Scott Matthew Koppes
October 24, 1973-September 1, 2010

September 4, 2010

IOWA FALLS—Scott Matthew Koppes, age 36, of Iowa Falls, passed away on Wednesday, September 1, 2010, at the Mercy Medical Center in Mason City.

A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Monday, September 6, at the St. Marks Catholic Church in Iowa Falls. Visitation will be from 4-8:00 p.m., on Sunday, at the St. Marks Catholic Church, with a Rosary Service at 4:00 p.m. and a Vigil Service at 8:00 p.m. The Surls Funeral Home of Iowa Falls, is in charge of the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the Iowa Falls State Bank.

Scott Matthew Koppes, was born on October 24, 1973, to James and Dianne (Kean) Koppes in Dubuque, Iowa. Scott attended the Aquin Elementary School and graduated from the Cascade High School in 1992. After high school, Scott attended the Clinton Community College and Hawkeye Community College. On April 20, 1996, Scott was united in marriage to Brenda Behrends at the St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Cedar Falls. Scott worked as a hog buyer at Tyson Foods for 16 years.

Scott is survived by his wife, Brenda; a son, Justin; a daughter, Annika; parents, James and Dianne Koppes of Cascade; a sister, Nekole (Dan) Frommelt of Platteville, Wisconsin; mother-in-law, Carol (Dave) Moline of Waterloo; and father-in-law, DeWayne (Kathy) Behrends of Evansdale.
 
Scott was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Clyde and Anna Delores (McDermott) Kean; paternal grandparents, Herbert and Erma (Kelchen) Koppes; aunt and uncle, Robert and Susan Kean; and uncle, Ronald Koppes.
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Irene H. Parr
Sunday, May 30, 2010

September 4, 2010

TUCSON, Arizona—Irene H. Parr, 90, of Tucson, Arizona and formerly of Iowa Falls, departed this life on Sunday, May 30, 2010, in Tucson.

Irene was a long time resident of Tucson, however she was born in Iowa and raised in Iowa Falls. She will be interned in the Alden Cemetery, where her parents and two brothers are buried.

Irene is survived by one sister as well as her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Memorial services were held in Tucson, where many of her friends and family attended. A graveside service and burial is planned for 2:00 p.m., in the Alden Cemetery on Saturday, September 11. After the burial, a gathering of Iowa family and friends will occur at a yet to be determined location. All who either knew Irene or her family are welcome to attend. The Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls is charge of the arrangements.
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Virginia R. Rodgers
April 13, 1929-September 3, 2010

September 8, 2010

IOWA FALLS—Virginia R. Rodgers, 81, of Iowa Falls, passed away on Friday, September 3, 2010, at the Ellsworth Municipal Hospital, Iowa Falls.

Funeral services were held on Monday, September 6, at the First United Methodist Church, Iowa Falls. Burial was in the Union Cemetery, Iowa Falls. The Linn's Funeral Home's Iowa Falls Chapel, was entrusted with the arrangements.

Virginia Ruth Stock, was born on April 13, 1929 at Dumont, the daughter of Effie (Molencamp) and Earl August Stock. She graduated from the Hampton Community Schools with the class of 1947. Virginia married Ward P. Burns and to this union four children were born. She later married Kenneth Dean Rodgers and two children were born and three step-children were added to the family.

Virginia enjoyed playing cards with friends, fishing, playing board games with her grandchildren and baking for her family. She loved sharing a cup of coffee with friends.

Virginia Rodgers is survived by her children, Thomas Burns of Joplin, Missouri, Pat (Butch) Penney of Newton, Bob (Cindy) Burns of Iowa Falls, Peg (Mike) Bushore of Alden, Calista Jane (Kevin) Dorenkamp of Iowa Falls and Bradley (Sonya) Rodgers of Papillion, Nebraska; 17 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; three stepchildren, Dixie Linn of Geneva and family, Monty (Peg) Rodgers of Prescott, Arizona and family and Robin (Luke) Kennedy of Elk Point, Wyoming and family; two brothers, Dilman (Frances) Stock of Monroe and Lowell (Pat) Stock of Hampton; two sisters, Carol (Dick) Miller of Mesa, Arizona and Lou (Jerry) Miller of Hampton; and a sister-in-law, Lois Stock of Dumont.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Effie Stock; her husband, Dean Rodgers; one sister, Maxine Stock; and one brother, Francis Stock.
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Carlton E. Nassen
September 2, 1935-September 3, 2010

September 11, 2010

FORT DODGE—Carlton E. Nassen, 75, of Fort Dodge, died on Friday, September 3, 2010 at the Marian Home.   

