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David L. Schmidt (LeQ) MASON CITY -- David L. Schmidt (LeQ), 57, of Mason City passed away Monday, Oct. 14, 2013, at the Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit, Mason City. A celebration of life service will be held at a later date. David was born in Iowa City on June 27, 1956, to Carroll and Wanda Schmidt. David was a free spirit. He traveled the U.S. experiencing life to the fullest. He made his home in New York City until moving back to Mason City in 1998 due to illness. David fought a long and hard battle until he just couldn't fight anymore. He said he lived a full life and experienced more than most. He is survived by his sisters, Theresa (Ron) Corell, Manly; Carrie (Jennifer) Schmidt, Charles City; Tracy Schmidt and Joan Nikolay, Mankato, Minnesota; Cristy Cooper, Manly; aunt, Alice (Bub) Anderson; nieces and nephews; beloved cats Kiki and Dana; extended family The Gomez Family; and very special friends, Val, Tara. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Dean Schmidt, Donny Schmidt; maternal and paternal grandparents; and his beloved cat Diva. Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 Third St. N.E., Mason City, IA 50401, 641-423-2372; ColonialChapels.com Russell Korte
PLYMOUTH
-- Russell Korte, 63, of Plymouth, died
Monday, Oct. 14, 2013, at his home.
Private graveside services will be held
at Elmwood-St. Joseph Cemetery at a
later date. Memorials may be directed to
the Russell Korte Memorial Fund. Online
condolences may be left for the family
at www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com. Norman J. Wegener GRAETTINGER, Iowa -- Norman J. Wegener, 81, died Oct. 10, 2013, at the Highline Medical Center, Burien, Washington A memorial service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 21, at Bethel Lutheran Church, Graettinger, Iowa, with Pastor Chris Lang officiating. A memorial visitation will be held from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 21, at the church. Norman Wegener, the son of Robert and Ottila Wegener, was born April 29, 1932, in Fairfield Township, Iowa. He received his education in Cylinder, Iowa. On Dec. 21, 1952, he was united in marriage to June Grethen in Fairville, Iowa. Following their marriage, the couple farmed west of Graettinger. He had a fishing business in which he took people to northern Canada. Dad enjoyed fishing in Canada and having shore lunches at Mirond Lake. Also he enjoyed driving all over the United States delivering whatever vehicles needed to be delivered. He was employed for several years by Bennett Drive Away in Forest City, and Quality Drive Away in Goshen, Ind., delivering motor homes and other vehicles. He was a member of Bethel Lutheran Church in Graettinger. Left to cherish his memory are his children: Beth (Wegener) and Mike Kezar, Forest City; Bruce and Marcia Wegener, Allen, Texas; Terry and Maryann Wegener, Marion, Iowa; daughter-in-law Pam Wegener, Denison, Iowa. Grandchildren: Maggie Wegener, Jessica (Blair) Seim, Heather Clemons, Scott (Martha) Wegener, Samantha Wegener, Ellen (Joseph) Clark, and Mary (David) LaSala; three great-grandchildren: Zander Clemons, Maya Seim, and Annabel Wegener; siblings: Marjorie Benson, Morris, Minnesota, Ruth (Dick) Matheson, Nora Springs, Iowa; Lyndon Wegener, Prescott Valley, Arizona; Dale (Lois) Wegener, Emmetsburg, and David (Colleen) Wegener, Largo, Florida, and many nieces and nephews. Preceding Norman in death are his wife June (Grethen) Wegener; son Steve Wegener; his parents; brothers, Robert Wegener and Merlyn Wegener. Henry-Olson Funeral Home, Box 367, Estherville, IA 51334, 712-362-2646; www.henryolsonfuneral.com Harlan E. Carolus GARN ER --Harlan E. Carolus, 82, of Garner died Monday, Oct. 14, at Hancock County Memorial Hospital in Britt. Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 19, at the United Presbyterian Church in Garner with the Rev. Justin Asche officiating. Burial will be in Concord Township Cemetery in Garner, with military rites by the Garner Veterans Ceremonial Unit. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday at the United Presbyterian Church and will continue one hour prior to services at the church on Saturday. Cataldo Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be directed to the United Presbyterian Church or Hospice of North Iowa. Cataldo Funeral Home, Garner, IA 641-923-2841 www.cataldofuneralhome.com Gale Rehm ALDEN -- Gale Rehm, 74, of Alden, died Monday, Oct. 14, 2013, at Hospice of North Iowa, Mason, City. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Sunday, October 20, 2013, at Bethany Lutheran Church, 2712 Washington Ave., Iowa Falls, Iowa. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday, October 19, at Linn’s Funeral Home, 1521 Washington Ave., Iowa Falls, Iowa. Susan Marie Blau ALEXANDER -- Susan Marie Blau, 62, of Alexander, Iowa, died Monday, Oct. 14, 2013, at home. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday at St. John’s Lutheran Church, rural Hampton, with Pastor David Bernhardt officiating. Burial will be in the Alexander Cemetery in Alexander. Visitation will be from 4-7 p.m. Wednesday at Sietsema Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton. www.sietsemavogelfuneralhomes.com Ruby Hawke DUMONT-- Ruby Hawke, 95, of Dumont, formerly of Nashua, died Monday, Oct. 14, 2013, at the Dumont Wellness Center. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Retz Funeral Home, Sheffield. www.retzfh.com Don Skogen RAKE -- Don Skogen, 71, of Rake, died Monday, Oct. 14, 2013, at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester. A celebration of life service will be held 1:30 p.m. Saturday Oct. 19, 2013, at Zion Lutheran Church in Rake with Pastor Terry Mahnke officiating. Visitation will be from 4-7 p.m. on Friday, also at the church. Interment will be at West Cemetery in Rake. Online condolences can be left at www.winterfuneralhome.com Winter Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 414 First St. N.W., Buffalo Center, IA 50424; 641-562-2858; winterfuneral@wctatel.net Dean
Kenneth Debner Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Reid’s Funeral Chapel, 519 N. First St., Greene. 641-823-4457 www.reidsfuneralchapel.com Sharon Sandry BELMOND -- Sharon Sandry, 64, of Belmond, died, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2013, at her home in Belmond. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Andrews Funeral Home, Belmond, IA. 641-444-4474.
