Lawrence Hultman

November 8, 2006

Lawrence Hultman, age 88, of Osage, died on Tuesday, November 7, 2006, at the Osage Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Osage.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m., on Friday, November 10, 2006, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Osage, with Rev. John Moser officiating. Burial will be in the Sacred Heart Cemetery in Osage. Visitation is from 4:30 to 7:00 p.m., on Thursday at the Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home in Osage, with a rosary at 4:45 p.m. and a scripture service at 6:30 p.m.

Lawrence was born on March 15, 1918 in Mitchell County, Iowa, the son of Albert and Hazel (Voaklander) Hultman. He graduated from the Little Cedar High School in 1936.

On September 16, 1939, Lawrence married Lucille Mandler in Osage. He was a self-employed truck driver and farmed near Little Cedar until retiring and moving to Osage in 1982. Lawrence was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus. He enjoyed playing cards, going to the casinos, and was a history buff.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and a sister, Lorraine Penney.

Lawrence is survived by his wife, Lucille Hultman of Osage; a daughter, Janice (Gary) Mauer of Oskaloosa; a son, Roger (Mary) Hultman of Austin, Minnesota; seven grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and a great-great-grandson.

Funeral arrangements were made by the Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home, Osage.
© 2006 Mitchell County Press

Dale T. Bensend

November 14, 2006

Dale T. Bensend, 75, of Mona, Iowa, died on Tuesday, November 7, 2006, at the Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit, Mason City, Iowa.

Funeral services were held on Thursday, November 9, at 10:30 a.m., at Our Savior's Lutheran Church, Lyle, Minnesota, with Rev. Barbara Finley-Shea officiating. Burial was in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Mona, Iowa.

Dale was born on April 17, 1931 near Riceville, Iowa, to Cecil and Nina (Foster) Bensend. He graduated from the Riceville High School and the Austin Community College, majoring in business. Dale married Donna Duenow on June 3, 1956 at Our Savior's Lutheran Church, Lyle, Minnesota.

Dale worked as a carpenter and also worked at Hormel's for 22 years. He was a faithful member of Our Savior's Lutheran Church, Lyle, where he served as Vice President, Council Secretary, Deacon and Trustee. Golfing, fishing and playing pool were his passions.

Dale was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Virginia Knode; one brother, Marvin Bensend; and an infant sister.

He is survived by his wife, Donna of Mona; daughter, Tracy (Rob Arnoldy) Bensend of New Brighton, Minnesota; son, Chris Bensend of Ames, Iowa; two brothers, Bob Bensend of Osage and Russell Bensend of Riceville, Iowa; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral arrangements were made by the Schroeder & Sites Funeral Home, St. Ansgar, Iowa.
© 2006 Mitchell County Press

Henry J. Becker

November 14, 2006

Henry J. Becker, 94, of Charles City, died on Tuesday, November 7, 2006, at the 11th Street Chautauqua Guest Home in Charles City.

Funeral services were held at 1:30 p.m., on Saturday, November 11, at the Hauser Funeral Home in Charles City. Pastor Dennis Niezwaag of Saint John Evangelical Lutheran Church officiated. Burial was in the Riverside Cemetery, Charles City.

Henry Joseph Becker, was born on January 15, 1912 south of Greene, the son of John Balthazar and Catherine (Dahmer) Becker. He was baptized at the Saint John Lutheran Church, Vilmar. His parents were immigrants from Germany.

Henry was the last surviving member of this first generation German immigrant family. His father, seeking a better life for his family, came to New York in early 1900. By 1904, through hard work, Henry's father had saved enough money to bring his wife and five young children to America. They lived in Nebraska and Ohio, working and saving until they were able to move to Greene, where they purchased farm land. In 1915 the family moved north of Charles City, on the Rotary Park Road.

Henry graduated from the Floyd Consolidated School in 1930. After graduation, he moved to Lawton, Oklahoma, where he worked as a carpenter building Fort Sill. Missing family and farming, Henry returned to Iowa.

