Local obituaries for Rieken Funeral Home

Jan 21, 2026

Linda Kay Clute was born on February 20, 1961 in Fort Madison, Iowa, the daughter of Verle and Diana (Swink) Clute. Linda entered into eternal peace on January 21, 2026, at her home in Oakland.

Her early years were spent in Burlington, Iowa, where she graduated from high school. She later lived in Ottumwa before settling in...

Jan 19, 2026

Jessica Lynn Laughlin, born on August 18, 1989, in Omaha, NE, was a vibrant and adventurous spirit who touched the lives of many. She grew up in a loving home on her family's farm east of Carson, IA, where she spent cherished time with her grandparents in Macedonia and with her close friend Kaytlin Shannon. Jessica was...

Jan 11, 2026

Jeffrey Thomas Tye, the son of Jack Ellis and Donna Joanne (Forsyth) Tye, was born February 13, 1964, in Greenfield, IA.  He died January 11, 2026, at his home in McCool Junction, NE, at the age of 61 years, 10 months, and 29 days.

Jeff grew up on the family farm northwest of...

Jan 7, 2026

Russell "Rusty" James Hering, born on November 10, 1971, in Atlantic, IA, passed away on January 7, 2026, at the age of 54. Rusty was the beloved son of Kenneth Dean and the late Fonda Rae Hering.

He grew up in Oakland, IA, where he graduated from Oakland High School in 1990, actively...

Dec 1, 2025

Carol Marie Dreyer, born on June 14, 1940, to Fred and Dorothy (Pace) Hauger, passed away on December 1, 2025, at the age of 85 at the Oakland Manor Nursing Home in Oakland, IA. Carol spent her early years in Treynor and graduated from Treynor High School in 1958. She married Gary Allen Dreyer on June 21,...

Nov 27, 2025

Linda Sue Mundorf, born on July 31, 1948, in Red Oak, IA, was the beloved daughter of Donald and Enola Peterson. She passed away on November 27, 2025, at Nebraska Methodist Hospital in Omaha, NE, at the age of 77.

Linda spent her early years on a farm south of Stanton, IA, and...

Nov 25, 2025

Roberta "Bobby" Jean Jurchen, the daughter of Gilbert and Lily Laverne (Crouse) Rieken, was born November 28, 1933, in Albia, NE. She died November 25, 2025, at Red Oak Nursing and Rehab, in Red Oak, IA, at the age of 91 years, 11 months, and 28 days.

Bobby moved to Griswold, Iowa, in...

Nov 23, 2025

Lois Elaine Bailey, born on January 19, 1931, in Macedonia, Iowa, passed away on November 23, 2025, at the age of 94 at the Heritage House in Atlantic, Iowa. She was the beloved daughter of Earl and Maude (Dungan) Keast of Carson, Iowa. Lois grew up on the family farm with her two sisters, Laura and Joyce,...

Nov 22, 2025

Robert Wade Traylor, born on March 31, 1935, in Beatrice, NE, passed away on November 22, 2025, at Primrose Retirement Village in Council Bluffs, IA, at the age of 90 years, 7 months, and 23 days. He grew up near the Cathedral in Omaha and attended Cathedral High School. Robert pursued higher education at Omaha University and Creighton, earning...

Nov 16, 2025

Betty Faye Auten, born on February 15, 1948, in St. Joseph, MO, to Harry and Irene (Galloway) Ritzinger, passed away on Sunday, November 16, 2025, at CHI Mercy Hospital in Council Bluffs, IA, at the age of 77 years, 9 months, and 1 day.

Betty grew up in St. Joseph and worked as...

Oct 16, 2025

Dale Robert Lampman, 83, of Waterloo, Iowa died peacefully October 16, 2025.

Dale was born on November 10, 1941, to Beulah Ekren and Willard Litty. He was raised from age 5 by his adoptive parents Robert and Leone Lampman. Dale graduated from Waterloo East High in 1960. He  was married to Sharon Geary...

Oct 15, 2025

Frances Elaine Rollins, the daughter of Harry Luther and Opal Marie (Twaddle) Calhoon, was born September 30, 1933, in Shambaugh, IA. Frances died October 15, 2025, at her home in Oakland, IA, at the age of 92 years and 15 days.

Frances lived in several different places before moving to Oakland, IA when...

Oct 9, 2025

Judith "Judie" Marie Boruff, the daughter of John and Gladys (Mass) Eckert, was born April 29, 1947, in Council Bluffs, IA. Judie died October 9, 2025, at her home in Oakland, IA, at the age of 78 years, 5 months, and 10 days after a short but courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.

Judie...

Oct 6, 2025

Roberta Marie "Bert" Shellberg, the daughter of Wayne Scott and Alberta Alice (Lee) Kimpson, was born March 5, 1939, in Adams County, IA. Bert died October 6, 2025, at Atlantic Specialty Care in Atlantic, IA, at the age of 86 years.

Bert attended Griswold High School and lived in several different places including...

Oct 6, 2025

Scott Mitchell Mueller, born on August 6, 1957, in Atlantic, Iowa, passed away at home on October 6, 2025, at the age of 68. He was the beloved son of Henry 'Hank' and Janice 'Jan' Mueller and the middle child of five siblings.

Scott spent his early years on the family farm and...

Sep 13, 2025

Bonnie Jean Redding, born on September 10, 1946, in Atlantic, Iowa, passed away on September 13, 2025. She was a beloved resident of Elliott, IA, where she lived a life full of love and service. Bonnie was the wife of Bob Redding, with whom she celebrated 60 years of marriage. Together, they built a life on their...

Sep 8, 2025

Eloyce Lena Kline, born on July 17, 1936, in Noble Township near Lyman, passed away leaving behind a legacy of love and dedication. She spent her early years in the Lyman area, where she developed a strong work ethic by helping on the family farm. Eloyce's passion for baking was nurtured at home, where she learned from...

Sep 6, 2025

Donna Lea Casey, the daughter of Edgar and Francis (Kemling) Reynolds, was born January 18, 1952, at the family home in Griswold, IA. Donna died September 6, 2025, at the Cass County Memorial Hospital in Atlantic, IA, at the age of 73 years, 7 months, and 19 days.

Donna attended school in Elliott,...

Aug 25, 2025

Curtis William Potter, 67, of Grove City, OH, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2025 following an extended illness. He was born on November 25, 1957, in Red Oak, IA, to the late Neil and Ruby Mae Potter. Curtis grew up on a small family farm in Griswold, IA and later attended Iowa State University, where he...

Aug 23, 2025

David Michael Mortensen was born in Omaha on November 12, 1990 to Richard and Sue (Grove) Mortensen, the second of the three children with which they were blessed.  He went home to the Lord on August 23, 2025, from one of his favorite places, the lake, surrounded by his family including all his beloved nieces and nephews....