Jack E. Hoon

Jack E. Hoon age 77 of Glen Ellyn, Ill. died July 28, 2005 at his home. Funeral Mass will be held Thursday at noon at St. Michael Church in Nashua followed by interment at St. Michael Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. James the Apostle Church Endowment Fund 480 S. Park Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL. 60137.

Jack was the beloved husband of Jane nee Conley. the loving father of Timothy (Akiko), Lisa (Randall) Rolph,of Nashua, Thomas, Amy (John) Schneider and Bryan (Deborah) Hoon and dearest grandfather of 13. He was the dearest brother of Mary (Duane) Tracy, of Nashua, and David (Marlys) Hoon, fond uncle to several nieces and nephews and brother-in-law of Ruth (Richard) Treu.

Jack served in the U.S. Airforce during the Korean War and he worked for IBM and Shade Business Forms before retiring in 1995. He will be remembered for maintaining a positive mental attitude. Jack loved sporting events and the Chicago White Sox. He was an Eagle Scout and continued as a Scout Leader for his sons

Williams-Kampp Funeral Home, Wheaton, IL, (630) 668-0016, is in charge of arrangements.

Robert L. 'Bob' Muench

NASHUA - Robert L. 'Bob' Muench, 84, of Nashua passed away Thursday afternoon, July 28, 2005, at the New Hampton Care Center in New Hampton, Iowa.

Funeral services are pending at the Hugeback & Chenoweth Funeral Home in Nashua, (641) 435-413.

Sharon L. Jermier

Sharon L. Jermier, 65, died Friday, July 29, 2005 at Kavanagh House in West Des Moines.

Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 2 at Westover Funeral Home, (515) 276-4567. Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 3 at Riverside Cemetery in Charles City.Sharon was born in Waterloo and moved to Urbandale from Waukon in 1985 and has lived in Urbandale ever since. She married Michael Jermier Aug. 15, 1959 in Charles City. She was a Montessori teacher in the Des Moines Public Schools for 13 years before retiring. She also taught school in Waukon.

Sharon was a member of Windsor Heights Lutheran Church. She was involved in community theater both in the Des Moines area and in Waukon. She was also a vocalist. She enjoyed children, teaching and caretaking.

Sharon is survived by her husband, Michael, of Urbandale, daughters, Jennifer (Steve) Clark of Waukee, Amy (Mike) Wearmouth of West Des Moines; sons, Jay (Richelle) Jermier of Decorah, Andrew(Becky) Jermier or Urbandale, Dustin (Amy) jermier of San Francisco, Calif.; brothers, Roger Hanson of St, Louis, Mo., and Robert Hasnon of Phoeniz, Ariz.; and ten grandchildren.

She was proceeded in death by her parents, John and Helen Hanson.

Visitation with family present will be held for one hour prior to the services Tuesday at Westover. Memorial contributions may be made to the Montessori Program in the Des Moines Public Schools.

Zachary D. Hildebrand

GREENE - Funeral services for Zachary D. Hildebrand, 21, of 413 North Second Street, Greene will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, August 4, 2005, at the First Presbyterian Church of Greene, with Pastor Paul Uzel officiating, with private burial services in the Rose Hill Cemetery in Greene. Visitation will be 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday, August 3 at Reid's Funeral Chapel in Greene there will be a public Scripture Service and Time of Remembrance at 6:30 p.m. Visitation will continue at the church one hour before services on Thursday.

Zachary Dale Hildebrand was born November 28, 1983 at the University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City, the son of Dale Lyle and Vickie Sue (Schipper) Hildebrand. He died Friday, July 29, 2005, in Allison. Those planning an expression of sympathy may direct memorials to the Zachary D. Hildebrand Memorial Fund in care of the family. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Reid's Funeral Chapel, 641-823-4457, of Greene.

Darrell E. Bass
ROCKFORD- Darrell E. Bass 81, of 102 9th Street S.E. died Wednesday July 27, 2005 at Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit, Mason City.

Funeral Service will be held 1 p.m. Tuesday Aug. 2, at Sheckler Colonial Chapel 114 North Hawkeye, Nora Springs, with Pastor Thomas Healey officiating. Burial will be in the Rockford Riverside Cemetery with full military honors conducted by members of the American Legion Post 338. Visitation will be Monday Aug.1 from 5-7 p.m. at Sheckler Colonial Chapel 114 North Hawkeye, Nora Springs.

Darrell Eugene Bass was born Oct. 13, 1923 in Mason City the son of Ernest V. and Emma J. (Tibbits) Bass. He graduated from Colwell High School in 1941. After graduating from A.I.B. in Des Moines Darrell went to work for Standard Oil in Des Moines.

He enlisted in to the United States Navy in 1943 and he was honorably discharged in 1946. Darrell was united in marriage to Dorothy Trask on July 21, 1946 at the Rudd Parsonage; to this union two children were born. Darrell and Dorothy moved to Rockford in 1948, where he farmed in the Rockford area. Darrell was a salesman for Pioneer Seed for 30 years, retiring in 1992.

Darrell loved collecting and restoring his tractors, having coffee with friends, his greatest love was spending time with his family especially his Grandchildren.

Darrell is survived by his wife, Dorothy Bass, of Rockford, daughters, Linda Lovik, of Iowa City and Janet (Dennis) Haller, of Decorah, grandchildren, Nathaniel, Jacqueline, and Joshua Lovik, of Iowa City, and Katherine and Lucas Haller, of Decorah, one brother Eldon (Freda) Bass, of Rockford, along with several nieces and nephews.

Darrell is preceded in death by his parents and son-in-law Stephen Lovik.

Sheckler Colonial Chapel, (641) 749-2210, www.colonialchapels.com, is in charge of arrangements.

Ray L. "Skeet" Jurrens

Ray LeRoy Jurrens, 56, known lovingly by his family and friends as "Skeet" or "Skeeter," was born on June 8, 1949 to Robert and Madeline (Bigg) Jurrens. He was raised by his mother and Kenneth Simmons, whom he also called, "Dad." Skeet attended and graduated from Charles City High School in 1967 and was a life-long resident of Charles City, with the exception of time spent serving his country during the Vietnam War.

Skeet entered into the U.S. Army in 1969, where he was a front line machine gunner until 1970. He proudly wore a Combat Infantry Badge and his Screaming Eagle patch (101st Airborne Division), signifying his earned jump wings. He earned a bronze star in his endeavors of Vietnam.

