Wellman Resident Lola Marner Passes Away at 97

Funeral services scheduled for this Saturday at Wellman Mennonite Church

Apr. 2, 2026 at 3:05pm

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Lola Marner, a 97-year-old resident of Wellman, Iowa, has passed away. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 4th at the Wellman Mennonite Church, followed by a burial at the Lower Deer Creek Cemetery. Visitation will take place on the same day from 10 a.m. until the time of the service.

Why it matters

Lola Marner was a longtime member of the Wellman community, having lived there for many decades. Her passing marks the end of an era for the small town, as she was one of its most beloved and longest-residing citizens.

The details

Lola Marner's funeral service will be held at the Wellman Mennonite Church, where she was an active member. Following the service, she will be laid to rest at the Lower Deer Creek Cemetery. A memorial has been established in her honor at the Wellman Mennonite Church.

  • The funeral service will be held on Saturday, April 4th at 11 a.m.
  • Visitation will take place on Saturday, April 4th from 10 a.m. until the time of the service.

The players

Lola Marner

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

Wellman Mennonite Church

The church where Lola Marner's funeral service will be held and where a memorial has been established in her honor.

Lower Deer Creek Cemetery

The cemetery where Lola Marner will be laid to rest.

Powell Funeral Home

The funeral home caring for Lola Marner and her family.

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The takeaway

Lola Marner's passing marks the end of an era for the tight-knit community of Wellman, Iowa, as she was one of the town's most beloved and longest-residing citizens. Her funeral service and burial will allow the community to come together to honor her life and legacy.