| Martha Schroeder
02/06/06
Martha Schroeder, age 98, of Mason City, Iowa, formerly of Parkersburg,
Iowa, was born the daughter of Harm and Jessie (Hartema) Huesinga on
December 14, 1907, German Township, Ackley, Iowa. She received her
education at a rural country school near her home. Martha was united in
marriage with William Schroeder on April 26, 1928, in Ackley, Iowa. They
made their home on a farm near Ackley. They moved to a farm northeast of
Parkersburg in the late 1930’s and retired in 1967, when they moved to
town. Martha was a member of the First Congregational Church in
Parkersburg, where she attended the Ladies Guild for many years. She
enjoyed embroidering, crocheting and taking care of her vegetable and
flower gardens. In her earlier years she enjoyed going fishing with
William to their favorite place at Little Rainy Lake in Backus,
Minnesota. Her family especially remembers her home made bread and all
of her wonderful home cooked meals. Martha died on Thursday, January 26,
2006, at her daughter, Mary’s home in Mason City, Iowa, from
complications of pancreatic cancer. She was preceded in death by her
husband, William Schroeder on October 4, 1978; one daughter, Anna Mae
Van Hove; two grandsons, Mark and Larry Conrads; four brothers, George,
Able, Martin and Herman; and five sisters, Tina, Jenny, Jesse, Grace and
Anna. Martha is survived by one son, Bill (Madonna) Schroeder of
Parkersburg, IA; three daughters, Jessie (Robert) Wubbena of Butler
Center, Allison, IA, Dorothy (Jake) Conrads of Crestwood, IL and Mary
(Richard) Squier of Mason City, IA; nine grandchildren, thirteen great
grandchildren and four great great-grandchildren, James (Bonnie Sue) Van
Hove and their children Nathan & Kyle, Joyce (R Jay) Ennis and their
children, Heather French and children, Dillon Williams & Paije Sletten,
Chad (Michelle) French and their children, Ethan & Brianna; Stan (Thea)
Wubbena and their children, Whitney & Nicole; Lori Darling and her son,
Andrew, Julie Conrads, Janet Conrads; Jeff Squier; Peggy (Curt) Smeins
and their daughter, Bailey, Shawn (Jodi) Schroeder and their children,
Jessica, Josie and Brooklyn; one sister, Katie Stockdale of Aplington,
IA; a son-in-law, Ben (Mildred) Van Hove of Hampton, IA; and one
sister-in-law, Martha Huesinga of Hampton, IA. Funeral Services were
held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, January 30, 2006 at the First Congregational
Church with burial in Oak Hill Cemetery, both in Parkersburg, Iowa.
Officiating was Rev. Paul Schaedig. Organist was Mary Ann Simon. Jan
Johnson and Chuck Juel sang a duet of “What a Friend We Have In Jesus”.
Congregational Hymns were “The Old Rugged Cross” and “How Great Thou
Art”. Casketbearers were Stan Wubbena, James Van Hove, Jeff Squier,
Shawn Schroeder, John Schneiderman and Richard Brouwer. Memorials may be
directed to the family. Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home, Parkersburg, was
in charge of arrangements.
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| Raymond S. Daughenbaugh
02/06/06
Memorial services for Raymond S. Daughenbaugh, 83, of Greene, were held
Friday, January 27, 2006, at Reid’s Funeral Chapel, Greene, where
military rites were conducted by Tack Barnett Post 268 American Legion
of Greene. Inurnment will be in the Riverside Cemetery in Charles City
at a later date. Raymond Siegel Daughenbaugh was born August 29, 1922 in
Charles City, a son of Dale and Addie Louella (Teedy) Daughenbaugh, and
died Monday, January 23, 2006, at the Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit
in Mason City. He received his education in the Charles City Public
Schools graduating in 1941. During and following high school he worked
part-time for Harvey’s Jack Spratt Grocery, as a sales clerk and
butcher. On September 23, 1941, he enlisted in the United States Marine
Corp where he served in the Asiatic Pacific Theater from October 15,
1942 to November 27, 1944. He participated in action at Guadalcanal,
Cape Gloucester, and Paleliu. He was Honorably discharged on September
26, 1945. Raymond was united in marriage to Helen Naudine Lumsdon in
Charles City. They made their home in Charles City, where he worked at
the Oliver Tractor Works. In 1952 they moved to Ventura County,
California where he began his career as an Engineering Technician with
Pacific Missile Range at Point Mugu. During his career he was awarded 23
patents which many are still used today in both military and civilian
applications. His inventions include the seat built for one of the first
monkeys in space, an underwater demolition device, and a self inflating
life raft, to mention just a few. He retired in 1973. In 1974, Raymond
and his family moved to Greene to be close to other family members. Ever
since Raymond was a child, he had a great love for horses. While living
in California, he helped friends who were cattle ranchers, as a weekend
cowboy. Tony, his favorite Palomino stallion, placed second at the
California State Fair. Later he acquired his pride and joy, Adios Judy,
a registered quarter horse. He and Judy were considered one of the best
heeling roping teams around. His retirement hobbies were raising ponies,
and designing and building sleighs and buggies. He also enjoyed going to
horse sales throughout the mid west. Living family members include his
loving wife of 60 years, Naudine of Greene, two daughters: Susan Kay
(Gary) Koehler of Rochester, MN, Lou Ann (Gary) Gibson of Greene; one
son: Glen Ray Daughenbaugh of Mason City, three grandchildren: Casey Ray
Daughenbaugh, Lee Patrick Daughenbaugh, and Adeline Jane Gibson; one
brother: Fay Calvin Daughenbaugh of Salinas, CA. He was preceded in
death by his parents and one brother: Glen Daughenbaugh. Those planning
an expression of sympathy may direct memorials to the family. Reid’s
Funeral Chapel was in charge of arrangements.
