Diann Sarah Arthur Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Diann Sarah Arthur of Ames, Iowa, born in Fremont, Nebraska, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on October 22, 2025 at the age of 86. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Elvie Long and Verba Carriger Long Intorn; her sister Janice Rutledge; and her sibling's children, Michael Prickrel, Patricia Rutledge Thompson and Katherine Rutledge.
She is survived by: her child Ouna Killam (Tim) of Gilbert; her grandchildren, Jason Killam (Emily) of Boone and Erica Helland (Eric) of Urbandale, Iowa; her son Rick Arthur (Hope) of Ames; her grandsons, Adam (Rachel) of Urbandale, Alex (Chelsea) of Beaverdale and Austin Arthur of Ames Iowa; her daughter Cindy Ratliff (Ron) of Gilbert; her grandchildren, Ryan of Gilbert and Nolan Ratliff of Story City; and her sisters, Nina Falconer (Jack), Linda Rogers and Nancy Long. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 28th 2025 from 9:00 AM to 9:30 AM at the CrossRoad Baptist Church (57011 US-30, Ames, IA 50010). A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, October 28th 2025 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM at the same location.
Diann struggled with Alzheimer's and was blessed to have her sister Nancy care for her in her home over the past seven years - a true expression of love and devotion.
