June 6-10, 2008

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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.

Arnold, Frank W.

GARNER - Frank W. Arnold, 80, of Garner died Thursday (June 5, 2008) at the Concord Care Center in Garner. Memorial services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 12, at the United Methodist Church in Garner with the Rev. David Wagner officiating. Inurnment will be 1 p.m. Thursday at the Madison Township Cemetery in Forest City. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 11, at the Cataldo Funeral Chapel in Garner and will continue one hour prior to services on Thursday at the church. Cataldo Funeral Home, 641-923-2841; www.cataldofuneralhome.com.
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/6/2008.

Branstad, Harold Dennis


MANLY - Harold Dennis Branstad, 61, of Manly died Wednesday (June 4, 2008) at his home, surrounded by his family and friends. A memorial service for Harold will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, June 9, at the Bride Colonial Chapel, 110 E. Spring St., Manly, with the Rev. Thomas Healey, chaplin of Hospice of North Iowa, officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to service time on Monday at the chapel. According to his wishes cremation rites have taken place. The family of Harold Dennis Branstad has requested that memorial contributions be made to the American Cancer Society in his memory. Harold Dennis Branstad was born on Nov. 5, 1946, in Kensett, Iowa, the son of Iver and Bernice (Ash) Branstad. Harold graduated from Mason City High School and also graduated from the Culinary School in Council Bluffs. Harold worked for many years at the Decker's Meat Packing Co. in Mason City, until it's closing, and than worked for Iowa Beef Co. in Sterling, Colo. Harold's passion in life was antiques, buying and selling items at flea markets around the country and going to auctions. He loved fishing, gardening, animals, Western movies, was a cowboy at heart and loved and enjoyed his family and grandchildren. Those left to cherish his memory are his children, Ben (Michelle) Branstad of Monticello, Minn., and Pvt. Andrew (Amanda) Branstad stationed in San Antonio, Texas; grandchildren Joshua Branstad, Petra (Matt) Watton, Nathaniel, Caeleb and Korrigan Branstad; his sister, Virginia Servantez of Mason City; and a brother, Iver (Edie) Branstad of St. Ansgar; his significant other, Stevie Overton of Des Moines; many nieces and nephews; and many extended family members and friends. His parents; sister, Charlotte Bushbaum; and a brother, Barney Branstad, preceded him in death. Bride Colonial Chapel, 641-454-2242; www.colonialchapels.com.
Published in the Globe Gazette from 6/5/2008 - 6/6/2008.

Hansen, Doraine A. "Dee"

MASON CITY - Doraine A. "Dee" Hansen, 92, of Mason City died Thursday (June 5, 2008) at the Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, June 9, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 329 E. State St., with Pastor Paul Nelson of St. James Lutheran Church officiating. Interment will be in the Manly Cemetery. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service on Monday at the church. Major Erickson Funeral Home and Crematory, 641-423-0924, www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com.
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/6/2008.

Heldenbrand, William "Bill"

MASON CITY - William "Bill" Heldenbrand, 81, died Thursday (June 5, 2008) at the IOOF Home in Mason City. Funeral arrangements are incomplete with Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 Third St. N.E., Mason City. Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 641-423-2372, www.colonialchapels. com.
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/6/2008.

Pint, Velma

CHARLES CITY -Velma Pint, 87, of Charles City died Wednesday (June 4, 2008) at her home. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday at the Bethany Alliance Church with Pastor Kent Sovine officiating. Burial will be in Sunnyside Memory Gardens, rural Charles City. Visitation will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday at the Hauser Funeral Home, 1205 S. Main St., Charles City. Visitation will continue one hour prior to services on Monday at the church. The Hauser Funeral Home, 641- 228-2323, www.hauserfh.com.
Published in the Globe Gazette from 6/5/2008 - 6/6/2008.

Rasmussen, Ethelyn

KANAWHA - Ethelyn Rasmussen, 92, of Kanawha died Thursday (June 5, 2008) at the Kanawha Community Home in Kanawha. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, June 9, at the United Methodist Church in Kanawha, with the Rev. Cynthia Morrison officiating. Burial will take place at Amsterdam Township Cemetery in Kanawha. Visitation will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday, June 8, at the Ewing Funeral Home, 118 E. Second St., Kanawha, and will continue one hour prior to services on Monday at the church. Ewing Funeral Home, 641-762-3211.
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/6/2008.

Arnold, Frank W.

GARNER - Frank W. Arnold, 80, of Garner died Thursday (June 5, 2008) at Concord Care Center in Garner.

Memorial services will be held 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 12, at the United Methodist Church in Garner with the Rev. David Wagner officiating. Inurnment will be 1 p.m. Thursday at Madison Township Cemetery in Forest City with military rites by the Forest City American Legion Post No. 121.

Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 11, at Cataldo Funeral Chapel in Garner and will continue one hour prior to services at the church.

Frank William Arnold, the son of Frank and Laura (Makin) Arnold, was born June 25, 1927, at Forest City. He grew up in Forest City and attained the rank of Eagle Scout with two palms in Boy Scout Troop 18. He graduated from Forest City High School in 1945 and enlisted in the Army Air Force Cadet Program. He served in the European Theater of Operations with the 51st Air Troop Carrier Wing, 9th Air Force, as a crew chief. Frank was also a member of the 508th AAF Band. After his honorable discharge, Frank returned to Forest City and attended Waldorf College.

