Celebration of Life Announced for Doyle Madsen, 70

Longtime Exira resident and father of three to be remembered this Saturday.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 4:19am

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An extremely abstracted, out-of-focus photograph shot through condensation or rain-streaked glass, composed of warm pools of light and shadow that evoke a sense of small-town community and nostalgia.The vibrant weekend celebration of Doyle Madsen's life will bring comfort and community to the people of Exira.Exira Today

A Celebration of Life service will be held this Saturday, April 18, 2026, for Doyle Hans Frederick Madsen, a 70-year-old resident of Exira, Iowa. The service will take place at 10:00 a.m. at the Schmidt Family Funeral Home, with a reception to follow until 12:00 p.m. Madsen is survived by his son, two granddaughters, and several siblings.

Why it matters

Doyle Madsen was a longtime member of the Exira community, and his passing will be felt by many friends, family members, and neighbors. Celebration of Life events help bring a community together to honor the life and legacy of a respected local figure.

The details

The Celebration of Life service for Doyle Hans Frederick Madsen will be held at the Schmidt Family Funeral Home in Exira, Iowa on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Following the service, the family will greet friends until 12:00 p.m. Memorial contributions can be made to the family and mailed to the Schmidt Family Funeral Home.

  • The Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.
  • The family will greet friends following the service until 12:00 p.m.

The players

Doyle Hans Frederick Madsen

A 70-year-old resident of Exira, Iowa who recently passed away.

Joshua Doyle Madsen

Doyle's son.

Kendrick EriLynn Madsen and Anslee Aaronn Madsen

Doyle's granddaughters.

Schmidt Family Funeral Home

The funeral home hosting the Celebration of Life service in Exira, Iowa.

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The takeaway

This Celebration of Life service will allow the Exira community to come together and honor the memory of a longtime resident who made a lasting impact on the town.