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01/09/2026

Lila Jean Murphy, 99, a lifetime Iowa City area resident, died January 9, 2026, at Legacy Assisted Living in Iowa City. She was born January 19, 1926, to Charles & Lila (Wagner) Beckman in Iowa City, Iowa, and attended local schools, graduating from Iowa City High School in 1944 and from the University of Iowa in 1948. Lila Jean married John C. Murphy on September 26, 1948, and lived and worked on the Murphy Century Farm for over 50 years in Johnson County. She was active in local rural affairs and the Farm Bureau, a 4-H leader, a member of the First United Methodist Church, and resided in recent years at Legacy Independent Living.

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01/08/2026

David C. Seemuth, age 65, of Iowa City, passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at Briarwood Healthcare Center.

Born on April 20, 1960, at Mercy Hospital in Iowa City, David was the son of William and Katy (Burke) Seemuth. He graduated from Regina High School in 1978.

David was united in marriage to Becky Favorurite on May 12, 1991, in Las Vegas. He worked at the University of Iowa and later retired from Shakespear’s in 2022. David enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson Softtail Custom.

David C. Seemuth, age 65, of Iowa City, passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at Briarwood Healthcare Center. Born on April 20, 1960, at Mercy Hospital in Iowa City, David was the son of William and Katy (Burke) Seemuth. He graduated from Regina High School in 1978. David was united in marriage...

01/07/2026

Randy L. Belknap age 68 of North Liberty died of complications of liver cancer on Monday, January 5, 2026.

Memorial services will be held at 4pm Friday, January 9, 2026, at the North Liberty First United Methodist Church where a time of visitation will be held beginning at 2pm Friday until service time and continued following the services with Randy’s favorite pizza and Mt. Dew served for his family and friends. In lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made to Old Thresher’s Reunion Association or Muscatine County Fair Heritage Hall. To share a thought, memory or condolence please visit Gay & Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service website @ www.gayandciha.com.

Randall Lynn Belknap was born December 2, 1957, in Vinton, Iowa the son of Duane and Monica (Kaestner) Belknap. Randy graduated from Clear Creek High

School with the Class of 1976. For many years he was employed by Hawkeye Foods as a driver, mechanic and safety director. Following his years at Hawkeye, he owned RB’s Small Engine Service in North Liberty and during retirement got back into farming, planting and caring for the 10 acres of his home and helping his uncle Darrell Kaestner and cousins Jon Kaestner at their farm.

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Randy L. Belknap age 68 of North Liberty died of complications of liver cancer on Monday, January 5, 2026. Memorial services will be held at 4pm Friday, January 9, 2026, at the North Liberty First United Methodist Church where a time of visitation will be held beginning at 2pm Friday until service t...

01/05/2026

Patrick Thomas Hogan passed away on January 1, 2026, at home in Iowa City, after a courageous battle with some cruel illnesses. He was 76 years old.

Patrick was a loving husband, father, and grandfather and a loyal friend. He retired from the University of Iowa Library Services in 2015. Patrick was introduced by friends to Patricia Kane, known to all as Patty Kane, one summer evening in 1971 in Iowa City. They made an instant connection and were together from then on. They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on December 17, 2025. Patrick was a man who was rich in daughters, as an Iowa songwriter once wrote. He and Patty named theirs Bridget, Erin, and Caitlin. Patrick was a staunch Iowa Hawkeye fan and an enthusiastic student of his family’s Irish heritage. Before pernicious ailments robbed him of some of his vitality, he was an active participant in a variety of sports, including racquetball, ping pong, softball, golf, pheasant hunting, and biking. The easy grace of his distance running brought to mind the athletic traditions of his Irish ancestors. In the last years of his life, he took great pleasure in watching his grandchildren swim and play in his pool, and in attending their games and activities.

Patrick Thomas Hogan passed away on January 1, 2026, at home in Iowa City, after a courageous battle with some cruel illnesses. He was 76 years old. Patrick was a loving husband, father, and grandfather and a loyal friend. He retired from the University of Iowa Library Services in 2015. Patrick was....

