Wayne L. Bigelow

DAYTON, Minn. -Wayne L. Bigelow, 75, of Dayton, Minn., formerly of Mason City, passed away on June 12, 2010. He was preceded in death by parents, Dora Bigelow and Wayne Bigelow.

He is survived by his wife, Marge; stepdaughter, Sherri (Steve) Jaworski and stepson, Dan (Kristine) Lancaster; grandchildren, Leah and Collin Jaworski, and Tara, Kenna and Brennan Lancaster; sisters, Dorothy Justesen (Erik), Albert Lea, Minn., Marlys Kelly (LeRoy), Kallispell, Mont., and Lynn (Tom) Dwan, Mason City; brother, Ken Bigelow (Judy), Long Lake, Minn.; mother-in-law, Verna Wathor, of Beatrice Neb.; three sisters-in-law and husbands, many nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends.

Wayne worked as a social worker, Rehab. counselor, small business owner and Internet bookseller. He traveled extensively around the world during his life.

Memorial services will be held 11 a.m. Friday, July 16, at Word of Peace Lutheran Church, 21705 129th Ave. N. Rogers, Minn.

Visitation will be held one hour prior to services.
763-496-2400.

Published in Globe Gazette from July 4 to July 7, 2010

Bentley Eugene Boerjan

ST. ANSGAR - Bentley Eugene Boerjan, infant son of Stephanie Ackerman and Mitchell Boerjan, was stillborn Saturday (July 3, 2010) at Methodist Hospital in Rochester Minn. Bentley was brought into our lives at 12:40 p.m. and weighed one pound, 5.6 ounces, and was eleven inches long. Parents Stephanie and Mitchell had the joy of holding, kissing, and cuddling little Bentley. He was here for a short time but has left a lifetime of memories.

A prayer service will be held at 4 p.m. Thursday, July 8, 2010, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Osage, with the Rev. John Moser officiating. There will be time for relatives and friends to greet the family in the Sacred Heart Church Hall after the service.

Left to cherish him are his parents, Stephanie and Mitchell; grandparents, Becky Secrist and Chuck Hurley, Randy and Deanna Trytten, Lance and Brenda Boerjan; many great-grandpas and great-grandmas; uncles and aunts, Jordan Ackerman and friend, Keirston Johnston, Trevor Secrist, Tyler Hurley, Jaci and George Schorg, Mitch and Nicole Trytten, Amber Trytten and friend, Zach Witt, Kyle and Ashley Trytten; and many great-aunts, great-uncles and cousins.

Bentley was preceded in death by his grandpa, Sean Ackerman; great-grandpa, Raymond Power; great-grandpa, Melvin Heaps; great-grandpa, Roger Trytten; and great-uncle, John Penney.

Information available and condolences accepted at www.champion-bucheitfuneralhome.com.

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

Published in Globe Gazette on July 6, 2010

Evelyn Irene (Grouette) Brunsvold

HANLONTOWN - Evelyn Irene (Grouette) Brunsvold, 82, of Hanlontown died Sunday (July 4, 2010) at Heritage Care Center in Mason City, surrounded by her family.

Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, July 9, at Elk Creek Lutheran Church in rural Kensett, with Pastor Linda Johnson and Pastor Denny Hudson officiating.

Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. today at Mittelstadt Funeral Home, 902 E. Main St., Lake Mills, and again one hour prior to the service at the church.

Burial will take place at Concordia Cemetery in rural Joice.
Evelyn was born Jan. 4, 1928, in Fremont County, near Bartlett, the daughter of Frank and Alta Mae (Study) Kephart. She attended Bartlett school and graduated high school, Class of 1947.

She was united in marriage to George Grouette in October 1949. Evelyn worked as a cook for several businesses in the Mason City area.

On Oct. 24, 1980, Evelyn married Enis J. Brunsvold in Mason City. Together, they farmed for several years near Hanlontown. Enis passed away on Oct. 11, 2007.

Evelyn loved her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Cooking and the little tricks that went along with it were her life. She loved to travel and loved animals, especially her dogs Blackie and Shadow.

She is survived by her children, Betty (Jack) Nichols of Waterloo; George Grouette Jr. of San Marcos, Texas; David Grouette of Hanlontown; Paul (Tammy) Grouette of Mason City; Bill (Cindy) Grouette of Northwood; 12 grandchildren, Mark, Brad, Daniel, Jeremy, Krystal, Shanna, Lisa, Jessica, Keegan, John, Bill Jr. and Jared; 13 great-grandchildren; one sister-in-law, Eunice Haugo, of Lake Mills; along with several step-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Evelyn was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Enis; six brothers, Frank (Buss), Bill, Clark, Odell, Floyd (Barney) and Rollin; four sisters, Erma, Florence, Ruby and Margaret in infancy; son-in-law, John Cooley; daughter-in-law, Paula Grouette; and grandson, Michael Grouette.

You can contact the family with online condolences at www.mittelstadtfuneralhome.com.
Mittelstadt Funeral Home, 641-592-0221.

Published in Globe Gazette from July 6 to July 8, 2010

Eddie Colnes

DOWS - Eddie Colnes, 97, of Dows died Monday (July 5, 2010) at Mary Greely Medical Center in Ames.

Funeral services for Eddie Colnes will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 8, at First Lutheran Church in Dows with Pastor David Anderson officiating. Burial will take place in the Fairview Cemetery in Dows.

Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. today at Dugger Funeral Home, 100 N. Lee St. in Dows, and continue one hour prior to services Thursday at the church.

Dugger Funeral Home, 515-852-4134.

Published in Globe Gazette from July 6 to July 7, 2010

Jana Darlene Duck

CLEAR LAKE - Jana Darlene Duck, 56, of Clear Lake and formerly of Osage, died Sunday (July 4, 2010) at Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa in Mason City.

A funeral service will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 7, 2010, at the Kinney Lindstrom Center Atrium at Opportunity Village in Clear Lake, with Pastor Rich Murray, officiating. Visitation will begin at 6 p.m.

There will also be a funeral service at 10:30 a.m. Friday, July 9, 2010, at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Osage, with the Rev. Roy Ott officiating. Burial will be at the Osage Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Friday at Our Savior's Lutheran Church.

Jana was born on March 24, 1954, in Osage, the daughter of Murray and Helen (Lee) Duck. She was raised in rural Osage. Jana has been a resident of Opportunity Village in Clear Lake for many years.

She enjoyed outdoor activities, music, attending church services, and socializing with the staff and her friends at Opportunity Village. Jana especially enjoyed visits from her family.

Jana is survived by her mother, Helen Duck, of Osage; two brothers, Miles (Cheryl) Duck, of Mason City, and Melvin Duck of Osage; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her father, Murray Duck, in 2000.
Information available and condolences accepted at www.champion-bucheitfuneralhome.com

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

Published in Globe Gazette on July 6, 2010

Virgil "Shorty" Greenzweig

CHARLES CITY - Virgil "Shorty" Greenzweig, 87, of Charles City, died Thursday (July 1, 2010) at 9th Street Chautauqua Guest Home in Charles City.

A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 7, 2010, at the Fullerton -Hage Funeral Home, 401 Blunt St., in Charles City, with Pastor Phil Corr officiating. Burial with military honors will follow in Riverside Cemetery in Charles City.

A visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. today, Tuesday, July 6.

Stories, thoughts and condolences may be shared with the family on the funeral home website at www.Fullertonfh.com.

Virgil was born on May 25, 1923, in Charles City, the son of Robert and Threse (Hirsch) Greenzweig. After graduating from Charles City High School, he enlisting in the U.S. Navy. He attended classes for training at Iowa State University. He served proudly. Upon his honorable discharge, he returned to Charles City where he began farming.

He was united in marriage to Florence Hiese on July 21, 1946, in Charles City. Virgil also served as a rural letter carrier for 19 years, retiring in 1989.

Virgil was a member of the First Congregational Church of Charles City, the American Legion and the Thursday morning retired mail carriers breakfast group. In his younger years, he enjoyed playing baseball and softball and enjoyed following both sports. He also liked to throw horseshoes and play cards.

Those left to honor his memory include his wife, Florence; son, Galen (Charlotte) Greenzweig; grandchildren, Schae, Grant and Jacob "Shorty" Greenzweig; sisters-in-law, Joyce Greenzweig and Bernice Troge; and many nieces, nephews and friends.

Preceding Virgil in death were his parents; daughter, Dawn Marie Greenzweig; and siblings, Glenn Greenzweig, Grace Greenzweig Schlick; and a brother in infancy.

