Graveside services were held on Friday, June 8, at the Amsterdam Cemetery near Goodell. Interment was in the Amsterdam Cemetery near Goodell. Casket bearers were the Veterans of the Belmond Honor Guard and the American Legion of Goodell.

Lowell, the son of Clarence and Inez Oleson Petersen, was born on February 21, 1933, in Hollandale, Minnesota. He went to grade school in Hollandale and LeRoy, Minnesota. After moving to Iowa he graduated from the Latimer High school.

He served in the United States Army in Europe and then he returned to Mason City, where he worked as a union carpenter.

Lowell was united in marriage to Thelma Alm in 1974 in Colorado. The couple later moved to Oklahoma. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and collecting coins.

Preceding him in death were his wife, Thelma in 1997; and one brother.

Funeral services were held on Friday, June 8, at the Immanuel United Church of Christ in Latimer, with Rev. Jeff Long officiating. Interment was in the Alexander Cemetery near Alexander. Military rites were at the graveside by the Hansen-Have Post 658.

Music was provided by Roger Mollenbeck, organist and Dave Dahlgren, vocalist. Honorary bearer was Christie Hensel. Casket bearers were Andy Hensel, Vic Steding, Lindsey Hensel, Clayton Crawford, Allison Hensel and Marlin Hopkey.

Donald Paul Hensel, the son of Oscar W. and Marie E. (Arends) Hensel, was born on September 15, 1921, at Alexander.

He attended and graduated from the Alexander High School. He entered the United States Army during WW II and served from 1942 until 1946, including a campaign in northern France at the Normandy Beach.

Donald was united in marriage to Mabryn "Connie" Schaefer at Lake Park on April 21, 1946. They made their home in Oelwein, where Don owned and operated a service station.

In 1948, they moved to Alexander where they purchased a grocery store. He and his two brothers started an egg produce and trucking company. Later he became active in farming and continued to operate the trucking company.

He enjoyed time at the family cabin on Ten Mile Lake, Minnesota, fishing and boating.

Donald was a member of the Immanuel United Church of Christ in Latimer where he served as Deacon and Elder.

Preceding him in death were his parents, Oscar and Marie; his wife, Connie; and a brother, Ed.

Funeral services were held on Friday, June 8, at the United Methodist Church in Goodell, with Rev. Curtis DeVance officiating. Interment was in the Amsterdam Cemetery near Goodell.

Music was provided by Shirley Kuhlers, organist. Ushers were Brittany Anderson, Amy Skogerboe, Aaron Anderson, Nicholas Barillas, Anna Skogerboe and Rachel Barillas. Casket bearers were Gene Stille, Tom Stille, Steve Stille, Larry Langlitz, Mark Stille and Larry Boller.

Florence Marie Mason, the daughter of Walt and Madge (Robbins) Mason was born on January 24, 1915 in Hancock County, Goodell.

She attended and graduated from the Goodell High School and taught school in rural Twin Lakes Township.

Florence was united in marriage to Paul Veldhouse in May of 1936, and they celebrated 65 years of marriage on the day her husband died, May 28, 2001.

Paul and Florence built a new home in Goodell in 1947, and continued to live there until they entered the Belmond Health Center. They also built a cabin in Clear Lake, where they lived for a time. They enjoyed traveling and pulling their camper trailer.

Florence was a member of the Goodell United Methodist Church and the Ladies Aid. She enjoyed playing the piano.

Preceding her in death were her parents; husband, Paul on May 28, 2001; daughter, Virginia Stille; brother, Francis; and sister, Louise.

Funeral services were held at the United Methodist Church at Klemme on Monday, June 11, with Rev. Curtis DeVance officiating. Interment was in the Ell Township Cemetery near Klemme.

Music was provided by Margaret Tue, organist and Lance Arnold, vocalist. Ushers were John Schwichtenberg and Bob Scott . Casket bearers were Randy Ridder, Jason Ridder, Dennis C. Ridder, Paul Kruse, Brian Ruter and Blake Petersen.

Dolores Leona Alberta, the eldest daughter of Albert and Lillie (Lau) Koerner, was born on July 21, 1905 in Klemme. She attended school in Klemme and graduated with the first class to graduate from the Klemme High School in 1924. She was a telephone operator for her father, with the switchboard located in her home.

She was united in marriage to Levi Ridder on June 14, 1928 in Mason City. They lived in Manly, where they operated a billiard parlor and came to Klemme in 1930, and operated a billiard parlor and tavern.

Dolores was well know for her baking and quilting. She and Levi traveled to Germany in 1958, the World's Fair in Brussels, Belgium and the 1934 World's Fair in Chicago. She did some traveling after Levi's death. She was an avid sports fan. She was a member of the United Methodist Church and church circles in Klemme.

Preceding her in death were her parents; husband; infant daughter, Marilyn; granddaughter, Marlene; and brother, Kermit Koerner.

Funeral services were held on Thursday, June 14, 2001, at the Belmond-Klemme High School Gymnasium, with Pastor Patrick Kennedy officiating. Burial was in the Graceland Cemetery, Rowan.

Music was provided by Linda Dlouhy, pianist, Marilyn Janssen, soloist and David Dittmer, bagpipes.

Gail, the daughter of Harold and Marcella (Green) Cunningham, was born on December 8, 1955 at the Belmond Hospital. Gail graduated from the Klemme High School in 1974.

