Obituaries

Judith Ann Bickel, 81, of Keokuk, passed away on Sunday, October 20, 2024, at Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West Burlington, Iowa. Arrangements are pending at Printy Funeral Home in Keokuk.

Mark Anthony Cruze, 54 of Davenport, IA passed away Monday, October 21, 2024 at The Ivy at Davenport in Davenport, IA. He was born September 24, 1970 in Iowa City the son of Ralph Robert “Bob” and Bonita Evermon Cruze. Mark found joy in life’s simple pleasures. He had an immense love for music, collecting countless CDs over the years. Whether it was singing karaoke with friends or enjoying a […]

Irene Mae Ramsey Bloyd, 88 of Keokuk, IA passed away Sunday, October 20, 2024 at her home. She was born August 22, 1936 in Keokuk, IA the daughter of Marion, Sr. and Della Mae Canida Ramsey. Irene was first united in marriage to George Batley, Jr. To this union four children were born, Terry, Steven, Rick, and Dale. They later divorced. On September 20, 1979 Irene was united in marriage […]

Betty Jean Jones, 93 of Montrose, IA passed away Saturday, October 19, 2024 at Cedar Manor in Tipton, IA. She was born April 10, 1931 in Ethel, MO the daughter of Estel Pete and Barbara Speak Mead. Betty was united in marriage to Donald Jones. He preceded her in death in 1994. For Betty life was a treasure hunt. She was always on the lookout for things to add to […]

Partha Lou Lobberecht, 83, of Bridgeton, MO went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at Mercy Hospital in Creve Coeur, MO surrounded by her loving family. She was born February 26, 1941 in Keokuk, IA the daughter of John K. and Verlie June Bennett Kennedy. Partha graduated from Cardinal Stritch Catholic High School with the class of 1959. On September 4, 1961 she was united in […]

Jeanne Marie Davis, 68, of Keokuk, was called home by Jesus on Saturday, October 19, 2024, at Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West Burlington, Iowa. Jeanne was born on July 22, 1956, in Keokuk, Iowa, the daughter of Loyd and Frances (Steel) Taylor. She graduated from Keokuk High School in 1974, and went on to receive her associate’s degree as an administrative assistant from Southeastern Community College. On October […]

Don Kunz, 82, of Basco, passed away at 2:35 PM Friday, October 18, 2024, at Blessing Hospital in Quincy. Funeral arrangements are pending at Printy Funeral Home in Hamilton.

Janice McKeel, 67, of Warsaw, Illinois, passed away on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at her home. Arrangements are pending at Printy Funeral Home in Warsaw.

Stephen L. “Steve” Yuskis, 74, of Fort Madison, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington, Iowa. Steve was born on August 20, 1950, in Keokuk, Iowa, the son of Alex and Doris (Acker) Yuskis. He graduated from Warsaw High School in 1968, and went on to serve his country in the United States Army Reserves, where he was honorably discharged […]