Fullerton Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 641-228-4211.
www.fullertonfh.com.

Published in Globe Gazette from July 2 to July 6, 2010

Jess William Harris

MASON CITY - Jess William Harris, 76, of Mason City, died Friday (July 2, 2010) at the Good Shepherd Health Center.
Memorial services will be at 5 p.m. Wednesday, July 7, 2010, at the Wesley United Methodist Church, 1405 S. Pennsylvania Ave., Mason City, with the Rev. Keith Scott officiating.

There will be a gathering of family and friends one hour prior to the church service.

Inurnment will be at the Bohemian National Cemetery in Omaha, Neb.

Memorials may be directed to the Jess Harris Memorial Fund in care of the family.

Jess was born on March 30, 1934, in Omaha, Neb., the son of George and Jessie "Marie" (Smith) Harris. He graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in Council Bluffs, and attended University of Omaha. Jess served in the U.S. Army from January 1957 to December 1958.

He married Virginia L. Rosberg on April 25, 1959, in Omaha. Together they moved to Mason City in 1959. He worked for the Internal Revenue Service as a field agent for 32 years and later operated an income tax service.

He was a member of the Wesley United Methodist Church, MENSA Society, The National Association for Amateur Radio, and the National Association of Federal Employees - where he served as vice president.

He was a volunteer for the Red Cross, the Salvation Army, and Snell's Ambulance Service in Mason City - where he was an EMT for 30 years. Jess was also an amateur radio operator and was involved in citizen patrol activities.

Jess enjoyed reading - he never went anywhere without a book. He also enjoyed trips to Mexico and playing blackjack.

Jess is survived by his wife of 51 years, Virginia Harris of Mason City; three daughters, Julie Hupp and husband Evan, of Ely, Iowa, Nancy Sullivan and husband Shawn, of Blue Springs, Mo., and Sally Henderson and husband Phil of Spring, Texas; eight grandchildren; one brother in-law: Paul Urban, of Council Bluffs; special family friend: Mary Duggan, of Mason City. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, and extended family.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother in infancy, and a sister, Ruth Urban.

Arrangements with Major Erickson Funeral Home & Crematory, 111 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Mason City, 641-423-0924.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com.

Published in Globe Gazette from July 4 to July 6, 2010

June I. Hauptman

EMMETSBURG - June I. Hauptman, 89, formerly of Emmetsburg and Bancroft, died Monday (July 5, 2010) at Ruthven Community Care Center.

A funeral Mass will be held 10:30 a.m. Friday, July 9, at St. Cecelia Catholic Church, Algona, with Father Edward M. Girres and the Rev. Mr. Bill Black officiating. Burial will be in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Wesley.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the Oakcrest Funeral Services of Algona with a rosary beginning at 4:30 p.m. and a Scripture prayer service beginning at 7 p.m.

Online condolences may be made to www.oakcrestfuneralservices.com.
Oakcrest Funeral Services of Algona, 515-295-3731.

Published in Globe Gazette from July 6 to July 7, 2010

 Leon "Charlie" Heimer

STACYVILLE - Leon "Charlie" Heimer, 74, of Stacyville, died on Friday (July 2, 2010) at the Mitchell County Regional Health Center, Osage, being a resident of the Stacyville Community Nursing Home five months prior to his death.

Funeral service will be at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, July 7, 2010, at the Visitation Catholic Church, Stacyville, with the Rev. John Moser, officiating. Burial will be in the Visitation Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. today, Tuesday, at the Visitation Catholic Church, with a rosary at 7 p.m.

Charlie was born on Jan. 23, 1936, to Arthur and Martha (Mayer) Heimer in Stacyville. He was a lifelong resident of Stacyville and member of Visitation Catholic Church. He attended Visitation Grade School through eighth grade and was proud to obtain his GED later in life.

In 1963 he became owner/operator of Charlie's Co-op Service. His retirement after 43 years, in April of 2006 , also brought a closing to the "Pepsi-break" gathering for local farmers at his office.

One of Charlie's greatest past times was the sponsorship of various sporting teams, especially the infamous Charlie's Angels and Charlie's Devils softball teams. He also enjoyed his frequent trips to Las Vegas or the Iowa casinos. After his retirement a cribbage board and a deck of cards were always in reach, waiting for a willing opponent.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Irene Thome; brothers, Wilmer (Buddy), Ralph and LaVerne Heimer.

Charlie is survived by an uncle, Jerome (Joanie)Heimer; aunts, Marie Petermen and Angie Ginder; nephews, Bob (Sheri) Thome, Ken (Jan) Thome, Don (Eleonore) Thome, Doug (Jeanie) Heimer, and Dave (Michelle) Heimer; nieces, Betty (Roger) Blake, Pat Adams, Deb (Dan) Lange; numerous other relatives and his card playing buddies.

Memorials may be given to Visitation's "Access To The Future" Handicap Accessibility Project or directed to the family.

Schroeder & Sites Funeral Home, St. Ansgar, 641-713-4920.

Published in Globe Gazette from July 4 to July 6, 2010

Goldie Michalek Holden

 MASON CITY - Goldie Michalek Holden, 99, of Homestead Assisted Living, 2501 W. State St., Mason City, went to be with the Lord on Saturday evening (July 3, 2010) surrounded by her family at the Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit in Mason City.

A funeral service for Goldie will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, July 8, 2010, at the Bethel United Methodist Church, 403 E. South St., Manly, with Pastor Don Preston, officiating. Burial will be in the Bohemian Cemetery in Plymouth.

Visitation will be held from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. Wednesday, July 7, 2010 at the Bride Colonial Chapel, 110 E. Spring St., Manly. Visitation will also be held one hour prior to service time on Thursday at the church.

Goldie dedicated her entire life to education, mentoring, and tutoring children with great caring and compassion. It is Goldie's wish that any memorial be used to establish a scholarship fund to further their education with the hope that her love of education may continue to help children for many years to come.

Goldie Katherine Michalek was born on Nov. 18, 1910, at home in rural Plymouth, the oldest of three children born to Anton and Lena (Hunchis) Michalek. Goldie started her education in rural country schools.

After graduating from Plymouth High School in 1928, she attended Iowa State Teacher's College (now the University of Northern Iowa) and received a teaching certificate. She taught that fall in Union Township No. 5 in Worth County, then later at Union Township No.8, many times being the teacher and janitor, gathering firewood on the walk to school.

In 1943, she started teaching primary grades in Plymouth and was instrumental in starting the kindergarten program there. Goldie furthered her own education by attending Iowa State Teacher's College, Morningside, Iowa State University, and a business school in Chicago. She earned a B.A. in 1953 and M.A. degree in 1964, from Drake University in Des Moines. Goldie did post-graduate work at the University of Iowa, UNI, and Drake. Goldie was unique about receiving her credits because she was never a full-time student for a year at a time on any one campus. She always attended summer, Saturday, or evening classes.

In 1949, the superintendent of Mason City Schools personally requested her to join the teaching staff at McKinley Elementary School. She started her 27th year of teaching beginning in the first grade, and finished in the 1975-1976 school year as associate principal, as this was the last year for McKinley School. Goldie was also one of the first Head Start teachers.

Goldie served as a resource person for career education programs and mentored many student teachers. A big accomplishment was her determination to get McKinley's playground from dirt and mud to blacktop. In her retirement, she continued to substitute teach at many area schools until she was 74. Presenting an old time school class program to second graders at Garner, she went down the slide at age 90.

Goldie was named Iowa's Teacher of the year in 1973, and received a Delta Kappa Gamma Memorial Scholarship, a PTA national award, and is listed in Outstanding Elementary Teachers of America.

Although Goldie remained single until she was 71, she married Arthur Holden in 1981. Both being lifelong farmers, they enjoyed life with each other until Arthur's death in 1993.

Goldie belonged to many professional teacher organizations and was a life long member of the Trinity United Methodist Church in Plymouth, serving on the church board and the membership and scholarship committees. She was on the Bohemian Cemetery Board for many years. Goldie, being a very active church circle member, she served many a funeral or wedding reception, or bazaar, always staying until the last dish was washed and put away. During these times, she cared for her ailing father and mother, and did many a farm chore. In her later years, she attended Bethel United Methodist Church in Manly.

