| Adams, Robert Payne |
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DENVER - Robert Payne Adams, 58, publisher of the Denver Forum and Stacyville Monitor Review, died suddenly over the weekend at his home in Denver, Iowa.
Bob started the Forum newspaper in Denver in 1976 with his brother, Kim, now publisher of the Jesup Citizen Herald.
He recently won a first place award from the National Newspaper Association for writing a personal series of articles that were published in several Iowa and Minnesota newspapers. The series was his first-person viewpoint of his successful struggle with bladder cancer three years ago.
Over the years, he and his newspapers have won over a hundred awards from the Iowa Newspaper Association.
Bob will be buried this weekend in a small cemetery on the shores of Lake Alexander, Minn., where his best lifetime memories occurred at the family's lake cottage.
All Iowa publishers are invited to a memorial service for Bob in Denver, Iowa, next week.
The memorial gathering will be from 1:30 to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 25, at the Community Center, City Hall in Denver, Iowa.
Survivors include his brother, Kim Edward Adams, 415 Third St., Jesup, IA 50648; 319-827-1128; publisher@jesupcitizenherald.com; and his sister, Char Adams, 8533 Cortland Road, Eden Prairie, MN 55344.
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Published in the Globe Gazette on 11/21/2008
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| Andrews, Candice S. "Candii"
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ALEXANDER - Candice "Candii" S. Andrews, 31, of rural Alexander, died Tuesday (Nov. 18, 2008) at the Belmond Medical Center, Belmond.
Public visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. today, Nov. 22, 2008, at the Andrews Funeral Home, 516 First St. S.E. Belmond. Burial will be in the Graceland Cemetery near Rowan.
A private family funeral service will be held Saturday at the Andrews Funeral Home, Belmond, with the Rev. Nancy Hofmeister officiating. Those wishing to consider expressing their sympathies through a memorial in Candice's name may wish to consider Hospice of Wright County, Candii's family, or to the donor's choice.
Candice "Candii" Sue Andrews, the daughter of Verlynn and Lyn (VerHelst) Andrews, was born Dec. 17, 1976, at Belmond. She was one of three children to bless this union which also includes her brother, Shawn, and sister, Laura Andrews.
Candii was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy following a birth accident. Though every aspect of her life was touched with this disability, it did not define her. She loved to tease family and friends, especially her home health aides Brenda, Sarah and Teresa.
She also laughed easily, found joy in the little things and loved hard. She taught all the true definitions of kindness, humanity and love. All who had the honor to witness it will miss her smile, joyful presence and sweetness. Candii was the light of Christ to many and a joy to all.
Candii attended Hampton-Dumont special education for many years. She had numerous hobbies and loves, including playing with her niece, teasing, watching movies (especially romance and scary) and collecting snow globes. A favorite place to visit was Mount Rushmore.
Candii loved laughing and playing games, especially Uno. She loved being surrounded by family, Nancy Drew mysteries, anything purple, warm socks and her puppy, Keebler.
Candii was fond of watching TLC Channel and a favorite show was "What Not To Wear." She looked forward to dining out, especially if it included a trip to a Chinese restaurant.
Candii's presence will be missed in the lives of her parents, Verlynn and Lyn Andrews, of Alexander; her brother, Shawn Andrews and sister-in-law, Tawnda Andrews; and her niece, Evelyn Andrews, all of Mapleton, Minn.; her sister, Laura Andrews, of Sheffield, and soon-to-be brother-in-law, Brandon Bird, of Sheffield; grandma, Maurine VerHelst, of Belmond; Grandma, Enid Andrews, of Belmond; and many extended family and friends.
Candii was preceded in death by her paternal grandpa, Vergene Andrews; and maternal grandpa, Kenneth VerHelst.
Andrews Funeral Home, Belmond, 641-444-4474.
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Published in the Globe Gazette from 11/20/2008 - 11/21/2008
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| Etzen, Edward G. |
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FOREST CITY - Edward G. Etzen, 86, of Forest City, died Wednesday (Nov. 19, 2008) at the Good Shepherd Care Center in Mason City.
A private family graveside service with military rites will be held in the spring.
Arrangements are with the Petersen Lund Funeral Home, 505 N. Clark in Forest City. 641-585-2685, www.petersenlundfh.com
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Published in the Globe Gazette from 11/20/2008 - 11/21/2008
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| Funk, Marjorie M. |
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CHARLES CITY - Marjorie M. Funk, 91, of Charles City, died Tuesday (Nov. 18, 2008) at the Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa in Mason City.
Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Saturday at the Howardville Wesleyan Church, rural Floyd, with Pastor Gordon Berryman and Pastor Marty Miller officiating. Burial will be in the Howardville Cemetery, rural Floyd.
Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. today at the Hauser Funeral Home, 1205 S. Main in Charles City. Visitation will continue an hour prior to the service on Saturday at the church.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to the Howardville Wesleyan Church, Box 205 Rudd, IA 50471.
The Hauser Funeral Home, 641-228-2323, www.hauserfh.com.
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Published in the Globe Gazette from 11/20/2008 - 11/21/2008
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| Larson, Victor |
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THOMPSON - Victor Larson, 76, of Thompson, died Wednesday (Nov. 19, 2008) at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester, Minn.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Monday at Bethany Lutheran Church in Thompson with the Rev. Mark Decker officiating. Burial will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery in Thompson.
Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday at the Winter Funeral Home, 245 Harrison St. S. in Thompson, and one hour before the service at church.
Online tributes or personal e-mails may be left at www.winterfuneralhome.com.
Winter Funeral Home & Cremation Service. 641-584-2520. www.winterfuneralhome.com
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Published in the Globe Gazette on 11/21/2008
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| Marzen, Nicholas Andrew |
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 DOUGHERTY - Nicholas Andrew Marzen, 23, of Dougherty, died Tuesday (Nov. 18, 2008) at St. Marys Hospital, Rochester, Minn. from injuries sustained in a single-vehicle accident.
A funeral Mass will be held 10:30 a.m. Saturday at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, 302 Fifth St. S.E. in Mason City, with the Rev. Craig Steimel and the Rev. Harry Koelker concelebrating the Mass. Inurnment will take place at a later date.
Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. today at St. Joseph's Catholic Church. A Scriptural wake service will be held at 7 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to First Citizens Bank, 2601 Fourth St. S.W. Mason City where an educational fund has been established for Peyton and Leila.
Nic was born Aug. 20, 1985 in Mason City, the son of Mark and Doreen (Moore) Marzen. He graduated from Newman High School and received an AA Degree in Agriculture at Hawkeye Community College. Nic was employed by Hanig Construction and also farmed with his best buddy, his father.
Following college, Nic married his best friend and love of his life, Melissa Adams. Together they raised their first child, Peyton, age three. Peyton was the apple of his father's eye and shares the same energetic and robust love of life. Nic and Melissa continued to expand their family and brought their daughter, little Leila Grace, born Nov. 1, 2008, to join her brother and complete their family.
All who know Nic admired his fearless ability to live life as an adventure to be conquered. Nic loved snow and waterskiing. He had friends everywhere and enjoyed playing Texas Hold 'Em with them. His laugh was infectious and he always had a twinkle in his eye.
Nic was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus. He was cherished by his sisters, Jenna and Alanna.
Nic's full life will leave a legacy of love to those he left behind.
He is survived by his beautiful wife, Melissa, of Dougherty; infant daughter, Leila; and son, Peyton, at home; father and mother, Mark and Doreen Marzen, of Rockwell; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Frank Adams and Dr. Susan Sieh, of Mason City; sisters, Jenna Marzen, of Ames, and Alanna Marzen, of Waterloo; grandparents, Leo and Bernadine Marzen, of Dougherty; Joyce Wallace of Mason City, and Larry Moore of Rudd; numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Nic was preceded in death by a cousin, Ashley Marzen.
Major Erickson Funeral Home & Crematory, 641-423-0924. www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com
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Published in the Globe Gazette from 11/19/2008 - 11/21/2008
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| Monday, Leslie Ann |
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SOUTHHAVEN, Miss. - Leslie Ann Monday, 31, former admissions clerk for Memphis Surgery Center, died Monday (Nov. 17, 2008) at Baptist Memorial Hospital-DeSoto in Southaven, Miss.
Leslie Ann Monday was born Oct. 12, 1977, in Mason City, Iowa, and was a Class of 1995 graduate of Houston High School in Germantown, Tenn.
She was a former employee of Baptist Restorative Care, Mid-South Pain Treatment Center, and FedEx.
A gathering of friends will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 5, 2008, at the Twin Oaks Funeral Home in Southaven.
She is survived by her daughter, Trinity Ann Jones, of Olive Branch, Miss.; mother, Julie Monday of Southaven, Miss.; father, Jerry Monday, of Newnan, Ga.; one sister, Lindsey Bender and her husband, Cory, of Moreland, Ga.; her fiance, Cody Dickey of Southaven, Miss.; grandparents, Helene Monday of Findlay, Ohio, Bea Pennington of Mason City and Jon Marrs of Charles City; and her great-grandmother, Goldie Marrs, of Charles City.
She was preceded in death by her grandfather, Harry Monday.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to the Trinity Jones Education Fund, care of Bank Plus, 6644 Airways Boulevard, Southaven, MS 38671.
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Published in the Globe Gazette on 11/21/2008
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| Nitcher, Monica M. |
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MANLY - Monica M. Nitcher 57, of 516 Second St. S.E. Clarion, died Thursday (Nov. 20, 2008) at home.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete with Bride Colonial Chapel, 110 E. Spring St., Manly.
Bride Colonial Chapel, 641-454-2242. www.colonialchapels.com
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Published in the Globe Gazette on 11/21/2008
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| Nixa, Arthur C. |
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MASON CITY - Arthur C. "Art" Nixa, 91, of 31 Pebble Creek, died Wednesday (Nov. 19, 2008) at Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa, Mason City.
A funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 24, at Holy Family Catholic Church, 714 N. Adams Ave., Mason City, with the Rev. Jon M. Seda officiating. Burial will be in Elmwood-St. Joseph Cemetery, Mason City, where full military honors will be conducted by members of Mason City Veterans Memorial Association.
Visitation will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday at the Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 Third St. N.E., Mason City, with a Scriptural wake service at 4:30 p.m.
Memorials may be given to Holy Family Catholic Church or Newman Catholic Schools.
Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 641-423-2372. www.colonialchapels.com
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Published in the Globe Gazette from 11/20/2008 - 11/21/2008
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| Squier, Shirley Ruth |
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 MASON CITY - Shirley Ruth Squier, 80, of 666 Seventh St. N.E. Mason City, surrendered to cancer after an intense but brief struggle on Wednesday (Nov. 19, 2008) at the Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit, Mason City.
A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 24, 2008) at the Sheckler Colonial Chapel, 114 N. Hawkeye Ave., Nora Springs, with the Rev. John Bates officiating. Burial will take place at Park Cemetery, Nora Springs.
Visitation will be held from noon until 1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 24, 2008, at the Sheckler Colonial Chapel.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Hospice of North Iowa.
Shirley was born in Nora Springs and raised in the Rockford area. She was an LPN in the Nora Springs and Mason City area. She was also a farm wife and loved her quilting and needle work. The grandchildren and great grandchildren were of great joy to Shirley.
Shirley is survived by her daughter, LouAnn Wogstad, of Stacyville; daughter, Merry (Ron) Dickens,of Adel; her son, Bruce (Trudy) Squier, of Nora Springs, daughter, Karen (Bob) Koenigs, of Staceyville; son, Brian Squier, of Clarion; and countless loving grandchildren; and great-grandchildren.
The family would like to express their deepest gratitude to Hospice of North Iowa. The family cannot thank them enough for all their loving care and kindnesses to Shirley and the family.
Sheckler Colonial Chapel, 641-749-2210. www.colonialchapels.com
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Published in the Globe Gazette on 11/21/2008
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| Tangeman, Kenneth E. |
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WACONIA, Minn. - Kenneth Ervin Tangeman, 56, of Waconia, Minn., and formerly of Hampton, died Wednesday (Nov. 19, 2008) at his home in Waconia.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at the Faith Baptist Church in Hampton with burial in the Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in Chaska, Minn., at a later date.
Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. today at the Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton with Pastor Steve Anderson and Pastor Dave Koenigsberg officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the family.
Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home, 641-456-3232. www.sietsemavogelfuneralhomes.com
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Published in the Globe Gazette on 11/21/2008
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| Tietjens, Dale |
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KENSETT - Dale Tietjens, 72, of Kensett, died Thursday (Nov. 20, 2008) at the Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit in Mason City.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete at the Bride Colonial Chapel, 110 E. Spring St. in Manly.
Bride Colonial Chapel, 641-454-2242. www.colonialchapels.com
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Published in the Globe Gazette on 11/21/2008
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| Willis, Russell T. |
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 MCINTIRE - Russell T. Willis, 83, of McIntire, died Wednesday (Nov. 19, 2008) at his home in McIntire, from an apparent heart attack.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 22, 2008, at the Methodist Church in McIntire, with burial in Wayne Cemetery in McIntire.
Visitation will be held from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. today at the Conway Funeral Home in Riceville and one hour prior to services Saturday at the church.
Russell Theodore Willis was born on June 6, 1925, in Wesley, the son of Jeramiah and Lillian (Harms) Willis. He was united in marriage to Gladys Mary Schlampp on Aug. 24, 1962 at the Methodist Church in Spring Valley, Minn. They were married 46 years.
He was a farmer for many years, retiring in 1986. He was a devoted and loving husband, father and grandfather. He will be greatly missed.
Russell is survived by his wife: Gladys, of McIntire; eight daughters: Carol Schlampp, of McIntire; Cheryl Schlampp, of McIntire; Carrie (Tom) Schneider, of Taopi, Minn.; Lillian (Mark) Sorenson, of Rose Creek, Minn.; Louise (Ron) Schneider, of McIntire; Linda (Gary) Schneider, of Osage; Connie (Joe) Smith, of Stacyville; and Laura Willis, of McIntire; 13 grandchildren; one brother, Jerald (Shirley) Willis, of Waverly; a sister-in-law, Mary Willis, of Waterloo; also many nieces, nephews and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents: Jeramiah and Lillian Willis; and two brothers, Vernon Willis and Mervyn Willis.
Conway Funeral Home, 641-985-2797.
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Published in the Globe Gazette from 11/20/2008 - 11/21/2008
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| Wismer, Dorothy V. |
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MASON CITY - Dorothy V. Wismer, 78, of 910 13th St. S.E., died Thursday (Nov. 20, 2008 ) at The Heritage Care Center, Mason City.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete at the Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 Third St. N.E., Mason City.
Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 641-423-2372. www.colonialchapels.com
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Published in the Globe Gazette on 11/21/2008
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| Wornson, Lillie L. |
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CLEAR LAKE - Lillie L. Wornson, 95, of 2414 North Shore Drive, Clear Lake, died Wednesday (Nov. 19, 2008) at the Apple Valley Assisted Living facility in Clear Lake.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 25, at Ward-Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, 101 N. Fourth St., Clear Lake, with the Rev. Derik Yarian of the Zion Lutheran Church officiating. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Mason City.
Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
Ward-Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, 641-357-2193. www.colonialchapels.com
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Published in the Globe Gazette from 11/20/2008 - 11/21/2008
| Feuerhak, Ardis June |
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 CLEAR LAKE - Ardis June Feuerhak, 84, of Clear Lake died Wednesday (Nov. 19, 2008) at the Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit, Mason City.
A funeral service for Ardis will be held 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 23, at Ward-Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, 101 N. Fourth St. in Clear Lake, with the Rev. Jeff Ungs of Galilean Lutheran Church, the Rev. Don Feuerhak and the Rev. Ron Feuerhak, sons of Ardis, officiating.
Visitation will begin at 1:30 p.m. Sunday.
According to her wishes, after the service her body will be cremated. An Inurnment will take place in Deronda Lutheran Cemetery, Deronda, Wis., in the spring.
Memorials may be given to Galilean Lutheran Church, Oakwood Care Center or Hospice of North Iowa in her memory.
Ardis was born May 16, 1924, in Amery, Wis., the daughter of Perry and Hulda (Myrvold) Iverson. She graduated from Amery High School and a secretarial school in Minneapolis Minn.
Ardis married Leonard P. Feuerhak on March 23, 1946, at Deronda Lutheran Church, Deronda, Wis. He preceded her in death in October 1999. Ardis worked as a secretary for the West Bend, Wis., school system and for Apple Valley Hospital in Amery, Wis.
She was an active member of the Lutheran Church all of her life, singing in the choir and participating in the women's organizations. In Clear Lake she was a member of Galilean Lutheran Church.
Ardis enjoyed music, special programs, religious activities, games and visiting with staff and peers.
Left to cherish her memory are her two sons, the Rev. Don Feuerhak and his wife, Barb, of Cedar Falls, and the Rev. Ron Feuerhak of Ankeny; five grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren; a brother, Dale (Brenda) Iverson of Greenville, N.C., a sister-in-law, Eileen Iverson of Cumberland, Wis., as well as other extended family members and friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard; and a grandson Paul Feuerhak; a sister, Shirley; and three brothers, Lloyd, Glenn and Earl.
Ward-Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, 641-357-2193. www.colonialchapels.com
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Published in the Globe Gazette from 11/20/2008 - 11/22/2008
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| Hansen, Earl A. |
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HAMPTON - Earl A. Hansen, 79, of Hampton died Thursday (Nov. 20, 2008) at his home in Hampton.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton, 641-456-3232.
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Published in the Globe Gazette on 11/22/2008
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| Hartwell, Edna M. |
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 MASON CITY - Edna M. Hartwell, 74, of 664 Second St. N.E., Mason City, died Thursday (Nov. 20, 2008) at the IOOF Home in Mason City.
A memorial service will be held 10:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 24, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 213 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Mason City, with Pastor Kathy Graves officiating. An inurnment will take place at Rock Grove Cemetery, Nora Springs.
Visitation will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 23, at the Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 Third St. N.E. in Mason City.
Memorials may be directed to Hospice Gardens, the Salvation Army or Trinity Lutheran Church.
Edna was born Aug. 2, 1934, in Charles City, the daughter of Melvin and Ruby (Brandau) Weatherwax. She graduated from Charles City High School. Previous employment included working for National Steel Center as an office manager. Edna also worked at Masters Chiropractic Clinic as an office manager, and then she retired in 1995 from Principal Insurance. Edna married Daniel Hartwell Jan. 22, 1971, in South Dakota.
Edna was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church and a member of the church circle. In her spare time she enjoyed playing bridge and quilting. She was also a fan of the Iowa Hawkeyes and playing golf. One of her greatest joys was watching her children and grandchildren play sports.
She is survived by her husband, Dan, of Mason City; daughter, Cindi (Bud) Turner of Nora Springs; son, Dennis (Brenda) Schultz of Nora Springs; daughter, Karla (Todd) Brown of Greene; daughter, Brenda (Chris) Trytten of Mason City; stepson, David (Sue) Hartwell of Iowa City; stepdaughter, Barbara (Bill) Bowen of Mason City; and stepdaughter, Judith (Chuck) Stack of Denver, Colo.; 13 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; her brother, Clifford (Linda) Weatherwax of Mason City; and her sister, Karen (Nick) Noland of Cheyene, Wyo.
