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Marty Burroughs
July 25, 1954-November 3, 2003

November 8, 2003

HANSELL—Marty Dale Burroughs, 49, of Hansell, died on Monday, November 3, 2003, at his home.

Funeral services were held on Friday, November 7, at the Hansell United Methodist Church in Hansell, with Rev. Julie Poore-Christensen officiating. Inurnment will be in the Hampton Cemetery at a later date.

Marty was born on July 25, 1954 in Hampton, to Maynard and Dorothy (Becker) Burroughs. He graduated from the William Chrisman High School in Independence, Missouri. Marty served with the U.S. Marines. He was employed by Dumont Auto Parts for 14 years. Marty was a member of the Hansell United Methodist Church. Mechanic work and reading were among his favorites.

Survivors include his brother, Monty Burroughs of Hansell; and several cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.

The Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home of Hampton, was in charge of the arrangements.
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Dorothy Cable
July 16, 1917-November 4, 2003

November 8, 2003

ELDORA—Dorothy Maxine Cable, 86, of Eldora, died on Tuesday, November 4, 2003, at the Valley View Nursing and Rehab Center in Eldora.

Following cremation, memorial services will be held on Monday, November 10, at 1:30 p.m., at the First United Methodist Church in Eldora, with Pastor Anne Lippincott officiating. Burial will follow in the Eldora City Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the Candace R. Cable-Feldon Memorial Fund established at the Hardin County Savings Bank.

Dorothy was born on July, 16, 1917 in Iowa Falls, to Frank and Elma (Janssen) Anderson. She grew up on a farm south of Iowa Falls and graduated from the Iowa Falls High School in 1934. She attended Iowa State University in Ames, graduating with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Education in 1938. On August 11, 1941, Dorothy was united in marriage to Kenneth Cable in Kansas City. The couple made their home in Eldora. She taught school in Owasa, Steamboat Rock and Eldora, retiring in 1981.

Dorothy was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Eldora and a member of the Alpha Club. When her children were young, she was active as a leader for the Cub Scouts and 4-H club.

Survivors include two sons, Frank Cable and wife, Nancy of Elk Grove, California and Andy Cable of Eldora; seven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and one sister, Rachel Anderson of Iowa Falls.

The Creps-Abels Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
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Marlyn Mossman
Wednesday, November 5, 2003

November 12, 2003

SPIRIT LAKE—Marlyn Eugene Mossman, 74, of Spirit Lake, died on Wednesday, November 5, 2003, at the Heart Hospital in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

Funeral services were held on Monday, November 10, at the Schuchert Funeral Home in Spirit Lake, with burial in the Lakeview Memory Gardens Cemetery. Marlyn was a 30-year veteran of the Iowa Highway Patrol.
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Donald Hugh
February 7, 1940-November 6, 2003

November 12, 2003

ACKLEY—Donald Hugh, 63, of Ackley, died on Thursday, November 6, 2003, at the Allen Memorial Hospital in Waterloo.

Funeral services were held on Monday, November 10, at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley, with Rev. Patricia Conner officiating.

Donald was born on February 7, 1940 in rural Cedar Falls at the family farm, to Fred and Alice (Sells) Hugh. He was employed as a hired hand and at the canning factory in Ackley. Donald enjoyed gardening, old western and scary movies, fishing, photography and wildlife.

Survivors include his significant other, Elizabeth Hardwick of Ackley; two daughters, SuEllen Shaffer and husband, James of Fayette and MaLinda Reynolds and husband, Michael of Boone; two sons, Israel "Izzy" Hugh of Eldora and Donald Hugh Jr. and wife, Donna of Sibley; two grandchildren, Nicole Reynolds of Boone and George Hugh of Sibley; one brother, Louie Hugh and wife, Linda of Ionia; and five sisters, Joann Mayfield and husband, Larry of Cedar Falls, Lois Bertram and Ida Folken, both of Parkersburg, Betty Richter of Minnesota and Faye Bass of Florida.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and two sisters, Julia Weers and Francis Hugh.
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Betty Ostebee
June 11, 1923-November 8, 2003

November 12, 2003

ELLSWORTH—Elizabeth "Betty" Ostebee, 80, of Ellsworth, died on Saturday, November 8, 2003, at the Heritage Care Center in Iowa Falls.

A mass was held on Tuesday, November 11, at the St. Mary's Catholic Church in Williams.

Betty was born on June 11, 1923, to Edward and Katherine (Vierkamp) Wilmer in rural Hamilton County. She farmed west of Alden. On December 29, 1971, she was united in marriage to Orval Ostebee and moved to rural Ellsworth. Betty was a member of the St. Mary's Catholic Church, where she sang in the choir. Music, farming and her family were her main interests. Betty participated annually in the Neil Miller Steam Engine Show at Alden.

Survivors include her husband, Orval; one sister, Mary Wilmer of Ellsworth; and eight nieces and nephews, including Patty Lord and husband, Ted of Iowa Falls and John Wilmer and wife, Sandy of Parkersburg.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers; and one great-niece.
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Donna J. Doyen
March 1, 1932-November 8, 2003

November 12, 2003

WELLSBURG—Donna J. (Johns) Abbas Doyen, 71, of Wellsburg, died on Saturday, November 8, 2003, at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, November 11, at the Wellsburg Reformed Church in Wellsburg, with Pastor Todd Rempe officiating. Burial  followed in the church cemetery.