On July 9, 1976 she married David Lange. They made their home in rural Goodell. Gail would later attend NIACC and graduate with a Nursing Degree in 1992.

Gail worked as a registered nurse at the Westview Care Center and later worked as Director of Nursing at the Kanawha Community Nursing Home.

Gail married Lynn Bailey on July 8, 2000 at the Little Brown Church in Nashua. They made their home in Rowan.

She enjoyed photography, sewing and cooking, and loved to garden. Gail loved spending time with family and enjoyed entertaining friends and family.

A devoted church member, Gail belonged to the Evangelical Free Church in Belmond. She was a member of Seed Savers Exchange, a Master Gardener and was a member of the Gold Wing Road Riders Association.

Funeral services were held on Thursday, June 14, 2001, at the Belmond-Klemme High School Gymnasium, with Pastor Patrick Kennedy officiating. Burial was in the Graceland Cemetery, Rowan. Military Rites were provided by the Andrew Whitten American Legion Post #159 of Rowan.

Music was provided by Linda Dlouhy, pianist, Marilyn Janssen, soloist and David Dittmer, bagpipes.

Casket bearers were Curt Aldrich, Mark Bruns, Lynn Larson, Dennis Nusbum, Paul Schultz, Tim Smith, Denny Borrill, Vern Elston, Jon Mandal, Merril Rasmussen and Mike Smith.

Lynn, the son of Edwin and Edna (Hansen) Bailey, was born on January 5, 1942 in Clarion, Iowa. He grew up on a farm near Rowan and attended Rowan Schools. Lynn graduated from the Rowan High School in 1961. After high school Lynn attended trade school in Omaha and worked as an auto mechanic in the Rowan area for over 25 years. In recent years he worked as a road maintainer for Wright County.

In 1964 he was drafted into the U.S. Army and served in Vietnam in 1965-1966.

Lynn married Pauline Draves on July 15, 1967. They had one son, Shane.

Lynn was very active in both law enforcement and fire fighting for over 30 years where he served as Fire Chief. In law enforcement, Lynn served as Rowan Marshall, worked for the Dows Police Department, Belmond Police Reserves and Wright County Sheriff's Department. He served the town of Rowan on the town council and was water superintendent.

Lynn was married to Gail Cunningham on July 8, 2000 at the Little Brown Church in Nashua. They made their home in Rowan.

Lynn enjoyed riding his motorcycle and was a member of the Gold Wing Road Riders Association. He also enjoyed target shooting.

A devoted church member, Lynn belonged to the Evangelical Free Church in Belmond. He was also Commander of the Andrew Whitten Legion Post #159 in Rowan.

Preceding him in death were his parents; and one grandson, Anthony.

Nellie Dettman, was born on February 28, 1915 in Belmond. She graduated from the Belmond High School. She married James 'Clem' Didio on February 7, 1934, and they lived on farms near Clarion, Goldfield and Renwick. They moved to Ft. Dodge in 1958. She and Clem often camped at Lake Cornelia.

Preceding her in death were her parents, John and Roseanna Brennan Dettman; her husband in 1990; three sisters; and one granddaughter.

Funeral services were held on Friday, June 29, 2001, at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Belmond, with Pastor Rod Hopp officiating. Burial was in the Belmond Cemetery, with Military Rites provided by the Belmond Honor Guard.

Music was provided by Eldoris Bunnell, organist and Marilyn Janssen, vocalist. Ushers were Loren Bamford and Francis Morris. Sign translation, Sheryl Hill. Casket bearers were Laurence Boller, Harley Friesleben, Roger Johnson, Harvey Friesleben, Roger Haupt and Verle Haupt.

Bernard, the son of Frank and Kate (Smith) Haupt, was born on a farm west of Goodell on June 7, 1922. He attended various country schools in the area. Later, he worked for different farmers in the area. He entered the Army on January 20, 1943. He was in the 86th Quartermaster Company and served in the Philippines at Luzon. On February 24, 1946, he received his honorable discharge. He received a Bronze Star, APT Ribbon, Good Conduct Medal, the Victory Ribbon, American Theater Ribbon, Philippines Liberation Medal, and Rifle Sharpshooter Medal.

On December 28, 1947, Bernard married Helen Petersen of Latimer. They farmed in the Goodell area. Bernard began working for General Mills in Belmond in 1949 and later Central Soya until his retirement in 1982. Helen and Bernard moved to Belmond in 1954.

In 1992, they moved to Iowa City and then later made their home in North Liberty. Bernard enjoyed gardening, fishing and working outdoors. He loved caring for his lawn and landscaping.

Preceding him in death are his parents; one sister, Mildred Busemen; and three brothers, Edward, Alvin and Leo.

Lubbe enjoyed farming, taking great pride in feeding cattle. They farmed south of Ventura until 1974 when they retired and moved to Clear Lake. He enjoyed spending time with family and was an Iowa Hawkeye fan. His hobbies were fishing, hunting and bowling. In 1978, he was inducted into the Clear Lake Bowler's Hall of Fame.

Preceding him in death are his parents; four brothers, John Albers, Ted Albers, George Albers and Menno Albers; four sisters, Jennie Rueben, Carrie Pringnitz, Elsina Lauster and Helen Cornelius.