March 26-31, 2006

Obituary Archive

Mason City

Globe Gazette
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The Mason City Globe Gazette year 2006 archive

Published Sunday, March 26, 2006.

Eleanor M. Wright

CHARLES CITY —Eleanor M. Wright, 82, of Charles City died Friday (March 24, 2006) at the Ninth St. Chautauqua Guest Home in Charles City.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, 200 S. Main St. in Charles City with the Rev. David Werges officiating. Interment will be in Sunnyside Memory Gardens, Charles City.

Visitation will be from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday at the church prior to the service.

Those wishing to extend memorials or expressions of sympathy, may direct them to St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church.

Fullerton-Hage-Funeral Home and Cremation Services, (641) 228-4211.

www.fullertonfh.com.

Marjorie A. Olson

CLARION — Marjorie A. Olson, 78, of Clarion, died Saturday (March 25, 2006) at her home in Clarion.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday at the First Lutheran Church in Clarion with Pastor Gary Boen officiating. Burial will be in Holmes Lutheran Cemetery in Holmes.

Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday at First Lutheran Church in Clarion.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to the American Cancer Society or First Lutheran Church Sew Day.

Ewing Dugger Helgeson Funeral Home, 602 North Main Street, Clarion, (515) 532-2233.

Laurel Kirstein

CLARION — Laurel Kirstein, 85, of Clarion, died Friday (March 24, 2006) at USA Healthcare Center in Clarion.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday at the United Methodist Church in Clarion with Pastor Don Morrison officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery in Clarion.

Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday at Ewing Dugger Helgeson Funeral Home, 602 N. Main St., Clarion and one hour prior to services Tuesday at the church.

Ewing Dugger Helgeson Funeral Home, (515) 532-2233.

Vernon R. Smith

CLARION — Vernon R. Smith, 84, of Clarion died Friday (March 24, 2006) at his home.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday at the United Church of Christ Congregational in Clarion with Pastor Curt Miner officiating. Burial will be at the Evergreen Cemetery in Clarion.

Visitation will be from 2 to 5 p.m. today at the Ewing Dugger Helgeson Funeral Home, 602 N. Main St., Clarion and one hour prior to services at the church. A Masonic service will be held at 5:00 p.m. today.

Ewing Dugger Helgeson Funeral Home, (515) 532-2233.

Brianna Elizabeth Boyd

January. 9, 2006-March 21, 2006

Briana Elizabeth passed away peacefully while sleeping at her home in Myrtle Beach, S.C. Her too brief presence in the lives of her parents, Coty and Crystal Boyd and brother, Dylan, will be intensely missed. Her memory will be cherished forever.

Those who mourn with Coty, Crystal and Dylan include grandparents, Roy and Terry Carroll, of Crossville, Tenn., great-grandparents, James Iori, of Fairfield, Tenn., and great-grandparents Leroy and Dorothy Carroll of Jellico, Tenn. Briana’s family in Iowa include grandparents, Sandi Boyd, Chuck Boyd and wife, Mindy, of Mason City; great-grandmother, Edna Boyd, of Rock Falls, great-grandparents, Jo and Roger Nuehring, of Hampton; and great-great-grandmother, Edna Hoffman, of Mason City.

Funeral services were held Thursday, March 23, in Myrtle Beach, S.C.

Condolences may be sent to Briana’s parents, Coty and Crystal Boyd, Unit 12D, 200 Rittenhouse Rd. Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29588.

The family requests memorials be sent to the SIDS Foundation.

“Let the children come to me, and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of heaven.” Matthew 19:14.

Robert L. Thompson

MASON CITY — Robert L. Thompson, 84, of Mason City died Friday (March 24, 2006) at Mercy Medical Center North Iowa, Mason City.

Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday at St. John’s Lutheran Church, rural Garner with the Rev. Carl Hedberg officiating. Inurnment will be at a later time in St. John’s Cemetery.

Visitation will be one hour before the service on Thursday at the church.

Memorials may be given to St. John’s Lutheran Church.

