June 1-5, 2008

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The Mason City Globe Gazette year 2008 archive

North Iowa Obituaries

Obituaries are presented as a community service of Fullerton Funeral Homes. Information is submitted by families or provided by funeral homes for publication in the Globe Gazette and globegazette.com.

Alden, Hartley

DOUGHERTY - Hartley Alden, 86, of Dougherty, died Thursday (May 29, 2008) at the Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit in Mason City.

Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, June 2, at West Fork United Methodist Church, 2200 Tulip Ave. in Sheffield, with Pastor Elsa Lawry presiding. Interment will be at West Fork Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. today at Retz-Grarup Funeral Home, 203 Maple St. in Sheffield.

Hartley Albert Alden was born to Floyd and Elsie (Hafermann) Alden on Nov. 14, 1921, near Latimer. He joined brothers Kenneth and Dale and one sister, Irma, with sister, Selma, born eight years later.

Hartley and siblings were the 10th generation of John and Priscilla Alden who came to America on the Mayflower.

In 1929 the family moved to the farm a quarter mile west of Dougherty. Three years later his mother died of tuberculosis. Fortunately, the Alden children were kept together on the Dougherty farm where Hartley continued to live until he got married.

As a boy, Hartley and his brothers loved the creek that ran through the farm. Besides swimming in the summer and skating in the winter, at age eight Hartley began his lifelong passion for running trap lines along that creek. He trapped and sold the furs for more than 70 years and could tell stories about it for hours.

Thanks to the influence and tender caring of his brother Kenneth and sister Irma, Hartley completed his schooling through the eighth grade and attended church and Sunday school at what is now West Fork United Methodist Church. Ken also helped Hartley and Dale learn the farming business and get started on their own.

Dale's future wife, Maxine, introduced Hartley to her friend, Dorothy Tweed, at the Mason City skating rink in 1945. They were married Jan. 26, 1946, in Trinity Lutheran Church in Mason City by Rev. Alvin Rogness.

In January 1947 they moved to their current home, purchasing the farm for $100 per acre. It did not have a house yet, so Hartley built a 10' by 20' house to live in while he moved a schoolhouse to the acreage and remodeled it for his family.

Their first child was born while they lived in what would soon become the brooder house. Later the brooder house served as a playhouse for the children and then became Hartley's trapping shed.

Hartley and Dorothy had four children, Barbara, Holly, Janet and David, each born three years apart.

He worked hard to improve his homestead by planting trees, constructing buildings and cement yards for his livestock, and pattern tiling his farmland. He was passionate about farming, but even more passionate about his family.

He chose hobbies which could include his children and grandchildren as much as possible.

In 1964, he began his annual treks to Canada to fish and instilled the love of fishing in most of his grandchildren. Some of the Alden family's most cherished memories are from those fishing trips.

Hartley farmed with the help of Marvin Crooks and later Doug O'Connor and son David.

He retired from his farming operation in 1984 when David took over the business. He still loved to help in any way he could until 2006 when he suffered a stroke.

He died Thursday, May 29, from complications of a hip fracture.

Hartley didn't like to be the center of attention, quietly going about his business.

Besides farming, fishing and trapping he enjoyed reading and watching Westerns on television.

He was a lifelong member of the West Fork Church. His wisdom about life, kind heart and gentle spirit will be sorely missed by family and friends.

Hartley is survived by Dorothy, his wife of 62 years; sister, Selma Graham; children, Barbara (Dean) Hutchison, Holly (Tom) FitzSimmons, Janet (Ray) Wierson and David (Kathy) Alden; grandchildren, Todd (Jennifer) Hutchison, Amy (Marty Wolske) Hutchison, Paul (Susan) Hutchison, Julian and Colin Eighmy, Scott Wierson, Jennifer (Lee) Smith, and Jeff (Kate) Wierson; seven great-grandchildren and many other relatives.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Kenneth and Dale; sister Irma Riggins and her husband Worth; and grandson Roger Samuel Alden.

Retz-Grarup Funeral Home, 641-892-4241

Published in the Globe Gazette from 5/30/2008 - 6/1/2008.

Borcherding, Ivan C.

LATIMER - Ivan C. Borcherding, 85, of Latimer, died Friday (May 30, 2008) at Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa in Mason City. Funeral services for Ivan C. Borcherding will be at 11 a.m., Monday, June 2, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Latimer. Pastor Marvin Lorenz will officiate. Burial will take place in the St. Paul's Lutheran Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. today at the Dugger Funeral Home, 320 East St. in Latimer and one hour prior to services at the church. Dugger Funeral Home, 641-579-6278.
Published in the Globe Gazette from 5/31/2008 - 6/1/2008.

Brosz, Deloris L.

MASON CITY - Deloris L. Brosz, 77, of Mason City, died Friday (May 30, 2008) at the IOOF Home in Mason City. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, June 3 at St. James Lutheran Church, 1148 Fourth St. S.E., with Pastor Paul Nelson officiating. Interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery in Mason City. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. on Monday, June 2, at Major Erickson Funeral Home, 111 N. Pennsylvania Ave. Memorials may be directed to the Deloris Brosz memorial fund. Major Erickson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements, 641-423-0924.
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/1/2008.

Doocy, Larry J.

FORT DODGE - Larry J. Doocy, 60, of Fort Dodge, formerly of Lone Rock, died Friday (May 30, 2008) in Fort Dodge. A funeral Mass will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 4, at St. John's Catholic Church in Bancroft, with Father Paul D. Bormann officiating. Burial will be in St. John's Catholic Cemetery in Bancroft. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 3, at Garry-Roberts-Murphy-Schaaf Funeral Home, Bancroft with a Scripture prayer service beginning at 4 p.m. Garry-Roberts-Murphy-Schaaf Funeral Home, 515-885-2521. www.oakcrestfuneralservices.com
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/1/2008.

Hackenmiller, Alfred

STACYVILLE - Alfred Hackenmiller, 95, of Stacyville, died Saturday (May 31, 2008) at Stacyville Community Nursing Home. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home in Osage. Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home, 641-732-3706.
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/1/2008.

Indvik, Loren

FOREST CITY - Loren Indvik, 88, of Forest City, died Saturday (May 31, 2008) at Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa in Mason City. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time at Petersen Lund Funeral Home, 641-585-2685. www.petersenlundfh.com
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/1/2008.

McInnon, Betty

MASON CITY - Betty McInnon, 80, of Ventura, died Saturday (May 31, 2008) at the Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit in Mason City. Arrangements are incomplete with Ward Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, 641-357-2193. www.colonialchapels.com
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/1/2008.

Quisling, Stella C.

LAKE MILLS - Stella C. Quisling, 92, of Lake Mills died Saturday (May 31, 2008) at the Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit in Mason City. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday, June 2, at Salem Lutheran Church in Lake Mills with Pastor David E. Jordon officiating. Visitation will be two hours prior to the service at the church on Monday. Burial will take place at Salem Memorial Cemetery in Lake Mills. You can contact the family with online condolences at: www.mittelstadtfuneralhome.com Mittelstadt Funeral Home, 641-592-0221.
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/1/2008.