In 1971, Skeet was honorably discharged and returned home to Charles City. Skeet was well-known among his fellow veterans as a man dedicated to serving on the VFW Honor Guard. This past Memorial Day, Skeet completed his final 21 gun salute at a ceremony honoring all veterans who have served their country. He was a life member of the VFW Post #3914 and a member of the American Legion Post #0174, both Charles City.

Skeet was a hard worker and wonderful provider for his family. At the age of 12, he worked at Springer Bait Shop and at age 14, at Ellendale Dairy for Chuck Trainer, sometimes beginning his milk route as early as 4 a.m.

In 1967, Skeet was employed full-time at Oliver, but still assisted Chuck whenever he could. Following a layoff at Oliver, Skeet worked in Minnesota at Hormel until 1985. In 1987, Skeet was employed by Dan Crawford at Diversified Manufacturing in Charles City, as a machinist.

He regretfully had to cease work in January of 2005 due to his ill health attributed to cancer. Skeet thoroughly loved his job and his fellow employees and they, too, had a great liking and respect for him.

Skeet was a wonderful father. In 1972, he married his first wife, Sue Royek and adopted her daughter, Alicia. On March 5, 1980, his son, Christopher was born, his pride and joy. He treasured spending all his free time with his children teaching them life's lessons and also, the fun side of life, such as hunting, fishing, golfing in the yard, playing ball or just hanging out together. One of Skeet's favorite stories was when Chris golfed his rain gage. Skeet considered himself Chris' "Big Buddy" and Chris was his father's "Little Buddy!"

Skeet was a devoted husband. On Nov. 17, 1988, he met the love of his life, Judy Otto Proffitt. They were joined in marriage at the Little Brown Church in Nashua on Aug. 17, 1991.

In entering this union, Skeet was blessed with two step-children, Jason and Jodi Proffitt, who thought dearly of their "other Dad."

In 1996, Chris became "Big Buddy" when Skeet's grandson, Gunnar was born. He was a loving Papa and relished time with his new "Little Buddy!" In 2002, grandson, Carter was born. Papa was their best friend and the two came by daily to spend time and play. He taught the same wonderful lessons of life, as he taught his children and developed a close and special bond with them.

Skeet enjoyed collecting firearms but his passion was the ability to shoot them. He taught his family not only how to shoot but also respect guns. Skeet spent many hours hunting and target shooting with his family.

In his leisure time, Skeet loved to asparagus hunt in the ditches with Chris. He would later offer and give away the delicacy to his friends and family. He continued this tradition with Judy and later his grandsons, still climbing in and out of the ditches, even in pain, just to share the asparagus they loved.

Skeet was a loving and caring man. He was a big racing fan of about any race, but particularly cheering for NASCAR with Big Dale #3, his hero. He now joins hero #3 in that big race track in the sky!

Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife of 13 years, Judy Jurrens of Charles City; his son, Christopher (special acquaintance, Meghan) Jurrens of Ames; his daughter, Alicia (Mike) Tobin of Charles City; his step-daughter, Jodi Proffitt of Charles City and step-son, Jason (Robyn) Proffitt of New Hampton. He will also be sadly missed by his six grandchildren, Gunnar and Carter of Charles City, MacKenzie of Arizona and Valerie, Matthew and Michael of Charles City; his brother, Jim (Marnie) Jurrens of Texas; his half-sister, Cheryl (Darrin) Simmons Schiltz of Minnesota, his aunt, Mary Varner Marth of North Carolina and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

Preceding Skeet in death are his parents; his step-father, his uncles, Richard (Dick) Jurrens and Mike Varner and his grandparents, Grandpa and Grandma Bigg, Grandpa and Grandma Jurrens and Grandpa and Grandma Simmons.

Although Skeet will be greatly missed in our daily lives, we believe him to be in a far better and beautiful place.

Fullerton Hage Funeral Home and Cremation Services, (641) 228-4211, www.fullertonfh.com, is in charge or arrangements.

Daniel F. Ballard

GREENE - A Funeral Mass for Daniel F. Ballard, 58, of 320 South Main Street, Greene will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 2, 2005, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Greene with Rev. Msgr. Walter Brunkan officiating.

Burial will be in the St. Mary's Cemetery in Greene with military honors conducted by Tack Barnett Post 268 American Legion of Greene.Visitation will be 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, Aug. 1, at Reid's Funeral Chapel, 519 North First Street, Greene, where there will be a Rosary Service at 5 p.m. conducted by the Knights of Columbus followed by a Scriptural Wake service. Visitation will continue at the church one hour before services on Tuesday.

Daniel Fredrick Ballard was born July 7, 1947 at the Cedar Valley Hospital in Charles City, a son of Earnie Fredrick and Veronica Florence (Heck) Ballard, and died Thursday July 28, 2005 at Methodist Hospital in Rochester.

He received his education and graduated from the Immaculate Conception School in Charles City in 1966. He attended North Iowa Area Community College in Mason City where he met Brenda Marsh. Dan entered the United States Navy in July 1968 where he underwent training at Great Lakes Naval Station.

On May 2, 1970, Dan and Brenda were united in marriage at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Greene. They relocated to Portsmouth, Va. where he was stationed on the USS Columbus CG-12. He later served on the USS John F. Kennedy CVA-67, USS Francis Marion LPA-249, USS Yellowstone AD-41, and USS Vulcan AR-5. At various times he served with the SIMA (Shore Intermediate Maintenance Activity), and Shore Patrol.

Following his retirement on October 31, 1988, he and his family returned to Greene in 1991 where they made their home. He was currently employed at Menards in Mason City.

He was an active member of the Greene Volunteer Fire Department where he was a certified Fire Inspector, Fire Fighter I, Haz-Mat Ops Level, and Weather Spotter. Daniel was also a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church of Greene, Fr. John Naumann Council of the Knights of Columbus, and Tack Barnett Post 268 American Legion of Greene.

He will be sadly missed by his wife Brenda of Greene; two daughters: Michele (James) Anderson of Greene, Kendra (Douglas) Mennen of Mason City; 5 1/2 grandchildren: Elizabeth, Thomas Daniel, Heather, Nick, Ben, and a baby due in the fall; and a special family friend Ellen Ragland; his mother: Veronica "Ronnie" Ballard of Floyd; three sisters: Barb (John) Pint of Mitchell, Bonnie (Larry) Pint of Osage, Linda (Dave) Hennagir of Griffith, IN and many nieces and nephews.

Dan was preceded in death by his father Earnie Ballard on October 11,1973, and an infant grandchild in 2002. Those planning an expression of sympathy may direct memorials to the Daniel F. Ballard Memorial Fund for community projects in care of the family.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Reid's Funeral Chapel, 641-823-4457 of Greene.

