Gay & Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service, 2720 Muscatine Avenue, Iowa City, IA (2026)

03/20/2026

Glenn R. Jensen, 56, a lifelong resident of the Iowa City area, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, from an apparent cardiac event.

A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, March 23, 2026, at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Cosgrove, with a reception to follow in the church fellowship hall. Burial will take place at St. Michael’s Cemetery in Holbrook, Iowa. Visitation will be held Sunday from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. in the fellowship hall at St. Peter’s.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Glenn’s honor to support causes important to him and his family. To share a memory or condolence, please visit the Gay and Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service website at www.gayandciha.com.

Glenn Robert Jensen was born on December 8, 1969, in Iowa City, the son of John Howard and Dorothyjean (Donohoe) Jensen. He attended Iowa City schools and graduated from Iowa City West High School, earning a standing ovation from his classmates, a moment that perfectly captured how much he was loved.

Over the years, Glenn worked at a variety of local businesses, including Best Rental or Rent All, Coral Ridge Theatres, and the University Dining Hall, along with several other part time roles. No matter where he worked, Glenn left a lasting impression by bringing energy, humor, and joy to everyone around him. To know Glenn was to love him.

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Glenn R. Jensen, age 56 lifetime resident of this area died suddenly, Wednesday, March 18, 2026, from an apparent cardiac event. Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 am on Monday, March 23, 2026, at St. Peters Catholic Church in Cosgrove, with a reception to follow in the fellowship hall of the church...

03/18/2026

Jill Corinne Tenold of West Liberty, Iowa passed away after a lengthy health battle on March 17, 2026.

Jill, the third child of Geraldine Priem Tenold and Vern Tenold, was born just after midnight on April 1, 1954. Her mother had been told to expect a boy, but Jill's arrival on April Fool's Day proved to be a delightful and cherished surprise.

During her early years, she lived in several communities-including Mason City; Carpenter, Iowa; Fargo, North Dakota; and Waterloo, Iowa-due to her father's work. Most of her school years were spent in Waterloo before the family made their final move to West Liberty, Iowa, during her sophomore year of high school. This move marked her first experience with country life on a farm. Jill had a deep love for art and creativity. She enjoyed embroidery kits and created many beautiful pieces, some of which earned first-place ribbons at the Muscatine County Fair. She also expressed her artistic talents through painting and sculpture during her school years. Her interests included horses, owls, astronomy, and psychology.

Jill Corinne Tenold of West Liberty, Iowa passed away after a lengthy health battle on March 17, 2026. Jill, the third child of Geraldine Priem Tenold and Vern Tenold, was born just after midnight on April 1, 1954. Her mother had been told to expect a boy, but Jill's arrival on April Fool's Day prov...

03/16/2026

Llewelyn Alexander Simons, lovingly known as "Lew," passed away on March 7, 2026, in North Liberty, Iowa, at the age of 83. Born on December 2, 1942, in Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos Islands, Lew lived a life marked by dedication to his family, close friends, and mentorship.

Lew graduated from HJ Robinson High School in Grand Turk before embarking on a journey that would take him beyond the shores of his birthplace. After completing his education, he moved to Nassau, Bahamas, where he began a successful career in banking. He worked with Chase Manhattan Bank and later Barclays Bank, where he climbed the ranks and earned a well-deserved reputation of professionalism and fairness.

Beyond his career achievements, Lew was deeply passionate about tennis, a sport that became a cornerstone of his life. Known for his dry humor, candid nature and fierce loyalty to his friends, he combined these traits with his love for mentoring young people through the game of tennis. Lew taught his daughter and grandchildren how to play tennis and extended this passion to countless students across the Bahamas. His dedication enabled many of them to secure athletic scholarships to colleges and universities abroad, leaving an enduring legacy in their lives.

Llewelyn Alexander Simons, lovingly known as "Lew," passed away on March 7, 2026, in North Liberty, Iowa, at the age of 83. Born on December 2, 1942, in Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos Islands, Lew lived a life marked by dedication to his family, close friends, and mentorship. Lew graduated from HJ Rob...

03/13/2026

Judith A. ‘Judy’ Miller, age 78, a longtime rural Solon resident, died Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, just 100 days after the death of her husband, Richard. Many who knew her believe she died of a broken heart.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 am Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Solon, where visitation will be from 4 to 7 pm Monday. A parish Rosary will conclude visitation at 7 pm Monday evening. Burial will be at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Solon. In honor of Judy, memorial donations may be made to St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Solon. To share a thought, memory, or condolence with her family, please visit the Gay & Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service website at www.gayandciha.com.

Judith Ann English was born October 27, 1947, in Ft. Dodge, Iowa, the daughter of Robert and Mary “Colleen” (Bemrich) English. Following graduation from St. Edmond High School in 1966, she enrolled at and later graduated from Mt. Mercy College in 1970. On June 9, 1973, Judy married Richard Miller. Judy began her teaching career in the Cedar Rapids School District, took time off to raise her three children and be the farmwife her family needed. After the children were older she went back to Cedar Rapids Schools a special education paraprofessional which she would share was some of the most rewarding years of her career.

