Kenneth Norem
January 12, 1941-May 2, 2006

May 6, 2006, page 9

OGDEN—Kenneth Norem, 65, of Ogden, died on Tuesday, May 2, 2006, at the Israel Family Hospice House in Ames.

His body has been cremated and memorial services will be held on Saturday, May 6, at 10:30 a.m., at the Schroeder Memorial Chapel at Sixth and Marshall in Boone, with Chaplain Henrietta Kiarenbeek officiating. Friends may call on Saturday at the Schroeder Memorial Chapel in Boone, from 9:00 a.m. until the service time. Memorials may be given to the Israel Family Hospice House in Ames.

Kenneth was born on January 12, 1941 in Alden, the son of Clarence and Edith (Johnson) Norem. He grew up in Alden and also lived in Perry and Yellville, Arkansas. In earlier years, he worked in construction. Later, he was an over-the-road truck driver. From 1985 to 1990, he worked for Rebel Express in Dawson and then, from 1990 to 1994 he worked for Alter Trucking in Bettendorf.

He enjoyed outdoor activities including bass fishing, deer hunting and camping. He also enjoyed dancing and country western music.

He is survived by his wife, Kena of Ogden; three sons, Ward Norem of Phoenix, Shane Yeggy of Pine Bluff, Arkansas and Travis Yeggy and wife, Denise of Lakewood, Colorado; two daughters, Renae Allen of Ogden and Dawn Smith and husband, Mike of Monroe; two brothers, Don Norem and wife, Tootie of Irving, Texas and Carrol Norem and wife, Ruth of Iowa Falls; a sister-in-law, Vera Norem of Iowa Falls; and. seven grandchildren, Courtney and Kaylay Smith, Erin Good, Michael Lee Archer, Scottie “Scooter” Blum and Brianna and Gabby Yeggy.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, Edwin.
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George C. Norris
March 22, 1921-May 2, 2006

May 6, 2006, page 9

IOWA FALLS—George C. Norris, 85, of Iowa Falls, died on Tuesday, May 2, 2006, at the Scenic Manor Care Center, Iowa Falls.

His body was donated to the Des Moines University. A memorial service will be held on Friday, July 7, at 1:30 p.m., at the First Christian Church, Iowa Falls. The Suns Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

George Charles Norris, was born on March 22, 1921 in Haleyville, Oklahoma, to Charles and Ruth Norris. He was raised and educated in the area. He was united in marriage to Gladys Tjarks in Clear Lake on August 8, 1975.

He was a member of the First Christian Church, the Hyman-Peavey Post No. 188 of the American Legion of Iowa Falls and the Elks and Moose Lodges of Iowa Falls. He enjoyed golf, playing poker, travel with Gladys in his motor home and especially dancing.

Survivors include his wife, Gladys of Iowa Falls; two daughters, Judy Norris of Davenport and Karen Brocksmith of Des Moines; one son, Mike (Dawn) Norris of Oshkosh, Wisconsin; two step-daughters, Mary Ann (George) Dougan of Iowa Falls and Connie Blair of Durant; and 13 grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and one step-daughter, Diana Bozarth.
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Marshall David Hanson
Tuesday, May 2, 2006

May 6, 2006, page 9

DUMONT—Marshall David Hanson, 48, of Dumont, died on Tuesday, May 2, 2006, at his home.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Saturday, May 6, at the Wesley United Methodist Church, Mason City, with the Rev. Bill Poland officiating. Interment will be at 12:30 p.m., on Saturday, in the St. Ansgar City Cemetery.

For the past 17 years he has been in production with Plastic Recycling of Iowa Falls.
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Henry Jensen
July 27, 1911-May 3, 2006

May 6, 2006, page 9

HUBBARD—Henry Jensen, 94, of Hubbard, died on Wednesday, May 3, 2006, at the Hubbard Care Center in Hubbard.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Saturday, May 6, at the Zion United Church of Christ in Hubbard, with the Rev. John Attaway officiating. Burial will in the Hubbard Cemetery. The Boeke Funeral Home in Hubbard is in charge of the arrangements.

Henry “Hank’ Emil Jensen, was born the son of Jens M. Jensen and Marie (Nielsen) Jensen on July 27, 1911, on a farm east of Harlan. He was baptized at the Lutheran Church at Jacksonville and later joined the Methodist Church at Casey. Hank graduated from the Casey High School in 1930. He came to Hubbard in 1938 and in 1943 he was united in marriage to Dorothy Terveer in the Congregational Church at Alden. They resided on a farm southwest of Hubbard until 1988 when they moved into Hubbard.

Hank had transferred his membership to the Zion United Church of Christ in 1944, where he was an active member and served on various church boards.

Those thankful for having shared his life include his two sons, Dallas and his wife, Pamela of Beatrice, Nebraska and David and his wife, Marilyn of Farnhamville; six grandchildren, Dee Ann Boger and her husband, Jeffrey of Battle Creek, Eric and his wife, Darci of Bellevue, Nebraska and Christopher of Waterloo, John Honeyman and his fiancée, Melissa Inman of Somers, Leah Rosado and her husband, Luis of Somers and Rachel Honeyman of Ames; two great-granddaughters, Jensen Boger and Ella Jensen; five great-grandsons, Austin and Cole Boger, Connor Jensen, Christian Rosado and Theoden Honeyman; along with other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Dorothy in April 2003; two sisters, Laura Ogden and Mildred Feelcin; four brothers, Hans, Albert, Carl and Leonard; and a daughter-in-law, Barbara Jensen.
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Lloyd John Lindaman
April 18, 1924-May 3, 2006

May 6, 2006, page 9

IOWA FALLS—Lloyd John Lindaman, 82, of Iowa Falls, died on Wednesday, May 3, 2006, at the Heritage Care Center in Iowa Falls.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Monday, May 8, at the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls, with burial in the Union Cemetery, Iowa Falls. Visitation will be from 2-5:00 p.m., on Sunday, at the Suns Funeral Home in Iowa Falls, with a 5:00 p.m. Elk’s Service. Memorials may be directed to the Hospice of North Iowa or the Union Cemetery.