Left to cherish Goldie's life are Lorraine (Robert) Martin, of Manly, and their children, Theresa (Travis) Glidden, of Garner, Kristine (Marc) Whyle, of Muscatine, BJ (Vallie) Martin, of Klemme; Michael (Charlotte) Michalek, of Manly and their children Tyler Michalek, stationed in Germany, and Katie Michalek of Manly; Tony (Jan) Michalek of Minnetrista, Minn., and their children, Matt Michalek of Burnsville, Minn., Ryan (Lori) Michalek, of Polk City, Kristin (Zach) Kammemueller of Rochester, Minn., and Rachel Calliguri, of Minnetrista, Minn., Mary Overgaard (David Cook) of Portland, Ore., and their son, Nels (Val) Overgaard-Cook-Waducki of Chicago, Ill.; great-great nephews and nieces, Cody, Ty, Autumn, Tristin Glidden, Blazek and Aspen Whyle, Abigail Martin, and Aaron Michalek; stepchildren, Marilyn Manchester, Carolyn (Jim) Benjegerdes, Joann (Wes) Boyd, Eugene (Dianne) Holden and Lowell (Katy) Holden; stepgrandchildren, Wendy Kemberling, Bill Manchester, Lesley Thomas, Craig and Karl Benjegerdes, Alicia and Ryan Boyd, Jeannette Woessner, Stacy Stanskaski, Matt Holden, Anne Girton, and Molly Stakston; stepgreat-grandchildren, Merissa Kemberling, Talia Manchester, Allison, Charley and Olivia Thomas, Jessica Polous, San and Tim Benjegerdes, Sophia, Angela and Vivian Benjegerdes, Calvin and Joseph Woessner, Sam and Reed Stanslaski, Jack and Ava Girton, Holden and Andrew Stakston; stepgreat-great-grandchildren, Logan Benjegerdes and Brayden Polous; as well as many other extended family members and friends.

Goldie was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur Holden; her parents, Anton and Lena Michalek; brother and sister-in-law, Frank and JessieMaye Michalek, sister and brother-in-law, Claudia and Gunnar Overgaard; great-nephew Todd Michalek; stepdaughter and son-in-law, Marilyn and Frank Manchester; and step granddaughters, Valerie Benjegerdes and Jill Holden.
Goldie lived her life with great dignity following her strong faith in God. Thank you God, for giving us Goldie.

Bride Colonial Chapel, 641-454-2242.
www.colonialchapels.com.

Published in Globe Gazette on July 6, 2010

Dale Johnson

HAMPTON - Dale Johnson, 77, of Hampton, died Sunday (July 4, 2010) at his home in Hampton.

Funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the Hampton United Methodist Church in Hampton, with the Rev. Dr. Edward R. Peterson officiating. Burial will take place at the Hampton Cemetery in Hampton, Iowa.
Military services will be provided by the Hampton American Legion.

Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton.

Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home, 641-456-3232.
www.sietsemavogelfuneralhomes.com.

Published in Globe Gazette on July 6, 2010

Kathleen Kollman

OSAGE - Kathleen Ann (Klemesrud) Kollman, 76, of Osage, died Saturday (July 3, 2010) in the Alzheimer's Unit at the Manly Nursing and Rehab Center in Manly.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, July 8, 2010, at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Osage, with the Rev. Roy Ott, officiating. Burial will be at the Osage Cemetery.

Visitation is from 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesday at the Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home in Osage.

Kathleen was born on March 27, 1934, in Mitchell County, Iowa, to Kenneth and Nora (Maakestad) Klemesrud. She graduated from Osage High School in 1952. Kathleen worked briefly as a telephone operator in Osage. She married LaVern Kollman on March 20, 1954.

Kathleen enjoyed bowling, playing cards, and being with her family. After LaVern retired, they traveled around the United States and to Australia and New Zealand.

Kathleen is survived by her husband, LaVern Kollman, of Osage; daughter, Diane (David) Jennings of Osage; two grandsons, Ethan Jennings of Waterloo, and Eric Jennings of Eau Claire, Wis.; and one great-grandson, Isaiah Jennings of Waterloo.

She is also survived by two brothers, Gary (Linda) Klemesrud of Iowa Falls, and Richard (Terry) Klemesrud, of North Champlin, Minn.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and her two sisters, Marlys Klemesrud, and Elizabeth (Klemesrud) Wold Deninger.

Information available and condolences accepted at www.champion-bucheitfuneralhome.com.

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

Published in Globe Gazette on July 6, 2010

Agnes F. Lindsey

KANAWHA - Agnes F. Lindsey, 70, died Monday (July 5, 2010) at the Wright Medical Center in Clarion.

Agnes' family will greet friends from 5 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, July 7, 2010, at the Kanawha Fire Station, 104 S. Main St. in Kanawha.

A memorial service will take place at a later date in Agnes' hometown of Corry, Pa.

Ewing Funeral Home, 118 E. Second St., Kanawha, 641-762-3211.

Published in Globe Gazette on July 6, 2010

Joseph "Joe" Martykan

OSAGE - Joseph "Joe" Martykan, 92, of Osage, died Saturday (July 3, 2010) at Mitchell County Regional Health Center Hospice Unit in Osage.

According to Joseph's wishes, no public services are planned. Joseph has donated his body to the University of Iowa Anatomical Department with the hope that his gift will assist research.

Joseph "Joe" Frank Martykan was born on July 21, 1917, in Chicago, Ill., the son of Joseph and Mary (Kolar) Martykan. At age three, the family moved to Mitchell, Iowa. He graduated from Mitchell High School. He then went to Chicago where he worked at various jobs. Joseph served in the U.S. Army during World War II and spent much of his service time in Australia. He was discharged in 1945 with the rank of sergeant.

On Jan. 6, 1951, he married Opal "Cookie" Cook. They lived in St. Ansgar and later moved to Osage. Opal passed away on April 8, 2000. Joseph worked for the Iowa State Highway Department for 34 years, retiring in 1992 as a highway maintenance foreman. He entered the Faith Home in March of 2004.

Joseph is survived by his sister, Alice Wolff, of Charles City; two nephews, Russell (Linda) Wolff of Charles City, and Gerald (Vi) Jurasek of Mason City.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Opal; a sister, Frances Jurasek; two nephews, Larry Wolff, and Ronald Jurasek.

Information available and condolences accepted at www.champion-bucheitfuneralhome.com

Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home 641-732-3706.

Published in Globe Gazette on July 6, 2010

Lois M. Muth

CLEAR LAKE - Lois M. (Long) Muth, 99, of Clear Lake, died Sunday (July 4, 2010) at the Oakwood Care Center in Clear Lake.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 7, 2010, at the Major Erickson Funeral Home, 111 N. Pennsylvania Ave., with the Rev. Steve Hansen, of Wesley United Methodist Church, officiating.

Visitation will be one hour prior to the service.
Inurnment will be at 11 a.m. on Thursday, July 8, 2010, at the Memorial Park Cemetery.

Memorials may be directed to the Lois Muth Memorial Fund in care of the family.

Lois was born on Jan. 18, 1911, in Crookston, Minn., the daughter of Albert and Maud (Norman) Millard. She graduated High School in 1929 at Shelby. She married Harold Long on Nov. 19, 1930, at the Little Brown Church in Nashua. Harold died in 1966. Lois later married Edward Muth in Mason City. Edward died in 1990.

Lois enjoyed golfing, bowling, traveling, fishing in Minnesota, and playing 500 card games in the wintertime. She was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church. She was also a charter member for the Bath Township Women's Club.

Lois is survived by her daughter, Henrietta Muth and husband, Orville, of Clear Lake; three grandchildren: David Muth and wife Donna, Dale Muth and wife Mary, and Kathryn Cheney and husband Kevin; five great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two husbands; and many sisters and brothers.

Arrangements with Major Erickson Funeral Home & Crematory, 641-423-0924.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com.

Published in Globe Gazette on July 6, 2010

Ella Mae Peters

CHARLES CITY - Ella Mae Peters, 90, of Charles City, died Thursday (July 1, 2010) at her residence.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 8, 2010, at the Fullerton-Hage Funeral Home, 401 Blunt St., in Charles City, with Pastor Phil Corr officiating.

Burial will be at a later date in Sunnyside Memory Gardens in Charles City.
Visitation will begin one hour prior to the service.

Stories, thoughts and condolences may be shared with the family on the funeral home website at www.Fullertonfh.com.

For those desiring, memorials may be made to the family to be distributed later.

Fullerton-Hage Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 641- 228-4211.
www.fullertonfh.com.