Donna was born on March 1, 1932, to Robert and Luella (Lang) Johns at Ackley. She attended the Colo High School, graduating in 1950. Donna was employed by Lenox Manufacturing in Marshalltown. In 1952, she was united in marriage to George Abbas in Ackley. The couple moved to Wichita, Kansas, where she was employed by Boeing Aircraft. They later moved to Chicago, Illinois while George attended mortuary school. After a year in Lake Mills, they bought a funeral home in Denver, the Matthias-Abbas Funeral Home, which they operated together. Following the sale of the funeral home, they lived in Ackley for one year before purchasing a funeral home in Grundy Center, the Ferree-Abbas Funeral Home, which they operated until 1969. On June 6, 1970, Donna was united in marriage to John Doyen at Wellsburg. Donna helped with the family business, Doyen Funeral Home until 1986, at which time they retired.

Donna was a member of the Wellsburg Reformed Church and a former member of the Order of the Eastern Star. She enjoyed music and animals.

Survivors include one daughter, Monica Kruse and husband, Bob of Conrad; one son, Joseph Doyen of Wellsburg; three step-grandchildren; eight step-great-grandchildren; two brothers, Marvin "Bud" Johns and wife, Lorna of Des Moines and Douglas Johns of Colo; two sisters, Charlene Tanner and husband, Tom of Washington and LaVonne Johnson of Iowa City; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, George Abbas; her husband, John Doyen; two brothers, Paul Johns and Robert Johns Jr.; two sisters, Grace Sietsema and Pearl Thompson; and two siblings in infancy.

The Doyen-Abels Funeral Home of Wellsburg, was in charge of the arrangements.
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Lenora Conrad
December 9, 1925-November 9, 2003

November 15, 2003

GILBERT—Lenora Virginia Conrad, 77, of Gilbert, died on Sunday, November 9, 2003, at her home.

Funeral services were held on Wednesday, November 12, at the Adams Funeral Home in Ames, with burial in the Gilbert Cemetery.

Lenora was born on December 9, 1925 at Dows, to Gerald and Vera (Davis) Whipple. On January 6, 1952, she was united in marriage to Robert Conrad in Hampton. The couple moved to Ames in 1957. Lenora was a homemaker and was employed by the Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames for 15 years.

Survivors include two sons, Jason Conrad of Kelley and James Conrad of Story City; five brothers, Wilbur Whipple of Hampton, Merle Whipple of Geneva, Virgil Whipple of Hampton and Roscoe and Verle "Butch" Whipple, both of Dows; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Robert; and twin brother, Lorenzo "Bud" Whipple.
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Grace Sharpe
January 13, 1904-November 9, 2003

November 12, 2003

HAMPTON—Grace Sharpe, 99, of Ocala, Florida, died on Saturday, November 9, 2003, at the Park Place West in Ocala.

Graveside services will be held on Friday, November 14, at 10:30 a.m., in the Hampton Cemetery, with Pastor Joe Jones officiating. There will be no visitation.

The Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton, is in charge of the arrangements.
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Francis Lehman
December 22, 1942-November 11, 2003

November 12, 2003

Francis Lehman, 60, of Iowa Falls, passed away on Tuesday, November 11, 2003, at the Scenic Manor, Iowa Falls.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Saturday, November 15, at the Linn's Funeral Homes Iowa Falls Chapel, with the Reverend David Gobelli officiating. Burial will follow in the Friends Cemetery, Iowa Falls. Visitation will be from 6-8:00 p.m., on Friday evening, at the funeral home.

Francis Kay Mauderer, was born on December 22, 1942 at Iowa Falls, Iowa, the daughter of John and Lena (Sunken) Mauderer. She attended the Iowa Falls Community Schools. She was married to Amos Keck on December 12, 1974 at Iowa Falls. To this union three children were born, John, Linda and James. The couple was later divorced. She then was married to Norman T. Lehman on July 17, 1974 in Spring Valley, South Dakota. To this union one son was born, Norman. Her second husband passed away on December 26, 1976. She was a homemaker all her life.

Francis Lehman is survived by one daughter, Linda Brannick and husband, David of Iowa Falls; three sons, John Keck of Rockford, Illinois, James Keck of Storm Lake and Norman Lehman of Newton; one step-son, George Lehman of Clarion; three grandchildren, Justin Brannick, Corey Keck and Tatem Lehman; three step-grandchildren; and one brother, Arnold Mauderer of Minneapolis, Minnesota.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Norman; one sister, Betty Neef; and one brother, LeRoy Mauderer.
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Lorraine A. Schroeder
June 20, 1929-November 11, 2003

November 15, 2003

ELDORA—Lorraine A. Schroeder, 74, of Eldora, died on Tuesday, November 11, 2003, at the Valley View Nursing and Rehab Center in Eldora.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 15, at 10:30 a.m., at the First Congregational United Church of Christ in Eldora, with Pastor Mary Stonebraker of the St. John's United Church of Christ in Ackley officiating. Burial will follow in the Eldora City Cemetery.

Lorraine was born on June 20, 1929 in Pomeroy, to William and Tillie (Rietmeir) Jesse. She was raised near Palmer, where she graduated from high school in 1947. On July 5, 1947, she was united in marriage to John Henry Schroeder. They lived in California for a short time while John was serving in the Navy, returning to Iowa following his discharge. The couple farmed in the Palmer area for several years before moving to Eldora in 1963. She was employed by Dodger Industries until she opened Busy Bee Day Care out of her home, which she operated for 40 years, closing last November.

Lorraine was a member of the First Congregational United Church of Christ in Eldora. She was a member of the Eldora Women's Bowling Association and the State Women's Bowling Association and was recognized for her 40-year perfect attendance record for Tuesday league bowling. Needlework and elaborate Christmas light displays at her home were among her favorites.

