Joan K. Barlow

MASON CITY - Joan K. Barlow, 77, died Wednesday, May 9, 2012, at Jefferson County Health Center, Fairfield.

A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 19, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 302 Fifth Street S.E., with the Rev. Kenneth B. Gehling presiding as well as other priests of the Archdiocese of Dubuque concelebrating.

Visitation will be held from 5-8 p.m. Friday, May 18, at Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 Third St. N.E., Mason City, with a wake service beginning at 7 p.m conducted by Deacon Mike Byrne and Karen Byrne.

Joan Kathryn (Sheehy) Barlow was born on Nov. 3, 1934, in Mason City, the daughter of John and Rose (Krieger) Sheehy. She graduated from Holy Family High School in 1953. After graduation, she worked as a nurse's aide at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital. She also worked at Northwestern Bell Telephone Company as an operator, collections agent, and helped provide public relations including instructing local groups on the use of the rotary dial telephone.

She was united in marriage to Jack Arnold Barlow on July 2, 1955, at Holy Family Catholic Church in Mason City. They made their home in Mason City. She was the mother to three children, Michele, Ann and Patrick. She devoted her life to the care and upbringing of her children. Joan also participated in many church activities serving as lector, communion minister, and was active in the ladies church circles. Her husband Jack entered training for the permanent diaconate for the Archdiocese of Dubuque in 1975. Throughout this time until his death, they collaborated on many aspects of ministry at St. Joseph Church including marriage preparation retreats and sponsor couples. Her efforts also included working on many TEC retreats, the Newman Booster Club, and as a volunteer at Birthright.

Joan held many hobbies in her life including making ceramics, flower arranging, and organizing family genealogy with equal pride in her German and Irish heritage. She loved big band music and fell in love with her husband on the dance floor. She was a strong advocate for her children's education and faith development. Joan also learned how to use email to stay in contact with her friends and attended "rusty hinges" water aerobics later in life.

Those left to celebrate her life include her three children, Michele Greiner and her husband, Michael, of Fairfield, Ann Oberg and her husband, Kevin, of Sioux Falls, S.D., and Patrick Barlow and his wife, Lila (Haymaker) of La Crosse, Wis.; four grandchildren, Alex Greiner, Kara Jo Greiner, Kathryn Barlow, and Paula Barlow: sisters-in-law Viola Sheehy, Patricia Sheehy, Esther Sheehy, Mary Margaret Sheehy, Betty Bernhardt, Marion Barlow, Sharon Taylor (Garry), and Carol Barlow; brothers-in-law, Doug Bailey, Rich-ard Barlow (Louise), and several nieces, nephews, and friends.
Joan was preceded in death by her husband, Jack, her parents, her brothers Ted, John (Jack), Jim, and Tom; her sisters Patricia, Mary, Sr Sean (Rita) OP, and Ruth Ann as well as many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Newman Foundation, KCMR radio, or a charity of the donor's choice that reflects their memories of Joan.

Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 423-2372.

Published in Globe Gazette from May 11 to May 16, 2012
 

HOUSTON, Texas - Margaret Illene Barth was born in Topeka, Kansas Feb. 1, 1921, and passed away May 14, 2012.

Margie graduated from High School in Kansas City before moving to San Diego during World War II to seek employment. San Diego is where she married Eddie Wechsler and they owned a restaurant bar. They later had their first daughter Margaret. In 1953 Eddie passed away.

A few years later, she met her soon to be husband DeWayne Barth. She and DeWayne moved to Sasebo, Japan, for two years, where the Navy deployed them, DeWayne was a US Arizona World War II survivor. Margie had her second daughter Deborah in Japan.

In the sixties they retired back to DeWayne's home town of Forest City. Margie enjoyed her time spent raising her two daughters, and the times with her two grandchildren Cristi and Brad who were the loves of her life. She enjoyed her volunteer work at her church and other numerous organizations in Iowa. In 1999, she and DeWayne moved to Houston to be closer to their family. She resided at the Terrace. Margie enjoyed taking trips, playing cards, gambling and especially shoe shopping.

Margie is preceded in death by her beloved grandson Bradley Ambroson; husband DeWayne Barth; and four sisters, Helen, Cora, Collette and Ann.

She is survived by her daughters Margaret Ambroson and her husband Tom; and Deborah Arns and her husband Jim; and granddaughter Cristi Ambroson. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.

At the family's request donations can be made to the National Parkinsons Foundation or Evercare Hospice.

Funeral Mass will be held at St. Anne's Church, 2140 Westheimer, Thursday, May 17, at 10:30 a.m. Rite of Committal will follow at Houston National Cemetery, 10410 Veterans Memorial Drive, at 2 p.m.

Earthman Bellaire Funeral Home, 6700 Ferris, Bellaire, Texas, 713-667-6505.

Published in Globe Gazette on May 16, 2012

Donald William Garner

MASON CITY - Donald William Garner, 62, of Mason City, died Sunday, May 13, 2012, at his home.
A memorial service for Donnie will be held at 5:30 p.m., Thursday, May 17, at the Grace United Methodist Church, 200 14th St. N.W., Mason City with the Reverend Steve Hansen officiating. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the memorial service at the church.
Should friends desire, a memorial fund has been established in Donnie's name at Wells Fargo Bank in Mason City.
Donald William Garner, the son of Warren and Margaret (Wirth) Garner was born June 14, 1949 in Otranto. He moved to Mason City where he attended school. Donnie worked at the Armor meat packing plat and married Jackie Neilson. To this union, two children were born, Shane and Kelly. Later divorcing, Donnie worked as a carpenter working for many companies. He was united in marriage to Debra Miller and to this union, two children were born, Erin and Emily. In 1995, he divorced Deb and in 2001, Donnie retired from the construction business, injuring his back.
Donnie was an avid fisherman, designing and creating his own fishing equipment. He loved to deer hunt and enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren. One of his favorite things he enjoyed was eating filet-o-fish's from McDonalds. He will be greatly missed by his best friend, Bear his Dog.
Donnie is survived by his four children, Shane Garner and his friend, Penny Gordon of Mason City, Kelly (Kathy) Garner of Haward, Minn., Erin Garner and her friend, Kattie Havig of Mason City and Emily Garner of Mason City, nine grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, stepmother, Aggie Garner of Clear Lake; stepsisters, Della Hauge of Des Moines, Laura Shultz, Roxanne Ropella and Mona Meade, all from Mason City, his special friend, Pam and her kids and his best friend, Bear, his dog.
He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Roger; grandson, Kolton and brother-in-law, Gerald Best.
The family would like to thank the doctors and nurses who cared for him at Mercy Medical Center North Iowa.
Hogan Bremer Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 Third St. N.E., Mason City, 641-423-2372, www.colonialchapels.com.

Published in Globe Gazette from May 15 to May 16, 2012

Janet Janssen

ALGONA - Janet Janssen, 63, of Algona, died on Monday, May 14, 2012, at Kossuth Regional Health Center in Algona.

Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Algona, with Rev. Dr. Steven Turner officiating. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery.

Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Thursday at the Trinity Life Center in Algona. Memorials may be directed to Hospice of the Heartland, 1519 South Phillips, Algona, Iowa 50511.

The Lentz Funeral Home is serving the family. Condolences may be left at www.lentzfuneralhome.com.Lentz Funeral Home, 515-295-2622.

