Labena Jones
Published January 3, 2004

January 9, 1913 - January 1, 2004

HAMPTON - Labena "Bea" Jones of Hampton died Thursday, Jan. 1, 2004, at the Hampton Care Center in Hampton. Funeral services will be Monday, Jan. 5, at 10:30 a.m. at the United Methodist Church in Hampton with Rev. Robert Conner officiating. Burial will be in the Hampton Cemetery. The family will receive friends Sunday, Jan. 4, from 1 - 3 p.m. at the Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton.

Bea was born Jan. 9, 1913, in Franklin County to Peter and Tena (Dirksen) Halfwassen. She attended the Chapin Consolidated School and graduated in 1930. In 1931, Bea enrolled in the Hamilton Business College in Mason City, and completed a stenographic and secretarial course. She was employed for a short time in the offices of the Mason City Brick and Tile Co. In 1934, she came to Hampton and was employed for a short time in the "Corn Hog" office under the direction of Manning Howell. In April 1934, Bea was employed by the Franklin County Relief Office and in 1945, was promoted to Director of Social Services until her retirement in September of 1978. On July 1, 1957, Bea was united in marriage to Ralph Jones. She was a member of the Eastern Star and received her 50-year pin and certificate in November, 1989. Bea was active in the United Methodist Church of Hampton, and a member of the Leah Circle and Naomi Circle. She was a member for over 40 years of the Ladies' Prayer Group.

Survivors include her great-niece, Sherry McKinstrey of Pella; one great-nephew, Keith Halfwassen of Eldora; and a sister-in-law, Ardis Fredericks of Hampton. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph; her parents; two brothers, Conny and Henry Halfwassen; and two sisters, Elizabeth Albers and Lena Meints.

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Veone A. Rule
Published January 3, 2004

June 22, 1910 - January 1, 2004

HAMPTON - Veone A. Rule, 93, of Hampton died Thursday, Jan. 1, 2004, at the Franklin General Hospital in Hampton. Funeral services were Friday, Jan. 2, at the Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton with Rev. Marlys Ruth officiating. Burial was in the Hampton Cemetery.

Veone was born June 22, 1910, in Belmond to Charles and Tillie (Tomson) Peterson. She graduated from Hampton High School in 1928, and from UNI in 1932. On April 10, 1938, Veone was united in marriage to John S. Rule at Hampton. She was a substitute teacher and was employed by IPS in Hampton. Veone was a member of the First Congregational United Church of Christ.

Survivors include one son, Dr. Charles G. Rule of Houston, Texas; two grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, one sister, and one brother.

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Ronald G. Russell
Published January 7, 2004

April 26, 1942 - January 3, 2004

IOWA FALLS - Ronald G. Russell, 61, of Iowa Falls died Saturday, Jan. 3, 2004, at the University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City. Funeral services were Tuesday, Jan. 6, at Immanuel Memorial United Church of Christ in Alden with Rev. Bob Miller officiating. Burial was in the Union Cemetery in Iowa Falls.

Ronald was born April 26, 1942, at Iowa Falls to George and Isabelle (Reynolds) Russell. He attended Iowa Falls High School and mechanical school in Kansas City, Mo. On Aug. 29, 1964, Ronald was united in marriage to Sheryl Lindeman at St. John's United Church of Christ in Ackley. He was a member of the Iowa Falls Loyal Order of Moose Lodge No. 1331. Ronald was employed by Farmland in Iowa Falls from 1964 - 1987, and the past years by SSX Trucking Co. of Cedar Rapids.

Survivors include one son, Troy of Sturgis, S.D., and his children, Cassandra and Tyler; one daughter, Michele Russell of Sturgis, S.D., and her children, Devin, Adam and Lacy; a special friend, Marie Blanchard of Iowa Falls, and her children; one sister, Linda Bahr of Iowa Falls; a half-sister, Danielle Russell of Waterloo; and his mother-in-law, Bernice Lindeman of Ackley.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Sheryl, and a brother, Roger, in infancy.

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

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Anna W. Feikes
Published January 7, 2004

June 5, 1922 - January 2, 2004

ACKLEY - Anna Willhelmina Feikes, 81, of Ackley died Friday, Jan. 2, 2004, at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Funeral services were Monday, Jan. 5, at the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls with Rev. Don Preston officiating. Burial was in the Northlawn Memory Gardens in Iowa Falls.

Anna was born June 5, 1922, to Jake and Nellie (Schroeder) Koop at the family farm in Hardin County. She attended Robertson and other country schools north of Ackley. On Feb. 24, 1947, Anna was married to Meint Feikes at Ackley. She was a housewife. Anna was a member of the First United Methodist Church and the church circle.

Survivors include her husband, Meint, of Ackley; one daughter, Elaine Brannen, and husband Harry of Nevada; five grandsons, Ryan and Scott Meyer of Nevada, Harry Brannen Jr. and wife Suzie of Pleasant Hill, and Travis and Kevin Brannen of Des Moines; one granddaughter, Kristina Brannen of Indianola; two great-grandsons, Colton and Kaleb Brannen; and one brother, Jake Koop and wife Esta of Ackley.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Reinhart Koop; two sisters, Gladys Brower and Clara Surratt; and an infant sister, Anna.

Sietsema Funeral Home of Ackley was in charge of arrangements.

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Birrell B. White
Published January 7, 2004

June 8, 1923 - December 28, 2003

CRESTON - Birrell Blythe White, 80, of Creston, formerly of Des Moines, died Sunday, Dec. 28, 2003, at her home in Creston. Memorial services were Friday, Jan. 2, 2004, at the Powers Funeral Home in Creston. Private burial will be at a later date in the Union Cemetery in Iowa Falls.

Birrell was born on June 8, 1923, to Ralph J. and May (Wonderly) Harmon at Iowa Falls. She graduated from Iowa Falls High School. In 1974, she was united in marriage to Denver T. White in Des Moines. Birrell was a homemaker. She was employed by Vicky's in Des Moines. Birrell previously lived in Iowa Falls, Des Moines and Creston.

Survivors include one stepdaughter, Beverly Pierce of Denver, Colo.; three stepsons, Bill White and wife Vicky of Des Moines, Jerry White and wife Marcia of Creston, and Charles Comley and wife Lorraine of Turlock, Calif.; two cousins, Margaret Rehm of Rochester, Minn., and Gene Brown and wife Betsy of Iowa Falls; and one sister-in-law, Sue Harman of California; 14 step-grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband,; two brothers, Jerry and Wilde Harmon; and a niece, Kathy Harmon.

Powers Funeral Home of Creston was in charge of arrangements.

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Elsie Sisam
Published January 7, 2004

November 23, 1915 - January 2, 2004

IOWA FALLS - Elsie Sisam, 88, of Bloomington, Minn., formerly of Iowa Falls, died Friday, Jan. 2, 2004, at the Fairview Health Services in Minneapolis, Minn. Funeral services will be Wednesday, Jan. 7, at the Cottage Community Church, Co. Hwy. D-41, rural Iowa Falls, with Rev. Russell Surls and lay pastor Kenneth Nason officiating. Burial will be in the Union Cemetery in Iowa Falls.

Elsie was born Nov. 23, 1915, at Hubbard to Edwin and Anna (Frazier) Barnhart. She was a 1933 graduate of Iowa Falls High School, and a graduate of Ellsworth Community College. Elsie also attended Iowa Teachers' College in Cedar Falls and taught country school for several years. On June 3, 1939, she was united in marriage to Howard Sisam. The couple made their home on the family farm north of Hubbard where they farmed until 1975. Following her husband's death, she moved to Iowa Falls. Elsie was a member of Cottage Community Church where she was a Sunday school teacher, church secretary, church pianist and organist. Elsie remained active in the church women's groups until her illness in 2002, at which time she moved to Bloomington to be near her family.

Survivors include two sons, Edwin and wife Dorothy of Eden Prairie, Minn., and Dale and wife Sandy of Chaska, Minn.; one daughter, Virginia Green and husband Victor of Houston, Texas; nine grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and one sister-in-law, Marian Barnhart of Sebring, Fla.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, one sister, Mary; and one brother, Kenneth.

