Steve Allan 'Sneaker' Johnson
Published January 1, 2005, page 5

May 8, 1953 - December 22, 2004

PARKERSBURG — Steve Johnson, 51, of Parkersburg died Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2004, at the home of his brother in Lacey, Wash., of natural causes. Funeral services were held Wednesday, Dec. 29, at the Parkersburg Memorial Veterans Building with the Rev. Nate Frazee of the Hope Community Church in Waverly officiating. Interment was in Pleasant View Cemetery, Aplington.

Steve was born to Wayne D. and Barbara E. (Abbas) Johnson on May 8, 1953, in Cedar Falls. He graduated from Parkersburg High School. He continued his education at the Hawkeye Technical Institute in Waterloo for auto mechanics. ‘Sneaker’ lived his entire life in Parkersburg. He was currently working as a truck driver for Weichers Construction Company. He had driven a school bus for 10 years for Aplington-Parkersburg School, worked in the Tama Casino and at the Beaver Meadows Golf Course in Parkersburg. Sneaker was a volunteer fireman with the Parkersbuig Fire Department for many years. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, golfing, sports and spending time with his great-nephew.

Steve is survived by his mother, Barbara Johnson of Parkersburg; two brothers, Dennis Johnson and wife Kim of Parkersburg, and Wesley Johnson and wife Julie of Lacey, Wash.; a niece, Danielle Johnson of Parkersburg; a nephew, Dennis "DJ" Johnson and wife Staci of Waterloo; and a great-nephew, William Johnson.

He was preceded in death by his father; a sister, Colleen Kay Johnson; a niece, Sara Johnson; a nephew, Christopher Johnson; and a cousin, Dewey Johnson.

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

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Lena Escher
Published January 1, 2005, page 5

January 6, 1902 - December 27, 2004

GRUNDY CENTER — Lena Escher, 102, of Grundy Center, formerly of Parkersburg, died Monday, December 27, 2004, at the Grundy Center Long Term Care Center from natural causes. Funeral services were held Thursday, Dec. 30, at the Bethel Lutheran Church, Parkersburg, with the Rev. Paul Schaedig officiating. Interment was in Oak Hill Cemetery, Parkersburg.

Lena was born to Johan and Henrika (Groeneveld) Trey on Jan. 6, 1902, in rural Butler County, Parkersburg. She received her education from rural schools near her home. On Oct. 5, 1929, Lena was united in marriage with Dick J. Escher at the Salem Lutheran Church parsonage. They made their home and farmed north of Parkersburg. To this union two daughters were born. The couple retired to Parkersburg in 1967. Lena was a member of the Bethel Lutheran Church, where she taught Sunday school, was life long member of Circle No. 1 and participated in the choir. She enjoyed cooking, gardening, crocheting and tatting and loved to play bingo. Lena enjoyed conversing in Low German with her family and friends.

Lena is survived by two daughters, JoAnn Meints and husband Vincel of Wellsburg, and Phyllis Alberts and husband Gaiy of Hudson; eight grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dick; two brothers and their wives, Ben and Stena Trey and John and Gesina Trey; and one sister and her husband, Gertrude and George Allspach.

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

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Ruth M. Brown
Published January 1, 2005, page 5

November 22, 1918 - December 28, 2004

IOWA FALLS — Ruth Brown, 86, of Iowa Falls died Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2004, at Scenic Manor Care Facility in Iowa Falls. Funeral services were Friday, Dec. 31, at the First United Methodist Church with burial in the Union Cemetery, both in Iowa Falls. Memorials may be directed to the Ellsworth Community College Nursing Program or the Drama Department, Iowa Falls, IA 50126.

Ruth was born Nov. 22, 1918, at the family farm near Iowa Falls to G. M. "Max" and Edna (Kratz) Kelsey, the second of six children. She was graduated from Iowa Falls High School in 1937 and from Ellsworth College in 1940. After graduation, Ruth taught for 14 years in rural schools in Butler and Hardin counties. In later years she worked as a dental assistant and receptionist. Ruth was united in marriage to Lawrence "Tub" Shugar in 1943. After his death in 1948, Ruth married Carl J. Brown of Alden on March 2, 1951. Ruth was an active member of the Alden and Iowa Falls Methodist churches. She was a member of the Iowa Falls Culture Club, Sarah Circle and Christian Action Sunday school class.

Ruth is survived by two sisters, Mary Helen Peugh and husband Russell of Sterling, Ill., and Alice Moore of Denver, Colo.; a sister-in-law, Nina Kelsey of St. Charles, Mo.; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her two husbands; two sisters, Jane Boelts and Katie dark; one brother, Robert Kelsey; and a nephew, Lany Boelts.

The Linn's Funeral Homes Iowa Falls Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements.

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George H. Miller
Published January 1, 2005, page 5

August 27, 1909 - December 29, 2004

ACKLEY — George Miller, 95, of Ackley died Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2004, at the Hampton Health Care Center. Funeral services were Friday, Dec. 31, at St. John's United Church of Christ in Ackley with the Rev. Mary Stonebraker officiating. Burial followed in Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Ackley.

George was born Aug. 27, 1909, in the German Township in Grundy County to Heiko and Katherine (Agena) Miller. He attended District No. 9 School. On Feb. 23, 1937, he was united in marriage with Hattie Daniels in St. John's Parsonage. The couple lived in the Eldora and Ackley areas and they were members of St. John's United Church of Christ. George was a hired man for several local farmers and worked at the canning factory. He enjoyed gardening and sharing his harvest with his neighbors, reading and spending time with his family.

Survivors include a son, Gary Miller and wife Sheryl of Huxley; a grandson, a granddaughter, a great-grandson, and a brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Raymond and Nettie Daniels; and 26 nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Hattie; a son, Richard Lee; his twin sister, Anna Miller; two sisters, Anna Ida Miller and Ellen Ulfers; and six brothers, Jacob, Emil, Andrew, Claus, David and Herman Miller.

Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley was in charge of the arrangements.

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Donald W. Fry Sr.
Published January 5, 2005, page B-2

January 18, 1923 - January 1, 2005

NEW PROVIDENCE — Donald W. Fry Sr., 81, of New Providence died Saturday, Jan. 1, 2005, at Mercy Hospital Medical Center in Des Moines. Funeral services will be Wednesday, Jan. 5, at 10:30 a.m. at Honey Creek New Providence Friends Church. Interment will follow in the Chester Cemetery near Union. Memorials may be directed to the family in his name.

Don was born Jan. 18, 1923, in Iowa Center, the son of James A. and Myrtie G. (Smith) Fry. He was united in marriage with Ilene Dunn on Oct. 26, 1944, in Des Moines. Don served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He worked at Lockheed Aircraft in California for several years and Orkin Pest Control before returning to Iowa. Don loved fishing, camping and travel. He was a member of the United Methodist Church in Ontario, Calif.

Survivors include his daughter, Vickie Suarez and husband George of New Providence; his son, Donald W. Fry Jr. and wife Kris of Victorville, Calif.; eight grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and two brothers, Alfred Fry and wife Dorothy of Collins, and William H. Fry and wife Betty of Des Moines.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Ilene; his daughter, Cheryl Fry; and his five sisters.

Biersborn Funeral Home in Union is in charge of the arrangements.

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Richard Shaffar
Published January 5, 2005, page B-2

February 10, 1930 - January 1, 2005

UNION — Richard Shaffar, 74, of Union, died Saturday, Jan. 1, 2005, at Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames. Memorial services were Tuesday, Jan. 4, at Union Community Church. Interment will be private at a later date. Memorials may be directed to the family in his name.

Richard was born Feb. 10, 1930, in Imogene, the son of Ray and Alma Vanderpool Shaffar. Richard was raised and educated in Powers, Ore., before moving back to Iowa. On Aug. 25, 1954, he was united in marriage with Phyllis Hansen in Cedar Falls. Richard served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War from 1947 until 1953. He drove a semi, helped on a farm and drove a sanitation truck. He retired in 1976 due to ill health. Richard loved his family, fishing and hunting.

