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Friday, May 4, 2007 CHARLES CITY - Amber R. Diesburg, 18, of Charles City, died, Wednesday, April 25, 2007 at the Floyd County Memorial Hospital in Charles City. Funeral services for Amber Diesburg were held 10:30 a.m. Saturday, April 28 at the Saint John Evangelical Lutheran Church in Charles City. Pastor Dennis Niezwaag and Pastor Ruth Yeaton officiated. Burial was held in Riverside Cemetery, Charles City. Friends called at the Hauser Funeral Home in Charles City from 4 to 8 p.m. on Friday. Visitation continued an hour prior to the service at the church on Saturday. Amber Rae Diesburg was born August 12, 1988, the daughter of Troy Diesburg and Maureen Ruane at Norwood, Mass. In 2006 Amber graduated from the Charles City High School. She was employed at CAC Enterprises in Mason City. Her interests included, driving and listening to music; singing karaoke; talking on the phone; shopping; and hanging out with family and friends. Survivors include her father, Troy Diesburg; and a brother, Sonny Diesburg both of Charles City; her step-mother, Tonya Diesburg, Charles City; three step-brothers, Tanner Clark, Maverick Clark, and Metric Clark all of Charles City; her
mother, Maureen Ruane, Charles City; special friend, Justin McMillen, Nora Springs; Maternal Grandparents, Harold and Connie Volkart, Mansfield, Mass.; her Aunts and Uncles, David (Judy) Diesburg, Charles City, Lora (Paul) Lokenvitz, Ionia, Mike
(Gretchen) Diesburg, Summerville, SC., Chuck Diesburg, New Hampton, Colleen Ruane, Kathleen Ruane, and Chris Volkart, all of Mass.; and many cousins. Preceding her in death were her Paternal Grandparents, Cletus and Connie Diesburg; and both Paternal and Maternal Great Grandparents. Henry Knudsvig Friday, May 4, 2007 DECORAH - Funeral services for Henry M. Knudsvig of Decorah were held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 18, 2007 at Schluter-Balik Funeral Home in Decorah with Rev. Joan Mau officiating. Alan Sensor was the organist and those in attendance sang “Amazing Grace” and “Rock of Ages”. Pallbearers were: Tyler Boyle, Jacob Erickson, Cody Sanderson, J.R. Erickson, Tom Thompson, and Russell Thompson. Interment was in Stavanger Lutheran Cemetery in Ossian, IA. Schluter-Balik Funeral Home in Decorah, IA handled the arrangements. Henry, 89, died Sunday, April 15, 2007 at the Aase Haugen Nursing Home in Decorah, IA, following a lingering illness. Henry Martin Knudsvig was born April 5, 1918 in Dover Township, Fayette County, Iowa, the son of Severt and Anna (Mork) Knudsvig. He farmed with his brother, Herman in both Fayette and Winneshiek Counties until 1955. He then went to work for Roverud Construction, working there for 30 years, retiring in 1983. On March 20, 1972 he married Dawn Mathews in New Hampton, Iowa. Henry enjoyed fishing, gardening, yard work, fixing things and going on drives. Henry is survived by three daughters: Rose (Andy) Kurtze of Decorah, IA, Sharol (David) Zweibohmer of Cresco, IA, and Dawn (Lester, Jr.) Erickson of Decorah, IA; one son: Tim (Julie) Boyle of Cresco, IA; 16 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; one sister: Emma Eide of Decorah, IA; and several nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his wife Dawn Knudsvig in 1988; his parents; one sister: Agnes Knudsvig in infancy; and seven brothers: Arthur, Peter, Otto, Reuben, Joseph, Elmer, and Herman Knudsvig. Bessie Buckel Friday, May 4, 2007 SUMNER - Bessie Buckel, 99, Sumner, died Wednesday, April 30, 2007 at the Hillcrest Home in Sumner of natural causes. Funeral services will be Saturday, May 5 at 10:30 a.m. at the Republic Community Church near Nashua with Rev. John Sorenson presiding. Those in attendance will sing “In The Garden” and “Rock of Ages”. Interment will be in Greenwood Cemetery, Nashua, with Bessie's grandchildren and great-grandchildren serving as casket bearers Flower Committee will be Deb Hartman, Gayle Hartman and Pamela Dean. Friends may call from 5 - 8 p.m. Friday, May 4 at Becker-Milnes Funeral Home in Sumner and for one hour preceding services at the church on Saturday. Bessie Ardus, daughter of Frank and Lydia Harker Costello, was born Nov. 19, 1907 in Bremer County, Iowa. She graduated from Frederika High School in 1927. On Aug. 24, 1927, she was united in marriage with William E. Buckel. Bessie and her
husband farmed until moving to Sumner in 1989. Mr. Buckel died April 8, 1991, and Bessie continued to make her home in Sumner. She became a resident of the Hillcrest Home in Sumner in March 2000. Bessie was a longtime member of the Republic
Community Church near Nashua and the Sunshine Club of Nashua. Survivors include one son, Robert (Teresa) Buckel, Wichita, Kan.; one daughter, Wilma Hartman and her husband, Allan Mattke, Sumner; five grandchildren, Jack (Deb) Hartman, Ron (Gayle) Hartman, Mary Jo Hartman, Pamela Dean and A. Robert Buckel; seven great-grandchildren, Katie (Josh) Eastvold, Sam Hartman, Kelly Hartman, William Hartman, Jane Hartman, Camille Hartman, Ryan Dean; two great-great-grandchildren, Isabelle Elliott and Jocelyn Hartman. Preceding her in death in addition to her husband, were three brothers, Lowell, Derwood and John; three sisters, Yetta Edson, Leona Young, Arlene Grove. Thomas Brekke Friday, May 4, 2007 LEWISTON, MN - Funeral services for Thomas W. Brekke of Lewiston, MN were held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 26, 2007 at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Lewiston. Interment was in St. Rose of Lima Cemetery in Lewiston, MN. Hoff Funeral Home handled the arrangements. Thomas, 55, died Monday, April 23, 2007 at his home. Donna McGrane Friday, May 4, 2007 ELMA - Donna McGrane, age 59, of Elma, died on Wednesday, May 2, 2007 at her residence after battling cancer. Arrangements are pending with Conway-Kolbet Funeral Home of Elma. Lester Phillips Friday, May 4, 2007 LIME SPRINGS - Funeral services for Lester W. Phillips of Lime Springs, IA will be held at 10:30 a.m. today, Wednesday, May 2, 2007 at the United Methodist Church in Lime Springs. Interment will be in Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Lime Springs. Lindstrom Funeral Home in Cresco, IA is handling the arrangements. Lester, 93, died Saturday, April 28, 2007 at the Cresco Care Center in Cresco, IA. Linus "Jake" Jacobs Friday, May 4, 2007 FREDERICKSBURG - Linus "Jake" Jacobs, age 61, of Fredericksburg, Iowa, died on Wednesday, May 2, 2007 at Methodist Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota. Arrangements are pending with the Conway-Kolbet Funeral Home of New Hampton. Glen Quam Friday, May 4, 2007