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Lavola Grace Sessler
02/06/06
Lavola Grace Sessler, age 77, of Parkersburg, Iowa, was born the
daughter of Henry G. and Lilly (Harris) Maifeld on May 12, 1928, on a
farm near Ackley, Iowa. She lived near the Washington Reformed Church,
where she attended church and rural country school nearby. Lavola
graduated from the Dumont High School in 1945. She continued her
education at the Iowa State Teachers College in Cedar Falls, Iowa and
then the Wartburg College in Waverly, Iowa. She taught at a rural
country school close to home for 2 ½ years and later taught the 5th
grade at the Jubilee School south of La Porte City, Iowa. Lavola was
united in marriage with Art Sessler on August 14, 1948, at the Dumont
Reformed Church, Dumont, Iowa. They made their home on a farm north of
Aplington, where they worked hard and saved to buy Arts parents farm in
1962, and continued to farm until retirement. Lavola was a member of the
Bethel Reformed Church, until they moved to Parkersburg and transferred
to the Hope Reformed Church. She taught Sunday School, Catechism, Bible
School and enjoyed going to women’s groups at church. Through the years
Lavola and Art enjoyed traveling across most of the United States,
including Hawaii and Alaska. In her spare time she enjoyed gardening,
canning, reading, playing the piano and listening to music. The family
usually made it up to Minnesota fishing every summer. Lavola was an
excellent cook. Her homemade rolls and cookies were the best. She
especially liked spending time with her kids and grandkids and kept in
touch with them daily. She was best known for her wonderful smile and
warm caring way towards others. On Saturday, January 28, 2006, Lavola
passed on at the Allison Care Center in Allison, Iowa, of natural
causes. She was preceded in death by one brother, Merwyn Maifeld and her
parents, Henry and Lilly Maifeld. Lavola is survived by her husband, Art
Sessler of Parkersburg, IA; one son, Dennis (Teresa) Sessler of
Aplington, IA; two daughters, Marilyn (Ken) Wyant of Waterloo, IA and
Bonnie (special friend, Cindy Forsyth) Sessler of Janesville, IA; six
grandchildren, Dawn Peyton, Brad Wyant, Jennifer, Angela, Sarah and
Jason Sessler; two great grandchildren, Joshua and Hannah Peyton; two
brothers, Lloyd (special friend, Luella Smith) Maifeld of Hampton, IA
and Norman Maifeld of Iowa Falls, IA Funeral Services were held at 10:30
a.m., Wednesday, February 1, 2006, at Hope Reformed Church, Parkersburg,
Iowa with Rev. Neal Ooms officiating. Organist was Cathy Meyer. A duet
of Trent and Rita Gerdes sang “Amazing Grace” and “One Day at a Time”.
Congregational Hymns were “In The Garden” and “The Old Rugged Cross”.
Casketbearers were Dwayne Sessler, Al Schmeidel, Kenny Seehusen, Steven
Peyton, Steve Haugstad and Bradley Wyant. Interment was in Bethel
Reformed Cemetery, rural Aplington, Iowa. Redman-Schwartz Funeral
Chapel, Aplington, was in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be
directed to the family or the American Diabetes Association.
| Caroline Irene Johnson
02/06/06
Caroline Irene Johnson, age 71, of Aplington, Iowa, was born the
daughter of Wesley and Ethel (Garton) Blum on May 29, 1934, on a farm
west of Cedar Falls, Iowa. In 1937 her father, Wesley died and the
family moved to Detroit, Michigan. She received her education and
graduated from high school in Detroit. In 1952 she moved back to Iowa
and lived in Cedar Falls, where Caroline worked for Wagner Manufacturing
and also was a baby sitter for the Bolser family. Caroline Blum was
united in marriage with Walter Johnson on November 7, 1954, at the
Bethel Lutheran Church in Parkersburg, Iowa. They made their home on
Walter’s family farm, where they currently live. Caroline helped with a
lot of the farming, the livestock and enjoyed driving the tractor
occasionally. In 1980 Caroline became a Certified Nurses Assistant and
worked for Maple Manor Care Center in Aplington for approximately 10
years. She was known as a very hard worker and was a cancer survivor for
22 years. Caroline was a member of the Faith Lutheran Church in
Parkersburg, where she taught Sunday School and was active in the Ladies
Circle for many years. She loved being apart of her children’s
activities and was a 4-H leader for many years, she helped with judging
at the Grundy County Fair exhibits until last year and helped the Grundy
County Cattlemen which included the Iowa State Fair. Caroline was a
wonderful cook, baker and her family especially enjoyed her potato salad
and cinnamon rolls she made. Above all, she was a loving wife of 51
years, mother and grandmother. She loved her family very much and
enjoyed playing cards with her family, friends and neighbors. Caroline
died Thursday, January 26, 2006, at the Cedar Valley Hospice Home in
Waterloo, Iowa, from complications of cancer. She was preceded in death
by one daughter, Linda at two months of age; her parents, Wesley and
Ethel Blum; three brothers, Wesley in infancy, and Harold and William
Blum. Caroline is survived by her husband, Walter Johnson of Aplington,
IA; three sons, Glenn (Carol) Johnson of Parkersburg, IA, Dale (Tracy)
Johnson of Geneva, IA and Lynn (Kris) Johnson of Ackley, IA; three
daughters, Mary (Vance) Reints of Aplington, IA, Elaine (Gerald)
Droppert of Lynnville, IA and Sally (Erik) Eggland of Ankeny, IA; 16
grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren, Linda (Randy) Berends and their
daughter, Abby, Jennifer (Steve) Long, Andrew Johnson; Jeremy Reints,
Jared (Britt) Reints and their children, Devin and Emma and Joel
(Brandy) Reints; Justin Droppert and Carrie (Ryan) Mortvedt; Lillie,
Hannah & Sam Johnson; Jacob, Jami & Jodi Johnson; and Anna & Evan
Eggland; two brothers, Robert Blum of Cedar Falls, IA and Roger (Ruth)
Blum of Verdale, WA; one sister, Ethel Abkes of Cedar Falls, IA; and one
sister-in-law, Irene Blum of Cedar Falls, IA. Funeral Services were held
at 1:30 p.m., Monday, January 30, 2006 at the Faith Lutheran Church in
Parkersburg, Iowa with Rev. Daniel J. Larson officiating. Organist was
Bernita Nicklaus. Soloist Dale Boelman sang “In the Garden” and “One Day
at a Time”. Special Music was “Somebody’s Hero” by Jamie O’Neal.
