Obituaries

Herbert Otto Heiden, age 92, of Williams, died on Thursday, July 2, 2009 at his home. Funeral services will be 11:00 A.M. Tuesday at the Vernon Lutheran Church, Dows with burial in the Vernon Township Cemetery. Visitation will be 4-6 P.M. Monday at the Surls Funeral Chapel in Williams. Herbert was born on April 24, 1917 to Ernest and Anna Marie (Thorman) Heiden in Vernon Township of Wright County, Iowa. Herbert attended school at a Vernon Township rural school. On March 12, 1950, Herbert married Vivian Sweedler. Herbert was baptized and confirmed and active his entire life in the Vernon Lutheran Church. He enjoyed his time with his family, friends, horses and gardening. Herb made his life's work crop farming, raising hogs, and polled Hereford cattle. Herbert is survived by his wife of 59 years, Vivian; a son and daughter-in-law, Roger and Janice Kay Patten Heiden of Williams; a sister-in-law, Doris Heiden of Alden; a brother-in-law, and his wife, Kenneth and Arlene Sweedler of Williams; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and all seven of his siblings, Myrtle Rockow, Mable Schutt, Vernie Schutt, Irvin Heiden, Sr, Fred Heiden, Goldie Nachazel, and Leo Heiden. Kim Acuff Holland, age 54, of Liberty, MO and formerly of Alden, died on Tuesday, June 23, 2009 at his home of an apparent heart attack. Memorial services will be 10:30 A.M. Tuesday, July 7, 2009 at the Immanuel Memorial United Church of Christ in Alden with inurnment in the Alden Cemetery. Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls is in charge of arrangements. Kim was born on November 29, 1954, the son of Anson and Jean Holland of Alden. He is survived by his son, Todd Holland of Johnston; his brother, Anson (Kim) Holland of Norwalk and his nieces, Katy Rose (Mike) of LaVerne, CA and Ali Holland of Ames. He was preceded in death by his parents. Lydia Bissell, age 89, Formally of Ackley passed away Saturday, June 20, 2009 in Arlington, TX. Memorial services will be 11:00 A.M. Monday June 29th at the St. Johns United Church of Christ in Ackley. Sietsema Funeral Home of Ackley is in charge of the arrangements. Lydia was born on July 31, 1919 to Folkert Kuper and Gertrude Boelman Kuper. She was educated in the Ackley schools. She was a lifelong member of St. John's United Church of Christ. She enjoyed bridge and bingo. Lydia is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Albert; a son Donald Bissell; two brothers, George and Harm Kuper and a sister, Tillie Harken. She is survived by a son, William D. Bissell and his wife, Joanne of Little Rock, AR, a daughter, Carol Willems of Arlington TX; 6 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; and a sister, Georgia Jean Dennis of Ackley. Merlin LeRoy Meyer, age 68, of Ackley, died on Sunday, June 14, 2009 at Allen Hospital in Waterloo. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Wednesday at the St. Peter's UCC, rural Geneva with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be 5-8 P.M. Tuesday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Merlin LeRoy Meyer was born on June 26, 1940 in Hampton, Iowa, the son of Tom and Ella (Richtsmeier) Meyer. He graduated from the Corwith High School. On June 12, 1964 he was united in marriage to Jean Tjepkes at St. John's UCC in Ackley. He was an active member of St. Peter's UCC, rural Geneva. He enjoyed sharing his gift of music by playing his accordion. In the late 1950's and early 1960's he played on a country music show on a Fort Dodge TV station. He also enjoyed flying his airplane, becoming a pilot in the mid-1980's. He was a lifelong farmer. A stranger was a friend he hadn't met yet. He is survived by his wife, Jean; children, Ginger Clawson of Ackley, Lance (Deanne) of Ackley and Mitch (Holly) of Iowa Falls; grandchildren, Kayla, Courtney, Trevor, Alli, Kellina, Weston, Koby, Chase, and Cambria; and a twin brother, Marvin (Linda) of Humboldt. In death he joins his parents and sister and brother-in-law, Evelyn and George Kappel and a nephew, Brian Meyer. Esther Lucille Maifeld, age 88, of Ackley, died on Saturday, June 13, 2009 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Tuesday at the Washington Reformed Church, Ackley with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be 6-8 P.M. Monday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Esther Lucille (Essman) Maifeld was born on June 11, 1921, to Fred and Lizzie (Lupkes) Essman in rural Ackley. She attended the Madison No. 9 country school. She maintained her schoolgirl friendships long after her eighth grade graduation. She married John Maifeld on September 24, 1941. Together they farmed and raised a family of seven children. Her sharp mind and quick wit served her well in an active household. She expected all of her children to be good thinkers, responsible workers, and caring people. Esther was a member of the Washington Reformed Church where she was as a teacher, musician, and member of the women's groups. She enjoyed sewing, embroidering, gardening, reading, playing cards, baking cookies, and bowling. Most of all she enjoyed celebrations with her children and grandchildren that included generous meals, fishing, games, camp-outs, and occasional fireworks. She passed away on June 13, 2009 after eight years of gracious care at the Presbyterian Village. She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother, three sisters, an infant daughter, and her husband. She is survived by one sister, Edna Essman; her children, Fred and Wava Maifeld of Kesley, IA, Les and Gail Maifeld of Burnsville, MN, Russ and Elaine Maifeld of Galesburg, IL, Roger and Connie Maifeld of Parkesburg, IA, Ruth and David Nash of Mexico, MO, Arlyn and Grace Maifeld of Manchester, IA, Mary and Kent Mollenbeck of Hampton, IA; twenty grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Esther leaves us with a steadfast faith and a legacy of wonderful memories together. Anna Kruse, age 93, of Ackley, died on Thursday, May 11, 2009 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Saturday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley with burial in the West Friesland Cemetery, Ackley. Visitation will be one hour before services at the funeral home on Saturday. Anna Kruse was born on August 20, 1915 in Dexter, MN, the daughter of Henry and Katie (Gieken) Deters. She was raised in the Ackley area, attended rural schools and attended West Friesland Presbyterian Church since she was 12 years old. She was united in marriage to Albert Kruse on August 22, 1935 in Parker, SD. She raised many nieces and nephews and was a loving wife and mother. Anna is survived by her daughter, Arlys Olson and her husband, Ron of Indianola; a granddaughter, Andrea Joki and her husband, Dean Yoder; a grandson, Jason Joki and his wife, Teresa; and a great-granddaughter, Ashley Joki. She was preceded in death by her husband, Albert; an infant son, a son, Ronald; and her brothers and sisters. Dennis Earl Chaplin, age 66, of Iowa Falls, died on Wednesday, June 3, 2008 at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Saturday at the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the Union Cemetery. Visitation will be 5-8 P.M. Friday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls with family receiving friends from 6-8 P.M. Dennis Earl Chaplin was born on June 19, 1942, in Iowa Falls, Iowa, the son of Earl and Tina (Kannegieter) Chaplin. He was a 1960 graduate of the Iowa Falls High School. On January 20, 1961 Dennis was united in marriage to Andrea Koop at the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls. He was a conductor with the Union Pacific Railroad, retiring in 2003. He attended the First United Methodist Church and enjoyed fishing, gardening, and games of chance. Dennis is survived by his wife, Andrea; two sons, Bryan Chaplin and his wife, Janean of Des Moines and Chad Chaplin and his wife, Clara of Des Moines; a daughter, Cheri Benson and her husband, Vern of Iowa Falls; eight grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and three sisters, Betty Gorder of Iowa Falls, Beverly Hidding of Dow City, and Marlene (Bob) Brandt of Royal Center, IN. He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl and Tina Chaplin; a sister-in-law, Linda LeBlanc; brother-in-law, George LeBlanc; two nieces, Kim Waderick and Denise Iams; and Andrea's parents, Andrew Koop and Donna and Roscoe Knott. Edna A. Kramer, age 83, of Ackley, died on Tuesday, May 26, 2009 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Funeral services will be 1:00 P.M. Thursday at the St. John's United Church of Christ in Ackley with burial in the Oakwood Cemetery, Ackley. Visitation will be 4-7 P.M. Wednesday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Edna Alvina Kramer was born on December 23, 1925, on the family farm near Steamboat Rock, the daughter of Louie and Lydia Bleeker. She graduated from the Steamboat Rock High School in 1943 and the Iowa State Teachers College in Cedar Falls. She was united in marriage to Gerhardt Kramer on December 20, 1946 at the St. John's United Church of Christ in Ackley. She had taught school at Leverton country school and was a homemaker. She was a member of the St. John's United Church of Christ. She enjoyed selling wooden creations, such as wooden pigs at pork shows with Gerhardt. Edna is survived by her husband, Gerhardt; a daughter, LuAnne Eckhoff and her husband, Paul of Creston; a granddaughter, Lisa Smith of Creston; a grandson, Brent Eckhoff of St. Louis, MO; and a great-grandson, Zachary Smith of Creston. She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Agnes Sieglaff; and two great-grandchildren, Sidney Smith and Treye Blythe. L. Dale Hansen, age 73 of Alden, died on Sunday, May 24, 2009 at the Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames. Funeral services will be 10:00 A.M. Thursday at the St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Alden with burial in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be 5-8 P.M. Wednesday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. L.Dale Hansen was born on August 2, 1935 in Gray, Iowa, the son of Hans and Magdalena (Mayer) Hansen. He graduated from Viola High School in 1953. He was a member of the U.S. Army from 1958-60 and was stationed in Germany. Dale was united in marriage to Lorraine Heinzeroth on September 22, 1962, at the St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Alden. He worked at the Thompson Turkey Hatchery in Ellsworth and then joined Heinzeroth Bros. where he was a partner for 20 years. He then worked at Krause Implement. Later, he was a partner in Alden Ag Parts and from there went to Hoelscher Ag before retiring in 2001. Dale was a member of the St. Paul's Lutheran Church where he served as head usher and was an Elder. He was also a member of the Alden Lion's Club and was on the Alden City Council. He enjoyed golfing and fishing, especially in Canada. Dale is survived by his wife, Lorraine; children, Beth Lauterbach and husband, Brian of Alden, Jay D. Hansen and wife, Beth of Eden Prairie, Minn., Bruce Hansen and wife, Denise of West Des Moines; grandchildren, Brittney Rutherford and husband, Tyler; Braden Lauterbach; Brennan Lauterbach; Carter, Lars and Gretchen Hansen; Brynn and Dane Hansen; sisters, Rosie Bylund of Audubon, Violet and husband, Darrell of Audubon, Anna England and husband, Hayden of Omaha, Neb.; a sister-in-law, Marilyn Hansen of Manning; a brother-in-law, Merle Heinzeroth of Alden; nieces, nephews, and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; three sisters, Eleanor Watts, Carolyn Hoffman, and Charlotte Kinney and husband, Dennis; a brother, Richard Hansen; brothers-in-law, Ed Bylund, Ervin Heinzeroth and wife, Carol, Robert Heinzeroth and wife, Theda; sister-in-law, Fran Heinzeroth; two nephews, Scott and Tom Heinzeroth; and two nieces, Rosemary Heinzeroth and Kathy Bylund. Viola Wagner, age 63 of Wellsburg, died on Monday, May 18, 2009 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Memorial services will be 1:00 P.M. Saturday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley with inurnment in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery, rural Ackley. Family will receive friends one hour before services on Saturday. Memorials may be directed to the Cedar Valley Hospice or the Presbyterian Village. Viola Jane Wagner was born on February 17, 1946 in Eldora, Iowa, the daughter of Abraham and Verna (Geerdes) Wilts. She graduated from the Ackley High School. She was married to Roger Reints in 1970 and later divorced. She was united in marriage to James Wagner in November of 1986. She had been a Certified Nursing Assistant. Viola is survived by her two sons, John Reints of Mt. Vernon, WA and Justin Berends, and his wife, Melissa of Wellsburg; a daughter, Melladee Reints and her fiancé, Eric Nichols of Eldora; five grandchildren; a sister, Ann Benning and her husband, Merlin of Oelwein; two brothers, Robert Wilts of Ackley and John Wilts and his wife, Virginia of Cedar Rapids; a niece, Steph Benning and her fiancé, Brad Maillie of Oelwein; a nephew, Brent Benning and his wife, Susan of Aurora; two uncles, Roy Luiken of Arkansas and Edward Geerdes and his wife, Viola of Ackley; an aunt, Freda Harms of Steamboat Rock; two great-nephews and two great-nieces. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband, James. Dale E. Heetland, age 78, of rural Ackley, died on Sunday, May 17, 2009 at his home. Memorial services will be 5:00 P.M. Thursday at the East Friesland Presbyterian Church, Ackley with inurnment in the Hazel Green Cemetery, Ackley at 9:00 A.M. Friday. Family will receive friends from 5-8 P.M. Wednesday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley Dale Eugene Heetland was born on March 22, 1931 in Ackley, Iowa, the son of Ubbe and Carrie (Sinning) Heetland. He graduated from the Steamboat Rock High School in 1948. He served in the 82nd Airborne Division from 1951-54. On November 18, 1955 Dale was united in marriage to Arlene Lindaman at the East Friesland Presbyterian Church. He was a member of the Ackley-Geneva Lions Club, served on the Hardin County Farm Bureau, Hardin Co. Pork Producers, and the Presbyterian Village and Pine Lake Corn Processors Boards. Dale is survived by his wife, Arlene; a daughter, Darcie Mazoway of Ackley; two sons, Dean and Dennis Heetland of Ackley; five grandchildren, Owen and Ian Heetland and Jonah, Allee, and Seth Mazoway all of Ackley. He was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter, Dawn; a granddaughter, Jaimie Mazoway; two sisters, Fern Stuber and Annabelle Townsend; and three brothers, Paul, Edgar, and Carrol Heetland. Ann Crosser, age 91 of Iowa Falls, died on Saturday, May 16, 2009 at Scenic Manor Nursing Home in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:00 A.M. Tuesday at the Methodist Church in Owasa with burial in the Berlin Cemetery, Owasa. Visitation will be 5-7 P.M. Monday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Ann Crosser was born on April 26, 1918 at home in Franklin, County, Iowa, the daughter of Richard Kuper, Sr. and Anna Kuper. On January 30, 1937 Ann was united in marriage to Roy Crosser at the West Friesland Presbyterian Church at Ackley. She was a member of the Owasa Methodist Church. She enjoyed the church activities, helping family members, and she was an avid fan of the Iowa Hawkeye's, especially men's basketball, and the Iowa Girls High School basketball. Ann is survived by her nephews and nieces, John R. Kuper, Jr (Barbara Baker) of Waterloo, Norma Smith Warren, Gary Smith (Nancy Onztes), Debbie Smith (Harris Holm) Darlene Kothenbuetel (Robert Eichmeier) of Ackley, David Kuper (Judy Finger) of Ackley, Ronald Kuper of Waterloo, Josephine Mulder (Clyde Chantrill) of The Colony, TX, Larry Mulder (Judy Stanbrough)of Hudson, Linda Mulder (Larry Kreimeyer), Jerry Kuper (Barbara Nichols) of Iowa Falls, and Judy Kuper of Iowa Falls; a brother-in-law, Henry Smith (Minnie Kuper) of Aplington, and their families. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Roy at the age of 60; sisters, Sina Sprague (Harold), Minnie Smith (Henry) Jennie Mulder (Harm); and brothers, John Kuper, Sr. (Ella Hulfers), Harm B. Kuper (Grace Kothenbuetel), and Richard Kuper (Jennie Tjabring). Robert C. Hogan, age 76, of Iowa Falls, died on Monday, May 4, 2009 at his home. Funeral services will be 10:00 A.M. Thursday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls with burial in the Friends Cemetery, Iowa Falls. Visitation will be 5-7 P.M. Wednesday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Robert Clifford Hogan was born on October 5, 1932 in Iowa Falls, Iowa, the son of Clifford and Alma (Kyd) Hogan. He attended East High School in Des Moines and served in the U.S. Army from 1951-55. He worked in Production with Iowa Prestressed Concrete in Iowa Falls, retiring in 1994. Robert is survived by his two brothers, Keith of Iowa Falls and Donald of Plano, TX; three nephews, Robert A. Hogan of Iowa Falls, Jerry T. Hogan of Los Angeles, CA, and Ronnie Eason of Eldora; and two nieces, Sherry Myer of Iowa Falls and Valerie Price of Tama and many great nieces and nepews. He was preceded in death by his parents; three sisters, Ramona Harrison, June Eason, and Susie Ball; and three brothers, James, Francis, and Jerry Hogan. Pearl L. Essman, age 86, of Ackley, died on Friday, May 1, 2009 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Monday at the Washington Reformed Church, rural Ackley with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be 4-6 P.M. Sunday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Pearl L. Essman was born on April 11, 1923, to Fred and Lizzie (Lupkes) Essman in rural Ackley. She and her 3 sisters attended the Madison No. 9 country school. She was a member of the Washington Reformed Church of Ackley where she served as a Sunday School teacher and Bible school crafts coordinator. She worked on the family farm and especially enjoyed the horses. Later she worked 10 years at Shugar's Super Valu Foods, 18 years at Dodger Manufacturing in Eldora, and Bernice Coordes' Flowers for 1 1/2 years. Pearl delighted in nature: gardening, fishing, picnicking, and vacations at Clear Lake with extended family. Other hobbies included embroidery work, quilting, jig-saw puzzles, playing cards, and entertaining. Her retirement included trips to Arizona, Texas, Branson and a Florida cruise. Pearl always had a smile for everyone, she was unselfish, and she never passed up an opportunity for fun. She went to her heavenly home on Friday, May 1, 2009 at the age of 86. She was preceeded in death by her parents, 1 brother - Arend, 2 sisters - Gertrude Essman and Viola Kalkwarf, and 1 brother-in-law, John Maifeld. She is survived by 2 sisters, Edna Essman and Esther Maifeld - both of Ackley, a brother-in-law, John Kalkwarf of Aplington, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. The book of Matthew, chapter 20 states, "Whoever wants to become great must be a servant - just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve." Pearl followed Jesus Christ's example of serving. To God be the glory. Dorothy M. Thompson, age 88, of Ackley, died on Saturday, April 25, 2009 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Wednesday at the United Methodist Church in Ackley with burial in the Oakwood Cemetery, Ackley. Visitation will be 5-7 P.M. Tuesday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Those who wish to make a contribution to her name may send memorials to the church. Dorothy Mae was born on March 13, 1921, near Ackley, Iowa. She and her sisters were raised by Edward and Senith Coordes on a farm southeast of Ackley. Dorothy married the love of her life, Kenneth Thompson, on November 22, 1939. Together they would raise four cherished children. Giving of herself was Dorothy's true gift to those around her. As a member of Wellsburg St. Peter's United Church of Christ, she served teaching children classes and, together with Kenny, enjoyed working with the youth group. She volunteered with her sister at the Presbyterian Village, and as 4H leader and fundraiser for the Boys and Girls Club in Mesa, Arizona, where she and Kenny spent many winters. Her home reflected Dorothy's many talents including decorating, cooking/baking, gardening, sewing and crafts. Friends and family who visited Dorothy at her home couldn't leave without something in their hands, whether it was a sweet treat or a thoughtful gift. Our mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin and dear friend will be remembered with love and will be enormously missed. She is survived by her loving husband, Kenny Thompson of Ackley; her sister, Mildred Thompson of Sacramento, California; and her children, Duane (Jewel) of Hot Springs, Arkansas; Patricia of Anchorage, Alaska; Gary of Wasilla, Alaska; and Royce (Donna) of Ackley. Dorothy's grandchildren will miss the woman who always made them feel special. These include Beth Kurth, Ruth Kurth, Bobbie Jean Molle, Dominique Kurth, Tammy Huff, Mike Thompson, Nick Thompson, Hilary Thompson and Drew Thompson. Also surviving Dorothy are her loving great-grandchildren, Carrie and Josh Huff; Dustin, Bryant, and Candace Molle; Kurt, Kelley and Audrey Turner; and Nicole Thompson. Dorothy is preceded in death by her sisters, Margaret Sailer and Lucille Hartema, and an infant brother, Lewis Coordes. A celebration of Dorothy's life took place on April 29th at the United Methodist Church in Ackley. William J. Keninger, age 84 of Ackley, died on Thursday, April 23, 2009 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Services will be 10:30 A.M. Monday at the St. Mary's Catholic Church in Ackley with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be 2-5 P.M. Sunday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley with a 5 P.M. Scripture Service. William James Keninger was born on November 15, 1924 in Ackley, Iowa, the son of Frank and Irene (Fahey) Keninger. Bill was united in marriage to Evelyn Harken on January 2, 1945 in Ackley. He was a member of the St. Mary's Catholic Church in Ackley and the Franklin County Soil Conservation. Bill is survived by his wife, Evelyn; children, Luanne Chesshire and her husband, John of Newton, Dale Keninger and his wife, Debbie of Ackley, Michael Keninger and his wife, DeeAnn of Ackley, Kathleen Bartling and her husband, Myrln of Iowa Falls, Jon Keninger and his wife, Teresa of Ackley, Kent Keninger and his wife, Audrea of Ackley, Jean Strong and her husband, Randy of Hudson, WI, Jane Wiertsema and her husband, Steve of Rochester, MN; 22 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; 3 step-grandchildren; a sister, Frances Burkle and four brothers, Harold Keninger, Joe Keninger, and Paul Keninger all of Ackley and Elmer (Red) Keninger of Waterloo. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Nicholas and Leo Keninger and a sister, Anna Mae Wallace. Evelyn J. Nerland, age 82, of Williams, died on Friday, April 17, 2009 at the Southfield Wellness Community in Webster City. Funeral services will be 10:00 A.M. Tuesday at the St. Mary's Catholic Church in Williams with burial in the Williams Cemetery. Visitation will be 5-7 P.M. Monday at the St. Mary's Catholic Church in Williams with a 7 P.M. Scripture Service. The Surls Funeral Home of Williams is in charge of arrangements. Evelyn Jane Nerland was born on October 14, 1926 in Brookeville, MD, the daughter of Tyson and Lillian (Matulewicz) Downs. Evelyn was united in marriage to Everett Nerland on January 16, 1946 in Rockville, MD. She had worked with the Red Cross during WWII, a Telephone Co. in Maryland, and sold Avon. Evelyn enjoyed quilting, the mountains and ocean and being with family and friends. She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Williams. Evelyn is survived by her two daughters, Mary Jane Steltzner of Albert Lea, MN and Patricia Sue Hensley of Woodlands, TX; a son, Michael Duane of Bowling Green, KY; 10 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; and a sister, Helen Armstrong of Martinsburg, VA. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Everett; a daughter, Nancy Jensen; two grandchildren, Emma and Anna Nerland; and two brothers, Robert and Stanley Downs. Everett Arvine Smuck age 89, of Iowa Falls, died on Thursday, April 16, 2009 at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 1:30 P.M. Monday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls with burial in the Union Cemetery, Iowa Falls. Visitation will be 2-4 P.M. Sunday at the Surls Funeral Home of Iowa Falls. Full Militry Rites by the Hyman-Peavey American Legion Post #188 of Iowa Falls. Everett Arvine Smuck was born on August 19, 1919 in Hubbard, Iowa, the son of Charles Sr.and Anna (Tinjer) Smuck He attended country school at Buckeye. On April 23, 1937 Everett was united in marriage to Marcella Carr in Huxley. He was in the U.S. Army from 1944-46. He was a mechanic with International Harvester for 36 years and had also worked at Kenco Vending for many years before retiring. Everett was a member of the Hyman-Peavey American Legion Post #188 of Iowa Falls.He enjoyed fishing and hunting and working on cars and tractors. Everett is survived by his two daughters, Mary Kenison of Iowa Falls and Pat Hartwig and her husband, Lee of Iowa Falls; three sons, Everett, Jr. (Butch) and his wife, Carolyn of Mason City, Randall and his wife, Kathryn of Iowa Falls, and Scott of Iowa Falls; a sister, Marge Clark and her husband, Dale of Waterloo; a brother, Chuck Smuck and his wife, Barb of Hubbard; 7 grandchildren, Jeff Miller, Pamela & Larry Shugar, Tammy and Mark Wilkinson, Matthew & Michele Smuck, Melissa and Dan Borchard, Bruce Kenison, and Teri Kenison; 15 great-grandchildren, Kristen & Tayler Miller, Amanda & Trent Winters, Johnathan Shugar, Samantha & Josh Carpenter, Zach & Sandy Willms, Kyle Wilkinson, Kali & Steve Scheidecker, Jordan Willms, Chase Wilkinson, Derek, Andrew, Ryan, and Noah Smuck, and Emma Borchard; and 8 great-great grandchildren, Mikaylan, Kadynce & Kaleb Winters, Jordyn Carpenter, Ashlyn & Ashstin Willms, and Alexis Wilkinson. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Marcella; a granddaughter, Sara Smuck; and two brothers, Bill and Bob Smuck. Georgia K. Roeske, age 85, of Alden, died on Thursday, April 16, 2009 at the Stratford Nursing & Rehab Center in Stratford. Funeral services will be 10:00 A.M. Monday at the St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Buckeye with burial in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be 3-6 P.M. Sunday at the Surls Funeral Home in Alden. Georgia Katherine Roeske was born on September 7, 1923 in Iowa Falls, Iowa, the daughter of John and Sarah (Hesse) Daniels. She graduated from the Iowa Falls High School and was united in marriage to Herman Roeske on September 20, 1946 at the parsonage of a church in Kamrar. She was a member of the St. Paul's Lutheran Church at Buckeye. She was preceded in death by her husband, Herman. Ronald Dean Mulford, age 67, of Iowa Falls, died on Wednesday, April 15, 2009 at his home. PLEASE NOTE, DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER, SERVICES HAVE BEEN MOVED TO THE FUNERAL HOME. Graveside services will be 2:00 P.M. Sunday, April 26th at Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Ron was born on August 9, 1941 in Iowa Falls, Iowa, the son of Richard and Betty (Thies) Mulford. He graduated from the Iowa Falls High School, University of Iowa, and Iowa State. Ron had worked at ABC Television in California for 15 years, Coopers & Lybrum in California for 10 years, he was a Lathe Fabricator in Minneapolis, MN for 10 years, and worked at IVESCO for 5 years. Ron is survived by his brother, Bob Mulford of Iowa Falls; a sister-in-law, Sharon Mulford of Iowa Falls; three nephews, Chad (Sinda) Mulford of Iowa Falls, Jeff (Stacy) Mulford of Iowa Falls, and Joel (Elizabeth) Mulford of Ankeny; and 9 great-nephews and great-nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents, Rich and Betty Mulford and a brother, Dick Mulford. Heidi Lee Murray, age 30, of Iowa Falls, died on Monday, April 6, 2009 at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Memorial services will be 11:00 A.M. Saturday at the Bethany Lutheran Church in Iowa Falls. Per Heidi's wishes, in lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Caleb Murray Trust Acct at the Iowa Falls State Bank, Hospice of North Iowa in Hampton, Ronald McDonald House in Iowa City, or the Hope Lodge in Iowa City. Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls is in charge of arrangements. Heidi Lee Murray was born on January 20, 1979 in Mankato, Minnesota, the daughter of Terry Bergemann and Mary Carter. She was a 1997 graduate of the Mason City High School and NIACC in Mason City. Heidi Lee Bergemann was united in marriage to Jason Murray on October 13, 2007 at the Cottage Community Church in Iowa Falls. She was a Product Manager at the Hy-Vee in Iowa Falls. Heidi is survived by her husband, Jason; a son, Caleb Allen Murray of Iowa Falls; her mother and step-father, Mary and Warren Riemer of Sun City, AZ; her father and step-mother, Terry and Lori Bergemann of Vernon Center, MN; her sister and partner, Heather Bergemann and Jane McVay of Sylvania, OH; a brother, John Bergemann of Mesa, AZ; nephews, Eli and Keegan McVay of Sylvania; a niece, Maryana Rausch of Phoenix. AZ; her paternal grandparents, Stanley and Betty Bergemann of Madelia, MN; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Robert and Travis Carter; a niece Grace McVay; and two nephews, Samuel and Spencer McVay. Irwin C. Burns, age 91, of Eldora, died on Friday, March 27, 2009 at the Eldora Nursing and Rehab Center. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Thursday at the First Congregational United Church of Christ in Iowa Falls. Visitation will be 5-7 P.M. Wednesday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls with a 7:00 P.M. Masonic Service. Irwin Charles Burns was born on January 31, 1918 in Alden, Iowa, the son of Fred and Elizabeth Burns. He graduated from the Alden High School. Irwin was united in marriage to Ruth Treveer on June 11, 1942 in Chicago. He had served in the U.S. Navy. Irwin had worked at Culligan in Iowa Falls and then for the Hardin County Conservation. He was a member of the First Congregational United Church of Christ in Iowa Falls, Mason Home Lodge #192 of Iowa Falls, and was a past member of the American Legion. Irwin is survived by his two daughters, Rita Griswold of Blacksburg, VA and Nancy Fiore of Las Vegas, NV; and three grandchildren, Cydni Griswold of Williamsburg, VA and Andrea and Chris Fiore of Las Vegas. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, one brother, and two sisters. Esther M. Stalzer, age 86, of Iowa Falls, died on Saturday, March 28, 2009 at the Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames. Services will be 10:30 A.M. Tuesday at the St. Mark's Catholic Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be 5-7 P.M. Monday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls with a 7 P.M. Rosary Service and a Women of the Moose Service to follow. Esther Marie Stalzer was born on November 7, 1922 in Hubbard, Iowa, the daughter of William and Elsie (Bunte) Muehling. She graduated from the Iowa Falls High School in 1941. On February 12, 1945 Esther was united in marriage to Harold Stalzer at Haverhill. She was a homemaker and a member of the St. Mark's Catholic Church and Women of the Moose. She enjoyed bowling. Esther is survived by her three sons, Dennis Stalzer and his wife, Kate of Austin, TX, Dean Stalzer and his wife, Cindy of Iowa Falls, and Mark Stalzer of Grand Prairie, TX; two daughters, Sue Johnson of Iowa Falls and Jayne Bennett and her husband, Dennis of Iowa Falls; eleven grandchildren; and fourteen great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; two sisters; a brother in infancy; a great-grandchild; and a son-in-law, Dusty Johnson. Vivian I. Cowell, age 87, of Alburnett and formerly of Iowa Falls, died on Sunday, March 22, 2009 at the Oldorf Hospice in Hiawatha. Funeral services will be 11:00 A.M. Wednesday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls with burial in the Northlawn Memory Gardens. Visitation will be from 9:00 A.M. until time of services at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls on Wednesday. Vivian Ilene Cowell was born on December 3, 1921 in Minneota, MN, the daughter of Harry and Fern (Bryant) Chaplin. She was united in marriage to Dallas Schwebke on April 13, 1941 in Iowa Falls, following his death, she was married to Frank Cowell on April 25, 1953 in Webster City. Vivian is survived by her two daughters, Sandra Odle and her husband, Richard of Alburnett and Pam Fishell and her husband, Phil of Marion; two sons, Wendell Schwebke and his wife, Gail of Arlington, TX and Frank Cowell and his wife, Diane of Urbana; 14 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and a brother, Kenneth Chaplin and his wife, Betty of Iowa Falls. She was preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Dallas and Frank; a son, Larry C. Schwebke; a granddaughter, Angela Jean Schwebke; and siblings, Harry Chaplin, LaVere Chaplin, Berle Chaplin, Keith Chaplin, Evelyn Duncan, and Thelma Koppes. Gertrude Fredrika Huesman, age 97, of Ackley, died on Thursday, March 19, 2009 at Maple Manor Care Center in Aplington. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Thursday, March 26th at the West Friesland Presbyterian Church, Ackley with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be 4-7 P.M. Wednesday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Gertrude was born on July 15, 1911 in Manslagt, Germany, the daughter of John and Gertie (Uelman) Janssen. She was united in marriage to Klaas (Sam) Huesman on January 6, 1932 in Ackley. Gertrude was a member of the West Friesland Presbyterian Church. She enjoyed social activities at the nursing home, being with friends, children, and grandchildren. Gertrude is survived by her son, Meint and his wife, Linda of Key Largo, FL; a daughter, Georgine Wagoner and her husband, Wayne of Parkersburg; 5 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and a brother, Arnold Janssen and his wife, Norma of Cedar Falls. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and five siblings. Dale Darwin Smuck, age 75, of Buckeye, died on Wednesday, March 18, 2009 at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Saturday at the Immanuel Memorial United Church of Christ in Alden with burial in the Sherman Twsp. Cemetery, rural Buckeye. Visitation will be 5-8 P.M. Friday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Dale was born on May 17, 1933 at rural Buckeye, Iowa, the son of Darrell and Emma (Warmbier) Smuck. He attended the Alden High School. On September 6, 1958 Dale was united in marriage to Dorothy Benson at the home place. He was a member of the Buckeye Fire Dept. for 50+ years and the Buckeye City Council. He was a Church Board Member and Treasurer for the Peace UCC. Dale enjoyed fishing, gardening, playing Snooker and cards and woodworking. He was a weather observer for over ten years. Dale is survived by his two daughters, Della Scaggs and her husband, Mark of Buckeye and Donna Oelmann and her husband, Ernie of Alden; two grandchildren, Sadie Scaggs of Buckeye and Noah Oelmann of Alden. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Dorothy; a son, Daryl Smuck; and two brothers, Herbert and Wallace Smuck. Alma McElvania, age 92, of Alden, died on Monday, March 16, 2009 at the Heritage Care Center in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Thursday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls with burial in the Northlawn Memory Gardens. Visitation will be 5-7 P.M. Wednesday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Alma Celia McElvania was born on July 2, 1916 in Dows, Iowa, the daughter of Andrew and Clara (Gardalen) Christensen. She was confirmed at the First Lutheran Church at Dows. She was united in marriage to Howard McElvania on February 3, 1946 at the Little Brown Church in Nashua. She was a member of the Popejoy Senior Center and the Popejoy Improvement Club. Alma is survived by her three daughters, Marlys (Walter) Moore of Dows, Janna (Adrian) DeLeon of Westminster, CA and Raynette (Archie) Anderson of Alden; eight grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; three brothers, Raymond Christensen of Marshalltown, La Verne Christensen of Popejoy, and Andrew Christensen, Jr. of Arizona; and a sister, Velma Fuller of Popejoy. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, two sisters; and two brothers. Mildred Walker, age 89, of Iowa Falls, died on Tuesday, March 10, 2009 at her daughters home in Cassville, MO. Funeral services will be 1:30 P.M. Friday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls with burial in the Union Cemetery. Visitation will be 5-7 P.M. Thursday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Mildred Lareen Walker was born on March 16, 1919 in Bradford, Iowa, the daughter of Thomas and Bessie (Doty) Lindsay. She was united in marriage to Robert Frances Walker. Mildred had done house cleaning, and cleaned at the Elk's Club and Weaver Construction. She loved to garden. Mildred is survived by her daughter, Darlene Luppen of Cassville, MO; five grandchildren, Rhonda Hagelman of New Braunfels, TX, Marcia Accordino of Forest, VA, Brenda Delsing of Iowa Falls, Jake Thomas of Iowa Falls, and Tricia Thomas of Cassville, MO; six great grandchildren; a niece, Edna Mae Toettcher of Santee, CA; and a nephew, Dallas Clark of Lakota. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Robert; two sisters, Alma Clark and Florence Lindsay and two brothers, Kenneth and Merle Lindsay. Frieda Alma Ruth Balvanz, age 96, of Iowa Falls, died on Sunday, March 8, 2009 at the Heritage Care Center in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 1:00 P.M. Wednesday at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the Northlawn Memory Gardens. Family will receive friends one hour before services at the church on Wednesday. The Surls Funeral Home of Iowa Falls is in charge of arrangements. Frieda was born on November 8, 1912 in Hubbard, Iowa, the daughter of Bert and Pauline (Schulz) Daleske. She attended the Owasa School. On September 11, 1935 Frieda was united in marriage to Herb Balvanz at the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Eldora. She was a farmwife and mother. Frieda was a member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Iowa Falls and enjoyed gardening, making quilts, crocheting afghans, playing cards, doing ceramics, crossword puzzles and cooking for others. Frieda is survived by her two daughters, Marilyn Sharar and her husband, LaVerne of Iowa Falls and Jean O'Malia and her husband, Jerry of Iowa Falls; two granddaughters, Deborah Sharar of Urbandale and Kris Pearson and her husband, Pierre of New Hampton; two grandsons, Rodney Sharar and his wife, Karey of Ankeny and Dr. Kelly Reagan of Decorah; five great-granddaughters, Lauren, Kendall and Courtney Reagan of Decorah and Olivia and Ella Sharar of Ankeny; two step great-grandchildren, Tyler and Tasha Pearson of New Hampton;and a sister-in-law, Bernadine Daleske of Eldora. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Herb; seven brothers; and two sisters. Henry (Bud) James Daum age 85, of Alden, died on Friday, March 6, 2009 at his home. Memorial services will be 11:00 A.M. Saturday at the Immanuel Memorial UCC in Alden. Family will receive friends from 4-7 P.M. Friday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. The body has been cremated and inurnment of the ashes will be at the family gravesite in the Buckeye Cemetery. Memorials will go to the Immanuel Memorial UCC or can be directed to Hospice of North Iowa or the American Cancer Society. In accordance with his wishes, Henry (Bud) Daum, took his final breath in his home on the farmstead in Buckeye Township where he was born. He died from complications of cancer. Several family members and neighbors were present at the time. Henry was born on January 5, 1924 on the family farm southwest of Buckeye in the middle of a snow storm. He attended Buckeye #8 country school and graduated 8th grade from the Buckeye Independent School District. He graduated from Radcliffe High School in the Class of 1941. Marrying Lois Mae Jensen on Christmas Eve in 1944 was the best decision of his life. This was towards the end of WWII and Henry had been drafted by the Army. Lois was manager of the Western Union Office in Iowa Falls. Henry served in the Signal Corps and was a member of the occupation forces in Tokyo, Japan following WWII. Upon his discharge from the Army, Bud returned to Iowa to operate the family farm that was originally purchased in 1910. Together Henry and Lois operated and purchased the family farm. Their farm operation included crops of corn, hay, oats, and soybeans. They had a herd of Black Angus cows and raised feeder cattle, farrowed sows and raised feeder pigs and had a flock of chickens that were raised from baby chicks for fryers and layers. The eggs were sold to Schager's Produce in Alden. Many Saturday nights were a trip to Iowa Falls for groceries and eating out at the Princess Cafe or Park N' Eat. Henry and Lois had two daughters, Josette Kay born in 1947 and Jeanine Lee born in 1950. In the early 1970's they replaced the original farm house with a Ranch style house. Bud retired from farming in 1986. He and Lois continued to live on the farm and were able to enjoy their retirement. They spent 15 winters in Arizona. They took up golfing, were the Couples League Champions in 1986 at the Radcliffe Friendly Fairways and Bud got a Hole in One in Arizona in 1988. Bud was able to water ski until the age of 65 when they went to the Lake of the Ozarks. Bud enjoyed driving around in his pick up truck, stopping at neighbors and visiting at the Co-ops. At the center of the family was the Peace Church in Buckeye, now Immanuel Memorial UCC in Alden. Henry is the longest continuous member of this church, joining through Confirmation in May of 1937. Henry was a lifelong member of the American Legion in Radcliffe, VFW of Buckeye and the Iowa Falls Elks Club B.P.O.E. Lodge #1674. Henry was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Minnie (Peglow) Daum; infant brother, Don R. Daum; and daughter, Jeanine (Mrs. Stewart Iverson, Jr.) who died in 1999. Henry is survived by Lois, his wife of 64 years. He is also survived by his sister, Mavis Marple of Newell; his daughter, Josette and her husband, Charles Schamp of Urbandale; son-in-law, Stewart Iverson, Jr of Clarion; granddaughter, Shelley Finnel and family of Waunakee, WI; grandson, Stewart Iverson III of Indianapolis, IN. In addition to the two grandchildren are five great grandchildren, three step-grandchildren and six step-great grandchildren. Also left to honor Henry's life are several brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins, and life long neighbors and friends. Iris Holman age 56, of Iowa Falls, died on Thursday, March 5, 2009 at Scenic Manor Nursing Home in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 2:30 P.M. Monday at the Church of the Open Bible, Iowa Falls with burial in the Friends Cemetery, Iowa Falls. Visitation will be 3-5 P.M. Sunday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Iris Leon Holman was born on December 4, 1951 in Iowa Falls, Iowa, the daughter of Ray and Dorothy (Hogan) Warner. She graduated from the Iowa Falls High School. Iris was united in marriage to Leo Holman. She is survived by her son, Richard Holman and his wife, Wendi of Eldora; six grandchildren, Rikki Holman of Marshalltown, Randi Holman of Waterloo, Robbi Holman of Marshalltown, Harley Holman of Marshalltown, Wendell Peet-Norem of Eldora, Kane Norem of Eldora; five sisters, Martha Reed of Iowa Falls, Linda Manske of Iowa Falls, Wanda Kastner of Iowa Falls, Jolene Thompson of Iowa Falls, and Patty Lee of Vidurnum, MO; two brothers, Marion Warner of Ackley and Tom Warner of Alden; and a sister-in-law, Jean Hogan. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Leo; a brother, Martin and a sister, Dorothy. Helen Gresslin, of Ackley, died on Wednesday, March 4, 2009 at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls at the age of 88 years and 10 days. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Monday at the United Methodist Church in Ackley with inurnment in the Oakwood Cemetery, Ackley. Family will receive friends from 3-5 P.M. Sunday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Helen Audrey Rector Gresslin was born February 22, 1921 in Webster City, Iowa, the fourth daughter of Orval Ernest and Arley Grace Palmer Rector. She attended schools in Webster City and Ackley and was an excellent student. Reading was a joy for her during her entire life. She was very active in high school and was a member of the Girls Glee Club, the Literary Drama Club, the Honor “A” Club and the Girl Reserves, held several class offices and was a member of the National Honor Society. She was also a member of the girls basketball team which ignited a life long love of sports, especially basketball. In her later years, she enjoyed attending any sporting event in which her grandchildren participated. She was a member of Eastern Star and the Ackley American Legion Auxiliary and affiliated with the Ackley United Methodist Church,. Helen also spent many hours keeping records of items donated to the Ackley Heritage Center and enjoying the company of other volunteers there. Helen was united in marriage to Dr. Robert William Gresslin on August 15, 1943 at the First Presbyterian Church in Ackley, one day after she com pleted nurses training at Mercy School of Nursing in Des Moines. To this union three daughters were born, Ann Jean, Gretchen and Rebecca. Helen was a gentle and loving wife, mother, sister, and grandmother, and a concerned, caring nurse, always putting others before herself. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Robert William Gresslin; her parents, Orval and Grace Rector; two sisters, Dimple V. Raven, and Thelma Esther Rector in infancy; and two brothers-in-law, Elmer Raven and Elwood Heitland. She is survived by her three daughters, Ann Jean Holmgaard of Ackley, Gretchen Gresslin and friend Gary Sandersfeld of Williamsburg, IA, and Rebecca and her husband, Darrell (Butch) Jansonius, of Ackley; her grandchildren and great grandchildren, Dane and Beth Holmgaard, Connor and Kaden of Goodell, IA, Brock and Desiree Holmgaard, Quinn and Eli, of Iowa Falls, Alexis and Jeremy Thomas of Macomb, Illinois, and Reid Jansonius of Ackley; and three sisters, Neva Heitland of Ackley, Dee Seibold, of Broomfield, Colorado, and Betty Jansonius and her husband, Calvin, of Geneva. Arlene Ghoske, age 77, of Iowa Falls, died on Saturday, February 28, 2009 at her home. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Tuesday at the First Congregational United Church of Christ in Iowa Falls with burial in the Northlawn Memory Gardens, Iowa Falls. Visitation will be 4-7 P.M. Monday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Minnie Arlene Ghoske was born on October 4, 1931 in Wellsburg, Iowa, the daughter of Peter and Gladys (Wolf) Borchers. She graduated from the Iowa Falls High School. On December 12, 1953 Arlene was united in marriage to Robert Ghoske in Ackley. She was a member of the First Congregational United Church of Christ in Iowa Falls. Arlene is survived by her husband, Robert; a daughter, Ann R. Ghoske of Cedar Rapids; a son, Allen D. Ghoske of Iowa Falls; a brother, Albert Borchers of Ackley and a sister-in-law, Ann Borchers of Waterloo. She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Russell Borchers; and a sister-in-law, Gertrude Borchers. Marion A. Kreimeyer, age 94, of Hampton, died on Saturday, February 28, 2009 at the Franklin General Hospital Nursing Facility in Hampton. Funeral services will be 11:00 A.M. Wednesday at the St. Peter's U.C.C., rural Geneva with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be 4-8 P.M. Tuesday at the Sietsema Funeral Home of Ackley. Marion Augusta Kreimeyer was born on July 18, 1914 in Ackley, Iowa, the daughter of George and Rose (Hackrott) Van Eschen. She was united in marriage to John Richard Kreimeyer on July 29, 1935 at St. John's United Church of Christ in Ackley. John and Marion farmed the family farm in rural Geneva until their retirement at which time they moved into Geneva. Marion was a member of St. Peter's United Church of Christ in rural Geneva where she enjoyed participating in Women's Fellowship, taught Sunday School, sang in choir as well as doing solos and small group vocals. She was a 4-H leader, participated in many Farm Bureau Activities and a member of the Franklin County Historical Society. Most of all she will be especially remembered for her homemade bread which she made for family gatherings and friends. Marion is survived by her daughter, Rita Diemer of Geneva; a son, Ronald Kreimeyer of Geneva; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Margaret Burmester of Hampton; and a brother-in-law, Victor Kreimeyer and his wife, Roxa of Quincy, WA. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, John in 1992; a sister, Letha Coordes; and a brother, George Van Eschen. Anna May Buseman, age 89, of Aplington, died on Friday, February 20, 2009 at the Covenant Medical Center in Waterloo. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Tuesday at the Austinville Christian Reformed Church with burial in the Austinville Cemetery. Visitation will be 4-7 P.M. Monday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Anna May Buseman was born on January 7, 1920 to John and Grace (Mulder) Kromminga. On January 1, 1940 she married Rudy Buseman. They farmed in the Butler County area until retirement and then moved to Ackley. Rudy passed away on September 5, 1984. The last 6 ½ years she lived at Maple Manor Village in Aplington. Anna was a member of the Christian Reformed Church of Austinville. She enjoyed quilting, sewing, baking, reading, and visiting with family and friends. She enjoyed a good baseball game. She will be remembered for her sense of humor and her smile. She is survived by two sons, Duane (Sharon) and Lee (Darlene) both of Aplington and one daughter, Rose Reinig (Steve) of Manchester; 8 grandchildren; and 14 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Rudy; a brother, Henry Kromminga; two sisters, Marian Harken and Julia Johnson; two daughters-in-law, Jeri Buseman and Diletta Buseman; and one great grandson, Trayton Meyer. Edna Nicholson, age 86, of Alden, died on Friday, February 20, 2009 at the Heritage Care Center in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Monday at the Immanuel Memorial United Church of Christ in Alden with burial in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be 2-4 P.M. Sunday at the Surls Funeral Home in Alden. Edna was born on April 27, 1922 on a farm near Buckeye, Iowa, the daughter of Frank and Eda (Runge) Bessman. She was united in marriage to George Nicholson on November 4, 1941 in Osage. Edna sold Avon for many years and babysat for many children. She was a member of the Immanuel Memorial United Church of Christ in Alden and was active in the VFW Auxiliary. Edna is survived by her son, Duane and his wife, Kay of Alden; one grandson, Jeffrey Nicholson and wife, Anita of Iowa City; two granddaughters, Julie Reynolds and husband, Robert of Iowa Falls and Jennifer Sievers and husband, Jeff of Norwalk; seven great-grandchildren, John and Shane Nicholson, Kassi, Shelby, and Parker Reynolds, and Abigale and Trey Sievers; two sisters, Martha Hetland of Radcliffe and Erma Burke of Bentonville, AR.; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, 4 sisters; and 6 brothers. Shirley Lawton, age 84, of Iowa Falls, died on Tuesday, February 17, 2009 at the Heritage Care Center in Iowa Falls. Memorial services will be 10:30 A.M. Saturday at the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls with inurnment at a later date. Family will receive friends from 5-7 Friday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. A memorial fund has been established and will be donated to animal shelters. Shirley Lawton was born on February 7, 1925 in Iowa Falls, Iowa, the daughter of Harold and Susan (Wuebben) Stringer. She graduated from the Iowa Falls High School in 1943. On March 19, 1944, Shirley was united in marriage to the love of her life, Harold N. Lawton of Alden, Iowa. They were married 65 years! Shirley directed the Presbyterian Church Choir at Rolfe, Iowa for 13 years while residing in that community. In 1963, the family moved to Creston, Iowa. Mrs. Lawton became District Chairman of the Moingona Girl Scout Council of Des Moines, Iowa. She was secretary to the Vice Principal of Creston High School, Creston, Iowa for many years. Shirley and Bud moved to Atlantic, Iowa in 1968. Shirley became secretary to the Vice Principal and Athletic Director at Atlantic High School. Shirley was President of the Atlantic Iowa Golf and Country Club Women's Association. She directed the Iowa Women's Golf Association tournament "Forever 39" held in Atlantic, Iowa. Mrs. Lawton retired as Cass County Judge in Atlantic in 1984 after serving in that capacity for 5 ½ years. She received the Freedom Foundation Award in 1984 as she had developed an Intervention Program as Judge, regarding juveniles charged as minors in possession of beer. She developed this program after 8 high school boys died in a car accident and beer was found in their car. This program went into effect in several locations in Iowa. Following retirement in 1984, she then moved to Fairfield Bay, AR with her husband, Bud. She was a member of the Fairfield Bay Indian Hills Golf Club, Fairfield Bay Log Cabin Museum, United States Golf Association and the Fairfield Bay Animal Protection League where she volunteered. Mourning her loss and celebrating her life are her husband, Harold N. (Bud) of Iowa Falls; two daughters, Susan Stock of Webster City and grandchildren, Marina and David Stock, Michael and Michelle Stock and Matthew and Karol Stock. Also, Katherine Van Horn and Steven of Algonquin, IL , and grandchildren, Kristofer Van Horn and Jamie, Sigourney (Van Horn) Guilford and Troy; three great grandchildren, Chloe Van Horn, Preston Stock and Pierce Stock. And her constant companion and four legged pal, Pippen. Mrs. Lawton was preceded in death by her parents. Dorothy Mae Greenfield, age 86, passed away February 12, 2009 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley, IA. Cremation has taken place with the Sietsema Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 25, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. at St. John's United Church of Christ in Ackley, IA with Rev. David Boogerd officiating. Dorothy was born on April 24, 1922 in Ackley, IA to James and Clara (Sessler) Aalfs. She attended Ackley schools; play high school basketball and enjoyed acting in plays; she graduated Ackley High School in 1940. On October 10, 1940 she married Howard Henry Greenfield and they lived and worked together on the Greenfield Farm three miles northeast of Ackley. They raised three daughters, Linda, Carol and Kathryn. Dorothy and Howard were married for 67 years. Dorothy was active in the St. John's United Church of Christ for most of her life in the Christian Education department, women's groups, on many committees, quilting group, and gave of herself to so many others in their times of need. She enjoyed helping with Meals on Wheels, entertaining, gardening, golf, bridge clubs, PEO Chapter BN, and traveling. She loved and enjoyed helping to care for her eight grandchildren. Dorothy is preceded in death by her parents, her two brothers (Raymond and Clarence Haupt), and her husband. She is survived by her three daughters, Linda (Neulyn) Miller of Pleasantville, IA, Carol (James) Boal of Casper, WY, and Kathryn (Mark) Ingham of Marshalltown, IA; her grandchildren, Rebecca (Mike) Oliva of Pleasantville, IA, Sherry Miller of Pleasantville, IA, Paul (Sarahlynn Lester) Boal of St. Louis, MO, Ann (Rob) Monroe of Berwyn Heights, MD, Amy (Gary) Wood of Corydon, IA, James (Heather) Ross, Curtis Ross, and T.J. Ross; her eleven great grandchildren, Bailey and Hunter Oliva Eleanor and Adelaide Lester-Boal, Maddy, Ty, Stoney, and Tully Wood, Abigail Monroe, and two children of James and Heather Ross. Memorials may be made to The Presbyterian Village or to St. Johns' United Church of Christ in Ackley. The family would like to express their sincere thanks to the entire staff of The Presbyterian Village for their tender loving care while she resided there. James Fecht, age 56, of Iowa Falls, died on Monday, January 26, 2009 at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls.Memorial services will be 1:00 P.M. Saturday, February 7th at the First Christian Church in Iowa Falls. Surls Funeral Home of Iowa Falls is in charge of arrangements. James Lee Fecht was born in Waterloo, Iowa on September 15, 1952, the son of John & Dorthy Fecht. James graduated from the John Marshall High School. He was united in marriage to Christina Joy Kreimeyer in Grundy County. James is survived by his wife, Christina and two children, a son Leath Paul Fecht and a daughter Susan Patrice Fecht. Merna M. Pelleymounter, age 77, of Ackley, died on Monday, January 26, 2009 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M Thursday at the Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Ackley with burial in the Oakwood Cemetery, Ackley. Visitation will be 4-7 P.M. Wednesday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Merna Pelleymounter was born on May 24, 1931 in York, Nebraska, the daughter of Andrew and Ragnhild (Petersen) Due. She was baptized and confirmed at St. John's Lutheran Church in Cordova, Nebraska. She attended rural school near her home and graduated from Exeter High School in 1948. She attended Grandview College in Des Moines, Iowa and graduated in 1951 with an associate degree in Elementary Education. On May 3, 1974, she was married to Bernard Pelleymounter at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Ackley, Iowa. She was a charter member of Our Saviors Lutheran Church, a member of Chapter BN, P.E.O. in Ackley, and a member of the ELCW. She worked for many years at the Ackley Medical Center, retiring in 1985. Since then, she and Bernie have been spending the summers at their cabin on Lake Pokegama near Grand Rapids, Minnesota. She is survived by her husband, Bernie of Ackley; her children, Paul and Harriet Lund of Lakeville, Minnesota, John and Deb Lund of Forest City, Iowa, Karen and Dan Gerdes of Warrensburg, Missouri, Doug and Evelyn Pelleymounter of Northfield, Minnesota and Steve Pelleymounter of Grand Rapids, Minnesota; 11 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; and many other relatives. She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother in infancy. Mildred J. "Mickie" Fuller, age 79, of St. Louis, MO and formerly of Iowa Falls, died on Monday, January 19, 2009 at the Delmar Gardens on the Green Nursing Home in St. Louis, MO. Funeral services will be 2:00 P.M. Sunday at the First Congregational United Church of Christ in Iowa Falls with burial in the Jackson Township Cemetery, Owasa. Family will receive friends from 1-2 P.M. on Sunday prior to services. The Surls Funeral Home of Iowa Falls is in charge of arrangements. She was best friend, confidante and beloved mother to Paula Fuller Tobin, Lisa Fuller McMahon and James W. Fuller; dear sister of Susan Ferrell, adoring grandmother to Katherine, David, Madeline, Meredith, Connor & Brennan. Wisest of mothers, she lived with inspirational courage against great adversity. A former teacher, she continued a monthly newspaper despite being blind and paralyzed with multiple sclerosis. She nurtured her family and friends and gave selflessly and tirelessly to them. In the face of all challenges, she remained optimistic, patient and kind to all. Her inner strength and quiet faith comforted us and comforts still. W. Dean Azeltine, age 79, of Iowa Falls, died on Friday, January 16, 2009 at the Mercy Medical Center in Mason City. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Wednesday at the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the Union Cemetery. Visitation will be 4-7 P.M. Tuesday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Dean Azeltine was born on January 9, 1930 in Belmond, Iowa, the son of Wesley and Garnet (Bamford) Azeltine. He graduated from the Iowa Falls High School and attended Ellsworth Community College. On April 9, 1950 Dean was united in marriage to Mary Heim in Iowa Falls. He was an Accountant and Controller with Purina in Iowa Falls, St. Louis, and Pittsburgh and he also worked for Cuckler Bldg. Systems, Lear Siegler, and Commander Bldgs all in Monticello. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church and had been in various bands starting at the age of 17, most recently, the Ackley German Band and also enjoyed golfing. Dean is survived by his wife, Mary of Iowa Falls; three sons, Jeffrey of Marion, Gregory of Los Angeles, CA and Bradley of Ames; 7 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sons, Michael and Anthony; and his step-mother, Anna Azeltine. Hjalmar Peter "H.P." Krogh, age 83, of Iowa Falls, died on Monday, January 12, 2009 at the Heritage Care Center in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Saturday at the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the Union Cemetery, Iowa Falls at a later date. Visitation will be 4-8 P.M. Friday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls with family receiving friends from 6-8 P.M. A memorial fund has been established. "H.P." Krogh was born on December 9, 1925 in Coulter, Iowa, the son of Peter A. and Katherine (Bonde) Krogh. He graduated from the Hampton High School in 1943, Grandview College in 1948, and Iowa State University in 1950 with a Bachelor of Science Degree. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1944-46. H.P. was united in marriage to Ilene Dohrmann on February 8, 1948 in Latimer, Iowa. He owned Krogh Feed and Supply, retiring in 1998. H.P. was a member of the First United Methodist Church, was a Sunday school teacher and Church Board member. He was a member of the Hyman-Peavey American Legion Post #188 of Iowa Falls and the Order of the Arrow. He was involved in ag organizations before he retired. He is survived by his wife, Ilene; three sons, Dr. Steven Krogh (Kerry) of Mason City, David Krogh of Iowa Falls, and Scott Krogh (Deana) of Iowa Falls; two daughters, Suzanne Dahl (Vinje) of Sabula and Janet Deaver (David) of Cedar Falls; 9 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and a sister, Inger Miller of Greenwood, IN. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Svend. Valiant Gilbert, age 59, of Ackley, died on Wednesday, January 7, 2009 at his home. Services will be 10:30 A.M. Wednesday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Visitation will be one hour before services. Valiant Ray Gilbert was born on February 15, 1949 in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the son of George and Ruth (Westfall) Gilbert. He graduated from the Loynorix High School in Kalamazoo in 1970. On November 27, 2004 he was united in marriage to Sally Louise Ehl in Kalamazoo. He is survived by his wife, Sally; a brother, Brent Gilbert of North Dakota; sister-in-law, Chris Gilbert of Warren, MI; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Clayton and Ruth Starkey of Kalamazoo, MI; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Marc and Sue Sletten of Cedar Falls; and several nieces and nephews. Verle G. Norem, age 60, of Iowa Falls, died on Tuesday, January 6, 2009 at the Mercy Medical Center in Mason City. Funeral services will be 1:30 P.M. Saturday at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the Jackson Township Cemetery, Owasa. Visitation will be 4-7 P.M. Friday at the church with family receiving friends from 5-7 P.M. The Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls is in charge of arrangements. A memorial fund has been established. Verle G. Norem was born on August 25, 1948 in Iowa City, Iowa, the son of Gerhard "Gay" and Neva (Colberg) Norem. He graduated from the Radcliffe High School. On June 12, 1966 Verle was united in marriage to Alana Balvanz at the St. John's Evangelical Church in Hubbard. Verle had farmed and worked with Farmers Mutual Crop Insurance. He was a member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Iowa Falls. Verle is survived by his wife, Alana; three sons, Kurt and his wife, Dee Ann and family, Tyler, Megan, Rachel, and Kailey of Olathe, KS, Pat and his wife, Marla and family, P.J. and Ross of Iowa Falls, and Lynn and fiancé, Bonita and family, Dylan, Luke, Taylor, and Lane of Iowa Falls; three brothers, Marvin Norem and his wife, Sue of Ellsworth, Terry (Jack) Norem and his wife, Deb of Radcliffe, Dave Norem and his wife, Jan of Radcliffe; a sister, Linda Barquist and her husband, Larry of Ellsworth; a sister-in-law, Pam Skartvedt and her husband, Lyle of Garden City. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Roger; and two sisters in infancy. Dennis White, age 63, of Iowa Falls, died on Monday, January 5, 2009 at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral will be 10:00 A.M. Saturday at the Bethany Lutheran Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the Union Cemetery. Visitation will be 4-8 P.M. Friday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls with family receiving friends from 6-8 P.M. Dennis D. White was born on May 24, 1945 in Minneapolis, MN. At the age of two months he was adopted by John (Jack) and Pearl White of Grafton, Iowa. He was baptized and confirmed at the Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Grafton. He attended the Grafton Comm. Schools until 10th grade then he transferred to St. Ansgar after they consolidated. He graduated from there in May of 1963. Dennis went on to the U. S. Trade School in Kansas City, MO and from there to work for Bill Ireland Chevrolet as an auto mechanic. In March of 1966 Dennis was employed by Hardin County R.E.C. as a lineman. He worked with the line crew for many years before accepting the position as Member Service Director. The company had changed names before he retired from Midland Power Cooperative in May of 2006. Dennis has two sons from a previous marriage, David John in Mason City and Gary Joseph of Buffalo, WY. Dennis married Jenenne Charleston on September 20, 1975 at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Iowa Falls. He had many hobbies and interests that kept him busy during his life. They included being a private pilot, a photographer, and then on to working with metal and wood. He made and played wood string instruments and still had time to do some target shooting. His dry sense of humor and story telling were enjoyed by all and will be carried on by his sons. He enjoyed hunting with his sons and friends. He is survived by his loving wife, Jenenne; two sons, David and family of Mason City and Gary (Melissa) and family of Buffalo, WY; his mother, Pearl of Iowa Falls; a sister, Dixie Jellum of Mason City; seven grandchildren, David's children, Tyler, Carrie and Jake and Gary's children, Lakyn, Brooklyn, Stacey, and Kristen; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, "Jack" and an infant son. JoAnn Grupe, age 76, of Iowa Falls, died on Sunday, January 4, 2009. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Thursday at the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the Union Cemetery. Visitation will be 5-7 P.M. Wednesday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Memorials may be directed to Hospice of North Iowa. JoAnn Anderson was born on February 11, 1932, in Rowan, Iowa to Arnold and Thelma (Hackley) Anderson. She graduated from the Marshalltown High School in 1949. On June 3, 1951, she married Frank Grupe in her parent's home in Marshalltown. They lived in Iowa Falls, Iowa. To this union, two children were born. JoAnn was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls and most recently worked at Iowa Falls Dairy Queen until June, 2002. By many people, she will always be remembered affectionately as "The Dairy Queen Lady". She enjoyed attending coffee in the mornings, spending time with her family, being with the public, spending time with Coconut (the dog) and taking shopping excursions to Waterloo. JoAnn is survived by her husband, Frank; a daughter, Kris of Iowa Falls; a son, Scott of West Des Moines; one brother, Michael Anderson and wife, Celene of Marshalltown; three sisters-in-law, Esther Skartvedt of Radcliffe, Evelyn (Marlyn) Paul of Swea City, and Susan (Rich) Newhall of Dunkerton; one brother-in-law, Bill (Donna) Grupe of Salem, OR; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; one sister-in-law, Elsie Haugland; and one brother-in-law, Dale Grupe. Margaret Sailer, age 94, of Ackley, died on Sunday, January 4, 2009 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Wednesday at St. John's United Church of Christ in Ackley with burial in the Oakwood Cemetery, Ackley. Visitation will be 4-7 P.M. Tuesday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Margaret Ellen was born on September 25, 1914, near Ackley, Iowa, eldest child of Edward and Senith Coordes. She was raised on a farm southeast of Ackley. On January 1, 1936, she married Louie Frederick Benning. They farmed in the Ackley area. Louie died May 1, 1962. On November 28, 1968, Margaret married Carl Sailer and they lived in Ackley, Iowa. Carl died on October 4, 1982. Margaret was a lifelong member of St. John’s United Church of Christ in Ackley. She was actively involved in farming with her husband, Louie. She worked with 4-H and was a member of Willing Workers, Crescent Club, and Ackley Women’s Club. She served eight years on the church council and taught Sunday School. Margaret was employed at the Presbyterian Home where she also served as a volunteer. She was a cook at Blakes Grove Camp and was president of the Oakwood Cemetary Society for 20 years, as was her mother. Margaret was a giving person who always helped her family and friends. She enjoyed playing cards. In recent years, she participated in the activities at the Presbyterian Home , where she resided, and she loved peeling potatoes for the meals. She was famous for her pails of chocolate chip cookies and rolls. She enjoyed her family and keeping up with their events. She was the epitome of what a grandma should be. Margaret is survived by her daughter, Marlys Folkers, of Cedar Falls, Iowa; a son, Delmar (Marlys) Benning of Ackley; a stepdaughter, Rosemary (Rich) Fee of Carlisle, Iowa; two sisters, Dorothy (Kenny) Thompson of Ackley, and Mildred La Caille Thompson of West Sacramento, California; seven grandchildren, Kendra (Doug) Van Sloten of Decorah, Iowa; Craig (Jamie) Folkers of Blair, Nebraska; Melanie (Brian) Moretz of Maquoketa, Iowa; Brian (Melissa) Benning of Wellsburg, Iowa; Jessica (Ruben) Sigala of Las Vegas, Nevada; Matthew Fee of Denver, Colorado; Benjamin (Cindy) Fee of Iowa City, Iowa and 11 great grandchildren, Sharese, Bethany and Brett Van Sloten; Alyx and Max Folkers; Zac, Abby and Molly Benning; and Olivia, Isaac and Eli Moretz. In addition to two husbands, Margaret was preceded in death by a sister, Lucille Hartema; infant brother, Lewis Coordes; and a grandson, Curtis Benning. Lillian McCord, age 86, of Iowa Falls, died on Saturday, January 3, 2009 at Scenic Manor Nursing Home in Iowa Falls. Memorial services will be 2:00 P.M. Thursday at the First Congregational United Church of Christ in Iowa Falls. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the American Diabetes Assoc. Lillian Alice McCord was born on April 17, 1922 in Rowley, Iowa, the daughter of Vernon and Neva (Templeman) Donlea. She was united in marriage to Robert McCord on October 20, 1946 in Rowley. She was a school teacher and homemaker. Lillian was a volunteer with the Calkins Nature Center, Hospital Auxiliary, Meals on Wheels, Iowa Falls Public Schools, and women's group through church, and also a member of several Bridge Clubs. Lillian is survived by her husband, Robert and two daughters, Cynthia McCord of Columbia, MO and Patricia Brader of Cape Canaveral, FL. She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, George; and a sister, Verna. Donald Dean Johnson, age 59, of Williams, died on Thursday, January 1, 2009 at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 1:30 P.M. Monday at the St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Williams with burial in the Williams Cemetery. Visitation will be 2-5 P.M. Sunday at the Surls Funeral Chapel in Williams. Donald Dean Johnson was born on May 13, 1949 in Iowa Falls, Iowa, the son of Howard and Shirley (Reinsel) Johnson. He was a 1967 graduate of the Northeast Hamilton High School. He worked at Hoelscher Ag Dist. out of Alden and was a member of the St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Williams. Donald is survived by his two sons, Nathaniel Johnson of Lake Park and Matthew Johnson and his wife, Molly of Cherokee; two brothers, Doug Johnson and his wife, Cindy of Alden and Drew Johnson of St. Marys, GA; a sister, Diane Johnson of Randall; and a sister-in-law, Amy Johnson of Lakeside. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, David. Donald Musson, age 85, of Iowa Falls, died on Tuesday, December 30, 2008 at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 2 P.M. Saturday at the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the Union Cemetery, Iowa Falls. Visitation will be one hour before services at the church. The Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls is in charge of arrangements. Donald John Musson was born on January 28, 1923 in Dows, Iowa, the son of George and Anne Mae (Erickson) Musson. He attended schools in Iowa Falls and graduated from the Gilbert High School. He served in the U.S. Navy. Donald was united in marriage to Pauline Stephens on April 5, 1946 in Ames, Iowa. He had been a farmer all of his life. Donald was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls, the Hyman-Peavey American Legion Post #188 of Iowa Falls, and the V.F.W. Donald is survived by his son, Doug (Karen K.) of Iowa Falls; a daughter, Karen Sue Musson of Iowa Falls; three grandsons, Troy (Jill) Musson of Shawnee, KS, Mark (Molly) Musson of Overland Park, KS, and Scott Musson of Shawnee, KS; a granddaughter, Tracy Yount of Olathe, KS; 10 great-grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; eight step-great-grandchildren; a brother, Gerald (Jean) Musson of Waldport, OR; and a sister, Lucille Merrigan of Cedar Rapids. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Pauline; a sister, Doris Anderson of Seattle, WA; and a daughter-in-law, Pennie Musson. Edwin Potgeter, age 81, of Iowa Falls, died on Tuesday, December 30, 2008 at Scenic Manor Nursing Home in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Saturday at the First Congregational United Church of Christ in Eldora with burial in the Eldora Cemetery. Visitation will be 4-7 P.M. Friday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. A memorial fund has been established. Full Military Rites provided by the Elliott-Keninger American Legion Post #252 of Ackley. Edwin Eugene Potgeter was born on September 8, 1927, first son of George and Lydia (Kruse) Potgeter of Steamboat Rock, Iowa. He graduated from the Steamboat Rock High School in 1944 and then attended Kemper Military School in Boonville, MO until 1945. Edwin joined the US Coast Guard on July 31, 1945 and was discharged on June 30, 1947, having reached the rank of Radioman Petty Officer Third Class. He earned a business degree from Drake University in January of 1952. Ed lived in Eldora and worked in the family grain elevator and lumberyard until his retirement in 1985. Edwin married Mary Louise Swasand in 1953. Their daughter, Renee Diane, was born in 1954. They both preceded him in death. He married his high school classmate, Mildred (Boelman) Kruse of Ackley on May 20, 2006 and they made their home in Iowa Falls. He was a member of a number of local organizations including the American Legion, Mason Lodge, Elks Lodge, Pine Lake Country Club, Meadow Hills Golf Club, and the UCC Congregational Church of Eldora. In later life he was a volunteer worker at the Iowa State Training School, served on the Eldora Senior Housing Board, and was also a volunteer with CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) for children. He won the Governor’s Volunteer Award in 2007. Ed was a very outgoing, positive and happy person who loved learning, meeting people, traveling, photography, golf, biking, poetry and he was a private aviation pilot. In addition to his first wife and daughter, Edwin was preceded in death by his parents; a younger brother, James and his wife, Joyce (Hippen). He is survived by his wife, Mildred; two grandsons, Brian Mott (Angel) of Ft. Lauderdale, FL; and Brent Mott of Des Moines, and their father, Lloyd Mott of Des Moines; a great grandson, Cohan Mott; a step-daughter, Bonnie and her husband, Wesley Poley of Cedar Falls and a niece, Jami of Napa, CA. Vera Iola Baumann age 90, of Iowa Falls, died on Monday, December 29, 2008 at the Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Memorial services will be 11:00 A.M. Saturday at the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls with inurnment in the Hubbard Cemetery. Family will receive friends one hour before services at the church on Saturday. The Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls is in charge of arrangements. Vera Iola (Collins) Baumann was born on April 13, 1918 in rural Alden, Iowa the only child of Fred and Elsie (Hoelscher) Collins. She attended country school near Buckeye and Hubbard, Iowa. On June 17, 1937 Vera was united in marriage to Roland Otto Baumann at Austin, MN. Roland, an Elevator manager, and Vera, a Beautician and Homemaker, lived in Hubbard, Woden, Morrison, and Humboldt, Iowa. In 1967 they moved to Iowa Falls. Vera was a beauty operator and homemaker. She was a member of the Ladies Aide of the First United Methodist Church where she was a member, Ellsworth Hospital Auxiliary and Women Society, member of the Senior Citizens, and served as Junior Regent, Senior Regent and Chaplin of the W.O.T. Moose in Iowa Falls. Vera loved to visit with her many friends and played cards whenever possible. Vera was very proud of her family and loved them all very much. She lived a full and rewarding life. Vera Iola Baumann was preceded in death by her loving husband, Roland and her parents, Fred and Elsie. She is survived by sons: Loy Baumann and wife, Marion of Harcourt, Iowa, Larry Baumann and wife, Jan of Waterloo, Iowa, Steven Baumann and wife, Jo of Ames, Iowa and Allen Baumann and Mary Erftenbeck of Valparaiso, IN; 9 grandchildren, Kris Baumann, Sheri Williams and husband, Tim, James and Robert Baumann, Cecily Decklever and husband, Matt, Allison Sowers and husband, Wes, Meagon Marshall and husband, Nick, Marisol Baumann and Kevin Baumann; 6 great-grandchildren, Robert Baumann, Danielle and Blake Williams, Isabel Decklever, Keelan and Amaya Marshall. The family would like to thank her caregivers at Greenbelt, Ellsworth Hospital and Scenic Manor, all of her friends and the community she loved for the many acts and expressions of kindness. We thank you for your prayer and sympathy. Bernard Pfeifer, age 94, of Iowa Falls, died on Friday, December 26, 2008 at the Heritage Care Center in Iowa Falls. A Memorial Service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, December 30, 2008 at St. Mark's Catholic Church in Iowa Falls. Visitation, with family members present, will begin at 9:30 a.m. in the church basement prior to the service. Burial will be at the St. Mark's Cemetery. The Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls is in charge of arrangements. Bernard was born on November 5, 1914, in Grand Junction, Colorado. He grew up in Nebraska. He was united in marriage to Clara Ammann from, Geneva on November 18, 1941. Bernard and Clara made their home in Iowa Falls, where he was a mechanic for the McClure John Deere dealership. Bernard was an active member of the Knights of Columbus and the VFW. Bernard was preceded in death by his wife, Clara, his mother, Catherine, his father, Thomas; three brothers, Fred, Leo and Victor and three sisters Theresa, Margaret, and Della. Bernard is survived by his sister Genevieve from Colorado and a brother Arthur from Nebraska, and many nieces and nephews. Memorial contributions may be made to Knight's of Columbus, Hospice of Northern Iowa, and St. Mark's Catholic Church. Steven Jon Groninga, age 64, of Ackley, died on Thursday, December 25, 2008 at his home. Funeral services will be 1:30 P.M. Monday at the West Friesland Presbyterian Church at Ackley with burial in the West Friesland Cemetery. Visitation will be 2-4 P.M. Sunday at the church. Sietsema Funeral Home of Ackley is in charge of arrangements. Steven Jon Groninga was born on November 15, 1944 in Iowa Falls, Iowa, the son of Vernon C. and Thelma (Neesen) Groninga. He graduated from the Ackley High School. On December 8, 2008 Steven was united in marriage to Kayleen Whitmire Best at the family home. Steven had been a truck driver with Sunset Distributing, retiring in January of 2008. He attended West Friesland Presbyterian Church at Ackley and was a member of the National Congress of Old West Shootist, Single Action Shooters Society, and the N.R.A. He was an avid deer hunter and loved to fish. Steven is survived by his wife, Kayleen; two daughters, Amy (Andy) Steffen of Cedar Falls and Lori (Mike) Lebow of Gainesville, GA; three grandchildren, Isaac and Sylvia Steffen and Joseph Lebow; a sister, Sheryl (Roald) Flater of Evergreen, Co; three step-daughters, Jamie (Shannon) Reinke of Geneva, Kelley (Shawn) Rotgers of Ackley, and Angela (Ryan) Reinke of Popejoy; a step-son, Christopher (Chris) Best of Geneseo, IL; and 4 step-grandchildren, Benjamin Reinke and KaiCee, Trinity, and Jenna Rotgers. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Terrill. Anna Sarah Held, 102, of Geneva, died on Tuesday, December 23, 2008, at Allen Memorial Hospital in Waterloo of congestive heart failure. Visitation will be at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley on Sunday, December 28th from 2-4 P.M. Funeral services will be at the Geneva United Methodist Church in Geneva, Monday, December 29th at 10:30 A.M. with Pastor Sylvia Kennedy officiating. Burial will be in Lindenwood Cemetery in rural Geneva. Those wishing to give memorials may direct them to the Franklin County Historical Society or the Geneva Methodist Church. Anna was born on April 27, 1906, the first daughter of Sebo and Anna Kramer in Madison Township, Butler County, Iowa. There she attended rural country school and went on to graduate from the Geneva Consolidated High School in 1924. She received her teaching certificate from the Iowa State Teachers College. She taught in various country schools in the Ackley area and then moved on to teach in the Aplington school system. On September 3, 1932, she was united in marriage to Elmer F. Held. Together they built a future on the family farm south of Geneva until 1960 when they retired and moved to a house in town. Anna was an active member of the Geneva United Methodist Church. She directed the bible school for many years, as well as serving in various other capacities. She was a member of the Franklin County Historical Society, the Geneva Women's Club, and the Lindenwood Cemetery Society. Her winters were spent in Ellenton, Florida, where she delighted in hosting family and friends. She loved to read and do craft work. She also enjoyed traveling. Surviving family members include four daughters, Margery (Carl) Miller of Ellenton, Florida, Lois (Leonard) Koch of Hollywood, Florida, Marlys (Larry) Meyer of Geneva, Iowa, and Elma Kay (D. Neil) Emmons of Cheyenne, Wyoming; nine grandchildren; nineteen great-grandchildren. Preceding her in death were her parents, husband, and two sisters, Louise Warneke and Irene Held. Tom L. Kepple, age 60, of Alden, died on Monday, December 22, 2008 at the Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 11:00 A.M. Saturday at the Immanuel Memorial UCC in Alden with a 3:00 P.M. graveside service in the Highland Cemetery in Bayard, Iowa. Visitation will be 4-6 P.M. Friday at the Surls Funeral Home in Alden. Tom was born on January 23, 1948 in Des Moines, Iowa, the son of Raymond and Stella (Winebrenner) Kepple. He graduated from the Panora-Linden High School. Tom served in the U.S. Navy from 1968-1992. He was united in marriage to Darlene Hulbert on August 8, 1976 at the Springbrook State Park. He had worked at Summit Farms and was a member of the U.S.S. Albany Assoc.; Good Sam; NARA; and the Collins-Dunning American Legion Post #201. Tom is survived by his wife, Darlene; a daughter, Jamila Dawn Hulbert Kepple of Alden; brothers and sisters, Kenneth Kepple of Newton, Louise Bullard of Panora, Don Kepple of Las Cruces, NM, Carl Kepple of Panora, Mark Kepple of Stanton, WA, and Rosemary Denning of Boone. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Sammy. Walter Milton Lupkes, age 82, met his Lord and Savior on Saturday, December 20, 2008, just six days short of his 83rd birthday following a 5 year battle with Alzheimer's. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Wednesday at the Washington Reformed Church, Ackley with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be 4-7 P.M. Tuesday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Pastor Jack Ritsema officiating. Wally was born on December 26, 1925 to John and Grace (Ibeling) Lupkes in Madison Township, Butler County. He attended Bear Grove School and graduated from Dumont High School in 1944. In June of the same year, Wally was drafted into the Army where he proudly served in the 752nd Tank Battalion in Italy. He drove tank in combat serving as a gunner and cannoneer. He was greatly honored to be reunited with his refurbished tank, THE U-GO, at Ft. Snelling, Minnesota in 2006. He was discharged in 1946 and came back to Iowa. He went to Chicago and attended radio school; however, farming was to be his lifelong calling. He came back to the Kesley area where his next-door neighbor, Beverly Krull, caught his eye. They were married on February 20, 1953 and they farmed together until Wally retired in 1998. Wally was a life-long member of Washington Reformed Church where he taught Sunday School, catechism, and served on the consistory as both elder and deacon. He was also a member of the Lupkes Post 83 of the Kesley Amvets. Nothing brought Wally more joy than a clean bean field, a nicely turned woodworking project and his family. His playful spirit will be permanently etched in the minds of his children and grandchildren as they remember car camping trips, sledding in Bear Grove, golfing, snowmobiling, and his ability to make walking beans fun. Wally is survived by Beverly, his faithful wife of 55 years and six children: sons Brian (Ann) of Latimer, Tim (Beva) of Osceola, Clark (April) of Parkersburg and daughters Marcia (Mark) Matheny of Monument, Colorado, Roxane (Curt) Wilson of Falcon, Colorado and Dawn (Tom) Kroontje of Lynden, Washington, 15 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by brother: Art (Juliet) Lupkes, of Ackley, Paul (Gladys) of Rapid City, S.D., LeRoy (Shirley) Lupkes of Parkersburg, sister Carol (Al) Schiltz of Iowa City, and sister-in-law Flo Lupkes of Ackley. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers George and Merlin and sister Lois Meyer. Margaret Jean Lawton, age 87, of Ackley, died on Wednesday, December 17, 2008 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Monday at the United Methodist Church in Ackley with burial in the Northlawn Memory Gardens, Iowa Falls. Visitation will be 2-4 P.M. Sunday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. A memorial fund has been established. Margaret was born on November 14, 1921, the daughter of Charles "Jerold" and Florence "Ola" (McCord) Kelsey. She graduated from the Iowa Falls High School in 1938 and Ellsworth Community College. Margaret was united in marriage to Maurice Lawton on September 11, 1942 in Iowa Falls. She was a member of the United Methodist Church, was on numerous church committees, Girl Scouts, school teacher, 4-H Leader, and was a National Delegate at the 4-H Convention. She enjoyed her flower garden and baking cakes. Margaret is survived by her three sons, Jim Lawton (LaVonne) of Ackley, Terry Lawton (Laura) of Palmdale, CA, and Neil Lawton (Denise) of Inwood; two daughters, Gayle Lawton of Collins and Beth Sprouls (Tim) of Cottage Grove, MN; a brother, Dean Kelsey (Barb) of Iowa Falls; 12 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; 3 step-grandchildren; 10 step-great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Margaret was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Maurice; brothers, Bruce, Don, and Ray Kelsey; and an infant granddaughter, Margaret. Lois Frerichs, age 83, of Seattle, Washington and formerly of Ackley, died on Thursday, December 11, 2008 at the Queen Ann Nursing Home in Seattle, WA. Funeral services will be 1:00 P.M. Thursday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley with burial in the West Friesland Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour before services at the Sietsema Funeral Home. Doris Jean Arends Schaap, age 85, of Ackley, died at her home on Wednesday, December 10, 2008. Funeral services will be 2:00 P.M. Saturday at the Austinville Christian Reformed Church with burial in the Memorial Park Cemetery, Austinville. Visitation will be 3-7 P.M. Friday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Doris was born on April 25, 1923, in Whitten, Iowa, the daughter of Dewey H. and Phoebe (Morton) Stevenson. She married Vernon J. Arends on June 21, 1945 in Austinville. He died on March 4, 1969. She married Arnold Schaap on July 14, 1992 in Austinville. Doris graduated from the Whitten High School and Iowa State Teachers College in Cedar Falls. She taught first grade at Reinbeck and Thornton. She later became the secretary to the superintendent of schools at Ackley-Geneva from 1967 to 1992. Doris is survived by her husband, Arnold of Ackley; three daughters, Judy (Al) Brueggeman of Harris, Mary Jean (Mike) Nederhoff of Wellsburg, and Kathy (Arvin) Druvenga of Spencer; a daughter-in-law, Jeanne Arends of Woodward; eight grandchildren, Kristen (Gerad) Rosenbeck of Grimes, Dr. S.J. Ryan (Jill) Arends of Coralville, Allison and Nate Brueggeman of Harris, Jon and Anthony Nederhoff of Wellsburg, and Joel and Bethany Druvenga of Spencer; two great-grandchildren, Marcus and Morgan Rosenbeck; seven step-children, Arlan (Marcia) Schaap of Dike, Aldon (Joelene) Schaap of Merced, CA, Ardith (Henry) Vis of Maple Ridge, BC, Aleeda (John) Vis of Smithers, BC, Ardene (Darren) Huisman of Orange City, Aljean (Stan) Plooy of Sacramento, CA, and Arnola (Derick) Roos of Sioux Center; 23 step-grandchildren; one step great-grandchild; a sister, Helen Wymore of Cedar Falls; a brother, Dale (Bonnie) Stevenson of Cedar Falls; a sister-in-law, Marie Arends of Ackley; and several nieces and nephews. Doris is preceded in death by a son, Stephen J. Arends; a granddaughter, Abby Druvenga; a step-grandson, Carl Vis; and two brothers-in-law, Andrew Wymore and Elwin Arends. LaVern " Bud "Ziebell, age 81 of Buckeye died Friday, December 5th at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Funeral Services will be 10:30 A.M. Wednesday at the Immanuel Memorial United Church of Christ in Alden with burial to follow in the Homewood Cemetery Ellsworth. Visitation will be 4-7pm Tuesday at the Surls Funeral Home in Alden. LaVern "Bud" Ziebell was born on September 2, 1927 at home in Radcliffe, Iowa, the son of Paul and Mabel (Charlson) Ziebell. He attended school at Ellsworth, Iowa. On November 2, 1951 Bud was united in marriage to Helen Rath in Ames, Iowa. He served in the U.S. Air Force during WWII. and was a Feed Mill Manager at the Buckeye Elevator for 37 years. Bud was a former member of the Trinity Lutheran Church at Ellsworth and a former member of the Buckeye Fire Dept. Bud is survived by his wife, Helen of Buckeye; a son, Steve Ziebell of Iowa City; three daughters, Cathy Moore and her husband, Dennis of Webster City, Lori Groom and her husband, Chuck of Rowan, and Jana Anderson of Des Moines; six grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and three sisters, Rosella Prince, Mercile Johnson, and Wilma Hansen. Lester C. Jansonius age 94 of Ackley, died on Sunday, November 30, 2008 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Thursday at the St. John's United Church of Christ in Ackley with burial in the Oakwood Cemetery, Ackley. Visitation will be 4-7 P.M. Wednesday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley with family receiving friends from 4-6 P.M. Lester C. Jansonius was born on December 9, 1913 at the Miller Hospital in Ackley, Iowa, the son of Fred and Ottillie (Schutte) Jansonius. He attended German #2 country school and graduated from the 8th grade by the age of 12 years old. Lester was united in marriage to Helena Janssen on February 28, 1936 at the Little Brown Church in Nashua. He had farmed all of his life and was on the Farmers Co-op Board, German Twp. Farm Bureau, and Church Council of St. John's United Church of Christ. He was a founding donating member of the existing Ackley Country Club and was a generous contributor to the Memory Unit at the Presbyterian Village. Lester is survived by his three daughters, LaVeda Hinton and her husband, Robert of Ackley, Marlys Lovick and her husband, Leo of Ackley, and Connie Richardson of Norwalk; son, Darrell Jansonius and his wife, Rebecca of Ackley; 6 grandchildren; six great grandchildren; and a sister-in-law, Phyllis Jansonius of Little Rock, AR. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; and two brothers, Frederick and a brother in infancy. Ruth Homan, age 87, of Ackley, died on Saturday, November 29, 2008 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Services will be 10:30 A.M. Wednesday at the United Methodist Church in Ackley with burial in the Oakwood Cemetery, Ackley. Visitation will be 4-7 P.M. Tuesday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Ruth Marlyn Homan was born on June 16, 1921 in Ackley, Iowa, the daughter of Herman and Jenny (Riebkes) Heitland. She graduated from the Ackley High School. On October 12, 1938 Ruth was united in marriage to Woodrow Homan at the United Methodist Church in Ackley. She was a member of the United Methodist Church, Bridge Clubs, United Methodist Women, Ackley Country Club, and enjoyed activities at the Presbyterian Village. Ruth is survived by her son, Gary and his wife, Sharon of Bella Vista, AR; three daughters, Sharryl DeBerg and her husband Trenton of Ackley, Connie Thomas and her husband Doug of Geneva, and Kela Walton and her husband Steve of Ackley; ten grandchildren; fifteen great-grandchildren; two sisters, Margaret Johns and Esther Hirth both of Ackley; and a brother, Wallace Heitland of Ackley. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Woodrow; grandson, Shawn DeBerg; Sisters, Gladys Diemer, Della Greenfield, Lucile Faint, and Dorothy Roelfs; and brothers, Harvey Heitland and Raymond Heitland. Mary Silke, age 93, of Iowa Falls, died on Friday, November 28, 2008 at the Ashbrook Assisted Living. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Tuesday at the Immanuel Memorial United Church of Christ in Alden with burial in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be 4-7 P.M. Monday at the Surls Funeral Home in Alden. Mary Ialeen Silke was born on July 3, 1915 in Alden, Iowa, the daughter of Earl and Elizabeth (Keller) Cary. She graduated from the Alden High School. On March 15, 1943 Mary was united in marriage to Harry Silke in Alden. She was a member for over 50 years with the Immanuel Memorial United Church of Christ and the Church Circle and the American Legion Auxiliary and helped with the Alden Blood Drive at the Legion. She was also a member of the Alden Woman's Club while it was in operation. She had been a past Grand Marshal of the Alden Egg Days in 1998 and helped with the Alden Food Pantry. She had a scholarship for two Alden Township graduates since 1997. Mary was survived by her two nephews, Lyle V. Cary Jr. and his wife, Mary Beth of Decorah and William E. Cary and his wife, Von of Cedar Rapids; two nieces, Cindy Cary of Madison, WI and Mary E. Cary of LaCrosse, WI. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Harry; three brothers, Paul Cary, Lyle Cary, Sr, and Dale Cary; and a sister, Bernadine Cary Sampson. Nancy Wessels, age 85, of Iowa Falls, died on Monday, November 17, 2008 in Carrollton, Texas. Services will be 10:30 A.M. Friday at the St. Mark's Catholic Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the St. Mark's Cemetery. Visitation will be 4 -7 P.M. Thursday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls with a 7 P.M. Scripture Service. A memorial fund has been established in Nancy's name for the Nursing Program at Ellsworth Community College. Nancy Mary Wessels was born on November 5, 1923 in Charles City, Iowa, the daughter of Thomas and Mary (Campbell) Keefe. She graduated from the Charles City High School and attended Mt. Mercy in Cedar Rapids, the University of Iowa in Iowa City and graduated from St. Joe's School of Nursing in Cedar Rapids. She was united in marriage to DuWayne J. Wessels on September 10, 1948 in Charles City. She worked as an R.N. at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital for 40 years. In December of 2005 she retired as an R.N. from Heritage Care Center in Iowa Falls. Through out her life she and her husband were very active in the Elks Club, both at the local and state level. She was involved in many Bridge Club activities, including teaching bridge locally for a number of years. She was a member of St. Mark's Catholic Church and Highland Country Club. Nancy privately gave her time to many families in Iowa Falls, in their time of need so their loved ones could spend their final days in their homes. Nancy is survived by her daughter: Mary Janet Anderson and her husband, Pete of Carrollton, Texas; a son: DuWayne J.Wessels, Jr. and his wife, Linda of Waterloo, Iowa; five grandchildren and two brothers: Dr. Patrick Keefe and his wife, Rosemary of Dewitt, Iowa and Judge Joseph Keefe and his wife, Lola of Decorah, Iowa. She was preceded in death by her husband: DuWayne; and a brother: Tommy. Marceline White, age 95, of Allison, died on Monday, November 10, 2008 at the Allison Care Center. Private family services are being held. The Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls is in charge of arrangements. Marceline M White was born on June 26, 1913 in Oelwein, Iowa, the daughter of George and Nell (Ryan) Jardee. She graduated from the Sacred Heart High School in Oelwein. On October 3, 1936 Marceline was united in marriage to Robert White in Oelwein. She had been a homemaker. Marceline is survived by her son, Bob and wife, Ann of Iowa Falls; grandson, Rob White and his wife, Kristin and great-grandchildren, Allison and Alex of Mason City, granddaughter, Barbara Blake and husband, Joe and great-grandchildren, Leah and Brady of Indianola, grandson, David White of Urbandale, and grandson, Michael White and wife, Anne and great-grandchild, Sidney Jane of Chelsea, MI. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Bob; a sister, Georgine; and two grandchildren, Nancy and Matthew. Sondra Lucas, age 68, of Alden, died on Thursday, November 6, 2008 at the University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City. Memorial services will be 1:00 P.M. Saturday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls with inurnment in the Northlawn Memory Gardens. The Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls is in charge of arrangements. Sondra Lee Lucas was born on July 5, 1940 in Hampton, Iowa, the daughter of Oral Keefe and Audeen Goodell. She graduated from the Iowa Falls High School and Ellsworth Community College with an Art Degree. She had worked at Herters and Farmland Foods in Iowa Falls. Sondra was a member of the Immanuel Memorial United Church of Christ in Alden. She is survived by her three daughters, Sherry Simons of Iowa Falls, Alaine Slagle of Iowa Falls, and Laurie Lucas of Iowa Falls; a son, Greg Keefe of Iowa Falls; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Charlene Bartling of Waterloo and Sheryl Tipton of Alden. She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Barbara Wagoner. Nelle Silvey, age 94, of Iowa Falls, died on Tuesday, November 4, 2008 at the Heritage Care Center in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Friday at the United Methodist Church in Alden with burial in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be 3-7 P.M. Thursday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Nelle Nance was born on March 15, 1914 at Buchanan, Tennessee to parents Rubin Fisher and Sarah Nance. She lived most of her early life in nearby Paris, Tennessee with her uncle Owen Jackson and Aunt Ruth Jackson following the death of her parents. She graduated from EW Grove High School in Paris. Nelle received her teaching certificate attending Union University and Memphis State College in Memphis. She taught school in Buchanan, and then worked at Camp Tyson near Paris. There she met Emory Silvey and they were married January 22, 1944 at the First Baptist Church in Paris. He preceded her in death. Following Emory's discharge from service in 1946 they moved to Iowa and began farming at a Hubble farm west of Alden. In 1953 they bought farm land and farmed northwest of Alden until 1980, when the couple moved to Iowa Falls. Following Emory's death in 1998 Nelle sold their home on Ellis Ave. and moved to the Rock Run Apartments. In 2003 following hip surgery she became a resident at the heritage Care Center in Iowa Falls. She was a very determined individual and a true joy to her caregivers. She will be missed. Nelle was baptized in Paris at the First Baptist Church and later transferring membership to the Alden United Methodist Church. There she taught Sunday school, served on the church board, and was a member of the United Methodist Women. Nelle also worked 13 years in the Alden Community Schools at the Popejoy attendance center. She was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters, Sue Belle Nance and Edith Pickard, both of Paris, Tennessee. Nelle is survived by one daughter, Pamela Driscoll (Gerald) of Sheboygan, WI, grandson, Michael and wife, Samika of Aurora, CO; two sisters-in-law, numerous nieces and nephews and many lifelong friends. Laura K. Poley, 92, of Ackley, died on Thursday, October16, 2008 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Maxine Garver, age 67, of Iowa Falls, died on Tuesday, October 14, 2008 at the Scenic Manor Nursing Home in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:00 A.M. Friday at the United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the Manly Cemetery at Manly. Visitation will be one hour before services on Friday at the church. Surls Funeral Home of Iowa Falls is in charge of arrangements. Maxine Carol Garver was born on May 9, 1941 in Mason City Iowa, the daughter of Willard and Grace (Kalous) Garver. She graduated from the Grafton High School in 1959. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls. Maxine is survived by her aunt, Lyla Kalous and cousins, Eldon Kalous and his wife, Darla and family, Chad and Travis; Marlin Kalous and his wife, Barb and family, Shane and Chase; Carroll Kalous and his wife, Becky and family Sara and Adam; Charles Tantow and his wife, Evelyn; and Max Tantow. She was preceded in death by her parents; an uncle, Edward Kalous; and twin cousins, Erin and Heather Kalous. Betty Lois Mulford, age 87 of Iowa Falls died on Saturday, October 11, 2008 at the Scenic Manor in Iowa Falls. Visitation will be 4-8 P.M. Wednesday at Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. There will be no services. Betty's wishes were to be cremated following vistation. Betty Lois Mulford was born April 30, 1921 at Iowa Falls, Iowa the daughter of Henry and Hazel (Bryant) Thies. She received her education at Iowa Falls and attended Iowa Falls High School. She married Thomas (Rich) Mulford January 4, 1938 at Iowa Falls, Iowa. Betty was a Avon Lady. She retired in July of 2007after 40 years with Avon. Betty was a charter member of the Women of The Moose and was also a member of Royal Neighbors and Rebekahs. Survivors include two sons, Robert (Bob) Mulford and Ronald (Ron) Mulford both of Iowa Falls; daughter-in-law, Sharon Mulford of Iowa Falls; grandchildren, Chad (Sinda) Mulford, Jeff (Stacy) Mulford, all of Iowa Falls and Joel (Elizabeth) Mulford of Ankeny and eight great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Thomas (Rich) Mulford and son, Richard (Dick) Mulford. Robert Ellis Dean, a resident of the Presbyterian Village in Ackley, died on Wednesday, October 8, 2008, at Allen Memorial Hospital in Waterloo. Celebration of Life services will be held on Monday, October 13, at the Ackley United Methodist Church. Visitation will begin at 9:30 a.m., followed by a memorial service at 11:00 a.m. Sietsema Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to the AGWSR Community Schools, where they will be used for the school band music program. Robert, the son of Ernest and Ethelyn (White) Dean, was born September 9, 1913, in Ellis Township, Hardin County, Iowa. Bob attended high school in Iowa Falls and Corydon. He graduated from Ames High School in 1932. Bob earned a Bachelor's Degree in Music from Simpson College in 1936, majoring in piano and organ. Bob later attended graduate school in New York City at Columbia University and earned a master's degree from Drake University. After teaching music in several Iowa communities, Bob married Marjorie E. Duffus on June 5, 1941. Bob served stateside in the Army during World War II. Following his discharge he farmed and taught school in Story County. Bob accepted a position as band director and moved to Ackley in August 1947. In 1952 Bob quit full-time teaching. He began selling insurance and built that business while continuing to teach part-time at Popejoy, Hansell, and Owasa. Upon consolidation of the Ackley and Geneva school systems, Bob taught junior high band and vocal music at Geneva. He retired in 1974 after thirty-six years of teaching. He continued to sell insurance until forced to retire due to deteriorating eyesight. Bob was a faithful, lifelong member of the United Methodist Church. He held leadership roles on many committees and boards, serving his Lord in whatever capacity asked of him. As organist at the Ackley United Methodist Church for forty-six years, he used his musical talents to glorify God. Bob was a member of the Ackley Rotary Club for fifty-four years and received the Paul Harris Fellow award. Bob enjoyed playing bridge, reading, and gardening. In 2001 Bob became blind due to macular degeneration. By living life to the fullest and refusing to yield to bitterness, Bob inspired one and all with his positive attitude and his refusal to let blindness rob him of an independent, active life. Survivors include daughter Marilyn Mitchem, Bettendorf, Iowa; son Duane Dean, Cedar Falls, Iowa; son-in-law Donald Mitchem, Bettendorf; daughter-in-law Debbie Dean, Cedar Falls; granddaughter Melissa Mitchem, Bozeman, Montana; grandson Mitchell Dean, Cedar Falls; plus nephews, nieces, and cousins. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, wife Marjorie; sister Vivian Sparboe; brother Lauren Dean; brother-in-law Irving Sparboe; and sister-in-law Margaret Dean. Melvin Oskvig, age 89, of Williams, died on Wednesday, October 8, 2008 at the Scenic Manor Nursing Home in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 11:00 A.M. Saturday at the First Christian Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the Williams Cemetery. Visitation will be 5-8 P.M. Friday at the Surls Funeral Home in Williams. Melvin Oskvig was born on September 29, 1919 on a farm in Williams, Iowa, the son of Ordin and Isabelle (Welland) Oskvig. He attended country school. Melvin served in the U.S. Army from 1942-46. On February 23, 1947 he was united in marriage to Vera Shillington at the First Christian Church in Iowa Falls. He had farmed all of his life. He was a member of the First Christian Church in Iowa Falls and the Williams American Legion Post #633. He was #1 Hamilton County draftee, serving in WWII in Washington D.C. and Germany. Melvin is survived by his wife, Vera; four sons, Roger and his wife, Melissa of Pittsford, NY, Ordean and his wife, Tammy of Stilwell, KS, Allen and friend of Williams, and Michael and friend of Leawood, KS; a daughter, Arlene Blue and her husband, Dale of Webster City; 14 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; a sister, Ora Hamre of Iowa Falls; a brother, Clarence Oskvig of Alden; a brother-in-law, Richard Shillington of Alden; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Beatryce Duden, Bernice Ratzke, and Alvina Porter; and brothers, Elmer, Ernest, Virgil and a brother in infancy. Norma Juanita Bunn, age 96 of Warsaw, Mo and formerly of Iowa Falls died on Monday, October 6, 2008 at the Warsaw Health and Rehabilitation Center in Warsaw. Graveside services will be 2:00 P.M. Thursday at the Union Cemetery in Iowa Falls. Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls is in charge of the local arrangements. She was born on April 14, 1912, at Norwood, Missouri, a daughter of Earldon and Oka (King) Riser. On October 9, 1928, in Waterloo, she was united in marriage to Fred M. Miller, Jr. On September 10, 1939, in Lancaster, Missouri, she was united in marriage to Axen F. Bunn, who preceded her in death on March 19, 1995. While living in Iowa Falls, she was a member of the Evangelical Free Church. She moved to Steamboat Rock in 1979. In 1997, she moved to Warsaw, Missouri, where she was a member of the Warsaw Christian Church. She was an egg candler at the farmer's exchange and was a seamstress at Boyt. She enjoyed attending church, gardening, growing flowers, and playing Bingo. She is survived by: one daughter, Charlaine Miller Daleske and her husband Gordon of Warsaw, Missouri; one son, Darrell Miller and his wife Shirley of Dalles, Oregon; five grandchildren, Jeff Daleske, Steve Daleske, Renee Schwermer, Traci Bilyeu, and Pamela White; 14 great-grandchildren; and numerous great-great-grandchildren. esides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, one son, Junior Edward Miller, four sisters, Vinita Kerby, Pauline Shane, Mary Swaggart, and Jeannette Reed, two brothers, Basil Riser and Buster Riser, and one granddaughter, Joni Robeson. Memorial contributions be given to the family in care of the Fox Funeral Home, PO Box 37, Cole Camp, MO 65325. Mabel Ruth Brass, age 93, of Ackley, died on Tuesday, September 30, 2008 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Funeral services are 10:30 a.m. Friday at St. John's UCC in Ackley with burial in Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation is 5 - 7 p.m. Thursday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Memorials may left to the discretion of the family. Mabel Ruth Brass was born February 27, 1915 at rural Ackley, the daughter of Herman W. and Caroline (Sailer) Kreimeyer. She received her early education in rural schools and graduated from Ackley High School. She married Willie Brass June 20, 1941 at Ackley, Iowa. Mabel was a homemaker as well as a farmwife helping in many capacities on the farm. She was a member of St. John's UCC and was active in Ladies Aide and Sunshine Club. Survivors include her three sons, Dale Brass and his wife Carlleen of Ackley, Ronald Brass and his wife Rosalita of Dubuque and Merlyn Brass and his wife Linda of Ackley; three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren, Steven Brass and his wife Stacie and their children, Nicholas , Alyssa and Lindsey of Cedar Falls, Jeffery Brass and his wife Brynn of Ackley and Stacy Brass of West Des Moines. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, granddaughter, Jodi Lyn Brass, four brothers and seven sisters. Ernest F. Hartkopp, age 88 of Iowa Falls, died on Thursday, September 25, 2008 at the Scenic Manor Nursing Home in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Monday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls with burial in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery, rural Iowa Falls. Visitation will be 2-5 P.M. Sunday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Memorials may be directed to Iowa Hospice, 2 West Main St., Marshalltown, Iowa, 50158. Ernest F. Hartkopp was born on May 9, 1920 in Burdette, Iowa, the son of Frank and Martha (Klein) Hartkopp. Ernest was united in marriage to Gladys Diemer on November 29, 1941. He served in the U.S. Army from 1942-45 during WWII and had farmed all of his life. Ernest was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Bradford Fire Dept., and the Pleasant Hill Cemetery Society. He is survived by his daughter, Marlene Merklin and Bill Gross of Clear Lake; two sons, Charles and Bonnie Hartkopp of Geneva and Ronald and Laura Hartkopp of Iowa Falls; 10 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; five sisters, Bettie LaRue of Iowa Falls, Margaret Mitterer of Iowa Falls, Anna Mae Diemer of Ackley, Dorothy Teske of Ackley, and Martha Parker of Aplington; and two brothers, Marvin Hartkopp of Iowa Falls and Wilfred Hartkopp of Iowa Falls. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Gladys; a son, Darwin; and a brother, Arnold Hartkopp. David Daniel Meyer, age 59, of Cumming, formerly of Iowa Falls and Fort Dodge, died on Friday, September 19, 2008 after being life flighted to University Hospital in Iowa City. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Tuesday at Egnacio's Chapel, N 43rd St. Cumming, IA. Family will greet friends one hour prior to services. A 3:30 p.m. burial is in Northlawn Cemetery, Iowa Falls. Visitation will be 5 - 7 p.m. Monday at Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Online condolences may be sent to www.surls.com. Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls is in charge of arrangements. David Meyer was born on August 8, 1949, in Hampton, Iowa, the son of Frederick and Marie (Siems) Meyer. He graduated from Iowa Falls High School and Ellsworth Community College in Iowa Falls. David was united in marriage to Patricia Watkins Miller on February 11, 1989 at the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls. Following their marriage the couple made their home in Des Moines for several years where he worked in the transportation industry for Ruan and D.J. Franzen . They then moved to Fort Dodge where Dave worked as a dispatcher for SMX for nine years. The couple moved to Iowa Falls as he continued work at SMX and then at Pre Stress. Next, moving to Cumming to work for TMC, where Dave worked until his illness required him to resign. He was a member of Cumming Community Church, Iowa Falls Elks Club B.P.O.E. Lodge #1674 and the Iowa Falls Loyal Order of Moose Lodge #1331. David's passion was his family (including his four-legged children, Angus and Gypsy) and restoring a 1965 Chevy which he and Patricia drove on many car cruises. He enjoyed NASCAR and kept busy gardening and doing yard work for himself and his church. David is survived by his wife, Patricia of Cumming; two sons, Christopher Miller and his wife, Terry, of Des Moines, Jeffery Miller and his wife, Carin, of Fremont, NE; daughter, Margo Adams and her husband, Kraig, of Cumming; six grandchildren; sister, Mary Ann Whipple and her husband, Merle of Geneva; mother-in-law, Dorothy Watkins of Granite City, IL; sister-in-law, Carol Meyer of Des Moines; many nieces, nephews, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Donald Meyer. Memorial contributions may be made to Cumming Community Church or the family. Rosella Edith Hansen, age 96 of Webster City and formerly of Williams died Friday, September 19th, at the Crestview Manor in Webster City. Funeral services will be 10:30AM Wednesday at the Alden Methodist Church with burial to follow in the Buckeye Cemetery. Visitation will be 5 -7 p.m. Tuesday at Surls Funeral Chapel in Williams. Rosella Edith Hansen was born on June 21, 1912 in Dows, Iowa, the daughter of George and Bessie (Annett) Root. She attended Vernon Twp and Dows High School. On October 20, 1934 she was united in marriage to Herman Hansen in Sandstone, MN. Rosella lived near Williams for 52 years, moved to the Dows Development Apts. on September 1, 1987 and then to a nursing home in Dows, and then the Crestview Manor in Webster City in 2002. Rosella is survived by a sister, Lucille Jackson of Webster City; and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and five sisters, Helen Haines, Rhoda Kreitlow, Elsie Foster, Dorothy Cheever and Mable Prescher. John Harvey Cox, age 54 of Alden, died unexpectedly Friday at his home. Funeral services will be 10:30AM Tuesday at the Immanuel Memorial UCC in Alden with burial to follow in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be 6-8pm Monday at the Surls Funeral Home Alden. Online condolences may be sent to www.surls.com. Surls Funeral Home in Alden is in charge of arrangements. John Harvey Cox was born on July 7, 1954 in Albia, Iowa, the son of Paul and Marjorie (Force) Cox. He graduated from the Twin Cedars High School in Bussey, Iowa in 1972. John was united in marriage to Paula Russell on September 22, 1979 in Bussey. He was a truck driver and then was a Load Manager at First Fleet in Ames. He was a member of the Mason Home Lodge #192 of Iowa Falls and was a Reserve Deputy Sheriff and Corrections Officer in Marion County. He was Papa to his grandchildren that he loved very much as did they love him. He was friends to everyone. John is survived by his wife, Paula; a daughter, Monique and her significant other, Jay Vogel of Alden; his mother, Marjorie Cox of Bussey; a grandson, David of Alden; two granddaughters, Jewelle of Alden and Haylee of Alden; and expected grandson, John (JT); siblings, Daryl Cox and his wife, Jane of Apache Junction, Monica Reed and her husband, Denny of Bussey, and Tim Cox and his wife, Cathy of Bussey; one niece and several nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Paul Cox and two brothers in infancy. Dorothy Roelfs, age 90 of Ackley, died on Tuesday, September 16, 2008 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Funeral services will be 2:00 P.M. Friday at the United Methodist Church in Ackley with burial in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery, rural Ackley. Visitation will be 4-7 P.M. Thursday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Dorothy Mae Roelfs was born on April 19, 1918 to Herman and Jenny (Riebkes) Heitland just minutes before her twin sister, Margaret. Dorothy grew up working hard on a farm with her nine siblings. She was united in mariage to Jarthy Roelfs on April 21, 1936. She was a member of the United Methodist Church for many years. Dorothy loved her family, her church, gardening, baking, and working in her flowerbeds. Her six children were very important to her. She made something special for each one. For Dean, it was lemon pie; Charlie loved (and rarely shared) her homekmade spice cake with caramel frosting; for Lyle, rhubarb pie; for Orrie, German cholcolate cake; for Mike, cornflake cookies; and for Mary, turtle cake. Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband; her parents; two sons, Charlie and Mike; sisters, Gladys Diemer, Della Greenfield, and Lucille Faint; and brothers, Harvey and Raymond. She is survived by three sons, Dean (Charlene), Lyle, and Orrie Roelfs; and one daughter, Mary Roelfs, all of Ackley. She also leaves behind sisters Margaret Johns, Ruth Homan, Esther Hirth, and brother, Wallace (Jen) Heitland; along with eight grandchildren, nine great granchildren, four great, great grandchildren, many nieces and nephews, cousins, and friends. Lilian Irene Heetland, age 88, of Iowa Falls, died on Sunday, September 14, 2008 at the Scenic Manor in Iowa Falls. Private memorial services will be held in London, England. Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls is in charge of arrangements. Lilian Irene Heetland was born April 24th 1920 in London England, the daughter of David & Florence Pannell. She graduated High School in London England She married Edward Heetland August 2nd 1943 in London England. Lilian was a member of the Waterloo Amvets Auxiliary. Survivors include her husband Edward Heetland of Iowa Falls, Iowa; three sisters Doris Ivy of Sussex, England, Lucy Rose of Norfolk, England & Irene Winnifred of Surrey, England. She was preceded in death by two sisters & two brothers. Alice Mae Shane Simcox, age 90, of Dubuque, and formerly of Iowa Falls, died on Friday, September 12, 2008 at the Sunset Park Place in Dubuque. Funeral services will be 1:00 P.M. Monday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls with burial in the Union Cemetery. Visitation will be 3-7 P.M. Sunday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Memorials collected will be distributed to Bible Truth Publishers and Iowa Heart Center. Alice was born November 22, 1917 to Oliver and Inez Shane in a large brick farm house southeast of Iowa Falls, Iowa. She was the youngest child, with three brothers (Earl, Marion, and Howard Shane). Alice lived most of her life in Iowa Falls. She graduated from Iowa Falls High School in 1936 and went to work for her father's automobile dealership as a bookkeeper. She married Clair Simcox on June 12, 1938 at her parents' farm home outside of Iowa Falls. Craig Dennis was born to this union on September 18, 1939, and Patricia Claire on February 25, 1948. In 1944, Clair and Alice moved to Manchester, Iowa and later to Waterloo, Iowa, where Clair became a barber. In 1957, they returned to Iowa Falls where they lived for 40 years. When Clair passed away on January 1, 1997, Alice moved to Ankeny, Iowa, to be close to her daughter and family. In August of 2007, Alice moved to Sunset Park Place, a retirement community in Dubuque, Iowa to be near Pat and Merlin, who also had moved to Dubuque. During her life, Alice faithfully witnessed her faith in the Lord Jesus as her personal Savior, and demonstrated His presence in her life to her family, friends, and those who she made contact with. Alice was preceded in death by her husband, Clair, her parents, and her three brothers. She is survived by her son, Craig (Molly) Simcox, of Bellevue, WA; her daughter, Patricia (Merlin) Gentz of Dubuque, IA; three granddaughters: Vicki (Tim) Smokoff of Fox Island, WA; Brooke (Aaron) Sluiter of Dubuque; Mikaela (Aaron) Harlow of Dubuque; three great-granddaughters: Amanda, Lindsey, and Emily Smokoff, of Fox Island, WA.; and many nieces and nephews. Matthew Keith Conover, age 32, of Urbandale and formerly of Iowa Falls, died on Wednesday, September 10, 2008 unexpectedly at his home of natural causes. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Monday at Bethany Lutheran Church in Iowa Falls with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation will be 2 - 6 P.M. Sunday at Bethany Lutheran Church in Iowa Falls. A Memorial Fund has been established in care of Matt Conover and may be sent to Green Belt Bank and Trust, 616 Washington St., Iowa Falls, IA. 50126. Online condolences may be sent to www.surls.com. Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls is in charge of arrangements. Matthew Keith Conover was born on June 16, 1976 in Iowa Falls, Iowa, the son of Keith and Cathy (Friedrichsen) Conover. He graduated from the Iowa Falls High School in 1995 and graduated from the University of Iowa School of Business in 1999 with a Finance Degree. He worked at John Deere Credit in Johnston as a Agriculture Marketing Manager . Matt was a member of the Polk Co. I Club and the University of Iowa Alumni Assoc. He was an avid Hawkeye Fan and enjoyed all sports, golfing, basketball, biking, running, and his true love of football. He was a devoted uncle, caring brother, and a loving son. Matt is survived by his parents; Keith and Cathy Conover of Iowa Falls; a sister, Andrea Widen and her husband, Michael and son, Peyton of Iowa City; maternal grandparents, Clifford and Florence Friedrichsen of Holstein; paternal grandmother, Esther Conover of Holstein; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Claude Conover. Arlene Erna Klein, age 84 of Ackley, died on Monday, September 8, 2008. Franklin General Hospital in Hampton. Funeral services will be 11:00 A.M. Friday at the St. Peter's U.C.C. rural Geneva with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be 4-8 P.M. Thursday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Arlene Erna Klein was born on July 14, 1924 in Eldora, Iowa, the daughter of Louis and Vesta (Smallwood) Sprain. She graduated from the Eldora High School in 1943. Arlene was united in marriage to Earl Klein on December 28, 1952 at the First Congregational Church in Iowa Falls. Arlene was a member of the St. Peter's UCC in Geneva; Geneva Study Club; TOPS; St. Peter's Womens Fellowship; and taught Sunday School and Bible School. Arlene is survived by her husband, Earl; two daughters, Sandra Klein of Urbandale and Lori Johnson and her husband, Russ of Chaska, MN; nine grandchildren, Tia Colao and her husband, Ivan, Nicholas Klein, Anthony Klein, Tim Stork and his wife, Emily, Trent Stork, Brad Johnson and his wife, Miranda, Andrea Johnson, Zachary Johnson, and Nichole Johnson; three great grandchildren, Abby Johnson, Marcus Colao, and Mariel Colao; a brother, Lowell Hodge and his wife, Chub of Independence, MO; and a sister-in-law, Sue Sprain of Iowa Falls. She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Gary Klein; a sister, Bernadine (Mrs. Gene) Bittner and a brother, Bob Sprain. Donald Grimm, Donald Grimm, age 81, of Alden, died on Friday, September 5, 2008 at Heritage Care Center in Iowa Falls. Funeral services are 11:00 a.m. Thursday at Immanuel Memorial UCC in Alden with cremation following services. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at Surls Funeral Home in Alden. Donald Lee Grimm was born April 16 1927 at Urbana, Iowa the son of Floyd and Wanda Scott Grimm. He received his education at Urbana graduating from Urbana High School in 1944 as the class valedictorian. Donald served his country in the United States Navy. He married Virginia Christian in December 1949 at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa. They made there home in Alden. Donald worked as a mechanic at Farmland retiring in 1987. Donald enjoyed Blue Grass music and repairing and restoring violins from all around the United States. Survivors include his mother Wanda Grimm of Iowa Falls; one son Jerry Grimm of Alden; one brother Richard Grimm and his wife Joan of Waterloo, IA; three grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father Floyd, wife Virginia and a son Wyatt. Helen Heinz, age 87 of Ackley, died on Saturday, August 30, 2008 at her home. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Wednesday at the St. John's United Church of Christ in Ackley with burial in the Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be 5-7 P.M. Tuesday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Helen Heinz was born on March 23, 1921 in Ackley, Iowa, the daughter of John and Otillie (Kramer) Heinz. She graduated from the Ackley High School and the four year teaching program at the Iowa State Teacher College in Cedar Falls. She taught and then worked at Rath as a secretary in Waterloo before returning home to care for her parents. She was a regular member of the Mary's Group and the Sunshine Circle at the church. Helen was the organist for many years at the St. John's United Church of Christ. Helen is survived by her sister, Esther Stewart of Eldora; three nieces, and a nephew. She was preceded in death by her parents; and two brothers, William and Fredrick Kramer. Edward William Koop, age 89 of Ackley, died on Friday, August 30, 2008 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Funeral services will be 1:30 P.M. Monday at the Washington Reformed Church rural Ackley with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be 2-5 P.M. Sunday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Edward William Koop was born on September 6, 1918, on a farm NW of Austinville, Butler County, Iowa. He was the son of Henry and Sophia (Meyer) Koop. He was baptized at the Washington Reformed Church and received his education at the Crooked School. He was called to the armed service on March 15, 1941 and was discharged on October 25, 1945. When he returned to Iowa he started farming with his father and brothers. He married Jeannette Arlene Ulfers on February 23, 1948. They were blessed with one son, Markley Edward Koop on September 15, 1950. He retired from farming in 1981 and they moved to Ackley. He continued to come out to the farm and help his son farm until October 2006. He loved his family and enjoyed spending time with them entertaining the grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He enjoyed attending his grandkids activities and teaching them many things about farming and faith in God. He was a faithful member of the Washington Reformed Church serving on the Consistory, singing in the choir, and many other church activities. He entered in to rest on August 29, 2008 to be with the Lord. He is survived by his wife, Jeannette Arlene Koop of 60 years; his son, Markley and wife, Kathleen Koop; three grandson's, James and wife, Christianne and David and Catelynn Koop; Jonathan and wife, Melissa and Collin Koop; and Jason Koop; two sisters, Elsie DeVries and Agnes Ackerman; one brother, Bill Koop and wife, Anna Mae; and four sisters-in-law, Gertrude Ackerman and husband, Kenny, Mildred Ulfers, Edyth Ulfers, and Darlene Ulfers. He was preceded in death by his parents; granddaughter, Jamie Lee Koop; a brother, Walter Koop; a sister, Augusta Rykena; 7 brothers-in-law; and 4 sisters-in-law. Roy C. Balentine, Jr. age 79, of Iowa Falls, died on Sunday, August 24, 2008 at Scenic Manor Nursing Home in Iowa Falls. Memorial services will be 10:30 A.M. Thursday at the Immanuel Memorial United Church of Christ in Alden with inurnment in the Alden Cemetery. There will be no visitation. Memorials may be directed to Hospice of North Iowa. Roy was born on November 20, 1928 on the family farm near Alden, the son of Roy Sr. and Gladys (Mathews) Balentine. He graduated from the Alden High School in 1947. On November 20, 1949 he was united in marriage to Mary Ann Schmedika. Roy farmed with his father in Brownsdale, MN until 1953, when he moved back to Alden and worked for Stoner Chrysler-Plymouth Garage until it closed. He operated the Phillips 66 Station and in the late 60's went to work for the Alden Co-op in petroleum until her retired. Roy is survived by his wife, Mary; a daughter, Sue Vanderloop of Alden; 5 grandchildren, Elizabeth Buresh of Iowa Falls, Anthony Vanderloop of Iowa Falls, Chris Reifschneider of Olathe, KS, Courtney Parrett of Temple, GA, and Jason Reifshneider of New Providence; five great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Adeline Stoples; and a daughter, Sandra Reifschneider. Dorothy Hansen, age 69 of St. Paul, MN and formerly of Ackley died on Thursday, August 21, 2008 at the Southview Health Care Center in West St. Paul, MN. Funeral services will be 10:00 A.M. Wednesday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley with burial in the East Friesland Cemetery, Ackley. Visitation will be 6-8 P.M. Tuesday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Dorothy retired from Republic Airlines and then owned and operated a Subway Restaurant for 11 years. She is survived by her husband, H. Lynn Hansen. Virgene E. Stober, age 79, of Alden, died on Thursday, August 21, 2008, at her home. Funeral services will be 2:00 P.M. Monday at the St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Alden with burial in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be 4-7 P.M. Sunday at the Surls Funeral Home in Alden. Virgene Emily Stober was born on November 5, 1928 in Hubbard, Iowa, the daughter of Emil and Linda (Schwebke) Pagel. She was united in marriage to C.F. (Bud) Stober on February 22, 1948 in Woolstock, Iowa. Virgene was a member of the St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Alden, Ladies Aid, and the Legion Auxiliary. Virgene is survived by her two sons, Steven F. Stober Young of San Antonio, TX and Will Stober of Alden; two daughters, Twyla D. McKinneyof Des Moines and Cyndy Banner of Milner, GA; 7 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; one brother, and two sisters. Virginia Georgina Carney Johnson, 96, of Iowa Falls, Iowa, died Saturday, August 9, 2008 at Birchwood Terrace Healthcare in Burlington, Vermont. Virginia moved to Vermont in 2000 after the death of her husband, Dr. Robert Johnson. Virginia was born June 10, 1912 in Alden, Iowa to John and Maude Carney. After graduation from Alden High School, Virginia attended Iowa State University and Iowa State Teachers College after which she taught school at Sergeant Bluff, Iowa. On June 13, 1936, Virginia married the love of her life, Dr. Robert Johnson. Dr. Bob and Virginia shared almost 64 years of marriage and Virginia was always proud to say that she was not a housewife, but a homemaker. In addition to her responsibilities at home, Virginia was active in Iowa Falls community activities, including the First Congregational Church, Culture Club, and PEO, of which she was an active member for more than 50 years. She was an excellent cook and eating her chocolate chip cookies and apple pies were highlights of any visit by her children. Virginia is survived by her two sons, Dr. Robert Johnson and his wife, Shirley, of Williston, VT, and William Johnson and his wife, Janet, of Altus, OK; four grand-daughters, Jennifer Muse and her husband, James, of Pittsburgh, PA; Tamara Wehrman and her husband, George, of Lyman, ME; Jacinda Johnson and her husband, Eric Leuschner, PhD, of Hays, KS; and Jodana Borden and her husband, Will, of Norman, OK; a grandson, Dr. Jeremy Johnson, and his wife, Emily, of Columbia, MO; and six great grandchildren, Anna, Henry, and Thomas Muse of Pittsburgh, PA; Elsie Wehrman of Lyman, ME; Emmaline Johnson Leuschner of Hays, KS; and Finley Johnson, of Columbia, MO. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Robert Johnson, and a sister, Aletha Wood. The family wishes to thank the staff of both The Arbors in Shelburne and Birchwood Terrace Healthcare in Burlington for the gentle care and support given over the past eight years. There will be no calling hours. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, August 31, 2008 at 2 PM at the First Congregational United Church of Christ in Iowa Falls, IA. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Iowa PEO Project Fund for women's education, in care of Dawn Gibson, 14661 Fame Ave., Colfax, IA, 50054-7668 or to the First Congregational United Church of Christ, PO Box 723, Iowa Falls, IA, 50126. Carol Heinzeroth, 75, of Alden, Iowa, passed away Sunday, August 10, 2008 at the University of Kansas Hospital. Funeral Services will be 2:00 P.M. Saturday, August 16, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Alden, Iowa, followed by burial in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be from Noon-2:00 P.M. Saturday at the Church. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions to St. Paul's Lutheran Church or charity of choice. Carol was born December 10, 1932, on a farm near Merrill, Iowa. She graduated from Westfield High School and later from St. Olaf College with a degree in Home Economics. She was a teacher, homemaker and a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ervin Heinzeroth and a son, Scott. Carol is survived by a daughter Lynne Thomson and husband Bill; son Greg Heinzeroth and wife Genail; son Todd Heinzeroth; daughter Jill Musson and husband Troy; son Joel Heinzeroth and wife Codi; sister, Coyla Andresen, and 7 grandchildren. She will be greatly missed by all who loved her. Raymond Fistler, age 85, of Ackley, died on Friday, August 8, 2008 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Funeral services are 10:30 A.M. Tuesday at St. John's U.C.C. in Ackley with burial in Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be 6-8 P.M. Monday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Raymond Clyde Fistler was born February 28, 1923 at Ackley, Iowa the son of Ferdinand and Elizabeth (Shadboldt) Fistler. He received his education at Ackley and graduated from Ackley High School. Raymond served his country in the United States Army. He married Esther Koeder at Ackley. Raymond and Esther owned and operated the Ackley Bakery for over 35 years. Raymond was a member of St. John's U.C.C., past chamber member and American Legion member for over 60 years. Survivors include one daughter, Sandra O'Connor and her husband Vince of Morse Bluff, NE.; two sons Steve Fistler and his wife Sharon and Randy Fistler and his wife Lori all of Ackley; four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; two sisters; Betty Boekhoff of Wellsburg and Dorothy Belken of Iowa Falls and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Esther; three brothers, Bernard, Donald and Harold and one sister, Velma Fistler . Marilyn Ubben, age 80, of Williams, died on Friday, August 1, 2008 at the Southfield Wellness Community in Webster City. Funeral services are10:30 A.M. Tuesday at Vernon Lutheran Church rural Dows, Iowa with burial in the Williams Cemetery. Visitation will be 5 -7 p.m. Monday at Surls Funeral Chapel in Williams. Marilyn Fern Schutt Ubben was born on February 7, 1928 on a farm near Williams, Iowa in Hamilton County, the daughter of Henry and Mabel (Heiden) Schutt. She attended the Williams #4 country school through 8th grade, the Williams High School and graduated from the Clarion High School in 1946. Marilyn then attended Ellsworth Junior College in Iowa Falls and Wartburg College in Waverly. Marilyn taught country schools and also the 4th grade in the Williams Elementary School. On December 20, 1952, Marilyn married Melvin Ubben at the Vernon Lutheran Church. In 1958 a daughter, Margaret was born. Margaret was Marilyn's shinning star. Marilyn enjoyed her role as a farmer's wife, her beautiful yard and flowers, writing letters to many friends and relatives and most of all, making 150 quilts for Missions last year. She will be missed by many. Marilyn is survived by her two brothers, Fred (Mary) Schutt and Tom (Pam) Schutt both of Williams; a sister, Sharon (Ron) Brandt of Ackley; sisters-in-law, Norma Schutt of Jefferson and Sally Schutt of Alden; a brother-in-law, Henry Huisinga of Clarion; a son-in-law, Tom Dannen of Leon; and many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her husband, Melvin in Sept. 1991; daughter, Margaret in August of 2004; her parents; a sister, Anna Huisinga; two brothers, John and William Schutt; and two nephews, Gregory and Jonathan Schutt. Rozella Legget, age 78, of Alden, died on Thursday, July 31, 2008 at the Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Monday at the St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Alden with burial in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be 2-4 P.M. Sunday at the Surls Funeral Home in Alden. Rozella Leggett was born on January 16, 1930 in Holstein, Iowa, the daughter of Carl and Myrtle (Blenner) Ehlert. Rozella graduated from the Popejoy High School in 1948 and was united in marriage to Robert Leggett on April 2, 1952 at the St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Alden. Rozella had been a church custodian for 21 years and homemaker. She was a member of the St. Paul's Lutheran Church. Rozella is survived by her two sons, Roy of Alden and Lyle and his wife, Kathy of Mankato, MN; two grandsons, Adam Leggett of Round Lake Beach, IL and Tyler Leggett and his wife, Heather of Wichita, KS.; a great-granddaughter, Addison Leggett; a twin sister, Rosa Ward of Swea City; and a nephew, Jimmy Ward of Swea City. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and a brother-in-law, John Ward. Guadalupe Elkin, age 88, of Iowa Falls died at home on Tuesday, July 29, 2008. Memorial services will be 10:00 A.M. Saturday, August 2nd at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Family will receive friends one hour before services. There will be a second Memorial service at the First Baptist Church in Stratford at 10:30 A.M. Wednesday, August 6th. Guadalupe Marie Elkin was born November 29, 1919 at Dallas, Texas the daughter of Librado and Tomasa (Mireles) Uballe-Martinez. She graduated from the Boone High School in 1939. She was united in marriage to Berkley Berglund in October of 1941 and later married Harold "Burnell" Elkin on April 28, 1991 at Boone. The couple had made their home in Iowa Falls since 2001. Survivors include her husband, Burnell; children; Rita Ann Martin of Stratford, Daniel Lee Berglund and his wife, Sherry of Bonsall, CA., Dolores Jean Kuhlman and her husband Randall, of Denison, David Alan Berglund and his wife, Maggie of Tehachapi, CA. and John Stephen Berglund and his wife, Deborah of Waukee; thirteen grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren; a brother, Lee Uballe of Des Moines and a sister, Noel Najera of La Mesa, CA. She was preceded in death by her parents, former spouse, Berkley Berglund, two brothers, Frank and Joseph Uballe and a sister Mary Richardson. Ben A. Harms, age 79, of Ackley, died on Friday, July 25, 2008 at the Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Tuesday at the First Presbyterian Church in Ackley with burial in the Oakwood Cemetery, Ackley. Visitation will be 5-8 P.M. Monday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley with family receiving friends from 6-8 P.M. Ben A. Harms was born on August 31, 1928 in Lakota, Iowa, the son of Ike and Grace (Steenhard) Harms. He graduated in 1946 from the Buffalo Center High School. Ben was united in marriage to Audrey Flessner on September 15, 1951 at the Presbyterian Church in Ackley. He had served in the U.S. Army and had farmed all of his life. He was a charter member of the Ackley Lions Club; was a Trustee and Elder at the First Presbyterian Church; and he was on the Hardin Co. Extension and Farm Bureau Boards. He enjoyed woodworking, fishing, cribbage, and bridge. Ben is survived by his wife, Audrey; a daughter, Cathy Bucklin and her husband, Bill of Marshalltown; a son, Dennis Harms and his wife, Laura of Sioux City; a daughter-in-law, Sue Harms of Iowa City; and five grandchildren, Matt, Brandon, Nick, Shanna, and Kristin. He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Howard; two sisters, Elsie Kienitz and Vera Johnson; and five brothers, Herman, George, Harry, Robert, and Richard. Lynda L. Drilling Willms, age 64 of Hampton, and formerly of Sioux City, died on Thursday, July 24, 2008 at her son's home in Hampton. Memorial services will be 10:30 A.M. Monday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley with private inurnment. There will be no visitation. Lynda L. Drilling Willms was born September 22, 1943 at Iowa Falls, Iowa the daughter of Albert and Katy Frerichs Schoeneman. She received her early education in country schools and later graduated from Iowa Falls High School. She continued her education and graduated from Ellsworth Community College and University of Northern Iowa. Lynda was united in marriage to Ed Drilling on February 3, 1966 at Elk Point, SD and after his death, she married Verlynn Willms on April 23, 1984 at Ackley, IA. She was a CD counselor for Mercy Medical Center in Sioux City for twenty years. Survivors include two sons, Steven P. Drilling of Clovis, CA. and Ken Drilling and his wife Angela of Hampton, IA. three grandchildren, Katie Drilling of Clovis, Ca. and Jakob and Madison Drilling both of Hampton; a sister, Joyce Lawton and husband Don of Iowa Falls; four brothers and sisters-in-laws, Vicki and Arlen Harken of Ackley, Vaughn and Elaine Willms of Ackley, Vince and Cathy Willms of Belmond and Van and Deb Willms of Ackley; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Vernon and Velma Willms of Ackley; and a step-son, John Drilling and his wife, Teresa of Lake View. She was preceded in death by her parents, a daughter, Annette Drilling; her two husbands, Ed Drilling on Sept. 18, 1973 and Verlynn Willms on July 1, 2002; a sister, Marcia DeVries; and a step-daughter, Cindy Drilling Richardson. Carlos D. Green, age 79, of Ackley died on Wednesday, July 23, 2008. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Saturday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley with burial in the Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be 6-8 P.M. Friday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Carlos Douglas Green was born on January 19, 1929 in Pacific Junction, Iowa, the son of Alfred and Mary (Cozad) Green. He graduated from the Pacific Junction High School. Carlos was united in marriage to LaVonne Jacqueline Schultz on December 9, 1950 in Pacific Junction. He served in the U.S. Marines and worked in shipping and receiving at the Ackley Food Processors and also had worked at Hawkeye Corrugated in Cedar Falls. Carlos enjoyed flowers, fishing, and playing cards. Carlos is survived by his daughter, Karla Calkins and her husband, Dennis of Mason City; three sisters, LaVetta Konfrst and her husband, Jim of Plattsmouth, NE, Marlene Erickson and her husband, Chuck of Kent, and Paulette Foutch and her husband, Gene of Abingdon, IL; a brother, John Green and his wife, Barb of St. Joseph, MO.; a sister-in-law, Mildred Humke of Ackley; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife; an infant daughter; and three brothers, Allen, Raymond, and an infant brother. Hunter Christian Krause, 13 of Iowa Falls, entered into eternal life with his family by his side at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital Saturday, July 19 after collapsing while playing football with his many close friends. Funeral services will be 2:00 PM Wednesday, July 23 at Bethany Lutheran Church in Iowa Falls. Friends may call 4:00 to 8:00 PM Tuesday, July 22 at the church. Internment will be at Union Cemetery in Iowa Falls. A reception will follow at Highland Golf Club. Memorial contributions in Hunters honor may be directed to the Hunter Krause Athletic Memorial Fund. Pursel-Davis Funeral Home in Marshalltown is in charge of arrangements.Online condolences may be sent to his family at vogelfuneralhomes.com. Hunter was born January 25, 1995 the son of Kent and Lori (Williams) Krause in Quincy, Illinois. He was entering the eighth grade at River Bend Middle School in Iowa Falls. Hunter was a member of First Methodist Church, Iowa Falls-Alden Jr. High Track, Football, Basketball, and North Central Strykers Soccer Club. He had been active in Little League Baseball, Student Council and the Boy Scouts of America. Hunter loved all animals. He enjoyed traveling with his parents and brother, fishing, snorkeling, and most of all hanging with his friends. Hunter will be missed by his parents Kent and Lori, brother Parker of Iowa Falls, Grandparents Edna Williams of Iowa Falls, Dallas and Lorretta Krause of Iowa Falls, Great Grandparents William and Esther Krause of Alden, Aunt Kelly Vogel of Marshalltown, Uncles Scott (Sandy) Williams of Eldora, Karlton (Joelle) Krause and Kurtis (Deanna) Krause of Iowa Falls. Hunter was also adored by his many cousins, Anthony Vogel (Stephanie) Cedar Rapids, Ariadne and Alyssa Vogel of Iowa City, Quinton Krause of Iowa Falls, Alayna Vogel of Marshalltown, Kathrine and Charles Williams of Eldora, Lane Krause, Logan Krause, Kassidy Krause, Evan Krause, Mattie Krause, Jack Krause all of Iowa Falls. In eternal life he joins his maternal Grandfather Charles Williams, Great Grandparents Frank and Jennie Retleff, Earl and Esther Willams, Fred and Pauline Lochmann, and Uncle Rick Vogel. He will always remembered by Parker as a wonderful brother and friend. Ralph Eugene Classon, 90 of Alden, Iowa passed away Saturday, July 19, 2008 at the Hubbard Care Center, Hubbard, Iowa. Funeral services for Ralph Classon will be Wednesday, July 23rd at the Methodist Church in Alden, IA, with Rev Martha Bennett officiating. A time of visitation will be from 6 pm to 8 pm Tuesday, July 22 at Surls Funeral Home, Iowa Falls, IA. Burial will be at the Alden Cemetery, Alden, Iowa. Memorials may be directed to the family c/o Craig Classon, 491 Apricot Ave, Dows, Iowa 50071. Ralph Classon was born on the family farm in Oakland Township, Franklin County near the town of Popejoy on February 20, 1918, the son of Ida Olson Classon and Clarence Classon. He attended grade school at Sunny Corner School No. 9 and graduated from Oakland Township High School of Popejoy, Iowa. He was united in marriage to Blanch McDonald on July 6, 1941. They celebrated 50 years together. To this union three children were born Donna, Diane and Craig. Ralph lived and farmed in the Dows and Popejoy area all his life with the most of it on the family farm. Ralph served on the Franklin County REC and Corn Belt Power Cooperative boards and was a member of the Dows Methodist Church and a charter member of the Popejoy Lions Club. Ralph Classon is survived by his children: Donna Arends and husband Bernard of Nevada, Iowa, Diane Classon of Racine Wisconsin, and Craig Classon and wife Cinda of Dows, Iowa, and seven grandchildren: Jeff, Dawn, Trevor, Chip, Candi, Derek and Doug, ten great grandchildren and several in-laws, cousins, nieces and nephews. Preceding Ralph in death were his wife Blanch in 1991, parents, brother Curtis Classon, sister Bessie Mulford, and great grandson, Zackery Arends. Maxine Jass, age 76, of Alden, died on Sunday, July 13, 2008 at the Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral services are10:30 a.m. Wednesday at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Alden with burial in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. Tuesday with the family present from 6:00- 8:00 p.m. at the Surls Funeral Home in Alden. Maxine Barbara Jass was born on October 2, 1931 in Iowa Falls, Iowa, the daughter of Ernest and Gladys (Christner) Laughlin. She graduated from the Iowa Falls High School in 1949 and received her AA Degree from Ellsworth Community College in 1951. She was united in marriage to Victor Jass on January 26, 1958 at the First Methodist Church in Iowa Falls. They recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. Maxine held positions at AT&T, the Iowa Falls State Bank, Jass Brothers, Riverside and St. Paul's Lutheran Church where she was an active member. She was also a member of the I-Club and Alden American Legion Auxiliary. However, the role Maxine will be most remembered for will be as Homemaker and Mother. Maxine spent all of her life taking care of those around her. Instinctively, she would be there for others to lend a hand, cook a meal, offer an ear, visit the sick or kiss a wounded knee. Joy was found around those she loved and those who loved her. She is survived by her husband, Victor; three daughters, Carol Neubauer of Iowa Falls, Susan Reilly and husband, Jeff of Houston, TX and Linda Werner and husband, Kent of Boulder, CO; a son, Joe Jass of Alden; 10 grandchildren, a former son-in-law, Barry Neubauer of Urbandale and a former daughter-in-law, Lori Klein of Alden; a brother, Mike Laughlin and wife, Laurie of Bronson; a sister, Margaret Watson of Mesa, AZ; and three sisters-in-law, Jill Fraser and husband, Don of Buckeye, Ann Jass of Marshalltown, and Margaret Block and husband, Dean of Webster City. She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Mary O'Malia; four brothers-in-law, George Watson, Ted O'Malia, Bill Jass and Harm Jass; and a sister-in-law, Doris Jass. Daryl Tibbs, age 80, of Iowa Falls, died on Friday, July 11, 2008 at the Heritage Care Center in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 1pm Tuesday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls with a 2:45 committal service at the Lincoln Township Cemetery, rural Fertile. Visitation will be 5-7pm Monday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Daryl Elvin Tibbs was born on May 30, 1928 to Lloyd and Hazel (Stuart) Tibbs at Fertile, Iowa. He graduated from the Owasa High School and served in the Korean War. He helped support the family and took care of his mother until she became ill. Daryl never married. He was a truck driver and farmer. He attended the Missionary Alliance Church in Blairsburg. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Fenton Tibbs and wife, Marie of Greensboro, NC; a brother, Lauren Tibbs of Williams and an Aunt Doris Patzer of Iowa Falls; an uncle and aunt, Fred and Irene Mitchell of Iowa Falls; and a brother in infancy. He is survived by a brother, Robert Tibbs and his wife, Frances of Madison, NC; a sister-in-law, Pauline Tibbs of Williams; 9 nieces and nephews; and 11 grandnieces and nephews. Lorene Darlene Kempthorne, 80, of Spicer, Minnesota entered into eternal rest on June 25th, 2008 after a battle with cancer. Born, Lorene D Meinberg, in Geneva, Iowa on April 13, 1928, she was the daughter of the late Rhina and Edward Fredrick Meinberg. She moved to Spicer, Minnesota in 1972, where she enjoyed her life with friends, family and community. Active in both Polka and Ballroom dance and appreciated for her outstanding knitting and crochet. Lorene had a special love for birds and especially Hummingbirds. She was preceded by her husband Gerald C. Kempthorne, October, 1980, and a brother Lavern Meinberg. She will forever be remembered by her family, her son Bradley Kempthorne and fiancé Heidy Rodriquez, of Parkland, Florida, Grandson, Jason Kempthorne and fiancé Amanda Bachman, of Montrose, Minnesota, Granddaughter Jennifer and husband Nicholas Wolfe of Buffalo, Minnesota and Great Granddaughter Hailey Wolfe and nieces and nephew. Funeral services with visitation to celebrate the life of Lorene will be held on Saturday, July 12, 2008, from 10:00 - 11:30 AM at Surls Funeral Home, 505 Stevens Street, Iowa Falls, Iowa, 50126, (641) 648-9554 and burial to follow at North Lawn Cemetery, Iowa Falls, Iowa. Emma Harken, age 87 of Ackley, died on Saturday, July 5, 2008 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Tuesday at the United Methodist Church in Ackley with burial in the Oakwood Cemetery, Ackley. Visitation will be 4-8 P.M. Monday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Tako Sr and Reka Miller Ubben welcomed Emma and her twin brother Elmer October 10, 1920. They were born on the family farm in rural Dumont. Elmer died of Cholera when still an infant. Emma married Kenneth Harken on September 6, 1941 and four sons were born to this union. Kenneth died on October 21, 1962 She left to mourn her passing, her four sons and their wives: Gary and Sharon of Ackley, Duane and Roberta of Pleasantville, Arlen and Vicki of Ackley, and Gaylen and June of Liberty, MO; 10 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; 2 great great grandchildren; three sister-in-laws, Grayce Ubben of Aplington, Evelyn (Bill) Keninger of Ackley, and Merna (Gordon) Sietsema of Hampton. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and eleven brothers, Claus, Henry T., John, Fred, Theo, Harm, Louie, Hieko, Elmer, Harry, and Tako; and a sister, Susie Harms. Many nieces, nephews, and friends remain. Richard L. Rose, age 90, of Iowa Falls, died on Friday, July 4, 2008 at the Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 11:00 A.M. Tuesday at the United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls with a 2:30 P.M. graveside service at the Crystal Township Cemetery, in Crystal Lake. There will be a reception held at the Crystal Lake Methodist Church following the graveside services.Visitation will be 6-8 P.M. Monday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Richard LeRoy Rose was born June 14, 1918 at Crystal Lake, Iowa the son of Harry and Esta Tembey Rose. He received his education at Crystal Lake and graduated from Crystal Lake High School with the class of 1936. Richard served his country in the U.S. Army. He married Myrtle White, May 18, 1949 at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, IA. They made their home in Iowa Falls where Richard owned and operated the Rose Shell Service Station until his retirement in 1986. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Hyman-Peavy American Legion Post # 188, UCT, Meadow Hills Golf Course, and was a 62 year member of the Iowa Falls Elks Club B.P.O.E. Lodge #1674. Richard enjoyed golf, cards and pool in his free time. He is survived by his wife, Myrtle of Iowa Falls, son, Douglas Rose and his wife, Anne of Waterloo, a daughter, Mary E. Miller and her husband, Meredith of Marshalltown; granddaughters, Liz Fogle and husband, Ben of Urbandale and Christi Lowry and husband, Nate of West Des Moines; three great grandchildren, Landen and Garrett Fogle and Morgan Rose Lowry; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Robert and Joanne White of Ventura and sister-in-law, Darlene Rose of Tucson, AZ. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother and two sisters. Marvin R. Richtsmeier, age 67 of Ackley, was found at his home on Sunday, June 15, 2008. Funeral services will be 1:00 P.M. Wednesday at the St. John's United Church of Christ in Ackley with burial in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery, rural Ackley. Visitation will be 4-8 P.M. Tuesday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley with family receiving friends from 6-8 P.M. Full Military Rites by the Elliott-Keninger American Legion Post #252 Marvin Roy Richtsmeier was born on October 7, 1940 in Iowa Falls, the son of Roy and Clara (Steinfeldt) Richtsmeier. He graduated from the Ackley High School in 1958. He had farmed all of his life. He was a member of the National Guard, N.R.A., Elliott-Keninger American Legion Post #252 and previous member of the St. John's United Church of Christ. Marvin is survived by his son, Derek Richtsmeier and his wife, Jen of Wellsburg; a daughter, Dorann Richtsmeier and her special friend, Alex Norman of Des Moines; two grandchildren, Cole and Erin Richtsmeier; a sister, Joan Struck and her husband, Darrell of Ackley; a nephew, Jay Struck of Ackley; and an aunt, Avis Steinfeldt of Eldora. He was preceded in death by his parents. Amos Keck, age 74, of Iowa Falls died on Sunday, June 15, 2008 at the Iowa Veterans Home in Marshalltown . Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Wednesday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls with burial in the Friends Cemetery, Iowa Falls. Visitation will be 6-8 P.M. Tuesday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Full Military Rites provided by the Hyman-Peavey American Legion Post #188 of Iowa Falls. Amos Keck was born on November 15, 1933, the son of James and Bertha (Douglas) Keck. He attended school in Arkansas and was a member of the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Amos was united in marriage to Frances Kay Mauderer on December 12, 1966. He had been a truck driver. Amos is survived by his daughter, Linda Brannick and her husband, David of Bradford; two sons, John Keck of Rockford and James Keck of Mason City; an adopted son, Norman Lehmann and his wife, Colleen of Orange City; and five grandchildren Cory, Justin, LaTasha, Taten, and Rainey. He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife. Mary E. Owens, age 89, of Iowa Falls and Des Moines, died on Sunday, June 8, 2008 at the Heritage Care Center in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 3:00 P.M. Wednesday at the United Methodist Church in Alden with burial in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be 2 hours prior to services on Wednesday at the church. Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls is in charge of arrangements. Mary was born on October 6, 1918 in Franklin County, Iowa, growing up in the Alden area. She graduated from Alden High School in 1936. She was a teacher, attending Iowa Falls Teachers College and Drake University, attaining a masters degree. She taught most of her career in the Des Moines school system. Like all great teachers, education was a calling for her. She was preceded in death by her brother Alvin Smith, mother Emma Smith, father Earl Smith, and husband David. She is survived by her cousin Lois Haaland, her niece Susan Westerdahl, her nephews Craig Smith and Steven Smith, and their families. Mary enjoyed her cats, bird watching, the outdoors, sports and politics. Condolences may be left at www.surls.com or sent to Susan Westerdahl at 5607 Oliver Ave. S., Minneapolis, Minnesota 55419. Claus Prins, age 88, of Ackley, died on Sunday, June 1, 2008 at his home. Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Saturday, June 7th at the United Methodist Church in Ackley with burial in the Hazelgreen Cemetery, rural Ackley. Visitation will be 5-7 PM Friday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Memorials may be directed to the Ackley Veterans Memorial, PO Box 122, Ackley, Iowa, 50601. Claus was born on March 19, 1920 in Bellingwolde, Holland to Elzo and Harmke (Hartog) Prins. He immigrated to the United States as a toddler. He attended Country School at South Prairie Hill and Robertson. He lived with his family on various farms in Hardin and Franklin counties during his youth. Claus was drafted and later inducted into the Army on January 7, 1942 and became a naturalized U.S. citizen at that time. He served in the Pacific Theater with the First Cavalry Division 43rd Quartermaster Company until October 23, 1945. He was on a ship in the Bay of Tokyo the day the peace accord with Japan was signed. Upon returning home from the service, he started farming with his father near Macy. He continued farming after his father's death. Claus retired to Ackley in 1981. Claus enjoyed a good game of cards, socializing with friends and a slow drive through the town and country. When he was younger, he also traveled to many parts of the United States. Claus was preceded in death by his parents; his sisters, Metje Prins and Mattie Struthoff; his brother, Peter Prins; a nephew, Calvin Prins; great-nephew, Andy Prins and many close friends. He is survived by his nephews, John Prins of Iowa Falls, Marvin (Sue) Prins of Ames and nieces, Donna Mae (Everette) Kromminga of Greene and Marjean (Jeff) Clemons of Ackley, a niece-in-law, Sandy Prins of Phoenix, AZ; step-nieces and step-nephews, great nieces and nephews, cousins, and friends. Harold F. Heinz, age 82, of Ackley, died on Thursday, May 29, 2008 at the Scenic Manor Nursing Home in Iowa Falls. Funeral services are 11:00 a.m. Tuesday at St. John's U.C.C. in Ackley with private burial at Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Monday at the Sietsema Funeral Home of Ackley. A memorial has been established to the Ministerial Association of Parkersburg, Iowa. Harold Fredrick Heinz was born on February 5, 1926 in Iowa Falls, Iowa, the son of Fredrick and Elizabeth (Sailer) Heinz. He graduated from the Ackley High School in 1943 and was united in marriage to Mary Jane Harrington on October 2, 1949 in Ackley, Iowa. Harold had been a farmer all of his life. He was a member of the St. John's United Church of Christ, was on the St. John's UCC Board and Farmers Co-op Board, and was a Drainage District Trustee. Harold is survived by his wife, Mary Jane of Ackley; two sons, Thomas (Tom) and his wife, Brenda of Ackley and Mark and his wife, Patricia of Ackley; a daughter, Judith (Judy) Crawford and her husband, Rolland of Iowa Falls; eight grandchildren, Stacy Mills and her husband, Dan of Phoenix, AZ, Margaret (Maggie) Malm and her husband, Jon of Baltimore, MD, Thomas J. Heinz of Ft. Dodge, Elizabeth (Libby) Heinz of Ackley, Joshua Crawford of Clear Lake, Nathan Crawford of Clear Lake, Madison Heinz of Ackley, and Meghan Heinz of Ackley; three great-grandchildren, Ben, Jack, and Sam Mills of Phoenix, AZ; and a sister, Lois Jean Meyer of Lake Forest, IL. He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Bobby Heinz; and a sister, Joan. Hazel Marcella Richtsmeier age 86, of Ackley, died on Tuesday at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Services will be 10:30 A.M. Saturday at the St. Mary's Catholic Church in Ackley with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be 4-8 P.M. Friday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley with a 6:30 P.M. Scripture Service. Memorials may be directed to the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Hazel Marcella Richtsmeier was born on August 22, 1921, the daughter of Martin "Frank" and Marie (Anders) Ellefson. She graduated from the Geneva High School. On December 9, 1943 she was united in marriage to Maurice Richtsmeier in Ackley, Iowa. She was a member of the St. Mary's Catholic Church in Ackley. Hazel is survived by her two sons, Michael and his wife, Carol of Bemidji, MN and Donald and his wife, Linda of Ackley; three daughters, Mary Dellwo and her husband, Bruce of Rosemount, MN, Ruth Schneider and her husband, Wayne of Jesup, and Rita Julius and her husband, Doug of West Bloomfield, MI; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and a daughter-in-law, Francie Richtsmeier of Coon Rapids, MN. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Maurice; a daughter, Mary Kathryn; two sons, Steven and John; a daughter-in-law, Marty; and a brother, Harold "Curly" Ellefson. Rena Boyenga, age 95, of Ackley, died on Monday, May 19, 2008 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Thursday at the Washington Reformed Church, Ackley with burial in the First Reformed Cemetery, Everly, Iowa. Visitation will be one hour before services at the church on Thursday. Sietsema Funeral Home of Ackley is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be directed to the Washington Reformed Church of Ackley. Rena Boyenga was born on March 9, 1913 in Fostoria, Iowa, the daughter of Louie and Hattie (Bleeker) Boyenga. She graduated from the Okoboji High School. Rena was a homemaker and had been a member of the Washington Reformed Church at Ackley. Rena is survived by her two nieces, Sharon Born and her husband, John of West Des Moines and Sue Grimm of Arlington Heights, IL; two great-nephews, Mike Born and his wife, Vicki of Portland, OR and Jeff Grimm of Oak Park, IL; five great-nieces, Kelley Hovelsrud and her husband, Jerry of Unadilla, NE, Kris Obia and her husband, Charles of West Des Moines, Julie Pinks and her husband, Kyren of Des Moines, Wendy Milligan and her husband, Jim of Palatine, IL, and Laura Grimm of Mt. Prospect, IL; 8 great-great-nephews, Jake, Evan, Easton, Bowen, Jaren, Sawyer, Redek, and Isaiah; and 4 great-great-nieces, Amron, Larkin, Elleigh, and Emma. She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Anne Oltrogge. Special thanks to Anna Mae Diemer of Ackley, Rena's neighbor and a great help to her over the past few years. Mildred L. Wulkau, age 94, of Williams, died on Monday, May 19, 2008 at the Heritage Care Center in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Friday at the United Methodist Church in Williams with burial in the Williams Cemetery. Visitation will be 5-8 PM Thursday at the Surls Funeral Chapel in Williams. Memorials may be directed to the City of Williams Park Shelter, Williams United Methodist Church, or the City of Alden Humane Society. Mildred Laura Wulkau was born on September 18, 1913, the daughter of L.J.S. (Larry) and Etta (Nicholson) Cheyne. She graduated from the Williams High School in 1930. On October 1, 1940 she was united in marriage to George C. Wulkau at the Little Brown Church in Nashua. Mildred had been a past Post Master at the U.S. Post Office. She was a member of the United Methodist Church in Williams; American Legion Auxiliary; and the American Postal Workers. Mildred is survived by her daughter, Linda Halsne and her husband, Dennis of Slater; a son, Larry Wulkau of Williams; a grandson, Kenton Halsne and his wife, Kris of Huxley; a granddaughter, Susan Elsberry and her husband, Matt of Johnston; five great-grandchildren, Rylee Cahill, Regen and Renna Halsne, and Ava and Lauren Elsberry; a sister-in-law, Mrs. Carl (Mary) Wulkau of Carson City, NV; and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, George in 1968; a brother, Donald S. Cheyne; a sister, Grace Jean Storm; and an infant granddaughter, Nancy Kay Halsne. Dorothy Hazel Madden, age 93 of Iowa Falls, died on Monday, May 12, 2008 at the Scenic Manor in Iowa Falls. Funeral services are 11:00 a.m. Thursday at the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the Union Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to services at the church. Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls is in charge of arrangements. Dorothy Hazel Madden was born August 14, 1914 at Iowa Falls, Iowa the daughter of William and Lulu Collier Ellison. She received her education in the local rural schools. She was united in marriage to Carroll Madden on March 24, 1934 at Webster City, Iowa. Dorothy kept busy as a farm hand, dish washer and baby sitter. Dorothy was a member of the First United Methodist Church, U.M.W., Prairie View Club, Tuesday Pals, Sunset Trimmers and Seniors United. She is survived by her daughter Jessie Birchard and husband Everett of Lake City, FL.; son-in-law, Bill Godsell of Iowa Falls; four grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and three great great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, a son in infancy, two sisters, one brother, her husband, Carroll and a daughter, Geraldine Godsell. Paul Humke, age 92, of Ackley, died on Sunday, May 11, 2008 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Funeral services are 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 17th at the First Presbyterian Church in Ackley with burial in Oakwood Cemetery. Visitaton will be 6 - 8 p.m. Friday May 16th at Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Paul Frederick Humke was born May 25, 1915 at Ackley, Iowa the son of Charles F. and Amanda (Ukro) Humke. He received his education in local schools and graduated from Ackley High School. He married Mildred Faye Schultz February 19, 1941 at Tama, Iowa. The couple made their home in rural Ackley. Paul was a lifetime farmer as well as a school bus driver for Ackley School's for 25 years. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Ackley. Survivors include his wife of over 67 years, Mildred of Ackley; three daughters, Pauline Hardman and husband Ron of Ackley, Charlene Beichley and husband Darwin of Waukee and Marlene Nichless and husband Hal of New Hope, MN.; grandsons, Shannon and Brandon Hardman of Ackley, Jason Beichley and wife Kaci of Olathe, KS. and Kevin Beichley of Ames. He was preceded in death by his parents, Amanda and Charles F. Humke and a grandson Aaron Beichley. Jenniemae Francis, age 88, of Ackley, died on Thursday, May 1, 2008 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Funeral services are 10:30 a.m. Monday at St. John's U.C.C. in Ackley with burial in Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be 2 - 5 p.m. Sunday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Jenniemae Francis was born on November 3, 1919 in Faulkner, Iowa, the daughter of Guy and Johanna (Freese) Francis. She received her early education at Grinnell, Brooklyn and Kellogg. She graduated from the Kellogg High School in 1937 and Grinnell College in 1941. She worked as a Chief Telephone Operator in Bondurant for 19 years, as a File Clerk and Data Processor at Grinnell College for 23 years, and then worked in Ackley. Jenniemae was a member of the St. John's United Church of Christ and the Willing Workers. She is survived by her many cousins, nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews. She was preceded in death by her adopted parents; biological parents, Roger Rotgers and Jana Freese Rotgers; brothers, John Rotgers, Rudolph Rotgers, Robert Rotgers, and Harry Rotgers; and two sisters, Tena Noble and Caroline Carrie Armstrong. Wanda S. Chaplin, age 74 of Iowa Falls, died on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at the Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Saturday at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Iowa Falls with burial in Northlawn Memory Gardens. Visitation is 4 - 8 P.M. Friday with family receiving friends from 6 - 8 P.M. at Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Wanda Sophia Chaplin was born on May 7, 1933 in Iowa Falls, Iowa, the daughter of Henry and Mae (Stevens ) Schade. She attended Iowa Falls Schools. Wanda was united in marriage to Keith Chaplin on Februry 14, 1950 in Iowa Falls. She had retired from being a Nurses Aide at the hospital and nursing homes. She was a member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church, American Legion Auxiliary and the East Side Ladies. Wanda is survived by her two sons, Felton Chaplin and his wife, Del Marie of Iowa Falls and Craig Chaplin of Iowa Falls; a daughter, Kimberly Mann and her husband, Randall of Mason City; 10 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; many special people who called her "Grandma"; a sister, Marie Berges of Washington, MO; and many extended family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Keith; a daughter, June Garwick; a brother, Steven Schade; and a brother in law, Berkley Berges. Colleen Tjaden, age 66, of Iowa Falls, died on Monday, April 21, 2008 at the Scenic Manor Nursing Home in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 11:00 A.M. Thursday at the St. Mark's Catholic Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be 4-8 P.M. Wednesday at the St. Mark's Catholic Church with a 7:00 P.M. Vigil Service. The Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls is in charge of arrangements. Colleen Margaret Tjaden was born on July 22, 1941, the daughter of Clifford and Mercedes (Reinbold) Uhl. She graduated from the Schleswig High School. On June 24, 1972 Colleen was united in marriage to John "Jack" Tjaden in Iowa Falls. Colleen worked for Northwestern Bell, US West and Qwest, retiring after many years as an operator, supervisor and group manager. She was a member of the St. Mark's Catholic Church, American Legion Auxiliary, Telephone Pioneers, and Edgewood. Colleen is survived by her husband, John "Jack" Tjaden; two daughters, Jacqueline Rieks and her husband, Don of Des Moines and Patricia Reece and her husband, Richard of Westerville, OH; a son, Ronald Tjaden and his wife, Stephanie of Mason City; four grandchildren; one great-grandchild; three sisters, Elaine Collins of Mapleton, LaVonne Friedrichsen of Mapleton, and Sharon Juelfs of Cushing; and three sisters-in-law, Lisa Hanson Uhl of Dougleston, NY, Judy Uhl Husted of Glendora, CA, and Mary Uhl of Oto. She was preceded in death by her parents; four brothers, Robert, Kenneth, Clifford and Alan Uhl; and a sister, Joan Glassel. Phyllis LaVon Russell, age 79 of Hampton, died on Thursday, April 17, 2008 at Hampton Health Care Center in Hampton. Graveside service and burial will be 1:00 p.m. Monday at the Evergreen Cemetery in Red Oak, Iowa. Visitation will be 2 - 4 p.m. Sunday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Phyllis LaVon Russell was born August 25, 1928 at Tracy, Iowa the daughter of William and Mary (Scott) Winegardner. She received her education in Des Moines and graduated from Des Moines East High School. She married Austin Russell, Jr. April 22, 1950 at Des Moines. Phyllis was the Executive Secretary to the editor of Better Homes and Gardens. She was a former member of the Waukee Christian Church. Phyllis will be remembered most for being a gracious wife, mother and grandmother who truly enjoyed her family. She is survived by her daughter, Mrs. Paula Cox and her husband John of Alden; one granddaughter, Monique Hall and her loving partner, Jay Vogel and children, David, Jewelle and Haylee all of Alden. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, son, Brandt, one sister and two brothers. Everett LaVerne Steven Griffin, age 80, of Ackley, died on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Memorial services will be 2:00 P.M. Saturday, April 26th at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley with full military rites by Elliot - Keninger post #252 of the American Legion. A memorial has been established to the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Everett (Steve) Griffin was born December 21, 1927 at Charles City, Iowa the son of Edward and Florence (Hanson) Griffin. He received his education at Immaculate Conception Catholic School and graduated high school there. He served his country in WW II with the U.S. Army and later with the Merchant Marines. Everett was a drill press operator with John Deere in Moline, IL. for 15 years when his strokes forced him into retirement. He was a member of the American Legion. Survivors include his children, Vickie Kondora and her husband Terry of Ackley, Diane Hasley and her husband Bob of Simi Valley, CA., Jennifer Rudnitzki and her husband Norm of McGregor, IA. , Duane Griffin of Bellevue, WA. , Doug Griffin of Charles City, IA. , Peggy Wells of Manly, IA., Eric Griffin of Florida and Andrew Griffin of Charles City, IA.; 10 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren and 2 great great-grandchildren; three sisters, Arlene Lynes of Lansing, IA., Phyllis Bluhm and husband Roger of Waverly, IA. and Margaret Schwickerath of Charles City, IA.; one brother, Jesse Griffin and his wife Terri of Charles City, IA. He was preceded in death by his parents and four brothers. Carlene Joan Harty Steding, age 73, of Iowa Falls, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, April 4, 2008 at Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames. Funeral services will be 10:00 A.M. Tuesday at St. Peter's United Church of Christ, rural Geneva with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be 5-8 P.M. Monday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Carlene was born on November 26, 1934 in Franklin County, Iowa, the daughter of Aeilt and Dena (Brower) Duit. She graduated from the Geneva High School, Ellsworth Community College and the Univ. of Northern Iowa. She was united in marriage to James Harty on December 15, 1956 at St. Peter's U.C.C. rural Geneva. After his death, she married Larry Steding on January 14, 2007 at St. Peter's U.C.C. Carlene had been a teacher with the Alden Community School District, retiring in 1993. She was a member of St. Peter's UCC serving in various capacities, Pleasant Hill Cemetery Society, Ellsworth Hospital Auxiliary, and Delta Kappa Gamma. Carlene is survived by her husband, Larry Steding of Iowa Falls; two daughters, Vicky Beer and her husband, Gary of Boone and Becky Koenen and her husband, Darrell of Aplington; three grandsons, Colin Askelsen of Boone, Gregory Koenen of Aplington, and Thomas Koenen of Aplington; a granddaughter, Nicole Beer of Boone; three brothers, Duane Duit and his wife, Marge of Nevada, Virgil Duit and his wife, Audrey of Slater, Calvin Duit of Clear Lake; and two sisters, Norma Burman and her husband, Keith of Aplington and Lavonna Meyer and her husband, Marlan of Hampton; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and first husband, James Harty. Maurice LeRoy Andrews ,87 of Ames died Tuesday at Riverside Manor in Ames. Graveside Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday at the Union Cemetery in Iowa Falls. Maurice LeRoy Andrews was born December 28, 1920 in Lee Township, Franklin County, Iowa the son of George and Delight (Bump) Andrews. He received his education at rural Lee Township and graduated from Iowa Falls High School. He continued his education graduating from Ellsworth Community College and Iowa State University with a degree in Chemical Engineering. Maurice served his country in the United States Army. Maurice was a personal caregiver. He was a member of the United Methodist Church, life time member of American Legion and was an avid stamp collector. Survivors include his two sisters, Bonnie Smit of Steamboat Rock, IA. and Beatrice Marie Fraser of Chowchilla, CA. He was preceded in death by his parents and cousins. Robert (Sammy) Shaner, 84 of Iowa Falls died on Wednesday, March 26, 2008 at the Heritage Care Center in Iowa Falls. Private family services will be held at a later date. Robert (Sammy) Shaner was born October 18, 1923 at Robertson, Iowa the son of Floyd and Ellen Shaner. He married Helen Shumaker October 13, 1949 at Iowa Falls. Robert owned and operated Smal-Fry Children's Store in Iowa Falls. He was a member of the First Congregational U.C.C. in Iowa Falls.Survivors include his son, Kerry of of Cedar Rapids and daughter, Janine Shaner of Iowa Falls. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife and three sisters. Gladys Hartkopp, age 83, of Iowa Falls, died on Monday, March 17, 2008 at the Scenic Manor in Iowa Falls. Funeral services are 1:00 p.m. Thursday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls with burial in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery rural Iowa Falls. Visitation will be 5 - 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Gladys Pearl Hartkopp was born October 16, 1924 at Hampton, Iowa the daughter of Ray and Watchie Schoon Diemer. She married Ernest Hartkopp November 29, 1941 at Bethany, Missouri. Gladys was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls and a lifelong Hardin County resident. Survivors include her husband, Ernest, children, Charles Hartkopp and his wife Bonnie of Geneva, Ronald Hartkopp and his wife Laura of Iowa Falls, Marlene Merklin and her husband Bill Gross of Clear Lake; ten grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; two brothers, Dallas Diemer and his wife Pat of Iowa Falls and Wallace Diemer and his wife Sharon of Hampton, Iowa; she was preceded in death by a son, Darwin and nine brothers and sisters. Raymond Homan, age 90, of Ackley, died on Saturday, March 8, 2008 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Wednesday at the St. John's United Church of Christ in Ackley with burial in the Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be from 2-4 P.M. Tuesday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. On January 11, 1918, twin boys arrived in the Butler co. farm home of Frank and Margaret Puls Homan. They were named Raymond and Roy, and grew up with a sister, Helen. Ray had a typical childhood on the family far, learning that the work everyone did was of vital importance to the operation. He was educated from 8th grade in country school and recalled how cold the schoolhouse was until the stove could make it comfortable and the work it took to see there were supplies to fuel the stove. Part of the WWII generation, Ray served his country in the Field Artillery of the Army's 61st Cavalry. His unit suffered heavy losses in action in the Philippine's as they landed on beaches defended by the entrenched Japanese, some of whom fired on the Allied forces from positions in the trees to which they had tied themselves. Ray was on of the lucky survivors who served in that part of the word, but he did suffer a bout of malaria. After his discharge, Ray helped on the farm for awhile, then went to work in Ackley for Artis Hatchery for a time before beginning a long period of employment as a custodian the Ackley Elementary School. Ray met and dated Lucile Sessler of Ackley, and they were married on August 6, 1946. They bought and lived in a house on the corner of First Ave. and State St. in Ackley for many years. It was conveniently located to the library, the school where Ray worked, their church, the post office and downtown. They raised one child, a son, John. The Homans took pride in the upkeep of their house and small yard, enjoyed having some flowers and for a time kept a few chickens in a vacant lot next door. For many years, Ray was part of a successful bowling team, and those trophies remain some of his prized possessions. One of his best games was a 247, and he had the thrill of picking up the 7-10 split. He and Lucile both loved to go for drives and had the pleasure of car trips to visit John in Tennessee and to the Amana Colonies Ray like to do woodworking projects, and in retirement enjoyed being part of an early morning card group who met uptown. Ray joined Lucile as a resident of the Village in April 2005. Ray attended St. John's UCC in Ackley and has been a proud member of the American Legion since 1946. His remaining family is small. He is survived by a son, John, and his wife, Cindy Homan, who live in Nashville, TN; a sister, Helen Bergman of Ackley; a sister-in-law, Sophia Homan, who passed away on Monday morning, March 10th; nephews and nieces, Merlyn Cordes of Des Moines, Linda and Larry Epeley of Polk City, Gail and Doyle Osburn of Polk City, Joe and Kay Bergman of Cedar Falls, Cindy and Keith Balvanz of Wellsburg, Deb and Ron Kuhfus of Iowa Falls, Jim and Donna Bergman of Ames, and Mary Braga of Ankeny. He has no other living siblings, and they have no grandchildren. Freda Emma Winter, age 94, of Iowa Falls, died on Tuesday, March 4, 2008 at the Heritage Care Center in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Saturday at the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the Union Cemetery. Visitation will be 5-7 P.M. Friday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Freda was born on February 10, 1914 in Iowa Falls, Iowa, the daughter of Fred and Mollie (Gnade) Meyer. She graduated from the Iowa Falls High School in 1932 and attended Gregg's Business School in Chicago. Freda was united in marriage to Edgar Winter on November 29, 1941 in Chicago, IL. She had been a secretary at Continental Music Co., an Executive Secretary with Rustoleum and then worked part time for Marshall Fields, all in Chicago.After being a resident of Evanston, Il for 50 years, she moved back to Iowa Falls. She had been a member of the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls, United Methodist Women, Sarah Circle, Rustoleum Royal Scot, card clubs, the Hospital Auxiliary, and the Senior Center. Freda is survived by her four sisters, Mildred Poland of Kewanee, Il, Wilma Wulke of Marshalltown, Arlene Smit of Iowa Falls, and Marilyn Furman and her husband, Dean of Bradford; a brother, Leonard Meyer and his wife, Annabel of Iowa Falls; a brother-in-law, Jim Winter (Margaret) of Johnston; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Edgar; two brothers, Henry Meyer and Lewis in infancy; and three sisters, Dorothy Bach, Maxine Barton and Irene Meyer. Dorothy D. Trampel, age 87, of Rolfe, Iowa and formerly of Williams died on Sunday, March 2, 2008 at the Rolfe Care Center. Funeral services will be 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, March 5, 2008 at the Williams United Methodist Church. Visitation will be Tuesday evening from 4-8 P.M. at the Surls Funeral Chapel in Williams. Dorothy is survived by her children, Karen (Fred) Lee of Otho, Larry Trampel of Okalahoma City, OK, Pamela (Robert) Allen of Gilmore City, and Allen (Sue) Trampel of Cedar Rapids; 5 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; 2 step-great-grandchildren; 2 brothers, Vernon (Arlene) Kinsinger of Grundy Center, and George (Mary) Kinsinger of Camdenton, MO. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, J. Andrew Trampel in March 1990; and 2 brothers, Wayne Kinsinger of Grundy Center and Marlyn Kinsinger of Ames. Dorothy Kinsinger, the daughter of William A. and Mary Ann (Sherbon) Kinsinger was born February 7, 1921 at Grundy Center, Iowa. As a teenager, she moved with family to Williams. On October 11, 1941, she was united in marriage to J. Andrew Trampel at Kamrar, Iowa. They made their home on a farm near Williams. They moved into town in 1975. Andy passed away March 7, 1990. Dorothy continued to live in Williams and worked at the Boondocks at I35 and Hwy 20 for 37 years as a waitress. In 2004 she moved to Arlington Place in Pocahontas, Iowa, then in 2007 she moved to the Rolfe Care Center. Ellsworth G. Helm, age 91, of Popejoy, died on Thursday, February 28, 2008 at the Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Monday at the United Methodist Church in Popejoy with burial in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be 4-6 P.M. Sunday at the Surls Funeral Home in Alden. Full Military Rites by the Dows American Legion Post #523. Ellsworth George Helm was born on June 26, 1916 in Plymouth, Iowa, the son of C. Almond and Tilla (Rossum) Helm. He graduated from the Plymouth High School and was in the Air Corps from 1942-45. Ellsworth was united in marriage to Mary Elizabeth Keeney on August 23, 1941 in Plymouth, and later to Eva Bridges on April 13, 1951 in Dows. He was co-owner of Ackerman's Inc. Ellsworth was a member of the Dows American Legion Post #523 and the Popejoy United Methodist Church. Ellsworth is survived by his two daughters, Carol Vanderloop and her husband, Tom of Alden and Becky Kalous and her husband, Carroll of Alden; 10 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; daughter-in-law, Fonda Hickethier of Alden and son-in-law, Roger Deike of Mason City. He was preceded in death by his parents; two wives; a son, Marlyn Hickethier; a daughter, Cheryl Deike; an infant child; and infant twin granddaughters. Avonelle E. Surls, age 82, of Alden, died on Thursday, February 21, 2008 at the Hampton Health Care Center in Hampton. Funeral services are 2 :00 P.M. Monday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls with burial in the Union Cemetery. Visitation will be 2 - 4 P.M. Sunday at theSurls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Avonelle E. Surls was born August 1, 1925 at Iowa Falls, Iowa the daughter of August and Sophie Hubrecht Meyer. She received her education in Iowa Falls and graduated from Iowa Falls High School in 1943. She married Wayne Surls February 12, 1946. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls and Royal Neighbors. Avonelle retired from Weaver Construction Company where she had been a book keeper. Survivors include her husband, Wayne of Alden; son, Russell Surls of Iowa City; three grandchildren, Chris Surls of Mount Vernon, Daniel Surls of Des Moines and Rebekah Clark of Iowa City; one great-grandson Joshua Clark of Iowa City and a brother, Marvin Meyer of Iowa Falls. She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Donald and Lawrence Lorrie Ann Knoll age 42 of West Des Moines and formerly of Ackley, died on Monday, February 18th, 2008 at the Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines. Memorial services and visitation will be 6-8 PM Thursday at the United Methodist Church in Ackley with inurnment in the Hazel Green Cemetery, Ackley. Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley is in charge of arrangements. Hyla Ann (Severson) Harms passed away on February 6, 2008 at the age of 98 years and four days. Funeral services will be 2:00 P.M. Saturday at the United Methodist Church in Alden with burial in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be 2 hours prior to services at the church on Saturday. Surls Funeral Home of Iowa Falls is in charge of arrangements. Hyla was born on February 2, 1910 in Radcliffe, Iowa to Nels and Ethel (Mason) Severson. She was one of eight children. Hyla graduated from the Radcliffe High School and taught several years in country schools in Hamilton and Hardin counties. She later worked in Chicago as a governess and at the World's Fair in 1933 she met Rudolph J. Harms of Alden. They were married March 21, 1936 and they farmed near Alden for many years. Hyla was a loving wife and mother and was active in the Alden Methodist Church, The Order of Easter Star, Rainbow Girls, 4-H and many other community activities. She and Rudy retired to a home in Alden and spent many winters in Weslaco, Texas. Hyla later moved to the Scenic Living Communities in Iowa Falls where she had been a resident for 9 years. Hyla is survived by three children; Everett (Ann) Harms of Alden, Dr. Dean (Mary) Harms of Ames and Ann (Dr. Richard) Gamble of Spirit Lake and the Villages, FL; 7 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, in 1986, an infant daughter, and her sisters and brothers. Memorials may be directed to the Alden Methodist Church. Betty Lou (Lauterbach) O'Brien, age, 78 of Ackley, died on Tuesday, February 5, 2008 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Services will be 10:30 A.M. Saturday at the St. Mary's Catholic Church in Ackley with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be 4-7 P.M. Friday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley with a 7 P.M. Vigil Service. Betty was born in Iowa Falls, Iowa on September 2, 1929 the daughter of Martin and Nell Lauterbach. Betty graduated from Iowa Falls High School and Ellsworth college and later married Phillip J. O'Brien of Geneva, Iowa on April 19, 1952. Betty was employed as a grade school teacher in Geneva, Iowa and Aplington, Iowa. Betty later worked at the Hampton nursing home in Hampton, Iowa. Betty was an active quilter and an excellent seamstress and belonged to a local group. Betty volunteered at the Ackley Public Library and was active in the Childrens reading program. Betty enjoyed playing cards, watching her grandchildren participate in athletics and was an excellent cook. Betty attended St. Mary's church in Ackley and taught religious education in her younger days. Betty enjoyed reading, gardening and was active in the Ackley women's club. Betty is survived by four children Jeanette Cole (Ken) of Pinole California, Scott O'Brien (Marilyn) of Geneva, Iowa; Fr. Steven O'Brien of Indianapolis, Indiana and Stuart Jeffrey O'Brien (Lisa) of Ely, Iowa. She is also survived by a brother Richard Lauterbach of Iowa Falls and sister Ruth Fahden of Tucson, Arizona. Betty treasured her grandchildren Bailey, Hannah and Aislyn Cole of Pinole, CA; Meredith, Darren & Sybil O'Brien of Geneva, Iowa; and Delaney and Devin O'Brien of Ely. Betty was preceded in death by her husband Phillip, her parents, her brother Lewis Lauterbach and her sister Harriet Hackbarth. Alta Mae McFarland, age 85, of Blairsburg, died on Friday, January 25, 2008 at the Heritage Care Center in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Monday at the Missionary Alliance Church in Blairsburg with burial in the Saratoga Cemetery, rural Webster City. Visitation will be 2-5 P.M. Sunday at the Surls Funeral Chapel in Williams. Alta Mae McFarland was born on February 2, 1922 in Hewitt, Minnesota, the daughter of Bernard and Susan (Hubbard) Irons. She attended country school in Minnesota. On June 26, 1938 Alta was married to Gerald McFarland in Burt, Iowa. She had been a homemaker and was a member of the Missionary Alliance Church in Blairsburg. Alta is survived by her two sons, James and wife, Andrea of Blairsburg and Robert of Blairsburg, two daughters, Judi and husband, Melvin Katschke of Blairsburg, and Shirley and husband, John Wallace of Webster City, 10 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; 19 great-great-grandchildren; a sister, Nora Burnett of Swea City; and a brother, Kenneth Irons of Scottsdale, AZ. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; son, Larry McFarland; grandson, Mike Katschke; and fourteen siblings. Gertrude Havens, age 88, of Iowa Falls, died on Saturday, January 19, 2008 at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Private memorial services will be held at a later date. Memorials may be directed to the Ellsworth Municipal Hospital, 110 Rocksylvania Ave., Iowa Falls, Iowa, 50126. Gertrude Mae Havens was born on April 7, 1919 in Grundy Center, Iowa, the daughter of Jacob and Bertha (Sealman) Smit. She graduated from the Iowa Falls High School. Gertrude is survived by her son, Dan and his wife, Sara of Pittsburgh, PA; two granddaughters, Christine Dale of Waterloo and Cathy Schafer of Fairfield; 8 great grandchildren; a sister, Elsie Elliott of Iowa Falls; a sister-in-law, Bonnie Smit of Steamboat Rock; and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Harlan Smit; brother in law, Wendell Elliott; and ex-husband, Max R. Havens Gary N. Fuller, age 68, of Iowa Falls, died on Friday, January 18, 2007 at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Tuesday at the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the Berlin Cemetery, Owasa. Visitation will be 4-8 P.M. Monday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. A memorial fund has been established. Gary Neil Fuller was born on June 30, 1939 at Owasa, Iowa, the son of Fred and Alta (Holcomb) Fuller. He was in the U.S. Army National Guard for four years. On February 22, 1959, Gary was united in marriage to Judith Ward at the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls. Gary had farmed, retiring in 2002. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church and was on different Church Boards, also the Park Board, Fair Board and on the Ag Board at Ellsworth Community College. He was a Jackson Township Trustee and had been on the Owasa Fire Dept. and was Fire Chief for several years. Gary is survived by his wife, Judy; three daughters, Terri Peterson and her husband, Jess of Iowa Falls, Beth Miller and her husband, John of Waukee, and Pam Sicard and her husband, Rick of Ackley; a son, John Fuller and his wife, Elaine of LaGrande; nine grandchildren, Jill, Lisa, and Jamie Peterson, Bryce and Grant Miller, Dustin, Jessi, and Bobbi Sicard, and Nickolas Fuller; a sister, Janice Knott and her husband, Don of McCallsburg; three sisters-in-law, Joan Birkemeyer of Minneapolis, MN, Jane Johns and her husband, Dean of Ackley; and Joyce Metzger of Gaffney, SC.; and a special friend, Jan Foster. He was preceded in death by his parents; and two brothers-in-law, Wayne Metzger and Gene Birkemeyer. Francis Drew, age 85, of Ackley, died on Friday, January 18, 2008 at Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames. Services will be 10:30 A.M. Wednesday at the St. John's United Church of Christ in Ackley with inurnment in the Oakwood Cemetery, Ackley. Family will receive friends from 4-7 P.M. Tuesday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. William Francis Drew was born on January 26, 1922 in Mystic, Iowa, the son of Francis and Bess (Entsminger) Drew. He graduated from the Sumner High School in Sumner, Iowa in 1940 and attended A.I.B. in Des Moines. Francis was united in marriage to Margaret Rule on October 9, 1946 at the Ackley Presbyterian Church. He was a member of the St. John's United Church of Christ and served on the church council and was past President. He owned and operated Drew's Shoe Store from 1949-72. From 1972 to retirement he was a salesman and shareowner in Sailer Ford, Inc. He was a 50 yr member and past Master of the Masonic Fountain Lodge and also a member of the Iowa Falls Elks Club B.P.O.E. Lodge #1674. He served as a Boy Scout Leader, member and past President of the Chamber of Commerce in Ackley and served on the Ackley School Board. Francis is survived by his two daughters, Katherine Short and her husband, David of Hubert, NC and Joan Abbas and her husband, David of Iowa Falls; a granddaughter, Margaret Wiesemann and her husband, Chris of Durham, NC; two grandsons, Drew Short and his wife, Kate of Newport, NC and Ross Abbas of Iowa Falls; two great grandchildren, Noble Short and Haylee Abbas; a very special friend, Diana Ruhl of Iowa Falls; a brother, Paul Drew of Murray, KY; three sisters-in-saw, Gladys Drew of Ackley, Helen Drew of San Marcos, TX, and Jo Lamar of Iowa Falls. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; and four brothers, Leo, Robert, Delbert, and Lyle Drew. Della Cady, age 95, of Williams, died on Friday, January 18, 2008 at the Southfield Care Center in Webster City. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Thursday, January 24th at the United Methodist Church in Williams with burial in the Williams Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to services at the church on Thursday. The Surls Funeral Home in Williams is in charge of arrangements. Della Mae Cady was born on March 3, 1912 in Brachsburg, Nebraska, the daughter of Joe and Sarah (Hupp) Cady. She attended school in Nebraska. Della was a member of the United Methodist Church and the Legion Auxilliary. Della is survived by her brother, James Cady of Coon Rapids. She was preceded in death by her parents; six brothers, Donald, Boyd, Dale, Joe Jr., George and one lost in infancy; five sisters, Doris, Jeannette, Hattie, Rosanna and Ellen. Henry Spieker, age 101, of Iowa Falls, died on Tuesday, January 15, 2008 at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:00 A.M. Saturday at the Church of the Open Bible in Iowa Falls with burial in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Ackley. Visitation will be 4-6 P.M. Friday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Henry Spieker was born on June 22, 1906, in rural Grundy County, Iowa, the son of Fred and Martha (Lindaman) Spieker. He attended Grundy County rural schools. He was united in marriage to Clara Richtsmeier on June 28, 1933 in Wall Lake and after her death, he was married to Stella Howes on June 14, 1980 in Iowa Falls. Henry was a farmer until 1948 and then he was a carpenter. He was a member of the Church of the Open Bible and served on the church board for over 30 years. Henry is survived by a grandson, Jason Herr and his wife, Stacey of Cincinnati, OH; sister, Ethel Mae Mulder and her husband, Richard of Parkersburg; and sister-in-law, Elizabeth Spieker of Ackley. He was preceded in death by his parents; his two wives, Clara and Stella; two daughters, Joan Spieker and Carol Jean Herr; four brothers, Jerry, Fred, Raymond, and Rudy Spieker; and four sisters, Louise Kriemeyer, Myrtle Walbaum, Ann Stockdale, and Loretta Gieken. Ronald K. Laing, 66, passed away Sunday, January 13, 2008 at the Mercy Hospice-Johnston after fighting a courageous battle with cancer. Funeral services will be 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, January 16 at the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls. Visitation will be held at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls from 5-7 P.M. on Tuesday, January 15. Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls will be assisting the family with service arrangements and cremation care. Ron was born on August 22, 1941 in Mineola, New York to Margaret (Oerter) and Ronald K. Laing, Sr. After growing up on Long Island, New York and graduating from the Huntington High School, he continued his education at Farmingdale ATI. In March of 1961, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. Ron served as a Presidential Honor Guard in Washington D.C. While stationed in Hawaii he met Patricia J. Hosch. They were married at St. Augustines Church in Waikiki, HI on December 28, 1964. Upon military discharge in June of 1965, they moved to Long Island, NY and lived there until 1967. At that time, they moved to upstate New York where Ron worked in sales for Wine Merchants. In 1975 they moved with their three children to Iowa Falls, Iowa where Ron continued his sales career in the animal health field. Ron enjoyed following sports, traveling, good food, great conversation, the ocean and most of all, spending time with his wife, children and eight grandchildren. He will be remembered by his family and friends for his hearty laugh, great sense of humor and unconditional love and pride he had for his family. He is survived by his wife, Pat, of 43 years; two sons, Mike and wife, Shelana of Beaverdale, IA and Doug and wife, Christi of Blue Springs, MO; one daughter, Renee and her husband, Brad of Overland Park, KS; eight grandchildren, Justin, Matthew, Jakob, Joshua, Madison, Kaitlin, Halle, and Megan; a brother, Richard Laing of Summit, NJ; and a sister, Nancy Reynolds of Long Island, NY. He was preceded in death by his parents. Memorial contributions may be made in honor of Ron for the wonderful, compassionate care that he and his family received at Mercy Hospice-Johnston, 5820 Winwood Dr., Johnston, IA, 50131 Willard K. Neuman, age 78, of Iowa Falls, died on Monday, January 7, 2008 at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Memorial services will be 11:00 A.M. Saturday at Bethany Lutheran Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the Northlawn Memory Gardens. Visitation will be 4-8 P.M. Friday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Bethany Lutheran Church or Hospice of North Iowa. On line condolences may be sent to www.surls.com Willard Keith Neuman was born on November 23, 1929 in Marshalltown, Iowa, the son of Harry and Marie (Mogle) Neuman. He graduated from the Iowa Falls High School in 1948. Willard was united in marriage to Darlene Dreyer on March 22, 1952 at the Little Brown Church in Nashua. He was a former member of Kiwanis Club and Loyal Order of the Moose. He was a Mentor for the Iowa Falls Schools and was a member of the Bethany Lutheran Church. Willard did home delivery with Evergreen Dairy, drove a retail truck to stores for A&E Dairy, retired from Berry Plastics in 1992 and from I.F. Community Schools in 2004 where he was a bus driver for many years. Willard is survived by his wife Darlene Neuman of Iowa Falls; a daughter Jacklyn Dee Meyer Tripkosh and her husband Tim of Ely; four grandchildren; one great granddaugher; and two step-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, twin brother, Wayne and a son-in-law, Wendell Meyer. Gary Crosser, Sr., age 68, of Iowa Falls, died on Wednesday, January 2, 2008 at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Saturday at the First Christian Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be 4-7 P.M. Friday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Gary LaVerne Crosser, Sr. was born on September 17, 1939 in rural Iowa Falls, Iowa, the son of Kenneth and Mildred (Farrell) Crosser. He attended Sleepy Hollow Country School and graduated from the Owasa High School in 1957. Gary was united in marriage to Karen Ulrich on March 17, 1959 at the St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Alden. He had been a welder with Iowa Prestressed Concrete for 33 years. Gary loved his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. He enjoyed fishing, woodworking, church activities, loved music and loved to sing. Gary is survived by his wife, Karen; a son, Gary Crosser, Jr. and his wife, Pam of LaPorte City; four daughters, Brenda Hammarmeister and her husband, Steve of Iowa Falls, Scarlette Zompa and her husband, Don of Webster City, Shelly Kreitlow and her husband, Kurt of Ankeny, and Carmen Crosser and her husband, George Radecke of Geneva, IL; 8 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Bonnie Minteer and her husband, Lyle of Union and Geraldine Schulz and her husband, Vic of Nevada; and a sister-in-law, Velma Lois Crosser of Iowa Falls. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Donald. Dorothy Hale, age 93 of Iowa Falls died Tuesday January 1st, 2008 at the Heritage Care Center in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 1:00 P.M. Friday at the Bethany Lutheran Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the Friends Cemetery, Iowa Falls. Visitation will be 6-8 P.M. Thursday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Dorothy I. Hale was born on May 3, 1914 in Fort Dodge, IA, the daughter of Leon and Mae (Ramsden) Osmanson. She graduated from the Iowa Falls High School and the Ellsworth Music Conservatory. Dorothy was united in marriage to Roger Hale on September 4, 1938 in Nebraska. She was a member of the Bethel Baptist Church and the Etude Club. Dorothy is survived by her daughter, Dee Ann Olsen and her husband, Ken of Spickard, MO; three sons, Tom and his wife, Judy of Holiday, FL, Bob and his wife, Lorrie of St. Louis Park, MN, and John and his wife, Lori of Alden; 10 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; a brother, Lee Osmanson of Omaha, NE; and a sister-in-law, Betty Osmanson of Omaha, NE. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Roger; a brother, Roger; a sister, Evelyn Rosien; brother-in-law, Richard Rosien; sister-in-law, Donna Osmanson; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Richard and Margo Hale; and a baby brother and baby sister in infancy. Alfred Brower, age 98 of Hampton, died on Tuesday, January 1, 2008 at North Iowa Hospice House in Mason City. Funeral services are 10:00 a.m. Thursday at Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley with burial in the Christian Reformed Cemetery in Ackley. Visitation will be 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Alfred J. Brower was born on August 10, 1909 in Geneva, Iowa, the son of John and Anna (Terfehn) Brower. He was united in marriage to Mae Heronimus on January 15, 1937 in Holland, Iowa. Alfred had farmed all of his life. He was past Elder and Deacon of the Christian Reformed Church in Ackley and a member of the N.F.O. Alfred is survived by his children, Gary and his wife, Kay of Geneva, Sharon Hartman and her husband, Dale of Eldora, and Jay and his wife, Linda of Hampton; 7 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Mae; a brother, Henry Brower; and a sister, Dena Duit. Alida Grinde, age 77, of Iowa Falls, died on Sunday, December 30, 2007 at the Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames. Funeral services are 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, at Bethany Lutheran Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the Union Cemetery. Visitation will be 2 - 4 p.m. Tuesday at Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Alida M. Grinde was born July 3, 1930 at Austinville, Iowa the daughter of Lyle and Lena Neymeyer Elliott. She received her education in Aplington and graduated from Aplington High School with the class of 1948 and later graduated from Waterloo School Of Beauty Culture in 1950. Alida was united in marriage to John Grinde on November 11, 1951 at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa. Alida loved her family most of all and did anything she could for her children and grandchildren. She worked with her hands making things beautiful. She enjoyed making crafts, crocheting and flower arrangements. She worked as a beautician at Helens Beauty Shop in Alden for many years. Her flower garden was her pride and joy - no weed survived in her garden. Alida also enjoyed having coffee with her friends. She was a member of Bethany Lutheran Church. Survivors include her mother, Lena Elliott of Aplington; her sons, Grant of Mason City and Clark and his wife Betty of Story City; grandchildren, Emma and John, two sister-in-laws, Grace Elliott and Elsie Kannegieter; nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband John, son Lee, father Lyle, and two brothers, Allen and Jim. Colleen Moore, age 71 of Williams, died on Sunday, December 30, 2007 at her home. Funeral services are 10:30 a.m. Friday at United Methodist Church in Alden with burial in Northlawn Cemetery in Iowa Falls. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Thursday at Surls Funeral Home in Williams. Colleen Catherine (Olson) Moore was born November 5, 1936 at Rowan, Iowa the daughter of Russell and Lenora (Churchill) Olson. Colleen received her education in Rowan and graduated from Rowan High School. She was united in marriage to Herbert Moore December 9, 1956 at Rowan. She was a member of the United Methodist Church in Williams. Colleen enjoyed going to Curves, raising her four boys and loving all her grandchildren. She had a love of flowers and gardening. Survivors include her husband Herbert Moore of Williams; sons, Thomas Moore and wife Becky of Eldora, Leslie Moore and his wife Michelle of Waterloo, Timothy Moore and his wife Jane of Jewell and Matthew Moore and girlfriend Anita of Williams; 13 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; five brothers and one sister, Ronald Olson of Houston, TX., David Olson of St. Louis, MO., Larry Olson of Clarion, Sandra Willas of Michigan, Danny Olson of Florida and Jack Olson of Florida. She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers, Dennis and Richard Olson and a sister Nancy. Mary L. Sathoff, age 65 of Iowa Falls, died on Friday, December 21, 2007 at the Heritage Care Center in Iowa Falls. Memorial services will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, at Bethany Lutheran Church in Iowa falls. Private inurnment will be in the Union Cemetery. There is no visitation. Mary Lynn Sathoff was born January 22, 1942 at Nevada, Iowa the daughter of Glen and Mildred (Handsacker) Dadisman. She received her early education at country schools in Manly and graduated from Manly High School. Following her graduation she then attended Wartburg College. She was united in marriage to Craig Sathoff May 13, 1960 at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa. Mary was a homemaker and antique dealer. She was a member of Bethany Lutheran Church where she served on the Church Board. She was also a member of American Heart Association and Children International. Survivors include her children Ed Sathoff and his wife Allison of Mankato, MN., Laura Diemer of Cedar Falls, IA., Art Sathoff and his wife Cindy of Packwood, IA., Robin Sathoff of Daytona Beach, FL. and William Sathoff of St. Petersburg, FL.; eight grandchildren; two sisters, Sally Bale of Grimes, IA. and Glenda Hefty of Renwick, IA.; two brothers, Jerry Dadisman of Manly, IA. and Donald Dadisman of Georgia. She was preceded in death by her parents, a sister and brother in infancy and her husband, Craig. Mary Edna Cessford, age 90, of Iowa Falls, died on Saturday, December 15, 2007 at the Scenic Manor Nursing Home in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 1:30 P.M. Wednesday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls with burial in the Union Cemetery in Iowa Falls. Visitation will be 4-7 P.M. Tuesday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Mary Edna Cessford was born October 11, 1917 at Ellsworth, Iowa the daughter of Edgar and Bessie Granby Ward. She received her education in the local schools. She married William Cessford November 2, 1939 at Nevada, Iowa. Mary was a homemaker and a waitress, she had worked at A&W, Red Rooster and Ellsworth Community College. Mary was a member of First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls. Survivors include her two daughters Judy Tripp and special friend Richard Gehrke and Cathy Ites and her husband Dean all of Alden; step-son, Earl Cessford and his wife Doris of Reno, NV.; nine grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and four great great-grandchildren; five sisters, Ruth Rollene of Idaho Falls, ID., Norma Lake of Webster City, IA., Freda Hutzel and husband Dick of LeGrand, IA., Shirley Hansen and husband Ike of Council Bluffs, IA. and Joan Pomeroy of Iowa Falls, IA. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, a son in infancy, three sisters, two brothers, two grandchildren and one great grandson. Helen McRoberts, age 99, of Iowa Falls, died on Saturday, December 8, 2007 at the Scenic Manor Nursing Home in Iowa Falls. Memorial services will be 1:00 P.M. Saturday, December 29th at the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls with inurnment in the Union Cemetery, Iowa Falls. There will be no visitation. Memorials may be directed to the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls. Helen Marian McRoberts was born on July 31, 1908 in Bellevue, NE, the daughter of Samuel Henry and Emma Lillian (Wright) McRoberts. She graduated from the Iowa Falls High School in 1926. She worked at Clifton's Supermarket for many years, Pomona College in Claremont, CA and Campbell Supply Co. and edited cookbooks after her retirement from Campbell's. Helen had lived in Bellevue, NE; Dallas, South Dakota; Claremont, California and Iowa Falls, IA. Helen loved to quilt, knit and crochet. She belonged to the First United Methodist Church, Rachel Circle, and the Quilters from the Methodist Church. Helen is survived by: Niece, Janet Millang and husband, Harlan of Sully, IA; nephew, Don McRoberts and wife LouEtta of Alamagordo, NM; Niece, Chris Rohlk and husband, Dale of Omaha, NE; Niece, Betty Carson, Independence, IA; Niece, Virginia Heth, Cedar Rapids, IA & Nephew, Richard Rainville and wife, Velma of Marion, IA. She was preceded in death by parents, sister and brother-in-law, Margaret & Virgil Williams; brother and sister-in-law, Nelson & Jessie McRoberts; brother and sister-in-law, Charles and Esther McRoberts; half-sister and husband Phyllis & Carleton Rainville. Earl Edward Geitz, Sr, age 67 of Williams died Wednesday, November 28th at the Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 11:00 A.M. Monday at the Bethany Lutheran Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the Belmond Cemetery. Visitation will be 2-5 P.M. Sunday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Earl was born on May 17, 1940 in Webster City, the son of Walter and Helen (Biermann) Geitz. He graduated from Williams High School and Iowa State University. He served in the Iowa Army National Guard. On April 5, 1964 Earl was united in marriage to Gerri Turner at the First Methodist Church in Eagle Grove. Earl’s first love was being a farmer and also driving a semi-truck later in life. He was a member of the North Iowa Antique Tractor Club; Iowa Draft Pony Assoc.; Pony of America Assoc.; Iowa High School Athletic Assoc.; Iowa Pork Producers; and St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Webster City. The activities Earl enjoyed in his life were driving a Ford Coupe racecar, playing fast pitch softball with the Kamrar Merchant Softball Team and slow pitch softball with the St. Paul's Lutheran Church League Team. Earl was a High School Baseball/Softball Umpire, Superintendent of the Horse Barn at the Hamilton Co. Fair, a 4-H Leader and showed Draft Ponies at the Iowa State Fair. Earl loved watching and attending his children’s and grandchildren’s activities and sporting events. Earl is survived by his wife, Gerri; two sons, Ed and his wife, Cheri of Iowa Falls and their children, Katie, Rebecca and Alex; and Rick and his wife, Stef of McLean, IL; a daughter, Deann Geistler and her husband, Jim of Norwalk and their children, Michael and Daniel; a sister, Janet (Geitz) Behn and her husband, Bill of Marion and nephew Jason Strohman of Cedar Rapids. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Robert Geitz. Steve Hill, age 59, of Geneva, died on Monday, November 26, 2007 at Williamsburg, Iowa. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Friday at the Bethany Lutheran Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be 4-8 P.M. Thursday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Memorials may be directed to his wife, Sandra at 1169 Timber Ave., Geneva, Iowa, 50633. Steven Arthur Hill was born March 2, 1948 at Dows, Iowa the son of Arthur and Ilene Hill. He received his elementary education in the Dows school and graduated from Iowa Falls High School with the class of 1966. He married Sandra Elkin on June 28, 1970 at Iowa Falls. Steve farmed in the Geneva area and was also the owner and operator of Steve Hill Trucking. Steve was a member of the Methodist Church in Hampton and the Franklin County Cattleman's Association. Steve was a past member of the Hansell Methodist Church and youth group leader, board member and President of the church board. Steve was a past 4-H member and leader, was active in FFA while in high school, coached youth baseball and basketball. He is survived by his wife, Sandra of Geneva; two sons, Matt Hill and wife Jennifer of Iowa Falls and Brian Hill of Iowa Falls; a daughter, Lisa Flack of Hampton; three sisters, Janice Gregory and her husband Dr. Richard of Vermillion, S.D., Janet Kauffman and husband Larry of Ankeny, Iowa and Judy Duckett and husband Ronald of Randalia, Iowa; one brother Stan Hill of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; eight grandchildren, Mary Jane, Ryan, Ashley, Alexis, Makenzie, Caroline, Mattilyn and Briana; one son-in-law, Brian Flack of Bradford, Iowa. He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Ilene Hill; mother-in-law Caroline Elkin; brother-in-law, Mike Elkin; and sister-in-law, Jane Elkin. Jean Thines, age 90 of Iowa Falls died Tuesday, November 27th at the Scenic Manor in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:00 A.M. Friday at the St. Mark's Catholic Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be 6-8 P.M. Thursday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Jean Elizabeth Thines was born on July 15, 1917 in Iowa Falls, Iowa, the daughter of Peter and Kathryn (Nolan) Thines. She was baptized at St. Mark's Catholic Church at the age of two days. She graduated from the Iowa Falls High School in 1934. She started studying music at the age of seven under the direction of Mrs. Bullock. She was a member of the St. Mark's Catholic Church and later in life she played the organ and piano for the St. Mark's Catholic Church for 12 years. She lived all her life in Iowa Falls with her brother, Andrew. After his death she moved to an apartment in Iowa Falls. After six years in the apartment she moved to Scenic Manor Nursing Home. She enjoyed having the neighbor children come around to talk and be with her. She was an excellent gardener. She never shied away from work. She was still pushing a lawn mower in her late seventies. Jean is survived by many Thines and Nolan cousins and many friends. She was preceded in death by her mother, Kathryn, father, Peter; step-mother, Margaret; and her brother, Andrew. Verdelle Ellingson, age 87, of Alden, died on Thursday, November 22, 2007 at Mercy Hospital in Des Moines. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Monday at the Immanuel Memorial UCC in Alden with burial in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be 2-5 P.M. Sunday at the Surls Funeral Home in Alden. Verdelle Ellingson was born on July 19, 1920 on the family farm at Alden, Iowa, the daughter of Roy and Lila (Ranger) Gilmore. She graduated from the Alden High School. On March 6, 1941 Verdelle was united in marriage to Elmer Ellingson at the Little Brown Church in Nashua. She was a member of the Immanuel Memorial UCC in Alden, Women's Fellowship, and various other organizations. She also enjoyed playing cards with her Supper Club. Verdelle is survived by her three sons, Dean and wife, Josie of Storm Lake, Dallas and special friend, Pam Wilson of Alden, and Scott and wife, Cynthia of Alden; six grandchildren, Derek Ellingson and special friend, Lori Fite, Keri and husband, Jason Schuelke, Sara and husband, Bo Balvanz, Jay Ellingson, Molly Ellingson and fiancé, Shane Strachan, Josh Ellingson and fiancé, Jen Muller; seven great grandchildren; two brothers, Jack and Marie Gilmore of Iowa Falls and Bob and Gerene Gilmore of Webster City; several nieces and nephews and other relatives and many close friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband, Elmer. A special thank you to Rev. Bob Miller for his support, loving care, and many great stories about Verdelle. Mattie Green, age 89, of Ackley, died on Tuesday, November 20, 2007 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Funeral services will be 1:30 P.M. Saturday at the Washington Reformed Church, Ackley with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be 4-8 P.M. Friday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Mattie Green was born on May 5, 1918 in Ackley, Iowa, the daughter of Ebbel W. and Johanna (Ennen) Gerzema. She was confirmed at the St. Peter's Church in Geneva and attended Grant Township School at rural Ackley. Mattie was united in marriage to Sam Green on December 20, 1944 at the Washington Reformed Church in Ackley. She was a member of the Washington Reformed Church and the Ladies Aid. She is survived by her sister, Lena Gerzema of Ackley; three brothers, Arthur, Harvey, and Ebbel Gerzema all of Ackley; a sister in law, Vera Gerzema of Iowa Falls, many nieces, nephews, and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Sam; three sisters, Hattie Heins and her husband, Albert, Grace Poley and her husband, Ewald, and Johanna Lemke and her husband, Lavern; and five brothers, Matt, Claus, Fred, John, and George Gerzema. Doris Jass, age 77, of Alden, died on Wednesday, November 14, 2007 at Mercy Hospital in Des Moines. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Monday at the St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Alden with burial in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be 2-5 P.M. Sunday at the Surls Funeral Home in Alden. Doris was born on January 19, 1930 in Coggan, Iowa, the daughter of John and Etta (Kurth) Saathoff. She graduated from the Bode High School. On November 26, 1950 Doris was united in marriage to William Jass at the St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Alden. She was a member of the St. Paul's Lutheran Church and Ladies Aid and had worked as a Home Health Aid. Doris is survived by her daughter, Jane Dunning and her husband, Tom of Alden; three sons, Michael Jass and his wife, LeAnn of Garden Grove, John Jass and his wife, Pam of VanWert, and David Jass and his wife, Darcie of Alden; 16 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; and two sisters, Jean Thatcher of Bode and Norma Vestweber of Goldfield. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, William; a son, Chris; a granddaughter, Amy; and two brothers, Duane and Jackie Judith Meier, age 60, of Iowa Falls and formerly of Emmetsburg, died on Wednesday, November 14, 2007 at the Scenic Manor Nursing Home in Iowa Falls. Services will be 2:00 P.M. Sunday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Visitation will be one hour before services. Judith Eileen Meier was born on November 1, 1947 in Hampton, Iowa, the daughter of Wayne and Roberta (Elder) Meier. She graduated from the Hubbard High School and received her BS degree from Cornell College in Mt. Vernon. She worked as a social worker before becoming disabled. Judith is survived by her mother, Roberta Meier of Iowa Falls; a brother, Dr. Les Meier and his wife, Diane of Iowa Falls; three nephews, Nathan Meier and his wife, Meghan of Bettendorf, Matthew Meier and his wife, Laura of Urbandale, and Jordan Meier of San Diego, CA; uncle and aunt, Robert Elder and his wife, Martha of West Des Moines; an aunt and uncle, Mr and Mrs. Lowell Kulow of Hubbard; and an aunt, GladyWinters of Iowa Falls; and a special friend, Mary Judge of Ames. She was preceded in death by her father, Wayne and her grandparents. Jean Walterman Bringer, age 75 of Chicago and formerly of Williams died Tuesday, November 13th at the Swedish Covenant Hospital in Chicago. . Funeral services will be 1:30 P.M. Saturday at the Surls Funeral Chapel in Williams with burial in the Williams Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour before services. Jean Walterman-Bringer was born on February 2, 1932 in Kamrar, Iowa, the daughter of Jerry and Berhardine Walterman. She was educated in the elementary country schools in Iowa, and graduated High School in Williams in 1949. She entered Broadlawn's Hospital School of Nursing in Des Moines, graduating in 1952 and began her nursing career in Webster City and later in Hollister, CA, Univ Hospital and Medical Center in Cleveland, Ohio, Michael Reese Medical Center in Chicago, IL and Mercy Medical Center also in Chicago, IL, where she retired in 1997. She was united in marriage to Gordon Bringer on March 6, 2004. She is survived by her husband, Gordon; two step-children, Jack Bringer and Sandra Bringer; grandchildren, Natasha, Sarah, Amir, Layla; two great grandchildren, Emily and Christopher; nieces, Donnette Pierce and Peggy Koontz; and nephews, Jerry Olson, James Olson, Mike Walterman, John Walterman, Chris Walterman, and Jeff Walterman; a cousin, Hio Simpson. She was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Jeanette Olson and her twin, Joan Walterman; a brother, Johann Joe Walterman, twin brothers, and two sisters in infancy; a nephew, Edward Olson; a step daughter, Linda Bringer; a niece, Chic Lande; and a great nephew, Dillon Walterman. Florence Klein, age 89 of Iowa Falls died Friday, November 9th at Scenic Manor in Iowa Falls. Funeral Services will be 10:30 Wednesday at the St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Alden with burial to follow in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be 4-7pm Tuesday at the Surls Funeral Home in Alden. Florence G. Klein was born March 15, 1918 at Dows, Iowa the daughter of Lars and Anna Douvre Schager. She received her early education in Dows and graduated from the Dows High School with the Class of 1937. She married Herman Klein October 12, 1941 at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Alden, Iowa. Florence was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Ladies Aid and Fellowship Club. In addition to being a homemaker Florence was an extraordinary woman who loved her family very much. She had many friends and would do anything for anyone. She was a great cook and the children and grandchildren always knew they could expect a great meal while at mom's and grandma's. Survivors include her children Corwyn Klein and Carol of Iowa Falls, Steve Klein and wife Lori of Alden, IA., Colleen Good and husband Thomas of Pilot Mound, IA.; sister Helma Hofsommer of Spencer; grandchildren, Joy Culberson (Brian) Cedar Falls, Allison Fisher (Jordan) of Boone, Janelle DeMeulenaere (Jared) of Cedar Rapids, Brent Tjarks of Washington D.C., Sena Ornelas of Independence, MO., Paula Tripp (Jeff) of Alden, Samantha Hansen (Brian) Alden, Patty Tapscott (Zach)of Peru, IL. Matt Klein of Iowa Falls and Jerry Hartema (Kelly)of Alden; step-grandchildren, Danny, Scott and Whitney Jass of Alden, Wade Good (Robin) of Boone, Matthew Good (Jessi) of Rochester, MN. and Adam and Aaron Good of Boone; 23 great-grandchildren and four step great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Mary Schager of Iowa Falls, Edna Sanders of Iowa Falls, Doris Rieks of Iowa Falls, Lillian Locke of Iowa Falls, Esther Pfeffer of Cedar Rapids and Mavis Klein of Iowa Falls. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, grandchildren Mike Klein and Kimberly Hartema, five brothers and a sister. Marie Ricke, age 102 of Williams, died Saturday, November 10th at Scenic Manor in Iowa Falls. Funeral Mass will be 11am Tuesday at the St. Mary's Catholic Church in Williams with burial in the St. Mary's Cemetery. Visitation will be 5-7pm Monday at the St. Mary's Church with a Scripture service at 7pm. A memorial Fund has been established. Surls Funeral Chapel of Williams in charge of arrangements. Marie Elizabeth Ricke daughter of Charles L. and Elizabeth Kerber Froehlich was born September 28, 1905 at Bloomington, IL. The family moved to Wesley, IA. in the spring of 1913, where they resided on a farm west of Wesley. After graduation from Wesley High School, Marie attended Iowa State Teachers College in Cedar Falls, IA. She taught rural schools in the Wesley and Doane areas. She married Lawrence J. Ricke on January 2, 1928 in Wesley. They made their home at Williams, IA. on a farm north west of Williams, until 1953 when they moved to Williams. The Rickes had five children Lawrence Jr., who was killed in an automobile accident in 1948, John Ricke who with his family reside on the family farm a Century Farm in 1983. Diane Pinkerton of Hot Springs Village, AR, Ramona Welden of Iowa Falls and Virginia Ricke of Colorado Springs, CO. Marie built a new home in 1978, where she still resided. In 1962 she was Deputy County Auditor of Hamilton County for 10 years retiring in 1972. She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Williams, where she sang in the Choir for 47 years, soloing for most funerals and weddings. She was past president of Webster City Business and Professional Women, a member of Crippled Children, KYN Club, ACCW and an active member of Hamilton County Democrat Club. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence in 1956, one son Lawrence Jr., in 1948 and two grandchildren. She is survived by four children, John and Betty Ricke of Williams, IA., Ramona Welden of Iowa Falls, Diane Fugate Pinkerton of Hot Springs Village, AR. And Virginia Ricke of Colorado Springs, CO.; 16 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Carl Froehlich of Wesley, IA. and Edward Froehlich of Pensacola, FL. and one sister, Helen Huber of Algona, IA. The previous obituary was written by Marie in about 1985. Addendum: In 1990 she began to divide her time between Williams and Yuma, AZ. She remained in her home in Williams until 2002 when she moved to Ashbrook Assisted Living in Iowa Falls.Virginia now resides in Ames, IA. Diane Fugate Pinkerton Castor still resides in Hot Springs, AR., John and Betty moved to Lake Cornelia near Clarion, Ramona still resides in Iowa Falls. The only surviving sibling is Helen Huber of Algona, IA. Marie now has 35 great-grandchildren and two great great grandchildren. Lyle R. Drew, age 80 of Ackley, died Monday at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Memorial services are 10:30 a.m. Thursday at St. John's UCC in Ackley with burial in Oakwood Cemetery with military rites by Elliot-Keninger Post #252 of Ackley. Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. A memorial fund has been established. Lyle R. Drew was born June 22, 1927 at Brazil, Iowa the son of Francis Sr. and Bessie Entsmeinger Drew. He received his education at Ackley and graduated from Ackley High School. Lyle had served his country in the United States Army. He was united in marriage to Gladys Hofmeister August 22, 1947 at St. Peter's UCC at Geneva, Iowa. Lyle was the owner and operator of Drews DX in Ackley from 1954 until his retirement in 1993. Lyle was a member of St. John's UCC in Ackley, Masonic Lodge and the Ackley Country Club. Survivors include his wife Gladys of Ackley; daughters Pat Howell and husband Gary and their daughter Ivy Howell of River Forest, IL. And Marcia Schipper and husband Clarence and their sons Rusty Schipper and wife Jessica of Waterloo and Ryley Schipper of Ackley; two brothers, Francis Drew, Jr. of Ackley and Paul Drew of Murray, Kentucky; two sisters-in-law, Helen Drew of San Marcos, TX and Jo Lamar of Iowa Falls. He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers. Charlie Roelfs, age 66, of Spring Valley, California, formerly of Ackley, died on Friday, November 2, 2007 at California . Memorial services are pending at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Audrey Forr, age 58, of Iowa Falls, died on Monday, October 29, 2007 at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Thursday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls with burial in the Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington, NJ. Visitation will be 6-8 P.M. Wednesday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. It was Audrey's wishes that memorials be directed to Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Audrey J. Forr was born on July 12, 1949 in Dublin, Ireland, the daughter of Michael and Mary (Mooney) Donegan. On January 21, 1968 Audrey was united in marriage to Robert Forr in Harrison, New Jersey. She was a wife, homemaker, and owner of Tops and Bottoms in Iowa Falls. Audrey is survived by her husband, Robert of Iowa Falls; a daughter, Sherry Lundgren of Colorado Springs, CO; a son, Michael Forr of Eugene, OR; and three grandchildren, Samantha, Bobby, and Mark. She was preceded in death by her parents. Cecelia (Ammann) Hansen, age 92, of Iowa Falls, died on Saturday, October 20, 2007 at her home. Memorial Mass Services will be 10:00 A.M. Wednesday at the St. Mark's Catholic Church in Iowa Falls with inurnment at a later date at St. Mark's Catholic Cemetery.Visitation will be 5-8 P.M. Tuesday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls with family receiving friends from 6-8 P.M. A memorial fund has been established. Cecelia was born on June 6, 1915, in Grant Township in Franklin County on the family farm. Her parents were John Ammann and Lula (Hanig) Ammann. She graduated from the Geneva High School in 1934. Cecelia was married to Earl G. Hansen on September 22, 1938 at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Hampton. Survivors include her son, Curtis John Hansen and his wife, Deborah of Baxter. Her grandchildren, Brock Hansen and his wife, Robin of Baxter and Holly (Hansen) Sandhoff and her husband, Jeff of Schaller; great-grandchildren, Veronica Condon and Morgan Hansen; brother in law, Bernard Pfeifer of Iowa Falls; and a sister in law, Coletta Ammann of Iowa Falls. She was preceded in death by her husband, Earl on July 29, 1989; two brothers, Edward and Peter Ammann and her sister, Clara (Ammann) Pfeifer. Mary Montandon, age 85, of Alden, died on Thursday, October 11, 2007 at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Monday at the United Methodist Church in Alden with burial in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be 4-6 P.M. Sunday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Mary Jeanette Schneider was born July 11, 1922, to Alexander and Helga (Karlsen) Schneider, Henry Township. She attended Cleghorn elementary and high schools, and took courses at Ellsworth College. On Jan. 20, 1940, she was united in marriage to Earl Leon Montandon in Webster City. Mary was a homemaker and active in two neighborhood clubs for many years, the Hardin County 4-H Committee Woman, and represented the Methodist Church in Ames as a delegate and spokeswoman. She was an active member of the Alden United Methodist Church all her life; she organized vacation Bible school and taught Sunday school for many years. Mary was active in Ruth Circle for Methodist Women, she wrote a column for the local newspaper, and she participated in all the activities of her six children. She was the primary caregiver for her husband the last 10 years of his life. Mary was known for sharing her culinary skills and Swedish tea rings with all she loved. She was loved and revered by all who knew her. Her son-in-law said, "Few people have been as privileged as her children, to have had a mother like her." She will be truly missed. Survivors include daughters, Pamela (Roger) Summers of Costa Mesa, Calif., Cynthia (Bob) Wakefield of Orem, Utah, and Lisa (Ruven) Jimenez of Iowa Falls; sons, Doug (Janet) Montandon of San Clemente, Calif., Randy (Paulette) Montandon of Costa Mesa, and Philip Montandon of Alden; 17 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren (with one due in May); and a brother, Otto (Marian) Schneider of Dakota Dunes, S.D. She was preceded in death by her husband, Earl Leon Montandon; her parents, Helga and Alex Schneider; a brother, Albee Schneider; and a great-granddaughter, Mary Virginia Terry, named after "Mama Mary." Lucile Homan, age 87, of Ackley, died on Thursday, October 11, 2007 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Funeral services will be 1:00 P.M. Saturday at the St. John's United Church of Christ in Ackley with burial in the Oakwood Cemetery, Ackley. Visitation will be 2-7 P.M. Friday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Born on February 18, 1920 in Ackley, Lucile Wilhemina was the only child of John and Lena Richtsmeier Sessler. Her family on her mother's side was German, and she recalled that her grandmother never learned to speak English. Lucile's early years were spent on the family's farm, but when her father died when Lucile was still very young, she and her mother relocated to a house in Ackley. She was baptized and grew up in the church family at St. John's UCC and attended local schools, graduating from the Ackley High School in 1939. A pleasant and sociable person who took pride in her appearance, Lucile enjoyed school and her classmates and participated in some of the available extracurricular activities, including Glee Club and Girl Reserves. Following graduation in 1939, Lucile spent the next few years earning money by cleaning houses. She came to know Ray Homan and after he returned safely from service in the Philippines during WWII, Ray and Lucile began a long and successful marriage on August 6, 1946. They lived nearly all their married lives and raised their only child, John, in the same house, which was conveniently located to downtown, schools, their church, post office, the library and the doctor's office. A stay at home mom, Lucile kept busy with homemaking and gardening. She belonged to the Willing Workers group at her church, quilted at church, and taught Sunday school. For a time, she and Ray kept some chickens in a neighboring empty lot for eggs and the birds came close to being pets to Lucile. In her spare time, she enjoyed reading and doing fancywork. After Ray retired, they both enjoyed fishing, antiquing, and going for rides, especially an occasional car trip to visit their son and daughter in law in Nashville, TN. When increasing debility made it necessary for Lucile to move to the Presbyterian Village in 2003, Ray faithfully walked over daily to spend time with Lucile and bring her whatever she needed. They remained devoted to each other and made their home together in a shared room at the Presbyterian Village. Lucile is survived by her husband, Ray of Ackley; a son, John and his wife, Cindy of Nashville, TN and a sister-in-law, Helen Bergman of Ackley. She was preceded in death by her parents. Elsie Nehring, age 83, of Iowa Falls, died on Thursday, October 11, 2007 at Ellsworth Municipal in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 1:30 P.M. Monday at the United Methodist Church in Owasa with burial in the Berlin Jackson Township Cemetery. Visitation will be 1-3 P.M. on Sunday at the church. The Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls is in charge of arrangements. Elsie was born on December 26th, 1923 to O.C. and Ella (Rierson) Reed at their farm home 2 1/2 miles North of Radcliffe, Iowa. She attended country school near her home and later Radcliffe High School where she played basketball and sang in the choir. She was united in marriage on December 4th, 1939 to Donald E. Nehring at Liberty Missouri. They made their home in Owasa and raised seven children. She was a devoted wife and mother and held jobs seasonally with the Turkey Plant in Ellsworth, and sorted corn in Eldora. After Donald passed away in 1985 she worked for the Nutrition Site in Iowa Falls at the Catholic Church as a cook's assistant. She was proud to attain her GED at age 65 in 1989 and then began working at the DHS office in Eldora, a job she enjoyed very much. She was a member of the United Methodist Church in Owasa where she was active in United Methodist Women. In 2003 ill health placed her in the Eldora Nursing & Rehab Center in Eldora where she was a resident until her death. Surviving her are her children Dick (Mary) Nehring, Alden; Charlene (Sam) Martin, Sun City, AZ; Harold Nehring, Big Spring, TX; Angela (Jim) Pippin, Spanaway, WA; Debra (Adam) Terry, Owasa; Ella (Greg) Wilson, Gillette, WY; Betty Jo (Rick) Reynolds, Casper, WY; 23 grandchildren, 38 great-grandchildren and 1 great great-grandchild, sisters Ruby Abramson, Prairie Farm, WI and Laureen Spitler, Webster City; a brother-in-law, Dale (Erlene) Nehring, Oakhurst, CA; Sister-in-law, Bessie Nehring, Owasa and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald, her parents, a grandson Donald Lee Nehring, brother Russell Reed, sisters Marjorie Weiss and Hazel Gelhaus. Dorothy Mary Van Loh, age 78, of Ackley, died on Friday, October 5, 2007 at her home. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Faith Presbyterian Church rural Ackley with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Monday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Dorothy Mary Van Loh was born November 10, 1928 at Eldora, Iowa the daughter of Walter and Annie Fischer Evans. She received her education in local schools. Dorothy was united in marriage to John Van Loh February 21, 1950 at Steamboat Rock, Iowa. The couple made their home in the Ackley area where they were engaged in farming. Dorothy was a member of Faith Presbyterian Church, WIC, and Sewing Circle. She enjoyed cooking and canning but, most of all loved caring for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is survived by her children, Marvin Van Loh and his wife Ann of Gilbert, IA. , Mary Jane Van Loh, Rosemary Van Loh, Dennis Van Loh and his wife Kathy all of Ackley and Judy Van Loh of Iowa Falls; five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; one brother, Pete Evans of Union, IA.; a sister Cornetta Young and her husband Marvin of Florida; many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, John Van Loh; two brothers and one sister. Edith Eleanor Powers Lohman, age 87 of Iowa Falls, Iowa died Monday, October 1, 2007 at the Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Memorial services will be 1:00 P.M. Thursday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. There will be no visitation. Edith Eleanor Powers Lohman was born July 9, 1920 at Lamar, CO. the daughter of Edgar and Eva (Neil) Moore. The family moved to Indianola where Edith received her education graduating from Indianola High School in 1936 and Simpson College in 1940. She was united in marriage to Don Powers August 24, 1941 at Indianola. Following his death in 1982 she was united in marriage to Francis Lohman June 14, 1989 at Jackson County, MO. Edith was a member of Highland Golf Club and enjoyed spending time on the course when her health permitted. Survivors include her two sons, Richard M. Powers and his wife Betty L. Jensen of San Carlos, CA. and Gary R. Powers of Iowa Falls; grandchildren, Robert D. Powers of Vancouver, BC, Jason M. Powers and his wife Jamie of Iowa City, Jessica Powers of Iowa Falls and Marianna Powers of Lefkada, Greece; great-grandchildren, Evelyn H. Powers and Martin J. Powers both of Iowa City. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Donald R. Powers and Francis H. Lohman, Sr.; four sisters and two brothers. LeRoy D. Huesman, age 68, of Parker, CO., and formerly of Des Moines and Ackley died on Saturday, September 29, 2007 at the Littleton Adventist Hospital in Littleton, Co. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday at West Friesland Presbyterian Church rural Ackley with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Friday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. LeRoy Dale Huesman was born on August 5, 1939 in Ackley, Iowa, the son of Jans and Ella (DeVries) Huesman. He graduated from the Ackley High School and had served in the U.S. Army. LeRoy was united in marriage to Shirley Hook on August 30, 1963 at the Colfax Center Presbyterian Church at rural Holland, IA. He was an Elder of the West Friesland Presbyterian Church, usher and choir member at the Assembly of God, usher at Cherry Hills Community Church in Highlands Ranch, CO. LeRoy is survived by his wife, Shirley of Parker, CO; a daughter, Lisa Orth and her husband, Dan of Highlands Ranch, CO; a son, Todd Huesman and his wife, Susan of Sheldon, IA; four grandchildren, Nicholas Hueseman, Alexander Orth, Lucas Orth, and Mikayla Orth; a brother, Meint Huesman and his wife, Dorothy of Titonka, IA; a sister, Fern Meyer and her husband, Alvin of Ackley, IA; and two brothers-in-law, Rueben Schultz of Olathe, KS and Donald Snittjer of Ruthven, IA. He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Anna Schultz and Helen Snittjer. Bonnie B. Jones,age 96, of Iowa Falls, died on Saturday, September 29, 2007 at the Scenic Manor in Iowa Falls. Funeral services are10:30 a.m. Wednesday at First Christian Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the Union Cemetery. Visitation is 5- 7 p.m. Tuesday at Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. A memorial has been established. Bonnie Belle Jones was born March 8, 1911 at Iowa Falls, Iowa the daughter of Pearl and Bessie (Palmer) Brown. She received her early education in local schools and graduated from Iowa Falls High School with the class of 1932. She married Marion Jones January 19, 1935 at Iowa Falls where the couple made their home 2 miles east on Hwy D 15. Bonnie was a homemaker, a mother, as well as someone who was involved with the operations on the farm. She had also worked at the Junction Cafe for several years. She was a member of First Christian Church in Iowa Falls. Survivors include her sons, Jerry Jones and his wife Linda of Bellevue, NE., Ron Jones and his wife Marianne of Iowa Falls, and Don Jones and his wife Dinah of Iowa Falls; seven grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren; a sister Inez Hanson and her husband Elmer of Roswell, GA. She was preceded in death by her husband, Marion; three sisters, Beulah Hensing, Cecil Mardick and Nell Bryant; one brother, Kenneth Brown . Bernard Grimes, age 87, of Alden, died on Monday, September 24, 2007 at the Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Friday at the St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Alden with burial in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be 6-8 P.M. Thursday at the Surls Funeral Home in Alden. Bernard Carl Grimes was born June 15, 1920 at Fort Dodge, IA the son of Carl and Josephine (Brown) Grimes. He received his education in Fort Dodge graduating from Fort Dodge Senior High School in 1938. Bernard was in the U.S. Army and served his country during WW II in Germany. Bernard married Evelyn Vetter August 11, 1948 at Manson. Following their marriage they resided in Fort Dodge where Bernard worked at Mitchell Lab as a Dental Technician for 40 years. Bernard and Evelyn bought the Alden Motel in 1967 and have lived there ever since. Bernard retired in 1985. He attended St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Alden. Bernard enjoyed spending his free time golfing, fixing things, and spending time with his family. Survivors include his wife of 59 years, Evelyn of Alden; son, Gary Grimes, Sr. and his wife Cindy of Fort Dodge; a daughter, Linda Zamora of Alden; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, Tammy Miller and her husband Brian and their daughter Katrina of Cedar Falls, Gary Grimes, Jr. of Cedar Falls, Melody Henderson and her husband Matt and their daughter Lauren of Chandler, AZ. Felicia Zamora and her fiancé Chris Van Wyk of Fort Collins, Co. and Joe Zamora and his wife Jessica of Coralville; one sister Dorothy Taylor of Fort Dodge. He was preceded in death by his parents. Marian Rewerts, age 88 of Iowa Falls and formerly of Steamboat Rock, died on Friday, September 14, 2007 at the Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 3:00 P.M. Monday at the Presbyterian Church in Steamboat Rock with burial in the Steamboat Rock Cemetery. Visitation will be 3-5 P.M. Sunday at the church. The Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley is in charge of arrangements. A memorial fund has been established. Marian Agnes Greenfield Rewerts was born on July 15, 1919 in Ackley, Iowa, the daughter of Harm and Grace Johnson Greenfield. She was united in marriage to William John Rewerts on February 14, 1939 at her parents home in Butler County. She was a member of the Presbyterian Church at Steamboat Rock where she was involved in many church activities, Steamboat Rock Iowa River Conservation Club and Library Coffee Club. She enjoyed camping and fishing, wintering in Texas, and she entertained with her harmonica and friend Lucille on the piano. Marian is survived by her son, Jerry Lee Rewerts and his wife, Carol of Nevada; five daughters, Marlys Jean Berry of Oelwein, Wilma Kay Rose and husband Dave of Brighton, Susan Ione Jaspers and husband Art of Ackley, Lois Grace Mills and husband Pat of Iowa Falls, and Shirley Ann Heefner and husband Jim of Iowa City; 20 grandchildren; and 33 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, William; a son, Darwin (Butch) Rewerts; 2 grandsons, Shannon Rose and Jason Rewerts; six sisters, Stena Gerdes, Lily Ackerman, Miranda Maifield, Jeanette Meinders, Grace Hovenga, and Viola Ploeger; and a brother, Herman Greenfield. Thomas Sherfield, age 88, of Ackley, died on Friday, September 14, 2007 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Funeral services will be 1:00 P.M. Monday at the Faith Presbyterian Church in Ackley with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be 3-5 P.M. Sunday at the Faith Presbyterian Church. Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley is in charge of arrangements. Full military rites provided by the Elliott-Keninger American Legion Post #252 of Ackley. Thomas Clarence Sherfield was born on December 15, 1918 in rural Ackley, Iowa, the son of Onkie and Tena (Jutting) Sherfield. He served in the US Army from 1942-46. Thomas was united in marriage to Jennie Freese on December 3, 1941 at the Methodist Church in Geneva. He was a farmer and had been a member of the Faith Presbyterian Church where he served on various church boards. Thomas is survived by his one son, Clarence Sherfield and his wife JoAnne of Ackley; a daughter, Marlene Sprain and her husband Bruce of Glenwood, IA.; two granddaughters, Andrea McLean of St. Paul, MN. and Rebecca Johnson and her husband Eric of Aplington, IA. and their two children, Hannah and Alan Johnson both of Aplington; a sister-in-law, Ramona Sherfield of Eldora; and a brother-in-law, Frederick Freese of Ackley. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Jennie; a sister, Ruth; and a brother, Raymond. Merlin John Lupkes, age 74 of Ackley, died on Thursday, September 13, 2007 at his home. Funeral services will be 11:00 A.M. Monday at the Washington Reformed Church at rural Ackley with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be 2-5 P.M. Sunday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. There will be no viewing at the church. A memorial fund has been established. Merlin John Lupkes was born on May 1, 1933 in rural Kesley, Iowa, the son of John and Grace Ibeling Lupkes. He graduated from the Aplington High School in 1952. Merlin was united in marriage to Josephine Abbas on December 7, 1954, Mary Ann McWilliams on August 18, 1972, and to Florance Aldinger on December 7, 2002. He had been a farmer and was a member of the Washington Reformed Church and the American Cream Draft Horse Assoc. Merlin is survived by his wife, Florance; three sons, Myron Lupkes and his wife, Jayne of Joice, Wendell Lupkes and his wife, Renee of Waterloo, and Justin Lupkes and his wife, Lora of Ackley; five step-daughters, Diane Miller and her husband, Wendale of Dumont, Bev Warns and her husband, Jim of Keller, TX, Pat Warmbier and her husband, Dave of Woodbine, Pam Hill and her husband, Mike of Ironton, MN, and Jennifer Nolting and her husband, Kent of Kansas City, KS; three step-sons, Don McWilliams and his wife, Anne of Dumont, Rick Aldinger of Big Sur, CA, and Doug Aldinger and his wife, Joanne of Iowa Falls; 31 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; four brothers, Arthur Lupkes and his wife, Juliet of Ackley, Paul Lupkes and his wife, Gladys of Rapid City, SD, Walter Lupkes and his wife, Beverly of Ackley, and Leroy Lupkes (Doc) and his wife, Shirley of Parkersburg; a sister, Carol Schiltz and her husband, Al of Coralville. He was preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Josephine, second wife, Mary Ann; a daughter, Marilyn Jansma; a brother, George Lupkes; and a sister, Lois Meyer. Jessie Schweertman Locascio, age 93 of Aplington and formerly of Cedar Falls died on Wednesday, September 12, 2007 Maple Manor in Aplington. Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Saturday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley with burial in the Union Cemetery, Iowa Falls. Visitation will be 5-8 P.M. Friday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Jessie Schweertman Locascio was born on December 26, 1913 in Wellsburg, Iowa, the daughter of Louie and Anna (Engelkins) Schweertman. She was united in marriage to Michael Locascio on May 13, 1958 in Mesa, Arizona and had been a homemaker. Jessie is survived by her two step-daughters, Christine Levitan in Lauderdale Lakes, FL and Rosie Exter of Jacksonville, FL; numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, great great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; 7 brothers, Bouko, George, Louie, John, Henry, Trienes, and Elzo Schweetrman; and 4 sisters, Gertrude Bulten, Jennie Molendorp, Anna TerHark, and Grace Schweertman; one step-daughter; and 3 step-sons. Mabel Meyer, age 87, of Eldora, died on Tuesday, September 4, 2007 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Saturday at the St. John's United Church of Christ in Ackley with burial in the East Lawn Memory Garden in Eldora. Visitation will be 5-8 P.M. Friday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Mabel Elizabeth Meyer was born to William & Ella Roegner Knipfel on January 5, 1920. She was born and raised on a farm north of Ackley. She was the second of eight children. She went to country school through 8th grade and later earned her GED diploma. She worked out as a hired hand for several years. She also spent three and one half years in Washington, D.C. working at a restaurant. She married Raymond LeRoy Meyer November 30, 1946 at the Little Brown Church in Nashua. They lived in Geneva for thirteen years and then moved to Eldora in 1959. She worked at the Iowa State Training School for Boys for 25 years and retired in 1985. She was a member of St. John's United Church of Christ and she enjoyed gardening, flowers (she had hundreds of African Violets), quilting, dancing and visiting with family and friends. She took care of several older neighbors and friends over the years in Eldora. She is survived by her children: Dale (Kim) Meyer of State Center, IA; Duane (Linda) Meyer of Springfield, IL; Dallas Meyer of Grand Junction, CO; Donna (Richard) Blanchard of Ackley, IA; a special friend, William Oelmann of Ackley; 8 grandchildren, 3 step grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; 5 step-great grandchildren; 8 step-great great grandchildren; brothers Raymond (Dorothy) Knipfel of Hampton, Arnold Knipfel of Ackley and sister Dorothy Meyer of Ackley. She was preceeded in death by her parents, her husband, brothers Earl, Harley, Merle Knipfel and sister, Florence Harms. Jennie Sherfield age 90, of Ackley, died on Sunday, September 2, 2007 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Funeral services are 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, at Faith Presbyterian Church rural Ackley with burial in the church cemetery. Visitaton will be from 5-7 p.m., Monday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Jennie Sherfield was born May 2, 1917 at rural Geneva, Iowa the daughter of Onno and Sarah (Wilken) Freese. She received her education in the local country school. She was united in marriage to Thomas Sherfield on December 3, 1941 at the Geneva Methodist Church. Jennie was a member of Faith Presbyterian Church where she was active in W.I.C., Sewing Group, and Bible Studies. She is survived by her husband of more than 65 years, Thomas, of Ackley; one son Clarence Sherfield and his wife Joanne of Ackley; a daughter, Marlene Sprain and her husband Bruce of Glenwood, IA.; two granddaughters, Andrea McLean of St. Paul, MN. and Rebecca Johnson and her husband Eric of Aplington, IA.; two great grandchildren, Hannah and Alan Johnson both of Aplington; one brother, Fredrick J. Freese of Ackley; a sister-in-law Ramona Sherfield of Eldora, IA. She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, two sisters, a brother-in-law and three sisters-in-law. Rosie Sielaff, age 94, of Buckeye, died on Wednesday, August 29, 2007 at the Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Saturday at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Buckeye with burial in Sherman Township Cemetery rural Buckeye. Visitation will be from 5 -7 p.m. Friday at Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Memorials have been established to L.W.M.L. and The Lutheran Hour. Rosina Sielaff was born June 22, 1913 at rural Buckeye, IA. the daughter of Fred and Minnie Fuhrman Sielaff. She received her education in Buckeye graduating from Buckeye High School in 1932. Rosie continued her education graduating from Beauty School in Waterloo. Following her graduation she worked in Decorah before moving to Iowa Falls to open the S & L Beauty Shop with Vi Weatherman. She later worked the Hair Care Center with Judy Clock from where she retired after 60 years of work. Rosie was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Buckeye where she had played the organ and taught Sunday School, and also was a member of Ladies Aid where she had held different offices. Survivors include one sister, Freida Oakland of Eldora, IA.; one brother, Erwin Sielaff of Houston, TX.; six nephews and eight nieces. She was preceded in death by her parents, five sisters, Esther Schwartz, Leona Cozart, Marie Berkebile, Dorothea Wiesner and Laura Smith; three brothers, Al, Wilfred, and Arnold. John Van Lenning age 87, of Ackley, died on Friday, August 17, 2007 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Tuesday at the United Methodist Church in Geneva with burial in the Oakwood Cemetery, Ackley. Visitation will be 5-8 P.M. Monday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. John Van Lenning, the son of George and Anna Van Lenning, was born February 28, 1920, in the Netherlands. He immigrated to the United States with his parents at the age of three. He went to school in a one-room schoolhouse in the rural Ackley area and lived around Geneva and Ackley his entire life. John was united in marriage to Wanda Lamb in Iowa Falls, IA. on March 23, 1947. John's life was centered around his family and his love for farming. At an early age, he was helping neighbors with farm work. He and Wanda farmed west of Geneva for many years. John took great pride in being one of the first farmers to have crops planted in the spring and an early harvest in the fall. John also drove a milk truck for a number of years. He moved to Ackley after Wanda's death. Left to cherish John's memory are his three children, John Kent Van Lenning (Pat) of Belmond; Sandra Heiden of Alden; Christal Munyon (Howard) of Ankeny; four grandchildren; Ryan Van Lenning, Berkeley, CA; Cory Van Lenning, Bellevue, NE; Bret Heiden, (Tricia) Iowa Falls and Jason Heiden of Alden. Step-grandchildren, Tammy Freerks (Bill) of Belmond; Todd Mennenga (Dawn) and step-great grandchildren Dalton & Danielle of Clear Lake. Preceding John in death were his wife, Wanda; his parents, George and Anna; two brothers, Pete and Henry; and his son-in-law, Merle Heiden. Lawrence Eide, age 93, of Iowa Falls, died on Friday, August 10, 2007 at the Scenic Manor Nursing Home in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Thursday at the United Methodist Church in Alden with burial in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour before services at the church on Thursday. Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls is in charge of arrangements. Lawrence was born on July 29, 1914 in rural Williams, the son of Joseph and Gentle (Knickerbocker) Eide. He graduated from the Alden High School in 1930 and on March 17, 1938 he was united in marriage to Ione Thompson in Dubuque, Iowa. Lawrence had farmed all of his life, he was on the Board of Directors for the Alden Co-op for 15 years; was on most church boards; and was a member of the PTA of the Alden School system. Lawrence is survived by his two sons Roger Eide and his wife Lori and Marvin and his wife Ethel all of Iowa Falls; four grandsons, Kevin Eide and his wife Kelly of Colorado Springs, Co., Curtis Eide and his wife Kaaren of Rochester, MN., Gregory Eide and his wife Gina of Dunlap, IL. and Brian Eide of Des Moines, IA.; two great-grandsons, Nathan and Daniel Eide both of Rochester MN. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; and two brothers, Vernon and Garnet Eide. Alan C. Oelmann, age 54, of Ackley, died on Thursday, August 9, 2007, at Mercy Medical Center in Mason City. Funeral services will be held Monday at 1:30 P.M. at the First Presbyterian Church in Aplington with burial in the Oakwood Cemetery, Ackley. Visitation will be held on Sunday from 2-6 P.M. at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Alan was born on August 25, 1952 in Waterloo, Iowa, to Charles and Ruth (Adolfs) Oelmann. He graduated from Aplington High School in 1970. He graduated in 1972 from Hawkeye Tech in Ag Power Mechanics. Alan was united in marriage to Sharon Neessen on April 12, 1976 in Austinville. He worked many years for DeVries Trucking of Austinville and was presently working at Eaton Corp in Belmond. In 1995 he was one of the founders of the West Franklin EMS and was the first President. He later became an EMT-B and an EMT-I. In 1999 he became a Paramedic Specialist and a member of the Ackley Ambulance. Alan is survived by his wife, Sharon; one daughter, Jennifer Oelmann of Des Moines; two sons, Heath Oelmann and his wife, Heather of Lakehurst, NJ and Riley Oelmann at home; one son-in-law, Matthew Hansen of Independence; one grandson, Jayden Hansen and two granddaughters, Hallie and Hannah Oelmann; three brothers, Keith Oelmann and his wife, Deb of Aplington, Warren Oelmann and his wife, Cindy of Austinville, and Brian Oelmann of Austinville; two sisters, Janet Robinson of Ackley, Donna Muhs and her husband, Joe of Adel; and one sister-in-law, Dee Monson and her husband, Wayne of Waverly, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Ruth; one brother, Ed; his brother-in-law, Richard Robinson; his nephew, Justin Robinson, and his mother and father-in law Richard and Dorothy Neessen. Bernice "Dolly" Hahn, age 78 of Alden, died on Monday, August 6, 2007 at the Heritage Care Center in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Thursday at the First Christian Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the Hazelgreen Cemetery, Ackley. Visitation will be 6-8 P.M. Wednesday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Bernice was born on September 24, 1928 in Dows, Iowa, the daughter of Alvin and Martha (Cooper) Oleson. She attended the Iowa Falls High School and on September 5, 1945 she was united in marriage to Donald Hahn in Iowa Falls. Bernice enjoyed watching humming birds. She is survived by her daughter, Jackie Chaplin of Hubbard; a son, Donald Michael (Mike) Hahn of Garden City; six grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and three sisters, Marjorie Groff of Iowa Falls, Aileen Robinson of Iowa Falls, and Wanda Kloetzer of Geneva. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Donald; a son, Roger Hahn; and two brothers, Leo and Merton Oleson. Ruth Johnson, age 84 of Iowa Falls, died on Wednesday, August 1, 2007 at Scenic Manor Nursing Home in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 1:30 P.M. Saturday at the Popejoy United Methodist Church with burial in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be 5-7 P.M. Friday at the Surls Funeral Home Iowa Falls. Ruth V. Johnson was born July 25, 1923 the daughter of Chris H. and Matilda Timm Thompson in Franklin County. She attended school in Alexander, Iowa graduating with the class of 1940. On February 21, 1948 she was united in marriage to Kenneth W. Johnson at Kasson, MN. They made their home in Popejoy where Ruth was Postmaster, retiring in 1993. She was a member of Popejoy United Methodist Church, Clarion Chapter of Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary, Oak Hill Cemetery Association, and Town and Country Senior Citizens. Survivors include a son Gary Johnson and wife Vonda of Alden, IA.; a daughter, Julie Hook of Guttenberg, IA.; son, John Johnson and wife Shelley of Burnsville, N.C.; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; a sister Beverly Larson of Rochester, MN. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Kenneth in 1976, three brothers, and four sisters. Rachel Janette Moews, age 61, of Ackley, died on Tuesday, July 31, 2007 at Ellsworth Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:00 A.M. Saturday at the First Presbyterian Church in Ackley. Visitation will be Friday from 5-8 P.M. at the Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Ackley. The Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley is in charge of arrangements. A memorial fund has been established. Memorials may be sent to the family which will be directed to the Cougar's Den Preschool and Daycare in Ackley. Rachel was born on February 21, 1946 in Blue Island, IL, the daughter of Elwin and Helene (Wuest) Mueller. She graduated from the Bremen High School in Midlothian, IL. Rachel was united in marriage to William (Bill) Moews on January 28, 1967 in Midlothian, IL. She attended Illinois State and Wartburg and graduated from UNI in 1971 with her BA Degree and Drake Univ. in 2000 with her MA Degree. She was a school teacher for 21 yrs. at AGWSR and a Principal for 4 yrs. at West Bend-Mallard, retiring in 2004. She was a member of the School Administrators of Iowa; AAPHEAD; Red Hats; Sisterhood; Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Ackley which she was on the Church Council, Bible Study leader and confirmation teacher. She started the Volleyball program in Ackley in 1979-80, which she coached, was a Cheerleading Sponsor at Ackley; Student Government Sponsor (Homecoming and Prom) at Ackley; Swimming Pool Manager at Ackley; EMT at Ackley; Summer Recreational Director at Hudson; County 4-H Director at Waukon; Bell choir member at St. John's Lutheran Church in Waukon; and bus driver at Hudson and Waukon. Rachel is survived by her husband, Bill; two sons, Dr. Dean Moews and his wife, Rev. Susie of Estherville and their children, Kaitlin, Becca, Jacob, and Sarah; Bret Moews and his wife, Lucinda of Keosaqua and their children, Ben and Alix; a daughter, Janette Stecker and her husband, Aaron of Cedar Rapids and their children, Nathan, William, and Raelyn; four brothers, Roy Mueller and his wife, Carol of Steedman, MO, Eric Mueller and his wife, Dee of Steedman, MO, Rev. James Mueller and his wife, Carol of Polk City, and William Mueller and his wife, Grace of Homer Glen, IL; and a foster brother, Louis Young and his wife, Cindy of Phoenix, AZ.; a sister, Gretchen Mueller of Steedman, MO. She was preceded in death by her parents. Lyle Hames, age 73, of Williams, died on Friday, July 27, 2007 at his home. Graveside memorial services are 10:30 a.m. Thursday at St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery in Williams. Memorial contributions can be sent to P.O. Box 201, Williams, IA. 50271. Surls Funeral Home in Williams is in charge of arrangements. Lyle Andrew Hames was born May 5, 1934 at Williams Iowa the son of Fred and Wilna (Williams) Hames. He received his early education at Williams Independent School and graduated from Williams High School with the Class of 1951. Lyle served his country in the United States Army. Following his discharge from the Army Lyle returned to Williams and was united in marriage to Patricia Killeen at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Williams. The couple later divorced. Lyle worked in sales and service for Massey Ferguson in Williams. He was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church and the Iowa Falls Elks Lodge. Lyle enjoyed fishing, especially his trips to Canada with his close friends. Lyles free time was spent taking care of his birds and squirrels. Survivors include his daughter, Debora Cappello and husband Paul and their children Abby, Emily and Nathan all of Ankeny; two sisters, Helen Johnson and her husband Richard of Perryville, AK and Pat Clifford and her husand Stan of Russelville, AK. He was preceded in death by his parents, and a niece, Laura Clifford Lynch. Theola Orlean Chaplin, age 78, of Iowa Falls, died on Friday, July 27, 2007 at the Eldora Nursing and Rehab. Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Wednesday at the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the Union Cemetery, Iowa Falls. Visitation will be 5-7 PM Tuesday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Memorials may be made to the Iowa Falls Public Library. Theola was born on January 30, 1929 in Lake Mills, IA, the daughter of Oscar and Tilda (Brakke) Anderson, joining four brothers and seven sisters. She attended school in Lake Mills prior to moving to Iowa Falls in 1944. Theola graduated from the Iowa Falls High School in 1946. On June 15, 1947 Theola married Merle Chaplin making their home in rural Iowa Falls. Theola was active in neighborhood groups, attending local High School sporting events, the Iowa Falls Elk's Club, Bridge and other card groups and was devoted to her family. Theola is survived by her husband, Merle; their children Karla (Bob) Rankin of Johnston, Tom (Robbi) Chaplin of Bradenton, FL, Randy Chaplin of Madison, WI, and Kristi Chaplin of Henderson, NV; four grandchildren; and seven great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; four brothers; and six sisters. Dennis Ubben, age 64, of Aplington, died on Thursday, July 26, 2007 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Monday at the United Methodist Church in Ackley with burial in the Oakwood Cemetery, Ackley. Visitation will be 2-5 PM Sunday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Full Military Rites by the Elliott-Keninger Post #252 of Ackley. Dennis was born on February 15, 1943 in Aplington, Iowa, the son of Harm and Mildred (Harken) Ubben. He graduated from the Ackley High School in 1961 and Ellsworth College, where he played football. Dennis was in the U.S. Army, serving during the Vietnam War. He had farmed all of his life and was a member of the United Methodist Church in Ackley. Dennis is survived by his Uncles and Aunts, Tako and Grace Ubben of Aplington; Evelyn and Bill Keninger of Ackley, Merna and Gordon Sietsema of Hampton and Emma Harken of Ackley; and many cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Darrell. Catherine Deats, age 98, of Iowa Falls, died on Tuesday, July 24, 2007 at Scenic Manor Nursing Home in Iowa Falls. Funeral Mass will be 10:00 A.M. Saturday at the St. Mark's Catholic Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the St. Mark's Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4-8 P.M. Friday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls with family receiving friends from 6-8 P.M. There will be a 7 P.M. Prayer service Friday evening. Catherine was born on April 7, 1909 in North Platte, Nebraska, the daughter of Edward and Rose (McGovern) Garrison. She attended school in North Platte and graduated in 1927 from the North Platte High School. On April 12, 1930, she married Stover Deats in Grand Island, Nebraska. They lived in Grand Island until 1959 at which time they moved to Omaha. After Stover retired in 1972, they moved to Iowa Falls. Catherine was a member of the St. Mark's Catholic Church in Iowa Falls and the St. Mark's Women's Group. She is survived by her son, Philip and his wife, Barbara of Des Moines; a daughter, Barbara Dunlay and her husband, Robert of Iowa Falls; five grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; and two great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; brother; and one great grandchild. Bernard A. Cobie age 78, of Ackley, died on Monday, July 23, 2007 at Allen Memorial Hospital in Waterloo of pneumonia. Funeral services will be 1:30 P.M. Thursday at the East Friesland Presbyterian Church, Ackley with burial in the Oakwood Cemetery, Ackley. Visitation will be 4-8 P.M. Wednesday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Full military rites provided by the Elliot-Keninger American Legion Post #252 of Ackley. Bernard Arthur Cobie was born on April 27, 1929, the son of Richard and Grace (Heitland) Cobie of rural Ackley. He graduated from the Ackley High School in 1947. Bernie married Mary Ann Winters on March 9, 1956 at the EUB in Ackley. Bernie farmed southeast of Ackley his entire life with the exception of 4 years that he served in the United States Navy. Bernie was a member of the Elliott-Keninger American Legion Post #252 of Ackley for 51 years; a life-long member of the East Friesland Church where he held many offices; and the Ackley Country Club. Bernie is survived by his wife, Mary Ann; one son, Rick (Darla) of Ackley; one daughter, Paula (Mike) Abbas of Ackley; and 5 grandchildren, Ryan Abbas, Joshua Cobie, Lindsey Abbas, Alyssa Cobie, and Jordan Cobie. Bernie was preceded in death by his parents; and a sister in infancy, Maxine. LaVonne (Jackie) Green, age 81, of Ackley, died on Sunday, July 22, 2007 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Wednesday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley with burial in the Oakwood Cemetery, Ackley. Visitation will be 6-8 P.M. Tuesday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. LaVonne (Jackie) Green was born on June 27, 1926 in Ackley, Iowa, the daughter of William and Daisy (Leach) Schultz. She graduated from the Ackley High School. On December 9, 1950 Jackie was united in marriage to Carlos Green in Pacific Junction, Iowa. Jackie is survived by her husband, Carlos; a daughter, Karla Calkins and her husband, Dennis of Mason City; a sister, Mildred Humke and her husband, Paul of Ackley; a brother-in-law, John Green and his wife, Barb of St. Joseph, MO; three sisters-in-law, LaVetta Konfrst and her husband, Jim of Plattsmouth, NE, Marlene Erickson and her husband, Chuck of Kent, and Paulette Foutch and her husband, Gene of Abingdon, IL; and three cousins, Wilma Klemme of Ackley, Dale Schultz of Ackley, and David Turner of Charles City. She was preceded in death by her parents. Dr. Daniel W. Brown, devoted husband, loving father, educator, and community leader, died Thursday, July 19 at his home in Iowa Falls. He was 62. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Monday at the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls with a 4:00 P.M. graveside service on Tuesday at the Long Point Cemetery in Wapella, IL. Visitation will be 2-6 P.M. Sunday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Expressions of sympathy may be directed to the Dan Brown Memorial Fund. Daniel Warren Brown was born on July 18, 1945 along with his twin brother, David, to Hendra Lawrence and Violet Irene Brown. Dan grew up working on his family's farm near Bloomington, IL. In 1965, Dan and his brother David enlisted in the United States Army. Dan earned the rank of First Lieutenant and served in Vietnam from 1967 to 1968 where he was a Combat Infantry Platoon Leader. For his service, Dan was awarded five Purple Hearts, two Bronze Stars for Valor, and the Silver Star and numerous other medals. He often said his proudest achievement during his service was that he never lost a solider in Vietnam. In 1998, former Iowa Governor Terry Branstad called Dan possibly the most highly decorated Vietnam veteran in the State of Iowa. Shortly after returning from Vietnam in June of 1968, Dan married his high school sweetheart, Cynthia Cooper. He then attended Illinois State University in Normal, IL, where he earned a Bachelor's of Science degree in Agriculture and Business Administration. He later earned both a Master's of Science degree in Agriculture Education and a Ph.D. in Higher Education from Iowa State University in Ames, IA. The Browns moved to Iowa Falls in 1973 where Dan began his position as Farm Management Professor at Ellsworth Community College. In addition, he served as Division Head of the Ag and Building Trades program from 1990 to 1999. Throughout his 28 years at Ellsworth, Dan taught 27 different courses and thousands of students who are now scattered across Iowa and the United States. Dan especially loved visiting students on working farms as part of on the job training. Dan strongly believed in community service and civic participation. He held numerous positions and leadership roles in the community and professional organizations. Dan's first elected position came at age 17 when he was elected the Illinois State Student President for the Junior Academy of Science. He campaigned on the slogan that fit him for a lifetime-Dan Brown: Ready, Willing and Able. Locally, Dan was a longtime member and chair of the Iowa Falls Library Board of Directors. He joined the Iowa Falls City Council in 1993 and served as Mayor of Iowa Falls from 1994 through 2002. Dan was instrumental in strategic planning in Iowa Falls and the Barlow Memorial Library, Meyer Aquatic Center, Ellsworth Carnegie Building, and pedestrian pathway are all testimonies to his leadership and vision. Much of the planning for the Fire Station and new city street garage was also done under his tenure. Dan was very proud to help attract and expand industry in Iowa Falls while he served as mayor. In 1998, Dan won a three-way primary election for the state office of Secretary of Agriculture. He became the Republican nominee for the statewide election and won 88 out of 99 counties. Dan left Ellsworth in 2001 to serve as the Iowa State Director of Rural Development for the USDA. Dan held this presidential appointed position until 2005. As the State Director, Dan oversaw 136 personnel in eleven state locations, and administered a record-setting $431 million annual budget for Community Programs, Housing Programs, and Business and Cooperative Programs. In 2005, Dan started his own business, Dan Brown Consulting to provide management services for rural communities, small businesses, and schools. Dan was also the Senior Associate with Ahnemann Associates. Dan served as Executive Board Vice Chair for the Silos and Smokestacks National Heritage Area, was on The Council for Vocational and Technical Education in Agriculture, was State President for AVA, was on the board of directors for the Iowa Association of Agricultural Educators, and was a Life Member of the National FFA. On the international level, Dan was founder and president of Sister City with Georgievsk, Stavropol Krai, Russia, hosting educational exchange partnerships as well as leading numerous trips to study agriculture in Russia. Dan received recurring recognition for his dedication and service throughout his professional life and was noted for his distinguished service by the Iowa Post Secondary Agriculture Student Organization, Iowa Association of Agriculture Educators and Iowa FFA Association. He was named as Iowa Outstanding Young Agriculture Educator and Outstanding Educator at Ellsworth Community College. Over the course of his career, Dan was awarded grants by the Iowa Young Farmer Association, Iowa Community College Vision 2020 Agriculture, Fulbright Scholarship Study Abroad and National Pork Producers Council. Of all of numerous accomplishments, Dan was most proud of his family. Dan is survived by his wife, Cynthia, of Iowa Falls; son Timothy of Florence, MA; son Dana and wife Melinda of Austin, TX; son Jeremy and wife Stephanie of Ogden, UT; and daughters, Kendra of Ankeny, IA; and Lindsay, of Cedar Falls. Also surviving are his brother David and wife Lorene of Bloomington, IL; sister Nancy Dewey and husband Joseph of Paxton, IL, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceeded in death by his parents and his brother, John. Dan lived by the credo that he told all: "Continue always to do what's right even though it may not be easy or politically correct." Howard Henry Greenfield, age 89, of Ackley, died on Thursday, July 5, 2007 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Memorial services are 1:00 p.m. Saturday, July 21, 2007 at St. John's U.C.C. in Ackley. Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley is in charge of the arrangements. A memorial has been established to the Presbyterian Village. Howard Henry Greenfield was born February 11, 1918 at Ackley, Iowa the son of Henry and Cora Hackrott Greenfield. He received his early education at Ackley and graduated from Ackley High School. He was united in marriage to Dorothy Mae Aalfs October 10, 1940 at Ackley. Howard farmed in Ackley until moving to town in 1998. He was a member of St. John's UCC, Rotary and was on the Presbyterian Village Board. Survivors include his wife of 66 years, Dorothy, of Ackley, three daughters, Linda Kay Miller and husband Neulyn of Pleasantville, IA., Carol Ann Boal and husband Jim of Casper, WY. and Kathryn Sue Ingham and her husband, Mark of Marshalltown; eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents. Tjada Swanetta Sweers, age 97, of Iowa Falls, died on Sunday, June 24, 2007 at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Wednesday at the United Methodist Church in Alden with burial in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be 2 hours prior to services at the church on Wednesday with family receiving friends one hour prior to services. The Surls Funeral Home in Alden is in charge of arrangements. Tjada Swanetta Sweers was born on August 20, 1909 in Alden, Iowa, the daughter of Avis and Fannie (VanGerpen) Sweers. She was a graduate of the Alden High School and received her teaching certificate from Ellsworth College. She taught school at Buckeye. Tjada was a member of the Alden Cemetery Society and the United Methodist Church in Alden, where she held various offices at church and was very active. She taught the Cradle Roll Sunday School Class. Tjada is survived by her two nieces, Elizabeth Janes and her husband, Robert of Ames and Carolyn Sweers of Lake Geneva, WI; and two great nephews, Jeff and Mike Janes. She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, John Sweers and sister-in-law, Elma Sweers. Leonard Charles Harms, age 79, of Iowa Falls, died on Friday, June 1, 2007 at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Tuesday at the First Congregational United Church of Christ in Iowa Falls with burial in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be 4-7 P.M. Monday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. A memorial fund has been established. Full Military Rites provided by the Iowa Falls American Legion Post ##188. Leonard was born on December 30, 1927 in rural Alden, Iowa, the son of John and Emma (Lettow) Harms. He attended Meadow Green Country School District #10 and graduated from Alden High School in 1946. Leonard served in the U.S. Army in Germany from 1951-53. He was united in marriage to Lois Mae Murra on April 10, 1955 at the St. John's United Church of Christ in Ackley. Leonard was a farmer, retiring in 1991. He and Lois enjoyed traveling. He was a life long member of the United Church of Christ in both Alden and Iowa Falls and he was a very active member and Board member of the Alden church. He was a member of the American Legion for over 50 years, with both the Collins-Dunning American Legion Post #201 of Alden and the Hyman-Peavey American Legion Post #188 of Iowa Falls, Iowa Falls Elks Club B.P.O.E. Lodge #1674, he was on the ASCS Committee for 10 years, and he was a Drainage Trustee of District 18 of Alden Township for 30 years. Leonard is survived by his wife, Lois; two daughters, Cheryl Kay Rankin and her husband, Jack of Iowa Falls and Cathi Ann Perlenfein and her husband, Thomas of Eagan, MN; a son, Robert (Bob) Charles Harms of Alden; four grandsons, Mark Rankin and his wife, Alicia of Iowa Falls, Matthew Rankin of Jacksonville, IL, Steven Perlenfein of Eagan, MN, and Scott Perlenfein of Eagan, MN; two great grandchildren, Riley Rankin and Karaline Rankin; and two brothers, Delmar W. Harms and Wm. Earl Harms, both of Alden. He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Verla Sielaff; a cousin, Marlys Shearer, and many fond family and friends who have passed. Waunetta E. Hosch, age 93, of Ackley, died on Friday, May 25, 2007 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Mass of the Resurrection will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Ackley with burial in St. Mary's Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Monday with a Scripture service at 7:00 p.m. at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Waunetta Eleanor Hosch, the daughter of Clarence and Charlotte (Conger) Hunt, was born September 9, 1913 at Kenesaw, NE and moved to Chappell, NE in 1918. She graduated from the Chappell High School and continued her education at Kearney State Teacher's College in Kearney, NE. She taught in rural schools near Big Springs and Lewellen, NE. On July 19,1937 she and Francis X. Hosch were married at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Monticello, IA. They moved to Ackley, IA in 1938 where they raised their family. Waunetta was a homemaker and a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Ackley and St. Mary's Alter Society. She belonged to several bridge clubs and enjoyed playing cards and games with family and friends. Waunetta loved family picnics, bird watching and searching for wild flowers. Survivors include two sons, Duane F. Hosch and wife Carlita of Parkersburg and Robert G. Hosch and wife Rebecca of Aplington; two daughters, Patricia J. Laing and husband Ronald of Iowa Falls and Janet G. Fenton and husband Calvin of Alden; 12 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren; two sister-in-laws LaVern Bonewitz of Ackley and Marge Hosch of Monticello, IA.. She was preceded in death by her husband and parents; three sisters and a great-granddaughter. Leola Kuper, age 95, of Ackley, died on Monday, May 21, 2007 at her home. Funeral services will be 2:00 P.M. Wednesday at the West Friesland Presbyterian Church, Ackley with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be 5-8 P.M. Tuesday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Leola was born on June 12, 1911, on the family farm in Grundy County, the daughter of Charles and Marion (Folkerts) Neymeyer. She attended German Tsp. School. On June 22, 1939 she was united in marriage to Folkert M. Kuper. She moved into town in 1974, after living on the farm since 1940. Leola was a member of the West Friesland Presbyterian Church. Leola is survived by her two daughters, Darlene Lindaman and her husband, Gary of Ackley and Marlys Wessels and her husband, Jack of Ackley; a son, Leroy Kuper and his wife, Marlene of Ackley; a daughter-in-law, Catherine Kuper of Ackley; 14 grandchildren; 26 great grandchildren; a sister, Lucile Murra of Greenfield; a brother, Harvey Muller and his wife, Margaret of Iowa Falls; a sister-in-law, Gertrude Neymeyer of Waterloo; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Folkert; a son, Ronald F. Kuper; a brother, Benjamin Neymeyer; Merle in infancy; a grandson, Jeffrey Lindaman; and a granddaughter, Heather Crotty. Tillie Harken, age 89, of Ackley, died on Sunday, May 13, 2007 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Funeral services will be 1:00 P.M. Thursday at the St. John's United Church of Christ in Ackley with burial in the Oakwood Cemetery, Ackley. Visitation will be 6-8 P.M. Wednesday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Tillie Harken was born on June 17, 1917 in Ackley, Iowa, the daughter of Folkert and Gertrude (Boelman) Kuper. She attended country schools. On May 30, 1938 Tillie was united in marriage to Harold Harken in Ackley. She and her husband farmed in rural Ackley before moving to town in the early 70's, she also worked at Jeans Tot and Teen. Tillie was a member of the St. John's United Church of Christ in Ackley. Tillie is survived by her son, Dallas and his wife, Mary of Waterloo; a daughter, Roxie Ploeger and her husband, Gordon of Decatur, TX; 9 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Jean Dennis of Ackley and Lyda Bissell of Arlington, TX. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Harold; and two brothers, Harm and George Kuper. Robert "Bob" H. Muhlenbruch, age 63, of Ackley, died on Saturday, May 12, 2007 at his home. Services will be 10:30 A.M. Wednesday at the Presbyterian Church in Ackley. Visitation will be 4-7 P.M. Tuesday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Memorials may be directed to the Ackley Ambulance Service, Hospice of North Iowa, or the Ackley Senior Housing. Robert was born on October 26, 1943 in Hampton, Iowa, the son of Henry and Minnie (Uilk) Muhlenbruch. He graduated from the Hampton High School in 1962 and completed his undergraduate work and obtained his law degree at the Univ. of Iowa in 1969. He was a member of the ATO social fraternity and Phi Delta Phi legal fraternity, Iowa Bar Association, American Bar Association, and Hardin County Bar Association. He was on the Ackley Housing Board and Ackley Ambulance Board. He was a member of the Hardin County Board of Health, Past Mental Health Referee, Chamber of Commerce, American Legion, and ACLU. He was in the US Army from 1969-71. Robert is survived by his four sisters, Gertrude Muhlenbruch of Hampton, Laura Myers and her husband, Dale of Polk City, Alice Muhlenbruch of Hampton, and Karen Mann and her husband, Harold of Urbandale; a companion, Suzie DeVries of Steamboat Rock; two nieces, Brenda Mann of Urbandale and Rita Mann of Chandler, AZ; a nephew, Randy Liggett and his wife, Becky of Waukee; a great niece, Nicole Mann of Chandler, AZ and a great nephew, Jeff Liggett of Waukee. He was preceded in death by his parents and a nephew, Craig Mann. Max G. Ibeling, age 57, of Ackley, died on Friday, May 11, 2007 at his home. Funeral services are 11:00 a.m. Tuesday at First Presbyterian Church in Ackley. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery with military honors by Elliot-Keninger Post #252 of Ackley. Visitation will be from 4:30 - 7:00 p.m. Monday at Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Max G. Ibeling was born August 16, 1949 at Waterloo, Iowa the son of George and LaVerne (Quandahl) Ibeling. He was a graduate of Ackley - Geneva High School, Ellsworth Jr. College and University of Northern Iowa. Max served his country in the United States Army at Ft. Dix, New Jersey. He worked in cash control at Disney World in Orlando, Fl. for 7 years. Max returned to Ackley and became an Insurance Agent working with his parents and later purchased Ibeling Insurance in Ackley. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Ackley and Ackley American Legion Elliot-Keninger Post #252. Survivors include his parents, George and LaVerne Ibeling of Ackley; nephew, Daniel Ibeling of New Hampton; niece, Janelle Ibeling of Ackley and a sister-in-law, Debbie Ibeling-Swanson. He was preceded in death by a brother, Neil Ibeling. Opal Norris, age 87, of Iowa Falls, died on Friday, May 11, 2007 at the University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City. Memorial services are 2:00 p.m., Monday at the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls with burial in Oak Hill Cemetery at Popejoy. Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls is in charge of arrangements. Opal B. Norris was born February 21, 1920 at Iowa Falls, IA. the daughter of Henry and Carrie (Rassmusson) Kline. She received her education in Popejoy graduating from Popejoy High School with the class of 1937 and attended Ellsworth College. Opal taught school at Mayesville, Mallory and Lee Center. She later worked for Ellsworth Hospital for over nineteen years retiring in 1995. Opal married George Norris March of 1946 at Waterloo, IA. the couple later divorced. Opal was a member of First United Methodist Church, Ruth Circle, Methodist Quilters, and Legion Auxiliary. Survivors include her daughters, Judy Norris of Davenport and Karen Brocksmith and husband Brad of Des Moines; son, Michael Norris and wife Dawn of Oshkosh, WI.; grandchildren Lynn Rohloff, Steven Norris and Kristi Brocksmith; great-grandchildren, FayLynn, KayLee and Carli Brocksmith, Oliver and Zoey Norris, and Natalie Rohloff; two brothers, Ray Kline and wife Carmel of Iowa Falls and Harry Kline of Arizona. She was preceded in death by her parents, four brothers, Donald, Kenneth, Willard and Marvin; four sisters, Mable Ladd, Gladys Palo, Emma Davison and Viola Colberg. Jolene Jass, age 49, of Alden, died on Sunday, April 29, 2007 at Ellsworth Municipal in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Wednesday at the Immanuel Memorial UCC in Alden with burial in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be 6-8 PM Tuesday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Jolene J. Jass was born September 19, 1957 at Hampton, IA. the daughter of Marion and Betty (Hutchinson) Jass. She graduated from Alden High School with the class of 1975. Jolene was a Dietician at Ashbrook Assisted Living in Iowa Falls. She belonged to the Toby Keith fan club. She is survived by her mother, Betty Jass of Alden; brothers, Steven Jass and his wife, Colleen of Alden and Terry Jass of Iowa Falls; nephew Travis Jass and his wife, Dianne and their children Matthew and Josh all of Fort Dodge; niece, Angela Jass of Wilmington, DE.; uncle, Robert Hutchinson of Alden and an aunt, Bonnie Newlin of Alden. Calvin M. Simons, age 46 of Iowa Falls, died Thursday, April 26, 2007 at the Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Monday at the First Congregational U.C.C. in Iowa Falls with burial in Northlawn Cemetery. Visitation will be 3 -5 p.m. Sunday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Calvin Marlyn Simons was born October 10, 1960 the son of Charles and Patricia (Reed) Simons. He graduated from Iowa Falls High School in 1979. He married Jaci Blanchard August 15, 1981 at Iowa Falls, Iowa. Calvin was employed with Cargill in Iowa Falls. Calvin was a member of the Iowa Falls Elks Club B.P.O.E. Lodge #1674, he was a avid Nascar fan and enjoyed golfing in his free time. Calvin is survived by his wife Jaci of Iowa Falls; two daughters, Heather Newton of Iowa Falls and Emily Hager and husband Jon of Iowa Falls; parents, Charles and Patricia Simons of Iowa Falls; three grandchildren, Tate, Karli, and Gage; his parents, Charles and Patricia Simons of Iowa Falls; a sister, Pamela Ites and husband Scott of Shellsburg, IA.; two brothers, Jeff Simons and wife Monica of Wellsburg and John Simons and wife Sherry of Iowa Falls; special relatives, Daun and Danny Kopp of San Diego, CA. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Marlyn and Bernice Reed and Carl and Lillian Simons and his father-in-law, Ed Blanchard. Ronald Douglas Fisher, age 73, of Wellsburg, died on Wednesday, April 18, 2007 at his home. Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Saturday at the East Friesland Presbyterian Church in Ackley with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be 4-8 P.M. Friday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. A memorial fund has been established. Full Military Rites provided by the Elliott-Keninger American Legion Post #252 of Ackley. Ronald Douglas Fisher was born on February 8, 1934 in Marshalltown, Iowa, the son of Arend and Jennie (Sietsema) Fisher. He graduated from the Steamboat Rock High School and received his Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of Dubuque and one year of Seminary. He served in the U.S. Army from 1952-54. Ronald was a licensed lay pastor and served 33 yrs. at St. Peter's U.C.C. in Wellsburg and also farmed. He was a member of various Iowa Conference Committees, Pork Producers Board, Board member of Wigwam Estates; Lake of the Woods, MN. He had a great love for his family, fishing, his cabin, and farming. Ronald is survived by his wife, Vivian of Wellsburg; two sons, Brent Fisher and his wife, Deb of Aplington and Todd Fisher and his wife, Diana of Blair, NE; two daughters, Laura Burger and her husband, Steven of California, MO and Michelle West and her husband, Mike of Winnebago, IL; and 10 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Arnold Fisher; a father-in-law, Frederick Meyer; a son-in-law, Scott Blackmon; and a brother-in-law, Wendell Meyer. Dorothy Dohlman, age 77, of Ackley, died on Sunday, April 15, 2007 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Services will be 11:00 A.M. Thursday at the United Methodist Church, located at 2nd and Hardin Streets in Ackley with burial at the Pleasant Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be 5-8 P.M. Wednesday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. The family would like to thank you for your many acts of kindness and expressions of sympathy and invite you to a time of fellowship at church following the services. Dorothy Ellen Smith was born on January 27, 1930 in Champaign County in Penfield, IL, the daughter of Roy and Rose (Mennenga) Smith. When Dorothy was 12, the family moved to a farm north of Ackley. In 1945 the family moved to town where Dorothy graduated from the Ackley High School in 1948. Dorothy then attended ISTC College to get her teaching certificate which she used to teach in Grundy County for two years. On July 8, 1950, Dorothy married Earl Dohlman. They had six children, Paul, David, Pam, Tom, Tim and Tracy. Dorothy worked at the Presbyterian Village for over 30 years. Her hobbies were playing cards, Boat Club, and Congret Meals. She was a member of the United Methodist Church in Ackley. Dorothy is survived by her six children, nine grandchildren, along with four sisters, Ethel, Gertrude, Doris, and Grace. Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband, Earl (4/22/94), one sister, Mary and three brothers Henry, Harold, and Raymond. Ethel Show, age 89, of Iowa Falls, died on Thursday, April 12, 2007 at the Scenic Manor Nursing Home in Iowa Falls. Mass of the Resurrection will be 10:30 A.M. Monday at the St. Mark's Catholic Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be 3-5:30 P.M. Sunday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls with a 5:30 P.M. Scripture Service. Ethel Show was born on July 17, 1917 in Iowa Falls, Iowa, the daughter of John and Clara (Keninger) Hensing. She graduated from the Iowa Falls High School and Hamilton Business College. Ethel was united in marriage to Raymond Show on July 14, 1938 at the St. Mark's Rectory in Iowa Falls. She had been a homemaker, a secretary for Elmer Hanson and also worked on the Draft Board for WWII. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, Iowa Falls Women's Club, and was a charter member of the Iowa Falls Historical Society. She enjoyed remodeling clothes for herself and others, she did many kinds of hand work, also doll making and dressing them. She also enjoyed painting porcelain and finishing it. She is survived by her brother, Russell Hensing and his wife, Cleva of Iowa Falls and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; two brothers, Albert and Edward Hensing and a sister, Laura Stang. Marjorie Dean, age 88, a resident of the Presbyterian Village in Ackley, Iowa, died Thursday, April 12, 2007, at Allen Memorial Hospital in Waterloo. Celebration of Life services will be held on Monday, April 16, at the Ackley United Methodist Church, located on the corner of Second Avenue and Hardin Street. Visitation will begin at 9:30 a.m., followed by a memorial service at 11:00 a.m. Sietsema Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to the Ackley United Methodist Church and the Presbyterian Village. Marjorie Elaine Duffus was born September 6, 1918, in Grinnell, Iowa. Her parents were Calista (Allbee) Duffus and Claire Duffus. The family moved to a farm south of Iowa Falls during her girlhood. Marjorie graduated from Iowa Falls High School in 1935 and Ellsworth Junior College in 1937. In 1939 Marjorie earned a BA degree from Iowa State Teachers College, majoring in English, Latin, and speech. Marjorie taught at Adair High School for two years. She married Robert Ellis Dean on June 15, 1941. During the war, she taught at three schools in Story County, serving in such varied positions as high school principal and girls' basketball coach. An avid reader, Marjorie founded the Cambridge (Iowa) Public Library, still in operation today. Bob accepted a position as band director and the couple moved to Ackley in August 1947. During the seven decades Marjorie resided there, she volunteered her time and considerable talents in numerous civic and church organizations, including the Ackley Women's Club, United Methodist Women, Band Mothers, and Chapter BN, PEO. In the early 1960s, Marjorie was a founding member of the Ackley AFS Chapter, which brought foreign students to live and study in the community. Marjorie was a faithful, lifelong member of the United Methodist Church, serving her Lord in whatever capacity asked of her. She enjoyed playing bridge in several card clubs, reading, puzzles, needlework, and flower gardening. Marjorie and Bob moved to the Presbyterian Village apartment complex in 1996. During their marriage, they traveled to every state except Alaska, and to several foreign countries. Survivors include Robert, her husband of sixty-five years; daughter Marilyn Mitchem, Bettendorf, Iowa; son Duane Dean, Cedar Falls, Iowa; son-in-law Donald Mitchem, Bettendorf; daughter-in-law Debbie Dean, Cedar Falls; granddaughter Melissa Mitchem, Bozeman, Montana; grandson Mitchell Dean, Cedar Falls; stepsisters Betty (Dale) Anderson, Perry, Iowa; Marilyn (Roger) Umsted, Independence, Missouri; plus nephews, nieces, and cousins. Marjorie was preceded in death by her parents, stepmother Ruth Duffus, stepsister Lois Klingson, and stepbrother-in-law LaVerne Klingson. John Joseph Ulfers, age 54, of Ackley, died on Monday, April 9, 2007, at his home. Services will be 10:30 A.M. Thursday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Family will receive friends from 6-8 P.M. Wednesday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Memorials may be directed to Wendell Ulfers, PO Box 433, Dumont, Iowa, 50625 John Joseph Ulfers was born on February 13, 1953 in Waterloo, Iowa, the son of Wendell and Darlene (Bergman) Ulfers. He graduated from the Ackley Geneva High School. He was united in marriage to Sonja Norem in August of 1974 at the Ackley Methodist Church, they were later divorced. He was retired from shipping and receiving with Chiquita. John is survived by his two daughters, Michelle Reinhardt and her husband, John of Omaha, NE and Jennifer Ulfers of Ackley; a son, Wendell Ulfers and his wife, Angel of Dumont; four granddaughters, Sophia of Omaha, NE, Jazzline of Ackley, Jennace of Ackley, and Jaylin of Ackley; two brothers, Randall Ulfers and his wife, Brenda of Ackley and Richard Ulfers and his wife, Karen of Lemore, CA; two sisters, Bonnie Wiederkehr and her husband, Richard of Ackley and Anita Echelberry and her husband, Gerald of Ackley; various aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and step-father, Max Barnholt. Lois E. Williams, age 77, of Williams, died on Tuesday, April 3, 2007, at the Heritage Care Center in Iowa Falls. Funeral services are 10:30 a.m. Friday at the St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Alden with burial in the Williams Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m., Thursday at the Surls Funeral Home in Williams. In lieu of flowers memorials may be left to the discretion of the family. Lois Esther (Polzin) Williams was born October 15, 1929 at Alden, Iowa the daughter of Ernst and Esther (Bork) Polzin. She received her education in local rural schools and graduated from Alden High School in 1946. Lois was united in marriage to Dean Williams on December 28, 1949 at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Alden. Lois had worked at Williams Savings Bank, Hamilton Manufacturing in Webster City and Barker, Hansen and McNeal Law Firm in Iowa Falls. She was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Alden where she had served as Church Secretary. Lois enjoyed bowling and bingo in her spare time. Survivors include her husband, Dean Williams of Williams, children, Dennis Williams and wife Becky of Orlando, FL., James Williams and wife Jonell of Palm Harbor, Fl., Jon Williams of Largo, FL., Jill Niemann and husband Mike of Wayne, NE. and Kurt Williams and wife Mimi of Trinity, FL.; 8 grandchildren; a sister, Mick Kramer and husband Merle of Steamboat Rock, IA.; two brothers, Ed Polzin and wife Charlene of Marshalltown, IA. and Richard Polzin and wife Sue of Alden, IA. She was preceded in death by her parents, sisters, Paula and Wilma Polzin; a brother, Harold and a son, Steven. Dawn Bissell, age 61, of Iowa Falls, died on Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at the Heritage Care Center in Iowa Falls. Funeral services are11:00 a.m. Friday at the First Congregational United Church of Christ in Iowa Falls. Interment will be 11:30 a.m. Saturday in the Exira Cemetery, Exira, Iowa. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. A memorial fund has been established. Dawn Ann Bissell was born in Omaha, NE on May 8, 1945 to James F. and Joan (Voss) Pressnall. She was later adopted by Conrad L. Johnson. She grew up in Atlantic, Sioux City, and Cedar Rapids. She was an honors student at the Univ. of Iowa, UNI and Ellsworth Community College. Dawn was united in marriage to Norman Bissell on November 22, 1972 at the First Congregational Church in Creston. They moved to Iowa Falls in 1974. She worked in the business office at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital for 8 years and at the Iowa Falls CIRSI group home for 6 years. She was a housewife, and also worked as a volunteer transcriber, tape recording books for the Iowa Department for the Blind. She was a member of the First Congregational United Church of Christ, and served on the Church Council. She enjoyed reading and spending time with her family. Dawn is survived by her husband, Norman; three sons, Douglas Neathery and his wife, Lili of Patagonia, Argentina, John Bissell and his wife, Anna of Grimes, and Patrick and his wife, Katrina of Iowa Falls; five beloved grandchildren, Blake Bissell, Maya Neathery, Drew Bissell, Lee Vanderpool and Dylan Vanderpool ; her mother, Joan Johnson of Atlantic; a brother, Scott Johnson and his wife, Diane; a sister, Lisa Pressnall; two nieces and two nephews. She was preceded in death by her father and step-father. Marvel Mae Ellingson, 85, of Alden, passed away March 23, 2007 at Heritage Care Center in Iowa Falls due to cancer. Funeral services will be Tuesday, March 27 at 10:30 a.m. at the Immanuel Memorial United Church of Christ in Alden, with the Rev. Robert Miller officiating. Visitation will be held Monday, March 26 from 4-8 p.m. at the Surls Funeral Home in Alden. Burial will be in the Alden Cemetery. Marvel Mae (Schroeder) Ellingson was born May 12, 1921 in rural Dows to Herman and Mae (Schroeder) Schroeder. She graduated from Dows High School in 1938. Marvel graduated from the Iowa Teacher's College in Cedar Falls in 1939. She taught country school in Vernon and Oakland Townships for many years. After the country schools closed she taught 4th and 5th grades at Popejoy. She later worked in retail in Iowa Falls working for Strutz Clothiers and then worked many, many years at the Bootery Shoe Store in Iowa Falls. On May 1, 1947 she married Burnell Ellingson at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa. The couple divorced in 1978. Marvel was a member of the Iowa Falls Christian Women's Club and the Immanuel Memorial United Church of Christ in Alden. She enjoyed playing cards, visiting, and spending time with her family. Marvel was a 42-year cancer survivor, as she was first diagnosed in 1965. Marvel is survived by her two children: Doug Ellingson of Alden and Janaan Harding and husband, Duane of Alden and her five grandchildren and six great-granddaughters: Randy Harding, wife Stacey and great-granddaughters Aleksei, Emma, and Abigail of Omaha; Tina Carter, husband Scott and great-granddaughter Lauren of Des Moines; Jason Ellingson, wife Amanda and great-granddaughters Grace and Elle of Ames; Jennie Ellingson of Omaha; and Chris Ellingson of Ames and one sister, Jean Holden of Laguna Hills, California. Marvel was preceded in death by her parents, Herman and Mae Schroeder, one sister, Wilma Halvorson, and her husband, Burnell. Richard Dwight Vogel, age 50, of Marshalltown, died on Wednesday, March 21, 2007. Services will be held Saturday, March 24, 2007 at 1:00 PM at the Church of St. Henry in Marshalltown. Visitation times are: Friday, March 23, 2007 from 3-8 PM at the Church of St. Henry in Marshalltown. Richard Dwight Vogel was born on August 27, 1956 in Hampton, Iowa, the son of Trent H. Vogel and Judy A. Davis. He was raised and educated in Hampton, graduating from the Hampton High School. He then attended the Iowa Area Community College in Mason City, Wartburg College in Waverly and the Dallas Institute of Mortuary Science, graduating in 1980. On April 10, 1987, he was united in marriage to Kelly LaRae Krause. Rick began his mortuary internship with Smith Funeral Home in Grinnel and went on to work at Oppold Funeral Home in Waterloo. He then owned and operated Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls, Alden & Williams. He worked for Shirley Brothers in Indianapolis before purchasing Pursel-Davis Funeral Home in Marshalltown in 1991. He expanded his growth by then adding Biersborn Funeral Home in Union in 2000, Johnston Funeral Home in Conrad in 2006 and most recently the purchase of Estel-Perrin-Avey, Wensel-Perrin, Goettsch-Perrin and Rose Hill Memorial Gardens in February of 2007. Rick’s current and past memberships include: New Hope Christian Church, New Hope Christian Church Promise Keepers small group, Marshalltown Rotary Club, Ducks Unlimited - Local, State & Federal level, Marshall County I-Club Board, B.P.O. Elks Lodge #312, Loyal Order of Moose Lodge #313, and the Marshall Masonic Lodge #108 AFAM. Rick loved being with his family both at home and on Jones Beach in Okoboji. He also enjoyed working in the yard and being outdoors. Rick is survived by his wife: Kelly; Son: Anthony (Stephanie) of Cedar Rapids; Daughters: Ariadne of Iowa City, and Alyssa & Alayna both at home; Parents: Trent & Judy Vogel of Naples, Florida; Sisters: Kim (Monte) Montalvo of Burleson, Texas and Julie (Lance) King of Forney, Texas. He was preceded in death by his Grandparents: Mr. & Mrs. Dwight Davis and Mr. & Mrs. R.H. Vogel. Sandra Reifschneider, age 56, of Iowa Falls, died on Sunday, March 18, 2007 at the Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Memorial services are 1:00 p.m., Thursday at Immanuel Memorial UCC in Alden. The Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls is in charge of arrangements. Sandra Jo Reifschneider was born August 21, 1950 in Iowa Falls, Iowa the daughter of Roy and Mary Ann (Schmedika) Balentine. She received her education in the Alden Schools and graduated from Alden High School she continued her education at DMACC and Ellsworth Community College where she received her AA degree. Sandra was the manager of Pheasant Run Apartments. She was a member of Immanuel Memorial UCC in Alden. Survivors include her children, Christopher Lee Reifschneider and his wife Kim of Olathe, KS., Jason Allen Reifschneider and his fiance Katie of New Providence, IA. and Courtney Parrett and her husband Michael of Atlanta, GA.; grandchildren, Kye Christopher Reifschneider and Kade Anthony Reifschneider of Olathe, KS.; parents, Roy and Mary Balentine of Iowa Falls, IA.; a sister, Sue Vanderloop of Alden, IA.; several nieces and nephews. Carla Anne Meinders, age 68, of Ackley, died on Tuesday, March 13, 2007 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Funeral services will be 1:30 P.M. Friday at the Washington Reformed Church with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be 4-8 P.M. Thursday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley with family receiving friends from 6-8 P.M. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the family. Carla Anne Meinders was born on September 24, 1938 in Chapin, Iowa, the daughter of Pete and Anna (Schroeder) DeVries. She graduated from the Chapin High School in 1956 and received her Teaching Degree from Ellsworth Community College in Iowa Falls. Carla was united in marriage to Kenneth Meinders on June 12, 1959 at the Zion Reformed Church. She had taught school until 1961 and became a homemaker. In 1992 she was employed as a secretary in the AGWSR High School and after retiring in 2005 she enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and traveling with her friend, Linda Woodley. Carla was a member of the Washington Reformed Church, of which she was very active. She is survived by her daughter, Krista Wagner of Ackley; two sons, Korey J. Meinders and his wife, Dawn of Ackley and Greg Meinders and his wife, Lisa of Pleasant Hill; 10 grandchildren; two brothers, Wilbert DeVries and his wife, Jan of Sheffield and Al DeVries and his wife, Esther, of Sheffield; and a sister-in-law, Delores Keninger and her husband, Paul of Ackley. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Kenneth in 1998, and a son-in-law, Dave Wagner in 2001. H.N. (Bud) Fischer, age 66, of Iowa Falls, died on Tuesday, March 13, 2007 at the Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Memorial services will be 1:00 P.M. Saturday at the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls. There will be no visitation. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the family. Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls is in charge of arrangements. H.N. (Bud) Fischer was born on July 31, 1940 in Appleton, WI, the son of Hector and Olive (Gerhartz) Fischer. He graduated from Neenah High School in 1958 and received his BS in 1962 and MS in 1968 from the University of Wisconsin in La Crosse, WI. He was a Teacher and Coach at Laona High School, New Holstein High School, U.W. LaCrosse Assistantship, Cudahy High School, Kenosha Tremper High School, and Northland College, all in Wisconsin and was PE Instructor and Basketball Coach at Ellsworth Community College from 1976 to 1999. His teams participated in many Juco Tournaments including the NJCAA National Tournament in 1977 and 1986. He had been a Director at the Mullens Big Man Camp in the Kansas City Area. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church, National Assoc. of Basketball Coaches and a former member of the Iowa Falls Elk's Club. Bud is survived by his wife, Elizabeth; two sons, Bob Fischer of Ames and Bill Fischer and his wife, Karissa of Rock Rapids; a brother, David J. Fischer and his wife, Mary of Neenah, WI; two nieces, Ann Fischer Steltzer and her husband, Monty of Prior Lake, MN and Salli Nickolai and her husband, Phillip of Neenah, WI; a cousin, Gladys Samuel of Fond du Lac, WI; and other cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents. Eunice Wilma Abbas, age 80, of Aplington, died on Saturday, March 10, 2007 at Allen Memorial Hospital in Waterloo. Funeral services will be 3:00 P.M. Tuesday at the Aplington Baptist Church with burial in the Christian Reformed Cemetery, rural Ackley. Visitation will be 6-8 P.M. Monday at the church. Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley is in charge of arrangements. Eunice Wilma (Meyer) Abbas was born on March 7, 1927 in Washington Twp, Butler County, Iowa, the daughter of Henry and Edith (Tjabben) Meyer. She attended school at Washington Twp. "Crooked School House". She was united in marriage to Arend B. Abbas on November 3, 1944 at the Bethel Reformed Church parsonage. She was a housewife and enjoyed baking and decorating cakes and cookies for others, crocheting, Jeopardy, and was an Iowa Hawkeye fan. She enjoyed Sunday dinners with the family, listening to music, sewing, bird watching and never forgot a birthday. She was saved on July 30, 1961 and her favorite scriptures were John 1:12 and John 3:36a. Eunice is survived by her children, Ronald J. Abbas and his wife, Sharon of Sioux Center, Judy E. Abbas of Greenfield, WI, Donna K. Koop of Wheaton, IL, Terri J. Koop and her husband, Jake of Aplington, Ronda J. Hardy and her husband, Todd of Shell Rock, Connie L. Sents and her husband, Rodney of Aplington, Danny L. Abbas and his wife, Kim of Aplington, Ricky J. Abbas and his wife, Melanie of Aplington, Ryan W. Abbas and his wife, Bobbi of Aplington; 21 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; a brother, Ervin H. Meyer and his wife, Mildred of Aplington; a sister, Shirley A. Luhring and her husband, Herman of Parkersburg; and a brother-in-law, Robert Orr and his wife, Anne of Aplington. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; a son-in-law, Kenneth Koop; and a sister, Lela Orr. Eleanor Roth, age 97, of Ackley, died on Saturday, March 10, 2007 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Services will be 10:30 AM Tuesday at the St. Mary's Catholic Church in Ackley with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be 4-8 P.M. Monday at St. Mary's Catholic Church with a 7:00 PM Scripture Service. Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley is in charge of arrangements. Eleanor Mary Limback Roth was born on April 23, 1909 in Dyersville, Iowa, the daughter of Harry N. and Bertha Elizabeth (Esch) Limback. She graduated from St. Francis Academy in Dyersville and had a degree in English from the Iowa State Teachers College. Eleanor was united in marriage to Charles E. Roth on December 27, 1933 in Chicago, Illinois. She ran the pharmacy at Roth Rexall Drug in Ackley. She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, St. Mary's Altar Society, and was on the St. Mary's School Board. Eleanor is survived by her four children, Thomas Roth and his wife, Carolyn of Colorado Springs, CO; Charlene Reysack of Ackley; Cathy Fenchel and her husband, Robert of Dubuque; and David Roth and his wife, Diana of Alexandria, VA; 11 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Charles; two brothers, Harry and Emil Limback; and two sisters, Clarice Limback and Catherine Vaske. Ernest Hofmeister, age 85, of Ackley, died on Friday, March 9, 2007 at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 1:00 P.M. Tuesday at the St. Peter's UCC, rural Geneva with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be 4-8 P.M. Monday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley with family receiving friends from 6-8 P.M. Ernest Carl Hofmeister was born on June 2, 1921 on the family farm, rural Geneva, the son of William and Pauline (Benning) Hofmeister. He was baptized on July 17, 1921 by Rev. Theo J. Storck and his Sponsors were Uncle Henry and Emma Benning and confirmed in 1936 by Rev. Carl Jankowsky. He attended country and Ackley schools. He was united in marriage to Marian Reinke on January 20, 1942 at the Methodist Parsonage in Geneva by Rev. George Gaide. Ernest farmed, did custom farm work, was a carpenter, woodworker, and a carver. He was a member of the St. Peter's United Church of Christ, rural Geneva of which he was on the church Bowling League, Church Council as Treasurer for six years, Church Brotherhood, helped with the construction of the church in 1954 and other numerous carpentry projects at church. He had been a 4-H Leader of the Geneva Haymakers. He enjoyed playing Bridge and the Neighborhood Card Club, his number one love was spending time with his family, children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. Ernest is survived by his wife, Marian of Ackley; three sons, Dennis and his wife, Georgia of Ackley, Douglas and his wife, Nancy of Ackley, and Dallas and his wife, Pat of Geneva; 10 grandchildren, Barry and wife, Tammy, Niesha and husband Dan, Brandon and wife, Kris, Blake, Michelle and husband Justin, Chad, Jennifer, Clarissa, Adrienne, and Dillin; 5 great grandchildren, Sully, Tate, and Shaylee Hofmeister, Morgan and Zachary Muller; 2 step-great grandchildren, Jessica and Morgan Keene; a brother, Howard Hofmeister of Elgin, IL; and a sister, Ruth Oelmann of Ackley. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, William Hofmeister; a sister, Alma Abbas; and an infant son, Dwight. Ginger K. Telutki, age 63, of Williams, died on Friday, March 9, 2007 at the Heritage Care Center in Iowa Falls. Services will be 1:30 P.M. Monday at the Ellis United Methodist Church, rural Iowa Falls with inurnment at a later date in the Sandy Hook Cemetery, in Brighton, IA. Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls is in charge of arrangements. Ginger Kay Telutki was born on March 7, 1944 in Clinton, Iowa, the daughter of William Kelley and Dorothy Farrier-Utech. She attended Elementary school at Buckeye, 3 yrs. of High School in Iowa Falls, and graduated in Pekin, IA. Ginger was united in marriage to John Telutki on March 21, 1964 in Chicago, IL. She was a member of the Ellis United Methodist Church at Iowa Falls. Ginger is survived by her three daughters, Michele Denise Telutki-Stricker of Pearl City, IL, Stephanie Virginia Telutki of Waterloo, and Nicole Susanne Brown of Cypress, TX; a son, John Paul Telutki of Rockton, IL; six grandchildren; her mother, Dorothy Utech of Williams a brother and sister in law, Rex and Maggie Utech of Williams; an Aunt, Lois Cady of Tucson, AZ; a cousin, Pam Sheets of Tucson, AZ; and In-laws, John and Edie Gabcik of Wheaton, IL. She was preceded in death by John Telutki; grandparents, Edgar and Anita Farrier; brother, Gale W. Utech; step-grandparents, Irene and Louis Utech; and step-father, Donald Utech. Bernice K. Jaynes, age 90, of Williams, died on Sunday, March 4, 2007, at the Southfield Wellness Community in Webster City, Iowa. Mass of the Resurrection will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday at St Mary's Catholic Church in Williams with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be 5 - 7 p.m.Wednesday at St. Mary's Catholic Church with a Vigil service at 7:00. Bernice Butler Jaynes was born June 29, 1916 at Blairsburg, Iowa the daughter of Jim and Mayme Smith Butler. She attended Williams Public Schools graduating in 1934. She married Earl Jaynes December 31, 1939 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Williams. She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Williams, St. Anne's Study Club, American Legion Auxiliary and Williams Development. She is survived by a daughter Connie Thompson of Des Moines, IA.; three grandchildren, Steve and Dave Thompson of Des Moines, IA., Janae Learned of Scottsdale, AZ.; one great-grandson, Connor Jaynes; three brothers, Kelly Butler and his wife Barbara of Grand Rapids, MI., Jerry Doyle and his wife Shirley of Kentwood, MI., and Bob Doyle and his wife Gail of Webster City, IA.; one sister, Betty Junewick of Kentwood, MI. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, a son Tom, and a brother, Morris. Mary Catherine Hofmann, age 91 of Ackley, Iowa died Monday, February 26, 2007 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Wednesday at the St. Mary's Catholic Church in Ackley with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be 5-8 P.M. Tuesday with a 7 P.M. Scripture Service at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Mary Catherine Hofmann was born on September 15, 1915 in Ackley, Iowa, the daughter of Daniel and Catherine (Carroll) Lynch. She graduated from the Ackley High School in 1932 and taught rural schools for four years after attending Iowa State Teachers College. Mary was united in marriage to Harry C. Hofmann on September 11, 1937 in Ackley. She was a member of the St. Mary's Catholic Church and the St. Mary's Alter Society. She is survived by her three sons, Larry Hofmann and his wife, Darlene of Larkspur, CO, Tom Hofmann and his wife, Sharon of Des Moines, and Dick Hofmann and his wife, Jane of Longwood, FL; a daughter, Judy Brandt and her husband, Jake of Ackley; 11 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; 4 step great grandchildren; and a sister, Dorothea Wall of La Mesa, CA. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and two sisters, Dodie Gilbert and Hazel Steffen Robert J. Chrisjohn, age 86, of Alden, died on Sunday, February 25, 2007 at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the Immanuel Memorial UCC in Alden with burial in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour before services. Military Rites provided by the Collins-Dunning American Legion Post #201 of Alden. Surls Funeral Home of Alden is in charge of arrangements. Robert was born on February 14, 1921, in Waterloo, Iowa, the son of Walter and Genevieve (Chance) Chrisjohn. He graduated from the Ottumwa High School and was united in marriage to Ila Jean Bessman on April 13, 1942 in Bethany, MO. Bob entered the Army Air Corps in 1941 and flew 35 combat missions as a B-17 Aircraft Commander over Europe during WWII. He returned to Germany in 1946 and flew the Berlin Airlift until it's conclusion. He then returned to the U.S. and transferred to the 132nd Wing of the Iowa Air National Guard where he served in several positions including Chief of Aircraft Maintenance and Wing Vice Commander. He retired in 1973 and returned to Alden, Iowa to enjoy his retired years. He was a member of the Collins-Dunning American Legion Post #201 of Alden and the Lions Club. Robert is survived by his wife, Ila Jean of Alden; a son, Robert G. Chrisjohn of Cumming; a daughter, Barbara Allen of Clive; three granddaughters, Stephanie Sullenbarger of Petersburg, KY, Anne Simonds of Durham, NC, and Abbe Allen of Huntington Beach, CA; two grandsons, Brent Allen of Des Moines and Matt Allen of West Des Moines; and six great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents. Alice Johnson, age 97, of Iowa Falls, died on Wednesday, February 21, 2007 at the Heritage Care Center in Iowa Falls. Services will be 10:00 AM Saturday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls with a 4:00 P.M. graveside service at the Poland Township Cemetery in Marathon, IA. There will be no visitation. Alice Lavina Marie Johnson was born on November 24, 1909 in Marathon, Iowa, the daughter of Emil and Selma (Farbe) Peterson. She graduated from the Marathon High School and from Buena Vista College in Storm Lake and Colorado State College in Greeley, CO. She was united in marriage to Robert Johnson on January 2, 1942 in San Jose, CA. Alice had taught in the Marathon schools, retiring in 1967. She is survived by her two granddaughters, Kim Anderson and her fiance, Adam Hartford of Iowa Falls and Victoria Rea and her husband, Ervin and family of Hastings, MI; two great-grandchildren; a sister, Dorothy Danielson of Denver, CO; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; two daughters; a grandson; two sisters, Florence and Irene; a brother, Carl Elmer Peterson; and a son-in-law. Gertrude (Gert) Borchers, age 81 of Ackley, died on Tuesday, February 20, 2007 at Allen Hospital in Waterloo. Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m. Friday at the East Friesland Presbyterian Church in Ackley with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be from 4 -8 p.m. Thursday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Gertrude Borchers was born on June 14, 1925, the daughter of Treno and Jennie (Hinders) Evers. She was united in marriage to Albert Borchers on September 9, 1970 at the First Presbyterian Church in Waterloo. Gert had helped her husband on the farm and was a member of the East Friesland Presbyterian Church at Ackley. Gert is survived by her husband, Albert of Ackley; a sister, Ann Borchers of Waterloo; a brother, Treno Evers and his wife, Eunice of Waterloo; two nieces; and one nephew. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Clarence and John Evers; and a brother-in-law, Russ Borchers. Audria M. Hamilton, age 77 of Iowa Falls, Iowa died Sunday, February 18, 2007 at her home. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, at the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation will be 4-7 p.m. Thursday at Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Memorials may be directed to the University of Iowa College of Nursing or Wendy Hamilton Stroke Research Fund. Audria M. Hamilton was born September 12, 1929 at Ticonic, Iowa the daughter of Christy and Mary (Carroll) McClatchey. She received her education at Mapleton and graduated from Mapleton High School with the class of 1947 and graduated from the University of Iowa with a degree in Nursing in 1950. She married William Hamilton on October 6, 1951 at Iowa City, Iowa. Audria had worked at University Hospitals in Iowa City, Iowa Falls Schools as school nurse and Ellsworth Municipal Hospital before retiring in 1980.She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls where she chaired the pastor-parish relations committee, chaired the annual pork dinner and was active in the church circle, PEO, Isabella, University of Iowa Alumni Association, Presidents Club of the University of Iowa Foundation and the Golden Flos. In her free time Audria loved to play bridge and belonged to several Bridge Clubs some of over 50 years. She was a computer whiz who enjoyed designing art work, making cards and books for family and friends. Audria's favorite past times included spending time at Clear Lake and visiting with their many dinner group friends. Survivors include her husband Bill, of Iowa Falls, son, Stephen Wayne Hamilton of Fairfax Station, VA.; daughter, Stephanie Kay Hamilton and her husband John Alderman of Iowa City, IA.; four grandchildren, Kristen Hamilton of Hoboken, NJ., Neil Hamilton and Mackenzie Hamilton of Fairfax Station VA., and Mary Nell Alderman of Iowa City, IA.; sister, Mary Ann Christensen and her husband Martin of De Kalb, IL.; three brothers, Robert McClatchey and his wife Mary Gay of Knoxville, IA., Rev. Russell McClatchey and his wife Ramona of Hedgesville, West Virginia, Richard McClatchey and his wife Lois of Lacey,Washington, and brother-in-law, Jim Wodtke of Anthon, Iowa. She was preceded in death by her parents, sister, June Wodtke, granddaughter Rachel Lou Alderman, and daughter-in-law, Wendy K. Hamilton. Donald E. Ruigh, age 84 of Iowa Falls, died on Friday, February 16, 2007 at Scenic Manor Nursing Home in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m., Wednesday at the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the Union Cemetery. Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Donald E. Ruigh was born March 19, 1922 at Meservey , Iowa the son of K. Clarence and Frieda (Waage) Ruigh. He received his education at Meservey and graduated from Meservey High School with the class of 1940 and later graduated from Hamilton College. Donald served his country with the U.S. Army during WW II. He was united in marriage to Patricia Jane Wilson on March 29, 1947 at Mason City. Donald was Executive Vice President of Citizens State Bank in Iowa Falls retiring in 1987. He was a member of First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls where he had been involved with the choir and was past finance chairman. Donald was very active in his community where he was a member and past president of Rotary, member and past commander of Hyman-Peavey American Legion post #188 served on the Iowa Falls School Board and was past president, he also volunteered with the Salvation Army. Survivors include two sons, Judge Dale Ruigh and his wife Cindy of Ames, IA. and David Ruigh and his wife Susan ofUnionville, CT.; two daughters, Mary Mittelstadt and her husband Mark of East Windsor, NJ. and Patricia Ruigh Scott of Mahtomedi, MN.; grandchildren, Kathryn and Stephen Ruigh of Cambridge, MA., Matthew and Brent Mittelstadt of East Windsor, NJ. and Collin and Audrey Scott of Mahtomedi, MN.; two sisters, Ida Zickefoose of Severna Park, MD. and Melba Muhlenbruch and her husband Howard of Hampton, IA. He was preceded in death by his wife Patricia Wilson Ruigh and a brother, Robert Ruigh. Franklin J. Boheman, 66, of Branson and formerly of Ackley died Thursday, February 15, at Point Lookout Nursing and Rehab. in Hollister, Missouri. Funeral services will be 3:00 p.m. Sunday, February 18th at Branson United Methodist Church with Rev. Ross Fulton Jr. officiating. Visitation is 6 - 8 p.m. Saturday February 17th in Whelchel Funeral Chapel, Branson. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday at St. John's UCC Church in Ackley with burial in the Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Monday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Memorials have been established to Community Hospice or Branson United Methodist Church. Frank Boheman was born August 22, 1940, in Ackley, Iowa the son of John and Nettie (Kappel) Boheman. He married Wilma Norem on August 16, 1963 in Ackley. Frank and Wilma had lived in the Branson area since March of 2006. They were members of the Branson United Methodist Church and the Lions Club. Frank's hobby was chip carving and he enjoyed making many items for friends and family. Survivors include his wife, Wilma, of Branson, daughter, Alecia Lee and her husband Steve from Tripoli, IA., son Greg Boheman and his wife Lynette of Monticello, IA., three grandsons and a brother Glenn Boheman and his wife Ruthie of Ackley, IA. Frank was preceded in death by his parents. James Robert Smith, age 83, of Williams, died on Saturday, February 3, 2007 at his home. Memorial services will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday, February 16th, 2007 at the United Methodist Church in Williams. Surls Funeral Home of Williams is assisting with the arrangements. James Robert Smith was born January 21, 1924 at 205 2nd St. Williams, Iowa the son of George and Lillian (Sheldon) Smith. He received his education in the locals schools and graduated from Williams High School with the class of 1942. He was a life long area resident of Williams where he owned and operated Smith Radio and T.V. He was affiliated with the Methodist Church in Williams. He is survived by cousins, Violet Bode of Nicollet, MN., Barbara Glynn and husband, Ronald of Vernon Center, MN., Roy Anderson, Jr. and his wife Bobbie of Fairbault, MN., Judy Englehart and her husband David of Nicollet, MN., Greg Kruse and his wife Louise of Iowa City, IA., Wilma Adamson and her husband, Harold of Greenfield, IA., Judy Lents and her husband, Larry of Dexter, IA. and Sharon Daut and her husband, Bob of Greenfield, IA.; many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents. Ione B. Eide, age 89, of Iowa Falls, and formerly of Alden, died on Monday, January 22, 2007 at the Scenic Manor in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m., Friday at the United Methodist Church in Alden with burial in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. until service time at the church. Surls Funeral Home of Alden is in charge of the arrangements. Ione B. Eide was born April 16, 1917 at Ellsworth, Iowa the daughter of Sam and Ida (Olson) Thompson. She received her education in the local schools. She was united in marriage on March 17, 1938 to Lawrence Eide at Dubuque, IA. The couple made their home at rural Alden where they farmed. Ione was a member of the United Methodist Church in Alden and United Methodist Women she was also very active with teaching Sunday School, quilting, and serving on numerous committees. Ione was a homemaker who also helped out with the farming operations. She loved to be outdoors in her flower and vegetable gardens. In 2000 Ione and Lawrence moved to Cedar Ridge Apartments in Iowa Falls and in March of 2006 they moved to the Scenic manor due to health reasons. Survivors include her husband of more then 68 years, Lawrence of Iowa Falls, two sons Roger Eide and his wife Lori and Marvin Eide and his wife Ethel all of Iowa Falls; four grandsons, Kevin Eide and his wife Kelly of Colorado Springs, Co., Curtis Eide and his wife Kaaren of Rochester, MN., Gregory Eide and his wife Gina of Dunlop, IL. and Brian Eide of Des Moines, IA.; two great-grandsons, Nathan and Daniel Eide both of Rochester MN. She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother Verle Thompson and two sisters, Fern Cross and Ruby Price. Lee "Doc" Brewer, 86, of Iowa Falls, died Wednesday, January 17, 2007 at the Hampton Health Care Center in Hampton from complications of Alzheimer's Disease. Funeral services will be Monday at 1:30 PM at the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls. The family will be receiving friends following the service in Fellowship Hall at the church. Lee Edward Brewer was born in Stanhope, Iowa on October 28, 1920 to Ed and Lena (Krominga) Brewer. He graduated from Rockwell City High School. Lee is the last known athlete from Drake University to letter in football, basketball and baseball. After graduating from Drake in 1943 he served in the Navy as a Lieutenant JG in the South Pacific during World War II. On February 2, 1946, Lee married Margaret Ann Ridgway whom he met at Drake. He graduated from St. Louis dental school in 1951 and practiced dentistry in Iowa Falls. Lee served as President of the Iowa Falls School Board, the Ellsworth Hospital Board and Highland Country Club and taught Sunday School for many years. Lee served on the Drake Athletic Council for 18 years. In 1981, during Drake's Centennial celebration, he was named "1 in 100" as one of 100 honored individuals who had graduated from Drake and had gone on to to do great things for the school, his profession, and his community. In 1977 Drake hosted the University of Iowa in basketball at Veterans Auditorium. To his surprise, the marquee at Vets read "Doc Brewer Night". He was recognized at halftime for his service to Drake. Never before, and never since, has such a night been held at Drake. Lee is survived by his wife, Margaret Ann, of Iowa Falls. Daughters Cindy Newman of Pensacola, Florida and Susan Brewer of Des Moines. Sons Todd Brewer of San Jose, California; Kurt Brewer, his wife Kathy, and children Ted and Laura of Waukee, Iowa; three sisters, Velma Dahl of Waseca, MN., Juanita Moore of Liberal, KS., and Betty Jean Pennington of Sun City, AZ. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Verl and Russell Brewer. Herbert (Pat) Puttkamer, age 90, of Alden, died on Thursday, January 11, 2007 at the Heritage Care Center in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:30 Monday at the Alden United Methodist Church with burial in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be 2-5pm Sunday at the Surls Funeral Home in Alden. Herbert (Pat) Charles Puttkamer was born on November 20, 1916 in rural Buckeye, the son of Charles and Fredia (Brand) Puttkamer. He was united in marriage to Marie Ites on May 28, 1938 at the Evangelical Church at Hubbard. Pat had been a farmer all of his life and enjoyed helping at the Surls Funeral Home. He was a member of the United Methodist Church in Alden. He and Marie enjoyed playing cards. Pat is survived by his two sisters, Elaine Trousdale of Alden and Gerene Gilmore and her husband, Bob of Webster City; a sister-in-law, Elena (Mrs. Leonard) Ites of Alden; a brother-in-law, Robert G. Ites and his wife, Ruth of Alden; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife,; and a stillborn daughter, Janice Marie. LeRoy H. Meyer, age 82, of Ackley, died on Wednesday, January 10, 2007 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Saturday at the Washington Reformed Church (28188 Birch Ave.), Ackley, with burial in the Washington Reformed Cemetery, Ackley. Visitation will be 3-8 PM Friday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley with family receiving friends from 5-8 PM. Military Rites provided by the Lupkes Kesley AmVet Post #83. On-line condolences may be sent to www.surls.com. LeRoy H. Meyer of Ackley was born in Washington Township of Butler County on August 19, 1924, to Albert and Lillian Meinders Meyer. He graduated from the eighth grade at the Sessler School, Washington No. 1 and then worked at home on the farm. He also worked for Ollie Janssen, John Nevenhoven, Henry Kromminga, and Rath Packing Co. In 1948 he began farming on his own. LeRoy was inducted into the Marines on March 27, 1944. He received training at Camp Pendleton and San Diego. He left to serve in the Pacific theatre and in the Southwest Pacific, Saipan, and Okinawa, Japan. LeRoy was a member of Washington Reformed Church and attended there all his life. He was baptized on April 25, 1925 by Rev. Bonte. He made confession of faith on July 15, 1947. LeRoy served on the consistory as an elder and deacon, as well as a youth sponsor. He was also an active member of the Lupkes Kesley AmVet Post #83 and also a past Commander. He enjoyed woodworking, bowling, and helping his sons with field work. LeRoy Meyer and Lois Lupkes were married on June 21, 1949 at the Washington Reformed Church by Rev. Poppen. They farmed together in Franklin and Butler County until Lois passed away in 1990. LeRoy and Marlene Schipper Ackerman were married at Washington Reformed Church on August 19, 2000. LeRoy is survived by his wife, Marlene; three daughters, Laureen Guemmer and her husband, Rick of Clinton, Linda Nielsen and her husband, Robert of Akron, and LaVonne Witte and her husband, Scott of Rock Valley; three sons, Leon Meyer of Aplington, Lyle Meyer and his wife, Doreen of Aplington, and Leland Meyer of Ackley; two step-sons, Steven Ackerman of Chillicothe, MO and Stanley Ackerman of Jefferson; 12 grandchildren, Emily Guemmer, Luke (Melea) Nielsen, Erin (Nick) Mathistad, Matthew (Chelsie) Meyer, Andrew Meyer, Garret Meyer, John Meyer, Adam Meyer, Mike Meyer, Seth Witte, Sara Witte, and Erica Witte; 2 great grandchildren, Natalie and Kasey Nielsen; and 3 step grandchildren, Bailey, Shelby and Dustin Ackerman; two sisters, Marion Kramer and Arlene Meyer of Aplington; and a brother, Alvin Meyer and his wife, Fern of Ackley. He was preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Lois; and an infant son, Leon Keith. Ilene Minnie Hill, age 87, of Iowa Falls, died on Saturday, December 30th , 2006 at the Scenic Manor in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 1:30 P.M.., Tuesday, at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls with burial in the Union Cemetery, Iowa Falls. Visitation will be one hour prior to services. Ilene Minnie Hill was born April 21, 1919 at Corning, Iowa the daughter of Ira and Ethel (Garner) Martin. Her family moved to a farm near Rowan. Ilene attended and graduated from Clarion High School with the class of 1937. Ilene taught country school for two years. She married Arthur Truman Hill May 21, 1939 at Rowan. Ilene was a homemaker in addition to helping out on the farm. Survivors include three daughters, Janice Gregory and her husband Dr. Richard of Vermillion, SD, Judy Duckett and her husband Ronald of Randalia, and Janet Kaufman and her husband Larry of Ankeny; two sons, Steven Hill and his wife Sandy of Geneva, and Stan Hill of Cedar Rapids; eleven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; two sisters, Esther Gardalen of Clear Lake, IA., and Evelyn Vulgamott of Ames, IA. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two sisters, Ella Askelsen and Iris Johnson Connie Smith Wood, age 41, of Iowa Falls, died on Friday, December 29, 2006 at her home. Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Tuesday at the Evangelical Free Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the Hazel Green cemetery rural Ackley. Visitation will be 2-5 P.M. Monday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Connie Smith Wood was born August 8, 1965 at Iowa Falls, IA. the daughter of Clarence and Luella (Fischer) Smith. She received her early education at Ackley-Geneva School and graduated with the class of 1983. Connie received her Associates Degree in Swine Management from Ellsworth College, her Bachelor's Degree in Human Services from Buena Vista University and her Master's Degree in Social Work from University of Northern Iowa. Connie was a Social Worker for the University of Northern Iowa and the Iowa Coalition For Domestic Violence Against Women. She was a member of NOCC of Iowa and National Student Association. Connie enjoyed working with children and was thankful for the people she met and learned from and their lives they shared with her. Connie was especially proud of her children and the young adults they have become. Survivors include sons, Nathan See of Ankeny, IA. Nicholis See of Iowa Falls, IA. and foster son Troy Martin of Webster City; mother, Luella Smith and her special friend Lloyd Maifield of Iowa Falls; brothers, Ken Smith and his wife Mary of Ackley, Ron Smith and his wife Sara of Ackley and Jim Smith and his wife Karyl of Waverly, IA.; a sister, Pat Smith of Newton, IA.; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, grandparents, Roy and Hazel Fischer and Hershel and Dorothy Smith, an uncle, Frank Smith and a cousin Daryl Mennen. Merlin F. Bangasser, age 84, of Ackley, died on Tuesday, December 19, 2006 at his home. Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Friday at the Faith Presbyterian Church in Ackley with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be 3-7 PM Thursday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Merlin Frederick Bangasser was born on August 10, 1922 in Ackley, Iowa, the son of Edward and Tada (Penning) Bangasser. He was united in marriage to Berniece Brower on August 14, 1941 in rural Ackley. Merlin was a member of the Presbyterian Church of America. He enjoyed spending time with his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren and he also loved to travel, especially out West. He is survived by his wife, Berniece of Ackley; two sons, Lynn Bangasser and his wife, Jane of Ackley and Brian Bangasser of Ackley; three daughters, Wanda Fritz and her husband, Gordon of Sioux Center, IA, DeAlda Diemer of Denver, IA, and Delene Knoll and her husband, Randy of Ackley; 14 grandchildren; 29 great grandchildren, 30th due in February; and a sister, LaVonne Huebner of Ackley. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Donald and his wife, Jean; a brother in law, Irvin Huebner; a son in law, Dave Diemer; and a granddaughter, Kaye Elizabeth Fritz. Maurice J. Belken, age 89, of Iowa Falls, died on Sunday, December 17, 2006 at the Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Private family memorial services will be held at a later date the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls is in charge of arrangements. Maurice John Belken was born August 24, 1917 at Iowa Falls, Iowa the son of Frank and Susan (Stonebreaker) Belken. He received his education in the local schools. Maurice was united in marriage to Dorothy Mae Fistler on November 11, 1939 at Hampton, Iowa. Maurice served his country in WW II with the U.S. Navy. He was an Iron worker with Iron Workers Local 67, Des Moines, IA. until his retirement in 1980. He was a member of St. Mark's Catholic Church and American Legion, Hyman Peavey Post #188. Survivors include his wife of 67 years, Dorothy of Iowa Falls; two sons Jerry Belken and wife Margaret of Charlotte, North Carolina and Jim Belken and wife Linda of Alden, IA.; four grandchildren, four great grandchildren and one great great grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters and one brother. Jeff C. Christensen, age 52 of Kennebunk, Maine and formerly of Iowa Falls, died Sunday, December 17, 2006 at his home. Memorial services will be 10:30 AM Thursday, December 28th at the United Methodist Church in Alden. Family will receive friends from 5-7 PM Wednesday, December 27th at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Jeffrey Curtis Christensen was born on April 3, 1954 in Hampton, Iowa, the son of Raymond and Frankie (Sisco) Christensen. He is survived by his wife, Charlotte of Kennebunk, ME; step-children, Wendy Isbell and her husband Robert of Dothan, AL., Daniel Johnson and his wife Michelle of Durham, NC. and Christine Johnson of Durham, NC.; step-grandchildren, Becky, Haley and Jacob Isbell of Dothan, AL and Addison Johnson of Durham, NC.; father, Raymond Christensen and his wife, Katherine of Iowa Falls; his mother, Frankie Tjarks and her husband, Ace of Iowa Falls two brothers, Kelly Christensen of Des Moines and Marshall Christensen and his wife, Linda of Iowa Falls; two step-brothers, Chris Andersen and his wife, Anita of Mason City and Dale Andersen and his wife, Kathy of Kirksville, MO; a step sister-in-law, Diane Andersen of Iowa Falls; and 5 step-sisters, Judy Andersen of Omaha, NE, Beverly Ford of Des Moines, Cathy VanWinkle and her husband, Chuck of Omaha, NE, Gloria Zimmerman and her husband, Tom of North Mankato, MN, and Darla Andersen of Marshalltown. He was preceded in death by his brother, Andrew Christensen and his step-brother, John Andersen. Nathan Keninger, age 19, of Iowa Falls, passed away on Friday, December 8, 2006 at University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City due to complications of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. Funeral services will be 1:00 P.M. Tuesday at the Bethany Lutheran Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the St. Mark's Catholic Cemetery, Iowa Falls. Visitation will be 3-8 P.M. Monday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls with a 7:30 P.M. Scripture Service. A memorial fund has been established and may be directed to the MDA Assoc. c/o Regina Keninger, 912 River St., Iowa Falls, IA, 50126. Nathan Lee Keninger was born March 21, 1987 at Iowa Falls, Iowa the son of Mark and Regina (Johnson) Keninger. He received his education at Iowa Falls and graduated from Iowa Falls High School with the class of 2005. Nathan was currently attending Ellsworth Community College. He was a member of St. Mark's Catholic Church in Iowa Falls. Nathan enjoyed anything with computers, especially designing web pages and hosting on-line tournaments. He was actively involved with MDA fundraisers and enjoyed his time with his family and faithful companions Oreo and Jenny. Survivors include his mother, Regina Keninger of Iowa Falls; his father, Mark Keninger of Ackley; brother, Trevor Keninger of Iowa Falls; sister, Holli Keshwani and husband Dinesh of West Des Moines, IA.; maternal grandparents, Henry and Eileen Johnson of Parkersburg, IA., paternal grandfather, Joseph Keninger of Ackley. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Beverly Keninger. Angie E. Peterson, age 100, of Alden, died on Friday, December 8th , 2006 at the Scenic Manor in Iowa Falls, IA. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Monday at the United Methodist Church, Alden with burial in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation is 2- 4 p.m. Sunday at the United Methodist Church in Alden Angie Elizabeth Peterson was born on September 8, 1906 in Williams, Iowa the daughter of Charles Madden and Ida (Haines) Madden. On February 11, 1925 she was united in marriage to Elmer Peterson in Webster City, Iowa. She enjoyed working for her church and community, playing cards, hand work, knitting, and crocheting. She was a member of the Cemetery Society, Senior Citizens, Women's Club, Church Society, and a member of the United Methodist Church in Alden, Iowa. She is survived by her son Dennis Peterson and wife Lindsay of Duncombe, IA, grandchildren; Alan Peterson, Denise Tougas, Kevin Peterson, Arlan Peterson, Michael Peterson, and Scotti Peterson. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, three sisters, and two brothers Brian Barhite, age 47, of Iowa Falls, died on Sunday, December 3, 2006 at his home after his long battle with cancer. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday at First Christian Church, Iowa Falls with burial in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Wednesday, with family receiving friends from 6-8 p.m. at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Brian James Barhite was born May 13, 1959 and adopted by Charles Ivan and LaVonne Sue (King) Barhite. He received his education in Iowa Falls and graduated from Iowa Falls High School with the class of 1977. Brian married Tamara Ann Pilchard April 13, 1980 at First Christian Church in Iowa Falls, IA. Brian worked for Iowa Falls Roofing, Concrete Products and Ellsworth Community College he also owned his own business B.B. Handy later driving truck for Decker Truckline and Hawkeye Leisure Trailers. Brian loved to help his wife garden as well as doing the fall canning for their winter supply of vegetables and spaghetti sauce. Brian enjoyed drag racing and spent four years building a 1972 Dodge Demon. Brian will be remebered as a fun loving guy spending time with his granddaughters and as a person who would help anyone in need. Survivors include his wife of 27 years, Tamara of Iowa Falls; sons, James Ivan Barhite and wife Dana and Jason Brian Barhite both of Iowa Falls; step-daughter, Michelle Marie Meyer and husband Heath of Iowa Falls; granddaughter, April Izer Barhite of Popejoy and Iowa Falls; step-granddaughter, Veronica Elbert of Iowa Falls; half-brother, Mark Hilding and friend Megan and his daughter Chelsa of Troy, MO.; half-sister, Michelle Turner and husband David and their children Alex, Taylor and Whitney of Foristell, MO.; his birth mother, Dorothy Hilding and husband Kenny; Aunts, Maryjean Kinsinger of Iowa Falls and Tottie (May) King of Bullhead City AZ.; uncle Lee King and his wife Bernice of Chicago, IL.;Mother and Father in-law Robert and Eve Pilchard; Brothers and sister in laws, Chris and Tayna Pilchard and their children Monica and Miranda of Everett, WA., Todd and Tracy and their children Brittany and Brandon of Geneva, IA. and Teresa Hillis and husband Glenn and their children Joshua and Ashley of Holmen, WI.; many more cousins other relatives and friends. He was Preceded in death by his mother and father LaVonne Sue Barhite and Charles Ivan Barhite; many aunts, uncles and cousins. William George Jacobson, age 76 of Iowa Falls, died Sunday, November 26, 2006 at the Israel Hospice House in Ames. Memorial Services will be 1:00 p.m. Friday at Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls with burial in Union Cemetery. William George Jacobson was born July 19, 1930 at Windom, MN. the son of Sophus and Pearl (Harper) Jacobson. He recieved his education at local schools in Windom. William served his country in the United States Navy with the Air Anti-Submarine Squadron. He married Juanita Richardson at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, IA. the couple later divorced. He was a member of Hyman-Peavey American Legion in Iowa Falls, and past member of Elks Lodge and Moose Lodge both of Iowa Falls. William was a manager and butcher with Fareway in Iowa Falls retiring in 1984. Survivors include his daughter, Darla Jacobson of Ames, IA; two sons, Dirk Jon Jacobson of Ames, IA. and Ben Julius Caplan and wife Lucretia of Alden, IA.; four grandchildren; one great-grandchild; a sister, Phyllis Phelps and her husband, Eugene of Vinton, IA. and special friend Linda Van-Heiden of Iowa Falls, IA. He was preceded in death by four sisters, Beatty Burkhart, Betty Moritz, Doris Berndt and Oral Warner; one brother, Jack Jacobson. Betty Jane Fosberg, age76 of Ames, formerly of Alden died Sunday, November 26, 2006 at the Israel Hospice House in Ames. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday at St. John's Episcopal Church in Ames with burial in the Ames Municipal Cemetery. There Will be a luncheon at the Moose Lodge following the interment.Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at the Surls Funeral Home in Alden. Betty Jane Fosberg was born October 18, 1930 at Webster City, IA. the daughter of Charles Franklin and Bessie Emiline (Butrum) McGuire. She received her education in Webster City and graduated from Webster City High School. Betty Jane was united in marriage to John Cordell Fosberg August 14, 1949 at the Methodist Church in Webster City. She retired from the Ames Daily Tribune where she was a Bookkeeper. Betty Jane was a member of the St. John's Episcopal Church, Women of the Moose, American Legion Auxiliary and Past member of College of Regents all in Ames. Betty will always be remembered for her love of family and friends. Betty enjoyed watching football and basketball, playing cards, Bingo and going out for coffee or lunch with family and friends. Survivors include her son, Douglas John Fosberg and wife Delores of Jacksonville, N.C.; daughter, Janet Elaine (Houser) Greve of Marshalltown, IA.; grandchildren, Rebecca Fosberg Thornton of Raleigh, N.C., Michael Lee Houser of Nevada, IA., Christopher Houser of Nevada, IA.; great-grandchildren, Zachary and Amber Thornton of Raleigh, N.C.; several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two brothers, four sisters, one nephew and one niece. Mary Jane Harken, age 91, of Ackley, died on Saturday, November 25, 2006 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Memorial services will be 10:30 A.M. Wednesday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Visitation will be from 6-8pm Tuesday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. MaryJane Harken was born August 25, 1915 at Minneapolis,MN., the daughter of John Basil and Jessie (Satterfield) Chegwyn. MaryJane moved to Eldora at a young age and received her education there graduating from Eldora High School. She married Raymond Theodore Harken June 19, 1936 at Parkersburg, IA. She was a member of St. John's United Church of Christ in Ackley, St. John's Womens Groups, Eastern Star and a Girl Scout Leader. MaryJane was an avid golfer who truly loved to play the game. She is survived by one daughter, Jane Schlampp of Ackley; one son, Philip Harken and his wife Joyce of Phoenix, AZ.; and one sister, Dorothy Kopel of Lagrange, GA.; nine grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, daughter, Norma Renken, brother, Norman Chegwyn and a son-in-law Robert L. Schlampp Pauline Mae Musson, age 80 of Iowa Falls, died Monday, November 20th, at the Heritage Care Center in Iowa Falls. Funeral Services will be 10:30 A.M. Saturday at the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the Union Cemetery, Iowa Falls. Visitation will be 4-8 P.M. Friday at the Surls Funeral Home of Iowa Falls with family receiving friends from 6-8 P.M. Pauline Musson was born on July 23, 1926 the daughter of Paul and Goldie (Matthews) Stephens in Delphos, Iowa. She was a graduate of Lake City High School. On April 5, 1946 she was united in marriage to Don Musson at the Baptist Parsonage in Ames, Iowa. Pauline was a homemaker as well as helping out on the farm. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls and also a member of the Owasa Needle Club. Pauline is survived by her husband Don of Iowa Falls, a daughter Karen Sue Musson of Iowa Falls, a son Doug Musson and wife Karen Kay of Iowa Falls, four grandchildren, nine great grandchildren, three step-grandchildren and eight step-great grandchildren, three sisters; Velta Carroll and husband Bob of Rochester, MN, Rosalie Nelson of Ames, Iowa, and Marilyn Mulanix and husband Tom of Lady Lake, Florida, two brothers; Roland Stephens and wife Ann of Boone, Iowa, and Rick Stephens and wife Liz of Detroit, MI, one sister in law, DeAnn Stephens of Nevada, Iowa; and special friend Billie Jo Culver of Ackley. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother; Roger, and daughter in law; Pennie Musson. Raymond J. Schachterle, age 90 of Ackley, died Wednesday, November 15, 2006 at Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Memorial services are 10:30 a.m. Friday at St. John's United Church of Christ in Ackley with burial in Oakwood Cemetery. Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley is in charge of arrangements. Raymond J. Schachterle was born June 20, 1916 the son of John and Marie (Loger) Schachterle at Dumont, Iowa. He received his education in the Dumont Schools. Raymond married Lauretta Hartema on November 2, 1937 at Manly, IA. Raymond was a farmer and a Hog Buyer for Farmland Foods retiring in 1982. Raymond was a member of St. John's United Church of Christ in Ackley. Survivors include one son Ronald Schachterle and wife Karen of Ackley; a daughter Pat Awe and special friend Tom Hansen of Ackley; three grandchildren; John Schachterle and wife Renae, Machel Eichmeier and husband James, Heath Miller and wife Lisa; six great-grandchildren; Blair and Bryce Eichmeier, Katie and Jacob Schachterle, and Brandon and Izaak Miller; two nephews; Gale Newby and Larry Newby. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; sister Pearl Newby and niece Gloria Haveland Betty J. Abbas, age 80 of Iowa Falls, died on Sunday, November 12, 2006 at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral Services will be 10:30 A.M. Thursday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls with burial in the Union Cemetery, Iowa Falls. Visitation will be 5-8 P.M. Wednesday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Betty Abbas was born on November 23, 1925 to Omer and Borghild (Kmudslien) Amundson in Webster City, Iowa. She married Russell Abbas, deceased, and had one son, Tim Abbas of Iowa Falls. Betty was a foster mother for many years for handicapped children. She also ran a daycare for many children in and around the Iowa Falls area. After her retirement she became an in home caregiver for the elderly. Betty is survived by her son, Tim and wife, Linda of Iowa Falls; a grandson, Russell Abbas of Iowa Falls; three granddaughters, Billie Jo Maro and husband, Andy of Iowa Falls, Brandy Ogden and husband, James of Iowa Falls, and Timothea Abbas and friend, Calvin Stanbrough; four great grandchildren, Taiven Maro, Caleb Maro, Presley Maro, and Chaisty Stanbrough all of Iowa Falls; a sister, LaVonne Johnson of Webster City; and two brothers, Roger Amundson of Webster City and Herb Amundson of Williamton, Delaware. She was preceded in death by her four brothers, Jimmy, Claude, JR, and Don Amundson and two sisters, Barb Ites and Ruth Reed. Deloris Elaine Meyer, age 68 of Iowa Falls, died on Friday, November 10, 2006 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Funeral services will be Tuesday at 10:30 at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the Union Cemetery, Iowa Falls. Visitation will be Monday from 4 to 8 pm at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Deloris Elaine Meyer was born on March 13, 1938 in Hampton, Iowa, the daughter of Ike and Dagmar (Kibsgaard) Olk. She attended country school in Hansel, Iowa, and completed her education at Sheffield Community Schools. After graduation she enrolled at Hamilton Business College in Mason City. Deloris was united in marriage to Kenneth (Bill) Nicholson in October 1957. To this union, three children were born: Kim, Mark and Connie. In May 1972 Deloris married Harold L. Meyer at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Iowa Falls. She was a member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church, Church Organist, pianist for the church choir, Hymn Sing leader, and President of Ladies Aid. She was president of Rebekah Circle, Eat-Out-Monthly Group, Etude Club and "Body and Soul" exercise group. She participated in Bible studies, helped prepare meals for seniors and funerals at her church. She delivered Meals on Wheels, worked at the CWU Thrift Shop and played for many weddings and funerals throughout the area. Deloris was a warm, loving wife, mother and sister who gave of herself in every way. She will be sorely missed by her family and friends and throughout the community. Deloris is survived by her daughters, Kim Whitmore of Iowa Falls and Connie Moehlman and husband Mike of Iowa Falls; son, Mark Nicholson of Hampton; step-daughter, Janet Weibrecht of West Des Moines; step-sons, Lee Meyer and wife Debbie of Fairfax and Doug Meyer of Denver, CO.; 15 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren; brother Norman Olk and wife Eleanor of Sheffield, sister Donna Joens and husband David of Waterloo, brother Larry Olk and wife Emma of Sheffield, sister Iva Griep and husband Stanley of Ackley and sister Barbara Long and husband Jim of Des Moines. She was preceded in death by her parents, both husbands, two step-daughters, Jane Elkin and Clarine Rater. Henry VanTiger age 92, of Ackley, died on Thursday, November 9, 2006 at his home. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Tuesday at the Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Ackley with burial in the Oakwood Cemetery, Ackley. Visitation will be 4-8 P.M. Monday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Henry was born October 8, 1914 at Holland, Iowa the son of Charles and Sarah (Lustfeus) VanTiger. He received his education in the Holland area schools and served his country during W.W. II with the U.S. Airforce. He married Alice Rieken on December 6, 1949 at the Little Brown Church in the Vale at Nashua and later to Marion F. Johnson in May of 1988. Henry was a self-employed mechanic and had also farmed and worked in the family owned gravel pits, Rieken's Quarry. Henry was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church and American Legion in Ackley. Survivors include two nephews, Irvin Knott and Rory Knott both of Texas; 13 loving grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; four step-daughters, Shari Spires and husband Walter of Black Mt., N.C., Deb Herman and husband Tom of Kansas City, MO. Sandra Erickson and husband Tom of Williamsburg, IA. and Kimery Zoellick of Ackley. He was preceded in death by his parents, both wives, a number of brothers and sisters, and one nephew, Terry. Ramon "Kent" Miller, age 81 of Zearing and formerly of Iowa Falls, died on Sunday, November 5, 2006 at the Colonial Manor in Zearing. Private graveside funeral services will be held at the Alden Cemetery. Surls Funeral Home of Alden is in charge of arrangemnts. Ramon was born on February 21, 1925 in Iowa Falls, Iowa, the son of Clifford and Blanche (Wood) Miller. He graduated from Grinnell College in 1954 and had served in the US Navy. Ramon was united in marriage to Janet Knierim in Grinnell and later divorced. He co-owned and operated Miller Lumberyard Business in Alden, Iowa Falls, and Owasa, later going to work for Eldora Training School as Director of Counselors. He had been a member of the Rotary club. Ramon is survived by his daughter, Susan Polzin and husband Rich of Alden, IA.; a son, Gary Miller of Oregon; one grand-daughter Tara Polzin of Alden. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Barton Miller. Norma Nehring, age 88, of Iowa Falls, died on Wednesday, November 01, 2006 at the Scenic Manor Nursing Home in Iowa Falls. Funeral services are 11:00 a.m. Saturday at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Iowa Falls with visitation one hour prior to services. Burial will be in the Keystone Cemetery in Keystone. Norma Amanda Brauer Nehring was born January 22, 1918 in Guttenburg, Iowa, the daughter of Albert H. and Anna (Ortman) Werner. Norma grew up in Allison and recieved her early education there graduating from Allison High School in 1935. Following her graduation she attended Iowa Normal School in Cedar Falls to recieve her teaching certificate. Norma taught country school until her marriage to Albert H. Brauer on June 2, 1940 at St. John Lutheran Church in Keystone, Iowa by Rev. Albert W. Brauer. Residing in various communities, Norma and Al raised three children while he pursued his career in school administration. In 1954, while in Hubbard, her husband, Supt. A.H. Brauer passed away. Norma returned to teaching, and at the same time attended summer school and evening classes at Iowa State Teachers College in Cedar Falls, to complete a B.A. degree in education. Norma and her children moved to Iowa Falls in 1958 where she taught 5th grade and remedial reading until her retirement in 1983. On July 13, 1968, Norma was married to Arthur C. Nehring at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Iowa Falls and lived in Iowa Falls until Arthur's death August 5, 1995. Norma remained involved with church, community and professional activities until heatlh issues required her to move to Scenic Manor in 2000. Norma was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church where she served on several committees, Delta Kappa Gamma, Retired Teachers Association, Bridge Club and BPW. Those thankful for having shared her life include two sons, Ronald A. Brauer and his wife Susan of Crete, IL.and Dennis L. Brauer and his wife Martha of Hayward, WI. ; a daughter, Carol J. Deal of Batavia, IL.; 6 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, both spouses and three brothers. Delmer L. Harms, age 53 of Ackley, died Saturday October 14th, at Iowa Methodist Hospital in Des Moines. Mass of the Resurrection will be 10:30 A.M. Tuesday at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Ackley with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be 4-8 P.M. Monday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley with a 7 P.M. Scripture Service. Delmer Lee Harms was born on September 17, 1953 in Hampton, Iowa, the son of Ben and Florence (Knipfel) Harms. He graduated from the Ackley-Geneva High School. On August 9, 1980 he was united in marriage to Patti King at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Ackley. Delmer was a member of the St. Mary's Catholic Church, Ackley Fire Dept. for 21 years, Ackley Saddle Club, Ackley Jaycees/Men's Club, and enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle. He is survived by his wife, Patti of Ackley; a daughter, Jessica Schipper and her husband, Todd of Ackley; a son, Levi Harms of Ackley; a granddaughter, Ryleigh Schipper of Ackley; a Schipper grandbaby expected soon; five sisters, Charlene (Dean) Roelfs of Ackley, Ruth (Ron) Lichtsinn of Clear Lake, Reta (Earl) Akers of Rudd, Linda (Doug) Woodley of Ackley, and Mary (Steve) Schumacher of Ackley; three brothers, Harley (Anita) Harms of Ackley, Larry (Patty) Harms of Ackley, and Robert (Jolene) Harms of Ackley; a father-in-law, Lloyd King of Ackley; a brother-in-law, Mike (Deb) King of Ackley; a sister-in-law, Marci King of Ackley; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and mother-in-law, Marlene King. Melba A. (Oleson) Ryan, age 89 of Dows, died Friday October 13th at the Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral Services will be 10:00 a.m., Tuesday at the Popejoy United Methodist Church in Popejoy with burial in the Fairview Cemetery at Dows. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Monday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Melba Oleson Ryan was born July 27, 1917 in Dows, Iowa, the daughter of Lars L. Oleson and Mary (Rasmussen) Oleson. Melba attended elementary school in Morgan Township #5, graduated from Dows High School in 1934 and received her teaching degree from Iowa State Teachers College in Cedar Falls in 1938. After college she remained at home to care for her ailing Mother. Melba was united in marriage to Harold (Toots) Ryan June 12, 1943 in Dows, Iowa at the home of her brother and his wife, Lawrence and Faith Oleson. To this union four children were born. Toots and Melba farmed until his untimely death in 1967. Melba continued to live on the farm tending to her large garden, growing all kinds of beautiful flowers and helping take care of the cows and calves. Melba pursued life with passion and joy, which is evident by her love of spending time with family and friends. She saw the best in everyone and each new person she met became her friend. Melba's everyday friendliness and helping hand will long be remembered. Her first consideration was for her home and family and the things she could do to make for their happiness and contentment. She was happiest surrounded by family and friends, cooking for them her wonderful Raisin creme pies, divinity, and her beef and pork roasts. Melba is survived and will be lovingly remembered and greatly missed by her sons, Michael (Shirley) Ryan of Mt. Vernon, IA, James (Bonnye) Ryan of Clear Lake, IA., and Timothy (Diane) Ryan of The Woodlands, TX. Grandchildren: Tyler Ryan, Phoenix, AZ., Dave (Heidi) Ryan, Mt. Vernon, IA., Russ (Sandy) Ryan, Los Angeles, CA., Debbie (Eric) Butler, Rockwall, TX., Carrie Ryan, Rockwall, TX. and Amanda Ryan Secory (Joel II) Clear Lake, IA. Great Grandchildren: Jacob, Emily, Sarah, Trey, Libby, Paul, Lauren and Henry Ryan, Mt. Vernon, IA, Logan and Aubrey Butler, Rockwall, TX, Hunter Ryan, Rockwall, TX and Elle Ryan Secory, Clear Lake, IA. Sisters-in-law, Verna Ryan, Elsie Schroeder, Darlene Aldrich, Juanita Oleson, brother-in-law, Edward (Marge) Ryan and many nieces and nephews. Melba was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Harold (Toots) Ryan; infant daughter, Mary Kay Ryan; brothers, Lawrence (Doc) and LuVerne Oleson; sister, Buenetta Vanderlip; granddaughter, Jenny Ryan; and grandson, Tad R. Ryan. Irvin "Bud" Klein, age 85 of Iowa Falls died Thursday, October 12th at the Scenic Manor Nursing Home in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 11:00 A.M. Monday at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be 2-4 P.M. Sunday at the Surls Funeral Home of Iowa Falls. Irvin J. Klein was born on July 24, 1921, at Alden, Iowa to Ferdinand and Augusta (Lange) Klein. He was confirmed at the St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Alden , attended rural Shepherd School and graduated from the Alden High School in 1940. On April 17, 1949 he married Mavis Jacobson at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Alden, Iowa. Irvin was employed as a lineman for Hardin County REC, retiring in 1984. He is survived by his wife, Mavis; a son, Mark and his wife, Janet of Iowa Falls; a grandson, Tyler and his wife, Lacy of Cottage Grove, WI; a granddaughter, Amanda of Ankeny; four sisters, Edna Sanders, Lillian Locke, Doris Rieks and her husband, Maynard all of Iowa Falls and Esther Pfeffer of Cedar Rapids; one sister-in-law, Florence Klein of Alden; a brother-in-law, Lee Richards of Webster City; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and infant grandson, Jason; three sisters, Anna Kastendick, Irene Richards, and Elsa Klein; and six brothers, Fred, Paul, Frank, Walter, Herman, and Robert. Betty M. Nicklas, age 87, of Iowa Falls, died on Tuesday, October 10, 2006 at Mercy Medical Center in Mason City. Funeral services are 10:30 a.m. Monday at Bethany Lutheran Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the Union Cemetery. Visitation will be 2 - 4 p.m. Sunday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Betty M. Nicklas was born September 5, 1919, the daughter of Chris Nels and Ricka B. (Degner) Christensen. She married Glenn O. Nicklas April 23, 1941 at Unionville, MO. She is survived by her son David Nicklas, of Torrance, CA. and a brother, Magnus Christensen of Lombard, Ill. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Glenn; a son, Steven; two sisters; and a brother. Robert E. Allen, age 96, of Iowa Falls, died on Saturday, October 07, 2006 at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Wednesday at the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the Northlawn Memory Gardens, Iowa Falls. Visitation will be 6-8 P.M. Tuesday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Memorials may be directed to the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls. Robert was born on November 24, 1909 in rural Conrad, Iowa, the son of D. Frank and Jenny (Folkerts) Allen. He attended rural schools and Popejoy School. He was united in marriage to Doris Quible on October 2, 1938 at Chadron, NE, and after her death he married Edna Hackbarth on February 20, 1982 in Iowa Falls. Robert was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Methodist Men,Odd Fellows, ASCS Office, and had been a School Board Director. He is survived by his wife, Edna of Iowa Falls; a son, Darrell Allen and his wife, Rita of Iowa Falls; a daughter, Barbara Fritz and her husband, Francis of Iowa Falls; a sister, Thelma Frost of Johnston; a daughter-in-law, Linda Ingebritson and her husband, Mike of Iowa Falls; 9 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Vic; his first wife, Doris; three brothers, Don, Harold, and Willard Allen; one sister, Dorothy Felland; and two half-sisters, Lela Nott and Marietta Saline. Jonathan Todd Bolhuis, age 29, of Ackley, died on Tuesday, October 03, 2006 at his home. Funeral services will be 1:30 P.M. Friday at the Bethel Reformed Church, rural Aplington with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be 3-8 P.M. Thursday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Military rites provided by the Elliott-Keninger Post #252 of Ackley. Jonathan Todd Bolhuis was born on August 16, 1977 in Iowa Falls, Iowa, the son of Garry Bolhuis and Carolyn Schipper. He graduated from the Ackley Geneva High School in 1995 and was attending Ellsworth Community College. Jonathan was a member of the U.S. Army. He was united in marriage to Roxanne Capron on June 1, 2002 at the Reformed Church in Aplington. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, being with family and especially spending time with his granddaughter, Sakya. He is survived by his wife, Roxanne; mother, Carolyn French and her husband, Bob of Ackley; father, Garry Bolhuis and his wife, Dee of Clarksville; a brother, Joshua Bolhuis and his wife, Tracie of Dows and their children, Carley, Jordan and Tyson; a brother, Justin Bolhuis and his wife, LeAnn of Aplington; a step son, Tyller Reints of Ackley; a step-daughter, Brittany Reints of Iowa Falls and her boyfriend, Shawn Bandow; a granddaughter, Sakya Radamaker; paternal grandparents, Fred and Eunice Bolhuis of Aplington; maternal grandmother, Marcia Schipper of Kelsey; three step-sisters, Cassie Doty and her husband, Josh of Iowa Falls, Denielle Abbas and her husband, Bret of New Hartford, and Glynna Abbas and family of Waverly; a step-brother, Brandon French of Buckeye; and several aunts, uncles, relatives, and friends. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Fred M. Schipper. Hollis "LaVerne" McGuire, age 94 of Alden, died on Saturday, September 30, 2006 at the Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames. Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Wednesday at the Immanuel Memorial United Church of Christ in Alden with burial in the Oak Hill Cemetery, Popejoy. Visitation will be 4-6 PM Tuesday at the Surls Funeral Home in Alden. Hollis LaVerne McGuire was born on July 9, 1912 in Newton, IL., the daughter of Sam and Bertha Rude. She was baptized in the Christian Church at Long Swamp, IL. She spent her childhood in Illinois and Webster City, Iowa. She was united in marriage to George McGuire on October 25, 1928 in Webster City. Her married life was spent in Michigan, Illinois, and Iowa. She lived in Popejoy for 20 years before moving to Alden. She and her husband, George were very active in antiques and collectable's and attended flea markets and fairs through out the state of Iowa. She was a member of the Immanuel Memorial United Church of Christ in Alden. She is survived by her daughter, Barbara Ann Nelson and her husband, Donald of Rudyard, MI; five grandchildren, Larry, Ardyth, Donald, Emily, and Becky; and 9 great grandchildren. Debra Kay Peyton, age 45, of Iowa Falls, died on Saturday, September 30, 2006 at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Memorial services will be 11:00 A.M. Wednesday at the St. John's United Church of Christ in Ackley with burial in the Oakwood Cemetery, Ackley. Visitation will be 6-8 P.M. Tuesday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Memorials may be sent to Bruce Peyton, 410 Talbott St. #302, Iowa Falls, IA. 50126. Debra Kay Peyton was born on December 2, 1960 in Iowa Falls, Iowa, the daughter of Lawrence and Mildred (Kuper) DeWalt. She graduated from the Ackley-Geneva Schools in 1979. She was united in marriage to Bruce Peyton on August 25, 1990 at Ackley. Debra received her RN from Ellsworth College, her BSN and MSN from Allen College in Waterloo. She was currently a Doctoral student at UNI. Debra had been a nurse at Franklin General Hospital Nursing Facility and Ellsworth Hospital. At the time of her death, she was an assistant professor at Allen College. Debra was a member of the St. John's United Church of Christ in Ackley, a member of Sigma Theta Tau, and the National League of Nursing. Debra is survived by her husband, Bruce of Iowa Falls; her parents, Lawrence and Mildred DeWalt of Iowa Falls; a sister, Dayna Jensen and her husband, Craig of Greenfield; a nephew, Heath Jensen of Cedar Rapids; and a niece, Allison Jensen of Greenfield. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, John and Marie Kuper of Ackley and her paternal grandparents, Chester DeWalt of Vliets, Kansas and Mabel DeWalt of Kansas City, Missouri. Dennis Dale Thies age 55, of Alden, died Sunday, September 24, 2006 at home. Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls with cremation to follow. Visitation will be 5-8 P.M. Tuesday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Dennis Dale Thies was born July 3, 1951 at Iowa Falls, Iowa, the son of Dale and Roma (Swift) Thies. He was raised in Iowa Falls area and graduated from Iowa Falls High School in 1969. He married Diane Leah Mitterer on July 22, 1972 at the Alden United Methodist Church. Dennis drove trucks all his life, locally and over the road retiring in 2004. He had recently moved back to this area from Texas due to his health. Survivors include his wife, Diane Thies; daughters, Kristina Pierce and her husband Tom of Alden and Shannen Osborne and her husband Eric of San Angelo, TX.; one son Kelley Thies of Radcliffe; eight grandchildren who lovingly called him papa; sisters, Rosann Hinz and her husband Randy of Steamboat Rock and Tania Foley and her husband Ed of Granville, ILL.; three aunts and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dale and Roma Thies; one infant grandson, Donavon; and faithful companion, Missy his dog. Memorials may be sent to Greenbelt Bank & Trust, 616 Washington Ave., Iowa Falls, IA. 50126 in Memory of Dennis Dale Thies. Orville Burgess, age 91, of Alden, died Tuesday, September 19, 2006 at home. Visitation will be 5-7 P.M. Friday at the Surls Funeral in Iowa Falls with a 7 P.M. Public Prayer Service. There will be graveside services 10:00 A.M. Saturday at the Graceland Cemetery in Webster City. Orville Albert Burgess was born on October 25, 1914 in Pontiac, Michigan, the son of George and Oneita (Gage) Burgess. He was united in marriage to Louise Moore on April 8, 1938 and after her death, he married Arlene Rankin Sharar on February 20, 1979. Orville had worked as a car dealer for over forty years, retiring in 1984. He was a charter member of the Elks Club in Pontiac, Michigan; a charter member of the Popejoy Lions Club; and a member of the Iowa Falls Loyal Order of the Moose Lodge #1331. Orville is survived by his three grandsons, Kevin Matson and his wife, Kathy, Dan Matson and his wife, Cindy, and Mike Burgess; two granddaughters, Cathy Matson and Valerie Burgess; three great-granddaughters; three great-grandsons; a step-son, Larry Sharar and his wife, Leona of Dows; two step-daughters, Jan Hurd and her husband, Lloyd of Alden and Lee Jass and her husband, Mike of Garden Grove; 8 step-grandchildren; and 10 great-step-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; wives, Louise and Arlene; and a son, Harold Burgess. John Pierce, age 78, of Grimes, IA. and formerly of Iowa Falls died on Saturday, September 16, 2006 at the Deerfield Retirement Community in Urbandale, IA. Memorial services will be 10:30 A.M. Saturday at the First Congregational United Church of Christ in Iowa Falls. There will be no visitation. Cards may be sent to Evelyn at 108 N.W. 8th St. #205, Grimes, Iowa, 50111. Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls is in charge of arrangements. John was born on November 19, 1927 in Eldora, Iowa and grew up on a farm east of Iowa Falls. He graduated from the Iowa Falls High School in 1945. On June 10, 1949, he married Evelyn Lewis in Iowa Falls. They farmed for seven years and then in 1957, John started working at Ralston Purina Co. in Iowa Falls. After 32 years at Ralston Purina, he retired in 1989. John and Evelyn moved to Grimes in 2004. John is survived by his wife of 57 years, Evelyn. He is also survived by daughters, Francine (Frank) Oppold and Suzanne (Charles) Kelsey; a son, Joseph (Martha) Pierce; grandchildren, Ginny (Brian) Washburne, Jesse (Melanie) Kelsey, Mary Oppold, Keegan Kelsey, Michael Oppold and Anna Pierce; a brother, Neil J. Pierce and wife, Audrey; a sister, Donna Jones and husband Paul; and a sister-in-law, Donna Klein. He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph John Pierce and his mother, Marion Pierce Harris. Mae Brower, age 91, of Hampton and formerly of Ackley, died on Saturday, September 09, 2006 at Franklin General Hospital in Hampton. Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Tuesday at the West Friesland Presbyterian Church, Ackley with burial in the Christian Reformed Cemetery, Ackley. Visitation will be 6-8 PM Monday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Mae L. Brower was born on April 7, 1915 in Holland, IA, the daughter of Heye and Alice (Franken) Heronimus. She was united in marriage to Alfred Brower on January 15, 1937 in Holland. Mae had been a homemaker and was a past member of the Christian Reformed church and was the church organist for many years. Mae is survived by her husband Alfred of Hampton; children, Gary Brower and wife, Kay of Geneva, IA., Sharon Hartman and husband, Dale of Eldora, IA. and Jay Brower and wife, Linda of Hampton, IA.; seven granddaughters; nine great-grandchildren; four sisters, DeLoris Bakker, Tena Schoon, and Elma Siefken all of Grundy Center and Iva Dean Itzen (John) of Cedar Falls ; and two sisters in law, LaVonne Heronimus of El Paso, TX and Grace Heronimus of Holland, IA. She was preceded in death by her parents; four brothers; and four sisters. Velma Kuper, age 88, of Ackley, died on Saturday, September 09, 2006 at the Presbyterian Village in in Ackley. Funeral services will be 1:00 P.M. Tuesday at the St. John's United Church of Christ, Ackley with burial in the Oakwood Cemetery, Ackley. Visitation will be 5-7 P.M. Monday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Memorials may be directed to the new Alzheimers unit at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. 502 Butler St., Ackley, IA 50601. Velma Henrietta Kuper was born on March 1, 1918 in Franklin County. She was the only child of Lewie and Sophia (Nolte) Harms. But she had many aunts, uncles, and cousins as both of her parents came from large families. She married Harm Kuper on May 25, 1938. They farmed in the Dumont area and raised their three children there. In 1967, Harm and Velma moved to Ackley where Velma helped Harm run his shoe business until retirement. After Harm's death in 1994, Velma spent time sewing, crocheting, and watching the Chicago Cubs. In November of 2004, she moved to the Presbyterian Village where she felt at home. She enjoyed talking with residents and staff and loved the flower garden. She always looked forward to getting the latest pictures of her great granddaughters which she proudly displayed in her room. Velma is survived by her son, LaVerne Kuper of Jesup; daughters, Linda Mc Donough and her husband, Brian of Sarasota, FL and LaVera Jarman and her husband, Keith of Knoxville; grandchildren, Brian Wente and his wife, Karen of Orlando, FL and Michelle Rand and her husband, Mike of Lakeland, FL; and great granddaughters, Breanna and Brooke Wente. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband, Harm. Howard Brooks Wenger, 83, formerly of Hamburg and Iowa City, IA, passed away on September 2, 2006 at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital, Iowa Falls, IA. Howard was born in Oak Park, IL on October 11, 1922 to Ezra and Mame Brooks Wenger. He received his B.A. and J.D. degrees from the University of Iowa. After serving as a Lieutenant in the U.S. Navy during W.W. II, Howard married Isobel Bailey Peterson on November 23, 1946 in Rockport, MO. She died in 1967. He married Helen Lee Hensleigh Fox on August 23, 1969 in Hamburg, IA. She died in July 2006. Howard practiced law in Hamburg for forty years. He was very active in the bar association and many community groups. Howard served on the State Judicial Nominating Committee charged with selecting candidates for the Iowa Supreme Court and the Iowa Court of Appeals. He was appointed by the Iowa Supreme Court as examiner for the Iowa State Bar Admissions Examinations in 1985. Howard retired to Iowa City in 1989 and was active in the arts and other organizations. Howard enjoyed golf, tennis and bridge and many years of foreign travel in Europe and Asia. He was a very generous person, a good friend to many, and a loving and supportive family member. Howard is survived by three sons, Howard (Liz) of Iowa Falls, Stephen of San Diego, CA, and James (Pam) of Clay Center, KS; five grandsons: Chad, Ryan, Andrew, Joseph and Patrick; and a sister, Virginia Bagni of Sun City West, AZ. His parents and brothers John and Bill preceded him in death. Visitation with the family will be held Thursday evening, September 7, from 5 to 8 p.m. at United Trinity Church in Hamburg, IA. Graveside services will be held Friday, September 8, at 10:00 a.m. at the Hamburg Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Howard B. Wenger Memorial Fund at the Iowa Falls State Bank, P.O. Box 129 in Iowa Falls 50126. Surls Funeral Home of Iowa Falls is in charge of local arrangements. Cozette Ramey, age 98, of Grand Junction, CO and formerly of Iowa Falls, died on Friday, September 1, 2006 at the Mesa Manor Rehabilitation Care Center in Grand Junction. A graveside service will be held 10:00 a.m. Saturday, September 9th, at Jackson Township Cemetery, Owasa, Iowa where she will be laid to rest with her husband. Memorial contributions can be made to Hospice and Palliative Care of Western Colorado, 2754 Compass Dr, Grand Junction, CO 81506. The Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls is in charge of the arrangements. Cozy was born June 2, 1908, to Charles and Sara Waltz Snyder at New Hampton, Iowa. She attended schools in Iowa and graduated from New Hampton High School. In 1926, she was united in marriage to Wilbur Wheat. Her son, Dirk was adopted and Betty was born to this union. The couple farmed near Owasa, Iowa and in 1951 were divorced. Cozy married Harold Ramey October 27, 1951 in Vermillion, SD. They later moved to Grand Junction, CO. Cozy was a member of the Northeast Christian Church. She enjoyed her children and received great joy from her fifty-five descendents. Cozette is survived by her nine grandchildren, Sheryl Covington, Kent Polley, and Donna (Chris) Lopez of Grand Junction, CO, Craig (Teri) Polley of Whitewater, CO, Jeff (Shelly) Polley of Rangely, CO, Kathy (Jeff) Stafford, Lenoir, NC, Tracy (Joy) Wheat, New Hartford, IA, Marnae Tucker and Karyn (Dennis) Salmon, Cedar Falls, IA; two sisters, Juanita Rudolph of Santa Monica, CA and Bernita White of York, SC; 26 great grandchildren, 20 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by both of her children in October, 2000, her husband Harold, June 14, 1983, two sisters and three brothers, and one grandson, Ted Allen Wheat. David (Fluff) Vierkandt, age 35, of Omaha, NE died on Thursday, August 17, 2006 at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, NE. Funeral services will be 3:00 P.M. Monday at the St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Alden with burial in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1:30 - 3:00 P.M. prior to services at the church on Monday. Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be directed to the Isabelle Skye Memorial Fund. David Carl (Fluff) Vierkandt was born on December 2, 1970 in Arlington Heights, IL, the son of Richard and Janice Vierkandt. He was a laborer at Hawkins Construction Company in Omaha, NE. He is survived by his daughter, Isabelle Skye; mother, Janice Vierkandt of Elgin, IL.; a father, Richard Vierkandt and his wife, Debbie; a sister, Jeannette Clink and her husband, Larry of Iowa Falls; a brother, Rick Vierkandt; and a special companion, Shannon Stusse of Council Bluffs, IA; many aunts, uncles, cousins, and host of friends. Lester Neymeyer, age 88, of Aplington, died on Thursday, August 17, 2006 at the Covenant Medical Center in Waterloo. Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Monday at the West Friesland Presbyterian Church, Ackley with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be 4-7 PM Sunday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. A memorial fund has been established. Lester E. Neymeyer was born on July 27, 1918, in rural Grundy County, Iowa, the son of John and Elizabeth (Harken) Neymeyer. He attended Grundy Co. German #1 country school and graduated from the Aplington High School in 1936 and from DMACC in Nursing Home Administration in 1974. He was in the US Army from 1941-45 in the 34th Infantry Div. in North Africa and Italy. Lester and Stella (Eekhoff)were united in marriage on December 27, 1946 at the West Friesland Presbyterian Church in Ackley. He was a retired farmer and was the Administrator at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley from 1975-81. He was a member of the Presbyterian Church of America (PCA); Gideons International (Bible Distribution); he was very active in church, teaching Sunday school and served as the Elder for many years. He especially enjoyed spending time with his family. Lester is survived by his his wife, Stella; a son, Leland and his wife, Elaine of Aplington; five daughters, Marcia Westgate and her husband, Merle of Ames, Paulette Teague and her husband, Peter of Lancaster, PA, Dorothea Kampman and her husband, Bob of Kesley, Ilene Boelman and her husband, Jim of Cedar Falls, and Jean Jungling and her husband, Russ of Iowa Falls; 18 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; a brother, Emery Neymeyer of Greene; a sister, Bette Jo Knock of Pella; a sister in law, Genevieve Neymeyer of Aplington; and a brother in law, Reuben Estrada of Bella Vista, AR. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Wayne Neymeyer; a sister, Irene Estrada; two grandchildren; and two great grandchildren. Elaine Graves, age 79 of Gilbert, AZ. and formerly of Hubbard died on Wednesday, August 16, 2006 at Banner Hospice in Mesa, AZ. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Monday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls, with burial in the Friends Cemetery, Iowa Falls. Visitation will be 2-4 P.M. Sunday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Sara Elaine Graves was born on July 10, 1927, in Union, Iowa, the daughter of Russell and Pearl (Packer) Cobb. She graduated from the Union Consolidated High School with the Class of 1945 and attended college at Cedar Falls. She was united in marriage to Homer Neil Graves on January 12, 1947 in Union, Iowa. Elaine had been a Homemaker Health Aide, worked in a cafe, and babysat. She and her husband had farmed many years, owned a trucking and corn shelling business, camping trailer and camping equipment business. She loved to knit, crochet, and sew and she enjoyed camping and collecting cardinals. She was a longtime member of the Lamplighter Club in Hubbard. Elaine is survived by her children, Karen Wormell and her husband, David of Gilbert, AZ and Marcus Graves and his wife, Fern of Iowa Falls, Iowa; four grandchildren, Ryan, Cory, and Sara Wormell all of Gilbert, AZ and Sally Graves of Iowa Falls; brothers, Donald Cobb and his wife, Marge of Marshalltown and Ben Cobb and his wife, Mary of Kimberling, MO; a brother in law, Francis Graves of Plainfield, IN; and a sister in law, Neva Kerr of Waterloo. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and a sister, Phyllis Weeks. Gertrude Ites, age 95, of Iowa Falls, died on Monday, August 14, 2006 at the Scenic Manor in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 1:30 PM Saturday at the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the Oakwood Cemetery, Ackley. Visitation will be 6-8 PM Friday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Gertrude Ites was born February 21, 1911 at Ackley, Iowa, the daughter of Peter and Hilgeen (Abbas) Kannegieter. She recieved her education in the local rural schools. She married Edd Ites on April 6, 1932 at Ackley.Gertrude was a homemaker as well as Edd's helping hand on the couples farm. Gertrude was a past member of the Christian Reform Church in Ackley. She enjoyed playing cards, bingo and had a special love for bowling. She was a lifelong Ackley resident moving to Iowa Falls in 1998. Gertrude is survived by her daughter, Grace Ulrich and her husband Leowen of Iowa Falls; a grandson, Eugene Ulrich and his wife Terri of Millbury, OH.; a granddaughter, Susan Schermer and her husband Lynn of Little Rock, AR.; 6 great-grandchildren 19 great great grandchildren; and 4 great great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, 4 sisters and 3 brothers. JUNE DARLENE ROMMEL McELVANIA, age 76 of Liberal, Kansas died on Monday, August 14, 2006 at the Southwest Medical Center in Liberal, Kansas following a lengthy illness. Services will be held 10:00 a.m. Friday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls with burial in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Thursday with the family present at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. June Darlene McElvania was born March 9, 1930 near Alden, Iowa to John and Lena (Lepper) Rommel. June attended school at Burdette School and graduated from Iowa Falls High School in 1948. She married Lyle McElvania October 15, 1949. She was a wonderful loving wife and homemaker with many friends. Proceeded in death by her father and mother, John and Lena Rommel, sister Lavon Rommel, brother Les Rommel, and son Kevin McElvania. Survivors include: husband, Lyle of Liberal, Kansas, Daughter, Linda Canterbury and husband John of Ft. Smith, Arkansas, their children Nic Canterbury of Ft. Smith, Arkansas and Jennifer Frazier and husband Brian of Fayetteville, Arkansas. Son, David McElvania and wife Claudia of Muskogee, Oklahoma, their children Sarah Kitchen and husband John of Moore, Oklahoma, and Jonathan McElvania of Muskogee. Son, Mark McElvania and son's Dylan and James McElvania of Liberal, Kansas. Great grandchildren include Easton Frazier and Taylor Kitchen. Sister, Jeannie and husband Bob Palo of Iowa Falls, Iowa, and brother-in-laws and sister-in-laws, Glen and Pat McElvania, Marlyn and Marlys McElvania of Alden Iowa, and sister-in-law Shirley Rommel of Dallas, Texas. Also many nieces and nephews. Pallbearers are Grandsons: Nic Canterbury, Jonathan McElvania, Dylan McElvania, James McElvania, John Kitchen and Brian Frazier. Beverly Norma Fisher, age 82, of Iowa Falls, died on Saturday, August 12, 2006 at the Mercy Health Center in Mason City. Memorial service will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at First Congregational United Church of Christ in Iowa Falls with burial in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be 6 -8 p.m.Tuesday with the family present at Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Beverly Norma Fisher, was born on April 5, 1924 in Blair, NE, the daughter of Charles and Hazel (Hartman) McBride. She graduated from High School in Bair, NE. in 1943 and was united in marriage to Wayne Fisher on March 24, 1946. Beverly had worked at Safeway in Blair, NE as a checker and helped on the farm. In 1978 she and her husband retired to Rogers and Bella Vista, AR. and returned to Iowa in March 2000. She was a member of the First Congregational United Church of Christ and a past member of the Eastern Star in Alden. Beverly enjoyed cooking, sewing, and knitting. Beverly is survived by her husband, Wayne; three sons, Bruce of Slater, Mark of Clear Lake, and Paul of St. Peter, MN; seven grandchildren; and three great grand daughters. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Fredrick and Charles McBride; and three sisters, Kathleen, Maxine, and Pauline. Gerald (Jerry) Christensen, age 65, of Popejoy, died on Friday, August 04, 2006 at the University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City. Funeral services are 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls with burial in Northlawn Memory Gardens. Visitation will be one hour before services on Tuesday. Gerald (Jerry) Christensen was born August 21, 1940 at Dows, IA. the son of Henry and Georgia (Steenblock) Christensen. Jerry's father died in an accident when he was 7 and his mother was unable to care for him so his grandparents, Andrew and Clara Christensen raised him. He was confirmed at the Dows Lutheran Church. He graduated from Oakland Township High School with class of 1958 and from Hamiltons Business College in Mason City in 1960. Jerry moved back to the Iowa Falls area and went to work for Ray Christensen and later moved to Burdette in 1970. Ray retired in 1984 and Jerry and John Andersen formed Jere-Bear Construction until 1996 when he then started working on his own until he retired. Though he did regular construction Jerry was better known for his finish work. He was very artistic with his cabinets and could make steel look like wood. Jerry was an avid bowler for many years. He enjoyed playing cards, needle-point, crocheting and gardening with a special love for flower gardens. He helped with Special Olympics and had donated his bowling trophy's to the Work Activity Center in Iowa Falls to be used for their bowling program. In 2001 Jerry moved to Popejoy where he lived with his aunt, Alma. Survivors include his aunts, Alma McElvania and Velma Fuller both of Popejoy; uncles, Raymond Christensen of Iowa Falls, LaVerne Christensen of Popejoy and Andrew Christensen, Jr. of Anthem, AZ.; many cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents; grandparents, Andrew and Clara Christensen; aunts, Merna Christensen and Cora Shaw; uncle, Franklin Christensen. V.E. (Wally) Tolzmann, age 96, of Iowa Falls, died on Saturday, July 29, 2006 at the Heritage Care Center in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 11am Wednesday at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Iowa Falls with burial to follow in the Union Cemetery Iowa Falls . Visitation will be 6-8 pm Tuesday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Wally was born on June 15, 1910, in Henderson, MN, the son of Charles and Caroline (Harder) Tolzmann. He was united in marriage to Fern Marie Eason on September 4, 1931 in Taylors Falls, MN. Wally had worked at Firestone for 25yrs and then for the City of Iowa Falls for 8 yrs. He was a member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Iowa Falls. Wally is survived by his daughter, Barbara Krise of Council Bluffs; a son, Carroll and his wife, Rose of Dubuque; five grandchildren; thirteen great grandchildren; and a brother in law, George Eason. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Fern; a son, John; four brothers, Ted, Levi, Bill and Charlie Tolzmann;and four sisters, Louise Springer, Selma Doty, Esther Olund, and Olga Mcloud. Elaine E. Weaver, age 78, of Iowa Falls, died on Saturday, July 29, 2006 at her home of cancer while under the care of Hospice. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Thursday, August 3rd at the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the Union Cemetery, Iowa Falls. Visitation will be 3-8 P.M. Wednesday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls with family receiving friends from 6-8 P.M. Memorials may be directed to the Elaine Weaver Memorial Fund, % Green Belt Bank & Trust, 616 Washington Ave., Iowa Falls, IA., 50126. Elaine Elsie Weaver was born on August 21, 1927 in Iowa Falls, Iowa, the daughter of Carl and Alma (Rieks) Bunte. She graduated from the Radcliffe High School. Elaine was united in marriage to Wood W. Weaver. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls, Iowa Falls Elks Club B.P.O.E. Lodge #1674, Highland Golf Club, Women of the Moose, Iowa Falls Lodge #1108, and the Meadow Hills Golf Course. She is survived by her son, James and his wife, Diane of Billings, MT; a daughter, Susie Weaver of Billings, MT; a sister, Ruby Puttkamer and her husband, Floyd of Iowa Falls; two grandsons, Christopher Weaver and his wife, Jessie of Iowa Falls, and Rex Weaver of Cedar Park, TX; two granddaughters, Jennifer Kondracki and her husband, Brian of Boston, MA and Jeri Sue Weaver of Boston, MA; a great grandson, Samuel R. Weaver of Iowa Falls; and a great granddaughter, Alexa Kondracki of Boston, MA. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Wood; a son and daughter in law, Rocky and Christie Weaver; a sister, Arlene Bunte; and a brother, Wallace Bunte. Kyra Murdock, age 39, of Ackley, died on Sunday, July 23, 2006 at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. There will be no services, the Sietsema Funeral Home of Ackley is in charge of arrangements. The family requests that all memorials be sent in Kyra's name to the Ackley Fire Dept. in appreciation for all they did for Kyra. Kyra Norris Murdock was born on June 11, 1967 in Iowa Falls, Iowa, the daughter of Wayne and Darla (Heffelmeier) Norris. She relocated to the Hawaiian Islands of Kauai, Maui and Oahu where she attended and graduated from grade school and High School. In 1991 Kyra returned to Iowa Falls where she graduated from Buena Vista University with a BA in Human Services. On February 14, 2002 she was united in marriage to Toren Murdock and lived the remainder of her life in Iowa Falls and Ackley. Kyra displayed courage and fortitude in the face of adversity and made life more meaningful for those around her. She will be missed very much by those who knew and loved her. Kyra is survived by her husband, Toren of Ackley; father, Wayne Norris and his wife, Linda of rural Steamboat Rock; mother, Darla Heffelmeier Gleason of Eagle City; brother, Rhett Norris and wife, Marlene of Loon Lake, WA; two nieces, Katie and Kelsey; and a great-aunt and uncle, Harvey and Margaret Heffelmeier of rural Ackley. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Walter and Genevieve Heffelmeier and Guy and Mildred Norris; and great-aunt and uncle Bob and Doris Ruppelt. Ervin Herman William Lange, 94, of Alden, died on Saturday, July 22, 2006 at Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames. Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Tuesday at the St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Buckeye with burial in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be 6-8 P.M. Monday at the Surls Funeral Home in Alden. Ervin Herman William Lange was born March 15, 1912 in Alden, the son of Frank and Anna (Klaffke) Lange. He received his education in Hardin County Country Schools. Ervin was united in marriage to Mildred Naoma Crawford on June 7, 1947 in the First Congregational Church in Iowa Falls. He was a lifelong area resident and farmer. He was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Buckeye where he served as a Trustee and Elder for many years. He was also a member of Pine Lake Wildlife Club in Eldora. Ervin enjoyed spending his free time fishing. He is survived by his wife, Mildred, of Iowa Falls; nephews, Ronald Weatherman of Waterloo and Jerry Weatherman of Eastsound, WA.; niece, Joyce McCann of Wayzata, MN. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, August H. Lange; and a sister, Viola Weatherman. Elwood Oelmann, age 78 of Ackley, died on Tuesday, July 18, 2006 at the Cedar Valley Hospice in Waterloo. Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Friday at the First Christian Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the Hazelgreen Cemetery, Ackley. Visitation will be 5-8 P.M. Thursday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Elwood Carl Oelmann was born on March 4, 1928, in rural Ackley, the son of Carl and Laura Oelmann. He attended Hazel Green Etna Township #8 country school in rural Ackley, and the Steamboat Rock High School. Elwood was united in marriage to Betty Van Raden on January 15, 1949 at the EUB Church in Ackley. To this union five children were born. Elwood was a life long farmer who loved his John Deere machinery, motorcycles, horses and trail rides. His greatest love was his family and his many friends. He lost his long battle with cancer under the loving care of Cedar Valley Hospice, surrounded by his family. He is survived by his wife, Betty; and his children: daughter, Linda Flack and husband, Mike of Ackley; a daughter, Rebecca Norman and husband, Steve of Ackley; a daughter Paula Spurlin and husband, Steve of New Hartford; and a son, Mark Oelmann of Steamboat Rock; nine grandchildren: Brian Flack, Shawn Healey, Stacy (Flack) Stubbe, Danielle Oelmann, Lynelle, Kellen, and Jordan Spurlin, Jesse and Josh Oelmann; six great grandchildren: Liam and Carter Stubbe, Mattilyn and Briana Flack, and Shaddrick and Taron Healey. Elwood is preceded in death by his parents; sister, Lorraine Knoll; daughter, Kathryn; and a grandson, Chad Healey. Dorothy Warner, age 91, of Iowa Falls, died on Monday, July 17, 2006 at the Scenic Manor Nursing Home in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Thursday at the Bethany Lutheran Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the Hardin County Cemetery, Eldora. Visitation will be 4-6 P.M. Wednesday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Dorothy was born on April 9, 1915 in Iowa Falls, Iowa, the daughter of James and Martha (Campbell) Hogan. She attended school in Iowa Falls. On October 7, 1943 Dorothy was united in marriage to Ray Eugene Warner at the Bethany Lutheran Church in Iowa Falls. Dorothy is survived by her six daughters, Linda Manske, Jolene Thompson, Wanda Kastner, Martha Reed, and Iris Holman all of Iowa Falls and Patricia Lee of Bixby, MO.; two sons, Marion and Tommy Warner both of Iowa Falls; 19 grandchildren; and 26 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Martin Holland and Ray Warner; a son, Martin France Holland; a daughter, Dorothy Rodamaker; two sisters, Nina Hogan and Eva; and six brothers, Melvin, Pat, Walter, Clifford, John, and Tom Hogan. Eugene Anthony Vanderloop (Pappy), age 78, of Alden, died on Sunday, July 16, 2006 at Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames. Mass of the Resurrection will be 10:30 A.M. Wednesday at the St. Mark's Catholic Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be 5:30-7:00 P.M. Tuesday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls with a 7:00 P.M. Wake Service followed by a Rosary. Full military rites by Collins-Dunning American Legion Post #201 of Alden Eugene Anthony Vanderloop was born on October 1, 1927 in Primrose, NE, the son of Harold and Cecilia (Schmitz) Vanderloop. He was in the US Army in the 188th Airborne Division. On June 21, 1948 he was united in marriage to Clara Cary at the Sacred Heart Church in Greeley, NE. Eugene had farmed and worked at American Cyanamid. He was a member of the St. Mark's Catholic Church in Iowa Falls, Iowa Falls Loyal Order of Moose Lodge #1331, Collins-Dunning American Legion Post #201 of Alden, Deer Shack, Miller Jack's, and was a volunteer fireman. He is survived by his wife, Clara; four sons, Gene Jr. of Syracuse, NE, Tom and wife, Carol of Alden, Dan and wife, Tammy of Hubbard, Tim and wife, Mary of Alden; three daughters, Susan Turner of Alden, Cathy Widmann and husband, Roger of Iowa Falls, and Joy Vanderloop of Hampton; 14 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; and four sisters, Marge Rundell of Longmont, CO, Carolyn Bourn of Omaha, NE, Janice Pugh of Belgrade, NE, and Joan Vanderloop of Columbus, NE. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Jim and Dean Vanderloop. Robert Pies, age 75 of De Leon, Texas and formerly of Ackley, died on Sunday, July 16, 2006 at the De Leon Nursing and Rehab. Services will be 11:00 AM Wednesday, July 19th at the United Methodist Church in De Leon with a 2:00 PM graveside service at the Oakwood Cemetery, Ackley on Friday, July 21st. There will be visitation from 12-1 PM Friday, at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Mary Cathrine Neubauer, age 84, of Alden, died on Thursday, July 13, 2006 at Mercy Medical Center in Mason City. Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m., Monday at the United Methodist Church in Alden with burial in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be from 2:00 - 4:00 Sunday at the Surls Funeral Home in Alden. Mary was born on September 14, 1921 in Alden, Iowa, the daughter of Hubert and Leilla (Robbins) Nichols. She graduated from the Owasa High School and the Iowa Teachers College in Cedar Falls. Mary was united in marriage to John E. Neubauer, Jr. on October 9, 1942 at the United Methodist Church in Owasa. She taught country school in the Alden area and was co-owner of Chetwood N&N Sinclair with her husband. She was a member of the Alden United Methodist Church, the Love Circle at church, the Church Guild, Sunday School teacher, Alden Legion Auxiliary, and the Alden Town History Genealogy. Mary is survived by her three sons, Duaine of Bryceville, FL, Chester and Laurence, both of Alden; two daughters, Carol Harms of Alden and Donna Young of Mt. Ayr; 16 grandchildren; and 36 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, John; and a brother, Horace Nichols. Robert C. Smuck, age 79, of Alden, died on Sunday, July 9, 2006 at the Hubbard Care Center. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Wednesday at the St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Buckeye with burial in the Sherman Cemetery, rural Buckeye. Visitation will be 6-8 P.M. Tuesday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Full Military Rites provided by the Buckeye VFW Post #1886. A memorial fund has been established. Robert was born on May 6, 1927, the son of Charles and Anna (Tintjer) Smuck. He attended country school. On September 4, 1945 he was united in marriage to Clara Rastetter in Webster City. Robert served in the US Army and began farming when he returned along with working at Iowa Limestone Co. for over 20 yrs. He was a member of the St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Buckeye and the Buckeye VFW Post #1886. Robert is survived by his two daughters, Janis Mosley and her husband, Dave of Urbandale and Joyce Olson and her husband, Ben of Cedar Falls; four sons, Joe and his wife, Bea of Alden, Jerry and his wife, Kathy of Greenfield, Jeff and his wife, Linda of Buckeye, and Jason and his wife, Lorie of Buckeye; 14 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; two brothers, Everett Smuck of Iowa Falls and Charles Smuck Jr. of Hubbard; and a sister, Marjorie Clark of Evansdale. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; one brother, William; and two half-brothers, Merle and Darrel. Paul W. Cary, age 87, of Alden, died on Friday, July 7, 2006 at the Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 1:30 P.M. Wednesday at the Lee Center United Methodist Church, rural Iowa Falls with burial in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be 5-8 P.M. Tuesday at the Surls Funeral Home in Alden. Paul Woodrow Cary was born on July 22, 1918 in Alden, Iowa, the son of Earl and Elizabeth (Keller) Cary. He graduated from the Alden High School in 1936 and had been a faithful member of the Lee Center Methodist Church and was a Charter member of the Popejoy Lions Club. He had been a farmer all of his life and retired at the age of 85 with a large Farm Machinery Sale in August of 2003. Farming was his love and he had achieved many awards for his corn and soybean yields. His "shop" was also an important part of his life. This is where he restored all of those old rusty tractors. His neighbors also enjoyed his shop, they also had things to fix, paint, and repair. One of his favorites was his dad's first tractor, a 1936 Hart-Par. This one was the jewel of them all. He also made "Auger Wagons" trailers. You name it and he had made it. His hands were never idle. He also enjoyed his 150 year old lathe. (That was a gift from his brother, Lyle) His shop was sorta like "Paul's Recreation Center" there were always neighbors and friends who would congregate there, maybe to pay a visit or maybe they needed something repaired. Paul was also a lover of pets- I'm sure you have all seen him in the tan colored pickup going here and there with his Siberian Husky peeking out the windows and enjoying the ride. Paul is survived by his sister, Mary Silke of Alden; two nephews, Lyle V. Cary Jr. of Decorah and William E. Cary of Cedar Rapids; two nieces, Dr. Candy Cary of Madison, WI and Mary E. Cary of LaCrosse, WI; five grandnephews and nieces, Paul B. Cary of Chicago, IL, Michael Cary of Decorah, Dustin Cary of Decorah, Ann Cary of Portland, OR, and Kristine Archer of Tomball, TX; and one great great niece, Trinity M. Archer of Tomball, TX. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Lyle V. Cary, Sr. and Dale Cary; and a sister, Bernadine Sampson. Anthony “Tony” Gentle, age 92 of Iowa Falls, died on Wednesday, June 28, 2006 in Naples, Florida. Services will be held at: 10:30 AM on Thursday, July 6, 2006, at St. Mark's Catholic Church in Iowa Falls with burial to follow in the church cemetery. Visitation times are: 5 to 8 P.M. Wednesday at St. Mark's Catholic Church in Iowa Falls. A public vigil service will be held at 7:00 P.M. A memorial fund has been established in his name for the T.S. Gentle Center at Ellsworth Community College or the Iowa Falls High School Scholarship Fund. Purcel-Davis Funeral Home in Marshalltown is in charge of arrangements. The son of Italian immigrants, Anthony “Tony” Gentle was born November 3, 1913, in Waterloo, Iowa. He grew up working in his family’s fruit and vegetable store. Following college and marriage to Mary Angela “Ange” Downing, his wife of 68 years, he embarked on an entrepreneurial journey that grew to impact the retail business environment of Iowa and beyond. In 1959, Tony Gentle bought a gas station in Hampton, Iowa, and began a partnership with his son-in-law, W. A. “Bill” Krause, to launch what became known as Kum & Go convenience stores. The partners successfully pioneered modern convenience industry practices. Kum & Go is now in 13 states with 445 stores. Today, Kum & Go, L.C. stores have become America’s 20th largest convenience store chain and are known nationwide for their customer focus, product assortment and innovative marketing. An only child, Mr. Gentle graduated in 1932 from Iowa Falls High School and then enrolled in Ellsworth Community College. In 1933, he transferred to Loras College in Dubuque to study business, where he also met his future wife, Ange. Following college, he was an owner and operated a collection agency in Waterloo. He purchased a smoke shop in Iowa Falls which he operated until he was called to serve in the Army in 1943, where he was stationed in Germany. At the end of World War II, Mr. Gentle purchased Rite Drug in Iowa Falls, and operated it until 1965. During that time, he expanded his business interests by purchasing a gas station in Hampton in 1959. From this, other small gas stations also were purchased, leading to the development of the Krause Gentle Corporation. Mr. Gentle was a past board member of Iowa Valley Community College Foundation and an active member of the Elks Club, Veterans of Foreign Wars, and American Legion. Tony Gentle is survived by his wife Mary Angela, his daughter Nancy Susan and her husband W. A. “Bill” Krause of West Des Moines. Grandchildren include Kevin (Mary) Krause of Davenport, Iowa; Kyle (Sharon) Krause of Booneville, Iowa; and Kate (David) Krause Prange of Chicago, Illinois; and 12 great-grandchildren. Frederic Lowell Fisher, age 84, of Ackley, died on Tuesday, June 27, 2006 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Funeral services will be 1:30 P.M. Friday at the East Friesland Presbyterian Church in Ackley with burial in the Oakwood Cemetery, Ackley. Visitation will be 4-7 P.M. Thursday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. Memorials may be directed to the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Frederic was born on October 1, 1921 on the family farm at rural Wellsburg, the son of Julius and Elizabeth (Roelfs) Fisher. He attended school at Clay Township #1 and graduated from the Wellsburg High School in 1939. He worked at home until he entered the Army in 1942. He spent a year in California and was sent to the South Pacific for three years. He was united in marriage to Shirley Graham on March 1, 1946 and they made their home on the Fisher family farm east of Cleves for 50 yrs. Frederic was a member of the East Friesland Presbyterian Church all of his life. He was active in his community, serving on the Steamboat Rock School Board for 13 years, Extension Council for 4 years, and involved with the Hardin Co. Farm Bureau. He was a member of the Lions Club in Ackley and Gideons. Frederic is survived by his wife, Shirley; eight children, Jane (Lynn) Bangasser of Ackley, Jon (Kathy) of Falcon Heights, MN, Dennis (Marilynn) of Decorah, Alan (Pam) of Rochester, MN, Richard (Suzette) of Cedar Falls, Jim of Cedar Falls, Annette (John) Von Tersch of Cedar Falls, and Jerry (Lisa) of Ackley; 20 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, one brother, Paul of Overland Park, KS, and one brother-in-law, Charles Lingren of Brookings, SD. He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Maxine Lingren, and a sister-in-law, Ruth Fisher. Kyong De Choe, age 58, of Alden, died on Monday, June 19, 2006 at the Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames. Memorial services will be 10:30 AM Monday, July 10th at the Immanuel Memorial United Church of Christ in Alden. There will be no visitation. Surls Funeral Home in Alden is in charge of arrangements. Leonard Jeanne Lenz, age 83, of Ackley, died on Monday, June 19, 2006 at the Mercy Medical Center in Cedar Rapids. Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Thursday at the Christian Reformed Church in Austinville with burial in the Austinville Cemetery. Visitation will be 4:30-7 P.M. Wednesday at the Sietsema Funeral Home in Ackley. A memorial fund has been established. Full military rites will be conducted by the Elliott-Keninger American Legion Post #252 of Ackley. Leonard Jeanne Lenz was born on May 20, 1923 in Newton, Iowa, the son of Emil and Freda (Koppin) Lenz. From the age of 12, he was raised by Ben and Ida Vanderwerf Tjabring. He graduated from the Dumont High School and was united in marriage to Beckaline (Lena) During on June 25, 1942 in the Washington Reformed Church Parsonage. He was in the US Navy from 1945-49, after the military he worked at the Austinville Produce, Monsanto, and Farm Service. He was a member of the Austinville Christian Reformed Church of which he had been a Deacon and Elder and the Gideons, he also had served on the City Council. Leonard is survived by his two daughters, Carol Lenz Abodeely of Marion and Barbara Lenz Jutting of Godfrey, IL; a brother-in-law, Ben (Jr.) During of Geneva; a special niece, Elaine Neymeyer of Aplington; five granddaughters, Jackie Abodeely Fahey of Wheaton, IL, Michele Jutting Hornsey of Williamsburg, VA, Heather Abodeely Kenney of Chicago, IL, Stephanie Abodeely Lock of Lawrence, KS, and Shannon Jutting Myrick of Grainvalley, MO; and two grandsons, Edmund F. Abodeely II of Marion and Corey Jutting of Holts Summit, MO; 12 great grandchildren; and niece and nephews Jon, Debbie and Jeff During and Dale Bangasser. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Lena; 8 brothers and two sisters. Thelma E. Stewart, age 86, of Iowa Falls, died on Sunday, June 18, 2006 at the Heritage Care Center in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Wednesday at the Popejoy United Methodist Church with burial in the Graceland Cemetery, Webster City. Visitation will be 4-8 P.M. Tuesday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls with family receiving friends from 6-8 P.M. Thelma was born on July 31, 1919 in Vincent, Iowa, the daughter of Charles and Virginia (Wolford) Bobzin. She attended school in Webster City and received her GED from Ellsworth College. Thelma was united in marriage to Lewis Stewart on November 14, 1937 in Webster City. She had worked at the Popejoy school in the kitchen for 6 years. She was a member of the United Methodist Church in Popejoy and she enjoyed traveling, quilting, and crafting. Thelma is survived by her two sons, Robert and his wife, Diana of Iowa Falls and Roger and his wife, Donna of Popejoy; two daughters, Connie Wilkie and her husband, Dennis of Iowa Falls and Marilyn Schoon and her husband, Robert of Polo, IL; 15 grandchildren; and 27 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Lewis; a daughter, Janet Stewart; a son, Harry Stewart; a grandson, Joel Schoon; four sisters; and one brother. Helen Wiese, age 85, of Ackley died on Thursday, June 15, 2006 at the Presbyterian Village in Ackley. Celebration of Life Services will be held 1:00 p.m. Monday, at the Washington Reformed Church, rural Ackley, with burial in the Oakwood Cemetery. Friends may call at the Sietsema Funeral Home of Ackley on Sunday from 4 - 8 p.m. Helen was born April 13, 1921, the daughter of Harm and Johanna (Strauss) Schipper in rural Aplington. She was married to Wilbur Wiese on August 2, 1939. They farmed in the Beaman and Ackley communities. Helen was a member of the Washington Reformed Church where she was active in many areas. The youth program was one she and Wilbur enjoyed sponsoring for 9 years. Wilbur and Helen opened their hearts and their home to 22 teen-age boys, as foster parents for 10 years, many of which still call it their home. Helen entered "Oma's Hotel" the Presbyterian Village on 11-22-2003. The people there became her new friends and she enjoyed each of them every day. Helen is survived by her children, Wayne (Janice) Wiese of New Hartford, Marlys (Delmar) Benning of Ackley; six grandchildren; and 14 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Wilbur on February 2, 1995; grandson Curtis Benning; great granddaughter Elizabeth Evers; six brothers and three sisters. Greta Aleta Chaplin, age 90, of Iowa Falls, died on Saturday, June 3, 2006 at the Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Wednesday at the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the Union Cemetery. Visitation will be 6-8 P.M. Tuesday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Greta was born on May 26, 1916 in Groothusen, Emden, Germany, the daughter of Franz and Greetje (Aeilts) Ites. She attended country school. She was united in marriage to Lloyd Chaplin on December 14, 1935 in Eldora, Iowa. She had farmed with her husband until 1967 and then worked in the Ellsworth College cafeteria. She was a member of the Senior Citizens, Meals on Wheels, and was a former member of the Women of the Moose-Iowa Falls Lodge #1108. Greta is survived by her two daughters, Grace Chaplin and her friend, Neil Willia of Des Moines and Pat Diemer and her husband, Dallas of Iowa Falls; two sons, William Chaplin and his wife, Judy of West Des Moines and Larry Chaplin and his wife, Su of Green Bay, WI; 8 grandchildren; 24 great grandchildren and 7 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; a great grandson; a step-grandson; a sister in infancy; and four brothers. . Otis Bessman, age 86, of Iowa Falls, died on Thursday, June 01, 2006 at St. Luke's Hospital in Cedar Rapids. Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. Monday, at the Immanuel Memorial United Church of Christ in Alden with burial at the Northlawn Memory Gardens, Iowa Falls. Friends may call at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls from 2 to 5 pm on Sunday. Otis George Bessman was born September 7, 1919 in Buckeye, Iowa the son of Frank and Eda Runge Bessman. He was married to Clara Belle Nicholson on December 17, 1937, in Mitchell, Iowa. He was a veteran having served in the Army during World War II. He farmed in the Owasa area until 1966 when he and his wife Clara (Tootie) moved to Iowa Falls where he worked for Hardin County until his retirement. He is survived by his son George of Belle Plaine, his daughter Marge Hunt and husband Lee of Cedar Rapids, and his daughter-in-law Mrs. Gerald (Barb) Bessman of Hampton; three sisters, Mrs. George (Edna) Nicholson of Alden, Mrs. William (Erma)Burke of Bentonville, Arkansas, and Mrs. Thomas (Martha) Hetland of Radcliff; 14 grandchildren; 25 great grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; one son, Gerald; four brothers, Arthur, Leonard, William, and Robert; four sisters, Mrs. Vernie (Elsie) Brandt, Mrs. Wesley (Evelyn "Ella") Russell; Mrs. Clifford (Esther) Nicholson, and an infant baby. David Harrison Henry, age 90, of Iowa Falls died Sunday, May 28, 2006 at his home. Funeral services will be 10:00 A.M. Wednesday at the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the Union Cemetery. Visitation will be 6-8 P.M. Tuesday at the Surls Funeral Home of Iowa Falls. Full military rites provided by the Hyman-Peavey American Legion Post #188 of Iowa Falls. David Harrison Henry was born on February 22, 1916 in Iowa Falls, Iowa, the son of Benjamin and Ida (Jenkins) Henry. He graduated from the Thomas Jefferson High School in Council Bluffs. Following his education, he served his country in the United States Army - 51st Engineer Battalion during WWII. On December 17, 1941 he was married to Mary Deibler. They farmed in Ellis Township for 27 years. He was a member of the Hyman-Peavey American Legion Post #188 of Iowa Falls and was active in the 51st Battalion Engineers Reunion (51st Again!). He also was a member of the Ellis United Methodist Church. David is survived by his daughter, Carol Piziali of Adel; two grandsons, John D. Piziali of Coralville and David P. Henry and his wife, Renee of Iowa Falls; two granddaughters, Sarah Piziali and her husband, Aaron Greiner of Pleasant Hill and Michelle Harken and her husband, Wade of Iowa Falls; and two great-grandchildren, Michael Henry and Katelynd Henry. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, son, three brothers and three sisters. Memorial contributions may be made to the Ellis United Methodist Church or the Iowa Falls Public Library. G. Fay Trousdale, age 87, of Alden, died on Sunday, May 21, 2006 at the Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 24, 2006, at the St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Alden with burial at the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be on Tuesday evening from 4 - 8 with the family receiving friends from 6 - 8 at Surls Funeral Home, Iowa Falls. Fay was born on July 8, 1918, on the family farm near Alden, Iowa, to Harvey G. and Otsie (Walton) Trousdale. He was raised on the farm and graduated from Alden High School with the class of 1936. Following his education, he served his country in the United States Navy during WWII. Following his discharge, he was united in marriage to Elaine Hulda Puttkamer in Alden on December 18, 1946. Fay was an active member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Alden. He built aircraft at Lockhead, was a charter member of the Alden Lions club where he served as president for three years, and served on the Alden Elevator Board for 12 years where he also served a term as president. Survivors include his wife Elaine of Alden; one daughter, Lana (Dion) Hake of Marion; two grandchildren, Jay and Erin Hake; one brother, Max (Ardith) Trousdale, of Iowa Falls; sister-in-law Darlene Trousdale of Rockwell; and brother-in-law Herbert Puttkamer of Iowa Falls. He was preceded in death by his parents; and brother Merle. Urban Hames, age 93, of Webster City, died on Tuesday, May 16, 2006, at the Hamilton Hospital in Webster City. Memorial Services will be held 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 20, at the St. Mary's Catholic Church in Williams. Mr. Hames donated his body to the College of Medicine at the University of Iowa, Iowa City. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church. Urban Bernard Hames was born February 1, 1913, in Williams, Iowa to Andrew and Catherine (Liefker) Hames. He worked for several local businesses including Allinson Oil Company, Swift Fertilizer, and a local hatchery. He retired in 1978 from the Iowa State Highway Commission. He later moved to Webster City and has resided at Crestview Senior Living. He was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Williams and was a member of the church choir for many years. Survivors include several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Odelia Murphy, and six brothers, Ben, Fred, Walter, Oscar, Francis, and Melvin. Dylan Charles Richtsmeier, infant son, of Casie Harrenstein and Danny Richtsmeier, died on Saturday, May 13, 2006 at the Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines. Private graveside services were held on May 15, 2006, at the Oakwood Cemetery in Ackley. Dylan was born Thursday, May 11, 2006, at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines. He is survived by his parents; his sister Hannah, grandmother Lorie Harrenstein of Ackley; grandparents Gary and Susan Harrenstein of Ackley; and grandmother Roberta Richtsmeier of Ackley. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Russell Richtsmeier. Beulah Adessa Warnecke, age 98, of Iowa Falls, died on Thursday, May 11, 2006 at the Ellsworth Municipal Hospital in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:00 A.M. Monday at the First Christian Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the Union Cemetery, Iowa Falls. Visitation will be 5-8 P.M. Sunday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Beulah Adessa Bailey was born September 17, 1907, in Hubbard, Iowa to George and Ava (Mills) Bailey. She attended country schools in Hardin County and graduated from Iowa Falls High School in 1924 before attending Ellsworth. She was united in marriage to Armin F. Warnecke at the Honey Creek Church in New Providence on May 30, 1937. To this union, twins were born, Jack and Jill. Beulah was a country school teacher in Hardin County for 28 years. She was a member of the First Christian Church, the Scenic City Area Retired School Personnel, Mother's Club, and Christian Women's Fellowship. Beulah enjoyed being a part of her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren's activites. She liked to read and enjoyed watching sports. She also volunteered as a Brownie and Girls Scout Leader, Sunday School Teacher, and Bible School Teacher. Survivors include her daughter, Jill (Don) Fraser, Buckeye, daughter-in-law Verona Warnecke, Iowa Falls, grandchildren, Kyle (Joe) Dillon, Alden, Tyler (Jeri) Jass, Alden, Mary (Ted) Fatland, Alden, Herman (Julie) Jass, Burnsville, MN, Chris (Shelly) Warnecke, Alden, and Ava (Darrin) Telfer, Prairie City; and 17 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband in 1996; her son Jack Warnecke; two brothers, Ward and Warren Bailey; three sisters Theda and Ruth Bailey, and Bess Hansen; son-in-law Harm Jass; granddaughter Jackie Sue Warnecke; and great granddaughter Bailey Grace Telfer. Edith Nerland, age 89 of Williams, died on Monday, May 8, 2006, at the Mercy Medical Center in Mason City. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Friday at the United Methodist Church in Williams with burial in the Williams Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5 - 7:30 Thursday at the Surls Funeral Chapel in Williams. Edith Gertrude Dagit was born December 10, 1916, in Churdan, Iowa to Raymond and Alma (Arnold) Dagit. She was raised in the area and graduated from Churdan High School in 1934. She was united in marriage to Harold Nerland on February 12, 1943, in Webster City. Edith was a very active member of the United Methodist Church in Williams. She was involved with the Harmony Club, Women's Club, and the Williams American Legion Auxilliary. Survivors include a son, Donald Nerland and wife, Edie of Louisville, Kentucky and their daughter, Natalie Nerland of Louisville, Kentucky; a son, Roger Nerland and wife, Deb of Williams and their family- Ed (Dedra) and daughters Haley and Cassidy of Williams, Scott (Jill) and daughter Kyleigh of Osage and Nikki Knoblock (Eric) of Gahanna, Ohio; six sisters, Leona (Don) Norton, Seattle, WA, Avis Schorer, Bloomington, MN, Alice Keane, Williams, Phyllis Olson, Ellsworth, Elsie Miller, Chicago, IL, and Mary Lapp, Atlanta GA; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, and four brothers, Bill, Arnold, Dorian, and Lowell. Ruth L. Godbey, age 83, of Iowa Falls, died on Sunday, May 7, 2006 at the Heritage Care Center in Iowa Falls after a six year battle with cancer. Private family services will be held at a later date. Surls Funeral Home of Iowa Falls is in charge of arrangements. Ruth Lavonne Godbey was born August 6, 1922, in Franklin County, Iowa, to Arend and Maude (McCormick) Tjarks. She attended country school and graduated from Iowa Falls High School in 1940; and attended both Ellsworth Community College and Drake University. After graduating from Ellsworth, she taught primary grades in Blairsburg, Webster City, and Des Moines. While teaching in Des Moines she attended classes at Drake University. Ruth was united in marriage to M.E. Godbey M.D. at the First Presbyterian Church in Des Moines on February 4, 1951. Her main hobby was gardening and raising flowers which she used in designing note cards. Her main joy in life was her family and her home. She is survived by her husband Dr. Maunis (Ed) Godbey, Iowa Falls; and two sons: Richard of Iowa City, and Robert, wife Janet, and their two daughters, Christine and Michelle, of Bloomington, Illinois; two sisters, Doris (John) Bahr of Iowa Falls, and Grace (Walter) Dubberke of Hubbard; two brothers, Arend C. (Frankie) Tjarks of Iowa Falls, and Russell (Martha) Tjarks of Elmonte, CA. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents. Memorials may be directed to North Iowa Hospice, Hampton, Iowa, or the American Cancer Society. Lloyd John Lindaman, age 82, of Iowa Falls, died on Wednesday, May 3, 2006 at the Heritage Care Center in Iowa Falls. Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Monday at the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls with burial in the Union Cemetery, Iowa Falls. Visitation will be 2-5 P.M. Sunday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls with a 5 P.M. Elk's service. Memorials may be directed to Hospice of North Iowa or the Union Cemetery. Lloyd John Lindaman was born April 18, 1924 on the family farm near Wellsburg, Iowa in Grundy County, to John and Mae (Finger) Lindaman. He attended country schools near Wellsburg and served his country in the United States Army. On December 12, 1945, he was united in marriage to Myrle Oelmann at the East Friesland Presbyterian Church in Ackley. He was the founder of Lindaman-Mott Monument Company in 1954 and retired in 1986. Lloyd was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Iowa Falls Elks Club B.P.O.E. Lodge #1674, Hyman-Peavey American Legion Post #188 of Iowa Falls, Highland Golf Club, E-Club of Ellsworth College, and the North Central Iowa I-Club. He enjoyed vacationing with his family in Okoboji, fishing, golfing, and was an avid Hawkeye fan. Survivors include his wife, Myrle of Iowa Falls; daughter Donna Roberts McManus and husband Michael of Memphis, TN, daughter Karen Gahan and husband Bill of Clive, daughter Sue Eldridge and husband Gary of Iowa Falls, and son Jeff Lindaman and wife Kim of Bettendorf; six grandchildren, Jill (Marty) Moore of St. Louis, MO, Stacy (Dan) Mills of Phoenix, AZ, Maggie (Jon) Malm of Baltimore, MD, and Emily, John, and Kate Lindaman, all of Bettendorf; five great grandchildren, Ben, Jack, and Sam Mills, Dylan and Tatum Moore; one brother, Delbert Lindaman of Wellsburg; and one sister Darlene (Glen) Arends of Parkersburg. He was preceded in death by his parents, son-in-law Gary Roberts; and sister-in-law Florence Lindaman. George C. Norris, age 85, of Iowa Falls, died on Tuesday, May 2, 2006, at the Scenic Manor Care Center, Iowa Falls. Memorial Services will be held at a later date. Surls Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. George Charles Norris was born March March 22, 1921, in Haleyville, Oklahoma, to Charles and Ruth Norris. He was raised and educated in the area. He was united in marriage to Gladys Tjarks in Clear Lake on August 8, 1975. He was a member of the First Christian Church, the Hyman-Peavey Post #188 of the American Legion of Iowa Falls, and the Elks and Moose Lodges of Iowa Falls. He enjoyed golf, playing poker, travel with Gladys in his motor home and especially dancing. Survivors include his wife Gladys of Iowa Falls; two daughters, Judy Norris of Davenport, and Karen Brocksmith of Des Moines; one son, Mike (Dawn) Norris of Osh Kosh, Wisconsin; two step-daughters, Mary Ann (George) Dougan of Iowa Falls, and Connie Blair of Durant; and 13 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and one step-daughter Diana Bozarth. Staff Sgt. Mark Adam Wall, age 27, formerly of Alden and stationed at Fort Wainwright, Alaska died on Thursday, April 27, 2006 in Mosul, Iraq where he had been deployed. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Saturday at the United Methodist Church in Alden with burial in the Alden Cemetery. Visitation will be 2-8 P.M. Friday at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Staff Sgt. Mark Adam Wall was born on April 11, 1979, the fourth child of Arthur Middleton Wall and Helen Jean DeWitt Wall in Iowa Falls, Iowa. He was baptized and confirmed at the Lee Center United Methodist Church of rural Alden. He was reared on the family farm near Alden, graduating in 1997 from Alden Community High School. He participated in basketball, football, track, chorus, and band. He was a Boy Scout attaining the rank of Eagle Scout in March of 1997. He also participated in 4-H livestock, garden, and photography projects, and FFA leadership and business projects. He joined the Iowa Falls Unit, Co. C/ 1--133rd Infantry, of the Iowa National Guard in February 1997, attending Basic Training and Infantry AIT at Fort Benning, GA. He attended classes at Ellsworth Community College in Ag Business and worked as an electrician's helper until he joined the active duty Army in May of 2000. He was assigned to Ft Wainwright, Alaska where he was a part of the 2nd Battalion, 1st Infantry. He was deployed to Iraq in August of 2005 and served in a Stryker unit near Mosul at FOB Courage. Mark held a passion for the outdoors especially that in Alaska. He loved prospecting for gold, hiking, fishing, and skiing. He is a member and past treasurer of the Eagles Lodge 1037, Moose Lodge, and American Legion all in Fairbanks, AK, He passed from this life on April 27, 2006 after collapsing while on his base. He leaves to celebrate his life, his parents, two brothers, Tony of Alden and James of Alden with daughter Cassandra of Union, IA, a sister and husband, Carissa and Eric Meierdierks, and their children Marissa and Christopher of Bloomington, MN. He held a special lady, Shelly Soderstrom of Fairbanks