Ward-Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, 101 N. Fourth St., Clear Lake, (641) 357-2193.

www.colonialchapels.com.

Glen Crapser

BELMOND — Glen Crapser, 97, of Belmond, died Saturday (March 25, 2006) at the Belmond Health Care Center.

Memorial services will be held at a later date. The Dugger Ewing Funeral Home, 111 Luick’s Lane S., Belmond is in charge of arrangements.

Dugger Ewing Funeral Home, (641) 444-3248.

Barbara J. Dohler

ST. ANSGAR — Barbara J. Dohler, 62, of St. Ansgar died Friday (March 24, 2006) at St. Mary’s Hospital in Rochester, Minn.

Memorial services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday at the St. Ansgar United Methodist Church in St. Ansgar with the Rev. Jay Amundson and the Rev. Lloyd Brockmeyer officiating. Burial will take place at the St. Ansgar Cemetery in St. Ansgar.

Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m on Monday at the Schroeder & Sites Funeral Home, 207 S. School St., St. Ansgar.

Schroeder & Sites Funeral Home, (64l) 713-4920.

John Zrostlik

BRITT — John Zrostlik, 86, of Britt, died Saturday (March 25, 2006) at the Westview Care Center, Britt.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at St.Wenceslaus Catholic Church in Duncan with Father Jerry Blake officiating. Burial will be in St. John’s Catholic Cemetery, Duncan.

Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church in Duncan with a 4th-Degree Knights of Columbus rosary at 7 p.m. Visitation will continue one hour prior to services on Tuesday at the church.

Cataldo Funeral Home, (641) 923-2841.

www.cataldofuneralhome.com.

Rose Lorraine Thompson

KANAWHA — Rose Lorraine Thompson, 88, of Kanawha passed away Thursday (March 23, 2006) at Hancock County Memorial Hospital in Britt.

Funeral services for Rose Thompson will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Monday at Kanawha Lutheran Church with Janelle Siffring, AiM and the Rev. Ron Kallem officiating. Burial will be in Amsterdam Township Cemetery near Kanawha.

Visitation will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. today at Ewing Dugger Funeral Home, 118 E. Second St., Kanawha, and one hour prior to services at the church.

Rose, the daughter of Edward and Louise (Hanson) Kallem was born May 16, 1917, in Rothsay, Minn. At a young age, she moved with her family to Nashua, Mont. They then moved to Iowa where Rose finished her education in country schools.

Rose was united in marriage to Milford Thompson on Feb. 11, 1940 in Fort Dodge. The couple lived and farmed in the Kanawha, Gowrie, and LuVerne areas.

Rose was a longtime member of the Kanawha Lutheran Church. She loved her family and the many hours spent with her grandchildren. She enjoyed cooking, sewing quilts, and working with her flowers.

Rose is survived by her husband, Milford, of Kanawha; five children: Virginia (Harlan) Hansen of Rutland, Daryl (Ruby) Thompson of LuVerne, Dennis (Ruthanne) Thompson of Humboldt, David (Holly) Thompson of Kanawha, Douglas (Wendy) Thompson of Goldfield; 17 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; four sisters: Elsie Minor of Marshalltown, Dorothy Cripps of Marshalltown, Jean Lee of Bellevue, Neb., Joyce Champlin of Torrance, Calif.; two brothers: Kenneth Kallem of Marshalltown and Floyd Kallem of Alden; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Louise Kallem; four brothers: Ernest, Donald, James, and Robert; and sister, Vivien Jones.

Ewing Dugger Funeral Chapel, (641) 762-3211.

Mary J. Robinson

BLOOMINGTON, Minn. — Mary J. Robinson, 67, of Bloomington, Minn. passed away on March 3, 2006.

Mary worked as a nurse in St. Paul and New York; was active in her church, women’s groups and Boy Scouts. She was a friend to many and friendly to all.

She was preceded in death by husband, Dr. Charles E. “Robb” Robinson.

