ᐅ Iowa Death Notices 2009-2024
Harper, Todd, Thomas, Steven, Shirley, Ruth, Russell, Roy, Roland...

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▰ Todd Allen Harper

Died August 12, … More Information
Todd Allen Harper, of Altoona, Iowa, passed from this world into the next August 12, 2006. Todd was 37.
Obituary published: August 13, 2006 in "Des Moines Register"

▰ Thomas B Harper

Died June 08, … More Information
Thomas B Harper, age 60 of West Des Moines, Iowa, passed away peacefully June 8, 2008.
Obituary published: June 09, 2008 in "Des Moines Register"

▰ Thomas B Harper

Died June 09, … More Information
Thomas B Harper, age 60 of West Des Moines, Iowa, entered into eternal rest June 9, 2008.
Obituary published: June 10, 2008 in "Des Moines Register"

▰ Steven Harper

Died June 30, … More Information
Steven Harper went into the presence of the Lord on June 30, 2010 in Osceola, Iowa.
Obituary published: July 01, 2010 in "Des Moines Register"

▰ Shirley Mae Thomas Harper

Died March 17, … More Information
Shirley Mae Thomas Harper, born September 6, 1960 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord March 17, 2015 in Des Moines, Iowa. Shirley was 54.

▰ Ruth Serilda Harper

Died January 20, … More Information
Ruth Serilda Harper, of Dumont, Iowa, entered eternal life January 20, 2000. Ruth was 81.
Obituary published: January 21, 2000 in "Waterloo/Cedar Falls Courier"

▰ Ruth Serilda Harper

Died January 20, … More Information
Ruth Serilda Harper, 81, of Dumont, Iowa, left her earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home January 20, 2000.
Obituary published: January 21, 2000 in "Mason City G-G"

▰ Ruth Elizabeth (Pursel) Harper

Died January 27, … More Information
Ruth Elizabeth (Pursel) Harper, age 88 of Eldora, Iowa, gained her wings on January 27, 1998.
Obituary published: January 28, 1998 in "Waterloo/Cedar Falls Courier"

▰ Ruth Elizabeth Harper

Died January 26, … More Information
Ruth Elizabeth Harper, of Eldora, Iowa, entered Heaven's gates on January 26, 1998. Ruth was 88.
Obituary published: January 27, 1998 in "Waterloo/Cedar Falls Courier"

▰ Russell Stanley Harper

Died April 26, … More Information
Russell Stanley Harper, 83, of Winfield, Iowa departed this life April 26, 2005.
Obituary published: April 27, 2005 in "Hawk Eye"

▰ Roy Charles Harper

Died April 03, … More Information
Roy Charles Harper, born October 6, 1932 departed this life Sunday April 3, 2011 in Blue Grass, Iowa. Roy was 78. Tags: #Runge #Chapel #Blue #Moines #Iowa #Minneapolis #Minnesota #Lincoln #Roys #Chevrolet #Army #South #University #Universitys #Stinson #Davenport #Napa #Parts #Dewitt #Maquoketa #Mack #Ford #Acre #Harpers #Village #Subdivision #Real #Developer #Broker #Harper #Cystic #Laurie #Lisa #David #Kathy #Dorothy #Lumbermans #Charles #Luetz #Mary #Karen #Nemi #Nathan #Ryan #Andrew #Olivia #Natalie #Shrine #Masons #Mohasson #American #Association
Obituary: Roy Charles Harper, 78, was born on 6, 1932, and passed away on 3, 2011, at Genesis West Hospital. services will be held , 7, 2011 10:00 a.m. in the Runge Mortuary Chapel. Visitation will be from 4-7 p.m. at the mortuary. Burial will be in Blue Grass . Online condolences may be made to www.TheRungeMortuary.com

He was born in Des Moines, Iowa, and grew up in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Abraham Lincoln said, it isn the years in a life that counts in the end, but the life in the years. This statement sums Roys life perfectly. Roy lived a large life, and was a true force of nature. He became a successful man living by the following precepts: own what you say and do; treat everybody and everything with respect and care, even if you don believe it is deserved; and contribute. Roy touched the lives of many people and lived a happy, fulfilled life.

When he was 11 ½ years old, Roy had two paper routes in Minneapolis, MN. At 12 he added the position of station manager, and was responsible for starting up the coal stove in the building, and making sure all the paper carriers received their papers. He likes to tell of collecting paper route money at the army barracks; to save time, he would knock on two doors at once.

