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James Bernard "Jim" Franckowiak

James Bernard "Jim" Franckowiak

Oct 3, 2025

James Bernard "Jim" Franckowiak, age 64, of Brighton, Iowa, passed away on Friday, October 3, 2025, at Lake Darling State Park. Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at Lake Darling Lodge. Interment will follow at Grace Hill Cemetery. Calling hours will begin at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at the Jones...

George Edward "Ed" Chalupa

George Edward "Ed" Chalupa

Oct 2, 2025

George Edward "Ed" Chalupa, age 87, of Washington, Iowa, passed away Thursday, October 2, 2025, at his residence surrounded by family. Memorial services will be held 10:30 a.m. Thursday, October 9, 2025, at the Jones & Eden Funeral Home with Pastor Darren Brown officiating. Calling hours will begin 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at the Jones & Eden Funeral...

Donald L. "Donnie" Gugel

Donald L. "Donnie" Gugel

Sep 30, 2025

Donald L. "Donnie" Gugel, age 75, of Washington, Iowa, died peacefully at his home on September 30, 2025, surrounded by love. The family will be present to receive friends from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. on Friday October 10, 2025 at the Jones & Eden Funeral Home. All guests attending visitation are encouraged to wear casual attire. Private family interment will...

Zola Winter Cerka

Zola Winter Cerka

Sep 24, 2025

Zola Winter Cerka, age 86, of Crawfordsville, Iowa, formerly of Iowa City, Iowa, passed away Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at the United Presbyterian Home in Washington. Memorial services will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 4, 2025, at the United Church of Crawfordsville with Pastor Jason Collier officiating. The family will be present to receive friends from 10:00 a.m. until...

Betty "Pauline" Richardson

Betty "Pauline" Richardson

Sep 22, 2025

Betty "Pauline" Richardson, 89, of Altoona, Iowa formerly of Crawfordsville, Iowa passed away on September 22, 2025 at her daughter's residence under hospice care. She was born on September 13, 1936 , in Columbus Junction, Iowa, to Dewey and Verda (Metzger) Jones. A graduate of Wyman High School in 1954, Pauline earned her Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) degree from the...

Betty L. Stewart

Betty L. Stewart

Sep 22, 2025

Betty L. Stewart, age 94, of Riverside, Iowa, passed away on Monday, September 22, 2025, at Washington County Hospital surrounded by her children. A graveside services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at Elm Grove Cemetery, with Pastor Tim Johnson officiating. The family will be present to receive friends from 1:00 until 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday...

Neal Gerard Megchelsen

Neal Gerard Megchelsen

Sep 20, 2025

Neal Gerard Megchelsen, age 65, of Ainsworth, Iowa, passed away Saturday, September 20, 2025, following a short illness. Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at the Ainsworth Community Church with Pastor Jason Collier officiating. Calling hours will begin 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 23rd at the Ainsworth Community Church where the family will be present to...

Jodi Kay Reed

Jodi Kay Reed

Sep 16, 2025

Jodi Kay Reed, age 50, of Washington, Iowa, passed away on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at the University of Iowa Hospital following a 16-month battle with cancer. A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, September 22, 2025, at St. James Catholic Church, with Father Dane Dickinson officiating. The family will be present to receive friends from...

James Walter Reed

James Walter Reed

Sep 16, 2025

James Walter "Jim" Reed, age 89, of Washington, Iowa, formerly of Keota, Iowa, passed away on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at his residence. A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, September 19, 2025, at the Jones & Eden Funeral Home, with Chaplain Andrew Zuehlke officiating. Interment will follow at Keota Cemetery. Visitation be held from 5:00...

Julia A. Mason

Julia A. Mason

Sep 16, 2025

Julia A. Mason, age 50, of Washington, Iowa, passed away Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at the University of Iowa Hospital following a lengthy illness. Celebration of life services will be held at a later date. The Jones & Eden Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be sent for Julia's family at www.jonesfh.com . Julia was...

