Carol E. Riebkes

Carol E. Riebkes passed away on November 11, 2026, at the age of 97 under the care of Cedar Valley Hospice at the Maple Manor Village in Aplington, Iowa.

Carol was born on April 28, 1929, to William and Bertha (Phillips) Jones. She was raised by her aunt and uncle, Carl and Evelyn Patterson. She attended Parkersburg High School and graduated in 1948, an accomplishment she carried with pride throughout her life.

Carol will be remembered as a caring and loving woman who truly lived for her family. She was always there for everyone, welcoming others with warmth and kindness that made people feel at home in her presence. Her life was centered on those she loved most, and she took special pride in raising her three children on the family farm. That devotion to family became one of the defining gifts of her life.

She was a wonderful mother and grandmother, and to her great-grandchildren she was lovingly known as grandma or “Mimi.” Her steady love, generous spirit, and open heart left a lasting mark on her family and on all who knew her.

Carol also found happiness in life’s simple and meaningful moments. She loved fishing with Marvin in Clear Lake, and those times became treasured memories. Whether on the family farm or enjoying days at the lake, she created a life grounded in love, care, and togetherness.

Visitation will be held on November 15, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at United Reformed Church, 608 S Adams St, Wellsburg, Iowa 50680. A funeral service will be held on November 16, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at United Reformed Church, 608 S Adams St, Wellsburg, Iowa 50680.

Carol E. Riebkes will be remembered with deep love and gratitude for the kindness she shared, the family she cherished, and the welcoming presence that made so many lives better.

Carol is survived by her three children; Peggy Deberg, Kathy Riebkes, Rick (Susan) Riebkes, four grandchildren; Ryan (Mindi) Buseman, Robbyn (Tim) Diamond, Trista (Adam) Helm, Tasha (Tad) Brace, 11 great grandchildren; Anna, Kasey, Abby, Lauren, Claire, Colton, Hailey, Reagyn, Toby, Kaelyn, Kora, two great-great grandchildren; Waylon, Barret and another coming in December. She was preceded in death by her husband, Marvin, a grandson Tyson Riebkes and a step-brother, Duane Patterson.