Iris M. LaCoste

NORA SPRINGS- Iris M. LaCoste 72, of 907 West Congress, formerly of Rudd, died Saturday July 30, 2005, at Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit, Mason City.

Funeral mass will be held 10 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 2 at the Holy Name Catholic Church 507 1st Ave. N.W., Rockford, with Reverend Jon M. Seda officiating. Burial will be in the Evergreen Cemetery, Rudd.Visitation will be held Monday from 5-7 p.m. at Sheckler Colonial Chapel 114 North Hawkeye, Nora Springs.

Memorials may be directed to the Iris M. LaCoste Memorial Fund

Iris M. LaCoste was born October 2, 1932, in Wall, South Dakota, the daughter of Bernard and Hildred (Schmitten) Thompson.

Iris graduated from Rudd High School in 1950. She was united in marriage to Raymond LaCoste on June 14, 1950, at the Holy Name Catholic Church; to this union nine children were born. Iris was an employee of Risto and Ron Weber Association.

Iris loved cooking, baking, and reading; her greatest love was spending time with her family and friends. She was a member of the Holy Name Catholic Church, Sara Circle, canasta and 500 club.

Iris is survived by her children, Diana Mentzer, of Omaha, Neb., Alan (Sharon) LaCoste, of Rudd, Karen (Rod) Garrity, of Viola, Wis., Theresa Schwem, of Ventura, Barb (Kelly) Noss, of Dougherty, Gail (Dan) Krull, of Rockford, and Laura (Steve) Hunt, of Bristol, Wis., 22 grandchildren, three step-grandchildren, and seven great grandchildren.

Iris is preceded in death by her parents, husband Raymond, children David and Michael LaCoste, son- in law Marvin Mentzer, two grandsons, Derek Spanjer and Brad LaCoste, and one sister , Catherine Peters.

Sheckler Colonial Chapel, (641)749-2210, www.colonialchapels.com, is in charge of arrangements.

      Posted on 08/01/2005 by Gene Manning

Darrell Baldwin

MASON CITY - Darrell Ivan Baldwin, 80, of Mason City and formerly of Charles City, died Tuesday, August 2, 2005, at the Good Shepherd Care Center in Mason City.

       Posted on 08/03/2005

Darrell Ivan Baldwin

MASON CITY - Memorial services for Darrell Ivan Baldwin, 80, of 245 8th S.E. Mason City, formerly of Charles City, will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, Aug. 8, 2005, at Sunnyside Memory Chapel, Old Highway 218 South, Charles City. Interment of cremains will be at a later date.

There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place.Darrell Ivan Baldwin was born March 24, 1925, in rural Chickasaw County, a son of Elmer and Janette (Shannon) Baldwin, and died Tuesday, Aug. 2, at the Good Shepherd Care Center in Mason City.

He received his education in the McKinley School and the Charles City Junior High Schools. On Oct. 23, 1942, he entered the United States Navy where he obtained the rank of Seaman First Class. He served at the Alameda Naval Air Base, Las Negues Island, and Admiralty Islands. Following his honorable discharge on Feb. 14, 1946, he returned to Charles City.

On Aug. 17, 1947, he was united in marriage to Donna Springer in South Dakota. To this union was born one daughter, Sharon Kay. Darrell worked most of his life as an auto mechanic. In 1953, he moved to Southern California, returning to Charles City in 1959. A year later, he returned to California where he was employed by John Drew Dodge in Sacramento. In February 1976, he moved back to Charles City, working for Ford garage in Mason City. In 1985, he began working for the Iowa DOT until his retirement in 1989. He did lawnmower and snow blower repair in his home shop until he became ill in March 2003.

He was a member of the VFW in Charles City.

Living family members include his daughter Sharon K. (Roger) McDonald of Charles City, four grandsons: Doug (Kristi) McDonald of Alden, Darrell (Cecilia) McDonald of Toledo, Jason (Sue) McDonald of Charles City, Christian (Karen) McDonald, Nine great grandchildren: Shelly, Sami, Seth, Roxanna, Melissa, Devan, Josh, Zachary, Caitlyn; one sister: Annette (Roland) Barr of Mercedes, Texas.

Darrell was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers: Wayne Baldwin, Walt Baldwin, and one sister, Janette Howe.

Ollie L. Henline

GREENE - Ollie L. Henline, 92, formerly of 220 North Main Street, Greene, died Tuesday, Aug. 2, 2005, at the Liebe Care Center in Greene.

Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 6, at the First Presbyterian Church in Greene with Pastor Paul Uzel officiating. Burial will be in the Rose Hill Cemetery in Greene.

Visitation will be 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 5, with public Scripture Service and Time of Remembrance at 7 p.m.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Reid's Funeral Chapel, (641) 823-4457.

      Posted on 08/04/2005 by Gene Manning

Mary Lou Dolly

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Mary Lou Dolly, 80, beloved mother and grandmother, passed away Aug, 4, 2005 at home surrounded by her family.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m Tuesday, Aug. 9, at the McGilley Antioch Chapel, 3325 NE Vivion Rd, Kansas City with burial in White Chapel Cemetery. Friends may call from 10-11 a.m. Tuesday at the McGilley Antioch Chapel.

Survivors include her son and his wife, Michael and Becky Dolly, Prairie Village, Kan., son, Patrick Dolly, Denver, Colo,; two daughters and their spouses, Debra and Ron Papsdorf, Cameron, Mo., and Lisa and Jerry Lane, Kansas City; grandchildren, Riley and Jacob Lane and Jessica Lane, Kansas City; and sister, Lorraine Stock, Olympia, Wash. She was preceded in death by her husband, William J. Dolly.

Mary Lou was born Dec. 14, 1924 in Charles City. She was one of three daughters of William and Frances Foley. Mary Lou was an explorer. Whether it was art or nature, she always pushed the boundaries.

One of her favorite memories was of ice skating solo up the frozen Cedar River, 20 miles to the next town. This adventurous spirit was her guide in this life and will stay with her in the next. She will always be with us. The family suggests contributions to Wayside Waifs of Kansas City or the American Cancer Society. McGilley Antioch Chapel, (816) 453-7700, is in charge of arrangements.

Richard Bock

Richard Bock, 72, of Charles City, died Friday, Aug. 5, 2005, at the Floyd County Memorial Hospital in Charles City.