Published in Globe Gazette on May 16, 2012

LaVerne C. "Bud" Kittleson

MASON CITY - LaVerne C. "Bud" Kittleson, 88, of Mason City, died Tuesday, May 15, 2012, at home.
Funeral arrangements are pending at Major Erickson Funeral Home & Crematory, 111 N. Pennsylvania Avenue, Mason City, 641-423-0924, www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com.

Published in Globe Gazette on May 16, 2012

John "Johnny" Lybarger

ALBERT LEA, Minn. - John "Johnny" Lybarger, 33, of Albert Lea, Minn., formerly of Mason City, died Saturday, May 12, 2012.

Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, May 17, at Major Erickson Funeral Home, 111 N. Pennsylvania Avenue, with Chaplain Janet Dorenkamp of Mercy Medical Center - North Iowa officiating. Memorials may be directed to the John Lybarger memorial fund in care of the family. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com.
John was born May 27, 1978, in Mason City, the son of Jerry and Shelly (Thomas) Lybarger. Johnny enjoyed playing his guitar, cage fighting, fishing, taking walks in the rain, drawing, tattoos, and motorcycles. He also enjoyed writing poetry and had one of his pieces published. Johnny had a love for animals, and found joy in caring for his pit bull "Rizzle" and his cat "Lahana."

Johnny is survived by his mother: Shelly Lybarger of Albert Lea, Minn.; his father: Jerry Lybarger of Albert Lea; two brothers: Troy Lybarger and wife Monica of Klemme, and Travis Lybarger of Klemme; Johnny's girlfriend: Jennifer Reuter of Hastings, Minn.; four special nieces and nephews: Brooklyn, Alisa, Ben, and Bryan; special aunts: Mary Jane Birkholz and husband Rich of Hanford, and Brenda Easley of Des Moines. He is also survived by several uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, and three uncles: Charlie, Carson, and Robert Lybarger.

Arrangements are with Major Erickson Funeral Home & Crematory, Mason City, 641-423-0924, www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com.

Published in Globe Gazette from May 14 to May 16, 2012

Dr. Lance Masters
 

PHOENIX, Ariz. - Dr. Lance Masters, 72, passed peacefully from this world into the next on Thursday evening, April 5, 2012, in Phoenix, Ariz.

A graveside service and inurnment will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, May 19 at Memorial Park Cemetery in Mason City. For those attending the service, the family requests casual dress because Lance seldom wore a tie. A celebration of life will follow the graveside service at the Mason City Holiday Inn Express at 3 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that memorials be made to a church or charity of your choice in Lance's memory. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com

Lance was born May 3, 1939, in Manning, to Dr. Ronald O. Sr. and Mary Jane Masters. In 1945, the family relocated to Mason City where Lance attended school and enjoyed many outdoor activities. Lance was active in Boy Scouts; he achieved the rank of Eagle Scout, served as camp counselor, and was inducted into the Order of the Arrow. Following his graduation from Mason City High School in 1957, Lance attended Iowa State Teachers College in Cedar Falls, and DePauw University in Green Castle, Ind. He received his Doctors degree in 1962 from Palmer Chiropractic College in Davenport. For the next 25 years, Dr. Lance enjoyed practicing his profession at Masters Chiropractic Clinic with his father Dr. R.O. Sr., his uncle, Dr. Bill, and his brothers, Dr. Ron and Dr. Mike Masters. Dr. Lance retired from practice in 1987 and spent many fulfilling years traveling, sailing, working on various ecology projects (which included helping develop Manatee Reserves in Belize, Central America), and attaining a Black Belt in Kung Fu.

Lance is survived by his wife, Linda Blair Masters of Phoenix, Ariz.; children, Melinda Masters and husband David of Arcadia, Fla., Dr. Blair Masters and wife Stephna of Lowell, Ark., Joy Masters Pacura and husband Tim of Scottsdale, Ariz., and Joshua Masters of Scottsdale, Ariz.; five precious grandchildren, Andria, Tiffany and Whitney Masters of Lowell, Ark., Kaitlyn and Ryan Pacuraof Scottsdale, Ariz.; mother, Mary Jane Masters of Mason City; brothers, Dr. Ronald Masters II and wife Pat of Mason City, Dr. Michael Masters and wife Judy of Honolulu, Hawaii; aunt, Valois Masters of Mason City, and cousin, Mark Masters of Mason City, numerous nieces and nephews.

Lance was preceded in death by his father, Dr. Ronald O. Masters Sr., an infant brother, Dexter Dean Masters.

A special thanks is extended to the staff of Hospice of Arizona and Ana's Assisted Living Home, where Lance resided during the final months of his life. Lance will be deeply missed by his family and loved ones. We praise God that for the great majority of Lance's life his mind, body, and spirit were healthy and strong and he was able to live the life he chose: adventurous, happy, and productive. Our family wishes to thank you for your many prayers and loving thoughts offered up on his behalf.

Arrangements: Major Erickson Funeral Home, 111 N. Pennsylvania Avenue, Mason City, 641-423-0924, www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com.

Published in Globe Gazette on May 16, 2012

Sheilah A. McClain

CHARLES CITY - Sheilah A. McClain, 67, of 3109 240th St., Charles City, died Monday, May 14, 2012, at the Mercy Medical Center North Iowa, Mason City.

Services are pending at the Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 Third St. N.E., Mason City, 641-423-2372.

Published in Globe Gazette on May 16, 2012

Jessie L. Nelson

FOREST CITY - Jessie L. Nelson, 87, of Forest City died May 14, 2012, at the Good Samaritan Care Center in Forest City.

Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m., Saturday, May 19, at Calvary Baptist church in Forest City, with Pastor Douglas Farrell officiating. Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery in Forest City.

Visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m., Friday, May 18, at Petersen Lund Funeral Home, 505 N. Clark Street, Forest City, and will continue one hour prior to services at the church.

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

Published in Globe Gazette on May 16, 2012

Leilani Lou Espinosa Olson

GAINESVILLE, Fla. - Leilani Lou Espinosa Olson, born Feb 23, 1942, in Mason City, graduate of Holy Family, died on May 13, 2012, from heart failure in Gainesville, Florida.

Lonnie was a loving Wife, a devoted Daughter, a Loving Sister, an amazing Mother, a dedicated Grandmother and a caring Aunt.

Lonnie and Bill were married for 48 years and they lived in Iowa until 1988. Then they moved to Michigan, Virginia, North Carolina, and Pennsylvania until they retired in Haines City, Florida.
Preceding her in death are; mother Lupe Jimenez Espinosa, father Leo Espinosa Sr, brother Leo Espinosa Jr, and son Timothy Carl Olson.

Surviving her are; her husband William Olson (from Osage), her sons Grant Olson (Pittsburgh Pa.) and Keith Olson (Detroit Mich.), her daughter Melissa Jacobsen, her son-in-law Richard Jacobsen, and her grandchildren Anthony and Alexandra Jacobsen (St. Augustine, Fla.), her sister Toni Benson (Clermont, Calif.), and 15 nieces & nephews and their families.

A memorial mass will be held on Friday, May 25th at St Anne's Catholic Church in Haines City, Florida.

Published in Globe Gazette on May 16, 2012

Patricia Ann "Patti" Olson

MASON CITY - Patricia Ann "Patti" Olson, 56, of 1324 N. Carolina Pace, Mason City, died Tuesday, May 15, 2012, at the Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit, Mason City.

Celebrating of Patti's life will be 11 a.m. Saturday, May 19, at the Columbarium at Memorial Park Cemetery, Mason City. Family suggests memorials to Hospice of North Iowa or Mercy Cancer Center in lieu of flowers. As of Patti's wishes she asked that you please dress casual.

Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 Third St. N.E., Mason City, 641-423-2372, www.colonialchapels.com.

Published in Globe Gazette on May 16, 2012

Shawn Kenneth Eugene Thompson

KENSETT - Shawn Kenneth Eugene Thompson, 29, Kensett, died Monday, May 14, 2012, as a result of injuries he received in a tractor roll over accident west of Kensett.

A memorial service for Shawn will be held 11 a.m. Friday, May 18, at the Elk Creek Lutheran Church, 4108 Killdeer Ave., rural Kensett, with Pastor Tom Martin officiating.

Visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m. on Thursday at the Conner Colonial Chapel, 1008 First Ave. South, Northwood. Visitation will also be held one hour prior to service time on Friday at the church. According to his wishes cremation has taken place.

Shawn was born on March 4, 1983, in Ventura, Calif., the son of Steven Howard and Christine (Behr) Thompson. Shawn graduated from Northwood-Kensett High School in the class of 2002. During his life, Shawn worked for S&K Pallets in Clear Lake, Northwood Elevator, and up until the time of his death he worked for Gavilon Grain Elevator in Joice.

Shawn enjoyed fishing, farming, gardening, wrestling, and taking care of his animals, but his greatest love and enjoyment was his son David, and spending time with his family and friends.
He was a member of Elk Creek Lutheran Church in Kensett.

Those left to cherish his memory are his son David Thompson of Clear Lake; his mother, Christine (Behr) Thompson of Kensett; his sister and brothers, Dawn (Keith) Thompson-Julius of Madison Lake, Minn., Zeke Thompson and special friend Jessica Iverson of Kensett, Matt (Ashley) Thompson of Northwood, Luke Thompson and fiancee Sarah Coyle of Manly; his sister, Tracy and her family of Minneapolis, Minn.; his nieces and nephews, Jewell and Bailey Thompson, Jonah and Braeden Julius, and Journey Thompson; his grandmother, Mary Behr of Albert Lea, Minn., and well as several aunts, uncles and many other extended family members and friends. For those closest to Shawn, he was more than just a father, son, and brother, but as a best friend.

Shawn was preceded in death by his father, Steven Thompson, who died on April 10, 2005, and his paternal grandparents, and maternal grandfather, Kenneth Behr.

Conner Colonial Chapel, 641-324-1543, www.colonialchapels.com.

Published in Globe Gazette from May 15 to May 16, 2012

Posted on 16 May 2012

Donald G. Abrahamson
U.S. Army (1957-1959)

MASON CITY - Donald G. Abrahamson, 77, of Mason City, entered into the kingdom of heaven on Tuesday, May 15, 2012, at the Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit surrounded by his family.

Memorial services will be held 10:30 a.m. Friday, May 18, at St. James Lutheran Church, 1148 Fourth St. S.E., with Pastor Paul Nelson officiating. Inurnment will take place in the Rock Falls Cemetery at a later date.

A gathering of friends and family will be held Thursday, 5-7 p.m. at Major Erickson Funeral Home, 111 N. Pennsylvania Ave. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Hospice of North Iowa and St. James Lutheran Church.

Don was born in Story City, on July 14, 1934, the son of Lyle and Sylva (Rullestad) Abrahamson. He graduated from Plymouth High School in 1951 and Mason City Junior College in 1953. He was united in marriage to Janice White on June 10, 1956. Don served in the United States Military from 1957-1959 at Fort Bragg in Fayetteville, N.C. After serving his country, he returned to Mason City where he had a long and successful career as an insurance agent for Central Life Assurance Company. After retiring from the insurance business, he followed his passion for cars by working as a car salesman at McKinley Motors in Osage.

While Don enjoyed his career, his family and friends were the most important to him. He enjoyed wintering in Arizona with Jan. When he wasn't on the golf course, he could be found having coffee with friends, walking at the mall, playing cards, and volunteering at the hospital and St. James Lutheran Church, where he was a member for many years. Don enjoyed watching sports and was an arm chair quarterback for the Hawkeyes and Vikings. He was very involved in the lives of his children and grandchildren, and took great joy in spending time with them.

Those left to celebrate his life include his wife, Jan of Mason City; two children, Cindy Wickwire and her husband, Scott, and David Abrahamson and his wife, Stacey, all from Mason City; four grandchildren, Lieh Anne Eriksen and her husband, Brian of Mason City, Jillian Schulte and her husband, Jay of Cedar Rapids, Derek Duffy of Sullivan, Mo., Sean Duffy and girlfriend, Katy Klang of Cedar Rapids; two great-grandchildren, Sylva and Asher Schulte of Cedar Rapids; sister Mary Miles of Ma-son City, brothers Lyle (Zoe) Abrahamson of Rochester, Minn., Stanley (JoAnn) Abrahamson of Hilton Head, S.C., Richard (Jean) Abrahamson of Edmund, Okla., sister-in-law Lucille (Dale) Jackson of Santa Barbara, Calif.; brothers in law, Don (Novella) White of Rock Falls, Jim (Sharon) White of Keaau, Hawaii, and Ray Arickx of St. Ansgar, and many cousins, nieces and nephews.

Don was welcomed into Heaven by his parents, Lyle and Sylva Abrahamson; mother and father-in-law, Everett and Fern White; brother and sisters in-laws, Rolland Miles, Carol Arickx, Margaret and Mike Byington; special nephew, Steven Abrahamson, and great grandson, Jenner Schulte.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com
Arrangements: Major Erickson Funeral Home & Crematory, Mason City, 641-423-0924, www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com.

Published in Globe Gazette on May 17, 2012

Vincent A. "Timmy" Burgart

NEW HAMPTON - Vincent A. "Timmy" Burgart, age 91, of New Hampton, died surrounded by his family Monday evening, May 14, 2012, at Mercy Medical Center in New Hampton.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 1:30 p.m. Friday, May 18, at Holy Family Parish - St. Joseph Center, New Hampton with Rev. Mark Osterhaus celebrating the Mass. The pall will be placed on the casket by his six children and the offertory gifts will be presented by granddaughters, Sarah Burgart, Amber Kleiner, Katherine Nelson, Jennifer Burgart, Maggie Burgart. Interment will be in St. Mary's Cemetery, New Hampton with Matthew Burgart, Justin Burgart, Aaron Burgart, Craig Nelson, Timothy Burgart, Ronald Burgart and Andrew Burgart serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers are Zachary Burgart, Jonathan Burgart, Jason Burgart, Phillip Burgart and Michael Burgart.

Friends may greet the family 3-8 p.m. Thursday, May 17, at Hugeback-Johnson Funeral Home in New Hampton where there will be a 4 p.m. Catholic Order of Forester Rosary and a 6 p.m. parish scripture service. Visitation continues an hour prior to the Mass at the church on Friday. Online condolences for Vincent's family may be left at hugebackfuneralhome.com

Vincent A. "Timmy" Burgart was born on the Burgart family farm in rural Ionia, on Jan. 6, 1921. He was the youngest child of Michael J. and Theresa M. (Peske) Burgart. He received his education at St. Mary's Grade School and High School in North Washington. On Sept. 22, 1949, at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Ionia, he married Francella C. Schmitz. To this union six children were born. Timmy farmed the Burgart family farm, a Heritage Farm settled by his family in 1855. He and Francella retired and moved into New Hampton in 1997. During his farming years he raised purebred Herefords, and raised, broke and sold American Cream Draft Horses. Timmy enjoyed playing cards, reading, traveling but most loved the time he spent with his family.