Glen, 59, died Friday, April 20, 2007 in Phoenix, after a courageous battle with cancer. Glen Eugene Quam was born October 27, 1947 at Elma, IA, the son of Reuben and Dorothy (Shaffer) Quam. He graduated from Oelwein High School in 1966, and was drafted into the Army. He served a tour of duty in Vietnam. Glen attended barber school after his military service and barbered in Nevada, Iowa, and owned his own shop in Phoenix. He also barbered briefly in Oelwein in 2005. Glen was a member of the American Legion. He enjoyed spending time with his family, playing cards and sharing stories with customers at his barbershop. Socializing was truly important to him and he will be missed by many. He is survived by two daughters: Shawna and Krista, both of Phoenix; three grandchildren; his mother: Dorothy of Oelwein; six brothers: Roger of Creston, Richard of Cottonwood, AZ, Reuben Jr. of Vancouver, WA, Bill of Loveland, CO, David of Cresco, and John of Elma; three sisters: Delores Prinze of Prescott, AZ, Pat Smith of Ankeny, and Doreen Pfiester of Oelwein; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends. He is preceded in death by his father: Reuben; and his brother: Larry. Dorothy Irene Bomgardner Friday, May 4, 2007 NEW HAMPTON - Dorothy Irene Bomgardner, age 81 of New Hampton, died Wednesday morning May 2, 2007, at Mercy Medical Center in New Hampton. Funeral Services are pending with Griffin-Leggett-Resthills Funeral Home in North Little Rock, AR. Local arrangements were made by Hugeback & Chenoweth Funeral Home. 641-394-4334
Robert J. Schueth Thursday, May 17, 2007
A mass of christian burial was held at Holy Spirit of Geist Catholic Church on Wednesday, May 16 at 10 a.m. Visitation was from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Tuesday, May 15 at the Leppert Mortuary, Nora Chapel 740 E. 86th Street. You may visit the website, www.leppertmortuary.com where you can sign the guest book or make a memorial contribution to Parkinson's Awareness Association. In life Mr. Schueth received his BA from Loras College in Dubuque, Iowa and his MBA from the University of Minnesota. In 1975 he founded Schueths & Associates and in 1982 his son, John joined the firm, Mr. Schueth retired in 2002. He was an active member of Holy Spirit of Geist Catholic Church and a former member of St. Mark Catholic Church where he served on their Building and Faith Formation committees. Survivors include his wife of 48 years, Liz (Ahrens) Schueth, married on April 25, 1959; four children, John J. (Terri) Schueth, Paul F. (Betsy) Schueth, Dr. Mary Beth (Dale) Schueth-Cain and Cathy A. (Bill) Thomas; nine grandchildren,
Michael, Rebecca, Sarah, Elizabeth, Jennifer, Stephen, Caroline, Patrick and Kayleigh and two brothers, Jim (Sue) Schueth and Don (Sandra) Schueth. Preceding him in death were his parents; his sister, Geraldine Tervo and his brother-in-law, Jack Tervo. Shirley A. Kane Thursday, May 17, 2007 MAPLE LAKE, MN - Shirley A. Kane, 74 of Maple Lake Township, formerly of Brooklyn Park, passed away on May 11, 2007 at home with her family. Memorial service was Tuesday, May 15, 7 p.m. at Cremation Society of Minnesota. Visitation was from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Survivors include her husband of 53 years, Ed; children, Mark (Bonnie), Pat (Rick) Coons, Alderink, Pam, Tom (Michelle); seven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren; two sisters Madonna (Butch) Flick and Midge Schlindwein; one sister-in-law Margaret (Donald-deceased) Whalen; several neices and nephews. Condolances may be sent to Edward Kane, 8922 Bishop Ave. N.W., Maple Lake, Minn. 55358. Robert J. "Chief" Whalen Thursday, May 17, 2007 NEW ORLEANS - Robert J. "Chief" Whalen , age 60, a resident of New Orleans, formerly of New Hampton died Thursday, May 3, 2007, in Baton Rouge. graveside services will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, May 19, 2007, at Calvary Cemetery in New Hampton with Rev. Don Czapla of Holy Family Parish presiding. Hugeback & Chenoweth Funeral Home, New Hampton are in charge of arrangements. 641-394-4334. Clarence Alvin Bergmann Thursday, May 17, 2007 FREDERIKA - Clarence Alvin Bergmann, 82 died May 13, 2007. Services were Wednesday, May 16 at 10:30 a.m. at St. John's Lutheran Church, Frederika with Rev. Allan R. Simms. Organist was Edith Kolthoff playing “In The Garden”, “How Great Thou Art” , “The Old Rugged Cross”. Casket Bearers were Bryon Howland, Travis Thorson, Billy Katzenburger, Ben Bergmann, Beau Bergman, Kent Wiebke, Honorary Casket Bearer were Tad Bergmann Chapin. Interment was at St. John's Lutheran Church Cemetery, Rural Frederika. Military rites Thomas E. Woods American Legion Post #223, Sumner. John Strom Thursday, May 17, 2007
A celebration of life service will be held Saturday, May 19, at 11:00 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church in New Hampton, Iowa with visiting and memory following. Memorials may be sent to his family at 2374 Hitching Post Road, Decorah, IA 52101. They will be used for planting trees at local parks and given to the Alzheimer's Association. In Life A native of Scarville, Iowa he was born to Alfred and Wilma (Thune) Strom on April 18, 1940. He was baptized at Bethel Lutheran, Vinje, Iowa, and confirmed in Emmanuel Lutheran, Scarville. He attended Logan #2 Country School, the Scarville School, and graduated from Lake Mills High School in 1958. He graduated from Waldorf College in 1960 and went on to the State College of Iowa (UNI) where he earned a bachelor of arts in teaching. He married Constance “Connie” Davis on June 14, 1964. John began his teaching career as a junior high teacher in Northwood-Kensett and later at Rudd-Rockford-Marble Rock. In 1967 the couple moved to New Hampton where he taught driver education for many years—retiring in 1995. While in New Hampton they bought a 60-acre farm where they had a small cow-calf operation and eventually grew Christmas trees. They had three children, Julie Ann, Sarah Christine, and David Andrew. John loved to take his family on horseback rides through their property and watch his children exploring the natural environment he loved so much. A workaholic, John also sold World Book Encyclopedias, worked for various farmers, and maintained large vegetable gardens. When convinced to relax by his family, he enjoyed reading, traveling out West, fishing, and being out in nature. John was active in the local education association, lifetime member of the National Education Association, Iowa Driver Education Association, Trinity Lutheran Church, Chickasaw Trail Riders, and Iowa Christmas Tree Growers Association. Survivors include Connie, recently of Decorah, Iowa; two children, Julie Strom (Karl) Hendrickson of Decorah, Iowa and David of Decorah, Iowa; two grandchildren, Thomas and Maria; one brother, Allan (Patti) Strom of Oronoco, Minn.; two sisters, Carolyn (DeLyle) Fure of Decorah, Iowa and Monica (Maurice) Hutson of Byron, Minn.; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Preceding him in death was his parents, Alfred and Wilma; one brother, Stephen; and daughter, Sarah in 1979. Vallie Neal Stone Thursday, May 17, 2007
