Raymond Haupt
June 29, 1928-September 1, 2012

September 5, 2012

DOWS—Raymond Haupt, 84, of Dows, passed away on Saturday, September 1, 2012, at the Franklin General Hospital Nursing Facility in Hampton.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday September 4, at the First Lutheran Church in Dows, with Pastor Ron Nelson officiating. Burial took place in the Fairview Cemetery in Dows. Graveside military rites were provided by the American Legion Watson Beach Post #523 in Dows. The Dugger Funeral Home in Dows, was in charge of the arrangements.

Raymond was born in Sac City on June 29, 1928. He was the third youngest of 12 children born to Frank and Kate Smith Haupt. His family lived in the Rowan and Belmond areas, where he attended country school. He married Arthurine Sime on February 22, 1948. Ray worked for various farmers until he was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1953. He was sent to Korea and attained the rank of sergeant with the combat engineers. After his discharge from the army, Ray began his farming career. Farming, for Raymond, was a passion that could only be defined as perfection. His grain fields had straight rows and countless hours walking fields kept them immaculate. Raymond’s pig operation had the neatest pigs and cleanest hog houses anywhere. Friends often teased Ray, wondering if he even brushed the pigs’ teeth every morning.

Ray and Arthurine were blessed with a daughter, Kim born in 1955. Ray was very proud of Kim. Raymond loved to dance and was a very good dancer. Friends referred to him as rubber legs. Arthurine and he continued to dance until his health prevented him. The couple farmed together until 2006, but continued to live on the farm. Raymond had open heart surgery in 2012 and then lived at the Franklin General Care Center until his death. Raymond was a member of the First Lutheran Church in Dows and the American Legion Watson Beach Post #523 in Dows.

Raymond is survived by his wife, Arthurine; daughter, Kim (Don) Foth of Cedar Falls; his pride and joy, grandson, Brian Foth of Tampa, Florida; three sisters, Wilma (Hartley) Friesleben, Lorraine Johnson and Helen Ahrens; one brother, Duane (Darilyn) Haupt; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Mildred and Minnie; and six brothers, Edd, Alvin, Bernard, Robert, Donny and Leo.
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Kathryn Louise Rush
December 27, 1929-September 2, 2012

September 8, 2012

MARSHALLTOWN—Kathryn Louise Rush, 82, died at Villa del Sol in Marshalltown, on Sunday, September 2, 2012, with her family and friends by her side.

Memorial services will be held at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, Marshalltown, on Saturday, September 8, at 1:00 p.m. There will be a reception at the Fishers Community Center, Marshalltown, at 1:45 p.m.

Kathryn was born on December 27, 1929, to Samuel and Francis Lawson in rural Buckeye, where she grew up on the family farm. She graduated from the Radcliffe High School and taught in a country school until she married Larry Laverle Rush on May 15, 1949. They moved to Iowa Falls and she continued teaching until expecting their first child. Kathryn will be remembered for her sweet personality, her kindness to everyone and her love of life evidenced by her beautiful smile and her laughter. Her courage and strength, and her optimistic spirit during her long illness were a source of encouragement for all who knew her.

She enjoyed working in her flower garden, sewing, cooking and baking for her family and friends. She delighted in having her children and grandchildren around her as much as possible. She was a member of the Christian Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Marshalltown.

Survivors include her husband of 63 years, Larry; her children, Joseph (Lynne) Rush from Victor and David (Victoria) Rush from Ankeny; six grandchildren, Jason and Tabitha Rush (Ethan and Aiden) from Davenport, Ryan and Amber Rush (Devin and Coltin) from Boone, Melissa (Rush) and Anthony Commisso (Dominic, Nicolas and Ava) from Rockton, Illinois, Kala (Rush) and Job Yamen (Zane and Holden) from Des Moines, Samantha Rush from Port St. Lucie, Florida and Joseph Rush from Riverside, Florida; her sister, Dorothy Schwebke of Eldora; and her brother, Raymond Lawson from Webster City.

She was preceded in death by her parents; three sisters and three brothers.
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Leland “Abe” Cuvelier
Monday, September 3, 2012

September 8, 2012

APLINGTON—Leland “Abe” Cuvelier, 88, of Aplington, died on Monday, September 3, 2012, at the Allen Memorial Hospital in Waterloo.

Funeral services were held on Thursday, September 6, at the Hitesville Gospel Hall, with burial in the Hitesville Cemetery, both in rural Aplington. The Redman-Schwartz Funeral Chapel in Aplington, was in charge of the arrangements.
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Dorothy Kalkwarf
Wednesday, September 5, 2012

September 8, 2012

PARKERSBURG—Dorothy Kalkwarf, 90, of Parkersburg, died on Wednesday, September 5, 2012, at the Maple Manor Village in Aplington.

Funeral services were held on Friday, September 7, at the Christian 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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Wilma M. Schipper
Wednesday, September 5, 2012

September 8, 2012

APLINGTON—Wilma M. Schipper, 88, of Aplington, died on Wednesday, September 5, 2012, at the Grundy County Memorial Hospital in Grundy Center, from complications following a fall in her home.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Monday, September 10, at the First Reformed Church, with burial in the Pleasant View Cemetery, both in Aplington. Visitation will be from 3-6:00 p.m., on Sunday, at the Redman-Schwartz Funeral Chapel in Aplington and will continue for one hour prior to the services at the church on Monday.
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Anne H. Beckman
Wednesday, September 5, 2012

September 8, 2012

GRUNDY CENTER—Anne H. Beckman, 89, of Grundy Center, passed away on Wednesday, September 5, 2012, at the Grundy County Memorial Hospital Long Term Care Unit, while under the care of the Cedar Valley Hospice.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Saturday, September 8, at the Bethany Presbyterian Church, with burial in the Rose Hill Cemetery, both in Grundy Center. The Engelkes-Abels Funeral Home of Grundy Center, was in charge of the arrangements.
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Ruth Miller
Wednesday, September 5, 2012

September 8, 2012

ACKLEY—Ruth Miller, 91, of Ackley, died on Wednesday, September 5, 2012, at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Saturday, September 8, at the St. John’s UCC, with burial in the Oakwood Cemetery. The Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley, is in charge of the arrangements.
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Bonnie Jaeger
June 11, 1962-September 6, 2012

September 12, 2012

ALDEN—Bonnie Jaeger, 50, of Alden, died on Thursday, September 6, 2012, at the Israel Family Hospice House in Ames.