In high school in 1951, he made good use of his paper route money when he purchased the first of many cars, a 1950 Chevrolet Styleline convertible, and paid $1,250 cash. Eventually, in high school, he worked at a used car lot, where he owned more vehicles than the lot owner.

He was in the Army in 1953, and was in South Korea in 1954. The first of his six children was born while he was in South Korea. Upon returning, he enrolled at the University of Minnesota. He learned how to fly at the Universitys flight club and had owned first a Stinson Voyager and various other planes in his lifetime. He had a wife, three children, and a new house when he graduated in 1957 with honors.

The day after graduation, Roy got on a bus to Davenport, Iowa. He purchased a Napa Auto Parts Store in Davenport, and then others in Dewitt and Maquoketa. He started a trucking company and had 14 Mack trucks, carrying grocery items and U.S. Mail. Then friends asked him to build a commercial building for their Ford dealership in Dewitt. The race was on. Roy worked day and night as though being chased by fire, he was having fun.

He became a developer, by purchasing a 100 Acre farm west of Blue Grass, called Harpers Addition, and subdivided it into ten, ten Acre parcels, most with their own lakes; and constructed a grass airstrip with farming equipment for his own use. His second new home was built there.

In 1974 he purchased a 422 Acre farm, and developed Village Oaks Subdivision. He designed the water system that supplies the entire subdivision, 103 homes, dug the 3 ½ Acre Lake, built a 7,200 SF hanger (for his many tractors, backhoe, etc.) and a 1951 X 160 grass airstrip, with nine inches of rock beneath it, (this time with construction equipment), put in roads and water lines.

traveling to and from his home in Harpers Addition to Village Oaks seven times one day, Roy announced to his wife that they would be building a home in Village Oaks. The drive wasted too much time. A very precious commodity to Roy.

It was an easy step for Roy to go from Real Estate Developer to Real Estate Broker. Roy first worked for a local company, and then started Roy Harper Realty. He was a Real Estate Broker for nearly 40 years, until he retired in 2008.

Roy had six children. Sadly, five preceded him in death. Four of his children died of Cystic Fibrosis: Laurie - 13 days, Joy - 5 years, Lisa - 11 years, and David - 11 years. His oldest daughter, Kathy died at age 34 of breast cancer.

Roy was very proud of his mother, Dorothy, who had been an executive with the Lumbermans Association, located in Minneapolis, MN, and who died in 1991. His father Ray Charles Harper died in 1969. Roy learned his incredible work ethic from his wonderful and accomplished mother, and father.

His good friend Ron Luetz recently said, Roy was a great man, who made himself and remade himself many times in his life. Roy understood the value and necessity of flexibility in business. He was always thinking of what could be, for him, in the future. Roy is survived by his loving wife, Mary Pat Harper, his lovely daughter Karen Harper, granddaughter Laurie Gryp, great-granddaughter Nemi Kennedy, step-sons Nathan Lord, and Ryan Lord, and grandchildren, Andrew Lord, Olivia Lord and Natalie Lord.

Roy had many professional and fraternal affiliations. He enjoyed the camaraderie of KAABA Shrine, Masons, Mohasson Grotto, and the American legion. He was a member of the Napa Jobber Association.

Roy is badly missed. He was one of a kind.

▰ Roland D Harper

Died June 05, … More Information
Roland D Harper, of Davenport, Iowa, left earthly home and passed through the Veil to his Eternal Home June 5, 1997. Roland was 61.
Obituary published: June 06, 1997 in "Quad-City Times"

▰ Robert Warren Harper

Died January 19, … More Information
Robert Warren Harper, age 42 of Iowa, born in Seattle, Washington, entered eternal life January 19, 2002.
Obituary published: January 20, 2002 in "Des Moines Register"

▰ Robert L "Bob" Harper

Died January 29, … More Information
Robert L "Bob" Harper, of Des Moines, Iowa, joined the Lord January 29, 2019. Robert was 89.
Obituary published: January 30, 2019 in "Des Moines Register"

▰ Robert L Harper

Died December 14, … More Information
Robert L Harper, age 74 of Waterloo, Iowa, entered Heaven's gates on December 14, 2006.
Obituary published: December 15, 2006 in "Des Moines Register"

▰ Robert L Harper

Died December 14, … More Information
Robert L Harper, age 74 of Waterloo, Iowa passed away December 14, 2006.
Obituary published: December 15, 2006 in "Waterloo CFC"

