An early morning structure fire was reported in New London on Wednesday, 11/27/24. New London Fire and Rescue, Mt. Pleasant Fire and Rescue, Henry County Sheriff’s Department and New London Police Department responded to a house fire at the corner of S. Maple Street and W. Wilson Street in New London at about 1:15am. Occupants of the home were reported to be safe.
Stacy Kay Hunsaker
Stacy Kay Hunsaker, 62, of Mt. Pleasant passed away Thursday, November 21, 2024, after 17 courageous years fighting breast cancer at the Riverside Casino, enjoying what she loved to do getting her free play and free gift.
Stacy was born on September 18, 1962 in Mt. Pleasant the daughter of Thomas Leonard and Beverly Ruth (Church) Wilson. She graduated from Mt. Pleasant Community High School. Stacy was united in marriage to Cliff Hunsaker on June 27, 1981, in Mt. Pleasant. Stacy worked at Motorola, then Celestica until it closed in 2005. After Celestica closed, Stacy worked at STAATS Custom Awards and Almost Home Doggy Daycare before returning back to STAATS. Stacy was set to start back as summer help in June 2024, until being placed in hospice care on June 1st, defying the doctor’s prediction of surviving only two weeks. Stacy was an avid Kansas City Chiefs and Iowa Women’s Basketball fan
Stacy was one of the strongest people, was a superhero to many for her courageous fight with breast cancer. Stacy loved the outdoors, spending hours fishing especially at Uncle Pork and Aunt Vicki Beach’s in Denmark, hunting morel mushrooms, grilling and going to the casino to get her free gift and free play. She loved spending time with family and especially her two grandchildren. Stacy was a loving daughter, sister, wife, mother and grandmother. She was a strong fighter to the very end.
Those thankful for sharing in Stacy’s life include her husband, Cliff of 43 years, her daughter and family Jodi (Arthur) Campbell and Kyle and Kara Campbell of Mt. Pleasant, her mother, Beverly Wilson of Mt. Pleasant, her brothers and sister, Steve Pollock of Little Rock, Arkansas, Leonard and Julie Wilson of Mt. Pleasant and her mother-in-law, Linda Hunsaker of Mt. Pleasant.
Stacy was preceded in death by her father of Moore, Oklahoma, her father-in-law, Neil Hunsaker and her grandparents.
Funeral services will be Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 10:30 a.m. at the Lincoln Street Baptist Church in Mt. Pleasant with Pastor Will Hunsaker officiating with a luncheon to follow. Friends may call after 2 p.m. on Friday at the Murphy Funeral Home of Mt. Pleasant, with the family present from 5 to 7 p.m. that evening. In lieu of flowers memorials have been established to the Mt. Pleasant FFA Chapter and All God’s Creatures Animal Shelter of Mt Pleasant.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.murphyfuneralandmonuments.com
Murphy Funeral Home of Mt. Pleasant, is caring for her arrangements.
Criss Shadee Tajeddin
Criss Shadee Tajeddin, 31, of Mt. Pleasant passed away on Friday, November 22, 2024, at his home.
Criss was born on November 25, 1992, in Iowa City the son of Sam Tajeddin and Connie (Bryant) Jackson. He graduated in the class of 2013 from Keokuk High School. He enjoyed playing video games and spending time with his family. Criss was working at Your Choice Restaurant in Wayland.
Those thankful for sharing in his life include his daughter, Aubree Tajeddin of New York, his parents, Sam and Penny Tajeddin of Mt. Pleasant, his sister, Sira (Joe) Curfman of Mt. Pleasant, his step-brothers, Michael Mastropietro and Robert Mastropietro both of Burlington, his aunt and uncle, Ammar and Gemma Tajaldin and his niece and nephews, Joseph, Jayce and Hannah.
According to his wishes cremation has been entrusted to the care of Murphy Funeral Home of Mt. Pleasant. No services are planned at this time.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.murphyfuneralandmonuments.com
Murphy Funeral Home of Mt. Pleasant, is caring for his arrangements.
Raymond Leroy “Roy” Gilleard
Raymond Leroy “Roy” Gilleard, 86, of Mt. Pleasant passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2024, at his home.
Roy was born on May 23, 1938, in Fairfield the son of Bernard and Alice (Willey) Gilleard. He graduated from New London High School in the class of 1957, where he holds the record for the 50 yard dash. Roy was united in marriage to Martha (Joy) Guinn on July 6, 1958, at the First United Methodist Church in Mt. Pleasant. He went on to join the Army Reserves on October 15, 1961 and was honorably discharged on August 7, 1962. Roy had a passion for youth coaching Pop Warner football for 23 years and Junior Varsity football for 2 years, both in Phoenix, Arizona. He worked for Garretson Tool and Die, Carnation Milk Company in Phoenix, Arizona and sold insurance for Horace Mann and Minnesota Mutual Life. Roy and Joy traveled the world and decided to settle down and stay in Mt. Pleasant. He taught bridge at the Mt. Pleasant Middle School for several years, and played ACBL Bridge on the computer and in person. He enjoyed his time at the REC Center and his coffee with his friends. He was very active in the GOP. Roy was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Mt. Pleasant.
Those thankful for sharing in Roy’s life include his wife, Joy, of 66 years, his son, Gregory Allen Gilleard, of Farmington, New Mexico, one granddaughter, Amber Lee (Clint) Harper and their children, Brex, Lilly and London of Gilbert, Arizona, his brother, Gale A. (Janice) Gilleard, of New London and his daughters, Wendy and Terri, his sister, Tammy (Jerry) King of Burlington, his half-sister, Sylvia Guitierez, of Chicago, Illinois.
