Honoring the Lives of Those We've Lost in Dysart and Traer, Iowa
Delmar "Frog" W. Dreessen
May 15, 2026
Delmar “Frog” W. Dreessen, age 90, passed away on May 15, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of stories, laughter, friendship, and unforgettable memories shared with all who knew him.
Delmar was born on January 15, 1936, in a rural farmhouse on the county line between Tama and Black Hawk Counties in his beloved home state of Iowa. Growing up in the...
Carol Ann Waltemate
May 9, 2026
Carol Ann Waltemate was born on December 18, 1941, in Waverly, Iowa, to Earnest and Zenetta (Hack) Waltemate. She graduated from Plainfield High School in 1960 and attended beauty school in 1961. In 1962, she opened a beauty shop in Traer with Marlys Stuart. She later worked with Donna Franklin before moving her shop, Countryside Beauty Salon, to her home...
Victoria Lee Huebner
May 21, 2026
Victoria Lee Huebner, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and a beacon of boundless love and faith, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2026, at the age of 78, surrounded by her beloved family. Born on December 26, 1947, in Waterloo, Iowa, to Eli and Beatrice (McDermott) Uhlenhopp, Victoria’s life was a testament to devotion, resilience, and warmth.
A proud graduate...
Charles "Chuck" Raye Larsen
May 8, 2026
Charles “Chuck” Larsen passed away on May 8th, 2026 in Peoria, Illinois, leaving behind a legacy of laughter and devotion to those he loved most.
Chuck was born in Waterloo, Iowa, to Raymond Larsen and Frances (Kanis) Larsen, and was the eldest of two siblings. Following high school, Chuck attended Iowa State University before pursuing a career as a machinist and...
Marjorie Ann Kriz
May 4, 2026
Marjorie Ann (Kopriva) Kriz, a cherished soul who touched the lives of many, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 4, 2026, at the age of 98. Surrounded by her loving family at Sunrise Hill Nursing Center in Traer, Marjorie's departure marked the conclusion of a life rich with devotion, kindness, and enduring love.
Born on October 20, 1927, in Dysart, Iowa,...
Keith Eugene Wendt
Apr 21, 2026
Keith Eugene Wendt, 94 of Traer Iowa, passed away on Tuesday April 21, 2026 at Sunrise Hill Care Center. Full obituary is pending. There will be Celebration of Life at a later date.
Gregory Lee Drajna
Mar 25, 2026
Gregory Lee Drajna, a cherished soul whose life was marked by service, love, and unwavering kindness, passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at Cedar Falls Health Care Center in Cedar Falls, Iowa. At the age of 76, Greg left behind a legacy rich with memories that will be treasured by all who knew him.
Born on November 24, 1949, in...
Corrine Luella (Hulme) Mauderer
Mar 23, 2026
Corrine Luella (Hulme) Mauderer, a cherished mother, devoted wife, and steadfast member of her community, peacefully passed away on Monday, March 23, 2026, At Unity Point Hospital, surrounded by the loving presence of her family. She was 97 years old.
Born on August 8, 1928, in Tama, Iowa, Corrine was one of six children to Merritt and Nellie (Lyman) Hulme. Her...
Renate Schons
Mar 4, 2026
Renate Schons was born March 20, 1943, in Wiesbaden, Germany, daughter of Theresa Mertz. She was married to Gerald Schons, which brought her to Iowa, they later divorced. Most of her life, Renate was a caregiver and a homemaker. She enjoyed playing bingo and going to the casino with her girlfriends. Renate spent precious time with her very good friend,...
Jeffrey John Cizek
Feb 20, 2026
Jeffrey John Cizek, 71, of Traer, IA, passed away peacefully at home on February 20, 2026, surrounded by his loving wife and family. He was a man of great character, known for his resilience, kindness, and an unwavering dedication to his family and work.
Born in Waterloo, IA, on March 1, 1954, to Ellsworth and Marlys (Wacha) Cizek, Jeff grew up...