On January 4, 1935, Henry and Frances L. Ayers were united in marriage. To this union four children were born. In the early 1940's they purchased a farm 10 miles north of Charles City, where they became very successful raising crops, poultry and livestock. Retiring in the early 80's, they moved to an acreage two miles north of Floyd. Frances died in 1992 and Henry moved to Charles City in 1998.

Henry is survived by his four children, Marjorie (Ray) Stoncypher of Floyd, Marlene Reints of Cedar Falls, James (Linda) Becker of Windsor, Colorado and Lorna (David) Scrimger of Charles City; 10 grandchildren; seven step-grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and 11 step-great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife of 57 years; three brothers, Walter, George and John Becker; and six sisters, Katheryn Brinkman, Mollie Rieken, Marie Rowzee, Lela Dunlap, Elizabeth Carter Kirkendall and Dorothy Mullarky Buche.

The Hauser Funeral Home of Charles City, was in charge of the arrangements.
© 2006 Mitchell County Press

William "Willie" Neis

November 14, 2006

William "Willie" Neis, age 89, of Osage, died on Wednesday, November 8, 2006, at the Mitchell County Regional Health Center-Emergency Room in Osage.

A Mass of Christian Burial was held at 10:00 a.m., on Saturday, November 11, 2006, at the Visitation Catholic Church in Stacyville, with Rev. John Moser officiating. Burial was in the Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery in Osage.

Willie was born on September 15, 1917 on a farm near Stacyville, the son of Ferdinand and Augusta (Blake) Neis. On August 7, 1946, he married Irene Faas in Stacyville. Willie drove a road grader for the Mitchell County Highway Department. Following his retirement, Willie enjoyed family gatherings, gardening, and being outdoors.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Irene in 1995; an infant son, Richard; a daughter, Beverly White; a daughter-in-law, Satoe Neis; a grandson, Rodney White; two sisters, Angie Brumm and Agnes Brumm; an infant brother, Robert; and three brothers-in-law, Frank Hoffman, Ralph McDowell and Bud Miller.

Willie is survived by three sons, Robert (Myrna) Neis of Mason City, Dennis Neis of Tripoli and Michael (Carolyn) Neis of Osage; five sisters, Adelaide (Lloyd) Counsell of Osage, Rosanna Miller of Rudd, Frances Hoffman of Sun City, California, Betty Jane (Dick) Conger of Sequim, Washington and Arlene Rogers of Arizona; a brother, Joseph (Imelda) Neis of Minneapolis, Minnesota; 10 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren.

Funeral arrangements were made by the Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home in Osage.
© 2006 Mitchell County Press

Herbert J. Hemann

November 14, 2006

Herbert J. Hemann, 83, died on Wednesday, November 8, 2006, at the Mitchell County Regional Health Care Center, Osage, Iowa.

Funeral services were held on Saturday, November 11, 2006, at 1:30 p.m., at the Visitation Catholic Church, Stacyville, with Msgr. John Hemann and Rev. David Hemann officiating. Burial was in the Visitation Cemetery, Stacyville.

Herbert Hemann, was born on January 12, 1923 in Union Township, Mitchell County, Iowa to John and Mary (Gerber) Hemann. He was united in marriage to Irene Mueller, on August 25, 1948 at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Meyer, Iowa. Herbert was a member of the Catholic Order of Foresters and a life time member of the Visitation Church.

He enjoyed farming, and hours that were spent in his woodworking shop. Herbert will be remembered for his strong faith, love of his family, work ethic and honesty.

He was preceded in death by his son, Adrian; parents, John and Mary (Gerber) Hemann; and two brothers, Clarence and Roman.

