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Gould Funeral Home, 107 N Farmer Street, Brighton, IA (2025)

10/27/2025

Debbie Nash 1958 - 2025

10/27/2025

Deborah Nash Obituary
Deborah Kay Nash passed away on October 9, 2025 at the age of 67. She was taken from us too soon and unexpectedly. Deborah was born April 17, 1958 in Fairfield, IA to the late Richard and Dolores Nash nee Emry.

Debbie wore many hats in her life. Her number one role was being a grandma. She idolized her granddaughter Sara. She would do anything for anyone if it was possible. She worked diligently for the American Legion. She has volunteered for almost 20 years. She helps with bingo on Friday nights with the Legion. She’s also president of the Auxiliary bingo and was the Auxiliary President for 8 years. She runs bingo like a well oiled machine. Her attention to detail is amazing. She is meticulous in doing everything according to the gaming commission. With her leadership she has independently led us to our success in our unit. She has been much appreciated. She will never be replaced. She’s a loyal daughter, friend, co-worker, mother,sister, cousin, niece and grandmother. She is loved and will be missed by all who knew her. She can never be replaced.

Debbie is survived by her son, Dan (Stacy) Nash of Wentzville, MO; granddaughter, Sara Nash; sister, Diane Sue (Richard) Anselm of Wentzville, MO; nephew, Rick (Jamie) Anselm; great-nephews, Cooper and Tate Anselm; and other extended family and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, Richard S. and Dolores J. (Emry) Nash.

Memorial donations may be made to: Wentzville American Legion Auxiliary Unit 323

A graveside memorial service will be held at 1 PM Saturday, November 8, 2025, at St. Joseph Cemetery in East Pleasant Plain with Rev. Rick Zickefoose officiating. Courtesy of Cranston Family Funeral Home in Fairfield.

09/24/2025

Kathryn Louise Deutsch, 89, of Richland, IA passed away on Monday, September 22, 2025, at the Prestige Care Center in Fairfield, IA. A Funeral Mass will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at the SS. Joseph and Cabrini Church in East Pleasant Plain with Fr. Damian Ilokaba officiating. Burial will be in the Richland Friends Cemetery in Richland, IA immediately following. A visitation will begin at 1:00 p.m. and last until the time of service. Memorial contributions in Kathryn's honor may be directed to the American Brain Cancer Society or to Alzheimer's Association (alz.org) and may be mailed c/o Cranston Family Funeral Home, P.O. Box 189, Fairfield, IA 52556. Friends may leave online condolences at www.cranstonfamilyfuneralhome.com.

Kathryn Louise Deutsch, born on June 26, 1936, in Pleasant Plain, IA, the daughter of Donald and Alice Kent Leppert. She attended school in Pleasant Plain, graduating with the high school class of 1954. It was high school where she met the love of her life, Joseph Deutsch. The two began their journey together as husband and wife on February 4, 1956, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in East Pleasant Plain. This was the first chapter in a story that lasted over 66 years. Together they became the loving parents of 7 children.

Kathryn was a proud member of SS Joseph and Cabrini Church in East Pleasant Plain and St. Mary in Fairfield, serving on the Alter & Rosary Club for many years. She was also an active member of the Busy Bees Ladies Group in East Pleasant Plain and enjoyed many happy times participating in a bowling league with her late husband, Joe, and their friends. Kathryn's work as a Certified Nursing Assistant in hospitals in both Burlington and Washington demonstrated her dedication to serving others, but her favorite job was undoubtedly raising her children and being a homemaker. As a farmwife, she worked alongside Joe with all the aspects of the farming operation, helping with anything that was needed.

A talented cook and baker, Kathryn loved cooking for family events and had her special recipes that will be cherished by her loved ones. She was an avid supporter of Iowa Hawkeye Sports trying to catch any game that she could. She leaves behind a legacy of love and kindness that will remain in the hearts of her family and the many friends she met along the way.

Kathyrn was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Joseph Deutsch Jr.; a son, Scott Deutsch and three siblings, Keith Leppert, Donna Jean Krewson, and Judy Eddy.

