Russell Edward Schaub

May 13, 2009

Russell Edward Schaub, an executive at the Westfield Insurance Company for 17 years until his retirement in 1999, died suddenly on Saturday, May 3, 2003, of an aortic aneurysm. He was 70 years old.

Funeral service was at the Leroy United Methodist Church in Westfield Center on Thursday, May 8.

He was born on July 20, 1932 in Northwood, Iowa, to Margaret and Earl Schaub. He was a farm boy who was active in 4-H and excelled as both a student and an athlete. As the recipient of a Danforth Scholarship in 1950, he attended Iowa Wesleyan University, where he lettered in three varsity sports (baseball, football, and basketball) and was an officeholder in his fraternity, Lambda Chi Alpha and a Blue Key member. He graduated in 1954.

He married Joan Lou Helgeson of Kensett, on December 19, 1954. After Russ completed a brief stint in the Army, they began their lives together as schoolteachers. Russ taught high school mathematics from 1955-59. When he received a National Science Foundation Scholarship in 1959-60, they moved to Minneapolis where Russ began a year of post-graduate work at the University of Minnesota. A first daughter, Diana Jo was born on July 7, 1959, and a second, Kathleen Ann on February 22, 1962. Russ entered the corporate world in 1960, serving in data processing, research, and managerial positions at companies in Minneapolis and Celina, Ohio, before moving with Joan to Westfield Center in 1982.

He was a member of a number of professional associations and the recipient of a Chamber of Commerce Boss of the Year Award in 1972. Russ was a member of the Leroy United Methodist Church, a lifelong Republican, and a public-spirited citizen. He had served as President of the Board of Public Affairs in Westfield Center since 1988. Russ was an avid gardener who happily hauled load after load of mulch and rock, and climbed tall trees chainsaw in hand. He and Joan were always involved in one or more home improvement projects. Carpentry, plumbing and electrical work-he did it. In recent years, he had tackled projects at his daughters' houses in Connecticut and Baltimore as well.

In his spare time, he read widely in history, biography and the genre of Western fiction, especially the novels of Louis L'Amour (of which he had a complete collection). He and Joan traveled extensively throughout the United States and Canada. They also made trips to Japan, Brazil, Australia and Europe. In the past year, he had founded a men's bridge club and was looking forward to many pleasant gatherings.

He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Joan Lou Schaub; his daughter, Diana Schaub; his daughter and son-in-law, Kathleen and Stephen Rudolph; his mother, Margaret Schaub; his sister, Ruth (Robb); and his brothers, Kenneth and James.
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Joan Alberta Molsberry

May 6, 2003

Joan Alberta Molsberry, 76, of rural Grafton, died on Sunday, May 4, 2003, at the Muse-Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit in Mason City, after a courageous battle with cancer.

A Funeral Mass was held on Wednesday, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Manly, with Rev. David G. Kucera and Msgr. Joseph Slepicka officiating. Burial was in the Elmwood-St. Joseph Cemetery in Mason City.

Joan Alberta Molsberry, the daughter of William and Mary Stella (Mayme) Brennan, was born on August 21, 1926 in Des Moines. She graduated from the Manly High School in 1944, and graduated from St. Joseph Mercy Hospital School of Nursing in 1947. She married Robert Molsberry on July 31, 1948. After their marriage together, they farmed two miles southwest of Grafton where they raised their three children. She was a member of the St. Michael's Catholic Church in Plymouth.

Joan is survived by her husband, Robert Molsberry of rural Grafton; three children, Mary Jo Molsberry and her friend, Gary Heit of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Michael Molsberry and his wife, Marcia of St. Ansgar and Kevin Molsberry and his wife, Lisa of Algona; five grandchildren; one great-grandchild; a sister, Sharon O'Keefe and her husband, Dennis of Manly; two brothers, Willis Brennan and friend, Dixie Stromley of Manly and Douglas Thompson and his wife, Cheryl of Lakeville, Minnesota; a sister-in-law, Patricia Klemz and her husband, Dale of Overland Park, Kansas; nieces and nephews; and her special and dear friend, Jean Kemna. H

er parents preceded her in death.
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Wilbur G. Dalluge

May 6, 2003

Wilbur G. Dalluge, 90, of Mason City, died on Monday, May 5, 2003, at the Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Wednesday, at the Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel. Burial will be in the Grafton Cemetery in Grafton, Iowa.

