Longtime Washington Resident Charlane Mae Tanner Dies at 97

Memorial services will be held at a later date, with interment at Elm Grove Cemetery.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 9:52pm

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An abstract, blurred photograph in soft, warm tones showing the hands of an elderly person holding a bouquet of flowers, representing the passing of a beloved community member.The vibrant life and legacy of a longtime Washington resident is commemorated through memorial donations and services.Washington Today

Charlane Mae Tanner, a longtime resident of Washington, Iowa, passed away at the age of 97. Memorial services for Tanner will be held at a later date, and she will be interred at Elm Grove Cemetery in Washington. Memorials have been established for the United Presbyterian Home in Washington and Hospice of Washington County.

Why it matters

Tanner was a fixture in the Washington community for nearly a century, and her passing marks the end of an era for the town. As one of the oldest residents, Tanner's life spanned major historical events and changes in the region.

The details

Tanner lived in Washington for most of her 97 years. She was involved with the United Presbyterian Home and Hospice of Washington County, two local organizations that will receive memorial donations in her honor.

  • Charlane Mae Tanner passed away on an unspecified date in 2026.

The players

Charlane Mae Tanner

A 97-year-old longtime resident of Washington, Iowa who recently passed away.

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The takeaway

Charlane Mae Tanner's life and legacy will be remembered through memorial services and donations to the local organizations she supported, honoring her decades of involvement in the Washington community.