Arlene Kessell
Published February 7, 2004

January 16, 1907 - February 5, 2004

IOWA FALLS-Arlene Kessell, 97, of Iowa Falls died Thursday, Feb. 5, 2004, at Scenic Manor, in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 10, at the Linn's Funeral Home, Iowa Falls, with the Reverend Don Preston officiating. Burial will be at Union Cemetery, Iowa Falls. Visitation will be one hour before services. The Linn's Funeral Homes Iowa Falls Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Ruby Arlene was born Jan. 16, 1907, at Buckeye, the daughter of Sina John and Minnie Augusta [Frederick] Hartman. The family moved to Iowa Falls when she was 6 years old. She attended the Iowa Falls Community Schools graduating with the class of 1925. She then attended the Ellsworth College Conservatory of Music graduating with a Bachelor of Music Degree. Arlene taught music in Titonka for one year and then returned to Iowa Falls. On Feb. 23, 1934, she was united in marriage to Earl Wallace Kessell at Iowa Falls. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls, the American Legion Auxiliary (50-year member and past president), the Eastern Star (50-year and past Worthy Matron), the Averine Rebekah Lodge (50-year and past Noble Grand), the Thimbles Club and an honorary member of the Etude Club.

Arlene is survived by one grandson:, John Kessell of Washington, Iowa; three great-grandchildren; one brother, Howard Hartman and wife Clara of Sun City, Ariz.; and one sister, Joan Ellis of Rockport, Ill. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Earl; and one stepson, Wallace.

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David N. West

Published February 7, 2004

June 23, 1928 - February 1, 2004

DALLAS, Texas - David N. West, 75, of Dallas, Texas, formerly of Iowa Falls, died Sunday, Feb. 1, 2004, in Dallas. Private family memorial services will be held in Nebraska at a later date.

David was born June 23, 1928, in Round Mountain, Nev. He was raised in the Tonopah, Nev., area and spent his younger years being a cowboy and riding saddle broncos in the rodeo. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War from 1950 - 1953, where he was a sergeant in the 630th Engineer LE Co. He received the Korean Service Medal with one Bronze Service Star, United Nations Service Medal, Army Occupation Medal (Germany), Meritorious Unit Citation and Honorable Discharge. After David returned to the United States, he received his master's degree in chemistry. On Dec. 7, 1957, he married Velma Gartrell in Manitou Springs, Colo. David spent his career teaching chemistry at Ellsworth College and for the State of Iowa. Upon retiring, he became a "Gentleman Rancher" in Wellfleet, Neb. David enjoyed woodcarving, calligraphy and writing articles for magazines. In 2002, the couple moved to Dallas. David was a member of the Moose Lodge No. 1331 and Elks Lodge No. 1674, both in Iowa Falls; the American Legion No. 252 in Ackley; South Pueblo Lodge AF and AM No. 31 in Colorado; Des Moines Consistory A&ASR, and the American Chemical Society.

Survivors include his wife, Velma of Dallas; two daughters, Diana West and Corky Duncan, of Dallas, and Donna West of Victorville, Calif.; one grandson, Joshua Brown; his mother-in-law; three sisters; and one brother.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, and his father-in-law.

Oak Cliff Funeral Chapel of Dallas is in charge of arrangements.

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Michael Barber

Published February 7, 2004

March 8, 1961 - February 3, 2004

ELDORA - Michael Barber, 42, of Eldora died Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2004, at the Grundy County Memorial Hospital. Funeral services will be Saturday, Feb. 7, at 10:30 a.m. at the Gifford United Methodist Church. Burial will be at the Shepard Cemetery, rural Union. Memorials may be directed in his name to his family. For further information or to send a condolence, visit www.purseldavis.com.

Michael was born March 8, 1961, in Chicago, Ill., to Brian and Billie (Estes) Barber. He was raised and educated in the Gifford area, graduating from Eldora High School in 1980. On April 25, 1981, Michael was united in marriage to Rowene Tresemer in Iowa Falls. He enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and actively served for 20 years, during the first Gulf War, and also in England and Spain. In June of 2000, Michael retired and he and his family moved back to Eldora. He owned and operated his own barbershop in Eldora. Michael was very active in the youth wrestling program in Eldora and had been active in the Boy Scouts in both Georgia and New Mexico. He was a member of the Roll Harless Quartermaster VFW Post No. 3974 in Eldora, the Walter Sayer American Legion Post No. 182 in Eldora and a member of the Beemis Methodist Church.

Survivors include his wife, Rowene, of Eldora; two sons, Brandon and wife April of New Mexico and Charles of Texas; a daughter, Jessica of Eldora; two grandchildren; his parents, Brian and Billie Barber of Gifford; a brother, Brian of New Providence; and a sister, Calla and husband Darrell Naish of Tennessee.

Biersborn Funeral Home in Union is in charge of arrangements.

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Warren E. Laneville
Published February 7, 2004

SEBRING, Fla. - Warren Edward Laneville, 82, of Iowa Falls died Saturday, Jan. 31, 2004, at his winter home in Sebring, Fla. Funeral mass will be Monday, Feb. 9, at 10:30 a.m. at the St. Mark Catholic Church, Iowa Falls, with Father Jim Dubert officiating. Burial will be at the Calvary Cemetery, Webster City, with military honors provided by Hyman-Peavey American Legion Post No. 188, Iowa Falls. Visitation will be Sunday from 2 - 8 p.m. at the Linn's Funeral Home, Iowa Falls, where the family will receive friends between the hours of 2 - 4 p.m. There will be a 2 p.m. scripture service Sunday at the funeral home. Memorials may be directed to the family in care of his wife: Catherine Laneville, 203 Slayton Ave., Iowa Falls, IA 50126.

Warren was born Jan. 17, 1922, at Gwinn, Mich., to Eugene and Louise (Beauchamp) Laneville. He attended Webster City High School, graduating in 1940. Warren then went on to college, graduating from the Illinois College of Optometry. He served as a Lt.(JG) with the U.S. Navy during WWII from March 1, 1944 to June 21, 1946. Warren opened his first practice in LeMars in 1946. On May 9, 1946, he was united in marriage to Catherine Christeson at St. Thomas Aquinas Church in Webster City. In 1956, they moved to Iowa Falls where he opened his practice, retiring in 1984. Warren was a member of the St. Mark Catholic Church and a 54-year member of the Hyman-Peavey American Legion Post No. 188.

Survivors include his wife, Catherine of Iowa Falls; two daughters, Louise Cordes and husband Jim of New London, Virginia Kliphouse and husband Douglas of Royal Palm Beach, Fla.; three sons, Edward and wife Caroline of Cottontown, Tenn., Donald and wife Debbra of Medina, Ohio, and Daniel and wife Tammy of Spring Hill, Kan.; 12 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and one brother, Ray of Lakeland, Fla.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and one brother, Delbert.

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Thomas Eugene Manship
Published February 7, 2004
Published February 10, 2004

January 8, 1942 - January 5, 2004

Thomas Manship, 62, of Iowa Falls, Iowa, passed away Thursday, January 5, 2004, at his home. Funeral services for Thomas Manship will be 1:00 pm Monday at the First United Methodist Church, Iowa Falls, with the Reverend Don Preston officiating. Burial will be at the Eastlawn Memory Gardens, Eldora, Iowa. Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 pm Sunday at the Linn's Funeral Home, Iowa Falls.

Thomas Eugene Manship was born January 8, 1942, at Marshalltown, Iowa, the son of David "Hank" and Vera "Peggy" Lyman Waldo Manship. He grew up and graduated from the Eldora High School with the class of 1960. On August 31, 1961, he was united in marriage to Judith Kay Lee at Eldora, Iowa. To this union two sons were born: Todd and Dan. Tom and Judy moved to Iowa Falls, Iowa where Tom worked a total of 21 years for Payless Cashways Lumber Yards, including 13 years in Iowa Falls, then he managed their yard in St. Joseph, Missouri for 7 years and then Houston, Texas for 2 years. They then moved to Ames, Iowa, where Tom managed the Schoemans Lumber Yard from 1985 to 1991. After moving back to Iowa Falls, Tom continued working with Lowes Lumber and Munn Lumber in Ames, driving back and forth everyday. A big part of Tom's life was his music. He loved to sing and had a beautiful voice. He and his sister Shirley sang together all their lives. They even sang and played in a band in the 1960's. In 1999 Tom and Judy moved to a small acreage east of Iowa Falls. It was there that Tom was happiest. He had his 4 draft horses and his dogs and cats. He loved them all - and they also loved him. Tom was also talented in woodworking and truly enjoyed this hobby. Tom was a wonderful husband and father and he will be missed by many friends and family.

Tom Manship is survived by his wife: Judy Manship of Iowa Falls, Iowa; two sons: Daniel L. Manship of Iowa Falls, Thomas T. Manship and wife Rita of Apple Valley, Minnesota; four grandchildren: Lindsay and Alison Manship of Iowa Falls, Kyle and Laik Manship of Apple Valley; and two sisters: Rita Heetland of Fairfield, Minnesota, and Kathy Gilbert of Denver, Iowa.

He was preceded in death by his parents: Hank and Peggy Manship; and one sister: Shirley Daleske.

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Updated by Chuck Prickett 2/12/2004

Kathryn Brandt
Published February 12, 2004

December 30, 1919 - February 3, 2004

HUBBARD - Kathryn Lucille McKinney Brandt, 84, of Hubbard died Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2004, at her farm home near Hubbard. Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 11, at 10 a.m. at Forest Cemetery in Oskaloosa where she will be interred.

Kathryn was born Dec. 30, 1919, to A. Ray and Mabel (McCord) McKinney near Rose Hill. The family later moved to the family farm in Adams Township where Kathryn spent her early childhood to her adulthood years. Kathryn attended the Johnson School near the family farm and graduated from Oskaloosa High School in 1937. After graduation, she spent several years operating the family farm with her father. In 1962, Kathryn married Rudy Brandt of Hubbard. The couple operated a farm near Hubbard which she continued to do after his death. Kathryn enjoyed gardening, reading, being the family historian and going for long walks with her dog, Bandit.

Survivors include her three sisters, Ruth M. Bass of Brigham City, Utah, Grace Lester of San Jose, Calif., and Jean Wyland of Silverton, Ore.; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Rudy and brother, John.

