September 2013

Obituary Archive

Floyd County

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Anderson, Ann M.
Baehne, Neva Marlys Clapp
Bartz, Darlyne
Beine, Susan
Bennett, Timothy P.
Deetz, Gladys Joan
Eikenberry, Dean
Frenz, Tanya L.
Hart, Ruth Elizabeth
Hults, Helen M.
Kapka, Hazel O. (Cerwinske)
Klingseis, Irene Gertrude
Kraus, John Vincent
Lansing, Madelyn
Lindsay, Robert John

Maeby, Betty Lou
Marzen, Inez Mae (Franke)
Maschek, Carol
Masemann, Melvin Alfred
Medlin, George William
Neymeyer, Norma Lee
Potratz, Alexander Ray
Schweizer, Joyce M.
Stadtlander, Shirley
Vance, Alvin Richard
Vining, Susan Mary (Jones)
Walker, Douglas Keith
Wilson, Jesse William
Wood, C. Leslie
Zubrod, Michael Lee

Robert John (Bob) Lindsay
Nora Springs, Iowa - "The bases are loaded and the pressure's on. The ball's on the two-yard line and it's the Hawkeyes last chance at a bowl berth. It's a six-foot putt and he really needs to sink it for a place in history. Only 30 seconds and the Vikings will be in the playoffs."
It was sports that many believe Bob lived for. He was the consummate sports fan. Whether it was professional, collegiate, high school or junior high, Bob was a fan. But it had to be an Iowa team (and in a very limited circumstance, Minnesota, as in the Vikings and Twins) or specifically North Iowa and especially Nora Springs games, and Bob knew who won or lost.
But if you thought sports were what Bob was about, you'd be wrong. As much as Bob loved sports, he loved his family even more. That was what defined who he was. And you can speak to any of his children, grandchildren or even great-grandchildren, and they'll tell you about how close and supportive he was to each and every one of them. Bob never said no to his family.
Robert Lindsay "Bob" died on August 30, 2013, at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester of complications from surgery. He was 83 years old.
A celebration of Bob's life will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, September 3, 2013, at the United Methodist Church in Nora Springs with Pastor Wendy Johanasen and Pastor Jerry Avise-Rouse officiating. Inurnment will be at a later date in the Park Cemetery.
Visitation will be held from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Monday with a Masonic Service at 6 p.m. at the Sheckler Colonial Chapel, 114 North Hawkeye, Nora Springs. Visitation will also be held one hour prior to service time on Tuesday at the church.
The family of Bob's would like to suggest that those wishing to give a memorial in his memory may wish to consider memorial contributions be made to the Robert J. Lindsay Memorial Fund.
Bob Lindsay was born in Mason City, Iowa, on March 16, 1930. He was the only child of Prescott and Dorothy Barbour Lindsay.
Bob attended Portland No. 4 Country School through seventh grade and then graduated from Nora Springs High School in 1947. He married Wilma Pirie in Mason City on July 8, 1951. They celebrated their 62nd anniversary this year.
Although Bob was a dairy and grain farmer in the prime of his career, he also served on the Portland Elevator Board, the Nora Springs School Board, the North Iowa Fair Board and was a 4-H leader for the Portland Blue Ribbon Feeders. He also was a member of Kiwanis Club, the Masonic Lodge, served on numerous committees for Nora Springs Methodist Church, and spent his last years as Chairman of the Board of Directors of Omnitel Communications. He was employed by NAU Country Insurance as a Claims Manager, a job he truly loved, working with people he felt were extended family.
He is survived by his wife, Wilma, son Brian (Deb) Lindsay, daughter Brenda (William Nelson) Lindsay, daughter-in-law Cindy Lindsay, grandchildren Eric Lindsay, Erin (Jason) Crum, Sunni (Jim) Lensing, Nathan (Katie) Lindsay, Jill (Jess) Berman, Emily Garner and Erin Garner, and 13 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his youngest child, Phil, and daughter-in-law Carly Lindsay. To those who have lost a son or daughter, the loss is devastating. When the loss is your youngest and he shares all your interests and thoughts, the loss is doubly difficult. Bob persevered and channeled the grief into love for the rest of his family.
Bob will be missed by not only his family, but also by all of the many friends he accumulated through the years. It was said that there were few places in North America where Bob couldn't find someone he could call a friend, and a true friend at that.
Arrangements by Sheckler Colonial Chapel, 641-749-2210, www.colonialchapels.com
Source: Mason City Globe Gazette, Sept. 1, 2013

Gladys Joan Deetz
Gladys Joan Deetz, 77, of Charles City died at Floyd County Memorial Hospital.
A graveside service and inurnment will be held on Friday September 6, 2013, at 11 a.m. in Calvary Cemetery in Charles City. Sister Diana Blong from Immaculate Conception Church will officiate at the burial. Memorials can be made to the family of Gladys.
Gladys was born in Howard County, Iowa on March 22, 1936, to Edwin and Agnes (Marik) Thompson.
On July 17, 1956, she was united in marriage to Vern Deetz. Unto this marriage seven children where born.
Gladys loved music and everything about it, she wrote many songs, she could play a few instruments, like violin, mandolin, accordion, but the guitar was what she was really good at. She played in a band by the name of Diamond T Cowboys for years. She was very proud of the fact that she was in the Foster Grandparent program, and these children were very lucky to have her. They were just as important to her as her own children.
Gladys was involved in the St. Catherine's Circle at Immaculate Conception Church. She enjoyed volunteering at the Treasure Chest in Charles City. Gladys also enjoyed playing cards and doing crossword puzzles. Gladys wrote poems that will be remembered by those closest to her. The one thing you could say about Gladys is she would not take no for an answer, also this was a woman who was loved by everyone who knew her. And the one thing Gladys would say to you is "you just have to play the hand you are dealt."
Gladys is survived by her seven children, Steven (Judy) Deetz of Charles City, David (Kay) Deetz of Forest City, Shelia (Don) Novak of Spirit Lake, Lori (Mark) Johnson of Charles City, Brian (Kathy) Deetz of Charles City, Kevin Deetz of Floyd, and Sharla Sylvester of Mason City. Her sisters Geraldine Johnson of New Hampton, Genevieve Swietzer of New Hampton, and Grace (Arnold) Deetz of Charles City. Gladys has a brother, Garland (Diane) Thompson of Charles City. Also left to cherish her memory are her many loving grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Gladys will be greatly missed by all those who knew her.
She was preceded in death by her parents Edwin and Agnes, her husband Vern, a granddaughter Samantha Rose, and brothers, Raymond and Jimmy Thompson.
Charles City Press - Sept. 5, 2013

Timothy P. Bennett
Feb. 25, 1953 - Aug. 30, 2013
Timothy P. Bennett, 60, formerly of Nashua, passed away Friday, August 30, 2013, in Sun City, Calif., succumbing to cancer after a nine-month illness.
A graveside service will be held at the St. Michael's Catholic Cemetery in Nashua on September 18, 2013, at 11 a.m.
Tim was born in Waverly to Richard J. Bennett Jr. and Helene Bennett on February 25, 1953. He grew up in Nashua where he attended school and where he graduated in 1971. Tim then attended vocational school in Waterloo where he trained for architectural drafting and went to work at an architectural firm in Waterloo. He later worked for building contractor before moving to Denver, Colorado in 1991 where he worked for a building supply company.
The last 13 years of his life were spent in Southern California as a maintenance manager for two large apartment complexes. Tim has been remembered fondly and with great admiration by the many tenants that he helped with their maintenance needs and also by his co-workers. He was known for his quiet and kind demeanor and gentle approach when helpingothers.
Surviving Tim are his father Richard Bennett Jr. and stepmother Merle Bennett of Nashua, his sister Connie Halter and spouse Ted Halter of Mankato, Minn., and his step-brothers Lynn Doyle of Cedar Falls, Larry Doyle and spouse Jan Doyle of Pine City, Minnesota, and step-sister, Lorene Hirsch of Nashua.
He is preceded in death by his mother, Helene Bennett and his brother, John Bennett.
Source: Charles City Press, 9/9/2013