Funeral services were held on Monday, September 10, at the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Alden, with burial in the Alden Cemetery. The Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls, was in charge of the arrangements.

Bonnie Jaeger, was born on June 11, 1962, to Glenn and Nila Butzke of Campbellsport, Wisconsin. She was granted eternal life through the waters of Holy Baptism on July 1, 1962 and confirmed her faith in Jesus on April 25, 1976. She was united in marriage to Jay Jaeger of Campbellsport on May 16, 1981. To this union, the Lord blessed them with two children, Jennifer and Derek. Bonnie held various occupations with the most recent as the head cook at the Heritage Care Center.

Bonnie loved the Lord and showed her love by being a member of the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League, helping to teach Sunday School and Vacation Bible School. Bonnie loved her family very much and touched many lives with her love and kindness as she treated everyone as the Lord’s Child. Bonnie enjoyed her Packers and working on cross stitching.

Bonnie is survived by her husband, Jay; her daughter, Jennifer of Portland, Oregon; her son, Derek (Janet) of Alden; grandchildren, Haylie, Quinton, Devin and Jacen; and her sisters, Gail (Tim) Kougl of Campbellsport, Wisconsin, Shirley (Greg) Bokelman of Lomira, Wisconsin and Donna (Mark) Ertel of Mayville, Wisconsin.

She was preceded in death by her parents.
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Stanley Dreier
February 25, 1918-September 6, 2012

September 12, 2012

ELDORA—Stanley Dreier, 94, of Eldora, died on Thursday, September 6, 2012, at the Valley View Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Eldora.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, September 11, at the Salem United Methodist Church in Hubbard, with the Rev. Corey Larson and the Rev. Rochelle Swenson officiating. Stan was buried in the Hubbard Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the organization of your choice. The Boeke Funeral Home of Hubbard, was in charge of the arrangements.

Stanley John Raymond Dreier, was born on February 25, 1918, to Ernest and Bertha Nehring Dreier at the family farm. After the passing of his father, he was raised by his step-father, Paul Sievert. He attended grade school at the Dean and Goose Creek country schools and graduated from the New Providence High School in 1936. He worked the home farm after purchasing it from family. He met Jean Ann Stielow at a church revival meeting and they were married on December 18, 1940, at the Salem EUB Church in Hubbard. They continued to live on the farm and raise their three children there.

Stanley had many hobbies: horses, horses, horses. He loved working cattle with his horses — ANYTHING to do with horses! He and Jean were great dancers — loved good music, and he enjoyed singing everywhere. He even sang as he announced horse shows. He also loved HORSES, HORSES, HORSES! He was one of the founders of the Iowa Quarter Horse Association in 1951 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame of that organization in 2002. He was a director of the American Quarter Horse Association and continued to serve as Director Emeritus until his death.

In retirement years he worked at two different car dealerships, the sale barn and as an auctioneer for various household sales and events. He was a lifetime member of the Salem Church and attended the First Congregational Church since moving to Eldora; he always sang in the church choirs. He also served on various boards and organizations.

Survivors include daughter, Sonja (Buzz) Rekers of Pleasant Valley; sons, David (Peggy) of Sandpoint, Idaho and Tim (Rita) Dreier of Hubbard; six grandchildren, Angela and Jason Rekers, Jade and Josh Dreier, Brittany Koop and Tanner Dreier; seven great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Bea Boeke and Joann Pfaltzgraff.

Stan was preceded in death by his parents; his wife of 70 years, Jean Ann; one great-grandchild, Willow; and three sisters.
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Helen Curtis Hubbard
October 5, 1916-April 21, 2012

September 12, 2012

GLENDORA, California—Helen Nadine Platts was born on October 5, 1916, in Hardin County, Iowa, to Wallen and Artie (Heard) Platts. She died on Saturday, April 21, 2012, in Glendora, California.

Graveside services will be held on Saturday, September 15, at 2:00 p.m., in the Jackson Township (Berlin) Cemetery. Friends and relatives are welcome to attend.

Helen graduated from the Eldora High School in 1934. She married Edward Kenneth Curtis in February 1938 in Nevada, Iowa. They lived in Glendale, California during World War II, both employed at the Lockheed Aircraft Corporation. They moved to Owasa, Iowa, in 1947. Kenny and Helen had two daughters, Patricia and Sherry. Kenny and Helen owned and operated the Owasa Stockyards for many years and were very active in the community. Helen served as postmaster in Owasa until 1963. She wrote the Owasa News column for the Eldora newspapers during this time. Helen also served as a member of the Owasa School Board. She was widowed in November 1959 and moved with her daughter, Sherry, to California in 1963.

Helen worked for the city of Irwindale for a number of years before marrying Clyde Hubbard in 1966. She and Clyde were terrific dancers and spent many evenings on the dance floor at the Glendale Moose Lodge. She was an active volunteer at the South Pasadena United Methodist Church, Women of the Moose of Glendale, and Villa Esperanza Services.

Surviving are daughters, Patricia Curtis of Sioux Falls, South Dakota and Sherry (James) Costello of Covina, California; step-son, Darryl (Wilma) Hubbard of Huntington Beach, California; grandchildren, Tracy, Wendi, and Colin (Susan) Costello, Kellie Van Deest (John) Barickman, Darrin Hubbard and Stephanie Hubbard (Kevin) Graney; and great-grandchildren, Curtis and Nicholas Corder, Madeline, Abigail, Eliana and Katherine Barickman, Izabella Costello and Scarlet and Sienna Graney.

Helen was preceded in death by both of her husbands; her parents; a sister, Olive (Chauncey) Crosser; brother, Harold (Frances) Platts; step-daughter, Yvonne Hubbard; and granddaughter, Leah Van Deest.
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Walter LeRoy Janssen
January 4, 1933-September 11, 2012

September 15, 2012

IOWA FALLS—Walter LeRoy Janssen, 79, of Iowa Falls, Iowa, passed away on Tuesday, September 11, 2012, at the Iowa Veteran's Home, Marshalltown.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Saturday, September 15, at the First Christian Church, Iowa Falls, with Pastor Steve Hill of the Bethel Baptist Church officiating. Burial will be in the Friends Cemetery, Iowa Falls, with military honors provided by the Hyman-Peavey American Legion Post #188, Iowa Falls. The Linn's Funeral Homes Iowa Falls Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements. Memorials may be directed to the family.