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

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Waldo Lepper
Published January 7, 2004

September 27, 1909 - January 2, 2004

HUBBARD - Waldo Lepper, 94, died Friday, Jan. 2, 2004, at the Hubbard Care Center in Hubbard. Funeral services will be Wednesday, Jan. 7, at 10:30 a.m. at Zion United Church of Christ in Hubbard with Rev. John Attaway officiating. Burial will be in the Hubbard Cemetery.

Waldo was born Sept. 27, 1909, on the farm of his parents, Louis and Martha (Neubauer) Lepper, between Hubbard and Radcliffe. He attended the McCoy School on Highway 175. In 1932, he was united in marriage to Mildred Dunn in Lincoln, Neb. They settled on a farm east of Radcliffe where Waldo, his father, brother and uncles built the buildings. Waldo operated that same farm until he retired into a home they built in Hubbard in 1985. Waldo did carpenter work for his family and for others from time to time. He was one of the original board members who initiated and helped build the Hubbard Golf Course. Waldo was a member of the Zion United Church of Christ in Hubbard where he served on the council and parsonage building committee. He was an avid outdoorsman enjoying golf, hunting, fishing and horseshoe pitching. Waldo was runner-up in the state championship of the Farmers' Horseshoe Division at the state fair. He also loved to read and served on the Hubbard Library Board.

Survivors include one son, Marvin, and wife Marlene of Radcliffe; one daughter, Lois Nassen, and husband Kenneth of Hubbard; eight grandchildren, David Botton, Diane Holt, Dean Botton, Sally Harskamp, Kathy Schwister, Cindy Chidester, Michael Fjelland and Taylor Fjelland; 13 great-grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Mildred; a brother, Erwin Lepper; and a granddaughter, Darla Vander Werf.

Boeke Funeral Homes of Hubbard is in charge of arrangements.

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Updated by Chuck Prickett 1/7/2004

John Pickens
Published January 10, 2004

February 25, 1969 - January 5, 2004

BOONE - John Francis Pickens, 34, of Boone died Monday, Jan. 5, 2004. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 10, at First Baptist Church in Stratford with Rev. Jim Mead officiating. Visitation will continue on Saturday at the church from 9 a.m. to the time of service. Burial will be in the Oakwood Cemetery, north of Stratford with full military honors conducted at graveside by Boone Veterans Council. Memorials may be made to the family to be used at their discretion.

John was born Feb. 25, 1969, in Santa Cruz, Calif., to Alan and Melba (Larson) Pickens. He attended school in Eldorado, Kan., and the Stratford High School. He and his family lived in the Buckeye area for a short while. He attended the First Baptist Church in Stratford. On May 1, 1997, John exchanged vows with Misty D. Wheelock in Ottumwa. He served in the United States Army from 1992 to 1994. He was a Private First Class E3 and worked as an aircraft structural repairer, utility helicopter repairer, flight medic and avionic repairman. John was employed as a welder making combines at Almaco in Nevada. He was also a member of the Hunt & Fish Club, the North American Fish Club and the Boiler Makers Union. He enjoyed his family, fishing, camping, collecting arrowheads and Harley-Davidson Motorcycle statues.

Survivors include his father, Alan Pickens of Thornton, Colo.; his mother, Melba Larson of Cottonwood Falls, Kan.; his wife, Misty; his son, Quentin Lee of Boone and two other children Kayla and Devin; several brothers and sisters, several aunts, one uncle, and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

The Schroeder-Walter Funeral Home of Boone is in charge of the arrangements.

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Merna Dohrmann
Published January 10, 2004

Tuesday, January 6, 2004

LATIMER - Merna Dohrmann, 86, of Latimer died Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2004, at Mercy Medical Center in Mason City. Funeral services were Friday, Jan. 9, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Latimer with Rev. Marvin Lorenz officiating. Burial will be in the Hampton Cemetery in Hampton.

Willim Funeral Chapel of Latimer was in charge of arrangements.

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Belva Neubauer
Published January 10, 2004

November 22, 1921 - January 6, 2004

WILLIAMS - Belva Neubauer, 82, of Williams died Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2004, at Crestview Manor in Webster City. Funeral services will be Saturday, Jan. 10, at 10:30 a.m. at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls with Rev. John Grebner officiating. Burial will be in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation is one hour prior to services at the funeral home.

Belva was born Nov. 22, 1921, in Vincent to James and Ethel (Vandeventer) Dingman. She attended school in Webster City. On Jan. 5, 1940, Belva was united in marriage to Lewis Neubauer. She was a homemaker.

Survivors include one stepson, Delroy Neubauer of Williams; two sisters, Lila Mix of Colorado Springs, Colo., and Mavis Kleckner of Webster City; two brothers, Duane and Gerald Dingman both of Webster City; five grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Lewis; an infant daughter, Reta Kay Wilson; four brothers, Isaac, Vernon, Francis and William Dale Dingman; and three sisters, Wilma Graham, Lillian Logston and Viola Doolittle.

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Donald E. Hoversten
Published January 10, 2004

July 28, 1931 - January 7, 2004

CLEAR LAKE - Donald E. Hoversten, 72, of Clark Lake died suddenly of a heart attack Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2004, at Mercy Medical Center North Iowa in Mason City. Memorial services will be Monday, Jan. 12, at Zion Lutheran Church, 112 N. 4th St., Clear Lake. Inurnment will be at Memorial Park Cemetery in Mason City. Visitation will be Monday at 1 p.m. at the church prior to the memorial service. Memorials may be given to the Don Hoversten Memorial Fund.

Don was born July 28, 1931, to Elmer and Bessie (Weaver) Hoversten in Williams in Hamilton County. He graduated from Alden High School in 1949, and entered the U.S. Air Force Dec. 29, 1949, in Des Moines. Don was an Airman First Class, serving during the Korean War and was discharged July 16, 1952. On Aug. 2, 1952, he was united in marriage to Jacqueline H. Hall at the Little Brown Church in Nashua. They lived most of their married life in Clear Lake. Don was employed by the Clear Lake Bakery for seven years before joining the staff of the Clear Lake Sanitary District in 1973, where he was employed until his retirement in 1993. Don was a collector of wooden trains, enjoyed gardening, watching television game shows and football, especially the Vikings and Hawkeyes, going to the casino and playing games of chance. He liked to dine out with his family and spend time with his grandkids. Don was a member of Zion Lutheran Church, American Legion and Thrivent.

Survivors include his wife, Jackie, of Clear Lake; three children, Susan Swartwood and husband Steve of Mason City, William Hoversten, and Kathy Verhalen and husband Eric all of Clear Lake; five brothers, Wally, Merle, Dave, Butch and Ron Hoversten; five sisters, Evelyn Kinstle, Verna Scott, Betty Richtsmeier, Fran Rout and Delia Rockow; five grandchildren, Joshua Heginger of Mason City, and Justin, Nathan, Nicholas and Jami Verhalen all of Clear Lake; and one great-granddaughter, Kourtney Verhalen-Hare of Mason City.

He was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers, Richard, Robert, Harold and Gene; and two infant sons, Todd and James.

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Neva Kasischke
Published January 10, 2004

April 8, 1915 - January 6, 2004

RADCLIFFE - Neva Bertha Caroline Kasischke, 88, of Radcliffe died Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2004, at Heritage Care Center in Iowa Falls. Funeral services were Friday, Jan. 9, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Alden with Rev. Jay Jaeger officiating. Burial was in the Hubbard Cemetery in Hubbard.

Neva was born April 8, 1915, in Buckeye Township to Charles and Wilhelmina (Kulow) Kasischke. She attended rural schools in Buckeye Township and graduated from Radcliffe High School in 1933. Neva completed the High School Normal Training course and after graduation began teaching in the rural schools of Hardin County. Her teaching career included 24 years in rural schools and 21 years as a member of the Radcliffe Community School faculty. Neva received an Associate of Arts degree from Ellsworth College and her Bachelor of Science degree from Wartburg College. Additional studies were pursued at the University of Northern Iowa (ISTC), Simpson College, Iowa State University and the University of Iowa. Neva was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, the Alden Lutheran Ladies Aid, Retired School Personnel and the Iowa State Education Association. She loved to work with young people and taught Vacation Bible School, Sunday School and had been a member of the church choir.

