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Charles “Chuck” Gene Barnish Jr., 51, of Mason City, remembered for his humor, creativity and big heart
MASON CITY — Charles “Chuck” Gene Barnish Jr., 51, of Mason City, died September 7, 2026, at MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center.
Per Chuck’s wishes, cremation has taken place.
Judy Kaye Newman, 69, of Mason City, remembered for her caring heart, honesty and love of good food
MASON CITY — Judy Kaye Newman, 69, passed away Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at her home in Mason City.
Following Judy’s wishes, cremation has taken place and no services will be held.
Patricia Mary Hoadley, 92, of Clear Lake, remembered for compassion, family and an adventurous spirit
CLEAR LAKE — Patricia Mary Hoadley, 92, of Clear Lake, died peacefully surrounded by her family Monday, September 7, 2026, at MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center in Mason City.
A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, October 16, at Ward-Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, 310 First Avenue North in Clear Lake, with Deacon Matt Berry officiating. Visitation will be held one hour before the service, beginning at 9:00 a.m.
Inurnment will take place at Memorial Park Cemetery in Mason City.
Todd R. McMurray, 60, Mason City, remembered for devotion to family, love of the outdoors
MASON CITY — Todd Raymond McMurray, 60, of Mason City, is remembered as a devoted husband, father and grandfather who enjoyed fishing, camping, grilling, old cars and time spent with the people he loved.
Per Todd’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Memorials may be directed to his family.
Todd died Monday, Sept. 7, 2026, at MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family.
Michael “Mike” L. Anderson, 61, of Estherville remembered for racing, hard work and the family farm
ESTHERVILLE — Michael “Mike” L. Anderson, 61, of Estherville, died Monday, September 7, 2026, following a courageous battle with cancer.
In accordance with Mike’s wishes, cremation has taken place and no services are scheduled at this time.
James “Jim” Lee Miller, 88, Osage, remembered for craftsmanship, outdoors and devotion to family
OSAGE — James Lee “Jim” Miller, 88, of Osage, passed away peacefully Friday evening, September 4, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, September 14, at First Grace Lutheran Church, 726 State Street in Osage. Hoff Celebrations – Champion Chapel of Osage is assisting the family with arrangements.
Brian Wesley Stogdill, 64, Clear Lake, remembered as a caregiver who treated many like family
CLEAR LAKE — Brian Wesley Stogdill, 64, of Clear Lake, passed away Friday, September 4, 2026, at 9th Street Chautauqua in Charles City following a lengthy battle with renal failure.
A remembrance gathering honoring Brian’s life will be held at a future date, with arrangements and additional details to be announced.
Bertha “Bert” Holland, 87, Charles City, remembered for travel, community service and a love of dancing
CHARLES CITY — Bertha “Bert” Holland, 87, of Charles City, is remembered for her adventurous spirit, decades of community involvement and the warm smile she shared with friends wherever she went.
A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 11, 2026, at Hauser Weishaar Funeral Home, 1205 South Main St. in Charles City. Burial will follow at Riverside Cemetery.
Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 9:30 a.m. until the service begins Friday.
Bert died peacefully at her Charles City home Sunday, Sept. 6, 2026.
Diane Ruth Manwarren, 70, of Emmetsburg, remembered for devotion to family and life’s simple joys
EMMETSBURG — Diane Ruth Manwarren, 70, of Emmetsburg, died peacefully Saturday, September 5, 2026, at her home surrounded by family.
A come-and-go visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, September 11, at Geelan Funeral Home, 403 11th St. SE, Spencer. A private family interment will be held later at St. John’s Catholic Cemetery in Emmetsburg.
Billy “Bill” Delose Huntley, 74, of rural Dolliver, remembered for a life rooted in family and farming
DOLLIVER — Billy “Bill” Delose Huntley, 74, of rural Dolliver, died Saturday, September 5, 2026, at his home.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 9, at Henry-Olson Funeral Chapel, 401 N. Seventh St., Estherville. Burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery in Estherville. Visitation was held Tuesday evening at the funeral home.
Donald Erickson, 87, Forest City, remembered by family and community
FOREST CITY — Donald Erickson, 87, of Forest City, passed away Friday, September 4, 2026.
