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01/27/2026

Nel E. (Lange) Murray, 79, of Bellevue, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, in Urbandale, Iowa, surrounded by her loving family.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at First Presbyterian Church, Bellevue, Iowa. Family will greet friends at the church from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. prior to the service. Burial will take place in the First Presbyterian Church Cemetery.
Local arrangements are entrusted to Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Bellevue.
Nel was born on January 1, 1947, in Fort Dodge, Iowa, the daughter of Ivan and Dorothy (Ringgenberg) Lange. Her family moved to Elkader, Iowa, where she graduated from Elkader High School in 1965. She later graduated from Upper Iowa University.
She married Virgil Murray on July 13, 1971, beginning a loving marriage that spanned more than five decades.
Nel devoted her life to education, teaching for 37 years at Bellevue Elementary School, where she impacted generations of students with patience, kindness, and a deep love of learning. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church, P.E.O., the Retired Teachers Association, and a lifetime member of the National Education Association (NEA).
Nel found joy in caring for her plants and garden, teaching, and spending time with her grandchildren. She also loved a good murder mystery, keeping up with current events, collecting antiques, shopping at Younkers, and enjoying afternoon naps. Her faith, gentle spirit, and steady presence were a blessing to all who knew her.
Survivors include her husband, Virgil Murray; children; Craig (Jodi) Murray, Mike (Amy) Murray, and Megan (Tria) Vang; 12 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; a brother, Larry (Mary) Lange; two nieces and four nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her father-and mother-in-law, Don and Elizabeth Murray; and sisters-in-law, Donna Murray and Beckie Gruver.
A memorial fund has been established in Nel’s memory at the family’s discretion.
Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.hachmannfuneralhome.com

01/21/2026

Lucille M. (Peters) Deppe, 101, of Andrew, passed away on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. She was born October 7, 1924, the daughter of Alfred and Elda (Wagener) Peters. Graduating from Andrew High School in 1942, she married Allan A. Deppe on October 23, 1946, and farmed alongside her husband as they raised their family. In early years of marriage, she helped with livestock and fieldwork. In later years her famous Goulash helped retain several hired men and nourish her grandchildren. She was the glue of the family.

Lucille’s boundless energy poured over into her support of community. She was a member of St. John’s Catholic Church in Andrew, where she taught religious education and first communion classes and was a Rosary Society member. She was a 4-H club leader for many years, helping with countywide 4-H activities and was called on to be a 4-H judge at many other counties. She was a member of the local Andrew Petal Pals Garden Club and Country Club. Lucille also served 12 years on the Jackson County Zoning Commission and volunteered for the Jackson County Historical Society. As a volunteer, she spent hours helping with restoration of the old County Jail in Andrew. She was affectionately referred to as “Grandma Lucy” not only by her grandchildren, but by others in the community.

Survivors include her children, Jim (JoAnn) Deppe, Larry (Kim) Deppe, Mary Lou Hudrlik, and John (Joell) Deppe; 13 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren; and sisters-in-law, LaVonne Peters and Marcia Peters.

Lucille was preceded in death by her husband Allan; her parents; siblings, Floyd Peters and Elmer Peters; and son-in-law Steve Hudrlik.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 A.M., Saturday, January 31, 2026 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Bellevue. Visitation will be held Friday, January 30, 2026 from 4:30 to 7:00 P.M. at Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home in Bellevue, additional visitation will be 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. prior to Mass at the funeral home. Burial will be at St. John's Catholic Cemetery in Andrew. Following burial, a gathering of fellowship with friends and family will be held at the Andrew Community Center (the old firehouse) in Andrew.

The family wishes to acknowledge and thank Mill Valley Care Center and Sunrise Villa in Bellevue for their wonderful, professional care provided in the twilight of Lucille’s life.

In lieu of flowers, a Lucille Deppe memorial fund has been established.

Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.hachmannfuneralhome.com.