Herbert is survived by his wife, Irene of Stacyville; children, Vivian (Bart) McDonough of Kellogg, Minnesota, Steven of Moravia, Iowa, Harvey (Diane) of Stacyville, Susan (Jack) VanLaere of Rockford, Iowa, Norbert (Marybeth) of Stacyville, Leonard (Carol) of Linden, Iowa, Galen (Audrey) of Rose Creek, Minnesota, Colette (Steve) Koebrick of Charles City, Maureen (Duane) Wegner of Eyota, Minnesota, Nicholas of Kasson, Minnesota, Yvonne (Todd) Braun of Kasson, Minnesota, Andrew (Patty) of Stacyville, Delores (Kevin) Koster of St. Ansgar and Kathleen (Tim) Bruggeman of St. Ansgar; 41 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.

Also survived by a brother, Alfred and wife, Darlene Hemann; two sisters, Marie (Glen) Borchardt and Helen Falada; and a sister-in-law, Elizabeth Hemann.

The Schroeder & Sites Funeral Home, St. Ansgar was in charge of the arrangements.
© 2006 Mitchell County Press

Helga Clausen

November 14, 2006

Helga Clausen, 91, a life long Stacyville area resident and homemaker, died on Saturday, November 11, 2006, at the Samaritan Bethany Nursing Home in Rochester, Minnesota.

The visitation for the friends and family of Helga Mae Clausen will be held from 1-3:00 p.m., on Wednesday, November 15, in Toeterville, Iowa, at the St. Peter Lutheran Church. It will be followed by a private burial in the St. Ansgar City Cemetery, with Pastor Lance Kittleson officiating.

Helga Schwanke, was born on May 2, 1915 in Lyle, Minnesota. After graduating from the Lyle High School, she married Charles Clayton Clausen in 1936. They farmed near Stacyville and Helga worked as an aid at the Good Samaritan Nursing Home in St. Ansgar.

She was active in her church, a member of the Sons of Norway, and a 4-H Leader for many years. Her hobbies included cooking, baking, gardening, traveling, and spending time with her grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Clayton; her son, Allen; two brothers, Lee and Elmer; a grandson, Todd; and a granddaughter, Renae.

Survivors include a son, Richard (Marlene) Clausen of Osage, Iowa; a daughter, Linda (Gregory) Munson of Rochester, Minnesota; her brother, Arnold (Geraldine) Schwanke of Ocala, Florida; seven grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and nephews and nieces.

The Schroeder & Sites Funeral Home, St. Ansgar was in charge of the arrangements.
© 2006 Mitchell County Press

Joan Schroeder

November 21, 2006

Joan Schroeder, passed away on Sunday, November 12, 2006, in Pinedale, Wyoming.

A memorial service will be held at Our Savior's Lutheran Church, Pinedale, Wyoming, on Monday, November 27, at 11:00 a.m.

Joan was born on May 28, 1943 in Oelwein, Iowa to Dell Dwayne Hines and Mabel Eva Teepe Hines.

Joan enjoyed a happy and adventurous childhood growing up on farms with loving parents, grandparents, and a large extended family.

Joan graduated from the Osage Community High School in 1961. Following graduation, she moved to Denver where she worked for National Western Life Insurance. Joan later moved to Minneapolis where she was employed by Dial Finance. She was transferred by that company to Omaha, Nebraska.

In Omaha she met Dennis Schroeder, who was there on his first cattle buying job with the Wilson Packing Company. They were married on May 23, 1970.

Shortly after they were married the couple moved to Dodge City, Kansas, where Dennis was buying cattle for Monfort of Colorado and Joan began an extended college education, which she enjoyed immensely. She drove 180 miles round trip each day to classes at Fort Hays State University. Joan received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education in 1976. In 1980, she went on to earn a Master's Degree in Special Reading and Elementary School Administration. She graduated with honors on both occasions.

Joan went on to teach special reading and gifted classes for 14 years in Dighton, Kansas. During this period she also taught graduate level reading courses at Fort Hays State University. She was on the Reading Advisory Board for Emporia State University in Emporia, Kansas and worked with Kansas University in developing reading competency tests for the State of Kansas.

During this time, Joan also became interested in the cattle business and successfully operated her own cattle feeding company for many years.

Joan was a voracious reader of all kinds of books, often reading three or four books per week. Another interest of Joan's was cooking. She was a Field Editor for Taste of Home Magazine for many years.