Edna was preceded in death by her parents.
Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 641-423-2372. www.colonialchapels.com
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Published in the Globe Gazette on 11/22/2008
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| Meyer Jr., Alvin E. |
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VENTURA - Alvin E. Meyer Jr., 77, of 215 E. Lake St., died Thursday (Nov. 20, 2008) at Concord Care Center, Garner.
Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. Tuesday (Nov. 25) at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 301 S. Main St., Ventura, with the Rev. Daird Korth officiating. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Mason City.
Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 24, at Ward-Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, 101 N. Fourth St. Clear Lake, and continue one hour prior to the services Tuesday at the church.
Memorials may be directed to the Alvin E. Meyer Jr. Memorial Fund.
Ward-Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, 641-357-2193. www.colonialchapels.com
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Published in the Globe Gazette on 11/22/2008
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| Nitcher, Monica M. |
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MANLY - Monica M. Nitcher 57, of 516 Second St. S.E. Clarion, died Thursday (Nov. 20, 2008) at her sister Becky's home.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 24, at Bride Colonial Chapel, 110 E. Spring St., Manly, with the Rev. David Kucera officiating from Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Inurnment will be in the Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery, Manly.
Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service Monday.
Memorials may be directed to the Monica M. Nitcher Memorial Fund.
Bride Colonial Chapel, 641-454-2242.
www.colonialchapels.com
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Published in the Globe Gazette from 11/21/2008 - 11/22/2008
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| Nixa, Arthur C. "Art" |
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 MASON CITY - Arthur C. "Art" Nixa, 91, of 31 Pebble Creek, died Wednesday (Nov. 19, 2008) at Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa, Mason City.
A funeral Mass will be held 10:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 24, at Holy Family Catholic Church, 714 N. Adams Ave., Mason City, with the Rev. Jon M. Seda officiating. Burial will be in Elmwood-St. Joseph Cemetery, Mason City, where full military honors will be conducted by members of the Mason City Veteran's Memorial Association.
Visitation will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday at Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 Third St. N.E. Mason City, where a Scriptural wake service will be held at 4:30 p.m.
Memorials may be given to Holy Family Catholic Church or Newman Catholic Schools.
Arthur C. Nixa was born May 3, 1917, at Paynesville, Minn., to Albert and Katherine (Hansen) Nixa. There were 12 children in the Nixa family, Art had seven brothers and four sisters. When Art was 5 years old his family moved to Rochester, Minn., where he attended St. John's School through high school and later attended Dunwoody Institute, Minneapolis, Minn.
He came to Mason City to work for Fullerton Lumber Co. In 1943 he was drafted into the Army and was a captain in the 351st Engineering Co. during World War II. He served in England, France and Luxembourg. After his discharge in 1945, Art returned to Mason City and worked at Mason City Builders Supply Co.
He was united in marriage to Liz M. Murray on June 19, 1948, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Cresco. In August 1948 the couple moved to Osage, where he started the Osage Lumber Co. After 17 years, they returned to Mason City and Art worked for Lumber Services. He later worked with L.S. Buildings and Lampert Lumber.
Art enjoyed his family, fishing, hunting, boating, traveling, and woodworking.
He was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church, the Elks Club, and Knights of Columbus 3rd and 4th degrees.
He is survived by his wife, Liz Nixa of Mason City; three daughters, Anne Coffey of Omaha, Neb., Therese Murray of Woodbury, Minn., Mary (Steve) Johnson of Minneapolis, Minn.; a son, Jim Nixa of Omaha, Neb.; 14 grandchildren, Dr. Mike Coffey of Wittlebach, Ohio, Dr. Steve (Amanda) Coffey of Omaha, Neb., Dr. Kate (Craig) Olechoski of Omaha, Neb., Kevin Coffey of Omaha, Neb., Liz Murray of Minneapolis, Minn., Rob Murray of Duluth, Minn., Jim Murray of Minneapolis, Minn., Tim Murray of Minneapolis, Minn., Dan Nixa of Nashville, Tenn., Ben Nixa of Omaha, Neb., David Nixa of Omaha, Neb., Rachel (Seth) Ehorn of Wheaton, Ill., Abby Johnson of Cairo, Egypt, and Bridget Johnson of Minneapolis, Minn.; two great-grandchildren, Nora and Eva Coffey of Omaha, Neb.; three brothers, Jerry Nixa of Macomb, Ill., Bob (Lorraine) Nixa of Tucson, Ariz., George Nixa of Stillwater, Minn.; three sisters, Luella Tesoriero of Durham, N.C., Marcella Keller of Lake City, Minn., Judy Stellpflug of Rush, N.Y.; two sisters-in-law, Bunny Nixa and Jean Nixa; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Norb, William, Eugene and Don; sister, Myrtle Fleischer and two daughters in infancy.
Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 641-423-2372. www.colonialchapels.com
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Published in the Globe Gazette from 11/20/2008 - 11/22/2008
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| Scharnhorst, Leroy |
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 LAKE HAVASU CITY, Ariz. - Leroy Scharnhorst, 72, of Lake Havasu City, Ariz., formerly of the Manly, Waterloo, Plainfield, Kanawha and Thornton, Iowa, areas, died Monday (Nov. 3, 2008) at his home with family members at his side.
Memorials may be given to Mount Olive Lutheran Church Building Fund, the
American Cancer Society or Wartburg College.
Funeral services were held 3:30 p.m. Thursday afternoon at Mount Olive Lutheran Church, Lake Havasu City.
A memorial service celebrating Leroy's life will be held 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 29, at the Wartburg College Chapel on the Wartburg campus in Waverly. All are welcome.
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Published in the Globe Gazette on 11/22/2008
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| Schlagel, Marie I. |
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BELMOND - Marie I. Schlagel, 93, of Belmond, formerly of Dows, died Thursday (Nov. 20, 2008) at the Belmond Medical Center with her family at her side.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 24, at Bethany Reformed Church, Belmond, with the Rev. Philip Arnold officiating. Burial will be in the Fairview Cemetery, Dows.
Visitation will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday at the Andrews Funeral Home, 516 First St. S.E. in Belmond, and continue one hour prior to services Monday at the church.
Andrews Funeral Home, 641-444-4474.
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Published in the Globe Gazette on 11/22/2008
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| Tietjens, Dale Everett |
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KENSETT - Dale Everett Tietjens, 72, of Kensett died Thursday (Nov. 20, 2008) at the Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit in Mason City after courageous battle with cancer.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 25, at Bethel United Methodist Church, 503 E. South St., Manly, with the Rev. Don Preston officiating. Burial will be in the Elmwood-St. Joseph Cemetery in Mason City, with military graveside honors conducted by members of the Mason City Veterans Memorial Association.
Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday at Bride Colonial Chapel, 110 E. Spring St., Manly. Visitation will also be held one hour prior to service time Tuesday at the church.
Bride Colonial Chapel, 641-454-2242.
www.colonialchapels.com
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Published in the Globe Gazette from 11/21/2008 - 11/22/2008
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| Wismer, Dorothy V. |
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 MASON CITY - Dorothy V. Wismer, 78, of 910 13th St. S.E., Mason City, died Thursday (Nov. 20, 2008) at Heritage Care Center, Mason City.
A funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 26, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, 302 Fifth St. S.E., Mason City, with the Rev. Craig E. Steimel officiating. Burial will be at Elmwood-St. Joseph's Cemetery, Mason City.
Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 25, at Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 Third St. N.E. Mason City, with a rosary and scriptural wake service starting at 7 p.m.
Memorials may be directed to the family in memory of Dorothy.
Dorothy was born July 27, 1930, in Tracy, Minn., the daughter of Olaf and Vivian (O'Hern) Olson. She graduated from Garner High School, and then attended NIACC for her secretary degree. She worked in the continuing education program at NIACC from 13 years as a secretary until she retired in 1992.
Dorothy was a very artistic and creative woman. She loved sewing, quilting, crafting and painting. She was proud of the fact that several of her sewing articles were displayed at the MacNider Art Museum, and that one of her vests was able to tour with the Sulky Thread Co. She also loved to chat with anyone!
She is survived by her three daughters, Kay (Dennis) Stone of Riverview, Fla., Christie (David) Carlsen of Rockwell City, and Sheila (Harvey) Austin of Mason City; 10 grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren.
Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents, and two sons, Brad Wismer and Charles Wismer.
Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 641-423-2372. www.colonialchapels.com
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Published in the Globe Gazette from 11/21/2008 - 11/22/2008
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| Zack, Bruce R. |
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ALLISON - Bruce R. Zack, 87, of Allison, died Monday (Nov. 17, 2008) at Valley Baptist Medical Center in Brownsville, Texas.
Graveside services will be 11 a.m. Monday at the Allison Cemetery with the Rev. Tom Laufer officiating. Burial will follow.
Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Allison. Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home, 641-456-3232. www.sietsemavogelfuneralhomes.com
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Published in the Globe Gazette on 11/22/2008
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MASON CITY - Arletta L. Aspland, 81, of Mason City died Saturday (Nov. 22, 2008) at Heritage Care Center.
Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 25, at First United Methodist Church, 119 S. Georgia Ave., with the Rev. Jim Stiles officiating. Interment will be in Mount Vernon Township Cemetery, rural Burchinal.
Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. Monday at Major Erickson Funeral Home, 111 N. Pennsylvania Ave.
Memorials may be given to the Arletta L. Aspland Memorial Fund.
Major Erickson Funeral Home & Crematory, Mason City, 641-423-0924.
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Published in the Globe Gazette on 11/23/2008
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| Burdick, Ronald T. |
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 LAKE MILLS - Ronald T. Burdick, age 81, of Lake Mills, died Saturday (Nov. 15, 2008) at Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa in Mason City.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 25, at Asbury United Methodist Church in Lake Mills with Pastor Wendi Gillan officiating.
Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday, Nov. 24, at Mittelstadt Funeral Home, 902 East Main, Lake Mills, and will continue one hour prior to services at the church. Burial will take place at Sunnyside Cemetery, Lake Mills.
Ronald was born on Oct. 22, 1927, to Clarence "Bub" and Merle (Tapager) Burdick of Lake Mills. He was raised on the family farm and attended Bristol country school and graduated from Lake Mills High School with the class of 1945.
On Feb 4, 1951, he married Noreen Elaine Vinge at Lime Creek Lutheran Church, rural Emmons, Minn. They made their home on the Burdick farm, where they lived their entire married lives. Although the village is gone, Ronald was the self-proclaimed "Mayor of Bristol" carrying this through to even meeting the Lord Mayor of Bristol, England, in his chambers.
Ronald had a lifelong love of farming and exemplified, successful farming practices. He was widely known for raising delicious sweet corn and was always so generous with it. An avid outdoorsman, Ronald spent many years hunting, especially for pheasant and deer. He and Noreen made many fishing trips to Minnesota and Canada. Ronald's love of hunting and fishing led him to teach his children and grandchildren to enjoy the outdoors as well.
Ronald was a perfectionist when it came to refinishing antiques, building furniture, and repairing Noreen's auction finds. Reading fiction, the daily newspapers, and following sports were some of Ronald's passions. He was always well-versed with the news and current events. He had a gift for telling jokes and always displayed a great sense of humor.
In their early years, Ronald and Noreen enjoyed dancing, playing cards, going to the movies and out for dinner frequently with friends. Throughout their married lives, Ronald and Noreen traveled extensively throughout the United States and abroad. Seeing new sights and meeting new people were highlights of these trips. One of Ronald's favorite memories was asking people if they had ever met someone who had flown on the Concorde.
Ronald was a lifelong member of Asbury United Methodist Church in Lake Mills. He was proud of his English and Danish heritage and of his active involvement in the Democratic Party over the years. Having three grandsons brought great joy to Ronald's life.
Ronald is survived by three children, Bruce and his wife, Diane Burdick, of Lake Mills, Nancy and her husband, Gary White, of Independence, Mary Nell Fullerton of Mason City; three grandsons, Tyler and Thomas Burdick of Lake Mills and Samuel Fullerton of Mason City. Ronald is also survived by a brother, Blaine C. "Jim" and his wife, Brigette, of Excelsior, Minn.; two sisters, Mary Joy Norton and Carmen Boyington of Bandera, Texas. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, and many friends.
Preceding Ronald in death were his parents; wife, Noreen, on April 8, 2008; brothers-in-law, Nile B. Norton and William Boyington.
You can contact the family with online condolences at: www.mittelstadtfuneralhome.com.
Mittelstadt Funeral Home and Cremation, Lake Mills, 641-592-0221.
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Published in the Globe Gazette from 11/16/2008 - 11/23/2008
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| Giesking, Julia |
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BUFFALO CENTER - Julia Giesking, 84, of Buffalo Center died Tuesday (Nov. 18, 2008) at Timely Mission Nursing Home in Buffalo Center.
Her memorial ceremony will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 26, at First Congregational Church in Buffalo Center with Pastor David Langer officiating. Inurnment will follow at Olena Mound Cemetery in Buffalo Center.
Visitation will be 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday at Winter Funeral Home in Buffalo Center and one hour before the service at church.
Online tributes or personal e-mails may be left at www.winterfuneralhome.com
Winter Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Buffalo Center, 641-562-2858.
www.winterfuneralhome.com
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Published in the Globe Gazette from 11/20/2008 - 11/23/2008
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| Hansen, Earl A. |
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HAMPTON - Earl A. Hansen, 79, of Hampton died Thursday (Nov. 20, 2008) at his home in Hampton.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at St. John's Lutheran Church in rural Hampton with burial in the church cemetery. Rev. David Bernhardt will officiate the service.
Visitation will be 4 to 8 p.m. Monday at Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton, 641-456-3232.
www.sietsemavogelfuneralhomes.com
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Published in the Globe Gazette from 11/22/2008 - 11/23/2008
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| Hartwell, Edna M. |
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 MASON CITY - Edna M. Hartwell, 74, of 664 Second St. N.E., Mason City, died Thursday (Nov. 20, 2008) at the IOOF Home in Mason City.
A memorial service will be held 10:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 24, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 213 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Mason City, with Pastor Kathy Graves officiating. An inurnment will take place at Rock Grove Cemetery, Nora Springs.
Visitation will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. today, Nov. 23, at the Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 Third St. N.E. in Mason City.
Memorials may be directed to Hospice Gardens, the Salvation Army or Trinity Lutheran Church.
Edna was born Aug. 2, 1934, in Charles City, the daughter of Melvin and Ruby (Brandau) Weatherwax. She graduated from Charles City High School. Previous employment included working for National Steel Center as an office manager. Edna also worked at Masters Chiropractic Clinic as an office manager, and then she retired in 1995 from Principal Insurance. Edna married Daniel Hartwell Jan. 22, 1971, in South Dakota.
Edna was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church and a member of the church circle. In her spare time she enjoyed playing bridge and quilting. She was also a fan of the Iowa Hawkeyes and playing golf. One of her greatest joys was watching her children and grandchildren play sports.
She is survived by her husband, Dan, of Mason City; daughter, Cindi (Bud) Turner of Nora Springs; son, Dennis (Brenda) Schultz of Nora Springs; daughter, Karla (Todd) Brown of Greene; daughter, Brenda (Chris) Trytten of Mason City; stepson, David (Sue) Hartwell of Iowa City; stepdaughter, Barbara (Bill) Bowen of Mason City; and stepdaughter, Judith (Chuck) Stack of Denver, Colo.; 13 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; her brother, Clifford (Linda) Weatherwax of Mason City; and her sister, Karen (Nick) Noland of Cheyene, Wyo.
Edna was preceded in death by her parents.
Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 641-423-2372. www.colonialchapels.com
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Published in the Globe Gazette on 11/23/2008
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| Heinzerling, Delila |
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MASON CITY - Delila J. Heinzerling, 73, of 1615 S. Carolina Ave., died Saturday (Nov. 22, 2008) at the IOOF Home.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete with Hogan Bremer Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 Third St. N.E., Mason City, 641-423-2372.
www.colonialchapels.com
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Published in the Globe Gazette on 11/23/2008
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| Hensley, Rayburn K. |
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MASON CITY - Rayburn K. Hensley, 81, of Sheffield died Friday (Nov. 21, 2008) at Good Shepherd Health Center in Mason City.
Arrangements are pending with Major Erickson Funeral Home & Crematory, Mason City, 641-423-0924.
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Published in the Globe Gazette on 11/23/2008
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| Lukensmeyer, Jerry W. |
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HAMPTON - Jerry W. Lukensmeyer, 83, of Hampton died Saturday (Nov. 22, 2008) at his home in Hampton.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Faith Baptist Church in Hampton with burial in the Hampton Cemetery.
Visitation will be 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton and one hour prior to the funeral service at Faith Baptist Church. Craig Saword & Jeff Kramer will officiate the service.
Sietsema Vogel Funeral Home, Hampton.
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Published in the Globe Gazette on 11/23/2008
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| Mertz, Marie |
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ALGONA - Marie Mertz, 91, of Algona died Wednesday (Nov. 19, 2008) in Naples, Fla.
Funeral service for Marie Mertz will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at St. Cecelia Catholic Church in Algona with the Rev. Ed Girres officiating. Burial will be in the Calvary Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Monday at Garry-Roberts-Murphy-Schaaf Funeral Home with the rosary being recited at 4:30 p.m. and a prayer service at 6 p.m.
Garry-Roberts-Murphy-Schaaf Funeral Home, Algona, 515-295-3731.
www.oakcrestfuneralservices.com
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Published in the Globe Gazette on 11/23/2008
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| Meyer Jr., Alvin E. |
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 VENTURA - Alvin E. Meyer, Jr., 77, of 215 E. Lake St., Ventura, died Thursday (Nov. 20, 2008) at Concord Care Center, Garner.
Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 25, at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 301 S. Main St., Ventura, with the Rev. Daird Korth officiating. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Mason City.
Visitation will be held Monday, Nov. 24, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Ward Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, 101 N. Fourth St., Clear Lake, and continue one hour prior to the service at the church Tuesday.
Memorials may be directed to the Alvin E. Meyer Jr. Memorial Fund.
Alvin E. Meyer Jr. was born Oct. 1, 1931, in Garner, the son of Alvin Sr. and Arlis (Geisler) Meyer. Alvin graduated from Ventura High School. He enlisted into the Air Force at Fort Hood, Texas.
Alvin was united in marriage to Frances Muhlenbruch on June 12, 1960. To this union three children were born.
Alvin farmed in the Ventura area all of his life. He was a great influence to his sons in agriculture, helping them get started in farming. After retiring Alvin and Frances moved into town in Ventura.
Alvin enjoyed restoring tractors, tinkering with Volkswagens, woodworking and watching Westerns. He really loved spending time with his family and socializing with friends at the Ventura Elevator. He was a member of Farm Bureau, Redeemer Lutheran Church, Ventura, where he served as Sunday school superintendent and was a 4-H leader.
Alvin is survived by his wife, Frances Meyer, Hampton; children, Cindy Dvorak, Ventura, Jeff Meyer, Garner, Rick (Michelle) Meyer, Iowa Falls; grandchildren, Laura and Jenny, Dvorak, Ventura, Josh, Ben and Kayla Meyer, Iowa Falls; siblings, Mari (Carroll) Albers, Garner, Jim (Mary Jo) Meyer, Clear Lake, Boni Pringnitz, Garner, Bob (Jan) Meyer, Mason City; along with several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Alvin is preceded in death by his parents; son-in-law, Phillip Dvorak; and brother-in-law, Virgil Pringnitz.