Donald R. deCathelineau
Donald deCathelineau was born to Herve and Irene (Dale) deCathelineau on Aug. 30, 1929, in Minneapolis. Shortly after he was born, he and his family moved to the Willmar area, where he attended country school. Following his schooling, Donald started working on the family farm. On Aug. 2, 1957 he was united in marriage to Carol Trongaard at Calvary Lutheran Church in Willmar. He served in the Army during the Korean War and was a member of the Willmar VFW. Donald started his own milking operation in 1961, and also worked part time for deCathelineau Construction. He enjoyed working, especially farming, which he did for 57 years. Donald also enjoyed spending time with his family. He would often quote movies, if the occasion called for it. Donald will always be known for his ability to tell stories and his contagious laugh. Donald is survived by his wife; Carol, children: Barrett (and Donna) deCathelineau of Mason City, Iowa, the Rev. Valerie deCathelineau of Buffalo, New York, Joseph (and Mary Jo) deCathelineau of Spicer, Minnesota, Joan deCathelineau of Marietta, Georgia, Lois deCathelineau of Willmar, Minnesota, and James deCathelineau of Spicer, Minnesota; grandchildren; Grant and Preston deCathelineau siblings; Herve Dale (Mary Ellen) of Willmar, Minnesota, Paul (and Elaine) deCathelineau of New London, Minnesota, Louis (and JoAnn) deCathelineau of Sun City West, Arizona, Margaret (and Stanley) Thompson of Spicer, Minnesota, Beverly Williams of New London, Minnesota, Blanche (and Robert) Peterson of Spicer, Minnesota, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; David deCathelineau, Helen Carver, Carol Fritz and infant brother, Stanley. Harvey Anderson Funeral Home, 1000 19th Ave. S.W., Willmar, MN 56201; 320-235-05435. Posted on 16 October 2013 Sharon D. Sandry
Funeral services will be held Friday, October 17, 2013, 10:30 a.m. at the Andrews Funeral Home, 561 1st Street S.E., Belmond. The Reverend Mike Schaefer will be officiating. Visitation will be Thursday at the Andrews Funeral Home, Belmond, from 5 to 7 p.m. and one hour prior to the funeral on Friday. Memorials may be directed to the Family of Sharon Sandry, P.O. Box 224, Belmond, IA 50421. Sharon D. Sandry, the daughter of William Benjiman and Tena Florence (Gruis) Sandry, was born December 12, 1948, at the Belmond Hospital. She was the youngest of four children born to this union which included her three brothers, Donald, Calvin and Marvin. Sharon attended Klemme High School, graduating with the Class of 1967. She continued her education at the Hamilton Business College in Mason City. She had worked for a number of years in the poultry industry in Alexander, Iowa. In more recent years Sharon had been employed in the convenience stores in Belmond, spending three years at Casey's General Store, and then the last seven years prior to retiring last year she was employed at the Belmond Kum & Go Store location. Sharon was very much a people person and enjoyed her years in these two stores. She was always welcoming to the customers and enjoyed many conversations and a bit of mutual pokes and laughter between many of them. Since she retired, she had mentioned on various occasions how she missed the interactions with her co-workers and the regulars and strangers who were patrons at the stores. She enjoyed the simple things of life such as an evening of solitude curled on the couch with one of her cats and a good book. In recent years she had a great love for her Angora cat "Sassy," which she often referred to as "Sassy Lu." Her reading pleasure was mostly around mystery and suspense novels, but she also enjoyed reading about daily happenings in the world and looked forward to seeing what the latest happenings were in the entertainment business. Sharon also looked forward to decorating her home for the various holidays and had a bountiful collection of cat photos, stuffed kittens and other feline collectibles. Sharon was always up for a trip shopping and had been looking forward to spending her retirement years doing a bit of traveling and getting together with old friends and family. Her memory will live on in the lives of her surviving brothers, Marvin Sandry, Britt, Iowa, Donald Sandry, Goodell, Iowa, and Calvin (Lorraine) Sandry, Davenport, Iowa, also numerous other extended family members and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents. Her four-legged companion "Sassy Lu" has also joined in her passing. Andrews Funeral Homes, Belmond, IA 641-444-4474.
Harlan E. Carolus
Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. Saturday, October 19th, at the United Presbyterian Church in Garner with Rev. Justin Asche officiating. Burial will be in Concord Township Cemetery in Garner with military rites by the Garner Veterans Ceremonial Unit. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday at the United Presbyterian Church and will continue one hour prior to services at the church on Saturday. Cataldo Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be directed to the United Presbyterian Church or Hospice of North Iowa. Harlan E. Carolus, the son of Albert and Elsie (Rust) Carolus, was born on the home farm south of Klemme on October 19, 1930. He lived on the same farm for seventy-five years except for the time spent in the service during the Korean conflict. He was married to Betty Griffen on January 22, 1952, at the United Presbyterian Church in Garner. They worked together on the farm and raised four children. In 2005, he moved to Garner but still enjoyed helping on the farm and also raised a big garden; he loved sharing the produce with everyone. Harlan loved his family dearly and looked forward to the times he could spend with his children and grandchildren. He did not know a stranger and loved to visit with everyone. Harlan was a member of the United Presbyterian Church in Garner where he served on the trustees and session of the church for many years. He was also a member of the VFW and had been on the board of the trustees in Avery Township for many years. He leaves behind his wife, Betty, of over 61 years; his son, Dean (Val) Carolus of Klemme; daughters, Janet (Tom) Boehnke of Ventura and Linda (Steve) Pringnitz of Katy, Texas; nine grandchildren, Kara (Sam) Wolf, Shanna Boehnke (fiancé Dylan Davison), Tyler Pringnitz, Brett (Caitlin) Carolus, Zachary Pringnitz, Trevor Carolus (fiancé Tristin Glidden), Brittany Boehnke, Kevin Boehnke and Taryn Carolus; as well as a special friend, Morgan Howie. He also leaves behind a sister, Margaret Nuehring of Britt, and many special nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Kathleen Oxley, and her husband Mike; parents, Albert and Elsie Carolus; brother, LeRoy Carolus and his wife, Josephine Carolus; brothers-in-law, Morris Nuehring and Fred and Leon Griffen; and sisters-in-law, Jeanne Schroeder and Edna Mae Griffen. Cataldo Funeral Home, 641-923-2841 www.cataldofuneralhome.com Charles L. Kleveland FOREST CITY -- Charles L. Kleveland, 81, of Forest City, died Wednesday, October 16, 2013 at the Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit in Mason City. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, October 21, 2013 at Bethel Lutheran Church in Joice, with Pastor Kevin Olson officiating. Burial will be in Bethel Lutheran Cemetery in Joice. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m., Sunday, October 20, 2013 with Memory Time at 6:45 p.m., at Petersen Lund Funeral Home, 505 N. Clark Street, Forest City, and continue one hour prior to services at the church. PETERSEN LUND FUNERAL HOME - 641-585-2685 - www.petersenlundfh.com
