Molly Ann Hufsey

Molly Ann Hufsey, 98, of Bettendorf, Iowa formerly a long-time resident of Eldorado, Illinois, died Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at the Kahl Home, Davenport.

Visitation service to celebrate Mrs. Hufsey’s life will be held from 11:30 to 12:30 with the funeral service to begin at 12:30 on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at Gospel Assembly Church, 1401 Mahoney Street, Eldorado, Illinois. Keeping with her wishes, cremation has taken place.

Molly Ann Grounds was born on April 19, 1928, Cave-In-Rock, Illinois, a daughter of Jolly and Gertie (Cruise) Grounds. She was united in marriage to Herman Hufsey on April 20, 1946. Herman and Molly owned and operated Hufsey’s Café and Grocery Store which also evolved into a Gas and Feed Store as well. Following the sale of their businesses, Molly went to work at a nursing home in Rosiclare, Illinois as their dietary manager. She had an incredible work ethic.

Molly took great pride in her award-winning flower garden, pouring countless hours of love and care into creating something beautiful. She read the Bible cover to cover multiple times and was a devoted and active member of Gospel Assembly, where her faith and love for others were evident. Above all, she treasured her grandchildren and cherished the time she spent with them, especially playing trains and making memories together. She also had a special love for her animals, including her beloved dog, Gizmo, who brought her great joy and companionship.

Those left to honor Molly’s memory are her children: Keith (Kim) Hufsey, Bettendorf, Iowa and Annette (Bill) Cooper, Eldorado, Illinois; grandchildren: Kareicia (Curtis) Driscoll, Bettendorf, and Jared (Amanda) Cooper, Eldorado; great-grandchildren: Joshua, Zachary, Atalissa, Alyvia, Ryder, Hogan, Lillian; great-great grandson, Crue; a sister, Wilmeta Little, great-nephew and great-niece, John Grounds and Theresa Wolf.

In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by a special nephew and his wife, John (Cathy) Grounds, her parents, and siblings, Gordon, Lowell, and Jolly (Jr.) Grounds.