PATRICIA ANN (Kudje) CAIN

Patricia Ann (Kudje) Cain, age 83, of Harrison, Ark., formerly of Klemme, died, Jan. 3, 2013, at Harrison, Ark., where she had lived since 1988.

Graveside service will be Tuesday, July 2, 1 p.m., at Ell Township Cemetery, Klemme. A luncheon and time of fellowship will follow at the Weathered Goose Restaurant in Klemme.

Patricia was the daughter of Arthur and Maybelle (Johnson) Kudje. She attended Klemme Schools and graduated from Klemme High School. She later met the love of her life and future husband, Kenneth Cain of Clear Lake, while on an outing at the Surf Ballroom. The couple eloped in April of 1949. Following their union they moved to Colorado, where Pat was employed with Colorado State Bank as an operations officer for 32 years until retirement in Englewood, Colo., where she lived for 40 years before moving to Harrison, Ark.

Survivors include her daughter, Karrie (Marcus) Limperis, Mount Judea, Ark.; granddaughter, Nicole (T.J.) Clark; great-grandchildren, Kolby and Chase Clark, and Roland Limperis; step-great grandchild, Lydea Clark; her sisters, Jacqueline Hiete and Virginia Bakersville.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Kenneth, grandson, Daniel Limperis, and great-grandson, Corbin Clark.

BEVERLY J. ANDERSON
July 24, 1932 - July 5, 2013

Beverly J. Anderson, 80, of Clear Lake passed away Friday, July 5, 2013, at the Oakwood Care Center.

A funeral service will be held Monday, July 8, at 10:30 a.m. at the United Methodist Church, 10 N. Weimer St., Ventura, Iowa, with Pastor Rhoda Preston officiating.

Visitation will be held from 5 until 7 p.m., Sunday, July 7, at Ward-Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, 101 N. Fourth St., Clear Lake, Iowa.

Burial will be held following the service at Memorial Park Cemetery, 11495 265th St., Highway 122 W., Mason City, Iowa.

Beverly J. Anderson was born July 24, 1932, in Garner, the daughter of Birch and Barbara Robison. She graduated from Garner High School, and later worked at a nursing home, drug store and grocery store.
She was united in marriage to Calvin T. Anderson on Dec. 12, 1950, at the Garner Methodist Church. To this union six children were born.

Beverly was active with her church circle, an auxillary member of the American Legion No. 256 in Garner, Iowa, enjoyed spending time with family, and baking. She also enjoyed listening to Twins baseball, and Hawkeye basketball on the radio, as well as attending her grandchildren’s activities.

Beverly is survived by her children, Michael (Mary) Anderson, Clear Lake, Iowa, Janet (Rod) Reinholdt, LeClaire, Iowa, Terry (Esther) Anderson, Ventura, Iowa, Karen (Randy) Frisch, New Hampton, Iowa, Cindy (Mark) Meier, Glenville, MN; grandchildren, Tera (Marc) Kappmeyer, April (Tim) Lane, Mitchell (Taryn) Meier, Shelbey (Brett) Peterson, Dan Reinholdt, Kelli Meier, Mike Reinholdt, Ashley (Rob) Magner, and Emily (Mark) Eilertson; great-grandchildren, Alexis Wilkinson, Ava Kappmeyer, Jaxson Anderson, Isabella Kappmeyer, Makenna Meier, Mason Lane, Kensie Kappmeyer and Ainsley Meier; sisters, Nellie Bird, Garner, Iowa, Bonnie Boeshart, Garner, Iowa; and brother, Birch (Ruth) Robison, Hilo, Hawaii.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Calvin Anderson; infant son, Gary; parents, Birch and Barbara Robison; sisters, Geneva Hanson, Vivian Oppedahl and Edna McCaulley.

Special thanks to the staff at Oakwood Care Center for the excellent care given.

Ward-Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, 101 North Fourth St., Clear Lake, Iowa, 641-357-2193g, ColonialChapels.com. 

MARCIA NEUBERGER GARRETT
August 6, 1932 - July 18, 2013

Marcia Neuberger Garrett, 80 of Austin, Texas, died Thursday, July 18, 2013.

Marcia was born Aug. 6, 1932, to John M. and Pearl Ax Neuberger in Mason City. She moved with her family to Brownsville, Texas, in 1943. Marcia was a school teacher for 33 years with AISD in Texas.