Boeke Funeral Home of Hubbard is in charge of arrangements.

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Ellen R. Kusserow
Published February 12, 2004

November 19, 1914 - January 29, 2004

IOWA FALLS - Ellen R. Kusserow, 89, of Iowa Falls died Thursday, Jan. 29, 2004, at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral services were Tuesday, Feb. 3, at Linn's Funeral Homes, Iowa Falls Chapel with Rev. Bob Miller officiating. Burial was at Hazelgreen Cemetery in Ackley.

Ellen was born Nov. 19, 1914, to Forrest and Cora (Oehlert) Older. She attended country schools in Duluth, Minn., and Chapin. Ellen was united in marriage to Maynard Kusserow. The couple farmed and after moving to Eldora, Ellen worked at Quakerdale and was a house cleaner. She retired to Iowa Falls several years ago.

Survivors include two grandchildren, Christine Cross and husband Marlyn of Iowa Falls and Scott Kusserow and wife Marsha of Steamboat Rock; a daughter-in-law, Shirley Kusserow of Iowa Falls; five great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren.

Preceding her in death were her parents; her husband; a son, Forrest; an infant daughter, Bernice Ann; a grandson, Craig Kusserow; a brother, Alva; and two sisters, Lucille Kammeier and Dorothy Allen.

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Odetha Hackney
Published February 12, 2004

July 5, 1915 - February 8, 2004

ELDORA - Odetha "Dee" Hackney, 88, formerly of Gifford died at the Eldora Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Sunday, Feb. 8, 2004. Funeral services will be Thursday, Feb. 12, at 10:30 a.m. at the Gifford Methodist Church. Burial will follow at East Lawn Memory Gardens in Eldora. Visitation will be held Wednesday, Feb. 11, from 5 - 9 p.m., at Biersborn Funeral Home in Union where the family will be present from 5 - 7 p.m. Memorial contributions may be directed to her family.

Dee was born July 5, 1915, in Kellogg to Jacob and Emma (Lightfoot) Mulbrook. She was raised and educated in the Newton area. On April 1, 1933, she was united in marriage to Rex Hackney in Marshalltown. The couple lived in Newton, Ames and Clemons before settling in Gifford. Dee enjoyed antiques and built her own antique business. She was a member of the Gifford Methodist Church and the Gifford Card Club.

Survivors include her three sons, Norman and wife Carol of Eldora, Gail and wife Kathleen and Ronald, all of Gifford; seven grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Rex; an infant son; five brothers; and six sisters.

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Justin "Jay" Newburg
Published February 12, 2004

October 17, 1945 - February 7, 2004

IOWA FALLS - Justin Adrian "Jay" Newburg, 58, died Saturday, Feb. 7, 2004, at his home in Iowa Falls. Memorial services will be held Saturday, Feb. 14, at 11 a.m., at the First United Methodist Church, Iowa Falls. Burial will be at a later date. Memorials may be sent in Jay's name to the Security State Bank, 207 Isabella, Radcliffe, IA, 50230. The family is establishing a college scholarship and Riverside Lutheran Bible Camp fund. People may also send memorials to their favorite charity or church.

Jay was born Oct. 17, 1945, at Mason City to Melford S. "Sam" and Dorothy E. (Matson) Newburg. He graduated from Mason City High School in 1964 and attended Mason City Junior College (NIACC). Jay graduated from University of Northern Iowa in 1970 with a MA in speech language pathology. On April 5, 1992, he was united in marriage to Ann Budolfson in Iowa Falls. He worked for the Franklin and Hardin county superintendent of schools, which later became Area Education Agency 6 (AEA6) working with students in Hampton, Chapin, Eldora, Iowa Falls, Alden, New Providence, Hubbard and Radcliffe. Jay returned to UNI to study educational technology and library media sciences. He worked at Blackhawk and Jewett elementary in Waterloo and taught teacher development classes for the Waterloo Community School District. Jay and Ann taught workshops for UNI's Iowa Educational Technology Training Institute. Currently Jay was technology coordinator at Hubbard-Radcliffe where he taught sixth grade technology classes and directed the high school plays and musicals. He was president of the Hubbard-Radcliffe Education Association. Jay was active in church and community theater. He had a special gift for history and linguistics, and a deep love of theater, music and books. Genealogy and cooking were his hobbies, specializing in Swedish delicacies. Jay was a member of Bethany Lutheran Church and St. Matthew's-By-The-Bridge Episcopal Church in Iowa Falls.

Survivors include his wife, Ann; his mother, Dorothy Newburg of Mason City; his mother-in-law, Dorothy Budolfson of Ames; a brother-in-law, Art Budolfson and wife Marilyn; two nieces, Angella and Katherine Budolfson of Scottsdale, Ariz.; aunts Millie Matson of Mason City and Ellen Bauer of Detroit Lakes, Minn.; cousins and their families; and many special loving friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, his grandparents, five aunts and eight uncles.

Linn's Funeral Home, Iowa Falls Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

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Clyde L. Patterson
Published February 12, 2004

July 15, 1934 - February 6, 2004

ELDORA - Clyde L. Patterson, 69, of New Providence died Friday, Feb. 6, 2004, at Valley View Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Eldora. Funeral services were Tuesday, Feb. 10, at the Liscomb Church of Christ with Rev. Helmer Peterson officiating. Burial was at the East Lawn Memory Gardens in Eldora. Memorial contributions may be directed to his family.

Clyde was born July 15, 1934, in Grundy County to John and Charlotte (Butler) Patterson. He was raised and educated in the Hardin and Grundy county area and attended Union High School. On March 5, 1955, Clyde was united in marriage to Shirley Morris at Liscomb. He was a patrol operator for Hardin County for over 41 years, retiring in February 1996. Clyde was a member of the Liscomb Church of Christ.

Survivors include his wife, Shirley, of New Providence; one daughter, Cathy Faris and husband Richard of Eldora; one son, Steve Patterson and wife Kelly of Whitten; four grandchildren, Whitney, Slade, Gavin and Sarah; one great-granddaughter, Jade; a cousin, Max Butler and wife Hildegarde of Eldora; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Clarence.

Biersborn Funeral Home of Union was in charge of arrangements.

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Thomas Manship
Published February 12, 2004

January 8, 1942 - February 5, 2004

IOWA FALLS - Thomas "Tom" Manship, 62, of Iowa Falls died Thursday, Feb. 5, 2004, at his home. Funeral services were Monday, Feb. 9, at the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls with Rev. Don Preston officiating. Burial was at the Eastlawn Memory Gardens in Eldora.

Tom was born Jan. 8, 1942, at Marshalltown to David "Hank" and Vera "Peggy" Lyman (Waldo) Manship. He was raised in the Eldora area, graduating from Eldora High School in 1960. On Aug. 31, 1961, Tom was united in marriage to Judith Lee at Eldora. The couple moved to Iowa Falls. Tom worked for a total of 21 years for Payless Cashways Lumber Yards, including 13 years in Iowa Falls, seven years at St. Joseph, Mo., as yard manager and two years at Houston, Texas. They moved to Ames where Tom managed Schoemans Lumber Yard from 1985 to 1991. After moving back to Iowa Falls, Tom continued working at Lowes Lumber and Munn Lumber in Ames. He enjoyed his draft horses, dogs and cats, and woodworking. Music was a big part of the lives of Tom and his sister, Shirley, as they sang together all their lives, which included singing and playing with a band in the 1960s.

Survivors include his wife, Judy of Iowa Falls; two sons, Daniel of Iowa Falls and Thomas and wife Rita of Apple Valley, Minn.; four grandchildren, Lindsay and Alison Manship of Iowa Falls, and Kyle and Laik Manship of Apple Valley; and two sisters, Rita Heitland of Fairfield, Minn., and Kathy Gilbert of Denver.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and one sister, Shirley Daleske.

Linns Funeral Home, Iowa Falls Chapel was in charge of arrangements.

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Agnes Hall
Published February 12, 2004

August 19, 1920 - February 5, 2004

ALDEN - Agnes Irene Hall, 83, of Alden died Thursday, Feb. 5, 2004, at Heritage Care Center in Iowa Falls. Funeral services were Monday, Feb. 9, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Williams with Rev. Tom Hunt officiating. Burial was in the Buckeye Cemetery, rural Buckeye.

Agnes was born Aug. 19, 1920, in Story County to Martin K. and Edith (Erickson) Lura. She grew up on a farm in Hardin County near Garden City where she attended school. On April 15, 1938, Agnes was united in marriage to Bennie K. Hall at McCallsburg. The couple lived on a farm in Hamilton County until 1947 when they moved to their farm near Buckeye. In 1983, they moved to their home in Alden. Agnes enjoyed helping on the family farm.

Survivors include her husband, Bennie, of Alden; one daughter, Sharon Garcia, of Iowa Falls; one son, Merlyn Hall and wife Julia of Alden; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; three sisters, Ethel Fosse of Iowa Falls, Blanche Marcus of Ames, and Norma Reifschneider-Atchley of Mesa, Ariz.; one brother, Clifford Lura of Hubbard; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; three sisters, Cora Harstad, Myrtle Tjelta and Ruth Westwick; one brother, Gehard Lura; and a son-in-law, Joe Garcia.

Surls Funeral Home of Alden was in charge of arrangements.

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Vivian E. Brookhiser
Published February 13, 2004

February 12, 2004

Vivian E. Brookhiser, 88 of Iowa Falls, and formerly of Fort Madison, Iowa, passed away Thursday, February 12, 2004, at the Heritage Care Center, Iowa Falls, where she has been a resident since September of 2000. Graveside services for Vivian E. Brookhiser will be 11:00 am Saturday at the Claypoole Cemetery, Wever, Iowa. A time of visitation will be from 9:00 to 11:00 am Saturday at the King - Lynk Funeral Home, 3507 Avenue L, Fort Madison. The Linn's Funeral Homes Iowa Falls Chapel handled the local arrangements.

She is survived by a nephew: Rich Dewein of 319 West Elm Street, Algona, Iowa 50511.

