James "Jim" W. Griswold

April 7, 2009

James "Jim" W. Griswold, age 82, of Osage, died on Wednesday, April 1, 2009, at the Good Shepherd Health Center in Mason City.

Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m., on Saturday, April 4, at the Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home in Osage, with Rev. Anna Blaedel officiating. Burial was in the Osage Cemetery with military honors at the grave by the Osage American Legion Post 278. Visitation was from 5-7:00 p.m., on Friday, at the Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home in Osage.

He was born on May 27, 1926 in Osage, the son of Harry Delos and Anna (Wolff) Griswold. Jim attended the Osage Schools. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps during World War II and the Korean Conflict. Jim lived in Dilworth, Minnesota and drove auto transports for 33 years, until retiring and moving to Osage.

He was a member of the Osage American Legion and the V.F.W. Club in Moorhead, Minnesota.

Jim is survived by a sister, Janice Hogan of Osage; and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents; an infant brother, Edward; and a brother-in-law, Marshall Hogan.

Funeral arrangements were made by the Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home.
© 2009 Mitchell County Press

Kenneth C. Martin

April 7, 2009

Kenneth Martin, age 77, of Riceville, passed away at his residence in rural Riceville, on Wednesday, April 1, 2009.

Funeral services were held on Monday, April 6, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Riceville, at 10:30 a.m., with the Rev. Ray E. Atwood officiating. Burial was in the Calvary Cemetery in Riceville, Iowa.

Kenneth C. Martin, was born in Osage, Iowa, on May 30, 1931, the son of Cycil and Ruth (Rogers) Martin. He attended and graduated from the McIntire School in 1949. Ken served his country for two years in the U.S. Army. While stationed in Denver, Colorado, he met Janice Lammers. They were united in marriage on June 2, 1956, at the St. Pius X Catholic Church in Rochester, Minnesota. Kenneth farmed his entire life in Jenkins Township, outside of Riceville, Iowa. He also worked for the REA as a meter reader and as a correspondent for the Waterloo Courier.

Ken and Janice enjoyed dancing to country music and the Buck Hollow Band. He always raised cattle, enjoyed reading, visiting with friends and neighbors, was a great storyteller and was ready to lend a helping hand to all. Ken and Jan always looked forward to Country Fest music and friends.

Survivors include his six children, Laurie (Dan) Schwarck of Riceville, Cathy Martin of Shell Rock, Doug (Sue) Martin of Postville, Kellie (Tim) Martin of Bettendorf, Amy (Duane) Walther of Denver, Iowa and Lisa Smith of Lime Springs; 13 grandchildren, Brad, Mike, Anthony, Alyssa Schwarck, Brittany, David Martin, Julia, Jenna Martin, Dylan, Kyle, Aaron Walther Phillip and Lauren Smith; and three great-grandchildren, Madison, Macie and Calhan.

Kenneth was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Janice on September 22, 2008; and his mother and father-in-law, Frank and Hildred Lammers.

Funeral arrangements were made by the Lindstrom Funeral Home, Riceville.
© 2009 Mitchell County Press

Evangeline Landherr

April 7, 2009

Evangeline Landherr, 90, of Stacyville, Iowa, passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2009, at the Mercy Hospital, Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Wednesday, April 8, at the Visitation Catholic Church in Stacyville, with the Rev. John Moser officiating. Burial will follow in the Visitation Catholic Cemetery, Stacyville. Visitation is on Tuesday, April 7, from 4-8:00 p.m., at the Visitation Church, Stacyville, with a Rosary Service at 4:30 p.m. and a Prayer Service at 7:00 p.m.

Evangeline was born on August 4, 1918, in Johnsburg, Minnesota, to Fred and Julia (Smith) Gerber. She grew up on a farm near Johnsburg. On October 14, 1944, she was married to Wilmer Landherr in Johnsburg. She spent her entire married life on the farm west of Stacyville.

Evangeline enjoyed gardening, sewing, cooking, baking and attending auction sales with Wilmer in her later years. She resided the last 5 years of her life in Marion with her son, Ron and his wife, Audrey.