Walter LeRoy Janssen, was born on January 4, 1933 in Franklin County, the son of Herman and Blanche Emma (Kieslich) Janssen. He attended the Chapin, Iowa Community Schools, graduating with the class of 1951. On October 5, 1952, he was united in marriage to Pearl Moore at the Methodist Church, Mason City. To this union three children were born, Bev, Bart and Lori. He was drafted into the U. S. Army and served in the Korean Conflict. After his discharge, he was active raising their three children and was employed at Standard Oil, Weavers and Concrete Products. He retired from Concrete Products in 1995 after 40 years of service. Walter was also a Reserve Police Officer for the City of Iowa Falls, serving for 18 years.

He was a loyal member of the Moose, American Legion and Elks Club. Walt enjoyed the outdoors, especially fishing and camping. He enjoyed cribbage, dancing, and being an all around handyman. Walt was diagnosed with Alzheimer's in August 2001. He entered the Iowa Veteran's Home in March of 2003.

Walter is survived by his wife, Pearl Janssen of Iowa Falls; his children, Bev Strandell of Eldora, Bart (Deb) Janssen of Iowa Falls and Lori (Jerry) Kadner of Eldora; six grandchildren, Jon (Ashley) Kadner of Great Falls, Montana, Adam Kadner of Mason City, Amy Strandell of Eldora, Rohny Meyer of Mason City, Lisa Mathis of North Liberty and Jennifer (Jerry) O'Halloran of Grinnell; ten great-grandchildren, Claire and Carter Kadner, Andrew and Michael Meyer, Tyler and Emma Mathis, Cody, Calab and Isaac Kingery and Jordan O'Halloran; two sisters, Margaret (Kae) Meyers of Altus, Oklahoma and Rebecca (Ray) Ellingston of Belmond; three brothers, Harry (Kay) Janssen of Waverly, Clyde (Kathy) Janssen of Clear Lake and Ralph (Jan) Janssen of Altus, Oklahoma; a brother-in-law, Fred Wenzel of Belmond; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Blanche Janssen; a son-in-law, Joel Strandell; a brother, Harvey Janssen; a sister, Mae Ferne Wenzel; a sister-in-law, Hope Janssen; a nephew, Kevin Janssen and a niece, Deb Obrecht.
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Melvin R. "Mel" Valentine
April 26, 1947-September 11, 2012

September 15, 2012

WATERLOO—Melvin R. "Mel" Valentine, 65, of Waterloo, Iowa, died at his home on Tuesday, September 11, 2012, of lung cancer as a result of exposure to Agent Orange in Vietnam.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Saturday, September 15, at the Trinity Episcopal Parish of Waterloo. Burial will be in the Memorial Park Cemetery, with military rites by the Cedar Falls Amvets Post #49 and the Iowa Army National Guard. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Trinity Episcopal Parish or to the Disabled American Veterans. The Locke Funeral Home of Waterloo, is in charge of the arrangements.

Mel was born on April 26, 1947 in Iowa Falls, the son of Ray and Genny Register Valentine. He married Linda Pommrehn on June 7, 1968 at the St. Matthews by the Bridge Episcopal Church in Iowa Falls. Mel served in the 101st Airborne 327th Infantry during Vietnam. He graduated from the Des Moines East High School in 1965 and received a BA in Social Work from UNI in 1987. Mel worked at John Deere for 30 years, retiring in 2002. He had served on the Local 838 Employee Assistance Program Committee for 24 years, the Amalgamated Chair for 4 years and was the author and main contributor of the UAW Local 838, Our History published in 1978.

He was an active member of the Trinity Episcopal Parish. He was a 35-year AA member and a member of the American Legion, National Order of the Purple Heart and Disabled American Veterans.

Mel is survived by his wife, Linda of Waterloo; daughters, Wendy (Scott Van Dorn) Valentine of Iowa Falls, Melinda (Kevin Davis) Valentine Davis of Waterloo and Amanda (Nate Whitesell) Valentine of Waterloo; six grandchildren, Joseph Repp, Spencer Davis, Logan Davis, Isabella Davis, Hope Valentine and one on the way; brother, Robert (LouAnn) Valentine of Pelion, South Carolina; and a sister, Susan (Rick) Churchill of Charlotte, North Carolina.

He was preceded in death by his parents.
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Rita Lynn Palmer Widmann
June 1, 1948-September 12, 2012

September 19, 2012

IOWA FALLS—Rita Lynn Palmer Widmann, 64, of Iowa Falls, passed away on Wednesday, September 12, 2012, at her home.

Rita Palmer Widmann donated her body to the University of Iowa Deeded Body Program. Private memorial services will be held at a later date, with burial in the Union Cemetery, Iowa Falls. Memorials may be directed to the family. The Linn’s Funeral Homes Iowa Falls Chapel assisted Rita and her family with her donation.

Rita Lynn Palmer, was born on June 1, 1948 in Alden, to Gladyce Marjorie (Stockdale) and Arthur Kirby Palmer. She graduated from the Iowa Falls High School in 1966 and Iowa Central Community College in Webster City and Ellsworth Community College, Iowa Falls and received her nursing degree as a registered nurse in 1986. She worked as a nursing aide for 20 years and as a registered nurse for 20 years with the Scenic Manor Care Facility, Iowa Falls. Rita was married to David Goodell on June 18, 1966 in Eldora. The couple later divorced. She married Roger Earl Widmann on April 27, 1968 in Irene, South Dakota. They also were later divorced.

Rita is survived by her children, Roger Paul (Stephanie) Widmann of Iowa Falls, Aaron Jason Widmann of Alden and Molly Stephanie (Dean) Vrba of Adel; brothers, Gary (Linda) Palmer and Barry Edel; and sister, Sharon (Vernon) Caruth, all of Iowa Falls.