Survivors include two daughters, Sandra Henning and husband, Jeff of Eldora and Cheryl Aswegan of Little Falls, Minnesota; one son, Dennis Schroeder and wife, Ann of Eldora; three granddaughters; and two great-granddaughters.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, John; one brother, Robert Jesse; and one son-in-law, Ronald Aswegan.
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Dale W. Anderson
September 28, 1913-November 11, 2003

November 15, 2003

DOWS—Dale Woodrow Anderson, 90, of rural Dows, died on Tuesday, November 11, 2003, at the Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls.

Funeral services were held on Friday, November 14, at 11:00 a.m., at the First Lutheran Church in Dows, with Rev. Paul Thompson officiating. Burial was in the Otis Grove Cemetery, rural Dows. Memorials are suggested to the Bremwood Children's Home in Waverly or to the donor's choice.

Dale was born on September 28, 1913, on his parents' farm in Oakland Township, rural Popejoy, to Gerhardt "G. M." and Rose (Edvenson) Anderson. He attended and graduated from the Popejoy High School. On August 22, 1942, Dale was united in marriage to Erdene Bertilson at Dows. He farmed in the Dows area throughout his entire farming career, raising crops, cattle and pasture-raised hogs. Dale was a member of the First Lutheran Church, where he was a former Luther League sponsor. He had served on the Farmer's Co-op Board. Reading was of great interest to Dale.

Survivors include one son, Arne Anderson and wife, Cindy of Dows; one daughter, Ruth Anderson of Minneapolis, Minnesota; one granddaughter, Kari Ricke and husband, Ted of Williams; and one grandson, Mark Anderson and wife, Heidi of Polk City.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Erdene; and two sons in infancy, John Warren and Paul Gerhardt.

The Tenold-Andrews Funeral Home of Belmond, was in charge of the arrangements.
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Leo N. Miller
September 15, 1929-November 12, 2003

November 15, 2003

HAMPTON—Leo Nielsen Miller, 74, of Hampton, died on Wednesday, November 12, 2003, at the Hampton Care Center in Hampton.

Funeral services were held on Friday, November 14, at the St. John's Lutheran Church, rural Hampton, with Rev. Mary Peterson officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.

Leo was born on September 15, 1929 at Hampton, to Ezra and Agna (Nielsen) Miller. He was raised in the Hampton area and graduated from the Hampton High School in 1949. Leo served with the U.S. Army during the Korean War. On August 1, 1954, he was united in marriage to Janice Rodda at Newell. The couple farmed in the Hampton area. Leo was a member of the St. John's Lutheran Church and the Farm Bureau. Dancing, music, playing the keyboard, spending time with his grandchildren and farming were of special interest to him.

Survivors include his wife, Janice; one son, Curt Miller and wife, Debra of Hampton; two daughters, Elise Henkels and husband, Steven of Glen Ellyn, Illinois and Kristie Shaffer and husband, Stephen of Hastings, Minnesota; one brother, Armond N. Miller and wife, Bev of Newton; and five grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

The Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home of Hampton, was in charge of the arrangements.
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Regina M. Ferguson
October, 14, 1916-November 13, 2003

November 22, 2003

RADCLIFFE—Regina Marie Ferguson, 87, died on Thursday, November 13, 2003, at the Colonial Manor in Zearing.

Funeral services were held on Monday, November 17, at the St. John's United Methodist Church in Radcliffe, with Pastor Dana Williams officiating. Burial was in the Radcliffe Cemetery.

Regina was born on October 14, 1916, to Carl and Ollie (Garret) Bales in Green Castle, Missouri. Her family moved to Eldora when she was young, and it was in Eldora that she received her education. On July 1, 1938, Regina was united in marriage to Muriel (M. R.) Ferguson in Yuma, Arizona. The couple traveled the southern states, as Fergie was foreman for the Rural Electric Association (REA), installing highline across the states to the west coast. In 1943, they moved to Radcliffe, where Regina worked for the Chatterbox Cafe, Swede Thorson's Drive-In, Iowa State University in Ames and the food department of the Eldora Hospital. She also served as janitor at the Methodist Church and was caretaker for her parents.

Regina was a member of the St. John's United Methodist Church in Radcliffe, where she had been involved in United Methodist Women and was a Sunday School teacher. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post No. 317 of Radcliffe.

Survivors include one daughter, Beverly Adolph and husband, Robert of Kimball, Minnesota; one son, George of the Maple Manor Care Center of Aplington; four grandchildren, Kenneth and Teresa Ferguson of Nevada and Ray and Jerry Adolph of Kimball; and three great-grandchildren, Tabrie, Magen and Abbey Ferguson.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; one sister, Frankie Ford; and two brothers, Gerald and Kenneth Bales.

The Boeke Funeral Home of Radcliffe, was in charge of the arrangements.
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Bessie M. Paullus
February 13, 1924-November 15, 2003

November 19, 2003

SUN CITY, Arizona—Bessie M. Paullus, 79, of Sun City, Arizona, died on Saturday, November 15, 2003, at the Sun City Health Hospice Care Center in Sun City West.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, November 21, at 11:00 a.m., at the First Christian Church in Hampton, with Rev. Joe Jones officiating. Visitation will be on Thursday, November 20, from 4-7:00 p.m., at the Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton. Burial will be in the Hampton Cemetery.

Bessie was born on February 13, 1924 in Iowa Falls, to William and Effie (Brockway) Brass. She graduated from the Iowa Falls High School. On April 6, 1946, she married Ralph D. Paullus at the Little Brown Church in Nashua. The couple farmed near Hampton for 23 years. They purchased the Hampton Tax Service in 1970, where she was secretary. In 1989, they moved to Sun City. Bessie participated in Mother's Clubs and TTT. For several years she was the secretary for the Franklin County Fair. Bessie enjoyed doing volunteer work at hospitals, the Welcome Center and the Sun Dome. She was an active church member, serving as chairperson of the ushers and kitchen workers.