Evangeline is survived by five sons and five daughters, James of Cedar Rapids, Ronald (Audrey) of Marion, Mary Jean (David) Johnson of Dewitt, Janet (Dwight, Sr.) Jorgensen of St. Ansgar, Kathryn (Wayne) Halvorson of Chatfield, Minnesota, Thomas (Elaine) Landherr and Harold (Vicki) Landherr, both of Stacyville, Annette Hagen (special friend, Dennis Stauffacher) of Northwood, Ruth (James) Dieterich of Galesburg, Illinois and John (Annette) Landherr of Marshalltown; 32 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; three sisters, Margaret Armstrong of Fairfax, Virginia, Helen Noterman of Adams, Minnesota and Mary Brumm of Stacyville; two brothers, Adrian (Elaine) Gerber and Roger (Mary) Gerber, both of Adams, Minnesota; and sisters-in-laws, Velma Matheis of Adams, Minnesota, Elizabeth Landherr of LeRoy, Minnesota, Louise Landherr of Austin, Minnesota and Nancy Landherr of Brownsdale, Minnesota.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Wilmer; son-in-law, Bob Hagen; grandchildren, Michelle Johnson, Mark Jorgensen and Daniel Hagen; and two sisters and four brothers who died in infancy.

The Schroeder & Sites Funeral Home, St. Ansgar, was in charge of the arrangements.
© 2009 Mitchell County Press

Beverly Jean Griga

April 7, 2009

Beverly Jean Griga, 68, of St. Ansgar, died on Monday April 6, 2009, at the Hospice of North Iowa, at the Mitchell County Hospital in Osage, after a short illness.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 11, at 10:30 a.m., at the Immanuel Lutheran Church, St. Ansgar, with Rev. Dr. Byron Northwick officiating. Burial will be in the St. Ansgar Cemetery. Visitation will be on Friday, from 4-7:00 p.m., at the Schroeder & Sites Funeral Home, St. Ansgar.

Beverly Jean Wolff, was born on August 28, 1940 in Iowa City, the daughter of Ted and Ruth (Hobbs) Wolff. She attended the St. Ansgar High School. Bev was united in marriage to John "Jack" Luce on December 17, 1957 in Marengo, Iowa. They lived in Marengo until moving to St. Ansgar. They were blessed with four children. Bev worked at the Good Samaritan Center for 37 years until the time of her death. Bev was united in marriage to Don Griga on July 24, 1993.

Bev enjoyed making salads for graduations, wedding or different holidays. She also enjoyed making different foods for all of her fellow workers at the nursing home. Bev loved to cook big meals. Bev had many collections, her favorite being Angels. Bev loved holidays and family gatherings. She was a member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church in St. Ansgar.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Ted and Ruth Wolff; brother, Gary Wolff; brother-in-law, Raymond Power; and her mother and father-in-law.

Bev is survived by her husband, Don; children, Jeffery (Pam) Luce of Hillsboro, Ohio, Darrell Luce of St. Ansgar, Jaclyn (Robert) Arnold of Rochester, Minnesota and Debbie Luce of St. Charles, Minnesota; grandchildren, Merideth, Christina and Jeffery Luce of Ohio, Misty (Matt) Dugstad of Albert Lea, Minnesota, Brandon (Kristine) Luce of Emmons, Minnesota, Josh Anhorn and Cody Christensen of St. Charles, Minnesota; four great-grandchildren, Dawson, Alexia, Kyla and Aidan; one sister, Carol Power of St. Ansgar; brother-in-law, David (Sally) Griga of Minnesota; sister-in-law, Shirley (Doug) Stille of Akines, Minnesota; and several nieces, nephews, aunt, cousins, many dear friends and her special dog, Duchess.

The Schroeder & Sites Funeral Home, St. Ansgar, was in charge of the arrangements.
© 2009 Mitchell County Press

Ruberta Quarn

April 15, 2009

Ruberta Aliene Quarn, age 88, of Osage, died on Wednesday, April 15, 2009, at the Osage Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Osage.

Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Monday, April 20, at the First United Methodist Church in Osage, with Rev. Anna Blaedel officiating. Inurnment will be in the Osage Cemetery. There will be a gathering of family and friends from 6-8:00 p.m., on Sunday, at the Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home in Osage.

Ruberta was born on May 13, 1920, on a farm near Alexander, Iowa, the daughter of Henry and Lena (Eden) Greenfield. She attended grade school in Alexander and Rudd. Ruberta spent part of her high school years at the Rudd High School and graduated from the Osage High School in 1937. She married Lorne Quarn on July 31, 1943 at Mason City, Iowa. They lived in Cherokee and Charles City before moving to Osage in 1946. Ruberta worked as a bookkeeper, waitress and distributed records for jukeboxes. She was employed as a secretary/tax-preparer for Kratchmer Law Firm for many years.