Survivors include one sister, Bernice Kasischke of Seward, Neb.; her nieces and nephew Reva Merchant and husband Greg of Little Elm, Texas, Royle Duncan and wife Jo of Alden, and Ruth Braymen and husband Brian of Ames; five great-nieces and great-nephews, Ben Braymen, Bethany Duncan, Jay Duncan, Jim Merchant and Jill Merchant; and a brother-in-law, Howard Duncan of Alden.

She was preceded in death by her sister, Vera Duncan and an infant sister, Marie.

Surls Funeral Home in Alden was in charge of arrangements.

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W. James (Jim) Peterson
Published January 10, 2004

June 1, 1923 - January 4, 2004

ALDEN - W. James (Jim) Peterson, 80, of Hampton, formerly of Alden, died Sunday, Jan. 4, 2004, at the Hampton Health Care Center in Hampton. Memorial services were Thursday, Jan. 8, at the United Methodist Church in Popejoy with Rev. Bob Miller officiating.

Jim was born June 1, 1923, in Alden to Oscar and Mae (Donelson) Peterson. He graduated from Iowa Falls High School in 1940. Jim served in the U.S. Navy during WWII from 1943-46. On Dec. 22, 1945, he was united in marriage to Dorothy (Dottie) Nassen. Jim was a farmer in the Alden area. He was a member of the United Methodist Church.

Survivors include his wife, Dottie of Alden; one son, Dennis Peterson of Mount Vernon; one daughter, Kaye Surls of Iowa City; three grandchildren; one great-grandchild; two sisters, Nellie White of Alden and Karen Classon and husband Gary of Hiawatha; and one brother, Merle Peterson and wife Beverly of Alden.

Surls Funeral Home of Alden was in charge of arrangements.

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Bernice E. Parcher
Published January 14, 2004

March 4, 1921 - January 12, 2004

ROCKFORD - Bernice E. Parcher, 82, of Rockford died Monday, Jan. 12, 2004, at the Nora Springs Care Center. Funeral services will be held Thursday, Jan. 15, at 1:30 p.m. at the Hauser Funeral Home in Charles City. Burial will be at the Riverside Cemetery in Rockford. Friends may call at the Hauser Funeral Home Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. and for one hour prior to service time at the funeral home. Memorials may be directed to the Salvation Army or to the Nora Springs Care Center.

Bernice Eleanor was born March 4, 1921, in Ellis Township in Hardin County to Albert and Dora (Tjarks) Silvest. She graduated from Buckeye High School. Bernice married Merle Clock. She later married Donald V. Parcher on Sept. 11, 1970, at the Methodist Church in Albert Lea, Minn. Bernice was an active member of the Methodist Church for 65 years. She enjoyed traveling and going to livestock sales across the country.

Survivors include her husband, Donald V. Parcher; three sons, Merlin Clock, Dennis Clock, and Jerry Clock, all of Alden; nine stepchildren, Pat Verink of Iowa Falls, Lou Ella Barker of Ohio, Jim Clock of Iowa Falls, Richard Clock of Des Moines, Larry Parcher of Rudd, Steven Parcher of Rockford, Bonnie Caspers of Rockwell, Ronald Parcher of Rockford, and Janet Winter of Letts; and two sisters, Eva Ann Raska of Nevada and Dorothy Bates of Iowa Falls. Bernice was preceded in death by her parents; her first husband, Merle, in 1967; one son; four brothers; one sister; two stepsons, and one stepdaughter.

Hauser Funeral Home of Charles City is in charge of arrangements.

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Nettie Jungling
Published January 14, 2004

January 23, 1908 - January 10, 2004

APLINGTON - Nettie Jungling, 95, of Aplington died Saturday, Jan. 10, 2004, at Cedar Valley Hospice Home in Waterloo. Funeral services were Tuesday, Jan. 13, at Bethel Reformed Church, rural Aplington, with Rev. Scott Summers officiating.

Nettie was born Jan. 23, 1908, to Geert (George) and Stientja Staas Haats Eilderts in Wymeer, Germany. The family moved to the United States when she was one year of age. She received her education in a country schoolhouse in rural Aplington, Butler County. On Feb. 15, 1927, Nettie was united in marriage with Folkert Jungling in the Bethel Reformed Church parsonage. They farmed north of Aplington until 1970, when they moved to their present home. Nettie was a lifelong active member of Bethel Reformed Church. Flowers, gardening and traveling were among her favorites.

Survivors include three daughters, Gerdena Mudderman of Parkersburg, Esther Jungling of Waterloo, and Carol Kromminga and husband Arlen of Ackley; a daughter-in-law, Mary Ann Jungling of Aplington; eight grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and four great-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Folkert; one son, Gerald Jungling; a son-in-law, Gratus Mudderman; her parents; one sister, Christina Freese; three brothers, Dick, Harm and Koert Eilderts; two half brothers; four half sisters; three stepbrothers; and two stepsisters.

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

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Thomas A. Reents
Published January 14, 2004

August 19, 1927 - January 9, 2004

HAMPTON - Thomas A. Reents, 76, of Hampton died Friday, Jan. 9, 2004, at Franklin General Hospital in Hampton. Funeral services were Monday, Jan. 12, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Hampton with Rev. Karl Bollhagen officiating. Burial will be in the Hampton Cemetery in Hampton.

Thomas was born Aug. 19, 1927, in Dumont to John and Viola (Wickham) Reents. He attended Dumont High School. Thomas served in the U.S. Army in the Korean Conflict. On Sept. 19, 1953, he was united in marriage to Marie Meier in Germany. Thomas was employed by the Hampton High School as the head custodian. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church and the VFW in Dumont. Thomas enjoyed visiting with friends over coffee.

Survivors include his wife, Marie, of Hampton; one sister, Evelyn Spangenberg of Hampton; and one brother, Harold Reents and wife Doris of Dumont. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Lyle Reents.

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

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Luella Lindaman
Published January 14, 2004

July 15, 1913 - January 9, 2004

WELLSBURG - Luella Lindaman, 90, of Wellsburg died Friday, Jan. 9, 2004, at Parkview Manor Nursing Home in Reinbeck. Funeral services were Tuesday, Jan. 13, at the Wellsburg Reformed Church in Wellsburg with Pastor Todd Rempe officiating. Burial followed at the Wellsburg Reformed Church Cemetery in Wellsburg. Memorials may be directed to the Wellsburg Reformed Church.

Luella was born July 15, 1913, in Wellsburg to Otta and Elizabeth "Lizzie" (Ackerman) Tjaden. She received her education in Wellsburg and graduated from the Wellsburg High School. On Jan. 8, 1934, Luella was united in marriage to Woodrow "Woody" Lindaman in Wellsburg. They made their home in Wellsburg and lived there all their married lives. Luella was a homemaker until she went to work for the U.S. Post Office in Wellsburg, working as a postal clerk for 10 years. In 2000, she moved to Arlington Place in Grundy Center. Luella was a member of the Wellsburg Reformed Church, where she sang in the church choir for many years. Luella enjoyed painting, gardening, sewing and buying clothes.

Survivors include three granddaughters, Carol Wagner and husband Gary of Carlsbad, Calif., Sue Boggioni and husband Larry of Santee, Calif., and Barb Dennstedt and husband Steve of Ramona, Calif.; four great-grandchildren, Amy Boggioni and Molly Boggioni of Santee, Calif., and Michael and Kristina Estes of Ramona, Calif.; and one son-in-law, E. A. Mauri of Menifee, Calif.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Woody; and one daughter, Lila Le Mauri.

Doyen-Abels Funeral Home of Wellsburg was in charge of arrangements.

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Updated by Chuck Prickett 1/15/2004

Bonnie Jordahl
Published January 17, 2004

February 18, 1917 - January 11, 2004

LUVERNE, Minn. - Bonnie Jordahl, 86, Luverne, Minn., died Sunday, Jan. 11, 2004, at Luverne Community Hospital. Funeral services were Wednesday, Jan. 14, at Grace Lutheran Church with Rev. Dell B. Sanderson officiating. Burial was at Maplewood Cemetery in Luverne.

