Floyd Lee Dixon Obituary December 28, 1933-July 26, 2026

Floyd Lee Dixon died peacefully on July 26, 2026, in Waco, Texas, surrounded by his beloved family. At 92. He was born on Floyd December 28, 1933, in Ottumwa, Iowa, and raised in Russell, Iowa. Floyd fell in love with Shirley Woods at age 13. When they were 16 and 15, in 1950, they eloped to Missouri, waking up the justice of the peace to marry them because they couldn't wait any longer to be together—the same justice who had married Shirley's parents many years earlier. They kept their marriage secret for two weeks until they told her mother, who wanted to know if they could have it anulled. Floyd and Shirley shared 68 years of marriage filled with love, devotion, and faith.

 

A natural builder, Floyd started his first plumbing business at age 17, later he served in the U.S. Army 1954 - 1956 and Army Reserve for 6 more years as a Survey Specialist.. After the army his career included employing many workers, running an excavating and building crew, constructing over 500 homes, managing a ready-mix company and Big D Lumberyard, In the 1960s, Floyd built the government building in Chariton, Iowa, which housed the town's only restaurant, the Country Chef. After it closed down several times, Shirley, his wife, took it over and ran it with incredible talent and skill. Then in the 70's He developed the “Lazy Dayz” vacation community on Lake Rathbun. Later, he moved to Colorado, started a solar business, and eventually worked at Home Depot, applying his construction skills across various departments for 10 years.

After polio left Shirley in a wheelchair, Floyd faithfully cared for her, often praying, “God, let me live just one day longer than Shirley.” When she passed in 2018, Floyd woke up the next morning and questioned God, “This isn’t what we agreed—why am I still here?” He remained with his family for eight more years, continuing to be a source of love and comfort.

In later years, Floyd moved to Texas to be near his son and grandchildren, settling in Waco. Throughout his life, he remained steadfast in his faith, often saying, 'God blessed me even when I didn’t deserve it.'

He was preceded in death by his parents, Guy and Audrey Dixon, wife, Shirley; son, Richard; siblings, Betty Cross, Jackie Andrews, and Fred Dixon; and granddaughter, Angel Dixon. He is survived by his son Brad; grandchildren Joshua, Justin, Caleb, Melissa, and Aaron Dixon; Adam Chenoweth and great-grandchildren Ella Rappolo, Jensen, Zailey, Gaius, Roland, and Ian Bohannan; and a legacy of love and hard work.

He will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered. A graveside service will be held at Russell Cemetery in Russell, Iowa. At 2 pm October 25, 2026. Pierschbacher Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

Richard E. Dixon Obituary May 24, 1954-October 25, 2018

 Richard Eugene Dixon, 64, of Lakewood, passed away October 25, 2018.He was born May 24, 1954 in Des Moines, Iowa, the son of Floyd and Shirley (Woods) Dixon. He was a graduate of Russell High School in Russell, Iowa. Richard's passion was cooking and he enjoyed working as a cook all over the country.

Richard is survived by two sons, Adam Chenoweth and Joshua Dixon; father, Floyd Dixon; brother, Bradley Dixon; three nephews, Justin Dixon, Caleb Dixon and Aaron Dixon; niece, Melissa Dixon; great-niece, Zailey McDonald; great-nephew, Roland McDonald and his loving companion, Kandace Romine.

He is preceded in death by mother, Shirley Dixon and daughter, Angel Olsen.

A graveside service will be held at Russell Cemetery in Russell, Iowa. At 2 pm October 25, 2026. Pierschbacher Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements

Lois C. Fogle Obituary January 25, 1930 - October 1, 2026

 

Lois Fogle, 96, of Chariton, passed away October 1, 2026, surrounded by her family. Visitation will be held Tuesday, October 6th, from 10:00 until 11:00 a.m. at the Pierschbacher Funeral Home in Chariton. Graveside funeral services will be held following the visitation at the Chariton Cemetery. A luncheon will be held at the funeral home following the service for a time of continued visiting and fellowship.

Memorials in Lois’s name may be made to the Derby Community Center.

Lois Charlene DeBok was born January 25, 1930, in Russell, Iowa, to Harold and Inez DeBok. She grew up with two other siblings, which always made life interesting. Her roots stayed thick in the Lucas County area, attending school at Russell and then high school in Chariton, graduating in 1948 from Chariton High School

On April 12, 1953, Lois married Ronald Fogle in Russell, Iowa. Together, they built a life centered around their family and shared many years together before Ronald’s passing.

Lois worked for Goode Heating & Cooling for 25 years as a part-time bookkeeper. Over those years, she became a familiar and dependable part of the business and developed many friendships along the way.

Lois always enjoyed gardening, and her family remembers that the garden served another important purpose over the years. When raising the kids became a little too much and she needed a break, that was where Lois went. Her life was centered around her family and she cherished every moment spent with them just as her family cherished spending time with her. Family gatherings were always fun and the grandchildren will always remember her reading the Gold Bug Book to them. She always remembered each grandchild’s favorite dessert and would have it ready when they visited or for their birthdays.

Another thing Lois loved was playing cards and reading. She often said she was born with a deck of cards in her hand and taught her grandchildren that there were no friends in a game of cards. However, if she was losing she’d say,” be nice to the old lady!”

Lois was a founding member of the American Legion Auxiliary for an impressive 75 years, having joined in 1953.

Lois will be remembered by her children: Gary (Michiko) Fogle of Derby, Diane (Mike) Barnes of Texarkana, TX, and Dennis (Terri) Fogle of Pella; 12 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; sister-in-law, Jean DeBok; and many other extended family members and friends.

Lois was preceded in death by her husband, Ronald Fogle in 2012; her parents, Harold and Inez DeBok; her sister, Joan McKinley; her brother, Dale DeBok; and grandsons: Joshua and Jeremy Fogle; and great granddaughters: Jerica and Jocelyn.

Robert "Bob" Lee Prather Obituary December 27, 1932-October 9,2026

 Robert Lee Prather born December 27, 1932 to John Preston Prather and Bessie Mae (Brewer) on their family farm.  Bob was a life long resident of Lucas County.   After graduation from High School Bob served in the Air Force from 1952 – 1956.  After his service in the military Bob and his brothers ran Prather Brothers Construction Company, where they ran heavy equipment building roads, ponds, and terraces.  After retiring Bob worked part time driving for Hy-Vee.   

Robert was preceded in death by his parents, his beloved wife Donna of 40 years, a grandson Wesley James Anderson, brothers Jack, Doug and sister Evelyn.  Bob is survived by a sister Mary, two sister in laws, Francis and Marcia, step children Connie (Gary), Craig (Joanne), Dennis (June), Jana (Frank), grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. 

As a family we want to add how much we loved and appreciated the love and care that Bob gave to our mother and grandmother, he absolutely adored her.  We will miss him tremendously; he is home now with Donna and many other family members and in the presence of our Heavenly Father.

Bob married Donna Mae (Gathercole) in 1976 at which time he inherited four step children.  His hobbies included flying his airplane, welding, doing Stain Glass, fishing, golfing and spending many winters in Florida and then in Texas.  He belonged to the local Masons and Shrine where he served as President in 1976.