Congregational Hymn was “Amazing Grace”. Honorary Casketbearers were
Jacob Johnson, Sam Johnson, Steve Long, Ryan Mortvedt and Evan Eggland.
Casketbearers were Justin Droppert, Jeremy Reints, Jared Reints, Joel
Reints, Andrew Johnson and Randy Berends. Interment was in Oak Hill
Cemetery, Parkersburg, Iowa. Memorials may be directed to Cedar Valley
Hospice, Breast Cancer Awareness or to the family. Redman-Schwartz
Funeral Chapel, Aplington, was in charge of arrangements.
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| Andrew Leonard Kadous
02/06/06
Andrew Leonard Kadous, age 82, of Parkersburg, Iowa, was born the son of
Anton and Johanna (Bronsema) Kadous on April 4, 1923, near Aplington,
Iowa. He received his education and graduated from Parkersburg High
School. Andy served in the United States Navy from June 27, 1942, until
December 8, 1945, during World War II. He served in the Pacific. Andrew
was united in marriage with Junas Eilers on February 26, 1947, at the
Bethel Lutheran Church in Parkersburg. They made their home in
Parkersburg and lived there their entire marriage. Andy was a manager of
the Iowa Public Service, now known as MidAmerican Energy. He began
working as a lineman and worked his way up to management. He was
employed with the company for 30 years. Andy was a member of the Faith
Lutheran Church in Parkersburg, where he served as a councilman, an
usher, and on the Building Committee. He chaired the Butler County
Conservation Board for 20 years, was a past Rotarian, and a longtime
member of the Parkersburg Chamber of Commerce. He also chaired the REAP
Program for Butler County. Andy loved to spend time outdoors and enjoyed
hunting and fishing. Andy died Saturday, January 28, 2006, at the Allen
Memorial Hospital in Waterloo, Iowa, of natural causes. He was preceded
in death by a son, James Kadous; his parents, Anton and Johanna Kadous;
and one sister, Delores Cashatt. Andy is survived by his wife, Junas, of
Parkersburg, IA; a granddaughter, Lisa, of Washington, DC; two sisters,
Harmena (Walter) Schell of Parkersburg, IA, and Linda Workman of Maine;
and one brother, Bill Kadous, of Clarksville, IA. Funeral Services were
held at 1:30 p.m., Wednesday, February 1, 2006 at the Faith Lutheran
Church, Parkersburg, Iowa with Rev. Daniel J. Larsen officiating.
Organist was Bernita Nicklaus. Soloist Tom Teeple sang “How Great Thou
Art”. Congregational Hymns were “I’m But a Stranger Here” and “Abide
With Me”. Casketbearers were Mitchell Cashatt, Tim Cashatt, Daniel
Schell, Joseph Schell, Randy Schell and Robert Schell. Military Rites
were provided by Aplington Amvets Post #102. Interment was in Oak Hill
Cemetery, Parkersburg, Iowa. Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home, Parkersburg,
was in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be directed to the family.
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Brandon Keith Ayers
02/06/06
Brandon Keith Ayers, 21, of Dumont, Iowa, went home to Jesus on January
26, 2006, at the Franklin General Hospital in Hampton, Iowa. He was born
August 25, 1984, in Mason City, Iowa, to Brian and Denise (Collins)
Ayers. Brandon graduated from the Sheffield High School. He worked side
by side doing construction with his grandfather Richard Collins. We will
always have reminders of Brandon and Grandpa’s hard work all over Butler
County. Brandon enjoyed boating, fishing, snowmobiling, motorcycles,
especially Harley’s and he enjoyed driving his car. He was also very
proud that he had his Black Belt in Taekwondo. Brandon was a very
special person. He was very loyal to his friends and he loved his
family, he would never end a phone conversation or leave without telling
his family that he loved them and giving them a hug. Brandon came to
know the Lord Jesus Christ in April of 1999, while attending Gospel
Meetings in Aredale. Brandon will be missed every single day by his
family that loved him so very much; his mother Denise & husband Troy
Duryee and sister Tara of Alden, father Brian Ayers of Dumont, maternal
grandparents Richard & wife Cheryl Collins of Dumont, paternal
grandparents Kenneth & wife Sheryl Ayers of Bristow, uncle David Ayers
of Bristow, uncle Jamey Ayers of Bristow, aunt Tami Howey of Bristow,
aunt Doreen Price of Mukwonago, Wisconsin, maternal great grandparents
Haldon & wife Ollie Collins of Dumont, paternal great grandmother
Shirley Hansen of Aredale. He was preceded in death by his maternal
great grandparents, and paternal great grandparents. Funeral services
were held at 1:30 p.m. on Monday January 30, 2006 at the Dumont Reformed
Church with Allan Christopherson and Rev. Robert Scholten officiating.