Wilbur was born on August 26, 1912, on the family farm near Grafton, Iowa, to Henry and Sophie (Walk) Dalluge. He grew up there and graduated from the Grafton High School. Wilbur farmed and sold cars in the Grafton area until the early 70’s when he moved to Mason City, where he continued in the auto business as the Webb Auto Co. In his younger years he enjoyed hunting and fishing, but cars were his true passion.

Wilbur is survived by three children, Mrs. Robert (Sharon) Bendickson of Lawrence, Kansas, Ronald (Cheryl) Dalluge of Mason City and Mrs. Dennis (Robin) Hart of Mason City; one son-in-law, Eugene Leach of Minneapolis, Minnesota; seven grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one daughter, Barbara Leach; four brothers; and one sister.
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Mike Hanson

May 13, 2009

Mike Hanson, 57, of Northwood, died on Monday, May 5, 2003, at the Muse-Norris Hospice Unit in Mason City.

Memorial services were held on Friday, at the Bayview/Freeborn Funeral Home, Albert Lea. The Rev. Don Rose officiated. Interment was in the Graceland Cemetery.

Paul Aaron "Mike" Hanson, was born on June 5, 1944, to Victor G. and Mary H. (Head) Hanson in Albert Lea. He attended schools in Albert Lea and graduated from the Albert Lea High School. Mike was a boxer with the Golden Gloves. He was a member of the Moose Club. Mike moved to Beaumont, Texas and established Double H Trucking, a brokerage company. He also started the Vidor Boxing Club for kids in Vidor, Texas and coached the young boxers. In 1991, Mike moved back to Iowa to be closer to his family. He was employed as an over-the-road truck driver for Van Wyk Truck Lines in Sheldon, Iowa.

On January 4, 2002, Mike married Connie Lee Hill in Mason City. He became disabled in January 2003. Mike loved hunting and fishing, nature and animals, especially his cats Smoky and Bandit. He was great at woodworking, collected guns, and enjoyed watching stock car racing and football.

Survivors include his wife, Connie Hanson of Northwood; daughter, Sandy Farnes and her son, Troy of New Richland; daughter, Terri Hanson and her daughter, Deserae Anderson and granddaughter, Jazmine Lindquist of Cosmos; daughter, Angie Paczkowski and her son, Zackery and daughter, Cassie of Reno, Nevada; step-son, Kevin Brady and wife, Kay and daughter, Kallie of Dublin, Georgia; step-daughter, Cathy Couey and son, Taylor Outlaw, also of Dublin; brothers, George Hanson of Santa Clara, California, Larry Hanson of Austin and Eddie and wife, Betty Hanson of Albert Lea; sisters, Ellen and husband, Gary Alkire of San Antonio, Texas, MaryBeth and husband, Larry Nelson of Glenville and Barb and husband, Dick Kath of Manchester; brother-in-law, Austin Wimberley of Cadwell, Georgia; and special friends, Steve and Heather Hinz and Jim Volinkaty.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Victor and Mary Hanson; sister, Kay Weise; and grandson, Ryan Anderson.
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Bruce O. Smith Jr.

May 13, 2009

Bruce O. Smith Jr., 82, of Northwood, passed away on Tuesday, May 6, 2003, at the Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit in Mason City.

Memorial services were held on Friday, at the Asbury United Methodist Church in Lake Mills, with Pastor Jeanne Martin officiating. Burial was in the Sunnyside Cemetery, Lake Mills. The Mittelstadt Funeral Home, Lake Mills, was in charge of the arrangements.

