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Carl G. Anderson
U.S. Navy  WWII

MASON CITY - Carl G. Anderson, 83, of Mason City, died Friday, October 29, 2010, at Good Shepherd Health Center.

Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2010, at Holy Family Catholic Church, 714 North Adams, with the Rev. Kenneth Gehling officiating.

Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. today at Major Erickson Funeral Home, 111 N. Pennsylvania Avenue. Inurnment will be held at a later date. Memorials may be directed to the Carl G. Anderson Memorial Fund in care of the family.

Carl was born on June 17, 1927, to Ruth (Lund) and Sven Anderson in Chicago, Ill. He attended school in Chicago, then entered into the
U.S. Navy SeaBees and served in the South Pacific occupation forces. Carl was very active in sports, soccer, softball, golf, hunting and fishing. He also coached Little League.

Carl was married to Janet Beelen on Aug. 28, 1948. They moved to Mason City in 1969, where he worked for A.C. Nielsen Company for thirty-five years until his retirement. Carl and his wife, Janet, enjoyed being "Winter Texans" in Rockport, Texas for thirteen years. He was a former member of the Noon Lions Club, Mason City Dance Club and member of the
V.F.W. He was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church, where he also was a former usher. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.

He is survived by his wife, Janet (Beelen) Anderson, of Mason City; son, Stephen Anderson and wife, Cheryl, of Tomball, Texas; grandchildren, Antonia Hilton (David) of Austin, Texas and Brad Anderson of Fort Stockton, Texas; siblings, Jack Anderson of Temecula, Calif., and Janet Sheppard of Barrington Hills, Ill.; several nieces and nephews and two aunts.

He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, June Left, Joan Filips and James Anderson.

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

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

Published in Globe Gazette from October 30 to November 1, 2010


Norma J. (Wright) Hoff

BELMOND - Norma J. (Wright) Hoff, 77, of Belmond, Iowa, most recently a resident of Westview Care Center, Britt, died Sunday, Oct. 31, 2010, at the Westview Care Center with her loving family at her side.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 3, at St. John Lutheran Church, Belmond. The Rev. James Harbaugh will be officiating. Burial will be in the Belmond Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 5:30 to 7 p.m., today, Tuesday, Nov. 2, at the Andrews Funeral Home, 516 1st St. S.E., Belmond, and continue one hour prior to the service at church Wednesday. Memorials may be directed to the family or the donor's choice.
Norma Jean Wright was born on July 23, 1933, at Osage, the daughter of Elmer and Nora Wright. She was grew up and was baptized and confirmed in the Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Osage. Norma graduated from Osage High School.

Norma was united in marriage to Bernard G. Hoff from Mason City on Feb. 28, 1953, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Mason City.

She was a life-long homemaker and a wonderful painter and artist. Norma and Bernard had displayed and sold many of her paintings and other crafts throughout the region. Music was another of her gifts and over the years she had sang and directed various church choirs in Hampton and Belmond.

She enjoyed the simple things in life, such as times spent with her husband, decorating her home, her flowers and garden, and her favorite Egyptian Mau cats. In later years of her Bernard's sales travels, she spent times with him on the road.
During their over 53 years of marriage the couple had lived for periods of time in the Southeastern U.S., Spencer, Hampton, and for the last 32 years in Belmond.

Her memory will live on in the lives of her husband, Bernard Hoff, 215 4th Ave. S.E., Belmond, IA, 50421; her son, Lindsey (Elizabeth) Hoff, Dubuque; a daughter, Cynthia (Robert) Holder, Ill., sister, Janette (Herbert) Heimer, Coon Rapids, Minn.; seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her parents, son Gerald Hoff, an infant son, sister Marion Anderson, brother Eugene Wright, and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Andrews Funeral Home, Belmond, IA. 641-444-4474.

Published in Globe Gazette from November 1 to November 2, 2010


Donald Limberg

FOREST CITY - Donald H. Limberg, 77, of Forest City, died Sunday, Oct. 31, 2010 at Hancock County Memorial Hospital in Britt.

Memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 5, 2010, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Forest City with Pastor Rodd Hopp officiating.

Inurnment will be at Madison Township Cemetery in rural Forest City.
Visitation will be held an hour prior to the service at the church.

Petersen Lund Funeral Home Forest City, 641-585-2685,
www.petersenlundfh.com.

Published in Globe Gazette on November 1, 2010


Mary O'Donnell

MASON CITY -Mary O' Donnell, 57, of Mason City, died Friday Oct. 29, 2010, at Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 4, 2010, at Butherus, Maser and Love Funeral Home, 4040 A. Street, Lincoln, Neb., with the Rev. Mike McMurtry officiating. Interment will be at Lincoln Memorial Park Cemetery in Lincoln.

Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2010 at Major Erickson Funeral Home, 111 N. Pennsylvania Avenue, Mason City. Visitation will be held again one hour prior to the service on Thursday. Memorials may be directed to the Mary Ann O'Donnell Memorial Fund in care of her daughter, Chelsi.

Mary O'Donnell was born on Sept. 19, 1953, in Lincoln, Neb., to Dale and Darline O'Donnell. Mary graduated from Pius X High School, in Lincoln, Neb. In 1976, she moved to Mason City, to be close to her family. Once Mary got to town she began working for Good Shepherd which led to her giving 34 years of dedicated employment.
On Aug. 15, 1986, she gave birth to her beloved daughter and friend, Chelsi O'Donnell.
Friends would often catch Mary at McDonald's South enjoying her sugar-free vanilla iced coffee. When Mary wasn't chatting with friends at McDonald's she would often be found online chatting with friends and family. Mary had a love for animals and was very fond of her dog, Charlie, that she rescued. She was an active member of the Temple Baptist Church. Friends and family will remember Mary for her big heart, her love for Nebraska football, and her snorts of laughter.