Music was provided by organist, Jim Siebrands, and songs “Held” by
Natalie Grant, “Homesick” by Mercy Me, “Go Rest High” by Vince Gill, and
“Just Beyond The River Jordan” and “I Can Only Imagine” by Mercy Me.
Pallbearers were Gary Price, David Ayers, Jamey Ayers, Kurt Lewis,
Nicholas Price and Dustin Ayers. Final resting place was in the Dumont
Cemetery with Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Posted on 02/07/2006 by Gene Manning
| Edna Mathilda Edeker
02/13/06
Edna Mathilda Edeker, 90, of Allison, Iowa, passed away January 31,
2006, at the Allison Health Care Center in Allison, Iowa. She was born
October 22, 1915 in Fremont Township in rural Clarksville, Iowa, to
Walter and Agnes (Ringleb) Heine. Edna attended Shady Dell School in
Dayton Township rural Clarksville. She married Clarence Edeker on
December 4, 1932, at the Pleasant Valley Church of Christ in
Clarksville. Edna was a housewife. She was a member of St. John’s EV.
Lutheran Church in rural Greene, Iowa. She enjoyed traveling, loved
playing cards and was good at it. Enjoyed crocheting, spending time with
her family and going to breakfast and shopping with Norma & Marcia. Edna
is survived by her son Mervin & wife Marcia Edeker of Allison; daughter
Norma Strom of Cedar Falls; sister Celia & husband Clarence Leisinger of
Waverly; grandchildren: Troy Edeker, Brian & Lisa Edeker, Daniel & Lori
Edeker, Kristin Montgomery; ten great grandchildren; two step
grandchildren: Daniel Peters and Roger & Cheri Peters; three step great
grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, infant
brother, brother Ray, one infant grandchild, a daughter-in-law and a
son-in-law. Funeral services were held at 10:00 a.m, Saturday, February
4, 2006 at St. John’s EV. Lutheran Church rural Greene with Rev. Mark
Walker officiating. Special music was provided by organist, Florence
Vieker accom-panying the congregational singing. Pallbearers were
Kristin Montgomery, Troy Edeker, Dean Deike, Kevin Edeker, Brian Edeker,
Roger Peters and Daniel Edeker. Final resting place was in St. John’s EV.
Lutheran Cemetery rural Greene, Iowa. Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home was in
charge of arrangements.
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| Ruth Maifield
02/13/06
Ruth Maifield, age 81, of 1209 Parriott, Aplington, Iowa died Friday
February 3, 2006 at the Allen Memorial Hospital in Waterloo, Iowa. Ruth
Stover daughter of Fred “F.W.” and Dorothy (Niehaus) Stover, was born on
February 6, 1924, in Sheffield, Iowa. Ruth graduated from Rockwell High
School at age 16 and received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Wheaton
College. She taught school in Chester and Dumont, Iowa were she met her
husband Gus. Ruth was united in marriage with Gustav Maifield on
September 15, 1947 in Hampton, Iowa. After marriage, they initially
lived on a farm near Rockwell but two years later established their home
in Aplington, where Ruth raised eight children, was a substitute
teacher, and worked at the nursing home. She provided long-term care for
her husband, parents and her aunt Helen. Ruth was a member of the
Aplington Baptist Church. Her kindness and gentleness will be missed by
all. In her spare time she enjoyed reading, book club, various church
groups, watching sports on T.V. and baking sugar cookies for holidays
and special events. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gus, in
1984, one daughter, Lisa Maifield, in 1993, her parents, her sister,
Joan, and brother, Leon. Ruth is survived by five sons, Michael “Mick”
(Sue) Maifield of Cary, IL, Marty Maifield of Aplington, Dennis (Sally)
Maifield of Glendale, CA, David Maifield of Aplington, and Steve
(Deanna) Maifield of Altoona, IA; two daughters, Melaine (Kent) Brandt
of Verona, WI, and Lori (Steve) Jackson of Point Richmond, CA; ten
grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; two brothers, Glen and Dale
Stover. Funeral Services were held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, February 8,
2006 at the Aplington Baptist Church, Aplington, Iowa with Pastor Dan
Smith and Rev. Donald Patet officiating. Pianist was Lois Wessels.
Congregational Hymns were “Amazing Grace”, “In the Garden” and “How
Great Thou Art”. Casketbearers were Matt Maifield, Kent Brandt, Steve
Jackson and Greg Maifield. Interment was in Pleasant View Cemetery,
rural Aplington, Iowa. Redman-Schwartz Funeral Chapel, Aplington, was in
charge of arrangements. Memorials may be directed to the family.
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| Harlan LeRoy Haan
02/13/06
Harlan LeRoy Haan, age 89, of Aplington, Iowa, was born the son of
Cornelius and Katie (Alberts) Haan, on February 7, 1916, near Aplington.
