Doris E Crofton, age 97, passed away peacefully at her daughters home on March 7, 2024. Doris was born Dec 3rd, 1926 in Oskaloosa IA. She spent her early years on the family homestead in the rural Thornburg area with her parents Walter and Alice Albrighton and two brothers, Weston and Roscoe. She attended school in Thornburg and after her father died in 1938 the family moved to Oskaloosa where she graduated from high school.
Dennis Lloyd Whipple, 73, of Zumbro Falls, MN, passed away on November 11, 2023. He was born on December 25th, 1949, in Lake City. Dennis was a devoted husband, a man of faith, and a respected member of his community. Dennis was a loving and supportive husband to his wife JoeAnn, sharing a bond that was built on love, kindness, and mutual respect. He is also survived by his sister Diane. he was preceded in death by his mother Pearl, father Lloyd, and daughter JeanAnn. Dennis served in the AirForce 1970-1973, he farmed his land for most of his life along with various other jobs. Dennis enjoyed farming, wood working, and listening to Christian music. Oak Hills Wesleyan Church was his spiritual home, where he found strength and comfort in his faith. A private burial service will be held to honor and celebrate Dennis’s life.