A funeral Mass for Richard Bock will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Charles City. Reverend Carl Ries will celebrate the Mass. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. There will be a flag presentation by the Charles City Ceremonial Unit.Friends may call at the Hauser Funeral Home in Charles City from 4 to 8 p.m. Monday where a Vigil Scriptural Wake Service will be held at 7 p.m. followed by the Rosary being led by the Knights of Columbus. Visitation will continue Tuesday at the church an hour prior to the service.

Richard Joseph Bock was born March 9, 1933, at Foxholm, N.D., the son of Henry and Rose (Lenertz) Bock. He attended school at Minot, N.D. and later received his GED. Richard proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. On April 28, 1956, he was united in marriage to Norma Hargrave at Charles City. To this union ten children were born. Norma died on November 15, 1979. Richard married Wilma Friedrichs on August 13, 1980 at Charles City. His working career included employment for 35 years with Gil White Plumbing and Heating. He was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus, Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Moose Lodge. Richard's interests included golfing, fishing, bowling, playing cards and dancing. His family and friends will always remember how he looked forward to spending time with them and helping them with whatever they needed.

Living family members include his wife, Wilma of Charles City; nine children, Thomas (Julie) Bock of Charles City, Jane (Charles) Goedken of Urbandale, Dolores (Ronald) Rosenbaum of Clear Lake, Rosemary (Mark) Hinders of Mitchell, Anastasia (Steven) Goche of Proctor, Ark., Patrick Bock of Phoenix, Ariz., David Bock of Charles City, Nancy (David) Butler of Memphis, Tenn. and Alan (Jackie) Bock of Mason City; 20 grandchildren, three great grandchildren; and two sisters, Frances Welch of Minot, N.D., and Anne Marie Ward of Richland, Wash..

He was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, Norma; a son, Charles William Bock; and a sister, Virginia Denard.

Memorials may be directed to Hospice of North Iowa Charles City site.

The Hauser Funeral Home, (641) 228-2323, www.hauserfh.com, in Charles City, is in charge of arrangements.

Dale C. Schindle

MASON CITY - Dale C. Schindle, 86, of 618 Depot St. in Rudd, died Friday morning, Aug. 5, 2005 at the Muse-Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit in Mason City.

Funeral services will be held 10 a.m., Monday, Aug. 8 at Zion Lutheran Church, 805 E. Main Ave. in Rockford, with Pastor Patricia Shaw officiating. Interment will be in the Riverside Cemetery in Rockford with military honors accorded by the Walker-Graper American Legion Post #338 Unit. The family will greet relatives and friends from 4 until 7 p.m. Sunday at Zion Lutheran Church, 805 E. Main Ave., Rockford. A prayer service will be held at 5:30 p.m. The visitation will continue one hour prior to the service at the church on Monday. Those wishing to make a memorial contribution or an expression of sympathy may direct them to the Dale C. Schindele Memorial Fund.Thoughts, condolences and stories may be e-mailed to the family at www.fullertonfh.com.

Fullerton Funeral Home and Cremation Services, (641) 423-8676 ,www.fullertonfh.com, is in charge of the arrangements.

Larry DeBower

Larry DeBower, 69, of Charles City, died Sunday, Aug. 7, 2005, at his home of natural causes.

A funeral service for Larry DeBower will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Messiah Lutheran Church. Pastor Allan Simms will officiate. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery.Friends may call at the Hauser Funeral Home in Charles City from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday at the church an hour prior to the service.

Larry Dean DeBower was born March 2, 1936, at Allison, the son of Roy and Toni (Bauman) DeBower. He graduated from the Allison High School in 1954. On January 8, 1955, he was united in marriage to Janice Borel at the Little Brown Church in Nashua. Larry worked for 38 years as a machinist at the Oliver/White Farm Equipment Company and then for General Machine and Tool at Waverly for eight years. He was a member of the Messiah Lutheran Church where he had served on the original building committee and on the church council. Larry was an avid pilot and was a 40 year member of the Experimental Aircraft Association. He regularly attended the EAA fly-in at Oshkosh, Wis.

Another one of his great interests was camping which would keep both Larry and Jan occupied all summer long. There was also a strong love for music and Larry had the ability to play the accordion and organ by ear which always brought special joy to both family and friends. Larry's greatest joy, however, was his family. He always looked forward to those times when the family could be together and share together.

Living family members include his wife of 50 years, Janice of Charles City; four sons, Kim (Laura) DeBower of Apopka, Fla., Randy (Barbara) DeBower of Charles City, Tom (Kathy) DeBower of Carpenter and Dan (Christie) DeBower of Charles City; six grandchildren, James, Steven, Emily, Lindsey, Quinn and Cassie DeBower; a great granddaughter, Alexandra Smith; two brothers, Dallas (Janet) DeBower of Auburn, N.Y., and James (Dona) DeBower of Carrol; three sisters, Bernita (Kenneth) St. John of Allison, Bonnie (Frank) McKean of Cross Lake, Minn., Delores (Ronald) Allan of Allison; a sister-in-law, Helen DeBower of Allison; and several nieces and nephews and great nieces and great nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Roger DeBower.

Memorials may be directed to the Messiah Lutheran Church, 705 3rd Avenue, Charles City, IA 50616 or to the Decorah Campground, 505 Pulpit Rock Road, Decorah, IA 52101.

The Hauser Funeral Home, (641) 228-2323, www.hauserfh.com, in Charles City, is in charge of arrangements.

Margaret Ann Miller

Margaret Ann "Maggie" ( Donovan) Miller, age 57 of New Hampton, died Aug. 3, 2005, from heart failure at Mercy Medical Center in New Hampton. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:30 a.m. Monday, Aug. 8 at Holy Family Parish-St. Joseph Center, New Hampton with Msgr. Carl Schmitt and Rev. John Barnes officiating. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery, New Hampton.

Friends may call 4-7 Sunday at Hugeback & Chenoweth Funeral Home, New Hampton where there will be a 6 p.m. Scripture Service. Visitation continues an hour prior to the Mass at church.

        Posted on 08/08/2005 by Gene Manning

HARPERS FERRY, Iowa - Opal Marie Rademacher, age 82, passed away August 5, 2005, at Thornton Manor, Lansing, Iowa, after a long illness.

Memorial services will be Thursday, Aug. 11, 2005, at St. Ann's, St. Joseph Catholic Church in Harpers Ferry at 10:30 a.m. Father Louis Trzil will officiate. Burial will be in St. Joseph's Catholic Cemetery, Paint Rock, in Harpers Ferry. Friends may call on Wednesday, Aug. 10, from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Church Hall. There will be a scripture at 7:30 p.m.Opal was born on Aug. 16, 1922, in New Haven to Una Marie (Meyers) and William C. Spurbeck. She was married to Charles Rademacher in 1939 in Charles City.