She is survived by her children, Kirk (Shelley) Deutsch of Tiffin, IA, Kraig (Cathy) Deutsch of Packwood, IA, Paula (John) Hecox of Auburn Hills, MI, Don (Kim) Deutsch of Ollie, IA, Carla (Brian) Stone of Kalona, IA, and Gina (Andrew) Wells of Fairfield, IA; sixteen grandchildren and sixteen great grandchildren; two siblings, Janet (Mike) Langan and Kermit Leppert, as well as many extended family and friends.

09/24/2025

Kathryn Deutsch 1936 - 2025

09/23/2025

Kathryn Louise Deutsch, 89, of Richland, IA passed away on Monday, September 22, 2025 at the Prestige Care Center in Fairfield, IA. A Funeral Mass be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 27, 2025 at the SS. Joseph and Cabrini Church in East Pleasant Plain with Fr. Damian Ilokaba officiating. Burial will be in the Richland Friends Cemetery in Richland, IA immediately following. A visitation will begin at 1:00 p.m. and last until the time of service. Memorial contributions in Kathryn's honor may be directed to the American Brain Cancer Society or to Alzheimer's Association (alz.org) and may be mailed c/o Cranston Family Funeral Home, P.O. Box 189, Fairfield, IA 52556. Friends may leave online condolences at www.cranstonfamilyfuneralhome.com.

A full obituary will follow when completed.

08/08/2025

Virgil Ledger, 85, of Brighton, passed away July 28, 2025. He was born on November 26, 1939, the son of Edward and Margaret Peck Ledger. The youngest and last surviving of their ten children, Virgil grew up on the family farm south of Brighton. He attended a country school in the area and graduated from Fairfield High School in 1958. He married Janet Peck in 1960, and they later divorced. He married Janice Chezum Giberson in 1986.

Virgil farmed and worked as a diesel mechanic in Iowa throughout most of his life. He worked at Hendrickson Implement in Richland, and moved to Sac City in 1974 to work for Dominoe IHC Implement. He moved back to southeast Iowa in 1978 to found and operate Southeast Iowa Diesel Service and Repair in East Pleasant Plain, until he sold the business and retired. He served in the National Guard and was honorably discharged in 1966.

He was a member of SS Joseph and Cabrini church. He enjoyed farming, fishing, hunting (especially raccoon hunting with his sons and nephews), gardening, and fixing tractors and any kind of equipment. He also loved attending the Old Threshers Reunion, and was a Hawkeye fan.

He is survived by his wife Janice, children: Greg (Sarah) Ledger of Brighton, Phil Ledger of Ollie, Lonna Giberson of Brighton, Janie Giberson of Birmingham, and James (Tara) Giberson of North Liberty; grandchildren Tristan Ledger, Elan Ledger, Amanda Nelson, Emma (Brett) Finger, Sydney Snyder, Heather (Jeremy) Rebling, Jessi Crago, Ashley (Trevor) Schultz, Kyle Harris, Brianna Williams, Kiersten Reif, Teagan Sickels, Nevaeh Giberson, Calvin Giberson, and many great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, siblings and children Pam Ledger, Lisa Harris, and Jason Giberson.

A Catholic wake and vigil will be held on Sunday, August 3, 2025 at 6:00 p.m., beginning with the prayer of the Rosary followed by a service at 6:30 p.m. at SS Joseph and Cabrini Church in East Pleasant Plain. Family members will be available to greet friends following. A funeral mass will be celebrated at SS Joseph and Cabrini Church on Monday, August 4 at 10:00 a.m. Interment of ashes will be held directly following, at St. Joseph Cemetery in East Pleasant Plain. Friends may leave online condolences at www.cranstonfamilyfuneralhome.com.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to; Virgil Ledger Memorial or SSJoseph and Cabrini Church, c/o Greg Ledger, 3121 146th Blvd, Brighton, Iowa 52540; or to SS Joseph and Cabrini Church, PO Box 37, Brighton, Iowa 52540.

