We are sad to announce that on January 31, 2021, at the age of 74, Bernard Featherston of Epworth, Iowa passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Joseph Featherston and Bernadine Featherston (Neyens); his stepfather Paul Hoerner (Wink); his siblings, Mary Alice Wilson, Martha Maahs, Monica Featherston and Joe Featherston; his parents-in-law, Loretta and Francis Shanahan; and his brothers-in-law, Dick Maahs, Jerry Bardon and Jack Shanahan.

He is survived by : his wife Jane Shanahan; his children, Bryan (Sarah) of Urbandale, IA and Katie (Shaun) of North Liberty, IA; his grandchildren, Paige and Drew; his siblings, Greg Featherson (Gail) of Epworth, Donna Bardon of Epworth and Rob Hoener (Laura) of Epworth; and his siblings-in-law, Barb Featherston of Dubuque, Julie Shanahan of Dubuque, Dave Wilson of Hopkinton, Bob (Becky) of Maquoketa and Mike Shanahan of Maquoketa. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and so many friends.

Social distancing will be followed, as recommended by federal and state guidelines. Face masks are required to attend.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to the Epworth Orioles semi-pro baseball team in B.J.'s name – donations will be used toward improvements to the baseball field.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Reiff Funeral Homes