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MERRILL K HANSON June 10, 1939 - May 10, 2013  Merrill K. Hanson, aged 73, died Friday
10 May 2013 at his home in Dows. Funeral
services for Merrill were held Tuesday,
May 14, 2013, at First Lutheran Church
in Dows. Interment was in Otis Grove Cemetery in Dows. Military honors provided by the Offutt Honor Guard 55th Force Support Squardron, Omaha, NE. Merrill Kenneth Hanson was born 10 June 1939 the son of Kenneth and Evelyn (Ingebritson) Hanson who lived and farmed near Dows. He attended country school near the farmstead and went on to attend and graduate from Dows High School. As a child and young man, Merrill was active in all aspects of farming, including milking cows and threshing oats. He enjoyed FFA and 4- H and excelled in livestock judging earning numerous awards. Merrill was a strong athlete at the Dows school and was especially fond of memories of his days on the football team. After high school he attended Iowa State University in Ames and was an active member of the AGR fraternity. In 1960, he enlisted in the United States Air Force. He was chosen to attend Offi cer Training School and achieved the rank of Captain. During his military career, Merrill was in Strategic Air Command and served as a navigator on the B 52 bombers. He completed four separate tours in the Vietnam War. On his 25th birthday in Rome, New York he met and fell in love with Geraldine McPeck. Their wedding day was 20 March 1965. They were blessed with a son in 1970 and a daughter in 1976. Shortly before he retired from the Air Force, Merrill purchased farm land in Franklin County near Dows. Upon his retirement in 1980, he fulfilled his dream of returning to Dows with his family to farm. While raising his family, Merrill was active in the 4-H program as a leader of his son’s club, the Oakland Junior Stockmen. He was a long time member of the First Lutheran Church. Merrill was committed to improving his farm, conscientious about soil conservation, and loved spending time planting and caring for trees on his land. A recent highlight for Merrill was a train trip with his wife Gerry to visit their children and grandchildren in Washington state. He enjoyed the varied landscapes and scenic views along the way. In addition to farming, Merrill worked for Webster City Products and was honored by his co-workers with a surprise retirement party for his 25 plus years of employment. Those left to cherish his memory are his wife of 48 years, Geraldine, two children, Douglas and his wife, Audra, their children Brandon, Danielle, and Dylan of Bremerton, WA, Susan and her husband Brian Fulmer, their children Alice and Raymond of Edmonds, WA, two brothers, Norman and his wife, Carol of Dows, Neilan and his wife Trish of Dows, and numerous nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. He is preceded in death by his father Kenneth, mother Evelyn, and sister Linda. KENNETH FLYGSTAD June 16, 1929 - August 4, 2013  Kenneth Flygstad, 84, of Webster City,
died Sunday, August 4, 2013 at
Southfield Wellness Community. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, August 10, 2013 at the Missionary Alliance Church in Blairsburg, with Rev. Ron Lotz officiating. Burial will be in Graceland Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Friday at the Foster Funeral and Cremation Center from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Kenneth Leo Flygstad, son of Bankie and Myrtle Johnson Flygstad, was born June 16, 1929 on a farm south of Jewell. He attended country school by Duncombe and Webster City and graduated from Webster City High School. On August 26, 1950, he married Dena Meyering at the Little Brown Church in Nashua. He was employed by Raven Milwright in Webster City. Kenneth served in the United States Army in Japan from 1951 to 1953 during the Korean Conflict. After his service, he farmed north of Williams and East of Webster City. He retired from farming in 1991 and moved to Webster City in 1996. Kenneth is survived by his wife, Dena; son, Alan Flygstad of Webster City; daughter and son-in-law, Carole (Richard) Flygstad Gougeon of Albany, OR; four grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; sisters, Mildred Clair of South St. Paul, MN and Beth (Elwood) Lastine of St. Paul MN; and brother, Donald (Erma) Flygstad of Webster City. He was preceded in death by his parents. Kenneth attended the Missionary Alliance Church at Blairsburg. Write a personal tribute or light a virtual candle for the Flygstad family at www.fosterfuneralandcremation.com WILLIAM "BILL" ELMER HANSON October 14, 1922 - July 31, 2013  William “Bill” Elmer Hanson, 90, of Ames
