Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Cherokee, Iowa

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William B. "Bill" Roberts

William B. "Bill" Roberts

Aug 22, 2021

WILLIAM B. "Bill"  ROBERTS , 93, of Cherokee, Iowa, passed away surrounded by his wife and family on Sunday, August 22, 2021 at The Gardens Assisted Living in Cherokee, Iowa.

Memorial services will be held on Saturday, August 28, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at the Washta Methodist Church in Washta, Iowa. Pastor Barb Dinelli will...

Doris Jean Eades

Doris Jean Eades

Aug 14, 2021

SERVICES Private family services will be held at a later date.

Virginia "Dinny" Phipps

Virginia "Dinny" Phipps

Aug 14, 2021

Virginia "Dinny" Phipps, age 91, of Cherokee passed away on Saturday, August 14, 2021.  Services will be held at Greenwood-Schubert funeral home on Friday, August 20, 2021, at 11:00 am with visitation on Thursday, August 19, 2021, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the funeral home.

 Dinny was born to Dr. James and Inez (Easton) Wise. She has always...

Thomas F. "Tom" Kintigh

Thomas F. "Tom" Kintigh

Aug 12, 2021

THOMAS  F.  "TOM" KINTIGH , 70, of Ottumwa, Iowa formerly of Cherokee, Iowa, passed away on August 12, 2021 at his home in Ottumwa.

Graveside memorial services will be held on Saturday, September 25 th , at 11 a.m. at the Cedar Cemetery at Larrabee, Iowa.  Those attending the service, please bring along a memory...

Terry David Johnson

Terry David Johnson

Aug 9, 2021

Terry Johnson passed away from an accidental fall at his home on August 9, 2021. Terry was born in Watertown, South Dakota on March 21, 1947, to Don and Mary Johnson. Raised in Watertown, South Dakota and Johnson City, Tennessee, Terry and his family almost always lived near water and they often took trips to camp, hunt and fish, instilling...

James (Jim) Jarratt

James (Jim) Jarratt

Aug 4, 2021

James (Jim) Arthur Jarratt passed away on August 4, 2021 following a brief illness.

Jim was born on September 3, 1955 in Cherokee, Iowa to Dr. Charles and Beverly Jarratt. In June of 1974 Jim married his sweetheart, travel companion and soul mate Carla Cargin. They recently celebrated their 47 anniversary. In 1981 Jim and...

Noel Gordon Messerole

Noel Gordon Messerole

Jul 31, 2021

Noel Gordon Messerole, beloved husband, father, and “Bumpa” passed away on July 31st 2021, at the age of 58, in his hometown of Cherokee, Iowa. His battle with serious medical issues in recent years, showed his courage in facing life challenges with a smile, and Great Spirit. Despite the pain, Noel never let his health be a reason to miss...

Duane V. Haase

Duane V. Haase

Jul 30, 2021

DUANE  V.  HAASE , 86, of rural Paullina, Iowa, passed away peacefully, Friday, July 30, 2021 in the Heartland Care Center in Marcus, Iowa.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, August 3 rd , at 2 p.m. at the Oakdale Evangelical Free Church, rural Meriden, Iowa. Pastor Tyler Stauffer will officiate. Burial will be...

Randy W. Meyer

Randy W. Meyer

Jul 25, 2021

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RANDY  W.  MEYER , 64, of Quimby, Iowa passed away Sunday, July 25, 2021 at MercyOne Medical Center in Sioux City, Iowa due to complications of Covid-19.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 7, 2021 at 11 a.m. at...

Allen L. Deforest

Allen L. Deforest

Jul 24, 2021

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Allen  L.   DeForest, 85, of Cherokee, Iowa, passed away Saturday evening, July 24, 2021 in the Cherokee Specialty Care.

Memorial services will be held on Thursday July 29, 2021 at 2 p.m. at the Boothby Funeral Home in Cherokee, Iowa.  Pastor Jean Morse will officiate. ...