Bonnie was born to Olaf and Bessie (Shelby) Holmied on Feb. 18, 1917, in Kintyre, N.D. The family moved to Luverne and Bonnie graduated from Luverne High School in 1935. She attended Valley City State College in N.D. and then Mankato State Teachers' College in Mankato, Minn. On June 1, 1939, she married Harold Jordahl in Luverne. The couple lived in Texas and California but returned to Luverne where Bonnie taught country school for several years. She also worked as a nurses' aide at Luverne Community Hospital. Bonnie was an active member of Zion Lutheran Church in Luverne, a member of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority, and a lifelong director of Blue Mound Area Theatre. She was a noted area artist and author, known for her rosemaling, embroidering and her book, "Herman's Palace," which was published in 1995.

Survivors include two sons, Jon Jordahl and wife Carol of Alden, and Jerre Jordahl and wife Kathy of Ironton, Minn.; one daughter, Janine Papik and husband Gary of Luverne; 10 grandchildren including Jennifer Bicknese and husband Todd of Iowa Falls, Jody Larson and husband Aaron of Ankeny, Justin Jordahl and wife Tiffany of Alden, Joyce Bagley and husband Mike and Jill Jordahl of Iowa Falls; six great-grandchildren including Ashley and Addalee Bicknese of Iowa Falls, Emily Larson of Ankeny and Justine Jordahl of Alden.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Harold, and one sister, Orla Rober.

Engebretson Funeral Home of Luverne was in charge of arrangements.

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William Steding
Published January 17, 2004

May 28, 1955 - January 12, 2004

MOUNT PLEASANT - William "Bill" Dale Steding, 48, of Mount Pleasant, formerly of Ackley, died Monday, Jan. 12, 2004, at Waterloo. Funeral services were Thursday, Jan. 15, at the United Methodist Church in Ackley with Rev. Patricia Connor officiating. Burial was in the Hazelgreen Cemetery in Ackley.

Bill was born May 28, 1955, in Eldora to Dale H. and June (Simpson) Steding. He was a 1973 graduate of Ackley High School. He was married to Cindy Bergman at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Ackley. The couple later divorced. Bill was a former police officer of Nashua and Ackley, and was currently employed as a truck driver for Hawkeye Woodshavings. He enjoyed Harley-Davidson motorcycles, hunting and fishing.

Survivors include one son, Will Steding and wife Heather of Grundy Center; two granddaughters, Haleigh and Charlotte Steding of Grundy Center; three brothers, Terry and wife Teresa of Eldora, Larry and wife Ruby of Iowa Falls, and Gary and wife Darla of Steamboat Rock; one sister, Sheril Farris of Ackley; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by parents and a sister, Mary Higgins.

Sietsema Funeral Home of Ackley was in charge of arrangements.

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Geraldine Uhlenhopp
Published January 17, 2004

November 11, 1932 - January 11, 2004

APLINGTON - Geraldine Uhlenhopp, 71, of Allison, formerly of Aplington, died Sunday, Jan. 11, 2004, at Waverly Municipal Hospital in Waverly. Funeral services were Wednesday, Jan. 14, at Redman-Schwartz Funeral Chapel in Aplington with Rev. Todd Repe of the Wellsburg Reformed Church officiating. Memorials may be directed to the Allison Health Care Center.

Geraldine was born Nov. 11, 1932, to Harm and Grace (Hartema) Williams near Allison in Butler County. She graduated from Aplington High School in 1950. Geraldine was united in marriage with George R. Uhlenhopp and the couple later divorced. She was a former member of the First Reformed Church in Aplington. Geraldine became a resident of Allison Health Care Center in Allison in August, 1977.

Survivors include four sons: Keith and friend Nancy of Parkersburg, Steve and friend Deb of Aredale, Kenny and wife Paula of Dumont and Gary and wife Jami of Ackley; one daughter, Darla Buseman and husband Rick of Wellsburg; 10 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by one son, Randy Uhlenhopp; her parents, three brothers, Jerry, Herman and Harold Williams and four sisters, Hattie Jurgena, Jennie Baskins, Dena Reints and Ann Springer.

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Darlene Kantak
Published January 17, 2004

October 27, 1932 - January 12, 2004

ACKLEY - Darlene E. Kantak, 71, of Ackley, formerly of Eldora, died Monday, Jan. 12, 2004, at her son's home in Eldora. Funeral services were Thursday, Jan. 15, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Eldora with Pastor David Splett officiating. Burial was at Eastlawn Memory Garden in Eldora.

Darlene was born Oct. 27, 1932, to Howard and Tillie Maisel. She attended the Hubbard school system. On Feb. 5, 1952, she was united in marriage to Everett E. Kantak. The couple made their home in Eldora where Darlene worked as a cook at the Eldora Nursing and Rehab Center for nine years, retiring in 1995. In 2000, they moved to Ackley. Darlene was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church.

Survivors include her son, Ronald of Eldora; a son-in-law, Gary Jackson of Marshalltown; one sister, Betty Ginger and husband Delbert of Britt; three grandchildren, Christine and Keith Jackson and Adam Kantak; and one great-granddaughter, Joycelyn Roberts.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Everett; one daughter, Joyce Jackson; one sister, Jennie Patzner; and her parents.

Creps-Abels Funeral Home of Eldora was in charge of arrangements.

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Joan Potter
Published January 17, 2004

July 15, 1932 - January 14, 2004

IOWA FALLS - Joan Potter, 71, of Iowa Falls died Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2004, at the Good Samaritan Hospital in Phoenix, Ariz. Memorial services will be Thursday, Jan. 22, at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Iowa Falls. Inurnment will be in the Love of Christ Lutheran Church in Mesa, Ariz. There will be no visitation.

Joan was born July 15, 1932, in Clarion to Melvin and Mabel (Joan) Jerde. She graduated from the Clarion High School and attended Iowa State University. On Dec. 13, 1953, she was married to E. Monte Potter in Clarion. Joan worked with her husband at Harris-Potter Insurance from 1967-1993. She was an active member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Iowa Falls, and participated in Bible studies. Joan was a member of the Business of Professional Women (BPW).

Survivors include one son Tod and wife Michele of Mesa, Ariz.; one daughter, Katy Clark, and husband Jere of Phoenix, Ariz.; two granddaughters, Kaitlyn and Ashley Potter of Mesa; a sister-in-law, Jan Jerde of Clarion; and a nephew, Joe Jerde of Clarion.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Monte; and brother Jim Jerde.

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

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Dorothy Tapp
Published January 17, 2004

February 27, 1934 - January 7, 2004

HAMPTON - Dorothy J. Tapp, 69, of Hampton died Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2004, at the North Iowa Mercy Health Center East Campus in Mason City. Funeral services will be Friday, Feb. 6, at 1 p.m. at the Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton with Mark Luckiesh officiating. Inurnment will be in the Hampton Cemetery. There will be no visitation. There will be a luncheon following the memorial service at Bryan and Marlene Tapp's house, 221 1st St. S.E., Hampton.

Dorothy was born Feb. 27, 1934, in Rockford to Susie Mehmen. She graduated from Rockford High School in Rockford. On April 3, 1954, she was married to Leonard Tapp in Austin, Minn. Dorothy was a homemaker. She enjoyed Bingo, her family, playing cards, reading, crossword puzzles and knitting hats for the needy and her family members.

Survivors include three daughters, Brenda Cerwinske and husband Marvin, Vicki Miller and husband Arlyn, all of Hampton, and Susan Birdsall and fiancé Bill Ringham of Mason City; three sons, David and wife Kimberly of Mason City, Bryan and wife Marlene and Walter and wife Ruth, all of Hampton; 14 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her mother and stepfather; her husband, Leonard; one daughter, Belinda; and two grandsons.

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William "Bill" Eighmey
Published January 18, 2004

October 23, 1955 - January 16, 2004

William "Bill" Eighmey, 48, of Iowa Falls, Iowa passed away Friday at the North Iowa Mercy Medical Center, Mason City, due to complication of diabetes. Funeral services for Bill Eighmey will be 1:30 Tuesday, January 20, 2004, at the Bethany Lutheran Church, Iowa Falls. Visitation will be from 2:00 to 8:00 pm Monday at the Linn's Funeral Homes Iowa Falls Chapel, with the family receiving friends between the hours of 6:00 and 8:00 pm. Burial will be at the Northlawn Memory Gardens, Iowa Falls.

