Obituaries

Celebrating the Lives of Loved Ones in Waterloo, IA

Jacqueline Kay Brockway

Jacqueline Kay Brockway

Feb 13, 2026

Jacqueline Kay Brockway was born October 15, 1941, in Waterloo, Iowa, the daughter of Donald and Mary (Stern) Ehle. She graduated from Waterloo West High School in 1959. Jacqueline was married to Larry Brockway, on January 2, 1960, at St. Nicholas Church in Evansdale; he preceded her in death on August 30, 2012.

Jacqueline worked at the family wrecker business, did...

Mary Jane Tempel

Mary Jane Tempel

Feb 8, 2026

Mary Jane (Bandfield) Tempel, a beloved matriarch and vibrant soul, transitioned from this world on February 8, 2026, at Cedar Valley Hospice home in Waterloo, surrounded by her devoted family. Born on September 1, 1946, to John and Lois (Shepard) Bandfield, Mary embraced life with warmth and a spirit of adventure. At 79 years old, her journey may have reached...

Herbert Daniel Wheeler

Herbert Daniel Wheeler

Jan 26, 2026

Herbert Daniel Wheeler was born December 13, 1935, in Cresco, Iowa, son of Herbert and Maude (McGawn) Wheeler.

Herbert married Marion Alcott on March 4, 1954, in Waterloo. He worked in the power plant at Rath for 25 years. Herbert then went on to work at UNI in the power plant, later in maintenance. He enjoyed fishing, canoeing and camping. Herbert...

Marilyn Jean Lottich

Marilyn Jean Lottich

Jan 24, 2026

Marilyn Jean Lottich, 94, died January 24, 2026, following complications of a severe stroke.

Marilyn was born June 5, 1931, to B.A. Sr. and Mildred Trower Horner, in Waterloo, Iowa, at Allen Hospital. She lived her entire life in Waterloo.

Following graduation from East High School, Marilyn was employed at the John Deere Waterloo Tractor Works from 1949 to 1955. She was...

Janet Lee Palmer

Janet Lee Palmer

Jan 20, 2026

Hi      Our Angel Has Returned Home

Today we laid to rest the heart of our family,

Our "Angel on Earth" has found her wings.

After a lifetime of caring for everyone else,

She has gone home to the peace the Lord brings.

For all those years here, she was our light,

Cooking, cleaning, and sewing love into every day.

She was the sister who led,...

Anthony Chandler Brown

Anthony Chandler Brown

Jan 12, 2026

Anthony Chandler Brown, age 48, of Waterloo, IA, passed away on January 12, 2026.

Anthony, was born on April 16, 1977, in Normal, IL, the son of Ron and Norma (Bray) Brown. He married Kristy Plesha on July 5, 2003.

Anthony is survived by his wife, Kristy; his children, Dayton Chandler, Preston Huntington, Shepard Wesley, and Cameron Nicole, all of Waterloo; his...

William Lee Jones

William Lee Jones

Jan 12, 2026

William Lee Jones was born February 27, 1940, in Fayette, Iowa, the son of William and Doris (Pritchard) Jones. He joined the United States Navy at the age of 17, in 1958, and retired after 20 years of service. William was located in San Diego, California, Newport, Rhode Island and Memphis, Tennessee. While in the Navy, he worked in aviation...

Carol Jean Luloff

Carol Jean Luloff

Jan 4, 2026

Carol Luloff was born December 28, 1941, in Waterloo, Iowa, the daughter of Paul and Virginia (Hickman) Barnett. She married Erwin “Erv” Luloff February 13, 1960, at the Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church in LaPorte City, Iowa, he preceded her in death on May 3, 2016. Carol loved and cherished the Lord and her husband, children, grandchildren and her great-grandson, Crosby....

Charles Norman Kimball

Charles Norman Kimball

Jan 4, 2026

Charles “Norm” Kimball was born May 6, 1944, in Independence, Iowa, the son of Charles and Bernice (Stanford) Kimball. He graduated from Buchanan High School in 1962. Norm married Linda Kramme on June 5, 1993, in Reno, Nevada. He worked at John Deere as a Machinist for 36 years, until retiring in 2001. Norm enjoyed traveling in his RV with...

Charles Edward Sero Jr.

Charles Edward Sero Jr.

Jan 2, 2026

Charles Edward Sero Jr, of Waterloo, passed away on Friday, January 2, 2026, surrounded by his family and friends. He was 41 years old.

