ANNA MAE QUALLEY
August 3, 1928 - December 31, 2013
Posted: Thursday, January 2, 2014

Anna Mae Qualley age 85 of Jerico, died Tuesday morning, Dec. 31, 2013, at her home.  

Memorial services will be held 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 4, 2014, at Trinity Lutheran Church in New Hampton with Pastor Kevin Frey presiding. Friends may greet the family an hour prior to the service at the church. Online condolences for Anna Mae's family may be left at hugebackfuneralhome.com.

Anna Mae Qualley was born August 3, 1928, in rural Jerico, the daughter of Henry and Anna (Olson) Halvorson. She attended the local country schools during her younger years. Later, Anna went to New Hampton High School and graduated with the class of 1946. After High School she worked as a secretary and bookkeeper for the Charles City Welfare Office, and at the Key Overall Company in New Hampton. 

A few years after high school, she married the love of her life, Harlan Qualley on October 2, 1949 at the Crane Creek Lutheran Church; two this union four children were born Dave, Sharon, Susan, and Bruce. Anna worked hard all her life. She worked side by side with her husband in their family businesses Qualley Produce and Qualley Feed & Grain, Inc. 

Survivors include her loving husband of 64 years; Harlan Qualley; two sons;David Qualley, Bruce Qualley, both of Jerico; two daughters; Sharon (Richard) Schuchhardt, Susan Geerts, both of Jerico; 13 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; one sister; Jeanne Huber of New Hampton.  

She was preceded in death by her parents; a grandson; Benjamin Qualley; two brothers; Hartley Halvorson, Bernard Halvorson.

PATRICIA M. MCGREGOR
December 11, 1927 - December 31, 2013
Posted: Thursday, January 2, 2014

Patricia M. McGregor, age 86 of Nashua, died Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2013, at  Bartels Lutheran Retirement Community in Waverly. 

Funeral Services will be held 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 4, 2014, at the United Methodist Church in Nashua with Pastor Okitakoyi Lundula officiating. Ruth Bierschenk will be the organist for the service with Tracy McGregor and Brendan McGregor as musicians. 

Interment will be in Greenwood Cemetery, Nashua with Christopher McGregor, James McGregor, Patrick McGregor, Andrew Schroeder, Brett O’Loughlin, Brendan McGregor, and Chet McGregor serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers are Ronald and Grace McGregor, Arnold and Ann Peterson, Vearl and Mary Edson, Lynn and Rose Mary Edson, and Virgil Edson.  

Friends may greet the family 4. – 8 p.m. Friday Jan. 3, 2014, at the Hugeback Johnson Funeral Home – Olson Chapel in Nashua. Visitation continues an hour prior to the service at the church on Saturday. Online condolences for Patricia's family may be left at hugebackfuneralhome.com.
 
Patricia Mary McGregor was born Dec. 11, 1927, in rural Riverton Township, the daughter of Arthur and Edith (Henderson) Tefft. She attended grade school at rural Riverton #7 country school and was a graduate of Nashua High School in 1945. After graduation, Patricia attended Iowa State Teachers College in Cedar Falls and completed her teaching certificate. She taught 3rd grade in Ackley, for two years. On June 5, 1949, Patricia was united in marriage to Malcolm (Mac) McGregor at the United Methodist Church in Nashua. To this union six children were born; David, Mary, Alan, Evelyn, Karen and Scott. Patricia was a devoted mother and grandmother.  
In her later years, she loved watching the Cubs. Patricia enjoyed traveling,especially the mountains. She enjoyed playing 500, most recently with a group at Cedar Vale in Nashua. Patricia always kept up with current events, as she always was reading the newspaper. She liked going for drives and checking up on the crops and livestock. Patricia had a great love for baking, which was passed down through the generations. She had a love of roses, African violets and birds. She especially enjoyed attending her grandchildren’s events.  

Patricia was a member of the Chickasaw County Historical Museum, Nashua United Methodist Church, Farm Bureau, Hogan Study Club, Nashua Woman’s Club, P.E.O. Chapter EN, Eastern Star and the Iowa Mother’s Association. She served as a leader of the Golden Maples 4-H Club and as a volunteer at the Nashua Area Food Pantry. She was a charter member of the Chickasaw County Cattlewomen and was also a member of Iowa/National Cattlewomen.  
Patricia resided the last two years at Cedar Vale Assisted Living in Nashua, and recently at Bartels Lutheran Retirement Community in Waverly.  

Patricia is survived by her children, Scott (Tracy) McGregor of Nashua, Karen McGregor of Des Moines,  Evelyn (Jim) O’Loughlin of Adel, Alan (Cathy) McGregor of Charles City, Mary (Mark) Schroeder of Odebolt, and David (Barbara) McGregor of Nashua; grandchildren, Chet McGregor of Nashua, Brendan McGregor of West Des Moines  Kelcie O’Loughlin of Clive, Brett (Mandi) O’Loughlin of Eldora, Christopher (Nora) McGregor of Forest City, James (Melissa) McGregor of Quantico, Va., Patrick McGregor of Nashua, Angela (Doug) Oest of Elmhurst, Ill., Andrew Schroeder of West Des Moines, Amy (Ash) Kading of Casey, and Sarah McGregor of Waverly, great-grandchildren, Ayden and Jacob McGregor of Quantico, Va., Benjamin Oest of Elmhurst, Ill., and Hope, Paul, and Luke Kading of Casey. She is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews,and a host of close friends.  

She was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Edith Tefft; husband Malcolm (Mac) in 1999, brother James Tefft Memorials may be directed towards the family.

GERTRUDE ANN KLENSKE
July 25, 1919 - December 31, 2013
Posted: Thursday, January 2, 2014

Gertrude Ann Klenske, age 94, of New Hampton, died on Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2013 at Mercy Medical Center in Mason City.

Mass of Christian burial will be at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 3, 2014 at Holy Family Parish – St. Joseph Center in New Hampton with Father Mark Osterhaus celebrating. Burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery at New Hampton.

Visitation will be from 4 - 7 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 2, 2014 at Conway-Markham Funeral Home in New Hampton with a rosary at 4:30 p.m. and a scriptural wake service at 7 p.m. and will continue at the church one hour prior to the service. Online condolences for Gertrude’s family may be left at www.conway-markhamfh.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the charity of your choice.

Gertrude Ann Boyle was born on July 25, 1919 to William and Helen (Chekal) Boyle in Ft. Atkinson. She attended school in Ft. Atkinson and graduated in 1937. Gert attended nursing school at the University of Iowa and graduated in 1939. She was employed as an OR nurse at St. Joseph’s Hospital in New Hampton. Gert was united in marriage to Lawrence Klenske on Oct. 22, 1941 at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church in Lawler. The couple made their home in New Hampton where they raised their children. In 1967 Gert returned to St. Joseph’s Hospital as a nurse until she retired in 1984. She was a member of St. Mary’s Church, the Rosary Society, and Catholic Daughters of America. She enjoyed playing bridge, crossword puzzles, visiting with family and friends and helping and caring for other people.

Gert is survived by her children Tony (Lynda) Klenske of Fountain Hills, Ariz., Kay (Jerry) Knoll of Murfreesboro, Tenn. and Dan Klenske of Scottsdale, Ariz; grandchildren Tim (Carrie) Klenske of Richmond, Va., Kristin Knoll and friend Dr. Karen Younghale of Nashville, Tenn., Alisa (Michael) Cull of Nashville, Tenn., Matt (Jennifer) Klenske of Aliso Viejo, Calif. and Adam Klenske of North Liberty; great grandchildren Colin and Jensen Klenske, Jesse and Jacob Cull and Noah and Christian Klenske; and several nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents William and Helen Boyle, her husband Lawrence who died on Oct. 27, 1994, two infant brothers, and great granddaughter Domino Klenske.