She is survived by a son, Colin (Maxine); granddaughter, Gabrielle; siblings, Rosemary Heimkes, Monica (Elwin) Sohm, John (Dorothy) Luskey, Joe (Judy) Luskey, Betty Drucker, Ken (Jan) Luskey, Bill (Joyce) Luskey and Jim Luskey; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Services were held on Friday, March 17, 2006. Interment was in St. Anne’s Cemetery, Le Sueur, Minn.

Gill Brothers Bloomington Chapel was in charge of arrangements.

Gill Brothers, (952) 888-7771.

Anne Irene Brennan

MASON CITY — Anne Irene Brennan, 84, formerly of Linden, N.J., died Friday (March 24, 2006) at the Muse Norris Hospice In-patient Unit, Mason City.

Funeral mass will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday at the St. John the Apostle Church, Clark, N.J. Interment will be in the St. Gertrude Cemetery, Colonia, N.J.

Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the Dooley Funeral Home, Cranford, N.J.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Hospice of North Iowa.

Anne Irene Dulski was born Jan. 10, 1922, in Jersey City, N.J., the daughter of Alexander and Stephanie (Murawski) Dulski. Anne graduated from high school in Jersey City. After school she worked for Western Electric for many years as an inspector of the Trans-Atlantic telephone cable.

Anne was united in marriage to Henry Brennan on Nov. 22, 1958, in Jersey City; to this union a son was born. Anne and Henry moved from New Jersey to Iowa in 1990 to be closer to their son, daughter-in-law, and grandchildren.

Anne loved gardening and spending time with her family and friends. She was a member of the St. John the Apostle Church, Clark, N.J.

Anne is survived by her husband, Henry Brennan, Mason City; son, Dr. Brian Brennan; loving and devoted daughter-in-law, Anne Shipman Brennan, of Sioux Falls, S.D.; grandchildren, Kyle and Julie Brennan, Sioux Falls, S.D.; sister, Angela “Nell” Drogoul, Tinton Falls, N.J.; along with many loving nieces and nephews.

Anne is preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Pauline Gallagher, Helen Dulski, Blanche Dulski; and brother, John Dulski.

Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, (641) 423-2372.

www.colonialchapels.com

J. Harold Baker

BELMOND — J. Harold Baker, 85, a lifelong resident, and farmer, of Belmond, died on Friday (March 24, 2006) at the Belmond Medical Center in Belmond.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the Belmond United Methodist Church. The Reverend Michael Druhl will be officiating. Burial will be in the Belmond Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. today at the Andrews Funeral Home, 516 First St. S.E., in Belmond, and continue one hour prior to the services at the church on Monday.

J. Harold Baker, the son of Guy D. and Mildred (Zook) Baker, was born on Aug. 5, 1920, on a farm in rural Belmond, Iowa. He attended country school and graduated from eighth grade at the Baker School.

As a young man, he began his lifelong passion and career of farming the land, first helping out with the family farming operation and then on his own.

Harold was united in marriage to Lydia Ostendorf, the daughter of Otto F. And Katie (Blau) Ostendorf, on Dec. 14, 1941, at her parents’ home in Alexander. Their union was blessed with a daughter, Cynthia Kay.

Following their marriage, the couple farmed together in rural Belmond, raising crops and dairy cattle for many years. Harold was also a long time seed-corn salesman for “Super-Crossed” Seed Co., today’s “Midwest Genetics.”

Harold’s love for the land and working the fields continued into his 80s when one could often find him in the cab of a tractor or combine diligently assisting his grandsons in the farming operation. Even in the times when he was no longer able to climb into the driver’s seat, his devotion and passion for the farm remained steadfast as he would inquire about how the crops were coming along, what the percentage of moisture was, or share his knowledge with his family about a particular farming task. He was the consumate farmer.

Harold and Lydia were not only partners in the farming operations, they were also partners in life’s journey for nearly 65 years. Harold loved spending time with his family and grandchildren, whether it was a family celebration, on a camping trip, or being a spectator at one of their many extra-curricular activities. He and Lydia were their Number One cheerleaders.