She was preceded in death by her parents; an infant daughter, Michele Goodell; and brother, Jimmy Palmer.
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Neva M. Meyer
July 28, 1937-September 13, 2012

September 22, 2012

ALDEN—Neva M. Meyer, 75, passed away on Thursday, September 13, 2012, at the Maynes Grove Recreation Area, Franklin County.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, September 18, at the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Alden, with Pastor David Splett officiating. Burial was in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Grant Township, Franklin County. Memorials may be directed to the family. The Linn’s Funeral Homes Iowa Falls Chapel was entrusted with the arrangements.

Neva Mae Doss, was born on July 28, 1937 at Hubbard, the daughter of Albert William Doss and Henrietta Marie Lydia (Panthen) Doss. She graduated from the Eldora Community Schools. On June 30, 1957, she was united in marriage to Russell Eugene Meyer at the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Eldora. To this union five children were born, Randall, Laurie, Linda, Tammy and Keith. Neva was a housewife and homemaker, but did work outside the home cooking for the Dows Care Center, Scenic Manor Care Facility and baking for over 10 years at Hy-Vee Bakery, Iowa Falls.

She was a member of the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Alden, where she taught Sunday School. She was a 4-H Leader and also enjoyed quilting with the Ladies Circle of the Alden Church, her 500 Club and a local stamping group. Neva enjoyed fishing, shopping, traveling, eating out and attending her grandchildren’s various activities. She was devoted to the family and will be deeply missed.

Neva Mae Meyer is survived by her husband, Russell Eugene Meyer of Iowa Falls; her children, Randy (Shauna) Meyer of Iowa Falls, Laurie (T. J.) Norman of Iowa Falls, Linda (Daniel) Smith of Tampa, Florida, Tammy (Todd) Merklin of Iowa Falls and Keith (Jill) Meyer of Hudson; 11 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; two sisters, Minnie (Ernest) Barz of Eldora and Pauline (Kenny) Barz of Eldora; and two brothers, Ted (Lil) Doss of Hobbs, New Mexico and Armin (Anita) Doss of Shakopee, Minnesota.
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Brent W. Loring
November 6, 1956-September 14, 2012

September 19, 2012

IOWA FALLS—Brent W. Loring, 55, of Iowa Falls, died on Friday, September 14, 2012, at his home.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Thursday, September 20, at the Bethany Lutheran Church in Iowa Falls. Visitation will be from 5-7:00 p.m., on Wednesday, at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls.

Brent W. Loring, was born on November 6, 1956 in Webster City, the son of Thomas and Norma (Matthews) Loring. He graduated from the Webster City High School in 1975 and also graduated from UNI. On August 24, 1985, Brent was united in marriage to Elaine Boe in Durango, Colorado. He was a farmer and also worked for the TSA at the Waterloo Airport. He was a member of the Bethany Lutheran Church in Iowa Falls.

Brent is survived by his wife, Elaine; three sons, Miles Thomas Loring of North Liberty, Brian Robert Loring of Denver, Colorado and Colin Beecher Loring of Iowa Falls; and two brothers, Brian K. Loring of Iowa City and Bryce T. Loring of Des Moines.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, Bradley J. Loring.
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Lucille O. Merrigan
January 31, 1926 September 14, 2012

September 19, 2012

CEDAR RAPIDS—Lucille O. Merrigan, 86, of Cedar Rapids, died on Friday, September 14, 2012, at the Northbrook Manor Care Center.

Graveside services were held on Tuesday, September 18, in the Cedar Memorial Park Cemetery. The Cedar Memorial Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. Memorial donations may be given to the charity of the donor’s choice.

Lucille was born on January 31, 1926 in Dows, to George and Anna Mae Musson. She married Marvin Merrigan on November 26, 1948 in Des Moines. She started her career as an x-ray technician and retired as an administrative secretary at Elmhurst Memorial Hospital in Illinois. Lucille loved investing as a hobby.

Survivors include four sons, Michael of Cedar Rapids, Daniel of Chicago, Illinois, Steven of Fox Lake, Illinois and Timothy of Tomahawk, Wisconsin; a daughter, Kathleen Merrigan of Seattle, Washington; seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
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Dagmar Vidal Johansen
December 10, 1917-September 14, 2012

September 19, 2012

LONGWOOD, Florida—Dagmar Vidal Johansen, 94, of Longwood, Florida and formerly of Hampton, died on Friday, September 14, 2012, at the Village on the Green Hospice in Longwood.

A celebration of Dagmar’s life will be held on Saturday, September 22, at the St. John’s Lutheran Church, rural Coulter, at 11:00 a.m. Memorials may be directed to Dr. Peter Vidal, Garner, Iowa.

Dagmar, the daughter of Peter and Mette Miller Lund, was born on December 10, 1917 in Hampton. She attended the Hampton High School, Grand View University and Iowa State Teachers College. Dagmar taught country school at the Maysville School, south of Hampton, where she arrived at the crack of dawn to light the facility’s woodstove. Students in Garner, Cherokee and Mason City benefited during her teaching service to those communities. During World War II, she worked as a weather spotter for the National Weather Service in Salt Lake City, Utah. In 1942, while attending summer school at Colorado State University, Ft. Collins, Colorado, Dagmar met a tall, veterinary student named Lewis Vidal. They married in June 1944. The couple made their home in Hampton until Dr. Vidal’s death in 1990. Dagmar moved to Miami, Florida in 1992. While living in Miami, she was active in community affairs such as Habitat for Humanity, the Jackie Gleason Theater and Church by the Sea, Oldsmare, Florida. In 1992, Dagmar married Ove Johansen, a childhood friend, and moved to Longwood to be with him there. Ove died in 1997. Dagmar resided at the Village on the Green until her death.

Dagmar was a devout Christian, teacher, bridge player, hospital volunteer, baker, cook, seamstress, worrier, giggler and above all else, a Dane and a Democrat. While living in Hampton, she was involved in many civic and church activities. She was a member of the St. John’s Lutheran Church, Franklin General Hospital Auxiliary, the Hampton Country Club, As You Like It club, Franklin County Democrats and was a Cub Scout den mother. In 1960, she was a delegate to the Democratic National Convention, which nominated John Kennedy. By 1964, Dagmar was a member of the Iowa Democratic State Central Committee, representing the Third Congressional District. In 1972, she was elected to serve on the Executive Committee of the Democratic National Committee, being reelected in 1976 and 1980. Dagmar attended five Democratic National (presidential) Conventions and the inaugurations of John Kennedy and Jimmy Carter.