On Dec. 31, 1947, Frank married Betty Ann Schulz at the United Methodist Church in Forest City. To this union three children were born, Jean Ann, Frank Gustav and John Michael. Frank began his employment in the postal service on June 1, 1947, serving as a city carrier until 1951. He was then transferred to rural route No. 3, where he served until 1972. Upon his retirement from the USPS on June 27, 1972, he worked at Winnebago and Waldorf College as a security officer. In the fall of 1973, Frank moved to Tucson, Ariz., where he worked for Continental Security. Upon returning to Forest City, he served as chief of police at Buffalo Center during the summer of 1974. Frank then worked at Bill's Red Owl for 14 months before joining Winnebago as a security officer in November 1975. He remained there until December 1977, at which time he and Betty moved to Reno, Nev. He went to work for the MGM Grand-Reno, on Jan. 27 as mailroom supervisor. He started alone setting up the system and later the mailroom and 8 employees. On July 11, 1978, he resigned as supervisor and became an armed MGM security officer in the largest casino in the world. He left MGM security on Jan. 28, 1984, retiring at that time on medical leave due to illness. While living in the Reno area, they were fortunate to travel extensively.

In August 1994, Frank and Betty returned to the Garner-Forest City area. Frank and Betty were able to enjoy 60 years of marriage.

Frank was very active and held offices in many organizations. He was a member of the Garner United Methodist Church, participated in the Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts and taught First Aid for 14 years. He was a member of the County ARC Board for many years, was a member of the Forest City Fire Department for 18 years, Winnebago County Emergency Radio Net, Methodist Church Board and was a Sunday school superintendent. He held county and district offices in the Iowa Rural Letter Carrier Association and was named Outstanding Carrier of the 6th District of Iowa in 1969. He was a member of the Forest City American Legion Post 121 for 50 years and also held positions of vice commander, commander and honor guard. Frank also belonged to the Garner VFW Post 5515.

He is survived by his wife, Betty, of Garner; daughter, Jean Ann of North Miami, Fla.; sons, Frank Gustav Arnold of Garner and John Michael Arnold of Forest City; a former daughter-in-law, Brenda; four grandchildren, Chuck, Teresa, Maia and Michael; seven great-grandchildren, Miranda, Mitchel, Magan, Nathaniel, Dustin, Alexis and Zander; and sisters-in-law, Winona Schulz of Garner and Lois (Merlyn) Schmoll of West Liberty.

He was preceded in death by his parents; parents-in-law, Gus and Anna Schulz; brothers-in-law, Glen Schulz in infancy and Donald Schulz; and a sister-in-law, Darlene (Schulz) Adams.

Cataldo Funeral Home, 641-923-2841.

www.cataldofuneralhome.com

Published in the Globe Gazette from 6/6/2008 - 6/8/2008.

Beaver, Lester

CHARLES CITY - Lester Beaver, 87, of Charles City, died Friday (June 6, 2008) at the Floyd County Medical Center in Charles City. Funeral services for Lester Beaver will be held 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Hauser Funeral Home in Charles City. Pastor Dennis Niezwaag, of St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, will officiate. Burial will be in Sunnyside Memory Gardens, rural Charles City. Military honors will be conducted by the Charles City Ceremonial Unit. Friends may call at the Hauser Funeral Home from 4 to 8 p.m. Monday. Visitation will continue Tuesday an hour prior to the service. The Hauser Funeral Home, Charles City, is in charge of arrangements, 641-228-2323. www.hauserfh.com
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/8/2008.

Field, Marie C.