Survivors include his wife, Phyllis of Union; his three sons, David Shaffar and wife Ardy of Maxwell, Danny Shaffar of Union and Gary Shaffar of State Center; his three daughters, Janice Collins and husband Lee and Judy Clark and husband Ray, all of Union, and Vicki Follis and husband Joe of Maple, Wis.; 12 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and three brothers, Don Shaffar and wife Myrna of State Center, Dale Shaffar of Powers, Ore., and Keith Shaffar of Coquille, Ore.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Biersborn Funeral Home in Union was in charge of the arrangements.

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Joseph H. Conrad
Published January 5, 2005, page B-2

March 30, 1927 - December 30, 2004

ELDORA — Joseph H. Conrad, 77, of Eldora died Thursday, Dec. 30, 2004, at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral services were Monday, Jan. 3, at the Honey Creek New Providence Friends Church with burial in the New Providence Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the Chester Church, the Quakerdale Home of New Providence and the Honey Creek New Providence Friends Church.

Joseph was born March 30, 1927, in Eldora, the son of Reginald and Lennie (Howard) Conrad. He graduated from New Providence High School in 1945. Joe was an Army reservist for many years. He was self-employed as a welder and machinist. For the last 15 years he did heating and air conditioner repair. Joe enjoyed motorcycles, the Legion fish fries and the fire department. He was a member of the American Legion Post No. 182 for more than 59 years, the Iowa Fireman's Association and the Gold Wing Riders Club.

Joe is survived by special friend Helen Barnes of Eldora, several cousins and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Biersborn Funeral Home in Union was in charge of the arrangements.

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Egbert Eckhoff
Published January 5, 2005, page B-2

Monday, January 3, 2005

PARKERSBURG - Egbert Eckhoff, 81, of Parkersburg died Monday, Jan. 3, 2005, from natural causes at the Maple Manor Village in Aplington. Funeral services will be Thursday, Jan. 6, at 1:30 p.m. at the First Reformed Church, Aplington, with burial in the Oak Hill Cemetery in Parkersburg. Visitation will be held from 5 until 8 p.m. on Wednesday at the Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home in Parkersburg.

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Tim Rommel
Published January 5, 2005, page B-2

Monday, January 3, 2005

IOWA FALLS — Tim Rommel, 53, formerly of Iowa Falls, was killed in a car accident Monday, Jan. 3, 2005. He is survived by his wife, Barbara (French) Rommel, and three daughters. Funeral arrangements are pending in Chicago.

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William M. Nowasell
Published January 8, 2005, page 5

July 6, 1924 - January 5, 2005

ELDORA — William M. Nowasell, 80, of Eldora died Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2005, at the Eldora Nursing and Rehab Center from injuries sustained in a fall at his home on Monday. Funeral services will be Monday, Jan. 10, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Eldora with the Rev. David Splett officiating. Burial will follow at Eastlawn Memory Garden in Eldora with military honors provided by Walter-Sayer Post 182 of the American Legion and Roll-Harless Post 3974 of the VFW. Visitation is from 5 until 8 p.m. on Sunday at Creps-Abels Funeral Home in Eldora.

William was born July 6, 1924, in Cleveland, Ohio, son of Isadore and Christine (Wolffe) Nowasell. After moving to Iowa with his family, he graduated from Eldora High School. on July 21, 1942, he entered the U.S. Navy where he served until being honorably discharged Jan. 5, 1946. He then received technical training at Central Radio and Television School. On April 7, 1946, he was united in marriage to Dalela "Dee" Munson in Eldora. To this union were born four children, Laura, Rex, Karia and Paul. William and Dee lived in Marshalltown for 40 years where he worked for KFJB radio and the Marshalltown Post Office. He retired in 1985 and in 1994 returned to Eldora. He was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, Walter-Sayer Post 182 of the American Legion, and a former member of Redeemer Lutheran Church in Marshalltown. William enjoyed dancing and was an avid bicyclist.

Surviving William is a daughter, Karia Stille and husband Brian of Wellsburg; two sons, Rex and wife Julie of Lakewood, Colo., and Paul and wife Linda of Grinnell; sisters, Martha Archer of Eldora, Ida Nielsen of Whitefish, Mont., and Phyllis Laughlin and husband Bill of Boulder, Colo.; brothers, Arthur of Springfield, Mo., Alfred and wife Opal of Tonganoxie, Kan., and Frank and wife, Donni of Indianola; 10 grandchildren; one great-grandson; and good friend and companion, Agnes Pickering of Hubbard.

Preceding him in death were his parents; his wife, Dee; and a daughter, Laura Morrison.

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Timothy T. Rommel
Published January 8, 2005, page 5

January 29, 1952 - January 3, 2005

HANOVER PARK, Ill — Timothy Tjaden Rommel, 52, of Hanover Park, Ill, formerly of Iowa Falls, died from injuries sustained in a traffic accident near his home, Monday, Jan. 3, 2005. Funeral services will be Saturday, Jan. 8, at 11 a.m. at Our Saviour's United Methodist Church in Schaumburg, Ill., with interment at the St. Michael the Archangel Cemetery in Palatine, Ill.

Tim was born Jan. 29, 1952, in Iowa Falls, the son of Millard and Molly (Tjaden) Rommel. He attended school in the area and was a graduate of Iowa Falls High School. He was united in marriage to Barbara French of Ackley and enjoyed visiting his family in Iowa often. Tim was a regional director for the Kmart Corporation and lived in the Hanover Park area for several years. He was a member of the United Methodist Church in Hanover Park, and enjoyed spending time with his wife and three daughters.

He is survived by his wife, Barbara; three daughters, Tara and Melissa and her fiancé' Jeffrey Cowart, all of Hanover Park, and Christa Serpe and her husband Peter of Huntley, Ill. He is also survived by his parents, Millard and Molly Rommel of Iowa Falls, two sisters, Barbara and husband Dennis Ziesman of Iowa Falls, Jill and husband Tom Muehe of Ames and one brother, Jeff and wife Tracey Rommel of Gainesville, Fla. He is also survived by his mother-in-law, Esther French of Ackley, two brothers-in-law and their spouses and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents.

Funeral arrangements were handled by the Countryside Funeral Home of Streamwood, Ill.

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Helen M. (Boughn) Joslin
Published January 8, 2005, page 5

Wednesday, January 5, 2005

ACKLEY — Helen M. (Boughn) Joslin, 87, of Ackley died Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2005, at the Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames. Funeral services will be Saturday, Jan. 8, at 11 a.m. at the Geneva United Methodist Church with burial in the Lindenwood Cemetery, Geneva.

Survivors include two sons, Harlan and wife Barbara of Waukegan, Ill., and Ronald and wife Donna of Dike; three daughters, Pat Weber, Georgia and husband Dennis Hofmeister, all of Ackley, and Beverly Neubauer of Alden; four sisters, Mrs. George Arrison of Casa Grande, Ariz., Bernice Williamson, Donna Schuben and Georgia Queen, all of Torrance, Calif.; 19 grandchildren; and 37 great-grandchildren.

Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley is in charge of the arrangements.

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Ruth Frerichs
Published January 8, 2005, page 5

January 26, 1915 - December 28, 2004

ELDORA — Ruth Frerichs, 89, of Lone Tree, formerly of Eldora, died from natural causes Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2004, at Lone Tree Health Care Center. Memorial services will be Saturday, Jan. 8, at 11 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church in Eldora with the Rev. Douglas Harding officiating. Inurnment will follow at the Eldora City Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the church. Memorials may be directed to the Eldora Methodist Church, the Eldora Library or the Alzheimer's Association.

Ruth was born Jan. 26, 1915, in Glenwood, daughter of Samuael S. and Elizabeth (Robinson) Byerly. Ruth graduated from Eldora High School in 1932. On Nov. 2, 1935, she was united in marriage to Jurn Frerichs in Iowa Falls. Ruth was the Eldora deputy city clerk for many years and a member of the BPW, the American Legion Auxiliary and the United Methodist Church, where she served as a Sunday school teacher. Ruth was active in the local 4-H club and was a Blue Star mom.