Ruth  Jacobson-Allen

Ruth Jacobson-Allen

Jul 22, 2021

Ruth J. Gange, the daughter of Alfred and Pearl (Odle) Gange was born January 16, 1939 in Mellette, SD.  She attended school in Redfield, SD.  Ruth was united in marriage to Robert Dale Jacobson in Huron, SD.  To this union, three children were born; Wayne Allan, Sandra Lou and Michael Harold.  Robert passed away in 1990.

 Ruth married Robert Allen...

Nona J. Grohe

Nona J. Grohe

Jul 22, 2021

Nona J. Grohe, the daughter of Richard and Hazel Peterson was born on January 4, 1936 at home in Aurelia, IA during a blizzard.  She attended school in Aurelia and Cherokee, IA. 

 On March 5, 1952, Nona was united in marriage to Gordon Grohe at Lakeside Presbyterian Church in Storm Lake, IA.    To this union, three children were born, Susan,...

Sandra Elizabeth Casaday

Sandra Elizabeth Casaday

Jul 19, 2021

Sandra Elizabeth Casaday, the daughter of Laurel and Roberta (McDonald) Mitchell was born May 27, 1964, in Sioux City, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Sioux City, where she attended school. After school, she worked at Goodwill and various other jobs in the area.

 On July 4, 1992, Sandra was united in marriage to Donald Casaday at Stone Park...

Jonna Kay Galvin

Jonna Kay Galvin

Jul 19, 2021

Jonna Kay Galvin, the daughter of Robert and Sheryl (Pettengill) Messerole, was born December 4, 1963, in Cherokee, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Cherokee where she attended school and graduated from Washington High School.

 Following high school, Jonna attended South East Community College in Beatrice, NE, where she earned a nursing degree. Jonna loved being a nurse in...

Gene Streeter

Gene Streeter

Jul 18, 2021

Douglas Eugene "Gene" Streeter had his last BV and told his last joke on July 18th, 2021.  He passed away peacefully in his sleep after losing his battle with lung cancer, surrounded by his wife and daughters.

Memorial services will be held on Saturday, July 24, 2021 at Immaculate Conception Church at 1:00 p.m., 720...

James Arthur Wolcott

James Arthur Wolcott

Jul 14, 2021

James Arthur Wolcott, the son of Arthur and Lois (Sampson) Wolcott was born July 12, 1932, in Le Mars, Iowa. He attended country school and then Aurelia Schools. Following his education, Jim enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served during the Korean Conflict.

 Jim was united in marriage to Virginia Odle on September 8, 1956, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church...

Matilda  Margaret VanPelt

Matilda Margaret VanPelt

Jul 11, 2021

Matilda Margaret VanPelt, the daughter of Harvey and Mable Wolf, was born January 9, 1924, in Nebraska. Her childhood years were spent in Hartington, NE, where she attended school and graduated from Hartington High School. After school, she worked as a sales clerk.

 On December 2, 1945, Matilda was united in marriage to Clifford VanPelt at Coleridge, NE. They were...

Phyllis A. Miller

Phyllis A. Miller

Jul 1, 2021

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PHYLLIS A. MILLER , 97, of Council Bluffs, Iowa, formerly of Cherokee, Iowa, passed away Thursday, July 1, 2021 at the Primrose Retirement Community in Council Bluffs.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, July 8, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Paul's United Methodist...

Belle W. Schleef

Belle W. Schleef

Jun 28, 2021

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On June 28, 2021, Belle W. Schleef, 96, following a severe stroke, returned to the farm where she peacefully transitioned from this life to a life of eternity with our heavenly Father.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, July 7, 2021 at 10 a.m. at...

Charles August Bierman

Charles August Bierman

Jun 28, 2021

 

Charles August Bierman, the son of Francis and Florence (Berglund) Bierman, was born September 23, 1963, in Le Mars, IA. He was one of five children. Chuck was baptized and confirmed at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Cherokee, IA, and graduated from Marcus High School. Chuck was also a graduate of Iowa State University, Ames, IA.

 Chuck worked as a...