Ward Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, 641-357-2193.
www.colonialchapels.com
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Published in the Globe Gazette from 11/22/2008 - 11/23/2008
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| Nitcher, Monica M. |
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 MANLY - Monica M. Nitcher, 57, of 516 Second Street S.E., Clarion, died peacefully and comfortably in her sleep Thursday (Nov. 20, 2008) at the home of her sister, Becky, after a long courageous battle with cancer.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 24, at Bride Colonial Chapel, 110 East Spring St., Manly, with the Rev. David Kucera from Sacred Heart Catholic Church officiating. Inurnment will be in Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery, Manly.
Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service Monday.
Memorials may be directed to the Monica M. Nitcher Memorial Fund.
Monica Marlene Hagen was born Sept. 29, 1951, in Mason City, the daughter of Orville and Mary (Doebel) Hagen. She graduated from North Central High School, Manly, and North Iowa Area Community College with her associate's degree. She was a supervisor at Carroll George Inc., Northwood, for several years.
Monica enjoyed crocheting, scrabble, playing on the computer, shooting pool, reading and spending time with her family and friends. Monica was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary and Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manly.
Monica is survived by her mother, Mary Hagen, Manly, children, Todd Wainwright, Dubuque, Jeff (Kristy) Nitcher, Mason City, Adam Nitcher, Mason City; grandchildren, Shayle, Taylor, Rickie and Gabe; twin greatgrandchildren, Brayden Allan and Bryer Charles; siblings, Tom (Dorothy) Hagen, Northwood, Knute Hagen, Portland, Ore., Sarah Hall and Harold Thompson, Annandale, Minn., Becky (Lloyd) Pierce, Clarion; honorary sister, Cindy Gruette; brother-in-law, Larry Hull, Clarion; aunts, Monica Hagen, Mason City, Karen Payne, Northwood, Leone Christianson, Mason City, Bonnie Doebel, Clear Lake, along with many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews, other relatives and friends.
Monica is preceded in death by her father, Orville Hagen; brother, Marcus Hagen; sisters, Sharon Hrubetz, Elizabeth Nitcher, and Mary Rork; nephew, Marcus Hull, and niece, Janis Hull.
Bride Colonial Chapel 641-454-2242.
www.colonialchapels.com
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Published in the Globe Gazette from 11/21/2008 - 11/23/2008
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| Schlagel, Marie I. |
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 BELMOND - Marie I. Schlagel, age 93, of Belmond, formerly of Dows, died Thursday (Nov. 20, 2008) at the Belmond Medical Center with her loving family at her side.
Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 24, at Bethany Reformed Church, 927 First St. N.E., Belmond. The Rev. Philip Arnold and the Rev. Melvin Voss will be officiating. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery, Dows.
Visitation will be from 2 to 5 p.m., today at the Andrews Funeral Home, 516 First St. S.E., Belmond, and continue one hour prior to the service at the church Monday.
The family suggests those wishing to express their sympathies through a memorial in Marie's name consider Hospice, Bethany Reformed Church, or their own choice.
Marie Ione Hunst, the daughter of George and Catherine (Johnson) Hunst, was born Oct. 1, 1915, in Cartwright, N.D. As a young child, she moved with her family to Iowa where she received her education through the Belmond area rural schools. Marie was a life long homemaker, loving wife to her husbands, who all preceded her in death, including, Joe Zieger who died during his military service shortly after their marriage, Charles Pratt, with whom she bore a son, Wayne, and later, Hank Schlagel, with whom she farmed in rural Dows for many years before moving to Belmond in the mid 1970's following their retirement from the family farm. Hank later passed away and Marie spent the remainder of her life in Belmond. In earlier years she had worked for a time at the Woolen Mills in Des Moines.
Marie's focus in life was dedicated to her family, her church and God.
Marie was an independent spirit who treasured living in her own home. She enjoyed cleaning, cooking, tidying drawers and mostly spending time with her family and dear friends. Above all, Marie was good and kind. She always had a smile on her face and never had a negative thing to say about anyone or anything. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her and loved her. Marie enjoyed any opportunity that brought with it the chance to go places.
She relished the simple things in life, whether, it included her daily journal entries, time spent watching her favorite TV shows, "The Price is Right," "Wheel of Fortune" and "Lawrence Welk," listening to her favorite music, senior dining, card clubs, daily phone calls and weekend visits with her granddaughter, Sena, or just being with her family. Marie was easily pleased. All who had the privilege of crossing her life journey will remember her as a hardworking, mild mannered, gentle, and caring lady.
Marie's legacy will live on in the lives of her survivors, which include her son, Wayne Pratt and his companion, Jody Tripp and her daughter, Edde, Dows; Marie's granddaughter, Sena Pratt, Cedar Rapids; grandson, Michael Prattt and his wife, Taryn, and their daughter, Kamdyn, Pheonix City, Ala.; step-sons, Chuck Schlagel, wife, Mary Ann, Maryland, and family; and Dennis Schlagel, wife, Jan, Bloomington, Ill, and family; also many other extended family members and friends.
Marie was preceded in death by her parents; her husbands, Joe, Charles, and Hank; her brothers, Glenn, and Raymond "Cooney" and her sister, Betty Lou "Dixie."
Andrews Funeral Home, Belmond, 641-444-4474.
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Published in the Globe Gazette from 11/22/2008 - 11/23/2008
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| Smith, Mary Louise |
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IOWA FALLS - Mary Louise Smith, 79, of Iowa Falls died Friday (November 21, 2008) at Heritage Care Center, Iowa Falls.
A Rosary for Mary Louise Smith will be said at 6:30 p.m. Monday at Linn's Funeral Chapel, 1521 Washington Ave., Iowa Falls. A memorial Mass for Mary will be held at a later date.
The Linn's Funeral Home, Iowa Falls, is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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Published in the Globe Gazette on 11/23/2008
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| Tietjens, Dale Everett |
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 KENSETT - Dale Everett Tietjens, 72, of Kensett, died Thursday (Nov. 20, 2008) at the Muse-Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit in Mason City after a courageous battle with cancer.
A funeral service for Dale will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 25, at Bethel United Methodist Church, 503 E. South St., Manly, with the Rev. Don Preston officiating. Burial will be in the Elmwood-St. Joseph Cemetery in Mason City, with military graveside honors conducted by members of the Mason City Veterans Memorial Association.
Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday at Bride Colonial Chapel, 110 E. Spring St., Manly. Visitation will also be held one hour prior to service time Tuesday at the church.
The family of Dale Everett Tietjens has requested that those wishing to give memorial contributions may direct them to the Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa Cancer Center in Mason City in his memory.
Dale Everett Tietjens was born on March 9, 1936, in Mason City, the son of Irvin and Sylvia (Gillpatrick) Tietjens. Dale attended and received his education in the Manly school system, graduating from Manly High School in 1954. Dale was inducted into the Air Force in 1955, served in Japan, and was honorably discharged in 1959. After his discharge, Dale began his career in the post office in Mason City and was there for 19 years, and in 1979 he became the postmaster in Plymouth and was with the postal service for 44� years until his retirement in 2003. Dale also worked for the Ruan and Mitchell Transport Co. driving cement trucks.
Dale was united in marriage to Barbara Cady on March 16, 1957, at Bethel United Methodist Church in Manly, and to this union three children were born, Rebecca Sue, Bradley Scott and Brian Keith.
Dale was a volunteer for Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa in Mason City, 20-year member of the American Postal Workers Union, and 30-year member of the National Association of Postmasters of the United States for the state of Iowa. Dale also was a member of the Manly Lions Club, and a member of Bethel United Methodist Church in Manly.
Dale enjoyed music, camping, going to auto races, fishing, and loved to tell stories and jokes, but his great love and enjoyment was his family and friends.
Left to cherish his memory are his children, Rebecca Sue (Rick) Lowers of Mendota, Ill., Bradley Scott (Teresa) Tietjens of Kensett, and Brian Keith (Maureen) Tietjens of Wheaton, Ill., six grandchildren, Nickolas Tietjens, Farrell, Jon and Jay Lowers, and Dayle and Emma Tietjens; a brother, Jerry (Barb) Tietjens of Waterloo; a brother-in-law, Mike Cady of Roy, Utah; many nieces and nephews, as well as many extended family members and friends.
Dale was preceded in death by his parents; and his wife, Barbara, who died on Feb. 26, 2008.
Bride Colonial Chapel, Manly, 641-454-2242.
www.colonialchapels.com
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Published in the Globe Gazette from 11/21/2008 - 11/23/2008
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| Wornson, Lillie L. |
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 CLEAR LAKE - Lillie L. Wornson, 95, of 2414 N. Shore Drive, Clear Lake, died Wednesday (Nov. 19, 2008) at Apple Valley Assisted Living facility in Clear Lake.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 25, at Ward-Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, 101 N. Fourth St., Clear Lake, with the Rev. Derik Yarian of Zion Lutheran Church officiating. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Mason City.
Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
Lillie was born on a farm on Jan. 26, 1913, in Reed Township, Seneca County, Ohio, near Attica. She was one of 10 children, eight girls and two boys, born to John and Amanda Wolf. Lillie's father, John, owned and operated a stone quarry on the farm and became an early pioneer in the road construction business.
Lillie graduated from Tiffin University and being an independent and ambitious young woman moved to Washington, D.C., with her younger sister, Charlotte, in search of a career. She worked for many years as secretary to an assistant U.S. attorney in the Justice Department. While in D.C. she met Clayton Wornson, a young law student. They were married in Washington in 1938 and while in Washington had their first two children, Richard and Thomas. Clayton was a lieutenant in the Navy serving overseas, and Lillie continued to work and raise her children in Washington, D.C.
