Creston and Corning, IA Obituaries

May 9, 2025

May 1, 2025

Halbert Gary Hensley was born in rural southwest Taylor County, Iowa on February 16, 1942, the 3rd child of Halbert Gene Hensley and Beatrice (Orme) Hensley. He grew up on a typical Iowa small farm where he liked playing outside with neighborhood kids, his dog Pal, swimming in the pond, and riding his horse, Dash. When about 10, he won...

May 1, 2025

Lana Sue Bearden, age 77, of Creston, passed away peacefully on the morning of Thursday, May 1st, 2025. She was born on November 10, 1947, in Creston, Iowa to the late Katheryn Smith and Harold Blazek.

As a child, Lana helped raise ponies with her family and competed in competitions at the Iowa State Fair. She graduated from Creston High School...

Apr 28, 2025

Cleota Mae Vogel, passed away peacefully on April 28, 2025, at the Montgomery County Memorial Hospital in Red Oak, Iowa, at the age of eighty-five. She was born on May 28, 1939, at home on a farm in rural Barnard, Missouri, to Willard Elmer and Mildred Magdalene (Pedersen) Nelson.

Cleota was raised outside of Barnard and attended country school through eighth...

Apr 21, 2025

Phyllis Lee Armstrong, the daughter of Percy “Pete” Edward and Grace A. (Walton) Smith was born on September 14, 1942 in Carbon, Iowa. Phyllis entered eternal rest on Monday, April 21, 2025, at Trinity Center at Luther Park in Des Moines, Iowa, at the age of eighty-two years.

Phyllis married John “Johnnie” Armstrong. To this union a daughter Joni Lee Armstrong...

Apr 16, 2025

Todd Kimpson, 52 of Corning, Iowa died as the result of an accident in Adams County, Iowa on Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at CHI Health Mercy Hospital in Corning. A visitation with family receiving friends will be 5-7 PM, Monday, April 21, 2025 at Pearson Family Funeral Service & Cremation Center in Corning. Memorial contributions may be directed to the...

Apr 13, 2025

There are no services currently planned.  

Kimberly Faye Thompson,

DOB 6-10-1980,  DOD 4-13-2025

Survived by Parents Father Larry G Thompson, Mother Susan L Hand Thompson; brothers Brett A Thompson & Brian M Thompson. Nephews & Nieces Ben, Sam/Rylan, Lilly/Emily Thompson, Shiloh Gordon, Crystal Thompson, Harley Thompson Knudsen; Uncle John & Aunt Sue Hand, cousins Alex & Tatiana Hand. Aunt Betty & Uncke...

Apr 8, 2025

Doris Watts, 88 of Creston, Iowa entered her eternal rest on Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at her home in Creston surrounded by her family. As per Doris’ wishes, she was cremated and no services are planned.

Doris Ann Watts was born January 5, 1937 in Union County, Iowa one of 10 children born to Glen Harvey and Hazel Berniece (Elliott) Moore....

Apr 6, 2025

Cooper Wayne Boswell was born on September 10, 2013, into the loving arms of his parents, Jason and Wendi Boswell. He was excitedly welcomed home by his big brother Parker.

Known as “mini-Mark,” he was a bright and spirited young man with an infectious smile who was very proud of his freckles!

Cooper loved the outdoors and hated wearing socks and shoes!...

Apr 1, 2025

Donna Jean Hickman, 90, the daughter of Percy and Grace (Walton) Smith, was born on April 19, 1934, in Carbon, Iowa. Surrounded by family, she entered eternal rest on April 1, 2025, at her home in Corning, Iowa.

Donna was the second of four daughters, raised in Carbon. As a child she loved to roller skate with her sisters and friends....

Mar 31, 2025

Monica Jo Wallace, known by many as Jo, was born on January 30, 1956, in Creston, Iowa. She passed away peacefully at her home in Creston on March 31, 2025, leaving behind a rich tapestry of memories and accomplishments.

Jo graduated from Creston High School with the Class of 1974, marking the beginning of her journey as an independent woman. Jo...

Mar 30, 2025

Obituary of sister, daughter, wife, mother, grandmother and friend, Esther Hogan.

Esther Ann Hogan, daughter of Ida (Walker) and Harry Symonds, was born December 26,1924 in Prescott Township, Adams County Iowa. She passed away peacefully March 30, 2025, at the age of 100 under the daily care of her six children, Accura HealthCare of Stanton and St. Croix Hospice.

Growing up in...

Mar 26, 2025

Patricia Ellen Arntzen, affectionately known as Pat, was born on April 3, 1946, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. She lived a life defined by love, dedication, and an infectious positivity that touched everyone who had the pleasure of knowing her. Pat passed away peacefully on March 26, 2025, at Greater Regional Medical Center in Creston, Iowa, leaving behind a legacy of...

Mar 24, 2025

Donna Lee (Wilson) West, daughter of Donald Samuel Wilson & Elizabeth Celene (Drorbaugh) Wilson, was born June 29, 1944, in Battle Creek, Michigan. When Donna was just a few days old they moved to the Carolinas where Don was stationed in the Army.

Donna graduated from Lenox High School in May of 1961. She was united in marriage to Dean West....

Mar 23, 2025

Robert Gene Mason, known fondly as Bob, passed away on March 23, 2025, at his home in Afton, Iowa. He was born on October 27, 1945, in Coffeyville, Kansas. Bob graduated high school in Bushnell, Illinois, with the Class of 1964, and continued his education at Sanburn College in Galesburg, Illinois.

Bob enlisted in the United States Marine Corps immediately after...

Mar 23, 2025

Private Memorial Services will be held at a future date.

David Richard Brownrigg was born November 7, 1954 and passed away at his home Sunday, March 23, 2025. Survivors include his wife, Denice Brownrigg of Creston, Iowa; his children: Jennifer (Rob) Wiese of Boone, Iowa; Michael Brownrigg of Creston, Iowa; Melissa Brownrigg of Panama City Beach, Florida and Matthew Brownrigg of...

Mar 19, 2025

Richard Edward Shatto was born in Eureka, California on February 7, 1959, the son of Fenton West and Lea Betty (Pelacini) Shatto.  Following his graduation from high school, Richard enlisted in the United States Navy and served 9 years active duty.  Before locating to Creston several years ago, Richard lived in Florida and California.  

Richard is survived by his sister,...

Mar 10, 2025

Ronald “Ronnie” Lee Walter, the son of Fred and Rose Walter, was born on June 10, 1941. He was raised on a farm in the Prescott area with his five siblings, Carol, Richard, Eldon, Connie, and Lometa. Ronnie’s school years were spent at Prescott Community School where he met the love of his life, Sharon Wynn Walter. The two of...

Mar 7, 2025

Carol Jean (Moore) Shuler was born February 25, 1939, in Villisca, Iowa. She was the oldest daughter of Harold Laverne “Pepper” and Frances Loretta (Long) Moore. She attended the rural Frog Pond School and graduated from Lenox High School. Carol passed away peacefully at the age of 86 on March 7, 2025, an emotional moment that fell exactly three years...

Mar 4, 2025

Jacqueline “Jaci” Ann Pedrick, passed away March 4, 2025, surrounded by her family and friends at home. She was born June 20, 1966 in Galesburg, Illinois to James Thomas Hurley Sr. and Patty Louise (Stoher) Hurley.

Jaci married Bruce Duane Pedrick on January 22, 1987 in Ottumwa, Iowa. They lived in the Creston and Prescott area for the last 36 years....