Thomas “Tom” Harrer SISTER BAY, Wis. -- Thomas “Tom” Harrer, formerly of Mason City, died peacefully Friday, October 11, 2013, at the Marquette General Hospital, Marquette, Mich., surrounded by his loving family, his wife, Ann Lynaugh, daughter Ellen and son Max, his brother John and his niece Libby Ellis. Tom Harrer was born July 10, 1944, to Donald Grady Harrer and the late Elizabeth (Betty) Hakes Harrer in Mason City while Grady was a prisoner of war in Germany. Tom attended Mason City schools through the eighth grade, then moved with his family to Madison, Wis., where he graduated from West High School. He served in the U. S. Army from 1966-1968 as a 1st Lieutenant with the 10th Cavalry, 7th Infantry Division in South Korea, then returned to school, graduating from the University of Wisconsin, Madison. He was a commercial multi-engine prop pilot and flight instructor, an SCCA race car driver, ran a race prep service and recently drove a school bus for Gibraltar Schools in Sister Bay, Wis. A passion for sailing the Great Lakes, he had a Merchant Marine Captain's License. Tom is survived by his wife Ann Lynaugh, his son Max Milverstedt (Sara Yoder), their children Sam and Charlie in Boulder, Colorado, his daughter Ellen, studying art history in Chicago, his father Grady of Mason City, sister Maggie (Peggy) (Rick Henly) and daughter Katie Henly of Oradell, New Jersey, sister Martha Harrer-Butler and daughter Caitlin Butler of Los Angeles, California, brother John and his children Libby Ellis and Corky of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Susie O’Hern BRITT -- Susie O’Hern, 90, of Britt died Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2013, at Hancock County Memorial Hospital in Britt. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Oct. 18, 2013, at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, 139 Third St. S.E., in Britt with the Rev. Dennis Miller officiating. Burial will be at St. Patrick’s Catholic Cemetery in Britt. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17, at Ewing Funeral Chapel, 178 Center St. West in Britt, and continue one hour prior to services at the church. Ewing Funeral Chapel, 178 Center St. W., Britt, IA 50423; 641-843-3839. www.ewingfh.com. Bonnie L. Steward GARNER -- Bonnie L. Steward, 83, of Garner died Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2013, at her home in Garner. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Garner with Rev. Scott Kozisek officiating. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery in Mason City. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday at the Cataldo Funeral Chapel, 160 E. Fourth St. in Garner, and will continue one hour prior to services at the church. Cataldo Funeral Home, 641-923-2841. www.cataldofuneralhome.com
Russell Korte
Private graveside services will be held at Elmwood-St. Joseph Cemetery at a later date. Memorials may be directed to the Russell Korte Memorial Fund. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com. Russell was born on May 14, 1950, in Waterloo, Iowa, the son of LuVern and Ruth (Kirchoff) Korte. He graduated from Waterloo East High School and enlisted in the U.S. Navy Reserves. Russell continued his education at NIACC (Mason City), the University of Iowa (Iowa City, Iowa) and the Rochester Institute of Technology (Rochester, Minnesota) before receiving his Masters Degree in Health Science. He worked for the Iowa DNR for eight years and Opportunity Village for 15 years before his retirement in 1997. Russell had a great appreciation for nature and liked hiking, exploring the walking trails, and picnics in the park. He was an active person who enjoyed skiing and biking (Touring Club). He also enjoyed writing poetry and fishing. Russell loved to read the Bible, the Word of the Lord, and learning about history of the church. Russell was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. He was preceded in death by his parents. Arrangements are with Major Erickson Funeral Home and Crematory, 111 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Mason City, IA 50401, 641-423-0924, www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com. Larry Youngwirth WESLEY -- Larry Youngwirth, 67, of Wesley died Friday, Oct. 11, 2013, at the Titonka Care Center in Titonka. Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17, 2013, with a vigil service at 7 p.m. at Oakcrest Funeral Services in Wesley. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 18, 2013, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Wesley with Father Peter Duc Hung Nguyen officiating. Burial will be in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery. Oakcrest Funeral Services – Wesley, 515-679-4453, www.oakcrestfuneralservices.com. JoAnn Margaret Heifner LAKEWOOD, Ohio -- JoAnn Margaret Heifner passed away on Tuesday, October 15, 2013, in Lakewood, Ohio, at the age of 81. A private memorial service for family members was held at her home. Cremation has taken place at the Carey Funeral Home, Cleveland, Ohio. A private burial will take place at a later date. She was born on October 12, 1932 in Irvington Township, Kossuth County, Iowa. She grew up in Wesley, Iowa, and graduated from Wesley High School in 1951. During her marriage, the family moved to several communities around the Midwest. While living in Sioux City, Iowa, she started JoAnn’s Sewing Service in 1970. In 1992 she located to Humboldt, Iowa, to be near family. She was a self-employed seamstress until she retired at the age of 79. She made custom draperies and window treatments for many businesses and homes in the Sioux City, Iowa, area. She enjoyed traveling to spend time with her children and grandchildren. At JoAnn’s request, in lieu of flowers, please contribute to breast cancer research in honor of JoAnn Heifner. She is survived by her sister, Maxine Noble of Britt, Iowa; her four children, Thomas Lee Heifner of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Jacqueline Kay Busch of Anthon, Iowa, Robert Allen Heifner of Kansas City, Missouri, and Lewis Anthony Heifner of Lakewood, Ohio. She has 10 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Anthony John Seiler and Catherine Christine (Laux) Seiler; three brothers, James Seiler, LeRoy Seiler and John Seiler; one sister, Rose Mary Swaney; infant brother, Kenneth Seiler; and granddaughter Elizabeth Ann Heifner. Ruby B. Hawke DUMONT -- Ruby B. Hawke was born March 19, 1918, a daughter of Lloyd and Pearl (Cuffel) Murphy-Bick, and passed away Monday, Oct. 14, 2013 at the Dumont Wellness Center at 95 years of age. Visitation will be held 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 18, 2013, at the First United Methodist Church, Sheffield. The funeral service will follow at 2 p.m. with the Rev. John Scherb presiding. Interment will be at Hillside Cemetery, Sheffield. www.retzfh.com. Ardee M. Ahrendt CLEAR LAKE -- Ardee M. Ahrendt, 81, Clear Lake, Iowa, died Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2013, at the Concord Care Center, Garner, Iowa. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 16, 2013, at the Galilean Lutheran Church, 4454 255th St., Highway 18 W., Clear Lake, Iowa, with Rev. Scot McCluskey officiating. Visitation with family will begin at 9 a.m. on Saturday at the church. Inurnment will be at the Clear Lake Cemetery. According to her wishes her body has been cremated. Memorials may be given to Galilean Lutheran Church, Clear Lake. Ward-Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, 101 N. Fourth St., Clear Lake, IA 50428, 641-357-2193, ColonialChapels.com. Dean Kenneth Debner GREENE -- Dean Kenneth Debner, 83, of Greene, died Monday, Oct. 14, 2013, at the Liebe Care Center in Greene. A Celebration of Life Service will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, Oct. 25, 2013, at St. Peter Lutheran Church in Greene with the Rev. Gary Hatcher officiating. Burial will be in the Westside Cemetery in Marble Rock. Those planning an expression of sympathy may direct memorials to the Dean Debner Memorial Fund, Box 219, Greene, IA 50636. Reid’s Funeral Chapel, 519 N. First St., Greene, 641-823-4457, www.reidsfuneralchapel.com. Posted on 17 October 2013
John James Walch, M.D.