Ruberta was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Osage. She enjoyed traveling, reading and cooking.

Ruberta is survived by her husband, Lorne Quarn of Osage; her daughter, Pat (Dave) Ehresman of Arden Hills, Minnesota; a brother, Duaine (Jane) Greenfield of Horseshoe Bend, Arkansas; a sister, Careldena Shanks of Rudd; grandchildren, Christopher Bartlett of New York, New York and Sara Wakefield of Irvine, California; 1 great-granddaughter, Riley Lorne Wakefield; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and a brother-in-law, Roger Shanks.

The Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home in Osage, was in charge of the arrangements.
© 2009 Mitchell County Press

Richard J. Nack

April 17, 2009

Richard James Nack, age 70, of Grafton, died on Thursday, April 16, 2009, at his home.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Monday, April 20, at the Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Grafton, with Rev. Wayne Ellingson and Irmgard Ellingson, Associate in Ministry, officiating. Burial will be in the Grafton Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4-7:00 p.m., on Sunday, at the Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home in Osage.

Richard was born on March 15, 1939, to Wilmer and Olga (Bartz) Nack of Grafton. He was baptized and confirmed at the Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Grafton. Richard graduated from the Grafton High School in 1957. He lived his entire life near Grafton. On June 12, 1960, Richard married Charlotte Strong of Mason City. To this union, two daughters were born, Tamara "Tami" and Barbara "Barb". Richard farmed and ran a bin construction company, "Nack Brothers" with his brother, Robert. He retired from farming in 1987 and then worked at the Grafton Co-Op Fertilizer plant until retiring in 2002.

Richard enjoyed traveling, the many cats he adopted, going to Canada in his motor home and gardening. This was evident by the hundreds of tomato plants he grew each year and all of the other vegetables he loved sharing with others. Richard was always willing to help others out and his generosity will be remembered. He was very proud of his grandchildren and they all have special memories of "Grandpa Nack." Richard was a member of the Emmanuel Lutheran Church and the Grafton Community Action. He served on the board of directors of the Grafton Housing Committee for many years.

Richard is survived by his daughters, Tamara (Jerry) Hemann of Osage and Barbara (Leland) Meitner of St. Ansgar; his eight grandchildren, Brandon (Crystal) Meitner, Amanda (Mark) Luna, Hailey Meitner, Brittaney and Blair Wilde, Matthew, Stephanie and Ryan Hemann; great-grandson, Reece Meitner-Luna and a great-granddaughter on the way; three step-great-grandchildren, Marcus, Jakob and Haylee Luna; sister, Ramona (Alvin) Meyer of Austin, Minnesota; sisters-in-law, Laurie Nack Bublitz of Grafton, Darlene (Robert) Fredrickson of Mason City, Linda (Terry) Barnhart of Buffalo, Wyoming and Denise (Bill) French of Buffalo Center; one aunt, Ione (Clarence) Kruse of Hampton; and many cousins, nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Charlotte on October 25, 2005; his parents; step-mother, Alice Nack; and two brothers, William "Billy" and Robert.

The Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home, Osage, was in charge of the arrangements.
© 2009 Mitchell County Press

Denise M. Loden

April 21, 2009

Denise M. Loden, formerly Denise Roll, age 56, of Osage, died on Friday, April 17, 2009, at the Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa in Mason City.

Funeral services were held at 1:30 p.m., on Tuesday, April 21, at the Faith Lutheran Church in Mitchell, with Rev. Wayne Ellingson and Irmgard Ellingson, Associate in Ministry officiating. Burial was in the Oak Grove Cemetery in Mitchell.

Denise was born on February 12, 1953 in Osage, the daughter of Robert "John" and Dorothy "Ileen" (Grimm) Mostek. She enjoyed nature, flowers, gardening, animals, camping, fishing and crossword puzzles. Denise, who had a wonderful sense of humor, was a very loving and generous person. Her life revolved around her family and friends. She especially enjoyed her grandchildren.

Denise is survived by her husband, Michael Loden of Osage; her daughter, Nikki Roll of Osage; her son, Christopher (Lindy) Gerk of Colorado Springs, Colorado; two grandchildren, Tristen and Ashten Gerk; her mother, Ileen Mostek of Osage; two sisters, Colleen Martin and friend, Dave Altick of Lead, South Dakota and Mary Mostek of LeRoy, Minnesota; two brothers, Mark Mostek of Mitchell and Michael (Sue) Mostek of Greene; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her father, Robert "John" Mostek on March 22, 2004; and her cousin, Mindy Meyerhofer.