Lloyd John Lindaman, was born on April 18, 1924 on the family farm near Wellsburg, in Grundy County, to John and Mae (Finger) Lindaman. He attended country schools near Wellsburg and served his country in the U.S. Army. On December 12, 1945, he was united in marriage to Myrle Oelmann at the East Friesland Presbyterian Church in Ackley. He was the founder of the Lindaman-Mott Monument Company in 1954 and retired in 1986.

Lloyd was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Iowa Falls Elks Club BPOE Lodge No. 1674, Hyman-Peavey American Legion Post No. 188 of Iowa Fails, Highland Golf Club, E-Club of Ellsworth College and the North Central Iowa I-Club. He enjoyed vacationing with his family in Okoboji, fishing, golfing and was an avid Hawkeye fan.

Survivors include his wife, Myrle of Iowa Falls; three daughters, Donna Roberts McManus and husband, Michael of Memphis, Tennessee, Karen Gahan and husband, Bill of Clive and Sue Ekindge and husband, Gary of Iowa Falls; a son, Jeff Lindaman and wife, Kim of Bettendorf; six grandchildren, Jill (Marty) Moore of St. Louis, Missouri, Stacy (Dan) Mills of Phoenix, Arizona, Maggie (Jon) Malm of Baltimore Maryland and Emily, John and Kate Lindaman, all of Bettendorf; five great-grandchildren, Ben, Jack and Sam Mills, Dylan and Tatam Moore; one brother, Delbert Lindaman of Wellsburg; and one sister, Darlene (Glen) Arends of Parkersburg.

He was preceded in death by his parents; son-in-law, Gar Roberts; and sister-in-law, Florence Lindaman.
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Otis Allen
December 20, 1926-May 4, 2006

May 6, 2006, page 9

IOWA FALLS—Otis Allen, 79, of Iowa Falls, died on Thursday, May 4, 2006, at the Heritage Care Center, Iowa Falls.

Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m., on Wednesday, May 10, at the Linn’s Funeral Chapel, Iowa Falls, with the Rev. Randy Crane officiating. Visitation will be from 5-7:00 p.m., on Tuesday, at the Linn’s Funeral Homes Iowa Falls Chapel.

Otis Junior Allen, was born on December 20, 1926 at Rowan, the son of Otis Alvin and Caroline Orilla (Guard) Allen. He attended the Rowan Community Schools and received his GED while serving with the U.S. Air Force. Otis served with the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II and then continued with the U.S. Air Force after its formation, retiring in 1966. After his military retirement he worked as a medical specialist with the South Louisiana Medical Center, retiring in 1989. He moved to Iowa Falls in 1991. On November 10, 1993, he was united in marriage to Anna Louise Thompson in Iowa Falls.

Otis Allen is survived by his children, Otis James Allen of Houma, Louisiana, Linda Louise Allen of Iowa Falls and Teresa Kay Kroeze and husband, Bob of Stanhope, Washington; eight grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mary Banner of Winder, Georgia and Alice Van Derwerf of Des Moines; and one brother, Ray Allen and wife, Connie of Iowa Falls.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Otis and Caroline Allen; three sisters, Neva Banner, Florence De Vore and Dorothy Allen; and three brothers, two as infants and Eugene Allen.
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Arnold R. Milliken
October 8, 1916-May 4, 2006

May 6, 2006, page 9

IOWA FALLS—Arnold R. Milliken, 89, of Iowa Falls, formerly of Ackley, died on Thursday, May 4, 2006, at the Heritage Care Center, Iowa Falls.

Memorial services will be held at 3:30 p.m., on Monday, May 8, at the Heritage Care Center Chapel, Iowa Falls, with the Rev. Scott Clifford officiating. Inurnment will be in the Oak Wood Cemetery, Ackley. The Linn’s Funeral Homes, Iowa Falls Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements. Memorials may be directed to the Heritage Care Center, Iowa Falls, Iowa or to the Ellsworth Hospital Foundation, Iowa Falls, Iowa.

Arnold Raymond Milliken, was born on October 8, 1916, on the family farm 3½ miles west of Ackley, the son of Flavel Ellsworth and Margaret Amelia (Van Eschen) Milliken. He attended the Etna Township No. 3 School and the Ackley Community Schools, graduating with the class of 1932. On January 27, 1945, he was united in marriage to Mary Agnes “Pat” Padavic at the Cottage Grove Presbyterian Church, Des Moines. He farmed the “home” place and drove a semi for Herman Brother’s for 12 years. He was also a pilot for Al Sielaff.

He attended the Faith Presbyterian Church, Ackley and was a former member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks and the Loyal Order of Moose Lodges, Iowa Falls.

He is survived by his wife, Mary “Pat” Milliken of Iowa Falls.
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Darlene Mae Jones
Thursday, May 4, 2006

May 6, 2006, page 9

HAMPTON—Darlene Mae Jones, 77, of Hampton, died of natural causes on Thursday, May 4, 2006, at the Franklin General Hospital Nursing Facility in Hampton.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Saturday, May 6, at the Hillside Cemetery in Sheffield, with the Rev. Jerry Miller officiating. The Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton is in charge of the arrangements.
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Louise A. Dirksen
Friday, May 5, 2006

May 6, 2006, page 9

HAMPTON—Louise A. Dirksen, 88, of Hampton, died of natural causes on Friday, May 5, 2006, at the Franklin General Hospital Nursing Facility in Hampton.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Monday, May 8, at the Zion Reformed Church, rural Sheffield, with the Rev. Arthur J. Zewert officiating. Burial will be in the Zion Reformed Church Cemetery. Visitation is on Sunday, from 5-7:00 p.m., at the Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton.
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Robert "Bob" Hayner
March 30, 1928-May 5, 2006

May 10, 2006, page B-6

DUMONT—Robert “Bob” Hayner, 78, of Dumont, died of natural causes on Friday, May 5, 2006, at the North Iowa Mercy Health Center East Campus, Mason City.

Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m., on Wednesday, May 10, at the New Hope United Methodist Church in Dumont, with the Rev. Terra Amundson officiating. Burial will be in the Dumont Cemetery. The Sietsema Vogel Funeral Home of Dumont is in charge of the arrangements.
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Rum L. Godbey
August 6, 1922-May 8, 2006

May 10, 2006, page B-6

IOWA FALLS—Ruth L. Godbey, 83, of Iowa Falls, died on Monday, May 8, 2006, at the Heritage Care Center, Iowa Falls, after a six-year battle with cancer.

Ruth was cremated and a private memorial service will be held at a later date. The Suns Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Ruth Lavonne Tjarks, was born on August 6, 1922 in Franklin County, to Arend and Maude (McCormick) Tjarks. She attended country school and graduated from the Iowa Falls High School in 1940, then attended both Ellsworth Community College and Drake University. After graduating from Ellsworth, she taught primary grades in Blairsburg, Webster City and Des Moines. While teaching in Des Moines she attended classes at Drake University. Ruth was united in marriage to M. E. Godbey, M.D. at the First Presbyterian Church in Des Moines on February 4, 1951.

Her main hobby was gardening and raising flowers, which she used in designing note cards. Her main joy in life was her family and her home.

She is survived by her husband, Dr. Maunis "Ed" Godbey; two sons, Richard of Iowa City and Robert and wife, Janet and their two daughters, Christine and Michelle, of Bloomington, Illinois; two sisters, Doris (John) Bahr of Iowa Falls and Grace (Walter) Dubberke of Hubbard; and two brothers, Arend C. (Frankie) Tjarks of Iowa Falls and Russell (Martha) Tjarks of Elmonte, California; and by numerous nieces and nephews.

Memorials may be sent to the North Iowa Hospice, Hampton or to the American Cancer Society.
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Edith Nerland
December 10, 1916-May 8, 2006

May 13, 2006, page 8

WILLIAMS—Edith Nerland, 89, of Williams, died on Monday, May 8, 2006, at the Mercy Medical Center in Mason City.

Funeral services were held on Friday, May 12, at the United Methodist Church in Williams, with burial in the Williams Cemetery. The Surls Funeral Chapel in Williams was in charge of the arrangements.

Edith Gertrude Dagit, was born on December 10, 1916 in Churdan, to Raymond and Alma (Arnold) Dagit. She was raised in the area and graduated from the Churdan High School in 1934. She was united in marriage to Harold Nerland on February 12, 1943 in Webster City.

Edith was a very active member of the United Methodist Church in Williams. She was involved with the Harmony Club, Women’s Club and the Williams American Legion Auxiliary.

Survivors include a son, Donald Nerland and wife, Edie of Louisville, Kentucky and their daughter, Natalie Nerland of Louisville; a son, Roger Nerland and wife, Deb of Williams and their family, Ed (Dedra) and daughters, Haley and Cassidy of Williams, Scott (Jill) and daughter, Kyleigh of Osage and Nikki (Eric) Knoblock of Gahanna, Ohio; six sisters, Leona (Don) Norton of Seattle, Washington, Avis Schorer of Bloomington, Minnesota, Alice Keane of Williams, Phyllis Olson of Ellsworth, Elsie Miller of Chicago, Illinois and Mary Lapp of Atlanta, Georgia; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and four brothers, Bill, Arnold, Dorian and Lowell.
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Robert K. Pingel
August 23, 1929-May 8, 2006

May 10, 2006, page B-6

HAMPTON—Robert K. Pingel, 76, of Hampton, died of natural causes on Monday, May 8, 2006, at the Franklin General Hospital in Hampton.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Thursday, May 11, at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Hampton, with the Rev. Karl Bollhagen and Vicar Steven Frank officiating. Burial will be in the Alden Cemetery in Alden. Visitation is from 5-7:00 p.m., on Wednesday, at the Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton.
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Thea Kay Johnson
Tuesday, May 9, 2006

May 13, 2006, page 8

CLARKSVILLE—Thea Kay Johnson, 67, of Clarksville, died on Tuesday, May 9, 2006, at the Covenant Medical Center in Waterloo of natural causes.

Funeral services were held on Friday, May 12, at the St. John Lutheran Church with burial in the Lynwood Cemetery, both in Clarksville. The Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home in Clarksville was in charge of the arrangements.
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Gary Travis
May 28, 1955-May 10, 2006

May 13, 2006, page 8

IOWA FALLS—Gary Travis, 50, of Iowa Falls, died on Wednesday, May 10, 2006, at his home.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., on Monday, May 15, at the Bethel Baptist Church, Iowa Falls, with the Rev. Steve Hill officiating. Visitation will be from 5-8:00 p.m., on Sunday, at the Linn’s Funeral Homes Iowa Falls Chapel. Burial will be in the Maple Hill Cemetery, Gladbrook.

Gary Horace Travis, was born on May 28, 1955 at Grundy Center, the son of Henry Albert and Mabel H. B. (Busch) Travis. He attended the Grundy Center Community Schools, graduating with the class of 1974. He then attended the DeVry Institute of Technology, Chicago, graduating in 1976. Gary was married to Diane L. Weber on December 24, 1979, the couple later divorced. On November 20, 1987, he was united in marriage to Linda Burdett Talbott at Grandview, Missouri, they were divorced in 1996.

In 1982, Gary started working as a technician at Welden and Seals Radio, Iowa Falls until 1985, when he moved to Kansas to do similar work until 1988 when he returned to Iowa Falls with his second wife and a very young baby, Tracey. He began working at Stiner Radio until June 30, 2003. Following the sale of Stiner Radio he filled in as needed for Randy Roeber at R Com. After the sale of Stiner Radio, Gary also continued Citizen Band Radio repairs at his home, as long as his sight allowed. Also during this time and until his death, he continued to enlarge his eBay sales work and coin and currency trading with other collectors. Gary had a knack for being able to recognize symptoms or a problem and remember the repair done in the past and apply it to future problems.

Gary Travis is survived by his children, Tracey Lynn Travis, Monica Marie Travis and Matthew Steven Travis, all of Iowa Falls; his mother, Mabel H.B. Travis of Waterloo; and two brothers, Terry William Travis and wife, Carol of Fullerton, California and Jerry Linn Travis and wife, Lisa of Waterloo.