She loved music and songs, flowers and spirited debate. Dagmar lived during an awesome sweep of time: from herding sheep with her father, to the railhead south of Hampton, to the White House — a Democrat to the end.

Left to mourn her passing are her children, Kathy Vidal of Staten Island, New York, Robert Vidal of Hampton, Dr. Peter Vidal of Garner and Leonard Vidal of Daytona Beach, Florida; grandchildren, Kirsten Shaw, Jade (Doug) Stull, Dr. Logan Vidal, Colette and Chanel Vidal, Ethan and Victoria Vidal; great-granddaughter, Jensina; and great-great-grandchildren, Jesse, Jenna, Timmy and Robert.
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Lillian Lou Ann Walters
Friday, September 14, 2012

September 19, 2012

CEDAR FALLS—Lillian Lou Ann Walters, died on Friday, September 14, 2012, at the Cedar Falls Health Care Center in Cedar Falls, of natural causes.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, September 18, at the Hitesville Gospel Hall, rural Aplington, with burial in the Oak Hill Cemetery in Parkersburg. The Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home in Parkersburg, was in charge of the arrangements.
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Gary Douglas Warman
July 12, 1942-August 18, 2012

September 19, 2012

PHOENIX, Arizona—Gary Douglas Warman, a longtime resident of both Alden and Iowa Falls, passed away on Saturday, August 18, 2012. Gary suffered from pulmonary fibrosis (farmer’s lung) and died peacefully at the North Mountain Medical and Rehabilitation Center, in Phoenix, Arizona. He had lived in the Phoenix area for the last two years.

Thinking of others even in his last days, Gary donated his body to the Biological Resource Center in Arizona for medical research. His memorial service will be on Saturday, September 22, at 10:00 a.m., at the Alden United Methodist Church in Alden. The committal service will be held in the Alden cemetery and lunch will follow at the church.

Gary was born on July 12, 1942 in Iowa Falls. He spent his early elementary school years in Iowa Falls and one year in country school. Then he moved on to the Alden Community School District, where he graduated in 1961. He attended Ellsworth Community College in Iowa Falls. In May of 1963, Gary enlisted in the United States Navy. After boot camp, he received his officers’ training in Pensacola, Florida. He went on to serve for over 24 years as both an active duty officer and in the Navy Reserves. During his career, he flew reconnaissance missions and was stationed throughout the world. He retired from the Navy as a lieutenant commander. While in the Navy Reserves, Gary attended Iowa State University (ISU) and graduated with a degree in agricultural business. He loved attending ISU sporting events and was a regular participant in pre-game festivities.

A longtime Republican activist, Gary held many leadership positions on the Hardin County Republican Central Committee. He was also a Mason and a member of the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign War. Gary’s talents were abundant. Not only did he help both his brother and brother-in-law farm, he spent many years as an insurance agent and his interest in flying never waned. He flew political candidates around the state of Iowa and also flew for United Parcel Service.

Gary’s family and friends will miss him dearly, however his sense of humor will keep us smiling.

He is survived by his brother, Craig Hamilton (Linda) Warman of Ottumwa; and sisters, Karen L. (Leroy) Hayes of Urbandale and Connie L. (Lurlin) Hoelscher of Williams; as well as many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Leonard Orville Warman and Thelma LaVeda Hamilton Warman; and three siblings, Betty Lou Warman, Jeanine Eloise Warman and an infant brother.

In lieu of flowers, consider donating to your favorite charity or helping a neighbor in need. The Linn’s Funeral Homes Iowa Falls Chapel is assisting the family with the arrangements.
© Iowa Falls Times Citizen 2012

Charles D. "Chuck" Harper
September 6, 1941-July 29, 2012

September 19, 2012

SARASOTA, Florida—Charles D. “Chuck” Harper, 70, of Sarasota, Florida, formerly of Hampton and Iowa Falls, died on Sunday, July 29, 2012.

Memorial services will be held at 1:30 p.m., on Monday, September 24, at the Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton. Visitation will be held from 4-7:00 p.m., on Sunday, September 23, at the Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton. Burial of cremains will take place in the Harlan Cemetery in rural Dumont. The family requests no flowers. Donations can be made to the Ellsworth Community College Foundation, Iowa Falls.

Born at home in Hansell, he was a Master Bricklayer for 50 years working for Seedorf Masonry of Strawberry Point, with his brother, Wayne, at Harper Brothers Masonry and for himself at Harper Custom Masonry. He attended the University of Northern Iowa, majoring in construction technology and went on to become an associate professor of masonry construction at the Iowa Valley Community College, Ellsworth Campus in Iowa Falls from 1987-1997. He retired in 1997 and moved to Florida in 2005. His masonry artistry can be seen all over the state of Iowa, especially in the Hampton and Iowa Falls areas.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Cletis and Valera Harper; and his brother, Wayne.

He is survived by his wife, Pam; son, Mike of Hampton; daughter, Susan of Orlando, Florida; granddaughters, Brandi Watt of Des Moines and Tasha of Hampton; grandsons, Joshua and Jordan of Hampton; a great-grandson, Kobe Watt; three brothers, R.J. of Hampton, Steve of Ft. Myers, Florida and Daryl of Tripoli, Washington; aunt, Doris Knueppel; and 11 nieces and nephews. And of course, his little dog Annie who rarely left his side and slept at his feet throughout his final months.

The family wishes to acknowledge the most special care he received from the Tidewell Hospice and the Heartland North Rehabilitation in Sarasota.
© Iowa Falls Times Citizen 2012

Justin “Billy” Eisentrager
March 5, 1981-September 16, 2012

September 22, 2012

ALDEN—Justin “Billy” Eisentrager, 31, of Alden, passed away on Sunday, September 16, 2012, at his home in Alden.

Memorial services were held on Thursday, September 20, at the First United Methodist Church in Sheffield. Burial took place in the Hillside Cemetery in Sheffield. Pastor Sandi Gobeli officiated. The Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton, was in charge of the arrangements.