She is survived by her brother, Dr. John W. Neuberger and wife Barbara of Denton, Texas; daughters, Debbie and Dean Stromer of Klemme, Iowa, Beth and Mike Brymer of Cedar Park, Texas, and Laura and Mark Webb of Bastrop, Texas; her grandchildren, Daniel and Mindy Stromer, Jessica and Mark Irvin, William and Mandy Stromer, David and Amanda Hopper Brymer, Chris and Danielle Hall Brymer, Brian and Meagan Webb, Stephanie and Mark Manning, Joshua and Desiree Webb and 11 precious great-grandchildren.

A public graveside service will be held Saturday, July 27, at 2 p.m. at Ell Township Cemetery, Klemme. Memorials and expressions of sympathy may be directed to the Westly Foundation — Memorial United Methodist Church, Austin, or locally to Marcia’s daughter, Deb Stromer 1842 Hwy. 69, Klemme, IA 50449

Local funeral arrangements are being held by Andrews Funeral Homes Klemme, 641-587-2510

MORRIS J. KLUVER
June 30, 1929 - July 25, 2013

Morris J. Kluver, 84, of Forest City, died Thursday, July 25, 2013, at the Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit in Mason City.

Memorial services will be held 10:30 a.m., Monday, July 29, at the Crystal Lake United Methodist Church with the Rev. Charles Layton officiating. Burial will be in Crystal Township Cemetery in Crystal Lake with military rites by the Crystal Lake American Legion Post 409.

A memorial visitation will be held from 1 to 4 p.m., Sunday at the Petersen Lund Funeral Home, 505 N. Clark St., in Forest City, and will continue one hour prior to services at the church.  

Morris James Kluver, the son of Glen and Eva (McCain) Kluver, was born on June 30, 1929, at home in rural Hancock County. He was raised on the family farm south of Crystal Lake. Morris graduated from Crystal Lake High School in 1946, and continued his education at Waldorf College.

On November 20, 1951,  he was united in marriage to Janice Olson at Faith Lutheran in Miller, Iowa.
He served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict decoding messages. Morris received the Merit Unit Commendation, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Service Medal with three Bronze Service Medals and the United Nations Service Medal. Following his honorable discharge in November of 1953, he returned to Crystal Lake.

Morris and Janice made their home on the family farm south of Crystal Lake until October 2004 when they moved into Forest City.

Morris farmed and raised livestock. He enjoyed his cows, eating out, having coffee at Hardee’s, attending the grandchildren’s events and spending time with family.

Morris was a member of the Crystal Lake United Methodist church. He served as a 4-H leader, the County Extension Board, Woden-Crystal Lake School Board, Hancock County Draft Board, was awarded Iowa Master Farmer in 1975 and was a member of the Crystal Lake American Legion Post 409 and Garner VFW Post 5515.

Morris is survived by his three sons, James (Emily) of Roswell, N.M., Kent (Paula) of The Villages, Fla., and Lynn (DeEtta) of Crystal Lake; six grandchildren, Lee and Seth Kluver of San Diego, Calif., Brad (Tiernie) Kluver of Mount Vernon, Iowa, Kellie Kluver (fiancé Pat Sauter) of Cedar Rapids and Taylor and Trevor of Crystal Lake; two sisters, Glenys (Dale) Bird of McHenry, Ill., and Eleanor Kluver of Crystal Lake; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Janice, October 28, 2012; his parents; two brothers, and one sister.
Petersen Lund Funeral Home, 641-585-2685, www.petersenlundfh.com.

Wanda J. McLaughlin, 58, of Hanlontown, passed away Wednesday (July 31, 2013) at her home in Hanlontown surrounded by her loving family.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday (August 3, 2013) at Epiphany Parish - St. Joseph Catholic Church, 302 5th St. S.E., Mason City, with the Rev. Neil Manternach as Celebrant. Interment will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery, Mason City.

Visitation will be held Friday evening (August 2, 2013) from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. at Hogan Bremer Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 3rd St. N.E., Mason City where the Catholic Daughters of the Americas will recite a Rosary at 4 p.m. followed by a Scriptural Wake service at 7 p.m.

Should friends desire, memorials may be left in Wanda's name in care of her family.

Wanda Jean Chizek was born on November 6, 1954 in Mason City, the daughter of Walter and Marceline (Varvel) Chizek, she was one of nine children. Wanda attended and graduated from Garner High School amongst the class of 1973.

On June 27, 1973 Wanda was united in marriage to Daniel Martin McLaughlin in Duncan; this union would be blessed with two daughters, Shawn Lee and Shannon Lynn.