He was preceded in death by his father, Henry A. Travis; and one brother, Larry Lee Travis.
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Jane A. Maas
January 29, 1922-May 10, 2006

May 13, 2006, page 8

WELLSBURG—Jane A. Maas, 84, of Wellsburg, died from natural causes on Wednesday, May 10, 2006, at the Eldora Nursing and Rehab Center in Eldora.

Following cremation, memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m., on Saturday, May 13, at the Wellsburg Reformed Church, with the Rev. Todd Rempe officiating. Private family burial will occur at a later date in the Shiloh Cemetery, Wellsburg. The Doyen-Abels Funeral Home in Wellsburg is in charge of the arrangements.
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Harry Grande
April 19, 1916-May 11, 2006

May 17, 2006, page 7

IOWA FALLS—Harry Grande, 90, of Iowa Falls, died on Thursday, May 11, 2006, at the Scenic Manor, Iowa Falls.

Funeral services were held on Saturday, May 13, at the Linn’s Funeral Chapel, Iowa Falls.

Harry Ardel Grande, was born on April 19, 1916 at Atwater, Minnesota, the son of John Arnt and Hattie Christine (Wallein) Grande. He attended the Atwater Community Schools, graduating with the class of 1934. On July 19, 1951, he was united in marriage to Evelyn June Attwooll, at Atwater. He was the proprietor of the Ben Franklin Store, Iowa Falls from 1957 until he retired in 1991. He had owned the National 5 & 10 in Oelwein prior to moving to Iowa Falls.

Harry is survived by his wife, Evelyn Grande of Iowa Falls; and three sisters, Myrtle Nelson and husband, Robert of Grass Valley, California, Eleanor Johnson of Wilmar, Minnesota and Janis Lingren and husband, Marvin of Pennock, Minnesota.

He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Hattie Grande; and one brother-in-law, Everett Johnson.
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Beulah Adessa Warnecke
September 17, 1907-May 11, 2006

May 24, 2006, page B-5

IOWA FALLS—Beulah Adessa Warnecke, 98, of Iowa Falls, died on Thursday, May 11, 2006, at the Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls.

Funeral services were held on Monday, May 15, at the First Christian Church in Iowa Falls, with burial in the Union Cemetery, Iowa Falls. The Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls was in charge of the arrangements.

Beulah Adessa Bailey, was born on September 17, 1907 in Hubbard, to George and Ava (Mills) Bailey. She attended country schools in Hardin County and graduated from the Iowa Falls High School in 1924 before attending Ellsworth College. She was united in marriage to Armin F. Warnecke at the Honey Creek Church in New Providence on May 30, 1937. To this union, twins were born, Jack and Jill. Beulah was a country school teacher in Hardin County for 28 years.

She was a member of the First Christian Church, the Scenic City Area Retired School Personnel, Mother’s Club and the Christian Women’s Fellowship. Beulah enjoyed being a part of her children’s, grandchildren’s and great-grandchildren’s activities. She liked to read and enjoyed watching sports. She also volunteered as a Brownie and Girl Scout Leader, Sunday School teacher and Bible School teacher.

Survivors include her daughter, Jill (Don) Fraser of Buckeye; daughter-in-law, Verona Warnecke of Iowa Falls; grandchildren, Kyle (Joe) Dillon of Alden, Tyler (Jeri) Jass of Alden, Mary (Ted) Fatland of Alden, Holli Warnecke, Herman (Julie) Jass of Burnsville, Minnesota, Chris (Shelly) Warnecke of Alden and Ava (Darrin) Telfer of Prairie City; and 17 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband in 1996; her son, Jack Warnecke; two brothers, Ward and Warren Bailey; three sisters, Theda and Ruth Bailey and Bess Hansen; son-in-law, Harm Jass; granddaughter, Jackie Sue Warnecke; and great-granddaughter, Bailey Grace Telfer.
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Norma Jean Wharton
December 7, 1932-May 11, 2006

May 13, 2006, page 8

COULTER—Norma Jean Wharton, 73, of Coulter, died of natural causes on Thursday, May 11, 2006, at the Franklin General Hospital in Hampton.

Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m., on Monday, May 15, at the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Latimer, with the Rev. Marvin Lorenz officiating. Burial will be in the St. Paul’s Lutheran Cemetery, Latimer. Visitation is on Sunday, from 1-4:00 p.m., at the Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton.
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Dr. Charles W. Sprugel
January 30, 1930-May 12, 2006

May 17, 2006, page 7

IOWA FALLS—Dr. Charles W. Sprugel, 76, of Iowa Falls, died on Friday, May 12, 2006, at his home.

Private graveside services will be held at a later date. Memorials may be directed to the Friends of Beeds Lake, Iowa Falls, Iowa. The Linn’s Funeral Homes Iowa Falls Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Charles William Sprugel, was born on January 30, 1930 at Williams, the son of George Sprugel Sr. and Francis Emily (Strong) Sprugel. He graduated from the Williams High School with the class of 1947. He served with the U.S. Navy from 1951 to 1952 taking basic training at San Diego, California. He attended and graduated from Corpsman School, Bainbridge, Maryland and was stationed as an ENT Hospital Corpsman for 16 months at the Bethesda National Naval Medical Center, Bethesda, Maryland. On August 24, 1952, Charles was united in marriage to Gladys Marie Mayhew in the United Methodist Church, Goodell. Born to this union were two daughters, Vicki Lee and Beth Marie.

He served as a rural mail carrier for three years for the Williams Post Office while taking college courses at Ellsworth College and Iowa State College. He was accepted as a student in the College of Veterinary Medicine, Iowa State College in September of 1957, graduating with a DVM Degree from Iowa State College in May 1960. He began his practice of veterinary medicine in Latimer in 1960. From November 1965 until June 1966, he served the State Department of Agriculture as a district veterinarian in Northeast Iowa counties. From June 1966 to January 1967, he served as assistant state veterinarian, State Capitol Building, Des Moines. From January to April 1967, he owned and operated a general small and large animal practice in Iowa Falls and then did clinical research at Diamond Laboratories, Des Moines. From May 1968 until his retirement in June 2004, he owned and operated a small and large animal practice in Dumont and Hampton.