Survivors include her husband, Ralph; one sister, Helen Bretherton of Bossier City, Louisiana; three daughters, Diane Samsal of Bloomington, Minnesota, Linda Schomburg and husband, David of Rosemount, Minnesota and Peggy Rodemeyer and husband, Jeff of Mesa, Arizona; eight grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

Bessie was preceded in death by her parents; and one brother, Lyman.

The Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton, is in charge of the arrangements.
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Anna Janes
November 5, 1906-November 15, 2003

November 19, 2003

WEBSTER CITY/KAMRAR—Anna Janes, 97, of Iowa Falls and formerly of the Webster City, Williams and Kamrar areas, died on Saturday, November 15, 2003, at the Scenic Manor, Iowa Falls.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, November 19, at 1:30 p.m., at the Community Church, Kamrar. Burial will be in the First Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Kamrar. Memorials may be directed to the family.

Anna was born on November 5, 1906 at Kamrar, the daughter of Cornelious C. and Tempka (Van Langen) Naber. She attended the Kamrar Community Schools. On September 12, 1928, she was united in marriage to Ollie "Dutch" Janes at Kamrar. Anna farmed with her husband near Kamrar and then southeast of Williams. She retired to Webster City. She was a member of the Community Church, Kamrar.

Survivors include her daughters, Margie Tjarks and husband, Donald of Iowa Falls, Ruth Silvest of Radcliffe and Ilene Draper and husband, Dwayne of Webster City; a son, Merlin Janes and wife, Ver Jean of Alden; 19 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren; 10 great-great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Gladys Naber and Judith Naber, both of Webster City, Stella Spieker of Iowa Falls, Helen Janes of Webster City and Ella Janes of Britt.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her stepmother, Jennie Naber; her husband; three brothers, Gerit, William and Oltman Naber; three sisters, Grace Vandeventer, Lena Peterson and Ollie Klaver; two sisters-in-law, Charlotte Janes and Elsie Janes; and one son-in-law, Raymond Silvest.

The Linn's Funeral Home Iowa Falls Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.
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Stacey Van Heiden
November 19, 1958-November 16, 2003

November 22, 2003

WELLSBURG—Stacey Lea Van Heiden, 44, of Wellsburg, died on Sunday, November 16, 2003, at the Allen Memorial Hospital in Waterloo.

Memorial services were held on Friday, November 21, at the St. Paul's Lutheran Church, rural Wellsburg, with Pastor Mark Kvale officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery. Memorials may by directed to the family.

Stacey was born on November 19, 1958 in Grundy Center, to Lavern and Kay Van Heiden. She attended school in Wellsburg, graduating in 1977. She attended Drake University for two years. Stacey was employed by Principal Financial Co. for 20 years, working in the insurance section as a claims adjuster. She moved back to Wellsburg in 1997. Stacey was a member of the St. Paul's Lutheran Church.

Survivors include her daughters, Erin and Devin Higgins at home; her parents; one brother, Lance Van Heiden and wife, Cindy of Wellsburg; and three sisters, Marsha Van Heiden of Wellsburg, Paula Klosterboer and husband, Larry of Newton and Sarah Wagner and husband, Todd of Grundy Center.

The Doyen-Abels Funeral Home of Wellsburg, was in charge of the arrangements.
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Duane L. Fiscus
October 21, 1921-November 17, 2003

November 19, 2003

Duane Fiscus, 82, of Iowa Falls, passed away on Monday, November 17, 2003, at the Ellsworth Municipal Hospital, Iowa Falls.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, November 20, at 10:30 a.m., at the First Baptist Church in Iowa Falls, with burial to follow in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be on Wednesday, November 19, from 2-8:00 p.m., at the Linn's Funeral Homes Iowa Falls Chapel, with the family receiving friends between 6-8:00 p.m. Memorials may be directed to the family.

Duane L. Fiscus. was born on October 12, 1921 at Parker, South Dakota, the son of Floyd and Hazel (Hulett) Fiscus. He attended and graduated from the Parker Community Schools, with the class of 1939. He then attended the Central Iowa Business College, Marshalltown, graduating in 1940. After his graduation he was employed by the Kiowa Corporation of Marshalltown, until his induction into the Army. He served with the United States Army during World War II from October 19, 1942 to November 10, 1945 and served basically as a ammunitions transporter in Central Europe and the Rhineland, receiving two bronze stars for those campaigns. He was united in marriage to Phyllis M. Cox on October 7, 1950, at the First Baptist Church, Iowa Falls, Iowa. To this union four children were born, twins Jeff and Judy, Sharon and Karen.

After his discharge he began farming in the Alden area and settling on a farm three miles south of Alden. Duane was active in farming since 1946. He was chosen a Master Swine Producer of Iowa by the Swine Producers Association in 1966 and received the Hog Pace Setter award from the National Livestock Producers Association in 1967. He served on the Alden School Board for 14 years and had served as treasure and president. He was a member of the First Baptist Church, Iowa Falls, serving as a past Trustee, Moderator and Sunday School Teacher. Duane was also a member of the Collins-Dunning American Legion Post #201, Alden.