In earlier years, they were avid card players and Harold enjoyed bowling. He was a longtime member of the Belmond Lions Club, and the Belmond United Methodist Church.

In more recent times, one might find Harold peering out across the fields from his farm place west of Belmond watching to see if the grandsons were working the fields in the proper technique, or visiting with family and friends. Harold might also be seen soaking up the sun at the fair as he watched his grandkids participate in various activities, or explored the displays of farm machinery and other exhibits.

He also looked forward to family camping excursions and going out for dinner. He and Lydia might also be seen surrounded by the loving care of their daughter, Cindy.

Those who knew Harold well will also remember his vast knowledge of life on the farm, his sharp wit and straight forward attitude.

Those left to cherish the memory of J. Harold Baker include his wife and life companion of nearly 65 years, Lydia Baker of Belmond; daughter, Cynthia Kay Mayo, and husband, Philip, of Belmond; sister, Ruth Erickson and husband, Robert, of Belmond; brother, Richard Baker and wife, Elaine, of Hampton; grandsons, Philip George Mayo, Jr. “Jody” and wife, Lisa, of Belmond, John Percy Mayo and wife, Michelle, of Belmond, and Eric Thomas Mayo and wife, Christine, of Belmond; great grandchildren, Nichole Marie Mayo, Andrew Taylor Mayo, Corbin Andrew Mayo, Gregory Eugene Collins, Ashlyn Rose Mayo, Victoria Raven Mayo; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and two brothers, Donald and Duane “Jack” Baker.

Andrews Funeral Home, (641) 444-4474.

John Albert Poole

CLEAR LAKE — John Albert Poole, 88, of Apple Valley, 405 27th Ave. S., Clear Lake died Saturday (March 25, 2006) at the Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit, Mason City, Iowa.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 10 a.m. at the Ward-Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, 101 N. 4th St., Clear Lake. Interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Mason City with Military Honors by the Clear Lake V.F.W.

Visitation will be held Monday from 5 to 7 p.m. and one hour before the service on Tuesday at the funeral home.

The family suggests memorials to John A. Poole Memorial fund.

John was born on Jan. 14, 1918, to Jacob and Charlotte (Lechman) Poole at Britt.

On Jan. 8, 1940, he was united in marriage to Maxine E. Skogen, whom he cherished and loved the rest of his life.

After being discharged from the Army, John worked for Sam Kennedy, Clear Lake, and then Jacob E. Decker and Sons from 1942 until his retirement.

John enjoyed keeping his home and yard looking nice and enjoyed his flowers. He also loved going fishing with his son, Ron. They were the best fishing buddies, and John always caught more fish.

Every summer for 20 years, John would go out west with his son, Ron, and daughter-in-law.

John liked to gamble and would go every chance he got. He loved playing cards with his daughter, Beverly, for hours and spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

John is survived by his wife of 66 years, Maxine Poole of Clear Lake; son, Ron Poole and his wife, Shirley, of Clear Lake; five grandchildren: Dawn and her husband, Todd, Liekweg, Rockwell, Michelle and her husband, Dan Wyborny, Rockfalls, Jon and his wife, Sheryl, David and his wife, Kim, and Rod and his wife, Jodi Mariner, all of Mason City; and fifteen great-grandchildren, Chelsey, Casey and Cheyenne Liekweg, Weston, Dalton and Macy Jo Wyborny, Joseph, Kristin, Brittany, Tylan, McKenzie, Jessica, Alex, Lucas and Erika Mariner; and one sister, Jose Linne, Mason City.

He was preceded in death by his loving daughter, Beverly; his parents; two brothers and four sisters.

Ward-Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, (641) 357-2193.

wwwcolonial chapels.com.

William A. Millard

MASON CITY— Bill Millard, 85, of Mason City, formerly of Rudd and Nora Springs, died Saturday (March 25, 2006) at the Muse Norris Inpatient Unit.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 302 Fifth St. S.E., Mason City with the Rev. Harry Koelker officiating. Interment will be in Park Cemetery, Nora Springs. Military rites will be provided by the Nora Springs American Legion Post No. 449.

Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. on Monday, with a wake service at 7 p.m., at Sheckler Funeral Home, 114 North Hawkeye, Nora Springs.

William Anthony Millard was born on Sept. 6, 1920, at home in Cylinder, Iowa, the son of William F. and Frances (Gard) Millard.

Bill’s early years were spent in Garner, where he graduated from high school in 1938. He was recognized for both football and track on the state level. He once ran for six touchdowns in a game.

In 1959 Bill, following in his father’s footsteps, began his career as a railroad depot agent and telegrapher for the Milwaukee Railroad. At one time he and his father were first and second on the seniority board for the entire Milwaukee Railroad. Bill retired in 1980 with more than forty years of service to the railroad. Bill was a 50- year member of the Transportation Communication International Union; he was a continuous member in good standing with the American Legion since 1944; a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Mason City; and Nora Springs American Legion Post No. 449.

On Oct. 29, 1944, he was married to Mary Lou Krall at the Church of the Assumption in Little Turkey, Iowa. He had just returned from a two year stint in the U.S. Navy. To this union were born four children, three sons and a daughter.

Bill will always be remembered for his sharp wit, his fishing stories, and his love of his family and Iowa sports.

Bill is survived by his wife of 61 years, Mary of Mason City; one daughter, Linda (Ron) Main of Palm Harbor, Fla.; and three sons, Bob (Sandy) of Clarkston, Mich.; Rich (Deb) of Mason City, and Doug (Joni) of Goffstown, N.H. He was blessed with ten grandchildren: five boys, Brian Millard, Tony Millard, Chad Millard, Todd West, and Jon West, and five girls, Becky Cross, Michelle Pasierb, Jamie Millard, Kimberly Millard, and Bethany Hruska. He also has 13 great-grandchildren: Brad and Blake West, Andrew, Nicholas and Lucas Pasierb; Brandon Millard, Kennedy and Garrett Cross, Kaylee Millard, Maya, and Nora Hruska, Ashley and Terence West; and a sister, Mary Coyier, of Clear Lake.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, John.

Sheckler Colonial Chapel, (641) 749-2210.

www.colonialchapels.com.

Carl J. Hagen

LAKE MILLS — Carl J. Hagen, 97, of Lake Mills, died Thursday (March 23, 2006) at Good Shepherd Health Center in Mason City.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday at Salem Lutheran Church, Lake Mills, with the Rev. Merlin Norris officiating. Inurnment will be at Salem Memorial Cemetery, Lake Mills, at a later date.

Visitation will be today from 3 to 5 p.m. at Mittelstadt Funeral Home, 902 East Main Street in Lake Mills and will continue one hour prior to services at the church on Monday.

Carl John Hagen was born on May 20, 1908, in Hastings, N.D., to parents Ellef and Julia (Lein) Hagen. He was the seventh of eight children. Carl’s family moved to Iowa when he was five years old, and they settled in Worth County.

Carl was baptized in North Dakota, and confirmed at Sion Lutheran Church, rural Lake Mills. He attended country schools.

Carl was united in marriage with Stella Peterson on Oct. 11, 1934. The couple farmed in rural Lake Mills, and later moved into town. Carl then worked as a night watchman at Deluxe Corp. (Fleetguard Industries), and also drove school bus for Lake Mills Community School for a number of years. After his retirement, he drove the senior citizen taxi.

Carl was a farmer at heart, and was always curious about the crops. He worked on the farm for his nephews, Harold Hagen and Gordon Hagen. He was a member of Salem Lutheran Church, and was very proud of his Norwegian heritage.

In 2002, Carl moved to Kentucky Ridge in Mason City, to be closer to his family.

Survivors include his daughter, Evonne Witham, and her friend, Jim Kofoot, of Mason City; three grandchildren, Kim Witham of Clear Lake, Kelly Swanson and her fiancé, Jim McGowan, of Mason City, and Tom Witham and his wife, Deirdre, of Mason City; and four great-grandchildren, Sara Swanson of Des Moines, and Zach, Alex, and Molly Witham, all of Mason City.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Stella; four sisters, Mabel Ulveness, Karina Wake, Selma Brustad, and Ella Kallheim; and three brothers, Lauritz Hagen, Albert Hagen, and Martin Hagen.