Bruce O. Smith, Jr., was born on October 30, 1920 in Buffalo Center, Iowa, the son of Bruce and Martha (Doege) Smith, Sr. and was baptized and confirmed at the United Methodist Church in Thompson, Iowa. He was a member of the Asbury Methodist Church in Lake Mills, Iowa. Bruce received his elementary education in rural schools in the Woden and Thompson areas and attended the Thompson High School. In 1942, he entered the United States Army where he trained as a medic and served in the European Theatre during World War II. He was awarded the European Theatre Ribbon, Bronze Star, Purple Heart and Good Conduct Medals. He was a Staff Sergeant in the 95th Infantry (Victory) Division.

He married Lillian Steven on March 4, 1943, at the Methodist Parsonage in Albert Lea, Minnesota. To this union three sons were born, Robert, Richard and David. After Bruce's discharge from the Army, he farmed in the Leland, Joice and Kensett areas before buying a farm near Northwood. After he retired from farming in 1988, he had a lawnmower and small engine repair shop until 2002. Bruce worked for the ASCS office in Northwood and various other places while he was farming. Besides his family, he enjoyed fishing, woodworking and jigsaw puzzles.

He leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife of 60 years, Lillian of Northwood; sons, Robert (Pam) Smith of Comanche, Iowa, Richard (Renee) Smith of Chester, Iowa and David Smith of San Francisco, California; brothers, Harold (Donnabelle) Smith of Scarville, Iowa, Russell (Verle) Smith of Graettinger, Iowa and Donald (Janice) Smith of Lake Mills; sisters, Marjorie Dann of Albert Lea, Minnesota and Darlene Langfald of Emmons, Minnesota; a sister-in-law, Dorothy Smith of Woodburn, Oregon; three grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Bruce was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Burnell; one daughter-in-law, Susann Smith; and one great-grand-daughter, Megan Barr.
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David Gilman Helgeland

May 13, 2009

David Gilman Helgeland, 92, of Northwood, died on Wednesday, May 7, 2003, at the Lutheran Retirement Home in Northwood.

Funeral services were held on Monday, at the First Lutheran Church, Northwood, with Rev. Allan Stoa officiating. Following the services and according to his wishes cremation will take place with graveside inurnment services at 11:00 a.m., on Saturday, May 24, at the North Shell Rock Cemetery, rural Northwood. The Conner Colonial Chapel, Northwood, was in charge of the arrangements.

David Gilman Helgeland, was born on July 16, 1910 in rural Heartland Township, rural Northwood, the son of Sever S. and Andrena (Tenold) Helgeland. He was baptized and reaffirmed the faith of his baptism through confirmation on May 18, 1924, at the Shell Rock Lutheran Church in Northwood. He attended and received his education in the Northwood School System, graduating from the Northwood High School in 1928. After completing his schooling he helped his parents on the family farm in rural Northwood. In 1934 he joined the U.S. Postal Service and was employed with the postal service until his retirement in 1974.

He married Mildred Nelson on May 24, 1937, at the Lutheran Parsonage in Northwood. She preceded him in death on December 5, 1980. He married Kristine Ellingson Noble on May 24, 1986, at the St. John's Lutheran Church in Mounds, Minnesota. She preceded him in death on December 8, 1996. He was a member of the First Lutheran Church in Northwood and the Elk's Lodge in Albert Lea.

Left to cherish his memory are his son, Rev. Mark Helgeland and his wife, Pauline of Byron, Minnesota and daughter, Judi Helgeland of Byron, Minnesota; one grandson, Andrew Helgeland of Byron; a step-daughter, Barbara Stevens of Combine, Texas; three step-grandchildren, Lisa, Lori, Christine; six step-great-grandchildren, Rachel, Sadie, Abigail, Trevor, Cayle and Joshua; one brother, Kermit Helgeland and his wife, Wilma of Sun City, Arizona; and many nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends.

His parents; two wives, Mildred and Kristine; and three sisters, Elma Monson, Stella Moen and Luella Hubbard, preceded him in death.
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Victor E. Nybroten

May 20, 2003

Victor E. Nybroten, 90, of Kensett, Iowa, died on Sunday, May 11, 2003, at the Manly Nursing & Rehab Center in Manly.

