Obituaries

Darin Van Arkel
B: 1968-12-27
D: 2024-02-19
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Van Arkel, Darin
Jeffrey Krizer
B: 1961-09-11
D: 2024-01-30
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Krizer , Jeffrey
Drew Hatfield
B: 1948-05-11
D: 2024-01-24
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Hatfield , Drew
Heather Elswick
B: 1971-11-15
D: 2023-11-08
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Elswick , Heather
Brandy Williams Hernandez
B: 1974-12-14
D: 2023-11-07
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Williams Hernandez , Brandy
Daniel "Danny" Ott
B: 1947-12-22
D: 2023-11-04
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Ott, Daniel "Danny"
Mark Haselhuhn
B: 1954-06-03
D: 2023-09-21
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Haselhuhn, Mark
Henrietta Longcor Larson
B: 1929-11-25
D: 2023-09-09
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Longcor Larson, Henrietta
Leland Johnson
B: 1961-04-19
D: 2023-05-08
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Johnson , Leland
Karen Williams
B: 1957-02-22
D: 2023-03-16
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Williams , Karen
Larry McNeese
B: 1950-03-08
D: 2023-03-06
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McNeese , Larry
Steven Allison
B: 1952-01-06
D: 2023-01-26
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Allison, Steven
Barbara Allgood
B: 1938-04-27
D: 2022-11-27
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Allgood, Barbara
Deloris Smith
B: 1938-12-03
D: 2022-11-15
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Smith, Deloris
Brian Chambers
B: 1957-04-23
D: 2022-10-17
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Chambers , Brian
Dale Vroegh
B: 1958-03-20
D: 2022-09-27
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Vroegh, Dale
Max Ohms
B: 1936-06-17
D: 2022-08-15
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Ohms , Max
Connie Harding
B: 1940-11-11
D: 2022-08-12
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Harding , Connie
Nadine Garrett
B: 1936-12-07
D: 2022-07-31
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Garrett, Nadine
Duane Davis
B: 1956-08-18
D: 2022-07-29
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Davis, Duane
Patricia Schlotter
B: 1960-04-10
D: 2022-07-22
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Schlotter, Patricia

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We're here to help. In this section, you can learn why it's important, how it works, and exactly what's involved in pre-need funeral planning. Call us at 641-969-4313 with any questions you may have.

Why People Choose to Plan Ahead

We've had the privilege of assisting many families with their funeral pre-planning. During the time we've spent with them, we've learned more about the reasons behind their decision to take funeral pre-planning seriously.
 
What We've Heard Over the Years
  • Pre-planning my funeral was my way of showing my family just how much I love them.
  • In pre-paying for my funeral arrangements, I've lessened the financial burden on those people I leave behind.
  • I'm very independent and have always made all my own decisions.
  • Some say I like to be in control of everything and they're right!
  • This way my family knows exactly what I want. No one has to get angry or fight, and no one has to feel guilty about making the wrong decision. When I'm gone, they will know what I want.
  • I remember when my mother died. None of us kids knew what to do and absolutely none of us knew what she wanted. No one bothered to ask! I'm just not going to wait for my kids to ask me what I want. I'm going to tell them.
  • I guess it's because I want things done my way. I want to provide my funeral pre-arrangements to our local funeral home to make sure I get what I want.
These are just a few of the comments we've heard during funeral pre-arrangements. Chances are pretty good that some of these statements are true for you as well.
 
Let Us Help
 
If you're ready to begin funeral pre-planning, the first can be taken in the privacy of your own home by using our online funeral pre-planning tool, pre-arrange online. Or, if you'd rather have guidance from one of our funeral pre-planning specialists, call us at 641-969-4313.
 

Funeral Pre-Planning Checklist

We've put together this funeral pre-planning checklist to help you.
 
Taking Care of Finances and Property
  • Create a contact list of everyone who should be notified in a medical emergency or death including the name of your funeral home.
  • Give your executor(s) a copy of your will and the contact list.
  • Give your executor(s) a list of bank and investment accounts, creditors, mortgage or lien information, insurance policies, retirement plans, safe deposit boxes, real and personal properties of value and all related telephone numbers.
  • If you are receiving benefits from Social Security or the Veterans' Administration, your executor needs that information to suspend benefit payments.
  • Select someone you trust to deal with your online accounts: email, online memberships, and social media. Include all relevant information and whether or not they should delete, close, or keep any of the accounts.

Taking Care of Funeral-Related Details

We suggest the following:
  • Make note of all the details you want mentioned in your obituary. You could even take this one step further and write your own obituary.
  • State, in writing, your preferences for burial or cremation.
  • If burial is preferred, provide the details of the cemetery arrangements. If you have not purchased a burial plot, this is the time to do so.
  • If you have chosen burial, what type of casket would you like? Should it be made of wood, metal, or composite materials?
  • If you choose cremation, what do you want done with the ashes?
  • Would you like a traditional funeral, memorial service, or celebration-of-life?
  • If you'd like a celebration-of-life, what location would you suggest for this event?
  • What special activities would you prefer at a celebration-of-life?
  • What music or special readings would you prefer?
  • What type and colors of flowers would you prefer?
  • Would you like to select a charitable organization to receive donations in your name?
  • If you're a veteran, would you like to receive full military honors as part of your service? Would you like to be buried in the grounds of a veterans' cemetery?
Taking Care of Your Pets
 
If you share your life with animal companions, you should think about who you would like to take care of your pets. Consult with the person to see if this is something they are interested in doing for you and then write down your intentions and include all contact information. This should be signed and witnessed, and then given to your executor.
 
Final Tasks in Funeral Pre-Planning
 
In addition to your will, the contact list, and the list of all your online account login details and related documents should be provided to your executor.
 
Finally, you may want to consider paying ahead of time for your funeral choices. Speak to us about how your pre-payment monies will be handled.
 
Before You Leave
 
You will have the peace-of-mind knowing all the details are written down and there can be no mistaking your wishes. If you need help - we're here for you. Call us today at 641-969-4313.

 

Funeral Pre-Arrangement Process
The funeral pre-arrangement process is not complicated: Consider your funeral service options, discuss them with family, and record your wishes for us to follow in the future.
Record Your Wishes
What is the #1 reason people choose to pre-plan their funeral? It's the responsible thing to do. Learn the top reasons people pre-arrange funeral services.
Advance Directives
No one wants to think about a time when they will be unable to make critical health care or end-of-life decisions but it makes sense to complete an advance directive.
Pre-Arrange Online
Our online pre-need funeral planning form makes pre-planning easier.

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