She is survived by her loving daughter, Chelsi O'Donnell, Mason City; sister, Kathy Thompson, Mason City; and aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Dale O'Donnell and Darlene O'Donnell Dopps; brother, Ted O'Donnell; brother-in-law, Gary Thompson Sr., and several other family members.

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

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

Published in Globe Gazette from October 30 to November 1, 2010


Joel W. Opat

CLEAR LAKE - Joel W. Opat, 43, of Clear Lake, died Saturday, Oct. 30, 2010 at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester, Minn.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 3, at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Lourdes with Father Ray Atwood officiating. Burial will be in Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Cemetery.

Visitation will be held from 3 to 6 p.m., today (Tuesday) at Conway Funeral Home in Cresco with a Scriptural Wake service at 3 p.m. Visitation will continue one hour prior to services at the church.

Memorials may be directed to the Joel Opat Memorial Fund. Cataldo Funeral Home in Garner is in charge of arrangements.

Joel Wesley Opat, the son of Wesley and Dolores (Ludwig) Opat, was born on Jan. 31, 1967, at Rochester, Minn. At the time of birth he was baptized and confirmed at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester. At the age of four he attended Abner Hendrickson School in Decorah and was taught by Luther College students. Joel's parents were substitute bus drivers for the Howard Winneshiek School district and drove Joel forty-four miles to Decorah for his schooling. Joel was a Cub Scout and later a Boy Scout in Decorah. He graduated from John Roberts High School in Decorah in 1988. Joel lived on a farm with his parents near Davis Corners until he became a resident of Opportunity Village in Clear Lake. Joel had two favorite passions in life, Elvis Presley and elephants. He enjoyed pizza, motorcycles and frequent visits to his mother's home.

Joel is survived by his mother, Dolores Opat-Ludwig of Clear Lake; three brothers and a sister, Leslie Opat, Sr. of Lime Springs, Matthew Opat and his wife, Therese, of Chatfield, Minn., Elizabeth Wiger and her husband, Clark, of Decorah and John Opat and his wife, Peggi, of Rochester, Minn.; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Wesley J. Opat in 2001; a nephew, Christopher W. Opat who was killed in Iraq, June 15, 2010; paternal grandparents, John and Elsie Opat; and maternal grandparents, Matthew and Genevieve Ludwig.

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

Published in Globe Gazette from November 1 to November 2, 2010


Donald Joseph Richtsmeier

ACKLEY - Donald Joseph Richtsmeier, 63, of Ackley, died on Saturday, Oct. 30, 2010, at his home in Ackley.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 6, at the St. Mary's Catholic Church in Ackley with burial in the church cemetery.

Visitation will be 4-7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 5, at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley.

Sietsema Funeral Home, Ackley, 641-648-9554,
www.surls.com.

Published in Globe Gazette on November 1, 2010


Misty Rose Rodriguez Subia

HAMPTON - Misty Rose Rodriguez Subia, 26, of Hampton, died on Oct. 29, 2010, at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester, Minn.

Funeral services, officiated by Ryan Kramer, will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 6, 2010, at the Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton. There will be no visitation.

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

Published in Globe Gazette on November 1, 2010



Posted on 2 November 2010


Velma C. Carpenter

IOWA FALLS - Velma C. Carpenter, 90, of Iowa Falls, died Sunday, Oct. 31, 2010, at the Hubbard Care Center.

Funeral services for Velma C. Carpenter will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 4, at the Linn's Funeral Chapel, 1521 Washington Avenue, Iowa Falls. Burial will follow at the Berlin Cemetery, Jackson Township, Owasa, Iowa. A time of visitation will be from 6 - 8 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 3, at the Linn's Funeral Homes Iowa Falls Chapel.

Published in Globe Gazette on November 2, 2010


 Bessie Gunther

OSAGE - Bessie M. Lorence James Gunther, 86, of Mitchell, died Monday, Nov. 1, 2010, at the Mitchell County Regional Health Center in Osage.

Services are pending at the Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home in Osage, 641-732-3706.,
www.champion-bucheitfuneralhome.com.

Published in Globe Gazette on November 2, 2010


Norma J. (Wright) Hoff

BELMOND - Norma J. (Wright) Hoff, 77, of Belmond, Iowa, most recently a resident of Westview Care Center, Britt, died Sunday, Oct. 31, 2010, at the Westview Care Center with her loving family at her side.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 3, at St. John Lutheran Church, Belmond. The Rev. James Harbaugh will be officiating. Burial will be in the Belmond Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 5:30 to 7 p.m., today, Tuesday, Nov. 2, at the Andrews Funeral Home, 516 1st St. S.E., Belmond, and continue one hour prior to the service at church Wednesday. Memorials may be directed to the family or the donor's choice.
Norma Jean Wright was born on July 23, 1933, at Osage, the daughter of Elmer and Nora Wright. She was grew up and was baptized and confirmed in the Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Osage. Norma graduated from Osage High School.

Norma was united in marriage to Bernard G. Hoff from Mason City on Feb. 28, 1953, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Mason City.