Funeral arrangements were made by the Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home in Osage.
© 2009 Mitchell County Press

Joan Hoagland

May 5, 2009

MAPLETON-Joan Hoagland, 49, of Mapleton, Iowa, passed away at her home in the presence of her loving husband, daughters and sisters, on Saturday, April 18, 2009. She fought a courageous two-and-one-half year battle against breast cancer. In the end she left this world for a far more beautiful place.

There was a private family burial. This was followed by a service at 11:00 a.m., on Tuesday, officiated by Monsignor Mark Duchaine at the Maple Valley-Anthon Oto High School Gym in Mapleton. A memorial breakfast was held at 9:30 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. in the High School Commons.

Joan was a loving mother, wife, friend, and teacher. She was an inspiration to everyone she met. She faced her illness with a strength and humor, always concerned how others were doing. Joan was born on October 14, 1959, to Joseph and Colleen (Blandin) Kloberdanz in Osage, Iowa. She attended Ellsworth Community College and the University of Northern Iowa, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Elementary Education. Joan was married to David Hoagland on June 21, 1986, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Osage. She was blessed with two wonderful daughters, Katie and Laura. Her girls were her pride and joy and her reason for living.

Joan began her teaching career as a kindergarten teacher in Manilla, Iowa. She went on to work at the Boys and Girls Home in Sioux City, then taught kindergarten in Danbury, Iowa and also worked as a director at the Playmates Preschool in Onawa, Iowa. Joan worked for Maple Valley Elementary School as a third-grade teacher for the past nine years. During that time, she brought her wonderful sense of humor and her caring personality to her students and their families.

Joan enjoyed life to the fullest. She loved her annual summer trips to Okoboji with "the girls," going on boat rides and pretending to be young. She loved her shopping trips with her sisters and friends. There was nothing she enjoyed more than finding a bargain. She also enjoyed creating scrapbooks for her family to enjoy. Every time her family and friends see a dragonfly, they will think of Joan. She was a member of the St. Mary's Catholic Church in Mapleton, Iowa.

Joan is survived by her husband, David Hoagland; her daughters, Katie and Laura of Mapleton, Iowa; her sisters, Nancy Monroe and husband, Bob of Odenton, Maryland and Dianne Klinker and husband, Bill and their sons, Thor, Knute and Gunnar of Primghar, Iowa; her brother, Brian Kloberdanz and wife, Susan and their children, Abby, Drew and Claire of St. Charles, Illinois; her mother-in-law, Phyllis Franken of Odebolt; her brothers-in-law, Gregg Hoagland and wife, Sherri and their sons, Jonathan and Zachary of Carroll and Barry Hoagland and his daughter, Brittany of Ankeny.

Joan was preceded in death by her father, Joseph Kloberdanz; her mother, Colleen Kloberdanz; and her brother, Kevin Kloberdanz from Osage.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Joan Hoagland Memorial Scholarship Fund.

The Armstrong Funeral Home, Mapleton, was in charge of the arrangements.
© 2009 Mitchell County Press

Reuben A. Anhorn

April 28, 2009

West Des Moines-Reuben A. Anhorn, 87, passed away on Tuesday, April 21, 2009. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Animal Life Line of Iowa or the Hospice of Central Iowa.

He was a WW II veteran and served under General Patton.

Reuben enjoyed gardening, bowling, crosswords was a professional T.V. viewer and was a Cubs fan. He was very devoted to his family.

Reuben will be missed by his wife, Eve; children, David Anhorn of St. Petersburg, Florida, Douglas Anhorn of Atlanta, Georgia and Cheri (Oscar) Swanson of Winterset; granddaughter, Amanda Swanson of Urbandale; grandson, Oscar Swanson II of Winterset; and sisters, Berneice Volk and Darlene (Bob) Thompson.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and brothers, Sonny and Lyle (Slug).
© 2009 Mitchell County Press

Roberta "Bert" Hanson

April 28, 2009

Roberta "Bert" Hanson, age 72, of Osage, died on Friday, April 24, 2009, at the Mitchell County Regional Health Center in Osage.

Memorial services were held at 11:00 a.m., on Monday, April 27, at the United Church of Christ in Osage, with Pastor Ruth Moerdyk officiating.