Steenhard, John S.

MASON CITY - John S. Steenhard, 85, a resident of Good Shepherd Health Center and formerly of 669 14th St. N.E. in Mason City, died early Friday morning (May 30, 2008) at Good Shepherd Health Center. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, June 3, at Fullerton Funeral Home, 123 Second St. S.E. in Mason City, with the Rev. Edward Bard officiating. Interment will be in the Elmwood-St. Joseph Cemetery in Mason City with military respects provided by the Mason City Memorial Association. The family will greet relatives and friends from 5 to 7 p.m. on Monday, June 2, at Fullerton Funeral Home. Visitation will continue on Tuesday, one hour prior to John's service. Those wishing to extend memorials or expressions of sympathy may direct them to Hospice of North Iowa, 232 Second St. S.E., Mason City, IA 50401. John Sebo Steenhard was born on July 28, 1922, in Chapin to Joe and Gesina (Dannen) Steenhard. He was the sixth of seven children born to his parents and educated in the Chapin rural country school. At the tender age of 11, John's parents both died together in a car accident. He went to live with and was parented and loved as a son by Harvey and Eva Hemmes of Latimer. John realized the value of hard work at an early age, a trait he was known for all his life. John was inducted into the U.S. Army on July 26, 1944, from Fort Snelling, Minn., and served his country in the Philippines during WWII. While in direct conflict, John was seriously injured. He was honorably discharged from his military duties on May 7, 1946, from Brooke General Hospital in Texas. John was awarded a Purple Heart and returned to Iowa. Following his return to civilian life, John engaged in livestock and grain farming with his brothers, George and Else. He lived most of his adult life in Franklin and Cerro Gordo counties. John reaffirmed his Christian faith during his adulthood. On Dec. 17, 1949, at the Assembly of God Church in Mason City, John was united in marriage to Evelyn Mae Shadle. The couple became the proud parents of a son, Stanley. John and Evelyn continued farming south of Clear Lake until 1962 when they made the decision to move to Mason City. John accepted a job position with DuBois Farm Supply, working with a variety of farm related duties. He later became employed with Holsum Bakery and a few years later at Butt'r Topp Bakery until his time of retirement. John was a gentle and patient man. It is claimed by his family that "John would give you the shirt off his back!" It seemed he was always available when anyone needed assistance of any kind. John found great joy in tending to his yard and flower gardens, spending time with his son, Stan, or completing intricate woodworking projects. He enjoyed adding a new hat to his collection and was known at times to be quite the prankster! John is survived by his wife, Evelyn Steenhard and his son, Stanley Steenhard, both of Mason City; his brother, George (Merle) Steenhard of Rockwell; his three sisters-in-law, Phyllis Steenhard of Meservey, Marge Steenhard of Belmond and Molly Steenhard of Indianola; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. Preceding John in death are his parents, Joe and Gesina Steenhard; his special "second parents," Harvey and Eva Hemmes; four brothers, Dirk, Else, Engelhard and Klass Steenhard; his sister, Florence Maise and her husband, Simon Maise; and his sister-in-law, Isabelle Steenhard. Fullerton Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 641-423-8676.
Published in the Globe Gazette from 5/31/2008 - 6/1/2008.

Wells, Evelyn Irene

GREENE - Evelyn Irene Wells, 84, of Greene, died Friday (May 30, 2008) at Liebe Care Center in Greene.

Funeral services for Evelyn Irene Wells will be 10:30 a.m., Monday, June 2, at St. Peter Lutheran Church, Greene, with Pastor Gary Hatcher officiating. Burial will be in the Rose Hill Cemetery, Greene.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. today at Reid's Funeral Chapel, 519 N. First St., Greene, where there will be a public Scripture service at 7 p.m. Visitation will continue at the church one hour before services on Monday.

Evelyn Irene Van Horn was born Feb. 27, 1924, in rural Coldwater Township, Butler County, a daughter of Dick and Marie (Kusian) Van Horn. She received her education in the Coldwater No. 9 Country School near Greene.

On Aug. 8, 1942, she was united in marriage to Howard C. Wells in Lancaster, Mo. To this union were born two children.

She was a housekeeper for families in the Greene and Marble Rock areas for many years.

Evelyn was a member of St. Peter Lutheran Church in Greene and was involved in numerous church circles. She was a member of the Birthday Club and the Aggravation Club.

Her interests included embroidery and crocheting, jigsaw puzzles, and working in her garden.

Living family members include her daughter, Mary (Harold) Kock of Greene; a son, Roger (Bonnie Thomas) Wells of Mason City; six grandchildren, Rick (Debra) Wells of Rockford, Ron Wells of Charles City, Robin (Steve) Lawrence of Floyd, Tod (Lori) Kock of Greene, Twila Kock of Grand Rapids, Mich., and Tara Kock of Greene; four greatgrandchildren, Bradley Lawrence, Stephanie Lawrence, Emily (Josh Egertson) Kock, and Calvin Kock; and one great-great-granddaughter, Kara Jean Egertson; a sister, Wanda Johnson of Carroll; and one sister-in-law, Betty Van Horn of St. Ansgar.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Howard C. Wells; her parents; one sister, Helen Wiebke and one brother Dale Van Horn.

Those planning an expression of sympathy may direct memorials to the Evelyn Wells Memorial Fund, Box 608, Greene, IA 50636.

Funeral services have been entrusted to Reid's Funeral Chapel, 641-823-4457.

Published in the Globe Gazette from 5/31/2008 - 6/1/2008.

Abele, A. Colleen

KLEMME - A. Colleen Abele, 78, of rural Klemme, died Saturday (May 31, 2008) at the Kanawha Community Home. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 3, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Mason City with Bishop Ronald Billings officiating. Burial will be in Concord Township Cemetery in Garner. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. today at the Cataldo Funeral Chapel, 160 E. Fourth St. in Garner, and will continue one hour prior to services on Tuesday. Memorials may be directed to the Kanawha Community Home, which provided such loving and outstanding care. Anita Colleen Abele, the daughter of Loyal Child and Gladys Victoria (Stone) Stokes, was born on August 8, 1929, at Ogden, Utah. Her father was a boilermaker for the Union Pacific Railroad and her mother worked as a homemaker. Colleen attended classes at Weber State College and served a mission for her church in Texas and Louisiana. She worked as a short- hand stenographer for the Second St. Army Depot. Due to her exceptional skills, she was often the recorder for high-ranking officers. While working her civilian job on the base, she met her future husband, Harry Abele, a young sergeant in the Army just back from Korea. They met in June of 1953 and were married on October 3, 1953, in Ogden, Utah. Harry brought his bride back to Iowa to live on the family farm southeast of Britt. They raised five children and she remained on the farm until her move to the Kanawha Community Home in January of 2007. Colleen was very creative and enjoyed gardening, flower arranging and making bread. She also enjoyed sharing these with friends and neighbors and often had entries in local competitions. She loved to fish, entertain and spend time with her children and grandchildren. She wrote several songs, poems and children's stories. She leaves behind a legacy of love and caring for family, friends and strangers. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Mason City. Colleen is survived by her husband, Harry R. Abele; five children, Collette Brunscheen of Waukee, Joanne (Robert) Wright of Lakeville, Minn., Cindy O'Hara of Norwalk, David (Karen) Abele of Sterling, Ill., and Jeanette (Richard) Volz of Eden Prairie, Minn.; fourteen grandchildren; a great-granddaughter; a brother, John Stokes of Los Alamos, N.M.; and two sisters, Carol (Larry) Taylor of Ogden, Utah, and Elaine Neal of Ogden, Utah. She was preceded in death by an infant son; her parents; a son-in-law, John O'Hara; and a sister, LaWana Stokes. Cataldo Funeral Home, 641-923-2841. www.cataldofuneralhome.
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/2/2008.