Funeral services were held on Wednesday, September 8, at the Bruce-Graham Funeral Home, with the Monsignor Kevin McCoy officiating. Interment followed in the Colfax Township Cemetery.  

Carlton Edward Nassen, was born on September 2, 1935, the son of Edward Samuel and Pearl L. (Seivert) Nassen, in rural Radcliff. He attended the Hardin County Pleasant No. 6 and later graduated from the New Providence High School. He served his country in the United States Army from March of 1955 until his honorary discharge in March of 1957.      

In 1958, Carlton was united in marriage with Mary Ann Terveer and later divorced. In 1989, he was united in marriage to Roberta Dencklau. Carlton was employed at Ralston Purina and in 1960 took a job with Concrete Products Co. in Iowa Falls, where he retired in 1997 as plant manager.

Carlton enjoyed traveling, golfing and working in his garden. He enjoyed spending time with his family especially his grandchildren. He was a member of the Moose Lodge #806 and a long time member of the United Church of Christ in Iowa Falls.         

Those thankful for having shared in Carlton’s life include his wife, Roberta; daughter, Lisa (Greg) Meinders of Pleasant Hill; son, Brian (Theann) Nassen of San Diego, California; two step-daughters, Colette (Dave) Lansing of Fort Dodge and Cindy (Darwin) Sturtz of Fort Dodge; one sister, Nadine (Dean) Smith of New Providence; nine grandchildren, Madisen Meinders, Marissa Meinders, Rhea Meinders, Ryenne Meinders, Breyer Meinders, Greg Nassen, Cari Nassen, Brian Murphy and James Murphy; and five step-grandchildren, Connor Sturtz, Tiffany Sturtz, Scott Schliske, Steve Schliske and Mitchell Knippel.   

Mr. Nassen was preceded in death by his parents; infant daughter; and a step-son.
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Earlene Schultz
Friday, September 3, 2010

September 8, 2010

ACKLEY—Earlene Schultz, 90, of Ackley, died on Friday, September 3, 2010, at the Allen Hospital in Waterloo.

A celebration of her life will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Saturday, September 11, at the First Presbyterian Church in Ackley, with inurnment in the Oakwood Cemetery, Ackley. Visitation will be from 5-8:00 p.m., on Friday, at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley.
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Gerdena Mudderman
Friday, September 3, 2010

September 8, 2010

PARKERSBURG—Gerdena Mudderman, 82, formerly of Parkersburg, died on Friday, September 3, 2010, at the Cedar Falls Lutheran Home in Cedar Falls, from natural causes.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, September 7, at the Hope Reformed Church with burial in the Oak Hill Cemetery, both in Parkersburg. The Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home in Parkersburg, was in charge of the arrangements.
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James Palmer
November 22, 1950-September 4, 2010

September 8, 2010

IOWA FALLS—James Palmer, 59, of Iowa Falls, passed away on Saturday, September 4, 2010, at the Scenic Manor, after a hard fought battle with cancer.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Wednesday, September 8, at the Linn's Funeral Home, Iowa Falls. Private burial will be at a later date.

James Kirby Palmer, was born on November 22, 1950 at Iowa Falls, the son of Gladyce Marjorie (Stockdale) and Arthur Kirby Palmer. He attended the Iowa Falls Community Schools, graduating with the class of 1969. He went on to attend Ellsworth Junior College, Iowa Falls and Iowa Central Community College. Jim worked for Maytag at Webster City for many years. He was a member of the Art Guild, Webster City.

Jim Palmer is survived by his mother, Gladyce Edel of Iowa Falls; and his brothers and sisters, Gary (Linda) Palmer of Iowa Falls, Sharon (Vernon Dale) Caruth of Iowa Falls, Rita Widman of Iowa Falls and Barry Edel of Iowa Falls.