EVELYN NOSBISCH
January 26, 1920 - January 3, 2014
Posted: Monday, January 6, 2014 

Evelyn Nosbisch, age 93, of Ionia, passed away on Friday, Jan. 03, 2014 at New Hampton Nursing and Rehab.

A Mass of Christian Burial for Evelyn will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2014 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Ionia with Father Mark Osterhaus celebrating. Burial will be in St. Boniface Cemetery at Ionia following the funeral mass.

Visitation for Evelyn’s family will be held from 4 - 7 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 6, 2014 with a 4:30 p.m. Rosary and a 6:30 Scriptural Wake Service. Visitation will continue at the funeral home one hour prior to the funeral mass on Tuesday. Online condolences for Evelyn’s family may be left at www.conway-markhamfh.com. Memorials may be directed to the family.

Evelyn Magdalene Nosbisch was born on Jan. 26, 1920, the daughter of Christopher and Clara (Schilling) Maiers in North Washington. She attended St. Mary’s Catholic School in North Washington. After receiving her education Evelyn worked for various families in the North Washington area. On January 30, 1940 she was united in marriage to Harold George Nosbisch at Immaculate Conception Church. The couple made their home in Chickasaw County farming. They later purchased and ran Ionia Grocery for several years, Evelyn also waitressed at The Hideaway and Ray’s Tap until her retirement. After retiring, Evelyn enjoyed playing cards and Bingo, gardening and traveling. But it was spending time with her grandchildren that Evelyn especially loved. She was a member of St. Boniface Catholic Church.

Evelyn is survived by her children; Gary (Betty) Nosbisch of Apache Junction, Ariz., Jean (Larry) Usher of Ionia, Dave (Marti) Nosbisch, Larry (Kristi) Nosbisch both of Waterloo, Jerry (Vickie) Nosbisch of Ionia, and Tim Nosbisch of Clear Lake; 21 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren; her sisters-in-law, Germaine Nosbisch and Millie Briggs both of New Hampton and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Harold; her special friend, Charlie Crooks; her brothers, Wally Maiers, Joe Maiers and Bill Maiers and her sisters, Angela Roths and Stella Lentz.

WILMA MAY ZUBROD
May 13, 1921 - December 26, 2013
Posted: Monday, January 6, 2014 

Wilma May Zubrod, age 92 of Ionia and Punta Gorda, Fla. passed away peacefully in Punta Gorda Dec. 26, 2013.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:30 a.m. Friday, Jan. 10, 2014 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, North Washington where she was a member, with Rev. Mark Osterhaus celebrating the Mass. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, New Hampton with Dean Schwickerath, Nick Schwickerath, Billy Kellogg, Bobby Zubrod, Allen Zubrod and Gary Panoch as pallbearers.

Friends may greet the family 4 - 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 9, 2014 at the Hugeback-Johnson Funeral Home in New Hampton. Further visitation will be one hour prior to the service Friday at the church. Online condolences for Wilma’s friends may be left at hugebackfuneralhome.com or gpanochfunerals.com.

Wilma was born on May 13, 1921, the daughter of Clarence and Linnie (Usher) Blanchard at home in Bradford Township, Nashua, Chickasaw County. She graduated from Nashua High School in 1938 then continued her education at the Iowa State Teacher’s College (now known as the University of Northern Iowa) in Cedar Falls, Iowa where she received her teacher’s certificate.

Wilma taught in rural one room schools until her marriage in 1945. She married Lloyd H. Zubrod on January 6, 1945. The couple farmed successfully until retirement. Wilma enjoyed discussing current events, playing cards with her grandchildren and a good game of Euchre. Lloyd and Wilma loved traveling with their motor home.

She was founder and member of the Deer Chicks Club in Chickasaw County. Wilma and Lloyd wintered in Punta Gorda, Fl. for many years. Wilma enjoyed living near her daughter, Nancy and son-in-law, Ron, in Punta Gorda after Lloyd’s passing. She loved her faith, her family and the grandchildren and great-grandchildren’s cards, visits and phone calls.

Wilma is survived by her loving children; son’s Robert L. (Jannette) Zubrod of Ionia, Roy F. (Rebecca) Zubrod of Iowa City. Daughter’s Beverly C. (Roger) Schwickerath of New Hampton, Nancy L. (Ronald) Panoch of Punta Gorda, Fl., thirteen grandchildren; Allen (Debbie) Zubrod, Cheryl Colasch, Dawn (Jon) Wilber, Sanya (Jeff) Maerschalk, Wanita (Gary) Kilcollins, Virginia(Joseph) Pascual, Jake Zubrod, Dean (Jill) Schwickerath, Nick (Jody) Schwickerath, Jennifer (James) Anderson, Susie (William) Sudah, Karen Panoch, Gary (Christine) Panoch and twenty-two great-grandchildren, a sister, Marjorie Nixt, Charles City and brother, Leland Blanchard, Mason City.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Lloyd, grandson, Bruce Zubrod, sister, Clara Velma, Hartman, Murry, brother, Raymond Otis, ininfancy.

Florida arrangements by gpanochfunerals.com

ALMA E. POPPE
April 1, 1924  - January 2, 2014
Posted: Monday, January 6, 2014

Alma E. Poppe age 89 of Nashua, died Thursday Jan. 2, 2014, at Hospice of North Iowa in Mason City.
Funeral services will be held 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 4, 2014, at St. John Lutheran Church, Nashua.
Interment will be in Greenwood Cemetery, Nashua with Allen Poppe, Neal Poppe, Griffin Poppe, Jason Haeflinger, Brian Haeflinger, David Haeflinger and Michael Tupper serving as pallbearers.

Friends may greet the family 4 - 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 3, 2014, at ST. JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH - NASHUA. Visitation continues an hour prior to the service at the church on Saturday.
Arrangements are with Hugeback Johnson Funeral Home - Olson Chapel in Nashua. Online condolences for Alma's family may be left at hugebackfuneralhome.com.

Alma Ella Poppe was born April 1, 1924, the daughter of Karl and Bertha (Schroeder) Hemmerich in Cold Water Township rural Butler County.

Alma attended rural schools, Cold Water Township Number 6 and Number 1 completing the 8th grade. She was baptized and confirmed at St. John's Lutheran Church, Vilmar. She was proud of the fact she had never worked for a wage. As a young adult she lived with her parents but raised chickens so she could sell the eggs for spending money. Alma loved going to dances and met Edmund S. Poppe at a dance in Powersville, IA, in 1949. The couple were united in marriage on February 12, 1950 at St. John's Lutheran Church, Vilmar. After she was married she worked side by side with Edmund on their farm, milking cows, tending to hogs, feeding beef cattle, driving tractor and doing the bookwork. The couple loved to dance and they hosted dances for their 25th, 40th, and 50th anniversaries. She loved to throw a good party and enjoyed all the weddings and birthday parties.

The couple farmed in rural Ionia from 1951 until 1986, when they retired and moved to their house on Cedar Lake in Nashua. Alma and Edmund enjoyed traveling and visited all 50 states, Argentina, and Europe twice. Edmund preceded her in death on February 10, 2004. She moved to the Cedar Vale Assisted Living in October of 2006 where she especially enjoyed playing 500.

Alma was active in her church and enjoyed sewing quilts for Lutheran World Relief. Her memberships included the Chickasaw County Cattlewomen, the Iowa Cattlewomen, and Chickasaw County and Iowa Porkettes. She always enjoyed the people she met in these organizations. She also was a member of the Nashua Garden Club. Alma loved gardening and raised a wide variety of vegetables and many annual and perennial flowers. She loved to shop garden centers to find something she did not already have and she shared that love with her children and grandchildren.

