Wilbur "Brett" Bretthauer's obituary , Passed away on January 2, 2026 in Cedar, Iowa

Wilbur "Brett" Bretthauer

August 7, 1935 - January 2, 2026 (90 years old)

Cedar, Iowa

Wilbur "Brett" Bretthauer's obituary , Passed away on January 2, 2026 in Cedar, Iowa

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Wilbur "Brett" Bretthauer

August 7, 1935 - January 2, 2026 (90 years old)

Cedar, Iowa

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Wilbur Bretthauer Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Wilbur Bretthauer of Cedar, Iowa, who passed away on January 2, 2026 at the age of 90. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Wilbur Bretthauer to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Louis Bretthauer and Irene Bretthauer; his wife Shirley; his siblings, Frances and Dick; his brother-in-law John; and his nibling Shawn.

He is survived by: his children, Eric (Vicky), Erin (Cal), Mark (Julie) and Lorey (Jake); his daughter-in-law Beth; his grandchildren, Andy, Alicia (Josh), Adam (Meghan), Ryan, Jordan, Erin (Ethan), Shawn Michael, Angel and Grace; and his great grandchildren, Ellie, Landon, Cale and Fletcher.

Memorial contributions may be directed in Brett's name to Faith Life Church – 8300 C Ave, Marion, IA 52302.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Cedar Memorial



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Faith Life Church

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Faith Life Church

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Jan 12

Graveside service

Cedar Memorial
4200 1st Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

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