Obituaries
Recent obituaries in Sioux City and surrounding areas
Edward Vernon Babitzke
Jan 14, 2026
Edward Vernon Babitzke, 73, passed away on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at his residence in Sioux City, Iowa.
A Memorial Service will be held on May 8, 2026, at 11:00 AM at Christy-Smith Funeral Homes, Morningside Chapel (1801 Morningside Ave) with a Visitation taking place one hour prior. His final resting place will be Graceland Park Cemetery.
Edward was born on December...
Christine Ellen Knudson
Feb 14, 2026
Christine Ellen Knudson passed away after a short illness in Sioux City, Iowa, on February 14, 2026.
Christine was born on May 6, 1952, in Marlborough, Massachusetts, the youngest child of Arthur and Gertrude (Simoneau) Scott.
She graduated from Hudson Catholic High School in Hudson, Massachusetts, and shortly thereafter began working at Stop & Shop, where she met the love of her...
Ronald Marshall Forrest
May 4, 2026
Deacon Ronald M. Forrest of Harrisburg, SD, passed away Monday, May 4, 2026, in Sioux Falls, SD, with his family by his side.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Materi Dei Parish, Immaculate Conception Church, 1212 Morningside Ave, Sioux City IA, at 11:00 a.m. by Father Armand Bertrand and Father Brad Pelzel. The service will be live...
Michael Gene Talkington
Apr 30, 2026
Michael Gene Talkington, 76, passed away on April 30, 2026, at a hospital in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
A Celebration of his life will be held at a later date.
Michael was born on January 16, 1950, to Elgan and Navajean (Perry) Talkington in Torrence, California. When he was only four years old, the family moved to Sioux City, Iowa. Michael graduated...
Charles 'Chuck' Allen Schoonover
Apr 29, 2026
Charles “Chuck” Allen Schoonover, 86, passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at a local nursing home in Sergeant Bluff.
Memorial Service will be held on Monday, May 4, 2026, at 2:00 PM at Christy-Smith Funeral Homes, Morningside Chapel (1801 Morningside Ave) with a Visitation taking place one hour prior. Deacon Dennis Brockhaus will be officiating.
Chuck was born on June 19,...
Harvey Harold Viken
Apr 29, 2026
Harvey Harold Viken, 87, passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at a local hospital in Sioux City, Iowa.
Harvey was born on October 19, 1938, to John and Marion (Gunderson) Viken in Sioux City, Iowa. He graduated from Central High School. On January 14, 1961, Harvey married Donna Jeanne Jepsen. He was a member of the First Assembly of God.
Harvey...
Barbara Ellen Claussen
Apr 25, 2026
Barbara E. Claussen, 81, passed away April 25, 2026, at a Stanton Nursing Home in Stanton, NE.
A funeral service will be 10:30 am Friday, May 1, 2026, at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Sioux City, IA, with visitation one hour prior.
Barbara Ellen Schimberg, the daughter of Joseph and Laura (Edwards) Schimberg was born July 27, 1944, in Sioux City, IA. She...
Joan Mae Mahin
Apr 25, 2026
Joan Mae Mahin, 85, passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at a local nursing home in Sergeant Bluff, Iowa.
Funeral service will be held on Monday, May 4, 2026, at 10:30 AM at Grace United Methodist Church (1735 Morningside Ave) with a Visitation taking place one hour prior. Rev. John Christianson will be officiating. Her final resting place will be...
Paul Peter Poskevich, Jr.
Apr 22, 2026
Paul Peter Poskevich Jr. passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Sioux City, Iowa. After a long battle with multiple ailments, he is now at peace.
Paul lived a quiet life on a quiet street in Sioux City, but he left a lasting impression on those around him. It was not uncommon for him to walk...