and formerly of Clarion died July 31,
2013 at Bickford Cottage in Ames
following a lengthy decline in health. Funeral services were at Bergen Lutheran Church in Roland Monday, August 5th at 2:00 pm. Burial followed in the Roland Cemetery. Bill was born on October 14, 1922 in Roland, Iowa to C. Elmer and Amy Berdella (Swenson) Hanson. He grew up on a farm north of Roland. He was an Army veteran of World War II. He married Dorothy Larson on June 22, 1948. He graduated from Iowa State University, Ames with an Industrial Arts degree and later returned for his masters degree. He taught industrial arts and driver’s education at Clarion High School from 1950 to 1984, when he retired from teaching, but continued to teach summer driver’s ed. for many more years. In his 50 years of teaching driver’s ed., he taught over 3,300 students and 160 adults. Bill and Dorothy lived in Clarion until moving to Ames in 2012. He enjoyed photography, and worked for Mueller’s Studio as a part-time photographer for 20 years and was a member of the Fort Dodge Camera Club. He was a lifelong motorcycle enthusiast, and he also enjoyed fishing, traveling with their trailer, and camping. They wintered in Florida for many years. He is survived by Dorothy, his wife of 65 years; two sons, Randy and his wife Joan of Eden Prairie, MN and Michael and his wife Jane of Baxter, Iowa; 5 grandchildren, Sara, Corey, Katie, Jared, and Nicole. He was preceded in death by his parents and a grandson, Christopher Hanson. Soderstrum Funeral Home in Story City is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences and photos may be shared at www.soderstrumadams.com. ELAINE MOSS September 16, 1942 - August 3, 2013  Elaine Moss, 70, of
Ft. Dodge passed away Saturday, August
3. Elaine was born on September 16, 1942 in Ft. Dodge, IA to Albert Porter and Maureen Baker Porter. She was later adopted by her mother's husband, Rich nd graduated from Humboldt High School. Elaine was a lovely, spirited woman who enjoyed spending time with her family, was an avid reader, enjoyed bingo and was a supportive and kind friend to all. Her warm smile and grace will be dearly missed by everyone who was blessed to know her. Elaine is survived by her sons, Rick Dyer, Randy Dyer; her daughters, Rhonda Dyer, Ruth Dyer, Kris Dyer and Rachel Moss; her grandsons, Devin Dyer, Josh Dyer, Ryan Sams; granddaughters Nicki Dyer, Summer Dyer, Kate Dyer, Angel Lensing, Blair Lensing; her sisters Marjorie Pelley, Helen Rodee, Pat Sprecher; brother Bud Wiuff and their families. EARL GLEN WEBER June 11, 1925 - August 3, 2013  Earl Glen Weber, 88, of Dows, Iowa,
passed away Saturday, August 3, 2013, at
the Franklin General Hospital in
Hampton, Iowa. A Celebration of Life will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., Sunday, August 11, 2013, at the Dows Community Center in Dows, Iowa. Burial will take place at a later date. The Sietsema Vogel Funeral Home of Hampton is handling the arrangements. He was born on June 11, 1925, in Hampton, Iowa, to Carl and Alma (Olson) Weber. Earl graduated from Dows High School. He was united in marriage to Verla Behrens on December 2, 1945, in Garner, Iowa. Earl farmed from his youth up to adulthood, was a soil commissioner of Franklin County and worked for Northwestern Mutual Life for fortynine years and had acquired his Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU) designation. He was an active member of the Presbyterian Church in Dows and the Scottish Rite of Free Masonry. Earl enjoyed golfing, gardening, flowers and working. He was a volunteer EMT for the Dows Ambulance, was a 4-H leader, was an active volunteer in the Dows community and was a Grand Marshall of Dows Corn Days in the 1990s. Earl is survived by his wife Verla Weber of Dows, son Corky (Becky) Weber of Edina, Minnesota, and their daughters Amanda Weber and Alicia Weber of Edina, Minnesota, daughter Pat (Lyle) Hanson of Eden Prairie, Minnesota, and their children Christine Hanson and Zach Hanson of Eden Prairie, Minnesota, sister De Elda Frodin of Gray Hawk, Kentucky, sister Bernice Peterson of Waterloo, sister LaVonne Rastetter of Iowa Falls and sister Marie (Marv) Meyer of Iowa Falls. He was preceded in death by his parents Carl and Alma Weber, brother Seth Weber and twin sister Elaine Schroeder. It was Earl’s wishes to donate his body to the University of Iowa Deeded Body Program in Iowa City, Iowa. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Dows Presbyterian Church. STEVEN R. RIEDEL March 31, 1953 - July 31, 2013  Steven
R. Riedel, age 60, of Rowan, passed away
Wednesday, July 31, 2013, in the CCU at
the Mercy Medical Center in Mason City
while surrounded by his loved ones.