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Judith A. ‘Judy’ Miller, age 78, a longtime rural Solon resident, died Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, just 100 days after the death of her husband, Richard. Many who knew her believe she died of a broken heart. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a...

03/11/2026

Declan Owen Fondren, age 24, died Saturday, March 7,2026.

A time for family and friends to celebrate Declan’s life will be held on Friday March 13th, 2026, from 4 to 7pm, with words shared by Pastor Brody Tubaugh and others beginning at 7pm, all at Gay & Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service in Iowa City. In lieu of flowers a memorial fund has been established in his honor.

Declan was born February 8th, 2002, here in Iowa city. He is the son of Dwight D. Fondren and Angela (Taff) Fondren. Growing up in Iowa City attending school in the community. He enjoyed working for this father for years, but what most friends and family remember him for was his commitment to family. He enjoyed his free time playing games with friends and loved ones. Other activities were fishing with friends and family, camping and taking walks with his buddy Titan. Declan loved the water most, dreaming of days he could walk the beach. He was a terrific uncle to his nieces and nephews and would help anyone in need.

Declan Owen Fondren, age 24, died Saturday, March 7,2026. A time for family and friends to celebrate Declan’s life will be held on Friday March 13th, 2026, from 4 to 7pm, with words shared by Pastor Brody Tubaugh and others beginning at 7pm, all at Gay & Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service in Iowa ...

03/09/2026

Charles Theodore “Ted” Nolte, age 79, passed away in his sleep at Harmony Rehabilitation Center in Cedar Rapids, IA on Friday night March 6, 2026. He was born at Hampton, IA May 1, 1946, son of David J. and Mary Zoe (Ellsworth) Nolte. He was one of the University of Iowa Hospital’s “Polio kids” – diagnosed at age 3 in 1949, leaving him with a paralyzed leg and a lifetime wearing a “brace”.

Ted was educated in the Hampton Community school system up through his Junior year, when the family moved to Vinton where he graduated from High School and then attended Iowa State University. Ted was a math “whiz” and ultimately did hotel front-desk and accounting work. In August of 1974, during his night auditor shift at the Des Moines Downtown Holiday Inn, at about 2:30 a.m. a robber with a gun broke into the office, asked for all the cash, and subsequently murdered two employees and left Ted and a tourist (just then coming in off the road) both in intensive care. (The bullet which shattered his arm was thereby slowed down enough so that, when it passed through his sinuses, there was no exit wound, saving his life). Ultimately, Ted had to live out his days on disability.

Charles Theodore “Ted” Nolte, age 79, passed away in his sleep at Harmony Rehabilitation Center in Cedar Rapids, IA on Friday night March 6, 2026. He was born at Hampton, IA May 1, 1946, son of David J. and Mary Zoe (Ellsworth) Nolte. He was one of the University of Iowa Hospital’s “Polio ki...

03/09/2026

After a full life, and surrounded by love, Harriet "Jane" (Goth) Wilkinson completed her journey on March 7, 2026 at age 75.

Jane was born to Earl T. and Vera L. (Carpenter) Goth in Ottawa, Canada. She spent her childhood with her 3 younger sisters in the Southwestern/Brantford-area, Ontario, where she met and fell in love with Kenneth J. Wilkinson, whom she married in July 1970, and had celebrated 55 years of marriage.

Although she studied to be a school teacher, Jane spent a majority of her working life as the co-founder of Wilkinson Precast Inc., which led to her moving to Riverside, Iowa with her family in 1994. Jane found joy in sewing, tennis, and becoming a master gardener, but mostly in loving her family and celebrating their accomplishments and personalities.

After a full life, and surrounded by love, Harriet "Jane" (Goth) Wilkinson completed her journey on March 7, 2026 at age 75. Jane was born to Earl T. and Vera L. (Carpenter) Goth in Ottawa, Canada. She spent her childhood with her 3 younger sisters in the Southwestern/Brantford-area, Ontario, where....

03/05/2026

Duane McAtee, age 81 longtime resident of the Solon – North Liberty area died Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at the Dennis & Donna Oldorf Hospice House in Hiawatha, Iowa.

Services celebrating Duane’s life will be held at 6pm Thursday, March 12, 2026, at the Solon United Methodist Church, where there will be a time of visitation from 3 pm until services on Thursday. A light reception will follow. Burial at a later date at the Troy Mills Cemetery. In lieu of flowers a memorial donations can be made in Duane’s honor to Dennis & Donna Oldorf Hospice House in Hiawatha, Iowa. To share a thought, memory or condolence with his family please visit the funeral home website @ www.gayandciha.com.

