Gay & Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service

10/10/2025

David A. Goldsmith, age 75, of rural Oxford, passed away on Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at his home.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Memorials may be directed to the Family of David Goldsmith.

Born on May 27, 1950 at Washington County Hospital, Dave was the son of Harold and Audrey (Putman) Goldsmith. He graduated from Tri-County High School in 1968. Dave worked for Wilson-Farmstead Meat Packing in Cedar Rapids until they closed. He then worked at the Loparex factory in Iowa City. Dave retired after working several years at the University of Iowa as a custodian. He was united in marriage to his wife, Tehri on August 19, 1996 in Jamaica.

David A. Goldsmith, age 75, of rural Oxford, passed away on Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at his home. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Memorials may be directed to the Family of David Goldsmith. Born on May 27, 1950 at Washington County Hospital, Dave was the son of Harold and Audre...

10/09/2025

Alan R. Frank, age 85, of Iowa City died suddenly on Friday, October 3, 2025, at his home.

Funeral services will be held at 1pm Friday, October 10, 2025, at Gay & Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service where there will be a time of visitation on Friday beginning at 11am until services. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in his memory to the Iowa City Animal Shelter or Systems Unlimited of Iowa City.

Alan Raymond Frank was born August 13, 1940, in San Diego, California, the son of Emil and Edwina (Langdon) Frank. The family moved to Lakeside, CA in 1945, and later to Long Beach, where Alan grew up. Following graduation from Robert A. Milliken High School in 1958, he enrolled at Long Beach City College. After two years, he transferred to UCLA where he completed a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, followed by a Master’s degree from California State College in Los Angeles in 1965. He married Dorothy “Dottie” Vcelka on July 2, 1966, in Whitestone, NY. The couple moved to Iowa City in August of 1968 so that Alan could pursue a doctorate in Special Education from the University of Iowa. After receiving his PhD in 1970, the couple decided to make Iowa City their home, where Alan joined the faculty of the UI College of Education. Alan retired from the university in 1999.

Alan R. Frank, age 85, of Iowa City died suddenly on Friday, October 3, 2025, at his home. Funeral services will be held at 1pm Friday, October 10, 2025, at Gay & Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service where there will be a time of visitation on Friday beginning at 11am until services. In lieu of flower...

09/30/2025

James “Jim” M. Coblentz, age 68, lifetime Oxford resident, died Sunday September 28, 2025 surrounded by his family following complications of a surgery.

A Funeral Mass will be held at 12:00 Thursday, October 2, 2025, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Oxford. Burial to follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Oxford. Visitation will be Thursday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of services at the church. Please dress casually in your jeans, as Jim would’ve wanted. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Jim’s honor to support causes important to him and his family. To share a memory, thought, or condolence, please visit Gay & Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service website @ www.gayandciha.com.

James “Jim” M. Coblentz, age 68, lifetime Oxford resident, died Sunday September 28, 2025 surrounded by his family following complications of a surgery. A Funeral Mass will be held at 12:00 Thursday, October 2, 2025, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Oxford. Burial to follow at the Mt. Calvary ...

09/11/2025

08/27/2025

Jerry Wayne Day, age 74, Cedar Rapids, passed away on Monday, August 25, 2025 at Oldorf Hospice House in Cedar Rapids.

Born on January 28, 1951 at the University of Iowa Hospital, Jerry was the son of Arthur Day and Lo**ta Hearn. He graduated from City High School in 1969.

Jerry worked for the Iowa City School District and Amana Farms prior to enlisting in U.S. Army. He served in the Army for five years and was honorably discharged on June 29, 1982. He then moved to North Carolina, where he worked in construction. After his retirement, Jerry moved back to Iowa.

He enjoyed bowling, hunting and fishing. Jerry adored his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, spending as much time with them as possible.

08/18/2025

Anthony “Tony” J. Mann, age 77, of Iowa City, passed away on Friday, August 15, 2025 at the University of Iowa Hospital, surrounded by family.

Visitation will be held from noon until 2:00 p.m. on Friday, August 22, 2025 at Gay and Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service, where there will be a funeral service held at 2:00 P.M. There will be a luncheon and time of fellowship at Faith Baptist Church following the funeral service.

Born on July 29, 1948 in Galena, Illinois, Tony was the son of Harry and Ruth (Bartella) Collins. He grew up in Galena and graduated from Galena High School. Tony was united in marriage to Rose Symons on January 8, 1971 in Galena.

Anthony “Tony” J. Mann, age 77, of Iowa City, passed away on Friday, August 15, 2025 at the University of Iowa Hospital, surrounded by family. Visitation will be held from noon until 2:00 p.m. on Friday, August 22, 2025 at Gay and Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service, where there will be a funeral...

07/14/2025

Louis Cass died on June 24, 2025, in Sanford Florida, attaining the age of 97 years, 11 months.

Louis Cass was born on July 24, 1927 in Detroit, Michigan to parents Luis and Lydia Casarrubias. He grew up in Detroit, Michigan where he lived until he joined the Army-AirForce in 1944. Louis served in World War II and the Korean conflict. After his military service he earned his degree in mechanical engineering and then went into business at Coral Tool & Die in Chicago.