Funeral services for Steven R. Riedel was held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, August 4, at the United Church of Rowan, with Pastor Nancy Hofmeister officiating. A private family burial was in Graceland Cemetery near Rowan. Visitation for Steven R. Riedel was held from 5-7 p.m., Friday, August 2, at Dugger Funeral Home, 111 Luick’s Lane South in Belmond. Steven Ray Riedel was born on March 31, 1953 in Fort Dodge, Iowa. He was the son of Selma (Behnkendorf) and Stanley Riedel. He was baptized in Zion Lutheran Church in LuVerne and confirmed in his faith at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Latimer. Steve attended elementary school in Rowan and his junior high and high school years in Belmond. Some of the various jobs Steve has held throughout his life has been: auto mechanic, gravel truck driver, delivery and pick up specialist for Riedel Truck Sales, railroad switch rail grinder cooperator for Jackson Jordan railroad maintenance, tire shop employee, truck driver of side dump and belly dump trailers, and an independent tractor/trailer operator. In his early years, Steve’s thirst for adventure was quenched by drag racing his 500 Kawasaki motorcycle and his Super Bee muscle car on the quarter mile! Later on in life he was “King of the Track” as he raced his trucks “Plum Crazy” and “Orange Crush”, completed successful semi-tractor jumps, crashed cars in demolition derbies, and competed in school bus races! (Each of these STEVEN R. RIEDEL activities included ALL the Riedel family members: parents, siblings, and children!) He enjoyed cruising in his 32-coupe street rod, as well as his ’58 Ford hardtop convertible, while wearing his Panama hat! Steve was a mischievous risk taker who enjoyed a good time! He was quick witted but chose to use kindhearted sentiment as the base of his humor. Steve was a hard worker and a good provider who was willing to do anything for his family. He was compassionate, kind, and generous to a fault. Steve would be willing to give you the shirt off his back and not expect anything in return. He was a tinker’er who always worked with his hands whether he was putting together model cars, racetracks in the basement, or assembling his kids’ Christmas presents. Steven enjoyed listening to the radio, as well as a variety of music genres: blues, rock and roll, country, and even hard rock! He loved watching his western programs: Bonanza, Gun Smoke, and Big Valley. Every Sunday was “Race Day” as he cheered on his favorites: Dale Ernhardt and Dale Ernhardt, Jr. He enjoyed playing games such as Chinese Checkers, Cribbage, and Dominoes with his grandkids. Steve was notorious for talking in his sleep and even interacting with anyone who chose to talk to him while he was sleeping! Steve had an easy grin, a pair of twinkling blue eyes, and the desire to live his life to the fullest…and that he did with gusto! Those left to cherish his memories are his children: Amanda (Travis) McConnell of Newton, Clinton (Mandy) Riedel of Belmond, and Tonya (Dave) Dockwell of Belmond; along with his friend and his childrens’ mother: Lois Riedel (Newton). His grandchildren: Joshua High (Ft. Campbell, Kentucky), Brianna High (Belmond), Emma Riedel (Newton), Trenton Riedel (Belmond), and Devin Crandall (Newton). His siblings: sister Marcia (Randy) Burt, brother Larry (Donna) Riedel, and sister-in-law Barbara Riedel- all of Rowan. And his parents: Selma and Stanley Riedel of Rowan. A multitude of nieces and nephews and his two beloved cats: Moose and Girlie. He was preceded in death by his brother David Riedel (4/27/12), his maternal grandparents, his paternal grandparents, and his special friend Nancy. SANDRA "SANDY' ANDERSON September 13, 1945 - August 8, 2013  Sandra
“Sandy” Anderson, 67, of Clarion passed
away Thursday, August 8, 2013, at Iowa
Specialty Hospital in Clarion. A memorial gathering for Sandy Anderson was held on Saturday, August 10, 2013, from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m., at First Lutheran Church, 420 1st Street North West in Clarion. Sandra Mae Pederson was born on September 13, 1945, in Montevideo, Minn., to Arvid and Gilma (Laumb) Pederson. On July 23, 1966, she was united in marriage to David Anderson and they were blessed with two sons, Michael and Troy. For 22 years she worked as a machine operator at Eaton Corporation in Belmond and after retirement worked at The Meadows of Clarion, helping in any way she could. She was a member of First Lutheran Church. Sandy is survived by her husband, David; sons, Michael (Renee) Anderson and their children, Austin, Mariah, Derek and Easton all of Ankeny, and Troy (Pam) Anderson and their children, Brayden, Chase and Tanner all of Farley and a sister, Ruby (Bud) Hippie of Sioux Falls. She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Arlo Pederson. Ewing Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. DR MILDRED (MIM) BALLOU December 12, 1922 - August 5, 2013  Dr.