Justin “Billy” Eisentrager, was born on March 5, 1981 in Mason City, to Galen and Marlene (Malone) Eisentrager. He graduated from the SCMT High School in Sheffield. Justin had worked at Sukup Manufacturing in Sheffield, Eaton Corporation in Belmond, Plastic Recycling of Iowa Falls and he was currently working at IVESCO in Iowa Falls.

He enjoyed golfing, bicycling where he enjoyed going on RAGBRAI and the Burr ride, target shooting, motorcycling and snowmobiling. Justin was a member of the Moose Lodge in Iowa Falls.

He is survived by his parents, Galen and Marlene Eisentrager of Hampton; brother, Tony and Christy Eisentrager of Sheffield; niece, Kacie Eisentrager and nephew, Parker Eisentrager of Sheffield; and maternal grandmother, Lorraine Malone of Sheffield.

Justin was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Earl and Mildred Eisentrager; maternal grandfather, John Joseph Malone; aunt, Janice Wiemann; and his uncle, Dean Eisentrager.
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John W. Meyer
Sunday, September 16, 2012

September 22, 2012

CLARION—John Meyer, 74, of Clarion, passed away on Sunday, September 16, 2012, at the Rotary Ann Nursing Home in Eagle Grove.

A memorial Mass will be held on Saturday, September 22, at 11:00 a.m., at the St. John’s Catholic Church in Clarion. Inurnment will take place at a later date. The Ewing Funeral Home in Clarion, is in charge of the arrangements.
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Edith Willer
Tuesday, September 18, 2012

September 22, 2012

PEOSTA—Edith Willer, 84, of Peosta, formerly of Reinbeck, passed away on Tuesday, September 18, 2012, in Peosta.

A memorial service will be held on Monday, September 24, at 10:30 a.m., at the United Methodist Church in Reinbeck. Visitation will be from 4-6:00 p.m., on Sunday, at the French-Hand Funeral Home in Reinbeck. Inurnment will follow the memorial service in the Reinbeck Cemetery.
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Griffeth Carlson Troester
Tuesday, September 18, 2012

September 22, 2012

HAMPTON—Griffeth Carlson Troester, 87, of Hampton, passed away on Tuesday, September 18, 2012, at his home in Hampton.

Services were held on Friday, September 21, at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Hampton. Burial was in the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church Cemetery in Latimer. The Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton, was in charge of the arrangements.
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G. Jean Frey
Wednesday, September 19, 2012

September 22, 2012

APLINGTON—G. Jean Frey, 83, of Aplington, died on Wednesday, September 19, 2012, at the Maple Manor Village in Aplington, of natural causes.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Monday, September 24, at the Hitesville Gospel Hall, with burial in the Hitesville Cemetery, both in rural Aplington. Visitation will be from 2-6:00 p.m., on Sunday, at the Redman-Schwartz Funeral Chapel in Aplington and will continue for one hour prior to the services at the Hall on Monday.
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Gordon Rabe
June 16, 1929-September 20, 2012

September 26, 2012

IOWA FALLS—Gordon Rabe, 83, of Iowa Falls, died on Thursday, September 20, 2012, at the Scenic Manor in Iowa Falls.

Funeral services were held on Monday, September 24, at the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls, with burial in the Union Cemetery. The Surls Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

Gordon John Rabe, was born on June 16, 1929 in Alta Vista, the son of Emil and Jeannette (Schoeneman) Rabe. Gordon then moved to Iowa Falls when he was 2 years old. Gordon attended the Ellis No. 2 Country School until he and Ken Wood were bigger than the teacher. He then went to Owasa and then the Iowa Falls High School, where he played football, basketball and baseball. Following graduation, Gordon joined the National Guard Red Bull Division and served seven years through World War II where he was a sergeant first class and drove armed tanks. On March 4, 1951, Gordon was united in marriage to Gretchen Tjaden at the Congregational Church in Iowa Falls. Together they lived in town for one year, then lived in Lee Center for five years, and then moved to Ellis where they started their family of seven children.

Gordon enjoyed fishing, family vacations each year after the county fair and watching his kids and grandkids in activities. Gordon had farmed all of his life. He was a member of the Ellis United Methodist Church, was on the school board for 12 years as president, helped start the Hardin County Pork Producers and was president and Master Pork Producer, Cattle Producers, Ellsworth Community College, he was a member of the Iowa Falls Elks Club B.P.O.E. #1674, he was a 4H Leader and was on the council. Gordon sold Badger Equipment and Calumet, was a salesman for Funks G corn, he was on the Buckeye coop, the ECC Foundation Board, and the Ellis Township Drainage Committee, and he was a church chairman for the Ellis Church and an Ellis Township Trustee.

Gordon is survived by his wife, Gretchen; seven children, Sue Taylor and her husband, Mike, Jane Hansen, Nancy Lathrop and her husband, Jeff, Joe Rabe and his wife, Lari, Mary Rabe, Gary Rabe and Judy Adams and her husband, Shawn, all of Iowa Falls; a brother, Jim Rabe of Lebanon, Missouri; his grandchildren, Evan, Ryan, Braden (Courtney), Caitlyn and Quinn Taylor, Brian (Samantha), Sarah and Nick Hansen, Eston and Kiley Lathrop, Tara (Andy) Reinders, Matt (Kassi) and Julie Rabe, Emily (Dave) England and Eric Meyer, John and David Rabe and Amanda, Hannah and Nate Adams; and his great-grandchildren, Brody Taylor, Tyne and Elody England, Hailey Reinders and Daxon Hansen.

He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Stan, Robert and Donald Rabe; and a granddaughter, Kristin Taylor.
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Everett Uhrhammer
November 3, 1917-September 21, 2012

September 29, 2012

HUBBARD—Everett Uhrhammer, 94, of Hubbard, died on Friday, September 21, 2012, at the Hubbard Care Center in Hubbard.

Funeral services were held on Monday, September 24, at the St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Hubbard, with Pastor Matthew Rueger and Vicar Zelwyn Heide officiating. Everett was buried in the Hubbard Cemetery. Flag folding and presentation were performed by the American Legion Post #317, Radcliffe. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hubbard Care Center or to the St. John’s Lutheran Church. The Boeke Funeral Home of Hubbard, was in charge of the arrangements.

