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Find Lensing Funeral Home Obituaries, Service Times and Contact Information
Looking for a recent obituary from Lensing Funeral & Cremation Service? Start with the funeral home’s official obituary directory, open the individual memorial, and confirm current funeral or visitation arrangements. This guide also covers both Lensing locations, Iowa death certificates, local cemetery records and Johnson County funeral assistance.
Reviewed October 14, 2026 • Independent information guide • Not operated by Lensing Funeral & Cremation Service
Quick Answer: Where Can I Find Recent Lensing Obituaries?
Lensing Obituaries
Search Lensing Funeral & Cremation Service’s obituary directory for recently published memorials and older notices.
Individual Memorial
Open the person’s obituary to review available service events, family-approved memorial instructions and the tribute wall.
Iowa City & Coralville
Lensing operates locations on Kirkwood Avenue in Iowa City and Holiday Road in Coralville.
How to Search Lensing Funeral Home Recent Obituaries
The official Lensing website has a “Find your loved one” obituary directory. Start there rather than relying on a copied obituary, social media post or search-engine preview.
Memorial Tribute Walls and Service Updates
Lensing’s individual obituary pages can include an Events section and a Tribute Wall where family and friends share memories. Some memorial pages also offer tribute notifications.
Tribute Wall
Open the correct person’s memorial to share an appropriate condolence or memory if that option is enabled.
Memorial Notifications
Some individual pages provide notifications about tribute-wall activity or related memorial information. Review the page’s own controls and preferences.
Do not include private addresses, account numbers, medical information or family disputes in a public tribute message.
Lensing Funeral Home Locations, Addresses and Phone Numbers
Lensing operates two locations serving Iowa City and Coralville. Check the exact address on the person’s obituary because these facilities are not interchangeable.
Lensing Funeral & Cremation Service
605 Kirkwood Avenue
Iowa City, IA 52240
Telephone:
319-338-8171
Use this number for service questions or information related to the Iowa City facility.
View Iowa City directions →Lensing’s Oak Hill
210 Holiday Road
Coralville, IA 52241
Telephone:
319-351-9362
Use this number when the obituary identifies Lensing’s Oak Hill as the service location.
View Coralville directions →Before visiting either location
- Check which Lensing location is named in the obituary.
- Confirm the service or visitation start time.
- Ask whether the service is public or private.
- Verify parking and accessible entrances if needed.
- Check whether the cemetery or reception has a different address.
- Call before leaving if travel is involved or the arrangements may have changed.
How to Confirm Funeral, Visitation and Cemetery Details
Not every Lensing obituary has the same type of ceremony. A family may choose visitation, a memorial service, a graveside ceremony, cremation, private burial or another arrangement.
Service time
Confirm the date and time of each event. Visitation and funeral times can be different.
Correct venue
The ceremony may take place at either Lensing facility, a church, another venue or a cemetery.
Public or private
Check whether the family has invited public attendance or chosen a private gathering.
Burial or cremation
Do not assume the cemetery or burial time is public. Some memorials describe private interment.
Memorial donations
Follow the family’s published instructions and confirm the charity before donating.
Condolences
Use the memorial’s approved tribute feature when available, and keep personal information private.
Search Iowa City, Coralville and Nearby Communities
Lensing obituaries can describe people associated with Iowa City, Coralville or surrounding areas. A person’s home, medical facility, funeral service and final burial place may be in different towns.
Iowa City
Search Iowa City, University Heights and familiar local church, school or neighborhood references.
Coralville
Search Coralville and the Oak Hill funeral location when the memorial points to a Coralville gathering.
North Liberty and Tiffin
Try these nearby communities when a person lived outside the two main Lensing locations.
Solon and surrounding areas
Use known Johnson County connections such as Solon, Hills, Lone Tree or Oxford.
Cedar Rapids and nearby counties
Expand the search when the person had connections to Linn, Washington, Iowa or Cedar County.
University of Iowa connections
For older notices, search professional, alumni, student or institutional information alongside the person’s name.
Funeral, Cremation and Memorial Services at Lensing
Lensing’s official service-planning guide explains decisions about how to honor a person’s life and whether the family chooses burial, cremation or another permitted arrangement.
