Irma Mae Neiber, 87, of Elwood, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at Clover Ridge Place in Maquoketa, Iowa.

Irma Mae Waters was born on March 29, 1938 in Lowden, Iowa, to Charles and Grace (Osgood) Waters.  She was a graduate of Lost Nation High School.  She married Edward James “Ed” Neiber on June 13, 1959 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Lost Nation, Iowa.  Four children were born to this union, Kimberly, Kelleen, Mitchell, and Matthew.

Before settling into her role as a devoted housewife and mother, Irma worked at RonAnn’s Floral Shoppe and Clinton Engines in Maquoketa. She seamlessly transitioned to managing the household and serving as the bookkeeper for Ed’s Tractor Repair, a role she held for over four decades. Her meticulous attention to detail and steadfast work ethic were the backbone of the family business from 1973 until 2016.

Irma’s commitment to her faith and community was evident in her membership at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Maquoketa. She extended her caring spirit to others as a volunteer with Meals On Wheels and as a member of the Jackson County Public Hospital Ladies Auxiliary. Irma also demonstrated her support as an avid supporter of the Maquoketa Athletic Booster Club.

In her leisure time, Irma found joy in the simple pleasures of life. She was an accomplished crocheter, creating beautiful pieces for her loved ones. Her green thumb was evident in her passion for flowering and meticulous care of her yard. Irma cherished the time spent with family and friends, and her presence brought warmth and laughter to every gathering.

Those left to honor her memory include children Kimberly (Len) Bryan of Rochester, MN, Kelleen “Kelly” Neiber of Washington, IA, and Matthew “Matt” (Jodi) Neiber of Eldridge, IA; daughter-in-law, Jennifer Neiber of Omaha, NE; 6 grandchildren, Michael Bryan of Rochester, MN, Andrew (fiancé Kara) Bryan of Leavenworth, WA, Samantha and Maxwell Neiber of Omaha, NE, Brennan Neiber of The Woodlands, TX, and Jayda Neiber of Eldridge, IA; great-grandson, Malcolm Neiber of Omaha, NE; sisters, Connie Nissen of Bernard, IA, and Dorothy Eggert of Monticello, IA; and a special nephew Rodney (Susan) Waters and family.  She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Edward on August 18, 2016, son Mitchell on December 31, 2023, brothers Charles “Chic” Waters and Eddie Waters, and sisters Dona Stender, Sandra McCombs, Jeannette Knuth, and Wanita Sheldon.

A gathering of family and friends celebrating Irma’s life will be held from 4 to 6 P.M., Friday, November 28, 2025, in “The Bistro” at the Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa.  A private graveside service and burial will be held at the Elwood, Iowa Cemetery.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorials may be made to the Sacred Heart School, Hospice of Jackson County, or Camp Courageous of Iowa.

Online condolences may be left at www.CarsonAndSon.com.