones County Courthouse in Anamosa, which she would retire from over ...

Lawretta  Lorraine “Tood”  Busch, 81, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on August 8th 2026.    She showed her love in countless ways—Especially through the warmth of her kitchen and memories.  Though she is deeply missed, her spirit and memories live on in the family she loved so dearly and in her recipes that will continue to be shared.  Lawretta worked many jobs, but the most fulfilling ...

  Dennis John Rubel led the horses to the barn one last time on August 8, 2026. A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 am on Friday, August 14, 2026, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Maquoketa. A visitation will be held from 4:00-7:00 pm on Thursday, August 13 at Dawson Funeral Services in Maquoketa where the Rosary will be recited at 3:30 pm. Burial will follow at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Maquoketa. Dennis was born in Bellevue, Iowa, to Melvin and Esther (Schroeder) Rubel ...

Evelyn Darlene Fleming, of Olin, Iowa, passed away on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at St. Luke's Hospital. She was born on September 28, 1958, in Fort Dodge, Iowa, the daughter of Wilbur "Harry" Summers Jr. and Roseanne Heskett. Evelyn attended Anamosa High School. She was united in marriage to Dean Laverne Fleming, who preceded her in death. Family was at the heart of Evelyn's life. She loved spending time with her family and treasured the memories they created together. She was ...

Faye Lavon Hamilton Faye Lavon Hamilton, 88, of Olin, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 24, 2026, at Care Initiatives Care Center. Faye was born on December 3, 1937, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, to William and Elsie (Klinkkammer) Daab. She graduated from Olin High School with the Class of 1955. On August 7, 1956, she married the love of her life, Thomas Hamilton, at Rock Island Methodist Church. Together they shared many wonderful years until his passing. Faye worked at Doer ...

Corrine Catherine Miller, of Delmar, Iowa, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2026. Corrine was born on December 24, 1928, in Springbrook, Iowa, the daughter of Frank and Ludvina (Weis) Mootz. She attended Springbrook Catholic school.  She was united in marriage to John LeRoy Miller on November 8, 1949, at St. Peter and Paul’s Church in Springbrook. Together they had seven daughters and built a life centered on faith, family, hard work, and service to others. Faith was the ...

John Wesley Feddersen, of Wyoming, Iowa, passed away leaving behind a life that was uniquely his own. John had a lifelong passion for mechanics and could often find a way to repair just about anything. He loved working on cars, trucks, machinery, farm equipment, and collecting tools. He enjoyed his farmland and spent countless hours surrounded by projects—some finished, and many still waiting their turn. His workshop and property reflected a lifetime of hard work, curiosity, and ...

Michael Lee Flannery, 68, of Oxford Junction, Iowa, passed away at his home on June 28, 2026. Michael was born on October 3, 1957, in Centralia, Illinois, the son of Charles Flannery and Marilyn (Thomas) Holly. He received his education in Illinois and worked for many years as a diesel mechanic. Michael proudly served his country in the United States Navy. He enjoyed rock hunting, taking nature walks, spending time outdoors, and had a special love for animals. Most of all, Michael loved ...

  Richard Michael “Big Mike” Hughes, 78, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2026, at the Iowa Veterans Home in Marshalltown, Iowa. Richard was born on December 27, 1947, in Cascade, Iowa, the son of Martin Leo and Mary (Picary) Hughes. He attended school in Delwood and proudly answered the call to serve his country in the United States Navy. His military service was a source of great pride throughout his life, and he remained deeply patriotic and devoted to his fellow ...