Throughout the years Wanda worked at Deluxe, Winnebago, and cleaned houses in neighboring communities. She was very active within St. Joseph Catholic Church, serving as a Eucharistic Minister, CCD Instructor, and administering Communion to the sick.

Family came first and foremost in Wanda's life. She cherished the time spent with her husband, daughters, and grandsons. Some of her favorite times were spent traveling and vacationing with her family.

In her free time Wanda enjoyed gardening, tending to her flowers, and bird watching. She was an excellent cook and always looked forward to hosting the next family gathering which would be filled with food, family, and fun.

Wanda will be remembered for her love of life, unwavering faith, and caring spirit. She was always ready to lend a listening ear or offer a friendly piece of advice in a time of need.

Those grateful in sharing in her life are her husband, Daniel McLaughlin, Hanlontown; daughters, Shawn Lee (Roungaroun) Phaiboun, Clear Lake, and Shannon Lynn (Franklyn) Ruiz, Fertile; grandsons, Thai and Tucker Phaiboun and Franklyn Jr. and Anthony Ruiz; siblings, David Chizek, Marshalltown, Diane (David) Fenton, Garner, Roger (JoAnne) Chizek, Mason City, Catherine (Kevin) Foley, Coralville, Ruth E. Fisher, Havelock, North Carolina, Joseph (Laurie) Chizek, Round Rock, TX, Paul (Becky) Chizek, Clear Lake, and Dennis Chizek, Garner; sister in laws, Pat (Lyle) Boehmer, Mary (Bob) Paulus, Vonnie McLaughlin, and Victoria Paulus; brothers in law, Mike McLaughlin, and Robert McLaughlin; a special niece, Renae Foley; as well as numerous nieces and nephews and extended family and friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents, grandparents, brother in law, John McLaughlin; great aunt, Lois Caldwell; and nephews, Benny Fenton, Cory Russell, and Dylan Johnson.

MARY LOU ANN JOHNSON

Mary Lou Ann Johnson, 58, of Britt, died Friday, June 7, 2013 at the Hancock County Hospital, Britt. Graveside services will be 2 p.m. Sunday, July 7, at Memorial Park Cemetery, Mason City.

 She is survived by her brother, John Johnson, of Britt.

 Ward-Van Slyke Colonial Chapel of Clear Lake is handling the arrangements.

ARNOLD HEJLIK
April 20, 1941 - July 2, 2013

Arnold Hejlik, 72, of Rockwell, Iowa died Tuesday, July 2, 2013, at the Rockwell Community Nursing Home.

Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, July 8 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 305 Elm St. E., Rockwell. Visitation was from 4 until 6 p.m. Sunday, July 7 at the Sacred Heart Parish Center with a scripture prayer service at 6 p.m. Officiating was Father Rodney Allers. Interment was in the St. John’s Cemetery in Duncan, Iowa at 2:45 p.m. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to Hospice of North Iowa, Rockwell EMT, Sacred Heart Catholic Church or St. Peter’s Lutheran Church. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.Fullertonfh.com.

Arnold Hejlik was born April 20, 1941 the son of Raymond and Marie (Drabek) Hejlik in rural Britt. He attended rural county school and graduated from Britt Community High School in 1959. After graduating he worked at the Britt Co-Op Elevator and helped his father farm and milk cows. He joined the Army Reserves at Garner, in 1962.

On Aug. 24, 1963, he married Bette Krause at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church by Rt. Rev. Msgr. W. Hradecky in Duncan. In March 1964, they moved to the Dougherty (Cartersville) area where he farmed for 19 years. He discontinued farming in 1982 due to his disability of Multiple Sclerosis. He thanks his father and God for giving him those years on the farm. In 1990, he and Bette moved into a handicapped-accessible home in Rockwell.

Arnold was a member of the Catholic Workman Lodge 51 in Duncan. He enjoyed family times with his children and grandchildren. He also enjoyed the trips to Texas, Florida and the D.C. area where his children live. Arnold especially liked watching the farmers’ fields as they drove to these places. Many times they drove different ways to get to there. He loved farming and polka music, and continued going to polka fests in his wheelchair. He enjoyed playing the accordion for many years until his hands became more disabled. In 1996, Arnold was diagnosed with Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) and he became a resident of the Rockwell Community Nursing Home in December 2012.