OSAGE - Marie Christine Birkedal Field, age 90, formerly of Osage, died peacefully at her home in San Gabriel, Calif., Wednesday (June 4, 2008). Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m., Monday, June 9, at Rock Creek Lutheran Church, 3269 Foothill Ave., Osage, with the Rev. R. Dawson Tornes officiating and assisted by the pastors in Marie's family. Burial will be in Rock Creek Cemetery. Visitation is from 5 to 7 p.m. today at Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home in Osage with family time at 7 p.m. Visitation will continue one hour before services at the church. Marie was born Oct. 20, 1917, at home in Dunn County, N.D., the daughter of Peter and Sara (Motland) Birkedal. She was baptized immediately at birth because they thought she may not live. For the first years of her life, the family spoke only Norwegian. When it was time for Marie to go to school the family moved to a farm near Osage where many relatives lived and Marie learned English. She graduated from Otranto High School and received an associate of arts degree in elementary education from Waldorf College. Marie taught grades 3 to 8 in Carpenter, Plymouth and Osage from 1937-43. She subsequently taught special education in Osage from 1964-83. In 1969 she received her bachelor of arts degree from the University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls. Marie was married to John Field, Jan. 28, 1942, at Rock Creek Lutheran Church by the Rev. C. B. Gunderson. They raised their family on a farm west of Osage. John died in 1998. For the 10 years prior to his death, they spent winters in California and came back to Iowa for planting and harvesting. After John's death, Marie lived with her daughter Geraldine in California, but still visited her farm in Iowa every year. Marie was a life long member of Rock Creek Lutheran Church and its organizations. She was also a member of Alpha Delta Kappa, Sons of Norway, American Legion Auxiliary, and Shakespearean Club. She was secretary of the Maakestad Picnic for many years and served North Iowa CEC as president and SECDC as consulting teacher for Area II. Scrapbooks, photo albums, hosting family get-togethers and family history were very important to her. She was especially known for her Christmas family newsletter. She enjoyed traveling very much. John and Marie drove through all 50 states, the Canadian provinces, Mexico, Germany and Scandinavia. They also traveled in England, Japan and Korea. Many of these trips were happy times with the family. Family was very important to both John and Marie. John did not live to see Kai (age 6), Lilly (age 3), and John (age 1), but Marie was able to enjoy these new little members of the family. Her last trip was to Missouri to be at John's baptism on June 1, 2008. Marie had struggled with Parkinson's Disease since 1999. Everyone admired her courageous spirit. She still went to church every Sunday and attended family gatherings and concerts. She was an inspiration to all of us. The picture appearing with this obituary was taken on her 90th birthday. Marie is survived by three daughters, Carolyn Cassidy, Logansport, Ind., Geraldine Keeling, San Gabriel, Calif., and Joanne Field, Topeka, Kan.; a son, Donald Field, wife Kye-Suk and daughter Kai Marie, Topeka, Kan.; two grandsons, Brendon Cassidy of Sherman Oaks, Calif., Michael Cassidy and wife, Elizabeth, and children Lilly and John, Warrensburg, Mo., one sister, Margaret (Phillip) Luttio, and many nieces and nephews and extended family. Marie was preceded by her parents; her husband John; one brother, Palmer; Carolyn's husband, Dick, Geraldine's husband Steve;and many other loved ones. Blessed be their memories. Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home, Osage, 641-732-3706.
Published in the Globe Gazette from 6/7/2008 - 6/8/2008.

Froehlich, Daniel Edward

St. BENEDICT - Daniel E. Froehlich died Friday (June 6, 2008) at the Good Samaritan Society, Algona. He was 92. Funeral services will be Monday, June 9, at 10:30 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church with the Rev. Steve Turner officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery in Wesley. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. today at the Garry-Roberts-Murphy-Schaaf Funeral Home in Algona. Daniel Edward Froehlich was born April 7, 1916, in St. Benedict, the son of Dan and Eliza (Schonbohm) Froehlich. He grew up and attended school in the St. Benedict area and in 1935, graduated from Corwith High School. After his schooling he worked for Pratt Electric in Algona before joining the United States Navy and serving his country in World War II as a motor machinist mate second class. After being honorably discharged he returned to the St. Benedict area. On Feb. 10, 1945, Dan was united in marriage to Alice Mae Hagge in Ledyard, Iowa. After their marriage they lived on the family farm near St. Benedict where Dan farmed until returning to the U.S. Navy to serve his country in the Korean conflict. Dan returned home to farm and in 1977, the couple moved to LuVerne. Alice died Jan. 2, 1986, and in 1990 Dan moved to Algona where he has lived since. Dan enjoyed building and flying radio controlled airplanes, stock car races, playing cards and for a short time raced remote control cars in Algona. He was a member of the Golden "K" Kiwanis, the American Legion Andrews Post No. 428 in Wesley and Trinity Lutheran Church. He is survived by three sons, Steve and Judy Froehlich of Belmond, Terry Froehlich of Algona, Dan and Polly Froehlich of White Bear Lake, Minn.; seven grandchildren, Jake and Jesse Froehlich, Kelly Hill, Amanda, Amy, Julie and Sarah Froehlich; two great-grandchildren, Dravyn Froehlich and Jolie Hill. Also surviving are sisters, Bobbi Ann Kutschara of Algona, Mary Lou and Roy Overton of West Des Moines, Ruth and Jim O'Hara of Morris, Ill., and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; stepmother, Regina Froehlich; infant sister, Edna Froehlich and brother, Francis "Shrimp" Froehlich. Garry-Roberts-Murphy-Schaaf Funeral Home, Algona, 515-295-3731 www.oakcrestfuneralservices.com
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/8/2008.

Guild, Birdella L.

MASON CITY - Birdella L. Guild, 94, of Mason City, died Sunday, May 25, at Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa in Mason City. A celebration of life for Birdella will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 14, at First Presbyterian Church, 100 S. Pierce Ave., Mason City, with the Rev. Paul A. Collier officiating. Following the services a light lunch and visitation will be held in the church fellowship hall. Inurnment will be private at Elmwood-St. Joseph Cemetery Columbarium. Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, Mason City, is in charge of the arrangements, 641-423-2372. www.colonialchapels.com
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/8/2008.