He was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Iowa Falls and a member of the Latimer American Legion. Charles was very active, instrumental and a charter member of the Friends of Beeds Lake, Hampton.

Charles W. Sprugel is survived by his wife, Gladys of Iowa Falls; his daughters, Vicki Sprugel of Marshalltown and Beth Hendricks and husband, Brent of Grinnell; two grandsons, Isaac and Zachary Hendricks of Grinnell; two sisters, Martha Thompson of Johnston and Myrtle Hollingsworth of Phoenix, Arizona; one brother, John E. Sprugel and wife, Lovice of Liberty, Missouri; one sister-in-law, Catherine Sprugel of Seattle, Washington; one brother-in-law, Edgar J. Mayhew of Belmond; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one grandson, Justin Hendricks; his brother, George Sprugel Jr.; his sister, Alice P. Ose; and three brothers-in-law, Vernon Ose, Archie Thompson and Wally Hollingsworth.
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Mae Ragsdale
Saturday, May 13, 2006

May 17, 2006, page 7

HAMPTON—Mae Ragsdale, 92, of Hampton, died from natural causes on Saturday, May 13, 2006, at the Sheffield Care Center in Sheffield.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, May 16, at the Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton, with the Rev. David Nelson officiating. Burial was in the Hampton Cemetery.
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Harold J. "Hal" Williams
Saturday, May 13, 2006

May 17, 2006, page 7

UNION—Harold J. "Hal" Williams, 87, of Union, died from natural causes on Saturday, May 13, 2006, at the Valley View Nursing and Rehab Center in Eldora.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, May 16, at the First Congregational United Church of Christ in Eldora, with the Rev. Cory Larson officiating. Burial followed in the Rough Woods Cemetery near Eldora, with military honors provided by the Walter-Sayer Post 182 of the American Legion and the Roll-Harless Post 3974 of the VFW. The Creps-Abels Funeral Home in Eldora was in charge of the arrangements.
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Morris Richard Whitehead
September 16, 1930-May 15, 2006

May 20, 2006, page 8

NEW PROVIDENCE—Morris Richard Whitehead, 75, of New Providence, died on Monday, May 15, 2006, at the Israel Family Hospice House in Ames, following a lengthy battle with cancer.

His body has been cremated and memorial services were held on Friday, May 19, at the Honey Creek-New Providence Friends Church in New Providence. Memorials may be directed to Quakerdale, New Providence, Iowa or to the Renewal Community Inc. (Roundhouse), New Providence, Iowa or other charity of choice.

Morris was born on September 16, 1930 at New Providence, to Kermit and Mary Morris Whitehead. He graduated from the New Providence Community Schools, Ellsworth College, Baylor University and Iowa State Teacher’s College (University of Northern Iowa). In 1955, he married Jane Browning in San Antonio, Texas.

Dedicated to education, young people, community and church, Morris served on many committees and boards over the years, including being mayor of New Providence. He was a teacher and administrator in schools in Washington state and Iowa for eight years and in 1964 he became executive director of Quakerdale, a residential treatment center for youths.

He retired in 1990 and has since enjoyed traveling, fishing, golfing, woodworking and volunteering in his community and church.

Morris is survived by his wife, Jane; his son, Daniel (Tracey) Whitehead of Shell, Ecuador and their children, Jacob, Nicholas and Lydia; daughter, Nancy (Kent) Schornack of Urbandale and their children, Benjamin and Zachary; sisters, Mary Louise (Tony) Lansbarkis of Sun Lakes, Arizona and Joanne Snyder of Waterville, Minnesota; brother-in-law, John (Jan) Browning of San Antonio, Texas; aunt, Noma Hadley of New Providence; uncle, Dean Morris of Northwood; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and numerous friends.

He was preceded in death by his father in 1994 and mother in 2002.
© Iowa Falls Times Citizen 2006

Richard L. Topp
July 1, 1932-May 16, 2006

May 24, 2006, page B-5

RADCLIFFE—Richard L. Topp, 73, of Hubbard, died on Tuesday, May 16, 2006.

Funeral services were held on Saturday, May 20, at the St. John’s United Methodist Church in Radcliffe, with the Rev. Marion Sindt officiating. Military honors were provided by the VFW Post No. 1886 of Buckeye. Interment was in the Sherman Township Cemetery in Hubbard. The Boeke Funeral Home in Radcliffe was in charge of the arrangements.

Richard Lowell Topp, was born on July 1, 1932 in Eldora, to Benjamin and Clara (Kuhfus) Topp. He attended the Sherman No. 1 rural school and the Radcliffe High School. After graduation, he farmed and fed cattle with his father and brother, David, prior to enlisting in the U.S. Air Force in 1952. Richard took basic training at Lackland AF Base, San Antonio, Texas, weather school at Chanute AF Base, Rantoul, Illinois and served with the 7th and 3rd Weather Groups in Climatology and Cryptography at Elmendorf AF Base, Anchorage, Alaska and Ent AF Base, Colorado Springs, Colorado. While in the service he played basketball, football and baseball.

On June 12, 1955, Richard and Mary Lou Bekemeier were married in the Zion Evangelical and Reformed Church, Hubbard. After their marriage, the couple lived in Colorado Springs for six months until Richard was discharged from service in 1955. They then made their home in Section 1 of Sherman Township. Richard attended Iowa State University during 1956 and thereafter farmed, fed cattle, and owned and operated the Sherman Elevator. He worked at the Firestone Tire Company in Des Moines for eight years and also drove semi trucks for several companies until his retirement. Richard and Mary Lou had four children, Anita, Lori, Monte and Jack.

Richard was a member of the St. John’s United Methodist Church in Radcliffe, County Democrat Central Committee and served many years as a member and president of the Hardin County Cattle Feeders Board and Tri-County Cattle Feeders Association. Richard especially enjoyed camping and having a winter residence in Texas.

He is survived by his wife, Mary Lou of Hubbard; two daughters, Anita and husband, Steve Matchie of Radcliffe and Lori and husband, Marshall Simmerman of Johnston; two sons, Monte Topp and wife, Ruth of Fertile and Jack Topp and wife, Carrie of Newton; four grandchildren, Brett and Katie Matchie, Dustin and Lindsay Simmerman; two great-grandchildren, Aidan and Chloie; one brother, David Topp and wife, Carole of Radcliffe; one sister, Norma and husband, Lynn Disney of Maquoketa; along with many other relatives and friends.