Known as “the Brain” in childhood, he trained as an Orthopedic Surgeon and Child Adolescent Psychiatrist. After graduating medical school, he practiced medicine, both privately and as a Major in the U.S. Army during Vietnam. With a wonderful sense of humor, he made all those around him laugh. He led an adventurous life that took him to wild and remote places around the world. His quick wit and the voicing of his strong political and social opinions will be sorely missed. He is survived by: his mother Edna Walch, his wife Linda Walch, children, Julia, Eve, Andrew, Aaron, Colin, and Jennifer Walch, his grandchildren, Zachary and Aedan Walch-Flores, Mei Lin Sicinski, and Cohen Walch and his sister Jean Ann Sabo. Preceded in death by his father Clifford Walch, and Uncle Aaron “Dutch” Walch. At the request of his family, a private service will be held. Thomas Lee Herbert IOWA FALLS-- Thomas Lee Herbert, 66, of Iowa Falls, died Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2013, at his home. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the Bethel Baptist Church, 1206 Cedar St., Iowa Falls. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday at Linn’s Funeral Home, 1521 Washington Ave., Iowa Falls. Burial will be at the Northlawn Memory Gardens Cemetery, Iowa Falls, with military honors by Hyman-Peavey American Legion Post #188, Iowa Falls. The Linn’s Funeral Homes Iowa Falls Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Pearl V. Reynolds-Wegener A celebration of life will be held 10:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 21, at Hogan Bremer Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 Third St. N.E., Mason City, with Pastor Sean McRoberts from First United Methodist Church in Mason City officiating. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery in Mason City. A visitation with a public viewing will be held one hour prior to the funeral service at the funeral home on Monday. Should friends desire, memorials may be made in Reynolds-Wegener's name in care of her family. Hogan Bremer Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 Third St. N.E., Mason City, 641-423-2372, ColonialChapels.com Stacia Etnier SHEFFIELD --Stacia Etnier, 88, of Sheffield, died Thursday, Oct. 17, 2013, at the Sheffield Care Center. Funeral arrangements are pending completion at Retz Funeral Home, Sheffield, www.retzfh.com. Gregory L. Bernhard WEST BEND -- Funeral Mass for Gregory L. Bernhard, 49, will be held 10:30 a.m. Saturday at St. John’s Catholic Church in Bancroft with the Rev. Sunny Dominic, the Rev. Thomas Hart, the Rev. Richard Reece and the Rev. John McGuirk con-celebrating. Burial will follow in St. John’s Catholic Cemetery in Bancroft. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at St. John’s Catholic Church with a scripture prayer service beginning at 7:30 p.m. Oakcrest Funeral Services of Bancroft, is in charge of arrangement, www.oakcrestfuneralservices.com. Bonnie L. Steward
Funeral services will be held 1:30 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 19, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Garner with Rev. Scott Kozisek officiating. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery in Mason City. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday at Cataldo Funeral Chapel, 160 E. Fourth St., in Garner and will continue one hour prior to services at the church. Memorials may be directed to Hospice of North Iowa. Bonnie Lucille Steward, the daughter of Morse and Marie (Leens) Hunst, was born May 28, 1930, in Belmond. She grew up on a farm southwest of Belmond, attending country school and Belmond Community High School. On Jan. 25, 1946, she married Kenneth D. Modderman and to this union four children were born: Pamela Sue, Jeffery Morse, Jane Marie, and Amy Lou. After Kenny died in 1957, she moved the family to Trona, California, for one year. She then returned to Belmond and worked for Farmers Grain Co. in Belmond. After the tornado, she moved to Clear Lake in 1967 and worked at the soybean plant in Mason City for 19 years. On Nov. 29, 1974, Bonnie married James O. Steward in Clear Lake. They moved to Garner in 1975 and owned and operated the Black Velvet Inn from 1976 to 1979. Bonnie retired from AGP Soybean Processing Plant in 1986 and then managed the Black Velvet II at the Garner Golf and Country Club for one year. After Jim’s death, Bonnie enjoyed spending winters in Pahrump, Nevada, with her youngest daughter, Amy. She was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church and LWML. Bonnie is survived by her three daughters, Pam (John) Van Gerpen, of Garner, Jane (Patrick) Greiman of Manteca, California, and Pahrump, Nevada, and Amy Modderman (Diann Musial) of Pahrump, Nevada; her step-children Michael (Linda) Steward of Cornville, Arizona, Larry (Kathy) Steward of Missouri City, Texas, and Carolyn Steward of Henderson, Nevada; grandchildren, Diena (Daren) Mennenga of Belmond, Jamie Greiman (Billy Bruce) of Manteca, California, and Heather (Matt) Curtis of Clear Lake; step-grandchildren, Jodi, Megan and Ryan Steward and Jonathan and Patrick Steward; great-grandchildren, Tristan and Ty Mennenga, Aspen and Tyler Curtis and Jane and Pat’s special grandchildren Kynnady and Tatum Andreetta of Manteca, California; special nieces, Jill Stoffer (Mark Allen) and Deb (Matt) Studer all of Belmond. Bonnie was preceded in death by her parents; husbands Kenny in 1957 and Jim in 2008; sisters, Laura Stoffer Saunders and Alice Mae Peterson; son, Jeffery in 1973; grandson Joshua Greiman in 1993; step-grandson Michael Steward in 1993; and step-son-in-law Bill Schnitkey. Cataldo Funeral Home, 641-923-2841 www.cataldofuneralhome.com.
Charles LeRoy Kleveland
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, Oct. 21, at Bethel Lutheran Brethren Church in Joice. with Pastor Kevin Olson officiating. Burial will be in Bethel Lutheran Brethren Cemetery in Joice. Visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 20, with Memory Time at 6:45 p.m., at Petersen Lund Funeral Home, 505 N. Clark St., Forest City and continue one hour prior to services at the church. Chuck was born Sept. 1, 1932 to Elias and Mabel (Torkelson) Kleveland on their farm near Hardy. He was baptized and confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church near Hardy. Charles attended country school, and graduated from Humboldt High School in 1952. He worked with his father on the family farm before being drafted into the Army in 1953. He took his basic training at Fort Riley, Kan., and was stationed at Fairford Air Force Base in England. There he served as a smoke generator operator with the peace-keeping forces during the Korean conflict. He was honorably discharged in 1955 and returned home where he farmed with his dad and worked at the Agrico Fertilizer Plant in Humboldt. On June 19, 1960, he married Carol Thompson, at Badger Lutheran Church in Badger. Chuck and Carol lived near Badger until the spring of 1962 when they moved to a farm near Kensett. In 1966 they purchased a farm near Fertile where he raised hogs and dairy until 1990 when they moved to a home in Forest City. During his farming years, he also worked at Winnebago Industries for 10 years. After moving into Forest City, he worked in the maintenance department of Waldorf College for 14 years. He enjoyed carpentry, and after his retirement from Waldorf, began working with his sons, Tim and Jody, doing construction. He was a member of Bethel Lutheran Brethren Church, near Joice, for many years, and during that time served on the Trustee Board, was Sunday School Superintendent and served in youth ministries with Carol. Chuck also served with the Gideons for several years. After moving to Forest City, he and Carol joined First Congregational Church, where he served on the Deacon Board. Chuck really enjoyed music and was a part of the Bethel Male Quartet. Chuck, Carol and children, the "Kleveland Family Singers", ministered in music at local churches, for many years. Chuck accepted Jesus as his Savior, in 1956, after returning from active military service. He loved and served the Lord, setting a strong Christian example for his children and grandchildren, who were dear to his heart. He treasured time spent with his family traveling and vacationing with them over the years. He also enjoyed his daily visits with the "guys" at Hardees. Chuck is survived by his wife, Carol Kleveland of Forest City; their children and spouses, Tim (Deb) Kleveland, Fertile, Tammy (Mark) Christofferson, Belgrade, Montana, Joy (Mike) Koontz, Monroe, Washington, Jody (Mary Lou) Kleveland, Forest City, and Jeff (Lynn) Kleveland, Meridian, Indiana; 16 grandchildren, Joshua, James (Rebecca), Jessica and Luke Kleveland, Elias and Emily Christofferson, Tyler, Tiffany and Tiana Koontz, Josiah, Madison and Meggie Kleveland and Erin, Greta, Liesl and Kade Kleveland; and brother-in-laws, Gene (Norma) Larson of Humboldt, and Russell (Helen) Lee of Albuquerque, New Mexico; and many cousins, nieces and nephews. Charles was preceded in death by his parents, Elias and Mabel Kleveland; infant sister, Lorraine Caroline; brother, Leonard; and sisters, Lorraine and Elaine. Petersen Lund Funeral Home, 641-585-2685, www.petersenlundfh.com. Donald Gene Skogen