She was a life-long homemaker and a wonderful painter and artist. Norma and Bernard had displayed and sold many of her paintings and other crafts throughout the region. Music was another of her gifts and over the years she had sang and directed various church choirs in Hampton and Belmond.

She enjoyed the simple things in life, such as times spent with her husband, decorating her home, her flowers and garden, and her favorite Egyptian Mau cats. In later years of her Bernard's sales travels, she spent times with him on the road.
During their over 53 years of marriage the couple had lived for periods of time in the Southeastern U.S., Spencer, Hampton, and for the last 32 years in Belmond.

Her memory will live on in the lives of her husband, Bernard Hoff, 215 4th Ave. S.E., Belmond, IA, 50421; her son, Lindsey (Elizabeth) Hoff, Dubuque; a daughter, Cynthia (Robert) Holder, Ill., sister, Janette (Herbert) Heimer, Coon Rapids, Minn.; seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her parents, son Gerald Hoff, an infant son, sister Marion Anderson, brother Eugene Wright, and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Andrews Funeral Home, Belmond, IA. 641-444-4474.

Published in Globe Gazette from November 1 to November 2, 2010


Ramona Jean "Susan" Holze

HAMPTON - Ramona Jean "Susan" Holze, 79, of Hampton, died Nov. 1, 2010, at the Rehabilitation Center of Hampton in Hampton.

Funeral service will be held at 1:30 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 3, at the Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton. There will be no visitation. Burial will take place in the Hampton Cemetery. Rocky Woolery will officiate the service.

www.sietsemavogelfuneralhomes.com, 641-456-3232.

Published in Globe Gazette on November 2, 2010



Posted on 2 November 2010


Thelma Pauline Beightol

MASON CITY - Thelma Pauline Beightol 62, of 2004 South Taft Ave., died Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2010, at her home.

A memorial service will be held for Thelma at a later date. Memorials may directed to the Thelma P. Beightol Memorial in care of Rick Beightol Sr., 2004 South Taft Ave., Mason City, IA 50401.

Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapels, 126 Third Street Northeast, Mason City, IA 50401, 641-423-2372, www.colonialchapels.com.

Published in Globe Gazette from October 27 to November 3, 2010


Bessie Gunther

OSAGE - Bessie M. Lorence James Gunther, 86, died Monday, Nov. 1, 2010, at the Mitchell County Regional Health Center in Osage.

A celebration of life open house will be held from 1 until 4 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 6, at Carol's home, 600 East Van Buren, Mitchell, Iowa, the property on which Bessie was born.

A graveside service will be held at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens in Kansas City, Kan., at 11 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 7, where Bessie's cremains will be laid to rest beside her husband as per her wishes.

She had suffered from Parkinson's for many years.

Bessie was born to Anton and Anna (Mach) Lorenc, immigrants of Czechoslovakia, in Mitchell, Iowa, on March 14, 1924. She graduated from Mitchell High School. Bessie moved to Kansas City, Kan., and married Walter James, with whom she had a daughter, Carol Rose. She was a bookkeeper for General Diaper Service and the Real Estate Board of Kansas City, Mo. She later married George C. Gunther with whom she owned Gunther's Bakery in North Kansas City, Mo. They lived in Kansas City, Kan., and McLouth, Kan. Bessie moved to Osage to be closer to her daughter, Carol, in 2003, and entered Osage Rehabilitation and Health Care in 2006. She enjoyed cooking, baking, playing cards, puzzles and going to the casino.

Bessie is survived by her daughter, Carol R. Hamilton of Mitchell; sister-in-law, Darlene Lorence of Osage; step-daughters, Ann Brough of Kansas City, Kan., Laurie Wilson of Overland Park, Kan.; step-sons, G. Thomas Gunther of North Kingston, Rhode Island, David Gunther of Florence, Ky.; seven step-grandchildren; one step-great-grandchild; several nieces and nephews; many special friends; and her very special loving family at Osage Rehab.

She was preceded in death by her husband, George, in 1991; her parents; infant sister, Hedy; sister, Mary; and brothers, Joseph, Clement, Carl and Stanley.

Information available and condolences accepted at www.champion-bucheitfuneralhome.com.
Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home, 641-732-3706.

Published in Globe Gazette from November 2 to November 3, 2010


Edward George "Ed, Eddie" Lembcke

HAMPTON, Va. - Edward "Ed, Eddie" George Lembcke, 82, went to be with God on Saturday, Oct. 30, 2010. His daughters Sheryl Lembcke, Jean Halek, and former spouse Mera Hauserman were so fortunate and privileged to be with him when he quietly left our earthly presence.

Friends are invited to visit from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 5, at Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home. A celebration of Ed's life will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 6, at the funeral home. Interment will be in Arlington National Cemetery with full military honors at a later date.

Ed was born in Mason City, Iowa, on March 20, 1928. He served in the United States Army for nearly 30 years and retired in June 1979 as a sergeant major. Time served in a war or when a campaign badge was awarded include: Japan (November. 1953-July 1954), Vietnam (Janurary 1962-March 1963), Thailand (July 1965 -November 1967), Korea (October 1968-November 1969), and Korea (January 1973-June 1974). Ed then served as a Department of Army civilian with duty in Korea and Fort Monroe, Va., for approximately 15 years until his retirement in April 1993.

