Mary Ellen (Smith) Christensen, daughter of Spencer and Myrtie (Evans) Smith, was born on March 21, 1923, in Troy Township. She attended grade school at Troy #3. Mary Ellen graduated from Eagle Grove High School in 1941. After graduation she attended AIB in Des Moines and worked at Gibson Pump ...

Isaiah Caldwell, a beloved son, brother, and friend, was born on October 19, 2005, in Fort Dodge, a community that shaped his life and character. He left this world too soon on September 11, 2025, leaving an indelible mark on all who knew him. Isaiah is survived by his parents Leslie and ...

In Loving Memory of Glenna Leuenberger June 23, 1930 — September 13, 2025 Glenna Mae (Peters) Leuenberger was born June 23, 1930, to Glenn and Ethel (Richards) Peters in New Hampton, Iowa. She was raised in New Hampton and graduated from New Hampton High School in 1948. She received her ...

Susan Keller, 80, of Manson, died Saturday, September 13, 2025, at the Good Samaritan Society, Manson. Visitation will be held from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. with service to follow at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at the Weishaar Funeral Chapel, Manson.

Dr. James (Jim) Edward Reed, MD, age 94, of Fort Dodge, died on Saturday, September 13, at Friendship Haven in Fort Dodge. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at the Tompkins Celebration Center of Friendship Haven. Interment will be at North Lawn Cemetery. ...

Terry M. Johnson, 63, of Fort Dodge, IA, died Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at MercyOne Medical Center in Des Moines, IA. A private family celebration will be held at a later date. Memorials may be directed to the family. Arrangements are with Historic Bruce Funeral Home of Fort Dodge. ...