Arnold is survived by his wife, Bette and three children, Cheryl (Tom) Peterson, Ponte Vedra, Fl; Daniel (Teresa) Woodlands, Texas; and Karl (Erica) Washington D.C. He has six grandchildren (Iliana, Callan, Tre, Grace, Promise and Brianna, and one great-grandson, Jordan). Arnold is also survived by two sisters, Kay (Don) Kopacek, Britt; Mari Batty Rockford; three brothers Ronald (Mary) Nashville, Ill; Darryl (Mali),Mason City, and Jerry of Clear Lake. His in-laws surviving him are Jerold (Hoa) Layton, Utah; Joanne Myers (Donal) Austin, Texas; Duane (Sharon) Britt; Max (Carolyn) Kanawha; and Donald (Carol) Little Egg Harbor 1, N.J.; as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins.

His parents preceded him in death.

Fullerton Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 120 S. 3rd St., Rockwell, Iowa 641-822-3191
www.Fullertonfh.com

JOHN BAUER
July 17, 1925 - July 15, 2013

John A. Bauer, 87, of Mason City, died Monday, July 15, 2013, at the Good Shepherd Health Center.

A funeral mass was 10:30 a.m. on Friday, July 19, 2013, at Epiphany Parish - Holy Family Catholic Church, 714 North Adams, with Rev. Neil Manternach officiating.

Visitation was from 5 to 7 p.m., with a scriptural wake service at 6:30 p.m. followed by a Rosary Service, on Thursday (July 18, 2013) at Major Erickson Funeral Home, 111 N. Pennsylvania Avenue. Interment was at Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the John Bauer memorial fund, in care of the family. Online condolences may be left for the family at
www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com

John was born July 17, 1925, in Stockholm, Wis., the son of Rudolph and Clara (Uhlenhake) Bauer. He attended school in Wisconsin. John served his country in the U.S. Army during WWII before his honorable discharge in 1945. John was a POW and wrote a book about his experience. He was very proud of this book.

On June 8, 1946, John married Mildred M. Chodur at the St. Boniface Church in Garner. Farming was a big part of John’s life. He owned/operated Bauer Implement as an International Harvester Dealership, which was a family owned business in Wesley for over 75 years. Family was very important to John. He loved spending time together - especially with his grandchildren. John enjoyed collecting farm memorabilia (toy tractors etc…), visiting with fellow farmers, traveling, casino trips, watching sports on TV, feeding the wildlife in his backyard and watching nature while relaxing on his patio. He also enjoyed golfing and was thrilled when he got a hole-in-one at the Wesley Country Club (hole #3). John was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church in Mason City and a past member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Wesley. He was also a member of the VFW.

John loved to have a good laugh and became known as a "jokester". He will be deeply missed.
John Bauer is survived by his 8 children; Pamela Rayhons, Deb Bauer, Renee (Kevin) Hendrickson, Jeff (Nancy) Bauer, Jason Bauer, Jarrett Bauer, Sharon "Sherrie" Bauer, and Jovian "Jo" Bauer; his grandchildren: Matt Bauer and fiancee: Cindy Drinkwine, Beth (James) Tindell, Jacob (Kate) Mertz, Jason (Dena) Mertz, Adam Mertz, Michelle (Juan) Cangas, Bradley Rayhons, Kevin Rayhons, Crystal Bauer, Weston Woltjer, Nathan Ruppelt; step grandchildren: Sarah (Nick) Ortmeier, Rachel (Jesse) Huston, Jason Hendrickson and Kayla Hendrickson; great grandchildren: Andrea, Karina, Isaac, Rowen, Nyles, Connor, Ashlee, Gavin, Landon, Cody and Jase; siblings: Bill (Sally) Bauer, Ruth Mary Meyer, Clara Lu Wellik, and Marlene (Tom) Liermann; brothers and sisters in-law: Gerry Hart, Kenneth (Shirley) Chodur, and Irene (Dick) King. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his wife: Mildred Bauer in 2011; his parents; great granddaughter: Brittany Bauer; siblings: Bernadette Pfeffer and Ralph Bauer; brothers and sisters in-law: James Chodur, Betty Kaduce, Linda Mayo, Donald Chodur, Ilene Bailey, Ralph Chodur, Delores Norcross, and Odella Broome ; and his mother and father in-law: Andrew and Alice (Hanson) Chodur.

The family would like to thank the staff at Good Shepherd Health Center for the wonderful care they provided.

Major Erickson Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of arrangements.

111 N. Pennsylvania Avenue, Mason City, Iowa 50401. 641-423-0924
www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com

Posted on 15 August 2013 by Jay Lehmann