Madelyn Lansing
Madelyn Lansing, 67, of Ossian, Iowa, died Thursday, September 5, 2013, at Winneshiek Medical Center, Decorah, Iowa.
Arrangements are pending with Schmitz-Grau Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Ossian, Iowa.
Source: Charles City Press, 9/9/2013

Tanya L. Frenz
Tanya L. Frenz, 38, of Nora Springs, Iowa, died Friday September 6, 2013 at the Mercy Medical Center North Iowa, Mason City, Iowa.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday (September 12, 2013) at Sheckler Colonial Chapel, 114 N. Hawkeye Ave., Nora Springs, with Pastor Wendy Johannesen officiating.
The family will greet friends one hour prior to Tanya's service on Thursday.
Should friends desire, memorials may be left in Tanya's name in care of her family.
Tanya was born August 11, 1975 in Globe, Arizona the daughter of Al and Betty (Holding) Frenz. She moved with her family to Mason City, Iowa where she graduated from Mason City High School in 1994.
She was a loving daughter and enjoyed spending time and taking care of her mother and step father.
She enjoyed playing DS; Wii; watching sports, especially the Minnesota Vikings; collecting Teddy Bears and being with her companion dog, Willie.
Tanya is survived by her mother Betty Frenz and step father Jerry Hinkel, Nora Springs, Iowa; siblings Shari (Greg) Vick, Owatonna, Minnesota, Michele Hinkel, Mason City, Iowa and Greg (Dawn) Hinkel, Northwood, Iowa; several aunts, uncles, and cousins and her companion dog, Willie.
She was preceded in death by her grandparents and father Al Frenz.
Source: Sheckler Colonial Chapel website, Sept. 10, 2013

John Vincent Kraus
Birth: August 11, 1922
Death: September 8, 2013
Service Date: Wednesday, September 11, 2013 at 10:30 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church
John Kraus, 91, of Charles City, died Sunday, September 8, 2013, at Cedar Health in Charles City.
A funeral Mass for John Kraus will be held 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Reverend Mel Hemann will preside at the Mass. 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 from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday where there will be a Scriptural Prayer Service at 7 p.m. Visitation will continue Wednesday at the church an hour prior to the service.
John Vincent Kraus was born August 11, 1922, at Stephen, Minnesota, the son of John F. and Agatha (Hemann) Kraus. He received his education at Visitation Academy in Stacyville. John proudly served in the Army Air Corps during World War II spending time in the Asiatic Pacific Theater. On August 3, 1944, he was united in marriage to Bernadette Koenigs at Sacred Heart Church in Meyer. They moved to Charles City in 1965.
John worked as a mail courier for a brief time and for 23 years as Director of Housekeeping and Safety at the Floyd County Medical Center. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus, Catholic Order of Foresters, Environmental Managers Association where he served twice as president, National Executive Housekeepers Association, Veterans of Foreign Wars, American Legion and Iowa Fireman's Association. John was a volunteer fireman and also volunteered with Heart to Home Hospice.
He enjoyed camping, fishing, boating, traveling and collecting key chains. One of the highlights of his life was going on the Honor Flight to Washington D.C. to see the World War II Memorial.
John will always be remembered for his knack of telling jokes. Family was always important to John and he looked forward to spending time with them and sharing life's experiences.
Living family members include his wife, Bernadette of Charles City; six children, Kay (Dick) Deist of Charles City, Allan (Brenda) Kraus of Stradford, Karen (Virgil) Burns of Charles City, Gary Kraus of Charles City, Mary (John) Hofkes of Chipawa Falls, Wisc. and Jean (Steve) Shannon of Charles City; 17 grandchildren; 38 great-grandchildren; and 24 great-great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; great granddaughter, Makinzey Nierling; a brother, Robert Kraus and a sister, Gertrude Halbach.
Hauser Funeral Home website, Sept. 10, 2013

John Kraus
John Kraus, 91, of Charles City, died Sunday, September 8, 2013, at Cedar Health in Charles City. A funeral Mass for John Kraus will be held 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Reverend Mel Hemann will preside at the Mass. 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 from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday where there will be a Scriptural Prayer Service at 7 p.m. Visitation will continue Wednesday at the church an hour priorto the service.
John Vincent Kraus was born August 11, 1922, at Stephen, Minn., the son of John F. and Agatha (Hemann) Kraus. He received his education at Visitation Academy in Stacyville. John proudly served in the Army Air Corps during World War II spending time in the Asiatic Pacific Theater.
On August 3, 1944, he was united in marriage to Bernadette Koenigs at Sacred Heart Church in Meyer. They moved to Charles City in 1965. John worked as a mail courier for a brief time and for 23 years as Director of Housekeeping and Safety at the Floyd County Medical Center. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus, Catholic Order of Foresters, Environmental Managers Association where he served twice as president, National Executive Housekeepers Association, Veterans of Foreign Wars, American Legion and Iowa Fireman's Association. John was a volunteer fireman and also volunteered with Heart to Home Hospice.
He enjoyed camping, fishing, boating, traveling and collecting key chains. One of the highlights of his life was going on the Honor Flight to Washington D.C. to see the World War II Memorial. John will always be remembered for his knack of telling jokes. Family was always important to John and he looked forward to spending time with them and sharing life's experiences.
Living family members include his wife, Bernadette of Charles City; six children, Kay (Dick) Deist of Charles City, Allan (Brenda) Kraus of Stradford, Karen (Virgil) Burns of Charles City, Gary Kraus of Charles City, Mary (John) Hofkes of Chippewa Falls, Wis. and Jean (Steve) Shannon of Charles City; 17 grandchildren; 38 greatgrandchildren; and 24 great-great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; great granddaughter, Makinzey Nierling; a brother, Robert Kraus and a sister, Gertrude Halbach. The Hauser Funeral Home, 641-228-2323, in Charles City, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.hauserfh.com.
Source: Charles City Press website, 10 SEP 2013