08/08/2025

Virgil Ledger 1939 - 2025

06/30/2025

Roland D. Wray 1932 - 2025

06/30/2025

Roland D. Wray Obituary

Roland Dale Wray, 92, peacefully passed away in his sleep on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at Halcyon House in Washington, Iowa. Born on Nov. 27, 1932, in Adams County, Iowa, Roland’s early years on the family farm instilled in him the virtues of hard work and community. Graduating from Lenox High School (1950), Roland attended Creston Iowa Junior College before serving in the U.S. Army (1953 to 1955).

While stationed in Germany, he discovered a passion for sports while managing the gym and athletic activities on base. He pursued this newfound interest at McPherson College (McPherson, Kans.), earning his bachelor’s degree in education and playing on the McPherson Hall of Fame Football Team until aging out and becoming a team trainer. At McPherson, he also met his future wife—fellow student Patsy Schechter. The two married on Dec. 23, 1957.

Roland’s career took the family across Iowa—with stops in Lenox, Sidney, State Center (West Marshall), Exira and Packwood (where he taught and coached for many years at Pekin High School)—as well as to Greeley, Colo. Along the way, they welcomed three children: Lori, Tom and Jean. He completed his Master of Education at Northwest Missouri State (Maryville, Mo.), taught myriad subjects and coached football, basketball, baseball and track.

Coach Wray was regarded by all as consistent, fair and disciplined. With Roland, you knew what you were going to get. He made time for everybody, could be counted on to do the right thing and habitually went above and beyond, including mowing the ball field with a hand mower despite a full course load to teach!

Returning to Kansas in 1985, Roland coached at McPherson—his alma mater—and later, several high schools and junior highs. After retirement Roland and Patsy moved to Ozark, Mo., where Roland continued substitute teaching, frequented home games by the Springfield-Ozark Mountain Ducks and spoiled his shadow: their wily rat terrier, Sophie. They traveled the country, volunteering on numerous mission trips, and went on several trips abroad. In 2006, after Patsy was diagnosed with terminal illness, Roland and Patsy moved back to Iowa, closer to family. After Patsy passed in 2009, Roland could regularly be found at Loriann’s in Richland, shootin’ the breeze over a meal and driving his little white pick up all over the countryside.

Roland was a lifelong sports enthusiast of all levels, lover of country and bluegrass music and member of the Lions Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes and the Methodist Church. Economical in his use of words, he was known for his quiet, dry wit. For his children, words of encouragement were offered when most needed. Mr. Wray “isms” are still brought up by past coworkers, friends and students.

Roland is survived by his children, Lori (Greg) Krewson of Flower Mound, Texas, Thomas (Lori) Wray of Rocklin, Cali., and Jean (Clark) Yoder of Washington, Iowa; six grandchildren, Jenna (Joshua) White of San Diego, Cali., Jeff Krewson of Flower Mound, Texas, Grady (Sara) Wray and Zackary Wray (Caitlyn) of Lincoln, Cali., Gabriel Yoder of Jackson, Mo., and Joshua Yoder (Amanda) of Tiffen, Iowa; two great grandchildren, Adrian White and Kaia Yoder, all of whom he loved dearly.

Roland was preceded in death by his parents, D. Leo and Florence Wray; his wife, Patsy Wray, and a sister, Marilyn Coffey.

A celebration of Roland's life will take place Saturday, July 12, 2025, at 11 a.m. at Prairie View Church, 27131 Iowa 78, Ollie, Iowa, 52576. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 12, 2025, and will last until the time of service. A private burial will be held at Richland Friends Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be directed to McPherson College Athletic Department, Pekin Sports Booster or Iowa REACH. Donations can be mailed to 2855 Hwy. 1, Washington, Iowa, 52353. Friends may leave online condolences at www.cranstonfamilyfuneralhome.com.

As we say goodbye to Roland, we are reminded of the countless lives he touched as a teacher, coach, father and friend. His legacy will live on in the many lessons he taught, both in the classroom and beyond.

