A number of volunteers from Cedar Hills were a part of Transform Week 2026. Enjoy this highlight video.

We continue to pray for Tom and family as the grieve the passing of Marie.  Funeral services are Monday at 11am, with a visitation just prior at 10am at Cedar Hills Community Church.

OBITUARY

Clara “Marie” Couser Hill, 78, of Fairfax, passed away on Monday, September 7, 2026, in her home. Memorial Services will be held 11 a.m. Monday at Cedar Hills Community Church. Friends may visit with the family one hour prior to the service. Inurnment will take place at Czech National Cemetery. Brosh Chapel and The Avacentre are assisting the family at this time.

Marie was born on January 4, 1948, in Cedar Rapids, the daughter of William H Couser and Elizabeth A Shafer. She graduated from Central City High School and went on to receive her associate’s degree in Bookkeeping at Kirkwood, where she met her husband, Tom. She worked as the Office Manager/Bookkeeper at Krob Elevator for more than 30 years. She enjoyed participating in ladies groups at the church as well as the Veteran’s groups. She loved old westerns shows, and watching Caitlyn Clark in all of her games. She also loved to read. But her greatest joy was her family.

Clara is survived by her loving husband Tom Hill; her sister Linda Couser Joslin; daughter Renee (David) Dittmar and son Robert Hill; grandchildren Zach and Jacob Dittmar, Andrew, Dalton and Dallas Hill; and 3 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the family.

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Dear Cedar Hills family,

The many prayers offered on her behalf brought comfort and peace during her final days and continue to sustain us as we grieve. We are deeply touched by the generous charitable donations made in her memory, the cards and messages of encouragement, the meals provided, and the countless acts of service that eased our burdens during this difficult time.

Our mother cherished her faith and her church family, and we know she would have been humbled and grateful for the care and kindness shown to our family.

While our hearts continue to miss her deeply, we find comfort in knowing we do not walk this journey alone. Thank you for surrounding us with your prayers, friendship, and support. Your thoughtfulness has meant more to us than words can adequately express.

With heartfelt gratitude,

Todd and Ryan Aarhus, and Kylene, Chad and Ashleigh Dunham

Please continue to pray for the family and friends of Phyllis Baker. We celebrate that she is at rest in the arms of Jesus!  A private graveside ceremony for family will be held September 1.

Phyllis Arlene Baker, 101, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, died peacefully at her home on August 28th, 2026. A private graveside service will be held September 1st, 2026 at Cedar Memorial Park Cemetery.

Phyllis was born July 20, 1925, to Lester and Mabel (Seiler) Wilke in Carroll, Iowa. She graduated from Carroll High School and later attended Coe College in Cedar Rapids. Phyllis married Roy Jay Baker on January 25, 1954, in Carroll, Iowa. Both Phyllis and Roy were members of Cedar Hills Community Church for more than 60 years.

She enjoyed volunteering with her husband at St. Luke’s Hospital, Life Investors (TransAmerica), and Cedar Hills Community Church. Phyllis also enjoyed traveling, she had been to all 50 states along with many international destinations. She loved her family and cherished the time she spent with them.

Phyllis is survived by her daughter Susanne (Orin) Wakefield; five grandsons, two great grandchildren, and two step-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Roy, and her son David.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Cedar Hills Community Church.

Online condolences may be directed to the family at www.cedarmemorial.com under Obituaries