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Marilyn Heineking
Published February 14, 2004

July 1, 1934 - February 9, 2004

HUBBARD - Marilyn Joyce Heineking, 69, of Iowa City, formerly of Hubbard, died Monday, Feb. 9, 2004, at University of Iowa Hospitals in Iowa City. Funeral services were Friday, Feb. 13, at Zion United Church of Christ in Hubbard with Rev. John Attaway officiating. Burial was in the Hampton Cemetery, Hampton. Memorial contributions may be directed to the family and will be given to Zion UCC and Old Mother Hubbard Preschool.

Marilyn was born July 1, 1934, at Latimer to Andrew and Esther (Hansen) Sorensen. She attended Franklin Consolidated School and graduated in 1952. Marilyn attended Luther College where she sang in the choir, graduating in 1954 with a teaching certificate. She then attended Drake University and graduated with a BA in elementary education. Marilyn taught second grade in Beloit, Wis., for two years. On Aug. 14, 1957, she was united in marriage to Donald Heineking. They lived in Iowa City for one year where Marilyn taught first grade at the University of Iowa Laboratory School. The couple then moved to Baxter for three years before moving to Hubbard. Marilyn enjoyed her life in Hubbard as a homemaker and mother. She was an active member in the Zion United Church of Christ where she taught Sunday school, attended Women's Circle, sang in the choir and was a soloist. Marilyn was also a member of Progressive Club. In 1981, Marilyn returned to teaching when she taught and directed the Old Mother Hubbard Nursery School. In 1998, after Marilyn suffered a stroke, the couple moved to Iowa City to be closer to health care and family.

Survivors include her husband, Donald, of Iowa City; one son, Mark, of Iowa City ; two daughters, Kristin Barrash and husband Joe of Iowa City and Lisa of Walnut Creek, Calif.; her mother, Esther Sorensen of Cherokee; two grandchildren, Seth and Isaac Barrash; three sisters, Lois Hobson, Rhogene Sorensen and Carol VandeVoort and husband Lou; one brother, Andy Sorensen; four nieces; two nephews; and many other relatives and friends.

Marilyn was preceded in death by her father, Andrew M. Sorensen.

Boeke Funeral Home of Hubbard was in charge of arrangements.

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Emma Benning
Published February 14, 2004

April 3, 1900 - February 9, 2004

IOWA FALLS - Emma A. Benning, 103, of Iowa Falls died Monday, Feb. 9, 2004, at Scenic Manor Nursing Home in Iowa Falls. Funeral services were Thursday, Feb. 12, at St. Peter's Untied Church of Christ in Geneva with Rev. Rose Hermonat officiating. Burial was in St. Peter's Cemetery in Geneva.

Emma was born April 3, 1900, in Geneva to Fred and Anna (Boyenga) Meinberg. She attended Sunnyside Country School, rural Geneva. On April 22, 1920, Emma was united in marriage to Henry Benning at Geneva. She was a member of St. Peter's United Church of Christ, Women's Fellowship and Sewing Circle. Emma was also a member of Pleasant Hill Cemetery Association and the First Congregational United Church of Christ service group in Iowa Falls.

Survivors include two sons, Floyd and wife Ruth of Council Bluffs and Delmar of Hampton; one daughter, Lavonne Lange and husband Willard of Dows; 10 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and 10 great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Henry; a son, Harold; a great-grandson, Eric; a brother, Edward; and a sister, Ella Furman.

Surls Funeral Home of Iowa Falls was in charge of arrangements.

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Merle L. Hartkopp
Published February 14, 2004

October 12, 1934 - February 9, 2004

POPEJOY - Merle L. Hartkopp, 69, of Popejoy died Monday, Feb. 9, 2004, at Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames. Funeral services will be Saturday, Feb. 14, at 11 a.m. at the First Lutheran Church in Dows with Rev. Paul Thompson officiating. Burial will be in the Alden Cemetery in Alden.

Merle was born Oct. 12, 1934, at the family farm north of Popejoy to Walter and Edna (Gardalen) Hartkopp. He graduated from Popejoy High School in 1953. Merle served in the U.S. Army. On May 7, 1955, he was united in marriage to Martha Bennett at Waynesville, Mo. Merle had been a farmer and was employed by Electrolux in Webster City, retiring in 2000. He was a member of the First Lutheran Church. Merle enjoyed gardening, listening to Paul Harvey, playing with his grandchildren and was called the "gator man."

Survivors include his wife, Martha, of Popejoy; two sons, Matthew and wife Robin of Iowa Falls and Monte and fiancée Tracey of Popejoy; one daughter, Marcia Hartkopp and partner Alicia of Teaneck, N.J.; nine grandchildren; and a sister-in-law, Arlene Rowland of Ankeny.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Michael; and a brother, Orville.

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Esther Busma
Published February 14, 2004

April 15, 1920 - February 13, 2004

DUMONT - Esther Busma, 83, of Dumont died Friday, Feb. 13, 2004, at the Dumont Care Center in Dumont. Funeral services will be Tuesday, Feb. 17, at 1:30 p.m. at the Dumont Reformed Church with burial in the Dumont Cemetery, with Rev. Bob Scholten officiating. Visitation will be Monday, Feb. 16, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Dumont.

Esther was born April 15, 1920, at Austinville to Herman and Barbara (Kannegieter) Garrels. She received her education in Butler County country schools. On Nov. 28, 1940, she was united in marriage to Harmon Busma at Dumont. Esther was a homemaker and correspondent to local newspapers from 1950 until 2004. She was an active member of the Dumont Reformed Church where she was secretary from 1975 until 2003, and served as Sunday school and catechism teacher. Esther was a 14-year member of the Dumont Care Review.

Survivors include one daughter, Kay Busma, of Hampton; a daughter-in-law, Sandy Busma, of Granger; a sister-in-law, Miriam Garrels, of Emmetsburg; eight grandchildren; two step grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and three step great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; two sons, Keith and Roger; a brother, Elmer; and a sister, Helen.

Sietsema Vogel Funeral Home of Dumont is in charge of arrangements.

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Betty L. Dockhorn
Published February 14, 2004

March 8, 1925 - February 11, 2004

HAMPTON - Betty L. Dockhorn, 78, of Hampton died Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2004, at Marshalltown Medical and Surgical Center in Marshalltown. Funeral services will be Saturday, Feb. 14, at 10 a.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Hampton with Rev. Jon Anderson officiating. Burial will be in the Hampton Cemetery in Hampton.

Betty was born March 8, 1925, in Popejoy to Ulysse and Etta (Morrow) Montandon. She attended Chapin High School in Chapin. On Nov. 24, 1945, Betty was united in marriage to Lewis Dockhorn at Brokenbone, Neb. She worked for 25 years at Maytag in electronics. Betty was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church and the Disabled American Veterans.

Survivors include her daughter-in-law, Jerri Dockhorn, of Clear Lake and one sister, Esther Mason of Stanhope. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two sons, and two brothers.

Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home of Hampton was in charge of arrangements.

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Harold D. Campbell
Published February 16, 2004

August 18, 1955 - February 14, 2004

On the day he had proclaimed as a most beautiful day, beloved husband, son, father, "Poppa", brother and friend passed into the presence of the Lord after sustaining injuries received in a motorcycle accident on February 14, 2004 near his home in Tucson, AZ. Memorial services will be 11:00 am Wednesday February 18, 2004 at East Lawn Palms Mortuary, Tucson, AZ. Funeral services for Hal will be 10:00 am Saturday February 21, 2004 at the Meeting Room, Iowa Falls, IA with burial to follow at the Northlawn Memorial Garden, Iowa Falls.

A son of James and Dorothy, Harold David "Hal" Campbell was born August 18, 1955 in Iowa Falls, IA. After his cherished childhood on the family farm near Alden, IA the family moved to Iowa Falls, IA where Hal graduated from Iowa Falls High School with the class of 1974. Hal was raised in a loving Christian family and accepted the Lord as His Savior as a young boy. He grew up gathered with those of likewise faith at the Meeting Room in Iowa Falls. Hal and Suzanne Budde were united in marriage on August 23, 1975 and blessed with two children, Sarah and Matthew. Hal worked at Campell Supply Company with his father, brothers and uncle for twenty years. While living in Iowa Falls, Hal was involved in coaching youth T-Ball, baseball and basketball. He was a member of the North Iowa Hardin County Emergency Squad, serving for a time as Commander. As a member of Highland Country Club, Hal served as a board member and President. In 1995, due to Suzanne's health, Hal and Suzanne moved to Tucson, AZ where Hal was the General Manager of Copper State Bolt and Nut until the opportunity to work at and later own Hoffmann Steel Fabrication. The beautiful, plentiful, year-round golf was Hal's unending joy. In Tucson he participated in the Parks Board, Golf Tourneys and BIC Club. Hal's joys were his faith, his family and friends, golf, the Green Bay Packers EBF (even before Favre), the St. Louis Cardinals, the Boston Celtics and the Arizona Wildcats, Sushi with Ernie, His Cosworth Vega, music of many kinds, playing with his grandchildren and his loyal pal Murphy (the spoiled-rotten dog). Hal spoiled us all with his smile, devoted loyal friendship and love. He lived his life with a joyous hope and took his joys and sorrows as from the Lord. His care and devotion to Suzanne was a blessing in her life and an example of loving selflessness. His home-going leaves us with an irreplaceble void...but Hal would tell us "God's plan is perfect" and to carry on in faith, looking for the best and finding comfort and peace in the Lord.

Hal is survived by his wife Suzanne, two children, Sarah Neubauer and Matthew, four grandchildren, Samara, Jayden and Cameron Neubauer of Alden, IA and Alissa Campbell of Tucson, AZ, his mother Dorothy Campbell of Iowa Falls, three brothers, James (Cindy) Campbell of Galesburg, IL, Robert (Ruth Ann) Campbell of Iowa Falls, John (Michele) Campbell of Tucson, AZ , one sister Sharon (Jonathan) Zwanzig of Bloomington, IL and many nieces and nephews, family and friends.

Hal was preceded in death by his father James, his father-in-law Wilbur Budde and brother-in-law Michael Budde.

"Sleep well Sweet Prince...you're my forever Valentine."