Bert was born on June 13, 1936 in Algona, the daughter of Frank and Ada (Beitz) Smith. She married Raymond Hanson on February 19, 1954 in Bethany, Missouri. Bert enjoyed making her homemade crafts, fishing and camping. She also enjoyed spending time with her husband and family. Bert especially enjoyed decorating during the holiday seasons.

Bert is survived by her husband, Raymond Hanson of Osage; three children, Raymond Jr. (Donna) Hanson of Little Cedar, Penny (Mike) Counsell of Osage and Joseph Hanson of Osage; six grandchildren, Nina Hempy, Matt (Holley) Counsell, Mike and Jason Hanson, Jessica and Caitlin Hanson; four great-grandchildren, Dylan, Brannon, Bodey and Mason; a sister, Violet Pergande of Clarion; and a brother, Eric (Carolyn) Smith of Emmetsburg.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Martin Smith; a sister, Alice Kollasch; and her infant son, Ronald Hanson.

The Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.
© 2009 Mitchell County Press

June A. Metz

May 5, 2009

June A. Metz, age 78, of Osage, died on Sunday, April 26, 2009, at the Faith Lutheran Home in Osage.

Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m., on Thursday, May 7, at the First United Methodist Church in Osage, with Rev. Anna Blaedel officiating. All community members are invited to join in singing the "Alleluia" chorus at the memorial service. There will be a time for lunch and fellowship following the services at the church.

June was born on June 26, 1930 in Osage, the daughter of Dale and Hazel (Moody) Clyde. She married John P. Metz on August 27, 1949 in Arkansas. June worked as an area news correspondent for over 25 years and was the host of the "Osage Open House" on KGLO Radio.

She was a life long member of the First United Methodist Church in Osage, where she sang in the choir and served on numerous committees. She was also a member of the Osage V.F.W. Auxiliary. June served as Director of the Osage Chamber of Commerce. She was active in many volunteer activities and had a great love for the city of Osage.

Her body was donated to the Mayo Clinic for scientific purposes.

June is survived by a daughter, Tamara (Joe) Washington of Lakeville, Minnesota; four sons, John P. (Joanne) Metz, III of Crescent, Captain Michael Metz of Houma, Louisiana, Shane (Mary) Metz of Dike and Logan Metz of Mason City; eleven grandchildren, Nikole (Eric) Gast of Osage, Michelle (Jon) Smith of Osage, Michael Metz, Jr. of Westville, Indiana, Tara (Nick) Kane of Cedar Falls, Shane (Trista) Metz, II of Reinbeck, Jaime (Bret) Roush of Omaha, Nebraska, John P. (Elizabeth) Metz, IV of Crescent, Carissa (Bryan) Hemmer of Farmington, Minnesota, Jennifer Musta of Bloomington, Minnesota, Alexandria Washington of Minneapolis, Minnesota and Willie Washington of Lakeville, Minnesota; 12 great-grandchildren; and a brother, William Clyde of Marietta, Georgia.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, John Metz in 2005; a daughter-in-law, Janie Metz; an infant great-grandson, Ethan Hemmer; and an infant brother, Ralph Clyde.

Arrangements made by the Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home, Osage.
© 2009 Mitchell County Press

Claire Schoenborn

April 29, 2009

Claire Rosenquist Schoenborn, age 80, of Osage, died on Tuesday, April 28, 2009, at the Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa in Mason City.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Friday, May 1, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Osage, with Rev. John Moser officiating. Visitation is from 4:30 to 8:00 p.m., on Thursday, at the Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home in Osage, with a scripture wake service at 7:30 p.m. Private inurnment services will be held in the St. Peter's Cemetery in New Haven.

Claire was born in Seattle, Washington, to Arthur and Selma (Krogstad) Rosenquist on April 26, 1929. The family moved to Osage in 1931, where Claire attended school, graduating in 1947. Following graduation, she worked at the local telephone company. Claire was united in marriage to Donald Schoenborn at the St. Edward's Church Rectory in Sioux City, Iowa on May 29, 1947. They had five children, Pamela, Carol, Geri, Mary Kay and Edward. Claire retired in 1997 after 27 years with the Mitchell County Home Health Service.

She was an active member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, the American Legion Auxiliary, V.F.W. Auxiliary, past officer of the Family and Friends Association of Opportunity Village, a volunteer at the Faith Home and a former mentor in the Bridges Mentoring Program.

