Deral Rogers Obituary

 Deral Wayne Rogers, 77, passed away August 6, 2026, in Sioux City, IA. Memorial services will be held at St. Therese Catholic Church on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. Visitation will be at 9:00 A.M. with a Memorial Mass to follow at 10:00 AM.

Deral was born in Oakwood, Texas, on January 1, 1949. He spent his youth in Texas until he enlisted in the Navy in June 1968. Deral spent four years serving in the Vietnam War until he was honorably discharged, having earned a Bronze Star.

He spent the next 23 years mastering his trade as a master welder until he moved to Sioux City in 1995 to help rebuild the Terra plant in Port Neal, Iowa. It was here that he met his wife, Linda Rogers, while out dancing. They bonded over their shared love of music and spent 26 years together raising Linda’s children, Carrie and Robert, and spreading joy and love until Linda passed away in 2021.

Despite being diagnosed with lung cancer, Deral continued to find joy in music, spending his winters jamming with his friends in Texas and the rest of his time in Sioux City, Iowa doing the same. He spent his final day at the Betty Strong Encounter Center playing his guitar and singing with his friends and loved ones.

Deral is survived by his girlfriend, Mary Jo; mother-in-law, Elaine; stepchildren, Carrie and Robert; sister, Laura; and grandchildren.

Deral Rogers

 I have been informed that Deral Rogers of Sioux City Iowa has passed away. Deral and his wife Linda were Magnolia residents for several years. Many of you will remember him as the son-in-law of Spike and Elaine Wingert and you will also remember his very deep voice. He and Linda often sang together at the jams and their voices complimented each other perfectly.

If I'm able to find an obituary I will post it here.

Genevia Jackson Obituary

 Genevia (Gilmore) Jackson, age 82 of Sparta, Missouri passed away June 23rd, 2026 in Alamo, Texas. She was born August 11, 1943, in Rogersville, Missouri 

For twenty years, Genevia was employed at Fasco in Ozark with her husband, Mike. After retirement, they traveled across the country together. They settled in the warmth of the Weslaco, Texas community and then later the Alamo Rose Community. 

She is survived by her husband Mike; sons Rick Jackson and wife Tammie and Michael Jackson and wife Darenda; seven grandchildren; five great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews, and many other caring relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her dad John Gilmore, mom Carrie (Williams) Gilmore, and sisters Buelah, Aimee, and Ivonne.

Funeral services for Genevia will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, July 2, 2026 at J.D. Lee and Sons Funeral Home, Rogersville. Burial will follow in Linden Cemetery.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 1, 2025 at the funeral home.

 

Genevia Jackson Death Notice

 Alamo- Genevia Jackson, 82, passed away on June 23, 2026.

Genevia and Mike were long-time residents of Magnolia Park. This is the only information that I could find at this time.

Arrangements for Genevia will be under the direction of J.D. Lee & Sons Funeral Home, of Rogersville, MO.

Jon D Larson

 Mary Bruun called me yesterday telling me that we have lost another former Magnolia resident. The obituary wasn't available until today. Jon and Edy at one time had a cabin in the Willard Wisconsin area which is only about 18 miles from where we live. We, of course, didn't know that until we met them in Magnolia Park.

JonD. Larson, 83 of Coon Valley, died Thursday May 7, 2026 at Aspen Place in Viroqua. He was born August 3, 1942 to Sherman and Olga (Rude) Larson. He was baptized and confirmed at the Coon Valley Lutheran Church. Jon graduated from Westby High School in 1960. He married Edythe Hanson on March 7, 1964 at Coon Valley Lutheran. They lived on the family farm outside of Coon Valley and raised 3 children. He briefly operated the Mobil Service Station in Coon Valley before returning to the farm. Jon enjoyed doing custom work in the Coon Valley area for many years. After retiring, they traveled to warmer climates during the winter months. They also enjoyed spending time at their cabin on Mead Lake. He maintained many friendships from their travels.