Duane Fiscus is survived by his wife, Phyllis of Iowa Falls; son, Jeff Fiscus of Alden; three daughters, Judy Mentzer, Sharon Ites and husband, Bud and Karen Hoelscher and husband, Bruce, all of Iowa Falls; seven grandchildren, Michael Mentzer and wife, Angie of Alden, Michelle Smith and husband, Doug, Heather Reed and husband, Jim, Tracy Ites, Tyler Hoelscher, Kristine Hoelscher, all of Iowa Falls and Nicole Hinkle and husband, Jason of Newport News, Virginia; five great-grandchildren, Colton and Caden Mentzer of Alden, Lucas Smith and Cody Reed of Iowa Falls, Parker Hinkle of Newport News; one sister, Opal Hulsart of Orange City; one sister-in-law, Virginia Fiscus of Iowa Falls; two nieces, Carol Hulsart of Orange City and Bonnie Anderson and husband, Jim of Martinez, California; one nephew, David Hulsart and wife, Karen of Orange City; and a special niece, Kay Meyer of Maquoketa.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Floyd and Hazel Fiscus; infant great-granddaughter, Danielle Reed; one brother, Cleo Fiscus; one sister-in-law, Jo Fiscus; and one brother-in-law, Frank Hulsart.
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Inger M. Noelck
January 20, 1917-November 19, 2003

November 22, 2003

ELDORA—Inger Marie Noelck, 86, of Hampton, died on Wednesday, November 19, 2003, at the Franklin General Hospital in Hampton.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 22, at 10:00 a.m., at the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Hampton, with Rev. Jon Anderson officiating. Burial will be in the St. John's Lutheran Cemetery, rural Hampton.

Inger was born on January 20, 1917 in Audubon County, to Simon and Astrich (Arnvig) Faaborg. She graduated from the Kimballton High School and Grand View College in Des Moines. On March 15, 1941, Inger was united in marriage to Emil Noelck in Audubon County. She was employed as a country school teacher, nurse's aid and a cook at Jennings Bakery, the Gold Key and the Franklin General Hospital. Inger helped her father with farm work while growing up. She enjoyed living at Beeds Lake and watching the wildlife there. Growing flowers, baking wedding cakes and making kransekage for family events were among her favorites. Inger was a member of the St. Paul Lutheran Church.

Survivors include her husband, Emil; two sons, Ivan and wife, Karen Noelck of Hampton and Carl and wife, Rhonda Noelck of Belmond; one daughter, Jane Overturf and husband, Roy of Nashua; one sister, Edna Jacobsen and husband, Dick of Gig Harbour, Washington; one brother, Otto Faaborg and wife, Shirley of Ames; seven grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Sigrid Riddle; and two grandchildren, Tony and Karie.

The Siestema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton, is handling the arrangements.
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John A. Graff
January 10, 1910-November 19, 2003

November 22, 2003

ELDORA—John A. Graff, 93, of Eldora, died on Wednesday, November 19, 2003, at the Valley View Nursing and Rehab Center in Eldora.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 22, at 10:30 a.m., at the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Eldora, with Pastor David Splettt officiating. Burial will be on Saturday, at 2:00 p.m., in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery, north of Iowa Falls.

John was born on January 10, 1910 near Geneva, to Andrew and Alma (Kloetzer) Graff. He attended country school at Maysville near Geneva. On June 18, 1936, John was united in marriage to Delores Trost. The couple farmed near Geneva, raising livestock and horses. They moved to Eldora in 1982 following John's retirement. He was a former member of the Grant Center Lutheran Church, rural Iowa Falls and was currently a member of the St. Paul Lutheran Church of Eldora.

Survivors include four daughters, Joan Whitten and husband, John of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Jean Gehrke of Eldora, Janet Bloomfield and husband, Butch of Sparks, Nevada and Julie Sturm and husband, Gary of Eldora; two sons, Dennis Graff and wife, Velda of Reynolds, Nebraska and Andrew Graff and wife, Mary of Geneva; one sister, Martha Heimbuch of Mason City; 12 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.

Preceding him in death were his parents; wife, Delores; granddaughter, Amy Graff; five sisters, Dorothy Heinzeroth, Minnie Meyer, Helen Muessigman, Bertha Graff and Frieda Graff; and one brother, Andrew Graff.
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Margaret J. Trampe
September 16, 1929-November 24, 2003

November 29, 2003

OWASA—Margaret Joan Trampe, 74, of rural Owasa, died at her home on Monday, November 24, 2003.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 29, at 1:30 p.m., at the First Baptist Church in Steamboat Rock, with Pastor Harrison Lippert officiating. Burial will follow in the Jackson Township Cemetery, rural Owasa. A memorial fund has been established.

Margaret was born on September 16, 1929 in Steamboat Rock, to Hie and Minnie (Harms) Folkerts. She received her education in Steamboat Rock and graduated from the Steamboat Rock High School in 1947. On November 16, 1951, Margaret was united in marriage to William E. Trampe in Steamboat Rock. She was employed by the Barnard Implement and Owasa Cooperative Elevator Co. as a bookkeeper, retiring in 1999. Margaret was a member of the First Baptist Church and was active in the Dorcas Society and needlecraft club. Bowling, cooking, baking and canning were among her favorites, in addition to being with family and friends.

Survivors include her husband, William; one son, William Trampe and wife, Sandy of Steamboat Rock; one daughter, Retta Mitchell and husband, Michael of Sac City; seven grandchildren; one great-grandchild; two brothers, Dean Folkerts and wife, Eleanor of Barron, Wisconsin and Harold Folkerts and wife, Audrey of Eldora; one sister-in-law, Marlene Blaeske and husband, Bill of Eldora; and two brothers-in-law, Richard Trampe and wife, Joan of Waukesha, Wisconsin and Gordon Trampe of Springville.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and one sister-in-law, Eunice Folkerts.

