Author: Allison Jacobs

Lorie Lynn VanAmerongen, 61, of Winfield, died Saturday, November 23, 2024 at her home surrounded by family.  She was born July 11, 1963 in Charleston, Illinois to Robert Ray and Patsy Joan Cutright Blunk.  She was a 1981 graduate of New London High School and earned a degree in horticulture at Southeastern Community College.  She was of the Methodist faith.

On April 15, 1983, she married Bill VanAmerongen in New London.  She worked at Metromail, Motorola/Celestica, and as a SMT operator at Winegard.

Lorie enjoyed working with her plants and gardening; antiquing and going to flea markets; motorcycle riding; camping with her husband; anything to do with the outdoors; and all animals, especially her cats.  She loved being with her family and everyone else was always her first priority.

Survivors include her husband; her children Robert “Beau” of Winfield, Wilson “Will” of New London, and Lillian “Lily” of Winfield; three grandchildren, Hadley, Carson and Stella; sister Tena (Roy) Dixon of Burlington; brother Mike Blunk of Milton, Iowa; nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her parents Robert Blunk and Patsy Isle; her brother Tony, and sister Anna.

According to her wishes, her body has been cremated and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.  Elliott Chapel, New London, is assisting the family and online condolences may be left at www.elliottfuneralchapel.com.

Terrill “Terry” K. Wright, 85, of Mt. Pleasant, previously Danville, died Friday, November 22, 2024 at The Jackson Ridge Health Care Center in Maquoketa, Iowa.

He was born March 5, 1939 in Princeton, Illinois to Russell William and Helen Howard Wright.  He was a graduate of Princeton High School and a member of New London Presbyterian Church.

Immediately following high school, he joined the United States Air Force.  He was stationed at Barksdale Louisiana Air Force Base where he met his soon to be wife, Marlene Kay Jones.  They were married May 29, 1958 at the Swedesburg Lutheran Church, Swedesburg, Iowa.

Terry worked as a draftsman and did architectural drawing for New London Spahn and Rose and Standard of Beaverdale in West Burlington.  He enjoyed drawing house plans and loved being at home.

Survivors include his wife Marlene of Mt. Pleasant; daughter Tammy (Greg) Smith of Burlington; and sons Patrick Wright of Gulfport, Mississippi and Jeffrey Wright of Boxelder, South Dakota; four grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his parents and several siblings.

A graveside service will be held at 1:00 pm, Monday, December 2, 2024, at the Cambrian Welsh Cemetery, rural Columbus Jct., with Rev. David Mixon officiating.   Military rites will be presented by the Henry County Honor Guard.  A memorial has been established.

Elliott Chapel, New London, is assisting the family and online condolences may be left at www.elliottfuneralchapel.com.

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.

David L. Snodgrass, 66, of Mount Pleasant, died Thursday, November 21, 2024, in Mound City, Missouri, as a result of a UTV accident.

Dave was born December 23, 1957, in Knoxville, the son of James B. and Helen L. (White) Snodgrass. He graduated from Mount Pleasant High School in 1976 and continued his education at Northeast Missouri State University. On September 3, 1983, Dave was united in marriage to Barbara Behrens in Tipton. The couple made their home in Tipton prior to moving to the Mount Pleasant community in 1987. Dave worked sales at Alaniz and Sons, and Legacy Mail, before retiring in 2022. He was a member of First United Methodist Church, Phi Kappa Theta Fraternity, and Squaw Creek Hunt Club and Guide Service. He was an avid Iowa Hawkeye sports fan. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing and being outdoors and he wanted to share his passion with anyone that would join him. Above all else, Dave loved to spend time with family, especially his grandkids and attending all their activities.

Dave had an outgoing personality and made friends easily. He had the unique ability to strike up conversations with anyone and make real connections.  Dave always had a positive outlook and was the friendly face everyone was happy to see. He cherished his trips travelling to the beaches in Florida and the Lake of the Ozarks.

Dave is survived by his wife Barbara; two daughters Kelli (Ty) Welu of Peosta, Heidi Wheeler of Washington; three grandchildren Carson, Kennedy, Parker; mother Helen Snodgrass of Mount Pleasant; brother Mike (Sue) Snodgrass of Naples, Florida; sister-in-law Sandy (Dan Wagner) Ohrt of Tipton; and brother-in-law Wayne (Nanette) Behrens of Atalissa. He was also survived by many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father Jim; in-laws Gilbert and Phyllis Behrens; brother-in-law Gary Ohrt; sister-in-law Nikki Phelps; and niece Jodi Phelps.

Funeral service will be held 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at the First United Methodist Church with Rev. Court Fischer officiating. Burial will follow in the Tipton Masonic Cemetery. Visitation will be held 1:00-7:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 26, at Olson-Powell Chapel & Crematory. The family will be present to greet friends beginning at 4:00 p.m. Everyone is encouraged to wear Hawkeye or hunting attire to the Visitation. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established for the University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital. The Olson-Powell Chapel & Crematory is caring for Dave and his family.  www.powellfuneralhomes.com