A visitation will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, September 12, at Schott Funeral Home, 505 North Clark Street in Forest City.
A celebration of Donald’s life will follow at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home.
Nancy Elizabeth Bailey, 83, Mason City, remembered for creativity, music and opening her heart to many
MASON CITY — Nancy Elizabeth Bailey, 83, of Mason City, passed away Friday, September 4, 2026, at her home while under the care of St. Croix Hospice.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, September 12, at Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 3rd Street NE in Mason City, with Chaplain Jani Dahlin officiating. Nancy’s family will greet relatives and friends beginning at noon and continuing until the service.
Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery in Mason City.
Robert “Rob” Myers, 86, of Cresco, remembered for lifetime devoted to education, faith and service
CRESCO — Robert “Rob” Myers, 86, of Cresco, died Friday, September 4, 2026, at Regional Health Services of Howard County.
Memorial service arrangements are pending. His final resting place will be Oak Lawn Cemetery in Cresco. Memorials may be directed to First Lutheran Church or the Howard County Cancer Association.
Carroll Lee Monsen, 92, of Estherville, remembered for military service, craftsmanship and love of the outdoors
ESTHERVILLE — Carroll Lee Monsen, 92, of Estherville, died Friday, September 4, 2026, at Ruthven Care Center.
Funeral services will be held at 4 p.m. Wednesday, September 9, at Henry-Olson Funeral Chapel, 401 N. Seventh St., Estherville. Visitation will be held from 3 p.m. until the time of the service at the funeral home.
Donald “Don” Walker, 70, Nora Springs, remembered for hard work, helping neighbors and love of family
NORA SPRINGS — Donald “Don” Dean Walker, 70, of Nora Springs, died Friday, September 4, 2026, at MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center in Mason City surrounded by his family.
A Celebration of Life will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. Saturday, September 12, at the Rock Falls Community Center, 3 S. Nottingham St. in Rock Falls. Don will be laid to rest at Rock Grove Cemetery in rural Nora Springs.
Patricia “Pat” DeeAnn Ulrich, 81, Mason City, remembered for caring heart, quiet strength and devotion to family
MASON CITY — Patricia “Pat” DeeAnn Ulrich, 81, of Mason City, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, September 3, 2026.
Visitation will be held from noon until 1 p.m. Thursday, September 10, at Hogan Bremer Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 3rd St. NE in Mason City. A funeral service will follow at 1 p.m. at the funeral home, with Chaplain Jani Dahlin officiating.
Pat will be laid to rest at Memorial Park Cemetery in Mason City.
Daniel A. Van Note, 74, Garner, remembered for his North Iowa roots and years at Winnebago Industries
GARNER — Daniel A. Van Note, 74, of Garner, passed away Saturday, August 29, 2026, at MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center.
In accordance with Dan’s wishes, cremation will take place. No visitation or funeral services are planned.
Holly Jo Kruse, 44, of Stacyville, remembered for devotion to family and love of adventure
STACYVILLE — Holly Jo Kruse, 44, of Stacyville, died Thursday, September 3, 2026, at her home.
Burial will take place at 11 a.m. Saturday, September 12, at Osage Cemetery. A celebration of Holly’s life will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, September 13, at The Old County Seat in Mitchell.
Marilyn J. Davison, 100, formerly of Mason City, remembered for faith, family and a century of kindness
BOONE — Marilyn J. Davison, 100, a longtime Mason City resident, died peacefully September 3, 2026, at West Haven in Boone, surrounded by family sharing memories, laughter, hugs and music.
A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, October 19, at First United Methodist Church, 119 S. Georgia Avenue in Mason City, with Pastor Jon Montgomery officiating. Visitation will be held at the church for one hour before the service, beginning at 9:00 a.m.
Inurnment will take place at 1:30 p.m. at Eldora City Cemetery in Eldora.
Eugene “Gene” Scott Thorne, 64, Cresco, remembered for service to country and devotion to family
CRESCO — Eugene “Gene” Scott Thorne, 64, of Cresco, died peacefully September 2, 2026, at The Highlands in Decorah surrounded by loved ones.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 9, at First Congregational Church, 130 3rd Ave. E. in Cresco, with Pastor Tim Sir officiating.