105-Year-Old Kalona Resident Grace Eva Bates McGeehon Passes Away

Memorial and graveside services scheduled for longtime Indianola resident

Mar. 16, 2026 at 3:24pm

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Grace Eva Bates McGeehon, a 105-year-old resident of Kalona, Iowa, formerly of Indianola, has passed away. Memorial services will be held on June 20th at the Pleasantview Chapel in Kalona, and a graveside service will take place on June 22nd at the Indianola IOOF Cemetery.

Why it matters

McGeehon's long life and ties to the Kalona and Indianola communities highlight the importance of honoring the legacies of longtime residents, especially those who have reached centenarian status, which is an increasingly rare accomplishment.

The details

Memorial services for Grace Eva Bates McGeehon will be held on Saturday, June 20th at 11 a.m. at the Pleasantview Chapel in Kalona. A graveside service will then take place on Monday, June 22nd at 11 a.m. at the Indianola IOOF Cemetery. Memorials may be given to Pleasantview Home in Kalona or Hospice of Washington County. Peterseim Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

  • The memorial service will be held on June 20, 2026 at 11 a.m.
  • The graveside service will be held on June 22, 2026 at 11 a.m.

The players

Grace Eva Bates McGeehon

A 105-year-old resident of Kalona, Iowa, who was formerly from Indianola.

Pleasantview Home

A facility in Kalona, Iowa where memorials may be given in McGeehon's honor.

Hospice of Washington County

An organization where memorials may be given in McGeehon's honor.

Peterseim Funeral Home

The funeral home handling the arrangements for McGeehon's services.

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The takeaway

McGeehon's long life and dedication to her Kalona and Indianola communities is a testament to the importance of honoring our elders and preserving local history and legacies, even as towns and cities continue to evolve over time.