A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, Oct. 19, at 1:30 p.m. at Zion Lutheran Church in Rake, with Pastor Terry Mahnke officiating. There will be an hour visitation prior to the service. Burial will follow at West Cemetery in Rake. Visitation will be held on Friday evening Oct. 18 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Zion Lutheran Church in Rake. Don was born on July 9, 1942, at his parents' home in rural Rake, to Nordahl and Inez (Varland) Skogen. He was a life long member of Zion Lutheran Church where he was baptized and confirmed. He attended and graduated from Rake High School in 1960. On Aug. 4, 1962, he married the love of his life, Carolyn Askeland. They were blessed to spend 51 years together and from this union they were blessed with three girls, Tammy, Nancy and Julie. For most of Don's adult life he was a farmer. He was even a salesman for Funk's G seed for many years. Later during his farming career MS took away the ability for Don to use his legs but he was still very active in what was going on in and around the field. He would call himself the manager of the farm and in the end he enjoyed hauling the meals to the field. Don was diagnosed with MS in 2005. He had already been accustomed to being in his wheelchair years prior, but now he knew why. He never let it bother him and had a smile on his face. People would ask him how he was and his response was, “There's room for improvement.” Don enjoyed his sports teams and talking to many about statistics, scores and placing a casual bet for $5 or pizza. Many bets were never paid back. He just loved the phone calls he could give after the game and even the ones he received. He also had a passion to be with his family. Having three daughters meant that boys would come later. He loved giving his son-in-laws “5 minute jobs”. Family gatherings were many and the last one was spent in Rochester with all of his family around him. What a legacy he has left for all of us. Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Carolyn; three daughters Tammy (Jerry) Zabel, Blue Earth, Minnesota, Nancy (Todd) Hanevik, Blue Earth, Minnesota, Julie (Tim) Weaver, Buffalo Center; six grandchildren, Jamie (Ben) Reverts, Tony Boehm, Brandon (Kristen) Hanevik, Brady Hanevik, Tanner Weaver and Colin Weaver; 4 great grandchildren Peyton and Kyler Reverts and Ethan and Dylan Hanevik, sister Carol Thompson and brother Merle (Junice) Skogen, and many nieces and nephews and numerous friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Norman, infant brother and sister. Posted on 18 October 2013 Du Wayne F. Klein ALGONA -- Du Wayne F. Klein, 90, died Thursday, Oct. 3, 2013, in Winter Park, Florida. A funeral service is 10:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 21, 2013, at First Presbyterian Church in Algona. Burial will be in East Lawn Cemetery, Algona, with military honors conducted by the Haag-Turner American Legion Post # 90 and the V.F.W. Post #2541. Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 20, 2013, at Oakcrest Funeral Services of Algona, and will continue one hour prior to service at the church on Monday. Oakcrest Funeral Services of Algona, www.oakcrestfuneralservices.com Jonathan Lynch JOHNSTON -- Jonathan Lynch, 31, of Johnston, formerly of Algona, died Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2013, at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2013, at St. Cecelia Catholic Church in Algona with Father Edward Girres officiating. Visitation will be at the church on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until time of services. Oakcrest Funeral Services-Algona, 515-295-3731, www.oakcrestfuneralservices.com Dennis L. Abrams AMES -- Dennis L. Abrams, 76, of Ames, formerly of Mason City, died suddenly Thursday, Oct. 17, 2013, of natural causes at Dubuque. A funeral service will be held 2:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 21, 2013, at Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 Third St. N.E., Mason City. Inurnment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Mason City, where full military honors will be conducted by the Mason City Veterans. Visitation will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday at the funeral chapel. Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapels, 126 Third St. N.E., Mason City, IA 50401, 641-423-2372, ColonialChapels.com Nancy J. Reid DALLAS, Texas -- Nancy J. Reid, 79, of Dallas, Texas, formerly of Mason City, died Friday, Oct. 18, 2013, at the Lenwood Care and Rehabiliation Center. Arrangements are currently pending at Major Erickson Funeral Home and Crematory, 641-423-0924. www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com Roger A. "Bud" Clough, Ed. D
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22, 1935 – Oct 16, 2013 Mae Riherd FOREST CITY -- Mae Riherd, 90, of Forest City, died Friday, Oct. 18, 2013, at the Good Samaritan Care Center in Forest City. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, Oct. 21, 2013, at United Methodist Church in Forest City, with Pastor Charles Layton officiating. Burial will be in Crystal Lake Cemetery in Crystal Lake, Iowa. Visitation will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 20, at Petersen Lund Funeral Home, 505 N. Clark St., Forest City, and continue one hour prior to services at the church. Petersen Lund Funeral Home, 641-585-2685, www.petersenlundfh.com Ruth E. Meyer HAMPTON -- Ruth E. Meyer, 97, of Hampton, died Thursday, Oct. 17, 2013, at Franklin General Hospital in Hampton. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Hampton. Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at Sietsema Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton. Burial will take place at the Trinity Lutheran Church Cemetery in rural Hampton. The Rev. Carl Bollhagen will be officiating. In lieu of flowers memorial may be designated to the Trinity Lutheran Church in Hampton. Sietsema Vogel Funeral Homes, Hampton, 641-456-3232, www.sietsemavogelfuneralhomes.com Mary Ann Foster MASON CITY -- Mary Ann Foster, 74, of Mason City, died Thursday, Oct. 17, 2013, at the Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit in Mason City. A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2013, at Epiphany Parish–Holy Family Catholic Church, 714 N. Adams Ave., Mason City, with the Rev. John Gossman and the Rev. Kenneth Gehling officiating. A visitation with public viewing will be held Tuesday evening, Oct. 22, 2013, at Hogan Bremer Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 Third St. N.E., Mason City, from 5 to 7 p.m., where Mary Ann’s family will lead a time of sharing beginning at 6:30 p.m. Should friends desire, memorials may be left in Mary Ann’s name in care of her family. Hogan Bremer Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 Third St. N.E. Mason City. 641-423-2372. ColonialChapels.com Yvonne Delotia Litterer MARBLE ROCK -- Yvonne Delotia Litterer, 83, of Marble Rock, Iowa, died Thursday, Oct. 17, 2013, at Nora Springs Care Center in Nora Springs. Online condolences may be left at www.Fullertonfh.com. A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 24, 2013, at First United Methodist Church, 21 Third St. N.W., Rockford, (via the Nora Springs exit). The Rev. Judy Wooton will be officiating. Interment will follow at Sunnyside Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Charles City. A visitation will be held from 4-8 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2013, at the church. Those who desire to send flowers should have them sent to the church the day of visitation. Arrangements are with Fullerton Schumburg Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 302 West Main, Rockford, IA 50468, 641-756-3311, www.Fullertonfh.com George Kielman ROCKFORD -- George Kielman, 85, of Rockford, died on Friday, Oct. 18, 2013, at Hospice of North Iowa in Mason City. Online condolences may be left at www.Fullertonfh.com. Arrangements are incomplete at Fullerton Schumburg Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 302 West Main, Rockford, IA 50468, 641-756-3311, www.Fullertonfh.com Posted on 19 October 2013