Heldenbrand, William Lester "Bill"

MASON CITY - William "Bill" Lester Heldenbrand, 81, died Thursday, June 5, at the IOOF Home, Mason City Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, June 9, at Hogan Bremer Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 Third Street N.E. Mason City, with Pastor Ed Bard officiating. Full military honors will be conducted by members of the Mason City Veterans Memorial Association. Cremation will follow services, with inurnment at a later date. Visitation will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. today at Hogan Bremer Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 Third St. N.E. Mason City. Memorials may be directed to the William "Bill" Lester Heldenbrand Memorial Fund. William Lester Heldenbrand was born Feb. 2, 1927, in Verdon, S.D., the son of Lester and Lodema (Cronk) Heldenbrand. He graduated early from Parkers High School in Parkers, S.D., enlisting in the U.S. Navy on Jan. 17, 1945, serving during World War II. He was honorably discharged on Aug. 17, 1946. Returning home he helped farm until going to telegrapher school. Bill was a telegrapher for the Chicago Northwestern Rail Road. He was united in marriage to Phyllis Berke on Aug. 29, 1952. To this union two children were born. Bill retired from the Chicago Northwestern Rail Road after 40 years of service in January 1990. Bill and Phyllis loved traveling; they were snowbirds wintering in Texas. He liked fishing, especially taking trips up north to Minnesota. He had an interest in cars. He always liked a clean car. Bill was member of the Rail Road Union. Bill is survived by his wife, Phyllis Heldenbrand, Mason City; children, Susan Rust, Omaha, Neb., David (Mary) Heldenbrand, Latimer; grandchildren, Tyler and Tara Skog, Samantha, Alex and Erin Heldenbrand; great-granddaughter, Hadassah; sisters, Betty Rayburn, Mary Gunderson and Pat Wiles; brother, James Heldenbrand; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Bill is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Boyd. Hogan Bremer Moore Colonial Chapel, 641-423-2372. www.colonialchapels.com
Published in the Globe Gazette from 6/6/2008 - 6/8/2008.

Huibsch, Joseph C.

IOWA FALLS - Joseph C. Huibsch, 80, of Iowa Falls died Friday (June 6, 2008) at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. A Mass of resurrection for Joseph Huibsch will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 10, at St. Mark's Catholic Church in Iowa Falls. A rosary and scripture service will be held at 4:30 p.m. Monday at the Linn's Funeral Home, Iowa Falls, followed by a time of visitation from 5 to 7 p.m. Arrangements have been entrusted to Linn's Funeral Homes, Iowa Falls, 641-648-2569.
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/8/2008.

Larson, Lynn "Bud"

OSAGE - Lynn "Bud" Larson, age 91, of Osage, died Friday (June 6, 2008) at the Osage Rehabilitation and Health Care Center. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at the Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home in Osage, 641-732-3706.
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/8/2008.

Linn, Ernie

GENEVA - Ernie Linn, 62, of Geneva passed away Friday (June 6, 2008) as a result of an automobile accident. Funeral services are pending at the Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton, 641-456-3232.
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/8/2008.

Robertson, Roy

GENEVA - Roy Robertson, 56, of Geneva died Friday (June 6, 2008) as a result of an automobile accident. Funeral services are pending at the Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton, 641-456-3232.
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/8/2008.

Field, Marie C.

OSAGE - Marie C. Field, age 90, of San Gabriel, Calif., and formerly of Osage, died Wednesday (June 4, 2008) at her home in San Gabriel. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, June 9, at Eden Presbyterian Church, 3105 Glass Ave., Rudd, with the Rev. R. Dawson Tornes officiating and assisted by the pastors in Marie's family. Please note this is a change in the location for the funeral. It was originally to be held at Rock Creek Lutheran Church, rural Osage, but has been moved to Eden Presbyterian Church, rural Rudd, because of flooding . Burial will be at a later date at Rock Creek Cemetery. Visitation was held on Sunday and will be held from noon to 1 p.m. Monday before services at the church. People traveling from Osage, should go south on T-38 to the Avenue of the Saints and then north on the Rudd blacktop to Eden Presbyterian Church. Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home, Osage, 641-732-3706.
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/9/2008.

Hinckley, Harry M.

BELMOND - Harry M. Hinckley, age 83, of Belmond, a lifelong resident of the Belmond and Rowan area, died Saturday (June 7, 2008) at Belmond Health Care Center in Belmond. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 11, at the United Church of Rowan. The Rev. Nancy Hofmeister will be officiating. Burial with full military honors provided by the Rowan Military Unit will be in Graceland Cemetery near Rowan. Visitation will be 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the Andrews Funeral Home, 516 First St. S.E., Belmond, and continue one hour prior to the services at church Wednesday. Andrews Funeral Home, Belmond, 641-444-4474.
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/9/2008.

Larson, Lynn "Bud"