The Creps-Abels Funeral Home of Eldora, was in charge of the arrangements.
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Henry G. Anders
October 29, 1914-November 24, 2003

November 29, 2003

HUBBARD—Henry "Hank" G. Anders, 89, of Hubbard, died on Monday, November 24, 2003, at the Eldora Nursing and Rehab Center in Eldora, after a lengthy illness.

Funeral services were held on Friday, November 28, at the Zion United Church of Christ in Hubbard, with Pastor John Attaway officiating. Burial was in the Hubbard Cemetery.

Henry was born on October 29, 1914, to Daniel and Martha (Brinkmeyer) Anders. He grew up on a farm southwest of Hubbard and attended country school through the eighth grade. On February 18, 1945, he was united in marriage to Wilma Smith of Iowa Falls. The couple moved to Hubbard in 1967, after farming near Hubbard, at which time he opened a welding and machine repair shop. In 1979, he retired and was elected to a three year term on the Hubbard Chamber of Commerce. Henry served as Mayor of Hubbard from 1980-81 and served as treasurer of the Hubbard Lions. He was a member of the Garden City Elevator Board and Iowa Blacksmith and Welders Association and Local 203.

After Henry's 65th birthday, he was able to enjoy three RAGBRAI trips with his family members. He also enjoyed camping, traveling and spending time with his family and friends. Henry was pleased to be chosen as a model for the chainsaw "Farmer" sculpture, located near the Hubbard Care Center. He was a lifelong member of the Zion United Church of Christ.

Henry is survived by his wife, Wilma of Hubbard; three daughters, Suzanne Weires and husband, Jim of Ames, Lynne Zagar and husband, Phil of Huxley and Ruth Boullion and husband, Mike of Iowa Falls; and one son, Louis Anders and wife, Denise of Lake City; nine grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Shirley Ziebell and Elaine Eller, both of Hubbard.

He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Dale, Wendell and Kenneth Anders; and two sisters, Lucille Bogardus and Regina Johnson.

The Boeke Funeral Home of Hubbard, was in charge of the arrangements.
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Orville N. Gaulke
July 29, 1905-November 24, 2003

December 3, 2003

IOWA FALLS—Orville Newton Gaulke, 98, of Iowa Falls, died on Monday, November 24, 2003, at the Heritage Care Center at Iowa Falls.

Funeral services were held on Friday, November 28, at the Bethany Lutheran Church, Iowa Falls, with the Reverend Brian King officiating. Burial followed in the Morgan Township Cemetery in Franklin County.

Orville was born on July 29, 1905, on his parents' farm in Morgan Township, the son of Theodore and Sarah (Bauge) Gaulke. He attended the Dows Public Schools, graduating with the class of 1923; four years at Ellsworth College, graduating with the class of 1927; and also the University of Iowa, Iowa City, receiving his master's in business. On May 2, 1925, he was united in marriage to Vera L. Smalldridge at Webster City. Orville taught at Modale, Owasa, Pontiac, Illinois and Kenosha, Wisconsin; and then took a professorship with his alma mater, Ellsworth College, Iowa Falls from 1947 to 1970 when he retired. He was a member of the Bethany Lutheran Church.

Survivors include three sons, Alan Gaulke of Iowa Falls, Maurice Gaulke and wife, Marlene of Ackley and Richard Gaulke and wife, Sharon of Iowa Falls; seven grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; one brother, Avron Gaulke and wife, Marianne of Clarion; and one sister, Donnabelle Rosburg of San Pablo, California.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Vera; one granddaughter, Mary Kay Gaulke; two sisters, Edna Bauge and Inez Bailey; and four brothers, Harry, Lewis, Leo and Fay Gaulke.
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Lawrence A. Struck
May 24, 1917-November 26, 2003

November 29, 2003

ELDORA—Lawrence A. Struck, 86, of Eldora, died on Wednesday, November 26, 2003, at the Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 29, at the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Eldora, with Pastor David Splett officiating. Burial will follow in the Eastlawn Memory Garden Cemetery in Eldora.

Lawrence was born on Mary 24, 1917 in rural Hardin County, on his grandparents' farm, to Frederick and Martha (Jeske) Martin. He was raised on a farm near Hubbard, in Pleasant Township. Lawrence received his education at the Goose Creek School. On January 18, 1942, he was united in marriage to Clara Uden in Prosser, Nebraska. Lawrence was a farmer and resided his entire life in Pleasant Township, Hardin County, and lived on a farm southwest of Eldora from January 1942 until his death. He was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Eldora.

Survivors include his wife, Clara; one daughter, Thelma Kruts and husband, Richard of Roca, Nebraska; two sons, Roger Struck and wife, Kathleen of Eldora and Victor Struck and wife, Mary of Mt. Morris, Illinois; six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and one sister, Gertrude Taber of Steamboat Rock.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and two brothers, Clarence Struck and Martin Struck.

The Creps-Abels Funeral Home of Eldora, is in charge of the arrangements.
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Helen A. Simcox
August 19, 1914-November 26, 2003

November 29, 2003

MARSHALLTOWN—Helen Arlene Simcox, 89, of Marshalltown, died on Wednesday, November 26, 2003, at the Southridge Nursing and Rehab Center in Marshalltown.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 29, at the Liscomb Church of Christ in Liscomb, with Pastor Helmer Peterson officiating. Burial will follow at 2:00 p.m., in the Rose Hill Cemetery in Marshalltown. Memorials may be directed to the family.