Ed was an avid lifetime stamp collector and found time nearly every day to tend to his meticulous philatelic passion. Ed was also passionate about reading. Whenever Ed couldn't get to his beloved Willow Oaks Public library or shop for new books at BJs, it was quite a job trying to keep him supplied with reading material. Since the early '50s, shortly after training in the Signal Corps, Ed developed another passion as an amateur ham radio operator and was one of a pool of experts who could provide backup emergency communications in times of need. Everywhere Ed lived, you would find big antennas out back and the family enjoyed hours of fun hamming with people all over the world. Ed was a member of MENSA (the high IQ society), as he loved challenging his mind with new games and hobbies. He loved computers, electronics, and puzzles. He even spent hours of study to obtain licensing for servicing electrical appliances (air conditioning - refrigeration).

Ed made peace with his failing health. He was fond of saying he had a great run for 82 years. Though our grief is deep, we know Ed is free from pain and suffering, and we give thanks that Ed never lost his incredible brilliance or his special sense of humor. We will forever love and miss our daddy, pops, father-in-law, grandpa, uncle, brother, friend …

Ed was preceded in death by his former spouse of 20 years, Reigh Marlene (Calkins) Lembcke, his two brothers, Max and Joe Hegland, and his sister Ardis (Hegland) Paulson.

He will be so terribly missed by family members and friends. He is survived by his five children, two son-in-laws, and one daughter-in-law: daughter Becky Lembcke of Oak Harbor, Wash.; daughter Anne Lembcke of Newport News, Va.; daughter and son-in-law, Sheryl Lembcke and Jon Boren of Hampton, Va.; son and daughter-in-law, Edward G. Lembcke III (Ed, Eddie) and Judy Lembcke of Anderson, Ind., and daughter and son-in-law, Jean Halek and John Halek of McClean, Va.. Ed is also survived by his former spouse, Mera Hauserman of McClean, Va., and family members in Iowa; his sister, Rosy Crandall and her spouse and children, his sister Ardis' husband Bob Paulson, and their three children, Nancy, John, and Ron. Ed leaves 10 grandchildren, Joseph Racutt of Vallejo, Calif.; Shannon Racutt of Everett, Wash.; Charles Bullard and spouse Tiffany of Newport News, Va.; Shaughn Racutt of Bothwell, Wash.; Kelly Bullard of Imperial Beach, Calif.; Dana Johnson of Anderson, Ind.; David Johnson of Indianapolis, Ind.; Lauren Lembcke of Indianapolis, Ind.; Jenna and John Jr. Halek, of McClean, Va., with another Halek grandson due in approximately 3.5 months. Great-grandchildren are Savannah, Sonny and Destiny (Bullard), Taylor, Zachary, and Jordon (Racutt), and Casey Racutt.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Willow Oaks Village Square Hampton Public Library, 227 Fox Hill Rd., Hampton, VA 23669

Friends are encouraged to visit www.parklawn-woodfh.com to share memories and words of comfort with the family.

Arrangements are under the direction of Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home, 2551 N. Armistead Avenue, Hampton, VA 23666.

Published in Globe Gazette on November 3, 2010


Donald H. Limberg

FOREST CITY - Donald H. Limberg, 77 of Forest City, died Sunday, Oct. 31, 2010, at Hancock County Memorial Hospital in Britt.

Memorial service will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 5, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Forest City with Pastor Rodd Hopp officiating.

Inurnment will be at Madison Township Cemetery in rural Forest City. Visitation will be held an hour prior to the service at the church.

Donald Harvey Limberg was born on a farm near Woden, on Feb. 6, 1933, the son of Conrad and Marie (Meyer) Limberg. He received his early education in country schools near his home, at Bingham No. 4 and Bingham No. 5. He then attended the Woden Public Community School and graduated from Woden High School there.

Don served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. After his honorable discharge from the service, he returned to Forest City and for a brief time worked for Paul Meyer Excavation. On April 30, 1971, he was united in marriage to Mavis Wheeler and the couple made their home in Forest City.

Don worked at Winnebago Industries for 27 years, 21 years at customer service where he was a master electrician. He retired on June 2, 1995. Later he took a part-time job at Bill's Family Foods which he really enjoyed. He also worked as an EMT in the 1980s and was a long-time member of the Forest City Evening Lions Club. He loved to hunt and fish and was a member of the Forest City American Legion Post 121.

Don was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church where he team-taught Sunday School with his wife. He ushered for many years and was a sound-booth operation for Sunday services.

Don is survived by two step-children: Linda Hansmeier of Mount Vernon and Harold Wheeler of Charlotte, Minn.; five step-grandchildren, 12 step-great-grandchildren, one step-great-great-grandchild and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Also surviving are four siblings: Doris (Pete) Leuwerke of Crystal Lake; Kenneth Limberg of Waterloo; Arthur (Nancy) Limberg of Decorah and Mavis (Burdette) Weaver of Paullina.

Don was precede in death by his parents, his wife, a sister-in-law and one step-great-grandchild.

Petersen Lund Funeral Home, Forest City, 50436, 641-585-2685, www.petersenlundfh.com.

Published in Globe Gazette from November 1 to November 3, 2010


George Littleton Jr.

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. - George Littleton Jr., 86, of Colorado Springs, Colo., died Saturday, Oct. 30, 2010, at Memorial Hospital in Colorado Springs, Colo.

A funeral Mass will be held at 2 p.m. Friday Nov. 5, at Holy Family Catholic Church, 714 N. Adams, Mason City, Iowa, with the Rev. Michael Schueller officiating.

Interment will be in Elmwood-St. Joseph Cemetery with veterans honors by the Mason City Veterans Memorial Association.