William "Bill" Joseph Eighmey was born October 23, 1955, at Waterloo, Iowa, the son of James and Barbara "Mokosak" Eighmey. He graduated from Waterloo East High School. He had been employed with Standard Battery and Waterloo Bowl Inn of Waterloo, until moving to Iowa Falls in 1985 where he was the assistant manager of Pla-Mor Bowl in Iowa Falls until health forced his early retirement. In 1991, he was united in marriage to Twyla Hesson at the Pla-Mor Bowl, Iowa Falls.

Bill is survived by his wife: Twyla Eighmey of Iowa Falls; his mother: Barbara Eighmey of Iowa Falls, a daughter: Jessica Hesson of Iowa Falls, a son Shawn Hesson of Iowa Falls, his maternal grandmother: Bessie Mokosak of Waterloo, Iowa, three sisters: LouAnn Voshell and husband Scott of Denver, Iowa, Kathleen Werkmeister of Iowa Falls, Lori Eighmey of Deming, New Mexico, and in-laws: Darrell and Arleen Montgomery and families of Steamboat Rock, Iowa.

He was preceded in death by his father: Jim Eighmey; an infant sister: Lisa Eighmey; his maternal grandfather: Frank Mokosak; and his paternal grandparents: Ray and Helen Eighmey.

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Updated by Chuck Prickett 1/20/2004

William Eighmey
Published January 21, 2004

October 23, 1955 - January 16, 2004

IOWA FALLS - William "Bill" Joseph Eighmey, 48, of Iowa Falls died Friday, Jan. 16, at the North Iowa Mercy Medical Center in Mason City, due to complications of diabetes. Funeral services were Tuesday, Jan. 20, at Bethany Lutheran Church in Iowa Falls, with burial in the Northlawn Memory Gardens, Iowa Falls.

Bill was born Oct. 23, 1955, at Waterloo to James and Barbara (Mokosak) Eighmey. He graduated from Waterloo East High School. Bill had been employed by Standard Battery and Waterloo Bowl Inn of Waterloo until moving to Iowa Falls in 1985, where he was the assistant manager of Pla-Mor Bowl in Iowa Falls until his health forced early retirement. In 1991, he was united in marriage to Twyla Hesson at the Pla-Mor Bowl in Iowa Falls.

Survivors include his wife, Twyla, of Iowa Falls; his mother, Barbara Eighmey of Iowa Falls; one daughter, Jessica Hesson of Iowa Falls; one son, Shawn Hesson of Iowa Falls; his maternal grandmother, Bessie Mokosak of Waterloo; three sisters, LouAnn Voshell and husband Scott of Denver, (Iowa), Kathleen Werkmeister of Iowa Falls and Lori Eighmey of Deming, N.M.; and in-laws, Darrell and Arleen Montgomery and families of Steamboat Rock.

He was preceded in death by his father, Jim Eighmey; an infant sister, Lisa; his maternal grandfather, Frank Mokosak; and his paternal grandparents, Ray and Helen Eighmey.

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

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Claire N. Stock
Published January 21, 2004

December 20, 1924 - January 16, 2004

DUMONT - Claire N. Stock, 79, of Dumont died at her home Friday, Jan. 16, 2004. Funeral services were in Hampton Monday, Jan. 19, at St. Patrick's Catholic Church with Fr. Jim Miller officiating, with burial in the Dumont Cemetery.

Claire was born Dec. 20, 1924, in San Francisco, Calif., to Francis and Helen (Martin) Kavanaugh. She graduated from St. Peter's Catholic Schools and received her nursing degree from St. Joseph College of Nursing, both schools located in San Francisco. Claire received her master's degree in nursing from the University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls. She served in the U.S. Navy. On June 4, 1947, Claire was united in marriage to Dale Stock at Hampton. She was employed as a registered nurse for 30 years at the Franklin General Hospital in Hampton, retiring in 1986. Claire was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church and the American Legion Auxiliary. She taught Catholicism, was a nursing instructor at NIACC in Mason City, served as a 4-H leader and was on the St. Francis Church Guild in Dumont.

Survivors include her husband, Dale of Dumont; one daughter, Deb Young and husband Glen of Greeley; one son David and wife Jo of Parkersburg; four grandchildren; and three great-granddaughters.

She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Mary.

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

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Leona Daleske
Published January 21, 2004

May 30, 1909 - January 18, 2004

ELDORA - Leona Daleske, 94, of Eldora died Sunday, Jan. 18, 2004, at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be Thursday, Jan. 22, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Eldora with Pastor Bruce Zimmermann officiating. Burial will follow at Eastlawn Memory Garden in Eldora. Visitation will be Wednesday, Jan. 21, from 6-8 p.m. at Creps-Abels Funeral Home in Eldora.

Leona was born May 30, 1909, in rural Eldora to William and Anna (Steinfeldt) Schwebke. She attended country school near Eldora and graduated from Eldora High School as valedictorian of her class. On April 3, 1930, Leona was united in marriage to Fred H. Daleske at Eldora. The couple made their home near Eldora where they farmed and raised their family. Leona was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church where she was involved with Mary's Mission Circle. She had volunteered with the Eldora Hospital Auxiliary, and helped with the senior citizens' fellowship meals. She was a member of the Hardin County 75-Year Club, and a rural neighborhood club called the Kountry Klub. Leona enjoyed scrap booking, recording family genealogy, ceramics, sewing and quilting.

Survivors include her daughter, Arlyn Hake and her husband Elvern "Bud" of Radcliffe; one brother, William F. Schwebke of Radcliffe; four grandchildren, Dion Hake and wife Lana, Corey Hake and wife Janita "Sam", Chad Hake and wife Jill, and Cammy Kolterman and husband Shawn; and nine great-grandchildren.

Preceding her in death was her husband, Fred; her parents; one sister, Margaret Schwebke; and two brothers, Donald Schwebke, and one in infancy.

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Minnie J. Schmidt
Published January 21, 2004

July 11, 1910 - January 16, 2004

WELLSBURG - Minnie J. Schmidt, 93, of Wellsburg died Friday, Jan. 16, 2004, at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Funeral services were Monday, Jan. 19, at the Wellsburg Reformed Church in Wellsburg with Pastor Todd Rempke officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery. A memorial fund has been established in her name.

Minnie was born July 11, 1910, in Grundy County to John and Kate (Harms) Finke. She was raised near Wellsburg where she attended country school. On March 21, 1938, she was united in marriage to George C. Schmidt. The couple farmed southeast of Wellsburg. Minnie moved to Wellsburg in 1971, where she lived for 30 years before moving to the Presbyterian Village in 2002. She was member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church near Wellsburg and later joined the Wellsburg Reformed Church where she taught Sunday school. She enjoyed gardening, baking, playing cards and spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Survivors include two daughters, Carol Tessau and husband Ray of Wellsburg and Janice Koenen of Hampton; two sisters, Edna Meyer of Holland and Carrian Muller of Humboldt; six grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, George; her parents; four sisters; three brothers; and a foster brother.

Doyen-Abels Funeral Home of Wellsburg was in charge of arrangements.

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Meint Feikes
Published January 21, 2004

March 22, 1923 - January 15, 2004

ACKLEY - Meint Feikes, 80, of Ackley died Thursday, Jan. 15, 2004, at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral services were Monday, Jan. 19, at the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls with Rev. Rick Layman officiating. Burial was in Northlawn Memory Gardens in Iowa Falls.

Meint was born March 22, 1923, in Aplington to Luppe and Theda (Wubbena) Feikes. He attended rural Ackley schools. On Feb. 24, 1947, Meint was united in marriage to Anna Koop at Ackley. He farmed and had been employed by Krogh-Oppold as a service technician.