After the war, she and Clayton moved to Mankato, Minn., and then to Mason City. Lillie and Clayton had three more children, Douglas, Jamie and David. She continued to work for the Social Security Administration while raising five boys. In 1965, Clayton and Lillie built a house on the lake and moved to Clear Lake. After the boys were grown, Lillie had the opportunity to retire at age 62 and pursue her personal passions of gardening, reading, French cooking and traveling with her family and grandchildren. Her five boys pursued a variety of successful careers and moved all over the country and overseas, but it was Lillie's loving character and influence that kept them all coming back to the Clear Lake house for family gatherings, food, recreation and especially music.
Lillie is survived by her five boys, Richard (Cathy) Wornson of New Prague, Minn., Thomas Wornson of San Francisco, Calif., Douglas (Barbara) Wornson of Northfield, Minn., Jamie (Diana) Wornson of Des Moines and David (Laurie) Wornson of Des Moines; 10 grandchildren, John, Kristin, Eric, Katie, Lizzie, Lexi, Jessie, John, Nick and David; one great-grandchild, Elliot; daughter-in-law, Francis Wornson and Michael Hartung of Cross Lake, Minn.; siblings, John, Charlotte and Barbara; along with several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She will be greatly missed by all.
She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, five sisters and one brother.
Lillie was a woman of extraordinary beauty, patience, modesty, intelligence, and poise.
Ward-Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, 641-357-2193. www.colonialchapels.com
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Published in the Globe Gazette from 11/20/2008 - 11/23/2008
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| Wyatt, Marcella Marie |
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RICEVILLE - Marcella Marie Wyatt, age 97, of Riceville died at her residence on Friday (Nov. 21, 2008).
A Mass of the resurrection will be held at 11 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church on Tuesday, Nov. 25, with the Rev. Ray E. Atwood officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery in Riceville.
Friends may call at the Lindstrom Funeral Home in Riceville on Monday during the hours of 4 to 7 p.m. and before services on Tuesday.
Lindstrom Funeral Home, Riceville, 641-985-2242.
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Published in the Globe Gazette on 11/23/2008
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| Aspland, Arletta L. |
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 MASON CITY - Arletta L. Aspland, 81, of Mason City, died Saturday (Nov. 22, 2008) at the Heritage Care Center.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday (Nov. 25, 2008) at First United Methodist Church, 119 South Georgia Ave. with the Rev. Jim Stiles officiating. Interment will be in Mount Vernon Township Cemetery, rural Burchinal.
Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. today at Major Erickson Funeral Home, 111 N. Pennsylvania Avenue. Memorials may be given to the Arletta L. Aspland Memorial Fund.
Arletta was born on Nov. 13, 1924, in La Crosse, Wis., the daughter of C. Walter and Anna (Bronner) Becker. She graduated from Mason City High School and also graduated from Hamilton School of Business later in life.
Arletta was married to Carl I. Aspland on Dec. 23, 1943, in Mason City. She worked as a secretary with the Steam Fitters Union for 10 years, retiring in 1995. She was a member of First United Methodist Church. Arletta enjoyed camping, traveling, sewing, crocheting, gardening and taking care of her home. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Arletta is survived by her daughter, Shirley Roush, of Mason City; son, Larry Aspland and wife, Sharon, of McHenry, Ill.; five grandchildren, Stormi Miller and husband, Joel, of Des Moines, Shawn Roush and wife, Christina, of Des Moines, Stephen Roush and wife, Jennifer, of Mason City, Joshua Aspland and Samantha Aspland; great-grandchildren, Samantha Brown, Jodi Ellsworth, Cara and Jared Roush, Zachary Hayliegh and Trinity Roush; great-great grandchild, Michelle Brown; sister, Arlene Becker
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Carl in 2007; and four brothers.
Major Erickson Funeral Home & Crematory, Mason City, is in charge of arrangements, 641-423-0924.
www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com
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Published in the Globe Gazette from 11/23/2008 - 11/24/2008
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| Chrencik, Kathryn |
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OSAGE - Kathryn Chrencik, 92, of Osage, died Sunday (Nov. 23, 2008) at the Osage Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Osage.
Memorial services will be held at 3 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2008, at the Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home in Osage with Sister Millie Leuenberger, OSF, officiating.
Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home in Osage, 641-732-3706.
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Published in the Globe Gazette on 11/24/2008
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| Foster, Loyd Dan |
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RICEVILLE - Loyd Dan Foster, age 84, of Riceville, passed away on Saturday (Nov. 22, 2008) at the Patty Elwood Center in Cresco, Iowa .
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday Nov. 26, at St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Riceville, with the Rev. Michael Parris officiating. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery in Riceville.
Friends may call from 4 until 7 p.m. on Tuesday at the Lindstrom Funeral Home in Riceville and one hour before services at the church on Wednesday.
Loyd was born on April 8, 1924, to James C. and Myrna (Gooder) Foster in rural Riceville. He attended local schools and graduated from Riceville High School. Loyd was united in marriage to Geraldine M. House on April 18, 1944, in Riceville. To this union four sons were born: Dean, Donald, Lee and Gary. Loyd was a retired farmer. He enjoyed his Sunday outings with Geraldine for lunch and Sunday drives.
Loyd is survived by four sons: Dean and his wife, Norma Foster, of Riceville; Don and his wife, Debra Foster, of Greene; Lee and his wife, Jean Foster, of Riceville; and Gary and his wife, Janice Foster, of Riceville; 15 grandchildren, many great-grandchildren.
Loyd was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Geraldine, one grandson, one daughter-in-law, two brothers, Lyle and Curtis, and a sister, Carol Foster.
Lindstrom Funeral Home, Riceville, 641-985-2242.
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Published in the Globe Gazette on 11/24/2008
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| Greimann, Kathleen A. |
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PRINSBURG, Minn. - Kathleen A. Greimann, 54, of Prinsburg, Minn., formerly of Klemme, Iowa, died Saturday (Nov. 22, 2008) at Rice Memorial Hospital in Willmar, Minn.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Peace Reformed Church south of Garner, with the Rev. Harvey Opp officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Cataldo Funeral Chapel in Garner and will continue one hour prior to services at the church.
Cataldo Funeral Home, 641-923-2841.
www.cataldofuneralhome.com.
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Published in the Globe Gazette on 11/24/2008
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| Heinzerling, Delila Josephine |
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 MASON CITY - Delila Josephine Heinzerling, 73, of 1615 South Carolina, Mason City, died Saturday (Nov. 22, 2008) at the I.O.O.F. Home in Mason City with her girls at her side. Her battle with Lewy Body Dementia is now over, and Lila is at peace in Heaven with Butch.
A funeral service for Lila will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, November 26, 2008, at the Wesley United Methodist Church, 1405 Pennsylvania Ave., Mason City, with the Rev. Steve Hansen officiating. Burial will be in the Memorial Park Cemetery, Highway 122 West, Mason City.
Visitation will be held from 4 until 7 p.m. with a time of remembrance service at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday at the Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 Third Street N.E., Mason City. Visitation will also be held one hour prior to service time on Wednesday at the church.
Delila Josephine Bennett was born on Feb. 24, 1935, in Pocatello, Idaho. Lila spent her childhood with her parents, Elmer and Louise Martin, and sister, Barbara, in Idaho, Nevada, California, Virginia, and finally Iowa. She spoke of taking the troop train to Iowa after the war. She attended the old Monroe Junior High School and graduated from Mason City High School in 1954, the year Meredith Willson wrote the Mason City High School fight song. In 1955 she married the love of her life, Earl Conrad "Butch" Heinzerling. Their daughters, Cherie and Karen arrived shortly after. Their third daughter, Joyce, was born after they moved into their lifetime home at 1615 South Carolina.
Lila worked at the Younkers cosmetic counter when the girls were young. After that she found her dream job as a para-professional with the Mason City School District. The children at Grant, Madison and Harding were her "kids". The students, along with her great many friends in the faculty at these schools, meant the world to her. She retired at the age of 70 and returned to Harding again the following school year to become "Grandma Lila" through the Foster Grandparent Program. Her retirement present, a black and white Shih Tzu she named Muffin, brought her great joy and became her fourth daughter.
After Butch's unexpected death in 1985, Lila embraced her life with her children and grandchildren. She was a great cook, making regular meat and potatoes meals, with always too much food. She enjoyed sitting at the head of the table and sharing in the laughter that came with the family gatherings. She embraced Christmas and was reluctant to open any of her presents until she'd seen everyone else open the many items she had chosen for them. She will always be known for making the greatest homemade sour cream chocolate cake.
Lila enjoyed her monthly card club group and was a member of the VFW Women's Auxiliary.
Lila's beloved and devoted sister, Barbara Heinzerling, was always there for her and was her Saturday night, after church, dinner companion for many years. After Lila's move to the I.O.O.F. home, Barb continued to visit Lila throughout the week and the two sisters would share the latest news of their families.
Lila was a very strong woman who instilled an amazing bond in her daughters. This bond is what guided Cherie, Karen and Joyce through Lila's battle with Lewy Body Dementia. Cherie, Karen and Joyce will always be indebted to their mother for the strength and compassion she allowed them.