Mildred (Mim) Ballou, Professor Emeritis
at Ball State University, died August 5,
2013 at her home on Marco Island, FL.
She resided on Marco Island portions of
the year 1982 to 2003 and full time
since 2004. Born on December 12, 1922,
in Clarion, Iowa, Mim was the daughter
of Henry A. Tesdahl and Anna (Larson)
Tesdahl. She is survived by her husband
of 67 years, Dr. Philip E. Ballou, A
son, Stephen P. Ballou of Des Moines,
Iowa, and a brother, Richard Tesdahl of
Clarion, Iowa. She was predeceased by
her parents, and two sisters, Margaret
Armstrong of Fort Collins, Co., and
Alvina Sellers of Clarion, IA. Mim was a
graduate of Clarion High School, class
of 1940. She was a graduate of Drake
University with a B. S. Degree in
Elementary Education in August 1949 with
highest honors. She received her M. S.
Degree in Elementary Education from
Drake University in 1955 and her Ed.D
Degree in Elementary Education and
Psychology from the University of
Northern Colorado, Greeley, Colorado in
1960. Dr. Ballou began her career teaching all grades in the one-room schools of Wright County, IA from 1940-1945. She taught Junior High English in Winterset, Iowa, 1945- 1946, and returned to Winterset to teach in the Elementary School 1949- 1950. She established a pre-school in Winterset in 1951. Beginning in 1952-1958 she taught at Casady and Hanawalt elementary schools in Des Moines and during 1958-1960 she taught elementary science on the Des Moines schools’ television station KDPS. From 1960-1988 she was Assistant Associate and Full Professor at Ball State University. She was Chairperson of the Elementary Education Department for 12 years during which she developed the educational programs of reading and early childhood with master, specialist, and doctoral degree programs. During her years at Ball State, Mim co-authored two elementary science K-5 textbook series, one for the L. W. Singer Company (1967) and another series for The Follett Publishing Company (1972). Mim also wrote numerous chapters in other books as well as authored articles in national publications. Mim was elected secretary of the National Science Teachers Association and served as co-chair of the Kansas City National Convention. Mim enjoyed teaching the course “Psychology of Learning” to elementary majors. She also co-supervised 20 BSU college students teaching in the schools in England. Mim was recruited to teach overseas in Germany and in Bolivia by the U. S. State Department during 1986-1988. Mim was the co-recipient of National Educations grants to establish a hands-on-learning program in the Fort Wayne School Corporation in the area of Elementary Science. Throughout Mim’s educational years and since, children and learning were her major interests. During Mim’s career she was honored by being named President of Indiana Young Children’s Association, Hoosier Educator of the year, and the Indiana State University Creativity Award. Mim also received the Distinguished Service Award from the University of Northern Colorado in 1984 and The Distinguished Service Award from Drake University in 1986. She was one of 100 who were inducted into the University of Northern Colorado Hall of Fame when it was established in 1989. Mim’s community service included Muncie Indiana Women’s Symphony League Board, Art Alliance Board, Muncie Hospital Board, and a co-founder of the Muncie, IN Children’s Museum. As a resident of Marco Island, Florida, she was elected President of Marco’s Women’s Club, The Marco University Women’s Club, and was a member of the Marco Hospital Board. She was listed in Who’s Who in American Education, Who’s Who of American Women, Who’s Who in the world, The International Biography of Women in the World, and Two Thousand Women of Achievement. A Celebration of her life will be held at a date and time to be determined. The family requests that memorial contributions be made to The United Church of Marco Island, Marco Island, FL., 34145, The Marco Island University Women’s Club, The Marco Island Women’s Club, and The Ball State University Elementary Education Department, Muncie, IN 47306.