Survivors include her seven children; four sons, Calvin (Nancy) Poppe, Gary (Rhonda) Poppe all of Ionia, Glen Poppe of Nashua and Roy (Ayse) Poppe of Cedar Rapids; three daughters, Sharon (Ken) Pinter of Mundelein, Ill., Beverly (Jim) Haeflinger of Alta Vista and Joanne (Larry) Tupper of Ionia; grandchildren, Allen (Jillian), Neal (Kate), Craig Poppe, Angelyn Pinter (Chad McCormick), Dylana (Elliott) Eisaman, Griffin, Kelsey and Abby Poppe, Mindy (Matt) Buckley, Jason (Rachel), Brian (Steva) and David Haeflinger, Jennifer (Cory) Kuehn, Stephanie, Michael and Katherine Tupper, Hannah, Marlena and Benjamin Poppe; great grandchildren, Annalise, Allison and Ethan Poppe, Norah and Jacob Poppe, Wilson and Alice Buckley, Samara, Gibson and Ellette Haeflinger

Alma was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; three brothers, Herman, Walter and Kurt Hemmerich; one sister, Emma DeBoer.

VERNELLE MAE DOSTAL
April 20, 1927 - January 5, 2014
Posted: Thursday, January 9, 2014

Vernelle Mae Dostal, age 86, of Decorah, formerly of Waucoma and Ossian, died Sunday evening Jan. 5, 2014, at Gundersen Health Center in Lacrosse, Wisconsin.

A memorial mass will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, Jan. 10, 2014, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Waucoma, with Monsignor Cletus Hawes presiding. Burial of cremains will be in St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery, Waucoma.

Friends may call from 4 - 7 p.m., on Thursday, Jan. 9, 2014, at the Schluter – Balik Funeral Home, Chekal Chapel in Fort Atkinson.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to the Arlin Falck Assisted Living Van Fund, 911 Ridgewood Drive, Decorah, IA 52101, or donor’s choice.

Vernelle Mae Dostal was born on April 20, 1927, in Waucoma, the daughter of Edward and Helen (Kunt) Jirak, Sr. Vernelle attended country school and later Rudolphinum High School in Protivin, where she graduated in 1944. She continued her studies at Mt. Mercy College in Cedar Rapids. In 1946, Vernelle married Roy Schmitt, they lived in Jackson Junction. Roy died in 1974. Vernelle worked as Head Cook at Turkey Valley School from 1960 to 1978. To this day students have come up to her and commented how great she was as a cook and how they loved her meals. She was a life-long member of the Catholic Daughters and Rosary Society of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Waucoma.

In 1978, she married W.A. Dostal and moved to Bryan, Texas and later to College Station, Texas. They moved back to Ossian, in 1997 and in May of 2008 moved to the Arlin Falck Assisted Living in Decorah. Vernelle and W.A. enjoyed many trips together. They enjoyed driving the Texas country roads, sightseeing in California, old southern states, Washington D.C., Wyoming, and two trips to the Czech Republic. Vernelle loved to crochet and provided all her family with tablecloths, bedspreads, and doilies. She loved her garden and flowers. She continued to garden on their patio even after their move to Assisted Living. Her greatest love was for her family from the youngest to the oldest. She gave her family many happy moments and memories.

Left to cherish her memory is her husband: W.A. Dostal, Decorah. Three sons: John (Mary Jo) Schmitt, Nisswa, Minn; Thomas (Mae) Schmitt, Jackson Junction; Steven (Brenda) Schmitt, Katy, Texas. Two daughters: MaryAnn (Dennis) Rosendahl, Des Moines, and Kathryn (Brian) Fleming, Lincoln, Neb. One stepson: Chris (Deb) Dostal, Jacksonville, Fla. Eleven grandchildren: Tami (Greg) Staut, Englewood, Colo, Terry (Deb) Rosendahl, West Des Moines, Melissa (Chad) Snyder, Urbandale, Mike (Susie) Schmitt, North Mankato, Minn, Nichole (Troy) Steele, Pequot Lakes, Minn, Kristin (Paul) Stoffel, Mankato, Minn, Angie (Darrin) Redmond, Iowa Falls, Heidi (Bryan) Wormley, Nevis, Minn, Nathan Schmitt, Katy, Texas, Eric (Jessica) Fleming, Lincoln, Neb. and Emily (Aaron Louchart) Fleming, Chicago, Ill., and twenty-two great-grandchildren. One sister-in-law: Eleanor Dostal, New Hampton.

Vernelle was preceded in death by her parents: Edward and Helen Jirak Sr. Her first husband: Roy Schmitt. One grandson: Matthew Schmitt. One brother: Edward Jirak Jr.

CHARLOTTE M. HOLLIS
December 13, 1921 - January 7, 2013
Posted: Thursday, January 9, 2014 

Charlotte M. Hollis age 92 of Lawler, died Tuesday Jan. 7, 2014, at Linn Haven Rehab and Healthcare in New Hampton.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday Jan. 11, 2014, at First United Methodist Church in New Hampton with Pastor Candie Carey presiding. Kim Hilgendorf will be the organist for the service with vocals from Blake Hollis. 

Interment will be in Faith United Church of Christ Cemetery, Tripoli withMcClain Gitch, Ryan Hollis, Blake Hollis, Tom Carolan, Steve Speltz and Joe Speltz serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers include Roscoe and Sharon McDonald, Tom and Bernice Britt, David and Janice Byrne, Leo and Bev Dowd, Jim Speltz, Sue Wegner, Krissy Josephson, Mary Markee, Joe Allen and Mary Brinks. 

Friends may greet the family 4 – 7 p.m. Friday Jan. 10, 2014 at Hugeback - Johnson Funeral Home in New Hampton. Visitation continues an hour prior to the service at the church on Saturday. Online condolences for Charlotte's family may be left at hugebackfuneralhome.com.

Charlotte Marie Hollis was born on Dec. 13, 1921, in rural Tripoli. She was the sixth child and eldest daughter of ten children born to William and Mary (Heine) Harmening. She attended Evergreen Country School and Tripoli Community School. Her mother provided a life-long effect on her in developing a strong work ethic, exhibiting extreme dedication and determination, caring and concern for others, and believing in God.  

Her early work career included employment at the John Deere Waterloo Tractor Works. It was here where she met her future husband, Keith E. Hollis. They were married on April 15, 1949 at the Little Brown Church in Nashua. To this union, two children were born, Mary Kathleen and Michael Keith.  

From 1948 thru 1968, Charlotte and her husband owned and operated Holly’s Coffee Shop (later becoming Holly’s Cafe) at three different locations in New Hampton. It was during this time she began catering for several local organizations which included the Lions Club, Rotary Club, B.P.W., the Masonic Lodge, and Past Matrons, as well as catering numerous weddings. Charlotte also catered meals for the New Hampton Country Club and Plum Creek Golf Course in Fredericksburg. From 1970 thru 1982, Charlotte and her husband owned and operated Holly’s Bar and Grill in Lawler. In 1968, she became the manager of the hot lunch program for the New Hampton Community School System until her retirement in 1985. The “Lunch Lady” as some referred to her, became a familiar face to many of the countless students and faculty that she served.  

Charlotte enjoyed her family time and provided an inspiration to her children, grandchildren and great- grandchildren. She often exhibited that “knack” for relating to the younger children in a thoughtful and teaching manner. She was a wonderful cook and enjoyed her time in the kitchen. She also enjoyed quiet evenings tending to her garden and caring for her flowers. Many of her friends were much younger than her but enjoyed her company as she always seemed to have a zest for life. She could be quick to offer an opinion, but also had a sympathetic and caring nature that people admired. When in public, she was always well-dressed and had a sense for style. Charlotte was a member of the United Methodist Church in New Hampton.

Charlotte is survived by her children, Mary (Wayne) Gitch of Fredericksburg and Michael Hollis of Nashville,TN; grandchildren, Mischa (fiancée Jon Odell) Gitch of West Des Moines, Karolyn (Mick) Kane of Fairbank, Natasha Gitch of Nashville, TN, McClain Gitch of Madison, WI, Ryan (Anne-Marie) Hollis, of Waverly, TN, and Blake Hollis of Knoxville, TN; great-grandchildren Kennedy and Adalynn Kane of Fairbank; sister Bernice Ambrose of Fredericksburg, and sisters-in-law Helen Doris Wright of West Des Moines, and Pat Hollis of Waterloo. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews and a host of close friends.  