Joan enjoyed staying in contact with the many friends that she acquired throughout her life. She always had time for her friends and will be remembered for her loyalty and kindness. In her last months she was overwhelmed by the support she had.

She was contented spending time at the ranch enjoying the abundant wildlife and entertaining family and friends. She loved animals of all kinds. A special companion for many years was her German Shepherd, Kaiser.

Joan belonged to Our Savior's Lutheran Church of Pinedale. She belonged to the International Reading Association, of which she served as President of the regional chapter.

Joan was preceded in death by her father, Dell Dwayne Hines; and her grandparents.

Joan is survived by her husband, Dennis of Pinedale; her mother and father, Mabel and Roger Carmody of Gravette, Arkansas; a sister, Janet Hilsman of Bella Vista, Arkansas; and a brother, David Carmody of West Union, Iowa. She is also survived by 10 nieces and nephews; and many great-nieces and nephews.
© 2006 Mitchell County Press

Arnold Bublitz

November 21, 2006

Arnold (Arnie) Bublitz, 96, of St. Ansgar, died on Tuesday, November 14, 2006, at the Good Samaritan Center, St. Ansgar.

Funeral services were held on Saturday, November 18, 2006, at 11:00 a.m., at the Immanuel Lutheran Church, St. Ansgar, with Rev. Dr. Byron Northwick officiating. Burial was in the Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery.

Arnold was born on August 9, 1910, a son of Reinold and Martha (Diedrich) Bublitz in Newburg Township, Mitchell County, Iowa. Arnold was united in marriage to Wilma Lange on October 23, 1930. They made their home in Mitchell and Worth County farming all their lives until retiring in 1975 and moving to St. Ansgar, Iowa.

Arnold was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Wilma; son, Duane; three brothers, Wilmer, Harvey and Lawrence; and a grandson, Curtis Bublitz.

He is survived by one sister, Elenora Boerjan; son, Robert and wife, Pat of St. Ansgar; two daughters, Shirley and husband, Curtis Sheets of Iowa City and Delores and husband, Richard Trettin of St. Ansgar; eight grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews.

Funeral arrangements were made by the Schroeder & Sites Funeral Home, St. Ansgar.
© 2006 Mitchell County Press

Evelyn I. Fox

November 21, 2006

Evelyn I. Fox, 78, died at the Mitchell County Regional Health Center, Osage, Iowa, on Thursday, November 16, 2006.

Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m., on Monday, November 20, 2006, at the St. Ansgar Baptist Church, St. Ansgar, with Rev. Gary Gonnerman officiating. Burial was in the St. Ansgar Cemetery.

Evelyn was born on March 4, 1928 in Austin, Minnesota, to Edward and Etta (Eckert) Goodew. As a teenager she accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior.

Evelyn married Edgar Fox on May 15, 1948 in Austin, Minnesota. She worked at Hormel's and later at the Good Samaritan Center in St. Ansgar when it first opened. She worked as a nurse's aide, charge nurse and activity director. After retiring she went back to the Good Samaritan as a feeder until her health would not let her continue.

She enjoyed flowers, birds, coin collecting and collecting post cards. Her heart was so loving that she opened her home over the years to care for people with health difficulties. Evelyn will be remembered as a loving person.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two children, Robert and Mary; and one brother in infancy.

Evelyn is survived by her husband, Edgar Sr. of St. Ansgar; one son, Edgar Jr. (Dixie) of St. Ansgar; two daughters, Sue (Nick) Streit of St. Ansgar and Jo Fox of St. Ansgar; five grandchildren; one honorary grandchild; four great-grandchildren; two brothers, Ray (Billie) Goodew of Austin, Minnesota and Carroll (Audrey) Goodew of North Carolina; one sister, Val (Ron) Shada of Walker, Iowa; and special friend, Jo Nash of Carpenter, Iowa.