01/21/2026

Jean A. “Gert” (Maiers) Van Deusen of Bellevue, Iowa, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2026, at Mill Valley Care Center, surrounded by care and compassion. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, January 24th at 11:00 am at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Bellevue, with burial to follow in the Parish Cemetery. Visitation will be held prior to the Mass from 9:00–10:30 am at Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home in Bellevue.
Gert was born on September 14, 1932, in Bankston, Iowa, the daughter of Fred and Marie (Greiner) Maiers. She graduated from St. Joseph High School in Bellevue in 1950, where she was an accomplished 6-on-6 girls basketball player and proudly helped win the area championship in 1949. After high school, she attended the American Institute of Commerce in Davenport before moving to Hammond, Indiana, where her sense of adventure led her to enlist in the United States Air Force in 1954.
While serving in the Air Force, Gert continued her love of basketball by playing on recreational teams and enjoyed traveling to different bases. On November 19, 1955, she married Clarence “Van” Van Deusen at Sacred Heart Church in Newburgh, New York. She was honorably discharged in 1956 as an Airman Second Class. During Van’s military career, the family lived at Kadena Air Base in Okinawa, in Grand Heights, Japan, and Griffiss Air Force Base in Rome, NY, before returning home to Bellevue in 1969.
After settling back in Bellevue, Gert worked for 23 years at Jaeger Hardware in Dubuque as Office Manager. Never one to stop learning, she attended the University of Dubuque while working full-time and earned a degree in Business Management and Accounting, something she was very proud of.
Gert was a lifelong sports enthusiast who often attended Marquette High School games and loved following her favorite teams and players online. She cheered faithfully for the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Pittsburgh Steelers and had a special fondness for Kyle Schwarber and Anthony Rizzo. Her love of NASCAR ran so deep that in her 70s she celebrated her favorite driver, Matt Kenseth, by getting a black-and-yellow checkered flag tattoo - proving she never lost her s***k. She also made an annual tradition of attending the Iowa State High School Basketball Tournament in Des Moines.
In addition to basketball trips, Gert loved visiting the Iowa State Fair each year and was always ready to pack a bag for a new adventure. She especially enjoyed trips to Colorado, Montana, Wyoming, Las Vegas, and Tama with cousins and friends, as well as visits and trips with her friends in Red Hats. At home, she was happiest playing Bingo, cards (especially 500), or a competitive game of Yahtzee.
Gert is survived by her daughter Susan (Mike) Davids of Princeton, Iowa; her grandson Justin Davids; her granddaughter Kitty (Devin) McSparin; her beloved great-granddaughters Gabriella Serrano and Lena McSparin, all of Davenport, Iowa, and her stepson Richard Van Deusen of Heber, Arizona. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband; her parents; her in-laws, Corliss and Kathryn Van Deusen; her son, Michael Van Deusen; brothers Fred and James Maiers and sister Grace Maiers; and her stepchildren Thomas Van Deusen and Shari Knotts.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Rick “Hoot” and Beth Michels for their many years of help, friendship, and support. They also wish to thank the staff at Mill Valley Care Center and St. Croix Hospice for their exceptional care, kindness, and compassion shown to Gert and her family.
Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.hachmannfuneralhome.com

01/15/2026

William “Bill” Findley, age 48, of Bellevue, Iowa, passed away on January 12, 2026.
Bill was born on September 24, 1977, in Houston, Texas, to Will and Susan (Hurley) Findley. After many years in Texas, he later made his home in Bellevue, IA, where he met the love of his life. Bill married Bobbie (Schumacher) Findley on July 4, 2008. They had two children, Max and Penelope Findley. Bill found his greatest fulfillment in being a husband and father. His desire to provide for his family led him to pursue continued education and earn his MBA from the University of Dubuque. He was most recently employed as a Data Scientist at Kyndryl.
Bill was known for his generosity and willingness to help others. He never hesitated to step in when someone needed support, including helping his parents on the farm and caring for his grandmother during her final days. Bill was deeply devoted to his children, nieces, and nephews. He took a genuine interest in their lives and enjoyed spoiling them. More than anything, he wanted the people in his life to be happy and taken care of.
He lived life on his own terms, pursuing a wide range of interests and remaining unapologetically himself throughout. Those who knew Bill will remember his quick wit and unmistakable sense of humor. He always had a funny comment or sharp observation ready, often delivered with a laugh that was as contagious as it was unforgettable. His authenticity, kindness, and humor left a lasting impression on everyone he met.
Bill is survived by his wife, Bobbie Findley; his children, Max and Penelope Findley; his parents, Will and Susan Findley; his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Dennis and Marie Schumacher; his brother, James (Gia) Findley; his sisters-in-law, Sabrina Schumacher (Nick Nemmers), Brooke Schumacher (Andy Roberts), Katie Schumacher (Justin Veach), Samantha Schumacher (Josh Kerr); and this nieces and nephews, David, Daniel, Gemma, Jake, Jadyn, Samson, Charlie, Hank, Frankie, Lexi, Cole, Ariani, Gretta, Delia, Cameron, Cadence, Teylor, Benjamin, and Oliver.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Bill and Mary Hurley, James Walton Findley, and Eileen Findley.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, January 18, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Horizon Lanes in Bellevue, Iowa. Local arrangements are being handled by Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home & Cremation Service of Bellevue.