Melvin Alfred Masemann
Melvin A. Masemann, age 87, of Alta Vista, Iowa, died on Saturday, September 7, 2013 at Linn Haven Rehab and Healthcare in New Hampton. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 12, at Zion Lutheran Church in Alta Vista with Rev. Vincent Fricke and Rev. Kevin Frey officiating. Burial will be in the Union Cemetery at Alta Vista with Rich Miller, Gary Recker, Steve Recker, Dan Franzen, Bob Savre and Arden Lembcke serving as casketbearers.
Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 11, at the Conway-Markham Funeral Homein Elma and will continue one hour prior to the service at the church. Memorials can be made to Zion Lutheran Church or the American Cancer Society. Online condolences for Melvin's family may be left at www.conway-markhamfh.com.
Melvin Alfred Masemann was born August 28, 1926, the son of Fred and Edna (Shuhert) Masemann on a farm near Alta Vista. He was baptized Oct. 3, 1926 at Zion Lutheran Church and remained an active member of the Lutheran faith throughout his life. He graduated in 1943 from Alta Vista High School. On April 28, 1956, he was united in marriage to Marion Jeane Stueber and they later divorced. He resided in the Alta Vista area throughout his lifetime where he was actively engaged in farming.
Melvin is a Korean War veteran having served his country as a light anti-aircraft artillery fire control crewman from 1953-1955. He received the National Defense Service Medal during his time of service. He was very proud that he was able to march as a veteran in the Memorial Day parade for 49 consecutive years after his discharge.
Melvin was actively involved in Farm Bureau, having served as a Farm Bureau president. He was a member of the Chickasaw County Republican Party and a life-long member of Zion Lutheran Church. He served in various church council positions including secretary and treasurer. Melvin and his family were recognized as the State of Iowa Farm Bureau Family of the year in 1971 and he was proud to be recognized as the owner of a Family Century Farm. He enjoyed sports and was an avid Chicago Cubs baseball fan and Iowa Hawkeye Football fan. He also enjoyed reading, music and spending time with his children and grandchildren.
Melvin is survived by one son Kevin Masemann and his significant other Jennifer Sobotka of Nevada, Iowa; two daughters Sandra Wettach and husband Dr. David Wettach of Muscatine, and Pamela Brown and husband Chris Brown of Waukee; four grandchildren Taylor Wettach of Mikata-gun, Hyogo, Japan, Collin Wettach, Monica and Eric Brown. He is also survived by his niece Nancy Dominick of Salida, Colo. and nephew Randy Erion of Decorah.
Melvin was preceded in death by his parents Fred and Edna Masemann, his sister and brother-in-law Delors and Orlo Erion and one granddaughter Valerie Brown.
Source: Charles City Press website, 10 SEP 2013

Irene Gertrude Klingseis
Irene Klingseis, 94, passed away on September 6, 2013, at Northcrest Community in Ames. A Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 11 at St. Cecilia Catholic Church in Ames. Visitation will be one hour prior the service. Burial will be in Ames MunicipalCemetery.
Irene Gertrude Klingseis was born Dec. 25, 1918, to Warren and Amelia (Hartmann) Palmer in Charles City. Irene received her education in the Floyd County schools and Hamilton Business College in Mason City. She had been a resident of Ames since 1938. Irene worked as a telephone operator at Northwestern Bell, a secretary at Selective Service andas a secretary for the Ames Community School District.
She married Paul Klingseis on November 10, 1945, in Ames. She was a member of St. Cecilia Catholic Church.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Paul on August 15, 1994; her brothers, Kenneth Palmer, Keith Palmer and Bernard Palmer; and her sisters, Bernice Stanley and Mary Lou Minard.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be designated to St. Cecilia Education Center. Adams Funeral Home in Ames is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences and photos may be shared at www.adamssoderstrum.com
Source: Charles City Press website, 10 SEP 2013

Alvin Richard Vance
Jan. 30, 1921 - Sept. 10, 2013
Alvin Vance, 92, of Charles City, Iowa, died Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2013, at the Floyd County Medical Center in Charles City.
Funeral services for Alvin Vance will be held 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the First Congregational Church. Pastor Forrest Cornelius will officiate. Burial will be in Sunnyside Memory Gardens rural Charles City. Military honors will be conducted by the Charles City Ceremonial Unit.
Friends may call at the Hauser Funeral Home from 5-8 p.m. Friday and Saturday at the church an hour prior to the service.
Alvin Richard Vance was born January 30, 1921, at Floyd, the son of Clifford and Ethel (Hennick) Vance. He graduated from Floyd High School in 1938. Alvin served in the United States Navy during World War II. On August 9, 1964, he was united in marriage to Dorothy Wheat. They lived in the Charles City area all of their lives. Alvin was proprietor of Bee Line Body Shop for many years. He was a member of the First Congregational Church and Heritage Club. His interests included gardening, golfing, going to sporting events especially wrestling, and taking care of his yard.
Living family members include two children, Vickie (Chris) Sehy of Bozeman, Mont., and Eugene Huffman of Fulton, N.Y.; three grandchildren, Nick (Kim) Huffman, Kayla Huffman and Hawk Sehy; a brother, Dale Vance of Floyd; a sister, Barbara (Jerry) Sudol of Nashua; and a sister-in-law, Jean Vance of Charles City.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Dorothy on Aug. 22, 2010; two brothers, Clair and Wayne Vance; and a sister, Marjorie Stiles.
The Hauser Funeral Home, 641-228-2323, in Charles City, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.hauserfh.com.
Source: Charles City Press website, Sept. 11, 2013

Betty Lou Maeby
Nov. 29, 1924 - Sept. 5, 2013
Betty L. Maeby, age 88, of Anaheim, California, and formerly of Nashua, Iowa, died on Thursday September 5, 2013, at her home in Anaheim.
A private family graveside service will be held.
Betty Lou Maeby was born on November 29, 1924, in Oelwein, the only daughter of William and Leta (Barr) Stevenson. At the age of eight years old, her family moved to Nashua to help run Barr's Cafe.
Betty attended school in Nashua and was a graduate from Nashua High School in 1942. In November of 1942, she married Lloyd C. Maeby from Charles City. To this union two children were born. She remained in Nashua while Lloyd was deployed in the air corps during World War II.
After returning from the war the family moved to California, because of opportunities for Lloyd in the aircraft industry. Betty often remarked that her heart would always be in Iowa.
Betty worked in the family cafe and the school office in Nashua. She also spent time working for the Oliver Corporation in Charles City. She found her greatest joy working in animal hospitals in California.
Betty had a love of many animals, especially dogs and cats. She fed and cared for many homeless, hungry, and injured animals. Spending time with these animals always brought her great joy. Time spent with her children and grandchildren was always looked forward to and cherished.
Betty is survived by one daughter, Patricia (Cole) Rez of Anaheim, Calif., one granddaughter, Pamela (Eric Maguire) Luna ofAnaheim, Calif., two great-grandchildren, Brandie and Blake Luna of Anaheim, Calif.
She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Lloyd, and a son, Joel.
Source: Charles City Press website, Sept. 11, 2013

Shirley Stadtlander
May 13, 1934 - Sept. 9, 2013
MASON CITY - Shirley I. Stadtlander, 79, of Mason City, died Monday Sept. 9, 2013, at St. Mary's Hospital in Rochester, Minn. after a courageous battle with cancer.
A memorial Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 12, at Epiphany Parish - St. Joseph Catholic Church, 302 5th St. S.E., Mason City. Inurnment will follow in Elmwood - St. Joseph Cemetery, Mason City.
A visitation with public viewing will be held Wednesday evening Sept. 11, from 4-7 p.m. at Hogan Bremer Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 3rd St. N.E., Mason City where the Rosary will be recited at 3:45 p.m. and a Scriptural Wake service will take place at 6:30 p.m.
Shirley Irene Paulus was born on May 13, 1934, the daughter of Philip and Thelma Paulus in a farmhouse near Rockford. She and her older sister, Marlys, attended Country School No. 4 through eighth grade before graduating from Rockford High School. During her early years Shirley enjoyed tap dancing and performing in tap recitals. She was crowned North Iowa Band Queen and Homecoming Queen her senior year.
On April 16, 1953, Shirley was united in marriage to Delbert "Digger" Stadtlander at Holy Name Catholic Church in Rockford; together they would share 56 wonderful years of marriage. Shortly after their nuptials Delbert was called to duty for the United States Army.
Shirley was very active throughout her life. In her younger years she enjoyed traveling with her family on various trips and vacations, as well as camping and fishing with her neighbors and friends. In later years she could be found playing cards, especially 500, or working on ceramics, always giving her projects to family and friends.
Shopping was also a favorite pastime of Shirley's, on the weekends she delighted in going for shopping trips with her daughter and grandkids, and was always searching for the best deals!
For many years Shirley worked at Iowa Kemper Insurance Company as well as for Bob Walters. She then began working for Rick Ermer with whom she'd be employed with until her passing.
Shirley was a loving and devoted grandmother, always making time to attended the grandchildren's band and choir concerts as well as sporting events. She will be remembered for her strong faith and sense of perseverance; she never gave up!
Those grateful in sharing in her life are her children, Scott Stadtlander, Mason City and Sheri (Mike) Voortmann, Mason City; grandchildren, Ben, Nick, and Katie Voortmann, Mason City; her sister, Marlys Crabtree, Charles City; and many nieces, nephews, extended relative and friends.
She is preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Delbert.
Hogan Bremer Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 3rd St. N.E., Mason City. 641-423-2372. ColonialChapels.com
Source: Charles City Press website, Sept. 11, 2013

