OBITUARIES

Jul 17, 2024

Linda Gay Eliason (September 25, 1946 – July 17, 2024)

It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Linda Gay Eliason, a dedicated nurse whose compassion and unwavering commitment touched countless lives.  Linda’s journey was one of service, empathy, and healing—a legacy that will forever resonate within our hearts.  Linda passed away Wednesday,...

Jul 8, 2024

Pamela Irene Brennan, 77, of New Liberty, was taken from this life on Monday, July 8th from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. At the present time there are no services planned, however, please feel free to leave your condolences on www.fryfuneralhome.com.

Pamela, daughter of Donald and Genevieve Lensch Wikert, was born on September 4, 1946 in...

Jul 6, 2024

Helen Kathryne Paul, 93, of Tipton, entered eternity early Saturday morning, July 6, 2024 while under the care of the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics. Visitation will begin at 10:00 am and a Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 am on Monday, August 26, 2024 at the Trinity Lutheran Church. Charline Thumm will be officiating. Should friends...

Jul 5, 2024

Edith M. (Clements) Goff passed away on, Friday July 5th, 2024 at the age of ninety-eight. Edith was born to Nancy (Reed) Clements and Clarence “Ed” Clements on July 22, 1925, in Buchanan Iowa. Edith grew up on various farms in Cedar County near Tipton and graduated from Tipton High School in 1943.

After High School she...

Jul 2, 2024

Greg A. Kenney, 63, of Tipton, IA, formerly of Bishop Hill, died Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at his home.

He was born May 28, 1961 in Galesburg, the son of David L. and Carol S. (Johnson) Kenney. He had been married to Celina Kemp and then later to Carrie Cunningham. Survivors include his mother of Bishop Hill,...

Jun 28, 2024

Kevin Miles McClure, 51, of Stanwood, was found in the McAndrews Wildlife Area in Clinton County on June 28, 2024.  Kevin passed away doing what he enjoyed, spending time outdoors and being with nature. A Celebration of Life will take place at a later date but feel free to leave your condolences at www.fryfuneralhome.com. Memorials may be directed to...

Jun 27, 2024

Harry Lee Butler, 83, passed away on June 27, 2024. Visitation will be held Friday, July 5, 2024, at 10 AM, immediately followed by his funeral at 12 PM, all located at Fry Funeral Home in Tipton, IA. Burial will be at the Tipton Masonic Cemetery.

Harry was born June 29, 1940, at home in Corydon, Iowa,...

Jun 27, 2024

Thomas ‘Tom’ Francis Fagan, 81 years of age, found peace when he drew his last breath on Thursday, June 27, 2024 while under the care of Frontida Assisted Living and Memory Care in Elkhorn, Wisconsin. We will come to honor and remember his life on Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at with a time of visitation from 10:00 am to...

Jun 12, 2024

Marlin Dee Christian, 79, of Rochester (Tipton) drew his last breath in the comfort of his own home early on Wednesday, June 12, 2024. As Marlin requested, his body was cremated and there will be a graveside service in the Rochester Cemetery on June 29, 2024 at 2:00 PM followed by a Celebration of Life that will follow at...

Jun 10, 2024

Kyle Allan Dierks, 28, beloved son, brother, grandson, uncle, nephew, veteran, and friend unexpectedly passed away Monday, June 10, 2024.  Visitation for Kyle will be on Saturday, June 15, 2024, at 9 AM, immediately followed by his funeral at 11 AM, all located at Calvary Foursquare Church, Tipton, IA.  Military Rites will be bestowed at Tipton Masonic Cemetery, where...

Jun 6, 2024

Melissa Ann Snyder, 45, of Tipton, Iowa, entered eternity Thursday, June 6, 2024 at University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City.  Visitation will be held 9 – 10:30 AM, with funeral services immediately following at 10:30 AM on Monday, June 10, 2024 at Fry Funeral Home, Tipton.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Melissa Snyder...

Jun 1, 2024

Lyle Gerald Corbett, 36, of Centerville and formerly of Tipton, entered his eternal rest on Saturday, June 1, 2024. Visitation for Lyle will be held Friday, June 7, 2024 from 4-7 PM at Fry Funeral Home, Tipton.  There will be a Celebration of Life Service on Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 10:30 AM at Fry Funeral Home, Tipton. A...

Jun 1, 2024

Brian Brownell Telleen, 70, of Atalissa entered eternal rest Saturday, June 1, 2024 at University of Iowa Health Care in Iowa City, Iowa.  Visitation will begin at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 5, 2024, followed by the Funeral Service at 11:00 a.m., all at Fry Funeral Home, Tipton, Iowa.   Burial will be held at Tipton Masonic Cemetery in Tipton,...

May 19, 2024

Clifford LeRoy Krutsinger, 95, of Clarence, passed away peacefully with family by his side on May 19, 2024 at the Clarence Nursing Home in Clarence, Iowa.  Visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 from 4:00 to 7:00 pm at Fry Funeral Home in Tipton, Iowa.  A funeral service will be held Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 11:00...

May 11, 2024

Marcia Ann Villhauer, 81, of Tipton, entered her eternal rest in the early morning hours on Saturday, May 11, 2024 in the Cedar Manor Nursing Home. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 14th from 9:00 to 11:00 am immediately followed by her funeral service at 11:00 am at Fry Funeral Home, Tipton. Burial will follow in the Rochester...

May 10, 2024

Kathleen Ann Ferguson, affectionately known as Kathi to her loved ones, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2024, at the age of 73 in Iowa City, IA. Born on May 14, 1950, in Estherville, IA, Kathi's life was a testament to her unwavering faith and her deep love for her family.

Kathi's journey began as the cherished...

Apr 30, 2024

Don went to his eternal rest on April 30, 2024. Visitation for Don will be held at the Fry Funeral Home in Tipton, Iowa on Friday May 3 from 4-7 PM. There will be a funeral service on May 4 at 1 00 PM at the Fry Funeral Home in which all friends and family are welcome. The family...

Apr 30, 2024

Nelson Ray Meyers, 72, Tipton, peacefully passed away April, 30, 2024 at his home surrounded by his family.  Visitation will be Sunday, May 5, 2024 from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. at Fry Funeral Home in Tipton. Funeral Services for Nelson will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, May 6, 2024 at Tipton’s First United Church of Christ, with...

Apr 19, 2024

John Perry (J. P.) Nelson, 59, passed away in the familiar surrounds of his own home from conditions of congestive heart disease in West Branch on Friday, April 19, 2024. Graveside services will be open to the public and held on Monday, April 22nd at 1:00 pm in the Rochester Cemetery, officiated by Rev. Dr. Charles Klink (Rochester United...

Apr 15, 2024

Thomas Duane Ehresman, 83, of Tipton, passed peacefully away in his home on Monday, April 15, 2024, from complications of an extended illness. A visitation will be held on Saturday, April 20, 2024, from 9:00 to 11:00 am at Fry Funeral Home followed immediately with the funeral service beginning at 11:00 am, also at Fry Funeral Home. Cremation will...