Helen was born on August 19, 1914 in Liscomb, to Delbert and Josephine (Smith) Hilsabeck. She graduated from the Liscomb High School in 1934 and later attended beauty school. On October 10, 1936, Helen was united in marriage to Lewis Simcox in Bethel Grove. She worked as a beautician and in the office of their business, Simcox Realty in Marshalltown.

Helen was a member of the Hillside Church of Christ in Marshalltown and former member of the hospital auxiliary. For the past several years she has lived in the Southridge Nursing Home.

Survivors include her son, Joseph A.; two sisters, Reba Harris and husband, William of Omaha, Nebraska and Janet Stackhouse and husband, Richard of Marshalltown; one brother Gerald Hilsabeck and wife, Janet of Liscomb; and many nieces and nephews.

Preceding her in death was her husband, Lewis; her parents; step-mother, Olive Hilsabeck; and one sister, Louise Harris.

The Creps-Abels Funeral Home of Eldora, is in charge of the arrangements.
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Wilma E. Fredericks
May 14, 1913-November 26, 2003

December 3, 2003

HAMPTON—Wilma E. Fredericks, 90, of Hampton, died on Wednesday, November 26, at the Franklin General Hospital Nursing Facility in Hampton.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, December 2, at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Hampton, with Rev. Karl Bollhagen officiating. Burial was in the Hampton Cemetery.

Wilma was born on May 14, 1913 in Latimer, to George and Martha (Lemke) Meyer. She was raised in the Latimer area and attended the St. Paul's Lutheran School in Latimer, graduating in 1927. On October 3, 1934, she was united in marriage to Clarence Fredericks at Latimer. Wilma was employed as a nurse's aid at the Hampton Care Center and was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church in Hampton.

Survivors include two brothers, LeRoy Meyer of Idaho Falls, Idaho and Gerald Meyer of Detroit Lakes; and one sister, Joyce Braton of Hawley, Minnesota.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Clarence; one daughter, Janice; one brother, Melvin Meyer; three sisters, Leona Abbas, Idella Holand and Donna Mae Eid.

The Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home of Hampton, was in charge of the arrangements.
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Lucille Foster
December 7, 1914-November 28, 2003

December 3, 2003

ELDORA—Lucille T. Foster, 88, of Eldora, died on Friday, November 28, 2003, at the Oakview Nursing Home in Conrad.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, December 2, at the Ivester Church of the Brethren, rural Eldora, with Pastor Timothy Button-Harrison, Pastor Mary Jane Button-Harrison and Pastor Marlene Neher officiating. Burial followed in the Eldora City Cemetery. A memorial fund has been established.

Lucille was born on December 7, 1914 on her parents' farm in Ivester, to Alfred and Jessie (Strickler) Moats. She received her education in the Grundy County Schools. On February 10, 1937, Lucille was united in marriage to Charles Foster at the Ivester Church of the Brethren. She was a lifelong member of the Ivester Church of the Brethren, where she was a librarian, taught the Cradle Roll Sunday School class and was a member of the Cheerful Helper Sunday School class until her death. Lucille was a farm wife, worked at many jobs at the Hardin County Home and did house cleaning for many families in the Eldora area. She worked as a Kiwanis wife at the Hardin County Fair and the Turn About Shop in Eldora. For 17 years, she was employed at the Red Door Hobby Shop in Eldora. Lucille was a founding member and present member of the Kappa Iota Club.

Survivors include one daughter, Phyllis Harner and husband, Bill of Eldora; one son, Richard and wife, Lori of Pinellas Park, Florida; two grandchildren, Doug Harner and wife, Kathy of Chicago, Illinois and Traci Chandler and husband, Paul of Rogers, Minnesota; three great-great-grandchildren; two brothers, Leo Moats and Millard Moats and wife, Etta, all of Grundy Center; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles; her parents; one brother, Earl; and two sisters, Elva Large and Gladys Daleske.

The Creps-Abels Funeral Home of Eldora, was in charge of the arrangements.
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Doris Van Patter
March 3, 1918-November 28, 2003

December 3, 2003

ELDORA—Doris M. Van Patter, 85, of Eldora, died on Friday, November 28, 2003, at the Valley View Nursing Center in Eldora.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, December 2, at the First Congregational United Church of Christ in Eldora, with Pastor Corey Larson officiating. Burial followed in the Eldora City Cemetery in Eldora. Memorials may be directed to the First Congregational United Church of Christ.

Doris was born on March 3, 1918, at home on the farm north of Hubbard, to Edgar and Mildred (Perry) Van Patter. During her childhood, the family moved to a farm southwest of Eldora. Doris then graduated from the Pleasant Center country school in rural Eldora. She began babysitting in 1942 and helped to care for many children of families in the Eldora area. Doris helped her parents on the farm until 1971, when they moved to Eldora. She was a member of the First Congregational United Church of Christ. Traveling, family and friends were among her favorites.

Survivors include one brother, Keith Van Patter and wife, Patricia of Eldora; one nephew, Dennis Van Patter of Lakewood, Colorado; and one niece, Linda Thornton and husband, Harley of Des Moines.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

The Creps-Abels Funeral Home of Eldora, was in charge of the arrangements.
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Edna Hartman
March 3, 1913-November 28, 2003

December 6, 2003

STEAMBOAT ROCK—Edna Hartman, 90, of Lacombe, Louisiana, formerly of Steamboat Rock, died on Friday, November 28, 2003, at the Lacombe Nursing Center in Lacombe.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, December 10, at 10:30 a.m., at the First Presbyterian Church in Steamboat Rock, with burial in the Steamboat Rock Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service time at the church on Wednesday.