Harlan received his education and graduated from Aplington High School
in 1933. He worked at the Charles Willeke Cement Plant following high
school. Harlan was inducted into the U.S. Army on May 3, 1941. He served
as an Infantry Radio Operator during the war and was honorably
discharged on May 16, 1945. Harlan was awarded three Bronze Stars for
the Tunisian, Naples-Foggia, and Rome-Arno Campaigns and received the
Purple Heart when he was wounded in action. Harlan was united in
marriage with Ruth Evelyn Waughtal on December 15, 1946, at the Little
Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa. They made their home in Aplington after
marriage, where Harlan worked for Dreyer’s Furniture Store and he also
was a substitute rural mail carrier. In 1965 they moved to Fallbrook,
California, where Harlan was a full time rural mail carrier. Following
retirement in 1978, they moved back to Aplington. Harlan was a member of
the Aplington Baptist Church. He was very much loved by his wife,
children and family. His kindness and gentleness will be missed by them
all. Harlan was a very good baseball player in high school and after
graduation he played softball on the Legion Cyclones, the town softball
team. In his spare time he enjoyed doing crossword puzzles, gardening
and fishing. Harlan died Sunday, January 29, 2006, at the Sartori
Memorial Hospital in Cedar Falls, Iowa, from natural causes. He was
preceded in death by his parents, Cornelius and Katie Haan; two sisters,
Rosa Kusian and Lorraine Fletcher; and two brothers, Alvin and Duane
Haan. Harlan is survived by his wife of 59 years, Ruth Haan of
Aplington, IA; one son, Gerald Haan of Fallbrook, California; one
daughter, Dorothy Jean Knight of Oregon; two grandchildren, Jenifer and
Timothy Knight; four sisters, Carrie Rindels of Shell Rock, IA, Ruth (Dr.George)
Kirkelie of Anaheim, CA, Muriel (Victor) Card of Joshua Tree, CA, and
Inez Ayers of Parkersburg, IA; one brother-in-law, Vern Fletcher of
Loveland, CO; and one sister-in-law, Hazel Haan of Cedar Falls, IA.
Funeral Services were held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, February 3, 2006 at the
Aplington Baptist Church, Aplington, Iowa with Pastor Dan Smith and Rev.
Donald Patet officiating. Pianist was Suzie Smith. Congregational Hymns
were “Near to the Heart of God”, “All the Way, My Savior Leads Me” and
“How Great Thou Art”. Casketbearers were Kenny Rindels, Keith Haan, Doug
Kusian, Jim Kluiter, Darren Ayers and Daniel Kluiter. Interment was in
Pleasant View Cemetery, rural Aplington, Iowa with Full Military Rites
provided by Parkersburg American Legion Post # 285. Redman-Schwartz
Funeral Chapel, Aplington, was in charge of arrangements. Memorials may
be directed to the family.
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| Fred Ernest (Ernie) Rewerts
02/13/06
Fred Ernest (Ernie) Rewerts, 82, of Waverly, Iowa, died Tuesday, January
31, 2006 at his home. He was born on January 13, 1924 near Dike, Iowa,
the son of Fred & Tillie (Buss) Rewerts and was baptized on March 1,
1924. He attended country school at Buck Grove near his home and
following his formal education worked on the family farm. He then drove
truck for Rath Packing for a time before going to work for his
brother-in-law, Harm Aukes, on his farm. On March 30, 1946 he was united
in marriage to Lois Miller at Bethel Reformed Church near Aplington. The
couple then lived on a farm near Kesley for a short time before moving
to their farm southwest of Shell Rock. They worked the land and for the
next 40 years, retiring in 1989 and moving to their new home in Waverly.
In the early 1990’s Ernie began mowing for the Waverly Golf Course, a
job he held for the next four years. Ernie was a very faithful member of
his church and for twenty five years had been a member at Trinity
Reformed Church in Allison. He loved to play golf, especially with his
grandchildren. Ernie loved to watch sunsets securing in his mind God’s
order of things, but his greatest enjoyment came from his time spent
with family. He is survived by his wife, Lois of Waverly; his children
and their spouses, Roma & Larry Dieterichs of Waverly; Paulette & Jim
Sauerbrei of Marengo; Janice & Larry Sailer of Iowa Falls; Craig & Vicky
Rewerts of Waverly; Troy & Sue Rewerts of Waverly: 13 grandchildren; 16
great grandchildren and one sister, Thelma Evers of Cedar Falls. He was
preceded in death by his parents; four sisters; two brothers and five
nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held on Friday, February 3,
2006, at Trinity Reformed Church, Allison, with Pastor Steve Petroelje
officiating. Burial was in the Harlington Cemetery, Waverly. Memorials
may be directed to the family for a later designation. Condolences may
be left at www.kaisercorson.com.
Posted on 02/13/2006 by Gene Manning
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Ray Edward Donat
02/19/06
Ray Edward Donat, son of Stanley and Phyllis Hof Donat, was born April
13, 1952 at Sumner, Iowa. He was baptized September 7, 1952 at Union
United Methodist Church of rural Sumner and confirmed April 3, 1966 at
St. Paul’s United Church of Christ, rural Sumner by Rev. Grunwald. He
received his education in the Sumner Schools, graduating from Sumner
High School with the class of 1970. He later attended Wartburg College
for one year. On April 16, 1972, he was united in marriage with Connie
Buhr at St. John American Lutheran Church, Buck Creek by Rev. Allan Stoa.
Ray worked for 30 years at John Deere & Company before retiring in 2002.