Survivors include 3 children, David (Sue) Larson, Darren (Jodi) Larson and Debby (Jeff) Kragt; 4 grandchildren, Jessie Larson (Ethan Baker), Mitch (Lisa) Larson, Katie (Dalton) Tysver and Nick Larson; and a great grandson, Kayson Tysver.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Edy in 2020; his parents; a brother and sister-in-law, Carliss (Karen) Larson and his uncle and aunt, Clinton (Lucy) Larson.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday May 13, 2026 at the Coon Valley Lutheran Church. Rev. Ben Morris will officiate with burial in the church cemetery. A visitation will be held at the church from 10 a.m. until service time. The Seland Funeral Home is assisting the family. Condolences may be given at selandsfuneralhome.com. Memorials may be given to the Coon Valley Lutheran Church. 

Max turns 90!

I hope you all can see the details. It isn't as easy as it used to be for me to post. Or maybe I am just rusty! Barb B.

 

Walt Peterson

 I was also asked to pass this information along. Walt Peterson passed away January 28, 2026. There was no obituary.

Walt was cremated and his remains were sent to his family members in Dayton Iowa. Walt and Cindy Peterson were long time residents of Magnolia Park.

Edna Nelson Obituary

 I am sorry to be posting this so late, Darlene Jansen gave this information to me a long time ago but truthfully I seem to be so busy that I got way behind in taking care of this blog. I hope to have much more time here at home this summer so things get posted in a timely fashion.

Edna Mae Nelson lived a long and steady life, the kind built on work, family, and the simple routines that become the heart of a home. She passed away February 23, 2026 at the age of 95, surrounded by her family at Westridge Nursing Home in Knoxville. Following her wishes, no formal services will be held. Memorials in Edna's honor may be directed to the American Legion Post 632 in Melcher-Dallas, in care of Pierschbacher Funeral Home, 309 W Main Street, Knoxville Iowa 50138.

She was born January 5, 1931, to Ira and Belle (Sims) Vander Linden, one of twelve children in a lively household where there was always someone to talk to and something going on. Growing up in such a large family meant that quiet moments were rare, but laughter and stories were never in short supply. She attended Knoxville Schools with the class of 1949, stepping into adulthood with the same steady determination that would carry her through the years ahead.

On March 19, 1949, Edna married Charles "Whitey" Nelson. Together they built a life centered on family and hard work and were blessed with three children: Cindy, Charles Jr. and Barry. Edna believed in showing up and doing what needed to be done, whether at home or out in the community. She spent years working as the cook at Melcher High School, where students and staff alike came to know her not just for her warm presence but for recipes that became local favorites. Her cinnamon rolls and school pizza were talked about long after the lunch trays were cleared. She also found herself chaperoning dances and riding along on girls' sports trips, quietly becoming part of the memories of countless students.

Edna wore many hats over the years. She worked as a beautician in Melcher, spent time at Casey's, and at the Northcote Locker. When Whitey suffered a stroke in 1977, she moved her beauty shop into their home so she could continue working while caring for him. It was just what she did--she adjusted and kept going.

In the early 80's, Edna and Whitey began wintering in Texas, a tradition that brought new friendships and a different pace of life. She settled easily into the retirement community there, filling her days with crafts, painting, sewing, and cooking for friends. After Whitey passed in 2009, she continued making the trip south for another decade, holding onto the friendships and routines that meant so much to her.

Back home in Iowa, her world centered around her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She rarely missed a school function if she could help it, happy to sit in the stands or an auditorium seat, simply watching them grow.

Edna was preceded in death by her husband, Charles "Whitey" Nelson; her parents, Ira and Belle Vander Linden; her daughter-in-law, Cheryl Nelson; son-in-law, Kevin DeGoey; sister-in-law Leota Nelson; and her siblings Viola, Louise, Muriel, Paul, an infant brother Ira, Ray, Tub, Lucille, Jack, and Ruth.

She leaves behind her children, Cindy Nelson, Charles (Rhonda) Nelson Jr. and Barry Nelson; her brother, Dale (Judy) Vander Linden; and a niece raised as a sister, Sandra Williams. She also leaves six grandchildren, seventeen great-grandchildren, three great-great grandchildren, and many extended family members and friends who will remember her steady presence, her work ethic, and the warmth she brought into their lives.