Survivors include her son, J. and wife Jan Frerichs and her daughter, Nancy Dole, all of Iowa City; six grandchildren; one great-grandchild; a sister, LaRoka Orr of Toledo; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Jurn; a brother, Joe Byerly; and two sisters, Betty Whitney and Grace at birth.

Creps-Abels Funeral Home in Eldora is in charge of the arrangements.

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Albert G. Feldman
Published January 8, 2005, page 6

October 26, 1929 - December 29, 2004

CHARLES CITY — Albert G. Feldman, 75, of Charles City passed away Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2004, at the VA Medical Center in Des Moines. Grave side services with full military honors were Friday, Jan. 7, at the Fort Snelling National Cemetery, Minneapolis, Minn. Memorials in his name may be directed to the VA Central Iowa Health Care Facility, 1515 W. Pleasant, Knoxville, IA 50138.

Albert was born Oct. 26, 1929, at Chicago, Ill., the son of George and Dora Feldman. He graduated from high school in St. Paul, Minn., and studied natural science during his three years of college. He was employed in forestry with the U.S. government in Montana before entering the U.S. Army during the Korean conflict. He served with C Company 519th Military Police Battalion as a field wireman during his 525 days in Korea. The Korean Service Medal with three bronze Service Stars and the Meritorious Unit Commendation Medal are among those he was awarded. He had been married to Hedy Staness. To this union two children were born: Michael and Aviva. The couple later divorced. After his military service Albert was employed as a laboratory worker for several hospitals in California and Minnesota. He moved to Charles City approximately 10 years ago but spent the last 18 months in the VA Central Iowa Health Care Facility in Knoxville.

Albert is survived by his son, Michael Greenspan of Van Nuys, Calif., and his daughter, Aviva Granowitz of Gardenia, Calif.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

The Linn's Funeral Homes Iowa Falls Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements. A specialty care thank you note to the Guardian Angel Services, Bev Dirksen, Iowa Falls.

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Betty Brasher
Published January 8, 2005, page 6

Friday, January 7, 2005

IOWA FALLS — Betty Brasher, 83, of Iowa Falls died Friday, Jan. 7, 2005, at the NBA Ramsey Home in Des Moines. Funeral services are pending with the Suris Funeral Home in Iowa Falls.

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Leon Deibler
Published January 8, 2005, page 6

Thursday, January 6, 2005

IOWA FALLS — Leon Deibler, 89, of Iowa Falls died Thursday, Jan. 6, 2005, at the Ellsworth Municipal Hospital, Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be Monday at 10:30 a.m. at the First Congregational Church, Iowa Falls with the Rev. Margaret Debner officiating. Burial will be at the Union Cemetery with military honors provided by the Hyman-Peavey American Legion Post No. 188, Iowa Falls. Visitation is from 2 until 7 p.m. Sunday, with the family present to receive friends between the hours of 5 until 7 p.m., at the Linn's Funeral Homes Iowa Falls Chapel, who has been entrusted with the arrangements.

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Robert Off
Published January 8, 2005, page 6

Thursday, January 6, 2005

ACKLEY — Robert Off, 67, of West Covina, Calif., formerly of Iowa Falls, died Thursday, Jan. 6, 2005, at his home. Funeral services are pending at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley.

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Updated by Chuck Prickett 1/16/2005

Diann Carol Foss Renoe
Published January 12, 2005, page B-4

August 11, 1942 - January 8, 2005

HAMPTON — Diann Carol Foss Renoe, 62, of Iowa Falls, formerly of Hampton, died after a lengthy illness Saturday, Jan. 8, 2005, at the Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit in Mason City. Funeral services are Wednesday, Jan. 12, 10:30 a.m. at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Hampton with the Rev. Karl Bohllhagen officiating. Burial will follow in the Hampton Cemetery.

Diann was born Aug. 11, 1942, in Norfolk, Neb., to Harold and Irene (Mollhoff) Foss. She graduated from Norfolk High School in 1960 and from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln in 1965. On Sept. 30, 1967, she was united in marriage with Van Ivor Renoe in Norfolk. The couple lived in Mankato and St. Paul, Minn., before moving to Hampton in 1969. Over the years Diann worked for the Campfire Girls, the St. Paul Association of Retarded Citizens, the family real estate and insurance business, and the Iowa Department of Revenue. She retired from the state in 1999. Diann was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church and enjoyed genealogy, playing bridge and collecting antique glassware.

Survivors include three sons, James William Renoe of Fishers, Ind., Jonathan Ivor Renoe and wife Janet of Lincoln, Neb., and Michael Foss Renoe and wife Brenda of Ankeny; three granddaughters; and two sisters, Cheryl Donahoo and husband William of Mason City, and Patricia Foss of Neiligh, Neb.

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

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

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George R. Dillin
Published January 12, 2005, page B-4

May 8, 1923 - January 6, 2005

MARENGO — George R. Dillin, 81, of Iowa Falls, formerly of Marengo, died Thursday, Jan. 6, 2005, at Mercy-North Iowa Medical Center in Mason City following an extended illness. Funeral services were Monday, Jan. 10, at Kloster Funeral Home in Marengo with Delbert Rankin officiating. Burial followed in the Marengo Cemetery.

George was born May 8, 1923, in Marengo, the son of Cecil and Dolly Stucker Dillin. He graduated from Marengo High School in 1941. On June 17, 1956, he was united in marriage with Kathleen B. McKay in Marengo. George was employed as a rural mail carrier and he worked at Coffins Radio during World War II. He was a maintenance engineer at Iowa Valley schools and then at the Marengo Memorial Hospital. He had made his home with his daughter in Iowa Falls for the last 3½ years. George was an avid woodworker.

Survivors include a son, Winston Hahn and wife LaVonne of Atoka, Term.; two daughters, Linda York and husband Lester of Iowa Falls and Johnette Timm and husband Gary of Guernsey; six grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren; a brother, John Bruce Dillin of Marengo; and two sisters, Odena Hiadky of Guernsey and Cheribel C. Schmidt of Victor.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Kathleen; and a brother, Charles "Bob" Dillin.

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Robert L Off
Published January 12, 2005, page B-4

April 15, 1937 - January 6, 2005

ACKLEY — Robert L. Off, 67, of west Covina, Calif., formerly of Iowa Falls, died Thursday, Jan. 6, 2005, at his home. Funeral services will be Saturday, Jan: 15, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church with the Rev. Jim Miller officiating. Burial will follow in St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery in Ackley. Visitation will be Friday, Jan. 14, from 4 until 8 p.m. at Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley with the family present from 6 until 8 p.m.

Robert was born April 15, 1937, in Ackley, the son of Walter and Jennie (Ploeger) Off. He graduated from Iowa Falls High School in 1955. From 1957 to 1959 he served in the U.S. Army. In 1964 he was united in marriage with Alice O’Hare in West Covina. Robert had been employed by UPS.

Survivors include his wife, Alice of West Covina; a son, Gerald Off of St. Paul, Minn.; a sister, Julie Hess of Dows; and four brothers, Jacob and Hariey Off, both of Iowa Falls, Herman Off of Bradford and Lany Off of St. George, Utah.

He was preceded in death by his parents and an infant sister.

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Mary 'Betty' Brasher
Published January 12, 2005, page B-4

October 17, 1921 - January 7, 2005

IOWA FALLS — Mary "Betty" Brasher, 83, of Iowa Falls died Friday, Jan. 7, 2005, at NBA Ramsey Home in Des Moines. Funeral services will be Saturday, Jan. 15, at 2 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church of Iowa Falls with the Rev. Don Preston officiating. Burial will follow in the Indianola Cemetery.

Betty was born Oct. 17, 1921, in Des Moines to Leland and Bessie (Fisher) McCoy. She graduated from Des Moines North High School in 1939. On Nov. 2, 1945, she was united in marriage with William Brasher in Des Moines. Betty was employed as a secretary for the Iowa Falls School Board. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church, PEO, the Parchment Club and the United Methodist Women.

