Sue McDonough's obituary , Passed away on January 4, 2026 in Grinnell, Iowa

Sue McDonough

August 26, 1942 - January 4, 2026 (83 years old)

Grinnell, Iowa

Sue McDonough's obituary , Passed away on January 4, 2026 in Grinnell, Iowa

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Sue McDonough

August 26, 1942 - January 4, 2026 (83 years old)

Grinnell, Iowa

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Sue McDonough Obituary

The passing of Sue McDonough of Grinnell, Iowa, born in Sumner, Iowa leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on January 4, 2026 at the age of 83. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Leon Mahlstedt and Isabella Mahlstedt (Rohrssen); her sister Sarah Burk (Larry); her brother-in-law Joel Seegers; and her daughter-in-law Courtney McDonough.

She is survived by: her husband Howard McDonough; her sons, Brian McDonough (Eva) of Lincoln, VT, Scott McDonough (Lisa) of Iowa City, IA, Kyle McDonough of Minnetrista, MN and Bradley McDonough (Tonya) of Solon, IA; her sister Charlotte Seegers of Central City; her grandchildren, Jacob (Kira), Conor (Chandler), Mae, Walter, Ruby, Kalin and Maxwell McDonough; and her great grandchildren, Ailia and Maren McDonough.

If desired, memorial contributions may be designated to St. John's Lutheran Church.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Smith Funeral Home



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St. John Lutheran Church
1224 East St, Grinnell, IA 50112

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