Carol Maschek
Charles City, Iowa - Carol Maschek, 70, of Charles City, died Wednesday, September 11, 2013, at the Muse-Noris Hospice in Mason City.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, September 14, at Fullerton-Hage Funeral Home, 401 Blunt Street, Charles City. The Rev. Paul Phillips from Gospel Light House Church in Floyd will be officiating. Interment will follow at Riverside Cemetery in Charles City.
Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 13, at Fullerton-Hage Funeral Home, Charles City.
Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to Hospice of North Iowa.
Online condolences may be left at www.fullertonfh.com.
Fullerton-Hage Funeral Home, Charles City.
Mason City Globe Gazette, Sep. 12, 2013

Carol J. Maschek
Carol J. Maschek, 70, of Charles City, Iowa, died on Wednesday September 11, 2013, at Muse Hospice in Mason City. A funeral service will be on Saturday, September 14, at 10:30 a.m. Fullerton-Hage Funeral Home, 401 Blunt Street Charles City. Reverend Paul Phillips, from the Gospel Lighthouse Church in Floyd will be officiating. The visitation will be held on Friday Sept. 13, from 5-8 p.m. also at Fullerton-Hage Funeral Home.
Carol lived in Charles City all of her life, She married Edmund Maschek on June 14, 1959 in Nashua. From this union two children were born. Carol had been an employee of Charles City School District for 23 years as a custodian where she impacted many lives.
Carol had been a past volunteer at Re-runs in Charles City; she really enjoyed the people she got to work with there. Her friends there always said Carol would root for the underdog. Carol loved to shop and bake, especially cookies, she always wanted to make sure her family and friends had cookies. On Sunday afternoons Carol along with her sisters and good friends would get together for coffee, to visit. Family was the most important thing to Carol. She also had two very special K-9 friends named Hailey and Bandit. They will surely miss her love and affection.
Those left to cherish Carol's memory are her husband of 54 years, Edmund, daughters, Lori (Tim) Shinkle of Ashtabula, Ohio, and Tami (Marino) Wabaunasee of Tama, Iowa; her sisters: Debby (Bernard) Steinberg of Charles City, Bonnie (Stan) Teepe of Charles City, Sandy (Mark) Kuykendall of Floyd, Sharon Taylor of Charles City, Janene (Wayne) Miller of Plainfield, and Gloria (Larry) Rover of Independence, Missouri; her brother, Dennis (Donna) LaBounty of Pegram, Tennessee; and a special sister-in-law, Delores Dostart of Cave Springs, Georgia; also, her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents Gerald and Elaine Dostart, and her brothers Larry Frieberg and Gary Dostart.
Those planning on a memorial, please direct them to Hospice of North Iowa, 232 Second Street S.E., Mason City, Iowa 50401.
Source: Charles City Press, Sept. 13, 2013

Alexander Ray Potratz
Alexander Potratz, age 17, of Ionia, Iowa, died Tuesday morning, Sept. 10, 2013, at St. Mary's Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota, from injuries sustained in an auto accident. Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. Monday, September 16, at St. John Lutheran Church, 200 S. Main Street, Charles City with Pastor Dennis Niezwaag presiding. Interment will be in St. Boniface Cemetery, Ionia. Friends may greet the family 2-7 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 15, at the Nashua-Plainfield High School Gymnasium. Visitation continues an hour prior to the service at the church on Monday.
Arrangements are with Hugeback Johnson Funeral Home - Olson Chapel in Nashua.
Alexander Ray Potratz was born June 5, 1996, in Waterloo, Iowa; the son of Kevin and Diane (Sorenson) Potratz. Alex went to Nashua Elementary School and was a senior at Nashua-Plainfield High School. He attended Republic United Church of Christ in rural Ionia and was confirmed at St. John's Lutheran Church in Charles City, Iowa.
Alex loved to listen to music, especially classic rock. As a child, he loved being outdoors and helping his mom and dad in the garden. Alex loved playing with his dogs, Sadie and Dilly. He was currently building a gun case and enjoyed target practice. He was fond of riding bikes; playing X-Box; fishing; riding the lawn mower; he enjoyed watching his older brother play rugby; participating in mission trips through St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church; lifting weights; and being a center on the Nashua-Plainfield Football Team. Alex was very patriotic and loved his country. He helped with many fundraisers for the Ionia Fire Department where the crew enjoyed his enthusiasm.
Alex's family and friends were very important to him. He always made time for his friends and his cousin, Jack McDonough. Alex treasured the time he spent with his grandparents and especially enjoyed World War II stories from Grandpa Ray. He had a very close relationship with his mom and dad and cherished their time together. Alex was so dearly loved by his step-father, Derek Day, and was so proud of the wonderful example he set for Alex and the community.
Alex had a strong, Christian faith and will be overjoyed to spend eternity with all his family that has gone before him.
Survivors include his mother, Diane (Derek) Day of Ionia; his father, Kevin Potratz of Nashua; one brother, Andy Potratz of Ankeny, Iowa; Ten aunts, Mary Adkins of Cedar Rapids, Judy (Chuck) Smith of Oelwein, Linda (Marv) Folstad of Hesper, Iowa, June Wood of Waukee, Iowa, Angie (Randy) Dieken, Carrie (Alan) DeBerg all of Dike, Terri (Wes) Wadey of Nashua, Kathy Day-Bobb of Sunnyvale, CA, Michelle (Steve) Bartling of Ackley and Jill Tidman of Bondurant, IA; two uncles, Mark (Bonnie) Potratz of Nashua; Jon (Angie) Day of Charles City; many cousins.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Ray and Betty Sorenson and paternal grandparents Milton and Evelyn Potratz, and his dogs, Sadie, Lucky, Ranger and Bo.
Charles City Press, Sept. 13, 2013

Helen M. Hults
Helen M. Hults, age 92, of Nashua, Iowa, died Saturday, September 14, 2013, at the Floyd County Memorial Hospital in Charles City.
Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, September 18, at the United Methodist Church, Nashua with interment in Beckwith Cemetery, Rural Colwell.
Friends may greet the family 4-7 p.m. Tuesday, September 17, 2013, at Hugeback Johnson Funeral Home - Olson Chapel in Nashua. Visitation continues 9:30-10:30 a.m. prior to service at the church. Memorials may be directed to the American Diabetes Association. Online condolences for Helen's family may be left at hugebackfuneralhome. com, 641-435-4134.
Charles City Press, 9/17/2013

Susan Beine
CHARLES CITY, IOWA - Susan Beine, 69, of Charles City, formerly of Forest City, died Thursday, September 19, 2013, at her home.
Arrangements are pending with the Hauser Funeral Home in Charles City, 641-228-2323, www.hauserfh.com.
Mason City Globe Gazette, 9/20/2013