He was preceded in death by his father, Arthur Palmer in 1950.
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Elsie Fern Jackson
Saturday, September 4, 2010

September 8, 2010

HAMPTON—Elsie Fern Jackson, 88, of Hampton, passed away on Saturday, September 4, 2010, at her home in Hampton.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Wednesday, September 8, at the Church of Christ in Hampton. Burial will take place in the Oak Hill Cemetery in rural Bristow. Rocky Woolery will officiate at the service. The Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton, is in charge of the arrangements.
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Arlene Betty Hughes
January 1, 1928-September 5, 2010

September 8, 2010

CLEAR LAKE—Arlene Betty Hughes, 82, of Clear Lake, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, September 5,  2010.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Thursday, September 9, at the Clear Lake United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Diana Hoover officiating. Interment will be in the Clear Lake Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour before the services on Thursday at the church. Family suggests memorials to the Clear Lake Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration or to the Clear Lake United Methodist Church.

Arlene was born on January 1, 1928 in rural Iowa Falls, the daughter of Charles and Mary (Hoelscher) Dass. She grew up on the farm. She and her sisters had lots of chores to do — walking the beans and corn fields, and when the pastures were short they herded the cattle in the road ditches. She attended the Ellis #5 Country School and graduated from the Owasa High School. After graduation she worked for Raleigh Aborn at the Aborn Drug Store. She later moved to Mason City and worked at Bergo's and Younkers.

She met Dick Hughes and they were married on February 4, 1962, at the Holy Family Catholic Church, Mason City. They lived awhile in Mason City, but later moved to Clear Lake. They owned and operated the Rose Bowl Bowling Alley, where she worked along with her husband for over 35 years.

Arlene always looked forward to the Fourth of July holidays each year because she loved the excitement it brought to Clear Lake. She always made it a point to spend some time in the Bingo tent in City Park and had wonderful memories of Ferris Wheel rides with her late husband. But her favorite part of the holiday was, without a doubt, the fireworks display over the lake. Chamber officials note that Arlene's love of the fireworks wasn't limited to viewing them. For many years she has supported the growing costs of presenting the fireworks, generously making donations to the Chamber behind the scenes.

She was a member of the Clear Lake United Methodist Church.

The family would like to thank Girling Health Care, Hospice of North Iowa, Mercy Home Care and all of Arlene's private caregivers, who cared for her under difficult circumstances.

She will be sadly missed by her many friends and her sister, Jeanette White of Iowa Falls; several cousins; and special friends, Jim and Deb Stanton of Clear Lake.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Mary Dass; husband, Dick Hughes; sister, Helen Dass; and brother-in-law, Carrol White.

The Ward-Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, Clear Lake, is in charge of the arrangements.
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Joel Patrick Penaluna
April 30,1949-September 5, 2010

September 11, 2010

IOWA FALLS—Joel Penaluna, 61, of Iowa Falls, passed away on Sunday, September 5, 2010, at his home.

A memorial service was held on Friday, September 10, at the Linn's Funeral Chapel, Iowa Falls. The Linn's Funeral Homes Iowa Falls Chapel was entrusted with the service arrangements.

Joel was born on April 30, 1949 at Hampton, the son of Kenneth and Mignon (Cronan) Penaluna. He graduated from the Hampton High School with the class of 1967 and attended Ellsworth Community College. He was the owner and operator of Penaluna Transfer in Iowa Falls for 23 years. Joel was the Iowa Falls High School girls' golf coach and was the teaching golf pro at the Highland Country Club for many years. He enjoyed golf, cribbage, traveling and was an avid Hawkeye fan.

Survivors include a daughter, Darci Bontrager of St. Paul, Minnesota; a son, Michael (Stephanie) Penaluna of Marion; three brothers, Kenneth (Donna) Penaluna of Ankeny, Thomas (Sonja) Penaluna of Marion and Richard (Marlie) Penaluna of Spokane, Washington; a sister, Jeri Bradley of Waverly; four grandchildren, Emma Bontrager and Peyton, Parker and Preston Penaluna.

He was preceded in death by his parents.
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Shirley Keane
Monday, September 6, 2010

September 8, 2010

WILLIAMS—Shirley Keane, 73, of Williams, died on Monday, September 6, 2010, in Ames.

Funeral services are pending with the Surls Funeral Home in Williams.
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Edna Elizabeth Henrietta Bingham
January 3,1918-September 8, 2010

September 11, 2010

IOWA FALLS—Edna Elizabeth Henrietta Bingham, 92, of Iowa Falls, died on Wednesday, September 8, 2010, at the Heritage Care Center in Iowa Falls.

Funeral services were held on Friday, September 10, at the St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Alden, with burial in the Alden Cemetery. The Surls Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be sent to the St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Alden.

