Schmidt Family Funeral Home Obituaries

May 12, 2026

Robert Edward Chamberlain-Mailander 

2/29/1984 - 5/12/2026

Rob, son of Jim and Karen Mailander, passed away from a massive stroke on the 12th day of May 2026 at UNMC in Omaha, NE, with family present.

Rob graduated from CAM High School in 2002 and from the University of Alaska in 2006. He worked in social services for most of his career, because his nature...

Jun 10, 2026

Mrs. Betty Ann Christiansen, age 98, of Audubon, IA, passed away on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at the Friendship Home in Audubon, IA. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m., on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Audubon, IA, with Fr. David Nkrumah as the Celebrant. Interment will take place following the Mass...

Jun 9, 2026

Carl E. Haskins, 76, of Exira, passed away Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at Atlantic Specialty Care. 

Service will be held at the Iowa Veterans Cemetery at a later date. 

The Schmidt Family Funeral Home of Exira is caring for the Haskins Family at this time. 

Jun 7, 2026

Thomas "Tom" Reilly, 89, of Massena, passed away Sunday, June 7, 2026 at the Heritage House in Atlantic.

Burial will be in Fonda, Iowa. And family is planning an informal memorial to be held locally in Wiota to gather and share memories. Time and dates for both are still to be determined. 

Memorial contributions may be directed to the family for future...

Jun 5, 2026

Christopher James Canfield, 34, of Griswold passed away Friday, June 5, 2026 at Cass Health in Atlantic. No services are planned at this time. The Schmidt Family Funeral Home of Atlantic is caring for the Canfield Family at this time.

Jun 5, 2026

Cheryl Jo Lebeck, 75, of Atlantic passed away Friday, June 5, 2026 at Cass Health in Atlantic. No services are planned at this time. Memorial contributions may be directed to the family for future designation and can be sent in care of Schmidt Family Funeral Home to P.O. Box 523, Atlantic, Iowa. The Schmidt Family Funeral Home of Atlantic is...

Jun 3, 2026

Jens Christian Bruun, age 90, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2026, at the StoryPoint Senior Living facility in Ankeny, Iowa, hitting a milestone of exactly 90 years, 6 months, and 0 days. Jens was born on December 3, 1935, in Audubon, Iowa, to Jens Christian and Carrie E. (Jensen) Bruun. He was baptized and confirmed at Our Saviour's Lutheran...

May 31, 2026

Joe Steven Schmitt, 77, of Walnut, Iowa, passed away on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Cass Health in Atlantic, Iowa.

Joe was born on November 26, 1948, in Atlantic, Iowa, to Glenn and Mabel Schmitt. He graduated from Atlantic High School and spent his life dedicated to his family, friends, and community.

Joe was first married to Marcia Funke Schmitt, and together...

May 29, 2026

Mrs. Linda L. Freund-Ebbinga, age 83, of Griswold, IA, passed away on Friday, May 29, 2026, at her home surrounded by family. Linda Louise Blum, daughter of Edgar and Helen Doan Blum, was born on March 9, 1943 in Harlan, Iowa, and was raised on a farm with her four siblings in rural Earling, Iowa. She graduated from St. Joseph...

May 29, 2026

Robert "Bob" Matthies, age 75, of Anita, IA, died on Friday, May 29, 2026, at Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa. Bob was born on March 19, 1951 to Fred and Gertude Matthies. He grew up in Walnut, Iowa and graduated with the class of 1969. Following high school, Bob attended Iowa Western Community College in Clarinda before...

May 26, 2026

Richard Allen Petersen, the son of Jerry Dale and Ardella Bernice (Lehwald) Petersen was born on October 24, 1962, in Carroll, Iowa. He passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at his home in Exira, Iowa. He attended school in Exira and graduated from Exira High School with the Class of 1982. He later attended Des Moines Area Community College. Richard...

May 26, 2026

Doris Marie (Andersen) Christensen, age 85, of Audubon, Iowa, died at her home in Audubon on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. She was born on 19 April 1941, in Audubon Township, and was the daughter of Edvard Kristian “Ed K.” Valdemar Andersen and Dorothy Isabelle (Lacy) Andersen of Audubon, Iowa. She attended country school in Audubon Township and Douglas Township and...

May 23, 2026

It is with heavy hearts and profound gratitude for a life well-lived that we announce the passing of Lynne Marie Rustvold, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Lynne passed peacefully into the loving arms of her Savior, Jesus, on May 23, 2026, surrounded by family at her side, after facing several days of post-heart surgery complications with...

May 21, 2026

Eugene “Gene” Ray Alt, 83, of Audubon, Iowa, passed away on May 21, 2026 at home, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, hard work, and genuine friendship. Gene was born on July 19, 1942, to Raymond and Pearl (Elsberry) Alt in Audubon County, where he grew up alongside his siblings, Marjorie and David. A proud graduate of Audubon High School,...

May 20, 2026

May 20, 2026

We celebrate the life and Memory of Janet Sorensen Today Janet Laureen Mary (Hoch) Sorensen (Jan), of Audubon, Iowa, passed away at the age of 83 years, 8 months, 11 Days. She passed away peacefully in her home, in the presence of her loving children, on Wednesday, May 20th, 2026. Janet was born on September 9, 1942, in Knoxville, Iowa,...

May 19, 2026

Mr. Michael Robert Bruch, age 61, of Audubon, IA, passed away on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines, IA. He was born on December 12, 1964, to Robert and Lois (Schultes) Bruch. He attended Gray Consolidated Schools through sixth grade, then attended Audubon Community Schools, graduating with the class of 1983. After high school,...

May 18, 2026

James (Jim) Michael Tinker, 77, of Audubon, Iowa, entered his eternal rest on May 18, 2026. He passed peacefully with his sons at his side, ready to be received by Christ and reunited with his beloved wife, Janet. Jim was born on May 7, 1949 in La Crosse, WI, to Richard and Madonna Tinker. From his earliest days, faith shaped...

May 18, 2026

Edward “Ed” Anthony Sorrels passed away May 18th 2026 at home in Elk Horn, IA on hospice. Edward, the oldest of three boys, was born July 1, 1945 in Columbia, South Carolina, to John and Elizabeth (Cooper) Sorrels. After World War II ended Edward and his parents moved to southern California, where his father finished dentistry. His two brothers, Ronald...

May 15, 2026

The world became a brighter, kinder place on April 3, 1934, with the birth of Delilah Mae Jenks in Henderson, North Carolina. Born to Annie Mae (Murphy) Jenks and Elmer Jenks, Delilah carried a quiet strength, gentle spirit, and deep love for others that would shape generations of her family. To those who knew her best, Delilah was the heart...