Thomas Funeral Home

04/03/2026

LeVeta Marilyn Espy, age 94, of Centerville, passed away Thursday, April 2, 2026 at Mercy Medical Center in Cedar Rapids.

Marilyn was born on April 1, 1932 in Centerville, Iowa, the daughter of Guy and Bertha (Stevens) McCoy. She graduated from Centerville High School in 1950 and was then employed…

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04/03/2026

What makes a funeral home special is the people behind it.

Today, we are honored to have both past and present come together, those who helped build this legacy and those continuing it forward. While faces may change over time, our commitment to serving families with care, compassion, and respect remains the same.

Pictured left to right: Ben Lange, current director; Tom Lange, retired owner and director; David Duley, retired owner and director; and Billy Thomas, current director and owner.

04/02/2026

Elizabeth Ann "Lizzie" Saldana, age 41, of Centerville, Iowa, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, March 31, 2026.

Born on December 15, 1984, in Centerville, Lizzie was the beloved daughter of Carl Sr. and Cathy Sindelar. On May 23, 2008, Lizzie was united in marriage to Shaun Saldana,...

Read the obituary of Elizabeth "Lizzie" Ann Saldana from Centerville, IA. Leave your condolences and send flowers to the family to show you care.

04/01/2026

Every life is unique, and every service should be too. Our compassionate staff will guide you in creating a funeral experience that celebrates your loved one’s personality, values, and legacy in a deeply meaningful way.

03/31/2026

Dorothy Evelyn (Scribner) Riley, age 91, of Centerville, passed away March 28, 2026 at Golden Age Care Center in Centerville.

Born on January 9, 1935, in Pleasant Township, Monroe County, Iowa, Dorothy was the cherished daughter of Virgil and Dorotheda (Cashatt) Scribner. On October 18, 1952, she…

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03/30/2026

Russell Wayne Shuey, age 71 of Centerville, formerly of Arizona, passed away on March 8, 2026 at MercyOne in Centerville.

Russell was born on August 27, 1954 in Witchita Falls, Texas to Don and Wanda (Hetrick) Shuey. He graduated schools in Forgan, Oklahoma. After high school he joined the United…

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03/30/2026

Long before a procession begins, our team ensures each hearse is cleaned, detailed, and prepared. These quiet steps ensure a flawless, respectful experience for families.

Curious about our care process? Message us anytime.

03/27/2026

Rows of empty chairs aren’t just decoration; they’re invitations. Each one is ready for laughter, tears, and shared stories in honor of someone special.

Need a space to gather? Message our team to learn about our service options.

03/26/2026

Douglas Lee Raef, age 63, of Seymour, Iowa passed away on March 25, 2026.

Douglas was born on November 7, 1962 in Fort Scott, Kansas to Howard and Mildred (Rittinghouse) Raef. He graduated from school in De Soto, Kansas.

Throughout life Doug was an over the road truck driver, and traveled far…

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03/26/2026

Judy Ann McGrann, 77 of Mystic, Iowa passed away at her home on March 25, 2026.

Judy was born on May 5, 1948 in Centerville, Iowa to John and Helen (Poli) McGrann. She attended Masters School one room schoolhouse in Mystic and Centerville High School.

Throughout her life, Judy held many…

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03/26/2026

Linda Jane Maddy, 77 of Mystic, Iowa passed away peacefully on March 19, 2026 at her home under the care of EveryStep Hospice surrounded by the love of her family.

Born on April 10, 1948 in Oskaloosa, Iowa to the late George and Irene (Carlson) Tesinsky. She graduated from Eddyville High School in…

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03/25/2026

Grief Looks Like:

Feeling great one minute and
falling to pieces the next.
Avoiding things and people that
remind you of your loss.
Moving in and out of acceptance,
denial, bargaining, anger, and depression.
Losing interest in activities.
A desire to be alone.
Feeling like no one else can understand the magnitude of your loss.
Not getting over your loss quickly.