Edna Elizabeth Henrietta Bingham, was born on January 3, 1918 in Alden, to Frank and Marie (Puttkamer) Ratzke. On February 26, 1939, Edna was united in marriage to Raymond Bingham at the Lutheran Church Parsonage in Alden. Edna candled eggs for the Schager Produce and later for Farmers Exchange.

Edna is survived by nieces, Dinah (Donald) Jones of Iowa Falls, Judy Boullion of Iowa Falls, Karen (Pete) Day of Webster City and Sharon (Leland) Fischer of Des Moines; and nephews, Larry (Janet) Akers of Panora and Harold (Joan) Brown of Webster City; and by cousins and great-nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond; a nephew, Raymond (Dolly) Silvest; and her parents.
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James E. Tomlinson
Wednesday, September 8, 2010

September 11, 2010

ELDORA—James E. Tomlinson, 47, of Eldora, died on Wednesday, September 8, 2010, at the Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls.

Following cremation, a memorial potluck and celebration of Jim's life will be held beginning at 3:00 p.m., on Sunday, September 19, at the Boat Club in Steamboat Rock. The Creps-Abels Funeral Home in Eldora, is in charge of the arrangements.
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Barbara Boylan Schager
Thursday, September 9, 2010

September 11, 2010

AMES—Barbara Boylan Schager, died on Thursday, September 9, 2010, in her home in Ames, one day shy of her 45th birthday.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, September 13, at 10:30 a.m., at the St. Cecilia Catholic Church in Ames. We encourage people to wear purple.

Barbara grew up in Bakersfield, California and moved to Iowa in 2001. In her two-year battle with pancreatic cancer, Barbara grew an army of friends and family across the world through Barbstrong.com. Barbara's belief in Faith, Hope and Love carried her through life. Her winning smile will be a lasting memory for all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Barbara is survived by her husband, Jason; and two sons, Jimmy and Matt Boylan.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: St. Cecilia Church, 2900 Hoover Ave., Ames, IA 50010; or ACAC Swim Club, 3336 Bayberry Circle, Ames, IA 50014; or Mayo Clinic/Pancreatic Research, 200 First St. SW, Rochester, MN 55905.
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Pastor Virginia L. Stiles
Saturday, September 11, 2010

September 15, 2010

AMES—Pastor Virginia L. Silks, 67, of Ames, formerly of Eldora, died on Saturday, September 11, 2010, at the Israel Family Hospice House in Ames.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Wednesday, September 15, at the Eldora United Methodist Church in Eldora, with Pastor Kenneth Briggs officiating. Burial will 'follow at 3:00 p.m., in the Scranton Cemetery in Scranton. The Creps-Abels Funeral Home in Eldora, is in charge of the arrangements.
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Odette (Wiese) Fuller
Sunday, September 12, 2010

September 15, 2010

ACKLEY—Odette Fuller, 92, of Ackley, died on Sunday, September 12, 2010, at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley.

Funeral services will be held at 4:00 p.m., on Thursday, September 16, at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. There will be no visitation.
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Nancy A. Kirkdorffer
Sunday, September 12, 2010

September 15, 2010

CONRAD—Nancy A. Kirkdorffer, 49, of rural Conrad, died at her home on Sunday, September 12, while under the care of her family and the Care Initiative Hospice.

Following cremation, memorial services will be held at 4:00 p.m., on Thursday, September 16, at the Conrad United Methodist Church, with Pastor Jennifer Daniel officiating. The Creps-Abels Funeral Home in Eldora, is in charge of the arrangements.
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Donald Lee Karekel
January 20,1928-September 14, 2010

September 18, 2010

HENDERSONVILLE, Tennessee—Donald Lee Karekel, 82, passed away peacefully at the Elmcroft of Hendersonville, on Tuesday, September 14, 2010. Donald was formerly of Williams and Blairsburg.

Funeral services were held on Friday, September 17, at the Cole Garrett Funeral Home in Hendersonville, with entombment in the Hendersonville Memory Gardens Mausoleum.

Donald was born on January 20, 1928 in Calumet, Iowa, to Forrest and Dorothy (Mast) Karekel. He attended and graduated from the Williams High School in 1946. He married Betty Beatty on July 15, 1950 in Epworth, Iowa. She passed away on March 24, 2003. They had four children. Don was an Army veteran who served in Germany from 1951-53. He was a bookkeeper in the Co-op Elevator in Blairsburg for more than 20 years. Prior to that, Don was employed as a department dispatcher for the Illinois Central Railroad.