Richard was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Bernice Van Camp; and one granddaughter, Erin Matchie.
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Urban Hames
Tuesday, May 16, 2006

May 20, 2006, page 8

WEBSTER CITY—Urban Hames, 93, of Webster City, died on Tuesday, May 16, 2006, at the Hamilton Hospital in Webster City.

Memorial services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Saturday, May 20, at the St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Williams. Mr. Hames donated his body to the College of Medicine at the University of Iowa, Iowa City. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the services at the church. The Surls Funeral Home of Williams is in charge of the arrangements.
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Buel G. Thornton
February 12, 1914-May 17, 2006

May 24, 2006, page B-5

LOVELAND, Colorado—Buel G. Thornton, 92, of Loveland, Colorado, formerly of Longmont, Colorado, died on Wednesday, May 17, 2006, at the Hospice of Larimer County Care Center in Loveland.

A memorial service was held on Saturday, May 20, at the Spiritual Life Center at the Loveland Good Samaritan Retirement Village, Loveland, with David Bradshaw of LifeBridge Christian Church officiating. Private family interment took place at the Foothills Gardens of Memory. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Larimer County, Fort Collins, Colorado.

Buel G. Thornton, was born on February 12, 1914 in New Providence, to Clarence E. and Alice Effie (Smith) Thornton. His family moved to Agate, Colorado, in 1918 and he graduated from the Agate High School. They returned to Iowa in 1930 where he farmed with his father until 1941. Mr. Thornton served in the U.S. Army Air Corps Reserves from April 1942 to April 1944 as a flight instructor. On July 22, 1944, he married Esther Karsjens in Paonia, Colorado. He lived in Iowa Falls until 1963, when he moved to Arvada. Mr. Thornton made his home in Longmont from 1966 to 1991, at which time he moved to Loveland and has resided there since. During his working life Mr. Thornton has had careers as a farmer, a carpenter and lastly as an IBM facility repairman. He retired from IBM in 1976. He is a member of the LifeBridge Christian Church in Longmont.

He is survived by two sons, Gary E. Thornton and wife, Rita of Fort Collins, Colorado and Kim Thornton and wife, Cindy of Houston, Texas; one daughter, Gwen DeCino and husband, Jim of Grand Junction, Colorado; two sisters, Myrna Woody of Monett, Missouri and Mintie Allen of Iowa Falls; seven grandchildren, Carmen, Todd, Jonathan, Jason, Tyler, Matt and Mandy; and three great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Esther on February 24, 2002; a brother, Joseph Thornton on May 5, 1999; and a granddaughter, Kelley Thornton.
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Noma F. Waugh
Wednesday, May 17, 2006

May 20, 2006, page 8

CLARKSVILLE—Noma F. Waugh, 89, of Clarksville, died on Wednesday, May 17, 2006, at the Community Nursing Home in Clarksville, from natural causes.

Funeral services are pending with the Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home, Clarksville.
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Marian A. Bessman Neff
April 3, 1934-May 19, 2006

May 24, 2006, page B-5

NEVADA—Marian A. Bessman Neff, 72, of Nevada, and formerly of Bullhead City, Arizona and Alden, died on Friday, May 19, 2006, at her home in Nevada.

Memorial services were held on Tuesday, May 23, at the Immanuel Memorial United Church of Christ, Alden, with the Rev. Bob Miller officiating. Burial was in the Alden Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the Immanuel Memorial United Church of Christ, Alden, Iowa. The Linn’s Funeral Homes Iowa Falls Chapel was in charge of the arrangements.

Marian Amelia Bessman, was born on April 3, 1934 at Alden, the daughter of Mervel John and C. Lucille (Thompson) Bessman. She attended the Bitter Sweet Country School and the Alden Community Schools, graduating with the class of 1952. She then attended the Gates Business College, Waterloo. She was a medical and legal secretary. On March 19, 1974, she was united in marriage to Alfred "Al" Bernard Neff at the Immanuel Memorial United Church of Christ, Alden, where she was a member.

Marian Neff is survived by her husband, Al Neff of Nevada, Iowa; two aunts, Minerva Millard of Marshalltown and Phyllis Lettow and husband, Richard of Iowa Falls; and several cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Mervel and Lucille Bessman.
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William Riekena
Friday, May 19, 2006

May 20, 2006, page 8

WELLSBURG—William Riekena, 92, of Wellsburg, died from natural causes on Friday, May 19, 2006, at the Grundy County Memorial Hospital in Grundy Center.

Funeral services are pending at the Doyen-Abels Funeral Home in Wellsburg.
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Raymond H. Freie
Friday, May 19, 2006

May 24, 2006, page B-5

HAMPTON—Raymond H. Freie, 90, of Hampton, died of natural causes on Friday, May 19, 2006, at the River Falls Area Hospital, in River Falls, Wisconsin.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, May 24, at 11:00 a.m., at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Hampton, with the Rev. Karl Bollhagen officiating. Burial will be in the Hampton Cemetery. Visitation is on Wednesday, from 9-11:00 a.m., at the church. The Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
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Shirley Ann Miller
Saturday, May 20, 2006

May 24, 2006, page B-5

BRADFORD—Shirley Ann Miller, 69, of Bradford, died of natural causes on Saturday, May 20, 2006, at her home in Bradford.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, May 23, at the Bradford United Methodist Church, with the Rev. David Gobeli officiating. Burial was in the Maynes Grove Cemetery, rural Bradford. The Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton was in charge of the arrangements.
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G. Fay Trousdale
July 8, 1918-May 21, 2006

May 24, 2006, page B-5

ALDEN—G. Fay Trousdale, 87, of Alden, died on Sunday, May 21, 2006, at the Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Wednesday, May 24, at the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Alden, with burial in the Alden Cemetery. The Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls is in charge of the arrangements.