Published in Globe Gazette from July 2 to July 6, 2010

Edith Maxine Ressler

BRISTOW - Edith Maxine (Wiegman) Ressler, 83, of Bristow, died Saturday (July 3, 2010) at Rehabilitation Center of Allison in Allison.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the St. James Lutheran Church in Allison, with the Rev. Jeffrey A. Blank officiating. Burial will take place in the Allison Cemetery.

Visitation will be held 4 to 7 p.m. today, Tuesday, at Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Allison.

Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home, 641-456-3232.
www.sietsemavogelfuneralhomes.com.

Published in Globe Gazette on July 6, 2010

Darrell M. Woodley

DOUGHERTY - Darrell M. Woodley, 87, of Dougherty, died Saturday (July 3, 2010) at the Rehabilitation Center of Hampton in Hampton.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton, with Pastor Janet Rieckhoff-Faris officiating. Burial will take place at the West Fork Cemetery in Rural Sheffield.

Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home, 641-456-3232.
www.sietsemavogelfuneralhomes.com.

Published in Globe Gazette on July 6, 2010

Posted on 6 July 2010

Paul D. Branstad

BUFFALO CENTER - Paul D. Branstad, 89, of Buffalo Center died Tuesday (July 6, 2010) at Timely Mission Care Center in Buffalo Center.

Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, July 9, at Bethany Lutheran Church in Thompson with Pastor Mark Decker officiating.

Visitation will be held from 1 p.m. on Friday, July 9, until time of services.

Burial will be at Rose Hill Cemetery in Thompson with graveside Military Rites by Thompson VFW Post 8408.
Paul DeVere Branstad was born in Newton Township, Winnebago County, on Jan. 5, 1921, the son of Philip A. G. and Lydia (Seikmeier) Branstad. He attended local schools and graduated from Thompson High School in 1939.
He entered the United States military in 1942. He served in the South Pacific in New Guinea, the Solomon Islands and the Philippines. He joined the reserves and was called back into service during the Korean conflict.

Following his discharge from the military, Paul returned to North Iowa. His deep interest in machinery found him working in local machinery shops. He was very interested in activities at Heritage Park in Forest City and at Forming of Yesteryear near Kiester, Minn. He loved spending time with his family and found great joy being around small children.

He resided on the family farm until entering the Timely Mission Nursing Home in Buffalo Center in October 2003.

Paul is survived by brothers, Cliff (Grace) Branstad of Thompson, Donald (Verneil) Branstad of Minneapolis, Minn., and Glenn Branstad of Bensonville, Ill. Also surviving are nephews and nieces and a host of friends and relatives.

He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Doris Lehman, Lorriane Branstad and Julie Burnham.

Petersen Lund Funeral Home, 505 N. Clark in Forest City, 641-585-2685. www.petersenlundfh.com

Published in Globe Gazette from July 7 to July 8, 2010

Dean Edward Fredrickson

CARROLL -Dean Edward Fredrickson, 82, of Carroll passed away Tuesday (June 29, 2010) at Black Hawk Life Care Center in Lake View.

Born on Dec. 23, 1927, at Forest City, he was the son of Eddie and Alice (Anderson) Fredrickson. He grew up in Forest City and graduated from High School in 1946. He then enlisted in the Navy and served two years. He attended Waldorf College in Forest City and graduated in 1950.

He was married to Anne Larson on June 20, 1952, at the Little Brown Church in the Vale in Nashua. Dean worked for Standard Oil in the accounting office living in Mason City, Des Moines, Kansas City and Carroll.

He retired after 26 years of service and went to work for McDonald Associates of Omaha. He retired in October 2003 due to poor health.
 
Dean was a loving father and grandfather and was very proud of his family. He was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church. He was a sports fan, loved to golf, and loved spending time with his three grandchildren.

Surviving are a daughter, Lisa Brinker, of Lake View; three grandchildren, Stacy Brinker of Westminster, Colo., Melanie Brinker of Denver, Colo., and Gregory Brinker of Carroll; a daughter-in-law, Debbie Fredrickson, of Alburgh, Vt.; a sister, Arlys Swingen, of Forest City; a sister-in-law, Mary Franzen, of Titonka; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Anne, in 2001; a son, Timothy, on Feb. 17, 2010; a brother, Marvin Fredrickson; a brother-in-law, Russell Swingen; his mother and father-in-law, Dr. Leonard and Margaret Larson; and a nephew, Dennis Swingen.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. today at St. John Lutheran Church in Carroll with the Rev. David Bergstrom,officiating.

Visitation was held after 5 p.m. on Tuesday, July 6, at the Dahn and Woodhouse Funeral Home in Carroll.

Burial of cremated remains for Mr. Fredrickson and his wife, Anne Fredrickson will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, July 8, at the Oakland Municipal Cemetery in Forest City.

Dahn and Woodhouse Funeral Home, 712-792-3561.

Published in Globe Gazette on July 7, 2010

Merle G. Frohling

MESERVEY - Merle G. Frohling, 75, of Meservey died Tuesday (July 6, 2010) at the Rehabilitation Center of Belmond.

Arrangements are incomplete at Dugger Funeral Home, 111 Luick's Lane S. in Belmond.

Dugger Funeral Home, 641-444-3248.

Published in Globe Gazette on July 7, 2010

Duaine Henry Greenfield

Duaine Henry Greenfield, 80, formerly of 190 Main St., Dubuque, died peacefully Sunday (July 4, 2010) at Luther Manor.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 8, at Rockdale United Methodist Church with the Rev. Jennifer Meyer officiating. Burial will be in Linwood Cemetery with military rites accorded by the American Legion Post No. 6 of Dubuque.

Friends may call from 3 to 7 p.m. today at Siegert-Casper Colonial Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 390 N. Grandview Ave., Dubuque.

Duaine was born Dec. 8, 1929, in rural Rudd, son of Henry and Lena (Eden) Greenfield. He graduated from West High in Waterloo in 1947. On Oct. 28, 1983, he married Jane (Redfearn) Timmerman in Hudson.

Duaine was an electrician's mate in the Navy during the Korean conflict and remained in the Navy Reserves until 1960 when he received an honorable discharge.

He began his working career as a glazier working for Standard Glass in Waterloo. Later he worked for The Nurrie Companies managing their glazing operations in Memphis, Tenn., Kansas City, Kan., and Dubuque. He later purchased the company today known as Dubuque Glass Co. Duaine also owned and operated Dubuque Builders Exchange.

Duaine was always very active in his community. He was a member of Rockdale United Methodist Church, the American Legion, Kiwanis Club, Dubuque Home Builders Association, Dubuque Shooting Society 990 Club, Dubuque Yacht Club, Mid-Town Mariners, Dubuque Golf & Country Club, Dubuque Chamber of Commerce and Dubuque Main Street Association. He also served on the City of Dubuque Historic Preservation Commission.

Duaine worked diligently along with the City and Main Street Association, to revitalize the Lower Main District. He renovated several properties in this district. In 1996, he received an award from the Dubuque County Historical Society for renovations to the building at 198 Main Street. The renovation of 190 Main St. received awards from Dubuque Main Street, Main Street Iowa Program and Iowa Historic Preservation Alliance.

In 2000, Duaine and his wife Jane retired to a small retirement community in Arkansas. They enjoyed nine years in Horseshoe Bend where Duaine was very active with the community. They returned home to Dubuque in June 2009.
Duaine enjoyed golfing, boating, playing euchre, and pool, having coffee with "The Knights of the Round Table" at the Julien Hotel each morning and being with family and friends. For many years, he was Santa Claus for the Mid-Town Marina's Children's' Christmas party. Duaine never met a stranger.

Surviving are his wife, Jane, of Dubuque; three daughters, Kathe (Neal) Rusher of Juniata, Neb.; Suzanne (Steve) Butt of Dubuque and Joan (Tony) Reidsma, of Holland, Mich.; one son, Timothy (Lynn) Greenfield of Dubuque; two step-daughters, Julie (Patric) Hahn of Indianapolis, Ind., and Gina (Kevin) Jaeger of Dubuque; 15 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; one sister, Careldena "Toddy" Shanks, of Rudd; and a brother-in-law, Loren Quarn, of Osage; a nephew, Larry (Connie) Shanks of Spring Branch, Texas; and two nieces, Virginia "Ginger" (John) Holmes, of Spirit Lake, and Patricia (Dave) Ehresman, of Arden Hills, Minn.

