Grau Funeral Homes, Inc.

12/24/2025

Wishing our communities a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from all of us at Grau Funeral Homes.
May the holidays bring peace, warmth, and comfort to you and your family.

12/23/2025

Judy Corinne Bender passed away peacefully on December 11, 2025 at the age of 87.

A funeral is planned for May 8, 2026, in Elkader, Iowa.

https://graufuneralhomes.com/2025/12/judy-moyna-elkader-iowa-december-11-2025/

12/23/2025

Gretchen Amanda (Goltz) Conway, age 50, of Ossian, Iowa, passed away on December 20, 2025, surrounded by her family.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, December 26, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Pivo, 101 Huber Drive, Calmar, Iowa.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in Gretchen’s honor may be given to the family.

https://graufuneralhomes.com/2025/12/gretchen-amanda-conway-ossian-iowa-december-20/

12/23/2025

Daniel Pixler, 77 of Monona, Iowa passed away Monday, December 22, 2025 at his home.

Services are pending with Leonard-Grau Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Monona, Iowa.

https://graufuneralhomes.com/2025/12/daniel-pixler-monona-iowa-december-22-2025-2/

12/23/2025

Karen Joyce Havlicek, age 87 went to her heavenly home to spend Christmas with her husband Robert and daughters Cindy and Sally on Monday, December 22, 2025 after a courageous battle with cancer.

A small family graveside service will be held.

Memorials can be directed to the MFL Ambulance service or Emplify Hospice services.

https://graufuneralhomes.com/2025/12/karen-joyce-havlicek-monona-iowa-december-22-2025/

12/18/2025

As the holiday season approaches, we remember the warmth of cherished moments spent with loved ones. At Grau Funeral Homes, we understand that this time can be bittersweet for many.

We honor those who have touched our lives and continue to be in our hearts. If you’re feeling the absence of a loved one, know that you’re not alone. Our community is here to support you, offering compassion and understanding during this reflective time.

May the memories of joy and love bring you comfort, and may the spirit of the season surround you with peace.

Wishing you and your families a holiday season filled with love and remembrance.

-Grau Funeral Homes Staff

12/12/2025

Doralee Huinker passed away on Thursday, December 11, 2025.

A Visitation will be held from 9:00 am until 11:30 am with a Rosary at 11:30 on Monday, December 15, 2025 at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Monona, Iowa.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 12:00 pm at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Monona, Iowa with Rev. Martin Coolidge as the Celebrant.

Interment will follow in St. Patrick Catholic Cemetery, Monona, Iowa.

The family asks in lieu of flowers any memorials be made to St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Monona or the Good Samaritan Foundation.

Doralee Huinker, Monona, Iowa, December 11, 2025 Doralee Huinker passed away on Thursday, December 11, 2025 after a courageous battle with Parkinson’s and Lewy Body dementia. Even after her ability to speak had largely been taken from her, she still had that snarky little spark those of you who kn...

12/10/2025

🌿 Featured Director of the Week 🌿

This week we’re honored to highlight Asyah Moore, who primarily serves families in our Waukon and Lansing locations.

Asyah’s compassion, professionalism, and commitment to the communities she serves make her an invaluable part of our team. Please feel free to say hello or leave a kind comment below!

12/10/2025

Elaine Sophia Elsie (Drahn) Possehl of Monona, Iowa died December 3, 2025 at the age of 92.

A Visitation will be held from 10;00 am-11:00 am with a Memorial Service at 11:00 AM on Monday, December 15, 2025 at Faith Lutheran Church in Monona, Iowa.

Burial will follow at St. Paul Lutheran Cemetery in Monona.

Elaine Sophia Elsie (Drahn) Possehl, Monona, Iowa, December 3, 2025 Elaine Sophia Elsie (Drahn) Possehl of Monona, Iowa died December 3, 2025 at the age of 92. She was born October 5, 1933 to Walter and Elsie (Kliefoth) Drahn, baptized and confirmed at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Monona. She graduat...

12/10/2025

Ida Mae (Hanson) K***z died peacefully in her home in Iowa City on December 2, 2025, at the age of 93.

A Visitation will be held from 10:00 am until 11:00 am with a Funeral Service at 11:00 am on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at Marion Lutheran Church in Gunder, Iowa with Rev. Marshall Hahn as the officiant.

Inurnment will follow at the Marion Lutheran Cemetery in Gunder, Iowa.

Ida Mae K***z, Iowa City, Iowa formerly of St. Olaf, Iowa, December 2, 2025 Screenshot Ida Mae (Hanson) K***z was born on the Hanson family farm south of Gunder, Iowa to Otto Hanson and Nellie (Anderson) Hanson on June 23rd, 1932. She died peacefully in her home in Iowa City on December 2, 2025, at....

12/10/2025

Raymond G. Troester, 82, of McGregor, Iowa, passed away on Friday, December 5, 2025, at Crossing Rivers Health in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin.

Raymond G. Troester, McGregor, Iowa, December 5, 2025, Raymond G. Troester, 82, of McGregor, Iowa, passed away on Friday, December 5, 2025, at Crossing Rivers Health in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin. He was born on June 27, 1943, to Louis and Alta (Anderegg) Troester. After completing his education, R...