Dean Kenneth Debner
Dean Kenneth Debner was born Aug. 2, 1930, in Vilmar-rural Greene, Butler County, the son of Ferdinand Fred and Agnes Margaret (Abendroth) Debner and passed away Monday, Oct. 14, 2013, at Liebe Care Center in Greene under the care of Cedar Valley Hospice. He received his education in public school graduating at the age of 16 from Marble Rock High School (AKA Marble Rock University). On Nov. 27, 1949, Dean was united in marriage to Grace Tena Junker at Bennezette Wesleyan Church near Aredale. Dean served in the National Guard. He farmed and worked at Oliver (White Farm) and spent the last of his working years driving Winnebagos with a special love for the trip to Alaska, 3,330 miles (one way). He made that trip over 100 times. On Aug. 10, 1994, Dean took the Polar Bear Plunge in Barrow, Alaska. Dean never met anyone he considered a stranger. He was a “people person” with a great sense of humor and a quick wit. His stories and one liners will be treasured for years to come. Dean was an avid reader and especially enjoyed time spent with family and friends. He is survived by his children: Gary (J.D.) Debner, Keosauqua; Sherry (Dave) Kubalsky, Marshalltown; Lyna Debner, Aurora, Colorado; sisters: Della Van Fleet, Cedar Falls; Marlene Gerholdt, Waterloo; his special friend Gen Ott of Greene; nine grandchildren: Shyla, Stephanie, Annette, Angie, Carl, Brad, Trina, Joshua and Jeremy; 11 great-grandchildren: Andrew, Ashton, Joseph, Aden, Christian, Lucas, Tyler, Allison, Brailee, Brody and Priya; many good friends. Dean was preceded in death by his wife Grace in 1997; two brothers: Clarence and Lloyd; one sister, Viola. Those planning an expression of sympathy may direct memorials to the Dean Debner Memorial Fund, Box 219, Greene, IA 50636. Arrangements have been entrusted to Reid’s Funeral Chapel, 519 N. First St. Greene. 641-823-4457 www.reidsfuneralchapel.com Pearl V. Reynolds-Wegener
A Celebration of Life for Pearl will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, Oct. 21, 2013, at Hogan Bremer Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 Third St. N.E., Mason City, with Pastor Sean McRoberts from First United Methodist Church in Mason City officiating. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery in Mason City where she will be laid to rest next to her husbands, Lynn and Louis, and her nephew, Odean Reynolds. A visitation with a public viewing will be held one hour prior to the funeral service at the funeral home on Monday. Should friends desire, memorials may be made in Pearl's name in care of her family. Pearl Violet Reynolds-Wegener, daughter of the late Henry and Florence Hockenson, was born on Dec. 13, 1919, in Manly. She was raised on a farm and graduated from Lime Creek No. 4 School in Mason City and attended Mason City High School. She was united in marriage to Lynn O. Reynolds on Nov, 26, 1938, at the Radio Chapel in Mason City. To this union the couple was blessed with two daughters: Shirley Ann and Bonnie Lou. Lynn passed away on June 17, 1965, after being married for 27 years. Shortly thereafter, on Dec. 17, 1966, Pearl married Louis W. Wegener in Mason City at the First United Methodist Church. He passed away on July 27, 1994, after 28 years of marriage. Pearl was always a dedicated worker with many places of employment. Her last years of employment were at the Mason City YMCA, retiring in 1985. She also owned and operated the YMCA cafeteria for 31 years. She enjoyed meeting people and always had a smile and willingness to get the job done. She served lunches and dinners for many civic organizations for their meetings and made many friends throughout the years. She was featured with an article for Pearl's Famous Chili as a tradition for 25 years. Band Festival Day was always a highlight when hundreds of band participants would be served lunch at the YMCA, especially the year the Music Man was featured. Pearl was a member of the Mason City Fraternal Order of Eagles No. 3416. She was a charter member and instrumental in establishing the Eagles Auxiliary chartered in 1972. Pearl had been the secretary of the Auxiliary since 1975 and served the Fraternal Order of Eagles as a State Officer, Zone Officer and District Officer. She received numerous trophies and awards and most importantly, the Woman of the Year Award at the state level from the Eagles. She was the chairperson for the Annual Eagles Cancer Telethon at the Eagle Lodge. She also was a member of the Mason City Moose Lodge and is a member of the First United Methodist Church in Mason City. Talking with people and cooking was a huge part of her life. She cooked steaks and ribs on Friday nights for the Eagles Lodge and was famous for her potato salad and homemade brownies. She enjoyed helping and talked with the players during BINGO games at the Lodge. Pearl enjoyed keeping busy and was a very caring and helping person. Her family was so important to her. She was faithful in sending special cards for birthdays and holidays for her daughters, sons-in-law and grandchildren. What a delight to receive gifts at Christmas and a wonderful dinner with all the trimmings. Holidays were always for the family. She is survived by her two daughters, Shirley (Richard) Cole of Davenport, and Bonnie (Richard) Ellis of Mason City; grandchildren, Shelly (Timothy) Kuhl and Kathleen (Stephen) Cole-Smith of Eldridge, Kristine (Gary) Bruhwiler, Mustang, Oak., and Richard (Maggie) Ellis, Mount Pleasant; step-sons, William (Carol) Wegener, Huber Heights, Ohio, and Thomas (Cindy) Wegener, Kennan, Texas; and three step-grandchildren. She is also survived by many great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren and her brother, Harry Hockenson, Plymouth. She was preceded in death by her parents, husbands, Lynn O. Reynolds and Louis W. Wegener; grandson, Terry W. Cole; sister, Marjorie Pals as well as three half-sisters: Jean Perkins, Blanch Rose, and Glenna Smith; and four half brothers: Sam Beaver, Dan Beaver, Cyril Hockenson, Elmer Hockenson; and her sister-in-law, Lois Hockenson. Thank you to the caring professionals at Good Shepherd Health Center. Hogan Bremer Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 Third St. N.E., Mason City, 641-423-2372, ColonialChapels.com Jake Koenen MESERVEY -- Jake Koenen, 81, of Meservey died Friday, Oct. 18, 2013, at his home in Meservey. There will be no services or visitation. A full obituary for Jake Koenen will run in the coming week. Dugger Funeral Home in Belmond is in charge of arrangements. Dugger Funeral Home, 111 Luick's Lane S., Belmond, 641-444-3248, www.duggerfunerals.com. Tena Luppen IOWA FALLS -- Tena Luppen, 94, of Iowa Falls died Friday, Oct. 18, 2013, at Heritage Care Center, Iowa Falls. Funeral services for Tena Luppen will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 21, at First Christian Church, 221 Fischer Ave., Iowa Falls, with Pastor T.J. Norman officiating. Burial will be at the Northlawn Memory Gardens Cemetery, Iowa Falls. Visitation will be 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 20, at the Linn’s Funeral Home 1521 Washington Ave., Iowa Falls, Iowa. The Linn’s Funeral Homes Iowa Falls Chapel is handling the arrangements. Robert E. Gunsallus OSAGE-- Robert E. Gunsallus, 92, of Osage died Friday, Oct. 18, 2013, at Faith Lutheran Home in Osage. Services are pending at the Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home in Osage, 641-732-3706, www.champion-bucheitfuneralhome.com. Floy C. Marlow LONE ROCK -- Floy C. Marlow, 100, of Lone Rock, died Friday, Oct. 18, 2013, at Heritage Nursing Home in Bancroft. A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday at the Lone Rock Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Doug House officiating. Burial will be in Burt Township Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. today (Sunday) at the Lone Rock Presbyterian Church, 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. David J. Coddington CHICAGO -- David J. Coddington, 34, of Chicago, formerly of Mason City, died Thursday, Oct. 17, 2013. Arrangements are pending at Major Erickson Funeral Home and Crematory, 641-423-0924, www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com. Stacia Mathilda (Engebretson) Etnier