Funeral Services will be 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 15, 2007, at the United Methodist Church in New Hampton with Pastor Marshall Monthei officiating. Kim Hilgendorf will be the organist with vocalist Kathleen Ayers, singing "His Eye Is On The Sparrow". She will accompany the congregation in "America The Beautiful" and "Holy, Holy, Holy". Burial will be in the New Hampton City Cemetery with Regan, Jade, Neal, Brian and Vallie Stone, Gabriel Grout, Tyler Hansen, Vicki Daniel, Samantha Stone, Erin Mills, Jordan Hansen, Lindsey Valentini, Ashley Leitner, Shaina Stone, Harry, Leo and Oskar Brocka, Nate, Joseph and Daniel Krueger serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Don Blazek Sr., Gerald Johnson, Mick and Bonnie Gage, Judy Meyer, Doug Schueth, Kurt Knoll, Ken Kipp, Gene and Teresa Davis. Full military honors will be conducted by the Harold Redman American Legion Post # 279 of Lawler. Visitation will be from 3:00 - 8:00 p.m. Monday at the Hugeback & Chenoweth Funeral Home in New Hampton. Visitation will continue for one hour prior to services at the church on Tuesday. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the Multiple Sclerosis Society. Online condolences for Vallie may be left at hugebackfuneralhome.com In life Vallie was born in Lawler, Iowa on March 3, 1923, to Vallie E. and Alice E. (Bell) Stone, the second of three children. He attended Lawler schools and after graduation continued in the family implement business until the US involvement in WWII. Deere and Company, in a patriotic gesture, formed a battalion of mechanics and on September 23, 1942, Vallie enlisted. He was part of the second wave following D-day. Stationed in Paris, he worked primarily on tanks until the end of the war. He was honorably discharged on January 12, 1946. Upon his return to Iowa, he was reacquainted with his future bride at a dance in Spillville, marrying Marion Cole on September 27, 1946. He then built a family, a home, and a business in Lawler. In 1963, the Stones purchased their first farm,
moved and raised their family there. He officially retired in 1990 and continued with his interest in antique toy restoration as a full time effort. He was most proud of his children and their families, always taking an active part in their raising, never missing their school events. He was the lead on two major building projects for his lifetime church, just completing the Family Life Center in 2005. The sixty year marriage with the love of his life, Marion, was their greatest triumph and tribute to their children. Survivors include his wife Marion; four sons, Neal E. (Susan) Stone of Lawler, Craig Stone of New Hampton, Vallie C. (Shirl) Stone of New Hampton, Stewart (Pam) Stone of Charles City, Curtis Stone (deceased); four daughters, Bell Christen Stone of Camden, ME, Leslie (Dennis) Hansen of New Hampton, Alice (Michael) Koshaba of Chicago, IL and Faythe (Mike) Brocka of Denver; 20 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren; one sister, Irma Dixon of Gurnee and one step-sister, Colleen Fisher of Temperence, MI. Preceding him in death were his parents; one son, Curtis; one grandson, Tate Brannon Grout; one brother, Alan Stone and one step-brother, Bob Bell. Mardelle G. Greenlee Thursday, May 17, 2007 NASHUA - Mardelle G. Greenlee, 81, of Nashua passed away Thursday morning, May 10, 2007 at the Shell Rock Heathcare Center in Shell Rock. Funeral Services were 10:30 a.m. Monday, May 14 at St. John Lutheran Church in Nashua with Pastor Thomas Hagen officiating. Interment was in Greenwood Cemetery in Nashua. Visitation was from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, May 13 at the Hugeback & Chenoweth Funeral Home in Nashua and one hour prior to services at the church on Monday. Memorials may be directed to the family or to Cedar Valley Hospice, 207 20th St. NW, Waverly, IA 50677. On-line condolences may be left for Mardelle at www.hugebackfuneralhome.com.
Robert J. Schueth Thursday, May 17, 2007
A mass of christian burial was held at Holy Spirit of Geist Catholic Church on Wednesday, May 16 at 10 a.m. Visitation was from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Tuesday, May 15 at the Leppert Mortuary, Nora Chapel 740 E. 86th Street. You may visit the website, www.leppertmortuary.com where you can sign the guest book or make a memorial contribution to Parkinson's Awareness Association. In life Mr. Schueth received his BA from Loras College in Dubuque, Iowa and his MBA from the University of Minnesota. In 1975 he founded Schueths & Associates and in 1982 his son, John joined the firm, Mr. Schueth retired in 2002. He was an active member of Holy Spirit of Geist Catholic Church and a former member of St. Mark Catholic Church where he served on their Building and Faith Formation committees. Survivors include his wife of 48 years, Liz (Ahrens) Schueth, married on April 25, 1959; four children, John J. (Terri) Schueth, Paul F. (Betsy) Schueth, Dr. Mary Beth (Dale) Schueth-Cain and Cathy A. (Bill) Thomas; nine grandchildren,
Michael, Rebecca, Sarah, Elizabeth, Jennifer, Stephen, Caroline, Patrick and Kayleigh and two brothers, Jim (Sue) Schueth and Don (Sandra) Schueth. Preceding him in death were his parents; his sister, Geraldine Tervo and his brother-in-law, Jack Tervo. Zachary Wisher Friday, May 18, 2007