Survivors include his wife of 62 years, Francella; six children, Sandra Burgart of West Des Moines, James (Becky) Burgart of Council Bluffs, David (Jeanne) Burgart of Clear Lake, Carolyn Nelson of Ionia, Lawrence (Julie) Burgart of Rochester, Minn., Joseph (Karla) Burgart of Urbandale; 17 grandchildren; Mathew Burgart, Zachary Burgart, Jonathan Burgart, Jason Burgart, Justin Burgart, Phillip Burgart, Michael Burgart, Sarah Burgart, Aaron Burgart, Amber Kleiner, Craig Nelson, Katherine Nelson, Jennifer Burgart, Timothy Burgart, Maggie Burgart, Ronald Burgart, Andrew Burgart; six great-grandchildren; Aubrey, Annabelle, Matilda, Samuel, Wesson and Emma; two sisters-in-law, Elma Burgart, Mavis Burgart, both of New Hampton.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a son-in-law, Reggie Nelson; four brothers, Clarence Burgart, Ray Burgart, Marvin Burgart, Clayton Burgart; three sisters, Adeline Ries, Sarah Heit and Loraine Kolbet.

Published in Globe Gazette on May 17, 2012

William "Bill" Harrold

CHARLES CITY - William "Bill" Harrold, died Wednesday, May 16, 2012, at his home.
Arrangements are pending with the Hauser Funeral Home, in Charles City, 641-228-2323, www.hauserfh.com.

Published in Globe Gazette on May 17, 2012

LaVerne C. "Bud" Kittleson
U.S. Army   WWII;  U.S. Navy  Korean Conflict

MASON CITY - LaVerne C. "Bud" Kittleson, 88, of Mason City, died Tuesday, May 15, 2012, at home. No services are planned at this time. As per Bud's wishes, his body will be cremated. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com.

Bud was born April 14, 1924, in Mason City, the son of Clarence and Clara (Elstad) Kittleson. He graduated from Mason City High School. Bud enlisted in the US Army during WWII and would later enlist in the US Navy during the Korean War. Bud worked for the Federal Government in the Soil & Water Conservation Department for 30 years. He retired in 1979.

Bud is survived by his wife, Marilyn Kittleson of Mason City; son, Mark (Roylene) Kittleson of Nora Springs, daughter, Dr. Judy (Richard) Severson of Wilson, Mich., stepdaughter, Lynette (Larry) Sherer of Maxwell, stepson, John (Linda) Shook of Rapid City, S.D., stepson, Sherman Richard (Becky) Shook of Slater, stepdaughter, Heidi (Ron) Lusson of Crystal Lake; 18 grandchildren; 26 great grandchildren; sisters, Margaret Grell of Northwood and Beverly Sturges of Florida; brother, Alfred Kittleson of Delmar; many nieces and nephews.

Bud was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Nels; three sisters, Carrie, Evelyn, and Lorraine.

Arrangements: Major Erickson Funeral Home & Crematory, 111 N. Pennsylvania Avenue, Mason City, 641-423-0924, www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com.

Published in Globe Gazette from May 16 to May 17, 2012

Duane Onley Newton
U.S. Army   Korean Conflict

BELLA VISTA, Ark. - Duane Onley Newton, 80, of Bella Vista, Ark. died Thursday, May 10, 2012, at Circle of Life - Legacy in Bentonville, Ark. He was born on Aug. 24, 1931, in Nora Springs, to Theonley Newton and Elsa Marah Newton. Duane married Shirley Hicks on Aug. 2, 1969, in Coon Rapids.

He graduated from the State Teachers College of Iowa, where he played baseball, and served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He received his masters degree from Drake University. "Newt" taught, coached and was an administrator in the NESCO and Colo-NESCO school districts for 39 years. He was inducted into the Iowa High School Baseball Coaches and Athletic Directors Halls of Fame.

In his retirement, he moved to Bella Vista from Zearing. Newt enjoyed fishing, golfing with the Oldies and 9-hole groups, gardening, and watching baseball and the Razorbacks. He was a member of the Bella Vista Community Church, and a 50 year member of American Legion Post 116.

He is survived by his wife, Shirley Newton of Bella Vista; two sons, Thomas Newton (Becky) of Des Moines, Christopher Newton of Springdale, Ark.; one brother, Jerry Newton (Joyce) of Charles City; twin grandchildren, Roy and Claire.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Graveside services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 19, at the Zearing Cemetery. A luncheon at the Zearing United Methodist Church will follow the service.

Memorials are suggested to the Circle of Life Hospice-Legacy, 900 Verdant, Bentonville, Arkansas 72712.

Fredregill Funeral Home, 310 N. Center St., Zearing.

Published in Globe Gazette on May 17, 2012

Delgene Nicolai

RICEVILLE -Delgene Nicolai, 73, of Riceville, passed away at the Riceville Family Care & Therapy Center on Tuesday, May 15, 2012.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 19, at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Riceville with Rev. Erich J. Hoeft officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery in Riceville with Military Honors conducted by the American Legion - Roy Gue Post 244.

Friends may call at the Lindstrom Funeral Home on Friday, May 18, during the hours of 5-7 p.m.

Published in Globe Gazette on May 17, 2012

Patricia Ann "Patti" Olson

MASON CITY - Patricia Ann "Patti" Olson, 56, of 1324 N. Carolina Place, Mason City, died Tuesday, May 15, 2012, at the Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit, Mason City, Iowa after a courageous battle with cancer surrounded by her loving family.

Celebrating of Patti's life will be 11 a.m. Saturday May 19, at the Columbarium at Memorial Park Cemetery, Mason City with Deacon Matt Berry officiating.
 Family suggests memorials to Hospice of North Iowa or Mercy Cancer Center in lieu of flowers. As of Patti's wishes she asked that you please dress casual. Following the service the family ask that you please join them at the Moose Lodge to share memories and have refreshments.

Patti was born July 15, 1955, in Mason City, the daughter of Kenneth E. and Charlotte (Formanek) Olson.

She graduated from Mason City High School in 1973 and then attended N.I.A.C.C. Patti was in the food service business, where she owned and operated the Checker Flag café and later worked at LD's and N.I.A.C.C.

Patti married Tim Wilmarth Dec. 31, 1994. She enjoyed trips to Mystic Lake and Diamond Jo's; walking in East Park with Tim and her dog Sophie. Patti cherished time with her family and the LDs girls. She was known for her cooking and was written up in Where America Eats about her hot beef and homemade pies.

Patti is survived by her parents Kenneth and Charlotte Olson, Mason City; son Joshua Walusz, Mason City; her dog Sophie; special friend Tim Wilmarth, Mason City; six brothers and sisters Dianne (Lowell) Buss, Victoria, Minn., Bill Olson, Campbellsville, Ky., Bonnie (Roger) Graham, Bullhead City, Ariz., Connie (Steve) Rowe, Martinsburg, W. Va., Scott (Kim) Olson, Gilbert, Ariz. and Jon (Sandy) Olson, Mason City; 11 nieces and nephews and seven great nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents.

Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 Third St. N.E., Mason City, 641-423-2372, www.colonialchapels.com.

Published in Globe Gazette from May 16 to May 17, 2012

Betty R. Schumaker

MASON CITY - Betty R. Schumaker, 85, of Nora Springs, died Wednesday, May 16, 2012, at the Mercy Medical Center North Iowa.

Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, May 19, at the First Church of the Nazarene, 507 South Carolina Ave., with Rev. Al Foster officiating. Interment will take place in Elmwood - St. Joseph Cemetery.