She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Mary Harmening; her husband, Keith who died on Sept. 16,1986; brothers Wilbert, Louis, LaVern, William Jr., Raymond, and Henry Harmening; and sisters Marion Thomas and Wilma Allen.

DALE VERN MAUPIN
December 28, 1919 - January 5, 2014
Posted: Thursday, January 9, 2014

Dale Vern Maupin, 94, of Shell Rock, formerly of Waverly passed away at the Shell Rock Health Care Center on Jan. 5, 2014.

Services will be held on Monday, Jan. 13 at 11 a.m. at The Trinity United Methodist Church in Waverly with military honors conducted by The American Legion Post 176. The family will greet relatives and friends at the church one hour before the services. Private family internment will be held at a later date at The Greenwood Cemetery at Nashua.

Survivors include his wife: Lorraine Maupin, Shell Rock. Children: Donald (Jo) Maupin, Waukesha, Wisconsin; Richard (Janet) Maupin, Colorado Springs, Colorado; Dennis Maupin, Eugene, Oregon. Grandchildren: Scott (Bethany) Maupin, Nicole and Emily Carroll-Maupin, and James Maupin. Brother: Kenneth (Phyllis) Maupin, New Hampton. Sisters-in-law: Joan Kratchmer, Waverly, Harriet (Ken) Blockhus, Elgin, Margaret Maupin, Rockford, Marge Maupin, Harlan, and Dorothy Juhl-Zelle, Cedar falls.

Dale was preceded in death by his father, Davis, mother, Gladys, brothers: Dave and Glennys, sisters: Ada Beth and Maxine.

Dale was born on Dec. 28, 1919, the son of Davis and Gladys (Huffman) Maupin. Dale attended rural schools near Plymouth 2 years of high school. He finished at Nora Springs High School in 1937. Dale joined the US Army Air Force in 1940, serving in The South Pacific during WW ll as a mechanic on New Caledonia and Guadalcanal. Later he became a B-24 pilot. He served in Italy from 1944-45. He married Lorraine Juhl on January 16, 1944. After the war, Dale graduated from Iowa State College. He worked in Iowa and Minnesota for Farmers National Company of Omaha. He was a life-long member of the Methodist Church. Dale and Larri lived in Emmetsburg, Nashua, Mason City, Mission, Texas and Waverly.
Dale was an active baseball player in his youth and an avid golfer most of his life. His hobbies were: reading, writing, wood carving, stitchery, gardening, and serving as a Boy Scout Leader. He usually won whatever game was played with friends.

In Lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Dale’s memory may be directed to your favorite charity. Lorraine’s (Larri) address is: Shell Rock Health Care Center, #22, 920 N. Cherry Street, Shell Rock, IA 50670

Rosaleen Knutson, age 77 of Saude, died Saturday January 11, 2014, at New Hampton Nursing & Rehab Center in New Hampton.

Funeral services will be held 2:00p.m. Wednesday January 15, 2014, at Saude Lutheran Church, rural Lawler with Pastor Dan Larson presiding.

Interment will be held in the Saude Lutheran Church Cemetery, with Justin Kuehn, Jared Knutson, Jacob Knutson, Roger Knutson, Richard Knutson, Gary Johnson, Rick Johnson and Tom Schmitz serving as pallbearers.

Friends may greet the family 4:00– 7:00 p.m. Tuesday January 14, 2014, at Hugeback – Johnson Funeral Home in New Hampton. Visitation continues an hour prior to the service at the church on Wednesday.

Rosaleen Fae Knutson was born October 22, 1936, in Cresco, Iowa the daughter of Thedore and Lydia (Heimerdinger) Vaala. She received her education at Saude Lutheran School and was confirmed at the Saude Lutheran Church. Rosaleen graduated from Cresco High School. She then attended Gates Business College in Waterloo, Iowa.

On September 15, 1957 Rosaleen married Lowell Knutson at the Saude Lutheran Church. To this union three children were born Ruth, Don and Jeff.

Rosaleen loved her family very much and was a woman of great faith. Due to her declining health in the last few years, she resided with Lowell at the Nursing & Rehab in New Hampton. Her strong faith was with her until the end.
Rosaleen loved to watch the Minnesota Twins, along with the Iowa Hawkeyes basketball team. She enjoyed listening to all the Crestwood wrestling meets on the radio. She had a passion for gardening and would always have a large vegetable garden and many flower gardens scattered around the farm. Rosaleen cherished time spent with her family, especially her grandchildren.

Rosaleen is survived by her husband Lowell of 56 years; daughter, Ruth (Glen) Kuehn of New Hampton, IA; two sons, Don of Lawler, IA, Jeff (Karen) Knutson of Lawler, IA; her two special sons, Roger Knutson of Cresco, IA, Richard (Paige) Knutson of Yuma, AZ; grandchildren, Justin Kuehn, Jared Knutson, Jacob Knutson, Kassidy Knutson, Hannah Knutson, Wyatt Knutson, and Kyaah Knutson; sister-in-law, Marcia (Dale) Wagoner of Lawler, IA.

She was preceded in death by her parents, sister, Lorraine; a sister and brother in infancy.

DONALD E. BAST
August 1, 1936 - January 9, 2014
Posted: Monday, January 13, 2014

Donald E. Bast age 77 of Nashua died Thursday Jan. 9, 2014, at 9th Street Chautauqua Guest Home in Charles City.

Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Monday Jan. 13, 2014, at St. John Lutheran Church, Nashua with Pastor Bill Nielsen presiding. Interment will be in Greenwood Cemetery, Nashua with Shane Bast, Ashly Bast, Brian Bast, Amanda Hanson, Denise Bast, and Dallas Bast serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers are Lynn Lantow, Don Stille, and Dave Junker.

Friends may greet the family 3 – 5 p.m. Sunday Jan. 12, 2014, at Hugeback Johnson Funeral Home – Olson Chapel in Nashua. Visitation continues an hour prior to the service at the church on Monday.

Donald Eugene Bast was born Aug. 1, 1936 the son of Earl and Edna (Posekany) Bast in rural Grundy County. Don was a graduate of the Ionia High School in 1955. After school, he worked in the construction field for several years. On December 3, 1955, he married Marvolyn Chandler at the Ionia Congregational Church. To this union four children were born Dennis, Daniel, David, and Donna. Don started farming west of Nashua in 1962. He farmed there for ten years.

The family then moved east of Nashua where Don continued to farm until his retirement in 2004. Don always had a very impressive garden each summer. He cherished the time spent with his family, especially his great-grandchildren.

Don is survived by his wife, Marvolyn; three sons, Dennis (Darcy) Bast of Floyd, Daniel (Peggy) Bast of La Porte City, David (Vicky) Bast of Nashua,  one daughter, Donna (Tom) Cavanaugh of Storm Lake; one brother, Clifford Bast of Nashua, along with several nieces and nephews.

Don was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Calvin and James Bast; sister, Verna Bast.

DEAN E. NILGES
June 23, 1932 - January 11,  2014
Posted: Monday, January 13, 2014

Dean E. Nilges age 81 of Fredericksburg, passed away Saturday, Jan. 11, 2014, at his home after a short battle with pancreatic cancer.

Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2014, at Peace United Church of Christ in Fredericksburg with Pastor Burt Williams presiding. Interment will be in Union Mound Cemetery, Sumner.
Friends may greet the family 4 – 8 p.m. Tuesday Jan. 14, 2014, at Hugeback – Johnson Funeral Home in Fredericksburg. Visitation continues an hour prior to the service at the church on Wednesday.