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Jennie Boelman
Published February 18, 2004

March 1, 1912 - February 11, 2004

PARKERSBURG - Jennie Boelman, 91, of Parkersburg died Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2004, at the Cedar Falls Health Care Center in Cedar Falls. Funeral services were Monday, Feb. 16, at the First Congregational Church at Parkersburg with Rev. Ron Bartlett officiating. Burial was in Oak Hill Cemetery in Parkersburg.

Jennie was born March 1, 1912, to Chris and Janna (Conrad) Ridder south of Aplington in Butler County. She received her education in a rural school near her home. On Feb. 24, 1938, she was united in marriage to George Boelman at Aplington. The couple farmed near Aplington and Shell Rock. Jennie was a homemaker and enjoyed raising chickens. She was a member of the First Congregational Church.

Survivors include one son, Dennis and wife Leane of Cedar Falls; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; one brother, Chris Ridder and wife Millie of Aplington; a daughter-in-law, Elaine Reents and husband David; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband; her parents; one son, James; three brothers, Henry, Herman and Philip Ridder; four sisters, Tena Ridder, Ella Dreesman, Fannie Walters and Christina Ridder.

Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home in Parkersburg was in charge of arrangements.

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Tillie Johnson
Published February 18, 2004

May 25, 1917 - February 9, 2004

APLINGTON - Tillie Johnson, 86, of Aplington died Monday, Feb. 9, 2004, at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Funeral services were Friday, Feb. 13, at the First Reformed Church in Aplington with Rev. Harlan DeJong officiating. Burial was in Pleasant View Cemetery in Aplington.

Tillie was born May 25, 1917, in Grundy County to Ben and Anna (DeVries) Boelman. She received her education from a rural Grundy County school. On Jan. 18, 1939, Tillie was united in marriage to Fred Johnson at Wellsburg. The couple farmed near Parkersburg, Holland and Wellsburg. In 1948, they bought a farm south of Aplington, which remains the family farm. Tillie was a member of the First Reformed Church in Aplington, where she was active in the Women's Guild. She enjoyed cooking, gardening, canning and helping out on the farm.

Survivors include three sons, Darrell and wife Merna of Ackley, Dennis and wife Joan of Waverly and Kenneth and wife Dwanna of Aplington; nine grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Ben Boelman Jr. and wife Marg of Placentia, Calif., and Robert Boelman and wife Hyla of Aplington; three sisters, Leona Vigars and husband Bill of Eldora, Lois Lumley and husband Darwyn of Vista, Calif., and Pearl Kinrade and husband Rev. Al of Prairie City.

She was preceded in death by her husband; her parents; two brothers, George and Folkert ; and one sister, Helen Graham.

Redman-Schwartz Funeral Chapel of Aplington was in charge of arrangements.

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Agnes Mackie
Published February 18, 2004

December 3, 1913 - February 13, 2004

GRUNDY CENTER - Agnes Mackie, 90, of Grundy Center died Friday, Feb. 13, 2004, at Grundy County Memorial Hospital in Grundy Center. Funeral services were Monday, Feb. 16, at the First Baptist Church in Grundy Center with Pastor Michael Nemmers officiating. Burial was at Rose Hill Cemetery in Grundy Center. Memorials may be directed to Shepherd's Children's Home in Union Grove, Wis., or to Cedar Valley Hospice.

Agnes was born Dec. 3, 1913, in Leota, Minn., to Dan Sr. and Cora (VanMill) Dooyema. She grew up in the Leota area and attended Grundy College Academy in Grundy Center. On Feb. 13, 1934, Agnes was united in marriage to Harvey Mackie. The couple farmed in the Grundy Center area for 30 years, retiring in 1965, at which time they moved to Grundy Center. In August of 2002, they moved to Arlington Place. Agnes was an active member of the First Baptist Church, serving in many capacities. She graduated from the Scofield Correspondence Course sponsored by Moody Bible Institute. Cooking, baking, sewing, darning and quilting were among her favorite things.

Survivors include one son, Vernon Mackie and wife Betty of Grundy Center; one daughter, Marceline Romig and husband Dave of Midlothian, Va.; a sister, Jeanette Postema of Holland, Mich.; 10 grandchildren; and 22 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Harvey; her parents; six brothers, Dan, Ed, Clarene, Charley, Harry and Gerrit Dooyema; and two sisters, Cora Steenstra and Nellie VanderZee.

Engelkes-Abels Funeral Home of Grundy Center was in charge of arrangements.

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Harold "Hal" Campbell
Published February 18, 2004

August 18, 1955 - February 14, 2004

TUCSON, Ariz. - Harold David "Hal" Campbell, 48, of Tucson, Ariz., died Saturday, Feb. 14, 2004, after sustaining injuries received in a motorcycle accident near his home in Tucson. Memorial services will be Wednesday, Feb. 18, at the East Lawn Palms Mortuary in Tucson. Funeral services are tentatively set for Saturday, Feb. 21, at 10 a.m. at the Iowa Falls Meeting Room on River Oaks Road in Iowa Falls. Burial will be at Northlawn Memory Gardens Cemetery in Iowa Falls.

Hal was born Aug. 18, 1955, in Iowa Falls to James and Dorothy Campbell. His early childhood was on the family farm near Alden, moving to Iowa Falls where he graduated from high school in 1974. Hal gathered with those of likewise faith at the Meeting Room in Iowa Falls. On Aug. 23, 1975, he was united in marriage to Suzanne Budde. Hal worked at Campbell Supply Company with his father, brothers and uncle for 20 years. While living in Iowa Falls, he was involved in coaching t-ball, baseball and basketball. Hal was a member of the North Iowa Hardin County Emergency Squad, serving for a time as commander. As a member of Highland Country Club, he served as board member and president. In 1995, the couple moved to Tucson where Hal was general manager of Copper State Bolt and Nut and later purchased Hoffmann Steel Fabrication. In Tucson, Hal enjoyed year-round golf and participated in the Parks Board, golf tourneys and BIC Club. His joys were his faith, family and friends, golf, the Green Bay Packers, St. Louis Cardinals, the Boston Celtics, the Arizona Wildcasts, music of many kinds, playing with his grandchildren and his dog, Murphy.

Survivors include his wife, Suzanne; a daughter, Sarah Neubauer; a son, Matthew; four grandchildren, Samara, Jayden and Cameron Neubauer of Alden, and Alissa Campbell of Tucson; his mother, Dorothy Campbell of Iowa Falls; three brothers, James and wife Cindy of Galesburg, Ill., Robert and wife Ruth Ann of Iowa Falls, and John and wife Michele of Tucson; a sister, Sharon and husband Jonathan Zwanzig of Bloomington, Ill.; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, James; his father-in-law, Wilbur Budde; and brother-in-law Michael Budde.

Linn's Funeral Homes Iowa Falls Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

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Wesley Barnhart
Published February 19, 2004

January 26,1925 - February 18,2004

Wesley Barnhart, 79, of Iowa Falls, passed away Wednesday, February 18, at his home. Funeral services for Wes Barnhart will be 10:30 Monday, February 23, 2004, at the First Christian Church, Iowa Falls, with the Reverend Don Preston officiating. Burial will be at the Northlawn Memory Gardens, Iowa Falls with military honors provided by Hyman-Peavey American Legion Post #188, Iowa Falls. Visitation times will be from 2:00 to 8:00 pm Sunday at the Linn's Funeral Homes Iowa Falls Chapel, who has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Wesley Albert Barnhart was born on the family farm January 26, 1925, at Eldora, Iowa, the son of Albert Isaac and Susan Olive [Layton] Barnhart. He attended Owasa Community Schools graduating with the class of 1942. He served with the United States Army during World War II from 1945 - 1946. He farmed in the Ellis Community for several years. He was a self employed cabinet maker owning the Wes Barnhart Cabinet Shop, Iowa Falls. He was a member of the Hyman-Peavey American Legion Post # 188, Iowa Falls.

Wes Barnhart is survived by his special companion: Barbara Boor of Iowa Falls; one daughter: Darla Carpenter and husband Wayne of Memphis, Tennessee; four sons: Terry Barnhart and wife Linda Sue of Buffalo, Wyoming, Matt Barnhart and wife Mary of Alden, Iowa, Dan Barnhart and wife Tracy of Alden, Iowa, Jason Barnhart and wife Holly of Iowa Falls; nineteen grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; and two sisters: Emily Ziesman of Eldora, Iowa, and Velma Nichols of Springdale, Arkansas.

He was preceded in death by his parents: Susie and Albert Barnhart; one daughter-in-law: Linda Rae (Yule) Barnhart; and one grandson: Jamie Maifeld.

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Updated by Chuck Prickett 2/20/2004

Patricia Peterson
Published February 21, 2004

HAMPTON -- Patricia Jean Peterson, 71, of Hampton died Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2004, at her home. Funeral services will be Monday, Feb. 23, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Hampton with burial at the Hampton Cemetery. The Rev. Jim Miller will officiate. Visitation is Sunday from 1-5 p.m. at the Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton with a 5 p.m. Eastern Star service.

Patricia was born Oct. 28, 1932, in Lucas to Earl and Janie (Hall) Allen. She graduated from Lucus High School and Iowa State Teacher's College in Cedar Falls. On June 30, 1956, she married LaVere Peterson in Osceola. Patricia was a teacher with the Hampton School System from 1960 - 1998. After she retired, she taught night school for North Iowa Area Community College in Mason City. Patricia was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Hampton, Eastern Star, the Franklin County Preservation Society in Hampton and was a faculty advisor to Model UN. She enjoyed riding horses, antiquing and her grandchildren.

Survivors include a son, William of Huxley; a daughter, Katie Jacoby of Des Moines; a sister, Kathryn Dixson of Lucus; a brother, Willard and wife Elnora Allen of Lucus; and three grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, an infant son, two infant sisters, and two brothers.

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Paul Greimann
Published February 21, 2004

HAMPTON - Paul G. Greimann, 74, of Hampton died Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2004, at Franklin General Hospital in Hampton. Funeral services will be Saturday, Feb. 21, at 10:30 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church in Hampton with Rev. Karl Bolhagen officiating. Burial will be at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, rural Hampton.

