Jay Donald

Fladung

Jay Donald Fladung, age 68, of Washington, Iowa, passed away at his home on Monday, October 19, 2026.

Graveside services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at St. Mary’s Holy Trinity Cemetery in Keota, Iowa, with Fr. Charles Fladung officiating. Memorials have been established for St. James Parish in Washington. The Jones & Eden Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be sent for Jay’s family at www.jonesfh.com.

Jay was born on February 20, 1958, in Washington, Iowa, the son of David Joseph and Mary Catherine (Knotek) Fladung. He attended school in Washington and graduated from Washington High School in 1976.

Jay farmed all of his life and enjoyed any and all things related to farming. He was very loyal to International Harvester equipment. Jay was awarded “Pig Catcher of the Year” award by Dr. Terry Palmer, an award Jay was very proud of. He was an avid Iowa Hawkeye fan and enjoyed visiting with family and neighbors. When saying his goodbyes, Jay was known for wishing people “Happy Holidays!”

He is survived by his brother, Fr. Charles Fladung of Solon, Iowa; brother Kerry (Nanette) Fladung of Sioux City, Iowa; brother, Alan (Ranee) Fladung of Washington, Iowa; five nieces and nephews: Royce, Roger (Micah), Logan (Rada), Amelia and David Fladung; as well as four great nieces and nephews: Brier, Jaxson, Delaney and Norah.

Jay was preceded in death by his parents.