Funeral and memorial services
Families can discuss a formal or informal gathering, including ceremonies at a funeral-home facility or another suitable location.
Burial arrangements
Options may involve selecting a casket, cemetery, vault or mausoleum and coordinating the interment.
Cremation arrangements
Families can discuss urn selection, memorial services and burial, entombment or scattering where permitted.
Personalized ceremonies
Lensing describes incorporating music, readings, art and other meaningful elements based on family preferences.
How to Obtain an Iowa Death Certificate
A Lensing obituary is a public memorial notice. Banks, courts, insurers, estates and other organizations may require a certified Iowa death certificate instead.
$20 per copy
Iowa raised its certified vital-record fee to $20 on July 1, 2026.
The state retains the $20 search fee if it does not find the requested record.
VitalChek
Iowa Health and Human Services lists VitalChek as its only authorized third-party vendor for online and telephone vital-record orders.
Additional vendor and delivery fees apply.
Johnson County Recorder — Vital Records
913 South Dubuque Street
Iowa City, IA 52240-4273
VitalChek telephone ordering:
866-809-0290
Johnson County maintains death records beginning in 1880, subject to record-year and entitlement rules.
Which Iowa office should you use?
| Death-record period | Official route | Important detail |
|---|---|---|
| 1954 to present | Any Iowa county recorder | Johnson County says eligible Iowa death certificates from this period can be issued in any county. |
| 1880–1953 | County where the death occurred | Johnson County directs applicants to the original county for older records. |
| 1921–1941 | Iowa Health and Human Services | Johnson County specifically refers applicants to the state for death records from these years. |
| Before July 1, 1880 | Historical and genealogy sources | Iowa HHS does not hold official statewide vital records for events before state registration began. |
Who can request a recent certified death record?
Iowa restricts certified death certificates to entitled applicants. Johnson County lists eligible close family relationships and funeral homes, subject to the state’s required proof of entitlement and identification.
Examples of eligible family relationships can include parents, children, spouses, siblings and grandparents. Other legally authorized parties may need additional documentation.
Mail-order checklist
- Complete the Iowa death-record application.
- Have the application notarized.
- Include a clear copy of current government-issued photo identification.
- Provide proof of entitlement when required.
- Include the current $20 certified-copy fee.
- Mail the package to the correct recorder or state office for the record year.
For national guidance, see the death certificate and vital records guide.
Find Older Lensing and Iowa City Obituaries
If the obituary is no longer easy to find on the funeral-home website, Iowa City Public Library has several research tools that can help locate older newspaper notices.
Historical Iowa City Newspapers
The library provides unrestricted full-image access to local newspapers from this period, including early Iowa City Press-Citizen predecessor titles.
Iowa City Press-Citizen Images
The library lists full-page newspaper images beginning November 1, 1920. This resource requires an eligible resident library card and has a one-week embargo on the newest content.
Local News Index
The library indexes local publications including the Press-Citizen and The Daily Iowan, helping researchers locate articles and notices.
ProQuest Historical Newspapers
The library lists image-based Iowa City Press-Citizen coverage beginning January 2, 1965. Access conditions depend on the resource and library-card eligibility.
How to research an older obituary
Local Cemetery Records: Iowa City and Coralville
Cemetery records may provide burial information that is not included in an obituary. Two local municipal cemetery resources are especially useful.
Oakland Cemetery
1000 Brown Street
Iowa City, IA
Phone: 319-356-5105
Grounds: Daily, 7 a.m.–9 p.m.
Office: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
The City of Iowa City provides an online grave-location map and burial-record database. Search by name and select a gravesite for available information.
Oak Hill Cemetery
1290 1st Avenue
Coralville, IA 52241
City Hall: 319-248-1700
The City of Coralville maintains cemetery records and handles burial arrangements, plot information and related questions.
Remember: this is the cemetery, not Lensing’s Oak Hill funeral facility.
Oakland Cemetery’s online grave database
Oak Hill Cemetery’s published plot charges
| Coralville cemetery item | Listed charge |
|---|---|
| Plot — Coralville resident | $550 |
| Plot — nonresident | $825 |
| Grave marking | $25 |
| Monument marking | $25 |
| Plot ownership transfer | $25 |
These are the City’s currently published cemetery charges, not a complete funeral or burial quote. Ask Coralville about other burial expenses and current conditions.