Dean E. Nilges was born June 23, 1932 in Adair, the son of Paul and Frances (Wortman) Nilges. Dean attended DMT School near Rolfe, and graduated in 1951. From 1953 – 1955, Dean served in the United States Army during the Korean War. He served in the 999th Armored Field Battalion and made the rank of Sergeant while in Korea.

Dean returned home from the war and was introduced to Charlene Benson. The couple were married January 19, 1958, at the Ottosen Presbyterian Church in Ottosen. To this union two children were born; Paul in 1959 and Larry in 1962. Dean started farming with his twin brother Dale in Britt. Together they moved their farming partnership to Sumner in 1959. Dean started his own farming operation in 1972, and retired from farming in the early 1990’s.

Dean had a passion for restoring Minneapolis Moline tractors and equipment. He enjoyed riding motorcycles, camping and traveling south with Charlene for 23 years. He was very active in the community and was a part of many organizations including; Thomas E. Woods American Legion in Sumner, lifetime member of the Tripoli VFW, member of the Peace United Church of Christ in Fredericksburg and served many years on the Bremer County Soybean Association.

Left to cherish Dean’s memory are his wife, Charlene Nilges of Fredericksburg; two sons, Paul (Linda) Nilges of Tripoli, Larry (Karman) Nilges of Sumner; grandchildren, Tiffany (Mitch) Coffin, Cody Nilges and Kelsey Nilges; sister, Darlene (Donald) Hansmeier of Corwith.

Dean was preceded in death by his parents, sister, Peggy in 1932, twin brother, Dale in 2011.

PATRICK DANIEL SHERIDAN
January 2, 1941 - January 9, 2014
Posted: Tuesday, January 14, 2014

Patrick Daniel Sheridan 73 years old of Manly, passed away Jan. 9, 2014 from cancer at his daughter’s home in Mason City.

Services will be Saturday Jan. 25, 11 am at First Assembly of God, 1301 N. Carolina, Mason City, with Rev. George Ady. Visitation will be at 10 a.m. at the church. 

Patrick Daniel Sheridan was born Jan. 2, 1941 to Daniel and Blanche (Finnegan) Sheridan. Patrick was born and grew up on the family farm near Lawler. He graduated from Lawler High School in 1959. He married Barbara Carter on August 4, 1962 but later divorced in 1984. They had four children Jeannie (Deane Jr.) Johnson of Mason City, Joannie (Chip) Hillesheim of Murphysboro, IL; Jacqueline Sheridan and Janell (Mick) Norton of Dakota City, NE. Patrick worked at the Lawler Co-op for 3 years. He attended Hamilton Business College and received a degree in Business. He worked at Oliver Tractor in Charles City for the Cost Accounting dept., then Life Time Industry in Mason City in the payroll department.
 Alexander Manufacturing and Distributing in Mason City as a bookkeeper. Morgain Feed in Mason City as a bookkeeper. On Jan. 10, 1975 he went into business for himself as a carpenter. 

Patrick received Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior in 1985. Patrick enjoyed puzzles, reading, airplanes, motorcycles, spending time with friends and family and working with his hands. He was 64 years old when he purchased his first motorcycle and learned to ride. 

He was survived by his sisters Mary (Virgil) Hillsman, Alice (Ray) Tiemessen. His daughters Jeannie (Deane Jr.) Johnson, Joannie (Chip) Hillesheim, and Janell (Mick) Norton. Grandchildren Stephanie (Dustin) McDonald, Brooke Johnson and Jake Bushbaum, Evan (Sheree) Norton, Megan (Ryan) Trageser, Melody Boerjan, Hillary (Shiloh) Seymour, Ashley (Tyler) Cooper, Holly Hillesheim, Cutler Hillesheim, Hannah Norton, Leah Norton, Nicole Norton. Great-grandchildren Lathan and Shelby McDonald, Faith and Kalianne Norton, Levi and Bristol Seymour. 

He was preceded in death by his parents Dan and Blanche Sheridan, brother-in-law Henry Jr. and sister Margret Joebgen, daughter Jacqueline Sheridan and grandson Cory Hillesheim.

MARY H. ROSONKE
June 26, 1939 - January 14, 2014
Posted: Wednesday, January 15, 2014

Mary H. Rosonke, age 74, of New Hampton, died on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2014 at Linn Haven Rehab and Healthcare in New Hampton.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 17, 2014 at Holy Family Parish in New Hampton, with Father Mark Osterhaus celebrating. Burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery with Tyler Rosonke, Austin Hrdlicka, Brian Hrdlicka, Taylor Wedeking, Jacob Rosonke and Nathan Rosonke serving as casket bearers and honorary casket bearers are Ashley Rosonke, Stacy Wedeking, Michelle Hrdlicka, Jason Hrdlicka, Terra Rosonke, Hannah Rosonke, Jonas Rosonke and Josh Anderson.

Visitation will be from 3 - 7 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 16, 2014 at Conway-Markham Funeral Home in New Hampton with a rosary at 3:30 p.m. and a scriptural wake service at 7 p.m. Visitation will continue at the church one hour prior to the service. Online condolences for Mary’s family may be left at www.conway-markhamfh.com.

Memorials may be directed to the family.

Mary Helen Lynch was born on June 26, 1939 to John and Eleanor (Balk) Lynch in Lawler. She attended country school and graduated from New Hampton High School in 1957. Mary was employed at St. Joseph’s Hospital in New Hampton as a nurse’s aide. She was united in marriage to Glen Rosonke on December 30, 1958 at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church in Lawler. The couple made their home on their present day farm west of New Hampton. Mary worked as an aide at both New Hampton Care Centers from 1985 to her retirement in 2008. Mary enjoyed gardening, playing cards, working at the nursing homes, baking and spending time with her family. Mary was a member of St. Mary’s Church and the Rosary Society.

Mary is survived by her children Dale (Linda) Rosonke of New Hampton, Charles Rosonke of New Hampton, Judy Wedeking of Plainfield, Karen (Larry) Hrdlicka of Cresco, Paul Rosonke (Cheryl Anderson) of Alta Vista, and Dean Rosonke of New Hampton; 14 grandchildren, four great grandchildren; siblings Geraldine (Edward) Busta of Lawler, Jack (Pat) Lynch of Lawler, Gene (Jane) Lynch of Lawler, Donald (Irene) Lynch of New Hampton, Pat (Mary) Lynch of Clarksville, Bob (Darlys) Lynch of New Hampton, Steve Lynch of Lawler, Donna Hoehn of Lawler and Diane (Don) Huffman of Oklahoma; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents John and Eleanor Lynch, husband Glen, and son-in-law Rodney Wedeking.

GARY L. DECKER
April 23, 1943 - January 15, 2014
Posted: Friday, January 17, 2014

Gary L. Decker age 70 of Lawler, died Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2014, at Mercy Medical Center in New Hampton. 

Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. Monday, Jan. 20, 2014, at Trinity Lutheran Church, New Hampton with Pastor Kevin Frey presiding. Interment will be at New Hampton City Cemetery with Zackary Rigel, Derek Rigel, Nickolas Brown, Raymond Winters, Les Winters, Steve Decker, Jeremy Van Horn and Ben Van Horn serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers are Carrie Brown, Frank Wilson and Jackie Henderson. 

Friends may greet the family from 3 – 6 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 19, 2014, at Hugeback-Johnson Funeral Home in New Hampton. Visitation continues an hour prior to the service at the church on Monday. Online condolences for Gary's family may be left at hugebackfuneralhome.com. 

Gary Lee Decker was born April 23, 1943 in Postville, the son of Harold and Mildred (Fish) Decker. Gary attended Waukon High School and graduated in 1962. After high school, Gary went to Cedar Falls to begin schooling to become a barber. On July 21, 1962 he married Bernice Van Horn. To this union three daughters were born, Denice, Lori and Patty. 