01/04/2026

Robert A Mowry, 91, passed away peacefully on Jan 4, 2026 from a longtime illness surrounded by his family. Funeral Mass will be 10:30 am, Thursday, January 8, 2026 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Williamsburg, Iowa. A Rosary will be recited at 3:30 pm with visitation to follow until 7:00 pm, Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at Powell Funeral Home in Williamsburg, Iowa. Graveside Services with Military Honors Conducted by Marion American Legion Post #298 will be at 2:30 pm at Linwood Cemetery in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Bob was born on May 9, 1934 to Daniel L Mowry and Lucille (Morden) Mowry. He grew up in his grandparents’ home in Tipton, IA where he graduated High School in 1952. After High School, he joined the Navy and did his bootcamp in San Diego. From there, he was assigned to the Navy Special Weapons Unit 1233 in Albuquerque, NM where he was trained to work on Atomic bombs. During his last assignment, he participated in Operation Redwing in Marshall Islands, where he witnessed 17 Atomic and Hydrogen Bomb Tests. After serving 4 yrs in the Navy, he attended Iowa State Teachers College in Cedar Falls, IA for two and a half years. While living there he met hir first wife, Elizabeth Ann (Betty) Busche. Thet were married on August 18, 1959. Together they had 5 children, Chris, Catherine, Angela, Mary and Valerie. They lived in Oelwein for 4 yrs before moving to Lowden, where Bob operated the Lowden Meat Locker for 6 yrs. He then went to work at Oscar Meyer Foods in Davenport as a Production Supervisor for 27 yrs and also the Quad City Times concurrently for 8 yrs, before retiring in 1996. Bob’s philosophy in life was being involved in his community. He served as Mayor of Lowden for 6 yrs, was on the Clarence-Lowden School Board for 6 yrs, 4 yrs as President and was one of five men who formed the Lowden Development Corporation which built the 3/30 Golf and Country Club. He also was active in the Cedar County ARC and helped start the Cedar County Work Activity for Mentally Handicapped Adults. Bob belonged to the Knights of Columbus where he served as Grand Knight, District Deputy, and as a state delegate to the national convention. He was a member of the American Legion for over 60 yrs. he is also a member of the National Association of Atomic Veterans and member of the Navy Nuclear Weapons Association, whereas he earned the honor of the Gray Dragon. Bob was honored when he was selected by United Way of Eastern Iowa as a community hero to carry the Olympic torch as the Olympic flame came thru Iowa City on its way to the Atlanta, GA for the Olympics in 1996. Having been retired in 1996, Bob worked as a volunteer at the Olympic games in Atlanta for three weeks. He and Betty moved to Marion in 1997. He went back to work as a Security Guard at Rockwell Collins for 6 yrs and part time for Murdoch funeral Home for 20 yrs. Bob also served on the Board of Discovery Living for 20 yrs. He and Betty were married for 51 yrs until she passed away on September 22, 2010. They enjoyed dancing, attending their children’s sporting events, camping, and family vacations, going to Iowa football games, and watching their son coach basketball. Going to a dance a year later he met Elaine Martin Hanson. They were married on June 30, 2012 and moved to Williamsburg, IA. They enjoyed life together dancing, playing cards, multiple cruising and traveling trips and watching their grandchildren events. He is survived by his Wife, Elaine, his son Chris (Gail) Mowry, Catherine (Alfonso) Perez, Angie (Scott) Daughtery, Mary (Don) Roberts. 2 Grandsons, 9 Granddaughters. 4 Great Granddaughters, 1 Great-Grandson, 4 Step-children, Diana (Russ) Nichols, Mark (Lisa) Hanson, Angie (Scott) Westcott, Marty (Rachael) Hanson, 10 Step Grandchildren, and 18 Step Great Grandchildren, 2 half sisters, Barbara and Reba, several nieces & nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother William, sister Danna Lu, his first Wife, Betty, daughter Valerie Sue and step-son Mitch Hanson.
In leu of flowers, Memorials can go to Discovery Living Group Homes in Cedar Rapids.

12/30/2025

Roberta “Bobbie” (Gaylor) Schaub, 92, of Bellevue, passed away on Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at Mill Valley Care Center. Private Family Services will be conducted.
Local arrangements with Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue.
Bobbie was born May 29, 1933, the daughter of Donald and Helen (Schwagler) Gaylor. She graduated from Bellevue Community High School and attended nurses training. Bobbie married George F. Schaub on July 20, 1952, he passed on May 18, 2021. Shortly after George’s passing, Bobbie moved to Mill Valley Care Center in 2023. George and Bobbie had the honor of serving as Grand Marshalls of the Bellevue Heritage Days parade after retiring from Schaub’s Garage. Bobbie loved to bake, especially her caramel pecan rolls, making baby quilts, dancing with her husband, George, making many friends over the years at dances. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Bobbie will be truly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Survivors include her children; Beth (Steve) Norpel, Cathy (Willie) Sneller, Karen (Jeff) Stewart, and Abby (Rick) Steines; 11 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren; siblings and in-laws, Karen Sabrowski, John (Ginny) Gaylor, and Nancy Gaylor.
Bobbie was preceded in death by her parents, her husband; and a brother, Arlo Gaylor and a brother in-law, Ed Sabrowski.
The family would like to thank the staff at Mill Valley Care Center and Hospice of Jackson County for your care and support during this time.
Condolences may be mailed to Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home 100 N. 6th St. Bellevue, IA 52031 c/o Roberta “Bobbie” Schaub Family.
Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.hachmannfuneralhome.com