Fay Trousdale, was born on July 8, 1918, on the family farm near Alden, to Harvey G. and Otsie (Walton) Trousdale. He was raised on the farm and graduated from the Alden High School with the class of 1936. Following his education, he served his country in the US Navy during World War II. Following his discharge, he was united in marriage to Elaine Hulda Puttkamer in Alden on December 18, 1946.

Fay was an active member of the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Alden. He built aircraft at Lockhead, was a charter member of the Alden Lions Club where he served as President for three years and served on the Alden Elevator Board for 12 years where he also served a term as President.

Survivors include his wife, Elaine of Alden; one daughter, Lana (Dion) Hake of Marion; two grandchildren, Jay and Erin Hake; one brother, Max (Ardith) Trousdale of Iowa Falls; sister-in-law, Darlene Trousdale of Rockwell; and brother-in-law, Herbert Puttkamer of Iowa Falls.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Merle.
© Iowa Falls Times Citizen 2006

Willis Wubbena
January 14, 1934-May 21, 2006

May 27, 2006, page 8

IOWA FALLS—Willis “Willie” Wubbena, 72, of Iowa Falls, died on Sunday, May 21, 2006, at the Ellsworth Hospital, Iowa Falls.

Funeral services were held on Thursday, May 25, at the Immanuel Lutheran Church, Iowa Falls, with burial in the Union Cemetery, Iowa Falls. The Linn’s Funeral Homes Iowa Falls Chapel was in charge of the arrangements.

Willis D. Wubbena, was born on January 14, 1934 near Sheffield, to John Ralph and Martha Ann (Viet) Wubbena. He attended grade school in Coulter and then the Franklin Consolidated School. He drove a milk truck route, worked as a carpenter for Owen Hensing and when he met Connie, he was operating his own feed grinder. He moved to Iowa Falls in 1955 and worked for the Standorf Cabinet Shop and then many years for Copeland and Sunken. In 1964, he began Wubbena Construction and built many homes in Iowa Falls until 1981, when he was forced to close out the business due to health. He had also built several commercial buildings during this time and had rental apartments and commercial buildings.

Will married Connie Caslavka on February 18, 1956 and they had a family celebration of their 50th anniversary this year. They are the parents of three children, Duane, Diane and Donna. Will was confirmed in the Lutheran faith at the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church at Latimer. He was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Alden for 25 years and of the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Iowa Falls for the past 25 years. He was also a faithful winter visitor member of the Calvary Lutheran Church in Yuma, Arizona.

To his family he was a master of all trades. While in business he held electrician, gas installer and plumbing licenses in addition to being a carpenter. He loved cars: collecting, repairing and rebuilding and NASCAR. To his family’s grief, he collected everything. He enjoyed deer and turkey hunting and even after making a winter home in Yuma since 1989, he continued to return to Iowa Falls in December for deer hunting with the guys. He was a member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church, Iowa Falls. He was not a joiner and not a member of clubs but rather a member of life with a wide range of friends in all age groups. He would be embarrassed to know that he will be remembered as a very emotional and loving person.

Will Wubbena is survived by his wife, Connie of Iowa Falls; his son, Duane (Becky) of Iowa Falls; his daughters, Diane Benyshek of Lisbon and Donna Wubbena of Iowa Falls. He was the proud, loving and involved grandfather to Ashlee Okones of Lisbon, Dillon Bell of Iowa Falls, Kassi (Jubal) Monaghan of Reinbeck, Britaney Wubbena of Waverly and Vincent, Willis Dean and Wesley Benyshek of Lisbon. He is also survived by his sister, Mabel (Wesley) Meyer of Latimer and his brother, Carlton (Beverly) Wubbena of North San Juan, California; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Martha Wubbena; his sister, Irma Wubbena; and a nephew, Marty Wubbena.
© Iowa Falls Times Citizen 2006

Richard G. Pettigrew
Tuesday, May 23, 2006

May 27, 2006, page 8

ELDORA—Richard G. Pettigrew, 74, of Eldora, died from natural causes on Tuesday, May 23, 2006, at the Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Saturday, May 27, at the First United Methodist Church in Eldora, with the Rev. Douglas Harding officiating. Burial will follow in the Eldora City Cemetery. The Creps-Abels Funeral Home in Eldora is in charge of the arrangements.
© Iowa Falls Times Citizen 2006

Dayles Risse
Tuesday, May 23, 2006

May 27, 2006, page 8

HUBBARD—Dayles Risse, 84, of Hubbard, died on Tuesday, May 23, 2006, at the Hubbard Care Center in Hubbard.

Funeral services were held on Friday, May 26, at the Cornerstone Church of Christ in Zearing, with burial in the Hubbard Cemetery. The Boeke Funeral Home in Hubbard was in charge of the arrangements.
© Iowa Falls Times Citizen 2006

Russell B. Ferguson
Friday, May 26, 2006

May 27, 2006, page 8

HAMPTON—Russell B. Ferguson, 52, of Hampton, died of natural causes on Friday, May 26, 2006, at the Franklin General Hospital in Hampton.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Wednesday, May 31, at the First Congregational United Church of Christ in Hampton, with the Rev. John Byrne officiating. Burial will be in the St. Peter’s Church Cemetery, rural Geneva. Visitation is on Tuesday from 5-8:00 p.m., at the Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton.
© Iowa Falls Times Citizen 2006

David Harrison Henry
February 22, 1916-May 28, 2006

May 31, 2006, page B-7

IOWA FALLS—David Harrison Henry, 90, of Iowa Falls, died on Sunday, May 28, 2006, at his home.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., on Wednesday, May 31, at the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls, with burial in the Union Cemetery. Full military rites will be provided by the Hyman-Peavey American Legion Post No. 188 of Iowa Falls. The Surls Funeral Home of Iowa Falls is in charge of the arrangements.

David Harrison Henry, was born on February 22, 1916 in Iowa Falls, the son of Benjamin and Ida (Jenkins) Henry. He graduated from the Thomas Jefferson High School in Council Bluffs. Following his education, he served his country in the U.S. Army, 51st Engineer Battalion, during World War II. On December 17, 1941, he was married to Mary Deibler. They farmed in Ellis Township for 27 years.

