Lensing Funeral & Cremation Service

Lensing Funeral & Cremation Service Lensing Funeral Home is one of Iowa City's longest-running businesses, serving area families for ove

When you come to us, we have one goal – to plan a meaningful tribute that meets your needs, wishes, and budget. Whether your choice is a traditional burial or cremation, we have the options you need to design the service that works for your family. If cremation is your choice, you can have peace of mind knowing we own and operate our own crematory.

Carlos "John" Lovetinsky, 90, of Iowa City, passed away on Wednesday December 24, 2025 at his home with family by his si...
12/27/2025

Carlos "John" Lovetinsky, 90, of Iowa City, passed away on Wednesday December 24, 2025 at his home with family by his side.

A celebration of John's life will be from 1:00 - 3:00 Saturday April 25, 2026 at Kirkwood Room, 515 Kirkwood Ave, Iowa City. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be direct...

We wish you a meaningful Christmas Day, filled with love, gratitude, and cherished memories of those who hold a place in...
12/25/2025

We wish you a meaningful Christmas Day, filled with love, gratitude, and cherished memories of those who hold a place in your heart.

Jesse Lynch passed away peacefully on his 53rd birthday, December 18, 2025 at the Dennis and Dors Oldorf Hospice Home in...
12/24/2025

Jesse Lynch passed away peacefully on his 53rd birthday, December 18, 2025 at the Dennis and Dors Oldorf Hospice Home in Hiawatha, IA.

A funeral service will be held at 12:00pm on Saturday, January 3, 2026 at Lensing Funeral & Cremation Service, 605 Kirkwood Ave., Iowa City, IA 52240. Family...

Services are Pending at this time. Please check back for more details in the next couple days.
12/24/2025

Services are Pending at this time. Please check back for more details in the next couple days.

On Christmas Eve, we wish you moments of peace, reflection, and warmth with family and friends.
12/24/2025

On Christmas Eve, we wish you moments of peace, reflection, and warmth with family and friends.

Bethine Joy Nelson, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother went peacefully to be with the Lord on Monday, December 22, 20...
12/23/2025

Bethine Joy Nelson, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother went peacefully to be with the Lord on Monday, December 22, 2025 surrounded by her family.

Funeral Services will be held at 11 AM, Saturday, January 3, 2026 at Zion Lutheran Church. Visitation will be from 9:30 AM to 11 AM. In lieu of...

Mark Harry Smith, 81, died on December 21, 2025, the longest, darkest night of the year.Mark was born March 31,1944 in J...
12/23/2025

Mark Harry Smith, 81, died on December 21, 2025, the longest, darkest night of the year.

Mark was born March 31,1944 in Jefferson, Iowa to Otto Verne and Cleo Smith. He graduated from Woodbine High School. Mark earned his bachelor’s degree from Drake University and his Master of Education fr...

Kathleen “Kathy” O. Staack Eick, 84, of Iowa City, was called home to Heaven on Friday, December 19, 2025. Kathy was bor...
12/22/2025

Kathleen “Kathy” O. Staack Eick, 84, of Iowa City, was called home to Heaven on Friday, December 19, 2025. Kathy was born October 5, 1941, in Waterloo, Iowa. She was the daughter of Leslie and Gertrude (Torgler) Staack and graduated in 1959 from West Waterloo High School. She was united in holy matr...

💙 Grief doesn’t pause for the holidays, and that’s okay.This season can bring both hope and pain, love and longing. As y...
12/22/2025

💙 Grief doesn’t pause for the holidays, and that’s okay.
This season can bring both hope and pain, love and longing. As you move through the days ahead, be gentle with yourself and honor what your heart carries.🕯️
If you’re seeking comfort or guidance this season, our grief resources are here for you: https://www.lensingfuneral.com/grief-and-healing/grief-words-library

John W. Forys, Jr., 76, died on Friday, December 19, 2025.John was born on March 24, 1949, in Steubenville, OH, to John ...
12/21/2025

John W. Forys, Jr., 76, died on Friday, December 19, 2025.

John was born on March 24, 1949, in Steubenville, OH, to John Walter and Stella (Mieczkowska) Forys. He graduated from Madonna High School. John got a Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering from West Virginia University,...

The winter solstice reminds us that even in the darkest days, light always returns. May this season bring peace and refl...
12/21/2025

The winter solstice reminds us that even in the darkest days, light always returns. May this season bring peace and reflection.

Julie Ann Maas, 68, loving wife and best friend of Bud, died peacefully on Thursday, December 18, 2025 at UIHC surrounde...
12/19/2025

Julie Ann Maas, 68, loving wife and best friend of Bud, died peacefully on Thursday, December 18, 2025 at UIHC surrounded by family.

Funeral Services will be held at 10 am, Saturday, December 27, 2025 at Lensing Funeral & Cremation Service, Iowa City. Visitation will be Friday, December 26, ...

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Since 1978, Lensing Funeral & Cremation Service has been serving Iowa City families during life’s most difficult moments.

When you come to us, we have one goal – to plan a meaningful tribute that meets your needs, wishes, and budget. Whether your choice is traditional burial or cremation, we have the options you need to design the service that works for your family. If cremation is your choice, you can have peace of mind knowing we own and operate our own crematory.

Since we’re owned and operated by the Lensing family, we have a unique understanding of what it means to put families first. We also offer the quality of service you can only expect from a local, family-owned funeral home.

Whether you are at your moment of need, or you would like to preplan with us, we invite you to reach out to us today.