Those left to cherish Lila's memory are her children, Cherie (Bryan) Molander of Mason City, Karen (William) Thomson of Mason City, and Joyce (Jack) Odegaard of Mason City; seven grandchildren, Suzanne Molander, Jason (Krissy) Molander, Adam, Ryan and Benjamin Harrer, and Lindsay and Callie Odegaard; a great-grandson, Christopher Molander; a sister, Barbara Heinzerling of Mason City; her godchildren, Gail Hanson and Kenneth Heinzerling; in-laws, Pat Heinzerling, Glen (Dallas) Heinzerling, Phyllis Marshall, Dean (Jan) Heinzerling, Maxine (Harold) Hanson and Doris (Dale) Kaus; as well as many nieces and nephews, as well as many other extended family members and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Earl, who died on June 19, 1985; two brothers-in-law, Elmer and Carl Heinzerling; and her mother and father-in-law, Ruby and William Heinzerling.
Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 641-423-2372.
www.colonialchapels.com.
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Published in the Globe Gazette from 11/23/2008 - 11/24/2008
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| Isvik, LeNora |
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 KAMRAR - LeNora Isvik, 81, of Kamrar, died Friday (Nov. 21, 2008) at the Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, November 25, 2008, at the Bethesda Lutheran Church in Jewell with the Rev. Mike Werner officiating.
Vistitation will be held this evening from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Foster Funeral and Cremation Center in Webster City. Private family burial will be in the Graceland Cemetery in Webster City.
LeNora Jean Arnold, daughter of Harry and Hattie Tapper Arnold, was born on July 16, 1927, north of Kamrar. She graduated from Kamrar High School in 1944.
On Feb. 25, 1946, LeNora married Sterling Isvik at the Little Brown Church at Nashua. From 1946 until April 1, 1947 the couple resided in San Francisco. In May of 1947, the couple moved to a farm southwest of Kamrar, which they farmed until 1995. She enjoyed wintering in Weslaco, Texas, for the past 19 years.
LeNora was an active member of the Bethesda Lutheran Church in Jewell, where she had taught Bible school and Christian education. LeNora greatly enjoyed being a farm wife and raised beautiful vegetable and flower gardens. She was noted for her good cooking, and especially her pies. LeNora loved entertaining family and friends and was always ready for a good card game. For many years, she also enjoyed league bowling and was ever conscious of her health and living an active and healthy lifestyle.
As LeNora faced health problems in recent years, she maintained a wonderfully positive attitude that proved inspiring to her family. She readily voiced how thankful she was for the many blessings she had throughout her life, especially the 62 years of marriage she enjoyed with her husband, Sterling.
LeNora is survived by her husband, Sterling; son and daughter-in-law, Stanley and Sheri Isvik of Garner; granddaughter, Erin (Justin) Flage of Aplington, great-grandson, Spencer Allen Isvik; step- grandchildren, Heather Weaver of Bemidji, Minn.; Clint, and Hayley Weaver of Garner; step-great-grandchildren, Sarah Michelle Weaver, Buck Hunter Weaver, Jake Christopher Antencio; sister, Ferne Deakman of Webster City; brothers and sisters-in-law, Bernard and Jeri Arnold of Plover, Iowa, Norman and Pat Arnold of Stratford; sister-in-law, Becke Arnold of Oskaloosa; and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Lillian Shields; brothers, Gary Arnold and a brother in infancy, Harold Arnold; sister-in-law, Josie Arnold; and brothers-in-law, Francis Shields and Devon Deakman.
Write a personal tribute or light a virtual candle for the family at www.fosterfuneralandcremation.com.
Foster Funeral and Cremation Center, Webster City, 515-832-2110.
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Published in the Globe Gazette on 11/24/2008
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| Suntken, Kim |
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OMAHA, Neb. - Kim Suntken, 38, formerly of Thornton, Iowa, died Sunday (Nov. 23, 2008) at Lakeside Hospital, Omaha.
Funeral arrangements are pending with Retz-Grarup Funeral Home, Thornton.
Retz-Grarup Funeral Home, 641-998-2311.
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Published in the Globe Gazette on 11/24/2008
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| Swanson, Norman |
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BLOOMING PRAIRIE, Minn. - Norman Swanson, 80, of Blooming Prairie, Minn., died Saturday (Nov. 22, 2008) at the Fieldcrest Care Center in Hayfield, Minn.
Funeral services for Norman Swanson will be 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 26, at First Lutheran Church in Blooming Prairie with the Rev. Karl Korbel officiating. Interment will be in Fairview Cemetery in Hayfield.
Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 25 at Worlein Blooming Prairie Funeral Home, 418 Highway Ave. So., Blooming Prairie, Minn., and one hour prior to the service at the church.
Worlein Blooming Prairie Funeral Home, Blooming Prairie, Minn., 507-433-6579.
worlein1@charter.net.
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Published in the Globe Gazette on 11/24/2008
| Bartusek, Evelyn M. |
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 MASON CITY - Evelyn M. Bartusek, 89, of Mason City, died Sunday (Nov. 23, 2008) at the Good Shepherd Health Center in Mason City.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 26, at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 419 S. Delaware Ave., Mason City with the Rev. Mark Lavrenz officiating. Interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.
Visitation will be held 5 to 7 p.m. today at Major Erickson Funeral Home, 111 N. Pennsylvania Ave. in Mason City.
Memorials may be given to the Evelyn M. Bartusek Memorial Fund.
Evelyn Marie Bartusek was born on Aug. 25, 1919, in Emery, S. D., the daughter of Theodore and Margaret (Cassens) Schwartz. Evelyn was the oldest of nine children. She was baptized and confirmed at Emanuel Lutheran Church in Grafton, along with her son and husband in 1963. Evelyn graduated from Plymouth High School in 1938. She was a 1939 graduate of La' James Beauty School and worked at the Avalon Beauty Shop for a year and a half.
She was united in marriage to Reuben Bartusek on Sept. 1, 1940, at Mason City and to this union three children were born.
Evelyn and Reuben lived in Mason City from 1940 to 1946, when they moved to the Worth County area, then to rural Grafton in 1950, where they engaged in farming for 26 years. In 1972, they retired from farming and returned to Mason City where Evelyn worked for Damon's as a clerk in the children's department for six years. She retired from Damon's to care for her husband at home for 12 years following a farm accident.
Evelyn was recognized for her volunteer work in various organizations such as church groups and women's circles at Emanuel Lutheran in Grafton and Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Mason City, RSVP, Choir, 4-H Leader, volunteer for North Iowa Food Bank for 11 years, and member of the North Iowa Quilter's Guild for many years.
She was an excellent seamstress and made many quilts for her family. Among some of Evelyn's hobbies were sewing, quilting, reading, and gardening.
She is survived by her two daughters, Nancy (George) Wylie of Ames and Shirley (Brian) Diercks of Osceola; one son Dean (Becky) Bartusek of Hanlontown; five grandchildren, Pamela (Jeff) Spangler of Urbandale, Eric (Krista) Wylie of Cedar Rapids, Ryan Bartusek of Las Vegas, Nev., Evan (Jennifer) Bartusek of Monona, and David Diercks of Ames; four great-grandchildren, Nicholas Spangler, Christopher Spangler, Nathan Wylie and Rachel Wylie; five sisters, Vera (Vernon) Johnson of New Brighton, Minn., Loretta (Willis) Koenigsberg of Sheffield, Mavis Deardeuff of Mason City, Leila (Gordon) Hanson-Bates of Clear Lake, and Judy (Russell) Borchardt of Clear Lake; several sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; two sisters, Eileen Rogness and June Bradley and one brother, Russell Schwartz.
Major Erickson Funeral Home & Crematory is in charge of arrangements, 641-423-0924.
www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com.
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Published in the Globe Gazette on 11/25/2008
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| Chrencik, Kathryn |
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OSAGE - Kathryn Chrencik, 92, died Sunday (Nov. 23, 2008) at the Osage Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Osage.
Kathryn was born on Aug. 25, 1916 in Benwood, W.Va., the daughter of Joseph and Victoria (Laga) Kordos. She moved to the Mitchell, Iowa, area with her family when she was three years old. Kathryn attended school in Mitchell and graduated from Mitchell High School where she was a guard on the basketball team. She was united in marriage to Tom Chrencik at Sacred Heart Church in Osage, on Feb. 6, 1937.
Kathryn enjoyed gardening, canning, crocheting and spending time with her grand children and great-grandchildren.
Memorial services will be held at 3 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 26, at the Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home in Osage, with Sister Millie Leuenberger, OSF officiating.
Kathryn is survived by her son, Joe (Karen) Chrencik of Traverse City, Mich.; her daughter, Judy (Paul) Morgan of Osage; grandchildren, Cheryl (Phil) Kapler and their children Monica, Ethan, Elena and Owen of Lakeville, Minn.; Christa (Curt) Diemer and their children Kara and Julia of West Branch; Coleen Chrencik and her children Mitch, Daniel, and Thomas of Divide, Colo.; Curt (Patty) Chrencik and their children Ryan, Carley and Joe of Gaylord, Mich.; her sister, Rose Pajer of Osage.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and her sister, Mary Vulk.
Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home, Osage, 641-732-3706.
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Published in the Globe Gazette from 11/24/2008 - 11/25/2008
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| Cook, Lyle Raymond |
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ROCKFORD - Lyle Raymond Cook, 69, of Rockford, died Monday (Nov. 24, 2008) at Mercy Medical Center North Iowa in Mason City.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Sheckler Colonial Chapel in Nora Springs, 641-749-2210.
www.colonialchapels.com.
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Published in the Globe Gazette on 11/25/2008
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| Donaldson, Sister Doris |
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 SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. - Sister Doris Donaldson, PBVM, (formerly Sister Mary Camilla) entered eternal life on Nov. 12, 2008, at the Presentation Motherhouse in San Francisco, Calif.
A native of Mason City, Iowa, Sister Doris was born in 1919, and was a Sister of the Presentation for 57 years.
Sister Doris leaves her sister, Lois Donaldson Tracy, nieces, nephews, and their families, as well as her loving Presentation Sisters.
Sister Doris was the daughter of Mary Elizabeth Mullen and David Henry Donaldson.