Mittelstadt Funeral Home, (641) 592-0221.

Archie C. Mosiman

MASON CITY — Archie C. Mosiman, 84, died Friday (March 24, 2006) at the IOOF Home, Mason City.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 Third St. N.E. in Mason City, with the Reverend Rose Calderon-Khan officiating. Interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Mason City, with full military honors conducted by members of the Mason City Veterans Memorial Association.

Visitation will be held Monday from 5 to 7 p.m. at Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel.

Memorials may be directed to the Archie C. Mosiman Memorial Fund.

Archie Calvin Mosiman was born on July 17, 1921, in Woolstock, the son of Simon and Katherine (Patterson) Mosiman. Archie was united in marriage to Dorothy Gregory on Jan. 26, 1942, in Mason City. He served in the United States Army during World War II and was honorably discharged. Archie worked for the Chicago Milwaukee Railroad and Allied Mills for 30 years until his retirement in July of 1983. His wife, Dorothy, died in March of 1988. Later Archie enjoyed working for Wal-Mart as a greeter. On Jan. 12, 1997, he was united in marriage to Elinor Felker. She died in 2003.

Archie enjoyed gardening, fishing, playing cards, going on casino bus trips, and dancing; his greatest love was spending time with his family and friends.

He was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church.

He is survived by his children, Geneva (Marvin) Kitner, Mason City, Patricia (Dennis) Vician, Emmetsburg, and Katherine (Merlin) Brockhoff, Arlington, Minn.; two daughters-in-law, Mary Mosiman and Linda Mosiman-Hackleman both of Mason City: 13 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; sisters, Esther (Pete) Daniels, Garner, Beverly (Lloyd) Faaborg, Swaledale; brother, Cecil (June) Mosiman, Belmond; sister-in-law, Irene Mosiman, Meservey; along with many nieces, nephews, family, and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents; two wives, Dorothy and Elinor; sons, David, Richard, and Robert Mosiman; brothers, Robert, Rollin and Donald; and one sister, Clara Mae Steenblock.

Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, (641) 423-2372.

www.colonialchapels.com.

Marvin Edward Arp

MASON CITY — Marvin Edward Arp, 65, formerly of Plymouth, died Thursday (March 23, 2006) at Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit, Mason City.

Memorial services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday at the Plymouth United Methodist Church with the Reverend Wendy Johannesen officiating. Inurnment will be at a later date.

Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel was in charge of the cremation.

Memorials may be directed to Hospice of North Iowa.

Marvin Edward Arp was born on Sept. 24, 1940, in Osage, the son of Edward and Hazel (Frank) Arp. He, his father, and uncles farmed on the Arp Brothers Farm in the Little Cedar area.

Marvin was united in marriage to Jeanne Navratil in 1963 and to this union two children were born.

Marvin loved farming, his John Deere tractors, fishing, hunting, snowmobiling, playing cards (indicating and talking under the table), pets, raising his family, and the outdoor barbecues.

His greatest love was spending time with his family and friends.

He will be greatly missed for his soft and generous heart, sparkling blue eyes, and mischievous grin.

He is survived by his children, Angie (Tony) Furbush, of Rockwell, John (Michelle) Arp, Mason City; grandchildren, Joshua, Tyler, McKenna, and Cole; great-grandchild, Jaris Benjamin; two brothers; and two sisters; along with many nieces, nephews, family, and friends.

Marvin was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Hazel Arp; sister and brother-in-law, Patricia and Dean “Buck” Rowson; and two brothers.

Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, (641) 423-2372.

www.colonialchapels.com.

C. Wentworth Carter

OSAGE — Charles Wentworth Carter, 88, of Osage departed this life on Friday (March 24, 2006) at the Osage Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Osage.

Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the First United Methodist Church in Osage with the Rev. Dr. J. Samuel Subramanian officiating. Inurnment will be in the Osage Cemetery.

A gathering of family and friends will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. today at the Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home, 702 State St., in Osage.

Went was born on April 21, 1917, in Hampton, the son of Walter A. and Lura (Wentworth) Carter. He graduated from Mason City High School in 1936 and then attended trade school where he studied electronics.

On Aug. 3, 1943, he married Merle Williams at the First United Methodist Church in Osage. To this union two sons were born, William Wentworth and Bradford Charles.

Went owned and operated “Carter’s Radio and TV” in Osage for about 40 years. He was active in the Osage Rotary Club and the Osage Development Corporation. His hobbies and interests were many, and included woodworking, piloting a small aircraft, pottery, singing in church choir, target shooting, and spelunking.

He enjoyed a good debate on almost any topic, and was ready to take on anyone who was willing. Went was a member of the Osage Masonic Lodge and the First United Methodist Church where he served on the church board.

Went is survived by his wife, Merle, of Osage; two sons, Bill and his wife, Joy, Carter of Wilton; Brad and his wife, Gail, Carter of Waterloo; grandchildren, Carolyn and Alex Carter; step-grandchildren, Eric and Beth Brodahl; and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Richard and wife, Lydia; his sister, Elizabeth Johnson and her husband, Laverne.

Went was a good husband, father, grandfather, and friend and will be missed by all who knew him.

Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home, (641) 732-3706.

Paul C. VanNess Sr.

MASON CITY — Paul C. VanNess Sr., 90, of 329 Ninth N.E., died Saturday (March 25, 2006) at Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit, Mason City.

Memorial services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 Third St. N.E. in Mason City. Inurnment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Mason City.

Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the funeral home on Monday.

Memorials may be directed to the Paul C. Van Ness Sr. Memorial Fund.

Paul Clarence Van Ness Sr. was born on Oct. 9, 1915, in Huron, S.D., the son of Edward and Ethel Van Ness. He attended school in Omaha, Neb. In his early years he worked on a farm.

He was united in marriage to Dorothy Lovelace on Oct. 18, 1936; to this union 5 children were born. Paul worked for the Union Pacific Railroad for 13 years. Paul was united in marriage to Loretta “Lori” Butzler on June 10, 1972. He was a steamfitter for Armour-Decker for 23 years, retiring in January of 1978. After retirement, he dedicated his life to working side-by-side with his son at Paul’s Auto in Nora Springs.

Paul loved fishing, working on cars, helping his wife, Lori, with her ceramics shop, traveling, and eating at the Country Kitchen; his greatest love was spending time with his family and friends. He was an Eagles Lodge member for 35 years.

He is survived by his wife, Loretta “Lori” Van Ness, Mason City; daughter, Dorothy (Rodney) Hopkins, LaVista, Neb.; step-children, Sharon (Robert) Bendickson, Hutchinson, Kan., Ronald (Cheryl) Dalluge, Mason City, Robin (Dennis) Hart, Mason City; daughter-in-law, Lois Van Ness, Nora Springs; 18 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; along with nieces, nephews, family, and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents; sons, Robert Wayne, Paul Jr., and Larry Joe Van Ness; daughter, Judy Haase; step-daughter, Barbara Leach; grandson, Donald Stanger III; and brother, Mark Van Ness.

Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, (641) 423-2372.

www.colonialchapels.com.

Estle Bert Oswood

BROOKLYN — Estle B. Oswood, 95, of Brooklyn, a former resident of Hampton and Hansell, died Friday (March 24, 2006) at Grinnell Regional Medical Center, Grinnell.

Funeral services for Estle B. Oswood will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday at Grace United Methodist Church, Brooklyn. Burial will be in Brooklyn Memorial Cemetery.

Visitation will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. today at Nevenhoven Funeral Home, 605 Jackson St. in Brooklyn.

Estle Bert Oswood was born on May 5, 1910 at Williams. His parents were Bertwell and Sarah Oswood.