Brosz, Deloris L.

MASON CITY - Deloris L. Brosz, 77, of Mason City, died Friday (May 30, 2008) at the IOOF Home in Mason City. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, June 3, at St. James Lutheran Church, 1148 Fourth St. S.E., with Pastor Paul Nelson officiating. Interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery in Mason City. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. today at Major Erickson Funeral Home, 111 N. Pennsylvania Ave. Memorials may be directed to the Deloris Brosz Memorial Fund. Deloris was born on October 22, 1930, on the family farm near Delmont, S. D. She was the daughter of Robert and Emma (Isaak) Freier. She graduated from Tripp High School in 1948. On August 6, 1950, she married Roland A. Brosz in Tripp, S.D. They moved to Mason City in 1956. She did alterations for Gildner's Clothiers for many years and also worked for Gordon Taylor Auctions. She enjoyed sewing clothing (she was a great seamstress), crocheting and refinishing furniture. Deloris and Roland spent warm weather walking to Hy-Vee East in the mornings for breakfast and in the evenings for coffee with their friends. During inclement weather, they would walk in the Southbridge Mall. She was a member of St. James Lutheran Church where she was active in Women's Choir and Hope Circle Group. For a year, Roland would take Deloris to the Salvation Army Adult Day Care, where she was well cared for. Deloris spent the last 18 months at the IOOF Home where she was lovingly cared for. Deloris is survived by her husband, Roland of Mason City; her children, Jo Ann Diercks and husband Bruce of Keokuk, Mark Brosz of Rock Falls, and Sandra Diaz and husband John of Mason City; five grandchildren, Nathan Diercks and wife Stephanie, Christian Diercks, Rachel Diaz and special friend Nicholas McGrew, Darleen Diaz and Ryan Brosz; two great-grandchildren, Alexander and Macey Diercks; two brothers, Melvin Freier of Lubbock, Texas, and Maynard Freier of Inver Grove Heights, Minn. She was preceded in death by her parents and an infant brother, Howard. Major Erickson Funeral Home & Crematory in charge of arrangements, 641-423-0924. www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com.
Published in the Globe Gazette from 6/1/2008 - 6/2/2008.

Darrow, Esther

CHARLES CITY - Esther Darrow, of Charles City, died Saturday (May 31, 2008) at the Ninth St. Chautauqua Guest Home in Charles City. Funeral services for Esther Darrow will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 4, at Trinity United Methodist Church in Charles City with Pastor Gary Van Wert will officiating. Burial will be in Sunnyside Memory Gardens rural Charles City. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 3, at the Hauser Funeral Home in Charles City. Visitation will continue Wednesday at the church an hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Trinity United Methodist Church, 601 Milwaukee St., Charles City, IA 50616. The Hauser Funeral Home in Charles City is in charge of arrangements, 641-228-2323. www.hauserfh.com.
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/2/2008.

Fransen, Clara L.

MASON CITY - Clara L. Fransen, 90, of Mason City, died Sunday (June 01, 2008) at the I.O.O.F. Home in Mason City. Arrangements are incomplete with Hogan Bremer Moore Colonial Chapel, 641-423-2372. www.colonialchapels.com.
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/2/2008.

Hackenmiller, Alfred

STACYVILLE - Alfred Joseph Hackenmiller, 95, of Stacyville, died Saturday (May 31, 2008) at the Stacyville Community Nursing Home in Stacyville. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 4, at the Sacred Heart Oratory in Meyer, with the Rev. John Moser officiating. Burial will be at the Sacred Heart Cemetery in Meyer. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 3, at the Sacred Heart Oratory in Meyer. Visitation will continue one hour before services at the church. Alfred was born on June 6, 1912, at Meyer to John and Helen (Blake) Hackenmiller. He grew up in the Meyer area and was educated in the Meyer School. During his adolescence years, he worked on the farm with his father. Alfred then went to work at the Mayo Farm and St. Marys Hospital in Rochester, Minn., where he came to know the Mayo brothers, Dr. Will and Dr. Charlie. This is where he met the love of his life, Cecilia Barbara Klinkhammer. In 1935, he married Cecilia at Adrian, Minn. They farmed south of Meyer their entire lives. Alfred took great pride in being a dairy farmer. He was a member of the Sacred Heart Church in Meyer. His great love and enjoyment were his wife, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Left to cherish his memory are his sons, Leon (Theresa) of Stacyville, Paul (Rita) of St. Ansgar, Ken and friend Jane of Meyer, Charles (Shirley) of Meyer; his daughter, Betty (Barney) Retterath of Meyer; a daughter-in-law, Joanne Hackenmiller Popp of Osage; 34 grandchildren; 44 great-grandchildren; and a sister, Catherine (Carl) Klapperich of Stacyville. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Cecilia; two sons, John and Eugene; a brother, Leo; and one grandchild. Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home, 641-732-3706.
Published in the Globe Gazette from 6/1/2008 - 6/2/2008.

Indvik, Loren O.