He was preceded in death by his parents; an infant son, David; a sister Ruberta (Greenfield) Quarn and a brother-in-law, Roger Shanks.

Memorials may be sent to Alzheimer's Association or Hospice of Dubuque.

A celebration of Duaine's life will be held at a later date at Horseshoe Bend United Methodist Church in Horseshoe Bend, Ark.

The family wishes to thank the staff of Luther Manor and Hospice of Dubuque for their loving care of Duaine.

Published in Globe Gazette on July 7, 2010

Bernadine T. Harbacheck

BRITT - Bernadine T. Harbacheck, 91, of Britt died peacefully on Wednesday (June 9, 2010) at Westview Care Center in Britt.

A memorial celebration of her life will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, July 8, at Westview Care Center in Britt. There will be no visitation.

Her body was donated to the University of Iowa College of Medicine.
Arrangements are with Cataldo Funeral Home in Britt.

Cataldo Funeral Home, 641-843-3811. www.cataldofuneralhome.com

Published in Globe Gazette on July 7, 2010

June I. Hauptman

EMMETSBURG - June I. Hauptman, 89, formerly of Emmetsburg and Bancroft, died Monday (July 5, 2010) at Ruthven Community Care Center.

A funeral Mass will be held 10:30 a.m. Friday, July 9, at St. Cecelia Catholic Church, Algona, with Father Edward M. Girres and the Rev. Mr. Bill Black officiating. Burial will be in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Wesley.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the Oakcrest Funeral Services of Algona with a rosary beginning at 4:30 p.m. and a Scripture prayer service beginning at 7 p.m.

Online condolences may be made to www.oakcrestfuneralservices.com.
Oakcrest Funeral Services of Algona, 515-295-3731.

Published in Globe Gazette from July 6 to July 7, 2010

Eileen Jewell

SHEFFIELD - Eileen Jewell, 78, died Monday (July 5, 2010) at the Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit in Mason City.

Arrangements are incomplete at Retz Funeral Home, Sheffield.
Retz Funeral Home, 641-892-4241.

Published in Globe Gazette on July 7, 2010

Dale Robert Wilhite

MASON CITY - Dale Robert Wilhite, 82, of Mason City died Tuesday (March 23, 2010) at Good Shepherd Health Center in Mason City. According to his wishes, cremation has taken place.

A graveside inurnment service for Dale, with military graveside honors conducted by members of the Mason City Veterans Memorial Association, will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 10, at Elmwood-St. Joseph Cemetery Columbarium in Mason City with the Rev. Jeni Bohls of St. James Lutheran Church in Mason City officiating.

Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 126-Third St. N.E., Mason City, is in charge of the arrangements.

Dale Robert Wilhite was born on May 3, 1927, in Rockwell, the son of Burdette and Norva (Lumsden) Wilhite. He attended Mason City Community Schools before being inducted into the Navy and served as an underwater demolition explosives expert during World War II. After his honorable discharge, Dale came back to Mason City and completed his schooling, graduating from Mason City High School.

He was united in marriage to Shirley Milbrath in Mason City. Shirley preceded Dale in death on May 23, 1998. Dale was a salesman for Carroll Sales in Mason City and for several years he worked for Alexander Manufacturing in Mason City until his retirement.

Dale enjoyed racing cars, especially sports cars, and having his private pilot's license flying his own airplane.

Those left to cherish his memory are his nephews and nieces, Jim (Helen) Wilhite of Boone, David (Susan) Wilhite of Globe, Ariz., Jane (Randy) Bitker of Clear Lake, Wendy Wilhite of Windsor Heights, and Debra Judge of Des Moines.

Dale is also survived by many great-nieces and nephews as well as other extended family members and friends.

Dale was preceded in death by his parents, Burdette and Norva Wilhite; his wife, Shirley; and two brothers.

Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 641-423-2372. www.colonialchapels.com

Published in Globe Gazette on July 7, 2010

Posted on 7 July 2010

Brad Abbas

Brad Abbas, 48, died April 16, 2010, in Citrus Heights, Calif., formerly of Hampton, after a short battle with non-smokers lung cancer. Brad was born on March 4, 1962, and was a native of Hampton who moved to California in 1985 after he graduated from Iowa State University.

He was a kind and generous man with a brilliant sense of humor. He was the consummate host of many gatherings and was always looking for ways he could help others. He worked in the restaurant and retail businesses for many years, but ultimately ended up working as an aide at Twin Lakes Elementary School where his children once attended.

Brad was preceded in death by his father, Edwin "Bud" Abbas.

He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Sherri Gronner Abbas; his two children, Lyra and James Abbas; his mother, Dorothy (Pandil) Abbas, of Hampton; his sister, Sherry Swieter and her husband, Wes, of Ackley; his sister, Shelly Craighton and her husband, Les, and their sons, Nolan and Clay, of Hampton; his special aunt, Alethea Imerman, of Hampton; his mother-in-law, Donna Gronner, of Orangevale, Calif.; his father-in-law and his wife, Frank and Sue Gronner, of Cedarville, Ill.; and his sister-in-law, Cathy Grayson and her husband Scott and their children, Katie and Mike of Franklin, Wis.; plus many other uncles, aunts and cousins.

A celebration of life for Brad will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, July 10, at First Congregational United Church of Christ, 22 First Ave. S.W., Hampton.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be directed to them.

Published in Globe Gazette on July 8, 2010

Kenneth Asche

WINNEBAGO, Minn. -Kenneth Asche, 49, of Winnebago, Minn., died Tuesday (July 6, 2010) at Mapleton Community Center in Mapleton, Minn.

Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. Saturday July 10, at First Presbyterian Church in Lakota with Pastor Donna Stevens officiating. Burial will follow at Maple Hill Cemetery in Lakota.

Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, July 9, at Winter Funeral Home, 105 S. Grove St. in Blue Earth, Minn., and one hour before the service at the church.

Online condolences and personal e-mails may be left at www.winterfuneralhome.com.

Winter Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 507-526-2216. www.winterfuneralhome.com

Published in Globe Gazette on July 8, 2010

Virginia Brinkman

CHARLES CITY -Virginia Brinkman, 85, of Charles City died Wednesday (July 7, 2010) at her home.

Funeral services will be held 1:30 p.m. Saturday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Charles City, with Pastor David Werges officiating. Burial will be 3:45 p.m. Saturday in Rose Hill Cemetery at Greene.

Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday at the Hauser Funeral Home, 1205 S. Main in Charles City, and one hour prior to services at the church.

The Hauser Funeral Home, 641-228-2323, www.hauserfh.com

Published in Globe Gazette on July 8, 2010

Martha Jane Beebe Harnack

Holding her husband's hand and surrounded by family, Martha Jane Beebe Harnack died in the Bloomington Hospital on Saturday (July 3, 2010) - just nine days shy of her 86th birthday.

Born in South Bend, Ind., on July 12, 1924, to James Hugh Beebe and Charlotte Evadne Scott Beebe, Martha became a talented pianist and organist. She, as keyboardist, teamed with her husband, as conductor, to lead church and community choruses in Cedar Falls, Iowa; Zion, Ill.; Boulder, Colo.; and Palatine, Ill.

She worked at several universities and churches as secretary and office manager. She cared deeply about people suffering poverty, illness, loss of loved ones or discrimination.

She was a member of the Caring Ministries program of the First United Methodist Church of Bloomington. Dozens of people owe their spiritual healing and renewal to her compassionate touch, words and actions. And, of course, she was a most loving mother of two wonderful sons.

Martha is survived by her husband of 62 years, Victor Harnack; two sons, Douglas Harnack of Marietta, Ga., and Harold (Hal) Harnack and his wife, Gaylee, of Cary, Ill.; two granddaughters, Alexandra Harnack and Lindsey Harnack, both of Marietta, Ga.; two sisters, Rowena Hoover of Pella, Iowa, and Florence Anderson of Tyler, Texas; and one brother, John Beebe, of Hiawasee, Ga.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her nephew, Paul Hoover; and her niece, Carolyn Hoover.

A memorial service will be held 10:30 a.m. on Monday, July 12, in the sanctuary of the First United Methodist Church, Bloomington, Ind. The service will be followed by a reception in the Gathering Place.

The family requests no gifts or flowers. Those wishing to make contributions in Martha's name may select any charity. We would be pleased if you chose to contribute to the "Joy and Bob Harnack Memorial Music Award" at the University of Illinois at Chicago. If that is your choice, make the check out to the UIC Foundation. The check and covering letter should be mailed to: James Feeney, Director of Development, University of Illinois at Chicago, 1309 S. Halsted St., Suite 231, Chicago, IL 60607-5003. The letter should indicate the award intended and that it is in Martha's name.

