Local obituaries forMississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial
Dalton Eugene Jones
Jan 29, 2025
Dalton Eugene Jones, born on January 4, 1963, in Waverly, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at his home on January 29, 2025, with his beloved sister by his side. He will be deeply missed by those who cherished his vibrant spirit and kindness.
Dalton was a devoted laborer whose career spanned various roles, including his work for The Rock Island Lines railroad...
Leon Cass Terry
Jan 28, 2025
Leon Terry, a distinguished physician and accomplished neurologist, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2025, in Iowa City, Iowa at the age of 84. Born on December 22, 1940, in Northville, Michigan, he enjoyed a life marked by dedication to his family, medicine, and personal passions.
Cass embarked on his educational journey at the University of Michigan, where he earned both...
George Francis Holmes
Jan 27, 2025
George Francis Holmes, born on April 6, 1944, in Liverpool, England, passed away at home in East Moline, Illinois, on January 27, 2025, after an extended illness.
George emigrated to the United States in 1977 and enjoyed a long career, retiring after 31 years at John Deere Davenport Works. His commitment to his profession extended beyond his own work, as he...
Mark Reasor
Jan 26, 2025
Mark Frederick Reasor, 65, of Moline, passed away on January 26, 2025, in Iowa City. Mark had been retired for two years at the time of his death, having driven a recycling truck for Midland Davis for over twenty years.
He leaves behind his beloved sons, Jason (Shelley) Whitmire, Mark-Adam (Kevin) Whitmire Reasor, and Nicholas (Ashley) Whitmire, as well as his...
Krista Shoemaker
Jan 25, 2025
Krista Shoemaker, 65, of Morrison, IL, passed away Saturday, January 25, 2025, at The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, IA. Cremation will be directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial, 1811 15th Street Place, Moline, IL.
A complete obituary will be available soon. Please offer your condolences and expressions of sympathy to the family.
Randy Kath
Jan 25, 2025
Randy Martin Kath, 58, of Morrison, IL, passed away Saturday, January 25, 2025, at his residence.
Cremation will be directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial, 1811 15th Street Place, Moline, IL.
A complete obituary will be available soon.
Please offer your condolences and expressions of sympathy to the family.
Brittany Whited
Jan 24, 2025
Brittany Nichole Whited, 31, of Davenport, Iowa, passed away peacefully on January 24, 2025. Brittany was born on September 6, 1993, to Elizabeth Whited.
Brittany's life was characterized by her joyful spirit and zest for life. Her presence will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
She is survived by her siblings, Bradley Whited, Christopher Whited, and Angela Whited; her adopted...
Melanie Sue Franks
Jan 24, 2025
Melanie Sue Franks, 62, of East Moline, IL, passed away Friday, January 24, 2025, at her residence surrounded by her family. Cremation will be directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial, 1811 15th Street Place, Moline.
A complete obituary will be available soon.
Family and friends are invited to share memories and express condolences on her Memory Wall at mvcremation.com.
Beverly K. Davidson
Jan 19, 2025
Beverly K. Davidson, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on January 19, 2025, at MercyOne Genesis Davenport Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family. Born on November 21, 1942, Beverly was a vibrant spirit known for her generosity and warm-hearted nature.
Beverly graduated from Central High School in Davenport, Iowa, in 1961. That same year, she married Jack...
John Martin
Jan 18, 2025
**In Loving Memory of John "Jack" J. Martin**
John "Jack" J. Martin, aged 92, of Buffalo, Iowa, departed this life on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at Allure of the Quad Cities in Moline, Illinois. His journey continues with the gentle embrace of eternity, following cremation arrangements entrusted to Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial in Moline.
Jack was a remarkable individual, celebrated...
Robert Hinton
Jan 18, 2025
Robert Ernest Hinton, 81, of Colona, IL, passed away peacefully Saturday, January 18, 2025, in Silvis, IL. Private services will beheld at a later date.
Robert was born to Charles Ernest and Mary Ellen Hinton on December 18, 1943 in Bement, IL. He began working at a young age delivering newspapers and washing dishes at a local restaurant. After graduating high...
Sharon K Brown
Jan 18, 2025
Sharon K. Brown, 82, of Davenport passed away January 18,2025 at Silvercrest Garner Senior Living, Davenport, IA after living with dementia for many years. Cremation will be directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial, Moline, IL. Per her request, there will be no services.
Sharon was adopted at the age of 3 by relatives, Charles and Lenice Arnce and was...
Kay Lynn Meyer
Jan 15, 2025
Kay Lynn (Goretska) Meyer, 78, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2025, at Maquoketa Care in Maquoketa, Iowa. Born on June 19, 1946, to Reba (Cox) and Bill Goretska, Kay was a woman of kindness, generosity, and thoughtfulness who touched the lives of many.
Kay grew up on a farm outside the small town of Popejoy, Iowa, attending the Popejoy school...
Shawn Richard Thompson
Jan 12, 2025
Shawn Richard Thompson, 60, of Milan, IL, passed away Sunday, January 12, 2025, at Allure of the Quad-Cities in Moline after a courageous battle with cancer.
Shawn was born on September 9th, 1964, in Hawaii to Clyde and Kathleen (KC) Maere Thompson. After a few years, the family moved to the Quad Cities, where Shawn later attended the Rock Island school...
Kent Bachus
Jan 12, 2025
Kent Bachus passed away peacefully in his home on January 12th, 2025, at the age of 66.
He was born on May 17th, 1958, to Phyllis and the late Kenny Bachus. He grew up working on the family farm with his father in Wheatland, IA. He has two sisters, Kim Klahn and Kendra (Rick) Fitzgerald.
He drove a semi for Eagle Foods...
Maria Angeles Bello de Mendoza
Jan 10, 2025
Maria Angeles Bello de Mendoza (1945 - 2025)
Maria Angeles Bello de Mendoza, lovingly known as Angie, was born on March 2, 1945, in Zaragoza, Spain. Angie passed away peacefully on January 10, 2025, in Iowa City at the University of Iowa, surrounded by her loved times. Maria was born to Mariano and Sebastiana Bello in Spain. She had four siblings,...
Hector Luis Gerena
Jan 10, 2025
Hector Luis Gerena, 76, of Morrison, IL, passed away Friday, January 10, 2025, at Morrison Community Hospital, Morrison, IL. Cremation will be directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial, Moline, IL.
A complete obituary will be available soon.
Family and friends are invited to share memories and express condolences on his Memory Wall at mvcremation.com.
Cecil D. Williams
Jan 10, 2025
Cecil D. "Beany" Williams, 61, of Davenport, IA, passed away Friday, January 10, 2025, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, IA. Cremation will be directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial, Moline, IL. Cecil was the son of Leona "Ma" (Neuman) Williams.
Cecil was born on January 21, 1963, in California. His family then moved to...
Gwen Veronica Riggs
Jan 10, 2025
Gwen Veronica Riggs, 74, of East Moline, IL, passed away Friday, January 10, 2025, at Hope Creek Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Cremation will be directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial, Moline, IL.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Dan Frank Riggs; her parents, Cleo and Imogene Lanham; and her Siblings, Hank Lanham, Helen Lanham, Rocky Lanham, and...