FOREST CITY - Loren O. Indvik, 88, of Forest City, died Saturday (May 31, 2008) at Mercy Medical Center- North Iowa in Mason City. Funeral service will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 3, at the United Methodist Church in Forest City with Pastor Jerald Swanberg officiating. Burial will be at Madison Township Cemetery in rural Forest City with graveside military rites by Forest City American Legion Post 121. Visitation will be held an hour prior to service at the church. Loren O. Indvik was born on February 5, 1920, on a farm west of Forest City in Winnebago County, Iowa, the son of Oscar and Myrtle (Groath) Indvik. He received his early education in the rural school near his home, attended Forest City High School and graduated from Thompson High School. Loren's father died when he was 11 years old and the family continued to live in Winnebago County until World War II began. He enlisted in the US Army Air Corps shortly after December 7, 1941, where he served as a mechanic stationed in Iceland. Following his honorable discharge from the service, he enlisted in the Reserves and returned to Iowa. On June 18, 1948, he was united in marriage to Betty Faber at the First United Methodist Church in Forest City. In 1950, Loren was recalled and the family moved to California. During the Korean Conflict he was stationed in Japan for 13 months. Upon returning to the states, Loren was stationed in Amarillo, Texas, for 13 years. During his final year in the Air Force, he was stationed in Taiwan during the Vietnam War. Loren retired from the United States Air Force in 1968 after 27 years of service. The family moved to Forest City where he worked for the U.S. Postal Service until retiring in 1979. He was a big Cardinals baseball fan, enjoyed crossword puzzles, Scrabble in the park and playing bingo. Loren was a member of the United Methodist Church and American Legion Post 121 in Forest City. He is survived by his wife of almost 60 years, Betty Indvik of Forest City; five children, Stephen Indvik and wife Joan Stockinger of Minneapolis, Minn., Randy and Maureen Indvik of Johnston, Scott and Vicky Indvik of Phoenix, Ariz., Mark and Sandi Indvik of Boone, and Sandy Baade and husband Jerry of Titonka; four grandchildren, Christopher and Brandon Lamping, and Katy and Joe Indvik. Also surviving are two sisters, Margaret Larson and AnnaMae Orvick, both of Britt, and many nieces and nephews. Loren was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Oscar Indvik, Jr. Petersen Lund Funeral Home, 641-585-2685. www.petersenlundfh.com.
Published in the Globe Gazette from 6/1/2008 - 6/2/2008.

McKinnon, Betty J.

VENTURA - Betty J. McKinnon, 80, of 10586 Balsam Ave., Ventura, died Saturday (May 31, 2008) at the Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit in Mason City. Arrangements are incomplete at Ward-Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, Clear Lake, 641-357-2193.
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/2/2008.

Alexander, Doris Marie

CLEAR LAKE - Doris Marie Alexander, 79, 1500 South Shore Drive, No. 40, Clear Lake, IA 50428, passed away on Saturday (May 17, 2008) at Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa, Mason City. Cremation rites have been accorded and a Memorial Mass celebrating Dory's life will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 7, 2008, at St. Patrick's Catholic Church, 1001 Ninth Ave. S. in Clear Lake, with Monsignor John W. Hemann officiating. Visitation will begin at 9:30 a.m. to continue until the time of services at 10:30 a.m. at the St. Patrick's Catholi Church. Private committal services will take place at a later date. A celebration open house for all friends and family will continue from noon until 3 p.m. at the Clear Lake V.F.W. Hall, 219 Main Ave. in Clear Lake. Dory was born on Feb. 21, 1929, in Pomeroy, Iowa, the daughter of Wilhelm and Gertrude (Klein) Becker. She married Gene Alexander, of Pocahontas, on May 21, 1949, in Des Moines. Dory was retired from Dowling Catholic High School in West Des Moines, where she had been a secretary for over 15 years. Dory and Gene retired to Clear Lake where she was active in the Clear Lake Women's Club, several card clubs, and arts and craft groups. She was also active in her Des Moines bridge group for over 40 years. Dory was an avid fan of her grandchildren's activities both in Clear Lake and Des Moines. She is survived and lovingly remembered by her husband of 59 years, Gene Alexander; daughters, Mary Kay (Bill) Bartine, Linda (Tom) Moore, Susy (Gregg) Polzin, all of Des Moines; and Tom (Mary) Alexander of Clear Lake. Her grandchildren include Bryan Moore, Bradley Moore, Jennifer Moore, Molly Polzin and Jack Polzin, all of Des Moines; Nick Bartine of Ann Arbor, Michigan; Michael Bartine and David Bartine of Mount Vernon, Iowa; Abby Bartine, Caitlin Alexander, Patrick Alexander, Alex Polzin and Ben Polzin, all of Iowa City. She is also survived by her sister, Lorraine Sill of Ottumwa. Dory was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Robert (Bob) Becker, of De Witt; and her sisters, Evelyn Clark of Des Moines, and Jeannie Korf of Pomeroy. Memorials may be contributed to the Clear Lake Public Library or Dowling Catholic High School, West Des Moines. Arrangements are with the Ward-Van Slyke Colonial Chapel 101 N. Fourth St. in Clear Lake, 641-357-2193. www.colonialchapels.com
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/3/2008.

Flynn Jr., Edward M. "Eddie"

ELMORE, Minn. - Edward M. "Eddie" Flynn Jr., 40, of rural Elmore, Minn., died Sunday (June 1, 2008) at the Lakeview Methodist Health Care Center, Fairmont, Minn. A funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Ledyard, Iowa, with Father Paul D. Bormann officiating. Burial will be in Graceland Cemetery, Buffalo Center. Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. Thursday at the church and will continue until service time. Arrangements are with Garry-Roberts-Murphy-Schaaf Funeral Home in Bancroft, 515-885-2521. www.oakcrestfuneralservices.com.
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/3/2008.

Foss, Steven R.

MASON CITY - Steven R. Foss, 59, of Mason City, died Sunday (June 1, 2008) in Urbana, Ill. Funeral services will be held 1:30 p.m. Thursday at the Major Erickson Funeral Home, 111 N. Pennsylvania Ave., with the Rev. Steve Hansen, Wesley United Methodist Church officiating. Interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11:30 a.m. until time of services on Thursday at the funeral home. Arrangements are with the Major Erickson Funeral Home & Crematory, 541-423-0924. www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com.
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/3/2008.

Hosek, Martha

CHARLES CITY - Martha Hosek, 92, of Charles City, died Monday (June 2, 2008) at the 11th Street Chautauqua Guest Home in Charles City. A funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Charles City, with the Rev. Carl Ries officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Charles City. Visitation will be held one hour prior to services on Thursday at the church, with a rosary recited at 9:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Knights of Columbus, 502 Clark St., Charles City, IA, 50616 or to the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 106 Chapel Lane, Charles City, IA, 50616. Hauser Funeral Home, 641- 228-2323. www.hauserfh.com.
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/3/2008.

McKinnon, Betty J.

