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Naomi Carmelita "Noni" Henry
Aug 10, 2026
Naomi Carmelita “Noni” Henry, age 76, of Keota, Iowa, passed away on Monday, August 10, 2026, at Halcyon House in Washington, Iowa, with her loving husband Larry at her side after a long battle with cancer.
A memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses at 115 Westview Drive,...
Jane (Adams) Vetter
Jul 30, 2026
Jane (Adams) Vetter, age 97, of Washington, Iowa, passed away on Thursday, July 30, 2026, at the United Presbyterian Home in Washington.
Mass of the Resurrection will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, August 3, 2026, at St. James Catholic Church, with Fr. Dennis Martin officiating. The family will receive friends from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. on Monday at the...
Jean Morrison Macenski
Jul 26, 2026
Jean Morrison Macenski, age 78, of Washington, Iowa, passed away on Sunday, July 26, 2026, at the University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at the United Methodist Church, with Pastor Alyssa Nantt officiating. Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, July 31, 2026,...
Gene H. Wallerich
Jul 25, 2026
Gene H. Wallerich, age 88 of Washington, Iowa, passed away Saturday, July 25, 2026, at the Halcyon House in Washington.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, July 30, 2026, at the Faith Baptist Church in Washington with services conducted by Jim Stout. Calling hours will begin at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 29th, at the Jones & Eden Funeral...
Gary Murphy
Jul 24, 2026
Gary Murphy, a beloved long-time educator, dedicated volunteer, and occasional clown from Washington, Iowa, has pitched his final circus tent at the age of 90. Known for his infectious humor, endless costumes, and big heart, Gary spent his life proving that laughter truly is the best medicine.
Gary’s story began in Washington County, born and raised locally before moving in 1948...
Melvin Richard "Dickie" Miller
Jul 23, 2026
Melvin Richard “Dickie” Miller, age 60, of Wellman, Iowa, died on Thursday, July 23, 2026, at Washington County Hospital following a sudden illness.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at the Washington Mennonite Church, with Pastor Nick Stoddard officiating. Interment will follow at Bethel Cemetery in rural Harper, Iowa. Visitation will take place...
Robert "Bob" E. Adrian
Jul 14, 2026
Robert "Bob" Elwood Adrian, age 71, of Brighton, Iowa, died on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, while farming in rural Brighton.
The son of Leonard and Gertrude Nash Adrian, Bob was born on October 25, 1954, in Washington, Iowa. Bob grew up in Keota and later moved to rural Washington. He graduated from Washington High School in 1972. He began farming alongside...
Arbadella Ann "Arbie" Reed
Jul 13, 2026
Arbadella Ann “Arbie” Reed, age 89, of Washington, Iowa, passed away on Monday, July 13, 2026, at Halcyon House following a lengthy illness.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at Assembly of God Church in Washington, with Pastor Dave Watson officiating. Interment will follow at Keota Cemetery. Calling hours will begin at 3:00 p.m....
Sylvia Ann Longer
Jul 12, 2026
Sylvia Ann Longer, age 75, of Washington, Iowa, died on Sunday, July 12, 2026, at Harvest Acres Nursing Home in Keota.
No services will be held at this time. The Jones & Eden Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be sent for Sylvia’s family at www.jonesfh.com.
Sylvia was born on September 30, 1950, in Washington, Iowa, the...
Juanita Jean Dunbar
Jul 8, 2026
Juanita Jean Dunbar, age 97, of Washington, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at Halcyon House.
Jean, to us, “Neats” to her classmates, was born on May 8, 1929 in Brighton, Iowa, the daughter of Earnest and Bessie (Neff) Zickefoose. She graduated as valedictorian in 1947 from Brighton High School. She was united in marriage to James E. Dunbar...
Beatrice Virginia Gardner
Jul 5, 2026
Beatrice Virginia Gardner, age 94, of Washington, Iowa, passed away on Sunday, July 5, 2026, at Halcyon House.
Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, July 17, 2026, at Grace Hill Cemetery, with Chaplain Brad Moore officiating. Memorials have been established for Halcyon House and Hospice Compassus. Online condolences may be sent for Bea’s family at www.jonesfh.com.
Beatrice was...
Karma Sue Hanson
Jul 4, 2026
Karma Sue Hanson, age 76, of Washington, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 4, 2026, in Washington, Iowa, surrounded by her family.
Celebration of life services will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday, July 10, 2026 at the First Baptist Church in Washington, Iowa, with Pastor Darryl Carr officiating. The family will be present to receive friends from 9:30 until 11:00...
Patricia Anetta Dusenbery
Jul 4, 2026
Patricia A. “Pat” Dusenbery, age 101, passed away on Saturday, July 4, 2026, at the United Presbyterian Home.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at the Jones & Eden Funeral Home with Chaplain Andrew Zuehlke officiating. The family will be present to receive friends from 9:30 until 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Jones & Eden...
Craig W. Davey
Jun 28, 2026
Craig William Davey, age 71, of Crawfordsville, Iowa, died on Sunday, June 28, 2026, at the University of Iowa Hospital.
A private family graveside service will be held on Thursday, July 2, 2026, at Crawfordsville Cemetery with Pastor Jason Collier officiating. Visitation will be held from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at the Jones & Eden Funeral...
Lynn J. Shelton
Jun 21, 2026
Lynn J. Shelton passed away peacefully on June 21, 2026. Lynn grew up in the Webster City area of Iowa. Lynn knew for many years that he wanted to serve his Country. He went into the United States Marine Corps at the age of 17. He served during the Cuban Missile Crisis as well as two tours in Vietnam before...
Charles E. "Chuck" Perrin
Jun 21, 2026
Charles E. “Chuck” Perrin, age 63, of Washington, Iowa, died on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at Harvest Acres Nursing Home in Keota following a short illness.
A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at the Jones & Eden Funeral Home, with Rev. Rick Zickefoose officiating. Visitation will take place from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m....
Billy Joe "Bill" Bohannan
Jun 11, 2026
Billy Joe “Billy” Bohannan, age 95, of Washington, Iowa, passed away on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at the United Presbyterian Home.
A private family graveside service will be held Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at the Elm Grove Cemetery with Chaplain Andrew Zuehlke officiating. A general memorial has been established. The Jones & Eden Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements....
Loretta Jean Netherland
Jun 10, 2026
Loretta Jean Netherland, age 87, of Washington, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at her residence.
A private graveside service with military honors will take place at the Ottumwa Cemetery in Ottumwa, Iowa. A general memorial has been established. The Jones & Eden Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be sent for Loretta’s...
David LeRoy Roth
Jun 8, 2026
David LeRoy Roth, age 87, passed away on June 8, 2026, at Halcyon House in Washington, Iowa.
David was born at home in Henry County on October 2, 1938, the son of Levi and Mayme (Wyse) Roth. He attended Flowers Country School and graduated from Wayland High School in 1957. Following high school, he continued his education and graduated from the...
Joe D. Stufflebeam
Jun 6, 2026
Joe D. Stufflebeam, age 74, of Brighton, Iowa, passed away on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at Pleasantview Home in Kalona, Iowa, following a one-year battle with pancreatic cancer.
A time to celebrate Joe’s life will be held from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 1, 2026, at the Lake Darling Lodge. Memorials have been established for the Iowa Department of...
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