Charles was born on September 16, 1984, to Charles Sr. and Victoria (Schares) Sero in Iowa City, IA., and was raised his whole life in Waterloo. He was a 2003 graduate of Waterloo East High School. After...

Evelyn Ruth Phennicie

Evelyn Ruth Phennicie

Dec 25, 2025

Evelyn R. Phennicie, 90, of Elk Run Heights, passed away on Thursday, December 25, 2025, at home. Evelyn was born September 23, 1935, in Waterloo, the daughter of Orren and Edna (Simmons) Mussett.

Evelyn graduated from East Waterloo High School. Evelyn married William Phennicie in 1953, in Waterloo and later divorced.

Evelyn joined the Fraternal Order of the Eagles in 1966. She...

Glen Aldon Hanson

Glen Aldon Hanson

Dec 17, 2025

Glen A. Hanson, 78, of Waterloo, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at Ravenwood Specialty Care in Waterloo.

He was born on September 11, 1947, in Waterloo, the son of Elton and Elsie (Strelow) Hanson. Glen graduated from West High School in 1965 and attended Mason City Junior College. He worked at John Deere and was part owner of...

Kevin Kyle Adams

Kevin Kyle Adams

Dec 14, 2025

Kevin Kyle Adams, of Waterloo, passed away on Sunday, December 14, 2025. He was 67 years old. There are no services scheduled at this time. 

Edwin Dewey MacLennan

Edwin Dewey MacLennan

Dec 10, 2025

Edwin Dewey MacLennan, a cherished resident of Waterloo, Iowa, passed away at home on December 10, 2025, at the age of 86. Born on August 2, 1939, in Waterloo, Edwin was the beloved son of John and Thelma (Courtney) MacLennan.

Edwin's journey through life began with his education at Waterloo West High School, but his commitment to service led him to...

Laverne Herman Klitzke

Laverne Herman Klitzke

Dec 10, 2025

Laverne Herman Klitzke (Vern), a devoted husband, father, and friend, peacefully departed this life on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, in Cedar Falls, Iowa. He reached the venerable age of 89.

Born on July 24, 1936, to Herman and Doris (Westcott) Klitzke in Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin, Vern was one of six children. After graduating high school in Whitewater, Wisconsin, Vern enlisted in...

James (Fella) Hules Putman Sr

James (Fella) Hules Putman Sr

Dec 8, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of James Hules Putman Sr., affectionately known as "Fella," who departed this world on December 8, 2025, at the age of 67 in his home in Waterloo. Born on September 24, 1958, Fella was a cherished soul whose life was marked by love for his family and had an unwavering...

Janice Ilene Fisher

Janice Ilene Fisher

Dec 7, 2025

Janice Ilene Fisher, of Waterloo, passed away on Sunday, December 7, 2025, at the age of 80. She was a beloved daughter, wife, mother, and grandmother, whose life was defined by dedication to her family and community.

Born on May 20, 1945, in Mason City, Iowa, Janice was the daughter of Charles and Merle (Jensen) Otto. After completing her education at...

Larry Allen Leistikow

Larry Allen Leistikow

Dec 6, 2025

Master Sergeant Larry Allen Leistikow, 74, passed away on December 6, 2025, at Wellstar Tranquility Hospice in Marietta, Georgia. He was held and surrounded by his family during his passing. Born on June 30, 1951, in Waterloo, Iowa, Larry lived a life marked by service, scholarship, and deep devotion to his family and country.

Larry began his military journey in 1974...

Grace Frances Deutsch

Grace Frances Deutsch

Dec 5, 2025

Grace Frances Deutsch of Raymond, IA, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 5, 2025, at the remarkable age of 100 years young. Her life was a tapestry woven with love, laughter, and cherished moments that will be forever remembered by those fortunate enough to have known her.

Born on May 22, 1925, in the Barron/Dallas area of Wisconsin, Grace was the...

Larry Herbert Simmons

Larry Herbert Simmons

Nov 29, 2025

Larry Herbert Simmons, a beloved figure in the Waterloo community, passed away on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at the age of 81. Born on April 2, 1944, at St. Francis Hospital, he was the cherished son of Lloyd and Dorothy (Munson) Simmons.

Larry grew up in Waterloo and graduated from Waterloo East High School in 1962. Shortly thereafter, he met the...