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Duane McAtee, age 81 longtime resident of the Solon – North Liberty area died Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at the Dennis & Donna Oldorf Hospice House in Hiawatha, Iowa. Services celebrating Duane’s life will be held at 6pm Thursday, March 12, 2026, at the Solon United Methodist Church, where there ...

02/27/2026

William W. Keck, 78, of Davenport, passed away Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at The Summit in Coralville.

Bill lived each day with the drive and ambition that would catapult him to the top of his field. Along the way he worked with a series of mentors from a barber in Decorah to international Intercoifure salon owners and stylists.

Bill graduated from Decorah High School before entering the Navy in 1966. His military service set in motion a series of events that would impact his life until his last days. As he waited at a Des Moines train station with nothing but the shirt on his back, he met Dallas McCleary. Dallas quickly assessed Bill’s height (6’2”) and sidled next to him for protection. What actually happened was they protected each other and became life-long friends. Their military odyssey took them from California to two tours in Vietnam and home again. He became a lifetime member of Kewanee VFW 8078. Two days before Bill’s passing Dallas took him to a local casino for one last visit with lady luck.

William W. Keck, 78, of Davenport, passed away Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at The Summit in Coralville. Bill lived each day with the drive and ambition that would catapult him to the top of his field. Along the way he worked with a series of mentors from a barber in Decorah to international Intercoif...

02/27/2026

Gary “Bear” Ray Bryant, age 74, of Oxford, passed away on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at the University of Iowa Hospital.

A Celebration of Life will be held from 1:00 P.M. until 4:00 P.M. at the Oxford American Legion. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Oxford American Legion.

Born on December 7, 1951 at Mercy Hospital in Iowa City, Bear was the son of Oscar and Helen (Meade) Bryant. He attended Clear Creek-Amana High School.

Bear began his career as an over-the-road, owner/operator truck driver at the age of 16. In 1990, he started a mobile tire repair business, eventually opening a shop in Homestead. After several years in the tire business, Bear returned to trucking. He “retired” two years ago but continued driving part-time until this January.

Gary “Bear” Ray Bryant, age 74, of Oxford, passed away on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at the University of Iowa Hospital. A Celebration of Life will be held from 1:00 P.M. until 4:00 P.M. at the Oxford American Legion. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Oxford American Legion....

02/23/2026

Tomas “Sal” Menchaca Salazar Jr. went to his heavenly home on Wednesday, February 18th, surrounded by his family.

Tomas was born to Emma and Tomas Salazar Sr. on May 22, 1949, in Acuña, Mexico. He was the second of six children, alongside Roger, Abel, Yolanda, Leticia and Margarita. As a child, he grew up in Del Rio, Texas. In 1962, his family moved to Brackettville, Texas, where his parents owned a restaurant on the old Fort Clark base.

Sal became a lifelong fan of John Wayne after meeting him and the cast of The Alamo at his parents’ restaurant. His children spent many weekends with him watching old westerns, especially those featuring “The Duke.”

In the summer of 1964, the family moved to Iowa and eventually made their home in Columbus City. In the spring of 1968, he met Carla Lukins, whom he lovingly called Virginia. He often said that from the moment he saw her, he knew she was the most beautiful woman he had ever seen. They were united in marriage on February 19, 1972. Tom and Carla made their home across the street from Tomas Sr., Emma, and his sister Margie.

Tom and Carla welcomed their first daughter, Heidi, in 1969. Heidi later became the proud mother of two children, Ian and Sydney. Sydney has three children of her own — Evelyn, Kinsley, and Juddson — each of whom held a special place in his heart.

Tomas “Sal” Menchaca Salazar Jr. went to his heavenly home on Wednesday, February 18th, surrounded by his family. Tomas was born to Emma and Tomas Salazar Sr. on May 22, 1949, in Acuña, Mexico. He was the second of six children, alongside Roger, Abel, Yolanda, Leticia and Margarita. As a child,...

02/20/2026

Darrell W. Ealy, age 84, a longtime resident of Oxford, died Wednesday, February 18th at UIHC Downtown. Private family services will be held on Sunday, February 22, 2026, with burial at the Oak Hill Cemetery in Belle Plaine with Military Honors. To share a thought, memory or condolence with his family please visit Gay & Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service website @ www.gayandciha.com.

Darrell W. Ealy was born August 30, 1941, in Belle Plaine, Iowa, the son of Doyle and Lucile Ealy. He attended the Belle Plaine school district and graduated with the class of 1961. After graduating from high school, Darrell enlisted in the U.S. Air Force, serving during the Vietnam War from 1962-1966. While on leave, he married Leslee C. Covington on June 8, 1964, in Memphis, MO. In 1966, he moved his family to Oxford.

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Darrell W. Ealy, age 84, a longtime resident of Oxford, died Wednesday, February 18th at UIHC Downtown. Private family services will be held on Sunday, February 22, 2026, with burial at the Oak Hill Cemetery in Belle Plaine with Military Honors. To share a thought, memory or condolence with his fami...

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