He was preceded in death by his parents, stepfather, Sylvester Lopez, his stepmother, Alethea Lenz and a half-sister, Juanita Montgomery.
Funeral services celebrating his life will be held on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at 2:30 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church in Mt. Pleasant with The Reverend Court Fischer officiating. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. on Monday, December 2, 2024, at the church.
Burial will be held at a later date in Brooks Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to EveryStep Hospice and to the First United Methodist Church in Mt. Pleasant.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.murphyfuneralandmonuments.com
Murphy Funeral Home of Mt. Pleasant, is caring for his arrangements.
VOLUNTEER NEEDED: Let Your Littles Shop New London, 12/7
The Holiday Stroll Committee is seeking volunteers for the Let Your Littles Shop on Saturday, December 7th from 10 am to 1 pm in the Clark Elementary School Cafeteria. This is a great way for your child to give back to their community and earn Silver Cord hours. You must be 7th grade or older and you must be able to help kids shop and keep track of how much the child is spending. Dressing as an elf is not required but encouraged. If you would like to sign up, follow the link below.
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Ann Morehouse
Ann Morehouse, 86, of Mt. Pleasant, IA, died Friday, November 22, 2024 at Savannah Heights in Mt. Pleasant
Antionette Louise (Bailey) Morehouse was born July 1, 1938 in Mt. Pleasant, the daughter of Bernard Bailey and Marjorie (Donald) Bailey.
Ann attended grade school in Newton, KS and Mt. Pleasant. She attended High School in Mt. Pleasant where she met her husband-to-be of almost 68 years. Ann and William Henry “Bill” Morehouse were married on November 14, 1954. She was a member of Girl Scouts and Rainbow Girls. While in Junior High, Ann was confirmed into membership of the old Mt. Pleasant First Methodist Church through baptism and confirmation class.
After helping to raise their three sons, Ann continued her education from Ottawa University and St. Paul School of Theology in Kansas City, MO. As an Ordained Deacon in the Missouri West Conference of the United Methodist Church, she served several pastorates in Missouri until her retirement in June, 2000. Her Bachelor of Arts degree was in fine arts and she produced many beautiful quilts now belonging to her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Ann spent many years itinerating with her husband as the pastor’s spouse. As a liturgical artist, she illustrated her husband’s messages on canvas before many congregations. In retirement she served as co-pastor with her husband, William at the former Congregational Church of Mt. Pleasant and Faith United Methodist Church in Libertyville, IA.
Ann is survived by her sons: Mark W. (Rebecca) Morehouse of Lamoni, IA, Michael J. (Maureen) Morehouse of Winterset, IA and David (Caroline) Morehouse of Mason City, IA; grandchildren: Spencer (Jenny) Morehouse, Marissa (Justin) Jenkins, Josiah D. (Tiffani) Morehouse, Nicole (Zachary) Adams, Sue Ellen (James) Green, Kelly (Colton) Clark, John (Krista) Kern; great-grandchildren – Kevin, Paiton and Creighton Morehouse; Aria and Nellie Kehm, Sipher and Davi Skye Adams; Aleesia, Malaki, Kingsley, Christian and Uriah Morehouse; Oliver, Oaklee and Hazel Grace Clark; Donald Green and Kate Kern and one great-great-grandchild, Zolla. She is also survived by one sister, Tanya (Donald) Cox of Oklahoma City; sister-in-law, Jean Bailey of Grand Island, NE and many nieces and nephews.
Antionette was preceded in death by her husband William H. Morehouse, her parents, Bernard and Marjorie Bailey, great-grandson Christian Eric Morehouse and brothers, Ronald Bailey, James Bailey and sister-in-law, Margaret Bailey.
The funeral service for Ann will be Friday, November 29 at 12 Noon at the First United Methodist Church, 309 North Main Street, Mount Pleasant. The Reverend Court Fischer, Senior Pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in the Oakland Mills Cemetery, rural Mt. Pleasant. Visitation with the family will be from 11 AM until 12 Noon on Friday at the church
Those considering an expression of sympathy may direct memorials to the Oakland Mills Cemetery.
The Kimzey Funeral Home, 213 North Main Street, Mt. Pleasant, is assisting Ann’s family with the arrangements.
Online condolences may be directed to www.kimzeyfh.com
Child Passenger Safety Technician in Fort Madison
Exciting news in Fort Madison, Fort Madison Fire Department Backup Engineer JD Coakley is now a certified Child Passenger Safety Technician. Starting January the program will include a registration process which will be accessible on the Fire Department section of the Fort Madison City Website. Before then, you can call the Fort Madison Fire Station for inspections at 319-372-6472.
New London Library Wrapping Presents to Support Programs
Love the holidays but don’t feel the same about wrapping your presents? The New London Public Library is once again wrapping the presents for you! Sunday December 15th from 1-5 walk ins are welcome. Simply drop the gifts you would like wrapped and your own wrapping materials and boxes upstairs in the library and make sure you leave your contact information. You will be notified when your wrapped gifts are ready for completion. There’s a flat rate of $2 per gift but additional donations are welcome. The New London library will use these funds to purchase needed materials throughout the year as well as upgrade and maintain programs. Sunday December 15th from 1-5 not work? Call 319-367-7704 to schedule an appointment.