Obituaries Monday March 7th

Kedarie Pierre Johnson, 16, of Burlington, died at 11:44 PM Wednesday, March 2, 2016, in Burlington.

 

Born July 5, 1999, in Chicago, IL, he was the son of Ivan Parker and Katrina Johnson.

 

He was a Junior at  Burlington High School

 

He enjoyed spending his time dancing, particularly at Maple Leaf Center. He loved singing, listening to music, doing his hair, hanging out with friends, and surfing the Internet.

 

Survivors include his father, Ivan Parker of Chicago, IL; his mother, Katrina (Demetrius) Johnson of Burlington; one brother, Cedric Peterson of Burlington; one sister, Nijah Johnson of Chicago, IL; his maternal grandfather, Melvin Hudson of Chicago, IL; his maternal great-grandmother, Sylvia Hudson; his paternal grandmother, Kathy Parker of Chicago, IL; numerous cousins including, Kenya Hudson and Shanelle Hudson; and numerous aunts and uncles, including, Monique Johnson, Jerrell Johnson, Gary Hudson, Oterah Hudson, Pamela Hudson, Candace Hudson, Clifford Hudson, and Frank (Debra Rogers) Hudson.

 

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Sheree Johnson.

 

Visitation will be from 3:00 PM until 6:00 PM Wednesday, March 9, 2016, at Burlington High School Carl Johannsen Gymnasium, where the family will receive friends.

 

The funeral service for Kedarie will be 6:00 PM Wednesday, March 9, 2016, at Burlington High School Carl Johannsen Gymnasium with Pastor Nathan Williams officiating.   Burial will be in Restvale Cemetery, Alsip IL.

 

A memorial has been established.

 

Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home & Crematory is in care of the arrangements.

 

A photo tribute can be viewed and condolences can be sent to the family by visiting Kedarie’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

 

 

Mary  Moyers, 74, of West Burlington, died at 10:28 PM Saturday, March 5, 2016, peacefully at her home in West Burlington.

 

Born December 17, 1941, in Carman, IL, she was the daughter of Robert Earl and Myrtle Eldora Moyers.

 

Mary was a medical assistant at St. Francis Care Center and a bartender at the Iowa Tavern.

 

She graduated from Southeastern Community College.

 

Family was number one.  She enjoyed the time she spent with her family and making them custom keepsakes.  She enjoyed crocheting and keeping in touch with her family on facebook.

 

Survivors include four sons, Scott (Janet) Waterman of Clover, SC; Glenn (Mindy) Spiker of Burlington; Vernon (Vicki) Spiker of Oquawka, Dustin Spiker of West Burlington; many loved grandchildren & great-grandchildren; two daughters, Michelle (Bob) LeKander of Burlington, Angela (Jason) Ruble of Pittsfield, IL; two brothers, Glen Moyers, Martin Brockett; one sister, Cathy Waterman; and several nieces and nephews.

 

She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Myrtle Moyers, five brothers, Charles Brockett, Harve Brockett, Robert, Brockett, Harry Donald Brockett, William Moyers, two sisters, Ruby Norton & Ethel Moyers, one grandson, Steven Waterman, and multiple nieces and nephews.

 

Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh~Thielen Crematory.

 

There will be a private family service.  Burial will be held at a later date.

 

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for Hetta Gilbert.

 

Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home & Crematory is in care of the arrangements.

 

Condolences can be sent to the family by visiting Mary’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.

 

 

Mrs. Mary M. Jacob Dennis, 95, of West Burlington, IA passed away at 8:50 PM Saturday, March 5, 2016 at the Great River Klein Center in West Burlington.

 

She was born on June 25, 1920 in Keokuk, IA, the daughter of Jesse R. And Ruby Dean Brooks. On August 4, 1946 she married Dean Jacob in Carthage, IL. He preceded her in death on September 22, 1982. On June 21, 1984 she married John Dennis in Burlington. He survives.

 

Mary was a 1936 graduate of the Carthage High School. She then attended Western Illinois University before serving in the U.S. Navy from 1944-1946. While in the Navy she served as a WAVE. After her service, Mary returned home and received a bachelors degree for teaching from the Carthage College. She taught in Hancock County for over 30 years, retiring in 1974 from the LaHarpe School District. Mrs. Dennis was a member of the Order of The Eastern Star, the Illinois Retired Teachers Association and was a member of the Community of Christ Church.

 

Survivors include her husband, John, one daughter, Carole (Dale) Warner of West Burlington, two grandchildren, Kelly (Randy) Fry, Matt Warner, three great-grandchildren, Madison and McKenzie Fry, and Tatum Warner, one brother, Chris (Soni) Brooks, one sister, Barbara Brooks, and many nieces and nephews.

 

Mary was preceded in death by her parents, first husband, Dean, four brothers, Dean, John, Jimmy, Danny, and one sister Dorothy.

 

A graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM Wednesday, March 9, 2016 in the McKay Cemetery near Burnside, IL, with Ron Howell officiating. A memorial fund has been established for the McKay Cemetery and the Community of Christ Church. Contributions may be mailed to: The Mary M. Jacob Dennis Memorial Fund, C/O Banks & Beals Funeral Home, PO Box 503, LaHarpe, IL 61450. Banks & Beals Funeral Home in LaHarpe is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be left at banksandbeals.com.

 

 

Marilyn Ruth McGinity, 77, of New London, died at 11:25 AM Thursday, March 3, 2016, at the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics.

 

Born July 30, 1938, in Keokuk, IA, she was the daughter of Glenn Clarence and Lena Juanita Bailey Poland. She married Kenneth Sutcliffe Sr. They later divorced. On July 15, 1978, she married Melburn F. McGinity in Burlington, Iowa. He died on March 24, 1992.

 

Marilyn was a factory worker at Lamont. She worked in production at IAAP, Burlington Basket Factory, Printery in Bettendorf, and for the Burlington School System in food service.

 

She enjoyed reading, camping, her pets, being outside, family gatherings, going to the local Jet Stop with friends for coffee and watching Scooby Doo episodes on TV.  She loved her family.

 

Survivors include three daughters, Shirley (Jim) Hancock of New London, Lena (Everett) Fye of La Harpe, IL, Tina (Tom) Smith of Burlington; one son, Kenny Sutcliffe of Mount Pleasant; three sisters, Delores (Bob) Witte of West Point, Karon Belcher of Burlington, Beverly (Frank) Myllo of Lakewood, CA; seven grandchildren, Jessica, Jennifer, Arthur, Tasha, Ariel, Ashley, Greg; four great-grandchildren, McKenzie, Isabell, Jennifer, Declan; and several nieces and nephews.

 

Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, Clarence Glenn Poland, Charles Edward Poland,  three sisters,Liquita Joy Brown, Carol Rae Brissey and one infant, Shirley Marcene Poland.

 

Visitation will be from 8:00 AM until 6:30 PM with the family receiving friends from 5:00 PM until 6:30 PM Monday, March 7, 2016 at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home & Crematory.

 

The funeral service for Mrs. McGinity will be 10:00 AM Tuesday, March 8, 2016, at Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home & Crematory with Pastor Larry Dodds officiating.  Burial will be in Claypoole Cemetery.  A time of food and fellowship will be held at the Eagles Club following the burial.

 

A memorial has been established for P.A.W.S. No Kill Shelter in Fort Madison.

 

Prugh~Thielen Funeral Home & Crematory is in care of the arrangements.

 

A photo tribute can be viewed and condolences can be sent to the family by visiting Marilyn’s obituary at www.prughthielencares.com.