OSAGE - Lynn "Bud" Larson, 91, of Osage died Friday (June 6, 2008) at the Osage Rehabilitation and Health Care Center. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, June 12, at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Osage with Rev. Roy Ott officiating. Burial will be at the Osage Cemetery with military honors by Osage American Legion Post No. 278. Visitation will be one hour before services at the church. Lynn was born April 2, 1917, the son of Henry and Clara (Bagstad) Larson, in Dickey, N.D. His family moved to Lyle, Minn., where they farmed. They later moved to Osage. Lynn attended school in Osage. He married Marion Baldner of Austin, Minn., on Oct. 7, 1939. Sgt. Larson was inducted into the Army in December 1942. After completing his training at Fort Warren, Wyo., he left for overseas duty. He was assigned to the 43rd Division while they were in the New Georgia campaign. After the campaign, the division left for New Zealand. The division's final trip led to Japan. The march included two of the roughest campaigns, the New Guinea and Luzon campaigns. Lynn was awarded the Bronze Star and Purple Heart for action in Luzon and three Bronze Stars on his Asiatic theater ribbon. The battalion in which he served was presented the Distinguished Unit Citation for its part in the campaign on Luzon. Lynn returned to Osage and worked as a dry cleaner for 30 years at Osage Cleaners. He also worked at Mitchell County Hospital in maintenance and as an ambulance driver and for the Conservation Commission. He loved trout fishing and visiting with family and friends. Lynn is survived by two daughters, Barbara (Alan) Brooker of Eagan, Minn., and Beverly Larson of Mason City; grandchildren, Carrie (Tom) Brooker/Hunter of Springfield, N.J., Mikan (Phil) Sheldon of Algonquin, Ill., Jeff Brooker of Eagan, Minn., and Lyndsay (Mat) Schulz of Denver, Colo.; great-grandsons, Noah Sheldon and Max Hunter; one sister, Helen Potter of Peoria, Ariz.; and many other extended family members. He is preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Clara; his wife, Marion; infant daughter, Carol; one brother, Truman; and sister, Vida Hovelson. Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home, Osage, 641-732-3706.
Published in the Globe Gazette from 6/8/2008 - 6/9/2008.

Linn, Ernest D. "Ernie"

GENEVA - Ernest "Ernie" D. Linn, 62, of Geneva passed away Friday (June 6, 2008) in Geneva. Memorial services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the Geneva United Methodist Church in Geneva. The Rev. Sylvia Kennedy will officiate the service. Inurnment will be in Lindenwood Cemetery at a later date. Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Homes of Hampton is in charge of arrangements.
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/9/2008

Rasmussen, Dorothy L.

SHEFFIELD - Dorothy L. Rasmussen, 88, of Sheffield died Saturday (June 7, 2008) at the Sheffield Care Center. Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 12, at Richland Lutheran Church, 300 Elm St., Thornton, with the Rev. Sam Schmeling officiating. Interment will be at Hillside Cemetery, Sheffield. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 11, at Retz-Grarup Funeral Home, 203 Maple St., Sheffield, 641-892-4241.
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/9/2008.

Robertson, Roy Douglas

GENEVA - Roy D. Robertson, 55, of Geneva died Friday (June 6, 2008). Memorial services will be 10:30 a.m.Wednesday at Geneva United Methodist Church in Geneva. The Rev. Sylvia Kennedy will officiate the service. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the family. Sietsema Vogel Funeral Home, Hampton.
Published in the Globe Gazette from 6/8/2008 - 6/9/2008.

Weisenstein, Mary

CHARLES CITY - Mary Weisenstein, 91, of Charles City, died Sunday (June 8, 2008) at Cedar Health in Charles City. Funeral services for Mary Weisenstein will be held 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Hauser Funeral Home in Charles City. Pastor Todd Yeaton will officiate. Burial will be in the Horton Cemetery. Friends may call at 9:30 a.m. until time of service Wednesday at the Hauser Funeral Home. The Hauser Funeral Home, Charles City, 641-228-2323. www.hauserfh.com
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/9/2008.

Ysker, John A.

BELMOND - John A. Ysker, 56, of Belmond died Saturday (June 7, 2008) in an automobile accident.

Funeral arrangements are pending at the Dugger Funeral Home, 111 Luick's Lane S, Belmond, 641-444-3248.

Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/9/2008.

Beaver, Lester

CHARLES CITY - Lester Beaver, 87, of Charles City, died Friday (June 6, 2008) at the Floyd County Medical Center in Charles City. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at the Hauser Funeral Home, 1205 S. Main in Charles City, with Pastor Dennis Niezwaag, of the Saint John Evangelical Lutheran Church, officiating. Burial will be in Sunnyside Memory Gardens, rural Charles City. Military honors will be conducted by the Charles City Ceremonial Unit. Visitation will be held from 4 until 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Hauser Funeral Home. Visitation will continue one hour prior to services on Thursday. The Hauser Funeral Home, 641- 228-2323. www.hauserfh.com.
Published in the Globe Gazette from 6/8/2008 - 6/10/2008.