Paul was born April 27, 1929, at Sheffield to Fred and Eleanor (Schaefer) Greimann. He was raised in the Chapin and Sheffield area, graduating from Chapin High School. On Dec. 27, 1953, he was united in marriage to Arvilla Snyder. She died in 1986. Paul then married Doris Collins Greimann. He was a farmer and independent livestock buyer before moving to Hampton in 1971. Paul was an active member of Trinity Lutheran Church where he served on several committees. Gardening, yard work, fishing and being with family were among his favorite activities.

Survivors include his wife, Doris, of Hampton; four sons, Steve and wife Elaine of Mesquite, Texas, Ken and wife Beth of Columbia, Mo., Dean and wife Rosamaria of Kayenta, Ariz., and Al and wife Nancy of Camdenton, Mo.; one daughter, Mary Symens and husband Dennis of Hampton; a stepson, Brad and fiancée Angie Ethington Greimann of Sheffield; a stepdaughter, Nancy Oltman and husband Rick of Lake Mills; three brothers, Milo of Chapin and Floyd and Ronald, both of Sheffield; one sister, Betty Heginger of Sheffield; 10 grandchildren; three stepgrandchildren; and three stepgreat-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, Arvilla; and two brothers, Lewis and Carl.

Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home of Hampton was in charge of arrangements.

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David Freeman Sr.
Published February 21, 2004

Wednesday, February 11, 2004

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. - David Lee Freeman Sr., 64, died at his home in Bowling Green KY., Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2004. Memorial services were Sunday, Feb. 15, and cremation inurnment will be at a later date.

David served with the United States Coast Guard during the Vietnam War and graduated as an ordained minister from the Victory Bible Institute in Tulsa, Okla.

He is survived by his wife, Betty; four sons, Kevin, of Bowling Green, Anthony and David Jr. of Smith's Grove, Ky., Steven of Myrtle Beach, S.C.; three daughters, Jean of Bowling Green, Valerie of Pennsylvania and Lisa of Tampa, Fla.; 13 grandchildren, six brothers; and one sister, Lisa Johnson, of Iowa Falls.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother.

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Wesley Barnhart
Published February 21, 2004

January 26, 1925 - February 18, 2004

IOWA FALLS -- Wesley "Wes" Albert Barnhart, 79, of Iowa Falls died Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2004, at his home. Funeral services will be Monday, Feb. 23, at 10:30 a.m. the First Christian Church in Iowa Falls with Rev. Don Preston officiating. Burial will be at the Northlawn Memory Gardens, Iowa Falls, with military honors provided by Hyman-Peavey American Legion Post No. 188, Iowa Falls. Visitation times will be Sunday, Feb. 22, from 2-8 p.m. at the Linn's Funeral Homes Iowa Falls Chapel.

Wes was born Jan. 26, 1925, on the family farm at Eldora to Albert and Susan (Layton) Barnhart. He attended Owasa Community Schools, graduating with the class of 1942. Wes served with the U.S. Army during World War II from 1945-1946. He farmed in the Ellis Township area for several years. Wes was a self-employed cabinetmaker, owning the Wes Barnhart Cabinet Shop in Iowa Falls. He was a member of the Hyman-Peavey American Legion Post No. 188.

Survivors include his special companion, Barbara Boor, of Iowa Falls; one daughter, Darla Carpenter and husband Wayne of Memphis, Tenn.; four sons, Terry and wife Linda Sue of Buffalo, Wyo., Matt and wife Mary and Dan and wife Tracy all of Alden, and Jason Barnhart and wife Holly of Iowa Falls; 19 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Emily Ziesman of Eldora and Velma Nichols of Springdale, Ark.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one daughter-in-law, Linda Rae (Yule) Barnhart; and one grandson, Jamie Maifeld.

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John Andersen
Published February 21, 2004

January 3, 1953 - February 18, 2004

IOWA FALLS -- John "Bear" Wesley Andersen, 51, of Iowa Falls died Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2004, at his home. Funeral services will be Saturday, Feb. 21, at 10:30 a.m., at the First Christian Church in Iowa Falls with Rev. Floyd Davis and Rev. Bob Miller officiating. Burial will be in Union Cemetery in Iowa Falls.

John was born Jan. 3, 1953, in Hampton to Grant and Katherine (Anderson) Andersen. He graduated from Alden High School in 1971 and attended Ellsworth Community College. On April 10, 1976, John was united in marriage to Diane Reed at the United Methodist Church in Alden. He was employed by United Contractors, Inc. of Johnston as a bridge crew foreman. John was previously a co-owner of Jerr-Bear Construction, Inc. of Alden. John was a state qualifying wrestler in high school and an assistant coach with the Iowa Falls youth wrestling. He enjoyed bowling, hunting and fishing. John was a member of the First Christian Church in Iowa Falls and a former member of Immanuel Memorial UCC in Alden.

Survivors include his wife, Diane, of Iowa Falls; two children, Tessa and Jeremy, both at home; his mother and stepfather, Raymond and Katherine Christensen of Iowa Falls; five sisters, Judy Andersen of Omaha, Neb., Beverly Ford of Des Moines, Cathy Van Winkle and husband Charles of Omaha, Gloria Zimmerman and husband Tom of Mankato, Minn., and Darla Andersen of Marshalltown; two brothers, Chris Andersen and wife Anita of Coulter and Dale Andersen and wife Kathy of Kirksville, Mo.; and three stepbrothers, Jeff Christensen of Kennebunkport, Maine, Kelly Christensen of Des Moines and Marsh Christensen and wife Linda of Iowa Falls.

He was preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents, his father and an infant son.

Surls Funeral Home of Iowa Falls is in charge of arrangements.

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Audrey A. Valentine
Published February 24, 2004

December 5, 1930 - February 23, 2004

Audrey A. Valentine, 73, of Iowa Falls, Iowa, passed away Monday, February 23, 2004, at the Ellsworth Municipal Hospital, Iowa Falls. Funeral services for Audrey Valentine will be 1:30 Friday, February 27th at the First United Methodist Church, Iowa Falls, with burial to follow at the Union Cemetery, Iowa Falls. Visitation will be from 3:00 to 7:00 pm Thursday, the 26th at the Kloster Funeral Home, 298 West Washington Street, Marengo, Iowa, and from 11:00 am until service time at the Methodist Church in Iowa Falls on Friday. A memorial fund has been established and may be sent to the family at 2108 Floyd Street, Iowa Falls, Iowa, 50126. The Linn's Funeral Homes Iowa Falls Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Audrey Anita Nassen was born December 5, 1930, at Hampton, Iowa, the daughter of Levi and Flora [Burgardt] Nassen. She grew up at rural Buckeye, Iowa before the family moved to a farm south of Iowa Falls. She graduated from the Iowa Falls High School with the class of 1948. She attended Ellsworth College, Iowa Falls and then Westmar College, Lemars, Iowa. She was employed at the former Citizens State Bank Iowa Falls for four years, the First Wisconsin Bank, Milwaukee, Wisconsin for one year, clerked in the Hardin County ASC office for two years. On August 30, 1955 Audrey was united in marriage to Jake A. Valentine at the First Baptist Church, Iowa Falls. To this union two children were born: David and Julie. They lived in Waterloo for five years after which they purchased the Hoover Funeral Home in Marengo, Iowa on January 1, 1964, operating it as the Hoover Valentine Funeral Home for 30 years, retiring to Iowa Falls in 1994. Audrey studied organ at the University of Iowa and taught organ and piano for a number of years. She also served as accompanist for many music contests and played many organ/piano duets with multiple partners in Marengo and the surrounding area. She was an accomplished organist and played for a number of weddings, church services, and funerals. She served on the worship and music committee and long range planning committee of the United Methodist Church in Marengo for a number of years. She also served as treasurer of the United Methodist Women in Marengo for over 10 years and was a member of the Miriam Circle in Marengo. She was a member, past president and past treasurer of PEO Chapter AU, Marengo and currently a member of PEO Chapter DV of Iowa Falls. She was also a member of the Parchment and Christian Womens Club, Iowa Falls.

Audrey A. Valentine is survived by her husband of 48 years: Jake Valentine of Iowa Falls, Iowa; her son: David Valentine of Fairfax, Iowa; her daughter: Julie Kranz and husband Marty of Iowa City, Iowa; and one granddaughter: Kelsey Kranz of Iowa City; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

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William McBride
Published February 24, 2004

Friday, February 20, 2004

FERNDALE, Wash. -- William Edgar McBride, 71, of Ferndale, Wash., died Friday, Feb. 20, 2004, at Bellingham, Wash. Memorial services are planned for Thursday, Feb. 26, at 2 p.m. at the Messiah Lutheran Church in Auburn, Wash.

William was born in Alden to James and Dorothy (Catlin) McBride. In 1958, he was united in marriage to Elesa Catherine Smith. He was an avid golfer and sports fan who enjoyed hunting, fishing, bird watching and the beach.

Survivors include his wife, Elesa; five children, Elesa J. McBride, William J. McBride and wife Sandra, Tami L. Tsujikawa and husband Brian, Scott D. McBride, and Billie Kim; eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and a sister, Margaret Killion.

Memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society in William's memory. Ferndale-Moles Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Ferndale are in charge of arrangements.

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Francis C. Krueger
Published February 24, 2004

February 15, 1924 - February 22, 2004

HUBBARD -- Francis Carl Krueger, 80, of Hubbard died Sunday, Feb. 22, 2004, at the Hubbard Care Center Inc. in Hubbard. Funeral services will be Thursday, Feb. 26, at 10:30 a.m. at Salem United Methodist Church in Hubbard with Rev. Ron Ridgway officiating. Burial will be at the Hubbard Cemetery, Hubbard. The family will receive friends at Boeke Funeral Home in Hubbard on Wednesday, Feb. 25, from 6 until 9 p.m.

