Obituaries

Recent obituaries in Sioux City and surrounding areas

Carolyn K. Stultz-Kempema

Carolyn K. Stultz-Kempema

Feb 20, 2026

Carolyn Kaye Stultz-Kempema, born September 23, 1947, passed away peacefully at home on February 20, 2026, at the age of 78, surrounded by her loving daughters, Shelley and Christine, and her husband, Jerry. Carolyn was an amazing sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, whose warmth and kindness touched everyone she met.

A memorial service will be 10:30 am Saturday, February 28,...

Jo Ellen (Knerl) Treinen

Jo Ellen (Knerl) Treinen

Feb 18, 2026



Jo Ellen (Knerl) Treinen, 87, of Sioux City, passed away on February 18, 2026, surrounded by her children at Holy Spirit Retirement Home in Sioux City. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, February 28, at 10:30 a.m. at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, Sioux City. A luncheon will follow at Trinity Heights Queen of Peace Shrine, Sioux City,...

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...

Elsie Marie Crosgrove

Elsie Marie Crosgrove

Feb 12, 2026

Elsie M. Crosgrove, 84, of Sioux City, passed away Thursday, February 12, 2026, in Sioux City. 

A funeral service will be 1:00 p.m. Friday, February 20, 2026, at Christy-Smith Funeral Homes, Morningside Chapel, 1801 Morningside Ave., with visitation one hour prior. Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery following the service. 

Elsie Marie Angerman, the daughter of John and Violet (Cooper) Angerman...

Donna Claire Wooldridge

Donna Claire Wooldridge

Feb 11, 2026

Donna passed away in Sioux City, Iowa on February 11, 2026. Donna was born in Monticello, Iowa on April 9, 1936. She attended Iowa State Teachers College (UNI) where she obtained her elementary teaching certificate. She taught for several years prior to devoting her time to raising her family. When her children became older, she became the Gift Shop Manager...

Debora Illian

Debora Illian

Feb 8, 2026

Debora Illian, 62, passed away on February 8, 2026.

There are no services planned at this time. 

Full obituary pending. Arrangements are under the direction of Christy-Smith Funeral Homes, Larkin Chapel. 

Marie Ann Burns

Marie Ann Burns

Feb 2, 2026

Marie Ann Burns, 54, passed away on Monday, February 2, 2026. 

Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 10:00am to 11:30am at Christy-Smith Funeral Homes, Morningside Chapel (1801 Morningside Ave). Burial will be at a later date at Dakota City Cemetery in Dakota City, Nebraska. 

Arrangements are under the direction of Christy-Smith Funeral Homes, Morningside Chapel. 

Carl W. Weil

Carl W. Weil

Feb 1, 2026

Our beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, fellow parishioner, and friend, Carl W. Weil, 86, was brought home to the Lord on Sunday, February 1, 2026.

Carl was born on June 4, 1939, to Carl Valen Weil and Helen Louise Weil (nee Wright) in Sioux City, Iowa. He graduated from East High School in Sioux City in 1957. Carl married Marlene (nee...

James E. Lalley

James E. Lalley

Jan 26, 2026

Col. James E. Lalley, Ret., 97, passed away on Monday, January 26, 2026, at a local hospital in Sioux City.

Funeral service will be held on Monday, February 2, 2026, at 10:30 AM at Holy Spirit Retirement Home Chapel (1701 W 25th St). Visitation will be held at 9:00 AM with the Rosary taking place at 10:00 AM. His final resting...

Edward Vernon Babitzke

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...

Thomas Lowell Peterson

Thomas Lowell Peterson

Jan 11, 2026

Thomas L. Peterson, 77, of Dakota Dunes, SD, passed away Sunday, January 11, 2026, with his loving family by his side after a nearly four-year courageous battle with cancer.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 15, 2026, from 5:00pm to 8:00pm at Christy-Smith Funeral Homes, Morningside Chapel, with a Time of Sharing at 6:30pm. Funeral service will be held on...

Richard C. Meek

Richard C. Meek

Jan 10, 2026

Richard Charles Meek, 79, of Sioux City, passed away January 10, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. His family and friends mourn his passing but find comfort knowing he is reunited in heaven with his beloved wife.

Rich was born on September 30, 1946, in Omaha, Nebraska, to Seth and Grace (Albertson) Meek. He moved to Sioux City with his family...

Lori Ann Morehead Conley

Lori Ann Morehead Conley

Jan 9, 2026

Lori A. Morehead (Conley), 63, died Friday, January 9, 2026, at her residence in Sioux City, IA.

A memorial service will be 6:30 pm Friday, January 16, 2026, at Christy-Smith Funeral Homes, Morningside Chapel, 1801 Morningside Avenue.

Lori Ann Weigand, the daughter of Roger and Madonna (Anderson) Weigand was born September 19, 1962, in Sioux City. She graduated from Heelan High School...

Becky J. Welch

Becky J. Welch

Jan 8, 2026

Becky Welch, 71, of Sioux City, passed away on January 8, 2026, at UNMC surrounded by her loved ones.

Becky was born on September 28, 1954, in Sac City IA. She was raised on the family farm outside of Merrill with her parents, Jack and Nadine Clarey, and her siblings. She graduated from Hinton High School in 1974.

She worked for various...

Jean L. Cunningham

Jean L. Cunningham

Jan 6, 2026

Jean L. Cunningham, 62, passed away on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. 

Full obituary pending. There are no services scheduled at this time. 

Arrangements are under the direction of Christy-Smith Funeral Homes, Larkin Chapel. 

Beverly Ann Howard

Beverly Ann Howard

Jan 1, 2026

Beverly Ann (Erlandson) Howard, 91, of Sioux City passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 1, 2026 at Sunrise Retirement Community. Funeral service will be Friday, January 9th, 2026 at Westminster Presbyterian Church at 10:30 am with Pastor Kevin Freese officiating.Visitation will begin at 9:30 am. Burial at Memorial Park following the service. Arrangements are being made by Christy Smith Funeral...

Marilyn Jean Main

Marilyn Jean Main

Dec 19, 2025

Marilyn Jean “Jeanie” Main, 77, passed away on Friday, December 19, 2025, in Sioux City, Iowa.

Memorial Service will be held on Monday, December 29, 2025, at 11:00am at Christy-Smith Funeral Homes, Morningside Chapel (1801 Morningside Ave) with a Visitation taking place one hour prior. Her final resting place will be Floyd Township Cemetery in Bronson, Iowa.

Jeanie was born on September...

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 Louise Duzik

Barbara Louise Duzik

Dec 13, 2025

Barbara Louise Duzik, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Saturday December 13, 2025, at the age of 75.

Barb was born February 25, 1950, to Jerome & Lois (Petrik) Stuart. She attended Immaculate Conception grade school and was a proud member of Bishop Heelan High School’s Class of 1968. After High School,...

Charlotte A. Coon

Charlotte A. Coon

Dec 13, 2025

Charlotte Ann (Wright) Coon, 84, passed away on Saturday, December 13, 2025, in Sioux City, Iowa. She was a loving and devoted mother, wife, sister, and daughter.

Charlotte was born on September 28, 1941, to Charles and Lorraine (Austin) Wright. She graduated from Sioux City East High School in 1958. She later married Jan Coon, and together they started a family...

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