Susan Vining
Birth: Aptil 5, 1944
Death: September 19, 2013
Service Date: Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2013, at 11 a.m. at Hauser Funeral Home.
Susan Vining, 69, of Charles City, formerly of Forest City, died Thursday, September 19, 2013, at her home.
Funeral services for Susan Vining will be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, at the Hauser Funeral Home. Sister Diana Blong of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church will officiate. Inurnment will be at a later date in Riverside Cemetery at Charles City.
Friends may call at the Hauser Funeral Home from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday and an hour prior to the service on Tuesday..
Susan Mary Jones Vining was born April 5, 1944, in Charles City, the daughter of Donald and Catherine (Dickhoff) Jones. She attended school at Nashua and later received her GED. Susan married Dennis Usher and to this union four children were born. They later divorced.
In 1983 Susan married the joy of her life Bill Vining and they made their home in Charles City. Over the years Susan worked at Salsbury Laboratories and then dedicated her life to helping others at the Chautauqua Guest Homes, Comprehensive Systems and Mosaic formerly "Krysilis" at Forest City. Susan enjoyed bowling, camping, fishing on the Mississippi and going to family reunions.
Living family members include four children, Steve (Karen) Usher of Forest City, Lisa Monsen of Charles City, Brad (Camille) Usher of Belmond and Troy (Sue) Usher of Nashua; 21 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and a brother, Dick (Diane) Jones of Waterloo.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Bill on February 24, 1992; granddaughter, Kristie Usher; and sister, Kay Westervelt.
Source: Hauser Funeral Home website, 20 SEP 2013

Susan Vining
April 5, 1944 - Sept. 19, 2013
Susan Vining, 69, of Charles City, formerly of Forest City, died Thursday, Sept. 19, 2013, at her home.
Funeral services for Susan Vining will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, at the Hauser Funeral Home. Sister Diana Blong of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church will officiate. Inurnment will be at a later date in Riverside Cemetery at Charles City.
Friends may call at the Hauser Funeral Home from 5-7 p.m. Monday and an hour prior to the service on Tuesday.
Susan Mary Jones Vining was born April 5, 1944, in Charles City, the daughter of Donald and Catherine (Dickhoff) Jones. She attended school at Nashua and later received her GED. Susan married Dennis Usher and to this union four children were born. They later divorced.
In 1983, Susan married the joy of her life Bill Vining and they made their home in Charles City. Over the years, Susan worked at Salsbury Laboratories and then dedicated her life to helping others at the Chautauqua Guest Homes, Comprehensive Systems and Mosaic formerly "Krysilis" at Forest City. Susan enjoyed bowling, camping, fishing on the Mississippi and going to family reunions.
Living family members include four children, Steve (Karen) Usher of Forest City, Lisa Monsen of Charles City, Brad (Camille) Usher of Belmond and Troy (Sue) Usher of Nashua; 21 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and a brother, Dick (Diane) Jones of Waterloo.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Bill on February 24, 1992; granddaughter, Kristie Usher; and sister, Kay Westervelt.
The Hauser Funeral Home, 641-228-2323, in Charles City, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.hauserfh.com.
Charles City Press, Sept. 23, 2013

C. Leslie Wood
C. Leslie Wood of rural Union passed away peacefully at the Hubbard Care Center on Monday, September 16, 2013. A celebration of his life will be held at the Honey Creek New Providence Friends Church on Saturday, September 21 at 10:30 a.m. Visitation will be held at the Boeke Funeral home in Hubbard, Iowa on Friday, September 20 from 5-7 pm.
C. Leslie Wood was born on April 6, 1925, in Eldora, Iowa, to Charles and Ethel (Hibbs) Wood. He graduated from New Providence High School in 1942, then attended William Penn College in Oskaloosa, Iowa, for two years.
He joined the U.S. Army in February 1945. On July 28, 1945 he married Ruth Jeanette Williams (daughter of Grover and Esther Williams) and he returned to duty August 10. He served in Texas, Kansas, and Hawaii attaining the rank of buck sargeant and was discharged in early September 1946.
He returned to William Penn College in the fall of 1946 and then transferred to Iowa State University for the spring semester.
He and Ruth returned to help farm her family's farm northwest of Union, Iowa, upon her father's death.
Ruth passed away in 1996. Les married Myrna Winther on September 17, 2005.
Les was a hard worker, always loved farming and raising black Angus cattle. He did custom farming over the years for other farmers, chopping hay and silage. He additionally worked at the Union Telephone Company before it was a cooperative, at Gra-Iron Foundry in Marshalltown, for the ASCS doing measuring work, and was a rural mail carrier through the New Providence Post Office for 17 years. Les always loved driving and he and various family members delivered the Sunday Des Moines Register for 31 years.
Les is survived by his wife, Myrna; his five children, Dave (Nancy) Wood of Highland, Michigan, Diane (Jim) Teske of Union, Iowa, Linda (Dave) Anderson of Wilton, Iowa, Julie Wood (John Schieffelbein) of Fairfield, Montana, and Jim (Trudie) Wood of Charles City, Iowa; nine grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren; special step-granddaughter Michelle Aldinger, her husband, Duane and their son Matthew of Iowa Falls, Iowa, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife, Ruth, his sisters, Crescence Hinshaw and Doris Denny, and his brother Lowell Wood.
Charles City Press, 21 SEP 2013

Jesse William Wilson
Birth: July 3, 1991
Death: September 21, 2013
Service Date: 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, September 25, 2013, at Hauser Funeral Home.
Jesse William Wilson, 22, of Charles City, died Saturday, September 21, 2013, as the result of an automobile accident.
Funeral services for Jesse Wilson will be held 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Hauser Funeral Home. Pastor Dennis Niezwaag of Saint John Evangelical Lutheran Church will officiate. Inurnment will be at a later date. Friends may call at the Hauser Funeral from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday and an hour prior to the service on Wednesday.
Jesse William Wilson was born July 3, 1991, at Mason City, the son of William "Bill" and Bobbie Jo (Good) Wilson. He attended school at Charles City and later received his GED. Jesse worked at various jobs but enjoyed working on motors best. He was mechanical minded and liked to work on motors of all types. Jesse had a great interest in Harley-Davidson motorcycles and was going to MMI in the spring to further his love of motorcycles. His family was very important to Jesse and he looked forward to spending time with his children and family.
Living family members include two daughters, J'Lyne Jo Wilson and Hannah Lillea Wilson both of Charles City; father, William (Julie) Wilson of Mason City; mother, Bobbie (Wesley) Putney of Charles City; two sisters, LeTasha (Tracy) Baxter of Charles City; and Kaylynn Putney of Grundy Center; three brothers, Joshua (Allison) Wilson of Charles City, Garret Putney of Grundy Center and Joshua Trimble of Mason City; paternal grandmother, Doreen Rich of Greenwood, Ind.; maternal grandparents, Jim and Evelyn Good of Shell Rock; four nieces; four nephews; and four godchildren.
He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Ronald Wilson and Herman Putney; and great grandparents, Duane and Ona Maxwell, Edmond and Lucille Fenneman, and Jim and Gladys Good.
Hauser Funeral Home website, 21 SEP 2013