He was a member of the Hyman-Peavey American Legion Post No. 188 of Iowa Falls and was active in the 51st Battalion Engineers Reunion (51st Again!). He also was a member of the Ellis United Methodist Church.

David is survived by his daughter, Carol Piziali of Adel; two grandsons, John D. Piziali of Coralville and David P. Henry and his wife, Renee of Iowa Falls; two granddaughters, Sarah Piziali and her husband, Aaron Greiner of Pleasant Hill and Michelle Harken and her husband, Wade of Iowa Falls; and two great-grandchildren, Michael Henry and Katelynd Henry.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; son; three brothers; and three sisters.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Ellis United Methodist Church or the Iowa Falls Public Library.
© Iowa Falls Times Citizen 2006

Eldon G. Balvanz
May 24, 1932-May 28, 2006

June 3, 2006, page 8

Hubbard—Eldon G. Balvanz, 74, of Hubbard, died on Sunday, May 28, 2006.

Funeral services were held on Wednesday, May 31, at the St. John’s Lutheran Church in Hubbard, with the Rev. Matthew Rueger officiating. Interment was in the Hubbard Cemetery. The Boeke Funeral Home of Hubbard was in charge of the arrangements.

Eldon George Balvanz, was born on May 24, 1932, at his parents’ home in rural Hubbard, to George and Delila (Klaffke) Balvanz. He was a member of the St. John’s Lutheran Church in Hubbard. Eldon attended the Meeker Country School. In 1962, he was united in marriage to Georgia Bakas. They lived their married life in the same home in Hubbard. Eldon’s whole life was spent in the trucking business.

His main interests were collecting farm toys, trucks and antique farm machinery. He found great joy in his four grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife, Georgia; his daughter, Heidi and husband, Eric Rottink of Waverly and their children, Cassie and Matthew; daughters, Amanda of Radcliffe and Sarah and husband, Chuck Raska of Radcliffe and their children, Tori and Coy Eldon; sisters, Velda and husband, George Stotser of Hubbard and Alana and husband, Verle Norem of Iowa Falls; sisters-in-law, Kanella Bakas of Des Moines and Linda and husband, Gary Baker of Iowa City; and numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents.
© Iowa Falls Times Citizen 2006

Dorris Petersen
Monday, May 29, 2006

May 31, 2006, page B-7

GRUNDY CENTER—Dorris Petersen, 78, of Grundy Center, died from cancer on Monday, May 29, 2006, at the Grundy Memorial Hospital in Grundy Center.

The Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home in Parkersburg is in charge of the arrangements.
© Iowa Falls Times Citizen 2006

Raymond "Skip" Wical
Monday, May 29, 2006

May 31, 2006, page B-7

OSKALOOSA—Raymond “Skip” Wical, 73, of Oskaloosa, formerly of Grundy Center, died on Monday, May 29, 2006, at the Mahaska County Hospital in Oskaloosa.

Funeral services are pending at the Engelkes-Abels Funeral Home in Grundy Center.
© Iowa Falls Times Citizen 2006

Paul D. Ruppelt
Monday, May 29, 2006

June 3, 2006, page 8

WATERLOO—Paul D. Ruppelt, 59, of Waterloo, died at his home from natural causes on Monday, May 29, 2006.

Following cremation, memorial services will be held at 1:30 p.m., on Monday, June 12, at the First Baptist Church of Steamboat Rock, with the Rev. Harrison Lippert officiating. Private family burial will take place in the Steamboat Rock Cemetery. The Creps-Abels Funeral Home in Eldora is in charge of the arrangements.
© Iowa Falls Times Citizen 2006

Peter Francis Holt
Tuesday, May 30, 2006

June 3, 2006, page 8

STRATFORD—Peter Francis Holt, 76, of Stratford, formerly of Webster City, died on Tuesday, May 30, 2006, at the Stratford Nursing and Rehab Center.

Peter Holt was cremated and there will be no formal services for him. Burial of his cremains will be in Maine. The Linn’s Funeral Homes Iowa Falls Chapel was entrusted with the arrangements.
© Iowa Falls Times Citizen 2006

Dorothy Rodamaker
May 29, 1944-May 31, 2006

June 3, 2006, page 8

Hampton—Dorothy Rodamaker, 62, of Hampton, formerly of Iowa Falls, died on Wednesday, May 31, 2006, at the Mercy Medical Center, Mason City.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Saturday, June 3, at the Church of the Open Bible, Iowa Falls, with the Rev. Herb Kenyon officiating. Burial will be in the Northlawn Memory Gardens, Iowa Falls. The Linn’s Funeral Homes Iowa Falls Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Dorothy Irene Warner, was born on May 29, 1944 at Iowa Falls, the daughter of Ray Eugene and Dorothy Maude (Hogan) Warner. She attended the Iowa Falls Community Schools. On August 14, 1977, she was united in marriage to Ralph Cecil Ball at Iowa Falls. He passed away in 1986. On July 15, 1992, she was united in marriage to Jerald "Jerry" Rodamaker at Iowa Falls. Dorothy was employed as a housekeeper with the Heritage Care Center, Iowa Falls and later as a cook for the Red Rooster Café, Iowa Falls.

Dorothy Rodamaker is survived by her husband, Jerry Rodamaker of Hampton; her mother, Dorothy Warner of Iowa Falls; her sisters, Martha Reed, Jolene Thompson, Wanda Kastner and Linda Manske, all of Iowa Falls, Iris Holman of Eldora and Parry Lee of Verma, Missouri; and her brothers, Thomas Warner of Iowa Falls and Marion Warner of Eldora.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Ball; her father, Ray Warner; and her brother, Martin Holland.
© Iowa Falls Times Citizen 2006

Nadine Martha Buss
Wednesday, May 31, 2006

June 3, 2006, page 8

ALLISON—Nadine Martha Buss, 94, of Allison, died of natural causes on Wednesday, May 31, 2006, at the Allison Health Care Center.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Saturday, June 3, at the Allison United Church of Christ, with the Revs. Tom Laufer and Ralph Wedeking officiating. Burial will be in the Allison Cemetery. The Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Allison is in charge of the arrangements.
© Iowa Falls Times Citizen 2006