Visitation will be held Friday, 5-7 p.m. at Major Erickson Funeral Home, 111 N. Pennsylvania Ave. Memorials may be given to Betty R. Schumaker memorial fund in care of the family.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com.
Arrangements: Major Erickson Funeral Home & Crematory, Mason City, 641-423-0924, www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com.

Published in Globe Gazette on May 17, 2012

Thelma Zwiefel

CLARION - Thelma Zwiefel, 98, of Clarion, passed away Wednesday, May 16, 2012, at The Heart of Wright (formerly Careage of Clarion) in Clarion.

Funeral services for Thelma Zwiefel will be held on Saturday, May 19, at 10:30 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 201 Third Avenue North East, in Clarion with Pastor Don Morrison officiating. Burial will be at Evergreen Cemetery in Clarion.

Visitation will be held on Friday, May 18, from 5-7 p.m. at Ewing Funeral Home, 602 North Main Street, in Clarion and will continue one hour prior to services at the church.

Ewing Funeral Home, Clarion, 515-532-2233, www.ewingfh.com.

Published in Globe Gazette on May 17, 2012

Posted on 17 May 2012

Paul Martin "Marty" Davidson

Oskaloosa - Paul Martin "Marty" Davidson, 63, of Oskaloosa died Tuesday, May 15, 2012, at Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines as the result of injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident on April 22, 2012.

He was the son of Burdon and Doris Nelson Davidson, born on March 28, 1949, at Riverside, Calif. He graduated from Clear Lake Iowa High School with the class of 1968. Following high school he served in the United States Army. Following his discharge he returned to Mason City and went to work for Winnebago Industries.

On May 13, 1972, he was united in marriage to Trudy Wyscarver in Oskaloosa. In 1973 they moved to Boulder, Colo., where Marty worked for Pepsi Cola driving a route truck. In 1976, they moved to Oskaloosa and he continued to work for Pepsi and later Marty started his career as a long-haul driver, first for Lynn's Transport, Food Liner and currently for West Side Transit out of Cedar Rapids.
He was a member of the Eagles, V.F.W. and ABATE. He enjoyed riding motorcycles, animals (especially dogs), target shooting, reading, watching movies and was an avid Minnesota Vikings Fan.

His family includes his wife of 40 years, Trudy Davidson of Oskaloosa; two children, Wade Davidson (and Amy Hines) of Pella and Paige Davidson (and Casey Mathes) of Pella; three grandchildren, Naden and Olivia Davidson and Mira Mathes; his father; a brother, Lee Davidson of Broken Arrow, Okla.; a sister and brother-in-law, Mary Ann and Terry Osborn of University Park; and nieces and nephews, Abby Wilson, Alex Osborn, Elizabeth, Rachel and Chris Davidson.
He was preceded in death by his mother.

Open visitation will begin Friday after 11 a.m. in the Bates Funeral Chapel in Oskaloosa, and the family will be present from 5-7 Friday evening to greet friends and relatives. As was his wish, he will be cremated following the visitation and no formal services are planned.
 
The Bates Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements. Bates Funeral Chapel, 114 South 7th St., Oskaloosa, 641-673-7366.

Published in Globe Gazette on May 18, 2012

William "Bill" Harrold

Charles City - William "Bill" Harrold, a longtime Charles City businessman, passed away Wednesday, May 16, 2012, at his home.

Per Bill's request no service will be held. A celebration of life for the family is being planned.
William H. Harrold was born in Olney, Ill., the son of William H. and Opal Crosby Harrold. The family later moved to Iowa and settled near Greene. After graduating from Greene High School, Bill continued his education at Ann Arbor, Mich., and became a supervisor for Ford Motor Company. Upon his return to Iowa Bill became owner of B&H Transport Company with offices in Mason City, Greene and Pocahontas. Before his retirement he ventured into real estate and maintained an office at 101 North Main Street in Charles City.

He was a past member of the Lions Club, Charles City Country Club and Congregational Church where he earlier served as a deacon. He also attended Saint John Evangelical Lutheran Church with his family.

Annual fishing trips with his children, golfing with his friends, card games with the Field family and spending time with his grandchildren and special nephew Ethan brought great joy to his life.
Bill will be remembered for his kindness, honesty, respect for others, devotion and caring ways to his family, and his infectious smile.

Living family members include his wife, Dianne Harrold; his children, Robert (Tonya) Harrold, Barbara (John) Jansee, Bill (Barb) Harrold Jr., Becky (Chet) Scott, Bruce Harrold and Mark (Karen) Hagen; 19 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; a brother, George "Buddy" Harrold; and four sisters-in-law, Delores Abel, Donna (Larry) Stewart, Dixie (Jack) Dunagan and Debbie (Dar) Gitch.
He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Eileen DePuew; a brother, Paul Harrold; a daughter-in-law, Michele Harrold; and a sister-in-law, Dolly Field Lyman.

In lieu of flowers or memorials it is the family's desire that you keep them in your thoughts and prayers.

The Hauser Funeral Home in Charles City, 641-228-2323, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.hauserfh.com.

Published in Globe Gazette on May 18, 2012

Joy F. Isebrand

Britt - Joy F. Isebrand, 86, of Titonka, died Tuesday, May 15, 2012, at the Hancock County Hospital in Britt.

Memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 19, at 10:30 a.m. at Good Hope Lutheran Church in Titonka with the Rev. Wayne Garman officiating.

Visitation will be held one hour before the funeral on Saturday.

Oakcrest Funeral Services of Titonka is in charge of arrangements.www.oakcrestfuneralservices.com

Published in Globe Gazette on May 18, 2012

Jessie L. Nelson

FOREST CITY - Jessie L. Nelson died Monday, May 14, 2012, at the Good Samaritan Care Center in Forest City.

Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m., Saturday, May 19, at Calvary Baptist Church in Forest City with Pastor Douglas Farrell officiating.
Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery in Forest City.

Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, May 18, at Petersen Lund Funeral Home, 505 N. Clark St., Forest City, and will continue one hour prior to services at the church.

Jessie L. Nelson was born on May 21, 1924, in Chicago, Ill., to Frederick and Jessie (Stewart) Packman. Her mother died in childbirth and she was raised by her maternal aunt and uncle, Lillian and Tobias Tobiason of Forest City. She attended several country schools and Forest City High School but graduated from Von Steuben High School in Chicago.

On May 7, 1943, Jessie was united in marriage to Vernon C. Nelson in the First Baptist Church Parsonage in Van Nuys, Calif. After World War II they made their home in Forest City, where Vernon worked as a carpenter and contractor until retirement.

Their first child, Jean Louise, died at birth but they were blessed with three more daughters, Carol, Nancy and Annette.

Jessie was saved in her early 20s and loved the Lord. She taught Sunday School for many years at Calvary Baptist Church. She loved music and had a song for every occasion. She was always cheerful and optimistic. She was a member of the Happy Hour Birthday Club and the Ladies Mission Circle at Calvary Baptist Church.

Jessie is survived by her daughters, Carol (Don) Collings, Washington, Iowa, Nancy (James Gabriel) Nelson, Forest City, Annette (John) Nissen, Audubon, Iowa; six grandsons, Jon (Marda) Collings, Jay (Erin) Collings, Darren (Denise) Collings, CJ (Becky) Nissen, Ben (Lisa) Nissen and Brady Nissen; 13 great-grandchildren; and a brother, Ralph (Adrienne) Tobiason.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Vernon; her daughter, Jean; her parents; and brother, Tom, and sister, Betty.

