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10/31/2025

Philip “Phil” Roland Barrette, 89 of Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin passed away Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at Prairie Maison in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin.

A Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm on Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at Thornburg-Grau Funeral Home in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin. There will be no visitation before mass at the church on Wednesday, attendees are asked to come and be seated prior to 11:00 am.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at Holy Family Parish St. Gabriel in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin with Rev. Brandon Guenther as the Celebrant.

Burial with Military Rites will follow at Calvary Cemetery, Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin.

Philip “Phil” Roland Barrette, Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, October 29, 2025 Philip “Phil” Roland Barrette, 89 of Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin passed away Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at Prairie Maison in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin. A Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm on Tues...

10/29/2025

🌟 Meet Our Featured Funeral Director of the Week! 🌟

This week, we are honored to feature Joshua Grau, the heart and guiding force behind Grau Funeral Homes. With years of experience, a deep commitment to our community, and a compassionate approach to every family we serve, Josh embodies the values that make our funeral home a place of comfort and care.

From supporting families during difficult times to leading our team with integrity and empathy, Josh ensures that every detail is handled with respect and dignity.

Join us in celebrating Josh and the incredible work he does every day to support families in their most meaningful moments.

10/29/2025

Imojean Ingles, 86, of Waukon, Iowa, passed away Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at Northgate Care Center in Waukon.

A private inurnment will be held at Mays Prairie Cemetery in Lansing, Iowa.

Imojean Ingles, Waukon, Iowa, October 21, 2025 Imojean Ingles, 86, of Waukon, Iowa, passed away Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at Northgate Care Center in Waukon. Imojean was born on March 30, 1939, in Portsmouth, Virginia, the daughter of Frank and Margaret (Tomes) Henderson. She attended school throug...

10/29/2025

Kenneth Dean Blockhus, 94, of Elgin, Iowa passed away peacefully on October 23, 2025 at Good Samaritan Care Center, West Union, Iowa.

Visitation will be Monday, November 3, 2025 from 4-7 pm at East Clermont Lutheran Church, Clermont and also one hour before services at the church on Tuesday.

Funeral Services will be at 11:30 am on Tuesday, November 4, 202 5 at East Clermont Lutheran Church, Clermont, Iowa with Rev. Ron Roberts as the Officiant.

Burial with Military Rites and Reception will follow services at East Clermont Lutheran Cemetery and Church

Kenneth Dean Blockhus, Elgin, Iowa, October 23, 2025 Kenneth Dean Blockhus, 94, of Elgin, Iowa passed away peacefully on October 23, 2025 at Good Samaritan Care Center, West Union, Iowa after residing three years at Copper Creek Senior Living Center, West Union. He was born on October 2, 1931 in Elg...

10/29/2025

Kent Dean Klingman, 61, of Volga, passed away Monday, October 27, 2025, at Mercy One in Waterloo.

Visitation: Monday, November 3, 2025 – 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Volga

Funeral Service will follow at 11:00 AM. Rev. Margaret Yackel-Juleen will officiate.

Private Family Inurnment will be held at a later date.

Kent Dean Klingman, Volga, Iowa, October 27, 2025 Kent Dean Klingman, 61, of Volga, passed away Monday, October 27, 2025, at Mercy One in Waterloo. Visitation: Monday, November 3, 2025 – 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Volga Funeral Service will follow at 11:00 AM. Rev. Margare...

10/29/2025

Bobbie Ray Henkes, 80 of McGregor, Iowa passed away Thursday, October 23, 2025 at his home.

Burial with Military Honors will be held at Pleasant Grove Cemetery in McGregor, Iowa at a later date.

Bobbie Ray Henkes, McGregor, Iowa, October 23, 2025 Bobbie Ray Henkes, 80 of McGregor, Iowa passed away Thursday, October 23, 2025 at his home. Burial with Military Honors will be held at Pleasant Grove Cemetery in McGregor, Iowa at a later date. Thornburg-Grau Funeral Home and Cremation Service of....