Visitation will be from 4 until 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 4, at Major Erickson Funeral Home, 111 N. Pennsylvania Ave. A scriptural wake service will be held at 6:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the George Littleton Jr. Memorial Fund.

Published in Globe Gazette from October 31 to November 3, 2010


Leslie A. "Les" Palmer

BRISTOW - Leslie "Les" A. Palmer, 58, of Bristow, died Nov. 1, 2010, at his home in Bristow.

Funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, Nov. 4, at the St. James Lutheran Church in Allison.

Visitation will be held Wednesday, Nov. 3, from 4 to 7 p.m., at the Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Dumont.

Burial will take place in the Oak Hill Cemetery in rural Bristow with the Rev. Jeffrey A. Blank officiating the service.

www.sietsemavogelfuneralhomes.com, 641-456-3232.

Published in Globe Gazette on November 3, 2010


Marlys Peterson

BRITT - Marlys Peterson, 75, of Britt, died Monday, Nov. 1, 2010, at St. Luke's Hospital in Cedar Rapids.

A gathering of family and friends will be held on Friday, Nov. 5, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Ewing Funeral Chapel, 178 Center St. W., Britt.

A private family memorial service will be held at a later date.

Ewing Funeral Chapel, 178 Center Street W., Britt, IA 50423, 641-843-3839, www.ewingfh.com.

Published in Globe Gazette on November 3, 2010


Myung Soon Song

BELLEVUE, Wash. - Myung Soon Song, 77, died on Sunday, Oct. 24, 2010, with her family by her side at Overlake Hospital in Bellevue, Wash., from complications of pneumonia.

She was born on May 9, 1933, in Hae Ju, Korea, to Jun Sup and Young Sun Lim. She was the second of six children. Her father was an internist and her mother was a business woman.

Mrs. Song received her bachelor's degree in pharmacy from Ewha Womans University in Seoul, Korea, in 1956 and immigrated to the United States after surviving the Korean War where she earned the equivalent degree at the University of Minnesota in 1963. Her business sense and knowledge allowed the family to prosper and be successful. She and her husband eventually settled in Mason City, Iowa, where she spent much of her life working as a pharmacist and raising her family. She will be remembered for always looking out for her siblings and parents both financially and spiritually. She was the main pillar of support to her family. Her dedication to her family will always be remembered. She loved traveling, socializing, and helping people. She is loved and missed by her family and everyone who knew her.

She is survived by her husband, Ki Taek Song and her two sons, Kit and Kenneth Song, and her five brothers and sisters (Chung Won, Myung Ae, Myung Ja, Chong Kil, and Chong Chun), and four grandchildren (Michael Song, Becky Song, Elena Song, and Alyssa Song).

Published in Globe Gazette on November 3, 2010


Helen Wingert

ESTHERVILLE - Helen Wingert, 96, of Estherville, formerly of Buffalo Center, died Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2010, at Avera Holy Family Health in Estherville.

Services are pending with Winter Funeral Home in Buffalo Center.

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

Winter Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 414 First St. N.W., Buffalo Center, IA 50424, 641-562-2858, www.winterfuneralhome.com.

Published in Globe Gazette on November 3, 2010



Posted on 3 November 2010


R.L. Bernau

ALGONA - R.L. Bernau, 96, of Algona died Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2010, at the Kossuth Regional Health Center in Algona.

Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 6, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Whittemore with Rev. Mike Botsford officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 5, at Oakcrest Funeral Services in Algona, www.oakcrestfuneralservices.com, 515 295-3731.

Published in Globe Gazette on November 4, 2010


Alvera A. Formanek

BRITT - Alvera A. Formanek, 75, of Britt died Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2010, at the Hancock County Memorial Hospital in Britt.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church in Duncan. Burial will be in St. John's Catholic Cemetery.

Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the Cataldo Funeral Chapel, 160 E. Fourth St. in Garner with a combined Rosary Society and Catholic Workman rosary at 4 p.m. and a Scriptural Wake service at 7 p.m. Visitation will continue one hour prior to services at the church.

Memorials may be directed to the Alvera Formanek Memorial Fund.

Alvera Alice Formanek, the daughter of Joseph and Ella (Kallis) Nowak, was born Nov. 29, 1934, at Wells, Minn. She attended school at St. Casmir in Wells until the eighth grade and graduated from Wells High School in 1952.

She continued her education in nursing at Naeve Hospital in Albert Lea and became a registered nurse working at a hospital in Mankato.

On June 23, 1959, she was married to Robert Formanek at St. Casmir Catholic Church in Wells, Minn. They farmed and raised their family south of Duncan. Alvera worked as a nurse at the Kanawha Community Home, Hancock County Memorial Hospital and the Westview Care Center in Britt. She then worked as a cook at Duncan Heights, where she retired after 18 years of employment.

She enjoyed gardening, cooking, baking and spending time with her family.
She was a member of St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church, Rosary Society and Catholic Workman FCSLA w51.

Alvera is survived by her four children, Linda (Dean) Brooks of Britt, Carol (Dirk) Bruns of Mason City, Tom (Brenda) Formanek of Britt and Robert Formanek Jr. of Ankeny; 11 grandchildren, Kathleen Brooks (fiancé, Doug Hood) and Megan and Brittany Brooks, Adam, Leah and Andrew Bruns, Sara, Laura and Brett Formanek and Trevor and Jourdon Formanek; a sister, Elaine Buzicky of Britt; her mother-in-law, Elsie Formanek of Garner; three sisters-in-law, Blanche Chizek, Marge (Tom) Ryerson and Marlene (Craig) Leerar; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Bob, on Feb. 10, 2007; her parents; three brothers, Raymond, Jake and Ambrose Nowak; and a sister, Jane Schultz.