Survivors include two sons, David Brasher of Des Moines and Tom Brasher of San Diego, Calif.; a daughter, Carol Sinclair of Indianola; and three grandsons.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, William; and one brother, Leland McCoy.

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Marian E. Boots
Published January 12, 2005, page B-4

March 1, 1928 - January 9, 2005

DUMONT — Marian Elaine Boots, 76, of Dumont died of natural causes Sunday, Jan. 9, 2005, at the Dumont Health Care Center. Graveside services will be held at a later date with burial in the Dumont Cemetery. There will be no visitation.

Marian was born March 1, 1928, in Dumont to Ray and Edna (Stafford) Boots. She graduated from the Dumont High School in 1946. Over the years she worked in a mercantile store, served as a doctor's secretary and took a job in the Butler County Treasurer's Office from which she retired in 1990. Marian was a former chairwoman of the Red Cross Chapter, a founding member of the Dumont Historical Society and a Sunday school teacher at the United Brethren Church of Dumont. She was a member of the Mission Club, Rebekah Lodge, and the New Hope United Methodist Church of Dumont. Marian enjoyed spending time with family, writing letters and visiting her many friends.

Survivors include her sister, Carma Hemmen of Dumont; sister-in-law Frances Boots of Waterloo; two nieces, Christie Hemmen of Dumont and Mary Lou Rogers and husband James of Gamer; and one nephew, Fred Hendrickson and wife Sandy of Waverly. She was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters; and one brother.

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

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Kathryn Freese Murra
Published January 12, 2005, page B-4

August 25, 1917 - January 10, 2005

WELLSBURG — Kathryn Luella Freese Murra, 87, of Wellsburg died Monday, Jan. 10, 2005, at the Grundy County Memorial Hospital from complications of diabetes while under the care of Cedar Valley Hospice. Funeral services are Thursday, Jan. 13, at the United Reformed Church in Wellsburg with the Rev. Harold Miller officiating. Burial will follow at Wellsburg Reformed Church Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday, Jan. 12, from 4 until 8 p.m., with the family present to greet friends from 6 until 8 p.m., at Doyen-Abels Funeral Home in Wellsburg. Visitation will also be Thursday morning at the funeral home from 8 until 11 a.m.

Kathryn was born Aug. 25, 1917, on a farm near Aplington, the daughter of Louie and Wemka (Lauterbach) Freese. She grew up and attended school in Wellsburg. On Jan. 19, 1937, she was united in marriage with George Murra at the Second Christian Reformed Church in Wellsburg. To this union two children were born. Kathryn was a long-time member of the Second Christian Reformed Church (now known as the United Reformed Church of Wellsburg). She enjoyed studying local history and her family heritage. Kathryn was an avid quilter and reader.

Survivors include a daughter, Loretta Jones of Wellsburg; two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and many relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, George; infant son Eldon Lee; one son-in-law, Lee Jones; and her brother, Irvine Freese.

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Vail Rash
Published January 12, 2005, page B-4

March 13, 1919 - January 10; 2005

NEW PROVIDENCE — Vail Rash, 85, of New Providence died Monday Jan. 10, 2005, at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Private family funeral services will be held at a later date.

Vail was born March 13, 1919, in Norfolk, Neb., the daughter of Ernest and Maude (Krutzfeldt) Peterson. She was raised and educated in Des Moines. Vail was a professional dancer and model for a number of years. On Jan. 11, 1939, she was united in marriage with Dale “Buck” Rash in Bethany, Mo. After marriage she became a homemaker. Vail enjoyed shopping and professional basketball.

Survivors include a daughter, Dixie Steinfeldt of Eldora; three grandchildren, Shelley Boomgarden and husband Craig, Michael Steinfeldt and wife Jenny, and Rickey Steinfeldt and wife Kelly, all of Eldora; and four great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Dale; her son, Terrance Dale Rash; and her brother, Arco Peterson.

Pursel-Davis Funeral Home in Marshalltown is in charge of the arrangements.

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William Walter Smith
Published January 12, 2005, page B-4

February 16, 1941 - January 10, 2005

HAMPTON — William Walter Smith, 63, of Hampton died Monday, Jan. 10, 2005, at Franklin General Hospital in Hampton of natural causes. A memorial service will be held Friday, Jan. 14, at 11 a.m. at the Sietsema Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton with the Rev. Steve Anderson officiating.

William was born Feb. 16, 1941, in Fertile to Julian “Chick” and Ruth B. (Evenson) Martell. He attended Clear Lake High School and the Law Enforcement Academy in Bozeman, Mont. On Sept. 22, 1959, he was united in marriage with Marilyn K. Mikkelsen in Mason City. William was employed as a detective for sheriff departments in Wolf Point and Circle, Mont. He was affiliated with the Faith Baptist Church in Hampton and enjoyed woodworking, cruising around on his lawn mower and being with family.

Survivors include his wife, Marilyn of Hampton; four sons, Willy E. and wife Patty Smith and Rodger Dean and wife Heather Smith, all of Wolf Point, Robert Charles and wife Kim Smith of Hampton, and David Allan Smith of Colorado; two daughters, Camie Kae Corwin and Leanna Ruth and husband Darren Williams, all of Hampton; 20 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; a sister, Nancy and husband George Martell of Montana; and two brothers, Charles and wife Lila Martell and Robert and wife Serena Martell, all of Montana.

He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters.

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Mildred Weichers
Published January 12, 2005, page B-4

Tuesday, January 11, 2005

WELLSBURG — Mildred Weichers, 78, of Wellsburg died Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2005, from cancer at the Grundy Care Center in Grundy Center while under the care of Cedar Valley Hospice. Funeral services are pending at Doyen-Abels Funeral Home in Wellsburg.

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Updated by Chuck Prickett 1/17/2005

Mildred D. Weichers
Published January 15, 2005, Page 5

January 10, 1927 - January 11, 2005

WELLSBURG—Mildred Darlene Weichers, 78, of Wellsburg died from cancer Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2005, at the Grundy Care Center in Grundy Center while under the care of Cedar Valley Hospice. Funeral services were Friday, Jan. 14, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in rural Wellsburg with the Rev. Rob Nelson officiating. Burial followed in the St. Paul Lutheran Church Cemetery.

Mildred was born Jan. 10, 1927, in Wellsburg, the daughter of Dick and Malena (Molendorp) Weichers. She received her education in a rural country school in Grundy County. She helped her parents with their farming operation, moving with them to Wellsburg after their retirement. Over the years Mildred worked at the Wellsburg Herald, the Eckhoff Cafe and the Spokesman Press, retiring from there after 30 years in 1995. She also helped out part-time at Wayne Blythe's Farm Bureau Insurance office in Wellsburg. Mildred had been a longtime member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church. She enjoyed embroidering.

Survivors include two sisters, Nettie Huisman of Ackley and Edna Kreb of Cedar Falls; three sisters-in-law, Mabel Weichers of Grundy Center, Esther Weichers of Waterloo and Lavine Weichers of Colorado; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; five brothers, John, Conrad, Lester, Dale and Harold Weichers; and four sisters, Anna Rindels, Grace Freese, Rena Huisman and Leona Hopkins.

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

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Alvina Dunn
Published January 15, 2005, Page 5

November 7, 1915 - January 13, 2005

IOWA FALLS—Alvina Helen Dunn, 89, of Iowa Falls, died Thursday, Jan. 13, 2005, at the Scenic Manor Care Facility, Iowa Falls. A Mass of Christian burial will be held Tuesday, Jan. 18, 10:30 a.m. at the St. Mark Catholic Church, Iowa Falls, with the Rev. Father Dubert officiating. Burial will follow at the St. Mark Church Cemetery, Iowa Falls. Visitation will be Monday from 2 until 7 p.m. at the Linn's Funeral Homes Iowa Falls Chapel with the family receiving friends between the hours of 5 and 7 p.m. There will be a 7 p.m. Scripture service and rosary Monday evening also at the funeral home. The Linn's Funeral Homes Iowa Falls Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements. Memorials may be directed to the St. Mark's Catholic Church or to the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill, c/o 12422 M Ave., Iowa Falls, IA 50126.