Edna was born on March 3, 1913 in Stahl, Missouri, to Franklin and Eva (Lipp) Lewis. On August 17, 1940, she was united in marriage to Kenneth Hartman at Cedar Rapids. She was a member of the Bayou Baptist Church of Slidell, Louisiana, the president and oldest member of the "Keenagers," a senior citizen organization, and for years assisted in the collection of school supplies for needy children. Edna was a homemaker, beautician, clerk in Black's Department Store in Waterloo and a caregiver for her daughter-in-law, Marilyn Hartman, who suffered a stroke in 1999.

Survivors include three sons, Sterling Hartman of Slidell, Kenneth Hartman of Redfield and Richard Hartman of Layton, Utah; two grandsons; six great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Kenneth; five sisters; and two brothers.

The Surls Funeral Home of Iowa Falls, is in charge of the arrangements.
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Arthur C. Klettke
October 22, 1924-November 29, 2003

December 3, 2003

ELDORA—Arthur "Art" C. Klettke, 79, of Eldora, died on Saturday, November 29, 2003, at the Valley View Nursing and Rehab Center in Eldora.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, December 3, at 10:30 a.m., at the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Eldora, with Pastor David Splett officiating. Burial will follow in the East Lawn Memory Garden Cemetery in Eldora, with full military rites provided by the American Legion Walter-Sayer Post No. 182 and the VFW Roll-Harless Post No. 3974. A memorial fund has been established.

Arthur was born on October 22, 1924, at home in rural Steamboat Rock, to Julius and Anna (Frerichs) Klettke. He attended school in Steamboat Rock. Arthur served in the U.S. Marine Corps during W.W. II, and was stationed in the South Pacific. He was honorably discharged in 1946. Arthur farmed until 1958, when he enlisted in the U.S. Army and served until his discharge in 1961. Arthur was a lifelong resident of Hardin County. He was a member of the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Eldora and member of the American Legion Walter-Sayer Post No. 182. Woodworking and painting were among his favorites.

Survivors include his wife, Dorothy Klettke of Eldora; three daughters, Joyce Lanxon of Iowa City, Shirley Reagan and Karen Peacock and husband, Kent, all of Omaha, Nebraska; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; one sister, Margaret Granzow and husband, Lowell of Eldora; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Richard Klettke; and one niece, Shiela Klettke.

The Creps-Abels Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
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William Sells
August 28, 1919-November 30, 2003

December 3, 2003

HAMPTON—William "Bill" Sells, 84, of Hampton, formerly of Clarksville, died on Sunday, November 30, 2003, at the Franklin General Hospital in Hampton.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, December 3, at 10:30 a.m., at the St. John Lutheran Church in Clarksville.

Bill was born on August 28, 1919 at New Hartford, to William and Emma Jane (Ackerson) Sells. He received his education in the New Hartford School system. On April 10, 1941, he was united in marriage to Hilda DeGroote at Albert Lea, Minnesota. The couple lived in Waterloo, where Bill worked at the Rath Packing Co. and John Deere Tractor Co. They later moved to New Hartford and Clarksville. Bill operated his own TV repair shop and worked with Walter Perkins in Clarksville. He was employed by Shield Bantam in Waverly for 32 years, where he was a final inspector in quality control. In November 2001, the couple moved to Hampton.

Bill was a member of the St. John Lutheran Church in Clarksville. He enjoyed playing softball on the Shield Bantam team. Bill enjoyed woodworking, baking and cooking for family, and watching and feeding the squirrels.

Survivors include one son, Bill Sells Jr. and wife, Deb of Iowa Falls; three daughters, Donna Kelm and husband, Fred of Clarksville, Mary Hibner and husband, Merlin of Garner and Linda Brammer and husband, Dan of Hampton; 14 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Hilda; his parents; 13 siblings; and a son-in-law, Dan Muller.

The Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home in Clarksville, is in charge of the arrangements.
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Irving J. Faust
September 20, 1910-November 30, 2003

December 10, 2003

HUBBARD—Irving John Faust, 93, of Hubbard, died on Sunday, November 30, 2003, in Mesa, Arizona.

Funeral services were held on Saturday, December 6, at the Salem United Methodist Church in Hubbard, with Rev. Ron Ridgway officiating. Burial was in the Hubbard Cemetery.

Irving was born on September 20, 1910, to John and Amelia (Wehmeier) Faust on a farm north of Hubbard. He attended school in Hubbard and played on Hubbard's first football team. After graduating in 1928, Irving attended North Central College at Naperville, Illinois. While at North Central, he became a member of the men's college chorus. After college, Irving returned to Hubbard to farm with his father and brother. On August 31, 1939, he was united in marriage to Jane Anderson at Randall.

Irving was a life long member of the Evangelical Church in Hubbard, singing with the church choir for over 60 years, and with his brother, Harold, sang for funerals, weddings and celebrations. He served as Sunday School Superintendent and was a member of the Iowa Falls Male Chorus. Irving served on the Hubbard Elevator Coop Board and on several insurance boards. His winter retirement years were spent in Mesa.

Survivors include his wife, Jane of Hubbard; two daughters, Ruth Jacobs of Keene, New Hampshire and Lois Linn of Dallas, Texas; three granddaughters, Amelia Jacobs, Sara Linn and Jennifer Barefoot; four grandsons, Jay Jocobs, Toby Gregory, Taber Meier and Chris Meier; and three great-grandchildren, Oliver Jacobs, Nicholas and Erin Meier; one sister, Clara Krukow of Hampton; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Preceding him in death were his parents; one daughter, Judith Eileen; three sisters, Anna Arensmeier, Esther Reifschneider and one sister in infancy; and one brother, Harold Faust.

The Boeke Funeral Home of Hubbard, was in charge of the arrangements.
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