Allen Funeral Home is handling arrangements. Condolences may be sent to www.allenfuneralhome.org.

Published in Globe Gazette on July 8, 2010

Carol S. Lievrouw

ARLINGTON, Texas - Carol S. Lievrouw, 76, passed away on Tuesday (July 6, 2010).

Funeral will be held 12:30 p.m. Friday, July 9, at the Moore Funeral Home, 1219 N. David Drive, Arlington, Texas.

Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. today at the Moore Funeral Home.

Carol was born on July 17, 1933, in Belmond to Alva and Celia Sibert.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Walter Lievrouw; and daughter, Stephanie Shay Cartwright.

Left to cherish her memory are daughter, Melinda Robertson and husband, Hadley; son, Dan Lievrouw and wife, Cindy; brothers, Arlon Sibert and wife, Suzan, of Las Vegas, Nev., and Dennis Sibert and wife, Sharon, of Des Moines; four grandchildren, Amy, Ricky, Crystal and Beth; five great-grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews.

We were blessed with Carol's strength, courage, sense of humor, grace and dignity in life and in death.

Miller Funeral Home, 817-804-2401.

Published in Globe Gazette on July 8, 2010

Donald E. Miller

ALTA VISTA - Donald E. Miller, 79, of Alta Vista died Monday (July 5, 2010) at Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa in Mason City.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, July 9, at Zion Lutheran Church in Alta Vista with the Rev. Kevin Frey officiating. Burial will be in Union Cemetery at Alta Vista.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. today at the Conway-Kolbet Funeral Home in Elma. Visitation will continue one hour prior to the service on Friday at the church.

Family and friends may leave condolences for
Donald's family at
www.conway-kolbetfuneralhome.com.

Published in Globe Gazette on July 8, 2010

Ardis E. Rockwood

LUVERNE - Ardis E. Rockwood, 88, of LuVerne died Tuesday (July 6, 2010) at the Algona Manor Care Center.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, July 9, at Oakcrest Funeral Services in LuVerne with the Rev. Cindy Morrison officiating. Burial will be in the LuVerne Cemetery.

Visitation will be held one hour prior to services on Friday at the Oakcrest Funeral Services in LuVerne.
 
Oakcrest Funeral Services of LuVerne, 515-882-3322. www.oakcrestfuneralservices.com

Published in Globe Gazette on July 8, 2010

Posted on 8 July 2010

Richard E. "Dick" Avise

ROCKWELL - Richard E. "Dick" Avise, 82, of Rockwell, died Wednesday, July 7, 2010 at Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa in Mason City.

A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, July 12, 2010, at St. Peter Lutheran Church, 502 Second St. S. in Rockwell, with the Rev. Joel Dahlen officiating.

Burial with military honors will be 1 p.m. in Memorial Park Cemetery in Mason City.

A visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. on Sunday, July 11 at the church.
Thoughts, stories and condolences may be e-mailed to the family on the www.fullertonfh.com website.

For those desiring, memorial contributions may be made to the N.A.R.F.E Chapter 170, the Alzheimer's Association , the American Diabetes Association or to St. Peter Lutheran Church.

Fullerton Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 120 S. Third St. S. Rockwell. 641-423-8676. www.Fullertonfh.com

Published in Globe Gazette from July 8 to July 9, 2010

Ruth Bork

CHARLES CITY - Ruth Bork, 95, of Charles City, died Thursday (July 8, 2010) at Cedar Health in Charles City.

Funeral arrangements are incomplete at the Hauser Funeral Home, 1205 S. Main in Charles City.

Hauser Funeral Home, 641-228-2323. www.hauserfh.com

Published in Globe Gazette on July 9, 2010

Viola E. Bredlow

GARNER - Viola E. Bredlow, 94, of Garner died Wednesday (July 7, 2010) at the Concord Care Center in Garner.

Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. Monday at the United Methodist Church in Garner, with the Rev. Tim Rieckhoff-Faris officiating. Burial will be in Concord Township Cemetery.

Visitation will be held one hour prior to services on Monday at the church.
Memorials may be given to the Garner United Methodist Church Sunday School.

Viola Elnora Bredlow, the daughter of William and Laura Koehler, was born Aug. 8, 1915, on a farm west of Meservey. She was the youngest of seven children.
 
Viola attended school at Meservey graduating from Meservey High School as class valedictorian. She received her teaching certificate from William Penn College and taught for several years in the rural schools of Wright and Hancock counties.

On Sept. 21, 1940, she was married to Marvin Bredlow at the Corwith United Methodist Church. They lived in Garner where they raised their children, Diane, Alan and Audre.

Viola also did some substitute teaching in the Garner Community School system. She enjoyed reading, crocheting, knitting, quilting, crossword puzzles, playing cards and Yahtzee.

She was a member of the United Methodist Church in Garner and UMW.
Viola is survived by her three children, Diane Stimes, of Belvidere, Ill., Alan (Barbara) Bredlow, of Garner and Audre (James) Tagtmeyer of Phoenix, Ariz.; seven grandchildren, Joseph (Sarah) Stimes, Thomas (Beth) Stimes, William (Heather) Stimes, Derek Bredlow (special friend, Michelle Miller), Jeni (Shaun) Hackman, Bret (Jennifer) Bredlow and Robert Tagtmeyer; and 11 great-grandchildren, Corisan and Nicholas Stimes, Grant and Jacob Stimes, Kelsey, Jalen and Benjamin Stimes, Jack and Kaine Hackman and Hailey and Hayden Bredlow.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Marvin, June 7, 1989; her parents; a son-in-law, David Stimes; two sisters, Mildred Hammond and Edna Lauen; and brothers, Herbert, Walter, Raymond and Gilbert Koehler.

Cataldo Funeral Home, 641-923-2841. www.cataldofuneralhome.com

Published in Globe Gazette from July 8 to July 9, 2010

Rev. Milton A. Eklund

HAMPTON - Funeral services for the Rev. Milton A. Eklund, 91, of Hampton, will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 13, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Hampton. Burial will take place in the St. John's Lutheran Church Cemetery in rural Hampton.

Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Monday, July 12, at Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton.

The Rev. Milton A. Eklund, 91, of Hampton, passed away July 7, 2010, at the Franklin General Hospital Nursing Facility in Hampton. He was born on Dec. 5, 1918, in Warren, Pa., to the Rev. Axel and Frida (Blomquist) Eklund. Milton graduated from High School in DeKalb, Ill. He received a bachelor's degree from Gustavus Adolphus College and later graduated from Central Theological Seminary.

Milton was married to Nanette Timmer and later to Shirlee Holm. He served his country in the Air Force during WWII.
 
Milton was a Lutheran minister for over 55 years. He was a pastor of St. John's Lutheran Church in rural Hampton and was also a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Hampton.

Milton served on the board for Hospice of North Iowa and was an active member of the community including the Lions Club and the American Legion.
He enjoyed golfing, fishing, writing poetry, listening to classical music and most of all spending time with his family and friends.

Milton is survived by his daughter, Timmerly Eklund, of Washburn, Ill.; son Andrew Eklund, of Toledo, Ohio; daughter Sally (Steve) Sawin, of Glenn Heights, Texas; daughter Frida (John) Maiers, of Bloomington, Minn.; grandchildren, Andrea, Brett, Seth, Joshua, Emily, Samuel, Seth, Stephan, Sarah, Salome, Caitlin, Carl and John, along with seven great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Shirlee; brothers, Roland and Paul; sister, Margaret; and daughter, Catherine Burchell.

Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home, 641-456-3232. www.sietsemavogelfuneralhomes.com

Published in Globe Gazette on July 9, 2010

 Gerald Lynn Fredericks

OSAGE - Gerald Lynn Fredericks, 83, of Osage, died Wednesday (July 7, 2010) at the Faith Lutheran Home in Osage.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 10, 2010, at the First United Methodist Church in Osage, with the Rev. Anna Blaedel officiating. Burial will be in the Osage Cemetery.

Visitation is from 5 to 8 p.m. today, Friday, at the Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home in Osage.

Gerald was born Feb. 6, 1927, to Albert John and Nellie Edith (Sherer) Fredericks, in Geneva. He graduated from Geneva High School in 1945.

