Lorie Waugh

Lorie Waugh, of East Moline, Illinois, passed away on Friday, October 9, 2026, at the University of Iowa Hospital, with her two sons by her side. She was born on March 7, 1952, in Davenport, Iowa, to the late Estelle and Joseph (Noppe) Nastruz. Lorie was preceded in death by her loving partner of 26 years, Lee “Pa Lee” Goers, on March 25, 2024. Lorie was the definition of Iowa nice. She had a kind heart, a generous spirit, and a genuine love for helping others. She was someone everyone could count on, especially when it came to remembering birthdays and anniversaries. She was like a second mother to many children growing up on Davenport’s West End, caring for them as a babysitter and connecting with families during her years at Hy-Vee. Her warmth and kindness touched countless lives throughout her community. Lorie graduated from Assumption High School in 1970 and later earned multiple diplomas from Scott Community College. She spent many years as a stay-at-home mom before working as a cashier and pharmacy assistant at Hy-Vee. She later worked at the Arc of the Quad Cities, empowering people with disabilities, and ultimately retired after working with children at Head Start i...[more]

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t in Clinton, Iowa. Throughout her life, she found fulfillment in helping and caring for others. Lorie enjoyed traveling to visit family, sharing a good meal, scrolling through Facebook, and striking up a conversation with just about anyone. Above all, she loved spending time with her family, who meant everything to her. She is survived by her two sons, Alan (Marisa) Phillips of Rockwall, Texas, and Ian (Brenda) Waugh of East Moline, Illinois; four beloved grandchildren, Blake and Reagan Phillips, and Logan and Declyn Waugh; her siblings, Kathleen Cheek, Steven (Rhoda) Nastruz, Brian (Ellen) Nastruz, Wayne Nastruz, and Joel (Nancy) Nastruz; and many beloved nieces, nephews, and cousins. Lorie will be remembered for her kind heart, her love of people, and her gift for making others feel cared for and remembered. Her Christian faith and special love of angels were meaningful parts of her life. The love she shared and the many lives she touched will never be forgotten. May she rest in eternal peace, surrounded by the love of God and His angels. “Be kind and compassionate to one another.” — Ephesians 4:32 A Celebration of Life honoring Lorie is tentatively planned for Saturday, July 3, 2027. Additional details will be shared on social media as the date approaches.