Don was an active member of many organizations, such as the Lions Club (charter member), American Legion and church groups. He was also a volunteer fireman and an avid train hobbyist.

Don is survived by two daughters, Debra (Tom) Hetherington and Darla (Jeff) Brown, all of Hendersonville and son, Brian (Renee) Karekel of South Carolina; a sister, Betty (Kenneth) Chaplin of Iowa Falls; a brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Bob and Vesta Beatty of Birmingham, Alabama; and grandchildren, great-grandchildren, as well as nieces, nephews and cousins.

Don was preceded in death by his parents; his wife of 53 years, Betty; a daughter, Becky; a son-in-law, George; and an infant sister, Eleanor.
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Kenneth Charles Harper Sr.
Tuesday, September 14, 2010

September 18, 2010

HANSELL—Kenneth Charles Harper Sr., 92, of Hansell, passed away on Tuesday, September 14, 2010, at the Franklin General Hospital in Hampton.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m., on Monday, September 20, at the Hansell United Methodist Church. Visitation will be from 2-4:00 p.m., on Sunday, at the Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton. Pastor Janet Reickhoff-Faris, the Rev. Jeffrey Harper and Chaplain Amy Simpson-Bennethum will officiate at the service. Burial will be in the Ingham Township Cemetery in rural Hansell.
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The Rev. David I. Frank
September 21, 1926-September 15, 2010

September 18, 2010

DES MOINES—The Rev. David I. Frank, 83, went to be with his Lord on Wednesday, September 15, 2010.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Saturday, September 18, at the West Des Moines Open Bible Church, with burial and military honors in the Urbana Cemetery in Urbana. The Brooks Funeral Care, Clive, is in charge of the arrangements.

David was born on September 21, 1926, to Samuel and Ida Frank in Center Point. He was a Korean War veteran serving in the Army. David married Arlene Lane on August 26, 1949 in Cedar Rapids, and two children were born to this union. Arlene died in January 1992, after 42 years of marriage. David graduated from the Open Bible Institute and was a minister for over 60 years. His ministry included the West Des Moines Open Bible, Open Bible Church in Iowa Falls, and the Corey Grove Community Church in Elkhart, among others. He also taught theology at the Florida Beacon College.

David will be remembered as a loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather, a joke teller, and someone who truly loved the ministry and enjoyed traveling.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Arlene; parents; and brother, Elmer Frank.

He will be greatly missed by his children, Rod (Rebecca) Frank of Iowa Falls and Dalene Frank of Des Moines; five grandchildren, Justin (Stephanie) Boor, Jessica (Adam) Jackson, Joel Frank, David Frank and Aaron Frank; and three great-grandchildren, Gretchen Boor, Tanner Jackson and Kendra Jackson.
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Stacey Marie Hernandez
Thursday, September 16, 2010

September 18, 2010

HAMPTON—Stacey Marie Hernandez, 18, of Aredale, passed away on Thursday, September 16, 2010, at the Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa in Mason City, due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident.

A celebration of life service will be held at 7:00 p.m., on Monday, September 20, at the Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton, with visitation from 5-7:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
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Betty M. Bottema
Thursday, September 16, 2010

September 18, 2010

ELDORA—Betty M. Bottema, 82, of Eldora, passed away on Thursday, September 16, 2010, at the Valley View Nursing and Rehab Center in Eldora.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Monday, September 20, at the Creps-Abels Funeral Home in Eldora, with Pastor Justin Weber officiating. Burial will follow in the Eldora City Cemetery. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the services at the funeral home.
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Roy Lewis
Friday, September 17, 2010

September 18, 2010

IOWA FALLS—Roy Lewis, 83, of Iowa Falls, passed away on Friday, September 17, 2010, at his home.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m., on Monday, September 20, at the Linn's Funeral Home, Iowa Falls. Visitation will be from 1-3:00 p.m., on Monday at the funeral home.
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Elsie A. Anders
January 15, 1909-September 18, 2010

September 22, 2010

CEDAR FALLS—Elsie A. Anders, 101, of the Cedar Falls Lutheran Home, died there on Saturday, September 18, 2010.