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

Published in Globe Gazette on November 4, 2010


Vergie M. Havig

MASON CITY - Vergie M. Havig, 87, of Mason City died Wednesday, Nov. 03, 2010, at Heritage Care and Rehabilitation Center.

Arrangements are incomplete with Major Erickson Funeral Home & Crematory, 111 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Mason City, IA 50401, 641-423-0924.

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

Published in Globe Gazette on November 4, 2010


George Littleton Jr.
U.S. Navy WWII

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. - George Littleton Jr., 86, of Colorado Springs, Colo., died Saturday, Oct. 30, 2010, at Memorial Hospital in Colorado Springs.

A Funeral Mass will be held 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 5, at Holy Family Catholic Church, 714 N. Adams Ave., with the Rev. Michael Schueller officiating. Interment will be in Elmwood St. Joseph Cemetery with Veterans Honors by the Mason City Veterans Memorial Association.

Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday at Major Erickson Funeral Home, 111 N. Pennsylvania Ave. A Scriptural Wake Service will be held at 6:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to the George Littleton Jr. Memorial Fund.

George was born Oct. 8, 1924, in Harlan, Iowa, the son of George M. and Mata (Anderson) Littleton. He married Ollie Howell in Omaha, Neb. He entered the Navy and served in World War II from 1943 until his honorable discharge in 1946. He worked at Armour Foods as a Mechanical Foreman for 42 years until his retirement in 1995.

George loved golfing and tinkering in his shop at home. He enjoyed watching the Minnesota Twins and Vikings. George like spending time with his family and friends and will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.

George was a member of the V.F.W. and Veterans Memorial Association and also a member of Holy Family Catholic Church.

George is survived by his seven children, David Littleton and wife Diane of Denver, Colo., Jeffrey Littleton and wife Laura of Eagan, Minn., Donald Littleton and wife Brandi of Outing, Minn., Douglas Littleton and wife Laura Lea of Newfoundland, Pa., Jay Littleton and wife Diane of Colorado Springs, Colo., Lisa Chavez of Indianola and Lori Cooling of Colorado Springs, Colo.; 20 grandchildren; four great grandchildren; and a sister, Jeanne Hoffmann.

George is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Ollie, in 2009; and daughter, Julie Stromley.

Arrangements are with Major Erickson Funeral Home & Crematory, 111 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Mason City, IA 50401, 641-423-0924. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com.

Published in Globe Gazette from October 31 to November 4, 2010


Robert L. Logan

MASON CITY - Robert L. Logan, 45, of Mason City, died Wednesday, Nov. 03, 2010, in Forest City.

There will be a visitation held Friday evening.

Funeral arrangements are incomplete with Major Erickson Funeral Home & Crematory, 111 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Mason City, IA 50401, 641-423-0924.

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

Published in Globe Gazette on November 4, 2010


Mathew J. Mistek
U.S. Army Air Force WWII

KANKAKEE, Ill. - Mathew J. Mistek, 89, of Kankakee, Ill., and formerly of Mason City, Iowa, died Sunday (Oct. 31, 2010).

Private graveside services will be held at the Clear Lake Cemetery, Clear Lake, Iowa.
Matt was a resident of the Manteno Veterans Home in Kankakee, Ill. He was born Feb. 14, 1921, in Eveleth, Minn., to Frank and Margaret (Indihar) Mistek. He served in the Army Air Force during World War II.

He taught psychology at North Iowa Area Community College until his retirement in 1983.

He was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church in Mason City, Iowa, and Lions Clubs International. Matt treasured his family and friends and loved to play golf.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association .

He was the beloved husband of the late Mary E. nee Betty Mistek; dear father of Mandy (Tom) Kouri; loving grandfather of Lindy (Humberto) Ayala, Carly (Bob) Crutchfield and Abby Kouri; proud great- grandfather of Nick Ayala; and fond brother of Mary Brown.

Williams-Kampp Funeral Home, 430 E. Roosevelt Road, Wheaton, Ill. 60187, 630-668-0016; www.williams-kampp.com.

Published in Globe Gazette on November 4, 2010


Marlys I. Peterson

BRITT - Marlys I. Peterson, 75, of Britt died Monday, Nov. 1, 2010 at St. Luke's Hospital in Cedar Rapids.

A gathering of family and friends will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 5, at Ewing Funeral Chapel, 178 Center St. W., Britt.

A private family memorial service will be held at a later date.

Marlys Irene (Weiland) Peterson, the daughter of Fred C. and Irene (VanDusseldorp) Weiland, was born on Oct. 18, 1935, in Britt. She was united in marriage to Jerry Lee Peterson in February 1953 in Mason City.

Marlys worked as a nurse's aide at Westview Care Center in Britt and as a residential aide at Opportunity Village in Clear Lake for 20 years. She truly loved her family of 16 residents in Twilight Cottage at Opportunity Village.

Marlys loved spending time with her family, listening to her old-time country music, camping and visiting. She enjoyed taking that drive around town with Jerry most of all.

Marlys is survived by her husband, Jerry, of Britt; children, Danny (Karen) Peterson of Britt, Dale Peterson of Arnolds Park, Darin (Michelle) Peterson of Spirit Lake and Danise (Jason) Silber of Britt; nine grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; along with numerous nieces, nephews and other family members.

