All Obituaries

Richard Lee Irving Sr., age 79, of Moravia, passed away Thursday, November 24, 2022 at his home. Richard was born on May 10, 1943 in Des Moines, Iowa, the son of Ernest and Margaret Louise (Bowen) Irving.  After high school Richard enlisted in the United States Navy. Richard spent four years in the service, honorably discharged in 1964.  He later attended college and received his degree in Diesel Mechanics. Richard worked numerous jobs throughout the years, including Rubbermaid...

Richard “Rickmo” Wade Thomas, age 60, of Mystic, passed away Wednesday, November 23, 2022 at his home. Rickmo was born on December 1, 1961 in Michigan City, Indiana, the son of Richard and Sharon (Tuszynski) Thomas.  Rickmo held different jobs throughout his lifetime.  He worked as a carpenter building houses and other construction work with Jimmy Walker Construction, tending bars, and most recently at Rubbermaid in Centerville.  In his free time, Rickmo enjoyed...

Lorene “Lori” Johnson, age 58, of Centerville, passed away Monday, November 14, 2022 at MercyOne Medical Center in Centerville. Lori was born on July 30, 1964 in Phoenix, Arizona, the daughter of Paul and Martha “Suzy” (Leach) Varner.  On August 8, 1984, she was united in marriage to Raymond Johnson.  To this union, one child was born, Jennifer.  The couple later divorced. Lori managed Wizard Cleaning Business (auto detailing and carpet cleaning) in...

Dixie Jo Ann Agan, age 73, of Centerville passed away Sunday, November 13, 2022 at Wayne County Hospital in Corydon. Dixie was born on May 3, 1949, the daughter of Harry and Murl (Bankson) Peek.  She was united in marriage to Danny Lee Agan Sr. on August 20, 1966 in Centerville, Iowa.  To this union, Danny Agan Jr. was born. Left to cherish Dixie’s memory are her husband of 56 years, Danny Agan Sr. of Centerville; her son, Danny Agan Jr. (Rhonda) of Bakersfield, California;...

Anita Abigail Ball, age 88, of Mystic, passed away Sunday, November 13, 2022 at her home. Anita was born on September 11, 1934 in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the daughter of John Joseph Burns and Anita (Gray) Burns.  She graduated from Wilson High School in Long Beach, California.  On June 14, 1952 she was united in marriage to Frank Irvin Ball Jr, and to this union, three children were born, Frank III, Patrick, and Lorie. Left to cherish Anita’s memory are her children,...

John Charles “Chuck” McAninch, age 79, of Moravia passed away Friday, November 11, 2022 at Taylor House Hospice in Des Moines surrounded by his family. Charles was born on February 8, 1943 in Centerville, Iowa the son of John & Jessie (Sheldon) McAninch. Charles graduated from Moravia High School in 1961.  After high school, he attended Centerville Community College. Charles was united in marriage to Linda Talbot on June 1, 1968 in Centerville, Iowa. To this union,...

Lottie Lucille Robinson, age 102, of Moravia, passed away Sunday, November 6, 2022 at Monroe County Hospital in Albia. Lucille was born on July 14, 1920 to Frank Augustus and Ida Frances (Stevens) Cox.  Lucille was united in marriage to John William “Bill” Robinson on July 18, 1936. To this union, they had four children, Carolyn Joyce-deceased, Ronald Dean-deceased, Carol Marie, and Billy Gene. Lucille made quilts for all of her family and friends.  She always looked...

Richard Charles Gardner age 88, of Centerville, passed away peacefully Friday, November 4, 2022 in the company of his loving wife, Barbara and his daughter, Julie. Richard was born on October 10, 1934, the second child of six, born to Charles and Nadyne (Jordan) Gardner of Centerville, Iowa.  As a child, Richard attended the one room “Hakes” grade school.  He then went on to graduate from Centerville High School with the Class of 1952.  After graduation, he joined...

Russell L. Strickler, age 73, of Numa, passed away Thursday, October 27, 2022 at Wayne County Hospital in Corydon, Iowa. Russell was born on September 19, 1949 in Centerville, Iowa, the son of Raymond and Velma (Herrold) Strickler.  He graduated from Centerville High School with the Class of 1968.  On December 4, 1970, Russell was united in marriage to Marie Smith, and to this union, three children were born, Tina, Daniel and William. Russell began working for Centerville...

Dick Edward Stickler, age 82, of Centerville, passed away Monday, October 24, 2022 at Putnam County Care Center in Unionville, Missouri. Dick was born on October 10, 1940, the son of Jess Gerald and Nellie (Coates) Stickler.  He graduated from Centerville High School with the Class of 1959.  He continued his education at Indian Hills Community College for a year.  On June 6, 1965, Dick was united in marriage to Beverly Rose Anders at the Centerville First Baptist Church, and...