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Each life leaves a unique imprint on the world — a legacy of love, laughter, and the moments that mattered most. Here, we honor those memories, celebrating the journeys that continue to inspire and connect us all.

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Randell James Brewer

Randell James Brewer

Sep 8, 2021

Randell J. "Randy" Brewer, 60, of Muscatine, passed away Wednesday, September 8, 2021, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City.

Cremation rites are being accorded. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Nichols Bewley Funeral and Cremation Services is caring for Randy's family and arrangements.

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Carol Joan Lissy

Carol Joan Lissy

Sep 6, 2021

Carol J. Lissy, 78, of Muscatine, passed away Monday, September 6, 2021, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City.

Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, September 11, 2021, at Melpine Cemetery. Nichols Bewley Funeral and Cremation Services is caring for Carol's family and arrangements.

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Carolyn Joyce Harmon

Carolyn Joyce Harmon

May 22, 2021

Carolyn J. Harmon, 84, of Muscatine, passed away Saturday, May 22, 2021, at Unity Point Health - Trinity Muscatine.

Carolyn was born December 3, 1936, in Allerton, IA, the daughter of Albert Henry and Velma Lucille Lance Elder. She married Elton J. Sandidge on October 6, 1956. Two wonderful daughters, Teresa Lynn and Tamara Sue,...

Joshua Scott Lewis

Joshua Scott Lewis

May 22, 2021

Joshua Scott Lewis, 35, of Muscatine, passed away Saturday, May 22, 2021, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, after a brief illness.

He was born the son of Candi Rhodes on December 27, 1985, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City, a full eight minutes before his twin sister....

Charles Anthony Vroman

Charles Anthony Vroman

Apr 3, 2021

Charles A. Vroman, 89, of New Boston, passed away Saturday, April 3, 2021, at the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Iowa City, IA.

Arrangements are pending with Nichols Bewley Funeral and Cremation Services.

Kathy Lynn Zimmerman

Kathy Lynn Zimmerman

Mar 19, 2021

Kathy L. Zimmerman, 56, of New Boston, passed away at home on Friday, March 19, 2021.

Cremation rites have been accorded. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Nichols Bewley Funeral and Cremation Services is caring for Kathy’s family and arrangements.

Kathy Lynn Stokes was born March...

Harlan H. King

Harlan H. King

Mar 12, 2021

Harlan H. King, 80, of New Boston, passed away Friday, March 12, 2021, at Lutheran Living in Muscatine.

Graveside services will be held at 1:30 pm Tuesday, March 16, at New Boston Cemetery.

Visitation will be 11:00 am to 1:00 pm Tuesday, March 16, at Nichols Bewley Funeral and Cremation Services....

Delores Pavelec

Delores Pavelec

Mar 1, 2021

Delores Pavelec , 76, of Wilton, passed away Monday, March 1, 2021 at home.

Interment will be at a later date. Nichols Bewley Funeral and Cremation Services is caring for Delores's family and arrangements.

Please share your love, support and memories with Delores's family at www.NicholsBewley.com.

Delores...

Leah Arlene Anderson

Leah Arlene Anderson

Feb 22, 2021

Leah A. Anderson , 91, of Muscatine, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, February 22, 2021.

Burial will be at a later date. Nichols Bewley Funeral and Cremation Services is caring for Leah's family and arrangements.

Please share your love, support and memories with Leah's family at www.NicholsBewley.com.

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Betty Jane McCaw

Betty Jane McCaw

Feb 14, 2021

Betty Jane McCaw, 93, of Aledo, formerly of Keithsburg, passed away Sunday, February 14, 2021, at Mercer Manor.

Burial will be held at a later date. Nichols Bewley Funeral and Cremation Services is caring for Betty Jane’s family and arrangements.

Please share your love, memories and support with Betty Jane’s family...

Berton Weatherly

Berton Weatherly

Feb 8, 2021

Berton Weatherly, Jr., 74, of Keithsburg, passed away Monday, February 8, 2021, at home.

No public services are planned at this time. Nichols Bewley Funeral and Cremation Services is caring for Berton's family and arrangements.

Berton was born June 13, 1946, in Herrin, IL, the son of Berton, Sr. and Lois...

Maymie Esther Lorber

Maymie Esther Lorber

Jan 20, 2021

Maymie Lorber, 96, passed away Wednesday, January 20, 2021, at Good Samaritan in Davenport.

Arrangements are pending with Nichols Bewley Funeral and Cremation Services.

David Edward Wisniewski

David Edward Wisniewski

Dec 24, 2020

Dave Wisniewski, 86, of Muscatine, passed away on Thursday, December 24, 2020, at Lutheran Homes.

In light of COVID-19 protocols, there will not be a viewing or Funeral Mass at this time. The family plans to have a celebration of our Dad’s life at Muscatine at a date and local place to be determined in...

Tay Scott Boden

Tay Scott Boden

Nov 18, 2020

Tay Boden, 73, of New Boston, passed away Wednesday, November 18, 2020, at Aledo Rehabilitation and Health Care Center.

Cremation rites have been accorded. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Nichols Bewley Funeral and Cremation Services is caring for Tay's family and arrangements.

Tay Scott Boden...

Emma J. Stahl

Emma J. Stahl

Nov 17, 2020

Emma J. Stahl, 65, of Milan, passed away Tuesday, November 17, 2020, at the Kahl Home in Davenport.

Visitation will be 10:00 am to 1:00 pm Saturday, December 5, 2020, at Nichols Bewley Funeral and Cremation Services, with cremation to follow. If you plan to attend the visitation, RSVP on Emma's Memorial Tribute page to...

Susan Jean Todd

Susan Jean Todd

Nov 14, 2020

Susan J. Todd, 79, of Muscatine, passed away Saturday, November 14, 2020, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City.

Private graveside services are planned. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery. Nichols Bewley Funeral and Cremation Services is caring for Sue's family and arrangements.

COVID-19 restrictions regarding masks...

Mitchell Lee Longcor

Mitchell Lee Longcor

Nov 14, 2020

Mitchell L. Longcor, 53, of Muscatine, passed away Saturday, November 14, 2020, at Unity Point Health - Trinity Muscatine.

Private interment will be at Greenwood Cemetery. Nichols Bewley Funeral and Cremation Services is caring for Mitch's family and arrangements.

He was born November 15, 1966, in Muscatine, IA, the son of...

Margery Joan Youngquist

Margery Joan Youngquist

Oct 27, 2020

Margery J. Youngquist, 75, of Aledo, passed away Tuesday, October 27, 2020, at Genesis Medical Center in Silvis, IL.

No public services are planned. Cremation rites have been accorded. Nichols Bewley Funeral and Cremation Services is caring for Margery's family and arrangements.

Margery was born November 27, 1944, the daughter of...

Dennis Charles Kuntzi

Dennis Charles Kuntzi

Oct 15, 2020

Dennis C. Kuntzi, 69, of Rock Island, IL, passed away Thursday, October 15, 2020, at Veterans Administration Central Iowa Health Care in Des Moines, IA.

Inurnment, with military honors, will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, August 6, 2021, at the Rock Island Arsenal National Cemetery. Nichols Bewley Funeral and Cremation Services is caring for Denny's family...

Rosemary Bryant

Rosemary Bryant

Oct 10, 2020

Rosemary Lamp Bryant, 89, of Muscatine, passed away peacefully Saturday, October 10, 2020, at Healthpark Medical in Fort Myers, FL.

A celebration of life will be planned in the future. Nichols Bewley Funeral and Cremation Services is caring for Rosemary's family and arrangements.

Memorials may be left to Muscatine Parks and...

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