On June 12, 1949, he married Donna M. Stackhouse at The Church of Christ in Hampton. Gerald worked as carpenter after his graduation from high school and became a farmer in Hansell on March 1, 1950. In 1969, they moved to a farm west of Osage.

Gerald took great pride in having a well-kept farmstead. He instilled in his children any job or undertaking of projects be done as if it were their own.
Gerald was an avid sports fan. He played basketball, softball and was a baseball pitcher and first baseman. Gerald taught every child how to throw a baseball and softball. He coached a Farm Team, Little League, and Babe Ruth teams.

Gerald was a devoted fan of the St. Louis Cardinals. He loved watching his boys wrestle and followed his children's activities faithfully.
Gerald enjoyed playing saxophone and was a great dancer. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Osage, where he served on various committees.

Gerald is survived by his wife, Donna, of Osage; his children, Wayne (Ruth) Fredericks of Osage, Alan (Rose) Fredericks, of Northwood, Bill (Julie) Fredericks of Thornton, Colo., Sandy (Randy) Adams, of Osage, Ivan (Robin) Fredericks of Northwood, and Dee Ann Fredericks (Paul Leinen) of Des Moines; 10 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his son, Jeffery Jay in 1984; and a brother, Donald.

Information available and condolences accepted at www.champion-bucheitfuneralhome.com

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

Published in Globe Gazette on July 9, 2010

Marlin Hopkey

ALEXANDER - Marlin Hopkey, 63, of Alexander, died Wednesday (July 7, 2010) at the Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa in Mason City.

Funeral arrangements are incomplete at the Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton.

Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Homes, 641-456-3232. www.sietsemavogelfuneralhomes.com

Published in Globe Gazette on July 9, 2010

Ronald W. Klimesh

CHARLES CITY -Ronald W. Klimesh, 68, of Charles City, died Wednesday (July 7, 2010) in his home, after a 12-year battle with cancer.

Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 13, at Saint John Evangelical Lutheran Church in Charles City, with Pastor David Werges officiating. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery, Charles City.

Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday at the Hauser Funeral Home, 1205 S. Main in Charles City. Visitation will continue one hour prior to services on Tuesday at the church.

The Hauser Funeral Home, 641-228-2323, www.hauserfh.com.

Published in Globe Gazette on July 9, 2010

Elias Lozano

MASON CITY - Elias Lozano, 74, of 1428 N. Adams Ave., Mason City, died Thursday (July 8, 2010) at the Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit.

Arrangements are incomplete at Fullerton Funeral Home, 123 Second St. S.E. Mason City.

Fullerton Funeral Home, 641-423-8676. www.Fullertonfh.com

Published in Globe Gazette on July 9, 2010

Helen E. Mallett

CLARION - Helen E. (Snyder) Deimerly Mallett, 87, of Eagle Grove, died Monday (July 5, 2010) at the Trinity Regional Medical Center in Fort Dodge.

A graveside service will be held 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, July 13, 2010 at St. John's Catholic Cemetery in Clarion with Father Nils Hernandez officiating.

Ewing Funeral Home in Clarion is assisting the family with arrangements.

Ewing Funeral Home, 602 N. Main St. Clarion, 515-532-2233.

Published in Globe Gazette on July 9, 2010

Virginia J. Olsen

BRITT - Virginia J. Olsen, 83, of Britt, passed away Tuesday (July 6, 2010) at Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa in Mason City.

Funeral services for Virginia Olsen will be held 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 10, 2010, at the Britt Zion Church of the Nazarene, 195 Second St. S.W., with Pastor John Paulus officiating. Burial will be at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, July 12, 2010, at the Columbus City Cemetery in Columbus City, Iowa.

Visitation for Virginia Olsen will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. today, Friday, July 9, 2010, at the Ewing Funeral Chapel, 178 Center St. W. in Britt, and will continue one hour prior to services at the church.

Virginia Joyce (Henderson) Olsen, the daughter of J.C. Henderson and Hazel (Hurst) Henderson was born Sept. 25, 1926, in Roswell, S.D., at home on the farm. She attended school in Ogden, Iowa, and graduated from Ogden High School.
 
She continued her education at Central College in McPherson, Kan., for two years and Greenville College in Greenville, Ill., graduating with a BA degree in teaching and a minor in art.

She taught school for many years before marrying Kenneth R. Cutkomp on Aug. 8, 1959. They settled on a farm south of Columbus Junction, Iowa. Virginia and Ken had three children, Anette Louise, Heidi Lynn and Timothy Ken. Ken passed away in 1968.

In January of 1971 a mutual pastor friend introduced Virginia to Myrlen L. Olsen.

On July 17, 1971, they were united in marriage in Ogden, Iowa. Virginia and Myrlen settled on Myrlen's farm north of Britt. Virginia helped Myrlen on the dairy farm for many years until they retired from dairy farming in 1986.
Virginia accepted Christ at age seven and was active in the Britt Church of the Nazarene. She went on three Work and Witness mission trips with Myrlen. They traveled to Brazil, Kenya and New York City. She was also a member of the Gideon Ladies Auxiliary.

Virginia enjoyed crafts, drawing and painting in her spare time. She loved her family and loved being able to spend time with them and talk to them on the phone.

Virginia is survived by her husband, Myrlen, of Britt; daughter, Anette, of Maxwell; son, Tim, of West Des Moines; nine grandchildren, Tod, Heather, Jeremy, Kate, Tiffany, Kenny, Samantha, Zachary and Michael; eight great-grandchildren, Cole, Seth, Krista, Kayla, Charity, Jonah, Jabin and Carter; a brother Bob, of Asheville, N.C.; sister, Jeanette Larrew, of Spokane, Wash.; brothers-in-law, Daryl, Erval and Bernie Olsen.

She is preceded in death by her parents, brothers George and Donald; sisters, Geneva, Doris and Lillian; her husband Kenneth; and daughter Heidi Lynn; stepdaughter Marlene; and stepson Rodney.

Memorials will go to the Church of the Nazarene Parsonage Fund.
Ewing Funeral Chapel, 641-843-3839.

Published in Globe Gazette from July 8 to July 9, 2010

Maxine Watkins

CHARLES CITY -Maxine Watkins, 69, of Charles City, died Thursday (July 8, 2010) at her home.

Visitation will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, July 10 at the Hauser Funeral Home, 1205 S. Main in Charles City.

Inurnment will be at a later date.

The Hauser Funeral Home, 641-228-2323, www.hauserfh.com.

Published in Globe Gazette on July 9, 2010

Posted on 9 July 2010

Dolores I. "Dee" Arey

NORA SPRINGS -Dolores I. "Dee" Arey, 76, of 710 First S. S.W., Nora Springs, died Thursday (July 8, 2010) at the Nora Springs Care Center.

Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Monday, July 12, at the Christian Church, 102 N. Hawkeye, Nora Springs, with Pastor Don Muessigmann officiating. Interment will be in Park Cemetery, Nora Springs.

Visitation will be from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Sunday at Sheckler Colonial Chapel, 114 N. Hawkeye, Nora Springs, and then one hour before the service on Monday at the church.

Family suggests memorials to Dolores "Dee" Arey Memorial Fund.

Sheckler Colonial Chapel, 641-749-2210. www.colonialchapels.com

Published in Globe Gazette on July 10, 2010

Richard E. "Dick" Avise

ROCKWELL - Richard E. "Dick" Avise, 82, of Rockwell died Wednesday (July 7, 2010) at Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa in Mason City.

A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, July 12, at St. Peter Lutheran Church, 502 Second St. S. in Rockwell, with the Rev. Joel Dahlen officiating. Burial with military honors will be 1 p.m. in Memorial Park Cemetery in Mason City.

A visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday, July 11, at the church.

Thoughts, stories and condolences may be e-mailed to the family on the www.fullertonfh.com website.

For those desiring, memorial contributions may be made to the N.A.R.F.E Chapter 170, the Alzheimer's Association , the American Diabetes Association or to St. Peter Lutheran Church.

Dick was born on Sept. 22, 1927, in Mason City, the son of Cecil Hedges and Alma Leone (Thompson) Avise. He grew up in Rockwell, graduating from the Rockwell High School in 1946. He was inducted into the Navy in June 1946 and served his country for two years.

Dick was united in marriage to Dolores Suby on April 9, 1950, in Mason City. The couple made their home in Mason City for 10 years before moving to Rockwell. He was a farmer, and also worked for the U.S. Postal Service for 37 years, eventually becoming the Rockwell Postmaster. He retired from the U.S.P.S. in 1983 and retired from farming in 1998.

