Ellen S. Krieger

Ellen S. Krieger, 77, of Mt. Pleasant, died Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at Addington Place in Mt. Pleasant.

Funeral arrangements are pending at the Kimzey Funeral Home, 213 North Main Street, Mount Pleasant.

Online condolences may be directed to www.kimzeyfh.com

Charla Louise Warner, 81, of Bonaparte, passed away at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL on September 8, 2025. Charla was a remarkable woman whose life was a tapestry of love, dedication, and community service.

Born on May 26, 1944, in Argyle, Iowa, to Kenneth and Virginia Schroeder Carson, Charla’s early years were marked by frequent moves around Iowa, following her father’s work. She graduated from Denmark High School in 1962 and soon after began working at the Penitentiary in Fort Madison. Charla married Lyle Williams on May 30, 1964 and they later divorced.  Charla found love again with Kenneth C. Warner, whom she married on September 16, 1979, in Farmington. Together, they built a life in Bonaparte.

Charla’s career was diverse and fulfilling. After her time at the penitentiary, she took several years off to raise her children. Once they were old enough for school, Charla re-entered the workforce, holding positions at the Van Buren Leader Record, State Central Bank, and the doctor’s office in Bonaparte. Her professional life was just one facet of her dedication to her community.

Charla was a pillar of her community, serving on numerous boards and associations. She was the current president of the Bonaparte Cemetery Board, the Bonaparte Historical Association, the Tea Leaf Club, and the Township Store. She also contributed to the former Bonaparte Main Street Association and the Rathbun Rural Water Association Director. Volunteering was not just a pastime for Charla; it was a passion. She believed in the power of community and gave her time generously to make Bonaparte a better place.

Outside of her professional and volunteer work, Charla had a zest for life. She enjoyed traveling with friends and cherished the camaraderie of Thirsty Thursdays at the Hotel Manning. However, her greatest joy came from spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Charla’s love for her family was evident in everything she did, and her legacy of love and dedication will live on through them.

Charla is survived by her son, Alan Williams (Cortney) of Somerset, WI; her daughters, Susan Hines and Lori Loyd (Steve) of Bonaparte; her brother, John Carson (Jessie) of West Point; her sisters, Barb Rockhold of Mercer, MO, and Margaret Moeller of Fort Madison; her grandchildren, Jordy, Colten (Taylor), Jacob (Madison), Andrew, and Brady (Ashley); her great-grandchildren, Camden, Kinzley, and Kaden; and many extended family members and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Charlie, brothers Jim and Dick Carson, and sisters Pam Carson and Judy Huprich.

Charla’s life will be celebrated at a funeral service on Monday, September 15, 2025, at 10:30 AM at Cranston Family Funeral Home in Keosauqua, with Ellis Andrews officiating. Visitation with family present will be from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM on Sunday September 14, 2025 at Cranston Family Funeral Home in Keosauqua. Burial in Bonaparte Cemetery will follow the service. Memorials in Charla’s honor to the Bonaparte Cemetery may be left at the funeral home or mailed to the family at P.O. Box 37, Bonaparte, Iowa 52620. Friends may leave online condolences at www.cranstonfamilyfuneralhome.com

Charla’s memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew her. Her dedication to her family, her community, and her friends will be remembered and cherished forever.

“Ricky L. Graham, 67, of Burlington, died Sunday, September 7, 2025, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West Burlington.

Born August 28, 1958, in Burlington, IA, he was the son of Thomas and Sandra Jackson Graham. On March 19, 1994 he married Nancy Heller.

Ricky worked construction throughout his life and later started his own business – Ricky’s Handyman Service.  He was a hard worker and developed a reputation of being dependable and someone you could count on to get the job done.  Ricky looked forward to being outside, whether that was hunting or fishing – he found peace in nature.  Family was important to him and he enjoyed spending as much time as he could with his grandkids.  Ricky’s dedication and steadfastness will be missed but his memory will continue in the hearts of his family and friends.

Survivors include wife of 31 years, Nancy; children, Randy (Rebecca) Graham, Dylan (Kimberly) Graham, Mike (Amber) Spiker, Christina Graham, Shanna (Dion) Graham, Kathie (Ron) Koresko; siblings, Scott Graham, Ronnie Graham, Charlotte Leasure, Sherry (Dave) Groenewald, Rhonda (J.D.) Gutierrez; fifteen grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; twelve nieces and nephews; and a close friend, Wayne Knopp.

Ricky is preceded in death by his parent’s, Thomas and Sandra.

Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory.

No visitation or services are scheduled at this time.

Memories and condolences may be shared at www.prughfuneral.com.”