Funeral arrangements were made by the Schroeder & Sites Funeral Home, St. Ansgar, Iowa.
© 2006 Mitchell County Press

Doris Irene Canny

November 21, 2006

Doris Irene (Penney) Canny, age 87, of Osage, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 16, 2006, at the Mitchell County Regional Health Center-Hospice Unit in Osage.

According to Doris' wishes, a private family service will be held at a later date.

Doris was born on December 7, 1918 at Little Cedar, Iowa, the daughter of Sidney and Helen (Fairbanks) Penney. She graduated from the Little Cedar Consolidated School in 1937.

On June 17, 1937, Doris was united in marriage to Glen Canny in Mason City, Iowa. She was a long time member of the Osage First United Methodist Church, and was a member of the V.F.W. Ladies Auxiliary.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Glen Canny; a son, Ronald Canny; a brother, Vinus "Bill" Penney; and a sister, Mildred "Babe" Canny.

Doris is survived by two daughters, Sharon Theobald of Stacyville and Diane Canny of Bloomington, Minnesota; a daughter-in-law, Sharon Canny of Orchard; five grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; two brothers, Merle (Marge) Penney of Osage and Earle (Beverly) Penney of Little Cedar; and numerous nephews and nieces.

The Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home, Osage, was in charge of the arrangements.
© 2006 Mitchell County Press

Kimberly Joy Grimm

November 28, 2006

Kimberly Joy Grimm, 33, of Burnsville, Minnesota, formerly of Riceville, died on Friday, November 17, 2006, at the Fairview Ridges Hospital in Burnsville, Minnesota.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, November 21, at the Saint John Evangelical Lutheran Church in Charles City. Pastor David Werges officiated. Burial was in the Sunnyside Memory Gardens, rural Charles City.

Kimberly Joy Grimm, was born on February 11, 1973 at Charles City, the daughter of Roger and Judy (Holm) Grimm. She graduated from the Riceville High School in 1991, attended Waldorf College for two years and graduated from Wartburg College in 1995. Kimberly more recently completed the Radiology Program at North Memorial Hospital in Robbinsdale, Minnesota and was currently enrolled in the MRI Internship Program.

In March of 2000, Kimberly was diagnosed with a blood disorder called Thrombotic Thombocytopenia Purpura (TTP). In a brochure expressing her appreciation for blood donors, Kimberly described herself, "My personality is the type that is very determined. Thankful and most grateful to all the surrounding support. I am athletic, love to play sports, enjoy the simple things, like a true smile and a ground ball at shortstop. I have grown in many areas and without donors, I wouldn't have any of this. Thank you. Life is short, have faith, family and fun and live it with ZEST. God has blessed me with the opportunity to show my appreciation, share a little about my story, and to most of all, encourage blood donations. Thank you kindly for the courage".

She was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, James Grimm; maternal grandparents, Victor and Lorraine Holm; an aunt and uncle, Gloria and Jim Crumpton; and an uncle, Ralph Grimm

Those thankful for sharing Kimberly's life include her partner, Diane Eyestone of Burnsville, Minnesota; her parents, Roger and Judy Grimm of Riceville; her sister, Holly Grimm and fiancée, Matt See, both of Waterloo; her brother, Ryan Grimm and special friend, Nadia Korobova, both of Waterloo; paternal grandmother, Annabelle Grimm of Charles City; and six nieces and nephews, Keaton Shane, Madison and Sydney See, Jack and Erin Kiloran and Connor Eyestone; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

The Hauser Funeral Home in Charles City was in charge of the arrangements.
© 2006 Mitchell County Press

Stuart Penney

November 21, 2006

Stuart Penney, age 85, an Ames resident since 1997 and formerly of Stacyville, died on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at Ames, Iowa.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 25, 2006, at the Visitation Catholic Church, Stacyville, Iowa. Reverend Father John Moser will officiate. Burial will be in the Visitation Catholic Church Cemetery, Stacyville. Visitation will be from 4-6:00 p.m., on Friday, November 24, at the St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, Ames, with a scripture service at 6:00 p.m. and will also be available from 9:30-10:30 a.m., on Saturday, November 25, at the Visitation Catholic Church in Stacyville.