Jesse William Wilson
Jesse William Wilson, 22, of Charles City, died Saturday, September 21, 2013, at the result of an automobile accident.
Funeral services for Jesse Wilson will be held 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Hauser Funeral Home. Pastor Dennis Niezwaag of Saint John Evangelical Lutheran Church will officiate. Inurnment will be at a later date.
Friends may call at the Hauser Funeral from 58 p.m. Tuesday and an hour prior to the service on Wednesday.
Jesse William Wilson was born July 3, 1991, at Mason City, the son of William "Bill" and Bobbie Jo (Good) Wilson. He attended school at Charles City and later received his GED. Jesse worked at various jobs but enjoyed working on motors best. He was mechanical minded and liked to work on motors of all types. Jesse had a great interest in Harley-Davidson motorcycles and was going to MMI in the spring to further his love of motorcycles. His family was very important to Jesse and he looked forward to spending time with his children and family.
Living family members include two daughters, J'Lyne Jo Wilson and Hannah Lillea Wilson both of Charles City; father, William (Julie) Wilson of Mason City; mother, Bobbie (Wesley) Putney of Charles City; two sisters, LeTasha (Tracy) Baxter of Charles City; and Kaylynn Putney of Grundy Center; three brothers, Joshua (Allison) Wilson of Charles City, Garret Putney of Grundy Center and Joshua Trimble of Mason City; paternal grandmother, Doreen Rich of Greenwood, Ind.; maternal grandparents, Jim and Evelyn Good of Shell Rock; four nieces; four nephews; and four godchildren.
He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Ronald Wilson and Herman Putney; and great-grandparents, Duane and Ona Maxwell, Edmond and Lucille Fenneman, and Jim and Gladys Good.
The Hauser Funeral Home, 641-228-2323, in Charles City, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.hauserfh.com.
Charles City Press, Sept. 23, 2013

Neva Marlys Clapp Baehne
Birth: February 21, 1922
Death: September 20, 2013
Service Date: 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, September 24, 2013, at Trinity United Methodist Church.
Neva Baehne, 91, of Charles City, Iowa, died Friday, September 20, 2013, at the 11th Street Chautauqua Guest Home in Charles City.
Funeral services for Neva Baehne will be held 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Trinity United Methodist Church. Pastor Jim Beranek will officiate. Burial will be in Sunnyside Memory Gardens rural Charles City.
Friends may call at the Hauser Funeral Home from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday and at the church an hour prior to the service on Tuesday.
Neva Marlys Clapp Baehne was born February 21, 1922, at Floyd, the daughter of Worth and Vera (Chesnut) Clapp. She graduated from the Floyd High School. On September 20, 1941, she was united in marriage to Harold Baehne at Charles City. They farmed all of their lives near Rudd. She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church and past member of the Women of the Moose. Neva enjoyed sewing and doing crafts of various types. Family was very important to Neva and she especially looked forward to visiting with her grandchildren.
Living family members include two daughters, Peggy (Bob) Zierath of Cedar Rapids and Linda (Jim) Esser of Rockford; six grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; a great-great-granddaughter; a brother, Neil (Mary) Clapp of Cedar Falls; and two sisters, Florene (Johnny) Johnson of Charles City and Georgia Luster of Moline, Illinois.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Harold on October 9, 1982; a granddaughter, India Esser; a brother, Dale Clapp; and a sister, Lois Cross.
Hauser Funeral Home website, 21 SEP 2013

Neva Baehne
Feb. 21, 1922 - Sept. 20, 2013
Neva Baehne, 91, of Charles City, died Friday, Sept. 20, 2013, at the 11th Street Chautauqua Guest Home in Charles City.
Funeral services for Neva Baehne will be held 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Trinity United Methodist Church. Pastor Jim Beranek will officiate. Burial will be in Sunnyside Memory Gardens rural Charles City.
Friends may call at the Hauser Funeral Home from 5-7 p.m. Monday and at the church an hour prior to the service on Tuesday.
Neva Marlys Clapp Baehne was born Feb. 21, 1922, at Floyd, the daughter of Worth and Vera (Chesnut) Clapp. She graduated from the Floyd High School. On September 20, 1941, she was united in marriage to Harold Baehne at Charles City. They farmed all of their lives near Rudd. She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church and past member of the Women of the Moose. Neva enjoyed sewing and doing crafts of various types. Family was very important to Neva and she especially looked forward to visiting with her grandchildren.
Living family members include two daughters, Peggy (Bob) Zierath of Cedar Rapids and Linda (Jim) Esser of Rockford; six grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; a great-great-granddaughter; a brother, Neil (Mary) Clapp of Cedar Falls; and two sisters, Florene (Johnny) Johnson of Charles City and Georgia Luster of Moline, Illinois.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Harold on October 9, 1982; a granddaughter, India Esser; a brother, Dale Clapp; and a sister, Lois Cross.
The Hauser Funeral Home, 641-228-2323, in Charles City, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.hauserfh.com.
Charles City Press, Sept. 23, 2013

Joyce M. Schweizer
Rockford, Iowa - Joyce M. Schweizer, 91, of Rockford died Saturday, September 21, 2013, at the Muse-Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit in Mason City.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete with Sheckler Colonial Chapel, 114 N. Hawkeye Ave., Nora Springs, 641-710-2210, ColonialChapels.com.
Mason City Globe Gazette, Sept. 22, 2013

ROCKFORD, IOWA - Joyce M. Schweizer, 91, of Rockford, died Saturday, September 21, 2013 at the Muse-Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit in Mason City.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 27, at the Rudd United Methodist Church, 611 Sixth St., with Pastor Wendy Johannesen officiating. Burial will be held in Evergreen Cemetery, Rudd, Iowa. Visitation will be held at the Rudd United Methodist Church on Thursday, September 26, from 5-8 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Joyce Schweizer memorial at 1704 Indigo Ave., Rudd, Iowa, 50471.
Joyce M. Schweizer was born Joyce Maxine Witzel, daughter of Wilbur and Christine (Frankson) Witzel, on May 6, 1922, in rural Rudd.
She married Francis Leroy Schweizer on June 15, 1946, in Albert Lea, Minnesota.
Joyce was an active farm wife, church secretary, hospital volunteer, an avid card player, and had a heart of gold. She enjoyed family, friends, and neighbors, relishing the banter never realizing she was 91 years old. Her feistiness, and life force will be greatly missed.
She is survived by four sons and their spouses: James Leroy (Elaine), Loren Wilbur (and friend Deb), Merlyn Dale (Carol), Craig Lyle (Laurie); 11 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and four step-grandchildren.
Charles City Press, Sept. 25, 2013

Dean Eikenberry
Dean Eikenberry, 87, formerly of Charles City passed away on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2013 at Silver Crest Assistant Living in Clive. Online condolences may be left at www.Fullertonfh.com.
A funeral service will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 24, at First Baptist Church, 105 Chapel Lane, Charles City, IA. Reverend Ruth Yeaton will be officiating. Interment will follow at Riverside Cemetery in Charles City. A visitation will be held from 48 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 23, at Fullerton-Hage Funeral Home, 401 Blunt St., Charles City.
Fullerton-Hage Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 401 Blunt St., Charles City, Iowa 50616 641-228-4211.
Charles City Press, Sept. 23, 2013