Gary started to work for Chick Leonard in Lawler after his schooling was complete. After several years of working for Chick’s barber shop, Gary purchased the business from him and renamed it Gary’s Barber Shop. He owned and operated the business for over 50 years. 

Gary enjoyed fishing at his cabin in Minnesota, camping, square dancing and ballroom dancing. He always took pleasure in watching sports, especially the Hawkeyes and Cubs. Gary was a hard worker and was constantly involved in the community. He was a firemen for the Lawler Fire Department for 38 years, acting as chief for several of those years. Gary drove bus for the Turkey Valley School District for over twenty years, was a charter member of the Lawler Lions Club, was an active member at Trinity Lutheran Church of New Hampton and was always looking for ways to help the community.Gary always cherished the time he spent with his family and friends, especially his grandchildren.  

Gary is survived by his three daughters, Denice Decker of Belle Plaine, Lori (Bradley) Brown of Neveda, Patty (Chris) Rigel of Lawler; his special friend, Judy McIntosh of Decorah; four grandchildren, Carrie Brown, Zackary Rigel, Derek Rigel, Nickolas Brown; one great-grandchild, Dawson; six in-laws, Wesley Winters, Sharon Decker, Neal (Nancy) Van Horn, Cheryl Moran, Karen (Joe) Hermann and Kevin (Christine) Van Horn. 

Gary was preceded in death by his parents; his wife Bernice in 2009; onebrother, Robert Decker; one sister, Evelyn Winters.

RONALD N. ANDERSON
June 24, 1927 - January 19, 2014
Posted: Monday, January 20, 2014

Ronald N. Anderson, age 86, of Lawler, passed away on Sunday, Jan. 19, 2014 at Mercy Medical Center in New Hampton.

Funeral services for Ronald have been set for 11 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 24, 2014 at Jerico Evangelical Lutheran Church, rural New Hampton with Pastor Daniel Larson officiating. Military rites will be conducted by Alta Vista VFW –Paul Johann Post 4069. Burial will be in Jerico Lutheran Cemetery with Aaron Anderson, Adam Anderson, Jordan Anderson, Andrew Ihrke, Bryan Hubka, Peter Grubbs, Charles Crain, Michael Holdren, and Gavin Carman as casket bearers.

Visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 24, 2014 at Conway-Markham Funeral Home in New Hampton and will continue at the church one hour prior to the service on Friday. Online condolences for Ronald’s family may be left at www.conway-markhamfh.com. In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to the family.

Ronald Norman Anderson was born June 24, 1927 to Alfred and Gena (Hagen) Anderson on the family farm in rural New Hampton. He received his education in rural country school before graduating from New Hampton High School in 1946. After graduating, Ronald farmed with his father before enlisting in the US Navy on September 13, 1950. During the Korean Conflict he served in the Pacific Rim aboard the USS Menard. On July 30, 1954 Ronald received his honorable discharge. When he returned home he worked for Oliver’s in Charles City for a short time before he began farming on his family’s century farm. On November 6, 1955, Ronald was united in marriage to JoAnne Kala of Spillville at the Calmar Lutheran Church, Calmar and to this union six children were born; two sons and four daughters. He served on the New Hampton School Board for eight years. Ronald was lovingly known as the neighborhood carpenter and specialized in splicing hay ropes. On March 6, 1995, Ronald’s wife passed away. He was then united in marriage to Kathleen Roberson-Ptacek on March 23, 1996. The couple wed at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Lourdes. Ronald remained always active on the family farm.

He was a lifelong faithful member of Jerico Evangelical Lutheran Church and served in many offices. Ronald was also a member of the Alta Vista VFW – Paul Johann Post 4069. He enjoyed coffee time at Jerico Jo’s, was an avid Cubs fan and history buff. He enjoyed a good book, especially a Western, and a good meal. Farming and especially his family were his pride and joy. Blessed be his memory.

Ronald is survived by his wife, Kathleen (Ptacek) Anderson of New Hampton; his children, Nancy (Joe) Alden of Hudson; Gene (Susie) Anderson of Lawler; Mark Anderson of Cedar Rapids; Kimberly (Dan) O’Brien of Ridgeway, Tracy Anderson of St. Charles, Minn. and Shirley (Dean) Hubka of Cresco; 13 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; his stepchildren, Sharon (Rick) Krahn of Eyota, Minn, Dale (Debbie) Ptacek of Lime Springs, Mark (Luann Halvorson) Ptacek of Lawler, David (Barb) Ptacek of Cedar Rapids, and Andy (Lauren Danielson) Ptacek of Vancouver, Wash; 11 step-grandchildren; 5 step great-grandchildren; his sisters, Geraldine Munson of Madison, Wisc. and Lana (John) Tapken of Marion; two sisters-in-law, Margaret Thompson of Calmar, and Virginia (Paul) Pavlovec of Decorah; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his wife, JoAnne ; his parents, Alfred and Gena; his brother, Alton Gene; his mother-in-law, Katherine (James) Koshatka , father-in-law, Joseph Kala, and brothers-in-law Paul Munson, Robert “Bob” Kala and Einer Thompson.

AMY JO PLATTE
October 15, 1971 - January 20, 2014
Posted: Tuesday, January 21, 2014

Amy Jo Platte, age 42, of Hubbard, died on Monday, Jan. 20, 2014 at Hubbard Care Center.

Amy was born on Oct. 15, 1971 in Charles City. She was the youngest of thirteen children born to Norbert & June (Townsend) Gilbert.

She grew up near Plainfield, and received her education by attending Plainfield Community School. After high school, she attended Kirkwood Community College in Cedar Rapids, Southwestern Community College in Creston, where she earned her Associate Degree. She then attended the Beuna Vista Campus in Creston and earned her Bachelor’s Degree.

On August 3, 1991 Amy was united in marriage to John Platte at the St. John’s Lutheran Church in Waverly. Amy worked as an accountant until the time she and John established Central Iowa Powder Coating.

Amy was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Hubbard. She was a devoted mother and wife.
Amy became a resident of the Hubbard Center in October of 2004. Amy went to be with her risen Savior on Monday, January 20, 2014.

Those remaining to cherish her memory include her husband John; two sons Dustin and Thomas all of Hubbard; her parents Norbert and June Gilbert of the Plainfield area; siblings Michael Gilbert of Westlake, Ohio, Peg Saienga of Round Rocks, Texas, Barb Albrecht of Springfield, Oregon, Randy Gilbert of Floyd, Don Gilbert of Waverly, Kevin Gilbert of Ionia, LeAnne Gilbert of Jakarta, Indonesia, Wayne Gilbert of Tripoli, Duane Gilbert of Clarksville, Rich Gilbert of Tripoli, Lori Gee of Independence, Brenda Linneman of Brookfield, Wisconsin; along with many other relatives and friends.

CASPER HILDAHL

August 19, 1939 - January 14, 2014

Casper Hildahl, 74, of New Hampton, died Jan. 14, 2014 at Linn Haven Rehab and Healthcare.

Per his wishes, there will be no visitation or funeral service. Burial will be at a later date at Saude Lutheran Cemetery in rural Lawler. Online condolences for Casper’s family may be left at www.conway-markhamfh.com. Memorials may be directed to the family.

Casper Arthur Hildahl was born August 19, 1939, at rural Elma, the son of Alfred and Cora (Johnson) Hildahl. He was baptized and confirmed at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Saude. He attended country school in Howard County. Casper enlisted in the US Army and served in Korea.

On July 28, 1967, Casper married Shirley Haugsted. They had three sons and divorced in 1988. Casper was employed by B&P Silo and the Schley Cheese Co. He enjoyed playing euchre, gardening, dismantling appliances for scrap metal, and crafts.