Everett Uhrhammer, was born on November 3, 1917 in Polk County, near St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin, to William J. and Mary (Clemmensen) Uhrhammer. He attended the Trap Rock Rural School and graduated from the Milltown High School in 1938. Everett was baptized and confirmed at the Redeemer Lutheran Church, rural St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin and was a lifelong member of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod. He was a member of the St. John’s Lutheran Church, Hubbard, all of his married life and served as elder, treasurer, financial secretary, deacon and Sunday School Superintendent.

Everett was drafted into the Army in January 1942. During the war, he served in the 804th Tank Destroyer Battalion which was attached to the 5th Army. He served in Ireland, England and in the North African and Italian campaigns as a message center chief with the rank of sergeant.

He was united in marriage to Esther Lepper on November 27, 1945, in Hubbard. They resided all their married life on the farm where Esther grew up. They operated a dairy farm and raised livestock and grain. In his later years, Everett enjoyed gardening, golfing, playing cards and watching sports, especially the Green Bay Packers and Wisconsin Badgers. His family was very dear to him.

Everett was preceded in death by his parents, William and Mary Uhrhammer; his four sisters, Lucille Johnson, Evelyn Gruener, Alma Uhrhammer and Fay White; and two brothers, Clarence and Myles Uhrhammer.

Survivors are his wife of almost 67 years, Esther; his son, Allan (Denise) Uhrhammer; his daughter, Virginia (Alan) Dubberke; his granddaughter, Lisa (Mark) Tjernagel; his grandson, Jeffrey Uhrhammer; great-grandchildren, Dylan and Madison Tjernagel; as well as many nieces and nephews.
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Anna Mae Cook
October 23, 1933-September 22, 2012

September 26, 2012

ALDEN—Anna Mae Cook, 78, of Alden, died on Saturday, September 22, 2012, at the Scenic Manor in Iowa Falls.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, September 25, at the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Alden, with burial in the Alden Cemetery. The Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls, was in charge of the arrangements.

The heavens shine brighter since Anna’s departure on Saturday, September 22, 2012. She fought a brave and courageous battle with diabetes and kidney failure. She approached the end of her life the same way she did her entire life, with determination and humor. Anna Mae was born on October 23, 1933, to Emil and Dorothy Mae (Whipple) Ulrich, in a small farm south of Alden. She was the second of seven children. Anna married Leonard Owen Cook on August 10, 1950 and traveled with him to El Paso, Texas, where Leonard "Shorty" was assigned to duty at the Army base there. Their years together involved travels across the United States to visit friends and family. While Leonard was busy with his job as superintendent of Iowa Limestone, Anna was kept busy as a wife and mother. When their two daughters, Debborah Mae and Karla Jean, had graduated from the Alden Schools, she went to work at Schultz Department Store. She quickly rose through the ranks and became department head manager. She worked at Schultz for 15 years until the store was closed. This was followed by a short one-year employment with Boyt Manufacturing. When Leonard became disabled and was diagnosed with cancer, Anna retired to stay at home and care for him. Anna has been a member of the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Alden since her baptism 78 years ago.

Survivors include her two daughters, Deb (Cook) Meyer and husband, Lee Meyer of Fairfax and Karla Cook and fiancé, Richard Christensen of Balsam Lake, Wisconsin; five grandchildren, Lucas Meyer of Aurora, Colorado, Terra Turner of Denver, Colorado, Melissa (Meyer) Carlson and husband, Coltrane Carlson of Roland, Andrea Turner of St. Cloud, Minnesota and Justin Christensen of Balsam Lake, Wisconsin; one great-grandson, Owen D. Meyer of Johnston; one brother, Leowen Ulrich and wife, Grace of Iowa Falls; three sisters, all living in the Iowa Falls area: Karen (Ulrich) Crosser, Carol (Ulrich) Banner and husband, Bob and Kathy (Ulrich) Dougan and husband, Bill; and one sister-in-law, Bev Ulrich of Iowa Falls; and by several nieces, nephews and cousins who have played a very loving part of her life.

Anna was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard Cook; three children that were born premature; her parents, Emil and Dorothy (Whipple) Ulrich; two brothers, David Ulrich and Walter Ulrich; one brother-in-law, Gary Crosser Sr.; and one great-grandson, Robert Lee Meyer.

Anna’s wonderful sense of humor and kind, generous nature will be missed by many. Rest in peace, Anna, we will look forward to being with you again.
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Donna Reiland
Saturday, September 22, 2012

September 26, 2012

CLARION—Donna Reiland, 82, of Ankeny, formerly of Clarion, passed away on Saturday, September 22, 2012, at the Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Wednesday, September 26, at the Clarion Church of Christ in Clarion. Burial will follow in the St. John’s Catholic Cemetery in Clarion. Visitation will be one hour prior to the services at the church. The Ewing Funeral Home in Clarion, is in charge of the arrangements.
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Sam Henry Gerloff
Sunday, September 23, 2012

September 26, 2012

NEW HARTFORD—Sam Henry Gerloff, 20, of New Hartford, died on Sunday, September 23, 2012, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident near Reinbeck.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Thursday, September 27, at the Bethel Lutheran Church in Parkersburg. Burial will be in the Fairfield Township Cemetery, rural New Hartford. Visitation will be from 4-8:00 p.m., on Wednesday, at the church and will continue for one hour prior to the services at the church on Thursday. The Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home in Parkersburg, is in charge of the arrangements.
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Marcia Barrett
Monday, September 24, 2012

September 29, 2012

PARKERSBURG—Marcia Barrett, 62, of Parkersburg, died on Monday, September 24, 2012, at her home, following a battle with cancer.

Funeral services were held on Friday, September 28, at the Stout Gospel Hall in Stout, with burial in the Oak Hill Cemetery, Parkersburg. The Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home in Parkersburg, was in charge of the arrangements.
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Eleanor W. Bruns
Monday, September 24, 2012

September 29, 2012

DUMONT—Eleanor W. Bruns, 92, of Dumont, passed away on Monday, September 24, 2012, at the Dumont Wellness Center.

