Lauren Story Obituary

Lauren Story
Born: October 3, 1957
Died: January 13, 2025
Lauren Story, 67, of Morrison, Illinois, formerly of DeWitt, Iowa, passed away suddenly Monday, January 13, 2025, at Morrison Community Hospital.
Lauren Bruce Story was born October 3, 1957, in DeWitt, Iowa, to Robert and Stella (Mickey) Story. He graduated from Central Community Schools in 1976. Lauren was united in marriage to Linda Ketelsen on August 4, 1978, at Grand Mound, Iowa. He worked as a meat cutter his entire working life, starting at Skeffington's in DeWitt. He and Linda raised three children.
Lauren was a member of St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Morrison. He enjoyed being on bowling and softball leagues, fishing, and spending time with his grandchildren. He was also an avid Cubs and Packers fan. Lauren never met a stranger. He could talk to and make friends with anyone, which he did all over the country.
Those left to honor his memory include his wife, Linda; children, Marsha Story of Prophetstown, IL, Mallory (Jim) Hardesty of Morrison, and Mitchell (Anna) Story of Morrison; grandchildren, Mya Lauren, Alivia, Lisa, and Vincent; a brother, Robert Story of Middleton, WI; numerous nieces, nephews, and in-laws; and his beloved dog, Wrigley.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his twin brother, Keith, an infant sister, Marcia Kay, sister, Linda Terrill, sister-in-law, Judy Story, and his beloved dog, Lambeau.
Visitation was from 2:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. Sunday, January 19, 2025, at Schultz Funeral Home, DeWitt. Additional visitation was held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, January 20, at St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Morrison, with a funeral service following at 11:00 a.m. in the church. Burial will be in Elmwood Cemetery in DeWitt.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, a cause which was dear to Lauren's heart.
Arrangements are in the care of Schultz Funeral Home, DeWitt. Condolences may be expressed at www.schultzfuneralhomes.com