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

Published in Globe Gazette on May 18, 2012

Delgene Nicolai

RICEVILLE - Delgene Nicolai, 73, of Riceville, died at the Riceville Family Care & Therapy Center on Tuesday, May 15, 2012.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 19, at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Riceville with the Rev. Erich J. Hoeft officiating.

Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery in Riceville with military honors conducted by the American Legion-Roy Gue Post 244.

Friends may call at the Lindstrom Funeral Home on Friday, May 18, from 5 to 7 p.m.
Lindstrom Funeral Home, 401 E. Main St., Riceville, 641-985-2242.

Published in Globe Gazette on May 18, 2012

Betty R. Schumaker

MASON CITY - Betty R. Schumaker, 85, of Mason City and recently of Nora Springs, died Wednesday, May 16, 2012, at Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 19, at the First Church of the Nazarene, 507 S. Carolina Ave., Mason City, with the Rev. Al Foster officiating.
Interment will take place in Elmwood-St. Joseph Cemetery in Mason City.

Visitation will be held Friday, May 18, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Major Erickson Funeral Home, 111 N. Pennsylvania Ave. Memorials may be given to the Betty R. Schumaker memorial fund in care of the family.

Betty Ruth Burd was born August 14, 1926, in Meta, Missouri, the daughter of Reverend Warren E. and Verna M. (Jackson) Burd. She graduated in 1944 from Iberia High School in Iberia, Missouri; she also graduated from Nurse's Training in Marshalltown in 1948. She was married in Keokuk on July 6, 1952, to Raymond R. Schumaker. Betty and Raymond were blessed with eight children. She was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene.

Betty was a lifelong Christian who enjoyed attending church, spending time with her children and grandchildren, dinning out and embroidering. Betty loved horses and was an avid John Wayne fan who enjoyed watching John Wayne movies, collecting memorabilia and attending the annual John Wayne Festival in Winterset.

Betty was known for many things, including her quick wit and sense of humor, her fried chicken and how she lived life with zeal and loved to be on the go, which led to her famous response when asked if she wanted to go somewhere: "All I have to do is get my shoes on." Betty was getting her shoes on and on the go until the two days before her death.

Betty's life served as an example to many who knew her, especially in her roles as a Christian and as a mother. Betty was known as "Ma Schu" to countless friends of her children and others she befriended throughout her life. Her most cherished role on earth was the one all of her children know she was born to do, and that was the role of mother.

Betty is survived by her eight children, Bruce Schumaker (Shelly) of Olathe, Kan., Jeff Schumaker (Pam) of Denver, Colo., Robert Schumaker of Nora Springs, Kay Schumaker of Mason City, Sandra Servantez (Michael) of Mason City, Roger Schumaker (Brenda) of Nora Springs, Tony Schumaker of Mason City, and Terry Schumaker (Sherri Olson) of Mason City; sister, Joyce Foster and husband Al of Kansas City, Missouri; 11 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren who knew her as grandma-great.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Raymond, in 1989; brother, Stanley Burd; daughter-in-law, Ruth Schumaker; and grandson, Scott Schumaker.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com
Arrangements: Major Erickson Funeral Home & Crematory, Mason City, 641-423-0924, www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com.

Published in Globe Gazette on May 18, 2012

Posted on 18 May 2012

James "Jim" Alexander

HAMPTON - James "Jim" Alexander, 84, of Hampton, died on May 17, 2012, at his home with his wife, Joan, at his side.

Funeral services will be on Monday, May 21, at 2 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Hampton with Pastor Wayne Hagen and Rev. Dr. Tim Diebel officiating.

Visitation will be on Sunday, May 20, 2012, from 4-7 p.m. at Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton. Burial will be in the Hampton Cemetery. Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton is in charge of the arrangements.

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

Published in Globe Gazette on May 19, 2012

Charles D. Bird

LOWER GWYNEDD, Pa. - Charles D. Bird of Lower Gwynedd, Pa., died Sunday, May 13, 2012, at Spring House Estates. He was 82 years old. Charles was born March 17, 1930, in Woden, son of the late Clarence Albert Bird and the late Mina Elizabeth Sophia Bird (nee - Ward).

He is the resident of Spring House Estates, formerly of Fort Washington. Beloved husband of Shirley for nearly 57 years; father of Amy Bird, and David Bird and his wife Katherine; grandfather of Nicholas, Anne, Robert, Caroline, Elizabeth, Margaret, and Charles; brother of Robert Bird of Woden, Dale Bird and his wife Glenys of McHenry, Ill., and the late Irma McVey.

Charlie was born, raised, and educated in Iowa. He graduated from the Iowa State University with a degree in Agricultural Engineering. Charlie was certified as an Electrical Engineer in Pennsylvania. He was employed at the Westinghouse Electric Corporation for 38 years where he worked as an Electrical Engineer and retired as a District Sales Manager. He was a long time member of Manufacturers' Golf and Country Club and the Reformed Church of Willow Grove.

Relatives and friends greeted his family 10-11:30 a.m., Thursday, May 17, and his memorial service was held 11:30 a.m. at The Reformed Church of Willow Grove, 1500 North Hills Ave., Willow Grove, PA 19090.

Religious services were conducted by the Rev. Christopher Heitkamp from The Reformed Church of Willow Grove.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his memory to The Reformed Church of Willow Grove, 1500 North Hills Ave., Willow Grove, PA 19090 willowgrovereformed.org.

Family flowers arranged by Kremp Florist 215-657-6700. www.wetzelandson.com.

Published in Globe Gazette on May 19, 2012
 

Gaylord LaVon Kuhlmann

NORTHWOOD - Gaylord LaVon Kuhlmann, 80, Northwood, died Thursday, May 17, 2012, at the Manly Nursing and Rehab Center.

A funeral service for LaVon will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 22, at the First Lutheran Church, 309 North 9th Street, Northwood, with Pastor Karen Rossing Grandall officiating. Burial will be in the Sunset Rest Cemetery in Northwood.

Visitation will be held from 5-7 p.m. on Monday at the at the Conner Colonial Chapel, 1008 First Ave. South, Northwood.

Conner Colonial Chapel, 641-324-1543, www.colonialchapels.com.

Published in Globe Gazette on May 19, 2012

Ralph Litterer

GREENE - Ralph Litterer, 89, of Greene, died Thursday, May 17, 2012, at the University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City.

Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m., Monday, May 21, at the Brethren Church in Greene, with Pastor Ashok Patet officiating. Burial will be in the Rose Hill Cemetery, Greene, with Military Honors conducted by Tack-Barnett Post 268, American Legion of Greene.

Visitation will be 4-7 p.m., Sunday, May 20, at Reid's Funeral Chapel, 519 N. First St. Greene; there will be a Scripture Service at 7 p.m.

Those planning an expression of sympathy may direct memorials to the Ralph Litterer Memorial Fund, c/o Reid's Funeral Chapel, P.O. Box 219, Greene, Iowa.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Reid's Funeral Chapel, 519 N. First St. Greene. 641-823-4457 www.reidsfunealchapel.com.

Published in Globe Gazette on May 19, 2012

Harold Melvin (Tub) Miller

LELAND - Harold (Tub) Melvin Miller, 70, of Leland, died Thursday, May 10, 2012, at Hospice of North Iowa, in Mason City.

Harold Miller was born April 8, 1942, to Wilbur and Vera (O'Donnell) Miller. He attended high school in Osage and served three years in the Navy.