Coralville Oak Hill Cemetery — Official Fees → Current plot, grave marking, monument and transfer charges.Johnson County Funeral and Cremation Assistance
Johnson County General Assistance offers burial and cremation assistance for some eligible county residents with limited resources.
Up to $2,200
The county’s published maximum for eligible funeral-service expenses associated with cremation.
Up to $3,200
The county’s published maximum for qualifying burial-related funeral-service expenses.
Up to $1,000
Additional assistance may be available for certain plot, grave-opening and closing expenses.
2026 funeral-assistance income guidelines
For funeral assistance, Johnson County’s published 2026 guidelines use 175% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.
| Household size | 2026 monthly guideline |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $2,328 |
| 2 people | $3,156 |
| 3 people | $3,984 |
| 4 people | $4,813 |
Eligibility also depends on resources and other program rules. The county has additional household-size guidelines.
Expenses that may remain the family’s responsibility
- Flowers and printed materials.
- Clergy or music honorariums.
- Limousines and family cars.
- Meals, luncheon or reception costs.
- Certified death-certificate copies.
- Services or charges outside the approved program terms.
Johnson County General Assistance office
Health & Human Services Building
855 South Dubuque Street, Suite 202B
Iowa City, IA 52240
Telephone: 319-356-6090
Office hours: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
How to ask for funeral assistance
Johnson County Veterans Burial and Cremation Benefits
Johnson County Veterans Affairs has a separate temporary emergency assistance policy that can help with eligible veterans’ and qualifying dependents’ burial or cremation expenses.
Up to $3,200
Maximum eligible burial-related funeral-service assistance.
Up to $2,200
Maximum eligible cremation-related funeral-service assistance.
Up to $1,000
Additional eligible cemetery expenses, subject to policy rules.
How the veterans program works
- The family contacts Veterans Affairs before signing an assisted funeral agreement.
- Staff review eligibility, resources, service-related documentation and program requirements.
- The authorized applicant and funeral director complete the applicable agreement.
- The funeral home submits an itemized invoice to Johnson County Veterans Affairs.
- Eligible approved assistance is paid directly to the funeral home, not automatically to the family.
- Other available funds and benefits can affect the amount the county pays.
Johnson County Veterans Affairs
855 South Dubuque Street
Suites B & C, Box 15
Iowa City, IA 52240
Telephone: 319-356-6049
Hours: Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–4 p.m., by appointment.
The county advises applicants to prepare DD-214 discharge documentation and other required financial or eligibility records.
Veterans cemetery options
Depending on eligibility, families may consider Iowa Veterans Cemetery near Van Meter, Keokuk National Cemetery or other permitted national or state veterans cemetery options.
Iowa Veterans Cemetery
34024 Veterans Memorial Drive
Adel, IA 50003
Telephone: 515-727-3444
The VA lists this state-operated cemetery as open for eligible new burials. State cemetery rules may differ from those of VA-operated national cemeteries.
Funeral Costs and Your Consumer Rights
A funeral-home service list does not establish one current price for every arrangement. Lensing has had published price lists for earlier periods, but older prices should not be treated as a current quote.
Ask for itemized pricing
Request the current General Price List and ask how selected services and merchandise are charged.
Compare burial and cremation
Ask about transportation, care of remains, services, containers, cemetery fees and other costs.
Check third-party charges
Newspaper notices, cemetery interment, grave markers, flowers and clergy fees may be separate.
Keep a written estimate
Ask which goods and services are required, optional or charged by an outside provider.
Verify an Iowa Funeral Director or Funeral Establishment
Iowa’s Board of Mortuary Science oversees licensing of funeral directors and regulation of funeral and cremation establishments through the Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing.
How to verify a provider
Iowa Board of Mortuary Science contact: 515-281-0254
Iowa Mortuary Science — Licensure and Verification → Official funeral director and funeral-establishment regulation.What If You Cannot Find a Lensing Obituary?
Try another name
Search nicknames, initials, maiden names and spelling variations.
Check a wider period
The family may publish the notice after the death or after services are arranged.