Claire is survived by three daughters, Carol Grimm of Osage, Geri (Darwin) Thompson of St. Ansgar and Mary Kay Schoenborn of Clear Lake; one son, Edward (Janna) Schoenborn of Santee, California; eight grandchildren, Vicki (Kenny) Low, Heath (Angela) Grimm and Chris Grimm, Kyle and Erin Thompson, Derek, Kayla and Dane Schoenborn; five great-grandchildren, Stephanie, Allison and Ryan Low, Emma and Leah Grimm; one brother, Richard (Jill) Rosenquist of Sebastopol, California; a brother-in-law, Lionel Eubanks of Chicago, Illinois; one nephew; and four nieces.

Preceding her in death was her husband, Donald in 2005; an infant daughter, Pamela; her parents, Arthur and Selma Rosenquist; an infant brother, Dale; her son-in-law, Ralph Grimm; and a sister-in-law, Irma Eubanks.

The Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home, Osage, was in charge of the arrangements.
© 2009 Mitchell County Press

Florence Mosch

May 5, 2009

Florence Mosch, 92 passed away on Tuesday, April 28, 2009.

Funeral services were held at the St. Martin's Chapel in Birmingham, Alabama and at the Peterson Funeral Home in Buffalo, Minnesota. She will be laid to rest with her parents, brother and sister in the Osage Cemetery in Osage.

Florence was the daughter of Lars and Gudina Larsen, immigrant bakers from Norway who owned the bakery in Osage during the 30's & 40's. Florence was born in Washburn, Wisconsin on August 2, 1916. As a member of the 'Greatest Generation' she persisted through serious illness including scarlet fever and polio. She recovered to walk again and serve during World War II working in various factories producing bullets and aircraft instruments for Honeywell. Florence married Sevryn Lewis of Rockford, Iowa in 1944 having one son. The family moved to Buffalo, Minnesota, in 1947 and then moved to Florida in 1950, where Florence lived until 1966 following the death of her husband, Sevryn in 1960. Sevryn is buried in Osage. Moving back to Buffalo, Florence met Martin Mosch a widower and old friend from before the war. They married in 1967 living in Waverly, Minnesota, until he passed away in December of 1986. Their marriage provided many happy memories including travel in the United States and their favorite pass times of gardening and square dancing.

Following the death of her sister, Gertrude Erickson in late 1994 she moved to St. Martin's Assisted Living of Birmingham, Alabama in 1996, to be close to her son and his family. As her disabilities increased, her family also increased to include the many caregivers at St. Martin's. Although the dementia stole her memories and physical abilities, Florence continued to maintain a cheerful attitude and concern for those around her. The quality of care given by the staff at St. Martin's provided her with an extended family who helped to maintain the highest quality of life possible.

She is survived by her son, Roger A. Lewis of Birmingham, Alabama; three grandchildren, Tracie L. Kinard of Mobile, Alabama, Lyndie K. Lewis and Scott A. Lewis of Birmingham, Alabama; six step-children, Marilyn Farden, Sandy Kral, Roger Mosch, Dick Mosch, Beverly Stassen and Geri Horsch; 23 step-grandchildren; 40 step-great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. Many who are living in Minnesota.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Theodore and Leonard Larsen; a sister, Gertrude Erickson; husbands, Sevryn A. Lewis and Martin Mosch.
© 2009 Mitchell County Press

William "Bill" Mayer

May 5, 2009

William "Bill" Mayer, age 81, of Riceville, died on Wednesday, April 29, 2009, at the Mercy Medical Center in Mason City, Iowa.

A Funeral Mass was held at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Riceville, on Saturday, May 2, at 10:30 a.m., with the Rev. Ray E. Atwood officiating. Burial was in the Calvary Cemetery in Riceville, with military honors. The Lindstrom Funeral Home, Riceville, was in charge of the arrangements.
© 2009 Mitchell County Press

LaVonne (Ingraham) Gutches

May 5, 2009

LaVonne Idella Gutches, age 96, of Mesa, Arizona, died on Thursday, April 30, 2009, at the Citadel Care Center in Mesa.

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Monday, May 11, 2009, in the Osage Cemetery, with Pastor Ruth Moerdyk officiating. There will be a time for lunch and fellowship at the United Church of Christ, Osage, following the graveside service. Funeral arrangements were made by the Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home.
© 2009 Mitchell County Press