She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Mary Newton and Deloris Lowenberg; and brothers, Vernon Weiland and Fred Jr. (at birth).

Ewing Funeral Chapel, Britt, Iowa 50423, 641-843-3839, www.ewingfh.com.

Published in Globe Gazette from November 3 to November 4, 2010


Douglas Fenn Sherwin
U.S. Navy WWII

GREEN VALLEY, Ariz. - Douglas Fenn Sherwin was born in New Haven, Conn., on Sept. 18, 1918. He passed away peacefully on Nov. 1, 2010, in Green Valley, Ariz., at home in the La Posada Retirement Community.

Doug grew up in California and graduated from high school in Peoria, Ill. He attended Iowa State College (now ISU), where he met the love of his life, Ruth Paulene Whipp. They were married on June 30, 1942, in California while Doug was in the U.S. Navy.

After the war, they returned to Iowa and Doug began his broadcasting career at KGLO Radio in Mason City. He retired as assistant vice president of broadcasting with Lee Enterprises in 1983.

Doug and Ruth then relocated to Green Valley, Ariz., where Doug was involved in numerous volunteer activities for the next 20 years.

Ruth passed away in 1996. Doug married Patricia Hawthorn in 2001 and she passed away in 2004. Over the last few years, Doug and Yvonne Martineau shared a loving, thoughtful relationship.

Doug is survived by his brother, Proctor (Lee) Sherwin of Georgetown, Texas; son, Daniel (Vickey) of Mankato, Minn.; daughter, Sally (Tom) Jeffrey of Fairfield, Va.; daughter, Jane (Scott) Randall of Ames; son, Peter (Suzanne) of Cape Coral, Fla; and son Andrew (Julie) of Eden Prairie, Minn. He is also survived by numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

A private family service celebrating his life will be held at a later date. Arrangements are by Bring's Broadway Chapel, Tucson, Ariz., 520-296-7193.

Published in Globe Gazette on November 4, 2010


Gladys A. Shipman

MASON CITY - Gladys A. Shipman, 92, of Mason City died Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2010, at the Good Shepherd Health Center.

Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 6, at Wesley United Methodist Church, 1405 S. Pennsylvania Ave., with the Rev. Keith Scott officiating. Interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday at Major Erickson Funeral Home, 111 N. Pennsylvania Ave., and will continue at the church one hour prior to the service.

Memorials may be directed to the Gladys A. Shipman Memorial Fund. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com

Arrangements are with Major Erickson Funeral Home, 111 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Mason City, IA 50401, 641-423-0924, www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com.

Published in Globe Gazette on November 4, 2010


Helen A. Wingert

ESTHERVILLE - Helen A. Wingert, 96, of Estherville and formerly of Buffalo Center, died Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2010, at Avera Holy Family Health in Estherville.

Her funeral will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 6, at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Buffalo Center with Father Dennis Miller and a nephew, Father Tim Johnson, officiating. Burial will follow at Graceland Cemetery in Buffalo Center at a later date.
Visitation will be Friday at Winter Funeral Home in Buffalo Center.

Online tributes or personal e-mails to the family may be left at www.winterfuneralhome.com

Winter Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 414 First St. N.W., Buffalo Center, IA 50424, 641-562-2858, www.winterfuneralhome.com

Published in Globe Gazette from November 3 to November 4, 2010



Posted on 4 November 2010


Vergie M. Havig

MASON CITY - Vergie M. Havig, 87, of Mason City died Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2010, at the Heritage Care & Rehabilitation Center.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, Nov. 8, at St. James Lutheran Church, 1148 4th Street S.E., with Pastor Paul Nelson officiating.

Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 7, at Major Erickson Funeral Home, 111 N. Pennsylvania Ave. Interment will be at Elmwood-St. Joseph Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the Vergie Havig Memorial Fund in care of the family.

Arrangements are with Major Erickson Funeral Home & Crematory, 111 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Mason City, Iowa 50401, 641-423-0924. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com.

Published in Globe Gazette from November 4 to November 5, 2010


Robert Lee Logan
U.S. Army

MASON CITY - Robert Lee Logan, 45, of Mason City died Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2010.
Graveside services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 6, at Rock Grove Cemetery in Nora Springs, with Pastor Kathy Graves of Trinity Lutheran Church officiating.

Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 5, at Major Erickson Funeral Home, 111 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Mason City.

In lieu of flowers, please direct memorials to Robert's son, Remington James Logan, P.O. Box 1643, Mason City, IA, 50402.

Robert was born Sept. 6, 1965, in Iowa City, the son of Richard and Jeanette (Davis) Logan. He graduated from Newman High School in 1984 where he was very active in sports and earned an Eagle Scout Award before graduating from Des Moines Area Community College in Ankeny, with a Culinary in Arts degree. He served in the United States Army in the 82nd Airborne Division in Fort Jackson, S.C., in 1984.

Robert had a huge heart and lived for his son, Remington. They, along with their faithful companion, Dixie Dog, loved to hunt, fish and trap together. He loved all outdoor activities and collecting. He treasured time spent with family and loved to play cribbage with his brothers. Robert was an accomplished chef for many years and proudly owned and ran Hunter's Farm for six years. He will be deeply missed by all who loved and knew him.

Robert is survived by his son, Remington James Logan and Remi's mother, Lori Graves of Sioux Rapids; mother, Jeanette Logan and stepfather Dennis Niehaus, both of Mason City; brothers, Richard W. Logan of Mason City, Brian P. (Diane) Logan of Rockwell; sisters, Catherine (Dave) Williams of Manly, Cynthia Peterson of Rockwell; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, etc.