▰ Robert L Harper

Died December 13, … More Information
Robert L Harper, of Waterloo, Iowa, passed from this life on December 13, 2006. Robert was 74.
Obituary published: December 14, 2006 in "Waterloo CFC"

▰ Robert L Harper

Died December 12, … More Information
Robert L Harper, of Waterloo, Iowa, entered into eternal rest December 12, 2006. Robert was 74.
Obituary published: December 13, 2006 in "Waterloo CFC"

▰ Robert "Bob" Leroy Harper

Died January 26, … More Information
Robert "Bob" Leroy Harper, born June 17, 1929 went into the presence of the Lord on January 26, 2019 in West Des Moines, Iowa. Robert was 89.

▰ Robert Harper

Died January 06, … More Information
Robert Harper passed away January 6, 1928 in Marshalltown, Iowa.
Obituary published: January 07, 1928 in "Tonawanda News (NY)"

▰ Rick Harper

Died September 20, … More Information
Rick Harper, born August 12, 1952 left his earthly home and passed through the Veil to his Eternal Home September 20, 2015 in Moravia, Iowa. Rick was 63. Tags: #Davis #High #Bachelors #Architecture #Landscape #Iowa #University #Jackie #Moravia #Syndrum #Soul #Gary #Bloomfield #Albia #Annies #Kozy #Motel #White #Gobblers #Ride #Hunt #President #Board #Cyclones #Kansas #Chiefs #Dustin #Cardona #Ivan #Bogota #Colombia #Jacqueline #Mattie #Harper #West #Kathleen #Jewel #Mills #Clay #Hazel #Grace #Methodist #Pastor #Finn #Lange #Rick #South
Obituary: Rick Clay Harper, age 63, of Moravia, Iowa passed away , 20, 2015 at Mercy Medical in ville, Iowa. He was born 12th, 1952 in Bloomfield, Iowa, to Deverre Harper and Mattie Mills. He graduated from Davis High School and then later received a Bachelors Degree in Architecture and Landscape Design from Iowa State University. Rick was able to spend 22 years with his best friend Jackie White where they resided in Moravia, Iowa. Rick was a member of the original group, Syndrum of Soul, playing drums from the time he was 14 years old and founding the first band with Gary French in 1966. He always shared his passion for live music, going to concerts and dancing with his daughter and friends. His love for landscaping, flowers, and planting trees helped shape many communities in Bloomfield, Albia, ville, and Moravia, Iowa. He was involved in running several establishments, including Fat Annies, the Kozy Inn Motel, and the rental business with Jackie Bubs White for 22 years together. helped initiate several activities within the community such as Gobblers Ball, the Fat Ride, the Moravia Easter Egg Hunt, weekly euchre, and served as President of the Moravia Housing Board. He was well known for his love for racing, the Iowa State Cyclones, and the Kansas City Chiefs. Ricks greatest passion was spending time with family and friends celebrating life. In every way. From camping, to boating, playing in the band, and being an enthusiastic collector, the greatest legacy he leaves behind is his love and happiness of life. He is survived by his daughter, Dustin Marie Cardona Harper, and son-in-law, Ivan Dario Cardona Ospina of Bogota, Colombia. Also, his life partner and best friend, Jacqueline Ann White. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mattie B. Mills and H. Deverre Harper of West Grove Iowa, and his aunt Kathleen Hill, of Bloomfield Iowa, his grandmother, Jewel Baa Mills, of West Grove, Iowa, and his great grandparents, Clay and Hazel B. Harper of West Grove, Iowa. services will be held at 12 PM, , 25, 2015 at the Grace United Methodist Church in Moravia, Iowa with Pastor Cindy Finn officiating. Burial will follow in the West Grove . A visitation will take place at Lange in Moravia on , 24 from 10AM to 8PM, with the family present from 5-8 PM. Memorials have been designated to the family of Rick Harper and may be mailed to Lange 1900 South 18th ville, Iowa 52544. Condolences may be shared online at www.langefh.com.

▰ Phyllis M Harper

Died September 01, … More Information
Phyllis M Harper, born May 30, 1928 passed away peacefully September 1, 2016 in Nevada, Iowa. Phyllis was 88.