Alvina was born Nov. 7, 1915, at Aviston, Ill., the daughter of Ben and Katie (Wesselmann) Dall. She attended grade school through the eighth grade and was confirmed in Aviston and received her GED from Iowa Falls High School in 1988. On Nov. 4, 1943, she was united in marriage to William James Dunn at St. Louis, Mo. She was employed by Farmland Foods in Iowa Falls retiring in 1981. Alvina was a member of St. Mark Parish, Iowa Falls, the St. Mark Guild, the American Legion Auxiliary, the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill, and had cooked many Christmas meals for the United Friends Christmas dinner.

Survivors include four sons, William Dunn Jr. and wife Barbara of Independence, Thomas Dunn and wife Jonnie of Colorado Springs, Colo., Kevin Dunn of Alden, Patrick Dunn of Iowa Falls; three daughters, Catherine Dunn of Aurora, Colo., Theresa Phillips and husband John of Williamsburg, Julia Dunn of Iowa Falls; nine grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Den Dall and wife Jan of Butler, Wis., Paul Dall and wife Mary Ann of Belleville, Ill.; and one sister, Jane Firkus of Kenosha, Wis.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Ben and Katie Dall; her husband, William Dunn; four brothers, Alphonse Dall, Lawrence Dall, Gregory Dall, Joseph Dall; and one sister, Dorothy Dall.

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Leon E. Deibler
Published January 15, 2005, Page 5

October 9, 1915 - January 6, 2005

IOWA FALLS—Leon Edward Deibler, 89, of Iowa Falls died Thursday, Jan. 6, 2005, at the Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral services were Monday, Jan. 10, at the First Congregational Church in Iowa Falls with the Rev. Margaret Debner officiating. Burial followed at the Union Cemetery, Iowa Falls, with military honors provided by the Hyman-Peavey American Legion Post No. 188 of Iowa Falls.

Leon was born Oct. 9, 1915, in Iowa Falls, the son of Sidney C. and Rachael (Mosteller) Deibler. He attended Ellis Country School and the Iowa Falls High School. In 1941 he entered the U.S. Army, serving with the 34th Division Company L, 133rd Infantry, where he was wounded on April 8, 1944, in Anzio, Italy. He was awarded several medals including a Purple Heart, the Bronze Star, and a World War II Victory Medal. After spending a year in the hospital in Clinton he was honorably discharged in 1945. On June 10, 1945, Leon was united in marriage to Mary Ina Holbrock in Iowa Falls. The couple farmed one mile south of Iowa Falls, retiring in 1980. Leon was a 57-year member of the First Congregational United Church of Christ; a 58-year member of the Hyman-Peavey American Legion Post No. 188; a 40-year member of the United Commercial Travelers and had served as a part counselor; a life member of the Disabled American Veterans, Webster County Chapter No. 29; and a member of the Ancient and Mystic Order of Bagmen of Bagdad.

Survivors include his wife, Mary Ina of Iowa Falls; his daughter, Sharon Gaston and husband Robb of Steamboat Springs, Colo.; his son, Larry Deibler of Iowa Falls; one grandson; and two great-grandsons.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Mary Henry; and one brother, Sidney J. Deibler.

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

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Cecil Mott
Published January 15, 2005, Page 5

Tuesday, January 11, 2005

MASON CITY—Cecil Mott, 83, of Mason City died Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2005, at Manly Nursing and Rehab in Manly. Funeral services will be Friday, Jan. 21, at 2 p.m. at Major Erickson Funeral Home, 111 N. Pennsylvania Ave. in Mason City.

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Helen Shafer
Published January 15, 2005, Page 5

Wednesday, January 12, 2005

ELDORA—Helen Shafer, 88, of Eldora died from natural causes Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2005, at Valley View Nursing and Rehab Center in Eldora. Services are Monday, Jan. 17, 10:30 a.m., at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Eldora with the Rev. David Splett officiating. Burial will follow at Eastlawn Memory Garden in Eldora. Visitation is from 4 until 6 p.m. on Sunday at Creps-Abels Funeral Home in Eldora.

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Updated by Chuck Prickett 2/5/2005

Avon Ellingson
Published January 22, 2005, page B-6

September 6, 1911-January 21, 2005

IOWA FALLS—Avon E. Ellingson, 93, of Iowa Falls died Friday, Jan. 21, 2005, at Israel Hospice House in Ames. Funeral services will be Monday, Jan. 24, at 10 a.m. at the Iowa Falls First United Methodist Church. Burial will follow in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be at Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls on Sunday from 2 until 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Cedar Ridge Apartments c/o Memorial Fund, 1221 Fremont St., Iowa Falls, IA 50126, and Israel Hospice House, 400 S. Dakota Ave., Ames, IA 50010.

Avon was born Sept. 6, 1911, near Dows in Franklin County to Rade and Arthur Anderson. She graduated from Dows High School in 1928. On June 23, 1932, she was united in marriage with Floyd N. Ellingson. The couple had three children and lived on farms near Popejoy and Alden before moving to Iowa Falls in 1957. In addition to farming, they operated Ellingson Super Service in Popejoy and were partners in the Thorson Chevrolet Agency in Radcliffe. Avon enjoyed music, playing the piano and organ and dancing with her husband. She was a member of the Iowa Falls First United Church and the Iowa Falls Women's Club.

Survivors include daughter Marilyn Ellingson Hodapp of Arvada, Colo.; son William A. Ellingson and wife Mary of Naperville, Ill.; nine grandchildren;12 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Floyd; her daughter, Marlys Munns; three sisters, Arlouine Kappel, Valois Griffin and Genevieve Frisby; two sons-in-law, Gene Brandt and Mel Hodapp; and an infant grandchild.

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Genevieve Buckingham
Published January 22, 2005, page B-6

January 9, 1907-January 17, 2005

IOWA FALLS—Genevieve Buckingham, 98, of Iowa Falls died Monday, Jan. 17, 2005, at Scenic Manor in Iowa Falls. A visitation was held Thursday, Jan. 20, at the Schroeder Memorial Chapel in Boone. Graveside services and burial will be at the Mineral Ridge Cemetery in Ridgeport at a later date.

Genevieve was born Jan. 9, 1907, in Dayton Township in Webster County, the daughter of Anton and Alfa (Kelley) Larson. On Dec. 25, 1926, she was united in marriage with Millard Buckingham in Boone. Genevieve worked as a nurse's aide at the former Tryon Nursing Home in Boone and the Madrid Home, retiring in 1972. She was a member of the Central Christian Church in Boone. She also enjoyed gardening.

Survivors include son M. J. Buckingham of Iowa Falls; three grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Millard; and two sisters, Agnes and Alta.

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Heath Bailey
Published January 22, 2005, page B-6

February 20, 1973-January 15, 2005

HAMPTON—Heath Daniel Bailey, 31, of Owasa died Saturday, Jan. 15, 2005, at his home. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 22, at the Immanuel Memorial UCC Church in Alden, with the Rev. Bob Miller officiating. Burial will follow at the Maynes Grove Cemetery, Bradford. Memorials may be directed to the family c/o his wife: Laura Bailey, P.O. Box 82, Bradford, Iowa, 50041.

Heath was born Feb. 20, 1973, at Hampton, the son of Lowell and Linda (Camell) Bailey. He attended Iowa Falls Community Schools graduating with the class of 1991. On Nov. 4, 2000, he was united in marriage to Laura Lee Grimm at Immanuel Memorial UCC Church in Alden. He was employed as a welder with BAILEY Tunnel Mill Polymer Co., Alden.

Survivors include his wife, Laura Lee Bailey of Iowa Falls; two daughters, Mya and Madison of Iowa Falls; his parents, Lowell and Linda Bailey of Bradford; a brother, Craig of Hampton; and a sister, Tracy Kienzle and husband Shane of Iowa Falls; and two nephews, Logan and Dakota Kienzle.

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

Linn's Funeral Home of Iowa Falls is handling arrangements.