Visitation was held at the Conway Funeral Home in Cresco with the Schluter-Balik Funeral Home in Decorah and the Conway Funeral Home co-conducting the funeral. Zachary, 14, died Monday, April 30, 2007 at his home. Zachary Joseph Wisher was born August 2, 1992 in Decorah, IA the son of Dale Engen and Teresa Wisher. He attended elementary school in Ridgeway, then went to Junior High in Cresco, and was now at Crestwood as a ninth grade student. Zachary was a good student and had received the Presidential Award in Academics during elementary school. He attended Sunday school and Bible school at Peace Lutheran Church in Ridgeway. Zachary was active in football, basketball, and track. He excelled in football in high school. He raced go-carts with his dad for two years. He enjoyed canoeing, kayaking, fishing and hunting, a lover of the outdoors. Zachary liked to play Monopoly, work on crafts, and restore bicycles. He was a fan of the Iowa Hawkeyes, the Waterloo Black Hawks, and the Chicago Cubs. He enjoyed spending evenings watching old John Wayne movies. He liked to work on the farm and he was presently employed at Randy's Bluffton Store. He had lots of friends. He is survived by his father: Dale Engen (friend Janet Wennes) of Ridgeway; his mother: Teresa Wisher of Ridgeway; one brother: Matthew Wisher of Ridgeway; his maternal grandmother: Daisy Wisher of Waterloo; his paternal grandmother: Doris Engen of Decorah; aunts and uncles: Joseph and Renee Wisher and sons of Hudson, IA, Linda Wisher of Boise, ID, Patricia Wisher of Waterloo, IA, Larry Engen and friend, Donna and son of Decorah, IA, Ron and Mary Teslow, and children of Decorah, IA Greg and his wife Lisa Engen and their four children of Decorah, IA. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather: Joseph Wisher; his paternal grandfather: Gordon Engen; and an uncle: Thomas Engen. Shirley A. Kane Thursday, May 17, 2007 MAPLE LAKE, MN - Shirley A. Kane, 74 of Maple Lake Township, formerly of Brooklyn Park, passed away on May 11, 2007 at home with her family. Memorial service was Tuesday, May 15, 7 p.m. at Cremation Society of Minnesota. Visitation was from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Survivors include her husband of 53 years, Ed; children, Mark (Bonnie), Pat (Rick) Coons, Alderink, Pam, Tom (Michelle); seven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren; two sisters Madonna (Butch) Flick and Midge Schlindwein; one sister-in-law Margaret (Donald-deceased) Whalen; several neices and nephews. Condolances may be sent to Edward Kane, 8922 Bishop Ave. N.W., Maple Lake, Minn. 55358. Dolores Daley, 83 Friday, May 18, 2007
Conway Funeral Home in Cresco, IA handled the arrangements. Dolores, 83, died Wednesday, May 2, 2007 at St. Mary's Hospital in Rochester, MN after a short illness. Dolores Daley was born July 22, 1923 near Decorah, IA, the daughter of William Jerome Gossman and Pearl Elizabeth McCauley. She was raised in the Bluffton area. She attended rural school near her home and then Decorah High School. She boarded at school. After attending school, she worked at a watch factory in Elgin, IL. On February 16, 1942 she married Eugene Daley at St. Bridget's Church in Bluffton, IA. One son was born to this union. Dolores and Gene lived on the farm near Ridgeway and then out at the Plymouth Rock area. She raised a lot of food and animals. On January 2, 1994, they retired from the farm and moved into Cresco. Dolores loved to dance in her earlier years. She was a good cook, and always made good meals. She made especially good cookies. She took good care of her flowers and liked spending time in the outdoors. Especially going on picnics. Dolores
belonged to the Rosary Society and St. Agnes Guild. She is survived by her husband Eugene of Cresco; one son: Robert and his wife, Janet of Cresco; one granddaughter: Brittany of Cresco; four step-grandchildren: Shawn, Bryce, Kim, and Shane Gunhus; seven great-grandchildren: Alexandra, Julian, Spencer, Kylee, Riley, Jerrad, and Hannah; one brother: Paul J. Gossman of Ridgeway, IA; three sisters: “Sadie” Wilhelm of Harmony, MN, Evelyn Bohr of Cresco, IA, and Loretta (Harlan) Henry of Decorah, IA. Dolores was preceded in death by one brother: Eldon Gossman. Robert J. "Chief" Whalen Thursday, May 17, 2007 NEW ORLEANS - Robert J. "Chief" Whalen , age 60, a resident of New Orleans, formerly of New Hampton died Thursday, May 3, 2007, in Baton Rouge. graveside services will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, May 19, 2007, at Calvary Cemetery in New Hampton with Rev. Don Czapla of Holy Family Parish presiding. Hugeback & Chenoweth Funeral Home, New Hampton are in charge of arrangements. 641-394-4334. Leroy “Bud” Matt Friday, May 18, 2007
Friends may call at the Lindstrom Funeral Home in Cresco from 4-7 p.m. on Wednesday evening, and one hour prior to services at the church. Lindstrom Funeral Home in Cresco, IA is handling the arrangements. Bud, 82, died Sunday, May 13, 2007 at the Regional Health Services of Howard County. Leroy Matt was born November 3, 1924 on a farm in Howard County, IA, the son of Hugo and Florence (Kurdelmeier) Matt. He attended country school and graduated from a Farmers Short Course. On November 21, 1945 he married Shirley Ernst. They farmed in the Cresco area. After farming, he helped to build several things around the area including the bowling alley, the Huntting Elevator, and various other things. He started working at
Donaldson Co. in 1965 and retired from there in 1990. He was an avid St. Louis Cardinal fan. He enjoyed going to the casino, playing cards, and spending time with his family, especially with his grandchildren and great- grandchildren. He is survived by his wife Shirley of Cresco, IA; four children: Dick (Jane) of Colorado, Dean (Rosie) of Cresco, IA, Deanna (Larry) Stevenson of Decorah, IA, and Steve (Connie) of Cresco, IA; 14 grandchildren; and 13 great- grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother; a sister; a nephew; and one great-grandchild. Clarence Alvin Bergmann Thursday, May 17, 2007 FREDERIKA - Clarence Alvin Bergmann, 82 died May 13, 2007. Services were Wednesday, May 16 at 10:30 a.m. at St. John's Lutheran Church, Frederika with Rev. Allan R. Simms. Organist was Edith Kolthoff playing “In The Garden”, “How Great Thou Art” , “The Old Rugged Cross”. Casket Bearers were Bryon Howland, Travis Thorson, Billy Katzenburger, Ben Bergmann, Beau Bergman, Kent Wiebke, Honorary Casket Bearer were Tad Bergmann Chapin. Interment was at St. John's Lutheran Church Cemetery, Rural Frederika. Military rites Thomas E. Woods American Legion Post #223, Sumner.
