Thomas Mark Callanan

VINTON TODAY
May 20, 2019 9:06 pm

Thomas Mark Callanan, 32, of Cedar Rapids, decided to end his life, passing away on May 17, 2019. With his final act, Tom donated several organs, giving life to others.

Michael D. "Mike" Allen

VANSTEENHUYSE FUNERAL HOME
May 18, 2019 11:16 am

Michael D. “Mike” Allen, 54, died Friday, May 17, 2019, at his home in Cedar Rapids following a courageous battle with cancer.Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:30 a.

Lawrence William "Bill" Bell

VANSTEENHUYSE FUNERAL HOME
May 16, 2019 11:16 am

Lawrence William “Bill” Bell, 69, passed away May 9, 2019 after a valiant battle with cancer.Honoring his requests, he was cremated and there will be no formal services.

John "Oscar" Coonrad

PHILLIPS FUNERAL HOME
May 16, 2019 6:28 am

 John "Oscar" Coonrad, age 76 died May 14, 2019 at home following an extended illness.He was born September 27, 1942 near Dundee to Frank and Lilly Coonrad.

Dominick Nace

VINTON TODAY
May 16, 2019 6:25 am

Dominick Nace, 49, of Blairstown, formerly of Victor, died Friday, May 10, 2019, at his home. A funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, May 17, at St.

LuAnn Renae Hansen

PHILLIPS FUNERAL HOME
May 14, 2019 2:06 pm

 LuAnn Renae Hansen, age 57, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 13, 2019, at University Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City, following a 15 year battle with cancer.

Beau Randall Keel

PHILLIPS FUNERAL HOME
May 14, 2019 1:16 pm

Beau Randall Keel, 9 month old son of Ben and Pam Keel, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 12, 2019 at University Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City with his loving family by his side.

Viola Pearl McNeill

VANSTEENHUYSE FUNERAL HOME
May 13, 2019 9:12 am

V Viola Pearl McNeill, 97, passed away Wednesday, May 8, 2019, at her residence under hospice care. A graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.

William O. Blough

VINTON TODAY
May 13, 2019 9:08 am

William O. Blough, 66, of Branson, Mo., formerly of Newhall, Iowa, died Thursday, April 18, 2019, at home following a sudden illness. Bill was born Jan.

Available Resources for Dealing with Grief

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
May 12, 2019 6:46 pm

Life sometimes seems overwhelming when we lose a loved one. Fortunately, we live in a day and age that has made various resources available if you know where to look.