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Clyde Hoing
Published January 22, 2005, page B-6

Thursday, January 20, 2005

ALDEN—Clyde William Hoing, 85, of Alden died Thursday, Jan. 20, 2005, at his home. Memorial services will be Monday, Jan. 24, at 10:30 a.m. at the Linn’s Funeral Home, Iowa Falls Chapel. Memorials may be directed to his family in care of his wife, Ruth Hoing, 17927 135th St., Alden, IA 50006-9038.

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Grace Kannegieter
Published January 22, 2005, page B-6

Friday, January 21, 2205

ACKLEY—Grace Kannegieter, 97, of Ackley, died Friday, Jan. 21, 2005, at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Funeral services are pending with the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley, (641) 648-9554.

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Rhina May Meinberg
Published January 22, 2005, page B-6

January 4, 1903-January 19, 2005

HAMPTON—Rhina May Meinberg, 102, of Hampton died Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2005, at Hampton Care Center of natural causes. Funeral services will be Monday, Jan. 24, at 1:30 p.m. at St. Peter's United Church of Christ in rural Geneva with the Rev. Duane Rhoadarmer officiating. Burial will follow at St. Peter's United Church of Christ Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday from 3 until 5 p.m. at the Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton.

Rhina was born Jan. 4, 1903, in Franklin County, the daughter of Ralph and Margaret (Younker) Janssen. She attended Grant Township Country Schools. On Jan. 10, 1925, she was united in 'marriage with Edward Meinberg at St. Peter's United Church of Christ. The couple had three children and farmed near Geneva. Rhina was a homemaker and worked and stayed with the elderly, retiring in 1981. She was a member of St. Peter's United Church of Christ.

Survivors include daughter Lorene Kempthome of Spicer, Minn.; daughter-in-law Ruth Meinberg-NoeIck of Geneva; four grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Edward; two sons, LaVern and Virgil Meinberg; one brother, Henry Janssen; three sisters. Nancy Janssen, Nina VanEschen and Alice Bleeker; step-mother Martha Janssen; three step-sisters, Pearl Folkers, Ruth Weber and Lula Kramer; and one step-brother, Clifford Prull.

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Updated by Chuck Prickett 1/27/2005

Grace Kannegieter
Published January 26, 2005, page B-6

February 5, 1907-January 21, 2005

ACKLEY—Grace Kannegieter, 97, of Ackley died Friday, Jan. 21, 2005, at Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Funeral services were Monday, Jan. 24, at First Presbyterian Church in Ackley with the Rev. Jenni Walker-Noyes officiating. Burial followed in the Garden of Memories in Waterloo.

Grace was born Feb. 5, 1907, in East Waldt, The Netherlands, to Jurgen and Etta (Nius) Boelman. In 1909 she came to America with her parents and several siblings. She attended rural schools. On Jan. 12, 1927, she was united in marriage to Rick Ooster. The couple farmed for 28 years west of Shell Rock before moving to Cedar Falls. They spent much of their free time fishing together. Rick passed away in 1977. Grace married Harry Kannegieter on Oct. 27, 1979, in Ackley. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church.

Survivors include stepdaughter Arlys Jean Williams and husband Delbert; two step grandsons; four step great-grandchildren; one step great-great-granddaughter; and nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two husbands, Rick and Harry; and all of her brothers and sisters.

Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley was in charge of the arrangements.

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Leonard 'Duke' Nordyke
Published January 26, 2005, page B-6

June 3, 1935-January 22, 2005

ELDORA—Leonard “Duke” Nordyke, 69, of Eldora died from natural causes Saturday, Jan. 22, 2005, at Allen Memorial Hospital in Waterloo. Funeral services were Tuesday, Jan. 25, at Creps-Abels Funeral Home in Eldora with the Rev. Mary Stonebraker officiating. Burial followed at Eastlawn Memory Gardens in Eldora.

Leonard was born June 3, 1935, in McIntire, son of Jesse Elias and Rhoda Marie (Doane) Nordyke, and was raised in Osage. On June 20, 1969, he was united in marriage to Hazel Ann Blandau in Elk Point, S.D. They resided in Eldora their entire married lives except for winters in Alamo, Texas. Duke worked at the Lawn Hill Elevator for 30 years. He was a handyman and woodworker and enjoyed making lawn ornaments for family and friends. Duke liked having morning coffee with friends at the Weathered Wheel in Eldora and making occasional trips to the casino in Tama.

Survivors include his wife, Hazel; daughters Beverly Nordyke of Boone, Regina Albee and husband Lynn of Iowa Falls, Vickie Paul and husband Don of Eldora, and Jill Johnson and husband Ray of Pasadena, Tex.; son Mike Blandau and wife Connie of Eldora; 12 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; sisters Neva Whitmore and special friend Chuck Moore of Osage, Zola Borchardt and husband Reuben of Plymouth, and Darla Burrett of Peoria, Ill.; and sister-in-law Rosemary Nordyke of Des Moines.

He was preceded in death by his parents; son Leonard Scott; brothers Mervin and Donald; an infant brother; and grandsons Derek Sanders and Tanner Ackerson.

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Evelyn Halder
Published January 26, 2005, page B-6

August 28, 1923-January 23, 2005

IOWA FALLS—Evelyn Wagoner Halder, 81, of Iowa Falls passed away Sunday, Jan. 23, 2005, at the Heritage Care Center in Iowa Falls. Funeral services were Wednesday, Jan. 26, 1:30 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Iowa Falls, with burial to follow at the Northlawn Memory Gardens, Iowa Falls.

Evelyn Mae was born Aug. 28, 1923, in Hardin County, the daughter of Glen Arthur and Eva Viola (Whipple) Bailey. She was educated in rural schools near Bradford. On Nov. 23, 1940, she was united in marriage to Russell L. Wagoner. To this union four children were born: Diana Mae, Mary Louise, Sandra Kay and Marlyn Russell. On July 12, 1978, she married Leonard Crandall; on July 20, 1986, she married Ronald Whitney; and on Oct. 21, 1995, she married Jerome Francis Halder. Evelyn was employed as an oversized load escort and owned the Wagoner Escort Service of Iowa Falls. She had also worked as a sales clerk at Quality Royal, Grahams and Wal-Mart, all of Iowa Falls.

Evelyn is survived by her husband, Jerry Halder of Iowa Falls; three daughters, Diana Stewart and husband Bob of Iowa Falls, Mary Jones and husband Wayne of State Center, and Sandra Simpson and husband Harry of Cedar Falls; one son, Marlyn Wagoner and wife Charolette of Lakeside, Ariz.; 17 grandchildren; 49 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and one sister, Patricia Jackson of Iowa Falls.

She was preceded in death by her parents; three husbands, Russell Wagoner, Leonard Crandall and Ronald Whitney; and three brothers, LaVere, Glen Jr. and Larry Bailey.

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

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Scott Alan Feldman
Published January 26, 2005, page B-6

August 31, 1961-January 21, 2005

CLARKSVILLE—Scott Alan Feldman, 43, of Clarksville died Friday, Jan. 21, 2005, at Mercy Medical Center in New Hampton. Funeral services were Monday, Jan. 24, at the First United Church of Christ, Pleasant Valley, rural Clarksville, with the Rev. Charles L. Dorsey officiating. Burial was in Lynwood Cemetery, Clarksville.

Scott was born Aug. 31, 1961, in Charles City, the son of Kenneth and Janice Smith Feldman. He graduated from Plainfield Community School in 1979. After starting college at Iowa State University, he decided to instead pursue his love of farming. Scott was united in marriage with Renee Niehaus on July 24, 1982, in Clarksville. The couple made their home in rural Clarksville where Scott farmed and milked Holsteins. He also worked for Jungling Farms, Eaton’s Corp and went back to Iowa State University. He and Renee ran their own business, R & S Antiques. Scott was a member of Pleasant Valley United Church of Christ. He enjoyed collecting toy tractors, trading antiques, camping, farming, movies, supporting the Cyclones, working with his hands and spending time with his family.