He was a graduate of Alden High School. He was married to Merle Eva White on Sept. 17, 1932 in Hansell and they were able to celebrate 72 years of married life. They lived in Hansell, Alden, and Swaledale, Iowa, and Oatman, Ariz. before moving back to Hansell. In 1968 they moved to Hampton and in 2000 moved to Brooklyn. While living at Hampton, Estle was active in the Methodist church. Since living in Brooklyn he was a member of the Grace United Methodist Church.

He was a butter maker at the Hansell Creamery for more than 30 years. After retiring, he served as the custodian at the Franklin County Courthouse, and in his spare time, he mowed several lawns. He enjoyed his wife, children, grandchildren, helping others, and fishing.

Surviving are his three sons, Wayne (Marlene) Oswood of Mason City, Lyle (Jean) Oswood of Brooklyn, and Delivan (Barbara) Oswood of Bullhead City, Ariz.; ten grandchildren: Julie Fox, Jon Oswood, Janine Petitgout, Natalie Gritsch, Stacie Fiebelkorn, Brad Oswood, Jeff Oswood, Gwen Oswood, Angle Oswood, and Vickie Cockran; eighteen great-grandchildren: Tyler, Kaitlin, Carter Oswood, Sidney and Rylee Petitgout; Spencer, Kyle and, Rylie Gritsch; McKenna, Kenadie, and Kaiden Fiebelkorn; Matthew and Corinne Oswood; Danette, Rebecca and April Oswood; and Rachel and Jennifer Cockran; and one great-great-grandchild, Kaylee Oswood.

Nevenhoven Funeral Home, (641) 522-9250.

LaVonne Faye (Rezab) Anderson

MASON CITY — LaVonne Faye (Rezab) Anderson, 92, passed away Saturday (March 25, 2006) at the Homestead Assisted Living Center, Mason City.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 Third St. N.E., Mason City with the Rev. Joel Dahlen officiating.

Visitation will be at 1 p.m., one hour prior to the service, on Monday. Interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Mason City.

LaVonne was born on Dec. 4, 1913, in Plymouth to Anna (Straka) and John Rezab.

She graduated from the Plymouth High School and then graduated from Hamilton Business College. LaVonne married Gunner O. Anderson on Oct. 5, 1932, in Galena, Ill. They made their home in Mason City where she was a homemaker. LaVonne and her husband also farmed in the Rockwell area for many years before retiring and moving to Arkansas in 1977. They later moved back to Mason City in 1986 to be closer to their family.

She was a member of the Rock Falls Senior Citizens, the L.U.G.A. card club, and the Owen Country Neighborhood Club. She was also active with her husband in developing and building homes in Mason City. She was an avid gardener and card player, but her most inspiring moments were reading. Most of all she enjoyed being together with her children and grandchildren.

She is survived by her children, Duane (Betty) Anderson of Kensett, Sharon (Ken) Merfeld of Emmetsburg, Carl (Margaret) Anderson of Mason City; and Patricia Peterson and Bonnie Harring-ton, two nieces whom LaVonne raised. She is the grandmother to Rod Merfeld, Jeffrey Merfeld, Jennifer Helding, Sarah Carson, and Tyson Anderson; great-grandmother to Hillary, Abby, Skye, Roman, Noah and Gavin. She is also survived by two brothers, Wesley Rezab of Mason City and Norman (Freida) Rezab of Plymouth; one sister-in-law, Dorothy Rezab of Plymouth; and aunt of many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, in 1987; a brother, Leland Rezab in 2006; and an infant sister at birth.

Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, (641) 423-2372.

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Dillan Joseph Walterman

HAMPTON — Dillan Joseph Walterman, 16, of Hampton, died Friday (March 24, 2006) in rural Dumont.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday at the First Christian Church in Hampton with the Rev. Jan Ekstedt officiating.

Visitation will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. Monday at Sietsema Vogel Funeral Home, 306 Central Ave. E., Hampton.

Sietsema Vogel Funeral Home, (641) 456-3232.