Survivors include one daughter Elaine Brannen and husband Harry of Nevada; five grandsons, Ryan and Scott Meyer of Nevada, Harry Jr. and wife Suzie of Pleasant Hill, and Travis and Kevin Brannen of Des Moines; one granddaughter, Kristina Brannen of Indianola; two great-grandsons, Colton and Kaleb Brannen of Pleasant Hill; three brothers, Henry, Fred and Louie Feikes all of Ackley; one sister, Annie Oelmann of Iowa Falls; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Anna; and two sisters, Martha Oelmann, and one in infancy.

Sietsema Funeral Home of Ackley was in charge of arrangements.

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Marjorie B. Wohlford
Published January 21, 2004

September 3, 1922 - January 18, 2004

HAMPTON - Marjorie B. Wohlford, 81, of Hampton died Sunday, Jan. 18, 2004, at Franklin General Hospital in Hampton. Funeral services will be Wednesday, Jan. 21, at 10:30 a.m. at the United Methodist Church in Geneva. Burial will be in the Lindenwood Cemetery, rural Geneva.

Marjorie was born Sept. 3, 1922, near Owasa to Leo and Elsie (Welsh) Williams. She attended Hickory Grove country school in Jackson Township until the age of 11, at which time the family moved closer to Owasa. Marjorie graduated from Owasa High School in 1940, and Ellsworth Junior College in 1942. She taught fifth and sixth grade at Geneva Consolidated School for two years. On June 4, 1944, Marjorie was united in marriage to Glenn Wohlford. The couple made their home on a farm near Geneva. Marjorie was an active member of the Geneva United Methodist Church. Her life revolved around her family and the farm.

Survivors include one son Donald Wohlford and wife Barbara of Hampton; two grandsons, Terry Wohlford and wife Kris and David Wohlford and wife Jodi, all of Geneva; one brother, Arthur Williams of Geneva; two great-granddaughters, Kennedy and Mallory Wohlford of Geneva; one step grandson, Mark Rodgers and wife Kim of Phoenix, Ariz.; and two step great-grandchildren, Brianna and Jayson Rodgers of Phoenix.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Glenn; and one brother, Richard Williams.

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

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Marjorie Janssen
Published January 21, 2004

August 12, 1917 - January 17, 2004

ELDORA - Marjorie Catherine Moore Janssen, 86, of Eldora died at her home from natural causes on Saturday, Jan. 17, 2004, while under the care of Hospice of North Iowa. Funeral services will be Wednesday, Jan. 21, at 1:30 p.m. at the First Congregational United Church of Christ in Eldora with Pastor Corey Larson officiating. Burial will follow at the Eldora City Cemetery.

Marjorie was born Aug. 12, 1917, in Union to La Mont and Edna (Drake) Moore. She graduated from Eldora High School in 1935. Marjorie then worked as a secretary for Lundy and Butler Law Firm in Eldora. From 1939-1943 she lived in Des Moines and worked at Lundy Law Firm. On July 21, 1943, she was united in marriage to George E. Janssen at the First Congregational United Church of Christ in Eldora. She went to work for the Army Civil Service and was in different parts of the country while her husband was in World War II. After the war, they returned to Eldora. After raising her children, she worked for the Hardin County Auditor's Office and Hardin County Social Services. Marjorie was actively involved in the First Congregational United Church of Christ for 60 years, PEO for over 50 years, and the Girl Scouts and other community organizations for many years. In later years, she collected clothes and made quilts for children in the OSACS Shelter and program in Des Moines. Marjorie always had a great love of art and art history and was a very creative person whether making quilts, knitting, crafts or baking.

Survivors include her three children, Catherine of Portland, Ore., Henry of Kirksville, Mo., Elizabeth of Vancouver, Wash.; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; one sister, Alice Soballe of Medford, Ore.; and one brother, Herbert F. Moore of Huxley.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, George; and one brother, Merwin Moore.

Creps-Abels Funeral Home of Eldora was in charge of arrangements.

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Updated by Chuck Prickett 1/22/2004

Randall Goddard
Published January 24, 2004

November 20, 1956 - January 21, 2004

ALLISON - Randall D. Goddard, 47, of Allison died Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2004, a result of injuries suffered in an automobile accident. Memorial services will be Monday, Jan. 26, at 10:30 a.m. at the New Hope United Methodist Church in Dumont. There will be no visitation and inurnment will be at a later date. Rev. Terra Amundson will officiate the service.

Randall was born Nov. 20, 1956, at Charles City to Ralph and LaVonne (Duckworth) Goddard. He attended school in Charles City and graduated high school in Waverly. Randall owned and operated Country Side Welding in Allison until he went to work for Unverferth Manufacturing in Shell Rock. He was affiliated with the New Hope United Methodist Church in Dumont. Randall was a former member of the Dumont Lions Club and belonged to the Blacksmith and Welding Association of Iowa. He enjoyed renaissance activities, canoeing and playing paint ball with his children.

Survivors include sons Jonathan of Waverly, Eric of Allison, and Chase of Shell Rock; his parents Ralph and LaVonne Goddard of Mosinee, Wis.

He was preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents.

Sietsema Vogel Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Virgil B. Oskvig
Published January 24, 2004

March 24, 1921 - January 19, 2004

WILLIAMS - Virgil Oskvig, 82, of Williams died Monday, Jan. 19, 2004, at Heritage Care Center in Iowa Falls. Funeral services were Thursday, Jan. 22, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Williams, with Rev. Tom Hunt officiating. Burial followed in the Radcliffe Cemetery.

Virgil was born March 24, 1921, to Ordin and Isabelle (Welland) Oskvig on his family farm in Williams. He attended school in Williams and farmed his entire live in the Williams area. Virgil enjoyed painting horses.

He is survived by two brothers, Melvin of Williams and Clarence of Alden; a sister, Ora Hamre, of Iowa Falls; and several nieces and nephews.

Virgil was preceded in death by his parents; three sisters, Beatryce Duden, Bernice Ratzke and Alvina Porter; and two brothers, Elmer and Ernest Oskvig.

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George J. Seehusen
Published January 24, 2004

October 28, 1910 - January 19, 2004

PARKERSBURG - George J. Seehusen, 93, of Parkersburg died Monday, Jan. 19, 2004, at the Ackley Presbyterian Village. Funeral services were held Friday, Jan. 23, at the Christian Reformed Church in Parkersburg with Rev. Frank Pott officiating. Interment was in Oak Hill Cemetery, Parkersburg. Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home, Parkersburg, was in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be directed to the family.

George was born to John and Dena (Gelder) Seehusen on Oct. 28, 1910, in Grundy County, near Buck Grove and Aplington. He received his education from a rural school near his home. He worked on the family farm, (Buck Grove and Fern areas) until he was old enough to travel to Minnesota to become a hired hand and worked for various farmers there for room, board, and a small salary. On Feb. 18, 1937, George was united in marriage with Katie DeVries at the parsonage of the Pleasant Valley Reformed Church, Holland. They made their home and farmed in Grundy and Butler counties. In 1959 they moved from the farm to a home in Parkersburg. George began working at the Waterloo Register Company, where he enjoyed various factory jobs until 1971. Following his retirement, he worked part time for Palmers Grocery Store. For years he and his wife were custodians at the Hope Reformed Church in Parkersburg, where they were charter members. George served on the Consistory and was on church committees at various times throughout its establishment and development. After the death of his first wife, George married Marian Abbas on July 5, 1980, at the Little Brown Church in Nashua. They made their home in Parkersburg and he became a member of the Christian Reformed Church. George enjoyed woodworking, traveling with Marian and gardening.

George is survived by his wife, Marian Seehusen of Ackley Presbyterian Village; one son, Roger and wife Sharon of Parkersburg; four daughters, Darlene and husband Darwin Nicklaus of Parkersburg, Arvilla and husband Gary Irwin of Janesville, Marlys and husband David Fisher of Hubbard, and Cathy and Daryl Myers of Parkersburg; 12 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; one stepson, Ron and wife Marlene Abbas of Maurice; two stepdaughters, Vickie and husband George Streich of Delano, Minn., and Sharon and husband Roger Seehusen of Parkersburg; six step grandchildren; seven step great-grandchildren; one brother, Dick of Grundy Center; and one brother-in-law, Clarence Muller of Reinbeck.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Katie Seehusen; a great-grandson, Daran Cordes; his parents; one brother, John; three sisters, Grace Rewerts, Bertha Henze and Annie Muller.

