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Julian Noah Sanchez

Julian Noah Sanchez

Feb 3, 2026

Julian "Ju Man" Noah Sanchez, 15, of Sioux City, IA passed away unexpectedly on February 3, 2026 at a local hospital. A celebration of his life will be held Friday, February 13 at 5:00 p.m. at Waterbury Funeral Service of Sioux City. Visitation will be from 3-5:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be at a later date.

Julian was...

Thomas Carol Gatch

Thomas Carol Gatch

Feb 3, 2026

Thomas “Tom” C. Gatch, 82, of Sioux City, IA, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones, on February 3, 2026 at a local hospital. A Celebration of life is pending. Arrangements are under the direction of Waterbury Funeral Service of Sioux City.

Tom was born on March 6, 1943 in Ames, Iowa to Wesley and Golda (Millett) Gatch. He graduated from...

Janine Linette Matlock

Janine Linette Matlock

Feb 1, 2026

In Loving Memory of Janine (Jeanne) Matlock

Jeanine Matlock, 71, of Sioux City, IA, passed away surrounded by her family on February 1, 2026. A celebration of her life will be held Saturday, February 7 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. at the South Sioux City Senior Center, in South Sioux City, NE. Arrangements are under the direction of Waterbury Funeral Service of Sioux...

Kevin L. Sheridan

Kevin L. Sheridan

Feb 1, 2026

Kevin Lynn Sheridan, 66, of Salix, IA, passed away February 1, 2026. There will be a private family service. Arrangements are under the direction of Waterbury Funeral Service of Sergeant Bluff.

Kevin was born on April 12, 1960 in Alta, IL to John Floyd Sheridan Jr. and Marlene (Penfold) Sheridan. He graduated in 1979 from Northwestern High School in Mellette, SD....

Colson Alexander Zellmer

Colson Alexander Zellmer

Jan 31, 2026

"An angel in the book of life wrote down our baby's birthday, then whispered as he closed the book, 'too beautiful for earth'. Our son Colson Alexander Zellmer was lost to us on January 31,2026. He will be forever missed and loved by his mom Samantha Zellmer and dad Dillon Zellmer, sister Fynlee and brother Holden. We ask during this...

Anthony L. Lukken

Anthony L. Lukken

Jan 31, 2026

Anthony L. "Tony" Lukken, 43 of Sergeant Bluff, Iowa passed away Saturday, January 31, 2026 at Unity-Point St. Lukes after a courageous battle with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.

Services will be held 11 am Friday, February 6, 2026 at the Community United Methodist Church, 101 Baker Road, Sergeant Bluff, with Rev. Cindi Prather officiating. Visitation will be held 5-7 pm Thursday at...

Diana K. Vassey

Diana K. Vassey

Jan 29, 2026

Diana K. Vassey, 71 of Sioux City, Iowa passed away Thursday, January 29, 2026 at a local hospital. No services will be held at this time.

Diana was born February 17, 1954 in Sioux City, Iowa the daughter of Pete and Charlene (Spray) Gentile. She grew up in Sioux City, Iowa and graduated from a Sioux City High School.

She was a...

Shirley A. Mulhall

Shirley A. Mulhall

Jan 25, 2026

Shirley Anne (Carr) Mulhall, age 83, of Moville, Iowa, passed away peacefully, on January 25, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of strength, perseverance, and deep devotion to her family. There will be no services at this time. Arrangements are under the direction of Waterbury Funeral Service of Sioux City.

Shirley was born on April 22, 1942, in Queens, New York, to...

Barbara Elaine Katzenmeier

Barbara Elaine Katzenmeier

Jan 25, 2026

Barbara Katzenmeier (Strouse), 81, of Sioux City, IA, remembered for her unwavering faith and devotion to family, passed away January 25, 2026. A funeral service will be held Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. at Waterbury Funeral Service of Sioux City. Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Barbara Katzenmeier, born February 4, 1944, in Ashland, Kansas, passed away after...

Danny Duane Aspleaf

Danny Duane Aspleaf

Jan 24, 2026

Danny Duane Aspleaf passed away peacefully on January 24, 2026, at the age of 80.

Danny was born to Alfin Earl (Apple) Aspleaf Sr. and Verna Mae (Kukuk) Aslpleaf on September 26, 1945. Dan worked in the plumbing industry during his adult life, making new friends along the way.

