May 1, 2023
Butch Harkins

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Robert "Butch" Harkins on May 1, 2023. Born on June 23, 1948, in Iowa City. Butch lived a fulfilled life surrounded by a loving family and friends. A devoted father, brother, and son, those who knew him well will remember his undying passion for the Chicago Cubs, fishing, and spending time with his family. He claimed to despise dogs, cats, and kids but we all knew the truth. 

Butch is survived by his daughters Melissa Karsten, Stephanie (Michael) Wink, Elizabeth (Michael) Harkins, Jennifer (Ronald) Reid, Angela (James) Shoff, Dawn (Trent) Sander and Rebecca (Daniel) Ries, and his son, Robert Harry (Kaysea) Harkins. As well as 15 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. He also leaves behind his sisters Patricia Hamma, Sandy (Phil) Schott and Cindy (Kevin) Henning along with many nieces and nephews. Butch was predeceased by his father, Robert M. Harkins, his mother, Delores Harkins, his stepmother, Marjorie Harkins, partner in crime, Cheryl "Grams" Roelf, and his grandson, Gable Wink.

A Celebration of Life for Butch will be held on June 24, 2023, at 12:00 PM in Massillon at his farm, where family and friends can come together to share memories and pay their respects by having an ice-cold beer. As a fervent Chicago Cubs fan, Butch would have appreciated everyone wearing their Cubs gear or team colors to the gathering.

In remembrance of Butch, let us honor his memory by cherishing the time we shared with him and supporting one another during this time of loss. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

April 14, 2023
Debbie Williams Strawhacker

Deborah (Debbie) K. Strawhacker, 73, of Davenport, died Friday April 14, 2023 at Genesis Clarissa C. Cook Hospice House, Bettendorf.

Visitation will be 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Wednesday April 19, 2023 at Halligan–McCabe–DeVries Funeral Home followed by funeral services beginning at 12 p.m. Burial will be in Pine Hill Cemetery.

Debbie’s greatest love was for her family and friends. When her boys played sports she could always be found on the sidelines cheering them on. She loved being very social and enjoyed camping. She gathered frequently with her friends at the old Rusty Nail, where she met her husband, Everett. Debbie was also very crafty and enjoyed gifting her items to friends and family.

Debbie was born December 2, 1949, in Davenport a daughter to Dwight F. and Betty M. (Turf) Williams. She graduated from Davenport West High in the class of 1968. She gave 25 years of service at the Rock Island Arsenal.  Debbie married Everett Strawhacker in 1984. They enjoyed several trips to the Caribbean together.

Debbie will be lovingly missed by her husband, Everett Strawhacker, Davenport; her brother Dwight Williams, Blue Grass; her sons Terry Pribble, Davenport; Chad Strawhacker, Davenport; Todd Strawhacker, Davenport; 4 grandchildren (Cody and Zach Pribble, Ryan and Maddalyn Strawhacker); 2 great-grandchildren (Peyton and Atlas Pribble) as well as many nieces and nephews.

Debbie was preceded in death by her parents Dwight and Betty Williams, her brother Bruce Williams, and son Jay Pribble.