She is survived by two daughters: Charlyne Miller of Mission, Texas, and Sandra Onken of Cedar Falls; two sons: Roger Rademacher of Prairie du Chein, Wis., and William Rademacher of Rogers, Minn.; 11 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and five great great-grandchildren; and two sisters: June Rausch of Charles City and Jean Dvorak of Riceville.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles.

Hanson Funeral Home, 402 Second Street NW, Waukon, Iowa 52172, is in charge of arrangements.

             Posted on 08/09/2005

William R. 'Bill' Nelson

URBANDALE, Iowa - William Robert "Bill" Nelson, 47, died Wednesday, August 10, 2005, while fishing at Lake Red Rock, in Marion County, Iowa. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 13, at Westover Baptist Church in Des Moines. Private committal services will be held at a later date.

Bill was born the son of Robert Dale and Reidun Evelyn "Rae" (Hanson) Nelson on Jan. 1, 1958, in Moorhead, Minn. He moved to the Des Moines area in the early 1980s. On March 17, 1990, Bill married Audra Ellen Beasley in Charles City. He was employed with Iowa Methodist Medical Center, in Des Moines, for more than 20 years. He was a member of Westover Baptist Church and had recently been attending Urbandale Baptist Church.Bill will always be remembered for his kind, caring manner towards everyone. Bill was truly a family man being a devoted father and loving husband. His wife and children were the delight of his life. His quick wit always caught you by surprise. Bill was hard working, earning his master's degree in business leadership from Upper Iowa University, while working full-time. His greatest joy was spending time with his family, camping, hunting and especially taking a day off work to go fishing with the kids.

He is survived and lovingly remembered by his wife, Audra Nelson of Urbandale; his four children: Kaitlyn, Caleb, Jennifer and Grace all at home; his parents, Robert & Rae Nelson of Grand Rapids, Mich.; one sister, Bobbie Billing and her husband, Mark, of Grand Rapids; one brother, Bruce Nelson of Des Moines; his mother-in-law, Nancy Turnage and her husband, Fred, of Augusta, Kan.; one brother-in-law, Todd Beasley of Riverton, Wyo.; three nieces: Bethanie Billing, Emily Billing and Danielle Beasley; one nephew, C.J. Billing; and a host of friends and co-workers. Bill was preceded in death by his grandparents and his mother-in-law, Alice Beasley.

Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. today, at Westover Baptist Church, where the family will greet friends. The family has respectfully requested that any memorials be made to their children's education fund. Cards of condolences may be offered to the family by sending them to: Westover Funeral Home, c/o The Bill Nelson Family; 6337 Hickman Rd., Des Moines, IA 50322.

John L. Scrimiger

SAN DIEGO, CA - John L. 'Jack' Scrimiger, 76, of San Diego, Calif., died Monday, August 8, 2005, at his home. He was the son of Clyde and Gladys Scrimger and the grandson of Mahlon and Martha Scrimger of Charles City, Iowa. He was born March 2, 1929 in Pasadena, Calif. As a young man, he worked for Bluhm Electric of Charles City, Iowa. He then joined the U.S. Navy in 1946, assigned to submarines as an electrician's mate. After 20 years, he retired as Master Chief Petty Officer in 1966. He then went on to college becoming an Electrical Engineer in San Diego until his retirement. This self-made man was the pride of the family.

He leaves behind his wife Karen; three daughters, Catherine, Debora and Teresa; one son, John L. Jr.; a cousin, Jim Scrimger of Porterville, Calif.; and cousins Dave and Lorna Scrimger of Charles City.

Burial will be today, Friday, August 12, at Glen Abbey Cemetery, Bonita, Calif.

Zoe Margaret (Helms) Andersen

GREENE - A Funeral Mass for Zoe Margaret (Helms) Andersen, 97, of 508 North Fifth Street, Greene will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, August 15, 2005, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Greene, Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery in Greene.

She died Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2005, at the Liebe Care Center in Greene.Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Sunday at Reid's Funeral Chapel in Greene, 519 North First St., where there will be a Scriptural Wake Service at 7 p.m., conducted by the Catholic Daughters of the Americas followed by a Rosary service.

Those planning an expression of sympathy may direct memorials to the Zoe Margaret Andersen Memorial Fund in care of the family.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Reid's Funeral Chapel in Greene, (641) 823-4457.

           Posted on 08/12/2005 by Gene Manning

Marilyn D. Dralle

NASHUA- Marilyn D. Dralle, 62, of Nashua, passed away Friday morning, August 12, 2005 at Hospice of North Iowa in Mason City.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 16 at the United Methodist Church in Nashua. Inurnment will be in Greenwood Cemetery at a later date. Visitation will be from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday at the Hugeback & Chenoweth Funeral Home in Nashua and one hour prior to services at the church on Tuesday. She is survived by her three daughters, Kim (Tim) Schaeffer of Otho, Susan (Brett) Langfritz of Allison and Sheryl (Janaan Trower) Johnson of Waterloo; two brothers, Ronald (Shirley) Becker of Nashua and Charles (Gwen) Becker of Anamosa; on sister, Sherrill (Roger) Smith of Trempealeau, Wis.; three grandchildren, Joshua (Renae) Johnson, Alyssa (Joe) Endelmann and April Langfritz; three great grandchildren, Jack Langfritz, Anna Endelmann and Kya Johnson.Marilyn was preceded in death by her parents, Wilbur and Dorothy Becker.

Marilyn Dorothy Dralle was born July 25, 1943 in Charles City, the daughter of Wilbur and Dorothy (Lindsley) Becker. She attended elementary and high school in Nashua.

She was united in marriage to Robert Dralle on August 7, 1960. To this union three daughters were born. They later divorced. Marilyn worked at Red Owl in Charles City from 1969 to 1980. She then moved to Cedar Rapids and worked at Rockwell - Collins, retiring in 2000. Following retirement, Marilyn moved back to Nashua and in 2001 she started at Floyd County Memorial Hospital as a pharmacy technician.

She enjoyed gardening, painting and crafts. She loved working in her yard and spending time with family and friends.

Online condolences may be left for Marilyn at www.hugebackfuneralhome.com.

Clarence M. Roll

NASHUA - Clarence M. Roll, 73, of Nashua passed away Sunday morning, Aug. 14, 2005 at Allen Memorial Hospital in Waterloo. Memorial services are tentatively being planned for Wednesday at the Hugeback & Chenoweth Funeral Home in Nashua (641) 435-4134, times are pending.

