Local obituaries forMississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial
Candace Divinere
Aug 26, 2023
Candace Divinere, 57, of Chicago, IL, passed away Saturday, August 26, 2023, in Walcott, Iowa. She was a headstrong individual, who always found a way to follow her own path. She is survived by her grandmother Madeline Tovar, mother Maureen Tovar, daughters Brittany Jariabka, Season Jariabka, Heyven Divinere and granddaughters, Nayeli and Elena Sanchez. Please offer your condolences or share...
Jessica Luciano
Aug 23, 2023
It is with a heavy heart and an empty wine glass that we announce the passing of the incomparable Jessica "Jessi" Luciano. She took her final bow on August 23, 2023, in Davenport, Iowa, after a short-running duel with brain cancer. We reckon the cancer didn't know who it was messing with, because Jessi was a fighter, with a spirit...
Steven Carleson
Aug 23, 2023
Steven James Carleson, 70, of Bishop Hill, Illinois passed away on Wednesday, August 23rd of cancer. A nationally recognized, award-winning mixed-media artist, avid gardener, and fly-fisher, he is survived by his wife Marsha Carleson (Bishop Hill), daughter Nora Ellen Carleson and son-in-law, Chase Tarleton (Massachusetts), as well as his Mother, Mary Carleson, and sisters--Marcia Carleson and Nora Massengill (Texas). Condolences...
Patricia Carroll
Aug 18, 2023
Patricia Elaine Carroll, 78, of Moline, entered God's Kingdom on August 18, 2023. She was born October 17, 1944, to Wilma and Harold Main of Grinnell, IA. There will be a small memorial service at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 16, 2023, at The Lighthouse Church in Rock Island. Patricia, the most loving and devoted wife, mom, and grandmother, is...
Richard Shaffnit
Aug 18, 2023
Richard "Rick" Shaffnit, a man who could light up a room with his laughter and charm, passed away on August 18, 2023, at his home in Bettendorf, Iowa. Born on December 2, 1958, in Davenport, IA, Rick was a man who lived life to the fullest, always ready with a joke or a funny story to share. His heart, as...
Alan Baker
Aug 12, 2023
Alan Robert Baker, 71, of LeClaire, IA, passed away Saturday, August 12, 2023, at Harmony Davenport in IA. A full obituary will be available soon. Family and friends are invited to share memories and express condolences at mvcremation.com
Duane Block
Aug 12, 2023
Duane Lee Block, a man who could tell a fish tale like no other and grow tomatoes that would make you weep with joy, passed away on August 12, 2023. Born on May 22, 1954, Duane spent his 69 years on this earth spreading laughter and love, and cultivating an appreciation for the simple pleasures in life - family, friends,...
Elizabeth Morris
Aug 11, 2023
Elizabeth Mary Morris, 66, of Mount Pleasant passed away Friday, August 11, 2023, at Genesis Medical Center, Davenport, IA. Arrangements are pending with Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial, Moline, IL. A full obituary will be posted soon. Family and friends are invited to share memories and express condolences on her Memory Wall.
Garry Near
Aug 8, 2023
Garry L. Near, 67, passed away Tuesday, August 8, 2023, surrounded by his loved ones. He was a loving father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle and friend of many. He enjoyed being outdoors, German Shepherds and spending time with his kids and grandchildren. A Celebration of Life will be held on September 10, 2023, in Fulton, IL, at Manny's Too, 2:00pm....
Benjamin Tarnish
Aug 5, 2023
Benjamin James Tarnish, 37, of The Quad Cities, passed away on Saturday, August, 5th, 2023 at home surrounded by his family while they prepared dinner. We believe he was salty at the cancer preventing him from the pleasure of solid food, so he shuffled off this mortal coil. Ben was born on August, 27, 1985, in Silvis, IL, a free...
Marlene Talbot
Jul 30, 2023
Born August 26, 1948, to Eloise and Jim Mackey, Marlene Talbot of Bishop Hill, IL, passed away July 30, 2023, after prolonged health issues. She was the proud wife of Don Talbot, and mother of Angela (John) Hathaway and Tony (April) Talbot. She was grandmother to Lyndsey and Derek Heise, Xander Talbot, great grandmother to Margaret Wilhelm and sister to...
James Johnson
Jul 29, 2023
James "Jim" Henry Johnson, 82, of East Moline, IL, passed away at home on Saturday, July 29, 2023. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, August 5, 2023, at First Lutheran Church in Moline, with a visitation at 10:00 am, in the church library. Memorials may be made to the First Lutheran Church in Moline, the River Bend...
Angela Callahan
Jul 27, 2023
Angela Regena Callahan, 65, of Rock Island, IL, passed away Sunday, July 27, 2023, at UnityPoint Health - Trinity Rock Island. Arrangements are pending with Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial, Moline, IL. .
Kim Holman
Jul 27, 2023
Kim Holman, 64, of Rock Island, IL, passed away on Thursday, July 27, 2023. Arrangements: Mississippi Valley Cremation and Direct Burial, Moline. A full obituary will be available soon. Family and friends are invited to share memories and express condolences on her Memory Wall at mvcremation.com.
Sylvia Stineman
Jul 25, 2023
Silvia Stineman, 88, of Davenport, IA, passed away Tuesday, July 25, 2023, at Genesis Medical Center East, Davenport, IA. Beloved daughter, sister, wife, and mother to son Mark. Wild and crazy, yet reliable and hardworking. Hard times created a tough exterior that hid a kind and tender heart. Found her joy with practical jokes, dancing, bowling, and playing cards. Fiercely...
Douglas Turk
Jul 24, 2023
Douglas C. Turk, 69, of Davenport, IA, passed away Monday, July 24, 2023. Arrangements are pending with Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial, Moline, IL.
Mark Larvenz
Jul 24, 2023
Mark Stephen Larvenz (63) passed away peacefully at his home on July 24, 2023, with his family lovingly by his side after a long, hard-fought battle with cancer. Born March 4, 1960, to James and Phyllis Larvenz, Mark lived a rambunctious and active young life with his six siblings, Carl, Carol, Adam, Jimmy, Diane, and David. Racing dirtbikes with his...
Michael Campbell
Jul 23, 2023
Michael Howard Campbell, 60, of Davenport, IA, passed away Sunday, July 23, 2023, at his home. Arrangements are pending with Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial, Moline, IL.
Danny Rasler
Jul 22, 2023
Danny Rasler, 66, of Davenport, IA, passed away Saturday, July 22, 2023, at his residence. Please offer your condolences and expressions of sympathy to the family.
Gary Short
Jul 17, 2023
Gary L. Short, 58, of Davenport, IA, passed away Monday, July 17, 2023, at Genesis Medical Center East, Davenport, IA. Arrangements are pending with Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial, Moline, IL.
