Doris Jean Platte, 95, of Waterloo, passed away on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at Wellspring Living Health Center at Friendship Village.

Jean was born on December 4, 1930, in Mt Vernon Township, to Jesse C. and Alice M. (Rector) Satterlee. She graduated from Teacher’s College High School in 1948. Jean married Merlyn P. Platte on July 29, 1950, in Waterloo; he preceded her in death on September 10, 2025.

Jean and Merlyn started farming in rural Waterloo in 1959, establishing Twin Rock Farm Inc in 1960. Above all, Jean was a dedicated wife for 75 years, a loving mother, and grandmother who cherished her grandchildren. She was an avid flower gardener and liked to watch the birds. She taught Sunday School at Grace United Methodist Church.

She is also preceded in death by her parents and daughter, Dorothy Kay Platte.

Jean is survived by her sons, Rodney (Diane) Platte and Randy (Ginny) Platte, both of Waterloo; 4 grandchildren, Dustin (Jennifer) Platte, Angie (Curt) Bovy, Jessica (Matt) Johnson, and Joshua (Jenna) Platte; and 9 great-grandchildren.

A memorial gathering and luncheon for Jean and Merlyn will take place on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 1:00 to 4:00PM at Locke at Tower Park, 4140 Kimball Ave, Waterloo. Private burial will take place at Garden of Memories.

Memorial contributions may be directed to Cedar Valley Hospice.

Locke at Tower Park is serving the family. Please visit lockefuneralservices.com to offer your condolences.