Memorial services were held on Wednesday, at the Elk Creek Lutheran Church, rural Kensett, with Rev. Selmer G. Hernes officiating. There was a memorial service on Sunday, May 18, at the Adams Lutheran Church in Argyle, Wisconsin. Inurnment took place at Argyle. The Schroeder & Sites Funeral Home, Northwood, was in charge of the arrangements.

Victor Einar Nybroten, was born on August 17, 1912, at his father’s farm near Argyle, Wisconsin, the tenth of the 11 children of Anton A. Nybroten and Dorthea O. Brattrud Nybroten. After graduating from the Argyle Public High School and his father’s death in 1927, he spent his early adult life taking care of his widowed mother and paying off the mortgage on the family farm. On July 26, 1951, he married Thora Haugerud and had three children, Arvid (born May 9, 1953), Ida (Arvid’s twin who died shortly after her birth) and Allen (born February 1, 1956). In March 1981 he retired from 52 years of dairy farming and with his wife moved to Kensett and bought a home.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one infant daughter, Ida; five brothers; four sisters; and seven nieces and nephews.

Survivors include his wife, Thora of Kensett; two sons, Allen of Kensett and Arvid of San Francisco, California; one sister, Magnhild Nybroten of Monroe, Wisconsin; and many nieces and nephews.
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Glenn H. Berge

May 20, 2003

Glenn H. Berge, 76, of rural Kensett, died on Monday, May 12, 2003, at the Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa in Mason City.

A memorial service was held on Friday, at the Bethany Lutheran Church, Kensett, with Rev. Selmer G. Hernes officiating. The Schroeder & Sites Funeral Home, Northwood, was in charge of the arrangements.

Glenn was born on September 7, 1926, in a log cabin near Joice, Iowa, to John and Alice May (Bergan) Berge. He attended country school near Kensett through 8th grade and some years later earned his GED. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II in Europe. Glenn farmed most of his life, but also worked for the city of Northwood before retiring.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and his brother, Alvin.

Survivors include his loving wife, Shirley; daughter and two sons, Sandra and Scott Douglass, Mike and Barb Berge and Larry and Jeanette Berge; nine grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; one sister, Mavis Rustad; and a sister-in-law, Margaret Berge.
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Dennis Jay Marker

May 27, 2007

Dennis Jay Marker, 41 of Rochester, Minnesota, died on Tuesday, May 13, 2003. He drowned accidentally in the Zumbro River. He attempted to rescue his dog and was overcome by a strong current and cold water.

Memorial services were held on Friday, May 30, at the First Lutheran Church, Northwood, with the Rev. Paul Holmer officiating.

Dennis was born on October 25, 1961 in Albert Lea, Minnesota, to James and Melba Marker. He lived in Northwood until graduation, then moved to Jacksonville, Florida for 15 years. He moved to Austin, Minnesota, then to Rochester in 1996. He operated Denny’s Unique Window Washing business. He enjoyed working with computers and loved spending time with his dog, Emily.

Dennis is survived by his parents, James and Melba Marker of Northwood; and two brothers, James A. and Sue Marker of Greyslake, Illinois and Randy and Frances Marker of Tallahassee, Florida.
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Gene Allen Reyerson

June 17, 2003

Gene Allen Reyerson, 63, of Rockford, Illinois, formerly of Northwood, died on Thursday, May 15, 2003, in Rockford.

Graveside memorial services were held on Thursday, at the Sunset Rest Cemetery in Northwood, with Rev. Allan J. Stoa of the First Lutheran Church in Northwood officiating. The Conner Colonial Chapel, Northwood, was in charge of the arrangements.

Gene Allen Reyerson, was born on October 15, 1939, the son of Adolph and Grace (McGerra) Reyerson in Silver Lake, Iowa. Gene worked for General Motors in Southgate, California and also worked for International Minerals and Chemicals in Mason City. Gene loved to travel and do car body restoration.

