Armstrong - Van Houten Funeral Homes & Monuments

Armstrong - Van Houten Funeral Homes & Monuments Locations in Mapleton, Anthon, Danbury and Ute. Family owned and operated, we are committed to prov

Irvin Thies, age 89, of Mapleton, Iowa, passed away on Friday, March 27, 2026, at Burgess Health Center in Onawa, Iowa.A...
03/27/2026

Irvin Thies, age 89, of Mapleton, Iowa, passed away on Friday, March 27, 2026, at Burgess Health Center in Onawa, Iowa.

A Funeral Service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at the St. Paul Lutheran Church of Ute, Iowa. Reverend Nathan Peitsch will officiate. Committal services will follow in the St. Clair Township Cemetery of Ute, Iowa.

A Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., on Monday, March 30, 2026, at the Armstrong-Van Houten Funeral Home of Mapleton, Iowa.

The Armstrong-Van Houten Funeral Homes of Ute & Mapleton, Iowa, are in charge of the funeral arrangements. Condolences may be sent online at www.armstrongfuneral.com

Donna Marie (Ruchti) Myers, age 90, of Whiting, Iowa (formerly of Mapleton, Iowa), passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Ma...
03/26/2026

Donna Marie (Ruchti) Myers, age 90, of Whiting, Iowa (formerly of Mapleton, Iowa), passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at the Pleasant View Care Center of Whiting, Iowa.

A Funeral Service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at the St. Peter’s United Church of Christ of Mapleton, Iowa. Pastor Linda Boggs will officiate. Committal services will follow in the Mount Hope Cemetery of Mapleton, Iowa.

A Visitation will be held on hour prior from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at the St. Peter’s United Church of Christ of Mapleton, Iowa.

The Armstrong-Van Houten Funeral Homes of Ute and Mapleton, Iowa, are in charge of the funeral arrangements. Condolences may be sent online at www.armstrongfuneral.com

Lorna G. Hamann, age 94 of Anthon, Iowa, loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and more recently great, gr...
03/25/2026

Lorna G. Hamann, age 94 of Anthon, Iowa, loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and more recently great, great grandmother, passed away on Monday, March 23, 2026, at Heritage Pointe Assisted Living in Omaha, Nebraska.

A Funeral Service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, March 30, 2026, at the Trinity Lutheran Church of Anthon, Iowa, with Rev. Marty Davis officiating. Committal Services will follow in the St. Paul Lutheran Cemetery-Midway of rural Battle Creek, Iowa.

A Visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m., Sunday, March 29, 2026, at the Trinity Lutheran Church of Anthon, Iowa.

The Armstrong-Van Houten Funeral Home of Anthon, Iowa, is in charge of the funeral arrangements. Condolences may be sent online at www.armstrongfuneral.com.

Memorials in Lorna’s name may be made to the Trinity Lutheran Church or the charity of your choice.

Katherine H. Moser, age 97, of Danbury, Iowa, passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2026, at the Willow Dale Wellness Village...
03/24/2026

Katherine H. Moser, age 97, of Danbury, Iowa, passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2026, at the Willow Dale Wellness Village in Battle Creek, Iowa.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, March 27, 2026, in the St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Danbury, Iowa. Father Bill McCarthy will officiate. Committal Services will follow in the Danbury Catholic Cemetery in Danbury, Iowa.

A Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., with a Vigil Service at 7:00 p.m., on Thursday, March 26, 2026, in the St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Danbury, Iowa.

The Armstrong - Van Houten Funeral Home of Mapleton, Iowa, is in charge of the funeral arrangements. Condolences may be sent online www.armstrongfuneral.com.

Marian Nixon, age 92, of Mapleton, Iowa, passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at the Maple Heights Nursing Home in M...
03/20/2026

Marian Nixon, age 92, of Mapleton, Iowa, passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at the Maple Heights Nursing Home in Mapleton, Iowa.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

The Armstrong-Van Houten Funeral Home of Mapleton, Iowa, has been entrusted with the arrangements. Condolences can be left online at armstrongfuneral.com

03/16/2026

Travel is not advised in our area. Please be safe and stay home if you can.

03/14/2026

****UPDATE -SERVICES have been postponed at this time and will be scheduled for a later date due to predicted weather impact. Please Share********

Jeffrey E. Palmer, age 71 of Spencer, Nebraska, passed away on February 27, 2026, at the Sanford Medical Center of Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

A Celebration of Life Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., Sunday, March 15, 2026, at the Armstrong-Van Houten Funeral Home of Mapleton, Iowa.

The Armstrong - Van Houten Funeral Home of Mapleton, Iowa, is in charge of the funeral arrangements. Condolences may be sent online www.armstrongfuneral.com.

03/14/2026

PSA- if it isn’t safe please do not travel. If any funeral home related events are scheduled during this time please call ahead to confirm. Any changes will appear first on our page.
~ Your Safety is our main priority.

Info Credit: Mayor Brent
Monona County Alert:

High Wind Warning issued March 14 at 11:22AM CDT until March 16 at 1:00AM CDT by NWS Omaha/Valley NE

Monona County Alert:

Winter Storm Warning issued March 14 at 11:16AM CDT until March 15 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Omaha/Valley NE

1+1=Blizzard like conditions. Expect 1”-3” of snow with 35-45mph winds with gusts up to 65mph.

As the first blooms of spring begin to appear, we’re reminded that the beauty we see today was thoughtfully planted long...
03/14/2026

As the first blooms of spring begin to appear, we’re reminded that the beauty we see today was thoughtfully planted long before the season arrived. Each flower is a testament to careful planning, patience, and love.

In much the same way, preplanning your funeral is a meaningful gift to those you cherish. By making decisions in advance, you plant seeds of comfort and clarity—lifting burdens and allowing your family to focus on remembrance, healing, and celebrating a life well lived.

This spring, consider the peace of mind that comes from planning ahead. Just as gardens flourish with preparation, so too can your legacy.

Pre-planning your funeral allows your story to be told your way. 🌿From music and readings to meaningful details that ref...
03/12/2026

Pre-planning your funeral allows your story to be told your way. 🌿

From music and readings to meaningful details that reflect your life, planning ahead gives you the opportunity to personalize every aspect—while giving your loved ones peace of mind. Thoughtful planning today can become a lasting gift for those you care about most.

Today is National Funeral Director and Mortician Recognition Day. We would like to honor the dedicated professionals who...
03/11/2026

Today is National Funeral Director and Mortician Recognition Day. We would like to honor the dedicated professionals who walk with families during some of the most difficult moments of their lives.

Every day they provide comfort, guidance, and compassion when it’s needed most. They help families find clarity in the midst of heartbreak and create meaningful ways to honor lives well lived. Their work is quiet, selfless and often unseen, yet its impact is profound and lasting.

Thank you to our funeral directors Josh, Beth, and Wade for all you do!

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