John Strom Thursday, May 17, 2007
A celebration of life service will be held Saturday, May 19, at 11:00 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church in New Hampton, Iowa with visiting and memory following. Memorials may be sent to his family at 2374 Hitching Post Road, Decorah, IA 52101. They will be used for planting trees at local parks and given to the Alzheimer's Association. In Life A native of Scarville, Iowa he was born to Alfred and Wilma (Thune) Strom on April 18, 1940. He was baptized at Bethel Lutheran, Vinje, Iowa, and confirmed in Emmanuel Lutheran, Scarville. He attended Logan #2 Country School, the Scarville School, and graduated from Lake Mills High School in 1958. He graduated from Waldorf College in 1960 and went on to the State College of Iowa (UNI) where he earned a bachelor of arts in teaching. He married Constance “Connie” Davis on June 14, 1964. John began his teaching career as a junior high teacher in Northwood-Kensett and later at Rudd-Rockford-Marble Rock. In 1967 the couple moved to New Hampton where he taught driver education for many years—retiring in 1995. While in New Hampton they bought a 60-acre farm where they had a small cow-calf operation and eventually grew Christmas trees. They had three children, Julie Ann, Sarah Christine, and David Andrew. John loved to take his family on horseback rides through their property and watch his children exploring the natural environment he loved so much. A workaholic, John also sold World Book Encyclopedias, worked for various farmers, and maintained large vegetable gardens. When convinced to relax by his family, he enjoyed reading, traveling out West, fishing, and being out in nature. John was active in the local education association, lifetime member of the National Education Association, Iowa Driver Education Association, Trinity Lutheran Church, Chickasaw Trail Riders, and Iowa Christmas Tree Growers Association. Survivors include Connie, recently of Decorah, Iowa; two children, Julie Strom (Karl) Hendrickson of Decorah, Iowa and David of Decorah, Iowa; two grandchildren, Thomas and Maria; one brother, Allan (Patti) Strom of Oronoco, Minn.; two sisters, Carolyn (DeLyle) Fure of Decorah, Iowa and Monica (Maurice) Hutson of Byron, Minn.; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Preceding him in death was his parents, Alfred and Wilma; one brother, Stephen; and daughter, Sarah in 1979. Irene Schultz Friday, May 18, 2007 NORA SPRINGS - Memorial services for Irene M. Schultz of Good Shepherd Health Center in Mason City, formerly of Nora Springs, IA were held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 12, 2007 at the United Methodist Church, Nora Springs, IA with Rev. James Turner officiating. Inurnment will be in the Park Cemetery in Nora Springs at a later time. Viewing was held from 9:00-9:45 a.m. on Saturday at the Sheckler Colonial Chapel in Nora Springs. Sheckler Colonial Chapel in Nora Springs, IA handled the arrangements. Irene, 89, died Sunday, May 6, 2007 at North Iowa Mercy Medical Center in Mason City, IA. (Alice) Irene Morgan Schultz was born April 18, 1918 at Bonair, IA, the daughter of Neva (Bawden) and Leon Morgan. She grew up on farms in the Bonair, Lime Springs, Cresco area along with her brothers Paul, Eugene and David and her sisters Janette and Edith. Irene attended rural schools until high school, then Cresco High School, where she graduated in 1935. Following high school, she attended Hamilton Business College in Mason City IA earning special awards for shorthand and citizenship. Upon completion of her secretarial training, she worked at the Mason City Congregational Church office. While
living in Mason City with friends, she met Percy Schultz of Nora Springs. They were married at the Congregational Church on February 4, 1940. Together, they farmed on what is now the Century family farm north of Nora Springs. To their union, two
children were born: Thomas and Jacqueline. In addition to being a farm wife, Irene worked at the ASCS office in Mason City enjoying the daily contact that gave her with farmers from all over the county. She was a life-long member of the United Methodist Church and was especially active in the Nora Springs United Methodist Church, its mission programs, and UMW. Some years ago, she compiled a written history of the church, of which the Schultz family had been members since the 1880s. Irene was also active in Sunshine Circle, Rebekahs, the North Iowa Genealogy Club, the Kinney Pioneer Museum, Grey Ladies, and WTCU. She served as an officer for many years in her Rebekahs' chapter and was involved in regional and state activities. She volunteered in the Genealogy room at the Mason City Library, took pride in her membership in the DAR, and greatly enjoyed trips with her friends to Salt Lake City for family research as well as trips to Denver, CO to visit her daughter, and trips to West Virginia and Washington D.C. with her sister. Irene spent numerous hours at auctions, adding to her collection of antiques. She delighted in spending time with her granddaughter Lisa and with her great-grandchildren Alex and Allison. Cooking was among her special skills, earning her the nickname “Grandma Yum Yum.” A victim of Alzheimer's Disease, Irene spent her final years at Good Shepherd Care Center in Mason City, where she enjoyed their church services, jigsaw puzzles, bingo, music activities, and the compassionate care of their staff. Irene was preceded in death by her husband: Percy; her son: Tom; her brother: Eugene; and her parents. Vallie Neal Stone Thursday, May 17, 2007 Funeral Services will be 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 15, 2007, at the United Methodist Church in New Hampton with Pastor Marshall Monthei officiating. Kim Hilgendorf will be the organist with vocalist Kathleen Ayers, singing "His Eye Is On The Sparrow". She will accompany the congregation in "America The Beautiful" and "Holy, Holy, Holy". Burial will be in the New Hampton City Cemetery with Regan, Jade, Neal, Brian and Vallie Stone, Gabriel Grout, Tyler Hansen, Vicki Daniel, Samantha Stone, Erin Mills, Jordan Hansen, Lindsey Valentini, Ashley Leitner, Shaina Stone, Harry, Leo and Oskar Brocka, Nate, Joseph and Daniel Krueger serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Don Blazek Sr., Gerald Johnson, Mick and Bonnie Gage, Judy Meyer, Doug Schueth, Kurt Knoll, Ken Kipp, Gene and Teresa Davis. Full military honors will be conducted by the Harold Redman American Legion Post # 279 of Lawler. Visitation will be from 3:00 - 8:00 p.m. Monday at the Hugeback & Chenoweth Funeral Home in New Hampton. Visitation will continue for one hour prior to services at the church on Tuesday. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the Multiple Sclerosis Society. Online condolences for Vallie may be left at hugebackfuneralhome.com In life Vallie was born in Lawler, Iowa on March 3, 1923, to Vallie E. and Alice E. (Bell) Stone, the second of three children. He attended Lawler schools and after graduation continued in the family implement business until the US involvement in WWII. Deere and Company, in a patriotic gesture, formed a battalion of mechanics and on September 23, 1942, Vallie enlisted. He was part of the second wave following D-day. Stationed in Paris, he worked primarily on tanks until the end of the war. He was honorably discharged on January 12, 1946. Upon his return to Iowa, he was reacquainted with his future bride at a dance in Spillville, marrying Marion Cole on September 27, 1946. He then built a family, a home, and a business in Lawler. In 1963, the Stones purchased their first farm,
moved and raised their family there. He officially retired in 1990 and continued with his interest in antique toy restoration as a full time effort. He was most proud of his children and their families, always taking an active part in their raising, never missing their school events. He was the lead on two major building projects for his lifetime church, just completing the Family Life Center in 2005. The sixty year marriage with the love of his life, Marion, was their greatest triumph and tribute to their children. Survivors include his wife Marion; four sons, Neal E. (Susan) Stone of Lawler, Craig Stone of New Hampton, Vallie C. (Shirl) Stone of New Hampton, Stewart (Pam) Stone of Charles City, Curtis Stone (deceased); four daughters, Bell Christen Stone of Camden, ME, Leslie (Dennis) Hansen of New Hampton, Alice (Michael) Koshaba of Chicago, IL and Faythe (Mike) Brocka of Denver; 20 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren; one sister, Irma Dixon of Gurnee and one step-sister, Colleen Fisher of Temperence, MI. Preceding him in death were his parents; one son, Curtis; one grandson, Tate Brannon Grout; one brother, Alan Stone and one step-brother, Bob Bell. Mardelle G. Greenlee Thursday, May 17, 2007 NASHUA - Mardelle G. Greenlee, 81, of Nashua passed away Thursday morning, May 10, 2007 at the Shell Rock Heathcare Center in Shell Rock. Funeral Services were 10:30 a.m. Monday, May 14 at St. John Lutheran Church in Nashua with Pastor Thomas Hagen officiating. Interment was in Greenwood Cemetery in Nashua. Visitation was from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, May 13 at the Hugeback & Chenoweth Funeral Home in Nashua and one hour prior to services at the church on Monday. Memorials may be directed to the family or to Cedar Valley Hospice, 207 20th St. NW, Waverly, IA 50677. On-line condolences may be left for Mardelle at www.hugebackfuneralhome.com.