Gene is survived by his two sisters, Patty Arispe of Mason City and Cheryal Bottleman and her husband, Duwayne of Northwood; as well as other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; paternal and maternal grandparents; four brothers, Norance, Russell, Laverne and Roger; and two sisters, Bonnie and an infant sister, Dorothy.
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Opal Suzanne Tenold

May 20, 2003

Opal Suzanne Tenold, 80, of Northwood, died on Friday, May 16, 2003, at the Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa in Mason City.

Memorial services were held on Tuesday, May 20, at the First Lutheran Church, Northwood, with Reverend Paul Holmer and Reverend Allan Stoa officiating. Inurnment was in the Sunset Rest Cemetery in Northwood. According to her wishes her body was cremated.

Opal Suzanne Tenold, was born on June 20, 1922 in rural Worth County, near Northwood, the daughter of Lars and Anna (Numedahl) Butler. Opal's mother died when she was two and she spent most of her childhood years with her aunt and uncle, Lena and Lewis Turvold. She attended and received her education in the Northwood School System, graduating from the Northwood High School. She was united in marriage to Reuben Tenold on September 30, 1941 in Northwood. He preceded her in death on April 27, 1990. After their marriage together they farmed in rural Worth County. Opal also worked for the Worth County Home Health and Carroll George Inc. in Northwood.

Opal enjoyed antique collecting, gardening, flowers, crossword puzzles and embroidering, but her great love and enjoyment was her family, neighbors and friends. Opal was a member and very active in the First Lutheran Church, the Rachel Circle as well as other church groups and activities within the church. She was also a member of the New Century Club, charter member of the 3M Circle, VFW ladies Auxiliary and was a former girls 4-H Leader.

Left to cherish her memory are her two sons, David Tenold and his wife, Marge of Northwood and Lynn Tenold and his wife, Mindy of Northwood; 6 grand-children, Danny Tenold and Suzie Tenold, Brenda Moretz and her husband, Scott, Allix Tenold, Briar Tenold, Mike and Todd Brunsvold; 4 great-grand-children, Kelsey and Tiarra Tenold and Colton and Casson Moretz; two sisters, Mildred Harris and Arlene Tenold, both of Northwood; a special friend, Jack Van Horn of Northwood; many nieces and nephews as well as other relatives and many friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Lars and Anna Butler and Lena and Lewis Turvold; her husband, Reuben; two sons, Robert and Dennis Tenold; a daughter-in-law, Cheryl Tenold; a sister, Evelyn Helgeson; three brother-in-laws, Marvin Tenold, Hendlynn Helgeson and Don Harris; and a sister-in-law, Clarice Tenold.
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Elizabeth B. Hedges

May 20, 2003

Elizabeth B. Hedges, 79, of Kensett, died on Saturday, May 17, 2003, at the Lutheran Retirement Home, Northwood.

Memorial services were held on Tuesday, May 20, at 1:30 p.m., at the Bethany Lutheran Church, Kensett, with Rev. Selmer Hernes officiating. Burial was in the Elk Creek Cemetery, rural Kensett. The Schroeder & Sites Funeral Home of Northwood, was in charge of the arrangements.

Elizabeth was born on February 29, 1924 in Worth County, Iowa, to Bennie and Edvina (Hanson) Helgeson. She was baptized at the Elk Creek Lutheran Church and confirmed at the Bethany Lutheran Church. She attended the Tenold Rural School. Betty married Cyric "Ted" Litts in 1941. She married Richard "Dick" Hedges on March 18, 1961. They lived in Fairborn, Ohio until Richard's death when she moved to Kensett in 1988.

Betty was preceded in death by her parents; two husbands; two brothers, Donald Helgeson and LuVerne Helgeson.

She is survived by one son, Rick Litts of Fort Lauderdale, Florida; one daughter, Loni Bently of Tampa, Florida; four grandchildren, Michell Nabors, Rick Jason Litts, Lisa McAlum and Shauna Philips; one sister, Carol (Don) Nappe of Kensett; four brothers, David Dahle of Kensett, Gary Dahle of Sauk Center, Minnesota, John (Barbara) Dahle of St. Louis Park, Minnesota and Jim (Sonya) Dahle of Northwood.
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Ruth Zamora

May 27, 2007

Ruth Zamora, 65, died on Tuesday, May 20, 2003, from the debilitating effects of Hepatitis C, the problems of rejection following a liver transplant and a faulty heart valve which had taken a heavy toll on Ruth's health and reduced the quality of her life.

Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p.m., on Monday, June 9, at the First Lutheran Church, Northwood, with Rev. Allan J. Stoa officiating. Inurnment will be in the Sunset Rest Cemetery in Northwood. Visitation will be a half-hour prior to the service time on Monday at the church. The Conner Colonial Chapel, Northwood, is in charge of the arrangements.

Ruth Diane (Whitcome) Zamora, was born on May 11, 1938, the daughter of Ellsworth and Alice (Anderson) Whitcome, in Northwood. She attended and received her education in the Northwood School System, graduating from the Northwood High School in 1956. She became a member of the helping professions, graduating as a nurse from the St. Mary's School of Nursing in Rochester, Minnesota. She began her nursing career in Des Moines and then continued nursing in San Antonio, Texas. She moved to California as a Hospital Administrator. After several years, she took positions in administration in West Monroe and New Orleans, Louisiana.

She was especially proud of her work at her last position as the administrator at a specialty hospital in New Orleans. Ruth had to leave that position when she discovered that she had Hepatitis "C" and was put on the waiting list for a liver transplant. Her successful transplant took place on Christmas Eve 2000.

Ruth loved her family and her friends. She loved the outdoors especially the time she spent fishing and visiting in the area of the Voyageurs National Park in Northern Minnesota where she vacationed for many years.

Left to cherish her memory is a devoted and loving daughter, Shelle Kitch and her husband, Jeff of New Orleans, Louisiana; two grandchildren, Alex and Amanda Kitch; her brothers, Roger Whitcome and his wife, Lola of Grundy Center, Iowa and Charles Whitcome and his wife, Carol of International Falls, Minnesota; two nephews, Scott and Michael Whitcome; two nieces, Julie Rees and Alison Noble; as well as other relatives and many friends.

Her parents, Ellsworth and Alice Whitcome preceded her in death.
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Larry L Olson

May 27, 2003

Larry L Olson, 62, of Northwood, died on Thursday, May 22, 2003, at the Lutheran Retirement Home, Northwood, Iowa.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, May 28, at 10:00 a.m., at the First Lutheran Church, Northwood, with Rev. Paul Holmer and Rev. Al Stoa officiating. Burial will be in the Sunset Rest Cemetery, Northwood. Visitation was on Tuesday, May 27, at the Schroeder & Sites Funeral Home, Northwood and one hour prior to the services at the church.

Larry was born on October 15, 1940 in Albert Lea, Minnesota, to Clifford and Alice (Hilborn) Olson. He graduated from the Northwood High School in 1958. He married Marjorie Arnold on August 17, 1963 at the Central Freeborn Lutheran Church, Albert Lea, Minnesota. He farmed with his brother in partnership until his failing health. Larry was a member of the First Lutheran Church, Northwood.

He was an avid Green Bay Packer fan. Larry was a die hard antique tractor buff. He was interested in the NASCAR racing season. But his primary love of his life was his family and spending time with his grandchildren.

Larry was preceded in death by his parents; and one sister, Bonnie Schutz.

Larry is survived by his wife, Marjorie of Northwood; one son, Mark Olson of Lewiston, Minnesota; one daughter, Dawn Higgins of Belmond, Iowa; three grandchildren, Jeremy Anderson, Austin Anderson and Keaton Higgins; and one brother, Keith A. Olson of Northwood.
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Olger E. Tenold

May 27, 2003

Olger E. Tenold, 77, of rural Northwood, died on Thursday, May 22, 2003, at his home.

Memorial services were held on Tuesday, May 27, at 10:30 a.m., at the Sion Lutheran Church, rural Lake Mills, with Rev. Tom Hagen officiating. Burial was in the Sion Lutheran Cemetery. The Schroeder & Sites Funeral Home of Northwood was in charge of the arrangements. Family received friends on Monday at the Schroeder & Sites Funeral Home. According to his wishes his body will be cremated.