VENTURA - Betty J. McKinnon, 80 of 10586 Balsam Ave., Ventura, died Saturday (May 31, 2008) at the Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit in Mason City. Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 6, at the United Methodist Church in Ventura, with the Rev. Rhoda Preston officiating. Interment will be in the Clear Lake Cemetery, Clear Lake. Visitation will be from 4 until 7 p.m. Thursday at the Ward-Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, 101 N. Fourth St. in Clear Lake, and then one hour before the service at the church. Family suggests memorials to the Betty Jane McKinnon Memorial Fund. Betty was born on April 5, 1928 on her grandfather's farm in rural Mount Pleasant, Iowa, the daughter of Harry and Irene (DeSpain) Pollock. She graduated from New London High School in 1946. In 1950 she married Lloyd McKinnon. They lived in the New London area until 1957, they then moved to rural Ventura, Iowa, where they farmed. Betty enjoyed gardening, cooking, especially baking pies, playing games and spending time with her grandchildren, shopping, puzzles, decorating her home for the holidays, the wind farm, visiting with her neighbors and her dogs. She was a member of the United Methodist Church, Ventura. Betty is survived by her daughter, Tina Ford and her husband, Roy, of Cedar Falls; four grandchildren: Joy Winkowitsch and her husband, Todd, Cedar Falls, Iowa, Angie Arthur and her husband, Jammie, Kalona, Iowa, Scott Davis, Cedar Falls, Iowa, and Nathan McKinnon and his wife, Jess, Virginia Beach, Va.; five great-grandchildren: Amity, Jacey, Kyleigh, Trenni and Wyatt; and two brothers, Raymond Pollock and his wife,Harriett, San Jose, Calif. and Richard Pollock and his wife, Sandy, New London, Iowa. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Lloyd; son Kim; brother, Roger Pollock; and two sisters, Shirley Pence and Dorothy Pollock. Ward-Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, 641-357-2193. www.colonialchapels.com.
Published in the Globe Gazette from 6/2/2008 - 6/3/2008.

Reed, Merlene I. "Jackie"

MASON CITY - Merlene I. "Jackie" Reed, 84, formerly of Mason City, died Sunday (June 1, 2008) in Winnie, Texas. Arrangements are incomplete at Fullerton Funeral Home, 123 Second St. S. E. in Mason City. Fullerton Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 641-423-8676. www.Fullertonfh.com.
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/3/2008.

Thompson, Roxanne

KANAWHA - Roxanne Thompson, 33, of Kanawha died Sunday (June 1, 2008) at her home. A private family funeral service will be held Thursday June 5, 2008, at the Dugger Funeral Home in Belmond. Pastor Mike Druhl will officiate. The Belmond Honor Guard will provide military honors. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 4, 2008, at the Dugger Funeral Home, 111 Luick's Lane S. in Belmond. Dugger Funeral Home, 641-444-3248.
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/3/2008.

Ulve, Vernon O.

LAKE MILLS - Vernon O. Ulve, 91, of Lake Mills, died Sunday (June 1, 2008) at Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit in Mason City. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 4, 2008, at Salem Lutheran Church in Lake Mills with the Rev. David E. Jordon officiating. Burial will take place in Salem Memorial Cemetery, Lake Mills. Visitation will be one hour prior to services Wednesday at the church. You can contact the family with on-line condolences at: www.mittelstadtfuneralhome.com. Mittelstadt Funeral Home, 641-592-0221.
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/3/2008.

Avery, Robert "Bob"

ROWAN - Robert "Bob" Gean Avery, 77, of Rowan, died Monday (June 2, 2008) at Wright Medical Center in Clarion. Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. on Friday, June 6, at the United Church of Rowan, with Pastor Nancy Hofmeister officiating. Burial will be in Graceland Cemetery near Rowan. Military rites will be provided by the Rowan American Legion. Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the Dugger Funeral Home, 111 Luick's Lane S. in Belmond, and one hour prior to services Friday at the church. Dugger Funeral Home, 641-444-3248.
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/4/2008.

Dickhoff, Ruth

CHARLES CITY - Ruth Dickhoff, 96, of Charles City, died Tuesday (June 3, 2008) at Floyd County Medical Center in Charles City. Arrangements are incomplete at the Hauser Funeral Home, 1205 S. Main in Charles City. The Hauser Funeral Home, 641-228-2323. www.hauserfh.com
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/4/2008.

Foss, Steven Roy

MASON CITY - Steven Roy Foss, 59, of Mason City, died Sunday (June 1, 2008) at Carle Foundations Hospital in Urbana, Ill. Funeral services will be held 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Major Erickson Funeral Home, 111 N. Pennsylvania Ave., with the Rev. Steve Hansen of Wesley United Methodist Church officiating. Interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11:30 a.m. until time of services Thursday at Major Erickson Funeral Home. Born on Feb. 7, 1949, in Eau Claire, Wis., he was the son of Roy and Vivian (Johnson) Foss. The family moved from Strum, Wis., to the Kenosha area in 1957 where Steve attended Mound Center Grade School, graduating from Wheatland Center Grade School and Central High School-Salem. He then attended the University of Wisconsin-Steven's Point. Steve married Dana Graham Sept. 21, 1997, in Mason City, and had lived there since. Steve worked most of his life in carpentry and was an excellent finish carpenter. He currently owned and operated Dana Construction Co. and most recently contracted finish work on medical centers. Steve loved hunting and fishing which he enjoyed with his father, brothers and many friends over the years. Family was very important to Steve. He also enjoyed cooking and baking and spending time with his family at home. He will be dearly missed and is survived by his wife, Dana, of Mason City; daughters, Jessica and Erin; parents, Roy and Vivian Foss of Burlington, Wis.; one sister, Kathryn (Ken) Meyers of Bristol, Wis.; three brothers, Donald (Diane) Foss of Hazel Green, Wis., William (Kay) Foss of New Munster, Wis., and Thomas Foss of Eau Claire, Wis.; nieces and nephews, Maggie Meyers and grandnephew Ben Meyers, Matt Meyers, Josh Meyers, Mandy Foss, Kristy Foss, Shauna (Foss) and Josh Sendelbach, Heather Foss, Lindsey Foss and many friends and relatives. Steve was preceded in death by an infant sister, Diana Lynn, in 1948. Major Erickson Funeral Home & Crematory, 641-423-0924. www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com
Published in the Globe Gazette from 6/3/2008 - 6/4/2008.

Fransen, Clara Laurel

MASON CITY - Clara Laurel Fransen, 91, of Mason City died Sunday (June 1, 2008) at the IOOF Home in Mason City. A funeral Mass will be held 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 6, at Holy Family Catholic Church, 714 N. Adams Ave. in Mason City, with the Rev. Jon M. Seda officiating. Burial will be in Elmwood-St. Joseph's Cemetery in Mason City following the service. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, June 5, at Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 Third St. N.E. in Mason City, with a rosary and scriptural wake service starting at 6:30 p.m. Clara was born April 3, 1917, the daughter of John and Rose (Schneider) Grein in Mason City. She graduated from Holy Family Catholic School in 1936. Clara married Howard Fransen in 1938 at Holy Family Catholic Church, and to this union three children were born. Clara's main focus in life was raising her children, which at the time was hard with a limited budget. After being a homemaker most of her life, Clara became employed at Buehler's Caf� for 20 years. Clara was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church, and enjoyed flowers, gardening and crocheting. She is survived by her daughters, Patricia Staub of Mason City and Nancy (Terry) Bagwell of Alturas, Calif.; her son, John Fransen of Mason City; nine grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild; her sister, Alice Mulhern, of Mason City; and many nieces and nephews. Clara was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Howard, great-granddaughter, Trisha Davis; and three sisters and one brother. Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 641-423-2372. www.colonialchapels.com
Published in the Globe Gazette from 6/2/2008 - 6/4/2008.