        Posted on 08/15/2005 by Gene Manning

Clarence M. Roll

NASHUA - Clarence M. Roll, 73, of Nashua passed away Sunday morning, August 14, 2005, at Allen Memorial Hospital in Waterloo.

Memorial services will be 5 p.m.. Wednesday, Aug. 17, at the United Methodist Church in Nashua. There will be a time of fellowship for family and friends to greet and share with the family following services from 6-8 p.m. at the church fellowship hall. Memorials may be directed to the family in Clarence's name. On-line condolences may be left for Clarence at www.hugebackfuneralhomes.com. Hugeback & Chenoweth Funeral Home in Nashua (641) 435-4134, is in charge of arrangements.Clarence is survived by his wife, Dixie; two sons, David (Valerie) Roll of Marion and Steve Roll of Council Bluffs; two daughters, Susan (Jim) Toneff of Waterloo and Nancy Roll of Des Moines; four grandchildren, Jennifer (Jacob) Wagner, Kathleen (Chad) Egan, Elizabeth Toneff and Alicia Roll; and two sisters, Audrey Haan and Carolyn (James) Haviland.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Kurt and Nida Roll

Clarence was born Aug. 18, 1931, at Aplington, Iowa, the son of Kurt and Nida (Heese) Roll. He attended school in Aplington. He served with the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict from October of 1952 to November of 1954.

He was united in Marriage to Dixie Norman on December 31, 1951 at the Evangelical reformed United Methodist Church in Dumont. To this union four children were born. They farmed near Dumont until 1972 when they moved to Dumont. In 1971 Clarence started working for Koering-Bantam in Waverly where worked for 22 years before retiring Clarence and Dixie have made their home in Nashua since1977. Clarence was a member of the Nashua V.F.W. and loved being around his grandchildren.

Clarence 'Butch' Larson

FERGUS FALLS, Minn. - Word has been received of the passing of TSgt. (R) Clarence 'Butch' Larson, of Fergus Falls, Minn., at his home in May 2005. He was the last known living survivor in the Iowa-Minnesota region of the Bataan Death March, the Hell Ships and Japan Slave Camp during World War II. Larson was a featured speaker at the 2003 Military History Days event held in Charles City.

         Posted on 08/16/2005 by Gene Manning

Alda L. Rogers

OSAGE, Iowa - Alda L. Rogers, 95, of Osage, formerly of Charles City, died Wednesday afternoon, August 17, 2005, at the Mitchell County Regional Health Center in Osage.

Funeral mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 20, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 1209 State St., in Osage with Rev. John A. Moser presiding. Interment will be at the Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery in Osage.

The family will greet relatives and friends from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Saturday at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Osage, 1209 State St.

Those wishing to extend memorials or expressions of sympathy may direct them to the family in care of Alda's niece, Barbara Martin, 3258 50th St., Riceville, IA, 50472. Thoughts, condolences or stories may also be e-mailed to: www.fullertonfh.com.

The Fullerton-Hage Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 401 Blunt St., Charles City, (641) 228-4211, is in charge of the arrangements.

                 Posted on 08/19/2005

Philip McGinn

Funeral arrangements are incomplete at the Hauser Funeral Home in Charles City for Philip McGinn, 80, of Charles City, who died Monday, August 22, 2005, of natural causes.

                 Posted 08/23/2005

Judy J. Grant

ELDRIDGE, Iowa - Judy J. Grant, 67, of Eldridge, Iowa, the sister of Patricia LaBarge of Charles City, passed away on August 18, 2005, at her home. Funeral services will be held today, Aug. 24, at 10 a.m. at the Runge Mortuary and Crematory, with cremation rites and inurnment at the Oakdale Memorial Gardens in Davenport.

Memorials may be made to Genesis VNA Hospice House or the American Cancer Society. Online condolences may be made at RungeMortuary.com.

Philip McGinn

Philip J. McGinn, 80, of Charles City, died Monday, August 22, 2005, after a lengthy illness.

A funeral Mass for Philip McGinn will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Aug. 26, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Reverend Carl Ries, pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. Military honors will be conducted by the Charles City Ceremonial Unit

Friends may call at the Hauser Funeral Home in Charles City from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 25, where there will be a Vigil Scriptural Wake Service at 7 p.m. followed by the Rosary being led by the Knights of Columbus. Visitation will continue at the church an hour prior to the Mass.

Philip Joseph McGinn was born Aug. 22, 1925, at New Hampton, the son of Frank and Mayme (Galligan) McGinn. He graduated from Lawler High School and attended Loras College. Philip proudly served in the United States Marines in Okinawa and China during World War II. On Sept. 13, 1947, he was married to Rebecca Murphy at Lawler. From 1951 to 1971, they lived in Mason City and then moved to Charles City. They later divorced. Phil was then united in marriage to Mary Heddinger Clark on July 22, 1981, in Minnesota. He was employed as a rural mail carrier for many years at Floyd. He was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus where he served as Grand Knight while in Mason City, V.F.W., Floyd County Veterans Commission, the Moose Lodge, Floyd Lions Club, and Alcoholics Anonymous for over 30 years. His interests included pull tabs, playing cards, visiting, bowling and playing golf. Philip was a very sociable person and will always be remembered for his ability to visit with anyone.

Living family members include his wife, Mary of Charles City; his seven children and their families, David (Ginger) McGinn, Matt and Erin of Holland, Mich., Jon (Jeanne) McGinn and Meggan of Fridley, Minn.; Thomas (Brenda) McGinn, Stephanie and Michael of Charles City; Jan Rawley, Jesse and Jon, and fianc/ Kelly Christensen of Charles City; Patrick McGinn, Leah and Luke, and fianc/ Ann Freiberg of Charles City; Michele (Michael) Carter, Karrey and Kelley of Iowa City, and Mary Kathryn 'Katy' McGinn, Maggie, Joshua, Caitlyn and Dylan of Charles City; two great grandchildren, Rylie and Henry; Mary's children and families, Bo (Lara) Clark and Mia of Boston, Mass., and Michelle (Patrick) Boyle of Des Moines.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Charles and Bud McGinn; and a sister, Mary Mandahl.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the family.

The Hauser Funeral Home, (641) 228-2323, www.hauserfh.com, in Charles City, is in charge of arrangements.