MARLENE STECHER
A memorial Mass for Marlene Stecher was held on Saturday, August 10, 2013, at 10:30 a.m., at St. John’s Catholic Church, 608 2 nd Avenue North East, in Clarion with Father Nils Hernandez and Deacon Dr. Michael Whitters officiating. Interment will take place at a later date at St. John’s Catholic Cemetery.A memorial gathering was held on Friday, August 9, 2013, from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m., at Ewing Funeral Home, 1801 Central Avenue East, in Clarion with a Rosary service beginning at 4:00 PM. Marlene Helen Reiman was born on July 18, 1934, to Joe and Elenor (Hoffman) Reiman in Carroll. She was raised in the Carroll area and graduated from St. Angela’s Academy (Kuemper High) in 1952. After graduation she moved to Des Moines where she worked at Bankers Life Insurance Company until her marriage to Richard Stecher on April 6, 1959. She worked side by side with Richard on the farm until his death in 1983. In 1996, she moved into town, and continued to work on the farm with the boys, preparing meals and chauffeuring them around. She helped on the farm until her cancer diagnosis in the spring of 2012. Marlene enjoyed walking, keeping her yard meticulous and going out to eat with the ‘golden girls’. She was a member of St. John’s Catholic Church, St. John’s Alter Society and was a Mother Teresa worker. Marlene is survived by her sons, Scott (Pam Bradshaw) Stecher and his children, Alex and Sawyer and Doug (Katie) Stecher and their children, Chelsey and Adam; siblings, Don (Shirley) Reiman of Clarion, Val Page of Murrieta, CA, Harry (Sally) Reiman of Carroll, IA and Lue (Billy) Wanninger of Manning, IA; sister-in-law, Shirley Stecher of Clarion and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Stecher; parents, Joe and Elenor Reiman and an infant sister and brother. Ewing Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.
RUBY ARLENE
STEFFENSON Ruby Arlene Steffenson was born January 22, 1931, in Red Oak, Iowa, the daughter of Donald E. and Mary R. (Sands) Bennett. She graduated from Renwick High School in 1949. Ruby lived in Des Moines, Fort Dodge and moved to Lake Cornelia in 1990. Ruby worked 30 years for AT&T as a telephone operator, retiring in 1989. Ruby enjoyed bowling - she bowled in two leagues in Des Moines. Ruby passed away on Thursday, August 8, 2013, at the age of 82 years. She was preceded in death by her parents and son, John A. Steffenson. Ruby is survived by her brother,Ronald E. Bennett of Lake Cornelia; sister, Ruth N. Bennett of Fort Dodge and a niece, Lona Haglund of Iowa Falls. Graveside services were held on Monday, August 12, 2013 – 11:00 a.m. at the Glenwood Cemetery in Goldfield. Memorials may be left to the discretion of the family.
ROBERT ELWYN JOHNSON
Funeral services were 11 a.m. Tuesday, August 20, at the First Congregational U.C.C. with burial in Oak Hill Cemetery in Popejoy. Visitation was on Monday from 4-7 p.m. with an Elk’s Service at 7 at the Surls Funeral Home of Iowa Falls. Robert Elwyn Johnson was born May 9, 1930 to Frederick and Mavis (Hammitt) Johnson in Popejoy, Iowa. He graduated from Popejoy High School in 1948. Bob went on to attend Ellsworth Community College before serving his country stateside in the United States Army, during the Korean War. Upon his return to civilian life, he was united in marriage to Anna Seim on July 5, 1953. In 1956, he graduated from Iowa State University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering. Bob and Anna moved to Southern California to pursue Bob’s career and raise a family. Bob worked for ITT Gilfillan for 35 years designing radar equipment for American and foreign government contracts. Many of his innovative ideas resulted in government patents. His job also brought him to many interesting locales all over the world. At retirement in 1992, Bob and Anna decided to move back to Iowa and made their home in Iowa Falls. Sadly, Anna passed away in 1996. Bob re-married Betty (LaRue) Greiman on October 16, 1996. Bob and Betty were able to travel throughout Europe and enjoy many family activities in their 16+ years together. Bob was a member of the Iowa Falls Elks Club and the Ellsworth Community College Booster Club. Over the years, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, working puzzles, and solving brain teasers. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Mavis; halfbrother, Georgie; step-fathers, Howard Abels and Shirley Ketchum; his son, Steven; and his first wife, Anna. Bob is survived by his wife, Betty; his aunt, Carol Ellingson of Popejoy; his sister, Jo Ann Tystahl of Iowa Falls; his two daughters, Barbara (Frank) Amato of Iowa Falls and Carol (Christian) Allen of Wellsburg; two step-children Mike (Janet) Schroeder of Dows and Linda Banks of Minnesota; five grandchildren; five step-grandchildren; ten great grandchildren; and three step-great grandchildren.
