Autumn C. Carol Thein

Autumn Carol Thein, 27, of Waterloo, Iowa, died on Wednesday, October 5, 2022, in an automobile accident in Orangeburg County, South Carolina.

She was born September 1, 1995, in Waterloo, the daughter of Charles L. Thein and Laurie L. Pierce. She graduated from East High School in 2013 and later graduated from Kaplan University with a paralegal degree.

Autumn was a Senior Claims Adjuster for Farmers Ins., formerly Bristol West Ins. Co. Previously, she worked for Conrad Law Firm as a Legal Assistant and Gainsco Ins. as an Extended Claims Handler.

She is survived by her mom, Laurie Pierce of Cedar Falls; brother, Cody (Heather) Thein of Waterloo; three sisters: Lisa (Terry Kettman) Thein, Lindsay Thein and Tara Thein, all of Waterloo; maternal grandmother, Carol Pierce of Waterloo; several uncles, aunts, nieces, and nephews; two best friends, Ajla Mujakic and Brittney Jenkins; numerous other friends from all over the country; and her beloved dog, Benji.

Autumn is preceded in death by her father, Chuck Thein; brother, Chris Thein; maternal grandfather, Charles D. Pierce, Jr.; and paternal grandparents, Lavern and Maggie Thein.

Autumn was classy and sassy; she was one of one. She loved her family and enjoyed traveling. She had a talent for writing and recording music and would share it with friends and family.

Funeral Services will be 10:30 AM, Thursday, October 20, 2022, at Locke at Tower Park, 4140 Kimball Ave.

Burial will be in the Memorial Park Cemetery, Waterloo.

Visitation will be from 4:00 to 7:00 PM, Wednesday, October 19, 2022, at Locke at Tower Park.

Memorials to the family.