She was predeceased by her sister, Myrne Donaldson Ohs, and her brother, John Donaldson.
Sister Doris earned her RN degree at Mercy Hospital in Mason City and later moved to Los Angeles, where she worked at Queen of Angels Hospital for seven years. She entered the Sisters of the Presentation in 1951 and received her B.A. and teaching credential from the University of San Francisco. Sister Doris taught second grade for 10 years in Catholic schools in San Francisco, Oakland, San Lorenzo, San Jose, and Los Angeles. From 1963 to 1991, she taught courses in physiology, child psychology, home nursing and human sexuality as well as serving as school nurse at Presentation High School, San Francisco.
Sister Doris lived at the Presentation Motherhouse and, most recently has been engaged in the ministry of prayer.
A Vigil Service was held on Monday, Nov. 17, at the Presentation Motherhouse, San Francisco. A funeral Mass was celebrated on Tuesday, Nov. 18, also at the Presentation Motherhouse, followed by interment which will take place at Holy Cross Cemetery, Colma.
Memorial contributions to the Sisters of the Presentation are preferred and can be sent to Sisters of the Presentation, Development Office, 281 Masonic Ave., San Francisco, CA 94118.
Sullivan's Funeral Home, 415-621-4567.
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Published in the Globe Gazette on 11/25/2008
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| Etzen, Edward G. |
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 FOREST CITY - Edward G. Etzen, 86, of Forest City, died Wednesday (Nov. 19, 2008) at the Good Shepherd Care Center in Mason City.
A private family graveside service with military rites will be held in the spring.
Ed was born on July 12, 1922, to Peter and Mary Etzen. He attended country school in Madison Township. He enlisted in the military with the 34th Red Bull Division. He fought in World War II and spent three years overseas in Africa, Italy, England and Ireland. He was awarded two Bronze Stars and three Purple Hearts and many other awards during his military service from 1939 to 1945.
He was married on March 27, 1951, to Dorothy Benson and was married 57 years.
He belonged to Ducks Unlimited, was an avid hunter and enjoyed walking and training his black Labs.
He was a big sports fan and loved watching his four grandchildren play sports and never missed their games.
He enjoyed playing cards with the guys at the Legion Hall. He started a taxi business in Forest City and was a salesmen for Watkins and Winona Monument Company for many years.
He is survived by his wife, Dorothy of Forest City; one son, Charles Etzen and his wife Barb, of Chandler, Ariz.; four grandchildren, Heidi Thell of Trempealeau, Wis., and her husband Peter, Andrea Wirth of Chandler, Ariz., and her husband Michael, Drew Etzen of Gilbert, Ariz., and Devon Etzen of Gilbert, Ariz.; four great-grandchildren, Sydney, Samuel, and Mitchell Thell and Creighton Wirth.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Peter and Mary Etzen; his three brothers, Pete Etzen, Enno Etzen and John Etzen; his five sisters, Grace Larson, Rose Peterson, Irene Cook, Berndetta Brackey, and Louise Hanson.
Petersen Lund Funeral Home, 641-585-2685.
www.petersenlundfh.com.
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Published in the Globe Gazette on 11/25/2008
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| French, LeRoy C.
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CLEAR LAKE - LeRoy C. French, 81, of 108 N. 10th St. in Clear Lake, died, Monday (Nov. 24, 2008) at Mercy Medical Center North Iowa in Mason City.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete with Ward-Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, 101 N. Fourth St., Clear Lake, 641-357-2193.
www.colonialchapels.com.
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Published in the Globe Gazette on 11/25/2008
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| Greimann, Kathleen |
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 PRINSBURG, Minn. - Kathleen A. Greimann, 54, of Prinsburg, Minn., formerly of Klemme, Iowa, died Saturday (Nov. 22, 2008) at Rice Memorial Hospital in Willmar, Minn.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 26, at Peace Reformed Church south of Garner with the Rev. Harvey Opp officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m., today at the Cataldo Funeral Chapel, 160 E. Fourth St., Garner, and will continue one hour prior to services at the church.
Kathleen Ann Greimann, the daughter of Eugene and Doris (Barz) Greimann, was born on Dec. 18, 1953, at Belmond. She was baptized and confirmed at Peace Reformed Church south of Garner. Kathy graduated from Klemme High School in 1972 and continued her education at Dordt College. After graduating from Dordt College in 1976, she moved to Oskaloosa and began her teaching career at the Oskaloosa School for Christian Instruction from 1976 to 1982. She then moved to Prinsburg, Minn., and taught first grade at Central Minnesota Christian School. Kathy is remembered by many family and friends as a dedicated teacher who loved her students.
She enjoyed scrapbooking and remembering her family and friends with special gifts. Kathy often spoke of the supportive and encouraging community in Prinsburg.
She was a member of Peace Reformed Church in Garner and was active in serving First Christian Reformed Church in Prinsburg. She belonged to the Christian Educators Association.
Kathy is survived by her parents, Eugene and Doris Greimann of Garner; brother, Lowell (Jennie) Greimann of Ames; two sisters, Janette (Arthur) Hoffman of Owatonna, Minn., and Janelle Bremer of Dyer, Ind.; nieces and nephews, Chad (Chris) Greimann, Blair (Angie) Greimann, Amy (Winston) Trotter, Michelle (Dale) Simon, Kelly (Brian) Schultz, Trent (Paula) Bremer and Janna (Darren) VanEssen; nineteen great-nieces and nephews and many students, fellow teachers and friends in the Prinsburg community.
She was preceded in death by her sister-in-law, Jane Renner Greimann in 2006.
Memorials may be directed to Central Minnesota Christian School in Prinsburg, Minn.
Cataldo Funeral Home, 641-923-2841.
www.cataldofuneralhome.com.
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Published in the Globe Gazette from 11/24/2008 - 11/25/2008
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| Grice, Lowell "Hap" |
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HAMPTON - Lowell "Hap" Grice, 86, of Geneva, died Sunday (Nov. 23, 2008) at the Hampton Health Care Center in Hampton.
Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 26, at the Geneva United Methodist Church with the Rev. Sylvia Kennedy officiating the service. Burial in the Hampton Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 4:30 to 8 p.m. today at the Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton.
Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home, 641-456-3232.
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Published in the Globe Gazette on 11/25/2008
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| Gulick, Minnie |
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ALLISON - Minnie Gulick, 85, of Allison, died Monday (Nov. 24, 2008) at the Allison Health Care Center in Allison.
Funeral services are pending at the Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Allison, 641-456-3232.
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Published in the Globe Gazette on 11/25/2008
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| Mitchell, Michael Louis |
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ELMA - Michael Louis Mitchell, 75, of Elma, died Sunday (Nov. 23, 2008) at the Floyd County Medical Center in Charles City.
The funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Nov. 28, at the Immaculate Conception Church in Riceville with Father Ray Atwood officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Riceville.
Visitation will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 26, at the Lindstrom Funeral Home in Riceville. Scripture will be said at 5 p.m. and the rosary will be said at 7 p.m.
Lindstrom Funeral Home, 641-985-2242.
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Published in the Globe Gazette on 11/25/2008
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| Monson, Herbert O. |
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IOWA FALLS - Herbert O. Monson, 81, of Iowa Falls, died Sunday (Nov. 23, 2008) at the Hubbard Care Center in Hubbard.
Funeral Mass for Herbert O. Monson will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 29, at the St. Mark's Catholic Church in Iowa Falls. A time of visitation and fellowship will follow the services at the church.
Mr. Monson donated his body to the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn.
The Linn's Funeral Home's Iowa Falls Chapel assisted the family with the donation process and is assisting the family with the services, 641-648-5442.
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Published in the Globe Gazette on 11/25/2008
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| Ryan, Edwin E. |
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 LAWRENCE, Kan. - Edwin E. Ryan 95, of Lawrence, Kan., died Saturday (Nov. 22, 2008) at his home.
Funeral services for Edwin E. Ryan will be at 10 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 26, at Warren-McElwain Mortuary in Lawrence, Kan. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery in Lawrence.
The family will greet friends prior to the service at the mortuary.
Edwin was born on June 25, 1913 in Galena, Kan., the son of Edward F. and Violet F. Ryan. He attended school in Galena and Coffeyville, Kan.
He served for 47 months with the Army's First Calvary Division in the Pacific Theater during World War II. He was a first lieutenant in Japan with the First Army of Occupation
Mr. Ryan taught school in Galena before going to work for Armour & Company where he worked in Kansas City, Parsons, Kan., and Mason City, Iowa. He retired in 1975. He moved to Lawrence in 1990.
He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Charlotte, Lawrence, Kan.; one daughter, Rebecca S. Ryan, Lawrence, Kan.; one son, Michael E. Ryan, M.D., Mission Hills, Kan., and six grandchildren.
He was preceded in death in 2008 by a daughter, Colleen A. Ryan.
The family suggests memorials be directed to either Douglas County, Kansas, or the Visiting Nurses Association, in care of the Mortuary.
Online condolences may be sent to: www.warrenmcelwain.com, Subject: Ryan.
Warren-McElwain Mortuary, 785-843-1120.
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Published in the Globe Gazette on 11/25/2008
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| Suntken, Kim |
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THORNTON - Kim Suntken, 38, of Omaha, Neb., formerly of Thornton, Iowa, died Sunday (Nov. 23, 2008) at Lakeside Hospital in Omaha.
Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 26, at Rejoice Lutheran Church, 2556 S. 138th St. in Omaha.
Following a family graveside service, the family will greet friends from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 29, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Thornton.
Retz-Grarup Funeral Home, Thornton, 641-998-2311.
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Published in the Globe Gazette from 11/24/2008 - 11/25/2008
Posted by Gene Manning
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