Kaldenberg, Luella Wyborny

ROCK FALLS - Luella Wyborny Kaldenberg, 97, of rural Rock Falls, died Monday (June 2, 2008) at the Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit. Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Old Stone Church, Rock Falls, with the Rev. Jim Turner officiating. Interment will be in Rock Falls Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. today at the Major Erickson Funeral Home, 111 N. Pennsylvania Ave., and continue at the church one hour prior to the service. Memorials may be given to Old Stone Church, Rock Falls Cemetery or Hospice of North Iowa and directed to 7 E. Jackson, Rock Falls, IA 50467. On Oct. 17, 1910, Luella Doris Christiansen was born to Carolina (Wohlert) and John Christiansen. She was the fourth daughter, joining sisters Elsie, Minna and Viola; later two brothers, Leonard and Clarence, completed the family. When Luella was 7 years-old, her mother died. Two years later her father married Meta Peterson. Meta had three sons, Arnold, Arthur and William (Bill). She attended country school through eighth grade and Rock Falls High School. June 2, 1928, she married Herbert Wyborny of Plymouth, and to that union six children were born, Roger, Novella, Marjorie, Arlo, Randy and James. Luella and Herbert were farmers. Luella always had a large garden and canned enough garden products to last a year or longer. She helped her husband during spring planting and fall harvesting by milking cows and feeding all the farm animals. She drove the horses to bring in the wagon loads of corn from the fields and helped unload them. She sewed all her clothes and the clothes for her daughters as well as patched the overalls and darned the socks. She did quilting, embroidering, crocheting and crafts. Luella was a member and very active and deeply cared about her church, Old Stone Methodist Church in Rock Falls. For many years, she taught Sunday school and was Sunday school superintendent. She also was head of the Bible school for several years. Luella was a member of United Methodist Women and served as officer of many of the positions. She was chairperson of many of their fund raising projects. Luella got great enjoyment from her beloved L.U.G.A. 500 card club that was organized by her mother. She joined this club after she was married. She also belonged to the Rock Falls Senior Citizens, Rock Falls Garden Club and the Rock Falls Birthday Club. She enjoyed inviting friends and family over for meals and playing board games or card games with them. She spent a lot of time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She often babysat them and she enjoyed playing all kinds of games and putting puzzles together with them. She taught them to sew, crochet, and embroidery and went to many of their sporting events, musicals and dance recitals. She is survived by four children, Roger (Shirley) Wyborny of Rock Falls, Novella (Don) White of Rock Falls, Randy Wyborny of Longmont, Colo., and James (Christi) Wyborny of Nora Springs; daughter-in-law, Sharon Wyborny of Mason City; son-in-law, Duaine Moore of Scottsdale, Ariz.; brothers, Clarence (Evelyn) Christiansen of Mason City and Leonard Christiansen of Mason City; 14 grandchildren, Vicki (Brian) Pederson, Mark (Lucia) Wyborny, Becky (Russell) Kidd, Tim (Donna) Moore, Monte (Dianne) Moore, Debbie (Don) Risius, Gregg Wyborny, Jeff Wyborny, Lisa Gibson, Anne Wyborny, Eric Wyborny, Libby Wyborny, Aly Wyborny and Kizzy Wyborny; 25 great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, stepmother, husbands, Herbert Wyborny in 1969 and George Kaldenberg in 1982; daughter, Marjorie Moore, in March 2006; granddaughter, Beth White Ollanik in July 1997; son, Arlo Wyborny in April 2004; and sisters, Viola Bailey, Minna Stupka and Elsie Tibbits. Major Erickson Funeral Home & Crematory, 641-423-0924. www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/4/2008.

Kruger, Robert "Bob"

RICEVILLE - Robert William Kruger, 101, of Riceville, passed away on Monday (June 2, 2008) at Riceville Family Care and Therapy Center. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Friday June 6, at St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Riceville, with the Rev. Michael Parris officiating. Burial will be in St. Peter's Lutheran Cemetery in Riceville. Friends may call from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday at Lindstrom Funeral Home in Riceville and one hour before services Friday at the church. Robert was born on the family farm on July 7, 1906, to Julius P. and Jenny (Volbrecht) Kruger. He attended rural Mitchell County schools. On Feb. 23, 1935, "Bob" was united in marriage to Helen Margaret Zobeck. He farmed until 1964, then ran his own gas trucking business until retiring in 1971. Survivors include two sons, Duane (Dewey) and his wife, Betty, of Northwood and Gary and his wife, Susan, of Rochester, Minn.; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and a sister, June Roethler of Riceville. Robert was preceded in death by his parents, wife Helen in 2007; a son, Ronald in 1991; brother, Marvin; and a sister, Evelyn Buchholz. Lindstrom Funeral Home, 641-985-2242.
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/4/2008.

Murphy, Katherine Roseanne (Fitzpatrick)

ROCKWELL - Katherine Roseanne Murphy, 83, of 216 Third St. N. died Monday (June 2, 2008) at the Rockwell Community Nursing Home, Rockwell. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 5, at St. Patrick's Catholic Church, 410 Patrick St., Dougherty, with the Rev. David Kucera and Deacon Vic Groh officiating. Burial will be in St. Patrick's Catholic Cemetery, Dougherty. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. today with a rosary being said at 7 p.m. by Sr. Mary Ellen, PBVM and Our Lady of Blessed Sacrament, Sr. Walter Marie, Sr. Marie Louise and Sr. Mary Kay at the St. Patrick's Catholic Church parish hall, 410 Patrick St., Dougherty. Katherine Roseanne Fitzpatrick was born on Jan. 2, 1925, to James Thomas and Esther Georgeanna Cornell Fitzpatrick in San Pedro, Calif. Katherine spent most of her young years in Fallbrook, Calif., with her older brother, James Thomas Jr. Katherine attended Fallbrook grade school, graduating from San Pedro High School at the age of 17 in 1942. On June 26, 1943, Katherine was united in marriage in San Pedro to James Patrick Murphy, who was serving in the U.S. Navy at that time. After living in San Pedro and Fallbrook for several years, Katherine and Jim returned to Iowa, where they ran the Cartersville Store. They later moved to Dougherty where she resided for 50 years. Katherine worked as a unit clerk at Mercy Hospital; retiring in 1990. During her years in Dougherty she was an active member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church and Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Rockwell. She was active in the Senior Citizens Centers in Dougherty and Rockwell and the American Legion Auxiliary. She enjoyed playing cards and spending time with her friends at the Kensington Club in Rockwell. Her greatest love was spending cherished time with all her children and grandchildren. Those left to cherish her memory are her children, John Murphy of Marion, Jim Murphy of Cedar Rapids, Pat (Lori) Murphy of Algona, Regina Murphy of Ankeny, Mary (Duane) Lyons of Belmond, and Carolyn (Ron) Engelhardt of Ankeny, 12 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Sr. Mary Ellen Murphy, PBVM, of Dubuque, Gwen Murphy of Mason City and Marcille Murphy of Rockwell; along with several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, James and Esther Fitzpatrick; husband, James Murphy; brother, James Thomas Jr.; infant son, Vincent Eugene Murphy; along with several brothers-in-law, and sisters-in-law. Memorials may be directed to the Katherine Roseanne Murphy Memorial Fund. Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 641-423-2372. www.colonialchapels.com
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/4/2008.

