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Fern Alta Moore
Born in Kenosha, Wisconsin on February 10, 1930
Departed on August 11, 2011. Resided in Mt. Vernon, Iowa.
Visitation: Sunday, August 14, 2011
Service: Monday, August 15, 2011
Family Gathering: Monday, August 15, 2011
cemetery: Campbell cemetery
Fern Alta Moore, 81, of 1685 Bloomington Road in Mt. Vernon died Thursday August 11, 2011 at Mercy Medical Center from kidney disease. Services at 11:00 AM on Monday at the Cedar Memorial Park Chapel of Memories. Chaplain Mark Eccles will officiate. Burial at Campbell cemetery. Friends may call at the Cedar Memorial Park Funeral Home from 2 to 4 PM on Sunday.
Survivors include her husband, Clifford, two daughters Corine “Hearts" Moore and Jacqueline Moore all of Mt. Vernon; grandson, Nathan Schulz of Marion and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother Otto Wiedersberg Jr. of Cedar Rapids, and a sister Dorothy Bell of Arvada, Colorado.
Fern was born on February 10, 1930 in Kenosha, Wisconsin, the daughter of Otto and Hilda Goyke Wiedersberg Sr. She married
Clifford C. Moore on July 18, 1950 in Cedar Rapids. Fern worked at JC Penney and retired from there after more than 25 years of service.
She enjoyed working in her vegetable and flower gardens, clocks, canning, sewing, cooking, and swimming at Bender Pool with her friends. Fern was a homemaker who enjoyed and loved her family very much. She was a very talented artist who enjoyed drawing. She was a great lover of nature including feeding birds and caring for her many pets. Fern was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and friend who will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Memorial donations may be given to the Mercy Dialysis Unit on Council Street NE.
Lucille Lash Marsh
Born in Deep River, Iowa on May 31, 1925
Departed on October 11, 2011. Resided in Madrid, Iowa.
Visitation: Saturday, October 15, 2011
Service: Saturday, October 15, 2011
cemetery: Cedar Memorial Park cemetery
Lucille Lash Marsh, 86, of Madrid, formerly of Cedar Rapids, passed away October 11, 2011. Graveside services will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 15, 2011 at the Cedar Memorial Park cemetery, Mt. Moriah Section. The Rev. Lloyd Brockmeyer of St. Paul’s United Methodist Church will officiate. Visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday at the Cedar Memorial Park Funeral Home.
Survivors include her daughters, Susan (Dale) Sample of Maryland Heights, MO; Nancy (Timothy) O’Connell of Edwardsville, IL; and Joan (Bob) Maxwell of Woodward, IA; her brothers, Newell of Cedar Rapids and Robert Wilson of Canistota, SD; and her sister Betty Armstrong of New Braunfels, TX; and her sisters-in-law, Shirley Coon of Marion and Joyce (Bert) Lanier of West Columbia, SC. Also surviving are ten grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her two sons Rick and Kenny, her brothers Max Lash and Richard and James Wilson, her brother-in-law Dutch Coon, her sister-in-law Naomi Lash, and her ex-husband Kenneth.
Lucille was born May 31, 1925 in Deep River, Iowa, the daughter of Mary Cochran Lash and John Lash and lived all of her life in Cedar Rapids. She graduated from Franklin High School and attended Coe College. She was a homemaker and she was active in her children’s, grandchildren’s and great-grandchildren’s lives. Lucille was an avid card player and loved to play poker and bridge. She played bridge with the same bridge club for over 50 years. Four years ago she moved to The Cedars in Madrid, Iowa.
Memorial donations in Lucille’s honor may be made to A.C.T.S. Fund at the Madrid Home 613 W. North Street, Madrid, Iowa 50156.