01/05/2026

Ronald Leon Boone, 76, of Cedar Rapids passed peacefully surrounded by family on December 31, 2025.

Ronn was born June 13th, 1949, to Louie and Virginia Boone in LaHarpe, Illinois.

Quaker Oats brought the family to Cedar Rapids, Ronn worked for Quaker Oats for many years and couldn’t retire fast enough. Ronn was known for his infectious laugh; his family called it his “cackle”. Ronn had a heart of gold and would do anything for his family. When his brother Steve passed, he selflessly filled his shoes and became “Dad” to his Nieces Leslie and Ashley. He had many great and great-great nieces and nephews, several whom referred to him as “Papa” and he was proud of each and every one of them.

Ronald Leon Boone, 76, of Cedar Rapids passed peacefully surrounded by family on December 31, 2025. Ronn was born June 13th, 1949, to Louie and Virginia Boone in LaHarpe, Illinois. Quaker Oats brought the family to Cedar Rapids, Ronn worked for Quaker Oats for many years and couldn’t retire fast e...

01/04/2026

Marilyn Jane Truitt of Iowa City passed away January 1, 2026, at the age of 82.

Funeral Services will be held on Friday, January 9, 2026, at 10:30am at Gay & Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service followed by burial at Oakland Cemetery in Iowa City. Visitation will be held Thursday, January 8th from 4-6 pm at the funeral home. To share a thought , memory or condolence please visit Gay & Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service website @ www.gayandciha.com.

Marilyn was born July 20, 1943, to Robert "Roy" Turner and Selma (Swanson) Turner. She graduated from Washington High School in Cherokee, Iowa in 1962. Marilyn graduated from the University of Iowa with a BA in Art in February of 1966. Later that year, Marilyn married Darell Gene Truitt at St. Thomas Moore in Iowa City.

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Marilyn Jane Truitt of Iowa City passed away January 1, 2026, at the age of 82. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, January 9, 2026, at 10:30am at Gay & Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service followed by burial at Oakland Cemetery in Iowa City. Visitation will be held Thursday, January 8th from 4-6...

01/03/2026

Brenda Marie Greazel, age 75 of rural Solon, peacefully passed away on Friday, January 2, 2026, at Winslow House Care Center, in Marion, Iowa.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 am Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at St.Mary’s Catholic Church in Solon, with burial to follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Solon. Visitation will be at the church on Tuesday from 4 to 7 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in Brenda’s honor to either Iowa 4-H Foundation-Johnson County Endowment (checks to Iowa 4-H Foundation, 1259 Stange Rd, Ames, IA 50011) or Dementia Friendly Iowa (checks to NEI3A, 2728 Asbury Road #430, Dubuque, IA 52001). To share a thought, memory or condolence please visit Gay & Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service website @ www.gayandciha.com.

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Brenda Marie Greazel, age 75 of rural Solon, peacefully passed away on Friday, January 2, 2026, at Winslow House Care Center, in Marion, Iowa. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 am Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at St.Mary’s Catholic Church in Solon, with burial to follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery...

01/03/2026

Raymond Ernest Carlson passed away peacefully in his sleep on December 30, 2025.

Raymond was born June 19, 1929, in Duluth, Minnesota to Leopold and Lena Carlson. Served in the Korean conflict from 1949-1953 on the SS Dashiell destroyer from the US Navy. It was during this time that he lost the hearing in his right ear by being too close to the guns. Drills were supposed to be over, but one last 5” launched and the rest is history. I would be remiss if I did not share this information. He married Doris Morris on June 14, 1952. They adopted 3 children. David, Bonnie, and Nancy. Ray worked for Montgomery Elevator in Moline, IL for 35 years.

Raymond Ernest Carlson passed away peacefully in his sleep on December 30, 2025. Raymond was born June 19, 1929, in Duluth, Minnesota to Leopold and Lena Carlson. Served in the Korean conflict from 1949-1953 on the SS Dashiell destroyer from the US Navy. It was during this time that he lost the hear...

12/29/2025

Richard Charles “Chuck” Powers, of Lone Tree, Iowa, passed away Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at the age of 55.

