September 8, 1945 – February 13, 2026
Delores Ann Mindrup, 80, of Mesa, Arizona, and formerly of Clear Lake, Iowa, passed away on Friday, February 13, 2026.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 am Saturday, March 7, 2026 at Zion Lutheran Church, 112 N. 4th Street, Clear Lake, Iowa. She will be laid to rest at Hillside Cemetery in Sheffield, Iowa. Visitation will be held from 4:00pm to 6:00 pm on Friday, March 6, 2026 at Ward-Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, 310 1st Ave. North, Clear Lake, IA 50428 and continue one hour prior to the services at the church.
Delores was born on September 8, 1945, in Mason City, Iowa, the daughter of Lloyd C. and Alma Jennie (Nelson) Jaspersen. She was raised in the Sheffield area and graduated from Sheffield-Chapin High School in 1963. She continued her education at Wartburg College, earning her Bachelor of Science degree in 1966. Later in life, she followed her heart back to school, receiving her Occupational Therapy certification from the College of St. Catherine in December of 1995.
On August 24, 1967, Delores was united in marriage to Richard Mindrup in Sheffield, Iowa. Though their marriage later ended, they were blessed with two children, Laura and Steven, whom Delores loved dearly and remained deeply devoted to throughout her life.
Delores had a true servant’s heart and dedicated much of her professional life to caring for others. She began her career teaching elementary school in several communities before pursuing occupational therapy. She worked at Mercy Medical Center, Wright Medical Center and later Iowa Specialty Hospital, caring for others for over 30 years before her retirement. Her work was more than a profession; it was a calling. She found great purpose in helping others regain strength, independence, and confidence.
Her faith was an important part of her life. She was a longtime member of Zion Lutheran Church in Clear Lake. In 2023, Delores moved to Mesa, Arizona, where she joined Victory Lutheran Church. There she became active in Bible study groups and choir and regularly volunteered her time with local charities. A lifelong learner, she also enjoyed attending classes at Mesa Community College.
Family meant everything to Delores. She kept close track of aunts, uncles, cousins, and their growing families and was a familiar and cherished presence at Jaspersen family reunions. She treasured photographs, keeping albums filled with memories from years past and present gatherings alike.
Delores also had a love for travel and adventure. She visited 37 states and 20 countries, enjoying cruises and trips that introduced her to new places and new friends. She had a gift for striking up conversations and made friends wherever she went. She lovingly scrapbooked her adventures, filling pages with photographs and thoughtful notes that captured the joy of each journey.
Delores is survived by her daughter, Laura (Chris) West of Mesa, Arizona and their children, Tyler (Danielle) Weaver and Quincy (Destiny) Weaver; her son, Steven (Joy) Mindrup of Marion, Iowa and their children Alexa, Fletcher and Ian Mindrup; great-grandchildren, Hayden and Asher Weaver; brother, Kenneth (Irene) Jaspersen of Omaha, Nebraska. She is also lovingly remembered by extended family members and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Lloyd and Alma Jaspersen.
Delores will be remembered for her dedication to her family, her steady work ethic, and her compassionate care for others throughout her life.
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