Dean Elmer Eikenberry
Dean Elmer Eikenberry, 87, formerly of Charles City, passed away on Saturday, September 21, 2013, at Silver Crest Assistant Living in Clive, Iowa. Online condolences may be left at www.Fullertonfh.com.
A funeral service will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 24, at First Baptist Church, 105 Chapel Lane, Charles City. Reverend Ruth Yeaton will be officiating. Interment will follow at Riverside Cemetery in Charles City. A visitation will be held from 4-8 p.m. on Monday, September 23, at Fullerton-Hage Funeral Home, 401 Blunt Street, Charles City.
Dean was born on December 5, 1925, in Rural Marble Rock, Iowa, to Chester and Josie (Miller) Eikenberry. He grew up in Greene, IA and attended school there through the 8th grade. Dean served in the United States Army during World War II and received a Purple Heart. After the service Dean lived in Waterloo, and then in 1948 he moved to Charles City where he lived most of his life. In 1952 he was united in marriage to Mary Testroet. To this union two children were born. Dean worked at Salsbury Chemical for 31 years as a Welder until he retired in 1988.
Dean was a member of the V.F.W. and First Baptist Church in Charles City. He enjoyed spending time outside in his shop fixing things. He was a very hands-on person and could fix almost anything. He also enjoyed gardening, talking on the phone, and riding around on his specialized wheelchair. During his younger years Dean played a lot of pool. As he got older he liked playing card games, especially 500. For as long as he could, Dean liked going out for coffee with family or friends. He will be remembered for his sense of humor, hardworking mentality, and warm heart.
Those left to cherish his memory include his children, Debra Eikenberry of Grimes, and Karen (Robert) Boscaljon of Clive; grandchildren, Daniel (Becky) Boscaljon of Iowa City, Andrew (Kari) Boscaljon of Dallas Center, Iowa, Kari (Ramiro) Rivadeneira of Texas, and Kristin Boscaljon of Kona, Hawaii; six great-grandchildren; and many other family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary; parents, Chester and Josie Eikenberry; three brothers, Raymond, Myron, and Byron Eikenberry; and two sisters, Jean Nikolas and Claudia Boyd.
Fullerton-Hage Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 401 Blunt, Charles City, Iowa, 50616 641-228-4211.
Charles City Press, Sept. 24, 2013

Ruth Elizabeth Hart
Nov. 26, 1952 - Sept. 19, 2013
Ruth E. Hart, age 60, of Farmington, passed away on September 19, 2013.
She was preceded in death by father Al Schmitt.
Ruth is survived by her husband Jim; children, Michele (Russell) Beam and Jennifer Hart; grandchildren: Isabella, Maia and Liam Beam; mother, Elizabeth Schmitt; siblings: Connie Schaaf, Mike Schmitt, Tom Schmitt, Laurie Turgeon, Peggy Schmitt and John Schmitt; also by many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Funeral Service will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, September 25, at White Funeral Home, 901 3rd St., Farmington, Minnesota. Visitation Tuesday 58 p.m. and one hour prior to service at the funeral home.
Send condolences to Jim Hart, 20016 Cabrilla Way, Farmington, MN, 55024.
Charles City Press, Sept. 23, 2013

Darlyne "Dolly" Bartz
June 30, 1928 - Sept. 13, 2013
Darlyne "Dolly" Bartz, 85, of Piqua, Ohio, died at 10:33 p.m. Friday, September 13, 2013, at the Upper Valley Medical Center.
She was born June 30, 1928, in Charles City, Iowa to the late Curte and Amanda Weber. She married William E. Bartz April 6, 1947, in Charles City; and he survives.
Other survivors include a sister Sharon Manship of Houston, Texas; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a son, Thomas K. Bartz.
Mrs. Bartz was a graduate of Charles City High School and had worked for a doctor's office for many years. She was a member of St. John Lutheran Church and Piqua Country Club. She enjoyed golfing and being with friends.
Mrs. Bartz will be privately interred at the New Hampton City Cemetery of New Hampton. Hugeback Johnson Funeral Home New Hampton are entrusted with local arrangements. Online condolences for Dolly may be left at hugebackfuneralhome.com.
Charles City Press, Sept. 24, 2013

Inez Mae (Franke) Marzen
GREENE, IOWA - Funeral services for Inez Mae Marzen, 96, of Greene, will be 1:30 p.m., Wednesday, September 25, 2013, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Greene with Rev. Msgr. Walter Brunkan officiating. Burial will be in the St. Mary Catholic Cemetery, Greene.
Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Wednesday, September 25, at Reid?s Funeral Chapel, 519 N. First St., Greene and will continue at the church until the time of service.
Inez Mae Franke was born on July 24, 1917, in rural Floyd County the daughter of Lou Herman and Jessie Adeline (Meek) Franke and died Sunday, September 22, at the Liebe Care Center in Greene. She received her education in District 6 Pleasant Grove School.
She was united in marriage to J. Edwin Marzen on February 14, 1939. This union was blessed with eight children. They made their home on the family farm until 1985 when she moved into Greene.
Inez was a faithful member of St. Mary Catholic Church and was a member of the Royal Neighbors of America. She was known for being a wonderful cook. Inez enjoyed visiting with family and friends and was an avid card player.
Living family members include her children: Pat Kilby, Nashua; Sue (Gene) Smid, Merrill; Dixie (Jerry) Johnson, Gaylord, Minnesota; Darlys (Garry) Krull, Greene; Mike (Elaine) Marzen, Marble Rock; Audrey (Gary) Smith, Greene; Jerome (Cathy) Marzen, Springfield, Missouri; John (Sherry) Marzen, Marble Rock; sister-inlaw, Marge Franke of Charles City; 28 grandchildren; 59 greatgrandchildren; 15 great-great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.
Inez was preceded in death by her husband, J. Edwin; her parents; two brothers: Ray Franke and Robert Franke; sister-in-law Edna Franke; son-in-law, Ron Kilby; and great-grandson, Zack Marzen.
Those planning an expression of sympathy may direct memorials to the Inez Marzen Memorial Fund, P.O. Box 219, Greene, Iowa 50636 Arrangements have been entrusted to Reid?s Funeral Chapel, 519 N. First St. Greene. 641-823-4457 www.reidsfuneralchapel.com.
Charles City Press, Sept. 24, 2013

Hazel O. (Cerwinske) Kapka
Hazel Kapka, a long-time resident of Charles City, passed away on September 11, 2013 at the age of 95. A private graveside service is being planned by family. She will be missed dearly by her family and friends. God bless our loved one.
Memorials to St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Charles City Press, Sept. 24, 2013

George William Medlin
NORA SPRINGS, IOWA - George William Medlin, 65, of Nora Springs died Monday, September 23, 2013, at Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa, Mason City.
Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, September 28, 2013, at the First United Methodist Church, 21 Third St. N.W., Rockford (via the Nora Springs exit) with Pastor Judy Wooton officiating.
A gathering of family and friends will be held from 5 until 8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 27, 2013, at Major Erickson Funeral Home, 111 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Mason City. The family requests casual attire.
Memorials may be directed to the George Medlin Memorial Fund in care of his family.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com.
Arrangements are with Major Erickson Funeral Home & Crematory, 111 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Mason City IA 50401, 641-423-0924, www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com.
Source: Mason City Globe Gazette, Sept. 25, 2013

George W. Medlin
Birth date: August 6, 1948
Death date: September 23, 2013
Obituary:
George William Medlin, 65, of Nora Springs, Iowa, died Monday, September 23, 2013, at Mercy Medical Center - North Iowa in Mason City.
Memorial services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, September 28, 2013, at the First United Methodist Church, 21 3rd St. N.W. - Rockford, Iowa, with Pastor J. Wooton officiating. A gathering of family and friends will be held from 5:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. on Friday, September 27, 2013, at Major Erickson Funeral Home, 111 N. Pennsylvania Avenue - Mason City.
The family requests casual attire. Memorials may be directed to the George Medlin memorial fund in care of his family.
Source: www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com