Gordon E. Nicholson
Born in Cedar Rapids, Iowa on December 8, 1918
Departed on March 13, 2013. Resided in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Visitation: Monday, March 18, 2013
Service: Monday, March 18, 2013
Family Gathering: Monday, March 18, 2013
cemetery: Cedar Memorial Park cemetery
Gordon E. Nicholson, 94, of Cedar Rapids, died March 13, 2013 at Living Center East Nursing Home. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM Monday, March 18, 2013 at Cedar Memorial Chapel of Memories. The family will greet friends, prior to the service, from 10:00 to 11:00 AM on Monday at the Chapel of Memories. Interment will be held at Cedar Memorial Park cemetery. A luncheon will follow the interment at Christ Episcopal Church, Cedar Rapids.
Survivors include his son Bill Nicholson and wife Cindy of Cedar Rapids; a daughter Nancy Unash and husband Don of Cedar Rapids; four grandchildren, Justin Hupfer and wife Amy, Jeff Hupfer, and Alex Nicholson and Bradley Nicholson; two great grandchildren, Nathan and Owen Hupfer; and daughter-in-law Kathy Reuter of Dubuque.
He was preceded in by his parents, wife Jane Nicholson, and two sons Edward and Paul Nicholson.
Gordon E. Nicholson was born December 8, 1918 in Cedar Rapids, the son of Delbert and Frances (O’Donnell) Nicholson. On October 7, 1942 he was united in marriage to Jane Coler in Cedar Rapids. They shared 61 wonderful years together, until she preceded him in death in 2004. Gordon was employed at Rockwell Collins, as a Systems Engineer, until he retired in 1988. His service of 47 years and five days made him the elder statesman of the Avionics Department. During his service he only missed a half-day due to illness. He was an active member of Christ Episcopal Church and a former Mason. He enjoyed gardening, woodworking, fishing, puzzles, and time with his family and friends. He will be greatly missed by all who loved and knew him
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Christ Episcopal Church.
Sherry Elaine Malecek
Born in Cedar Rapids, Iowa on December 18, 1954
Departed on October 11, 2011. Resided in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Sherry E. Malecek, 56, of Cedar Rapids, passed away suddenly following a long illness on October 10, 2011. Per Sherry’s wishes, no services will be held. Arrangements entrusted to Cedar Memorial Park Funeral Home.
She is survived by her husband Dave Malecek; her sons, Andrew Merritt of Valparaiso, IN and Jamie Webb of Coralville, IA; her parents, John and Joyce Webb of Independence, IA; her brother, Scott (Angela) Webb also of Independence, IA; and her grandchildren, Josie, Belle, Aliza and Drake Merritt.
Sherry was born December 18, 1954 in Cedar Rapids the beloved daughter of John and Joyce (Hall) Webb. She graduated from East Buchanan High School, and later graduated from Hawkeye Tech Community College with a degree in respiratory therapy. She worked as a Certified Medical Aide at various nursing homes throughout eastern Iowa. She married
Dave Malecek in November of 2003. Sherry enjoyed gardening, time with family, and her beloved dog Caesar. She will forever be remembered for her loving and giving spirit and her interest in taking care of others. She will be greatly missed by her family and many friends.
Doris B. May
Born on May 10, 1918
Departed on October 14, 2011. Resided in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Visitation: Monday, October 17, 2011
Service: Monday, October 17, 2011
Doris B. May, 93, of Cedar Rapids, died October 14, 2011 at St. Luke’s Hospital following a sudden illness. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, October 17, 2011 at the Cedar Memorial Park Funeral Home. The Rev. William B. Harnish will officiate. Visitation will begin at 12:00 p.m. on Monday at the funeral home. Burial will take place at Cedar Memorial Park cemetery.
Surviving are her son, David L. May and wife Debbie of Hiawatha; her son-in-law, Kenneth McCreedy of Boones Mill, VA; her grandchildren, Amy Fortner and husband Scott of Rowley and Ryan May of Cedar Rapids; and one great grandson, Austin Fortner.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Dale, brother Robert Preston, and her daughter Nancy McCreedy.