12/27/2025

Janis D. Keil Day, 69, formerly of Anoka, MN passed away on December 26, 2025 at her home in Bellevue, IA.
Janis Dawn Keil was born October 14, 1956 to Harold and Arlene Keil and raised on a farm south of Bellevue. Janis earned a registered nursing degree from Finley School of Nursing and started her career at Finley Hospital in Dubuque, IA before moving to Minnesota. She continued her career as an RN at the University of Minnesota, later joining the School of Nursing faculty for fifteen years. Janis was a life-long learner and went on to be a Certified Nurse Midwife working at Fairview where she delivered babies and was also a clinical educator for 20 future Certified Nurse Midwives. Janis retired in 2022. Janis found delivering babies to be the best job on earth and felt honored to share such an intimate, important and joyous time in people’s lives. She delivered over 1,000 babies in her career. Upon returning to Iowa Janis worked part-time as an RN at Dubuque OB/GYN until she retired again in early 2025.
Janis met David Day while both worked at Finley Hospital. They married January 2, 1988, and were true partners in life until his passing in 2022. Both loved to travel and experience great food, often visiting life-long friends in France. They loved dogs (and even cats) and had many rescues over the years. Janis and David were active in Democratic politics in the Twin Cities and valued truth, science and above all fairness. Janis was soft-spoken but strong-willed and independent and you always knew where you stood with her.
Janis had many talents but especially loved to read, knit and fish sometimes doing all at the same time. This multi-tasking drove David nuts as Janis would often still catch more fish than him!
Janis loved her family deeply and loved visits to Iowa for gatherings with extended family. Janis had a knack for cultivating lifelong friendships as evidenced by the dear friends and close colleagues who rallied to her care in her final illness.
Janis is proceeded in death by her husband David, her father Harold Keil and her in-laws Robert and Marjorie Day.
Left to honor her memory; her mother Arlene Keil, brother Dennis (Carol) Keil, nieces Becky Keil and Katie (Jake) Owens, great-niece Evelyn Keil and many cousins, and dear friends including John and Ann Eads and LuAnn Ambrosy.
A private celebration of life and interment in the Bellevue Lutheran Cemetery, Bellevue Iowa will take place at a later day.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made in her honor to the Jackson County Humane Society and the Bellevue Community Cupboard.
Condolences may be mailed to Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home c/o Janis Keil Day Family at 100 N. 6th Street Bellevue, IA 52031

The family would like to thank Hospice of Jackson County for your support and care during this time.

Online tributes may be expressed to the family at www.hachmannfuneralhome.com

12/06/2025

Jennifer (Jen) A. (Knockel) Eddy, 47, of West Des Moines, formerly of Bellevue, IA, passed away peacefully with her husband, Ryan Eddy, by her side on Friday, December 5, 2025,at Every Step Kavanagh House in Des Moines.

A Celebration of Life gathering will be held 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm, Friday, December 12, 2025 at Horizon Lanes in Bellevue, Iowa.
Private family burial will be in St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery.

Jen married Ryan Eddy on October 9, 2004.
Jen taught at Christ the King School and Waukee Community School District, both in the Des Moines area, for many years.
Her favorite hobby was watching her boys’ sports activities. Her and Ryan built a community of friendship and family with other parents cheering on their sons’ teams. Jen was also an avid Hawkeye fan.
She is survived by her loving husband, Ryan, of West Des Moines, and two sons, Nile and Ty, both in Des Moines, herparents, Mike and Jeanne Knockel of Bellevue, IA, a brother, Jason (Tina) Knockel, Dubuque, IA, her mother-in-law Janelle (Phil) Eddy, of Parkersburg, IA, sister-in-law, Amy Hosch of Des Moines, brother-in-law, Rusty (Julie) of Parkersburg, IA, and several nieces and nephews.
Jen is preceded in death by her grandparents Arnie and Mary Sturm and Herb and Evie Knockel.
The Eddy and Knockel families would like to thank Every Step Kavanaugh House in Des Moines for the excellent care they gave to Jen these last few weeks.
A memorial fund has been established in Jen’s memory.