Check another funeral home
Not every Iowa City or Coralville family uses Lensing.
Search newspapers
Try Iowa City Press-Citizen, local archives and the Iowa City Public Library’s indexes.
Look at nearby communities
Search North Liberty, Solon, Tiffin or the person’s known hometown.
Respect private services
Some families choose private arrangements or no publicly accessible obituary.
After You Find the Obituary: Next Steps
- Save the original Lensing obituary link.
- Confirm the correct person using more than the name alone.
- Check whether the service is at the Iowa City or Coralville Lensing location.
- Verify the funeral-home and cemetery addresses separately.
- Follow the family’s flower, donation and condolence instructions.
- Ask financial institutions whether they require a certified Iowa death certificate.
- Contact Johnson County before making arrangements that depend on public funeral assistance.
- Check veteran eligibility and county approval before signing assisted funeral agreements.
- Ask the funeral director whether Social Security death reporting was handled.
- Keep certified records, receipts and financial information private.
For a broader list, see the after-death notification checklist.
Lensing Funeral Home Recent Obituaries: FAQs
Where can I find Lensing Funeral Home recent obituaries?
Use the official Lensing Funeral & Cremation Service obituary directory at lensingfuneral.com/obituaries. Open the individual memorial to confirm the correct person and service details.
Where is Lensing Funeral Home in Iowa City?
Lensing Funeral & Cremation Service is located at 605 Kirkwood Avenue, Iowa City, IA 52240. Its phone number is 319-338-8171.
Does Lensing have a funeral-home location in Coralville?
Yes. Lensing’s Oak Hill is located at 210 Holiday Road, Coralville, IA 52241. Its phone number is 319-351-9362.
Is Lensing’s Oak Hill the same as Oak Hill Cemetery?
No. Lensing’s Oak Hill funeral location is at 210 Holiday Road. Coralville’s municipal Oak Hill Cemetery is at 1290 1st Avenue. Confirm the correct address before travelling.
How do I confirm funeral and visitation times?
Open the individual Lensing memorial and check the Events or funeral-service information. Call the handling location when times or addresses are unclear.
Can I leave a condolence on a Lensing obituary?
Some Lensing memorial pages provide a Tribute Wall for sharing condolences or memories. Follow the memorial’s instructions and avoid posting private information.
Does Lensing offer burial and cremation arrangements?
Yes. Its official service-planning information discusses funeral gatherings, burial and cremation choices, cemetery arrangements and personalized ceremonies.
How much is an Iowa death certificate in 2026?
Iowa’s certified death-record fee is $20 per copy following the July 1, 2026 increase. Online or telephone ordering through VitalChek adds service fees.
Can anyone request a certified Iowa death certificate?
No. Iowa requires an entitled applicant with appropriate identification and relationship or legal authority documentation. Johnson County lists close family relationships and other authorized requesters.
How can I find an older Iowa City obituary?
Iowa City Public Library provides historical newspapers from 1840–1930, Iowa City Press-Citizen image archives and a Local News Index for locating older notices.
Can I search graves at Oakland Cemetery in Iowa City?
Yes. The City of Iowa City provides an online Oakland Cemetery map and grave database with name-search functionality. The city warns that data may still contain errors.
How much does a plot cost at Oak Hill Cemetery in Coralville?
Coralville currently lists $550 per plot for residents and $825 for nonresidents. Other cemetery charges and conditions may apply.
Does Johnson County provide funeral or cremation assistance?
Yes. For eligible residents, Johnson County General Assistance lists maximum benefits of $2,200 for cremation, $3,200 for burial and up to $1,000 for eligible cemetery expenses. Eligibility rules apply.
Does Johnson County help veterans pay burial expenses?
Yes. Johnson County Veterans Affairs has a separate eligible burial and cremation assistance program. Families must contact Veterans Affairs before finalizing arrangements that depend on county assistance.
How do I verify an Iowa funeral director’s license?
Use Iowa’s Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing Mortuary Science resources. The Iowa Board of Mortuary Science oversees funeral director and establishment licensing and complaints.
What should I do if no obituary appears?
Try alternate names, a wider date range, nearby Iowa City-area communities, other funeral homes and historical newspaper archives. Families may also choose not to publish a public notice.