Stuart was born on July 18, 1921 at Little Cedar, Iowa, the son of Hubert and Gladys (Makepeace) Penney and was a 1937 graduate of the Little Cedar Consolidated School. He farmed near Stacyville and was a meat cutter for Hormel's. Stuart served in the US Navy as an Airman Machinist Mate 1st Class during WW II.

He was married to Rosemary Kreber on March 12, 1945 in Austin, Minnesota and was a member of the Visitation Catholic Church, Stacyville. He was a 61-year member of the Hale Penney Fuller American Legion Post 569 and belonged to the Hormel Retirees.

He enjoyed his children and grandchildren. Stuart played cribbage, euchre, checkers, hunted and fished. He had a great sense of humor.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Rosemary in 2001; son, John Penney; infant daughter, Theresa Penney; and his sister, Dorothy Drum.

Immediate survivors include his children, Jim (Heather) Penney, Mary Jo (Larry) Pfeifer Wulf, Deb (John) Penney Morrow, Elayne (Steve) Penney-Timmons, Rita (Fredrick) Martens, Ann (Dale) Penney-Decker and Donna (Paul) Boerjan; his brother, Howard (Minnie) Penney of Osage; 19 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, Visitation Catholic Church or the American Juvenile Diabetes Association..

The Adams Funeral Home in Ames was in charge of the arrangements.
© 2006 Mitchell County Press

Joyce Hveem

November 21, 2006

Joyce Hveem, age 88, of Osage, died on Tuesday, November 21, 2006, at her residence at the Faith Home Assisted Living in Osage.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Saturday, November 25, 2006, at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Osage, with Rev. Dennis Hanson and Rev. Roy Ott officiating. Burial will be in the Osage Cemetery. Visitation is from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., on Friday, at the Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home in Osage, and will continue one hour before services at the church on Saturday.

Joyce was born on November 18, 1918 at Osage, Iowa, the daughter of Gustav and Margaret (Bahnsen) Paulson. She graduated from the Osage High School in 1936. Joyce taught at rural school Cedar No. 5 from 1936 to 1940. On June 4, 1939, she married Hans Hveem in Osage.

Joyce was a member of Our Savior's Lutheran Church and the Eve Circle. She was a life time member and Past Commander of the Osage V.F.W. Post 7920 Ladies Auxiliary. Her interests included farming, sewing, hand quilting, gardening, and baking.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Hans Hveem; two brothers, Gaylon Paulson and Carroll Paulson; a sister, Twyla Paulson; and a granddaughter, Stephanie Hveem.

Joyce is survived by two sons, Gary (Frances) Hveem of Rio Rancho, New Mexico and Howard Hveem of Cedar Falls; one daughter, Marcia (Bill) Dedic of Waterloo; a sister, Bonnie (John) Picht of Plymouth; three grandchildren, Todd (Jacque) Hveem, Jennifer (Rick) Jennings and Joshua (Debra) Hveem; step-grandchildren, Christopher Dedic and Melissa (Chris) Reed; seven great-grandchildren; and three step-great-grandchildren.

The Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home in Osage, was in charge of the arrangements.
© 2006 Mitchell County Press

Hurshel L. Earles

November 28, 2006

Hurshel L. Earles, age 91, of Osage, died on Friday, November 24, 2006, at the MCRHC-Hospice Unit in Osage.

Funeral services were held at 11:00 a.m., on Tuesday, November 28, 2006, at the First United Methodist Church in Osage, with Rev. Dr. J. Samuel Subramanian officiating. Burial was in the Little Cedar Cemetery.

Hurshel was born on August 13, 1915 in Corwith, Iowa, the son of John L. and Amizon (Dunfee) Earles. Hurshel farmed near Crystal Lake, Lime Springs, and Osage. He moved to Osage in 1966 and worked at the Osage Cemetery, Farmer's Produce, and was custodian at the Home Trust and Savings Bank before retiring.