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Zion St. John Lutheran Church in Sheffield with the Rev. G Kim Wills presiding. Interment will be at Hillside Cemetery, Sheffield. Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday at Retz Funeral Home, Sheffield. Memorials may be directed to the Stacia Etnier Memorial Fund. Stacia graduated from Sheffield High School in 1942, where she was active in chorus and band, and had the distinction of serving as the first drum majorette. On June 9, 1942, Stacia married G. Leonard Etnier in Trenton, Mo. They farmed east of Sheffield until moving into town in 1998. She was not just a farm wife but a partner in the entire farming operation. They celebrated 69 years together prior to Leonard’s death in September 2011. Stacia was a member of Zion St. John Lutheran Church, What’s New Club, and a Jolly Westforkers 4-H Club leader. Also, as a member of the Sheffield Cemetery Society, she thoroughly enjoyed volunteering countless hours planting and tending to the cemetery flower beds. Stacia was caring and compassionate and always ready to provide food to family, friends and neighbors in need. She was most appreciative of the care provided to her and she maintained her sense of humor to the end. Above all, Stacia loved her family, and treasured each of her children, grandchildren, great- and great-great grandchildren. Stacia is survived by four children: Edward (Betty) Etnier, Hampton, David (Stella) Etnier, Dunlap, IL, Roger (Marcia) Etnier, Sheffield, and Nancy Etnier (Troy Ross) Columbus Junction; eight grandchildren: David (Sheila) Etnier, Todd Etnier, Joel (Megan) Etnier, Jill (Sam) Kolars, Michael Van Heiden, Sarah Van Heiden, Kurt (Kim) Hirth and Kory (Ann) Hirth; eight great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren; sister, Loretta Penta; sister-in-law, Betty Engebretson, numerous nieces and nephews; and special friend Helen Brandt. She is preceded in death by her husband, Leonard; son, Larry Leonard; daughter-in-law, Vicki Etnier; her parents, Christena and Percy Engebretson; two brothers: Everett and Rolland; and one sister: Florence Emhoff. Retz Funeral Home, www.retzfh.com. Mae Riherd FOREST CITY -- Mae Riherd, 90, of Forest City, passed away peacefully Friday, Oct. 18, 2013, at Good Samaritan Care Center in Forest City. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, Oct. 21, 2013, at United Methodist Church in Forest City, with Pastor Charles Layton officiating. Burial will be in Crystal Lake Cemetery in Crystal Lake. Visitation will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 20, at Petersen Lund Funeral Home, 505 N. Clark St., Forest City, and continue one hour prior to services at the church. Memorials may be directed to Hospice of North Iowa, or the Hospice Room at Good Samaritan Center in Forest City. Mae Maxine Riherd was born on May 2, 1923, in Graettinger, the daughter of Harry and Vera (Squibb) McColloch. As a young child, she moved with her family to Forest City, where she received her education and graduated from Forest City High School. In October 1945 she was united in marriage to Wendell (Spinner) Riherd. The couple made their home in Forest City their entire married lives. Mae was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Her family was the most important thing in her life, and she treasured the time spent with them. She loved following the activities of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She enjoyed baking and canning and always had a garden. She loved company ... her door was always open. Mae was a member of the United Methodist Church and active in circle. Mae is survived by her daughter, Nancy Harms of Forest City; daughter-in-law, Sandy Hugelen of Forest City; granddaughter Beth (Terry) Galli of Kanawha; grandson, John (Ali) Riherd of Parkersburg; granddaughter, Jodi (Travis) Washek of Minnetonka, Minnesota; great-grandchildren, AJ, Ethan and Cadyn, Kobe, Kale and Kendall, and Tyler and Melanie; three sisters: Wilma (Marlin) Lea of Pasa Roble, California, Betty Nelson of Britt, Jackie (Marvin) Monson of Forest City; brother, Warren "Junior" McColloch of Emmons, Minnesota; sisters-in-law, Myrt McColloch of Forest City and Deanna McColloch of Forest City; several nieces and nephews and many friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wendell; son, Terry; three sisters: Leotha George, Gwenyth Hansen and Sandy Murphy; brothers, Chester and Lester McColloch and Dale McColloch; a brother and a sister in infancy. Petersen Lund Funeral Home, 641-585-2685, www.petersenlundfh.com. Dennis
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A funeral service will be held 2:30 p.m. Monday (Oct. 21, 2013) at Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 Third St. N.E., Mason City. Inurnment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Mason City, where full military honors will be conducted by the Mason City Veterans. Visitation will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday at the funeral chapel. Dennis L. Abrams was born May 27, 1937, at Thornton, a son of Orville and Viola (Waggoner) Abrams. He was united in marriage to Betty Brown on Aug. 1, 1956, at Thornton. He attended Thornton schools and was a graduate of Thornton High School. He served in the U.S. Navy aboard the aircraft carrier USS Leyte, along with his brother, Bob. Following his discharge, Dennis and Betty made their home in Mason City, raising two children, Kelly and Lori. Dennis worked at Mason City Furniture, McGregors Furniture and at Key Wholesale for 35 years. In 1980 the Abram’s moved to Ames. For the past nine years, Dennis worked as a product specialist for B.P.I. of Iowa Inc. Dennis’s life was centered on his family. His granddaughters were his greatest source of joy. He enjoyed golf and traveling in his 2000 American Dream motor home. He was passionate about all forms of dirt car racing, especially winged sprint car racing. He loved to watch his favorite driver, “Slammin” Sammy Swindell. He was very proud of his 1956 Chevy-Bel Air and his 1932 Ford-three window coupe -- with a rumble seat. He held memberships in the VFW and the Elk’s Lodge. He was a founding member of River City Street Rods. Dennis is survived by his wife, Betty Abrams, Ames; son, Kelly Abrams, Mason City; son-in-law, Kurt Lichty, Mason City; granddaughters, Jonna (Justin) Rasmusson, Menifee, California, Kyla Lichty, Cedar Falls, Alexis Lichty, Cedar Rapids, Brooke Lichty, Iowa City; a sister, Dolores McLaughlin, Mason City; brothers, Robert (Nancy) Abrams, Escondido, California, Clifton (Betty) Abrams, Apache Junction, Arizona, and Dallas (Elaine) Abrams, Menifee, California. He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Lori Lichty; brother-in-law, LaVerne McLaughlin; nephew, Joe McLaughlin; niece, Patty Siskow. Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 Third St. N.E., Mason City, 641-423-2372, ColonialChapels.com. William J. Georgou ST. PAUL, Minnesota -- William J. Georgou, of St. Paul, Minnesota, died on Jan. 18, 2013, at St. Joseph Hospital in St. Paul. He was 64 years old. William (Bill) was born on Oct. 20, 1948, in Ypsilanti, Mich., the son of Nicholas E. and Pearl J. Georgou. Shortly thereafter, his family moved to Mason City. William excelled in academics (4.0 grade point average) from the 7th grade onward through his master's degree in mathematics. He also doggedly pursued the mastery of the cornet, resulting in his first chair status in the Mason City High School Symphonic Band. Bill graduated from North Iowa Area Community College in 1969, and the University of Northern Iowa, in 1971, with a bachelor's degree in mathematics. He received The Purple and Gold Award, which is the highest honor bestowed upon a student by the College of Sciences and Liberal Arts. Bill taught mathematics in the West Dubuque Public Schools in Dyersville, and Derham Hall in St. Paul. During this time he achieved his master's degree from the University of Northern Colorado. He completed accounting classes which led to a career as a certified internal auditor. Employers included Banco, Norwest, Marquette and Bremer Banks. Bill also worked for Booz Allen Hamilton in Jakarta, Indonesia, as a banking consultant and taught at the Carlson School of Business. He retired nearly 10 years ago. William was preceded in death by his father, Nicholas, his mother, Pearl and his older brother, Gordon (Rick) Robinette. He is survived by brothers, Angelo and Thomas, as well as nephews, Scott and Steven Robinette, Nicholas and William Georgou, all living in Iowa. Among the many friends who loved him are Janie (Mrs. Thomas Georgou), Maureen Georgou (Mrs. Robert Guenther), Karl-Franz von Rugemer, Jeanne Robinette and Larry and Marjorie Braun. Per Bill's wishes, there were no services. His cremains have been interred at Elmwood St. Joseph's Cemetery in Mason City. www.Washburn-McReavy.com, Werness Brothers Chapel, 952-884-8145, 2300 W. Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, Minnesota Ardee M. Ahrendt