Funeral services were held on Thursday, September 27, at the Dumont Reformed Church. Burial took place in the Washington Reformed Church Cemetery in rural Ackley. The Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Dumont, was in charge of the arrangements.
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Alice Modlin
February 3, 1918-September 25, 2012

September 29, 2012

IOWA FALLS—Alice Modlin, 94, of Iowa Falls, died on Tuesday, September 25, 2012, at the Scenic Manor Nursing Home in Iowa Falls.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m., on Saturday, September 29, at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls, with burial in the Union Cemetery.

Alice Emily Modlin, was born on February 3, 1918 in Riceville, to Clark and Effie (Ford) Jennison. Alice graduated from the Clarion High School. On January 25, 1939, Alice was united in marriage to Ralph Modlin at the Little Brown Church in Nashua. She was involved with the Pak-N-Go-Campers and also card clubs.

Alice is survived by four children, Donald Modlin and his significant other, Diane of Parkersburg, Gary (Barb) Modlin of Maple Grove, Minnesota, Karen (Clark) Tufte of Hastings, Minnesota and Janis (Kent) Chaplin of Iowa Falls; eight grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and one sister, Margaret Schuffleman of Corwith.

She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; an infant daughter, Dorothy; and a daughter-in-law, Jane Modlin.
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Sandrea “Sandi” J. (Mittelstadt) Caruth
May 10, 1949-September 25, 2012

September 29, 2012

IOWA FALLS—Sandrea “Sandi” J. (Mittelstadt) Caruth, 63, of Iowa Falls, passed away on Tuesday, September 25, 2012, at the Ellsworth Municipal Hospital, Iowa Falls.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Saturday, September 29, at the First United Methodist Church, Iowa Falls. Burial will be in the Union Cemetery, Iowa Falls. Memorials may be directed to the family. The Linn’s Funeral Homes Iowa Falls Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Sandrea Jean Mittelstadt, was born on May 10, 1949 at Hampton, the daughter of Herbert and Iris Jean (Hartgrave) Mittelstadt. She attended the Hampton Community Schools, graduating with the class of 1967. After high school she attended Ellsworth College, Iowa Falls. On July 10, 1971, Sandi was united in marriage to Glenn Donald Caruth at the United Methodist Church, Hampton. To this union three children were born, Eric, Tyson and Sabrina. She was employed as the office manager for the Iowa Falls Roofing Co. for 35 years.

She was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Iowa Falls, singing for many years in the choir. She was also a member of the Ellsworth Hospital Auxiliary (holding many offices including past president), the Ellsworth College E-Club, Etude, the Iowa Falls State Bank Millennium Club and also helped with the annual Miss Iowa Falls Pageant.

Sandi Caruth is survived by her husband, Glenn Caruth of Iowa Falls; her children, Eric (fiancée, Angela Russo) Caruth of Dearborn Heights, Michigan, Tyson Caruth of Norfolk, Virginia and Sabrina (Tony) Vanatter of Iowa Falls; five grandchildren, Makaella and Charles Caruth of Lake Orion, Michigan and Chaz, Taylor and Kylie Vanatter of Iowa Falls; her siblings, Terry Mittelstadt of Hampton and Sherry (Keith) Miller of Urbandale; and six nephews and three nieces.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Herbert and Iris Mittelstadt; and her father-in-law, C. Glen Caruth.
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James William Havens
August 5, 1939-September 25, 2012

October 24, 2012

PALO ALTO, California—James William Havens, passed away on Tuesday, September 25, 2012, in Stanford Hospital at Palo Alto, California.

A veteran of the U.S. Army, he served from 1957-1960. He and his family resided in Iowa Falls for many years before moving to Phoenix, Arizona. In 2006, he moved to Palo Alto, California, to be near his oldest son. Jim was born on August 5, 1939 in Iowa Falls, to Robert W. and Velma (Dass) Havens, both deceased.

He is survived by his three children, David Havens of Palo Alto, California, Mark and Linda (Havens) McClure of Phoenix, Arizona and Jon and Becky Havens of Altoona, Iowa; as well as his sister, Joan Havens-Kester of Naples, Florida and brother, Gary Havens of Iowa Falls.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Robert Allen Havens; and son, Timothy Havens.

His family, including grandchildren and nieces and nephews, will greatly miss his kindness, love and humor.
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Helen Lorene Homer
Tuesday, September 25, 2012

September 29, 2012

AREDALE—Helen Lorene Homer, 72, of Aredale, passed away at her home on Tuesday, September 25, 2012.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Saturday, September 29, at the United Methodist Church in Aredale. The Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Dumont, is in charge of the arrangements.
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Evelyn Rewoldt
Tuesday, September 25, 2012

September 29, 2012

CEDAR FALLS—Evelyn Rewoldt, 92, of Cedar Falls, died on Tuesday, September 25, 2012, at the Cedar Falls Lutheran Home in Cedar Falls.

Funeral services were held on Friday, September 28, at the New Alyaday Life Scapes in Cedar Falls. The Surls Funeral Home of Iowa Falls, was in charge of the arrangements.
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Ivadean M. Frey
Friday, September 28, 2012

October 3, 2012

PARKERSBURG—Ivadean M. Frey, 82, of Parkersburg, died on Friday, September 28, 2012, at the Allen Memorial Hospital, Waterloo, from natural causes.

Memorial services were held on Tuesday, October 2, at the Hope Reformed Church in Parkersburg, with inurnment at a later date in the Oak Hill Cemetery in Parkersburg. The Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home in Parkersburg, was in charge of the arrangements.
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Victor Charles Bohls
Saturday, September 29, 2012

October 3, 2012

DUMONT—Victor Charles Bohls, 77, of Dumont, passed away on Saturday, September 29, 2012, at the Franklin General Hospital in Hampton.

A memorial service will be held at 1:30 p.m., on Friday, October 5, at the St. James Lutheran Church in Allison, with the Rev. Jeffrey A. Blank officiating. There will be no visitation. The Sietsema Vogel Funeral Home of Dumont, is in charge of the arrangements.
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Goodyear Memorial

October 3, 2012

There will be a memorial for Bob and Betty Goodyear, on Saturday, October 6, 2012, from 1-4:00 p.m., at 1415 Crescent Drive, Iowa Falls. Family and friends are invited.
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