Funeral services are scheduled for 10:00 a.m., on Wednesday, September 22, at the Cedar Falls Lutheran Horne Chapel, with interment in the Fairview Cemetery, Cedar Falls. Friends may call one hour prior to the services at the Lutheran Home. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Cedar Valley Hospice. The Richardson Funeral Home in Cedar Falls, is in charge of the arrangements.

She was born on January 15, 1909 in Alden, the daughter of Fred and Barbara (Fuehr) Kniewaser. She married Walter A. Anders on January 18, 1928 in Hampton. He died on January 4, 1993. She and her husband farmed near Alden, retiring in 1958. She then was the activities director at the Cedar Fails Lutheran Home for 10 years.

Elsie is survived by one son, Marion (Laurie) Anders of Pittsford, New York; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by one daughter, Joann Thompson; one granddaughter; four sisters, Anna Jass, Emma Silke, Edna Haupt and Margaret Thelke; and two brothers, Fred and Robert Kniewaser.
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Lois Irene Hovey
April 8, 1921-September 18, 2010

September 22, 2010

HAMPTON—Lois Irene Hovey, 89, of Hampton, passed away on Saturday, September 18, 2010, at the Franklin General Hospital in Hampton.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Thursday, September 23, at the Hampton United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Dr. Edward R. Peterson officiating. Burial will be in the Hillside Cemetery in Sheffield. Visitation will be held from 4-7:00 p.m., on Wednesday, at the Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton.

Lois was born on April 8, 1921 in Iowa Falls, to Emery and Elsie (Brightwell) Chaplin. She graduated from the Iowa Falls High School in 1938 and received her B.A. Degree from the Iowa State Teachers College. She married Donald Robinson on September 1, 1945. He passed away in 1953. She then married Robert Hovey on December 28, 1958.

Lois was a member of the Hampton United Methodist Church, she was in the History & Heritage Club and was a former member of the Franklin County Historical Society. She also was involved in the Heifer Project International and was secretary and treasurer of the REA Power Plant Museum.

Lois is survived by her son, Allen Hovey and wife, Marjorie Lynn of Albuquerque, New Mexico; daughter, Donna Andreessen of Waverly; daughter, Eileen and husband, Herman Merten of Charles City; son, Wayne and wife, Ann Robinson of Iowa City; daughter, Margaret and husband, Robert Koppen of Lansing, Kansas; brother, Merle Chaplin of Iowa Falls; nine grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Donald Robinson and Robert Hovey; and an infant grandson.
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Louisa A. Wiemann
Sunday, September 19, 2010

September 22, 2010

HAMPTON—Louisa A. Wiemann, 88, of Hampton, passed away on Sunday, September 19, 2010, at the Franklin General Hospital Nursing Facility in Hampton.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Wednesday, September 22, at the Zion Reformed Church in rural Sheffield, with the Rev. Arthur J. Zewert officiating. Burial will be in the Zion Reformed Church Cemetery. The Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton is in charge of the arrangements.
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Judy Houck
May 19, 1941-September 19, 2010

September 25, 2010

RADCLIFFE—Judy Houck, 69, of Radcliffe, died on Sunday, September 19, 2010, at the Israel Family Hospice House in Ames, after a battle with cancer.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 am, Saturday, September 25, at the St. John's Methodist Church in Radcliffe. Burial will be in the Radcliffe Cemetery. The Boeke Funeral Home in Radcliffe, is in charge of the arrangements.
 

Judy was born to Clair "Bucky" and Pearl Zitterich at her grandparent’s farm near Armstrong on May 19, 1941. She attended Estherville Schools and graduated in 1959. Judy was united in marriage with Paul Franklin Houck on January 5, 1960 at the Methodist Church in West Bend. Judy helped Paul with the farming and began raising a family right away. After a tragic fire in 1966, they moved to the current farm southeast of Radcliffe where she was residing. Paul and Judy had five children, Meshell, Melinda, Michael, Maureen and Marlinn. Paul passed away on August 24, 1977. Judy continued to raise the five children on her own with a lot of family support.

Judy had a variety of jobs until August of 1994, when she became one of the custodians at the Hubbard-Radcliffe Elementary School. She enjoyed interacting with the teachers and students. She would share her "treasures" she found for the schools activities. She retired in 2006.

Judy touched many lives. She enjoyed playing with her grandchildren and pets (not necessarily in that order).