A Celebration of life will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 16, 2013, at Galilean Lutheran Church, 4454 255th St., Highway 18 W., Clear Lake, with the Rev. Scot McCluskey officiating. Friends may call two hours prior to the service at church. Inurnment was held in Clear Lake Cemetery, Clear Lake. Family suggests memorials to Galilean Lutheran Church. Ardee was born to William W. Holling and Mae I. Stoakes on Nov. 3, 1931, in rural Rock County, Minnesota Ardee grew up in Hardwick, Minnesota, and graduated from Luverne High School in 1949. On Sept. 16, 1951, Ardee was united in marriage to Dale H. Ahrendt in Hardwick, Minnesota She helped craft a marriage that lasted for more than 50 years! Together they lived and worked in many communities raising four boys. Ardee loved to play cards and said she was happiest in the kitchen baking and then sharing her homemade goodies with friends. Ardee invested time and energy into building relationships and lived to hear us laugh. She served the Lord Jesus Christ in her everyday life and dedicated 36 years to helping people with special needs. At age 74 she retired from Opportunity Village. Ardee is survived by her four sons: Michael (Cindy) Ahrendt, Montgomery, Alabama, Gregory (Teresa) Ahrendt, Sartell, Minnesota, Timothy (Mery) Ahrendt, Ashville, North Carolina, and Thomas (Amy) Ahrendt, Carlsbad, California Grandchildren: Dean, Scott, David, Elizabeth, Angela, Spencer, Rachael, Laura, Sydney, and Donovan and 11 great-grandchildren. Brothers: Lloyd (Alta) Holling, Sarasota, Florida, Allen (Shirley) Holling, Brentwood, California, and sister, Ruth (Dean) Dorsey, Pleasanton, California, and several nieces and nephews. Ardee was preceded in death by her parents, loving husband Dale Feb. 16, 2002, two infant daughters, Theresa and Marcey, brother Ron Holling and a sister Lorna Gonsalves. Ardee had many wonderful friendships throughout the Clear Lake community and all are valued and cherished beyond words. The family thanks everyone for their prayers, love and support. Ward-Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, 101 N. Fourth St., Clear Lake, Iowa, 641-357-2193. ColonialChapels.com Yvonne Delotia Litterer
Online condolences may be left at www.Fullertonfh.com. A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 24, 2013, at First United Methodist Church, 21 Third St N.W., Rockford (via the Nora Springs Exit). The Rev. Judy Wooton will be officiating. Interment will follow at Sunnyside Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Charles City. A visitation will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2013, at the church. For those who desire to send flowers please have them sent to the church the day of visitation. Yvonne was born on Jan. 12, 1930, to John and Alvina Wagner at their home near Rudd. She was the middle child and grew up on a farm. In 1947 she graduated from Rockford High School. She earned her teaching certificate and taught country school for one year. On Sept. 15, 1949, Yvonne was united in marriage to Arnold Edgar Litterer. Yvonne spent most of her life as a busy farmer’s wife taking care of their six children. Yvonne was a member of the First United Church in Rockford where she volunteered as a Sunday school teacher and also participated in the First United Methodist Women’s Circle. Outside of church Yvonne was a member of the neighborhood birthday club called Natalla. Yvonne’s hobbies included: gardening (flowers and vegetables), quilting, and playing cards (such as 500 and solitaire). She was an excellent cook and baker. Her specialty was homemade bread and cinnamon rolls, all made from scratch. Yvonne was a very caring, family oriented person. She loved traveling with her husband to visit their children as they got older. Yvonne and Arnold visited Australia twice in her lifetime. Yvonne was a hard worker around the farm and in the household. She had a determined attitude. Even the diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis couldn’t stop her from doing the things she enjoyed most. She believed in dealing with the cards you were dealt and taught her children to never give up. Those left to carry on Yvonne’s legacy include her husband of 64 years, Arnold Litterer of Marble Rock; children, Larry (Becky) Litterer of Dougherty, Evelyn (Thomas) McAdam of Sale, Australia, Russell (Mary) Litterer of Rockford, Janette Jess of Seattle, Washington, Denise (Bill) Dow of Rockford, and Jerry (Jennifer) Litterer of Bellevue; 18 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren and two on the way; brother, Darwin Wagner of Nora Springs; and numerous nieces, nephews, brothers-in-laws, sisters-in-laws, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her father and mother, John and Alvina Wagner; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Theophil and Elsie Litterer; sister, Muriel Christians; sister-in-law, Ruth Fisher; and brothers-in-laws, Wynton Christians, Ralph Litterer, Lawrence Litterer, Hulda Fisher, and Lyle Fisher. Arrangements are with Fullerton Schumburg Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 302 West Main, Rockford, IA 50468, 641-756-3311, www.Fullertonfh.com. George Junior Kielman ROCKFORD -- George Junior Kielman, 85, of Rockford died Friday, Oct. 18, 2013, at Hospice of North Iowa in Mason City. A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 22, at First United Methodist Church, 21 Third St. N.W., Rockford (via the Nora Springs Exit). The Rev. Judy Wooton will officiate. Interment will follow at Riverside Cemetery in Rockford. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 21, at Fullerton Schumburg Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 302 West Main, Rockford. Online condolences may be left at www.Fullertonfh.com. Arrangements are with Fullerton Schumburg Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 302 West Main, Rockford IA 50468, 641-756-3311, www.Fullertonfh.com. Posted on 20 October 2013 by Marie Thompson |
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SPICER,
BELMOND
-- Sharon D. Sandry, age 64, of Belmond,
Iowa died Sunday, October 13, 2013, at
her home in Belmond following a variety
of health issues. 
GARNER
-- Harlan E. Carolus, 82, of Garner died
Monday, October 14th, at the Hancock
County Memorial Hospital in Britt with
his family by his side after a long and
courageous twenty-three year battle with
cancer. 
PLYMOUTH
-- Russell Korte, 63, of Plymouth, Iowa,
went to be with the Lord after an
extended illness on Monday, October 14,
2013, at his home. 
BURCHINAL--
John James Walch, M.D., born in
Burchinal in 1937, succumbed to the
complications of a stroke on Oct. 15,
2013, at the age of 76. 
GARNER
-- Bonnie L. Steward, 83, of Garner,
died Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2013, at her
home under the care of her three
daughters and Hospice of North Iowa.
FOREST
CITY -- Charles LeRoy Kleveland, 81, of
Forest City, went to be with the Lord
Wednesday morning, Oct. 16, 2013, at the
Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit in
Mason City, after a lengthy battle with
Parkinson's. 
RAKE
-- Donald Gene Skogen, 71, of Rake,
passed away on Monday, Oct. 14, 2013, at
St Marys Hospital in Rochester,
Minnesota He had a long battle with MS
and then got a blood infection, which
caused his kidneys to shut down. He was
lucky to have all of his immediate
family with him sometime during the four
days he spent at the hospital.
GREENE
-- A Celebration of life service for
Dean Kenneth Debner, 83, of Greene, will
be 10:30 a.m. Friday, Oct. 25, 2013, at
St. Peter Lutheran Church in Greene,
with Pastor Gary Hatcher officiating.
Burial will be in the Westside Cemetery
in Marble Rock, following the luncheon
and fellowship. 
MASON
CITY -- Pearl V. Reynolds-Wegener, 93,
passed away Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2013, at
Good Shepherd Health Center in Mason
City. 
SHEFFIELD
-- Stacia Mathilda (Engebretson) Etnier
was born Oct. 25, 1924, at home in
Richland Township, Franklin County, a
daughter of Percy and Christena
(Petersen) Engebretson, and passed away
Oct. 17, 2013, at the Sheffield Care
Center at 88 years of age. 
AMES
-- Dennis L. Abrams, 76, of Ames,
formerly of Mason City, died suddenly
Thursday (Oct. 17, 2013) of natural
causes, at Dubuque. 
CLEAR
LAKE -- Ardee M. Ahrendt, 81, of Clear
Lake, Iowa, died Oct. 16, 2013, at
Concord Care Center in Garner.
MARBLE
ROCK -- Yvonne Delotia Litterer, 83, of
Marble Rock, IA, passed away Thursday,
Oct. 17, 2013, at Nora Springs Care
Center in Nora Springs.
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