He was preceded in death by his son, Hunter Lee Logan, and father, Richard L. Logan.

Arrangements are with Major Erickson Funeral Home & Crematory, 111 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Mason City, IA 50401, 641-423-0924. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com.

Published in Globe Gazette from November 4 to November 5, 2010


Clayton Rutledge

LINDENHURST, Ill. - Clayton Rutledge, 80, of Zion, Ill., died on Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2010, at Victory Lakes Continuing Care Center, Lindenhurst, Ill.

Visitation will be 5 to 7 p.m., Monday, Nov. 8, at Congdon Funeral Home, 3012 Sheridan Road, Zion, followed by a funeral service at 7 p.m. with Pastor Tim Knight officiating. Interment will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 9, at Mt. Olivet Memorial Park, Zion. Please sign the online guest book at www.congdonfuneralhome.com.

Clayton was born to Vernon and Lucille Rutledge on Feb. 9, 1930, in Mason City, Iowa, and moved to Berwyn, Ill., with his family when he was in high school. He graduated from Morton High School and received his Associate Degree from Morton Junior College in Berwyn. He lived for a short time in Forest Park, Ore., before moving to Zion in 1963.

Clayton worked at Tippet Inc. in Waukegan from 1963 until 1995 when he opened and operated Carol Hardware in Waukegan from 1995 until 2004. He was a longtime member of Zion-Benton Moose Lodge No. 667. Clayton was an avid Chicago Bears fan and he enjoyed vacationing in Bar Harbor, Maine.

He is survived by his two sons, Roy Rutledge of Zion and Randy Rutledge of Waukegan. He was preceded in death by his wife, Carol, in 1997; his son, Ray in 1986; two sisters; and his parents.

Congdon & Company Funeral Directors and Cremation Services, Family Owned, 847-746-1234.

Published in Globe Gazette on November 5, 2010


Gladys A. Shipman

MASON CITY - Gladys A. Shipman, 92, of Mason City died Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2010, at the Good Shepherd Health Center.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 6, at Wesley United Methodist Church, 1405 S. Pennsylvania Ave., with the Rev. Keith Scott officiating. Interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 5, at Major Erickson Funeral Home, 111 N. Pennsylvania Ave., and continue at the church one hour prior to the service. Memorials may be directed to the Gladys A. Shipman Memorial Fund.

Gladys was born Feb. 16, 1918, in Kanawha, the daughter of Joel and Christina (Jackson) Johnson. She graduated from Kanawha High School in 1937. Gladys married Carroll Shipman June 3, 1940, in Lancaster, Mo. Gladys spent her time at home where she enjoyed cooking for the constant flow of family and friends, and baking. She was best known for her Aunt Chick's Santa cookies and her divinity, chicken and noodles and many other recipes which she passed on to her family. Her mother taught her from a very early age how to sew, and Gladys could make anything.

Gladys assisted her husband in his many different business operations. Gladys and Carroll traveled in their Winnebago to Arizona and California in the winters. She was a member and past president of the Washington Elementary PTA in the '60s.

Gladys is survived by her son, Scott Shipman (Tracy), their children Zachary Boehmer, Alexander and Lukas Shipman, Mason City; granddaughters Lori (Dr. Russell) Bandstra, their children, Stephen, Elizabeth, and Christopher Bandstra; Stephanie (Michael) DeJong, their children Nicholas,and Matthew DeJong, Pella; grandson, Carroll (Lori) Shipman III, their children Cole, Sarah, and Samuel Shipman Shorewood Minn.; and one sister, Maybelle Mariner, Britt.

Gladys is preceded in death by her parents, husband, Carroll; two sons, Carroll and Vance Shipman; daughter, Shirley Olson; son-in-law, Roger Olson; one brother, Lester Johnson, and one sister, Doris Allos.

Arrangements: Major Erickson Funeral Home, 111 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Mason City, Iowa 50401, 641-423-0924. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com.

Published in Globe Gazette from November 4 to November 5, 2010


Edna T. Snell

MASON CITY - Edna T. Snell, 92, of Mason City died Thursday, Nov. 4, 2010, at Good Shepherd Health Center.

Arrangements are incomplete with Major Erickson Funeral Home & Crematory, 111 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Mason City, IA, 50401, 641-423-0924. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com.

Published in Globe Gazette on November 5, 2010


Gregory T. Tenney

TUCSON, Ariz. - Gregory T. Tenney, 56 of Tucson, formerly of Mason City, died Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2010, after a lengthy illness.

Services and interment wil be at a later date.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Marguerite, and a nephew, Robert.

He is survived by fiancee, Joan Stachowiak ; father, William Tenney (Diane Cornelius); brother, Steven (Cynthia); sister, Pamela Murray; nephews, Lucas, Liam, Jon and Ben; and niece, Vanessa. Also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Published in Globe Gazette on November 5, 2010


Dick Young

ALGONA - Dick Young, 83, of Algona died on Tuesday Nov. 2, 2010, at Lakeside Lutheran Home in Emmetsburg.

Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 6, at St. Cecelia Catholic Church in Algona with the Rev. Mr. William Black officiating.

Burial will be in East Lawn Cemetery. Visitation will be 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 5, at the Lentz Funeral Home in Algona, with a 7 p.m. scripture service.

Condolences may be left at www.lentzfuneralhome.com.
Lentz Funeral Home, 515-295-2622.

Published in Globe Gazette on November 5, 2010



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