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1936
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2023
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Myrna Holmes Obituary
She was born Aug. 20, 1936, in Mt. Zion, Iowa, the daughter of Max and Tina Ewing. Myrna married Robert McCarty on Feb. 27, 1953. They divorced. She later was united in marriage with Laverne "Stub" Holmes on July 16, 1977. He survives.
Myrna had been employed at several businesses in the area including, Green Gables, Ed's Tap, Corner Cove, Sheaffer Pen, and Kings Daughters and Sons Retirement Home.
Myrna enjoyed life on the farm with her husband Stub since 1972. Over the years they raised horses, pigs, cows, miniature mules, miniature horses, and ducks. She loved camping and horseback riding, baking, flower gardening and watching wildlife. Most of all, she treasured the time she spent with her family and friends, and her beloved pet dog, Maggie.
Other survivors include one son Jerry McCarty (Janice) of Donnellson; her son-in-law Tim LeMatty of Montrose, and her sister-in-law Janet Ewing of Lenexa, Kansas; five grandchildren: Jeremy McCarty (April), Jaime Mueller (Jason), Jared McCarty (Selah), Timmy LeMatty, and Tammy Robbins (Scott); 18 great-grandchildren: Ariel LeMatty (Jason), Timothy LeMatty III (Erika), Ty LeMatty (Paige), Dalton Robbins, Cole Robbins, Cody McCarty (Carrie), Canyon McCarty (Kala), Maverick McCarty (Emily), Julianna McCarty, Jacob McCarty, Skylar Guthrie, Jaylen Brodry, Josie Mueller, Jayden Mueller, Jaxson Mueller, Grace McCarty, Emry McCarty, and Wesley McCarty; and two great-great-granddaughters, Abigail and Ember LeMatty.
She was preceded in death by her parents; one daughter Debra LeMatty; one son Danny Joe McCarty; and one brother Melvin Ewing.
According to her wishes, she was cremated and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Memorials may be made to PAW Animal Shelter, 2031 48th St., Fort Madison, IA 52627.
Vigen Memorial Home in Keokuk is assisting the family with arrangements.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.vigenmemorialhome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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