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Updated by Chuck Prickett 1/29/2004

Russell F. Pierson
Published January 28, 2004

January 14, 1921 - January 22, 2004

ELDORA - Russell F. Pierson, 83, of rural Eldora died at his home on Thursday, Jan. 22, 2004. Funeral services were Tuesday, Jan. 27, at the First Presbyterian Church in Steamboat Rock with Pastor Bruce Baillie officiating. Cremation followed the funeral services and burial of his cremated remains will be Thursday, Jan. 29, at 11 a.m. at the Steamboat Rock Cemetery.

Russell was born Jan. 14, 1921, in Steamboat Rock to John and Rena (Harms) Pierson. He moved with his family to his present residence north of Eldora in 1934, where he farmed his entire working life. He graduated from Eldora High School in 1938. On Feb. 24, 1946, he was united in marriage to Clara E. Mason at the Little Brown Church in Nashua. Russell was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Steamboat Rock and was actively involved with the Steamboat Rock Boat Club. He had a love for the land and enjoyed writing letters corresponding with family and friends and tracing the genealogy and history of his family and community.

Survivors include two sons, Tom Pierson and wife Linda of West Liberty and Jerry Pierson and wife Sandra of Arlington, Texas; one brother, John of Eldora; a sister-in-law, Lucille Pierson of Steamboat Rock; a brother-in-law, Herb Mason of Fort Dodge; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; special friend and companion, LaRita Rose of Steamboat Rock; and many nieces and nephews.

Preceding his in death was his wife, Clara; his parents,; and one brother, Helge.

Creps-Abels Funeral Home of Eldora was in charge of arrangements.

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Jane Newhall
Published January 28, 2004

April 18, 1922 - January 25, 2004

ELDORA - Jane Chaplin Newhall, 81, of Eldora died Sunday, Jan. 25, 2004, at the Colonial Manor, Zearing. Funeral services will be Wednesday, Jan. 28, at 2 p.m. at the Linn's Funeral Homes, Iowa Falls Chapel with burial at Union Cemetery, Iowa Falls.

Jane Evelyn was born April 18, 1922, at Alden the daughter of Hobart and Hilka (Tjarks) Duncan. She attended country school south of Alden. On Nov. 1, 1946, she married Harry Virgil Chaplin Jr. at Webster City. Harry died in 1986. She was united in marriage to Robert Newhall on July 11, 1990, at the Little Brown Church, Nashua. He died in 2000. Jane was employed at Iowa Falls Community Schools for 28 years as a cook for the West Side Grade School, retiring in 1986. She also did wedding cakes from her home for many years. She was a member of Salem Lutheran Church, Radcliffe, and a charter member of the Women of the Moose No. 1108, Iowa Falls.

Survivors include two sons, Virgil Chaplin of Eldora and Michael Chaplin and wife Marsha of Garden City; one stepson, Richard Newhall, and wife Susan of Dunkerton; 16 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and a sister Elenore and husband Herman Morgan of Lawrence, Kan.

She was preceded in death by her parents; both husbands; a son, Mervin; a granddaughter Sheena Chaplin; three brothers James Duncan, Frank Duncan and Hobard Duncan Jr.; and one stepdaughter, Cathlene Smith.

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Murl C. Schumacher
Published January 28, 2004

December 8, 1914 - January 26, 2004

ELDORA - Murl C. Schumacher, 89, of Eldora died Monday, Jan. 26, 2004, at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Following cremation, memorial services will be Thursday, Jan. 29, at 1:30 p.m. at the First Congregational United Church of Christ in Eldora with Pastor Corey Larson officiating. Burial will occur at a later date. There will be no evening visitation. Memorials may be directed to the First Congregational United Church of Christ.

Murl was born Dec. 8, 1914, in Remsen to William C. and Minnie (Grothaus) Schumacher. The family moved to Eldora in 1916, where he attended school and worked in his father's grocery store. On Dec. 1, 1935, Murl was united in marriage to Helen Speers at her father's home in Eldora. Murl entered the U.S. Army, serving his country during WWII in 1943, and was stationed at Fort Knox, Ken., and Worm, Germany. In May 1946, he returned to Eldora and purchased his father's store. The store closed in 1960, at which time Murl became the manager of the Pine Lake Country Club until 1963. He later was employed by the Eldora Hospital as food service manager until his retirement in 1976. Murl was a member of the Rotary Club and the First Congregational United Church of Christ, where he served as a trustee. He enjoyed classical music, weather predictions, short wave radios and cooking.

Survivors include his wife, Helen of Eldora; one daughter, Jane Ann Bachman of Altoona; one granddaughter, Lisa Marie Heffelfinger and husband Jeff of Altoona; and two great-grandchildren, Jeremy and Hollie Heffelfinger.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one great-granddaughter, Lindsay Heffelfinger; one sister, Jean Guynn; and one brother, Joe Schumacher.

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Wanda Arnold
Published January 28, 2004

July 27, 1924 - January 24, 2004

WILLIAMS - Wanda Arnold, 79, of Williams died Saturday, Jan. 24, 2004, at the Israel Family Hospice House in Ames. Private family interment services will be held at a later date at Garden Grove. A memorial service for friends and family will be held in the near future. Memorials may be directed to F. D. Arnold, 3076 220th St., Williams, IA 50271 or to the Israel Family Hospice House, 400 South Dakota, Ames, IA 50014, in her name.

Wanda was born July 27, 1924, at Aurora, Neb., to Magnus and Amelia (Anderson) Nelsen. She completed her formal education in Audubon. On May 30, 1944, she was united in marriage to F. D. Arnold in Las Vegas, Nev. The couple made their home in several Iowa communities and owned businesses in Stanhope and Kamrar. They retired to the Alden community and have resided in Williams for the past two years. Wanda was employed as a desk clerk at the Boondocks Motel. Wanda enjoyed cooking and baking, with kringla and cinnamon rolls being the family favorites. She also liked to read, crochet and go camping. She was a member of the VFW and the American Legion Auxiliary.

Survivors include her husband, F. D. (Dick) Arnold; two daughters, Marsha Roland and husband Jim of Alden and Linda Arnold of Danville, Ind.; one son, Dick Arnold and wife Toni of Foristell, Mo.; seven grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Joan Stout and Coralee Vega, both of San Jacinto, Calif.; one brother, Maynard Nelson of Wichita, Kan.; and a sister-in-law, Daleth Wulf of Exira.

She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, LaVerne Nelson; and two grandchildren.

Arrangements were made with Foster Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Webster City.

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Milton Schwinger
Published January 28, 2004

August 31, 1916 - January 23, 2004

HUBBARD - Milton Schwinger, 87, of Hubbard died Friday, Jan. 23, 2004, at the Israel Family Hospice House in Ames. Funeral services were Monday, Jan. 26, at Salem United Methodist Church in Hubbard with Rev. Ron Ridgway officiating. Military honors were provided by the Walter-Sayer Legion Post No. 182 and the VFW Post No. 3974 of Eldora. Interment was in the Eldora Cemetery in Eldora.

Milton Schwinger was born Aug. 31, 1916, to Henry and Lillian May (Grobe) Schwinger on their farm near Radcliffe. He attended country school at Tipton No. 4, Hubbard. Milton entered the U.S. Army on Jan. 27, 1942, and returned home in October 1945. On Dec. 18, 1945, he was united in marriage to LuElla Ziesman. They made their home on a farm near Hubbard then to a farm near Eldora. He and LuElla operated the Schwinger Mum Garden for several years while farming 160 acres. They moved to Eldora in 1976. In January 1998, they made their home at the Valley View Nursing and Rehab Center in Eldora. Milton later resided at the Stratford Nursing and Rehab Center. He was a member of the Salem United Methodist Church of Hubbard. Milton was a 4-H leader for many years.

Survivors include son Larry and wife Jolene of Stuart; one grandson, John Henry Schwinger of Stuart; one sister, Kathryn Nassen of Des Moines; one brother, Myron and wife Beulah Schwinger of Hubbard; and nieces and nephews.

Milton was preceded in death by his wife, LuElla; his parents; and two brothers, Wallace Schwinger and Carroll Nassen.

