Local obituaries forMississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial
Ruth C. Ingalls
Jul 27, 2025
Ruth C. Ingalls, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully at her home in Davenport, Iowa, on July 27, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on August 23, 1940, in Wilton, Iowa, Ruth lived a life rich in love, kindness, and service to others that will be cherished by all who knew her.
For 18 years, Ruth devoted...
Connie K. Pewe
Jul 27, 2025
Connie Kay Pewe of Davenport, formerly of Eldridge, IA, passed away on Sunday, July 27, 2025, at Clarissa C. Cook Hospice House after a brief illness.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at the Dixon American Legion from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Please join us to share a memory. In Lieu of memorials or flowers,...
Susan Lynn Newman Schultz
Jul 25, 2025
Susan Lynn Newman Schultz, 65, of Moline, IL, passed away on Friday, July 25, 2025, at MercyOne Genesis Medical Center, Silvis, IL. She'll be missed by her 4 children and many grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Arrangements are in the care of Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial, 1811 15th Street Place, Moline, IL.
A complete obituary will be available soon.
Family and friends...
Steven Harris
Jul 24, 2025
Steven Harris, 63, passed away on July 24, 2025, in Davenport, Iowa, after a courageous battle with cancer. Surrounded by his loving family at home, he departed this world with grace and strength. He was laid to rest on July 26, 2025, at Pine Hill Cemetery.A celebration of Steve’s life will be held on August 16, 2025, from 3:00 p.m....
Thomas A. Moore
Jul 20, 2025
Thomas Arthur Moore, 69, known to some as “Archie,” passed away on July 20, 2025, in Iowa City due to complications following arterial surgery.
Born on April 15, 1956, in Davenport, Iowa, to Thomas “Junior” and Ellen “Codine” (Goldsberry) Moore, Thomas’s early years were spent in Eldridge, Missouri, where he began his education in a one-room schoolhouse alongside his older brother,...
Daniel H. Kruse
Jul 20, 2025
Dan passed away at home from heart complications on Sunday, July 20 with his wife by his side.
Dan was born July 2, 1949, to Charles and Dolores Kruse in Davenport, IA. He graduated from Davenport West in 1967. He entered the plumbing apprentice program becoming a Master Plumber.
Dan is survived by his wife of 25 years Shelly, his brother Kevin...
Wayne A West
Jul 19, 2025
Wayne West, 75, of Davenport, IA, passed away on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at Select Specialty Hospital, Davenport, IA, with his wife Carol by his side.
Per his request, cremation rites have been accorded. Cremation will be directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial, 1811 15th Street Place, Moline, IL.
Wayne was born on June 4, 1950, to Edward West and...
Gary Conley
Jul 16, 2025
Gary Conley, born on March 8, 1968, peacefully departed this life on July 16, 2025. A beloved figure in his community, Gary's kindness and warmth touched the lives of many throughout his journey.
He is survived by his devoted brother, William Conley, sister-in-law, Elizabeth Conley, as well as his cherished sister, Brenda Sommis. Gary also leaves behind a host of loving...
Lenard Miles
Jul 15, 2025
Lenard Miles, 82, of Davenport, IA, passed away on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at his residence with his loving wife by his side.
Cremation will be directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial, 1811 15th Street Place, Moline, IL.
A complete obituary will be available soon.
Family and friends are invited to share memories and express condolences on his memory page at...
Beverly J. Johnson
Jul 14, 2025
Beverly J. Johnson, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 14, 2025, at the age of 83 in Rock Island, Illinois. Born on October 27, 1941, in Rock Island, Beverly embodied the spirit of kindness and warmth throughout her life.
She enjoyed a dedicated career in healthcare, serving at Lutheran Hospital and Heartland Healthcare, where she touched...
James E. Carpentier
Jul 13, 2025
James Earl Carpentier, 41, of Moline, IL, passed away Sunday, July 13, 2025, at his residence.
Cremation will be directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial, 1811 15th Street Place, Moline, IL. There will be no services.
James is survived by his parents, Ketra Loftin of Moline, IL, and Randy Carpentier of East Moline, IL. His children, Allehana, Anthony, Thomas, and...
Diana Castro
Jul 11, 2025
Diana (March) Castro, born on August 10, 1951, in Moline, Illinois, passed away on July 11, 2025. A beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Diana's life was marked by her unwavering dedication to helping others and her rich artistic spirit.
Diana embarked on her professional journey by working at Project Now and the Illinois Migrant Council, where she played a pivotal...
James LaCroix
Jul 10, 2025
James Douglas LaCroix, 66, of Eldridge, Iowa, passed away Thursday, July 10, 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.
Family and friends are invited to share memories and condolences on his memory page at mvcremation.com
Ileana D. Gray
Jul 9, 2025
Ileana D. Gray, 68, of Coal Valley, IL, passed away on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at her residence.
Cremation will be directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial, 1811 15th Street Place, Moline, IL.
A complete obituary will be available soon.
Family and friends are invited to share memories and condolences on her memory page at mvcremation.com
Gladys Pulse
Jul 8, 2025
Glayds Elizabeth Pulse, 73, of Galesburg, IL, passed away on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at Allure of Lake Storey, Galesburg, IL.
Cremation will be directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial, 1811 15th Street Place, Moline, IL.
A complete obituary will be available soon.
Family and friends are invited to share memories and condolences on her memory page at mvcremation.com
Steven Milbrandt
Jul 8, 2025
Steven Pat Milbrandt, 65, of Donahue, Iowa, passed away at his residence on July 8th. He was born in Britton, South Dakota, in 1959 to Vernon and Shirley Milbrandt. Steve graduated in 1977 from Sargent Central before finding his passion in Home Improvement. Steve married Penny in 1979 in Davenport, Iowa. They had two daughters, Nicole and Stacey. Adding to...
Herbert Comer
Jul 6, 2025
Herbert Comer, 89, of Princeton, IL, passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at Goldwater Care, Princeton.
Cremation will be directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial, 1811 15th Street Place, Moline, IL.
A complete obituary will be available soon.
Family and friends are invited to share memories and condolences on his memory page at mvcremation.com
Joyce Heald
Jul 6, 2025
Joyce Elaine Heald, 86, of Moline, IL, passed away on Sunday, July 6, 2025, at UnityPoint - Trinity Rock Island.
Cremation will be directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial, 1811 15th Street Place, Moline,
She was born July 3,1939 in Moline, IL and graduated from Rock Island High School in 1957.
She was preceded in death by her son, Jeffrey Brugman...
Stanley Kennell Smith, Sr.
Jul 5, 2025
Stanley Kennell Smith, Sr., 67, of East Moline, Illinois, formerly of Rock Island, passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at his residence.
Born on December 21, 1957, in Louisville, Mississippi, Stanley was the son of Juanita Smith and Willie D. Hardy. In 1958, Juanita moved to Rock Island, Illinois, where she met and later married Rogers Terry on February 13,...
Barbara Michelle Danner-Boyd
Jul 5, 2025
Barbara Michelle Danner Boyd, 44, of Davenport, IA, passed away on July 5, 2025, at home, surrounded by love, after a courageous battle with cancer. A Celebration of Life will take place at Living Hope Community Church on Monday, July 14, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. To honor Barb, please wear bright colors or your "Team Barb" apparel.
Born on July 1,...