Harold worked at various jobs throughout the years including Bell Telephone, Ford Manufacturing, Winnebago Industries, was assistant manager at the bowling alley and drove limo in Chicago.
Harold recently delivered the Sunday Des Moines Register and had a candy machine route.

Harold enjoyed bowling, fishing, camping, old cars, old 50's/60's and country music, and playing softball. For the last 28 years he has enjoyed being with his special friend Jan Blankenship, playing penny cribbage, gambling, gardening, watching birds and had traveled to the Gulf in their motor home. Harold had a great love of dogs and growing roses.

He is survived by his mother Vera (Miller) Ross of St. Ansgar, brother Duane Miller of Boaz, Ala., sister Annette Bryan of Florida, daughter Marla Sgarbossa (Joseph) of Illinois, sons Harold Britt Jr. (Laurie) of Florida, Michael Britt (Gina) of Illinois and stepson Dean Storgaard of St. Ansgar, 11 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; special friend of 28 years, Jan Blankenship of Leland, and her children Leslie Grothe, Todd Blankenship (Joni) and Robin Peterson (David) their children and grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his father, Wilbur Miller and stepdaughter Susie Storgaard.

A memorial Mass will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, June 29, at St. James Catholic Church in Forest City. Family and friends are welcome to attend.

Published in Globe Gazette on May 19, 2012

Darwin G. Noelting

DUMONT - Darwin G. Noelting, 89, of Dumont, Iowa, died Friday, May 18, 2012, at his home in Dumont.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, May 22, at 1:30 p.m. at the New Hope Parish of the United Methodist Church in Dumont.

Visitation will be held 4-7 p.m. Monday at the Sietsema Vogel Funeral Home in Dumont, Iowa. Burial will be held at the Dumont Cemetery in Dumont.

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

Published in Globe Gazette on May 19, 2012

Dave Oehlert

CLEAR LAKE - Dave Oehlert, 63, of Clear Lake, passed away Tuesday May 16, 2012, at home. The family suggest memorials may be given to Hospice of North Iowa.

A time of sharing memories will be from 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, May 23, at the Clear Lake, V.F.W. 219 Main Ave, Clear Lake.

Dave B. Oehlert, son of Howard and Verna (Davis) Oehlert, was born on March 31, 1949. He attended Ventura elementary and graduated from Ventura High School in 1967. He was a standout halfback on a powerful Viking football team.

 Dave went to Mason City Junior College and later to Mankato College. That's where Dave hooked up with Minnesota Vikings traveling around in winter for area basketball games to play area high school coaches, where he was known as the Goatman by the Vikings and it wasn't uncommon to have the old Viking Players at his house.

Dave came back home to help with the Oehlert farm operation. Later on he drove many a load of corn for Karen & Gary Peters.

Back in the day, Dave's passion was stock car racing. He would rub fenders with Harvey Pattersen, Jerry Hejna and Billy Olson. Dave was always famous for winning the B-Feature at the race track. Dave was happy when he was painting houses. He painted quite a few in the Clear Lake area. Dave loved spending time with his golfing buddies especially Stu and Gene Parr and Bob Hagen. Never a dull moment, Dave would fire up his poison pen and write an editorial. Some were quite clever.
Dave was loved by all and will be missed by many.

Dave is survived by brother, Richard (Cherie) Oehlert and their children Jon (Cassie) Sheer and their children Hayden and Lyla ; Angie (Ray) Powell and their children Teaghan and Tierney; brother, Garry (Julie) Oehlert and their children Brooke Nowell and her son Trenton, Grant Oehlert, Syretta (Josh) Groves, and their children Blake, Riley and Jace; Andy (Bethany) Monson, and their children Carly and Lehman; cousin Chuck Stepleton, Uncle Oscar Davis, along with several cousins, nieces, nephews and other family members and friends.

Dave was preceded in death by his mother, Verna, father Howard, infant sister Margaret Ann and his aunt Maxine Davis.

Ward-Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, 101 North 4th Street, Clear Lake, IA 50428, 641-357-2193, www.colonialchapels.com.

Published in Globe Gazette on May 19, 2012

Everett L. Thompson

LEDYARD - Everett L. Thompson, 85, of Ledyard, died Thursday at Valley Vue Care Center in Armstrong.

A funeral service will be held on Monday, May 21, 10:30 a.m. at Bethany E. & R. Church, Ledyard with Pastor Doug Van Der Pol officiating. Burial will be in Highland Home Cemetery with military honors conducted by the Matzner-Estle American Legion Post #675 of Ledyard.

Visitation will be from 4-7 p.m. on Sunday at Bethany E. & R. Church in Ledyard and will continue one hour prior to the service at the church on Monday.

Oakcrest Funeral Services of Bancroft in charge of arrangements. www.oakcrestfuneralservices.com.

Published in Globe Gazette on May 19, 2012

Posted on 19 May 2012

James "Jim" Alexander

HAMPTON - James "Jim" Alexander, age 84, of Hampton, passed away Thursday, May 17, 2012, at his home with his loving wife, Joan, at his side.

Funeral services will be Monday, May 21, at 2 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Hampton with Pastor Wayne Hagen and Rev. Dr. Tim Diebel officiating. Burial will be in the Hampton Cemetery.

Visitation will be Sunday, May 20, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton. Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton is in charge of the arrangements.

Jim was born April 22, 1928, to James M. and Mildred (Kleinmeyer) Alexander. He was united in marriage to Joan Roose on Aug. 20, 1950.

Jim graduated from UNI and the University of Iowa. He was superintendent of schools for 38 years - two at Fairbank, eight at Wapsie Valley and 28 at Hampton. Jim was president of the Iowa Association of School Administrators, Iowa Girls Athletic Union, Hampton Rotary, Hampton Country Club and St. Paul's Lutheran Church.

Jim is survived by his wife, Joan; children Ellen (Jim) Cooper, Wanda Alexander, Lori (Tim) Diebel, Sherry (Paul) Mott, and Steve (Deb) Alexander; grandchildren Jessica, Allison and Joe Cooper, Alexander and Ryan Mott, and Kimberly Alexander; stepchildren Christopher (Dawn) Cooper, Christopher and Merryl Diebel, and Brittany Hanson; great-grandchild, Nathan Cooper; and two sisters, Mrs. Sarah Ruth (Raymond) Poppe and Mary Brassard.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents, an infant son, Brian James Alexander, and two brothers-in-law, Rev. LaVern Brassard and John Roose.

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

Published in Globe Gazette from May 19 to May 20, 2012

Michelle E. Hanson

Britt - Michelle E. Hanson, 53, died Saturday, May 19, 2012, at the Westview Care Center in Britt.

Upon her wishes her body will be cremated and memorial services will be held at a later date.
Major Erickson Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of arrangements.
www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com.

Published in Globe Gazette on May 20, 2012

LaVonne Kriesel

HAMPTON - LaVonne Kriesel, 93, of Hampton, died on May 12, 2012, at the Sudley Manor care facility in Manassas, Va.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 22, at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Hampton, with family greeting friends from 9:30 a.m. until service time.

Burial will take place at the Trinity Lutheran Church Cemetery in rural Hampton. Rev. Karl Bollhagen will be officiating.

Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Homes, Hampton, is in charge of arrangements.

Published in Globe Gazette on May 20, 2012

Gaylord LaVon Kuhlmann
U.S. Air Force (1951-1955)

Northwood - Gaylord LaVon Kuhlmann, 80, Northwood, died Thursday, May 17, 2012, at the Manly Nursing and Rehab Center.