He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Osage and the Osage Senior Center. He delivered Meals on Wheels until he turned 90. He earned recognition from the Iowa State Governor for his volunteer services. He enjoyed gardening and making wooden crafts.

Hurshel was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Ruth in 2001; brothers, Willis, Harlow, Burkley, John and James; sisters, Sylvia Kearney, Murre Fillenworth and Estle Earles; son, Richard Earles; daughter, Marjorie Earles; and a granddaughter, Sheri Earles.

Hurshel is survived by three daughters, Betty Norrie of Rochester, Minnesota, Susan (John) Campbell of Harlan and Linda (Paul) Dawson of Newton; three sons, Jerry (Mary Ellen) Earles of Independence, Keith (Carol) Earles of Traer and Steven Earles of Clear Lake; a sister, Nona Van Dusseldorp of Britt; 13 grand-children; and 14 great-grandchildren.

Funeral arrangements were made by the Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home, Osage.
© 2006 Mitchell County Press

Roger Schnell

November 28, 2006

Roger Schnell, age 80, of Osage, died on Friday, November 24, 2006, at the Osage Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Osage.

Funeral services were held at 11:00 a.m., on Monday, November 27, 2006, at the First United Methodist Church in Osage, with Rev. Dr. J. Samuel Subramanian officiating. Burial was in the Osage Cemetery, with Military Honors by the Osage American Legion Post 278.

Roger was born on April 3, 1926 in Arco, Minnesota, the son of Alvin and Alvina (Abraham) Schnell. He graduated from the Tyler High School at Tyler, Minnesota in 1944. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II.

Roger moved to Osage in 1962 and was employed by the Osage Municipal Utilities, retiring as the line foreman in 1989. He married Mary Ann North on August 27, 1965 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

Roger was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Osage and the American Legion Post 278, where he was a past Post Commander and a member of the Post Memorial Squad. He enjoyed boating, fishing, and spending time with the grandchildren.

Roger was preceded in death by his parents; one sister; and three brothers.

Roger is survived by his wife, Mary Ann Schnell of Osage; a daughter, Mindy Faas of Osage; three sons, Mark North of Ames, Mick North of Little Cedar and Monte North of Osage; a sister, Yvonne Hooven of Tyler, Minnesota; 10 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.

Funeral arrangements were made by the Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home, Osage.
© 2006 Mitchell County Press

Mary A. Miller

November 28, 2006

Mary A. Miller (nee Marr), age 93, died peacefully on Saturday, November 25, 2006, in River Falls, Wisconsin.

A Memorial Mass was held on Tuesday, November 28, 2006, at the St. Bridget Catholic Church, River Falls, Wisconsin. Burial will be held on Saturday, December 2, 2006, at the St. Peter's Cemetery, New Haven, Iowa.

Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Vincent; her parents; and five brothers and sisters.

She is survived by John (Marilee) of Oakdale, Minnesota, Jim (Donna) of River Falls and Jerry (Mary Joan) of Scotia, New York; grandchildren, Lynn Miller, John (Laurie) Miller, Terri (Dan) Lenselink, Susan (Jim) Jensen, Katie (Steven) Brietzman, Mike (Katie) Miller, Dan (Lisa) Miller, Alex Miller, Patty (Rick) Conly and Amy (Mitch) Hood; 17 great-grandchildren; a sister, Grace Fox of St. Ansgar; and many nieces and nephews.

The Cashman Mortuary of River Falls, Wisconsin was in charge of the arrangements.
© 2006 Mitchell County Press

Ricky Lee Schulz

December 12, 2006

Ricky Lee Schulz, age 43, of Tarpon Springs, Florida and formerly of Osage, died on Tuesday, November 28, 2006.

Private family services were held on Wednesday, December 6, 2006, at the Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home in Osage. Rev. Robert Melhorn officiated. Interment was in the Osage Cemetery.

Ricky was born on June 26, 1963 at Osage, Iowa, the son of Ronald and Marjorie (Lassahn) Schulz. Ricky moved to Florida in 1986. He was employed by MI Home Products.