06/16/2025

Geraldine Ann Weber Obituary

Geraldine "Gerri" Ann (Kurtz) Weber, 85, of Mt. Pleasant, Iowa passed away on Tuesday, June 10th. A rosary service will begin at 10:00 am on Saturday, June 28th at St. Joseph Catholic Church in East Pleasant Plain, Iowa, with a Mass of Christian Burial and luncheon immediately following. Burial will be at Elm Grove Cemetery in Washington, Iowa. Friends may leave online condolences at www.cranstonfamilyfuneralhome.com.

Gerri was born on February 9, 1940. She was the adopted daughter of Myron Herman and Agnes Magdalena (Drish) Kurtz. Gerri grew up in the Pleasant Plain and Brighton area. She attended Ottumwa Heights Academy. Gerri graduated from the Academy in 1957 and went on to graduate from the Ottumwa Heights College in 1959.

She married Erland Weber on July 2, 1960, the first couple to be married at the new St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in East Pleasant Plain, Iowa.

Gerri taught third grade in Toledo, Iowa, and after marriage, taught in Amana, Iowa. She became a farm wife when Erland and Gerri moved back to Brighton and they had 2 daughters – Leesa and Leanne. She was honored to be a Godmother to 5 children.

Gerri spent 16 years as a Teachers’ Associate at Brighton Elementary where she got to be the librarian and playground supervisor for both of her daughters and their classmates. Before retiring, Gerri worked in various offices in Fairfield and Brighton.

Gerri moved to Mt. Pleasant in retirement. She was a member of the Altar and Rosary Society at St. Joseph Church. She was a life-long card-player and enjoyed dancing and scrapbooking.

Survivors include daughters Leesa Weber-Hay and grandson Samuel Hay of Colorado, and Leanne and husband Craig Shively of Florida. She was preceded in death by her parents and Erland.

Arrangements are in the care of Cranston Family Funeral Home.

Memorials to St. Joseph Cemetery Association may be left at the church or mailed c/o Cranston Family Funeral Home, P.O. Box 189, Fairfield, IA 52556.

06/16/2025

Geraldine Weber 1940 - 2025

06/12/2025

Mildred "Millie" Irene Jones Obituary

Mildred “Millie” Irene Henry Jones, of Richland, Iowa, passed away peacefully at home on June 11, 2025, at the age of 99.

Millie was born on March 19, 1926, in Monroe County, Tennessee, the daughter of Bob T. and Ada (Bivens) Henry. She began her education in a one-room schoolhouse in Antioch and later attended Friendsville Academy in Friendsville, Tennessee. Her passion for learning led her to Marion College in Indiana, where she earned a teaching degree in 1955. While attending college, Millie played on the basketball team and sang in the college choir.

After graduating, she began teaching fourth grade in Swayzee, Indiana. Soon after, Millie answered a call from the Friends United Meeting to serve as a teacher for missionary children in Kenya, East Africa—a mission that lasted three and a half years.

Upon returning to the United States, Millie was introduced to Robert B. Jones, son of Bruce and Addie Lincoln Jones. They were married on September 12, 1964, and made their home on a farm near Pleasant Plain, where they raised two sons, Evan and Calvin.

Millie was deeply involved in her community and faith. She was a dedicated member of the Pleasant Plain Friends Church, serving as a Sunday School teacher, board member, and active participant in the United Society of Friends Women on both local and international levels. Committed to education, she also served two terms on the Fairfield School Board.

Millie’s sense of humor, vibrant personality, and faith in God shone through in all aspects of her life. In her free time, she enjoyed reading, traveling, and sporting events.

Millie is survived by her husband of over 60 years, Bob; her sons, Evan and Calvin Jones (Renee Buchholz); sisters-in-law Janet Jones and Emma Jean Henry; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her brothers Wilker, Ray, Vestal, Rex, and Calvin Henry; and her sisters Voreta Henry and Annie Kirkland.

A funeral service will be held on Monday, June 16, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Pleasant Plain Friends Church, with Pastor Stan Bauer officiating. The family will receive visitors starting at 10:00 a.m. Burial and a dinner will follow.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to Pleasant Plain Friends Church or The Lord’s Cupboard. Friends may leave online condolences and join the webcast at www.cranstonfamilyfuneralhome.com.

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