            Posted on 08/24/2005 by Gene Manning

Ames Fosse

NASHUA - Ames D. Fosse, 85, of Nashua passed away Tuesday morning, August 23, 2005, at the New Hampton Care Center in New Hampton.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday, August 26, 2005, at the United Methodist Church in Nashua, with Pastor Karl Schlitz officiating. Nelda Shepard will be the organist playing "I Was There for Your Borning Cry, " "This Is My Father's World" and "Hymn of Promise." Committal services will be 2:30 p.m. at the Geneseo Methodist Cemetery near Dysart.

Visitation will be Thursday from 4-7 p.m., with a 6:45 p.m. Masonic Service at the Hugeback & Chenoweth Funeral Home in Nashua and one hour prior to services at the church on Friday. Memorials may be directed to the Nashua Lion's Club Scholarship Fund, 1287 220th Street, Ionia, IA 50645.

Ames Delworth Fosse was born March 30, 1920, at Cresco, Iowa, the son of Olin and Della (Hickey) Fosse. He attended school in Ridgeway and graduated from Ridgeway High School in 1937. He then attended Luther College for one year. From 1938 to 1942, Ames worked at the Grand Theatre in Wellman, Standard Oil in Ridgeway and managed the Mars Theatre in LaPorte City. He was then employed by John Deere and Co. from 1942 to 1948 in Waterloo and then at the new plant in Ankeny until 1964. He then joined Hydrotile Machinery Co. in Nashua, where he worked until his retirement in 1985.

Ames was united in marriage to Beatrice Jane Kerr on October 24, 1953, in the Geneseo Methodist Church. To this union two sons were born.

Ames loved trout fishing and college basketball. He was a 50 year member of the Masonic Lodge, member of United Methodist Church, Nashua Lions Club and Nashua Boat Club. He also served on the Nashua City Council from 1974 to 1983.

Ames is survived by his wife, Beatrice; two sons, Kirby Fosse (Valerie) of Ionia and Rick (Karen) Fosse of Iowa City; two grandchildren, Emily and Sam Fosse both of Iowa City; one sister, Lorna Fosse of Reno, Nev.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Olin and Della (Hickey) Fosse; his step-mother; two brothers: Adrian and Marvin Fosse; a sister, Vivian Fosse; a step-sister, Dorothy.

The Hugeback & Chenoweth Funeral Home, 319 Main St., Nashua, Iowa 50658, (641) 435-4134, is in charge of the arrangements.

Mary M. Rethame

NEW HAMPTON - Mary M. Rethamel, 81, of New Hampton, died Monday, Aug. 22, 2005, at her home.

A Mass of Christian Burial was held at 6 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 24, at Holy Family Parish - St. Joseph Center. Private family interment took place today, August 25, at Calvary Cemetery in New Hampton.

Visitation will be held 30 minutes prior to the Mass Thursday at the church. Online condolences for Mary may be left at www.hugebackfuneralhome.com.

The Hugeback & Chenoweth Funeral Home, New Hampton, (641) 394-4334, is in charge of the arrangements.

       Posted on 08/25/2005 by Gene Manning

Lucile C. Trappe

Lucile C. Trappe, 82, of 2371 Windfall Ave., Charles City, died early Thursday morning, August 25, 2005, at the 11th Street Chautauqua Guest Home in Charles City.

Lucile fought a courageous battle with breast cancer, first diagnosed three years ago. Following radiation treatments and a two-year remission, Lucile again faced the revenging affects of her disease in April when her cancer returned, this time targeting her brain.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 27, at Messiah Lutheran Church, 705 Third Ave. in Charles City, with Rev. Dennis Niezwaag officiating. Interment will be in Riverside Cemetery in Charles City.

The family will greet relatives and friends from 4-8 p.m. Friday at Fullerton-Hage Funeral Home, 401 Blunt Street in Charles City with a "Time of Sharing" beginning at 7 p.m. The visitation will continue at the church one hour prior to Lucile's service.

Those wishing to extend memorials or expressions of sympathy may direct them to the Lucile C. Trappe Memorial Fund or to the Women of the Moose in Charles City, which she was a member of.

Lucile Clara Louise Carolyn Trappe was born Sept. 4, 1922 in Ionia, to Albert and Amanda Harnich Heise. She was the fourth child and first daughter of six children born to her parents. Lucile graduated from Charles City High School and furthered her education in Cedar Falls, completing her teaching certificate (Normal Training). She has spent all of her life in the Charles City area.

While teaching at the Charles City rural country school, Lucile met Merlin Venz and the couple was united in marriage in 1943. Merlin died in 1954, leaving behind a very determined Lucile and four young children.

Lucile was a dedicated mother in the responsibility of raising her children, always sacrificing and giving of herself in their interest. She was the sole financial supporter in her home, was a strong woman, and knew the true meaning of manual labor. Her children and family fondly remember Lucile's freshly baked cookies, sweet rice and pies. They claim her potato salad was among the best.

After Lucile's children were grown, she attended a dance at the Surf in Clear Lake, where she met Willard H. Trappe. They married at St. James Lutheran Church in Mason City on May 23, 1989. Together, they treasured dancing at the Moose Lodge and looking forward to attending and dancing at the annual Polka Fest in Monona.

Some of Lucile's leisure activities, interests and hobbies included flower and vegetable gardening, sewing clothing, fishing with Willard, creating craft items and cooking. She is described as a loving and positive woman who had only kind words toward others. Lucile was a calm and accepting person who had a "magical personality," always desiring peace for herself and those around her.

Lucile may be well-remembered in the area communities as she was employed at the Nashua/Waverly Lockers where she packaged meat for approximately 26 years. She also enjoyed volunteering at the Moose Lodge in Charles City.

Sadly missing Lucile is her husband, Willard H. Trappe of Charles City; her son, Alan (Renee) Venz of Northwood; her three daughters, Nancy (Larry) Joyce of Georgetown, Ind., Linda (Rex) Bates of Loveland, Colo. and Judy (Steve) Lindquist of Richmond, Texas; Willard's children, Shirley Peterson and Cheryl Rennal of Wisconsin, William (Linda) Trappe of Slab City, Wis., and Richard (Carolyn) Trappe of Mason City; her siblings, Bernice Troge, Florence (Virgil) Greenzweig and Wilbur Heise, all of Charles City. She will also be a cherished memory of her special friend, Dolly Theilen, numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren and many other relatives and friends.

Preceding Lucile in death are her parents, Albert and Amanda Heise; her first husband, Merlin Venz; her infant brother, Delbert Heise; her brother, Harold Heise; Willard's son, Harlan Dean Trappe; her niece, Dawn Greenzweig and two nephews, Larry Heise and Larry Chroup.

