Obituaries

Angel Denise Johnson

Angel Denise Johnson

Jul 7, 2025

Angel Denise Johnson, 51 of Washington, died Monday, July 7, 2025, at the Washington Co. Hospital.

Her body has been cremated, and a Celebration of her life will be at a later date. The Beatty-Peterseim Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements.

Angel was born April 11, 1974, in Ft. Madison, IA, the daughter of Jackson Conrad and Anne (Goeke) Polhans. She was...

Pauline Mae Woodring

Pauline Mae Woodring

Jul 6, 2025

Pauline M. (Noble) Woodring, 90, of Kalona, formerly of Corydon, Iowa, passed from this life on Sunday, July 6, 2025, at her home in Kalona. A graveside service will be held on Monday, July 14, 2025, at 2:00 PM at the Wapello Cemetery. Visitation will be held Sunday, July 13, 2025, from 3 – 5 PM at the Peterseim Funeral...

Charles Kurt Lebsack

Charles Kurt Lebsack

Jul 6, 2025

Charles Kurt Lebsack, 63 of Washington, died Sunday, July 6, 2025, at his home in Washington.

His body has been cremated, and per his wishes, no services are planned. The Beatty-Peterseim Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements. A general memorial has been established in his name.

Kurt was born April 13, 1962, in Loveland, CO, the son of Charles D. and Karen...

Larry Wayne Williams

Larry Wayne Williams

Jul 1, 2025

Larry Wayne Williams, 80, of Port Isabel, TX, formerly of Crawfordsville, died Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at his home after a courageous battle with cancer.

Services are pending.

Larry was born on September 19, 1944, in Crawfordsville, Iowa, the son of Russell L. and Opal (McGuire) Williams. He graduated from high school and served in the National Guard. Larry spent many years...

Donna Marie Koehler

Donna Marie Koehler

Jun 30, 2025



Donna M. Koehler, 98, a resident of Washington, Iowa for most of her life, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, June 30, in Chaska, Minnesota. She had recently moved there to be closer to her family.

Donna Marie Sellers, the daughter of Juanita Marie Larkin Sellers and Jay Edward Sellers, was born on June 24, 1927 (her mother’s birthday!) on her parents’...

Ivan Vallejo, Jr.

Ivan Vallejo, Jr.

Jun 22, 2025

Ivan Vallejo, Jr., 65, of Kalona, passed away Sunday, June 22, 2025, at Aspire of Washington. He has been cremated, and no services are planned.

Ivan Vallejo was born August 3, 1959, in New York City, NY, the son of Ivan Vallejo Molina and Carmen Ramos. On November 5, 1977, he was united in marriage to Deborah in New York City....

Max Weldon Stransky

Max Weldon Stransky

Jun 20, 2025

Max W. Stransky, 80, passed away on Friday, June 20,2025, at Mercy Medical Center in Cedar Rapids. He has been cremated and a celebration of his life will be held at a later date. A memorial fund has been established for the Tunnel To Towers Foundation (https://t2t.org/)

Max Weldon Stransky was born December 27, 1944, in Iowa City, Iowa, the son...

Bradley Knepp

Bradley Knepp

Jun 12, 2025

Bradley Knepp passed away on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at the Willard Walker Hospice House in Fayetteville, Arkansas. His funeral will be held on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. at Peterseim Funeral Home in Kalona, with Pastor Conrad Hertzler officiating. The service will be available via Livestream at the Beatty Peterseim Facebook and YouTube pages. Burial will follow...

Lillian Elizabeth Embree

Lillian Elizabeth Embree

Jun 7, 2025



Lillian (Holderness) Embree, 83, of Apache Jct, AZ (formerly of Oxford, IA), passed away from this life on June 7, 2025. A celebration of her life will be held on Sunday, July 13, 2025, from 2:30 – 5:00 PM at 609 Hollywood Blvd (VFW 3949) in Iowa City.

Lillian Elizabeth Embree was born February 10, 1942, to Virgil E. Holderness, Sr.,...

Edith Mae Stransky

Edith Mae Stransky

Jun 2, 2025

Edith M. Stransky, 93, of Wayland, formerly of Kalona, passed away Monday, June 2, 2025, at Parkview Home in Wayland. A funeral service will be held Friday, June 6, 2025, at 10:00 AM at the Peterseim Funeral Home in Kalona with Reverend Gerry Kahler officiating. Burial will follow at the Sharon Hill Cemetery in Kalona. The family will greet friends...