NORA SPRINGS, IOWA - George William Medlin, 65, of Nora Springs, died from heart and kidney failure on Monday, September 23, 2013, at Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa in Mason City.
Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, September 28, 2013, at the First United Methodist Church, 21 Third St. N.W., Rockford, Iowa, (via the Nora Springs exit) with Pastor Judy Wooton officiating.
A gathering of family and friends will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. on Friday, September 27, 2013, at Major Erickson Funeral Home, 111 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Mason City. The family requests casual attire.
Memorials may be directed to the George Medlin Memorial Fund in care of his family. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com.
George was born August 6, 1948, in Mason City, the son of George Lyle and Della (Nowlan) Medlin. He graduated from Mason City High School in 1968.
George was united in marriage to Ann Kofoot on December 19, 1970, at Holy Family Catholic Church in Mason City. In 1969, he became employed with Northwestern States Portland Cement Company/ Holcim Cement Plant, where he worked for 42 years (1969 - 2001 active employment and 2001-2011 non-active/disabled employment).
George enjoyed spending time with his family ? especially his grandchildren. He also enjoyed camping, backyard fires and making people laugh. George always touched somebody's heart wherever he went.
George is survived by his wife of 42 years: Ann Medlin of Nora Springs; son: Brent Medlin and wife Amy of Rockford; daughter: Brenda Weed and husband Mike of Wixom, Mich.; three grandchildren: Wyatt Medlin, Garrett Medlin and Kodi Weed; four brothers: Ed Allen and wife Marciel of Humboldt, Iowa, Jerry Allen and wife Janice of Mason City, Robert Medlin and wife Doris of Oskaloosa, Iowa, and Jim Medlin and wife Barb of Mason City; and many special nieces and nephews. He is also survived by extended family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sister: Donna Wentworth and husband Wayne; special niece: Sherri Ezarski; and his mother and father-in-law: Myrle and Cora Kofoot.
Arrangements are with Major Erickson Funeral Home & Crematory, 111 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Mason City, IA 50401, 641-423-0924, www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com
Mason City Globe Gazette, Sept. 26, 2013

Michael Lee Zubrod
Birth: December 27, 1973
Death: September 23, 2013
Michael "Mike" L. Zubrod, 39, of Charles City, died Monday, September 23, 2013.
A gathering of family and friends will be held on Friday, September 27, 2013 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Hauser Funeral Home in Charles City.
Michael "Mike" Lee Zubrod was born December 27, 1973 in Charles City, Iowa the son of Larry and Cheri (Haugen) Zubrod. He received his education in Charles City and graduated from Charles City High School. Mike helped Larry with farming and recently worked at Mitas Tires North America, Inc. in Charles City. He loved golfing with his father, cousin Shawn and friend Gary, fishing and playing softball. Mike had a very loving heart and soul.
Mike is survived by his parents, Larry and Cheri Zubrod of Charles City; paternal grandparents, Orville and Velma Zubrod of Alta Vista; maternal grandmother, Beverly Haugen of Cresco; children: Ronan Michael, Levi Zachary and Alexandria (his step-daughter); two sisters: Kacie Mink of St. Peters, Mo. and Rebecca Wright of Sherman, Tex.; two nephews: Taylor Mink and Garrett Wright; lifelong special friend, Denise Stout; along with many beloved aunts, uncles, cousins, other family members and numerous friends.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Gordon Haugen; and his two beloved uncles, Rich Haugen and Roger Tibbitts.
Hauser Funeral Home website, 9/25/2013
Charles City Press, Sept. 25, 2013

Ann M. Anderson
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - Ann M. Anderson, 83, died on September 19, 2013, at the Nathan Adelson Hospice in Las Vegas, Nev. after suffering a brief illness. A funeral mass will be held at the St. Patrick's Catholic Church, 1001 Ninth Ave S., Clear Lake, Iowa, 10 a.m., October 1, with Rev. Neil Manternach officiating. Visitation will be one hour preceding the service at the church. Interment will be at the Clear Lake Cemetery.
Ann was born June 21, 1930, in New York City, N.Y. to Michael and Maria (Panza) Coscia, immigrants from the Puglia region of Italy. Her father was a longshoreman and her mother was a seamstress and homemaker.
Ann lived in New York until 1979, having graduated from Cathedral High School in Manhattan, NYC in 1948. She and her husband, William C. (Bill) Anderson, erstwhile of Clear Lake, moved from New York to Arlington, Texas, in 1979 where she continued her responsibilities in the pension department of American Airlines. Early in 1991, the couple moved to the Sun City Community in the environs of Las Vegas, Nevada, where she resided until her death.
She was an active member of the St. Elizabeth Ann Seton parish in Las Vegas, Nev., where she served as a Eucharistic minister. Her interests included family, dining with friends, and traveling. She had visited such faraway places as Brazil, Australia, New Zealand, and Russia, as well as many trips to visit family, during her lifetime.
Mrs. Anderson is survived by her sister, Antoinette Coscia; son, Chris Anderson; and many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her husband, William C. Anderson; sisters, Jean Cavanagh and Grace Jackson; and a niece, Kathy (Jackson) Bates.
Ward-Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, 101 N. 4th St., Clear Lake, IA 50428, 641-357-2193, ColonialChapels.com
Charles City Press, Sept. 26, 2013

Norma Lee Neymeyer
GREENE, IOWA - Funeral Services for Norma L. Neymeyer, 83, of Greene will be 10:30 a.m., Monday, Sept. 30, 2013, at the West Friesland Presbyterian Church, 12135 110th Street, Ackley, with Pastor Shawn Willis officiating. Burial will be in the West Friesland Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 2-4 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 29, at Reid's Funeral Chapel, 519 N. First St. Greene and will continue one hour before services at the church on Monday.
Norma Lee Freese was born on Sept. 2, 1930, in rural Ackley, Harden County, Iowa, the daughter of Christian J. and Edna Ann (Greve) Freese and passed away Thursday, Sept. 26, 2013, at the Floyd County Memorial Hospital in Charles City.
Living family members include one daughter: Cheryl Neymeyer (special friend Brian Parrott), Greene; one son: Loren J. Neymeyer (fianc?Pam Dole), Ackley; two grandchildren: Kim (Matt) Burlage, Cedar Rapids; Nik (Katie) Neymeyer, Cedar Rapids; six greatgrandchildren: Owen Burlage, Lucy Burlage, Maya Neymeyer, Jasper Neymeyer, Amelia Robinson and Zander Robinson; two sisters: Darlene Faye (George) Bull of Rockford, Ill.; and Sharon Kay Sietsema, Northwood; nieces and nephews.
Those planning an expression of sympathy may direct memorials to the Norma Neymeyer Memorial Fund, P.O. Box 219 Greene, Iowa 50636 Arrangements have been entrusted to Reid?s Funeral Chapel 519 N. First St., Greene. 641-823-4457 www.reidsfuneralchapel.com.
Charles City Press, Sept. 30, 2013

Douglas Keith Walker
Greene, Iowa - A Celebration of Life Service for Douglas Keith Walker, 92, of Greene, will be 11 a.m., Saturday, October 5, 2013, at the First Presbyterian Church in Greene with Pastor Jennifer Suyman officiating. Private burial will be in the Riverside Cemetery in Riceville following the luncheon.
Douglas Keith Walker, 92, the youngest of six children of Dr. Thomas S. and Jessie (Farnham) Walker of Riceville was born December 29, 1920 and passed away Sept. 28, 2013 at his daughter's home in Greene.
Those planning an expression of sympathy may direct memorials to the Douglas Walker Memorial Fund, P.O. Box 219, Greene, Iowa 50636 Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Reid's Funeral Chapel, 519 N. First St. Greene. 641-823-4457 www.reidsfuneralchapel.com
Charles City Press, Sept. 30, 2013