Doris was born May 10, 1918 in Cedar Rapids to William and Jennie (Cook) Preston. She married
Dale Edwin May in Mt. Vernon. Doris enjoyed time with her family and pets.
William "Bill" Nicholas Mirabella
Born in Cedar Rapids, Iowa on September 25, 1980
Departed on October 15, 2011. Resided in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Visitation: Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Service: Thursday, October 20, 2011
cemetery: Cedar Memorial Park cemetery
William “Bill" Nicholas Mirabella, 31, of Cedar Rapids, died October 15, 2011 at his home. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, October 20, 2011 at 3:00 PM at Cedar Memorial Chapel of Memories. Friends may call from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Cedar Memorial Park Funeral on Wednesday evening. Burial will be held at Cedar Memorial Park cemetery.
Bill is survived by his son, George Edward Mirabella; his fiance Haley Nicole Lynch; his parents Becky Ann Mirabella and George Anthony Mirabella; his brother Joseph Harold Mirabella; his Grandmother Palma Mirabella, his aunts Linda Lindsay and Pam Clemente; his uncle Joseph Mirabella, and his cousins James Mirabella, Jenna Clemente, Michael Clemente, Angela Mirabella, Jeff Lindsey-Thorsen, and Max Lindsey-Thorsen.
He is preceded in death by his grandmother Helen Marie Fuller; his grandfathers Joseph Mirabella, and Harold Fuller; and his uncle Richard Mirabella.
William “Bill" Nicholas Mirabella was born September 25, 1980 the son of George and Becky Fuller Mirabella at St. Luke’s Hospital in Cedar Rapids Iowa. Bill was the founder and CEO of Mirabella Productions, LLC a professional sound and lighting production company. He was a professional DJ; and was formerly a radio DJ at Z102.9. He was an ordained minister and performed weddings for friends and family.
Bill went to Kennedy High School and graduated in 1999. He was the class president his freshmen and sophomore year; student body vice president; and student body president; played in the school band; and was a member of Happiness, Inc.
He enjoyed racing motorcycles and customizing cars. He was a gifted musician whose music filled the hearts of those that heard him. As an award winning pianist, he knew how to make the ivory sing anything from Chopin to improvisational blues. He even rebuilt a piano that most people assumed was lost -- bringing new life to the strings and turning a broken shell into a work of art.
He also enjoyed home renovations, which were an evolution of his creative spirit. He filled his home with his craftsmanship, and his love for his young family -- his fiancé Haley Lynch and two-year-old son George. He shared his love of cars and trucks with his son who loved and admired him with the brightest smile any father could create.
He planned to marry his love, Haley Lynch on August 4, 2012. He cherished Haley and looked forward to their future together -- to seeing their son grow-up, and watching their family grow. He was incredibly dedicated to them both, and worked hard to provide for them. Haley called him, “My knight in shining armor."
Bill was also a beloved son and close friend to his dad and mom. He loved to spend time with them and share his dreams and plans for the future. Bill was always giving. He gave his mother laughs through practical jokes and a grin. He gave love and support to her. One of the greatest gifts he ever gave his parents was their grandson George, who will continue to give them joy.
While Bill was Joe’s “little" brother he filled a big space in his brother’s life. Bill gave his brother instantaneous unconditional love exactly when it was needed. They were inseparable as kids, and while they lived far apart as adults, they were close within each other’s hearts.
Bill was a fearless daredevil who enjoyed making his friends and family say “slow down!" While, he refused to hear that request, he was a listener. His friends all have one thing in common, Bill was their confidant. He was the one they turned to when they needed to be heard. Bill would listen with kindness, and always knew the right thing to say.
Yes, Bill Mirabella was loved by many. His life ended in fall with leaves falling under gray October skies, but his loved ones can look forward to spring, thanks to Bill’s contagious smile that will never leave our minds.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Bill’s parents for George’s future educational expenses.