Casper is survived by three sons Donnie of Charles City, Ronnie (Dan Tokach) of Mandan, ND, and Shawn of Charles City; ten grandchildren; two great grandchildren; brothers Stanley (Gail) of Hemut, CA, Arlo (LaVonne) of Marshalltown, and Alton (Annie) of Spring Lake, NC; sisters Rose Marie (Richard) Feenstra of Cresco and Janice (Joel) Salazar of Cleburne, TX.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother and sister-in-law, Joseph and Janis.

BERNARD BOLTE

December 22, 1921 - January 24, 2014
Posted: Monday, January 27, 2014

Bernard Bolte age 92 of Fredericksburg, Iowa died Friday, January 24, 2014, at the Community Memorial Hospital in Sumner.

Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Wednesday January 29, 2014, at Peace United Church of Christ in Fredericksburg with Pastor Burt Williams presiding. Interment with full military honors will be in Rose Hill Cemetery, Fredericksburg.

Friends may greet the family 4 - 7 p.m. Tuesday January 28, 2014, at the Hugeback-Johnson Funeral Home in Fredericksburg. Further visitation will be one hour prior to the service Wednesday at the church.

Bernard Fred Bolte was born December 22, 1921, in Janesville Township, in rural Bremer County, IA, the son of Hermann and Lizzie (Wasserford) Bolte. He received his education in rural country schools. Bernard served in the United States Army during WWII from 1942 – 1945, having been stationed in Italy and Africa. On January 18, 1947, in Denver, IA, he married Pauline Hunt whom he had met at a dance in Oelwein. To this union four children were born. The couple recently celebrated their 67th wedding anniversary. Bernard and Pauline farmed south of Fredericksburg from the time of their marriage until retiring in 1992, when they moved into their Fredericksburg home.

In his free time, Bernard enjoyed fishing and playing cards. He will be remembered by his family for his quick wit and good sense of humor. He was a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars.


Survivors include his wife, Pauline; four children, Elaine (Roger) Wedemeier , JoAnn (Don) Behrens, Paul (Mary) Bolte all of Sumner, Dale (Karen) Bolte of Murietta, CA; eleven grandchildren; twenty great-grandchildren; one sister, Vernitta Sievers of Tripoli; one brother, Forrest Bolte of Vinton.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one grandson, William Bolte; two brothers, Ralph Bolte and Clarence Bolte; two sisters, Thelma Biermann and Lanora Biermann.

HARRIET MACOMBER

February 28, 1927 - January 24, 2014

Harriet Macomber age 86 of Fredericksburg died Friday, Jan. 24, 2014, at the Community Memorial Hospital in Sumner.

Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 30, 2014, at the Hillcrest Baptist and Brethren Church, Fredericksburg with Pastor Michael Bremer presiding. Interment will be in Rose Hill Cemetery.

Friends may greet the family 4 – 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2014, at the Hugeback-Johnson Funeral Home in Fredericksburg. Visitation continues an hour prior to the service at the church on Thursday. Online condolences for Harriet's family may be left at hugebackfuneralhome.com

Harriet Leona Macomber was born Feb. 28, 1927, to Harry J. and Winnifred L. (Babcock) Howe in Dodge Center, Minn. She was the oldest of their four children. She attended country school in rural Dodge Center then graduated from Maplewood Academy, a Christian boarding high school in Hutchinson, MN. Harriet then attended Union college in Lincoln, NE, for a short time. She was a long time member of the Hawkeye, Seventh-day Adventist Church where she held many offices.

On September 23, 1946, at Pleasant Corners Church in Dodge Center, she married Wayne D. Macomber. The couple made their first home in Dodge Center and in the 1950’s made Fredericksburg, their permanent home. Throughout her life Harriet worked in several types of employment including waitress work, along with cleaning homes and church’s. She dispatched ambulances from her home for the Fredericksburg location of Chickasaw Ambulance prior to 911, under the ownership of John and Lois Rich. She was a sworn matron for the local law enforcement department, again before 911 and the current county law enforcement coverage. Harriet had also worked for 20 years as a CNA at the former Sunrise Guest Home in Fredericksburg. She enjoyed baking for her family and others, knitting, crocheting, sewing, reading, gardening, traveling and treasured spending time with her family and friends. Many friends and family will remember her for her generosity of baked goods and likely an afghan for a wedding or special gift.

Harriet is survived by her precious dog, Snickers; two sons, Larry Macomber of Hagerstown, MD, Ron (Trish) Macomber of New Hampton; one daughter, Shirley (LaVern) Kammeyer of Fredericksburg; four grandchildren and their families, Vicki, Tiffany, Christopher and Lacey; two step-grandchildren, Jen and Krista along with their families; seven great-grandchildren, one step-great-grandchild; one sister, Leberta (Bob) Payne of Wisc; one brother, Gerald (Jan) Howe of Ind; two sisters-in-law, Ernestean Cram of Mich; Viv Colvin of Tenn; a host of nieces, nephews and special friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 57 years on September 3, 2003; one brother, Pastor Don Howe in 1986; one daughter-in-law, Carol Macomber in 2010.

RAYMOND M. BLANCHARD

August 28, 1929 - January 26, 2014

Raymond M. Blanchard, age 84, of Decorah, Iowa, died Sunday, January 26, 2014 at Mayo Clinic Health System Franciscan Healthcare in La Crosse, WI.

Funeral Services will be held at 2:30 P.M. Sunday, February 2, 2014 at Decorah Lutheran Church with Rev. Bryan Robertson and Rev. David Sorensen officiating. Burial will be at 10:30 A.M. Monday, February 3 in Oak Hill Cemetery in Nashua, IA, ?with full military honors.

Visitation will begin at 1:30 P.M. Sunday, one hour before the service, at Decorah Lutheran Church.

Raymond is survived by his wife Jan Blanchard of Decorah; daughter Raelynn (Chis) Bowcock of Palm City, FL; stepdaughters Angela Sadler of Mason City, IA, Laura (Phil) Ramsey of Mooresville, NC; stepson David C. Sadler of New Haven, CT; sister Mildred Noling of Charles City, IA; half brother Gerald (Kaye) Blanchard of Oskaloosa, IA; five grandchildren: Brandon Ramsey of Mooresville, NC, Andrew (Jessica) Bousky of Arlington, VA, Janna (David) Lay of Mooresville, NC, Michael Bousky of North Glen, CO and Patrick Bousky of Austin, TX. Raymond is also survived by Suzette Ballagh, his only niece.

The family asks for any memorials to be designated to: Humane Society of Northeast Iowa (HSNEI) Building Fund, P.O. Box 76, Decorah, IA 52101.

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CHARLES J OLSEN
August 26, 1946 - January 27, 2014
Posted: Wednesday, January 29, 2014

Charles J. Olsen age 67 of Nashua, died Monday, Jan. 27, 2014 at Liebe Care Center in Greene.

Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. Friday, Jan. 31, 2014, at the First Congregational Church in Nashua, with Pastor Ben Scholl presiding. Interment will be in Oak Hill Cemetery, with Brent Olsen, Kyle Tapke, Shane Olsen, Chelsea Olsen, Katie Tapke, Jenna Brieze, Jon Olsen, Dan Olsen and Craig Garthoff serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will include Brittany Barlow, Steve Olsen, Loren Olsen, Christopher Olsen, and Tom Garthoff.

Friends may greet the family 4 – 8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 30, 2014, at the Hugeback-Johnson Funeral Home in Nashua. Visitation continues an hour prior to the service at the church on Friday.

Charles Olsen was born Aug. 26, 1946, to Russell and Dorothy (King) Olsen in Cedar Falls. Chuck attended school in his hometown of Cedar Falls before enlisting in the United States Army. While in the Army, Chuck served in Korea and the Vietnam War. After the Army, Chuck came back to Iowa and began working at John Deere in 1967.

While at John Deere, he met Virginia "Ginny" Paul, who on May 16, 1971, became his wife. The couple married in Cedar Falls, and to this union, three children were born. After 33 years at John Deere, Chuck retired in 2000. He then went on to do contracted work with Black Hawk Engineering, from which he retired in 2010.