JACKLYN (JACKIE)
M. REYNA
Funeral services for Jackie M. Reyna were held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, August 17, 2013 at the Missionary Alliance Church in Blairsburg. Pastor Ron Lotz officiated. Burial took place in the Fairview Cemetery in Dows. Jacklyn Marie, the daughter of Claude (Junior) and Joan O’Neal Dishman was born May 2, 1964 in Hampton. She grew up in Iowa Falls where Jacki attended school through the 5th grade. The family then moved to Dows. Jacki attended Dows Community Schools and graduated from Dows High School in 1982. After high school, Jacki worked for numerous employers across north central Iowa. Most notably, Boondocks Truck Stop, Life Touch Photography, and Hagie’s Manufacturing. Jacki was united in marriage to Don Fraser on April 8, 1981, the couple was blessed with two children. The couple later divorced. Jacki was united in marriage to Mike Reyna on October 12, 1996. Mike and Jacki made their home in Dows, where they were blessed with a son, Khayman, as well as the joining of their two families. Jacki continued to work at Hagie Manufacturing in Clarion. Jacki was ever the normal American soccer Mom. She coached her kids in all their chosen sports. Most importantly, Jacki coached her children in their little league baseball. Jacki had a life-long love of photography. Her great sense and keen eye for taking photos is a trait her family will never forget. Jacki is survived by her husband, Mike, her children, Dan (Cassie) of Alden, Kristen (Dan) of Mary Esther, FL, Khayman at home, mother, Joan of Kansas City, MO, step-children, Amber (Jeremy), Shandera, Cassandra, great grandchildren, J.T., Abby, Brandon, Tucker, Kinley, Khendrick, Kolten, Cameron, Kysen, and one on the way, sisters, Jody Berry of Kansas City, MO, Jolene Brinkman of Kansas City, brother, Dick (Clyde) Dishman of Webster City, and numerous other relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her father, Junior, half-brother, Clyde Dishman, and maternal and paternal grandparents. Dugger Funeral Home, Dows, was in charge of the arrangements. ROBERT EDWARD RILEY September 2, 1928 - August 14, 2013 Robert Edward Riley, 84, passed away on August 14, 2013 at Clarion Wellness and Rehabilitation Center in Clarion, Iowa, which had been his home for 19 years. Robert was born on September 2, 1928 to Lavina (Fosnot) and Paul Riley, Sr. He was married to Doris Olson of Harcourt. He loved the outdoors and liked to hunt and fish. Robert is survived by his daughter, Faith Ann McKeown of Louisville, Kentucky; granddaughter Casey McKeown; great granddaughters Jayda Booker and Nollie Greer. Also brothers Richard (Joyce) Riley of Clarksville, Indiana, Maurice (Gladys) Riley of Clarion, sisters Lavon (James) Lombard of Dayton, IA and Rosemary (Dennis)Tate of Laurens, IA., and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, daughter Becky and brother Paul Riley, Jr. He was a loving father, grandfather and great grandfather. Memorial services were held at 2:30 p.m., on Tuesday, August 20, 2013 at the Clarion Wellness and Rehabilitation Center. Foust Funeral Homes, Eagle Grove, was in charge of the arrangements.