Francis was born Feb. 15, 1924, on the Krueger home place south of Hubbard. He was born to Albert and Bertha (Rothe) Krueger. Francis attended rural school in Grant Township, and graduated in 1940 from Hubbard High School. He was a proud member of the 1939 basketball team that qualified for the Boy's State Tournament. After graduation, Francis began to farm with his father, brother Arnold, and sister Esther. They worked on a family farm where they raised grain and livestock. Francis continued to farm all of his life and loved the field work. On Aug. 7, 1949, Francis married Patricia Lee Granzow of rural Owasa at the First Methodist Church in Iowa Falls. After their honeymoon in Colorado, they settled on a farm south of Hubbard, and shared their home for 54 years, enjoying life on the farm. Francis was involved in many community and county wide activities throughout his life. He was a director of the Hardin County Rural Electric Cooperative Board, and also held every office for the county's Farm Bureau Board. Francis was a longtime member of the Hubbard Community School Board. High school sports were always a favorite and he proudly served as timekeeper at basketball games in the Hubbard Gymnasium for 50 years. Francis was a 4-H leader for Tipton-Grant townships for many years, and continued his involvement with 4-H by assisting in the show ring at the Hardin County Fair. He was also a Charter Member of the Hubbard Lions Club, and a lifelong member of Salem United Methodist Church in Hubbard, where he served on boards, committees and taught adult Sunday school. Francis retired in 1997 after a lifetime of farming and raising livestock. He particularly enjoyed visiting about farming, the ISU Cyclones, and his children and grandchildren. On Dec. 31, 2003, Francis moved to Colonial Manor Care Center in Zearing, and on Jan. 12, 2004, transferred to the Hubbard Care Center.

Survivors include his wife, Patricia; six daughters, Patrice and husband Larry Webber of Ankeny; Joy and husband John Kix of Hubbard; Miriam and husband Gary Webber of Hubbard; Sylvia and husband David Brinkmeyer of Hubbard; Rachel and husband Matthew Rekers of Dike; and Rhonda and husband Michael Hoyle of Hubbard. Francis is also survived by 14 grandchildren, Taylor and Laura Webber; Paul, Emily, and Elizabeth Kix; Isaac and Levi Webber; Scott and Angela Brinkmeyer; Heather and Joshua Rekers; and Travis, Paige, and Shannon Hoyle.

Preceding him in death were his parents; his brother, Arnold Krueger; his sister, Esther Krueger; and his grandson, Brent Brinkmeyer.

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Loretta Male
Published February 24, 2004

February 28, 1910 - February 16, 2004

AMES -- Loretta Dorothea Male, 93, of Ames died Monday, Feb. 16, 2004, at the Israel Family Hospice House in Ames. Funeral services were Thursday, Feb. 19, at the Ascension Lutheran Church in Ames with Rev. John Anderson officiating. Burial was in the Radcliffe Cemetery.

Loretta was born Feb. 28, 1910, on the family farm north of Radcliffe to Joseph and Ella (Britson) Hinderaker. She graduated from Radcliffe High School in 1929, and attended Waldorf College in Forest City. Loretta taught rural schools for six years. On June 4, 1938, she was united in marriage to Joseph Male at Radcliffe. The couple farmed the Hinderaker home place for several years before moving to a Male farm northeast of Garden City. They lived there until 1968, when they moved to Ames. Loretta worked for J.C. Penney's after moving to Ames. She was a member of Ascension Lutheran Church, where she had been involved with Ladies Aide, was a Bible study leader and a Sunday school teacher.

Survivors include her daughter, Jolene Frette and husband Dennis of Ames; three grandchildren, Holly Pham, Kevin Frette and Sarah Frette; four great-grandchildren; one brother, Bill Hinderaker of Radcliffe; and one sister, Erma Ullestad of Scottsdale, Ariz.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and four brothers, Harvey, Ernest, Kenneth and LuVerne.

Boeke Funeral Home of Radcliffe was in charge of arrangements.

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Virginia Johnson
Published February 24, 2004

November 1, 1923 - February 21, 2004

IOWA FALLS -- Virginia "Ginny" Mary Johnson, 80, of Iowa Falls died Saturday, Feb. 21, 2004, at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral services were Monday, Feb. 23, at Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls.

Ginny was born Nov. 1, 1923, in Ackley to Lawrence W. and Ellen (McMannis) Graham. On Sept. 17, 1949, she was united in marriage to E. Max Johnson at St. Mark's Catholic Church in Iowa Falls. Ginny was a member of SAAS. She enjoyed camping, cooking and her grandchildren.

Survivors include two sons, Tom Johnson and wife Starla and Bruce Johnson all of Iowa Falls; two daughters, Sara Hardy and husband Keith of Iowa Falls and Teresa Spurlock and husband Jerry of Centennial, Colo.; eight grandchildren; and a sister, Kathleen Graham, of Scottsdale, Ariz.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; three brothers, Gene and Bud Graham, and a brother in infancy.

Memorials may be directed to Tom Johnson, P.O. Box 4, Iowa Falls, IA 50126.

Surls Funeral Home of Iowa Falls was in charge of arrangements.

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Audrey Valentine
Published February 24, 2004

December 5, 1930 - February 23, 2004

IOWA FALLS -- Audrey Anita Valentine, 73, of Iowa Falls died Monday, Feb. 23, 2004, at the Ellsworth Municipal Hospital, Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be Friday, Feb. 27, at 1:30 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church with burial to follow at the Union Cemetery, both in Iowa Falls. Visitation will be Thursday, Feb. 26, from 3 until 7 p.m. at the Kloster Funeral Home, 298 West Washington St., Marengo, and Friday from 11 a.m. until service time at the Methodist Church, Iowa Falls. A memorial fund has been established and may be sent to the family at 2108 Floyd Street, Iowa Falls, IA 50126. The Linn's Funeral Homes Iowa Falls Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Audrey was born Dec. 5, 1930, at Hampton, the daughter of Levi and Flora (Burgardt) Nassen. She grew up at rural Buckeye before the family moved to a farm south of Iowa Falls. Audrey graduated from the Iowa Falls High School with the class of 1948, and attended Ellsworth College, Iowa Falls, and then Westmar College, LeMars. She was employed at the former Citizens State Bank of Iowa Falls for four years, the First Wisconsin Bank, Milwaukee, Wis., for one year, and clerked in the Hardin County ASC office for two years. On Aug. 30, 1955, Audrey was united in marriage to Jake A. Valentine at the First Baptist Church, Iowa Falls. They lived in Waterloo for five years and on Jan. 1, 1964, purchased the Hoover Funeral Home in Marengo operating it as the Hoover-Valentine Funeral Home for 30 years. They retired to Iowa Falls in 1994. Audrey studied organ at the University of Iowa and taught organ and piano for a number of years. She also served as accompanist for many music contests and played many organ/piano duets with multiple partners in Marengo and the surrounding area. Audrey was an accomplished organist and played for a number of weddings, church services and funerals. She was also very active in the United Methodist Church of Marengo. Audrey was a member of the Miriam Circle in Marengo; a member, past president and past treasurer of PEO Chapter AU, Marengo and currently a member of PEO Chapter DV of Iowa Falls. She was also a member of the Parchment and Christian Women's Club, Iowa Falls.

Survivors include her husband of 48 years, Jake of Iowa Falls; her son, David of Fairfax; her daughter, Julie Kranz and husband Marty of Iowa City; one granddaughter, Kelsey Kranz of Iowa City; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

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Donald L. Dodd
Published February 24, 2004

April 5, 1937 - February 17, 2004

GLADSTONE, Mo. -- Donald L. Dodd, 66, of Gladstone, Mo., died Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2004, at North Kansas City Hospital. Funeral services and burial were in Kansas City, Mo.

Donald was born April 5, 1937, in Hansell to William and Marie (Taylor) Dodd. In 1959, he was united in marriage to Teresa Gray. Donald obtained a B.S. degree from Iowa State University in 1959. He was director of various YMCA's located in Fort Dodge, Milwaukee, Wis., Waterloo and Kansas City for 27 years prior to becoming a senior counselor (fund-raiser) for American City Bureau in Chicago, Ill. In 1980, Donald raised $2.5 million dollars in Waterloo to build a new YMCA. During his 11 years with American City Bureau, he raised $61 million dollars for nonprofit organizations located in various geographical areas in the U.S. Donald was a member of Kiwanis Club, Rotary Club, Knights of Columbus, served on numerous boards in communities, and was a Eucharistic minister at St. Charles Parish where he was a member for 19 years. Donald dedicated most of his career to working closely with youth in an effort to be a role model whom they loved and admired, and was successful in changing the lives of many of those young people with whom he gave many hours of his time.

Survivors include his wife, Teresa; a daughter, Monica Queener and husband James of Wentzville, Mo.; a son, Mark and wife Thea of Danville, Ill.; three grandchildren; two brothers, Ralph (Bud) Dodd of Geneva and Dan Dodd of Iowa Falls; and two sisters, Veneta Norman of Bradford and Donna Roegner of Ackley.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Memorial contributions may be directed to "St. Charles School Endowment in memory of Donald L. Dodd" for the support of Catholic education and fostering of character-building, self-esteem and love for one another.

McGilley Memorial Chapel of Kansas City was in charge of arrangements.

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Sophie Weichers
Published February 24, 2004

April 28, 1915 - February 24, 2004

DUMONT - Sophie Weichers, 88, of Charles City, formerly of Dumont, died Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2004, at Chautauqua Nursing Home in Charles City. Funeral services will be Friday at the New Hope United Methodist Church in Dumont with Rev. Terra Amundson officiating. Burial will be in the Dumont Cemetery in Dumont. Visitation will be Thursday, Feb. 26, from 4 until 7 p.m. at the Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Dumont.

Sophie was born April 28, 1915, at Dumont to Adolf and Jennie (Ubben) Borneman. She attended Dumont Community Schools. On Sept. 28, 1932, Sophie was united in marriage to Dick Weichers at Dumont. She was a housewife and later was employed by the Dumont Care Center as a nurse's aide. She attended the New Hope United Methodist Church in Dumont.

Survivors include two sons, Richard Weichers and wife Carol of Cedar Falls and Robert Weichers and wife Janet of Hutchinson, Kan.; two daughters, Phyllis Numelin and husband Merlin of Minneapolis, Minn., and Marilyn Marker and husband Robert of Charles City; one sister, Gertrude Blohm of Dumont; a sister-in-law, Lila Borneman, of Dumont; 12 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; three brothers; one sister; one grandson; and one great-grandson.