Mary J. Mccall

Mary J. Mccall

Sep 6, 2025

Mary J. McCall, age 95, of Washington, Iowa, passed away on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at the United Presbyterian Home. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at the United Presbyterian Church with Chaplain Andrew Zuehlke officiating. The family will be present to receive friends from 1:00 until 2:00 p.m. on Saturday. Interment will...

Sarah Lucille "Sally" Farrier

Sarah Lucille "Sally" Farrier

Aug 28, 2025

Sarah Lucille "Sally" Farrier, age 72, of Washington, Iowa, passed away on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at the United Presbyterian Home under hospice care. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at the Jones & Eden Funeral Home, with Chaplain Andrew Zuehlke officiating. Visitation will begin at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 2, 2025,...

Dan Macenski

Dan Macenski

Aug 26, 2025

Dan Macenski, age 83, of Washington, Iowa, passed away on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at his residence. A memorial service will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at the United Methodist Church, with Pastor Alyssa Nantt officiating. Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at the Jones & Eden...

Thresa Marie Kuntz

Thresa Marie Kuntz

Aug 24, 2025

Thresa Marie Kuntz, age 53, of Washington, Iowa, passed away on Sunday, August 24, 2025, at the University of Iowa Hospital, following a courageous six-month battle with cancer. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, August 29, 2025, at the Jones & Eden Funeral Home, with Pastor Darryl Carr officiating. Interment will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery....

Ronald Raymond Newlon

Ronald Raymond Newlon

Aug 18, 2025

Ronald Raymond Newlon, age 82, of Washington, Iowa, passed away on Monday, August 18, 2025, at the University of Iowa Hospital following a lengthy illness. Private family services will be held at a later date, with interment taking place at Elm Grove Cemetery. Memorials have been established for St. Jude Children's Hospital and the United Presbyterian Home. The Jones &...

Robin Ann (Butterbaugh) Lloyd

Robin Ann (Butterbaugh) Lloyd

Aug 17, 2025

Robin Ann (Butterbaugh) Lloyd, age 57, of Montezuma, Iowa, formerly of Washington, Iowa, passed away Sunday, August 17, 2025, at her residence under hospice care. Celebration of life services will be held at a later date. A general memorial has been established. The Jones & Eden Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be sent for...

Janelle Diane Green

Janelle Diane Green

Aug 14, 2025

Our beloved mother, Janelle Diane Green, age 77, of Urbandale, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 14, 2025, at her residence. Janelle was born on January 29, 1948, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, the daughter of George and Leotha Brousard. On November 3, 1968, Janelle married Larry Green in Cedar Falls, where she and Larry met and attended school at...

Beverley Ann Kephart

Beverley Ann Kephart

Aug 12, 2025

Beverley Ann Kephart, age 98, of Sigourney, Iowa, formerly of Washington, Iowa, passed away Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at the Manor House Care Center in Sigourney, Iowa. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at the Jones & Eden Funeral Home with Rev. Rick Zickefoose officiating. Calling hours will begin at 9:00 a.m. on...

Shirley Anne Karr

Shirley Anne Karr

Aug 12, 2025

Shirley Anne Karr, age 73, of Washington, Iowa, passed away on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at her residence. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at the Jones & Eden Funeral Home, with Chaplain Andrew Zuehlke officiating. Visitation will begin at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, August 15, 2025, at the Jones & Eden Funeral...

Shirley Elaine Garrett

Shirley Elaine Garrett

Aug 8, 2025

Shirley Elaine Garrett, age 92, of Washington, Iowa, passed away on Friday, August 8, 2025, at the Garrett Wellness Center of the United Presbyterian Home. A memorial service will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, October 10, 2025, at the Jones & Eden Funeral Home, with Chaplain Andrew Zuehlke officiating. The family will be present to receive friends prior...

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