Obituaries
Susan Marie Nelson
Jul 19, 2026
Susan M. Nelson, 85, of Fairfield, passed away Sunday, July 19, 2026 at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City.
Funeral services and Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, July 27, 2026 at St. Mary Catholic Church with Fr. Ross Epping as celebrant. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m....
Curt Schuchman
Jul 18, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Curt E. Schuchman, a devoted husband, father, family man, and friend.
He shared 45 wonderful years of marriage with his beloved wife, Deb. Together they built a life centered on love, family, and lasting memories.
He had a lifelong passion for fishing. Whether casting a line close to home or making...
David E. Van Alst, Jr.
Jul 18, 2026
David E. Van Alst, Jr., 56, passed away Saturday, July 18, 2026 at his home in Coralville.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to National Autism Association and sent to the family at 2951-268th St. Stockport, Iowa 52651. Behner Funeral Home in Fairfield, is assisting the family.
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James A. Egan, Jr.
Jul 16, 2026
James A. Egan, Jr., 79, a resident of Fairfield, passed away Thursday, July 16, 2026 at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City.
A private Mass of Christian Burial was held at St. Mary Catholic Church in Fairfield with burial at Memorial Lawn Cemetery in Fairfield. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s...
Rita Marie Harper
Jul 14, 2026
Rita Marie Harper, 78, of Keosauqua, passed away Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, Illinois surrounded by the love of family.
A celebration of life will be held at the Life Event Center at Behner Funeral Home in Fairfield on Saturday, August 1, from 2:00-4:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Blessing Hospice...
Emily E. Reneker
Jul 13, 2026
Emily Stone Reneker, 89, passed away July 13, 2026 surrounded by her family at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City.
Funeral services celebrating her life will be held at 11:00 am Saturday, July 18, 2026 at Living Hope Bible Church in Eldon. Visitation will be one hour prior to services. Burial will be at Zion Lutheran Cemetery...
Carolyn Jean Cochran
Jul 11, 2026
Carolyn Jean Cochran, 92, a resident of Fairfield, passed away Saturday, July 11, 2026 at Parkview Care Center in Fairfield.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to First Lutheran Church for Come to Supper. Behner Funeral Home in Fairfield is assisting the family.
Jean was born August 3, 1933 in Fairfield, the daughter...
James D. Lane
Jul 10, 2026
With peaceful hearts we share that James Dale Lane, born August 31, 1946, went to be home with his heavenly Father, July 10, 2026.
Jim was the kind of man who made everyone feel welcome. He lived his life centered around those he loved. When he wasn’t working (retired from Dexter), he spent his time piddling around in his garage. He...
Mark Wesley Kraft, Sr.
Jul 9, 2026
Mark Wesley Kraft, Sr., 64, a resident of Fairfield, passed away Thursday, July 9, 2026 at his home.
A Celebration of Life for Mark will be held 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Saturday, August 8, 2026 at the VFW 121 E. Broadway Ave., Fairfield, Iowa. Behner Funeral Home in Fairfield is assisting the family.
Mark was born November 24, 1961 in Grant, Nebraska,...
Roseanna M. Karbacka
Jul 7, 2026
Roseanna M. Karbacka, 79, a resident of Fairfield, passed away Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at her home.
A Memorial Mass celebrating her life will be held 10:30 a.m. Friday, July 24, 2026 at St. Mary Catholic Church in Fairfield with Fr. Ross Epping as celebrant and Fr. Nick Adam con-celebrating. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Friday at the...
Connie Sue Best
Jul 7, 2026
Connie Sue Best, 78, a resident of Fairfield, went home to her Lord and Savior, Tuesday, July 7, 2026, surrounded by her family at Addington Place in Fairfield.
Funeral services celebrating her life will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, July 10, 2026 at Behner Funeral Home in Fairfield. Visitation will be one hour prior to services. Burial will be at...
Beverly J. Naylor
Jul 6, 2026
Beverly “Bev” Jean Naylor, 83 of Fairfield passed away on Monday July 6th.
As were her wishes, cremation has taken place. She will be laid to rest at a later date in a private graveside service.
Bev was born in Linn County, Missouri, August 21, 1942, to parents Charles & Lucille (Ireland) Bishop. The family relocated...
Terri Kaye Ferrel
Jun 24, 2026
Terri Kaye Ferrel, 69, of rural Keosauqua, passed away Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at UI Healthcare Downtown in Iowa City.
A Celebration of Life will be held 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday, July 18, 2026 at The Walton Club in Fairfield. Behner Funeral Home in Fairfield, is assisting the family.
Terri was born July 20, 1956 in Keosauqua, the daughter of...
James D. Williams
Jun 23, 2026
James "Jim" Williams, 84, a resident of Birmingham, passed away at home on Tuesday, June 23, 2026.
There will be no services held at this time. Behner Funeral Home in Fairfield is assisting the family.
He was born January 15, 1942 in Fairfield, Iowa, the son of Paul and Slyvia Williams. He married Lynnette Baldwin on February 27, 1963. They were married...
Judith Ann Liese
Jun 20, 2026
Judith Ann Liese, 85, a resident of Fairfield, passed away Saturday, June 20, 2026 at her home.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
A full obituary will be forthcoming.
Kenneth A. Williams
Jun 15, 2026
Kenneth A. “Sonny” Williams, 86, a resident of Fairfield, passed away Monday, June 15, 2026 at Jefferson County Health Center in Fairfield.
There will be no services held at this time. Cards may be mailed to Jennifer Jones, 804 Liberty Dr. Fairfield, Iowa 52556. Behner Funeral Home is caring for the family.
Kenneth was born August 23, 1939 in Fairfield, the son...
Danny R. Conyers
Jun 14, 2026
Danny R. Conyers, 62, a resident of Fairfield, passed away Sunday, June 14, 2026 at Jefferson County Health Center in Fairfield.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Behner Funeral Home in Fairfield is caring for his family.
Danny was born September 17, 1963 in Keosauqua, the son of Loren Raymond and Melva Deane (Rowe) Conyers. Danny grew...
Ronald D. Jameson
Jun 9, 2026
Ronald D. Jameson, 75, of Milton, passed away Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at Good Samaritan in Ottumwa.
A private graveside service with military honors will be held at Maple Hill Cemetery in Birmingham.
Ron was born May 23, 1951 in Fairfield, the son of Richard and Jacque (McBride) Jameson. He married Judy Brown.
Ron served...
David E. Hart
Jun 5, 2026
David Eugene Hart was born in 1938, New Philadelphia, Ohio. He was the youngest of four, two brothers and a sister. His father, Daniel, was a dentist and a farmer. His mother, Ova, was a home manager and gardener. During the lean times of the depression and WWII, Daniel would trade dental work for produce and chickens.
Dave joined the United...
Clifford Lee Winland
Jun 5, 2026
Clifford Lee Winland, 79, a resident of Fairfield, passed away Friday, June 5, 2026 at Parkview Care Center in Fairfield.
Visitation for family and friends will be 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 10, 2026 with funeral services to follow at 11:00 a.m. at Behner Funeral Home in Fairfield. Memorials may be made to the family.
Cliff was born February 20,...
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