Ricky was a member of the First Baptist Church. He was an avid NASCAR fan, and enjoyed fishing, camping, and working on old cars.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents; two nephews, Pacer and Aaron Power; a niece, Naomi Power; and a cousin, Laurie Angell.

Ricky is survived by his wife, Vickie Schulz of Tarpon Springs, Florida; a son, Dakota Kyle Schulz of Tarpon Springs, Florida; a daughter, Cassie Everett-Schulz of Tarpon Springs, Florida; his parents, Ronald and Marjorie Schulz of Osage; a brother, Kenneth Schulz of New Port Richey, Florida; two sisters, Jean (Les) Perry of Riceville and MayBelle (Rick) Brockney of Riceville.

The Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home, Osage, was in charge of the arrangements.
© 2006 Mitchell County Press

Norman Lincke

November 29, 2006

Norman Lincke, age 82, of Osage, died on Wednesday, November 29, 2006, at the Faith Home in Osage.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Saturday, December 2, 2006, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Osage, with Rev. John Moser officiating. Burial will be in the Osage Cemetery, with military honors at graveside by the Osage V.F.W. Post 7920 and the Osage American Legion Post 278. Visitation is from 2:30 to 6:00 p.m., on Friday, at the Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home in Osage, with a rosary at 3:00 p.m.

Norman was born on August 22, 1924 at Mitchell, Iowa, the son of Paul and Abigail (Dodge) Lincke. Norman graduated from the Osage High School. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II, landing in Normandy on D-Day. His tour also included Luxemburg, Belgium, and Germany. Norman was presented with a Medal of Appreciation from the Ambassador of France.

He returned to Osage, where he married Eileen Puettmann on October 9, 1946, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Norman was employed as a mechanic for the Iowa DOT for 36 years. He was a member of the Osage V.F.W. and the Osage American Legion. Norman was an accomplished carpenter, and made many pieces of furniture for his family. He enjoyed dancing, fishing, and his grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Norman is survived by his wife, Eileen Lincke of Osage; two daughters, Claudia (Larry) Lacour of Osage and Donna Adams and friend, Rex Ratcliff of Hampton; five grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.

Funeral arrangements were made by the Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home, Osage.
© 2006 Mitchell County Press

Mollie H. Moen

December 5, 2006

Mollie H. Moen, 92, of Nora Springs, died on Wednesday, November 29, 2006, at the Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit in Mason City.

Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m., on Monday, December 4, 2006, at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Osage. Rev. Dennis Hanson and Rev. Roy Ott officiated. Interment was in the Osage Cemetery.

Pallbearers are Lester Benttine, Stanley Ask, Bud Bahnsen, Scott Moen, Carol Kastler and Dwayne Christiansen. Honorary pallbearers are Janice Benttine, Cynthia Ehrhart, Pauline Bahnsen, Mary Louise Byington, Marlene Kastler, Jeanette Borchardt and Marlys Kramm.

Mollie was born on January 5, 1914 at Manly, the daughter of Sonke and Marie (Hansen) Christiansen.

In February of 1932, she was married to Lloyd O. Moen of Carpenter. They farmed in rural Osage throughout their years together. They had three children. After Lloyd's death in 1994, she moved to Osage and in 2004, to Nora Springs.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Lloyd; one son, Roger; one sister, Tillie; and one brother, Broder.

Mollie is survived by two sons, Gene Moen of Nora Springs and Ron Moen of Clarkston, Michigan; seven grandchildren, Brenda Dilbeck of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Scott Moen of Austin, Minneapolis, Kathy Stowe of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, Donna Moen of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Christy Moen of Topeka, Kansas, Tracy Moen Victor of Sylvan Lake, Michigan and Evan Moen of Clarkston, Michigan; three great-grandchildren; one sister, Martha Smith of Phoenix, Arizona; many nieces and nephews; and lots of friends who she continued to cherish and nurture throughout her 92 years.

Funeral arrangements were made by the Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home in Osage.
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