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Tammy Schulz
Published February 24, 2004

January 31, 1970 - February 23, 2004

LATIMER -- Tammy Schulz, 34, of Latimer died Monday, Feb. 23, 2004, at North Iowa Mercy Health Center East Campus in Mason City. Funeral services will be Thursday, Feb. 26, at 1 p.m. at the West Fork United Methodist Church, rural Sheffield with Pastor Mark Luckiesh officiating. Burial will be in the West Fork Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday, Feb. 25, from 4 until 8 p.m. at the Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton.

Tammy was born Jan. 31, 1970, at Charles City to Marvin and Lois (Stanbrough) Crooks. She graduated from Rockwell High School. On Oct. 18, 1997, she was united in marriage to Terry Schulz at Nashua. Tammy was a homemaker. She was a member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Hampton. Tammy enjoyed country western concerts, Sunday afternoon rides on gravel roads, cookouts with friends and living in the country. Playing with her dogs, Rocky and Brando, and spending time with her husband and daughter were also among her favorites.

Survivors include her husband, Terry of Latimer; one son, Zachary Hanson of Hampton; one daughter, Lexie Schulz of Latimer; two stepsons, Cody and Tyler, both of Latimer; two sisters, Sheila Polsdofer and husband Duane of Forest City and Rhonda Winters and husband Bill of Rockwell; one brother, Randy Crooks of Rockwell; her parents, Marvin and Lois Crooks of Mason City; her father and mother-in-law, Howard and Coni Schulz of Mason City; a sister-in-law, RaNae Hjelle and husband Peter of Mason City; a brother-in-law, Scott Schulz and wife Teresa of Sheffield; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by one uncle and her grandparents.

Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home of Hampton is in charge of arrangements.

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Olive M. Espe
Published February 24, 2004

December 8, 1915 - February 19, 2004

RADCLIFFE -- Olive Espe, 88, of Independence, formerly of Radcliffe, died Thursday, Feb. 19, 2004, at West Village Care Center in Independence. Funeral services were Monday, Feb. 23, at St. John's United Methodist Church in Radcliffe with Pastor Dana Williams officiating. Burial was in the Radcliffe Cemetery in Radcliffe.

Olive was born Dec. 8, 1915, on the family farm near Beaver to Lester and Clara (Chase) Doran. She attended and graduated from Beaver Community School and received a BS degree in home economics from Iowa State University. After graduation, Olive taught high school in Victor, Polk City and Radcliffe. It was while teaching in Radcliffe that she met Robert Espe. On June 29, 1944, they were married at Beaver. In 1956, Olive returned to teaching at Zearing High School, which later became NESCO High School, retiring in 1975, after teaching home economics and speech for 20 years. She also served as junior class sponsor, planned and organized 20 proms. Olive was an active member of St. John's United Methodist Church, where she taught Sunday school, Bible school and was a leader of the UMW. In 1991, the couple moved to Friendship Haven in Fort Dodge. Following Robert's death in 1998, Olive relocated to Independence. She took great pride in raising her children and every step of her grandchildren's lives.

Survivors include one son, Dr. R. Doran Espe and wife Stephany Harvey of Independence; one daughter, Ann Skellenger and husband Donald of Lakeland, Fla.; three grandchildren, Cindi Harrell and husband Chris of Clearwater, Fla.; 1st Lt. Abraham Skellenger, presently serving in Iraq; and Robert Harvey Espe of Independence.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and four brothers.

Boeke Funeral Home of Radcliffe was in charge of arrangements.

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Roger L. Mollenbeck
Published February 24, 2004

July 15, 1952 - February 18, 2004

HAMPTON -- Roger L. Mollenbeck, 51, of Hampton died Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2004, at home. Funeral services were Saturday, Feb. 21, at the First United Methodist Church with Rev. Jim Stiles, Rev. Jo Frahm, Watkins First United Methodist Church and Rev. Arthur J. Zewert, Zion Reformed Church officiating. Following cremation, inurnment will take place at a later date in Zion Reformed Church Cemetery, rural Sheffield.

Roger was born July 15, 1952, in Hampton to Dale and Norma (Madsen) Mollenbeck. He attended church and Sunday School as a child and young man. Roger's first experiences as an organist were in his home church playing for Sunday evening services. Roger graduated from CAL Community High School, Latimer, and earned his music degree from Northwestern College, Orange City, in May of 1974. He served the following school systems as a vocal music teacher: Nora Springs-Rock Falls, Belmond, Fairfax County (Virginia), Ballard of Huxley, Clear Lake and Meservey-Thornton-Sheffield-Chapin. He also worked at the Hampton-Dumont Community Schools as choral pianist for the middle and high school choirs. His church music work included Zion Reformed Church, rural Sheffield; American Reformed Church, Orange City; First Christian Church, Mason City; National City Christian Church, Washington DC; Immanuel United Church of Christ, Latimer; Messiah Lutheran Church, Mason City; First Congregational United Church of Christ, Mason City and was currently the director of music and organist at First United Methodist Church, Mason City. Roger was the organist for thousands of Sunday services during his lifetime and for hundreds of weddings and funeral services. Roger was the "on call" organist for many of the funeral homes in North Iowa, and was currently the chapel organist with Major Erickson Funeral Home, Mason City. Roger enjoyed traveling and family history research. He wrote a book entitled, "Mollenbeck Family History" in 1983. Northwestern College, Orange City, honored Roger with the Music Alumni Award in 1992, and an invitation to present the Tulip Festival Organ Concerts in 2000. Roger was an active member of the North Iowa Chapter American Guild of Organists, where he had been an officer. His church membership was with Zion Reformed Church where he had been very active with organizing the music committees for the church centennial in 1990.

Survivors include his mother, Norma Mollenbeck of Hampton; two sisters, Cindy Lind of Newton and Tami Ballhagen and husband Kevin of Sheffield; one brother, Todd Mollenbeck and wife Linda of Latimer; and his nieces and nephews, Christopher and Kelly Lind, Trevor Mollenbeck, Mark, Shelby and Carley Ballhagen.

Roger was preceded in death by his grandparents; father, Dale; and two nephews, Travis Ballhagen and Cody Mollenbeck.

Memorials may be given to the Roger Mollenbeck Memorial Fund.

Major Erickson Funeral Home of Mason City was in charge of arrangements.

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Vernon Hinderaker
Published February 26, 2004

March 31,1925 - February 25,2004

Vernon Hinderaker, 78, of Iowa Falls, Iowa, passed away Wednesday at the Ellsworth Municipal Hospital, Iowa Falls. Funeral services for Vernon Hinderaker will be 11:00 am Saturday at Saint Mark's Catholic Church, Iowa Falls, with a 10:30 Rosary prior to the service. Burial will be at the St. James Cemetery, Colo, Iowa. Visitation will be from 2:00 to 8:00 pm Friday at the Linn's Funeral Homes Iowa Falls Chapel, where the family will receive friends between the hours of 5:00 and 7:00 pm. There will be a Moose Memorial Service at 7:30 pm followed by a Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks Memorial Service.

Vernon Wallace Hinderaker was born March 31, 1925 at his parents farm home near Radcliffe in Hardin County, Iowa. He was the son of Irvin Gaylord and Sylvia Agnes [Bergeson] Hinderaker. He attended the Lincoln 6 Country School near Radcliffe and also the Radcliffe High School. Vernon left school early to enlist in the Army during World War II. Served from February 17, 1945 to December 31, 1946, serving in the Pacific Theatre and during the Occupation Army of Japan. On August 25, 1950, he was united in marriage to Mary Catherine Westly, at St. Mark's Catholic Church, Iowa Falls. Vernon had farmed, worked for Swift & Co., Weldon Brothers Construction, and Riverside Book & Bible all in Iowa Falls. He was a life member of VFW Post #8708, a member of the Hyman-Peavey American Legion Post #188, the Loyal Order of Moose Lodge #1331, the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks Lodge #1674, all of Iowa Falls. He enjoyed animals, Flea Markets, fishing, and just loved to talk to people.

Vernon Hinderaker is survived by his wife of 53 years: Mary Hinderaker of Iowa Falls, Iowa; one brother: Bernard Hinderaker and wife Rosemary of Nevada, Iowa; one sister: Madelyn Miller and husband Ike of Ames, Iowa; two sisters-in-law: Arlene Hinderaker of Iowa Falls, Josephine Hinderaker of Dublin, Georgia, and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents: Irvin and Sylvia Hinderaker; his twin brother: Verdis Hinderaker; his brother: Lowell Hinderaker; an infant sister: Ethel Hinderaker; a nephew: Ronald Hinderaker; and one niece: Jody Miller.

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Updated by Chuck Prickett 2/27/2004

Anna Hoffman
Published February 27, 2004

February 26, 2004

Anna Hoffman, 93, of Ackley, Iowa, passed away Thursday, February 26, 2004. Funeral services for Anna Hoffman will be 10:00 am Wednesday, March 3, 2004, at the Bethel Baptist Church, Iowa Falls, with burial to follow at the Oak Wood Cemetery, Ackley. Visitation will be from 2:00 to 8:00 pm Tuesday at the Linn's Funeral Homes Ackley Chapel at 903 Cerro Gordo St., Ackley, Iowa. The family will be present to receive friends between the hours of 6:00 and 8:00 pm.

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J.D. Burman
Published February 29, 2004

December 15, 1928 - February 25, 2004

HAMPTON - John David "J.D." Burman, 75, of Hampton died Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2004, at his home in Hampton. Memorial services will be Friday, Feb. 27, at 10:30 a.m. at the Hansell United Methodist Church in Hansell with Rev. Julie Poore-Christensen and Father Jim Miller officiating. Inurnment will be at a later date in the Hampton Cemetery in Hampton.

J.D. was born Dec. 15, 1928, in Aredale to Neil and Elizabeth (McNealy) Burman. He graduated from Hansell High School in 1947. On June 4, 1950, J.D. was united in marriage to Bernetta Scott at Alexander. He was a farmer and involved in agriculture. J.D. was a member of the Hansell United Methodist Church and the Hampton Country Club. He enjoyed golfing, playing cards, farming and spending time with family.

Survivors include his wife, Bernetta, of Hampton; one son, Thomas Burman and wife Sharon of Hansell; one daughter, Ginger Whitmore and husband Dean of Hampton; one brother, Verald Burman and wife Eunice of Hampton; eight grandchildren; four great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two sons, John David Jr. and Richard Neil; and one brother, Orval.

Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home of Hampton was in charge of arrangements.

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Glen A. Ryan
Published February 29, 2004

March 11, 1925 - February 26, 2004

HAMPTON - Glen A. Ryan, 78, of Hampton died Thursday, Feb. 26, 2004, at the Hampton Care Center in Hampton. Funeral services will be Saturday, Feb. 28, at 10 a.m. the Hampton United Methodist Church in Hampton with Rev. Jerry Miller officiating. Burial will be in the Hampton Cemetery, Hampton. Visitation will be Friday, Feb. 27, from 4-8 p.m. at Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton.

Glen was born March 11, 1925, at Rowan to James and Minnie (Ehler) Ryan. He received his education in the Rowan school system. On Sept. 20, 1947, Glen was united in marriage to Ardeth Cooper at Hampton. In his early years, he farmed and was employed as a truck driver. Glen was a 30-year member of the Old Timers AA and enjoyed chuck-wagon races, tractor pulls, football and being with family. He was a member of the Hampton United Methodist Church.

Survivors include one son, Ron Ryan and wife Margo of Hansell; four daughters, Linda Brower and husband Jay of Hampton, Janan Shillington of Iowa Falls, Colleen Simons and husband Steve of Hampton, and Donna Dallwitz and husband Mike of St. Louis, Mo.; a brother, Edward Ryan and wife Marge of Kanawha; a twin sister, Elsie Schroeder and husband Wilbur of Dows; two sisters, Jean Walrod and Darlene Aldrich, both of Belmond; 12 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; a grandson, Jonathan; two sisters, Ethel and Alice; and three brothers, Nudge, Toots and Bubby.

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Vernon Hinderaker
Published February 29, 2004

March 31, 1925 - February 25, 2004

IOWA FALLS - Vernon Hinderaker, 78, of Iowa Falls died Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2004, at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, at St. Mark Catholic Church, Iowa Falls, with a 10:30 a.m. Rosary prior to the service. Burial will be at the St. James Cemetery, Colo.

Vernon was born March 31, 1925, at his parents' farm home near Radcliffe in Hardin County. He was the son of Irvin Gaylord and Sylvia Agnes [Bergeson] Hinderaker. He attended the Lincoln 6 Country School near Radcliffe and also the Radcliffe High School. Vernon left school early to enlist in the Army during World War II, and served from February 1945 to December 1946, in the Pacific Theatre and during the Occupation Army of Japan. On Aug. 25, 1950, he was united in marriage to Mary Catherine Westly at St. Mark Catholic Church, Iowa Falls. Vernon had farmed, worked for Swift & Co., Welden Brothers Construction and Riverside Book & Bible all in Iowa Falls. He was a life member of Veteran's of Foreign Wars Post No. 8708, a member of the Hyman-Peavey American Legion Post No. 188, the Loyal Order of Moose Lodge No. 1331, the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks Lodge No. 1674, all of Iowa Falls. He enjoyed animals, flea markets, fishing, and talking to people.

Survivors include his wife, Mary of Iowa Falls; a brother, Bernard Hinderaker and wife Rosemary of Nevada; a sister, Madelyn Miller and husband Ike of Ames; two sisters-in-law, Arlene Hinderaker of Iowa Falls, Josephine Hinderaker of Dublin, Ga., and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a twin brother, Verdis; a brother, Lowell; an infant sister, Ethel Hinderaker; a nephew, Ronald Hinderaker; and one niece, Jody Miller.

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Gladys Bierman
Published February 29, 2004

March 30, 1934 - February 24, 2004

APLINGTON - Gladys Ann Bierman, 69, of Aplington died Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2004, at Mayo Hospital in Phoenix, Ariz. Funeral services will be Saturday, Feb. 28, at 10:30 a.m. at the First Reformed Church in Aplington with Rev. Harlan R. DeJong officiating. Burial will be in the Pleasant View Cemetery, Aplington.

Gladys was born March 30, 1934, to Ben and Grace (DeVries) Behrends at their home in rural Austinville. She received her education and graduated from Aplington High School. On June 2, 1954, Gladys was united in marriage to Vernon Bierman at Ackley. The couple lived on their farm in rural Aplington where Gladys enjoyed being a mother and farm wife. Gladys was a member of the First Reformed Church and the Ladies Guild. She was formerly a junior choir director at the Washington Reformed Church, rural Ackley. Gardening, baking, sewing, embroidery, fishing and spending time with the grandkids were among her favorite activities.

Survivors include her husband, Vernon of Aplington; one son, Marvin and wife Darla of Aplington; three daughters, Geniece Wright and husband David of West Des Moines, Judy Eilderts and husband Gaylen of Aplington and Mary Jo Ohnemus and husband Duane of Milo; 14 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild; four brothers, Edward and wife Shirley of New Hartford, Harold and wife Joan of Ackley; DeWayne and wife Kathy of Evansdale, and Larry and wife Gail of Mason City; and one sister, Linda Rigg and fiance' James Allen of Mason City.

Redman-Schwartz Funeral Chapel of Aplington is in charge of arrangements.

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Leola Roegner
Published February 29, 2004

March 11, 1916 - February 26, 2004

HAMPTON - Leola Mae Roegner, 87, of Hampton died Thursday, Feb. 26, 2004, at Franklin General Hospital in Hampton. Funeral services will be Monday, March 1, at 10:30 a.m. at the Geneva United Methodist Church with burial at Lindenwood Cemetery, rural Geneva. Pastor Patricia Connor will officiate. Visitation is Sunday, Feb. 28, from 1 until 5 p.m. at Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton.

Leola was born March 11, 1916, at Hansell to John H. and Bertha (Wiener) Dohlman. She was educated at the Hansell Consolidated Schools. Leola married Lester R. Roegner on Feb. 24, 1936, at the Geneva Methodist parsonage. They farmed near Geneva and Leola was a homemaker. She was a member of the Geneva United Methodist Church. She enjoyed flowers, outside work, caring for her chickens on the farm, embroidering and cleaning (lovingly called Mrs. Clean).

Survivors include five daughters, Dorothy Taylor and husband Bob of Hampton, Ruby VanGerpen of Hampton, Lois Bittner of Blue Grass, Judy Heitland and husband Rich of Geneva, Jeanne Chipp and husband Darren of Latimer; two sisters, Bertha Woods and husband Bob of Iowa Falls and Helen O'Dea of Hampton; two brothers, Delos Dohlman and wife Alice of Hampton and Dallas Dohlman of Hampton; 15 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, four sisters, a brother and a son-in-law.

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Fay Freese
Published February 29, 2004

March 23, 1917 - February 24, 2004

ALDEN - Jesse Fay Freese, 86, of Alden died Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2004, at Heritage Care Center in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be Saturday, Feb. 28, at 10:30 a.m. at the United Methodist Church in Alden with Rev. Rick Layman officiating. Burial will be in the Alden Cemetery.

Fay was born March 23, 1917, to Joe and Edna May (Rose) Johnson. On Sept. 18, 1937, she was united in marriage to George Freese in Webster City. Fay had worked at Ray Klein's tavern and the Ellsworth Turkey Plant, retiring in 1988. She enjoyed camping, fishing and helping at the Methodist ladies' bake sales. Fay was a member of the United Methodist Church in Alden.

Survivors include three daughters, Georgia Mourlam of Alden, Jo Berndt of Buckeye and Ella Butler and husband Edward of Hampton; a special friend, Robert Bouillon of Alden; three grandsons, Harley Mourlam of Alden, Harry Mourlam of Council Bluffs and Rhett Butler and wife Brenda of Fort Wayne, Ind.; three granddaughters, Gwen Blanchard and husband Ed of New Hartford, Valie Mourlam of Des Moines and Rebecca Fink and husband Jason of Hampton; 11 great-grandchildren; eight great-great-grandchildren; and a sister, Maudie Hutchinson of Eagle Grove.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, George; 11 sisters; eight brothers; and a son-in-law.

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George Porter
Published February 29, 2004

February 7, 1927 - February 26, 2004

HAMPTON - George Edward Porter, 77, of Hampton died Thursday, Feb. 26, 2004, at the Franklin General Hospital in Hampton. Funeral services will be Saturday, Feb. 28, at 1:30 p.m. at the First Christian Church in Hampton with Rev. Joe Jones officiating. Burial will be in the Lindenwood Cemetery, rural Geneva. Visitation will be Saturday from 11:30 a.m. until service time at the church.

George was born Feb. 7, 1927, in Franklin County to Guy W. and Hazel (Peters) Porter. He received his education in rural Geneva schools. On Aug. 31, 1946, George was united in marriage to Janet Fischer at St. Joseph, Mo. He was a farmer. George was a member of the First Christian Church where he served on the memorial committee.

Survivors include his wife, Janet, of Hampton; two sons, Dennis of Newton and Tom of Hampton; two brothers, Dale of Hampton and Lyle of Palm Springs, Calif.; four grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Clifford and Dorian.

Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home of Hampton was in charge of arrangements.

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Updated by Chuck Prickett 3/3/2004

Donald Mittlestadt
Published April 2, 2004

WICHITA, Kan. - Donald "Don" Mittlestadt, 71, of Wichita, Kan., died Thursday, Feb. 19, 2004. Funeral services were held Monday, Feb. 23, at the Resthaven Mortuary in Wichita with Pastor Mike Herzberg of Bethany Lutheran Church, Wichita, officiating.

Don was born in Iowa Falls to Emil and Gertie (Gieken) Mittelstadt. After high school, he received a scholarship to play basketball at Ellsworth College. Don was a veteran of the Korean War. He made Wichita his home in 1966. He enjoyed basketball and was an avid Kansas fan.

Survivors include his wife, Kathryn, a son Tom Mittlestadt, and a stepson, Norman Sanders and family, all of Wichita; a daughter, Heidi Morgan and husband Mike of Junction City, Kan.; a stepdaughter, Kelly Buckeleu and family of Melbourne, Ark.; one grandson; and five step grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and 11 brothers and sisters.

A memorial has been established with Parkinson's Fund, 7808 Foster, Overland Park, KS 66204-2955.

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Updated by Chuck Prickett 4/2/2004