Local obituaries forMississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial
Michael Boyles
Feb 23, 2024
Michael Dean Boyles, 66, of Davenport, IA, passed away Friday, February 23, 2024, at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. Cremation will be directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial, Moline.
Michael Miner
Feb 21, 2024
Michael E Miner, 69, of London Mills, IL, passed away Wednesday, February 21, 2024, at his residence. Cremation will be directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial, Moline. Please offer your condolences and expressions of sympathy to the family.
Howard Vandersluis
Feb 21, 2024
Vandersluis, Howard John Jr. – 95 of Moline, Illinois, passed away February 21, 2024. Howard was born on May 7, 1928, in Honolulu Hawaii to Frances Vandersluis and Brigadier General Howard J. Vandersluis Sr. where he spent his early childhood playing on the once quiet beach of Waikiki. At age 8 his family moved to Fort Scott in the San...
Mark Reed
Feb 18, 2024
Mark Reed, 64, of Pleasant Valley, IA, passed away Sunday, February 18, 2024, at UnityPoint Health - Trinity Rock Island. Cremation will be directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial, Moline.
James Peter
Feb 16, 2024
James Peter, 79, of Clinton, IA, passed away Friday, February 16, 2024, at HCR ManorCare - Harmony, Davenport, IA. Cremation will be directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial, Moline.
Rosalyn Tiedje
Feb 13, 2024
Rosalyn H. Tiedje, 91, of Silvis, passed away February 13, 2024 at Illini Restorative Care, Silvis, IL. A full obituary will be available soon. Family and friends are invited to share memories and express condolences at mvcremation.com.
Beverly Welchon
Feb 12, 2024
Beverly Ann Welchon, 82, of Davenport, IA, passed away Monday, February 12, 2024, at her home. Cremation will be directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial, Moline. A full obituary will be available soon. Family and friends are invited to share memories and express condolences on her memory wall at mvcremation.com.
Shelly Mccauley
Feb 10, 2024
Shelly Maureen McCauley, 43, of Moline, IL, passed away Saturday, February 10, 2024, at her home. A full obituary will be available soon. Family and friends are invited to share memories and express condolences at mvcremation.com.
Mary Ann Caruso
Feb 9, 2024
Mary Ann Caruso, affectionately known by all as Mar, was a beacon of light to those who knew her, and on February 9, 2024, she was called to her eternal home. Born on September 12, 1955, in the warm and welcoming community of Mel Rose Park, Mar's journey on this earth was one of passion, spirit, and unwavering faith. After...
Jeffery Fuller
Feb 8, 2024
Jeffery Alan Fuller, 60, of Aledo, passed away on February 8, 2024, after a courageous battle with esophageal cancer. Jeff was born November 10, 1963, to David & Karen (Richie) Fuller in Rock Island, Illinois. As the oldest child, he welcomed four younger sisters, and they had the good fortune to travel from an early age. He was educated in...
John William Mahler
Feb 6, 2024
John William Mahler peacefully passed on after succumbing to cancer on February 6, 2024, with his family at his side. John was born on November 16, 1936, in Alpha, Iowa (Fayette County), surrounded by grandparents, great-grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins. John was born in the home of his grandparents, Nina and William Richardson, and was their first grandchild. John was...
Lisa Talbott
Feb 5, 2024
Lisa Elaine Talbott, a beacon of love and kindness, passed away peacefully on February 5, 2024, in Davenport, Iowa. Born on July 14, 1966, in Aledo, Illinois, Lisa's radiant smile and generous spirit were a gift to all who knew her. Lisa's life was a rich tapestry woven with love for her family, friends, and community. She was the cherished...
Susan "Sue" Welch
Feb 4, 2024
Susan Leora Welch, 69, of Davenport, IA, passed away Sunday, February 4, 2024, at Genesis Medical Center East. Arrangements are pending at Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial, Moline.
Michael Masters
Feb 1, 2024
Michael A. Masters, 61, of Le Claire, IA, passed away Thursday, February 1, 2024, at his home. Please offer your condolences to the family online at mvcremation.com
Rory Dennison
Feb 1, 2024
Rory Lee Dennison, passed away peacefully, on February 1, 2024, at the age of 67 in Colona, Illinois. He was born on April 5, 1956, to the late Roy Dennison and Jacqueline J. McElroy. Rory's warm spirit and undeniably bright sense of humor brought light into the lives of all who knew him. Per Rory’s wishes there will be no...
Jim S. Bakeris
Jan 31, 2024
Jim Bakeris (63), husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away on January 31st, 2024. He was born on November 30th, 1960, to Jim and Joyce Bakeris, and grew up in Bettendorf, Iowa. Jim lived a life filled with love, laughter, and an unwavering commitment to those he held dear. He was also an avid duck hunter who found enjoyment in...
Dana Smith
Jan 31, 2024
Dana Jo Smith, known affectionately as Dana Jo, to all who had the pleasure of crossing her path, embarked on her final adventure on January 31, 2024. Born in the humble beginnings of Iowa City, IA, on September 18, 1941, to the late William Edward Roberts and Cynthia Jo (Hougland) Roberts, Dana Jo was a force of nature—a hurricane in...
Erik Olson
Jan 30, 2024
Erik Michael Olson, 55, of Bettendorf, Iowa passed away on Monday, January 30th, at home, surrounded by his loving family following a year-long battle with cancer. A celebration of his life is planned for this summer. In lieu of flowers, if so inclined, Erik requested that you either donate to LeClaire Fire Department or the family directly. Erik was born...
Craig Duncan
Jan 30, 2024
Craig Mark Duncan, known to all simply as Craig, embarked on his final voyage to the stars on January 30, 2024. Born in Davenport, Iowa, on September 3, 1953, he returned to the cosmos from the very place he started, leaving behind a legacy as odd as a Star Trek marathon. Craig was the kind of guy who could find...
Joseph Flynn
Jan 28, 2024
Joe Flynn, 67, of DeWitt, died Sunday January 28th 2024, at home. Joseph Paul Flynn was born March 31, 1956 in Davenport to Lawrence George and Lucille (Ihrig) Flynn. Joe worked construction jobs and for Liqui-Grow for many years. Joe married Annette Hopkins in 1973, and they have a daughter, Jennifer. In 1978, he married Lisa Cavey and in that...