▰ Norma Jean (Yeager) Harper

Died December 19, … More Information
Norma Jean (Yeager) Harper, age 59 of Iowa, born in Russellville, Arkansas, went to be with her Lord and Savior December 19, 2002.
Obituary published: December 20, 2002 in "Muscatine Journal"

▰ Norma Jane (Spick) Harper

Died November 28, … More Information
Norma Jane (Spick) Harper, age 91 of Norwalk, Iowa, passed from this world into the next November 28, 2020.
Obituary published: November 29, 2020 in "Des Moines Register"

▰ Norma J (Yeager) Harper

Died December 19, … More Information
Norma J (Yeager) Harper, age 59 of Iowa, born in Russellville, Arkansas, joined the Lord December 19, 2002.
Obituary published: December 20, 2002 in "Quad-City Times"

▰ Norma Jane Harper

Died November 26, … More Information
Norma Jane Harper, born March 23, 1929 departed this life Sunday November 26, 2020 in West Des Moines, Iowa. Norma was 91.

▰ Nola Mae Harper

Died September 22, … More Information
Nola Mae Harper, age 100 of Dumont, Iowa, entered into eternal rest September 22, 2008.
Obituary published: September 23, 2008 in "Waterloo CFC"

▰ Nola Harper

Died September 21, … More Information
Nola Harper, of Dumont, Iowa, passed away peacefully September 21, 2008. Nola was 100.
Obituary published: September 22, 2008 in "Waterloo CFC"

▰ Nathaniel Harper

Died October 24, … More Information
Nathaniel Harper, age 67 of Iowa, born in Texas, went to be with his Lord and Savior October 24, 2000.
Obituary published: October 25, 2000 in "Des Moines Register"

▰ Myrtle P Harper

Died June 02, … More Information
Myrtle P Harper, born June 16, 1924 departed this life Sunday June 2, 2017 in Story City, Iowa. Myrtle was 92.

▰ Monika J Harper

Died December 20, … More Information
Monika J Harper, born September 12, 1942 died on December 20, 2015 in Glenwood, Iowa. Monika was 73. Tags: #Grandchildren #Great #Step #Redika #Nieces #Nephews #Services #Westlawn #Family #Westlawn-
Obituary: Monika J. (Harper) West

Sept 12, 1942 - Dec 20, 2015

Preceded in death by Husband: Joseph West, Son: Raymond West, Brother: Raymond Rehle

Survived by Children & Spouses: Joe & Lisa West, Bob & Pam West, Patty & Troy Krause. 8 Grandchildren. 3 Great Grandchildren. 4 Step Children. Brother: Redika Bruckner. Beloved companion "Weebie". Many Nieces, Nephews other relatives and friends.

Visitation 22, from 5 - 7 pm. Services 22 at 7:00 pm Westlawn Hillcrest .

Private Family inurnment to follow Westlawn Hillcrest .

under the direction of Westlawn-Hillcrest , OMAHA, NE.

▰ Minnie Lou Harper

Died May 14, … More Information
Minnie Lou Harper, age 47 of Boone, Iowa, gained her wings on May 14, 2018.
Obituary published: May 15, 2018 in "Des Moines Register"

▰ Michael Allen Cerra Harper

Died February 14, … More Information
Michael Allen Cerra Harper, of Burlington, Iowa, entered the Kingdom of Heaven February 14, 2004. Michael was 17.
Obituary published: February 15, 2004 in "Hawk Eye"

▰ Michael John Harper

Died February 08, … More Information
Michael John Harper, born November 18, 1954 entered Heaven's gates on February 8, 2021 in Davenport, Iowa. Michael was 66.
Family members and close friends: , Karen Dohrn, Carol And Steve Foster, Mark Zeman, Brett Harper ( Angie ), Linda Palmeri, Anne Crupi ( Deceased ), Anthony Overton, Mark Williams, Kevin Engels, Jim Wessel, Chase Harper, Marie ( Barbara ) Harper ( Deceased ), Alexa Harper, John Harper ( Deceased ), Michael Also Leaves Behind Several Nieces And Nephews To Cherish His Memory., Marina Pikis, Gene Stevens, Tom & Nadia Davey, Robert Traylor, Laura Rackey, Joe Kratz, Justin Harper ( Liz ), Renae Meyer, Darryl Sigh, Suzette ( Thompson ) Harper, Emily Caras, Joe Fenlon, Polly Davis, Ann Loughlin, Donnie Mcduffy, Darryl Smith, Bob Fulton, Nolan Harper, Mike Orfitelli, Jerry Mcintosh, Ned Era, Donna Graumann ( Mike ), Henry Hawkins, Mary Ann Mcleod, Joan Rackey, Chris Ford, Wesley Harper, Barbara Cavanaugh ( Mike )