Dick was active in many organizations in his hometown, earning the title of "Mr. Rockwell." He was a member of St. Peter Lutheran Church and served as chairman of the church board for a time. He was active in Lion's Club, American Legion, VFW and was a volunteer for the fire department. He also served as secretary and president of the board of the Chamber of Commerce, of which he was a 25-year member, chairman of the Rockwell Nursing Home Board, a board member of the Farmer's Co-op Gas and Oil, a board member of the Rockwell Telephone Office, managed Century Home Apartments, was chairman of the Civil Service Commission of Cerro Gordo, and was the chairman of the N.A.R.F.E Chapter 170 Alzheimer's Association .
In his free time he raised sweet corn for the Rockwell Chicken Barbeque and collected John Deere memorabilia. He was also an avid Hawkeye and Twins fan. Dick always managed to stay busy.

He was preceded in death by his parents; step-brother, Richard P. Smith; and twin brothers, Arthur and Arnold in infancy.

Those left to honor his memory include his wife, Dolores; children, Jacalyn (Bill) Burkes of Bixby, Okla., Jerald (Lori) Avise of Rockwell and Janette (Mike) Caspersen of Rockwell; grandchildren, Mick Lowe, Mark (Staci) Lowe, Chris (Katie) Avise, Michelle Lowe, Kristin (Jordan) Schwarck and Katie (Andy) Bills; 10 great-grandchildren; brothers, Donald L. (friend Barb) Avise, of Newton, Dale (Darlene) Avise, of Grants Pass, Ore., and James (Deb) Avise of Marshalltown; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Fullerton Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 120 Third St. S., Rockwell, 641-423-8676. www.Fullertonfh.com

Published in Globe Gazette from July 8 to July 10, 2010

Ruth Bork

CHARLES CITY - Ruth Bork, 95, of Charles City died Thursday (July 8, 2010) at Cedar Health in Charles City.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Hauser Funeral Home, 1205 S. Main in Charles City, with Pastor David Werges of St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church officiating. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery, Charles City.

Visitation will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday at the Hauser Funeral Home and from 9:30 a.m. until time of services on Monday.

Memorials may be directed to the family.

The Hauser Funeral Home, 641-228-2323, www.hauserfh.com

Published in Globe Gazette from July 9 to July 10, 2010

Marlin G. Hopkey

ALEXANDER - Marlin G. Hopkey, 63, of Alexander died Wednesday (July 7, 2010) at Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa in Mason City.

Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. Monday, at St. John's Lutheran Church, rural Hampton with Pastor David Bernhardt and Pastor Charlotte officiating. Burial will be held at the St. John's Lutheran Church Cemetery in rural Hampton.

Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton.

In lieu of flowers memorial may be made to the family.

Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Homes, 641-456-3232. www.sietsemavogelfuneralhomes.com

Published in Globe Gazette from July 9 to July 10, 2010

Richard Howard

LAKOTA - Richard Howard, 72, of Lakota died Friday (July 9, 2010) at Fairmont Medical Center in Fairmont, Minn.

Arrangements are incomplete at the Winter Funeral Home, 105 S. Grove St. in Blue Earth, Minn.

Online condolences and personal e-mails may be left at www.winterfuneralhome.com.

Winter Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 507-526-2216. www.winterfuneralhome.com

Published in Globe Gazette on July 10, 2010

Edwin F. "Ed" Huebsch

OSAGE - Ed Huebsch, age 95, of Osage died Thursday (July 8, 2010) at the Mitchell County Regional Health Center in Osage.

A memorial Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 13, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Osage with the Rev. John Moser officiating. Inurnment will be at Sacred Heart Cemetery. After services, there will be a time for lunch and to greet the family at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Osage.

Information available and condolences accepted at www.champion-bucheitfuneralhome.com.

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

Published in Globe Gazette on July 10, 2010

Mildred J. Johnston

WATERLOO - Mildred J. Johnston, 89, of Waterloo died Friday (July 9, 2010) at Lakeview Landing.

Mildred Jeanette Johnston was born April 9, 1921, in Forest City, the daughter of John F. "Jack" and Alice Severson Johnston.

Mildred graduated from Forest City High School and attended Waldorf College in Forest City, the University of Colorado, and University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, where she received a BA degree in elementary education in 1954, plus extensive graduate work.

She was a teacher of elementary education for 42 years in Havelock, Thompson, Clarion, and for 36 years in Waterloo at Whittier School and later in West Intermediate School, retiring in 1983.

Mildred was a life member of the Iowa Congress of P.T.A.; a life member of I.S.E.A.; past president of Waterloo Business and Professional Woman's Club; secretary and memorial chairman of the Waterloo Woman's Club; Foundation Chair, Publicity and Historian Co-Chairs of Sons of Norway; Secretary of Friendship Village Auxiliary; Secretary, Chapter FE, P.E.O.; and Pi Lambda Theta.

She was a longtime member of First United Methodist Church where she served as secretary and Mission Coordinator of Social Action of UMW. She was also a member of Church Women United.

Mildred enjoyed being with her family and planning events, traveling, sporting events, gardening, fishing and keeping active.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. F. "Jack" Johnston, of Forest City; brothers, Robert of Forest City, Maynard "Chip" of Belmond, and Virgil of Osage; and longtime friend, Donna Shreve.

She is survived by two sisters: Mrs. Alpha Sandage and husband Duane, of Ames; Mrs. Sylvia Kleen and husband James, of North Mankato, Minn.; three sisters-in-law: Florence Johnston, of Forest City, Shirley Johnston, of Belmond, Antoinette Johnston, of Osage; 10 nieces and nephews: Joanne (Mark) Holst, Janet (Greg) Hall, John (Judy) Johnston; Nancy (Ron) Ginapp; Scott Sandage, Suanne Sandage, Steve (Danielle) Sandage; Robert Kleen, Tom Kleen, and Kathy Kleen as well as many great-nieces and nephews.
Services will be 10 a.m. Monday, July 12, at the Locke Funeral Home, 1519 W. Fourth St., Waterloo; burial at 2:30 p.m. in Oakland Cemetery, Forest City.

Visitation will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home (319-233-6138). Memorials to Waterloo First United Methodist Church or Friendship Village Auxiliary.

Online condolences may be left at www.LockeFuneralHome.com.

Published in Globe Gazette on July 10, 2010

Elias Lozano

MASON CITY - Elias Lozano, 74, of Mason City died Thursday (July 8, 2010) at the Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit in Mason City.

A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 13, at Holy Family Catholic Church, 714 N. Adams Ave. in Mason City, with Father Michael Schueller officiating. Burial will follow in Elmwood-St. Joseph Cemetery.

A visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. on Monday, July 12, at the Fullerton Funeral Home, 123 Second St. S.E., Mason City, with a rosary service at 7 p.m. There will be further visitation one hour prior to services at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or to Hospice of North Iowa.

Stories, thoughts and condolences may be shared with the family on the funeral home website at www.Fullertonfh.com.

Fullerton Funeral Home, 641-423-8676. www.fullertonfh.com

Published in Globe Gazette from July 9 to July 10, 2010

Andrew Jerome "Andy" Majewski

PLYMOUTH - Andrew "Andy" Jerome Majewski 90, died Thursday (July 8, 2010) at the Nora Springs Care Center.

A funeral Mass will be held 10:30 a.m. Monday, July 12, at Holy Family Catholic Church, 714 N. Adams Ave., Mason City, with Monsignor Joseph Slepicka officiating. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Mason City, with full military honors conducted by members of the Mason City Veteran's Memorial Association.

Visitation will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday, July 11, at Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 Third St. N.E., with a rosary being said at 4:30 p.m. followed by a Scriptural wake service. Further visitation will be held from 9 to 10 a.m. Monday at Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel prior to the service.

Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapels, 641-423-2372. www.colonialchapels.com

Published in Globe Gazette on July 10, 2010

Marjorie L. Stone

MASON CITY -Marjorie L. Stone, 90, of 213 S. Kentucky Ave., Mason City, died Friday (July 9, 2010) at Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa.

A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday (July 13, 2010), at Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 Third St. N.E., Mason City, with the Rev. Steve Hanson of Wesley United Methodist officiating.

Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. until Marjorie's service on Tuesday.
Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Marjorie L. Stone Memorial Fund.

Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 641-423-2372. www.colonialchapels.com

Published in Globe Gazette on July 10, 2010

Posted on 10 July 2010 by Marie Thompson