Lacona Resident Sam Dittmer Passes Away at 72

Funeral services scheduled for this week in Lacona, Iowa

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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Sam Dittmer, a 72-year-old resident of Lacona, Iowa, has passed away. A mass will be held on Wednesday, February 11th at 10:30am at St. Mary's Church in Lacona, with a rosary and visitation scheduled for the previous day.

Why it matters

The passing of a longtime community member is always significant, as it marks the end of an era and the loss of a familiar presence. Dittmer's funeral arrangements provide an opportunity for friends, family, and the broader Lacona community to come together to mourn his loss and celebrate his life.

The details

Dittmer's funeral mass will be held at St. Mary's Church in Lacona, with a rosary preceding the visitation on Tuesday, February 10th from 4:00-7:00pm at the Pierschbacher Funeral Home in Milo. Burial will take place at St. Mary's Cemetery following the mass.

  • The mass for Sam Dittmer will be held on Wednesday, February 11th at 10:30am.
  • A rosary will be held prior to the visitation on Tuesday, February 10th starting at 3:30pm.
  • The visitation will be from 4:00-7:00pm on Tuesday, February 10th.

The players

Sam Dittmer

A 72-year-old resident of Lacona, Iowa who has passed away.

St. Mary's Church

The church in Lacona, Iowa where Dittmer's funeral mass will be held.

Pierschbacher Funeral Home

The funeral home in Milo, Iowa where Dittmer's visitation will be held.

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The takeaway

The loss of Sam Dittmer marks a somber moment for the close-knit community of Lacona, Iowa, as they come together to honor his memory and provide support to his loved ones during this difficult time.