She will be forever cherished in the memories of her family: her mother, Pearl Zitterich of Estherville; five children, Meshell (Lindell) Janes of Radcliffe, Mindy (Mike) Hardee of Hubbard, Michael (Belinda) Houck of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, Maureen (Rupert) Soliz of Sugar Land, Texas and Marlinn Houck of Hubbard; 14 grandchildren, Brittany, Landon and Leeza Janes; Taylinn, Taylor and Tayber Eller; Shelby, Meghan and Seth Soliz; Morgan, Selena, Marlena, Cody; and Emily Houck; one brother, Darwin (Sharon) of Estherville; four in-laws, Marlene (Jim) Helling of Story City and Gary (Rita) Houck of Radcliffe; and many other relatives and friends. 

Judy was preceded in death by her spouse, Paul Houck; her father, Claire "Bucky" Zitterich; and her in-laws, Ernest and Rozella Houck.
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Linus H. Smoot
Tuesday, September 21, 2010

September 25, 2010

ALLISON—Linus H. Smoot, 89, of Allison, passed away on Tuesday, September 21, 2010, at the Allen Memorial Hospital in Waterloo.

Funeral services were held on Friday, September 24, at the Trinity Reformed Church in Allison, with burial in the Allison Cemetery. Pastor Gary Mulder officiated at the service. The Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Allison, was in charge of the arrangements.
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Mabel Reece
Wednesday, September 22, 2010

September 25, 2010

NEW PROVIDENCE—Mabel Reece, 91, of New Providence, died on Wednesday, September 22, 2010, at the Hubbard Care Center.

Mabel Reece's cremated remains will be interred during a family committal service at the Honey Creek Cemetery prior to the service. Memorial services will be held at 1:30 p.m., on Saturday, October 2, at the Honey Creek New Providence Friends Church in New Providence. A time of refreshment and fellowship will be held following the memorial service. The Boeke Funeral Home of Hubbard, is in charge of the arrangements.
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Norma A. Heise
Friday, September 24, 2010

September 29, 2010

CLARKSVILLE—Norma A. Heise, 69, of Clarksville, died on Friday, September 24, 2010, at the Community Nursing Home in Clarksville, of natural causes.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, September 28, at the First United Church of Christ-Pleasant Valley, with burial in the Pleasant Valley Cemetery, both in rural Clarksville. The Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home in Clarksville, was in charge of the arrangements.
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Ruth Mannetter
Saturday, September 25, 2010

September 29, 2010

HUBBARD—Ruth Mannetter, 80, died on Saturday, September 25, 2010, at the Hubbard Care Center in Hubbard.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, September 28, at the Zion United Church of Christ in Hubbard, with the Rev. Laura Renault officiating. Ruth was buried in the Hubbard Cemetery. The Boeke Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.
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George Jensen
April 5, 1917-September 26, 2010

October 2, 2010

WILLIAMS—George Jensen, 93, of Williams, died on Sunday, September 26, 2010, at the Scenic Manor Nursing Home in Iowa Falls.

Funeral services were held on Thursday, September 30, at the St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Williams. Military rights were provided by the Williams American Legion Post #633. The Surls Funeral Chapel in Williams, was in charge of the arrangements.

George J. Jensen, was born in Williams, Iowa on April 5, 1917, to Jens and Maggie (Gilbertson) Jensen. George graduated from the Williams High School in 1937. On September 9, 1938, George was united in marriage to F. Lenore Bell in Bethany, Missouri. George served in World War II from 1944 to 1946, where he was a gunner on a submarine chaser for the United States Navy. He was a member of the American Legion in Williams and he worked at Ralston Purina where he retired in 1979.

After retiring, George loved to help out on the farm in any way that he could, especially mowing the lawn and spending time with his family. George and his family shared tremendous mutual love and respect for each other. He was a member of the St. Paul Lutheran Church.

George is survived by a daughter, Marlene (Wayne) Anderson of Williams; a son, George (Maria) Jensen of Iowa City; two granddaughters, Margie (Bill) Scott of Gilbert and Michelle Jensen of Iowa City; two grandsons, Allen (Roxanne) Anderson of Williams and Dean (Vicki) Jensen of Iowa City; eleven great-grandchildren, Jordan, Summer, Andrea and Faith Anderson, Rachel and Emily Claman, Taylor and Sarah Scott, Grace, George and Maggie Jensen; and one brother, John (Frances) Jensen.