Olger Wlmer Tenold, was born on February 28, 1926 in Brookfield Township, rural Worth County. He was the son of Elmer and Anna (Kvale) Tenold. He was baptized and confirmed at the Bristol Lutheran Church, rural Joice. He attended rural school, graduating from the Kensett High School in 1944. He entered the United States Navy in 1944, where he served two years of active duty and four years in the naval reserves. After graduating from the University of Iowa in 1949, he returned and was united in marriage to Gaylis Borchardt on June 26, 1949. They lived and farmed along Tenold Road for 54 years.

He served as the Democratic County Chairman for Worth County for several years, the Northwood School Board and the Sion Lutheran Church Council. He received Master Pork Producer and Outstanding Young Farmer recognitions. He enjoyed raising livestock and enjoyed the people who were associated with it. Olger was a dedicated conservationist his whole life. He loved hunting, fishing and the outdoors. He enjoyed visiting with friends and neighbors. Throughout his life, his family was his greatest joy, sharing the lives of his children and grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers, Marvin and Reuben; sister, Clarice; and sister-in-law, Opal Tenold.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Gaylis Tenold of Northwood; two daughters, Kaaren Tenold of Anoka, Minnesota and Nancy Bein and husband, John of Bondurant, Iowa; two sons, Russel Tenold and wife, Renate of Northwood and John Tenold and wife, Mary of rural Northwood; brother-in-law, Lawrence Borchardt and wife, Doris of Cleveland, Minnesota; five grandchildren, Sarah and Mike Espinoza of Des Moines, Eric Bein of Bondurant, Iowa, Rebecca and Jennifer Tenold of rural Northwood and Gage Tenold of rural Northwood; and many nieces and nephews, loving relatives and friends.
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Maurice R. Reyerson

May 27, 2007

Maurice R. Reyerson, 79, of Northwood, Iowa, died on Thursday, May 29, 2003, at the Lake Mills Care Center in Lake Mills, Iowa.

Funeral services were held on Monday, at the Silver Lake Lutheran Church in rural Northwood, with Rev. Thomas Hagen officiating. Burial was in the Silver Lake Lutheran Cemetery.

Maurice R. Reyerson, was born on May 13, 1924, the son of Roy and May (Brua) Reyerson near Albert Lea, Freeborn County, Minnesota. He lived in Heartland Township for 12 years, then moved to Silver Lake Township. He was baptized and confirmed in the Silver Lake Lutheran Church. He attended the Heartland and Silver Lake country school and the Northwood Community High School. On October 9, 1943, he married Dorothy Landaas at the First Lutheran Parsonage in Albert Lea, Minnesota. They lived on the Reyerson homestead raising hogs and livestock and farmed the land all their married life. This being a Century Farm of which Maurice was the fourth generation.

He was a member of the Albert Lea Moose and Eagle's Lodges. He served on the Silver Lake Cemetery Board for 38 years. He and Dorothy were instrumental in organizing the Avenue of Flags at the Silver Lake Cemetery and of this he was very proud. He enjoyed the outdoors, hunting, fishing, camping, traveling, woodworking and being with his family and friends.

Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife, Dorothy Reyerson; their children, Marge (Dave) Tenold, Donna (Neil) Haugen, Joan (Tom) Vorland and Jean Hrubetz, all of Northwood; six grandchildren; one great-grandson, Xander Haugen; sister, Hazel Shaw; a 108 year old aunt, Alma Anderson; brothers and sisters-in-law, Oscar and Vange Landaas, Alfred and Mary Landaas and Lillian Hoyne; along with many nieces and nephews and a special extended family, Kris and Steve Allison and their children, Brooke and Megan.

Maurice was preceded in death by his grandparents; his parents; mother and father-in-law, Lars and Anna Landaas; uncle, George Reyerson; brothers-in-law, Leo Dralla and Leonard Shaw; brother and sisters-in-law, Martha and Lloyd Klukow, Selmer and Myrtle Peterson, Lloyd Landaas and Albert Hoyne.
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