Boeke Funeral Home of Hubbard was in charge of arrangements.

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Delys "Dee" Coleman
Published January 28, 2004

February 23, 1926 - January 24, 2004

MUSCATINE - Delys, "Dee," Coleman, 77, of Muscatine, formerly of Iowa Falls, died Saturday, Jan. 24, 2004, at the Riverbend Nursing and Rehab, Muscatine. Memorial services will be Thursday, Jan. 29, at 10 a.m. at Linn's Funeral Homes, Iowa Falls Chapel. Private burial will be at a later date.

Delys "Dee" was born Feb. 23, 1926, at Iowa Falls to Granville E. and Dorothy E. [Musel] Bremer. She attended Iowa Falls Community Schools graduating with the class of 1944. She was united in marriage to John Coleman in 1946. He passed away at age 42 due to complications of diabetes. Dee had been employed as a secretary in Chicago, Ill., and Des Moines and later retired to Iowa Falls to be near her mother. She was a member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church.

Survivors include a son, Michael and wife Alyce of Gurnee, Ill.; one grandson John Brennan and wife Tracy of Mundelein, Ill.; and two great-grandchildren Graham and Hanna Brennan of Mundelein.

She was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Dennis Coleman; and one sister, Lurene Griffiths.

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Russell Bennett
Published January 28, 2004

July 13, 1916 - January 27, 2004

SUN CITY WEST, Ariz. - Russell George Bennett, 87, of Sun City West, Ariz., died of a heart attack Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2004. Memorial services will be Sunday, Feb. 1, at 4 p.m. at the Stardust Bible Church, 14811 West R. H. Johnson Blvd., Sun City West, AZ 85375. In lieu of flowers, gifts may be sent in his name to a special Music Memorial Fund at the Stardust Bible Church.

Russ was born July 13, 1916, in Iowa Falls to Robert and Maude (Stotser) Bennett. He lived much of his life in Twin Falls, Idaho, where he was employed as one of the original salesmen of Gem State Paper and Supply. On Aug. 25, 1940, he married Avis Hutson of Webster City. They were active in the First Baptist Church of Twin Falls, where he directed the church choir for many years. He served the church in many ways including being an active part of the choir. Because music was an important part of his life, Russ was choir director and enjoyed barbershop quartet and chorus singing. He often sang with his two sons in church choirs.

Survivors include his wife, Avis; a son, Rev. Larry Bennett and wife Mischael of Sun City West; a daughter-in-law, Joy Bennett of Phoenix, Ariz.; five grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and numerous nephews and nieces including Betty Kness of Iowa Falls.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Avonelle Watson and husband William, and a son, Rev. Russell Bennett.

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Anna Freese
Published January 28, 2004

February 23, 1911 - January 27, 2004

HAMPTON - Anna Elizabeth Freese, 92, of Hampton, formerly of Dumont, died Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2004, at Franklin General Hospital Nursing Facility in Hampton. Funeral services will be Thursday, Jan. 29, at 10:30 a.m. at the New Hope United Methodist Church in Dumont with Rev. Terra Amundson officiating. The family will receive friends Wednesday, Jan. 28, from 4 - 6 p.m. at the Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Dumont.

Anna was born Feb. 23, 1911, at Witty, Mo., to Daniel A. and Clara M. (Young) Hearn. She graduated from Bristow High School in Bristow. On Dec. 23, 1933, Anna was united in marriage to Carl J. Freese in Allison. She was a homemaker. Anna was a member of New Hope United Methodist Church and the Methodist Ladies Aid. Crocheting, doing word finds, camping and traveling were among her favorite activities, in addition to spending time with her family.

Survivors include three daughters, Louise Buseman and husband Norman of Dumont, Nadine Popinga and husband Allan of Hampton and Carolyn Dodd and husband Dan of Iowa Falls; one sister, Erma McDonald of Hampton; 11 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandsons.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, five brothers; five sisters; one grandson; and one great-grandson.

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Cordula Joosten
Published January 28, 2004

April 23, 1924 - January 23, 2004

IOWA FALLS - Cordula "Cordie" Joosten, 79, of Iowa Falls, formerly of Harvard, Ill., died Friday, Jan. 23, 2004, at the Scenic Manor Nursing Home in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be Saturday, Jan. 31, at 2 p.m. at Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls, with the family receiving friends from 12:30 p.m. until service time. Memorial services will also be Saturday, Jan. 31, at 2 p.m. at Saunders and McFarlin Funeral Home in Harvard. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the family.

Cordie was born April 23, 1924, in Wisconsin Rapids, Wis., to Ernest and Amelia (Lipka) Kroll. She graduated from Lincoln High School in Wisconsin Rapids in 1942. On Sept. 4, 1945, she was united in marriage to Robert Joosten. The couple later divorced. Cordie was employed by Harvard Hospital in Harvard as a certified nursing assistant.

Survivors include three daughters, Sandra Joosten and Jacqueline McNeal, both of Iowa Falls, and Diane Joosten Simek and husband Brian of Marengo, Ill.; three sons, Robert and wife Erin of Harvard, Timothy and wife Debby and Philip all of Marengo; 12 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; one brother, Ernest Kroll of Wisconsin Rapids; and three sisters, Susan Scheiderer of Renton, Wash., Barbara Brundidge of Nekoosa, Wis., and Alice Janz of Wisconsin Rapids.

She was preceded in death by her parents; four sisters, Marion Schraeder, Gretchen Smolarek, Ruth Bathke and Lois Staffon; and a brother, James Kroll.

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David Knuths
Published January 28, 2004

September 18, 1953 - January 22, 2004

CLARION - David Knuths, 50, of Hull, formerly of Clarion, died Thursday, Jan. 22, 2004, at the Hope Haven Northside Court in Hull. Funeral services were Monday, Jan. 26, at the Ewing Dugger Funeral Home in Clarion with Pastor Janet Wearda officiating. Burial was in the Galt Cemetery.

David was born Sept. 18, 1953, in Clarion to Dale and May Bell (Jacobson) Knuths. He was raised and educated in Clarion and graduated from Eagle Grove High School. David lived at home for a while and moved to Woodward where he attended Woodward College. He has lived in Hope Haven, Rock Rapids, Webster City, Fort Dodge, Nora Springs and settling in Hope Haven Northside Court in Hull. David enjoyed coming home for family gatherings, bowling and pizza parties. He was an avid football fan, with his favorite team being the Minnesota Vikings. He was also involved in the Special Olympics, competing in bowling.

Survivors include his brother, Alan, of Pocahontas; two sisters, Alice Retleff and husband Larry of Rowan and Carol Madden and husband Robert of Livingston, Texas; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents; parents; sister-in-law, Sharon Knuths; and two nephews.

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Kermit V. Smith
Published January 28, 2004

May 30,1916 - January 25, 2004

IOWA FALLS - Kermit VanBuren Smith, 87, of Iowa Falls died Sunday, Jan. 25, 2004, at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Private graveside services were held Thursday, Jan. 29, at the Union Cemetery in Iowa Falls, with Rev. Don Preston of the First United Methodist Church officiating. Military honors were provided by Hyman-Peavey American Legion Post No. 188, Iowa Falls. Memorials may be directed to the family.

Kermit was born May 30, 1916, at Goodell to Matthew and Mable (Bachman) Smith. He graduated from the Klemme High School in 1934. Kermit served with the U.S. Army from April 3, 1942, to June 22, 1945. He served in the European Theatre, earning three bronze stars in the Normandy, Northern France, and German campaigns, and two purple hearts during the Northern France campaign. On May 26, 1948, he was united in marriage to Esther Mae Ghoske at the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls. Kermit was very mechanically inclined and had been employed by Johnson Motors, Ralston Purina Mills and Ellsworth Community College, all in Iowa Falls. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church and the Hyman-Peavey American Legion Post No. 188, Iowa Falls.

Survivors include his wife, Esther, of Iowa Falls; a son, Wayne Smith of Iowa Falls; a granddaughter, Sarah Smith of Murphysboro, Ill.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Harley Smith; a brother, Marvin Smith; a sister, Charlott Smith; and one half-sister, Ruth Smith.

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

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Updated by Chuck Prickett 2/2/2004