Following a courageous battle with multiple myeloma, Ray’s death
occurred at his home on Friday, February 10, 2006. He was 53 years old
and a member of St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church of Sumner. He was a
leader and trainer with the Stephen Ministries of the church, served on
the church council, and was a member of the dartball team and the senior
choir. He was also a board member of the CMH Foundation, and a past
member of the Sumner United Fund board, the Reach Project, and the
Sumner Jaycees. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing, bowling, and
playing cards. In addition to his wife, Connie of Sumner, he is survived
by one son, Chad (Angela) Donat of Urbandale; one daughter, Amber
(Joshua) Kass of Farmington, Minnesota; two grandsons, Kaelen and Nolan;
his parents Stanley and Phyllis Donat of Maynard; three sisters, Janice
(Steve) Vorthmann of Sumner, Pastor Ann Donat of Clarksville, and Dr.
Patricia Donat of Columbus, Mississippi; one brother, Jim (Darise) Donat
of Maynard; aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews; and his faithful
companion, Maggie. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Carl
and Lulu Hof and Marion and Ruth Donat, and an infant niece, Elizabeth.
Funeral services were held Wednesday, February 15, 2006, at St. John
Lutheran Church, Sumner, with interment in the St. John Lutheran
Cemetery. Becker-Milnes Funeral Home, Sumner, was in charge of
arrangements.
Posted on 02/19/2006 by Gene Manning
| Merlyn D. Brunner
02/25/06
Funeral services for Merlyn D. Brunner, 84, of 2021 280TH Street, Marble
Rock, will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, February 20, 2006, at St. Peter
Lutheran Church in Greene with Pastor Gary Hatcher officiating. Burial
will be in the Hillside Cemetery in Marble Rock. Visitation will be 5:00
p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, February 19, 2006 at Reid’s Funeral Chapel,
519 North First Street, Greene where there will be a public Scripture
Service at 7:30 p.m. Visitation will continue at the church on Monday
one hour before services. Merlyn Doyle Brunner was born April 12, 1921
in rural Union Township, Floyd County, a son of Michael and Anna (Heinz)
Brunner, and died Thursday, February 16, 2006, at the Liebe Care Center
in Greene. He received his education in the rural school near his home
and graduated from the Marble Rock High School in 1940. While in High
School he played basketball and baseball. He later was pitcher for
several fast pitch softball teams in the area, including the Barth
Chevrolet team. He was rated as one of the top four pitchers in the
state. Merlyn started farming with his father at an early age, and later
went out on his own. On March 12, 1950 he was united in marriage to June
Jeanette Gantenbein at St. Pauls Evangelical Lutheran Church in Maynard.
They moved on to their present farm East of Marble Rock where to this
union were born two sons. He enjoyed hunting and trapping. In his later
years he made the rounds in Greene and Marble Rock drinking coffee. He
became an avid Iowa Hawkeye fan after his grandson, Greg, started
playing basketball for the University of Iowa team. Merlyn was a member
of the Greene Sportsman Club and also served on the Marble Rock Coop
Elevator Board. Living family members include his two sons: Tim Brunner
of Marble Rock, Tom (Gayle) Brunner of Charles City, three
grandchildren: Richard (Janice) Torres of Troy, OH, Greg Brunner of Iowa
City, Amy Brunner of Cedar Rapids; two sisters: Merna Teeple of Greene
and Marie Ackley of Chillicothe, IL. He was preceded in death by his
wife June on July 12, 1996, his parents, two sisters: Phyllis Craig,
Betty Stanbrough, and three brothers: Nicholas Brunner, Robert Brunner,
and Orville Brunner. Those planning an expression of sympathy may direct
memorials in Memory of Merlyn Brunner to the Marble Rock First
Responders or the Greene Volunteer Ambulance.
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| Norman Dale Buseman
02/25/06
Norman Dale Buseman, 69, of Dumont, Iowa, passed away February 19, 2006,
at St. Mary’s Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota. He was born May 8, 1936,
in Ackley, Iowa to Ben and Dorthea (Harms) Buseman. He attended rural
country schools and Dumont High School. Norman married Louise Freese on
January 30, 1954, at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa. Norman
farmed in rural Aplington and Dumont, retiring to the town of Dumont in
2003. He was a member of Bethel Reformed Church rural Aplington and then
transferred his membership to the Dumont Reformed Church. He was
baptized on April 11, 1937 at the Washington Reformed Church, rural
Ackley and confirmed as a teenager at the Washington Reformed Church.
Norman enjoyed hunting, fishing, collecting guns as well as welding and
working on machinery. Norman’s family was his pride and joy. He loved
holding and playing with his children, grandchildren and great
grandchildren when little, loved sharing adventures with all on the farm
in their youth and cared for and watched over all as adults. He is
survived by his wife, the love of his life, Louise Buseman of Dumont,
daughter Dixie & husband Scott Krause of Waterloo, daughter Mona &
husband Gene Storm of Hampton, son Leslie & wife Cindy Buseman of
Dumont, daughter Teresa & husband Darwin Butson of Hampton, daughter
Valerie & husband David Baker of Eagle Grove, sister Lila & husband
Henry Groeneveld of Aplington, brother Harold & wife Ruth Buseman of
Aplington, brother Alvin & wife Peggy Buseman of Dumont. Norman is
survived by 14 grandchildren, Beth Krause Wolfe & husband Joshua Wolfe
of Cumming, Lacey Krause of Waterloo, Brandy and Ryan Mittelstadt of
Coulter, Jesse Wood of Dumont, Justin Buseman & wife Missy of Cedar
Falls, Travis Buseman of Dumont, Abby Connor and Samuel Butson of
Hampton, Chantell, Carrington, Preston and Caleb Baker of Eagle Grove,
Iowa and 2 great grandchildren, Logan Wolfe and Logan Buseman. Norman
was preceded in death by his parents and one grandson, Levi Dean Buseman.