Reed, Merlene I. "Jackie"

MASON CITY - Merlene I. "Jackie" Reed, 84, of 1261 Goodman, High Island, Texas, and formerly of Mason City, died Sunday (June 1, 2008) at her home in Texas. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, June 6, at Memorial Park Cemetery in Mason City. Visitation will be from 10 until 10:45 a.m. Friday at Fullerton Funeral Home, 123 Second St. S.E. in Mason City. Those wishing to leave messages, condolences or stories may do so at www.Fullertonfh.com Fullerton Funeral Home, 641-423-8676. www.Fullertonfh.com
Published in the Globe Gazette from 6/3/2008 - 6/4/2008.

Schmidt, Robert

FLOYD - Robert Schmidt, 100, of Floyd, died Monday (June 2, 2008) at his home. Funeral services for Robert Schmidt will be held 10:30 a.m. Friday at the Hauser Funeral Home, 1205 S. Main St. in Charles City, with Pastor LaVonne Kaasa, pastor of the Grace United Methodist Church in Floyd, officiating. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery at Floyd. Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the Hauser Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. until service time on Friday. Robert Hanf Schmidt was born on the family farm south of Floyd on April 13, 1908, the son of Wencel and Minnie (Hanf) Schmidt. He graduated from the Floyd High School in 1925 and attended Iowa State University. On Sept. 29, 1934, he was united in marriage to Angeline Beekman at the Little Brown Church in Nashua. They worked on the family farm and fed cattle even into the retirement years. Angeline died on Oct. 4, 1989. Robert served as secretary of the Floyd Consolidated School for several years, as township clerk and helped in establishing the Floyd County Soil Conservation District. His interests included livestock, Chesapeake dogs and raising geraniums. Living family members include a daughter, Sandra Ewalt of Floyd; three grandchildren, Darcy Ewalt Barrentine and her family Briana Rae and Brandon Luke Barrentine, Mark (Kay) Ewalt and Kyle Ewalt and his family Kara Amber and Shelby Ray Ewalt; a sister, Vanita Workman of Floyd; several nieces and nephews; and many good neighbors and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; and wife, Angeline. The Hauser Funeral Home, 641-228-2323. www.hauserfh.com
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/4/2008.

Schuldt, Thelma A.

MASON CITY - Thelma A. Schuldt, 88, of Mason City, died Monday (June 2, 2008) at Heritage Care Center. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 6, at Grace Evangelical Free Church, 440 Illinois Ave. N. in Mason City. Interment will be in Elmwood-St. Joseph Cemetery. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service on Friday at the church. Memorials may be directed to the Gideon's International Memorial Fund. Major Erickson Funeral Home & Crematory, 641-423-0924. www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/4/2008.

Avery, Robert G. "Bob"

ROWAN - Robert "Bob" G. Avery, 77, of Rowan passed away Monday (June 2, 2008) in the hospice unit of the Wright Medical Center in Clarion. Funeral services for Bob will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, June 6, at the United Church of Rowan in Rowan with Pastor Nancy Hofmeister officiating. Burial will be in the Graceland Cemetery near Rowan. Military rites will be provided by the Rowan American Legion. Visitation for Bob Avery will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. today, June 5, at the Dugger Funeral Home, 111 Luick's Lane S., Belmond, and one hour prior to services on Friday at the church. Robert Gean Avery, the son of John and Eva (Fischer) Avery, was born on April 23, 1931, in Miller, S.D. His family moved to the Eagle Grove area when he was a young boy. He attended country school and the Eagle Grove school until his family moved to Rowan in his freshman year of high school. Bob graduated from the Rowan High School in the class of 1949. He and Anna Mae (Annie) Tudor were married at the Little Brown Church on Jan. 6, 1952. Prior to his induction into the Army in March of 1952, he worked for the railroad and various farmers in the area. Bob was particularly proud of his service to his country, including a year-long deployment to Korea, where he served as a military policeman. He was honorably discharged in March 1954 and returned to the Rowan community where he lived for the rest of his life. With help from their parents, Bob and Annie began farming in 1954 on rented land north of town. Bob was proud of his success at farming and he and Annie farmed until ill health forced him to retire in 1989. During retirement they enjoyed winters in Weslaco, Texas, with many friends from the Rowan area. Bob was an outdoorsman and horseman at heart and took great joy in riding and even greater joy in sharing his love of horses with his family and friends. He was an original member of the Belmond Saddle Club and a member of the Hamilton County Saddle Club. He was particularly proud of the riding skills of his grandchildren. He was a lifelong supporter of the Rowan Community. He was a member of the Rowan Legion and the Rowan's Lion Club. He served for years as guardian of the sausages at the Lion's all-you-can-eat pancake breakfasts. He was one of the originators of the Rowan Endowment fund. Bob rarely sat still and took his hobbies as seriously as he took his work. He was known for his clowning and trained mule, his skill as a square dance caller and amateur auctioneer, his drumming in the Aitken Hearts and Country Cousins, his decorative and humorous welding, and his love of stories, practical jokes and tall tales. Many times only the twinkle in his eye gave him away. Bob was a great role model and teacher for his family. He was especially proud and supportive of Annie and daughter-in-law Terri's musical performances. Bob is survived by his wife of 56 years, Annie; Jim and Terri Avery of Rowan, Jack Avery and Dan Lontkowski of St. Paul, Minn.; and grandchildren Abbey, Caleb and Brogan. He was preceded in death by his parents, an infant sister and father and mother-in-law Dillard and Luelda Tudor. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be given in Bob's name to the Rowan Endowment Fund, the United Church of Rowan or Hospice of Wright County. Dugger Funeral Home, 641-444-3248.
Published in the Globe Gazette from 6/4/2008 - 6/5/2008.

Branstad, Harold

MANLY - Harold Branstad, 61, died Wednesday (June 4, 2008) at his home. Funeral arrangements are incomplete with the Bride Colonial Chapel in Manly. Bride Colonial Chapel, 641-454-2242, www.colonialchapels.com.
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/5/2008.

