Local obituaries forMississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial
Janet Graaff
Apr 12, 2025
Jan (Woeller) Graaff
May 14, 1936 – April 12, 2025
Jan was born in Ottumwa, Iowa to Ollie Hines Schuh. After Ollie passed in 1939, Jan was taken in and raised with love by “Mom Woeller”, Mary. She attended and graduated from Davenport Central High School, where she met the love of her life, Andy Graaff, and went on to become a...
Wanda Carnes
Apr 12, 2025
Wanda Carnes, affectionately known to many as "Hula," passed away on April 12, 2025, in Milan, Illinois, at the remarkable age of 97. Born on May 30, 1927, in Metropolis, Illinois, Wanda's vibrant spirit and zest for life touched the hearts of all who were fortunate enough to know her.
Wanda had a successful career at Jaydon in Milan, where her...
Lyle Moffett
Apr 12, 2025
Lyle Eugene Moffett, 79, of Galesburg, passed away Saturday, April 12, 2025, at Marigold Health & Rehab, Galesburg, IL. Cremation will be directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial, 1811 15th Street Place, Moline, IL.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife Christina Diane Moffett (Wolf). Surviving are his children: Cheryl, David, Nathan and Stephen and his brother...
Thomas Fischer, Jr.
Apr 11, 2025
Thomas A. Fischer, Jr. 58, of Rock Island, IL, passed away Friday, April 11, 2025, at St. Anthony's Rehab and Nursing Center, Rock Island, IL.
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 on his Memory...
Darryl Kingsley
Apr 11, 2025
Darryl Eugene Kingsley, 65, of Davenport, IA, passed away Friday, April 11, 2025, at his residence surrounded by his family.
Cremation will be directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial, 1811 15th Street Place, Moline, IL.
Please offer your condolences and expressions of sympathy to the family.
John Keller
Apr 10, 2025
John J. Keller, 75, of Davenport, IA, passed away on April 10, 2025. Cremation will be directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation and Direct Burial, Moline, IL.
Family and friends are invited to share memories and express condolences on his Memory Wall at mvcremation.com.
Arthur W. Norris
Apr 7, 2025
,September 17, 1955 – April 7, 2025
Arthur William Norris Jr., 69, of Illinois, passed away peacefully on April 7, 2025, surrounded by family, after a courageous battle with cancer. A man of quiet strength, deep love, and unwavering faith, Arthur lived a life defined by hard work, devotion to family, and a deep connection to the natural world.
Born on September...
Clara June Boyer
Apr 6, 2025
Clara J. Boyer
July 5th, 1948 ~ April 6th, 2025
Clara June Boyer, 76, passed away peacefully at 4:30 pm on April 6th, 2025, comfortably sleeping in her home.
Clara was born July 5, 1948, in Ottumwa, Iowa, to John P. Masters and Bertha Rose White Masters. A graduate of Ottumwa High School, she lived in Ottumwa until the age of 24, when...
George H. Reaves
Apr 4, 2025
George H. Reaves, 69, of Davenport, Iowa, passed away on Friday, April 4, 2025, at Good Samaritan Society Davenport, Iowa.
Cremation services are being directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation and Direct Burial in Moline, Illinois.
Condolences may be expressed at mvcremation.com
Steven Gerald Miller
Apr 2, 2025
Steven Gerald Miller, 45, a loving husband, devoted father, and cherished brother, passed away on April 2, 2025, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City, IA, leaving behind a legacy filled with warmth, faith, and love. Born on May 16, 1979, in Peoria, IL, to Steven B. Miller. He married the love of his life, Miranda...
Wendeline "Wendy" Ann McFee
Apr 1, 2025
Wendeline “Wendy” Ann McFee, 65, of DeWitt, Iowa, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, April 1st, at Trinity Hospital surrounded by her family. She was born in Uvalde, Texas, on March 27th, 1960. Wendy settled her family in Iowa in 1988. In 2015, she accomplished her goal of achieving her bachelor’s degree. She has worked for the Rock Island Arsenal for the...
Karen Graziosa
Apr 1, 2025
Karen Sue Graziosa, 77, passed away Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at the Clarissa C Cook Hospice House, Bettendorf, 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 at mvcremation.com
Lisa Bailey
Apr 1, 2025
Lisa Lynn Bailey, born on January 16, 1977, in Cedar Falls, passed away on April 1, 2025, in Davenport, surrounded by the warmth of her beliefs and cherished memories. Lisa approached life with a vibrant spirit, embracing each day with enthusiasm and kindness, even in the face of significant health challenges. Her unwavering positivity was evident in the way she...
Ronald Harvey Malmstead Jr.
Mar 29, 2025
It is with deep sadness that the family of Ronald H. Malmstead Jr. announces his passing on March 29, 2025, at the age of 69. Ron was born on April 9, 1955, the son of Ronald H. Malmstead Sr. and Donna Malmstead. A Celebration of Life will be held at The O Kitchen & Tap in Orion, IL, on May...
Merle Bowers
Mar 29, 2025
Merle Henry Bowers
June 30th, 1940 - March 29th 2025
Princeton Iowa
Leclaire local Navy vet, electrician who started Bowers Electric and retired out of John Deer. Proceeded by daughter Brenda Bowers Esparza, survived by wife Mary Bowers and kids Carlos Esparza (Brenda), Steve Bowers, Joe Bowers, Elizabeth Bowers, and five grandkids, and eight great-grandkids.
Celebration of life will be at Central Ave Tap
2604...
Andre Butler
Mar 27, 2025
Andre Butler, better known as "Dre", was born in Chicago, IL, on September 17, 1962, to the late Houston Tex Miller and Alverna Evelyn Butler, passed away on March 27, 2025. Andre was the youngest of seven siblings; his brothers, Jerome Jerry Butler, and Larry Alfonso Butler, preceded him in death.
Andre attended Benjamin Banneker Public School. He was employed at...
David Charles Brown
Mar 26, 2025
David Charles Brown, 39, of Davenport, Iowa, passed away on March 26, 2025, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City, Iowa. Cremation services are being directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation and Direct Burial in Moline, Illinois.
A complete obituary will be available soon.
Family and friends are invited to express condolences to the family on his Memory Wall...
Cheri Geurink
Mar 26, 2025
Cheri Geurink, born on November 24, 1947, and known for her kindness, generosity, and love of animals, passed away on March 26, 2025. Cheri dedicated much of her life to farming alongside her husband, Ken Geurink, and their son, Tyler Geurink. In addition to her work on the farm, she spent 26 years at Walmart, where she excelled in multiple...
Charles York
Mar 22, 2025
Charles Allen "Chuck" York, 71, of Hillsdale, Illinois, passed away on March 22, 2025.Chuck was born on August 7, 1953, in Rock Island, Illinois, to William and Wanda York. He served his country in the United States Army from 1972 to 1974 and was a Vietnam veteran. After his military service, Chuck built a career as the proud owner of...
Stephen Christopher Davis
Mar 18, 2025
Stephen Christopher Davis, affectionately known as Steve, was born in Davenport, Iowa on March 30, 1963. He peacefully departed this life on March 18, 2025, at his home in Davenport following a courageous battle with cancer.
Steve dedicated a significant portion of his life to his career as a tool maker at McLaughlin Body Company, where he made lasting contributions through...