A funeral service for LaVon will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 22, at the First Lutheran Church, 309 N. Ninth St., Northwood, with Pastor Karen Rossing Grandall officiating. Burial will be in the Sunset Rest Cemetery in Northwood.

Visitation will be held from 5 until 7 p.m. on Monday at the Conner Colonial Chapel, 1008 First Ave. S., Northwood. Military graveside honors will be accorded by members of Our Buddies VFW Memorial Post No. 6779 of Northwood. Visitation will also be held one hour prior to service time on Tuesday at the church.

Gaylord LaVon Kuhlmann was born on Dec. 5, 1931, in Northwood, the son of Gaylord and Guida (Stalheim) Kuhlmann. LaVon received his education in the Northwood Public School system, graduating from Northwood High School. He was inducted in the Air Force on Dec. 22, 1951, in Des Moines, and served his country honorably and faithfully with the 11th Bomber Wing, and was discharged on Dec. 6, 1955, at Carswell Air Force Base at Ft. Worth, Texas. After his discharge from the Air Force he learned the trade of drywalling. He then moved to California.

He was united in marriage to Joyce Volger on Sept. 21, 1957, at the Hollywood Lutheran Church in Hollywood, Calif. They moved to Northwood and LaVon started a drywalling business and continued in the business until his retirement.

He enjoyed hunting, fishing, horseback riding, camping and taking his family on hunting and horseback-riding trips.

He was a member of First Lutheran Church in Northwood, the state Muscular Dystrophy Associations, and the Saddle Seekers club.

Those left to cherish his memory are his children, Gail Kuhlmann and her fiancé, DuWayne Bottleman, of Northwood, and Gail's son, Gerad (Julia Brunner) Kuhlmann, Linda (Bob) Link of Northwood, and their children, Amber (Tim Ouverson) Carlson, Laura Carlson and Garrett Carlson, Kathy Rush of Clear Lake and her children Aaron Rush and his fiancé, Katie Dahl, and Jordan Rush; five great-grandchildren: Dylon, Collin, Jocelyn, Trinity, and Renae; his sisters, Marcile (Dean) Perry of New Ulm, Minn., Bev (Glenn) Davis of New York, and Dodie (Jerry) Belanger of New Hope, Minn.; his sisters- and brothers-in-law, Cherie Volger, Joanne (Dick) McCrillis and Don (Donna) Volger; as well as several nieces, nephews and many other extended family members and friends.

LaVon was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Joyce; son, Gary; and two grandsons, Joshua Kuhlmann, and Cody Cox.

Conner Colonial Chapel, 641-324-1543, www.colonialchapels.com

Published in Globe Gazette from May 18 to May 20, 2012

Judy K. Lemmon

TITONKA - Judy K. Lemmon, 66, of Britt died Thursday, May 3, 2012, at St. Vincent Medical Center in Bridgeport, Conn.

A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, May 23, at First Lutheran Church, 70 Fifth Ave. N.W., Britt, with Pastor Lee Nelson officiating. Inurnment will be at Evergreen Cemetery in Britt.

A gathering of family and friends will be held on Tuesday, May 22, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Ewing Funeral Chapel, 178 Center St. W., in Britt, and will continue one hour prior to the service.

Ewing Funeral Chapel, 178 Center St. W., Britt, Iowa 50423; 641-843-3839; www.ewingfh.com.

Published in Globe Gazette on May 20, 2012

Ralph Carl Litterer
U.S. Army Air Force   WWII

Greene - Funeral services for Ralph Litterer, 89, of Greene, will be 10:30 a.m., Monday, May 21, 2012, at the Church of the Brethren in Greene, with Pastor Ashok Patet officiating. Burial will be in the Rose Hill Cemetery, Greene, with military honors conducted by Tack-Barnett Post 268, American Legion of Greene.

Visitation will be 4 to 7 p.m., Sunday, May 20, at Reid's Funeral Chapel, 519 N. First St., Greene, with a Scripture service at 7 p.m.

Ralph Carl Litterer was born on April 8, 1923, in Butler County, Iowa, the eldest of 12 children blessed to Theophil and Elsie (Witt) Litterer.

He entered eternal rest on Thursday, May 17, 2012, at the University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City.
He received his education in country school. As a young man he worked as a farm hand. He was inducted into the United States Army Air Force on April 2, 1943, and served as an airplane mechanic. Ralph was honorably discharged on Feb. 20, 1946. Later he worked for Pooley's Implement and for Hamilton and Gabe.

On May 29, 1950, Ralph was united in marriage to Ardys Pauline Barth at the United Church of Christ Pleasant Hill in rural Nashua. This union was blessed with one daughter and two sons.

Ralph worked for Van Dyke Cars and Barth Chevrolet (for more than 20 years) before becoming self-employed as the owner of Ralph's Co-op Service. He retired at the age of 65, but for only one year. At the age of 66 Ralph became a city worker, working for Greene where he remained for the next 14 years. Following his true retirement at age 80 he remained active helping his family and friends build their homes or helping out with any work that needed to be done. He was a "Jack of all Trades" and mastered them all.

He was a member of the Church of the Brethren in Greene where he served as a deacon, usher and maintenance man. Ralph was very active in church activities and with a cheerful heart was always willing to perform any duty presented to him.

Ralph is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Ardys; one daughter: Jolene (Jason) Jenkins, Woodlawn, Tenn.; two sons: Douglas (Connie) Litterer of Greene, and Bruce (Jerilynn) Litterer of Woodlands, Texas; seven grandchildren: Tracy (Mike) Martzahn, Sara (Marty) Adelmund, Kristy (Jeremy) Hovde, Mandy (Richard) Frost, Melissa (Kevin) Blackwood, Shawn (Molly) Litterer, Megan (Michael) Travis; 16 great-grandchildren: Logan, Lucas, Brandon, Molly, Carly, Jacy, Lexy, Bryce, Brady, Braeden, Makenzie, Alivia, Hunter, Ethan, Ava, Aubrie; three sisters: Ruth Fisher, Nashua, Margret (Carl) Horengic, Upper Marboro, Md., Shirley (Dave) Rottink, Plainfield; six brothers: Paul (Mary) Litterer, Waverly, Wilbur (Marge) Litterer, Waverly, Richard (Ida) Litterer, Clarksville, Roger (Peggy) Litterer, Clarksville, Arnold (Yvonne) Litterer, Marble Rock, Bob (Sherry) Litterer, Clarksville; sister-in-law Ann Litterer, Waverly; brother-in-law: Mark Fisher, Charles City.

He was preceded in death by his parents, sister, Hulda Fisher, and brother, Lawrence Litterer.
Those planning an expression of sympathy may direct memorials to the Ralph Litterer Memorial Fund, c/o Reid's Funeral Chapel, P.O. Box 219, Greene, Iowa.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Reid's Funeral Chapel, 519 N. First St., Greene; 641-823-4457; www.reidsfuneralchapels.com.

Published in Globe Gazette from May 18 to May 20, 2012

Antoinette Orndorff

FLOYD - Antoinette Orndorff, formerly of Floyd, died March 20, 2005, in Tulsa, Okla.

Memorial graveside services for Antoinette Orndorff will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 23, at Sunnyside Memory Gardens, rural Charles City. Pastor Martha Bennett of Floyd Grace United Methodist Church will officiate.

The Hauser Funeral Home, in Charles City, 641-228-2323, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.hauserfh.com.

Published in Globe Gazette on May 20, 2012

Posted on 20 May 2012 by Marie Thompson