The body of a Fairfield man, reported missing since June 14, has been found. According to the Jefferson County Attorney’s office Fairfield police located the body of 30 year old Joshua R. Meth on the outskirts of Chautauqua Park Thursday at about 9 pm. There were no signs of foul play. Cause of death is pending a final report from the medical examiner’s office. Reportedly, Meth left the home he shared with his girlfriend after an apparent argument on Sunday.
Robert L. Beatty, 90, of Mt. Pleasant, a longtime funeral director in the community died Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at Arbor Court in Mt. Pleasant.
A Celebration of life will be 11:00 AM, Monday, June 22, 2020 at the pavilion east of the grandstands on the Old Threshers grounds in Mt. Pleasant. Family will receive friends from 9:00-11:00 AM, Monday June 22, 2020 at the pavilion. Burial will follow at the Forest Home cemetery. A Memorial Fund has been established for the First United Methodist Church and Hillcrest family services.
Robert Lakin Beatty was born at his home in Wayne Township near Olds, IA, February 24, 1930, to Perry and Clara (Burk) Beatty. He graduated from the Olds high school in 1948 and was united in marriage to Rachel Shelton on June 24, 1956 at the Clio United Methodist Church. In earlier years he was employed with Block & Kuhl in Rock Island selling flooring and also Davidson’s in Des Moines. He worked for McGinnis Funeral Home in Davenport and Bettendorf and later owned and operated funeral homes in Salem, Wayland, Burlington, and Mt. Pleasant for many years. He was on the Westwood city council, a former member of Kiwanis, and a member of the First United Methodist Church.
Robert is survived by his wife Rachel of Mt. Pleasant, children Mark (Susan) Beatty of Washington, Lori (Steve) Petros of Willow,AK, grandchildren; Samantha Fye, Ashley (Calvin) Graybill, Alaina Beatty, and Alijah Beatty.
Robert was preceded in death by his parents.
Faylon E. Palmer, 79, of Winfield formerly of Olds, passed away on Tuesday, June 16, 2020 at The University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Private family burial will be in Fulton Cairo Cemetery. The Snyder & Hollenbaugh Funeral & Cremation Services of Winfield, formerly Honts Funeral Home is caring for Faylon’s arrangements and his family. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.sandhfuneralservices.com
Faylon Edward Palmer was born on March 27, 1941, in Lone Tree, IA the son of Edward and Margaret (Evans) Palmer. On August 1, 1959, Faylon was united in marriage to Patricia Vaughn in Mount Pleasant. Faylon was known for his mechanic skills of being able to fix anything. He was the owner/operator of DX service Station in Crawfordsville. He enjoyed building race cars, golfing, bowling and most importantly the time spent with family.
Faylon will be deeply missed by his three sons, Jim (Pam) Palmer of Iowa City, Steve (Julie) Palmer of Mt. Pleasant and Eric Palmer of Council Bluffs, IA; three daughters, Dawn Shampney of Thornton, NH, Becky (Les) Bride of Wayland and Michelle (Robert) Scibetta of North Tonawanda, NY; 10 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; five brothers, Francis (Connie) Palmer of Atalissa, IA, Maynard (Dixie) Palmer of Morning Sun, IA, Gary (Theresa) Palmer of Afton, Iowa, Robert “Bob” (Redna) Palmer of Muscatine, IA, and Karl Palmer of Rodgersville, TN; five sisters, Loretta (Eugene) Andrew of Burlington, IA, Nita (Jim) Carlson of New Port Richey, FL, Jean (Joe) Johnson of Washington, IA, Dale Steward of Mediapolis, IA and Nadine Walker of Wapello, IA and several nieces and nephews.
Faylon was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Patricia on February 18, 2020; one daughter, Terri in 2004; one sister, Gladys Beenblossom and three brothers, Clair and Dewayne Palmer and Harlan Jones.
Virginia C. Anderson, 90, of Mt. Pleasant, IA, passed away Wednesday, June 17, 2020, at Sunnybrook Assisted Living in Mt. Pleasant.
A private graveside service will be held at Embury Cemetery with Dave Philips, brother-in-law, officiating. At Virginia’s request gifts of love and friendship may be directed to Embury Cemetery Association. Olson~Powell Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements. On-line condolences may be directed to www.olsonpowell.com.
Born September 28, 1929, in Bloomfield, IA, Virginia Corrine Anderson was the daughter of Benjamin Franklin and Alga Lena (Black) Harris. She was a 1947 graduate of Mt. Pleasant High School. On November 26, 1947, at the Nazarene Church in Mt. Pleasant, Virginia married Carl L. Anderson. He preceded her in death May 11, 2009.