▰ Michael Robert Harper

Died April 15, … More Information
Michael Robert Harper, born March 31, 1966 passed from this life on April 15, 2020 in Davenport, Iowa. Michael was 54.
Family members and close friends: , Jack Harper ( Deceased ), Ryan Harper, Yvonne Harper, Tammie Harper, George Kalemkarian, Queso, Tyler Harper, Rebecca Siegle, Michelle ( Andy ), Gary Smith

▰ Merle F (Dickinson) Harper

Died November 26, … More Information
Merle F (Dickinson) Harper, a resident of Davenport, Iowa for decades, died November 26, 1997 in Davenport, Iowa at the age of 83.
Obituary published: November 27, 1997 in "Quad-City Times"

▰ Melvin "Mel" Harper

Died August 05, … More Information
Melvin "Mel" Harper, of Iowa, born in Dallas, Texas, entered the Kingdom of Heaven August 5, 2020. Melvin was 91.
Obituary published: August 06, 2020 in "Des Moines Register"

▰ Maynard L "Poppy" Jr Harper

Died February 16, … More Information
Maynard L "Poppy" Jr Harper, age 70 of Peru, Iowa passed away February 16, 2001.
Obituary published: February 17, 2001 in "Des Moines Register"

▰ Maynard L "Poppy" Jr Harper

Died February 15, … More Information
Maynard L "Poppy" Jr Harper, age 70 of Peru, Iowa, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord February 15, 2001.
Obituary published: February 16, 2001 in "Des Moines Register"

▰ Maxine L Harper

Died October 02, … More Information
Maxine L Harper left this earth on October 2, 2016 to meet with Jesus, her Lord and Savior in Missouri Valley, Iowa.

▰ Mary Lou (Maggert) [Ewalt] Harper

Died April 18, … More Information
Mary Lou (Maggert) [Ewalt] Harper, 88, of Cedar Falls, Iowa departed this life April 18, 2017.
Obituary published: April 19, 2017 in "Waterloo CFC"

▰ Mary Lou (Driscoll) Harper

Died November 02, … More Information
Mary Lou (Driscoll) Harper, of Iowa, born in Massachusetts, passed from this life on November 2, 2014. Mary was 62.
Obituary published: November 03, 2014 in "Waterloo CFC"

▰ Mary L [Ewalt] Harper

Died April 17, … More Information
Mary L [Ewalt] Harper passed away April 17, 2017 in Cedar Falls, Iowa.
Obituary published: April 18, 2017 in "Waterloo CFC"

▰ Mary Jane (Muecke) Harper

Died June 13, … More Information
Mary Jane (Muecke) Harper, age 79 of Iowa, born in Chanute, Kansas, gained her wings on June 13, 2018.
Obituary published: June 14, 2018 in "Des Moines Register"

▰ Mary Elizabeth (Holland)[Drewer] Harper

Died January 13, … More Information
Mary Elizabeth (Holland)[Drewer] Harper, age 93 of Iowa, born in Enid, Oklahoma, left earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home January 13, 2004.
Obituary published: January 14, 2004 in "Hawk Eye"

▰ Mary Carolyn (Brammer)[Pearsons] Harper

Died May 23, … More Information
Mary Carolyn (Brammer)[Pearsons] Harper, age 91 of Des Moines, Iowa, died on May 23, 2006.
Obituary published: May 24, 2006 in "Des Moines Register"

▰ Mary Carolyn (Brammer) Harper

Died June 02, … More Information
Mary Carolyn (Brammer) Harper, age 91 of Des Moines, Iowa, died on June 2, 2006.
Obituary published: June 03, 2006 in "Des Moines Register"

▰ Martien L (Buck) Harper

Died July 28, … More Information
Martien L (Buck) Harper, age 82 of Davenport, Iowa, entered the Kingdom of Heaven July 28, 2000.
Obituary published: July 29, 2000 in "Quad-City Times"

▰ Martien L (Buck) Harper

Died July 27, … More Information
Martien L (Buck) Harper, of Davenport, Iowa, entered the Kingdom of Heaven July 27, 2000. Martien was 82.
Obituary published: July 28, 2000 in "Quad-City Times"

▰ Marlene "Marty" (Smith) Harper

Died October 21, … More Information
Marlene "Marty" (Smith) Harper, age 75 of Manchester, Iowa, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord October 21, 2009.
Obituary published: October 22, 2009 in "Waterloo CFC"
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