Ivanelle “Nelle” M. Stone, 103, of Guttenberg, Iowa passed away peacefully on Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026.
Visitation was Thursday, Oct. 22, at Morris Funeral Home in Guttenberg and before services at the church.
Funeral services were Friday, Oct. 23, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Guttenberg, conducted by Pastor Mike Ashman.
Burial was at Communia Cemetery near Elkader.
Ivanelle was born on July 20, 1923, the daughter of Matthew W. and Anna M. (Wentz) Miller. She grew up in Northeast Iowa and attended Elkport High School.
On June 24, 1941, Ivanelle was united in marriage Harold Witham. He passed away in 1994. She later married Cecil Stone at Trinity Lutheran Church in Cedar Rapids on Nov. 23, 1974. Together, they built a life centered on family and shared many years of marriage until Cecil preceded her in death in 2011.
Ivanelle worked as a factory laborer throughout her working years before retiring in 1982. She was a hardworking woman who valued her family and the life they built together. Her faith was also an important part of her life, and she was affiliated with the Lutheran church.
Family was a special part of Ivanelle’s life. She is survived by her children, Glen Witham, Patti (Terry) Drexler, Cathy Sutherland; 13 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren and 15 great-great-grandchildren who all brought joy to her life.
She was preceded in death by her husbands, Harold Witham and Cecil Stone; her parents; son, Terry Witham; infant daughter, Linda Witham; daughter-in-law, Donna Witham; great-granddaughters, Sage Witham and Brandi Witham; siblings, Lawrence Miller, Christopher “Joe” (Cleva) Miller, Willis (Marjorie) Miller, Lowell Miller; and several in-laws.
Ivanelle will be remembered by her family for the life she lived, the memories they shared, and the lasting place she holds in their hearts. Her memory will continue to be cherished by all who knew and loved her.
The family would like to thank the staff at Guttenberg Care Center and St. Croix Hospice for their compassionate care.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.kramer-morrisfuneralhome.com.