Along with being a homemaker, Virginia enjoyed working many years as a health care worker at the County Home in Lee County. She also drove bus for Central Lee Schools.
Virginia spent time reading her bible and was very active in church. She first attended Embury Methodist and later she, Carl, and four other couples started Bethel Bible Church. Virginia was a Sunday school teacher and participated in all church activities. She most recently attended Calvary Baptist Church. Fishing, gardening, and traveling also filled Virginia’s time.
Surviving Virginia, are one son, Stephen (Mary) Anderson of New London, IA; two daughters, Linda (Fred) Linn of Mt. Pleasant, IA, and Gloria Smith of Ponte Vedra Beach, FL; seven grandchildren, Carrie, Aaron, Jeff, Matthew, Phillip, Jessica, and Carli; twelve great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Along with her parents and husband, Virginia was preceded in death by a son, Robert Anderson; a son-in-law, Steve Smith; one brother; and three sisters.
Henry County Engineer’s Office announces a road closure on Iowa Avenue (south of Mt. Pleasant), at Highway 218, starting Monday, June 22nd at 7:00 AM for culvert replacement.The intersection of Iowa Avenue and Hwy 218 will be closed to all traffic. This project will take approximately 4 weeks, depending on weather. Questions may be answered at 319 385-0762.
Residents will have the opportunity to share their ideas for improving Mount Pleasant at a virtual presentation of initial design concepts, hosted by the Mount Pleasant Visioning Committee on Monday, June 22 via GoToMeeting. This presentation is the culmination of an input-gathering process to identify transportation needs and opportunities for enhancements in Mount Pleasant.
The committee had originally planned a series of focus groups back in March but those were cancelled due to the COVID-19 situation. They are now using a virtual format to gather input from the public. Ideas will be incorporated into a conceptual transportation and landscape enhancement plan.
A design team will be visiting potential project sites and working to develop a conceptual plan that meets the goals and needs of Mount Pleasant on Thursday and will present those ideas to the public on Monday, June 22. The public is invited to join this call/webinar to provide input on the designs.
Residents are welcome to review the proposed projects ahead of time at https://mountpleasantiowa.org/2020/06/17/improvementandbeautificationideas/.
If you have questions, or to learn more about participating in the public GoToMeeting call, please call Kristi Ray, committee chair, at 319-385-3101 or Emily Swihart, Trees Forever field coordinator/design specialist, at 563-260-1000.
The Iowa’s Living Roadways Community Visioning Program is sponsored by the Iowa Department of Transportation in partnership with Iowa State University Extension Landscape Architecture and Trees Forever.
GOTO MEETING INFORMATION:
Community Visioning | Design Charrette Public Presentation
Monday, June 22, 2020
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM (CDT)
Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet, or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/425761277
You can also dial in using your phone.
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United States: (872) 240-3212
Access Code: 425-761-277
The Mount Pleasant Area Chamber Alliance exists to improve the quality of life for Henry County residents through economic growth. The Alliance includes the Chamber of Commerce, Area Development Commission, Main Street Mount Pleasant and Henry County Tourism.
The Henry County Health Center Board of Trustees met Tuesday in regular session. CEO Robb Gardner said renovation work had geared back up again. So far most of the work has been taking place in the Family Medicine Offices. A lot of work has also been focused on the HVAC system and air handler replacement as well as relocating Central Sterile. Another phase of the parking lot improvement project begins at the end of the month. Work will start in the south parking lot, then move to the employee north parking lot and finish back in the south lot. The plan is to have it finished in five to six weeks.
Gardner also assured the board that all the contractors were being screened and wearing masks. He went on to say that wearing a mask is still the best way to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus. Masks are still required while in the Health Center but temperatures are no longer being checked at the entrance. And, all the suspended services have resumed. HCHC is using the same state data the Governor is using to make decisions moving forward.
The hospital is also using the Iowa Hospital Association financial impact report for pandemic related loss projections for hospitals across the state. The report shows the average revenue loss thru April 21 for critical access hospitals alike HCHC is 55%. Gardner said HCHC’s figures are in line at 54.5 to 55%. The total estimated impact of the virus for HCHC could be $3.6 million.
The trustees approved a new program to provide seniors with mental health help. HCHC will enter into a partnership with Senior Life Solutions, a psychiatric provider. This program is reimbursable thru insurance and would actually produce revenue.
