Local obituaries forMississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial
Rebecca Keen
Jun 18, 2026
Rebecca Keen, 61, of Kewanee, IL, passed away on June 18, 2026, at Avenues at Royal Oak, Kewanee, IL.
Cremation will be directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation and Direct Burial, Moline, IL.
Family and friends are invited to share memories and condolences on her memory page at www.mvcremation.com.
Douglas Mitten
Jun 18, 2026
Douglas "Doug" Mitten
March 24, 1956 – June 18, 2026
Douglas "Doug" Mitten, 70, of Moline, Illinois, passed away on June 18, 2026, at Allure of the Quad Cities in Moline. Cremation will be directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation and Direct Burial, Moline, Illinois.
Doug was born on March 24, 1956, in Kankakee, Illinois. Throughout his life, he shared his creativity, kindness, generosity,...
Helen Daufeldt
Jun 17, 2026
Helen Christine Daufeldt, 77, of Davenport, IA, passed away Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at MercyOne Genesis Medical Center East, Davenport, 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 on her Memory Page at www.mvcremation. com.
Ricky Bowman, Sr.
Jun 16, 2026
Ricky Lee Bowman, Sr., 58, of Davenport, IA, passed away Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at MercyOne Genesis Medical Center East, Davenport.
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 on his Memory Page at www.mvcremation. com.
Dottie Ague-Becht
Jun 15, 2026
Dottie Ague-Becht, age 53, of Davenport, IA, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family and friends, on June 15th, 2026, at the University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City after battling an ongoing illness, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and kindness.
She is survived by her husband, Edward Bowers, Jr., and was a beloved mother and mother figure to Kenneth...
Barbara Buchanan
Jun 15, 2026
Barbara Buchanan, 90, of Moline, IL, passed away Monday, June 15, 2026, 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.
Please offer your condolences and expressions of sympathy to the family on her Memory Page at www.mvcremation. com.
Harold Tetens
Jun 14, 2026
Harold Tetens, 98, passed away at Clarissa Cook Hospice House, Bettendorf, IA, on June 14, 2026.
Cremation will be directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation and Direct Burial, Moline, IL.
A complete obituary will be available soon.
Family and friends are invited to share memories and express condolences on his tribute wall at www.mvcremation.com.
Francisco “Papas” Mora
Jun 14, 2026
Francisco Mora, affectionately known as "Papas," passed away on June 14, 2026, at MercyOne Genesis in Silvis, IL. Born on November 10, 1998, in Rock Island, Francisco “Papas” lived a life marked by the warmth and kindness that endeared him to his family and all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Papas’s journey through life was one of connection and...
Lucinda Smith
Jun 14, 2026
Lucinda Janeen Smith, age 72, passed away peacefully at her home on June 14, 2026, in Muscatine, Iowa.
Lucinda will be remembered for her love of family, her caring spirit, and the many lives she touched throughout her years as an emergency room nurse, homemaker and Nana. Her greatest joy was spending time with her children, grandchildren, and those she loved.
She...
Saundra Roberson
Jun 13, 2026
Saundra "Sandy" Jean (Presley) Roberson, 74, of Port Byron, Illinois, passed away peacefully at home on June 13, 2026, following a sudden decline in health.Born on September 23, 1951, in St. Louis, MO. Sandy was the child of Pattie and Daniel Neumann. She grew up in St. Louis and Moline, IL, in a busy home with 8 brothers and sisters....
Candy Czupka
Jun 11, 2026
Candy Czupka, a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away on June 11, 2026, in Rock Island, Illinois. Born on December 2, 1955, in Moline, Illinois, Candy’s life was marked by kindness, a generous spirit, and a deep dedication to those she loved.
Candy spent the majority of her career tending bar, a role in which she brought warmth and cheerfulness...
Earl Hofer
Jun 10, 2026
Earl Benjamin Hofer passed away peacefully on June 10, 2026, at MercyOne Genesis East ICU in Davenport, Iowa. Born on April 15, 1959, in West Union, Iowa, Earl’s life journey was marked by hard work, humor, and heartfelt connections.
Earl graduated from West Marshall High School in State Center, Iowa, in 1977. He continued his education at Ellsworth Community College in...
Scott McMahon
Jun 9, 2026
Scott William McMahon, 67, passed away on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at Good Samaritan Society in Davenport, IA.
Cremation will be directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation and Direct Burial, Moline, IL.
A complete obituary will be available soon.
Family and friends are invited to share memories and condolences on his tribute wall at www.mvcremation.com.
Judith Hansen
Jun 8, 2026
Judith Hansen, born on September 28, 1961, in Clinton, Iowa, peacefully passed away on June 8, 2026, at Mercy One Genesis in Davenport, Iowa. Her departure leaves a profound sense of loss in the hearts of those who loved her deeply.
Judith’s life was marked by dedication and warmth. For ten years, she enjoyed a fulfilling career as a truck driver,...
Irene Kwiatkowski
Jun 5, 2026
Irene Kwiatkowski, 96, of Sherrard, IL, passed away on Friday, June 5, 2026, at Allure of Quad Cities in Moline, IL. 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 on her Memory Page at www.mvcremation. com.
Michael English
Jun 4, 2026
Oh Michael English, the man who could out-tinker any gadget while simultaneously fixing absolutely nothing, and who fiercely guarded his secret dislike of smiling in photos, has finally shifted gears on June 4, 2026, at his beloved home. Born on September 29, 1961, Michael lived life at full throttle, from drag racing tracks to motorcycle rides, all the while collecting...
Arlene Hogan
May 31, 2026
Arlene Marie Hogan, 89, of Dubuque, IA, passed away Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Ridgecrest Village, Davenport, 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 on her Memory Page at www.mvcremation. com
Richard Nevills
May 30, 2026
Richard Thomas Nevills, 79, of LeClaire, Iowa, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2026.
Richard was born in Manistique, MI, on June 6, 1946, to the late Louis Nevills and Lucy Wells. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Paula Jean Nevills; his parents; and his daughter-in-law, Patty Nevills.
Richard enjoyed many hobbies throughout his life. He loved playing bluegrass...
Michael Johnson
May 30, 2026
Michael David Johnson, 57, of Fulton, died Saturday, May 30, 2026, in his home surrounded by the love of his wife, Cindie. His faithful cat Frankie remained by his side. Cremation rites have been accorded per Mike’s wishes by Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial, 1811 15th Street Place, Moline, IL.
He was born June 29, 1968, to Thomas Shaw and...
Terry Ashmore
May 28, 2026
Terry Lee Ashmore, 65, of Savanna, IL, passed away Thursday, May 28, 2026, at the Clarissa C Cook Hospice House, Bettendorf, IA.
Cremation will be directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation and Direct Burial, Moline, IL.
Family and friends are invited to share memories and condolences on his tribute wall at www.mvcremation.com.
