Linda Louise Blankenship, 73, of Keokuk, went Home to Glory on Thursday, August 21, 2025. Linda was born on December 29, 1951, in Keokuk, Iowa, the daughter of Philip and Dorcas “Duke” (Varner) Rose. She graduated from Keokuk High School in 1970, and on March 20, 1971, she was united in marriage to Gordon Blankenship at First Christian Church in Keokuk. He survives. She was the ultimate racer's wife, the […]
Randy Allen Carlton, 68, of Hamilton, Illinois, passed away on Thursday, August 21, 2025, at his home in Hamilton. Randy was born on February 20, 1957, in Keokuk, Iowa, the son of Tressler and Shirley (Potter) Carlton. On April 2, 1977, he was united in marriage to Ramona Jean Rubemeyer in Keokuk, Iowa. She survives. Randy was employed at Conagra for forty years and was also employed at H & […]
Darel Duane Carroll, 95, of Carthage, passed away at his home, surrounded by his family at 7:11 AM, Thursday, August 21, 2025. Darel was born on April 29, 1930, the son of Floyd and Theresa (Bromberg) Carroll on the family farm in rural Carthage. He graduated from the last class at Elvaston High School in 1948. On November 25, 1954, Darel was united in marriage to Alvera Neisen at St. […]
Gregory “Greg” L. Jones, 70, of Keokuk, passed away on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at his home in Keokuk. Greg was born on May 2, 1955, in Keokuk, Iowa, the son of William “Casey” F. and Donna Ruth (Long) Jones. He graduated from Warsaw High School in 1973, and went on to later graduate from Southeastern Community College with an Associates of Computer Science. He was employed at Henniges Automotive […]
Antonio Perri Archie, 59, of Keokuk, passed away on Monday, August 18, 2025, at Hannibal Regional Medical Center in Hannibal, Missouri. Antonio was born on October 8, 1965, in St. Louis, Missouri, the son of Mary Lou Archie. He graduated from Cleveland High School in St. Louis, and later attended Culver-Stockton College in Canton, Missouri. He served his country in the United States Army, receiving his honorable discharge. Antonio went […]
Raphael Herbert, 93, of Nauvoo, passed away at 5:20 PM Monday, August 18, 2025, at his home. Raphael was born January 3, 1932, in Nauvoo, the son of Hilary and Ethel (Schmitz) Herbert. He graduated from Saints Peter and Paul High School. His first job was with the Nauvoo Cheese Factory. He had also worked for the Sante Fe Railroad, J.I. Case in Burlington and retired as the production supervisor […]
Thomas King lived a life of love, service, and impact between November 6, 1940 and August 18, 2025. Although his body battled many unwelcome opponents during his last years, Tom overpowered challenges through his fierce determination, competitive spirit, loyal teammates, and just enough tomato soup, chocolate chip cookies, pumpkin bars, chocolate malts, and Instant Breakfast to fight, fight, fight until the game was won. He is now at rest—even when […]
Crystal Becker, 47, of Bonaparte, IA passed away Sunday, August 17, 2025 at the University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City, IA. She was born on July 3, 1978 in Carthage, IL to John and Gale Vermeesch Crutcher. She was raised by Stanley Barrows and considered him as Dad. Crystal had a kind and generous heart and loved finding ways to share her creativity with others. She was employed at […]
Larry Larson, 81 of Keokuk, IA passed away Monday, August 18, 2025 at his home. He was born June 15, 1944 in Keokuk, IA the son of Wallace and Mary Young Larson. Larry graduated from Keokuk High School. Larry owned and operated Larson Trucking for many years, until his retirement. He was a member of Emmanuel Methodist Church in Keokuk. Larry was an avid stock car and drag racing enthusiast. […]