Memorials may be directed to the family. Funeral services were held at
1:30 p.m., Wednesday, February 22, 2006 at the Dumont Reformed Church
with Rev. Bob Scholten officiating. Special music was provided by
organist, Sheril Brodbeck accompanying soloist, Mark Gerdes. Family
sharing by David Baker. Pallbearers were Jesse Wood, Corey Dodd, Joshua
Wolfe, Ryan Mittelstadt, Carrington Baker, Justin Buseman and Travis
Buseman. Honorary pallbearers were Caleb Baker, Preston Baker and Samuel
Butson. Final resting place was in the Dumont Cemetery with Sietsema-Vogel
Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
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Freddie Andrew Bohlen
02/25/06
Freddie Andrew Bohlen, 86, of Allison, Iowa, passed away February 18,
2006 at the Waverly Municipal Hospital in Waverly, Iowa. He was born
March 13, 1919 in Madison Township in Butler County, Iowa to Fred and
Anna (Siems) Bohlen. Freddie attended Allison Schools. He served his
country in the United States Army during World War II. Freddie married
Marjorie S. Lunde on January 16, 1949, in Nora Springs, Iowa. He worked
for Allan Chevrolet and the Allison-Bristow Schools. He was a member of
the St. James Lutheran Church in Allison. Freddie enjoyed attending his
sons school activities and helping Boy Scout Troop 29 during the period
his sons were active. Later Freddie visited his sons frequently in
Illinois and Washington State where he fished and watched his
grandchildren participate in many sporting events. Freddie enjoyed
playing cards with his friends in the Allison area and visiting the
casinos in Iowa and Washington State. He also loved to hunt pheasants
with his sons and dog Cole. His greatest hobby however wash fishing. He
enjoyed fishing the Westfork and Shell Rock Rivers in Iowa. Freddie also
enjoyed his numerous fishing trips in Minnesota, Canada and Washington
State. Because of his love of the outdoors the worst day of fishing
always beat the best day of work. He is survived by his wife Marjorie
Bohlen of Allison, son Robert & wife Kathy Bohlen of Spokane,
Washington, son Marvin Bohlen & wife Robin Kahn of Spokane, Washington,
sister Irene Poppen of Allison, brother Alvin & wife Leone Bohlen of
Allison, grandchildren: Forrest, Bret, Bryce Bohlen and Mitch Leppo.
Freddie was preceded in death by his parents, sisters, Jenny Bruns and
Sena Santee. Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday,
February 22, 2006 at St. James Lutheran Church in Allison with Rev.
Jeffrey A. Blank officiating. Special music was provided by organist,
Mrs. Cecil Radcliffe accompanying the congregational singing.
Pallbearers were John Bohlen, Billy Miller, Doug Poppen, Dwight Poppen,
Dale Schoneman and Jay Schultz. Honorary pallbearers were Heyo Kampman
and Roy Wiebke. In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to the city
of Allison for Wilder’s Park improvements. Final resting place was in
the Allison Cemetery with Military services provided by Allison AmVets.
Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
Treven Kielman
02/25/06
Treven Kielman, age 21, of Clarksville, Iowa, was born May 29, 1984, the
son of Jeff Kielman and Brenda (Hirsch) Hewitt in Waverly, Iowa. He
received his education in the Clarksville Community Schools. Treven
enjoyed construction and concrete work. He was employed by Norm Mulder
Construction. In his spare time he liked to cut wood and sell it for
firewood. Treven spent time snowmobiling and going to the races. He
liked to look for deer when he was out in the woods hunting and enjoyed
fishing. Hanging out with friends, family and playing poker was how he
liked to pass the time. His sense of humor always kept people laughing.
Most of all, he especially loved to be with his son, Peyton. Treven died
Sunday, February 12, 2006, at the Floyd County Hospital in Charles City,
Iowa, of injuries sustained in an automobile accident. He was preceded
in death by his paternal grandfather, Henry Kielman and
step-grandfather, Reid Chesnut He is survived by one son, Peyton Jeffrey
Kielman, Clarksville, Iowa; his father, Jeff Kielman, Clarksville, Iowa;
his mother, Brenda (Charles) Hewitt, Clarksville, Iowa; one brother,
Devin Kielman, Clarksville, Iowa; one sister, Courtney Kielman (special
friend, Justin Schroeder), Clarksville, Iowa; paternal grandmother,
Maxine Chesnut, Clarksville, Iowa; maternal grandparents, Roger (Linda)
Hirsch, Waverly, Iowa and Rosie Hirsch, Clarksville, Iowa; many aunts,
uncles and cousins. Funeral Services were at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday,
February 15, 2006, at the Immanuel United Church of Christ in
Clarksville, Iowa. Officiating were Rev. Laura Hucke, Pastor Reuben Topp
and Rev. Nathan Frazee. The organist was Harriet Forry, the
congregational hymn was “In the Garden,” and Special Music was played
“Go Rest High on the Mountain” - Vince Gill and “Free Bird” - Leonard
Skynard. The casketbearers were Devin Kielman, Clint Schmadeke, Bud
Hirsch, Dan Wordes, Jeff Kielman, Keith Kielman, Jerry Hovenga and Matt
Nutt. The honorary casketbearers were Norman Mulder, Chuck Hewitt,
Courtney Kielman, Katie Nutt, Rory Doty, Justin Schroeder, Peyton
Kielman, Joe Kielman, Daniel Kramer, Clint Swick, Bubba Hirsch and Libi
Chesnut. The flower committee was Anita Nutt, Tracy Hinders and
Christine Schmadeke. Interment was at the Lynwood Cemetery in
Clarksville, Iowa. Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home in Clarksville was in
charge of the arrangements. Memorials maybe directed to Treven Kielman
family.