He married Eileen Bengford on August 6, 1958. The family lived in Chicago, IL until 1963, at which time they moved to Iowa, first farming near Schleswig, and then near Dow City. In 1976 he started Denison Engineering and worked there until retirement.

Louis was a long-time private pilot and had a love of travel. After Eileen passed away, he moved to Florida in 2020 where he lived until he passed away.

06/09/2025

Shirley A. Knapp, age 82, longtime resident of Iowa City, died on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, in her home with her family by her side.

A memorial service will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, June 14 at Grace Community Church in North Liberty, with burial at a later date in the Clear Lake Cemetery. Memorial donations can be made to the Cancer Research Institute in her honor.

Shirley Ann Monson was born on June 26, 1942 in Ventura, Iowa, the sixth of ten children to Alfred and Evelyn (Welsh) Monson. Shirley's childhood was characterized by the workings and playings of her large family in that small lakeside town. As a student she enjoyed glee club and playing the baritone horn. During her freshman year at Ventura High, she made the girls varsity basketball team where she earned all-state honors playing guard. Her strong work ethic became evident when she waitressed at Witke’s, Clear Lake’s popular waterfront restaurant. Her zest for life led her to enjoy summer days full of swimming and sunbathing at the lake, and she especially enjoyed dating the love of her life, James C. Knapp of Clear Lake.

Shirley A. Knapp, age 82, longtime resident of Iowa City, died on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, in her home with her family by her side. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, June 14 at Grace Community Church in North Liberty, with burial at a later date in the Clear Lake Cemetery. Memo...

06/09/2025

Wilma M. Blair, age 92, of Columbus Junction, passed away on Sunday, June 8, 2025 at Colonial Manor in Columbus Junction.

Visitation will be held from noon until 2:00 P.M. on Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at Gay and Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service. A time of sharing to celebrate Wilma’s life will be held at 2:00 P.M. Burial will be held in Memory Gardens Cemetery.

Born on November 25, 1932, at home in Polk City, Wilma was the daughter of Alva and Gladys (Milliken) Fees. She grew up and attended school in Polk City.

Wilma was united in marriage to Gerald “Jack” Allen on April 30,1949, in Polk City, Iowa. They later divorced. She was then united in marriage to Keith Blair on August 22, 1968, in Rock Island, Illinois. Wilma was a homemaker for most of her life. She loved caring for her family. She enjoyed cooking and nobody ever went hungry. Wilma liked to play BINGO and always looked forward to trips to the casino. She would often host the BINGO bus on trips to Jackpot Junction.

Wilma M. Blair, age 92, of Columbus Junction, passed away on Sunday, June 8, 2025 at Colonial Manor in Columbus Junction. Visitation will be held from noon until 2:00 P.M. on Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at Gay and Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service. A time of sharing to celebrate Wilma’s life will be...

06/09/2025

Annice “Ann” Evelyn Allen, 89, passed away at home on Wednesday June 4, 2025.

Visitation for family and friends will be held on Thursday June 12th, from 4 to 7pm at Gay & Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service in Iowa City. Private family graveside services will be held at the Oak Hill Cemetery in Tiffin. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to be made to Tiffin Grace United Methodist Church or Tiffin First Responders. Online condolences and memories can be shared on the funeral home website @ www.gayandciha.com

Annice “Ann” Evelyn Allen, 89, passed away at home on Wednesday June 4, 2025. Visitation for family and friends will be held on Thursday June 12th, from 4 to 7pm at Gay & Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service in Iowa City. Private family graveside services will be held at the Oak Hill Cemetery in T...

04/30/2025

Judy M. Rugger, age 72 of rural Oxford, died at her home Monday, April 28, 2025, with her family by her side.

Judy was born February 24, 1953, in Los Angeles, CA the daughter of Gilbert and Marion Ayers. Her family moved to the Iowa City area in the early 1960’s where she attended schools. For many years she owned and operated several restaurants in this area, but her love was her family and horses. She was the driving force of the 7A Ranch, near Oxford, boarding and caring for many horses for others over the years. She was in her happy place whenever surrounded by horses and her family!

To share a thought, memory or condolence, or for a more complete obituary with her family please visit Gay & Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service website @

Judy M. Rugger, age 72 of rural Oxford, died at her home Monday, April 28, 2025, with her family by her side. Judy was born February 24, 1953, in Los Angeles, CA the daughter of Gilbert and Marion Ayers. Her family moved to the Iowa City area in the early 1960’s where she attended schools. For man...

04/11/2025

Roger L. Janssen, 82, died peacefully at home April 9, 2025, with his son and brother by his side, after a brief but courageous battle with Acute Myeloid Leukemia.

Roger was born March 8, 1943, in Persia, Iowa, to Alden and Gertrude Janssen. The family moved to Tiffin in 1949, the town where Roger lived for the rest of his life. He was a beloved presence in and around Tiffin, widely known for his generosity, humor, and concern for others. He leaves behind a wealth of family and friends who adored him

Roger L. Janssen, 82, died peacefully at home April 9, 2025, with his son and brother by his side, after a brief but courageous battle with Acute Myeloid Leukemia. Roger was born March 8, 1943, in Persia, Iowa, to Alden and Gertrude Janssen. The family moved to Tiffin in 1949, the town where Roger l...