EINAR ANDERSON
Memorial services for Einar Anderson will be held at 1:00 p.m., on Thursday, August 29, 2013, at the Ewing Funeral Home, 1801 Central Avenue East in Clarion with Pastor Warren Curry officiating. Burial will be at the Concord Township Cemetery in Garner. A memorial gathering will be held from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m., on Wednesday, August 28, 2013, at Ewing Funeral Home, 1801 Central Avenue East in Clarion. Einar T. Anderson SFC USA (Ret) was born on January 16, 1933, in Klemme, Iowa. He was the third child of Walter and Magna (Thillemenn) Anderson. In 1950, at the age of 17, Einar joined the United States Army where he served in both the Korean and Vietnam Wars. In 1962, he was united in marriage to Paula Bridgewater. He proudly served his country until 1966, and was awarded many decorations including; Order of Arrow, Master Parachutist/Parachute Rigger, Korean Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal and Good Conduct Medal. After retiring he began driving truck in Georgia and moved to Iowa shortly after where he worked until the late 90’s. Einar was a member of the Iowa Army National Guard from 1976- 1986. Einar is survived by his son, Michael K. (Connie) Anderson, TSgt USAF (Ret) of Altus, OK; grandson, Garrett Anderson of Altus, OK; granddaughter, Annita (Keith) Rhinehart of Flat Rock, NC; great-grandsons, Gabriel and Luke of Flat Rock, NC; great-granddaughter, Zoe of Flat Rock, NC; brother, Melvin (Nancy) Anderson of Burchinal and sister, Dagny Schmidt of Klemme. He was preceded in death by his wife, Paula; parents, Magna and Walter Anderson; brother, Calvin Anderson; sister-in-law, Beverly Anderson and brother-in-law, Luther Schmidt.
REV. LAURENCE GARRETT
He graduated from Simpson College at Indianola, and the Garrett Theological Seminary in Evanston, Ill. Serving the Iowa Annual Conference from 1957 until his retirement in 1994, he was the pastor at the Grace United Methodist Church from 1973 until 1980. He worked with the boy scouts and enjoyed riding his bike, being in the outdoors, doing yard work, participating in church activities and talking to people. He enjoyed his mission trips to Mexico. Service to the people was his life. He is survived by three sons, Joel Garrett and Alan Garrett both of Burlington, and Tobin (Melissa) Garrett of Ottumwa; one brother, Max (Joyce) Garrett of Eugene, Ore.; two sisters, Patty Hanson of Braddyville and Jean (Dr. Fred) Graham of East Lansing, Mich.; five grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; and three step-great-grandsons. He was preceded in death by his wife, parents and one step-grandson. Funeral service for Rev. Laurence Garrett were held at the Grace United Methodist Church on Saturday, July 27, 2013 at 10:30 a.m. with Pastor Trevor Davis officiating. Interment was held in Aspen Grove Cemetery on Monday, July 29, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Mike Orthel as officiant. The family received friends in Prugh’s Chapel on Friday evening. A memorial has been established for the Grace United Methodist Church. DWIGHT ALAN SLINING September 23, 1955 - July 28, 2013
STEVEN R. HEATHERSHAW September 23, 1938 - August 15, 2013  Steven
R.
Heathershaw,
74, of
Wernersville,
passed
away
August
15, 2013
at
Keystone
Villa in
Fleetwood.