DeVries, Opal B. Leibrand

BUFFALO CENTER - Opal B. Leibrand DeVries, 88, of Buffalo Center, died on Saturday (June 7, 2008) at the Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa in Mason City. Her funeral ceremony will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 11, at the United Methodist Church in Buffalo Center, with Pastor Shannon Pascual, officiating. Burial will be at Graceland Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5 until 8 p.m. today at the Winter Funeral Home in Buffalo Center and one hour before the ceremony at the church. Opal Beatrice (Bell) (Leibrand) DeVries was the second child of Obert and Edith (Nessa) Bell. She was born on a farm four miles east of Thompson on Feb. 29, 1920 (Leap Year). Opal was baptized in infancy by the Rev C. S. Halverson, and confirmed at Bethany Lutheran Church in Thompson. Opal received her early elementary school education in the rural Linden No. 2 School in Winnebago County. She graduated from Thompson High School in 1937 and then took a year of Normal Training at the Lake Mills High School. She taught school for five years in the rural schools in Norway, Newton, and Winnebago Townships. Her starting salary was $50 per month. From 1942 to 1945, Opal worked as a stenographer in Denver, Colo. She also worked for an insurance company in Des Moines and Algona. On June 30, 1945, Opal was united in marriage to Melvin Leibrand at the Methodist Church in Buffalo Center. Together they operated a television and appliance store in Buffalo Center and built a new store in 1971. They loved to travel and took trips to Paris, Rome, Tokyo, Mexico City, Jerusalem, Cairo, Hawaii, Jamaica and Madrid. They were blessed with six children, 17 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. Mel died in 1977. Opal married Charlie DeVries on Oct. 21, 1989. They especially enjoyed spending their winters in Mission, Texas. They toured through Norway, Sweden, Denmark and Holland. Opal was a member of the Ruth Circle and VFW Auxiliary. On June 7, 2008, surrounded by her children, Opal went to be with her Lord and Savior at the age of 88 years. Left to cherish her memory are her children, Rosalind and her husband, Dennis Swanson, Daryl Leibrand, Cheryl and her husband, August Baumann, all of Buffalo Center; Scott Leibrand and his wife, Sue, of Des Moines, Valerie and her husband, Steve Johanson, of Forest City, and Lori Leear of Kasson, Minn.; grandchildren, great- grandchildren, three step-children, stepgrandchildren, and step great-grandchildren; a sister, Marjorie Sorenson; and sister-in-law, Almira Bell; and many nieces and nephews. Opal was preceded in death by her husband, Mel Leibrand; husband, Charlie DeVries; her parents, sister Neva Swenson; brother, Donald Bell; and grandson, Tyler Jacobs. On line tributes or personal e-mails may be left at www.winterfuneralhome.com Winter Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 641-562-2858. www.winterfuneralhome. com.
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/10/2008.

Eldridge, Reeve LeRoy

CLEAR LAKE - Reeve LeRoy Eldridge, 85, of Clear Lake, died Sunday (June 8, 2008, at the Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the Free Methodist Church, 604 23rd St. S.W., Mason City, with Pastor Larry Day officiating. Interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Military rites will be conducted by the Mason City Veterans Memorial Association. Visitation will be from 5 until 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Major Erickson Funeral Home, 111 N. Pennsylvania Ave., and continue at the church one hour before the service. Memorials may be directed to Free Methodist World Missions or Hospice of North Iowa. Major Erickson Funeral Home & Crematory, 641-423-0924. www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com.
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/10/2008.

Hinckley, Harry M.

BELMOND - Harry M. Hinckley, 83, a lifelong resident of the Belmond and Rowan area, died Saturday (June 7, 2008) surrounded by his loving family at the Belmond Health Care Center in Belmond. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 11, 2008, at the United Church of Rowan, with Pastor Nancy Hofmeister, officiating. Burial with full military honors provided by the Rowan Legion Post No. 159 will be at the Graceland Cemetery, rural Rowan. Visitation will be from 5 until 8 p.m. today, June 10, 2008, at the Andrews Funeral Home, 516 First St. in Belmond, and continue one hour prior to services on Wednesday at the church. Those wishing to express their sympathies through a memorial in Harry's name may wish to direct them to the family. Harry Merton Hinckley, the son of Samuel Dwight and Nellie Belle (Carter) Hinckley, was born on June 17, 1924, on his parents' farm in rural Rowan. He was raised in rural Rowan and attended Rowan area schools. As a young man, he enlisted in the United States Army, serving during World War II. Harry had spent time during his military tenure in Germany, as well, as having some involvement in the Battle of the Bulge. Upon being honorably discharged from the service he returned to civilian life and began farming in the rural Rowan area. On Dec. 12, 1948, he was united in marriage to Jean Aldrich at the church in Rowan. Their union was blessed with three children: Karen, Robert, and Thomas. The couple continued to farm and raise their family on the farm for a number of years. In addition to working the land and raising a crop, Harry, along with his wife and children, raised sheep and milked dairy cattle. He had also spent some years employed as a custodian at the Rowan Schools during his time of farming, as well as, doing some custom farming and assisting other farmers with their tasks. Harry eventually went to work at Hagie Manfacturing in Clarion, where he was diversified at many different tasks including, welding, cut-out torch work, and milling. He was a dedicated employee at Hagie's for more than 20 years. In later years, Harry could be found helping out with the many chores at Aldrich Tree Farm near Rowan. Harry and his wife were wonderful parents and always strived to include their children in whatever they did. Their children fondly remember family trail rides together through Bingham Park near Rowan and along the trails in the Grove near Belmond. Trips to a horse show, sledding at Gunderson's Hill and an afternoon spent riding snowmobiles are also one of many favorite reflections. Harry was truely an animal lover who enjoyed the company of wide variety of dogs and cats, especially his buddy "Mel." He enjoyed watching and feeding the squirrels and birds. He was very much a horse enthusiast and had assisted with the Iowa State High School Rodeo for several years when Belmond was the host. Harry was a longtime member of the Belmond Trail Blazers Saddle Club. A favorite adventure was taking his family to the Chuck Wagon Races at the Clay County Fair. Harry was an excellent dancer and a very proficient "two-stepper." He and Jean spent many years together as members of the "Grand Squares" square dancing club in Rowan. Harry was always involved in supporting his children and grandkids many extra-curricular activities whether it was their participation in the 4-H programs, or any of their other involvements. He received great joy in attending many of his children and grandchildren's sporting events and was their Number One cheerleader on the field and in life. Harry was also known to do a little woodworking from time to time. Harry's wife, Jean passed away in September of 1983. After a period of time he enjoyed the special companionship of Hazel Lester. The two enjoyed each other's company for many years. Harry was a long-time and very active member of the Rowan Lions Club. He was a member of the Disabled American Veterans, and a 61- year member of the Rowan Legion Post No. 159. He was very patriotic and proud of his military service and that of his comrades, a trait which shown through strongly in his participation on the Rowan Military Funeral Unit for 55 years. In the later years of his life, Harry might be seen tooling about town checking up on the happenings of the day, or stopping by to see what family was up to. His daily excursions would surely include a stop for a visit and cup of coffee at Keeling Auto and a possible run for parts. His daily adventures would then include a meal or two followed by his favorite chocolate malt or ice cream at Laurie's Diner. Later in the day, Harry might be found spectating at an athletic event, car race, or keenly following his favorite Iowa Hawkeyes Basketball team on television. Though he was somewhat quiet in his mannerisms, he always seemed ready for a little conversation with those in his presence. His friendly smile, the twinkle in his eyes, and warm hello will be deeply missed by his family and many friends. Those left to cherish his memory include his daughter, Karen (Harlan) Tulp, of Belmond, and their children, Elizabeth Tulp and special friend (Seth Malek), of Garner, Holden and fiancee, (Tracy Heifner), of Belmond, and Kyle and Heath Tulp, both, of Belmond; Harry's son, Robert (Robin) Hinckley, of Sheffield, and their children, Micah (Marty) Duncan, of Fraser, and McKray Hinckley, of Sheffield; and Harry's son, Thomas (fiancee, Tammy Strand) Hinckley, of Alta, and Tom's children, Brandon, Joshua and Mindy, all of Alta; also one sister, Ardyce Riis, of Hampton; his brother-in-law and wife, Dan and Mary Aldrich, of Phoenix, Ariz.; and many cousins, nieces,and nephews, also his special friend, Hazel Lester, of Fort Collins, Colo. and family. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Jean; three sisters, Marie Utz, Ruth Hoke, and Neva Aldrich, a brother, Lyle Hinckley, and an infant brother, Edward Hinckley. Andrews Funeral Home, Belmond, IA; 641-444-4474.
Published in the Globe Gazette from 6/9/2008 - 6/10/2008.