Kenneth Ellis Haldeman Friday, May 25, 2007
funeral services were 7 p.m. Thursday, May 24, 2007, at Hugeback & Chenoweth Funeral Home, New Hampton with Msgr. Carl Schmitt presiding. Private family interment will take place at a later date. friends called 3 -7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Online condolences for Ken may be left at hugebackfuneralhome.com There will also be a Memorial Service 1 p.m. Saturday, May 26, 2007, in Melrose at the family farm which is now owned by Byron Krueger. in life Kenneth was born July 20, 1925, on the Haldeman family farm near Norwalk, Wis., the son of John Fred and Cora Verna Viola (Brandau) Haldeman. He received his education in Norwalk, Wis., and at the ‘Little Red School-House' in North Bend, Wis. He stayed at home to help his family on the farm during his youth and in 1950 he married Janice Johnson. To this union three children were born, Denny, Jack and Joleen. The couple later divorced and he married Colleen Bobick. To this union a son, Heath was born. Kenneth's wife, Colleen died on June 16, 1988. Kenneth had farmed in the North Bend area for nearly 40 years, worked for American Motors in Kenosha, Wis., and as a welder for D & S Manufacturing in Black River Falls, Wis., until retiring. On May 16, 1998, at The Little Brown Church in Nashua, he married Eleanor (Carpenter) Rosonke. The couple made their home in New Hampton. Kenneth enjoyed reading, fishing, deer hunting during his younger years, watching TV, playing cards, drives in the country and time with his family and grandchildren. survivors include his wife, Eleanor; three sons, Dennis Haldeman, Chattanooga, TN, Jack (Amy) Haldeman, Sparta, Wis., Heath Haldeman, Wichita, Kan.; one daughter, Joleen Haldeman, Burnsville, Minn.; nine step-children, Bob (Deb) Rosonke, Dee Dee (Dennis) Collins, Deb (John) Reicherts, all of New Hampton, Mark Rosonke (Susan Ott), Lawler, Don Rosonke Jr., Pheonix, Ariz., Diane (Dave) Norton, Toddville, Iowa, Barb (Tim) Hyke, Cresco, Gary Rosonke (Renae Lenehan), New Hampton, Terie (Duane) Rethamel, Center, Point; seven grandchildren; 13 step-grandchildren; eight step-great-grandchildren; one brother, Gale (Nancy) Haldeman, Kenosha, Wis.; one sister, Fern Somerville, North Bend, Wis. preceding him in death were her parents; his wife, Colleen; a grandson, Roger Geerts and a brother, Ralph Hilsman in infancy. Vallie Stone Friday, May 25, 2007 Funeral Services for Vallie N. Stone of New Hampton were held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 15, 2007 at the United Methodist Church in New Hampton with Pastor Marshall Monthei officiating. Kim Hilgendorf was the organist with vocalist Kathleen Ayers, singing "His Eye Is On The Sparrow". She accompanied the congregation in "America The Beautiful" and "Holy, Holy, Holy". Interment was in the New Hampton City Cemetery. Pallbearers were: Regan, Jade, Neal, Brian and Vallie Stone, Gabriel Grout, Tyler Hansen, Vicki Daniel, Samantha Stone, Erin Mills, Jordan Hansen, Lindsey Valentini, Ashley Leitner, Shaina Stone, Harry, Leo and Oskar Brocka, Nate, Joseph and Daniel Krueger. Honorary pallbearers were: Don Blazek Sr., Gerald Johnson, Mick and Bonnie Gage, Judy Meyer, Doug Schueth, Kurt Knoll, Ken Kipp, Gene and Teresa Davis. Full military honors were conducted by the Harold Redman American Legion Post # 279 of Lawler. Visitation was held from 3:00 - 8:00 p.m. Monday, May 14 at the Hugeback & Chenoweth Funeral Home in New Hampton. Visitation was continued for one hour prior to services at the church on Tuesday. Vallie, 84, died Friday, May 11, 2007 at Allen Memorial Hospital in Waterloo. Vallie Neal Stone was born in Lawler, IA on March 3, 1923, the son of Vallie E. and Alice E. (Bell) Stone, the second of three children. He attended Lawler schools and after graduation continued in the family implement business until the US involvement in WWII. Deere and Company, in a patriotic gesture, formed a battalion of mechanics and on September 23, 1942, Vallie enlisted. He was part of the second wave following D-day. Stationed in Paris, he worked primarily on tanks until the end of the war. He was honorably discharged on January 12, 1946. On September 27, 1946 he married Marion Cole. He then built a family, a home, and a business in Lawler. In 1963, the Stones purchased their first farm, moved and raised their family there. He officially retired in 1990 and continued with his interest in antique toy restoration as a full time effort. He was most proud of his children and their families, always taking an active part in their raising, never missing their school events. He was the lead on two major building projects for his lifetime church, just completing the Family Life
Center in 2005.The sixty year marriage with the love of his life, Marion, was their greatest triumph and tribute to their children. Survivors include his wife Marion; four sons: Neal E. (Susan) Stone of Lawler, Craig Stone of New Hampton, Vallie C. (Shirl) Stone of New Hampton, and Stewart (Pam) Stone of Charles City; four daughters: Bell Christen Stone of Camden, ME, Leslie (Dennis) Hansen of New Hampton, Alice (Michael) Koshaba of Chicago, IL and Faythe (Mike) Brocka of Denver; 20 grandchildren; five great- grandchildren; one sister: Irma Dixon of Gurnee; and one step-sister: Colleen Fisher of Temperence, MI. He was preceded in death by his parents; one son: Curtis; one grandson: Tate Brannon Grout; one brother: Alan Stone; and one step-brother: Bob Bell. Evelyn Riley Friday, May 25, 2007
burial will be at St. Patrick's Cemetery in St. Cecilia, Iowa with Will Riley, Dave Riley, Rondy Roy, Leo Pospichal, Joe Pospichal, Brian Pospichal, and Jerry Conway serving as casket bearers. friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Friday, May 25, 2007 at Conway-Kolbet Funeral Home in Elma. There will be a Scriptural Wake Service at 7 p.m. with a Rosary to follow at 7:30 p.m. Visitation will also be an hour prior to services at Conway-Kolbet Funeral Home in Elma. in life Evelyn (Pospichal) Riley was born on February 4, 1917 to Charles and Anna (McCarthy) Pospichal in Elma. She graduated from Immaculate Conception School in Elma in 1935. Evelyn received her teaching certificate from Upper Iowa Teachers College. She then taught in country schools in the Elma area. Evelyn was united in marriage to Willis Joseph Riley on May 29, 1939 at St. Patrick's Catholic Church at St. Cecilia. They lived on their farm west of Elma and she continued to teach school in Elma and later Alta Vista until her retirement. Evelyn continued to live on the farm until she entered Colonial Manor Nursing Home in 1995. Evelyn loved to travel and do crafts. She also enjoyed eating out, laughing and her cats. She had a great knack for story telling for which she will always be remembered. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Church in Elma. Survivors include her four children Carrol Roy, Cedar Rapids, Charles Riley and wife Annie, Elma, Kathy Riley, Cedar Rapids and Jayni Blackburn and husband Ron, Jonesboro Ark.; nine grandchildren; two great grandchildren. preceding her in death were her parents, husband Willis, three brothers and one sister. Merle McGrath Friday, May 25, 2007 A Mass of Christian Burial for Merle J. McGrath of New Hamtpon, IA was held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, May 22, 2007, at Holy Family Parish-St. Joseph Center in New Hampton. Interment was in Calvary Cemetery in New Hampton, IA. Friends were to call from 3-8 p.m. Monday at Hugeback & Chenoweth Funeral Home in New Hampton where there was a 4:00 p.m. rosary and a 7:00 p.m. Scripture Service. Visitation continued an hour prior to the Mass at church on Tuesday. Merle, 81, died Saturday, May 19, 2007, at his home. Jack Lucey PORTERVILLE, CA - Jack Lucey, age 80 of Porterville, CA, died Wednesday May 23, 2007, at Mercy Medical Center in New Hampton. He was in New Hampton visiting his sister, Rosemary Huffman of New Hampton. Evelyn Hoffman Friday, May 25, 2007 A Mass of Christian Burial for Evelyn J. Hoffman of New Hampton, IA was held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, May 21, 2007, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in North Washington. Interment was in St. Mary's Cemetery in North Washington. Visitation was from 4-8 p.m. on Sunday at Hugeback & Chenoweth Funeral Home in New Hampton where there was a 4:00 p.m. Forester's Rosary and a 7:00 p.m. Scripture Service. Visitation continued an hour prior to the Mass at the church on Monday. Evelyn, 93, died Thursday, May 17, 2007, at the New Hampton Care Center. Jimmie C. Woosley Friday, May 25, 2007 LEBANON, MO - Jimmie C. Woosley, 69, of Lebanon, Mo died Tuesday, May 22, 2007 at St. John's Hospital in Lebanon, Mo. graveside services will be 2 p.m. Saturday, May 26, 2007 at the Greenwood Cemetery in Nashua with Pastor Thomas Hagen officiating. visitation was from 7 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Shadel's Colonial Chapel in Lebanon, Mo. James Long Friday, May 25, 2007 Funeral services for James "Jim" W. Long were held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, May 21, 2007 at the United Methodist Church in Cresco, IA. Interment was in Howard Center Cemetery in rural Cresco, IA. Lindstrom Funeral Home in Cresco, IA handled the arrangements. James, 62, died Wednesday, May 16, 2007 at the Regional Health Services of Howard County. Evelyn J. Hoffman Friday, May 25, 2007
a mass of Christian Burial was held at 10:30 a.m. Monday May 21, 2007 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in North Washington with Rev. Don Czapla and Rev. John Harpel officiating. Lector for the service was Larry Geerts. Marlys Schwickerath was the eucharistic minister. Presenting the offertory gifts were Evelyn's three grandchildren. Ann Bennett was organist accompanying the Immaculate Conception Men's Choir. burial was in St. Mary's Cemetery, North Washington with Dale Hoffman, Kenny Fangman, Duane Hackman, Harold Reuscher, Darwin Hoffman, Jim Hoffman and Elmer Strohmeier as pallbearers. visitation was from 4 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the Hugeback & Chenoweth Funeral Home in New Hampton where there was a 4 p.m. Forester's Rosary and a 7 p.m. Scripture Service. Visitation continues for one hour prior to services at the church on Monday. 641-394-4334 Online condolences for Evelyn may be left at hugebackfuneralhome.com in life Evelyn was born September 1, 1913, on the family farm near North Washington, IA, the daughter of Peter and Mary (Zimmer) Hilsman. She received her education at St. Mary's Catholic School in North Washington. On October 9, 1933, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in North Washington, she married Leo J. Hoffman. To this union, one daughter, Mary Lee was born. Evelyn was very active in the farming operations she shared with her husband, in the North Washington area. In 1986, the couple retired and moved to their home in Alta Vista. Leo died on November 1, 1994, at the age of 88. Evelyn enjoyed
playing cards, dancing, polka music and working in her garden. She enjoyed time with friends and especially enjoyed the time she had with her entire family. She was a life-long member of Immaculate Conception Church and Rosary Society and an
honorary member of the Foresters. survivors include one daughter; Mary Lee (LeRoy) Geerts of Charles City; three grandchildren, Lisa Geerts of Lomita, CA, Lori (Randy) Lyman of Rancho Palos Verdes, CA, Larry (Flor) Geerts of Janesville, WI; four step-great-grandchildren; two brothers, LaVern (Kathleen "Shorty") Hilsman and Virgil (Mary) Hilsman all of New Hampton. preceding her in death was her parents; her husband; a grandson, Roger Geerts and a brother, Ralph Hilsman in infancy. Victor Bina Friday, May 25, 2007 12:22 PM CDT Mass of Christian Burial for Victor G. Bina of Spillville, IA was held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 19, 2007 at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church in Spillville with Rev. Donald Hawes officiating. Doris Thompson was the organist, Dan Silhacek was soloist. St. Wenceslaus Choir also sang. Lector was Chris Bina, offertory gifts were carried by Chris, Chad and Kayla Bina. Interment was in St. Wenceslaus Catholic Cemetery in Spillville, IA. Pallbearers were the Clarence Bily American Legion Post #467. Military honors were conducted by the Clarence Bily American Legion Post #467. Victor, 92, died Tuesday, May 15, 2007 at the Evans Memorial Home in Cresco, IA. Victor George Bina was born near Spillville, IA on April 24, 1915, the son of Mathias and Frances (Benda) Bina. He attended rural school in Calmar Township. Later, Victor enrolled at St. Wencelaus Catholic School and Spillville High School. When World War II began, Victor left for the service with the United States Army. After receiving his basic training in Louisiana, he served with the 34th Division in the European Theater. A couple of years later, during one of the invasions, Victor was captured in Africa and held Prisoner-of-War in Germany for over two years. He returned to the United States in May 1945. The same year he began working as a mechanic at Balik Implement Store in Spillville until his retirement in 1980. On August 27, 1947 he married Lillian Josephine Triska at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church by Rev. John Chihak. To this union, three sons we born: Andrew, Michael and Martin. Victor was a member of St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church, and the Clarence Bily American Legion Post #467. He is survived by two sons: Michael (Diane) Bina of Bloomington, MN and Martin Bina of Decorah, IA; one daughter-in-law: Jean Bina of Spillville, IA; three grandchildren: Chris (Joan) Bina, of Cresco, IA, Chad Bina of Forest City, IA and Kayla