Chuck was born on February 22, 1970, in Iowa City, Iowa, to Richard and Susan (Haney) Powers. He lived his entire life in the Iowa City area and attended Iowa City schools. He had several jobs over the years; the last of which was as a car detailer in Lone Tree.

Chuck made friends everywhere he went. He had a kind heart and was an overall nice guy willing to lend a hand when needed. He loved the band KISS and seemed to know all the musicians in 80’s bands off the top of his head. He loved animals of all kinds and had many as pets over the years, including a bearded dragon, snakes, and a ferret. He enjoyed car shows, working on cars, and always hoped to restore a Chevy Nova.

Richard Charles “Chuck” Powers, of Lone Tree, Iowa, passed away Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at the age of 55. Chuck was born on February 22, 1970, in Iowa City, Iowa, to Richard and Susan (Haney) Powers. He lived his entire life in the Iowa City area and attended Iowa City schools. He had severa...

12/22/2025

Edith N. Snyder, age 65, of Iowa City, passed away on Sunday, December 21, 2025 at her home.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. until noon on Friday, December 26, 2025 at Gay and Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service, where there will be a time of fellowship and luncheon following the visitation. Burial will be held at Memory Gardens Cemetery.

Born on November 20, 1960 in Marengo, Edith was the daughter of Wendell and Lucille (Criag) Snyder. Her parents sold the farm following her diagnosis, and they moved to Iowa City to be closer to the University of Iowa for Edith’s care.

Edith attended the University Hospital School. She then worked for Goodwill Industries until her retirement. Edith’s parents took care of her at home until 2002. She then moved to Reach for Your Potential where she received excellent care and made many lasting friendships.

Edith N. Snyder, age 65, of Iowa City, passed away on Sunday, December 21, 2025 at her home. Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. until noon on Friday, December 26, 2025 at Gay and Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service, where there will be a time of fellowship and luncheon following the visitation.....

12/22/2025

Charles Ray (Tiger) Tandy passed away suddenly on Monday, December 8, 2025, at the age of 66. He was on the road in Crawfordsville, Indiana doing what he loved, picking up a load to be delivered to Williamsburg, Iowa.

Tiger was born in Iowa City, Iowa on June 11, 1959. He lived his entire life around the Oxford, Iowa area. He spent most of his adult working career in the trucking industry. He was owner of Tiger Tandy LLC trucking company.

Tiger enjoyed spending time with loved ones and friends. He especially enjoyed the chili parties that he hosted multiple times a year.

He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Cynthia, his sons Joshua and Jeremiah, along with grandchildren Matthew, Mary-Jane, and Elizabeth.

Charles Ray (Tiger) Tandy passed away suddenly on Monday, December 8, 2025, at the age of 66. He was on the road in Crawfordsville, Indiana doing what he loved, picking up a load to be delivered to Williamsburg, Iowa. Tiger was born in Iowa City, Iowa on June 11, 1959. He lived his entire life aroun...

12/19/2025

Mary M. Fouchek, age 83 of rural Iowa City, died at her home with her brother, Eldon by her side on Saturday, December 13, 2025.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 am Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at Gay & Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service in Iowa City where there will be a time of visitation on Monday from 4 to 6pm. Burial will be at the Memory Gardens Cemetery following the funeral services on Tuesday. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in Mary’s honor to the Lone Tree First Responders or Iowa City Hospice. We will be forever grateful to Hospice as they provided assistance making it possible for Mary to stay at home until she was called to Heaven.

Mary Margaret Fouchek was born November 18, 1942, in Iowa City, Iowa the daughter of Harold and Edith (Hotz) Fouchek. She attended country school near their home farm through the 8th grade, when she then attended City High School in Iowa City graduating in 1961. She continued her education at the Iowa City Commercial College where while attending she taught English Courses. She entered the world of work as a secretary for the former State Senator, D.C. Nolan and two local county attorneys. She later began working for Landmark Surveying, where Mary worked for 20 years until her retirement. She was so thankful for this opportunity as it was her favorite employment.

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