Meyer, Harvey F.

CLEAR LAKE - Harvey F. Meyer, 80, of Clear Lake, died Monday (June 9, 2008) at the Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit. Funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 11, 2008, at the First United Methodist Church, 119 S. Georgia Ave., with the Rev. Jo Frahm-Watkins officiating. Interment will be held in Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until time of services on Wednesday at the church. Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church or the Hospice of North Iowa. Major Erickson Funeral Home & Crematory, 641-423-0924. www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com.
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/10/2008.

Ott, Thecla L.

CHARLES CITY - Thecla L. Ott, 84, of Charles City, died Monday (June 9, 2008) at the Ninth Street Chautauqua Guest Home in Charles City. 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 held in Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 4 until 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Hauser Funeral Home, 1205 S. Main in Charles City, with a Rosary at 4:30 p.m. and a Vigil Scriptural wake service at 7 p.m. Visitation will continue one hour prior to services on Thursday at the church. Hauser Funeral Home, 641- 228-2323, www.hauserfh.com
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/10/2008.

Owens, Mary E.

Mary E. Owens, 89, of Iowa Falls and Des Moines, died on Sunday (June 8, 2008) at the Heritage Care Center in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. Wednesday at the United Methodist Church in Alden with burial in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be two hours prior to services on Wednesday at the church. Mary was born on Oct. 6, 1918, in Franklin County, growing up in the Alden area. She graduated from Alden High School in 1936. She was a teacher, attending Iowa Falls Teachers College and Drake University, attaining a master's degree. She taught most of her career in the Des Moines school system. Like all great teachers, education was a calling for her. She was preceded in death by her brother, Alvin Smith; mother, Emma Smith; father, Earl Smith; and husband, David. She is survived by her cousin, Lois Haaland; her niece, Susan Westerdahl, her nephews, Craig Smith and Steven Smith, and their families. Mary enjoyed her cats, bird watching, the outdoors, sports and politics. Condolences may be left at www.surls.com or sent to Susan Westerdahl at 5607 Oliver Ave. S., Minneapolis, Minnesota 55419. Arrangements are with the Surls Funeral Home, 505 Stevens St. in Iowa Falls. 641-648-9554.
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/10/2008.

Rasmussen, Dorothy L.

