OBITUARIES

Jan 4, 2025

Patrick Michael ‘Mike’ Drew, 60, of Tipton, entered into a world free from any illness on Saturday, January 4, 2025 in the quiet comfort of his home after battling a form of carcinoma. At the present time there are no services planned but you may feel free to leave your condolences at www.fryfuneralhome.com.

Mike was born on...

Jan 3, 2025

Rosemary Marjorie (White) Penningroth, 91, passed peacefully from this life on January 3, 2025, in Clive, IA. Visitation will be held at Saint Mary’s Catholic Church in Tipton on January 8, 2025, from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m., followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. A luncheon will be held at St. Mary’s Parish Hall, adjacent to the...

Jan 1, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Randall Roland Burmeister, who departed this life in the comfort of his own home on January 1, 2025, at the age of 75. Graveside services will be held in honor of Randy's life at Inland Cemetery on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at 1:00 PM (weather permitting), followed by...

Dec 26, 2024

Rebecca Lucille Wathan, 77, passed away peacefully on December 26, 2024, in the comfort of her home in rural Tipton, IA, surrounded by her children.  Arrangements and care have been provided by Fry Funeral Home, Tipton, IA.  A graveside memorial service for Mrs. Rebecca Wathan will be held at Montrose Cemetery at a later date.  Memorials may be designated...

Dec 14, 2024

Ina Ella Hack, 102, of Tipton, met our Heavenly Father on Saturday, December 14, 2024, surrounded by the love of her family and friends. In honor of her life, visitation will be held at the First United Church of Christ on December 18, 2024, beginning at 4:30 PM. The funeral service will take place the following day, December 19,...

Dec 6, 2024

Roger Dean Wiese, 85, of Bettendorf and formerly of Bennett, entered his eternal rest late Friday night, December 6, 2024, while under the care of the Clarissa Cook Hospice House in Bettendorf. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at 11:00 AM at Fry Funeral Home, Tipton. Burial will be in Inland Cemetery, Bennett. Pallbearers will...

Nov 29, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Kevin Mathew Williams, who departed this life on November 29, 2024, at the age of 53. Born on January 16, 1971, in Wisconsin, Kevin has overcome a lot of life's challenges with resilience and strength.  Despite his circumstances, he touched the lives of those around him with his...

Nov 24, 2024

Rosalyn Lee (Spear) Hill, 88, of Tipton, stepped peacefully into eternity early Sunday morning, November 24, 2024 while under the care of Cedar Manor Nursing Home. Graveside services will be held on Sunday, December 1, 2024 at 2:00 pm, Red Oak Cemetery, Tipton. Pastor Kerri Sandusky will officiate. Pallbearers will be John Meixner, Mattea Labs, Landan Hill, Carter Hill,...

Nov 22, 2024

Donna Salyars

May 2, 1936 - November 22, 2024

Born on May 2, 1936, in Rochester, IA, Donna Marie Salyars peacefully passed away on November 22, 2024, at her residence in Rochester, IA. Donna was a devoted daughter, sister, mother, and grandmother, leaving behind a legacy of love and dedication to her family and community....

Nov 12, 2024

Barbara Jean Post, a beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2024, in Tipton, Iowa. Born on April 27, 1958, in Washington, Iowa, Barbara led a life filled with love, laughter, and dedication to her family.

Barbara was born to David Galloway and Carol McIntyre. She married Randall Post on July 27,...

Nov 5, 2024

Cynthia Sue Carlisle, 85, of Tipton, Iowa, and Greeley, Colorado died peacefully at her home in Greeley, Colorado on November 5, 2024.  She was born February 15, 1939, in Tipton, Iowa to Loren and Kathryn (Roberts) Carlisle.

Cynthia graduated from Tipton High School in 1957.  She received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Physical Education from the...

Oct 25, 2024

James Donald Goatley, Jr, 81, of Tipton, entered his eternal rest on Thursday, October 25, 2024 while under the care of the Cedar Manor Nursing Home in Tipton, Iowa. His wishes were to be cremated and no formal services are planned. Online condolences may be shared at www.fryfuneralhome.com.

James was born on October 9, 1943 in Denver,...

Oct 14, 2024

Christina Maria Leischner, 77, of Tipton, passed away peacefully in the early morning of October 14, 2024 with her beloved husband by her side.  Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 17, 2024, from 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Tipton, IA.  A Celebration of Life/Memorial Mass will follow at 10:30 AM, at the...

Oct 8, 2024

Gloria Jane Yock age 91, last residing in Anacortes, Washington, passed away peacefully on 10/08/2024 after a short illness. She was born on 03/03/1933 in Tipton, Iowa.  She lived most of her adult life in central Iowa in the cities of Tipton, Stanwood, and Coralville.  Later in life she lived with her children in the states of Alabama, Florida...

Oct 7, 2024

David Kendall Brobst, 68 years of age, passed away on Monday, October 7th in the comfort of his home. David will be cremated and there will be a Gathering of Family and Friends on Saturday, October 26, 2024 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm at Fry Funeral Home in Tipton.  Online condolences may be shared at www.fryfuneralhome.com.

David...

Sep 27, 2024

Willard LeRoy Gaunt, 83, of Tipton, Iowa, peacefully passed away on September 27, 2024, surrounded by his family at home. Graveside services to honor Willard’s life will be held on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at 11:00 am in the Red Oak Grove Cemetery, rural Tipton, with the Rev. Ronald Lashmit officiating.  In lieu of flowers memorials can be sent...

Sep 24, 2024

Joanne June (Thurston) Daufeldt, 90, of Tipton, passed from this life on Tuesday, September 24, 2024 while under the care of the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics. Graveside services will be held on Friday, September 27, 2024 at 11:00 am in the Tipton Masonic Cemetery with the Rev. Ronald Lashmit, Officiating. Online condolences may be shared at www.fryfuneralhome.com....

Sep 22, 2024

Ronald George Burroughs, 85, of Tipton, peacefully passed away September 22, 2024, under the wonderful care of St. Luke’s Hospice, Cedar Rapids.  Visitation for Ron will be held on Monday, September 30, 2024 from 9:00 – 11:00 AM, at Fry Funeral Home, Tipton, IA.  Funeral services will immediately follow the visitation at 11:00 AM, also at Fry Funeral Home. ...

Sep 19, 2024

Nancy Lee (Hubbell) Demmel, aged 83, of Tipton, IA, peacefully transitioned from this life into Heaven’s glory on September 19, 2024, at Cedar Manor Nursing Home in Tipton, IA.  A celebration of life will be held in Nancy’s honor September 29th at 1 PM at the Gathering Tipton. A private graveside service for family and close friends will be...

Sep 12, 2024

Joyce Lorene Clark, 80, of Muscatine, died on Thursday, September 12, 2024 in Aspire Nursing Home in Muscatine, Iowa. It was Joyce’s wish to be cremated and she will eventually will be laid to rest in Evergreen Cemetery in Red Oak, Iowa. Online condolences may be shared at www.fryfuneralhome.com.

Joyce, daughter of Gerald Kinnersley and Hytha Kelley...