Survivors include his wife, Renee Feldman of Clarksville; three sons, Dustin Feldman of Pella and Alex and Derek Feldman of Clarksville; his mother, Janice Feldman of Nashua; one brother, Tracy Feldman of Little Rock, Ark.; three sisters, Connie Edson and husband Dave of Nashua, Jill Henderson and husband Thomas of Columbia, Md., and Cindy Feldman of Des Moines; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father; his maternal grandparents, Dorothy and Thomas Smith of Nashua; and his paternal grandparents, Marian and Fred Feldman of Greene.

Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home of Clarksville was in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be sent to the Dustin, Alex and Derek Feldman Education Fund, 12421 Vail Ave., Clarksville, IA 50619.

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Ruth Ann Cleary
Published January 26, 2005, page B-6

April 29, 1906-January 19, 2005

PARKERSBURG—Ruth Ann Cleary, 98, of Parkersburg died Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2005, at Maple Manor Care Center in Aplington of natural causes. Funeral services were Saturday, Jan. 22, at the First Congregational Church of Parkersburg with the Rev. Ron Bartlett officiating. Interment was in Oak Hill Cemetery, Parkersburg.

Ruth was born April 29, 1906, the daughter of Lars Peter and Ane Lise (Lizzie) Nelson Christopher in Parkersburg. She graduated from Parkersburg High School in 1924. In 1925, she attended Kahler Nursing School in Rochester, Minn., but returned home to help her mother run her restaurant in Parkersburg. Ruth was united in marriage with Edward William Cleary on June 22, 1931, at the home of her parents. The couple lived their entire married life in Parkersburg. Together with her mother, Ruth owned and operated the Christopher Café and Hotel until 1945. She cared for her mother in her home from 1945 until 1970. Ruth was a member of the First Congregational Church in Parkersburg since 1920. She taught Sunday school and was Sunday school superintendent for many years. She was a member of the Ladies Guild; Missionary Society; Royal Neighbors, in which she held the office of recorder; and Compass Chapter Order of the Eastern Star in Parkersburg, which later affiliated with Cedar Falls Chapter No. 78. Ruth enjoyed gardening, her church work, crocheting, reading, doing crossword puzzles and keeping an accurate record of Oak Hill Cemetery.

Ruth is survived by two sons, Charles Cleary and wife Janice of Parkersburg and John Cleary and wife Karen of Ackley; one daughter, Margaret Schuck and husband Harlan of Parkersburg; five grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Edward; one brother, Morris Peter Christopher; and a half-sister, Eva Bahr.

Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home of Parkersburg was in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be directed to the Parkersburg Fire and Ambulance or to Cedar Valley Hospice.

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Tena G. Weber
Published January 26, 2005, page B-6

December 6, 1907-January 23, 2005

ACKLEY—Christina “Tena” Gertrude Weber, 97, of Ackley died Sunday, Jan. 23, 2005, at Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Funeral services are Wednesday, Jan. 26, 10:30 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church in Ackley with the Rev. Jenni Walker-Noyes officiating. Burial will follow in Oakwood Cemetery in Ackley.

Tena was born Dec. 6, 1907, in rural Wellsburg to George and Hattie (Hayenga) Wubbens. She received her education from various schools in rural Wellsburg. On Sept. 8, 1931, she was united in marriage with Floyd Weber in Elizabeth, Ill. The couple made their home in Ackley where they ran Weber Motor Co. In 1935 the family moved to Iowa Falls where they started a second car dealership. The family moved back to Ackley due to Floyd’s ill health. Tena cared for Floyd for the next five years until his death in 1943. Tena worked at Mershon’s variety store for 36 years and retired in 1983. She joined First Presbyterian Church in 1943 and attended faithfully until ill health prevented her from going.

Survivors include her daughters, Thelma Shugar and husband Wayne and Marge Boheman and husband Don, all of Ackley; six grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; four step great-grandchildren; and a sister, Carrie Boekhoff of Ackley.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Floyd; three brothers, John, Clarence and Fred Wubbens; and a granddaughter, Patty Boheman.

Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley is in charge of the arrangements.

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Geneva Brown Watkins
Published January 26, 2005, page B-6

January 14, 1912-January 22, 2005

IOWA FALLS—Geneva Brown Watkins, 93, of Iowa Falls passed away Saturday, Jan. 22, 2005, at Scenic Manor in Iowa Falls. Funeral services are Thursday, Jan. 27, 10 a.m. at St. Mark Catholic Church, Iowa Falls. Burial will be at the Waukee Cemetery, Waukee. A visitation will be held from 5 until 7 p.m. Wednesday evening at the Linn’s Funeral Homes Iowa Falls Chapel, where there will be a 7:30 p.m. Scripture service. Memorials may be directed to the family c/o 709 Fremont St., Iowa Falls IA 50126.

Emma Geneva was born Jan. 14, 1912, in Van Meter Township of Dallas County, the daughter of Bert O. and Ida Brown. She graduated from the Adel High School with the class of 1930 and then attended Mount St. Clair College in Clinton and the Iowa State Teachers College, receiving her degree in educational instruction. She was united in marriage to Thomas L. Donnelly on Dec. 31, 1938; he later passed away. She was then united in marriage to William Watkins in 1985. Geneva taught school in Van Meter Township, Waukee, Maxwell and Wisconsin. She was a member of St. Mark Parish, Iowa Falls.

Survivors include a son, Gerard Peter Donnelly of Overland Park, Kan.; one sister, Juanita Roff of Bloomington, Minn.; two brothers, Bertrand “Bert” Brown and wife Mary Rose and John Brown and wife Donna, all of Iowa Falls; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her two husbands, Thomas Donnelly and William Watkins; and three sisters, Kathryn Heenan, Eloise Johnson and Mary Angela Brown.

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Clyde Hoing
Published January 26, 2005, page B-6

May 18, 1919-January 20, 2005

ALDEN—Clyde William Hoing, 85, of Alden passed away Thursday, Jan. 20, 2005, at his home. Memorial services were Monday, Jan. 24, at the Linn’s Funeral Home Iowa Falls Chapel. Memorials may be directed to his family c/o his wife, Ruth Hoing, 17927 135th St., Alden IA 50006-9038.

Clyde was born May 18, 1919, in Green Mountain, the son of Edward and Estella Emeline (Hinman) Hoing. He attended Liberty and Green Mountain community schools. He served with the U.S. Army from 1946 to 1947 with the Army in Japan. On May 19, 1954, he was united in marriage to Ruth Ann Ahlberg in Iowa Falls. To this union two sons were born, Robert and Doug. Clyde farmed southwest of Iowa Falls and was also employed by Iowa Prestressed Concrete of Iowa Falls, retiring in 1981.

Clyde is survived by his wife, Ruth Hoing of Alden; his two sons, Robert and Doug Hoing, both of Alden; and two sisters, Ruby Dunham of Marshalltown and Etta Hansen of Boone.

He was preceded in death by his parents; three sisters, Maymie Lynch, Esther Steward and Ruth McCrary; and eight brothers, John, Gleen, Carl, Walter, Leo, Francis, Lawrence and Albert Hoing.

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Helen M. Joslin
Published January 26, 2005, page B-6

April 22, 1917-January 5, 2005

ACKLEY—Helen M. Joslin, 87, of Ackley died Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2005, at the Mary Greeley Hospital in Ames. Funeral services were Wednesday, Jan. 8, at Geneva United Methodist Church with the Rev. Diane Mitchell officiating. Burial followed in the Lindenwood Cemetery in rural Geneva.

Helen was born April 22, 1917, in Randolph, Neb., to Leslie and Kathryn (Meyer) Boughn. She married Victor I. Joslin of Geneva and had five children.

She is survived by sons Harlan Joslin and wife Barbara of Waukegan, Ill., and Ronald Joslin and wife Donna of Dike; daughters Patricia Weber, Georgia Hofmeister and husband Dennis of Ackley, and Beverly Neubauer of Alden; 19 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren; and sisters Bernice Williamson, Donna Schuben of Torrance, Calif., Georgia Queen of Merced, Calif., and Mahala Arrison and husband George of Casa Grande, Ariz.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 44 years, Victor; one brother; two sisters; one niece; one daughter-in-law; and one son-in-law.

