All Obituaries

Evelyn Lucille (Newman) Riggs, 102, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at the Westview Care Center, Indianola, Iowa. Evelyn was born on December 22, 1921, near Knoxville, Iowa, to Delmar and Gertrude (Coffman) Newman. She graduated High School in 1939. On June 8, 1940, Evelyn was united in marriage to Alvin Lloyd Riggs. To this union, two sons were born, Gary A. (Barbara) Riggs of Akeley, Minnesota and Wayne A. (Barbara) Riggs of Indianola, Iowa. Alvin and Evelyn lived in...

Deloris “Dee” (Barton) Smith, age 89 of Millerton, Iowa passed away peacefully at the Southern Hills Specialty Care Center in Osceola, Iowa on Friday, April 26, 2024.  Dee was born on August 7, 1934, in Millerton, Iowa, the daughter of Ernest and Eva (Adams) Barton.  She was raised in the Millerton area and attended the local schools.  During her retirement years she enjoyed spending time at her Florida home returning for gardening season back in Iowa.  She...

Brandt E. Yocom Aug. 14, 1952 - April 15, 2024 Brandt Edward Yocom was born August 14, 1952, to Curt Sr. and Shirlie Yocom at Yocom Hospital in Chariton, Iowa, where he was delivered by his beloved grandparents, Dr. Albert L. and Jennie Curtis Yocom. He passed away on April 15, 2024, surrounded by his family, at the age of 71. Brandt grew up spending time–and causing trouble–in his grandparents’ hospital and his parents’ two restaurants: one in Iowa City and the...

James Henry Paxton age 88 years old of Humeston, IA, passed away on April 14, 2024, at Methodist Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa with his family by his side. James was born on January 28, 1936 to Rev. Clayton and Holly (McCreery) Paxton in Ollie, IA. He grew up and attended school with his three siblings, Dean, Frances and Arloene. On March 24, 1956, James married the love of his life, Evalene Koons at the Norwood Evangelical Brethren Church. To this union three sons were born, James David,...

Terry McGee was born to Thomas and Mildred McGee in Chariton, Iowa, and passed away February 2024 after a short stay at Northfield hospital in Minnesota. He graduated from Chariton High School in 1960 where he excelled in athletics and was invited to compete in the Iowa State High School Track and Wrestling state tournaments.  He subsequently joined the Air Force and received an Honorable Discharge in 1964.  Sometime later, he attended Scott Community College in Bettendorf,...

Joan Marie (Parson) Cain age 84, passed away on March 25th, 2024 at Lucas County Health Center in Chariton, Iowa. Joan was born on March 1, 1940 in Camden, Michigan to Victor and Marie (Bowles) Parson. She and her family later moved to Williamson, Iowa.  Joan graduated from Chariton High School.  After graduation she was united in marriage to James Polo to that union came their four children, Cindy, Kelly, Wrandy and Dave.  On September 19th, 1992, she married the love of her...

Michael Lee Wessel (63) was born in 1961 to Roger and Barbara Wessel. Michael attended high school at Tech, graduating in 1980. He then joined United States Army 3655 Maintenance from 1981-1982 in Maryland. Then transferred to Iowa National Guard 1982-1984. Mike spent his career at the United States Postal Service., retiring after (35) years. Mike enjoyed living on his farm with Roxy. He loved hunting, fishing, shooting with his brothers, nephews, friends. Mike always had a dream he wanted...

William “Will” Joseph Glick of Derby, Iowa, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, March 22nd, 2024, at 17 years old. William was born on March 9th, 2007 to Terra Forshier in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Will was named and raised by Timothy and Pepper Glick of Derby, Iowa. William was full of life, light, and love, and could always put a smile on anyone’s face. William loved his family and friends fiercely, and enjoyed spending time with them whenever he had the chance. Whenever...

David Roy Barber November 21, 1943 – March 18, 2024 David Roy Barber of Chariton died on March 18, 2024. We rejoice that his body is well and strong again, and he has reunited with his much-missed daughter, parents and other loved ones in heaven. David was born on November 21, 1943, in Vancouver, Washington, to Roy and Nina (Taylor) Barber, the youngest of their three kids. When David was a toddler, the family returned home to Iowa – first to Des Moines, then to a farm near...