Bryant, Newton Ford

WESLACO, Texas - Newton Bryant, 75, passed away Nov. 25, 2007, at his home in Weslaco, Texas. There will be a gathering of family and friends from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 7, in East Park at Shelter House No. 4. Come and share your memories of Newt with his wife, Darlene; his children, Debra and Bill Baker, Jim Bryant, Ellen Bryant; his grandson, Daniel Bryant; and great-grandchildren Lane, Riley and Lilyann Bryant. The inurnment will take place at 11 a.m. Monday, June 9 in Oakland Cemetery in Forest City, with military honors provided by the Clear Lake VFW.
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/5/2008.

Dickhoff, Ruth "Toots"

CHARLES CITY - Ruth "Toots" Dickhoff, 96, of Charles City, died Tuesday (June 3, 2008) at the Floyd County Medical Center in Charles City. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Hauser Funeral Home, 1205 S. Main, Charles City, with the Rev. Carl Ries, pastor of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery at Charles City. Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. until time of services on Saturday at the Hauser Funeral Home, with a rosary at 9 a.m. The Hauser Funeral Home, (641) 228-2323, www.hauserfh.com.
Published in the Globe Gazette from 6/4/2008 - 6/5/2008.

Harrod Sr., John P.

MT. HOREB, Wis. - John P. Harrod Sr., 87, passed away on Wednesday (June 4, 2008) at the Ingleside Care Center in Mount Horeb, Wis. He was born in Logan, Iowa, on Sept. 22, 1921, the son of Clyde A. Harrod and Ruth Brown Harrod. He spent his childhood in the southwest Iowa community, graduating from Logan High School and then serving in the U.S. Army. He was stationed in Africa and Italy during World War II and was the recipient of three Bronze Stars. Following the war, John returned to Iowa and married Anabel Brundige in 1946. They made their home in the northern Iowa area, raising their children in Clear Lake and Mason City. Through mutual consensus, John and Anabel divorced but remained friends. During his working career John earned his mortuary degree and spent a number of years in the funeral, retail furniture and insurance businesses. Following his retirement he moved to Wisconsin to be closer to his family. John was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by two sons: John P. Harrod Jr. (Jane) of Middleton, Wis., and Grant J. Harrod (Kristie and her son, Tony) of Alexandria, La.; grandsons, J. Scott Harrod (Susan), of Waunakee, Wis., (their daughters, Lauren and Allison), and James S. Harrod (Casey), of Waunakee. A private graveside service will be held in Logan, Iowa. In lieu of flowers the family asks that memorials be made to the donor's choice. A memorial fund will be established at a later time. A special thanks to the wonderful staff at Ingle Living Communities for their years of care and loving assistance. The Ellestad Funeral Home, 500 N Eighth St., Mt. Horeb, Wis., is serving the family; 608-437-5077, www.ellestadfuneralhome.com.
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/5/2008.

Pint, Velma

CHARLES CITY - Velma Pint, 87, of Charles City died Wednesday (June 4, 2008) at her home. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at the Hauser Funeral Home, 1205 S. Main, Charles City; 641-228-2323, www.hauserfh.com.
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/5/2008.

Reed, Merlene I. "Jackie"

MASON CITY - Merlene I. "Jackie" Reed, 84, of 1261 Goodman, High Island, Texas, and formerly of Rockwell, Swaledale and Mason City, died Sunday (June 1, 2008) at her home in Texas. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, June 6, at Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to services at the Fullerton Funeral Home, 123 Second St. S.E., Mason City, with James Fullerton, CFSP, CPC, officiating. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to send donations to Hospice. Condolences, thoughts, prayers and stories may be sent to the family at www.Fullertonfh.com. Merlene was born on Nov. 4, 1923, in Rockwell, the daughter of Henry and Margaret "Thomas" Arndt. She was raised and attended school in Rockwell. Yes, she walked to school and several times was chased by a bull. At an early age and through her life she played guitar and sang. The family remembers many enjoyable evenings singing with their mom. She was united in marriage to William "Bill" M. Reed on Sept. 16, 1950, in Mason City. They made their home on a farm near Swaledale where they had horses and other animals. Her green thumb was evident in her flowers and huge vegetable garden. From that garden she made the best use of the produce. She made the best potato salad ever and loved to bake cookies for the kid's school events. Over a four-year period she helped her husband build a house in Clear Lake. She sewed for the family and made the grandchildren blankets, pillows and stuffed toys. In her later years she would make sequined calendars for everyone. Going to the Surf Ballroom on Saturdays with all the relatives was a special treat for her and her husband. In her spare time she was a huge Michael Jordan fan with the Chicago Bulls. When she could still get around she attended her grandchildren's sporting events. Those thankful to share in Merlene's life are her two children, Margaret and her husband, Douglas Head; and her son, James Reed, all of High Island Texas; eight grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and six great-great-grandchildren and four sisters. Her husband of 21 years and her daughter Sharon Fight Master preceded her in death. Fullerton Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 641-423-8676, www.Fullertonfh.com.
Published in the Globe Gazette from 6/3/2008 - 6/5/2008.

Schuldt, Thelma A.

MASON CITY - Thelma A. Schuldt, 88, of Mason City died Monday (June 2, 2008) at the Heritage Care Center. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, June 6, at the Grace Evangelical Free Church, 440 Illinois Ave. N., with Pastor Scott Davis and Pastor Patrick Drury officiating. Interment will be in Elmwood-St. Joseph Cemetery. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service on Friday at the church. Memorials may be directed to the Gideon's International Memorial Fund. Thelma was born on March 13, 1920, in Mankato, Minn., the daughter of Mike and Mary (Abdo) George. She graduated from Central Sioux City High School in 1938. She was married to Clifford L. Schuldt on March 13, 1961, in Luverne, Minn. She enjoyed traveling and her family and friends were a very important aspect of her life. She was a member of the Grace Evangelical Free Church in Mason City, where she enjoyed being an active member. Thelma is survived by her husband, Clifford, of Mason City; her children, Betty Sadler and husband, Cletus, of Waterloo, Tim Walker and wife, Ellie, of Green Cove Springs, Fla., Marie Farrington of Waterloo, Mark Walker of Gulfport, Miss., David Walker of Forest City, Mary Jane Buck of North Carolina, Cindy Werle of North Carolina, and Rhonda Schuldt of Rochester, Minn.; sister, Freda Coury of Sioux City; and seven grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; son William Joseph Schuldt; brothers Herbert and William George; and sisters Agnes Frazey, Margaret Abdo, Frances Coover and Bernice George. Arrangements are with the Major Erickson Funeral Home & Crematory, 111 N. Pennsylvania Ave, 641-423-0924, www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com.
Published in the Globe Gazette from 6/4/2008 - 6/5/2008.

Wagner, Louise A.

NASHUA - Louise A. Wagner, 67, of Nashua died Wednesday (June 4, 2008) at her home in Nashua. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at the Hugeback & Chenoweth Funeral home in Nashua; 641-435-4134.
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/5/2008. Posted on 06/05/2008 by Gene Manning