Born in Mason City, Iowa, he was the son of the late Frederick C. and Nina M. (Rietz) Heathershaw. He was a graduate of Rowan High School, Rowan, Iowa and Simpson College, Indianola, Iowa. He retired in 2003 after 43 years from Lucent Technologies, Reading. Steve served in the Air National Guard. He was a member of Alpha Tau Omega fraternity, and the Berks County Historical Society. He was a student of WWII and Berks County history, and was passionate about college basketball, especially his beloved Iowa Hawkeyes. He loved living in Wernersville, his friendly , family –like neighbors, his old house ,cutting firewood for his fireplace, growing hot peppers, and walking the towpath at Gring’s Mill. He loved his family, children , grandchildren, and Nancy. He is survived by a son, Eric E. Heathershaw, husband of Michelle, Wernersville; a daughter, Aimee, wife of Rick Tyrrell, Clemson, SC; five grandchildren, Luke, Marc, and Jack Rentschler, and Leah and James Heathershaw; and his best friend and loving companion, Nancy Heffner. Services will be held at 10:30AM, Friday, at St. Alban’s Episcopal Church, 2848 St Albans Dr., Sinking Spring, Fr. Karl L. Kern officiating. Visitation with the family will be held from 6-8:00PM, Thursday, at Lamm and Witman Funeral Home, 243 W. Penn Ave., Wernersville. Burial will be private at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, PO Box 15120, Chicago Il 60693. Donations may also be made to the Rowan Historical Society, c/o Anna Mae Avery, 2064 Uptograph Ave., Rowan Iowa, 50470 Online condolences may be made at www.lammandwitman.com
DONALD F KUSIAN
Funeral services for Donald Kusian will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2013, at the United Methodist Church in Belmond. Pastor Donna Buckman will officiate. Burial will take place in the Belmond Cemetery at a later date. Visitation for Donald Kusian will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 19, 2013, at the Dugger Funeral Home, 111 Luick’s Lane South in Belmond, and continue one hour prior to services at the church on Tuesday. Memorials may be directed to Hospice for Wright County, the United Church of Christ in Belmond, or a memorial of your choice. Don was born on Nov. 5, 1936, to Fred and Emma (Van Horn) Kusian of Parkersburg. He attended school in Parkersburg until he started working construction, which brought him to Belmond where he met the love of his life, Karen Bohning. They were united in marriage on Nov. 5, 1955, in Princeton, Mo. They made their home and raised their family in Belmond, and Donald continued to work in construction for the Andersen Co. out of Clear Lake. Donald was a hard worker and a devoted employee. Don and Karen later bought the company and continued the operation out of Belmond until their retirement. Donald took great pride in his work and enjoyed building Fareway stores throughout the state for many years. Donald enjoyed gardening and reading. He also loved fishing, golfing, playing cards and pool, and having coffee and eating out with his friends. Don was an avid sports fan, closely following the Minnesota Twins and Iowa Hawkeyes. Don and Karen loved spending their winters in Fort Walton Beach, Fla. His greatest joy in life was his family, including his children and grandchildren. Left to cherish Don’s memory are Karen, his wife of 57 years; three daughters: Donita (Roger) Anders of Marshalltown; Tami of West Des Moines; Kim (Perri) Draisey of Keota; and five grandchildren: Eric (Allison) Anders of Iowa City; Nicole Anders of Iowa City; Dustin Draisey of Johnston; Lucas Draisey of West Des Moines; and Trevor Draisey of Cedar Falls. He is also survived by one sister, Juanita (Lester) Sents, of Aplington and two sisters-in-law: Nyle (Bradley) Jenison of Fort Walton Beach, Fla., and Alta (Randall) Barkema of Charles City, and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Emma and Fred; three brothers: LuVerne, Duane, and Kenneth; three sisters: Jean, LaVonne, and Betty; and one grandchild, Zachary Draisey. Dugger Funeral Home, 111 Luick’s Lane South, Box 233, Belmond, IA 40421, 641-444-3248 www.duggerfunerals.com
WILMA M.
THOMPSON
CARROLL BURRAS Carroll Burras, 84, of Kanawha passed away Tuesday, Aug. 27, in Kanawha. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 31, at Kanawha Lutheran Church, 124 W. Fourth St. in Kanawha, with Pastors Geoffrey and Char White officiating. Interment will take place at Norway Township Cemetery in Kanawha. Visitation will be 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 30, at Ewing Funeral Home, 118 E. Second St. in Kanawha, and will continue one hour prior to services at the church. Ewing Funeral Home, Kanawha, 641-762-3211 www.ewingfh.com. Posted on 28 September 2013 by Jay Lehmann |
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Marlene
Stecher, 79, of Clarion
Robert
Elwyn Johnson, age 83,
Jacklyn
(Jackie) M. Reyna, age
Einar
Anderson, 80, of Clarion
Rev.
Laurence Linebaugh Garrett, 82,
Burlington, died at his home on Sunday,
July 21, 2013.
Dwight Alan Slining, age 57, died at
his home in Ames, IA on July 28, 2013. 
Donald
F. Kusian, 76, of
Belmond, died Friday,
Aug. 16, 2013, at his
home surrounded by his
loving wife and
daughters.
Wilma
Maxine Thompson, the
daughter of Clifford and
Mae (Iehl) Bobst, was
born March 9, 1923, in
Alexander, Iowa. She was
raised and educated in
the area of her birth.
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