October 11, 2022
5:30 P.M.
The Mount Pleasant Planning and Zoning Commission will meet on October 11, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. in Mount Pleasant City Hall, 307 E Monroe St., in the large conference room.
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PAWS & More Animal Shelter, in Washington County, has been called to assist in the rescue and removal of dozens of cats from a Henry County home. Approximately twelve cats are in need of more critical care. PAWS & More is coordinating with local rescue organizations in this operation.
Beginning 10/6/22, there will be no adoption fee for the first 20 cats and kittens adopted from their shelter, located at 1004 1/2 W Madison St in Washington. Interested adopters should come to the shelter from 12PM-4PM.
Donations are needed for the removal and medical care of the cats and kittens. Donation links and applications to adopt cats and kittens can be found on their website https://www.pawsandmorewashington.org/ More information is available on their Facebook page.
If you would like more information about this, please contact Amber Talbot at (319) 461-9708
Mount Pleasant, Iowa, October 6, 2022 – Early detection is the best protection against breast cancer. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Henry County Health Center will offer screening mammograms with no appointment necessary on Friday, October 21. Normal billing processes will apply.
On October 21, anyone over the age of 40 is invited to get a routine screening mammogram between the hours of 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. at HCHC with the following guidelines:
HCHC patients receive advanced breast imaging with HCHC’s Hologic Selenia Dimensions 3-D mammography. Breast tomosynthesis, often referred to as 3-D mammography, allows doctors to see masses and distortions associated with cancers and precancerous cells significantly more clearly than conventional 2-D mammography.
For more information about mammography at HCHC, contact the Imaging Services Department at 319-385-6158. On October 21, no appointment is required for a routine screening mammogram; just register in the front lobby. However, for patients wanting to schedule a mammogram, call 319-385-6540.
The 2022 Mount Pleasant High School Homecoming Court was announced during Boom Night festivities at Mapleleaf Athletic Complex Thursday night. This year’s Queen is Meena Deesawasmongkol and the King is Wyatt Woodsmall. Here is the rest of this year’s Court….
Tristian Shull and Zerek Venghaus
Jacara Ivey and Jacob Richtman
Makalyla Dietzenbach and Will Davidson
Jersey Beachy and Carter Amos
The Court was announced following the annual Powder Puff football game between the Junior and Senior girls. Seniors won it 21 to 7.
Michael LaVahn Henderson, 74, of New London, died Wednesday, October 5, 2022 at the Veterans Hospital, Iowa City. He was born in Hawthorne, Nevada on March 5, 1948 to Thomas and Wanda “Dutch” McCrady Seeley and was raised by his mother and his father Miles Henderson who adopted him.
He was a 1966 graduate of New London High School. He was an Airborne Infantry Pathfinder for two tours in Vietnam. He received several medals including the Bronze Star and Purple Heart. He was a pipe fitter and belonged to the local 212 and retired from the local 225.
Michael married Elizabeth Ann Garvey and they raised their six children together before divorcing. He then married Hazel Johnson who preceded him in death. He spent his final years with his companion, Phyllis Cox in New London.
He was raised in the Methodist church but later joined the Catholic church; was a member of New London VFW Post #7641 and American Legion; enjoyed riding his Harley, working on old gas engines, hotrods, drag racing in high school, and time spent with his grandchildren.
Survivors include his children Casey (Michele) Henderson of New London, Andrea (Sean) Perkins of Marion, North Carolina, Gabriel Henderson of Gulfport, Illinois, Nathaniel Henderson of North Liberty, Patrick (Ali) Henderson of New London, and Gretchen Henderson of Lexington, Kentucky; six grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren; his special friend Phyllis Cox; brother Robert (Susan) Henderson of Mt. Pleasant; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother; both fathers; wife Hazel; and two half-brothers.
