Schott Funeral Homes and Cremation Services

09/25/2025

Marcia Hillesland, 79, of Leland, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at Unity Point – Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, September 26, 2025, at United Methodist Church, 305 South Clark Street, Forest City,...

09/25/2025

Dale E. Barclay, age 59 of Forest City, IA, passed away at his home of natural causes on Wednesday, September 24, 2025.

Per his wishes, cremation will take place and services will be held at a later date.

Full obituary coming soon...

09/24/2025

09/23/2025

Quiz time: Do you know which option is the correct answer below?

The answer is…. all of them—depending on your arrangements and preferences.

But did you know funeral costs are steadily climbing? Pre-planning gives you the ability to set funds aside over time, relieve your family of financial stress, and make sure your wishes are clearly known (so your family doesn't overpay for something you didn't want).

If you’re ready to start the pre-planning process, our team would love to help! You can start here: www.schottfuneralhomes.com

09/16/2025

Trudy L. Folkerts, age 76 of Forest City, IA, passed away on Monday, September 15, 2025 at the Good Samaritan Society in Forest City.

Celebration of Life services for Trudy will take place at a later date. Memorials may be sent to her family % Larry Folkerts, PO BOX 34 Crystal Lake, IA 50432...

09/15/2025

Dennis Burkholder, 81, passed away peacefully Friday, September 12, 2025.

Following a private family interment, a celebration of Denny’s life will be held at Sunnyside Farms on Saturday, October 11th at 6:30 p.m. Details will be shared on Bev and Heidi’s pages . . . all family and f...

09/15/2025

Larry D. Florence, age 68 of rural Lake Mills, died on Sunday, September 14, 2025 at Good Samaritan Society in Forest City, Iowa.

Upon his wishes, he was cremated and a private service was held.

Larry Dee Florence, the son of Larry David and Beverly Ann (Leeper) Florence was born on ...

09/11/2025

🇺🇸 Today, we remember and honor the lives lost, the heroes who stepped forward, and the resilience that carried us through September 11, 2001. May we never forget the strength of unity, courage, and hope.

09/08/2025

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09/08/2025

Terry L. Olson, age 70, died on Friday, September 5, 2025 at Lake Mills Care Center in Lake Mills, Iowa.

Celebration of Life services will be held at 4:00 P.M., Saturday, September 20, 2025 at Schott Funeral Home, 505 North Clark St., Forest City with Rachel Eggum Cinader officiating.
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09/01/2025

Happy Labor Day!