Julius "Red" Maurice Willett Obituary June 10, 1957- May 10,2026

 

Julius Maurice Willett “Red”, 68, passed away on May 10, 2026, at the Iowa Veteran’s Home in Marshalltown, Iowa. Red was born on June 10, 1957, in Des Moines, Iowa to Virgil James Willett and Gladys Maria (Van Treese) Willett. He attended Chariton High School. On August 27, 1981, Red joined the Navy. He loved being in the Navy, he traveled to many different countries. Red would share stories with his nieces and nephews about the different cultures he learned about and seen. He always brought gifts when he came back to the states for his family mostly Asian cultures.

On November 30, 1987, Red was discharged from the Navy and resided in Russell, Iowa. He did not have children of his own, however his nieces were like his daughters to him. He helped his sister Cindy raise them and was more like a father figure than an uncle. He later moved into the Iowa Veteran’s Home in Marshalltown and formed many bonds with other residents, nurses, doctors and staff.  Iowa Veterans Home is where he spent his final years. Red will not be forgotten by all the people whose lives he touched with his huge heart and even bigger smile.

Red is preceded in death by his parents, brother Jim, nephews Mason Richard and Timothy Willett. in death He is survived by his sisters, Mary Stewart of Waterloo and Cindy (Randy Halterman) Gwinn of Russell, his nieces and nephews. He will be missed by many other friends and family.

 Services and support for the family are under the direction by Clark Fielding of Fielding Funeral Home

Steven Neal Pierce Obituary March 15, 1946 — May 17, 2026 Clive,Iowa

 Rest in Peace Steven Neal Pierce.

A man of deep loyalties, great strength, and unwavering dependability passed away Sunday, May 17, 2026. Steve was someone others could count on offering steadfast support, quiet encouragement, and enduring loyalty. His presence will be deeply missed, and his memory will remain a source of comfort and strength to his family and friends.

Steve's will to remain with those he loved was strong, but multiple health challenges ultimately made it impossible for him to stay.

Steve a deeply private person. In keeping with his wishes, there will be no funeral or memorial service Steve will be buried in Iowa Veterans Cemetery, Van Meter, Iowa.  Ernst Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Waukee has been entrusted with Steve's final arrangements

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Steven Neal Pierce (Waukee, Iowa), who passed away at the age of 80, on May 17, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Steven Neal Pierce to show support.

Though Steven may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those Steven touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.

Judith "Judi" Wright Obituary October 23, 1938 - May 8, 2026

 

Judith "Judi" Wright, 87, of Russell, passed away on Friday, May 8, 2026, at the Kavanagh House in Des Moines. Funeral services for Judi will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, May 15, 2026, at the Pierschbacher Funeral Home in Chariton. A luncheon will be held following the service for a time of continued fellowship.

Family will receive friends from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 14th at the funeral home. 

A private burial will be held at the Bethel Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers the family strongly requests that memorial donations be made to EveryStep Kavanagh House or to Fatih United Methodist Church in Russell.

Judi was preceded in death by her husband, Jim Wright on March 30th. Judi will be greatly missed by children: Gene (Paula) Wright, and Mary (Ed) Nichols; grandchildren: Alison Wright, Ashley (Kevin) Wright Shannon, Jessica (Sean) Eikenberry, Alex (Alexis) Wright, Lindsay (Nick) McCullough, and Josh Nichols; great grandchildren: Isabella, Charlie, Taylor, Owen, Maxwell, Langan, James, and Evelyn; along with many nieces, nephews and extended family.

Connie Louise (Clanin) Fry Obituary March 15, 1952- May 3, 2026

Connie Louise Clanin Fry was born on March 15, 1952, in Albia, to Neil and Doris (Horner) Clanin of Russell. Connie had two older sisters to welcome her home, Jolene and Marilyn.

Connie passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at Accura Pleasantville nursing home with her daughter Stacey by her side. She had been a resident there for two and half years.

Connie accepted the Lord as her savior as a young girl at Bethel Church She attended and graduated from Russell High School in 1970. She was quiet and shy with a very kind heart.

In June 1970, Connie married Rick Fry and two children were born to this union, Stacey Lynn Fry and Richard Neil Fry. They lived in Chariton most of their married life. Connie worked at the hospital in the kitchen for many years. She then started to babysit many children in her home. Connie enjoyed crafting and was very talented with her projects. She made many gifts for family and friends. She also made the best caramels, and she would hand them out to brighten someone else’s day. Later years, Connie lived at Autum Park Apartments.  She had many friends, Connie especially enjoyed visiting with other residents outside when the weather was warm.  Her priority was to her family, she loved spending time going shopping, having or going out for dinner and talking on the phone.

Connie was very tender-hearted; she could watch sad or funny movies and cry for both. Everyone that knew Connie loved her and wanted to be friends.

She leaves to mourn are her children, Stacey and Richard Fry, sisters Julene Ruden, Marilyn Clanin and her grandchildren. Connie will be missed by so many family and friends.

Connie is preceded in death by her husband Rick, parents Neil and Doris Clanin and one nephew. Memorials may be directed to the family. Online condolences may be left at www.fieldingfuneralhome.com. Services will be under the direction of Fielding Funeral Home.