10/27/2025

Grace Rosalie (Olson) Swenson, 86, of Clermont, Iowa, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones at the Good Samaritan Home in West Union, on October 22, 2025, with the song Amazing Grace playing in the background.

Visitation will be Friday, November 7, 2025 from 4-7 pm at West Clermont Church, Clermont and also one hour before services at the church on Saturday.

Funeral Services will be at 11:00 am on Saturday, November 8, 2025 at West Clermont Lutheran Church, Clermont with Rev. Mike Erickson as the Officiant.

Burial will be at a later date at God’s Acres, Clermont, Iowa.

Grace Rosalie (Olson) Swenson, Clermont, Iowa, October 22, 2025 Grace Rosalie (Olson) Swenson, 86, of Clermont, Iowa, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones at the Good Samaritan Home in West Union, on October 22, 2025, with the song Amazing Grace playing in the background. Visitation will....

10/22/2025

🌟 Featured Director: Mike Ellis 🌟

We’re proud to feature Mike this week — his compassion and dedication bring so much comfort to the families we serve. We’re so thankful to have him as part of our Grau family!

💬 Help us show our appreciation — leave a comment to thank Mike for all that he does!

10/22/2025

Darlene Grace Gilster, 91, of Postville, Iowa, passed away Monday, October 20, 2025, at the Good Samaritan Society in West Union, Iowa.

Graveside Services will be at 2:00 pm on Friday, October 24, 2025 at Pleasant View Cemetery, Castalia, Iowa with Rev. Daryl Schultz as the Officiant

Darlene Gilster, Postville, Iowa, October 20, 2025 Darlene Grace Gilster, 91, of Postville, Iowa, passed away Monday, October 20, 2025, at the Good Samaritan Society in West Union, Iowa. Darlene was born May 1, 1934, in Castalia, Iowa, the daughter of Lloyd William Blumhagen and Agnes Marie (Russett...

10/22/2025

Irene Eleanor Stahr, 87, of rural West Union, Iowa, passed away on Monday, October 20, 2025, at the Ossian Care Center in Ossian, Iowa.

Visitation will be Sunday, October 26, 2025 from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. at St. Peter Lutheran Church in Eldorado. A private burial will be held at a later date.

Irene Stahr, West Union, Iowa, October 20, 2025 Irene Eleanor Stahr, 87, of rural West Union, Iowa, passed away on Monday, October 20, 2025, at the Ossian Care Center in Ossian, Iowa. Irene was born September 7, 1938, in Hawkeye, Iowa, to Mervin and Annetta (Koester) Fritz. Throughout her childhood,...

10/20/2025

Gloria Isabel Schmidt, 99 of Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin passed away at Prairie Maison Nursing Home on Wednesday, October 15, 2025.

A Graveside Service will be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at Evergreen Cemetery in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin.

Gloria Isabel Schmidt, Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, October 15, 2025. Gloria Isabel Schmidt, 99 of Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin passed away at Prairie Maison Nursing Home on Wednesday, October 15, 2025. A Graveside Service will be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at Evergreen Cemetery i...

10/20/2025

Lillian Elizabeth Holthaus age 96 died at Wellington Place Care Center in Decorah on October 17, 2025.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 am on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at Our Lady of Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Festina with Rev. Donald Hertges as the Celebrant.

Visitation will be held one hour before Mass at the church on Wednesday.

Inurnment will follow mass at the church cemetery with fellowship at the Festina Community Center.

Lillian Elizabeth Holthaus, Decorah, Iowa, October 17, 2025 Lillian Elizabeth Holthaus age 96 died at Wellington Place Care Center in Decorah on October 17, 2025. She was born in her rural home near Festina on October 5,1929, the 7th of 9 children of Felix and Agnes (Schmitt) Holthaus. Baptized and....