Chuck enjoyed riding his Harley with his beloved wife. Horseback riding and going on cruises with Danny and Maria, or some of his other friends, were some of his fondest memories. Chuck taught himself to play guitar and played in many bands including The Breaking Point, Federation, Country Living and several more. He was once able to perform with Tammy Wynette. Chuck always cherished time spent with his family and friends.

Charles is survived by his wife Virginia "Ginny" of Nashua; two daughters, Lori (Gary) Tapke of Denver, Carrie (significant other JR) Olsen of Charles City; one son, Kent (Tonia) Olsen of Charles City; ten grandchildren, Brent Olsen, Brittany Barlow, Mirah Olsen, Nathan Olsen, Chelsea Olsen, Lahana Olsen, Katie Tapke, Kyle Tapke, Shane Olsen, Jenna Vrieze; five great grandchildren, Bradley Olsen, Ryan Olsen, Anna Olsen, Lane Barlow and Aiden Olsen; two brothers, Steve (Jane) Olsen of Colo. and Loren (Deb) Olsen of Waterloo.

Charles was proceeded in death by his parents.

PATRICIA BEA SCHWAMMAN
February 9, 1960 - January 25, 2014
Posted: Wednesday, January 29, 2014

Patricia Bea (Stenzel) Schwamman, 53, of Castle Rock, Colo., passed away peacefully Saturday, Jan. 25, 2014, at home surrounded by family.

Patricia was born Feb. 9, 1960, to Alfred and Caroline Stenzel in Blue Earth, Minn. She grew up in Buffalo Center, on her family’s farm. She graduated from Buffalo Center High School in 1978. After high school, she attended Iowa State University, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in consumer sciences.

Patricia married James Schwamman on July 2, 1983, at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Buffalo Center. For 29 years, she and James lived near St. Louis, Mo., where they raised their children, Thomas and Laura Schwamman.

Patricia was preceded in death by her grandparents, Ted and Bina Van Hove and Hugo and Ottilee Stenzel.

Patricia is survived by her husband, James of Castle Rock, Colo.; her son, Thomas of Aurora, Colo.; her daughter, Laura of Denver, Colo.; her parents, Alfred and Caroline of Iowa Falls; her brother, Gary (Patricia) Stenzel of Iowa Falls; her parents-in law, Clarence and Darlene Schwamman of St. Lucas; her sister -in-law, Gail (Timothy) Bradford of Waverly; her brothers-in-law, Michael (Pia) Schwamman of Wichita, Kan. and Patrick (Barb) Schwamman of Cresco; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

A visitation will be held 6 p.m. with Rosary Services at 7 p.m., Friday, Jan. 31, 2014, at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 2746 Fifth Street Castle Rock, Colo. The Funeral Service will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 1, 2014, at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 2746 Fifth Street Castle Rock, Colo. Burial will follow funeral service at Cedar Hill Cemetery, Castle Rock, Colo.

Online condolences may be made at www.castlerockfuneralandcremation.com.

CHARLES BOYLE
April 9, 1941 - January 27, 2014
Posted: Wednesday, January 29, 2014

Charles “Chuck” Boyle, age 72, of New Hampton, formerly of Elma, passed away on Monday, Jan. 27, 2014 at his residence in New Hampton.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2014 at Immaculate Conception Church in Elma, with Father Steve Garner celebrating. Burial will be held at Calvary Cemetery in Elma.

Visitation will be held from 4-8  p.m. on Friday, Jan. 31, 2014 at Conway-Markham Funeral Home in Elma with a 4:30 p.m. Rosary and a 7:30 p.m. Scriptural Wake Service. Visitation will continue at the funeral home one hour prior to the funeral mass on Saturday. Online condolences for Charles’s family may be left at www.conway-markhamfh.com. Memorials may be directed to the family.

Charles Francis Boyle was born on April 9, 1941 to Charles and Clara (Knippling) Boyle in Elma. He attended country school and was a 1959 graduate of Immaculate Conception High School in Elma. In 1963, Charles enlisted in the Army National Guard and received his honorable discharge in 1969. He was united in marriage to Barbara Wenig on Sept. 19, 1964 at Immaculate Conception Church in Elma. Charles farmed the Boyle family farm until his retirement. He was also employed at Featherlite Trailer Manufacturing for 12 years as a security guard. Charles enjoyed playing golf, gardening, playing cards-especially bridge, going to his grandchildren’s events, spending time with family and friends and wintering in Arizona. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Church in Elma, Knights of Columbus and the Elma Country Club.

Charles is survived by his wife, Barbara Boyle of New Hampton; his children, Matthew (Diane) Boyle of Waterloo, Norbert (Lori) Boyle of Ackley, Lisa (Keith) Barnett of Iowa Falls, Randy Boyle of Norwalk and Brian (JoHanna) Boyle of Cottage Grove, Minn; 12 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; his sisters, Norma Buckley of Elma and Judy (Ron) Hillsman of Waterloo; his brother, John (Ardel) Boyle of Elma; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his siblings, Eleanor, Bernice, Patrick, Madonna, Marjorie and James.

RALPH HEDDENS
November 30, 1925 - January 29, 2014
Posted: Thursday, January 30, 2014

Ralph Heddens, 88, of Charles City, died Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2014, at Mercy Medical Center in Mason City.

Funeral services for Ralph Heddens will be held 10 a.m. Saturday at Saint John Evangelical Lutheran Church. Pastor Dennis Niezwaag will officiate. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery at Charles City. There will be a flag presentation by the Charles City Ceremonial Unit.

Friends may call at the Hauser Funeral Home from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday and at the church Saturday an hour prior to the service.

Ralph Englke Heddens was born Nov. 30, 1925, in Floyd County, the son of E. D. and Edith (Demro) Heddens. He graduated from Nashua High School in 1944. Ralph served in the United States Navy from 1944 to 1946 receiving his basic training at Great Lakes Naval Training Station in Chicago, Ill, service school for Basic Engineering where he was trained as a Machinist Mate and then was stationed at Camp Bright Naval Supply Station in Guam. On Oct. 10, 1948, he was united in marriage to Lois Slinger at Saint John Evangelical Lutheran Church with Pastor Walter Fritchel officiating. Following his discharge he worked farming for his uncle, Lloyd Hooper, at Gladbrook. He returned to Charles City where he worked for the Oliver Corporation for five years and then started farming in 1952. In 1958, he built a new house on the farm and continued milking cows until his retirement on January 1, 1990. Ralph was a member of Saint John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Nashua Boat Club and lifetime member of the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars. He was also a former member of Charles City Milk Producers Board of Directors, North Iowa Milk Producers Board of Directors, Floyd County Memorial Hospital Board of Directors, Farm Service Coop Board of Directors, Farm and Home Administration Board of Directors, Moose Lodge, Nashua Town and Country Club and Saint John Lutheran Brotherhood. Ralph was an avid fisherman having fished all over the United States, Canada, Mexico and overseas. Other interests included farming, politics, traveling and watching sporting events. His greatest joy, however, was spending time with his family and sharing life’s experiences with them.

Living family members include his wife of 65 years, Lois Heddens of Charles City; 4 children, Jon D. (Eija) Heddens of Centralia, Wash., David R. (Dee) Heddens of Alton, Thomas B. (Julie) Heddens of Charles City and Mary Elizabeth “Libby” (Greg) Johnson of Independence, Mo.; 10 grandchildren, Liisa, Tanya, Levi, Ryan, Travis, Jenny, Dustin and Brent Heddens and Brandi and Lauren Johnson; 4 great grandchildren, Isaiah, Lilli and Samuel Johnson and Ari Heddens; and 2 brothers, Paul W. (Pat) Heddens of Charles City and James D. (Joan) Heddens of Marshalltown.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Richard A. Heddens.

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.