LaVerne John Lacina

LaVerne John Lacina obituary

LaVerne John Lacina

LaVerne Lacina Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Kruse-Phillips Funeral Home - Tama on Oct. 27, 2025.

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LaVerne John Lacina, 85, of Toledo, passed away on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at UnityPoint Health-Marshalltown Hospital. A Graveside Service will be held Thursday, October 30, 2025, at 1:00 PM at Woodlawn Cemetery in Toledo.

LaVerne was born on August 1, 1940, in Tama County, Iowa, the son of Emil and Vivian (Norris) Lacina.

He graduated from Tama High School.

LaVerne retired from Twin City Motor in Tama and worked previously at Tama Meat Packing Plant and Clifton's Grocery Store in Tama. He enjoyed yard work and tinkering in his garage and basement.

He is survived by his sister, Dixie Lacina of Toledo.

Preceding him in death were his parents; and sister, Deane Mae (Roger) Whaley.

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