Mary Eileen Bruce

Mary Eileen Bruce, 87, of Moville, passed away on Saturday, August 29, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones.

Mary was born on August 17, 1939, in Neodesha, Kansas, to William and Minnie Grace (Erbe) Rhoades.

Mary was an active member of the United Methodist Women and loved volunteering at the food pantry as everyone’s favorite “bread lady.” She was a librarian for many years.

Mary leaves behind her husband of 56 years, Gary; daughter, Laura Harrison (Keane Fischer) of Cherokee; grandsons, Bruce Ketelsen (Maddie) of Moville, Jacob Harrison of Henderson, Nebraska, and Scott Geary (Olivia) adopted of Moville. She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Minnie; 2 brothers, Ed Rhoades and John Rhoades; and 1 sister, Grace Marchant.

She was truly our sunflower and will be deeply missed.

Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at 11:00 AM at Moville United Methodist Church (450 S 1st St, Moville, IA) with Visitation taking place one hour prior. Burial will be held at Arlington Township Cemetery on a later date.