Danny is survived by his children: Darcy (Troy) Bertram, Cami Clausen, Sean (Shellie...

Dianna L. Chase

Dianna L. Chase

Jan 22, 2026

Dianna L. Chase, 67, of Sioux City, IA, passed away January 22, 2026 at a local care center. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 11:00 a.m., with a visitation 1 hour prior at Waterbury Funeral Service of Sioux City.

Dianna was born on October 11, 1958, in Billings, Montana, to Morris and June Paronto. The family...

William "Bill" J. Backer

William "Bill" J. Backer

Jan 21, 2026

William “Bill” Joseph Backer, 74, of Sioux City, Iowa, passed away surrounded by his family on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday, January 28 at 11:00 a.m., with a visitation from 10-11:00 a.m. at Mater Dei Parish-Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of...

James "Buzz" LaScala

James "Buzz" LaScala

Jan 21, 2026

James A. “Buzz” LaScala, 88, of Sioux City, Iowa, passed away Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at a local hospital. A private graveside service will be held at Logan Park Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Waterbury Funeral Service of Sioux City.

Buzz was born on November 15, 1937 in Sioux City, Iowa to Genaro and Florence (Magnuson) LaScala. He enlisted...

Michael Barazia

Michael Barazia

Jan 19, 2026

Michael Barazia, age 67, passed away on January 19, 2026, in Omaha, NE. He had been a resident of Sergeant Bluff, IA. A memorial service will be held Saturday. March 14 at 1:00 p.m. at Waterbury Funeral Service of Sioux City, 4125 Orleans Avenue. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the service at the funeral home. 

Michael...

Jennifer Lee Stapleton

Jennifer Lee Stapleton

Jan 17, 2026

Jennifer Lee Stapleton, 49, of Sioux City, IA, passed away surrounded by her family on January 17, 2026. A memorial service will be held Saturday, January 31 at 11:00 a.m., with a visitation 1 hour prior at Waterbury Funeral Service of Sioux City.

Jennifer was born on July 5, 1976 in Sioux City, IA to John and Kathy (Nicks) Watson. She...

Janice R. Pfrimmer

Janice R. Pfrimmer

Jan 17, 2026

Janice R. Pfrimmer, 85 of Sioux City, Iowa passed away Saturday, January 17, 2026 at a local care facility, surrounded by her family. Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, January 23, 2026 at St. Boniface Catholic Church. Burial will be in St. Michael's Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be held Thursday from 4-7 p.m. with family...

Donald "Buddy" Taylor Jr.

Donald "Buddy" Taylor Jr.

Jan 16, 2026

Donald "Buddy" Ray Taylor Jr., 58, of Elk Point, SD, passed away at a local hospital on January 16, 2026. A celebration of his life will be held Sunday, January 25 from 11-2:00 p.m. at the Jefferson Community Center, 309 S. Railroad Ave, Jefferson, SD. Arrangements are under the direction of Waterbury Funeral Service of Sioux City.

Buddy was born on...

Gerald Erpelding

Gerald Erpelding

Jan 16, 2026

Gerald P. Erpelding, 85 of Sioux City, formerly of West Des Moines, died Friday, January 16, 2026 at Unity-Point St. Lukes, Downtown.

Mass of a Christian Burial will be held 10:30 am Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Moville, with Rev. Michael Erpelding officiating. Visitation 1 hour prior to service time. Burial will be in St....

Timothy "Tim" James Muston

Timothy "Tim" James Muston

Jan 14, 2026

Timothy “Tim” James Muston, 66, of Sioux City, IA, passed away Wednesday, January 14, 2026. A funeral service will be held Monday, January 19 at 11:00 a.m., at Waterbury Funeral Service of Sioux City, 4125 Orleans Ave. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Burial will be at a later date in Graceland...

Shirley Arlette Haskins

Shirley Arlette Haskins

Jan 14, 2026

Shirley Arlette Haskins, 89, passed away January 14, 2026, at Charter Senior Living of North Park Place. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, January 20 at 11:00 a.m., with a visitation 1 hour prior at Southern Hills Baptist Church. Burial will be at Graceland Park Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Waterbury Funeral Service of Sioux City.

Shirley...

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