Vicky Lea Tanner
Feb 1, 2026
Vicky Lea Tanner was born May 23, 1954, in Iowa City, Iowa, the daughter of Donn and Patty (Tanner) Lewis. She graduated from North Tama High School in 1972. Vicky worked at Traer Manufacturing, then attended Hawkeye Community College, where she earned her degree in Accounting. She worked at Quest Communications, until working at the Meskwaki Casino. Later, Vicky was...
Ronald Marlyn Dengler
Jan 31, 2026
Ronald Marlyn Dengler, a beloved figure in the Dysart community, passed away on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at MercyOne Hospital, surrounded by his family. He was 77 years old at the time of his passing. Ronald's life, marked by unwavering strength and spirited joy, was a testament to the love he shared with those around him.
Born on November 2, 1948,...
Rachelle Yvonne Heichel
Jan 16, 2026
It is with heavy hearts and deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Rachelle Yvonne Heichel, who left us on January 16, 2026, in Waterloo, IA, at the age of 22, after a brief but serious illness. Rachelle was born on November 5, 2003, and throughout her life, she was a gentle, radiant soul whose spark for life touched...
Phyllis Brandt
Jan 12, 2026
Phyllis Jean (Mauser) Brandt died on Jan. 12, 2026, at Harmony in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Phyllis was born on Monday, Feb. 13, 1928, at her parents’ farm home near New Haven, Iowa. She was the youngest of Lawrence and Esther (Merkel) Mauser’s three daughters. She was raised on the family farm.
Phyllis attended the Douglas #6 country school through 8th grade....
Dixie Lee Christian
Jan 9, 2026
Dixie Lee Christian, 86, of Vinton, formerly of Dysart, passed away peacefully, on Friday, January 9, 2026, at Birdee Cottage in Waterloo.
Dixie was born on September 10, 1939, in Del Norte, Colorado, daughter of Howard and Betty (Greever) Glasener.
On August 28, 1959, Dixie married the love of her life, Duane Christian, he preceded her in death on May 15, 2025....
Martha Ann Winkelpleck
Jan 7, 2026
Martha Ann Winkelpleck was born June 4, 1969, in Modesto, California, daughter of Jessie and Annabelle Gorsuch Riley. She married Randy Winkelpleck on May 20, 2000, at their home in Dysart; he preceded her in death on November 3, 2012. Martha was very creative. She would use unused furniture around her home and make tables, spice racks and shelves.
Martha passed...
Daniel Mead Bradley
Jan 7, 2026
Daniel Bradley was born on August 16, 1954. The son of Albert and Florence (Yohn) Bradley. He graduated from North Tama High School in 1973. He worked for John Deere for 25 years and retired at the age of 44. He then started a construction business with his son and built homes for eight years. He worked out in his...
Mark "Bushy" Daniel Fehr
Jan 5, 2026
Mark “Bushy” Daniel Fehr, of Clutier, IA, peacefully passed away on Monday, January 5, 2026, surrounded by his family. He was 74 years old and had touched the lives of many throughout his journey.
Born in Waterloo, IA, to Clarence and Elsie (Wieck) Fehr on April 14, 1951. He graduated from Dysart High School in 1969 and soon after enlisted in...
Betty Jane (Snow) Coleman
Jan 4, 2026
Betty Jane (Snow) Coleman, formerly of Traer, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at the age of 86 in Marshalltown, IA. She was born on April 22, 1939, in Carlton Township, Tama County, Iowa, to Harvey and Norma (Sievers) Snow.
Betty graduated from Dinsdale High School in 1956 and furthered her education at Gates Business College in Waterloo, where...
Mariel Jean Brubaker
Dec 26, 2025
Mariel Jean (Staker) Brubaker of rural Traer, was called home in the early hours of December 26, 2025. Mariel practiced dental hygiene in the Reinbeck and Cedar Falls area for many years and concluded her career as a teaching adjunct in the Hawkeye Community College Dental Hygiene program. Mariel is survived by her husband, Randy Brubaker, her two children, Leisa...
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