Longtime Knoxville Resident Mary Wadle Passes Away at 92

Funeral services scheduled for Wednesday, April 1st at St. Anthony Catholic Church

Mar. 28, 2026 at 2:13am

Mary Judith Wadle, a 92-year-old longtime resident of Knoxville, Iowa, passed away recently. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, April 1st at 11:00 a.m. at the St. Anthony Catholic Church in Knoxville, followed by interment at the St. Anthony Catholic Cemetery. A rosary and visitation will be held the previous day at the Pierschbacher Funeral Home in Knoxville.

Why it matters

Mary Wadle was a pillar of the Knoxville community, having lived there for many decades. Her passing marks the end of an era for the town, as she was involved in many local organizations and charities over the years, including the Comfort House Hospice in Pella and the Marion County Special Olympics.

The details

The funeral arrangements for Mary Wadle include a Rosary on Tuesday, March 31st at 4:00 p.m. at the Pierschbacher Funeral Home in Knoxville, followed by visitation from 4:30 until 6:30 p.m. A Vigil Service will begin at 6:30 p.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will take place the next day, Wednesday, April 1st, at 11:00 a.m. at the St. Anthony Catholic Church in Knoxville. Interment will follow at the St. Anthony Catholic Cemetery.

  • The Rosary will be held on Tuesday, March 31st at 4:00 p.m.
  • Visitation will be from 4:30 until 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 31st
  • The Vigil Service will begin at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 31st
  • The Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, April 1st at 11:00 a.m.

The players

Mary Judith Wadle

A 92-year-old longtime resident of Knoxville, Iowa who passed away recently.

Comfort House Hospice

A hospice organization located in Pella, Iowa that Mary Wadle was involved with.

Marion County Special Olympics

A local chapter of the Special Olympics that Mary Wadle supported in her community.

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The takeaway

Mary Wadle's passing marks the end of an era in Knoxville, as she was a beloved and deeply involved member of the community for many decades. Her legacy of service and charitable work will continue to inspire those who knew her.