Judy Dunn, 72, of Wheatland, Iowa, passed away suddenly, Friday, May 13, 2022, in her home. Judy was born October 4, 1949, in Washing State, to Joseph and Lura “Charlette” (Day) Jones. Judy moved to the Quad Cities in 1978, where she met the love of her life, Michael Dunn. They married in 1981. The couple raised their family in Wheatland, Iowa. Judy worked as a waitress at the 76 Truck Stop, as a CNA at Wheatland Manor, and later provided in-home daycare for many years. Judy...

Alfred Casad, 82, of DeWitt, Iowa, passed away peacefully Friday, April 22, 2022, surrounded by children and grandchildren, at Clarissa C. Cook Hospice House in Bettendorf. Alfred was born April 2, 1940, to Joseph and Alma (Jackson) Casad in Clinton, Iowa. He graduated from DeWitt High School in 1958. He attended Iowa State University and was a lifelong Cyclone fan. He married Maria Soenksen in 1962, and they had 3 children. Alfred served in the Iowa National Guard and Army Reserve. He...

Sally Holst, 60, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, formerly of Calamus, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 20, 2022. Sally Jane Holst was born October 2, 1961, to Arthur “Jess” and Clara (Kuehl) Holst in DeWitt, Iowa. She was a 1980 graduate Calamus High School. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jess & Clara, as well as her brother, John. In accordance with her wishes, no services will be held. Those wishing to honor Sally’s memory may do so with a...

Julie Ann Wing, 61, of DeWitt, Iowa, passed away Tuesday, April 19, 2022, at Genesis Medical Center East, Davenport, Iowa. Mrs. Wing was born Julie Ann Wagemester on July 30, 1960, in Clinton, Iowa to John, Jr. and JoAnn (Kunde) Wagemester.  She graduated from Camanche High School in 1979 and went on to attend Mt. St. Clare College, earning her Associates in Business Administration. Julie married George "Rick" Wing, Jr. on May 3, 1986, at Sacred Heart Church in...

Margaret McDermott, 97, of DeWitt, Iowa, passed away peacefully, in the comfort of her home, on Easter morning, April 17, 2022. Margaret was born November 7, 1924, to John and Mary (Manikowski) Wisor in Clinton, Iowa. She attended country grade school and graduated from DeWitt High School in 1942. After receiving her teaching certificate from Mount St. Clare College, she taught in country schools in Clinton County. On May 27, 1948, she married Bill McDermott. They resided in the Charlotte...

Jim Costello, 93 of Charlotte, Iowa, peacefully passed into eternal life at home in the care of his children on April 10, 2022. James Joseph Costello was born April 30, 1928, to Valerie Joseph and Ella Theresa (O’Brien) Costello, the oldest of 9 children. He attended the local Petersville school where was taught by nuns.  He began working the family farm at an early age, dairy, hogs, corn, and hay, before entering the army in 1954.  Upon his return to Charlotte, he married...

Paul Rock, 62, of Grand Mound, Iowa, passed away peacefully Friday, April 8, 2022, at home surrounded by his loving family, following a year-long battle with cancer. Paul was born November 14, 1959, to Larry and Marilyn (Green) Rock in DeWitt, Iowa. After graduating from Calamus High School, he began farming on the family farm with his parents. He was also locally famous as a disc jockey with Night Players and Company, playing dances every weekend for 15 years. Paul was united in marriage...

Uvonne “Sis” Youngers, 94, of Calamus, Iowa, passed away peacefully with family by her side, Monday, March 28, 2022, at Wheatland Manor in Wheatland. Uvonne Martha “Sis” Youngers was born August 25, 1927, to Raymond and Agnes (Mueller) Goettsch in Calamus, Iowa. She attended schools in Calamus and DeWitt, and worked for Case Company in Davenport. Sis was united in marriage to Edward C. Youngers, July 24, 1948, at Saint Mark Church in Davenport, Iowa. The couple...

Lynn Barten, 59, formerly of Charlotte, Iowa, passed away Sunday, March 27, 2022, at MercyOne Clinton Medical Center. Lynn was born June 11, 1962, in Maquoketa, Iowa, to Roy and Ruth (Rickertsen) Barten. He attended schools in Welton, DeWitt, and Goose Lake. He was married to Debra Matthiae, with whom he had two children. They later divorced. He was later married to Margaret “Muggs” Eischen for over 20 years, she preceded him in death. Lynn worked many different jobs and was...

John S. Jorgensen, 61, of DeWitt, Iowa, passed away March 22, 2022, in Iowa City. John Scott Jorgensen was born May 17, 1960, in Davenport, Iowa, the son of John and Arlene (Hoff) Jorgensen. He graduated from high school in Spearfish, SD. John worked in the restaurant industry and in landscaping. He was married to Wendy Goodell, with whom he had two sons. They later divorced. John loved all sports and was a standout athlete in high school. John loved his Bronco’s, and was also a...