According to his wishes, his body has been cremated and a private inurnment with military rites by the Henry County Honor Guard will be held at Burge Cemetery, rural New London. A Celebration of Life for Mr. Henderson will begin at noon on October 29, 2022 at New London VFW Post #7641. In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for New London Fire and Rescue and New London VFW Post #7641. Online condolences may be left at www.elliottfuneralchapel.com.
The Alzheimer’s Association is inviting the Burlington and southeast Iowa communities to join the fight to end Alzheimer’s by participating in the Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Saturday, October 8.
What: The Walk to End Alzheimer’s helps support the Alzheimer’s Association’s critical research, care and support across Iowa. It is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research.
When: Saturday, October 8, 2022
Registration: 9 a.m.
Walk: 9:30 a.m.
Where: Westland Mall, 550 S. Gear Avenue, Burlington, IA 52655
Register and donate at alz.org/walk to get the most out of Walk day and support the fight to end Alzheimer’s.
Why: Alzheimer’s isn’t stopping and neither are we. Families facing Alzheimer’s and all other dementia need us now more than ever — and with your support, we can continue to be there for them. Every dollar you raise through Walk to End Alzheimer’s allows the Alzheimer’s Association® to provide 24/7 care and support while accelerating critical research.
More than 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease – the sixth-leading cause of death in the United States. Additionally, more than 11 million family members and friends provide care to people living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. In Iowa alone, there are more than 66,000 people living with the disease and 73,000 caregivers.
Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s®
The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Since 1989, the Alzheimer’s Association mobilized millions of Americans in the Alzheimer’s Association Memory Walk®; now the Alzheimer’s Association is continuing to lead the way with Walk to End Alzheimer’s. Together, we can end Alzheimer’s. Visit alz.org/walk to register and learn more.
Dennis Duane Cass, 66, of Montrose, Iowa, passed away at 8:20 a.m. Wednesday, October 5, 2022, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington, Iowa.
He was born on July 14, 1956 in Keosauqua, Iowa, the son of Donald L. and Arlene (Jones) Cass.
He is survived by his mother: Arlene; five brothers: Doug (Robin) Cass of Montrose, Iowa, Ron Cass of San Diego, California, Don (Patty) Cass of Farmington, Iowa, Jim (Tammy) Cass of Jacksonville, Florida and Joe Cass of Argyle, Iowa. Also surviving are several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his father: Donald and brother: Steve.
Dennis retired from Henniges Automotive in Keokuk, Iowa. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, woodworking and working on lawn mowers.
A visitation will begin at 12:00 noon, Sunday, October 9, 2022, at Schmitz Funeral Home in Donnellson, where the family will receive friends from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. that afternoon.
A graveside service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, October 10, 2022, at Greenglade Cemetery in Farmington with Reverend Andrew Ellis officiating.
A memorial has been established in his memory for Greenglade Cemetery.
Schmitz Funeral Home of Donnellson is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.schmitzfuneralhomes.com.
The Henry County Recorder’s Office and The Iowa County Recorders Association wants to make all veterans aware that recording or requesting military records is always free of charge for a veteran. In recent weeks it has been reported that a third-party company has been charging veterans to record these documents. Please review the Iowa Code chapter and information regarding submitting copies of DD214 documents below. Please remember to always contact your local County Recorder for assistance recording or requesting military records.
The County Recorder’s office has on permanent record, military discharges that have been presented for recording by the veterans themselves. Pursuant to Iowa Code Chapter 331.608(6), notwithstanding section 22.2, subsection 1, such record shall be confidential and shall not be made available for examination or copying except as follows:
Veterans are also eligible to submit legal copies of their DD214 to the County Recorder’s office in the county in which they reside. There is no fee to record the DD214. Copies of military discharge records are also free of charge. Veterans and entitled immediate family members may request in-person or complete a military discharge application. All records not recorded in your local county can be requested from the National Personnel Records Center.
For more information, please contact the Henry Recorder’s Office at 319-385-0765 or the Henry County Veteran’s Affairs Office at 319-385-0792.
