Creston and Corning, IA Obituaries

Aug 4, 2025

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of our son, Randy John Miller, who passed away on August 4th 2025 at his home at the age of 54.

Randy (RJ) was born November 1, 1970 to Butch Miller and Sherry (Bell) Parrott in Creston Iowa. He graduated from Creston High School in 1989. He worked for Smith construction upon graduation and...

Aug 26, 2025

Aug 13, 2025

James "Jamie" Wynn, born on March 15, 1972, in Corning, Iowa, passed away on August 13, 2025, at his home in Waterloo, Nebraska. He was a cherished father, son, brother, and friend, known for his kind spirit and dedication to his family.

Jamie graduated from Corning High School in the Class of 1990 and went on to build a successful career...

Aug 12, 2025

Norma Brown, 80, a devoted wife, a beloved Mother, an adored grandmother, loving sister, Aunt, cousin and friend, passed away peacefully on August 12, 2025, in Corning Iowa, with her family by her side.

Norma was born in Creston, Iowa to Orma and Della (Hackett) Cooper on November 9, 1944. She was raised and educated in Corning, Iowa, and graduated with...

Aug 10, 2025

Tony Dean Fizer, age 55, of Creston, Iowa, passed away tragically in a motorcycle accident on Sunday, August 10, 2025.

Born on January 9, 1970, in Creston, Iowa, Tony was the beloved son of Roger and Connie (Woodley) Fizer. He grew up in Lorimor and graduated from East Union High School in 1988. Tony spent his career in construction, most recently...

Aug 9, 2025

Linnea Barber, 83 of Creston, Iowa passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 9, 2025 at Greater Regional Medical Center in Creston. A prayer Service will be 10:30 AM, Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at Pearson Family Funeral Service & Cremation Center. Visitation will be 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM, with the family receiving friends starting at 10 AM Tuesday. A private...

Aug 7, 2025

Donna Maxine Scheel, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2025, at the home of her daughter, Deborah McGlaughlin, in Foley, Alabama. Born on November 10, 1937, in Rushville, Missouri, Donna was born to Dalton Frank Jones and Ruth Nell (Alexander) Jones. She was raised and educated in Union County, Iowa, and graduated from...

Aug 5, 2025

Joseph James Hayes, known affectionately as Joe, was born on December 8, 1978, in Corydon, Iowa. A devoted resident of Creston, Iowa, Joe passed away unexpectedly on August 5, 2025, at Unity Point Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa, surrounded by his loving wife and children.

Joe’s early life was spent in Chariton, Iowa, where he was raised and...

Jul 31, 2025

Linda Bolinger, 77 of Kent, Iowa entered eternal rest on Thursday, July 31, 2025 at Greater Regional Medical Center in Creston, Iowa. No services are planned at this time. Pearson Family Funeral Service & Cremation Center is in charge of the arrangements.

Linda Kay Bolinger was born November 15, 1947 in Kent, Iowa the daughter of Howard Walter and Edythe Mae...

Jul 31, 2025

Gerald William Botkin, born on March 22, 1940, in Adams County, Iowa, passed away on July 31, 2025, at St. Luke's Hospital in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. He was the son of Charles William and Elizabeth Cornelia (Mostert) Botkin. Gerald graduated from Prescott High School, Class of 1958. Gerald proudly served his country in the Iowa National Guard from 1958 to...

Jul 27, 2025

Kathleen Ann (McCann) Tapken, affectionately known as Kathy, was born on April 27, 1943, in Omaha, Nebraska. She passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on July 27, 2025, at Kavanaugh House in Des Moines, Iowa. Kathy was a life-long resident of Creston, Iowa, where she profoundly touched the lives of many.

A dedicated educator, Kathy began her teaching career...

Jul 23, 2025

Christie Gayle Gillham, age 72, of Creston, Iowa, passed away on July 23, 2025, at Greater Regional Hospital in Creston, Iowa. A graveside service will be held at 3:00 PM on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at Oakland Cemetery in rural Corning, Iowa, officiated by Pastor Rick Titus. Pearson Family Funeral Service & Cremation Center of Creston is handling the arrangements....

Jul 19, 2025

Ronald Lee Edwards, known affectionately as Ron, was born on February 14, 1949, in Creston, Iowa. He lived a full life dedicated to family, service, and hard work until his passing on July 19, 2025, at Bergan Mercy Medical Center in Omaha, Nebraska.

Ron enlisted in the United States Marine Corps on March 8, 1966, and honorably served until February 9,...

Jul 12, 2025

Jul 3, 2025

John James Bielski, born on September 28, 1961, in Chicago, Illinois, passed away on July 3, 2025, at MercyOne Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa. He succumbed to cancer after a short battle, with his wife, Uralee by his side.

John was the youngest of seven siblings and grew up in a nurturing environment that laid the foundation for his quiet...

Jun 29, 2025

Andy was born July 10, 1979 to Danny and Lynette Neisemier in Des Moines, IA. He was welcomed home by his sister Dana to their farm in Thayer, Iowa. He was a very happy and adventurous baby, with a father who trained horses, Andy was in the saddle at a very early age. By the age of 4 he felt...

Jun 18, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Justin Byers, a devoted father, grandfather, and master locksmith, who left this world peacefully in his sleep on June 18, 2025, at his residence. Born on July 28, 1964, in Osage, Iowa, Justin lived a life filled with love, dedication, and passion for his family, his craft, and his...

Jun 16, 2025

Maxine Moreland, of Creston, Iowa—formerly of Afton, Iowa—entered eternal rest on Monday, June 16, 2025, at Accura Healthcare of Creston, at the age of 89 years, 10 months, and 6 days.

 Funeral services will be held at 1:30 PM on Monday, June 23, 2025, at Pearson Family Funeral Service & Cremation Center in Creston, with Rev. Mary O’Riley officiating. Open visitation...

Jun 10, 2025

John Richard Weisshaar, age 81, of Des Moines, Iowa and Apache Junction, Arizona, entered into eternal rest on June 10, 2025, due to an unexpected farm accident, although while doing something John loved the most, "fixing things". Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 AM, Saturday, June 21,2025 at Holy Spirit Catholic Church in Creston, with Father Patrick Amedeka, Celebrant. Family...

Jun 3, 2025

William “Bill” John Dimmler was born in Des Moines, Iowa on July 27, 1961, to James Downs and Margaret “Peggy” Faith. At the age of 10 months he was adopted by Frederick “Fred” and Mary Dimmler of Corning. Bill entered eternal rest on June 3, 2025, at his home in Corning at the age of 63 years, 10 months and...