George was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Lenore; five sisters; and three brothers.
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Funeral services were held on Friday, October 1, at the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Eldora. Burial was in the Point Pleasant Cemetery rural Eldora. The Boeke Funeral Home in Hubbard, was in charge of the arrangements.

Cleo was born on October 29, 1915, to Fred and Florence (Batten) Seelemeier in Iowa Falls. She was educated in the Owasa Schools. In 1933, Cleo married Gus Mitterer. They lived and raised their three daughters, Karen, Sherry and Vicki on the family farm southwest of Eldora. She was employed at Quakerdale Homes for 10 years as a seamstress and then at Dodger Manufacturing for 10 years as a seamstress.

Cleo was a loving wife and mother. She was an active member of the St. Paul Lutheran Church and the Ladies Circle. She loved to bake, cook, quilt and sew.

She is survived by her daughter, Sherry Harlow of North Richland Hills, Texas; son-in-law, Keith Beasley and wife, Jean of West Des Moines; grandson, Kyle and wife, Patricia Beasley of Carlisle and granddaughter, Kimberlee and husband, Frank Andrews of Indianola; granddaughter, Brenda Koeppe of Sioux City; grandson, Darrell Cavanagh of Rogers, Arkansas; 13 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.

Cleo was proceeded in death by her husband, Gus in 1968; daughters, Vicki Beasley in 2000 and Karen Mitterer in 2003; and son-in-law, Richard Harlow; as well as many more loved ones.
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Darla Dee Gleason
April 10, 1944-September 27, 2010

October 6, 2010

STEAMBOAT ROCK—Darla Dee Gleason, 66, of rural Steamboat Rock, passed away from complications of a massive stroke, on Monday, September 27, 2010, at the North Iowa Mercy Medical Center in Mason City.

Darla was born on April 10, 1944, to Walter and Gevevieve Heffelmeier. She was raised in Steamboat Rock and graduated from the Steamboat Rock High School.

Survivors include her son, Rhett E. (Marlene) Norris of Spokane, Washington; two granddaughters, Katie and Kelsey Norris, also of Spokane; and an uncle, Harvey Heffelmeier of Ackley.

Darla was preceded in death by her parents; and her daughter, Kyra Norris Murdock.
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Paul Kanady
Monday, September 27, 2010

October 6, 2010

TULSA, Oklahoma—Paul Kanady, 46, of Tulsa, Oklahoma, formerly of Iowa Falls, passed away on Monday, September 27, 2010, in a work-related industrial accident in Tulsa.

A Celebration of Life dance was held on Monday, October 4, at the Moose Lodge in Tulsa.
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Patricia Hogan
April 17, 1945-September 30, 2010

October 2, 2010

ACKLEY—Patricia Hogan, 65, of rural Ackley, passed away on Thursday, September 30, 2010, at her home.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m., on Saturday, October 2, at the Linn's Funeral Chapel, Iowa Falls. A time of visitation will be one hour prior to the services at the Linn's Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Friends Cemetery, Iowa Falls.

Patricia Elaine Gardner, was born on April 17, 1945 in Polk County, Iowa, the daughter of Everett B. and Grace Marie (Hoisington) Gardener. She was married to James Hogan and they were later divorced. She was employed as a caretaker with mentally handicapped adults in several areas, but her latest was in California for 12 years.

Patricia is survived by her children, Grace (Allan) Martin of Alva, Oklahoma, Robert (Mary) Eakin of Iowa Falls, David Hogan of Ackley, Alma Cervantes of Sacramento, California, Frank Hogan of Alva, Oklahoma, Roy Hogan of Waterloo and Patrick Hogan of Ackley; sixteen grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; two brothers, Everett Gardner of Albert Lea, Minnesota and Larry Gardner of Iowa Falls; and three sisters, Verna Ferguson of Worthington, Minnesota, Shirley Nase of Worthington, Minnesota and Gloria Rogers of Alva, Oklahoma.

She was preceded in death by one brother, Louis Rutzen; and two sisters, Lucille Paterni and Nola Jean.
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Frieda Donaldson
Thursday, September 30, 2010

October 6, 2010

PARKERSBURG—Frieda Donaldson, 102, formerly of Parkersburg, died on Thursday, September 30, 2010, at the Maple Manor Village in Aplington.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, October 5, at the First Congregational Church with burial in the Oak Hill Cemetery, both in Parkersburg. The Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home in Parkersburg, was in charge of the arrangements.
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