Geelan Funeral Home

04/11/2026

One year.

It’s been one year since we opened our funeral home! In that short time, a lot has happened. Here’s a recap:

•Over 45 people have transferred their prearrangements to us.

•More than 110 people have chosen to plan ahead with us.

•Served close to 40 families who have lost a loved one.

•Added to our staff as we continue to grow.

•Hosted several community events & been actively involved within the communities we serve.

We appreciate the trust people have placed in us. We’re focused on continuing to serve our communities and building something that will be here, under the same ownership, for decades to come.

— The Geelans

04/07/2026

Robert "Pritch" Pritchard, age 87, passed away on Monday, April 6, 2026, at his home in Spencer, Iowa.

A Private Committal Service will be held at a later date.

To leave a message of sympathy for his family, please follow the link below. Geelan Funeral Home is assisting his family with arrangements.

View Robert "Pritch" Pritchard's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

04/07/2026

Just a reminder that our Community Coffee for April is tomorrow from 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM. We can’t wait to see you in the morning!

04/06/2026

Anne Marie "Annie" Jane Harvego passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at the Spencer Hospital, at the age of 60.

A Private Family Burial will be held at a later date.

To leave a message of sympathy for her family, please follow the link below. Geelan Funeral Home is assisting her family with arrangements.

View Anne Marie Harvego's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

04/05/2026

Happy Easter to everyone! We wish you days filled with hope, renewal, and peace. May this season bring comfort, warmth, and moments to cherish with those you love.

04/02/2026

Can't believe it's already April! As you look over your calendar for next week, be sure to add our monthly Community Coffee happening Wednesday, April 8th from 7:30–9:00 AM. Stop by to enjoy some coffee, refreshments, treats, and some great conversation with friends and neighbors! 🍩🫖

04/01/2026

We are incredibly grateful to our veterans and their spouses for your service, sacrifice, and continued impact on our community. It was an honor to spend yesterday evening with you.

A special thank you to Katie Ginger with Clay County Veteran Affairs and Ken Nelson with St. St Luke Lutheran Home (a VA facility) for providing such valuable information and helping families better understand the benefits available to them.

A big shoutout to Fareway Stores Spencer for generously sponsoring the meal. Your support helped make the night special.

03/31/2026

George H. Veitch, age 76, passed away on Monday, March 30, 2026, at his home in Ruthven, Iowa.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

To leave a message of sympathy for his family, please follow the link below. Geelan Funeral Home is assisting his family with arrangements.

View George Veitch's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

03/26/2026

Mone Keoninh, age 69, passed away on Tuesday, March 24th, 2026.

VISITATION
Saturday, March 28, 2026
1:00 - 2:00 PM
Geelan Funeral Home
Spencer, Iowa

SERVICE
Saturday, March 28, 2026
2:00 PM
Geelan Funeral Home
Spencer, Iowa

CLERGY
Rev. Barb Dean

BURIAL
To be held at a later date.

To read her full obituary or leave a message of sympathy to Mone's family, you may do so by following the link below. Geelan Funeral Home assisted her family with arrangements.

View Mone Keoninh's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

03/25/2026

Norval J. "Bugzy" Stovall Jr. of Ruthven (Formerly of Denver, Colorado) passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2026, at the Ruthven Community Care Center in Ruthven, Iowa, at the age of 76.

GRAVESIDE SERVICE
Monday, March 30, 2026
4:00 PM
Red Line Cemetery
Kirkman, Iowa

BURIAL
Monday, March 30, 2026
4:30 PM
Red Line Cemetery
Kirkman, Iowa

To leave a message of sympathy for Norval's family, please follow the link below. Geelan Funeral Home is assisting his family with arrangements.

View Norval "Bugzy" Stovall Jr.'s obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

03/18/2026

Dale Francis Olsen, age 81, of Phoenix, AZ, passed away on March 11, 2026.

A Memorial Service will be held at a later date in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

To leave a message of sympathy for his family, please use the link below. Geelan Funeral Home is assisting his family with arrangements.

View Dale Olsen's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

03/16/2026

George J. Kliegl, age 94, passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at Lakeside Lutheran Home in Emmetsburg, Iowa.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS ROSARY
Saturday, March 21, 2026
9:15 AM
Holy Family Catholic Church
Emmetsburg, Iowa

VISITATION
Saturday, March 21, 2026
9:30-10:30 AM
Holy Family Catholic Church
Emmetsburg, Iowa

MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL
Saturday, March 21, 2026
10:30 AM
Holy Family Catholic Church
Emmetsburg, Iowa

CELEBRANT
Rev. Brian Feller

DEACON
John Rudd

MILITARY HONORS
VFW Post #2295 Emmetsburg, Iowa
United States Army Honor Guard

INTERMENT
St. John's Catholic Cemetery
Emmetsburg, Iowa

To leave a message of sympathy to George's family, you may do so by following the link below. Geelan Funeral Home assisted his family with arrangements.

View George Kliegl's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.