Gloria Blanche Cunningham
Apr 22, 2026
Gloria B. Cunningham, born June 12, 1937, in Kansas City, Missouri, passed away leaving behind a lifetime of love that will echo through generations.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Cecil Cunningham; her parents, Sarah Cowherd and Montgomery Balsley; her brother, George Balsley; her sisters, Natalie, Priscilla, Margaret, and Naomi; and her son, Cecil Cunningham. Though they have...
Delores Jean Steele
Apr 20, 2026
Delores Jean Steele, 93, passed away on Monday, April 20, 2026, at a local nursing home in North Carolina.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at St. Joseph Catholic Church (1112 8th St) followed by Burial at Calvary Cemetery. The family invites those in attendance to gather for lunch at Pizza Ranch...
Eugene Leroy Beach Jr.
Apr 19, 2026
Eugene Leroy Beach Jr., 81, passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2026.
Burial will be held at Memorial Park Cemetery on Friday, April 24, 2026, at 2:00 PM.
Arrangements are under the direction of Christy-Smith Funeral Homes, Morningside Chapel.
Adeline Irene Silliman
Apr 17, 2026
On April 17, 2026, our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, called Adeline Irene Silliman of Sioux City, age 97, to eternal glory in heaven. Her funeral service will be Friday, April 24, 2026, at 11:00 AM, at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 3204 S. Lakeport, with the Revs. Russell Senstad and David Zirpel officiating. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation...
Elgerd LeRoy Arnett
Apr 11, 2026
Elgerd LeRoy Arnett, 95, passed away peacefully Saturday, April 11, 2026. Elgerd was married to his beloved wife Marlyn for 70+ years.
Services will be held Saturday, April 18, 2026, at Faith United Presbyterian Church. Family Visitation at 10am, Celebration of Life at 11am with Military Honors. Interment will immediately follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. Christy-Smith Funeral Homes, Morningside Chapel, is...
Helen L. Miglionico
Apr 11, 2026
Helen L. Miglionico, 67, of Sioux City, Iowa, passed away April 11, 2026, at Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, NE, with her daughter and grandkids by her side.
A celebration of life for family will be held at a later date.
Helen Miglionico was born on August 21, 1958, in Philadelphia, PA,...
Janet Irene Bohlke
Apr 9, 2026
Janet Irene Bohlke, 71, of South Sioux City, Nebraska. Passes away peacefully on April 9th, 2026.
Jan was born on December 26, 1954, to parents Edward and Elizabeth (Flamming) Uhl; she was the 9th of 10 children. She is survived by her husband, Rocky, and two sons, Shane and Travis (Kara). Three sisters: Jean...
Alice Elaine Leopold
Apr 6, 2026
Alice Elaine Leopold, 85, passed away on Monday, April 6, 2026, at a local nursing home in Sioux City, Iowa.
Funeral service will be held on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at 10:30 AM at Christy-Smith Funeral Homes, Morningside Chapel (1801 Morningside Ave) with a Visitation taking place one hour prior. Her final resting place will be Memorial Park Cemetery.
Alice was born...
Marla Jane Chandler
Apr 5, 2026
Marla Jane Chandler, 67, passed away on Sunday, April 5, 2026. Per her wishes, cremation has taken place.
Services will be held at a later date.
Arrangements are under the direction of Christy-Smith Funeral Homes, Morningside Chapel.
Jan Clair Coon
Apr 4, 2026
Jan Clair Coon, 89, passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2026, with his children by his side.
A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, April 24, 2026, at 10:00 AM at Christy-Smith Funeral Homes, Morningside Chapel (1801 Morningside Ave) with a Visitation taking place one hour prior. His final resting place will be Memorial Park Cemetery.
Jan was born on September...
Larry Edward Stauber
Mar 30, 2026
Larry Edward Stauber, 89, of Lawton, passed away on Monday, March 30, 2026, at a local hospital in Sioux City.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, April 6, 2026, at 10:30 AM at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church (419 Jones St, Moville, IA) with a Visitation taking place one hour prior. His final resting place will be at Arlington...
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