SHEFFIELD - Dorothy L. Rasmussen, 88, of Sheffield, passed away Saturday (June 7, 2008) at the Sheffield Care Center. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 12, at Richland Lutheran Church, 300 Elm St., Thornton, with the Rev. Sam Schmeling officiating. Interment will be at Hillside Cemetery, Sheffield. Visitation will be held from 4 until 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 11, at the Retz-Grarup Funeral Home, 203 Maple St., Sheffield. Dorothy Leona Rasmussen was born on Sept. 23, 1919, in Latimer; daughter of Dick and Emma (Freie) Muhlenbruck. Dorothy was the youngest of 10 children. Her dad was so happy when she was born, because he now had five boys and five girls. When she was teased by her older siblings she used to say, "Just wait 'til I get big and you get little." Her father died on Christmas day when she was seven years old, and because of those memories, it was never a very happy time for her. Dorothy survived an accidental gunshot wound in 1935. She wasn't expected to survive at the time, so it was a miracle that she lived to be 88. In 1936, she married Earl Rasmussen. They lived on various farms in Franklin County. In 1950, they moved to their farm west of Sheffield, where they lived until 1963 when they moved to town. Dorothy loved to go to the movies. When Sue and Kathy were young the three of them would go to the movies for less than $1. Some of her favorite actors were Cary Grant, Clark Gable, and Paul Newman. Dorothy loved being a homemaker and a mother. She enjoyed cleaning, as well as organizing, and was always making lists. She enjoyed music and played the piano "by ear." She lived through the Depression and was very frugal her entire life. Dorothy was always concerned about her appearance. She liked to have her hair fixed and her lipstick on. She was extremely proud of her daughters, Janiece, Sue, and Kathy; and her grandchildren for all of their accomplishments. She was glad to have lived so many years in her home, but was frustrated that she was unable to clean and do things for others. She had resided in the Sheffield Care Center since April. Dorothy had been in failing health and was relieved to join her Heavenly Father. Dorothy will be greatly missed by her three daughters, Janiece (Leo) Renberg, of Sheffield; Sue (Bob) Rube, of Sheffield; and Kathy (Dale) Brayton, of Sheffield; six grandchildren, Lisa (Fred) Wood, of Wake Forest, N.C.; Brad Renberg, of West Des Moines; Jen Swenson, of Sheffield; Andrew (Laura) Brayton, of San Diego, Calif.; Valerie Brayton, of Sheffield; and Alexander Brayton, of Sheffield; and four great-grandchildren, Alexa and Jackson Wood, of Wake Forest, N.C.; and Jordan and Jacob Swenson, of Sheffield; three sisters-in-law, Lydia and Marian Muhlenbruck, of Latimer; and Elaine Rother, of Tampa, Fla.; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Earl in 1994; brothers, Harry, Alva, Bernhardt, Lloyd, and Ervin Muhlenbruck; and sisters, Tillie Plagge, Lydia Klunder, Agnes Lage, and Alberta Muhlenbruck. Retz-Grarup Funeral Home, 641-892-4241.
Published in the Globe Gazette from 6/9/2008 - 6/10/2008.

Smalldridge, Edna M.

MARION - Edna M. Smalldridge, 95, of the Winslow House Care Center died there on Sunday (June 8, 2008) from complications of old age. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Cedar Memorial Park Chapel of Memories, with the Rev. Lloyd Brockmeyer officiating. Burial will be at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Union Cemetery in Iowa Falls. Friends may call from 5 until 7 p.m. today at the Cedar Memorial Park Funeral Home. Survivors include two daughters, Mary Ann Paulsen and her husband, D. Rusty, of Hiawatha, and Lois Hessing, of Marion; and a son, James Smalldridge, of Cedar Rapids. She is also survived by six grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband and 12 brothers and sisters. Edna was born on Jan. 2, 1913, in Alexander, the daughter of Paul and Mary Fernau Bobst. She married J. Laurence Smalldridge on Oct. 12, 1937. He died in 1971. Edna lived in the Clear Lake area for over 45 years and moved to Cedar Rapids in 1994. She worked at the Castle Cap and Gown Co. for 30 years, retiring in 1985. Edna was a faithful member of the Methodist Church and enjoyed gardening, rock collecting, crocheting and sewing. A Memorial Fund has been established in Edna's name. Please leave a message or tribute to the Smalldridge family on our Web page, www.cedarmemorial.com under obituaries. Arrangements are with the Cedar Memorial Park Funeral Home, 4200 First Ave. N.E., Cedar Rapids, IA 52402; 319-393-8000.
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/10/2008.

Sturges, Michael

CLEAR LAKE - Michael Sturges, 77, of Clear Lake, died Sunday (June 8, 2008) at the Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit in Mason City. Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, June 12, 2008, at the Major Erickson Funeral Home, 111 N. Pennsylvania Ave. in Mason City, with Pastor Gary Gonnerman of St. Ansgar Baptist Church, officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to services on Thursday at the funeral home. Major Erickson Funeral Home and Crematory, 641-423-0924. www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com.
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/10/2008.

Utz, John

ROWAN - John Utz, 45, of Rowan, died Monday (June 9, 2008) at his home in Rowan. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, June 12, 2008, at the Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church, east of Clarion, with Pastor Marvin Lorenz officiating. Burial will be at Graceland Cemetery near Rowan. Visitation will be held from 6 until 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church east of Clarion and continue one hour prior to services on Thursday at the church. Ewing Funeral Home, 515-532-2233.
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/10/2008.

VanGerpen, Rosa

BELMOND - Rosa VanGerpen, 102, died Monday (June 9, 2008) at the Belmond Health Care Center in Belmond. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at the Dugger Funeral Home, 111 Luick's Lane S. in Belmond. Dugger Funeral Home, 641-444-3248.
Published in the Globe Gazette on 6/10/2008. Posted on 06/10/2008 by Gene Manning