Obituaries

Recent obituaries in Sioux City and surrounding areas

Christine Ellen Knudson

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...

Eric Jay Tweet

Eric Jay Tweet

Dec 15, 2025

Eric Jay Tweet, 67, was born to Earnest and Mary Anne Tweet on May 4, 1958, in Sioux City, IA. After a long, hard fought battle with cancer, he passed on December 15, 2025, with his loving wife by his side at Avera Oncology in Sioux Falls, SD.

Eric graduated from North High School in 1976. He was married to Sue...

Barbara Ellen Claussen

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Bonnie Jean Lariviere

Bonnie Jean Lariviere

Mar 27, 2026

Bonnie Jean Lariviere (Anderson), 77, of Sioux City, IA, passed away on Friday, March 27, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

Bonnie was united in marriage to the love of her life, Earl “Sonny” Lariviere, in 1966. Together they built a life full of love and cherished memories traveling to many places and sharing countless experiences side by side...

Martha N. Seehusen

Martha N. Seehusen

Mar 20, 2026

Martha N. Seehusen, 94, of Sioux City, passed away on Friday, March 20, 2026, at Sunrise Retirement Community.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, March 27, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at Mater Dei Parish ~ Immaculate Conception Church, followed by burial at Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will take place at the church on Friday from 9:30 am until the...

Lonnie Lee Higgins

Lonnie Lee Higgins

Mar 13, 2026

Lonnie Higgins, 71, passed into the arms of Jesus on Friday, March 13, 2026, while scuba diving a wreck in the Florida Keys. He was doing what he loved when he was called home to heaven.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Christy-Smith Funeral Homes, Larkin Chapel (2320 Outer Dr N)...

Juanita Kay Graybill

Juanita Kay Graybill

Mar 13, 2026

Juanita Kay Cougill Jones Graybill, 88, of Sioux City, IA, passed away on March 13, 2026, at her son’s home, held close by the family she loved so deeply. Her life will be honored on Monday, March 23, 2026, at 10:30 AM at Christy-Smith Funeral Homes, Morningside Chapel, with Pastor Neil Peck, CLS officiating. Burial will follow at Memorial Park...

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