Sietsema Funeral Home of Ackley was in charge of the arrangements.

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Arthur Williams
Published January 26, 2005, page B-6

February 22, 1924-January 21, 2005

GENEVA—Arthur Williams, 80, of Geneva died Friday, Jan. 21, 2005, at the Franklin General Hospital in Hampton. Funeral services were Tuesday, Jan. 25, at Geneva United Methodist Church with the Rev. Diane Mitchell officiating. Burial followed in Jackson Township Cemetery in Owasa.

Arthur was born Feb. 22, 1924, in Jackson Township, Hardin County, to Leo and Elsie (Welsh) Williams. He graduated from Owasa High School in 1942. Art farmed with his father until his death in 1967. He then worked on the farm for his cousin, Jim Williams, until Art and his mother moved to Geneva in 1974. Art kept busy mowing lawns and running errands for friends. He was a member of Geneva United Methodist Church where he enjoyed being an usher and helping out in any way that he could.

Survivors include his nephew, Don Wohlford and wife Barb of Hampton; two great-nephews, Terry Wohlford and wife Kris and their daughters, Kennedy and Mallory, and David Wohlford and wife Jodi, all of Geneva; and one step-great-nephew, Mark Rodgers and wife Kim and their children, Brianna and Jayson of Phoenix, Ariz.

He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Marjorie Wohlford and brother Richard Williams.

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

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Douglas G. Void
Published January 26, 2005, page B-7

Monday, January 17, 2005

PLYMOUTH, Minn.—Douglas G. Void, 57, of Plymouth, Minn., formerly of Radclitfe, died Monday, Jan. 17, 2005. Funeral services were Wednesday, Jan. 19, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Long Lake, Minn., with interment at Lewis Cemetery, Maple Plain, Minn. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to either Trinity Lutheran Church or Wayzata American Legion Post No. 118, 949 E. Wayzata Blvd., Wayzata, MN 55391. Rettinger Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

Doug was a 1965 graduate of Radcliffe High School. He was very involved in the Wayzata American Legion Post No. 118 and held many positions within his post and at the district level. He was an employee of Minnegasco/CenterPoint Energy for more than 37 years.

Survivors include his mother, Florence (Void) and husband Rich Hmderker of Story City; his wife, Claudia; a son, Andy and wife Jennifer; a grandson, Tyier; and a brother, Stuart and wife Mary of Mason City.

Douglas was preceded in death by his father, Grant.

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Updated by Chuck Prickett 1/27/2005

Ardis Ash
Published January 29, 2005, page 7

November 19, 1920 - January 26, 2005

CEDAR RAPIDS—Ardis L. Ash, 84, of Cedar Rapids died in her home Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2005, following an extended illness. Funeral services are 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 29, in Cedar Memorial Chapel of Memories with the Rev. Clinton Jeffers and Rick Pruisman officiating. Inurnment will follow in the Alden Cemetery. Friends may call at the chapel after 10:30 a.m. Saturday.

Ardy was born Nov. 19, 1920, in Dows to Richard and Henrietta (Carr) Bessman. She graduated from Dows High School in 1938 and went on to graduate from Cedar Falls Teachers College. While teaching in the Dows area Ardy was married to Merle Bennett She later married George Streeter and moved to Cedar Rapids in 1956. She later married Millard Ash. Ardy retired from Great Plains Gas Co. in 1986 after more than 25 years. She enjoyed cheering for the Great Plains bowling teams and was involved with many functions at the Covington Church. Ardy lived with her daughter, Vikki Blomme, and their many beloved pets.

Survivors include daughter Vikki Blomme of Cedar Rapids; her son, Richard Bennett and wife Lorrie of Elkhart, Ind.; a step-daughter, Barbara “Tobi” Warren of Cedar Rapids; four grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

Preceding her in death were her parents; her husbands, Merle Bennett, George Streeter and Millard Ash; and a son, Ronald Bennett.

Cedar Memorial Funeral Home in Cedar Rapids is in charge of the arrangements.

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Elizabeth K. Mathews
Published January 29, 2005, page 7

September 22, 1953 - January 26, 2005

HAMPTON—Elizabeth K. "Liz" Mathews, 51, of Hampton died from natural causes Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2005, at Franklin General Hospital in Hampton. Funeral services are Saturday, Jan. 29, at 11 a.m. at Hampton United Methodist Church with the Rev. Robert Connor and the Rev. John W. Jimenez officiating. Burial will take place at a later date.

Liz was born Sept. 22, 1953, in Mason City, the daughter of S.V. and Helen (Godfrey) Jimenez. She attended Mason City High School and Ellsworth Community College in Iowa Falls, and received her master's degree from the University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls. On June 13, 1973, she was united in marriage with Kirk Mathews in Webster City. Liz was a professor at Ellsworth Community College and a member of Hampton United Methodist Church. She enjoyed teaching, spending time with her family, cooking, gardening, fishing, shopping, reading, and canning food.

Survivors include her husband, Kirk Mathews of Hampton; two sons, John Mathews and wife Michelle of Casper, Wyo., and Paul Mathews of Denver, Colo.; a daughter, Erin Olson and husband Jerod of Greenville; her mother, Helen Melsh of Mason City and two brothers, two sisters, two sister-in-laws and their families.

She was preceded in death by her father; her father-in-law, Don Mathews; her mother-in-law, Rosemary Snider; a brother, David Brian Jimenez; and two nephews.

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

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Wilma Tjepkes
Published January 29, 2005, page 7

April 19, 1914 - January 26, 2005

ACKLEY—Wilma Tjepkes, 90, of Ackley died on Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2005, at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 29, at the St. John's United Church of Christ in Ackley with burial in the Oakwood Cemetery, Ackley.

Wilma was born on April 19, 1914, in Ackley, the daughter of August and Rosa (Schultz) Carstens. She graduated from the Ackley High School in 1932 and was united in marriage to John Tjepkes on April 16, 1941, in Holland. She was a home-maker and a lifelong member of the St. John's United Church of Christ in Ackley.

She is survived by her daughter, Jean Meyer and husband Merlin of Ackley; a granddaughter, Ginger Clawson and husband Jeff of Ackley; two grandsons, Lance Meyer and wife Deanne of Ackley, and Mitchell Meyer and wife Holly of Iowa Falls; and eight great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death, by her parents and her husband, John, in January of 1994.

Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley is handling arrangements.

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Mabel 'Cheryle' Allison
Published January 29, 2005, page 7

Wednesday, January, 26, 2005

HAMPTON—Mabel "Cheryle" Allison, 79, of Hampton died Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2005, at St. Mary's Hospital in Rochester, Minn. Funeral service will be Tuesday, Feb. 1, at 10:30 a.m. at the Hampton United Methodist Church with burial in the Hampton Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday from 4 until 7 p.m. at the Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton.

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Dean Clampitt
Published January 29, 2005, page 7

Thursday, January 27, 2005

NEW PROVIDENCE—Dean Clampitt, 85, of New Providence died Thursday, Jan. 27, 2005, at Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames.

Funeral services will be Monday, Jan. 31, at 10:30 a.m. at Honey Creek New Providence Friends Church in New Providence. Burial will be in the Honey Creek Cemetery, New Providence.

Friends may call at Honey Creek New Providence Friends Church in New Providence Sunday, Jan. 30, from 2 until 4 p.m. The family will be present from 2 until 4 p.m.

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Thomas Gimer
Published January 29, 2005, page 7

Wednesday, January 26, 2005

RENWICK— Thomas Woodrow Gimer, 86, of Renwick died Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2005, at the Marshalltown Medical and Surgical Center in Marshalltown. Funeral services are Saturday, Jan. 29, at 2 p.m. at the United Methodist Church in Renwick with David Anderson officiating. Interment is in the Vernon Township Cemetery, rural Hardy.

The Gany-Roberts-Murphy-Schaaf Funeral Home of Renwick is handling arrangements.

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Updated by Chuck Prickett 2/4/2005