Thoughts, condolences and stories may be e-mailed to the family on the www.fullertonfh.com Web site.

            Posted on 08/26/2005

Wonda Johnson

Wonda Johnson, 87, Charles City, died on Aug. 26, 2005 at the Floyd County Memorial Hospital. Funeral Services for Wonda Johnson will be held 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, at the Hauser Funeral Home, Charles City with Rev. LaVonne Kaasa, pastor of Grace United Methodist Church in Floyd officiating. Burial will be in the Oakwood Cemetery, rural Floyd.

Friends may call at the Hauser Funeral Home, Charles City, from 5-7 p.m. on Monday evening. Visitation will continue at the Funeral Home one hour prior to the service. Memorials may be directed to the Hospice of North Iowa.Wonda Elnora Sigler was born April 21, 1918, on the family farm, rural Floyd, to Alonzo and Myrtle (Brittin) Sigler. She was the youngest of ten children and was raised on the family farm attending Floyd county schools.

On March 11, 1939, she was united in marriage to Gilbert "Gib" Johnson in Manly. During Wonda's married life she and Gib were farmers. She helped him work in the fields and operated the tractors and equipment. Gib always told people that Wonda was his "hired man." They had no children and were almost always seen together. They took several trips to South Dakota to visit Gib's family, attended the local sporting events, fairs and carnivals. They always kept their farming equipment, home, and surroundings in perfect order and condition. Upon their retirement they moved to Charles City. Gib was killed in a traffic accident in March 1988. Wonda was with him at the time but was not seriously injured.

She loved working in her yard and being outside when the weather permitted. She continued to live in her home until November 2001, when a stroke forced her to change her lifestyle. Wonda loved her family and friends who came to visit her on a regular basis. Her good friend, Eileen Burkhardt spent a great deal of time with her.

Living family members include one brother, Lavern (Joyce) Sigler, Charles City; several nieces and nephews; and sister-in-law, Bertha Kjar, Akron. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Gib; and brothers, Oliver, Clifford, and Martin Sigler; and sisters, Esta Holtz, Edna Sigler, Charlotta Toebe, Opal Canfield, and Londa Bonewitz.

The Hauser Funeral Home, (641) 228-2323, www.hauserfh.com, in Charles City, is in charge of arrangements.

Freda Pegors

Freda Pegors, 99, of Charles City, died on Friday, Aug. 26, 2005, at the Salsbury Baptist Home. Graveside Services for Freda Pegors will be held 1:30 p.m., Tuesday at Sunnyside Memory Gardens, Charles City, with Rev. Paul Wilcox, Pastor of Trinity United Methodist Church, Charles City, officiating.

Freda P. Wilkie was born March 8, 1906, in Marshalltown, the daughter of Louis P. and Sena (Hoseman) Wilkie. She was raised in the area and attended country school. She was united in marriage to Claude Pegors in 1931 at the Steel County Fair, Owatonna, Minn. Freda spent most of her life in the Charles City area and was a mother and housewife and also babysat in people's homes.Living relatives include one sister, Edna Boettcher, Estherville, and two brothers, Ralph (Berniece) Wilkie, Owatonna, Minn.; and Delmar (Adeline) Wilkie, New York; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; two sons, Paul and Clifford Pegors; two brothers, and three sisters.

The Hauser Funeral Home, (641) 228-2323, www.hauserfh.com, in Charles City, is in charge of arrangements.

       Posted on 08/29/2005 by Gene Manning

James Buschmeyer

MARBLE ROCK - James Buschmeyer, 33, of Marble Rock, died Sunday, Aug. 28, 2005, at the Methodist Hospital in Rochester, Minn., following a courageous fight with leukemia.

Funeral services for James Buschmeyer will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at the Hauser Funeral Home. Rev. A.C. Wegner, pastor of the Faith Bible Church, will officiate. Burial will be in Sunnyside Memory Gardens.

Friends may call at the Hauser Funeral Home in Charles City from 11 a.m. until service time on Thursday.

James Frances Buschmeyer was born July 21, 1972, in Omaha, Neb., the son of Edward and Nancy (Thomas) Buschmeyer. He graduated in 1990 from Saint Edward High School in Saint Edward, Neb. James attended Platte College in Columbus, Neb., worked for several years in Columbus in the automotive parts industry and then returned to Platte College to attain his computer networking degree in 2004. On Oct.13, 2000, he was united in marriage to Theresa Springer Berends in Columbus, Neb. They were the parents of two children, both of who died in infancy. James and Theresa moved to Marble Rock in 2004, where James was employed by Curries Manufacturing in Mason City until the time of his illness. He will always be remembered by his family and friends as a very strong man with a wonderful and unique sense of humor and outlook on life. He was devoted to his family, had a warm fondness for animals and found great joy in many forms of music. James will be greatly missed, always loved and always remembered.

Living family members include his wife, Theresa, and three step children, Bethany, Kayla and Devin all of Marble Rock; his parents, Edward and Nancy Buschmeyer of Saint Edward, Neb., and many extended family members.

He was preceded in death by his children, Christian James Thomas Buschmeyer and Jamie Elizabeth Buschmeyer; his maternal grandparents, Lillian and Howard Thomas and his paternal grandparents, Henry 'Boney' and Gretchen Buschmeyer and several aunts and uncles.

The Hauser Funeral Home, (641) 228-2323, www.hauserfh.com, in Charles City, is in charge of arrangements.

Edward Kelly

MUSCATINE - Edward Charles Kelly, 47, formerly of Muscatine, died Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2005, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, after a long illness.

Funeral services were held Friday, Aug. 26, at the Ralph J. Wittich-Riley-Freers Funeral Home in Muscatine. Burial was at St. Mary's Cemetery, also in Muscatine.

Online condolences may be left for the Kelly family at the funeral home's Web site, www.wittichfuneralhome.com.

The Ralph J. Wittich-Riley-Freers Funeral Home in Muscatine, 1931 Houser St., Muscatine, was in charge of arrangements.

Friederike Tarr

HIGHLANDS RANCH, Colo. - Friends in the Colwell area have received word of the death of Friederike Tarr, 69, on Saturday, Aug. 27, 2005, in a Hospice in Highlands Ranch, Colo. Mrs. Tarr was pastor of Colwell U.C.C. from 1995 to 1998.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 17, at the United Church of Christ in Cedar Falls.

She is survived by her husband, John; two sons and one daughter; as well as five grandchildren; and one brother living in Germany; and nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and this summer by her twin sister, Inge.

          Posted on 08/30/2005 by Gene Manning