Marie Henrietta Hinders
02/25/06
Marie Henrietta Hinders, 83, of Allison, Iowa, passed away February 24,
2006, at the Allen Memorial Hospital in Waterloo, Iowa. She was born
November 29, 1922, in Butler County, Iowa to Claus and Mattie (Henrichs)
Hoodjer. Marie attended Ripley Township School in Butler County. She
married Charlie Hinders on February 21, 1947 at the Little Brown Church
in Nashua, Iowa. She worked as a homemaker. She was baptized and
confirmed at Ebenizer Lutheran Church in Butler Center. Marie was a
member of Trinity Reformed Church in Allison, Iowa. She enjoyed cooking
and entertaining friends and she also collected salt and pepper shakers.
Marie is survived by her son Larry Charles Hinders of Allison; daughter
Linda Marie & husband Robert Mahncke of Cedar Falls; daughter Diane Kay
& husband Jay Bushbaum of Hampton; daughter Karen Sue & husband Steve
Cuvelier of Shell Rock. Grandchildren: Amy (Gene) Stanbrough of
Parkersburg, Laura (Richard) Joyce of Chicago, Illinois, Scott
(Stephanie) Cuvelier of Shell Rock, Michael (Sara) Mahncke of Cedar
Falls, Stephanie Cuvelier of Missoula, Montana, Amber Bushbaum of
Hampton and David Mahncke of Cedar Falls, great grandchildren: Ian &
Ellah Cuvelier of Shell Rock. She was preceded in death by her parents,
husband on September 20, 1988, daughter, Shirley in infancy and brother
Clarence Hoodjer. Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m., Friday,
February 17, 2006 at the Trinity Reformed Church in Allison with Rev.
Steve Petroelje officiating. Music was provided by key boardist, Mrs.
Merle Hoodjer and special music by Amber Bushbaum. Pallbearers were
Scott Cuvelier, Duane Hinders, Roger Hoodjer, Gary Hinders, Michael
Mahncke and David Mahncke. Final resting place was in the Allison
Cemetery with Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
| Marie Alice Busch
02/25/06
Marie Alice Busch, age 86, of Allison, Iowa, was born July 5, 1919, the
daughter of Martin and Anna Rottink Folkerts in Allison, Iowa. On
February 25, 1940, Marie married George Busch at her parents’ home near
Allison, Iowa. Following marriage they moved to their current farm,
where they lived and farmed for 65 ½ years. They enjoyed raising their
purebred Angus cattle. They had four children who later joined them in
the farm corporation. Marie was a devoted wife and mother who enjoyed
cooking and caring for her family, gardening, growing flowers, trips
with her husband, George and serving in the community. She enjoyed time
spent with her family and friends. Marie was a member of the Trinity
Reformed Church where she was actively involved in her younger years as
a Sunday School and Bible School teacher, member of the Women’s Guild,
Bible studies and other church activities. She also was very active in
the Farm Bureau Women’s Committee, a long time 4-H leader and a member
of the Know Your Neighbor Club. Marie died Sunday, February 19, 2006 at
Bartels Lutheran Home in Waverly, Iowa of natural causes. Marie was
preceded in death by her parents; son-in-law, Roger Stauffer; sister,
Anna Kampman; brother, Folkert Folkerts, a step grandson, Russell
Westendorf; and cousin, Engelena Foster. Living family members include
her husband of over 65 years, George Busch of Allison, Iowa and her four
children and their spouses, son Wayne (Kathleen) Busch, Allison, Iowa;
son Wendell (Beverly) Busch, Cedar Falls, Iowa; son Maurice (Connie)
Busch, Allison, Iowa; daughter, Lois Stauffer, Allison, Iowa; nine
grandchildren, Sherri (Brian) Cramer, Debra (Randy) Reitsma, Michael
Busch, Lisa (Neil) Baumhover, Eric (Nicole) Stauffer, Kim (Kevin)
Schlais, Michael (Dawn) Mason, Kristen (Ryan) Fleshner; 12 great grand
children; brother Richard (Jean) Folkerts of Allison, Iowa;
sister-in-law Margaret Folkerts, Allison, Iowa; brother-in-law Heyo
Kampman, Allison, Iowa; cousins raised as brothers and sisters, John
(Jean) Johnson, Parkersburg, Iowa and Alice Foster, Lamont, Iowa.
Funeral Services were held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, February 23, 2006 at
the Trinity Reformed Church, Allison, Iowa with Rev. Steve Petroelje and
Pastor Keith Tomlinson officiating. Keyboardist was Dolores Hoodjer.
Vocal Duet was by Joel Sult and Greta Eberline. Congregational Hymns
were “How Great Thou Art” and “Amazing Grace”. Casketbearers were David
Busch, Robert Busch, Duane Folkerts, Darrel Folkerts, Michael Busch and
Eric Stauffer. Interment was in the Allison Cemetery. Memorials may be
directed to Words of Hope or the Iowa 4-H Foundation. Redman-Schwartz
Funeral Home, Parkersburg, was in charge of arrangements.
Posted on 02/25/2006 by Gene Manning
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