Obituaries
Recent obituaries in Sioux City and surrounding areas
Mary Frances Cakebread
Jun 15, 2023
Mary Frances Cakebread, 84 of South Sioux City, Nebraska died on Thursday, June 15, 2023, at Bickford Cottage in Sioux City, Iowa. A Funeral service will be at 10:30 AM on Friday, June 23rd at St Michael’s Catholic Church South Sioux City, NE. (located at 1315 1st Ave South Sioux City, Nebraska 68776) with the Fr. Michael Keating officiating. Interment...
Rhonda B. Bullis
Jun 9, 2023
Sioux City, IA - Rhonda Bernice (Kamaus) Bullis peacefully passed away surrounded by family and friends on June 9, 2023. After a courageous battle with cancer, Rhonda is now resting with the Lord. A memorial service will be 11:00 AM Thursday, June 22, 2023, at Christy-Smith Funeral Homes, 1801 Morningside Ave., with visitation one hour prior. Online condolences may be...
Janis G. Jessip
Jun 8, 2023
Janis G. Jessip, age 79, of Sioux City, passed away Thursday, June, 8, 2023, at a local nursing home surrounded by her family. Visitation will be 4:00-7:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 14, 2023, at Christy-Smith funeral Homes, Larkin Chapel. Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 15, 2023, at Riverside United Methodist Church. Burial will be at Elk Point Cemetery...
Helen M. Butts
Jun 6, 2023
Sioux City, IA – Helen M. Butts, 92, died Tuesday, June 6, 2023, at her residence in Sioux City, IA. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 am Saturday, June 17, 2023, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Sioux City, with visitation one hour prior. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery. The family is being assisted with arrangements by Christy-Smith...
Frances K. Rodman
Jun 5, 2023
Sioux City, IA - Frances K. Rodman, 87, of Sioux City, passed away Monday, June 5, 2023 peacefully at home surrounded by her family. A celebration of life will be held at a later date with details to follow. The family is being assisted with arrangements by Christy-Smith Funeral Homes, Morningside Chapel. Online condolences may be expressed to the family...
Elaine L Trudeau
May 29, 2023
Elaine L. Trudeau, 91 of Sioux City, Iowa, formerly Jefferson, SD, passed away peacefully, May 29, 2023, at Countryside Nursing Home in Sioux City, Iowa. A Funeral service will be at 10:30 AM on Friday, June 2, 2023, at St. Peter Catholic Church with the Deacon Joe Twidwell officiating. Interment will be in St Peter Cemetery, Jefferson, SD. The family...
Michael "Mike" J. Marksbury
May 28, 2023
Michael (Mike) James Marksbury of Sioux City died on May 28th, 2023. In the days preceding his death, he was surrounded by both family and friends alike and he passed peacefully at home. We envision Mike taking his last eternal ride on his Harley, which he affectionately named “Rddaug,” right up to the gates of Heaven, where he was reunited...
Paul R Rice
May 26, 2023
Paul Richard Rice, 78 of Sioux City, Iowa died on Friday, May 26, 2023, at Unity Point Health St. Luke’s in Sioux City, Iowa. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 21, 2023 at Christy-Smith Funeral Homes-Larkin Chapel, 2320 Outer Drive. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.christysmith.com . Paul was born...
Mary Lou Wilson
May 24, 2023
Mary Lou Wilson, 78 of Lawton, Iowa died on Wednesday, May 24, 2023, surrounded by her family. In accordance with her wishes a private family graveside service will be held at Banner Township Cemetery, Lawton, IA. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.christysmith.com . Mary Lou was born July 21, 1944, to Art and Ruby (Plumer) Wilson...
Sally Ann Harkins
May 24, 2023
South Sioux City, NE – Sally A. Harkins, 70, of Sioux City, died Wednesday, May 24, 2023, at a nursing home in South Sioux City, NE. A memorial service will be 1:00 pm Tuesday, May 30, 2023, at Christy-Smith Funeral Homes, Morningside Chapel, 1801 Morningside Ave., with visitation one hour prior. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at...
Joseph J. McGuill Jr
May 22, 2023
Joseph J. McGuill Jr., age 91, formerly of Sioux City, passed away Monday, May 22, 2023, in Aurora, CO. Visitation will be 5:00-7:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 31, 2023, at Christy-Smith Funeral Home, Morningside Chapel with a 6:30 p.m. Prayer service. Funeral Mass will be 11:00 a.m. June 1, 2023, at Nativity Catholic Church, Mater Dei Parish. Burial will be at...
Charles Alvin Kilzer
May 19, 2023
Charles Alvin Kilzer, 68 of Sioux City, Iowa died on Friday, May 19, 2023, surrounded by his family. A Celebration of Life service will be at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, May 31, 2023, at Christy-Smith Morningside Chapel located at 1801 Morningside Ave. Sioux City, Iowa 51106 with Neil Peck CLS officiating. Interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Sioux City,...
Jeffery (Jeff) Black
May 19, 2023
It is with great sadness that the family of Jeff Black announces his passing after his battle with pancreatic cancer, on May 19, 2023, at the age of 64. Jeff will be deeply missed by his wife of 41 years, Donna, and his children Dannette (Wyatt), Deanna, Danessa, Jeremiah (Mandy) and Deserae (Mike). Jeff will be fondly remembered by his...
Helen Carmen Carter
May 18, 2023
Helen Carter, 93, formerly of Sioux City, passed away Thursday, May 18, 2023. Services will be at 11:00 a.m. Friday, May 26, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Visitation will be on Thursday, from 5 to 7 p.m. with a prayer service at 7 p.m., at the Morningside Chapel, Christy-Smith Funeral Home. Helen was born on July 19, 1929 in Sioux...
Judith "Judy" K. Miller
May 16, 2023
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Judy Miller, who left us on May 16, 2023. She was a shining light in our lives, and her brightness and spirit will be sorely missed. Visitation will be held 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Friday, May 19, 2023 at Christy-Smith Funeral Home,...
Herman Monteforte
May 15, 2023
Herman Monteforte passed away on 5/15/2023, per his wishes, cremation has taken place and no services are planned at this time.
James M. Cosgrove
May 11, 2023
Sioux City, IA – Sioux City attorney, James “Jim” Cosgrove passed away May 11, 2023, at a local memory care community in Sioux City, IA, leaving behind a legacy of family, faith, and service to his community. A Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 am Friday, May 19, 2023, at Holy Cross Parish-Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church with visitation one...
Sherry Lynn Loomis
May 11, 2023
Sioux City, IA – Sherry L. Loomis, 72, died Thursday, May 11, 2023, at her residence in Sioux City, IA. A funeral service will be 1:00 pm Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at Christy-Smith Funeral Homes, Morningside Chapel, 1801 Morningside Ave., with visitation one hour prior. Burial will be in McCook Lake Cemetery. Online condolences may be expressed to the family...
Lorraine Marie Edmunds
May 4, 2023
Lorraine Marie (Ruzek) Edmunds, 90, died Thursday, May 4, 2023, in Sioux City. Iowa. A visitation will be from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at Christy-Smith Funeral Home, Morningside Chapel. A funeral service will be 10:00 am Thursday, May 11, 2023, at Faith United Presbyterian Church, with burial to follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Online condolences...
Marvin A. Ahlquist
May 2, 2023
It is with a heavy heart that we share that Marvin Ahlquist earned his wings when his journey ended on Tuesday, May 2, 2023. We can take great comfort in knowing that he will be welcomed home by his wife Edith, whom he missed every day; son Jeff; parents; and brothers Melvin and Maynard. Celebration of Life service will be...
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