Bina of Des Moines, IA; one great-granchild: Alaina Bina; one sister: Helen Lukes of Protivin, IA; and one sister-in-law: Virginia Bina of Hiawatha, IA. Victor was preceded in death by his parents; his wife: Lillian Bina in 2003; his son: Andrew Bina in 2002; one brother: Ernest Bina ; and one sister: Alice Maloney. Merle James McGrath Friday, May 25, 2007 NEW HAMPTON - Merle James McGrath, age 81, of New Hampton died Saturday morning May 19, 2007, at his home. a mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 22, 2007, at Holy Family Parish-St. Joseph Center, New Hampton with Msgr. Carl Schmitt celebrating the Mass. The pall will be placed on the casket by his wife Ruth and their children. Lector will be his brother, Gerald McGrath. The offertory gifts will be presented by his daughter and granddaughter, Shelly and Olivia Rothmeyer. interment will be in Calvary Cemetery, New Hampton with military honors by the Fae Stine American Legion Post #38. Pallbearers will be Randy Patten, Matt McGrath, Josh McGrath, Jeremy McGrath, Dustin Franzen, Derek Franzen, Luke Rothmeyer and Richard Kalkbrenner. Honorary pallbearers are Jerry Huegel, Pat Rosonke, Bob Zeien, Diane Lentz, Steve Kincannon and John Kramer. friends may call 3-8 p.m. Monday at Hugeback & Chenoweth Funeral Home, New Hampton where there will be a 4 p.m. rosary and a 7 p.m. Scripture Service. Visitation continues an hour prior to the Mass at church on Tuesday. Online condolences for Merle may be left at hugebackfuneralhome.com in life Merle was born May 25, 1925 near Republic, IA to Daniel and Ethel McGrath. He was the fourth son of a family of six children. While Merle was still very young, they moved outside of Nashua and remained there until Merle's sophomore year. Merle has shared many childhood memories of growing up beside the Cedar River and wooded area during the Great Depression. The family then moved to New Hampton and Merle graduated from high school there in 1943. In January, 1944, Merle enlisted in the United States Army during World War II and fought for our freedom in the South Pacific and Japan for two years as staff sergeant. Merle was proud to be an American and would be the first to tell you not to take what we have for granted. After the service, he worked briefly for Allis Chalmers Corporation in Kansas City , then returned to help his father run McGrath Implement in New Hampton. In 1947 he bought the family business along with brothers, Gene and Burke. Merle and
Gene continued in partnership until their retirement. On March 14, 1950, Merle married Ruth Simmons at St. Joseph 's in New Hampton and remained members of the parish throughout their married life. They spent the next 57 years together in New Hampton and raised five children there. Merle and Ruth enjoyed several interesting trips throughout the years, but Hawaii was always a favorite for them. Merle was especially grateful to be able to attend the dedication of the World War II memorial in Washington D.C. shortly before being diagnosed with cancer. Throughout the trials and tribulations of life, their marriage has served as a testimony that riches are not measured by dollars and cents but by the love and commitment of two people to each other and to their family and friends. Merle has always been proud of his children and grandchildren and ready to help when anyone needed a hand. Most of us remember a time or two of hearing those familiar words “We need to have a talk!” During his retirement he spent many hours in his workshop. His woodworking skills were enviable. We are fortunate to have accumulated many family heirlooms made by Dad that will be handed down to future generations. survivors include his wife, Ruth; children Peggy (Roger) Patten of Zimmerman, MN; Mike of Fleming, CO; Steve of New Hampton; Deb (Denny) Franzen of Waterloo; and Shelly (Steve) Rothmeyer of Johnston; grandchildren Randy (Shelly) Patten; Matt, Josh and Jeremy McGrath; Dustin and Derek Franzen; Olivia and Luke Rothmeyer; great grandchildren Jack and Dan Patten; brothers Burke (Emma) McGrath of Palmdale, CA; Gene McGrath of New Hampton; Gerald (Rose) McGrath of Milwaukee, WI; a sister, Marilyn (Don) Rasmussen of Cedar Falls; and a sister-in-law, Mary Jean McGrath of Oregon, WI. preceding him in death were his parents, Dan and Ethel McGrath and brother, Bob.
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PHOENIX, AZ - A memorial service for Glen E. Quam, of Phoenix, AZ, formerly of Oelwein will be held in July at his brother David's in Cresco. 
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - Robert J. Schueth, 73, of Indianapolis, passed away May 12, 2007. He was born on October 27, 1933 to the late Jerome G. and Irene (Westemeier) Schueth in New Hampton, Iowa. 
New Hampton- John Strom, age 67, of New Hampton, a long-time driver education teacher, died early Tuesday morning, May 8, 2007, from complications with Alzheimer's Disease at the Patty Elwood Center in Cresco. 
NEW HAMPTON - Vallie Neal Stone, age 84 of New Hampton, died Friday evening May 11, 2007, at Allen Memorial Hospital in Waterloo. 
CRESCO - Funeral services for Zachary J. Wisher were held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, May 4, 2007 at Peace Lutheran Church in Ridgeway, IA with Pastor Phillip Olson and Pastor Ginny Olson officiating. Interment was in St. Benedict's Cemetery in
Decorah. 
CRESCO - Funeral services for Margaret “Dolores” Daley of Cresco were held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 5, 2007 at Notre Dame Parish-Assumption Worship Center in Cresco with Rev. Richard J. Ament officiating. Interment was in St. Agnes
Cemetery at Plymouth Rock. 
CRESCO - Funeral services for Leroy “Bud” Matt will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 17, 2007 at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Cresco. Interment will be in New Oregon Cemetery in rural Cresco. 
New Hampton- John Strom, age 67, of New Hampton, a long-time driver education teacher, died early Tuesday morning, May 8, 2007, from complications with Alzheimer's Disease at the Patty Elwood Center in Cresco. 
NEW HAMPTON - Kenneth Ellis Haldeman, age 81 of New Hampton, formerly of Melrose, Wis., died Sunday evening May 20, 2007, at his home. 
ELMA - Evelyn Riley, age 90, of Elma, died on Wednesday, May 23, 2007 at the Colonial Manor in Elma. A mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 26, 2007 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Elma with Father Raymond
Atwood celebrating the Mass. Theresa Burke will be the organist and will accompany the Immaculate Conception Choir singing “Amazing Grace” and “When Irish Eyes Are Smiling”. 
NEW HAMPTON - Evelyn J. Hoffman, age 93, of New Hampton died Thursday May 17, 2007, at the New Hampton Care Center. |
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