James "Jim" Rae Wood

James "Jim" Rae Wood

May 22, 2025

James R. Wood, 91, of Washington, formerly of Iowa City, passed away on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at his home in Washington. A memorial service will be held Saturday, June 7, 2025, at 11:00 AM, at St. Mark’s United Methodist Church in Iowa City, with Pastor Alberta Erwin officiating. The service will be available via Livestream at the Beatty Peterseim...

David Allen Knerr

David Allen Knerr

May 20, 2025



David Allen Knerr, 67 of Washington, died Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at his home in Washington.

There will be a gathering to share stories and memories of David from 2:00 to 6:00 PM on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at the pavilion next to the rocket slide at Sunset Park in Washington. 

David was born May 10, 1958, in Iowa City, Iowa, the...

Douglas Craig Cue

Douglas Craig Cue

May 18, 2025

The family is being assisted by the Wallace Family Funeral Home and Crematory. Please see their website for more information.

https://www.wallacefamilyfuneralhome.com/obituary/Douglas-Cue

Dorothy "Dottie" Fern Yutzy

Dorothy "Dottie" Fern Yutzy

May 16, 2025

Dorothy (Dottie) Fern Yutzy, 80, of Coralville, passed away Friday, May 16, 2025, at Lantern Park Care Facility. Her body has been cremated, and a private family celebration of life is planned. The Beatty Peterseim Funeral Home is assisting the family.

Dorothy Yutzy was born November 20, 1944, in Rapid City, SD, the daughter of Roman and Frances (Gerig) Yutzy. She...

Jo Ann Stout

Jo Ann Stout

May 16, 2025

Jo Ann Stout, 90 of Washington, died Friday, May 16, 2025, at the Parkview Home in Wayland.

A memorial service will be 10:00 AM, Saturday, May 24, 2025, at the Washington Mennonite Church with Amanda Bleichty officiating. Burial will be later at the Sandy Hook Cemetery. Family visitation will be from 5-7:00 PM, Friday, May 23, 2025, at the Washington Mennonite...

Marjorie Theresa (Thomann) Hora

Marjorie Theresa (Thomann) Hora

May 12, 2025



Marjorie T. Hora, 98, of Riverside, passed away Monday, May 12, 2025, at her home. A Funeral Mass will be held Monday, May 19, 2025, at 10:30 AM at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Riverside with Father Bill Roush officiating. The burial will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Riverside. Visitation will be held Sunday, May 18, 2025, from 3:30...

Gary "Gator" Lynn Yoder

Gary "Gator" Lynn Yoder

May 4, 2025

Gary L. “Gator” Yoder, 70, of Riverside, passed from this life at his home on Sunday, May 4, 2025, following a sudden illness. He had been cremated, a Celebration of Life will be June 7th at 11:00 AM on the Highland High School’s Softball Field. Meal provided. Please bring a story to share. A memorial fund will be established for...

Edwin C Leichty

Edwin C Leichty

Apr 27, 2025

Edwin Clifford Leichty of Wayland, IA, entered the presence of his Savior on April 27, 2025. He was born on February 21, 1926, on the family farm in Noble, IA, to Henry Edward and Leona Rachel (Miller) Leichty. On November 5, 1950, he was united in marriage to Jean Frances (Scarff) at Bethel Mennonite Church in Wayland, IA. Together they...

Clyde Allen Jorgensen

Clyde Allen Jorgensen

Apr 27, 2025

Clyde A. Jorgensen, 77, of Marshalltown, died Sunday, April 27, 2025, at the Iowa Veteran’s Home in Marshalltown. A funeral service will be held Friday, May 2, 2025, at 11:00 AM at the Peterseim Funeral Home in Kalona with Pastor Ron Breese officiating. The service will be available via Livestream at the Beatty Peterseim Facebook and YouTube Pages. Burial will...

Philip Guy

Philip Guy

Apr 26, 2025

Philip G. “Phil” Guy, 67, of Brighton passed away Saturday, April 26, 2025, at his home. A funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at 11:00 AM at St. James Catholic Church in Washington. The mass will be available via Livestream at the Beatty Peterseim Facebook and YouTube pages. Visitation will be held Tuesday, April 29, 2025,...