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Ferne Mae Toft

Spirit Lake, IA

     Ferne Mae Toft was born in the Sioux Rapids vicinity on September 6, 1927. She was the youngest child born to Fred and Anna Tielbur Lohof. She had two older siblings, Ray Frederick Lohof and Ruth Ina Brugger.      Ferne grew up in Clay and Palo Alto…

September 6, 1927 - December 20, 2021

Lillian Charlene Whalen

Dickens, IA

     Lillian Charlene Whalen, the daughter of Fred and Elsie (Jones) Flack, was born April 4, 1932, in Dickens, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the rural Dickens area, where she received her education, graduating from Lake Center High School in…

April 4, 1932 - December 13, 2021

Ardis Mae Taylor

Spencer, IA

Ardis Mae Taylor, the daughter of Chris and Bertha Petersen, was born September 5, 1937 on a farm near Underwood, Iowa.  Her childhood was spent in Underwood and the surrounding area, and she graduated from Underwood High School in 1955.  She attended Dana College in Blair,…

September 5, 1937 - December 10, 2021

Cheryl "Squirrelly" Ann Hurst

Arnolds Park, IA

     Cheryl "Squirrelly" Ann Hurst, the daughter of Rudolph and Lois (Reese) Beck was born December 1, 1949 in Spencer, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Royal, IA area, where she attended school and graduated from Clay Central High School in 1968. Cheryl…

December 1, 1949 - December 8, 2021

Irvin Lee Stevenson

Spencer, IA

    Irvin Lee Stevenson, the son of James and Mary (Cenek) Stevenson, was born on October 11, 1937, in Cresco, IA. His childhood years were spent in Cresco until the family moved to Spencer when he was 7 years old. Irvin attended Spencer Schools.      Irvin married…

October 11, 1937 - December 5, 2021

Carol Elizabeth Meyer

Spencer, IA

Carol Elizabeth Meyer, the daughter of Earl and Norma (Newby) Kraft, was born March 27, 1941 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Greeville-Rossie, Iowa area, where she received her early education, then attending the last graduating class from Cornell High School in…

March 27, 1941 - December 2, 2021

Diana Walvoord

Spencer, IA

Diana Faye Walvoord was born April 25, 1948 in Primghar, IA., to T. Lee and Leone (Iblings) Manley.  Diana graduated from Hartley High School in 1966 and then attended cosmetology school in Cedar Rapids.   She took great pride in looking nice.  Diana won the "Miss…

April 25, 1948 - November 27, 2021

Cheryl Lee Riley

Spencer, IA

The family would like to request memorials instead of flowers.      Cheryl Lee Riley was born February 9, 1956, the daughter of Darrell and Elizabeth Blume Swanson.  She spent some of her childhood in Fonda, IA where she attended Catholic School before moving to Denison, IA…

February 9, 1956 - November 26, 2021

DonnaBelle Elgene Seavert

Royal, IA

DonnaBelle Elgene Seavert, the daughter of Daney Edward and Eva Francis Thornton Stark, was born June 23, 1925, in Darfur, MN.  Donna received her education and graduated from Comfrey High School in Comfrey, MN in 1943.      On December 7, 1947, Donna married James Alfred…

June 23, 1925 - November 25, 2021

Richard "Dick" James Betz

SPENCER, IA

      Richard "Dick" James Betz, the son of Nicolis and Valetta (Weis) Betz was born February 5, 1929, near Primghar, Iowa. He lived in Primghar during his childhood and early adult years and worked for Ford Motor Company.       Dick…

February 5, 1929 - November 25, 2021

Service of Remembrance 2021

We Light a Candle of Love... In Celebration of the People... And the Times... That were Important in our Lives      Approximately 150 people attended our Candlelight Service of Remembrance held on Monday, November 29th at Hope Reformed Church in Spencer.  We would…

November 24, 2021 - November 24, 2021

George Richard Kruger

Milford, IA

    George Richard Kruger, the son of George and Dorothy (Visker) Kruger, was born on May 28, 1936 in Slayton, MN. He was raised near Sibley and attended a one room school in Allendorf, graduated from Sibley High School. He attended Northwest Missouri State and majored in education…

May 28, 1936 - November 23, 2021

Lillian Ruth Johnson

Hartley, IA

          Lillian Ruth Johnson, the daughter of Ralph and Mable (Purvis) Severson, was born December 1, 1932, in Cambridge, IA. She received her early education and graduated from Nevada High School in Nevada, IA where she met Melvin Johnson. They were united in…

December 1, 1932 - November 22, 2021

Israel Arcos-Flores

Spencer, IA

     Israel Arcos-Flores, the son of Felix Flores and Maria Arcos was born June 1, 1980 in Vera Cruz, Mexico. His childhood years were spent in the Vera Cruz area, where he attended school.      Israel moved to Spencer, IA in 2000. He worked for GNC Poultry…

June 1, 1980 - November 22, 2021

Janice Kay Swanson

Spencer, IA

     Janice Kay Swanson, the daughter of Leon Chris Swanson and Lela Brinkley, was born June 16, 1937, in Spencer, Iowa.  Janice received her early education and graduated from the Greenville High School.  She continued her education at Buena Vista University with a…

June 16, 1937 - November 21, 2021

William "Bill" Wesley Faust

Spencer, IA

     William "Bill" Wesley Faust, the son of Frederick and Caroline (Ritter) Faust was born November 21, 1939 in Brady Township, PA. His childhood years were spent in the Williamsport, PA area, where he attended school. Bill enlisted in the U.S. Navy on December 11,…

November 21, 1939 - November 21, 2021

Bertha Besaw

Spencer, IA

Bertha Besaw, the daughter of David and Esther (Todd) Averill, was born June 19, 1938, in Des Moines, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent in the Spencer and Okoboji, Iowa, areas where she received her education, graduating from Okoboji Schools in 1957. Bertha married Alvin…

June 19, 1938 - November 20, 2021

Sharon Julia Woodford

Spencer, IA

    Sharon Julia Woodford was born on February 7, 1938, to Raymond & Marget Olson in Sioux Rapids, Iowa and baptized at First Lutheran Church in Sioux Rapids on June 26, 1938. She was the oldest of 3 children and raised on a farm near Webb. Sharon graduated from Cornell High School in…

February 7, 1938 - November 20, 2021

Delores Mae Raveling

Cedar Falls, IA

     Delores Raveling, age 89, of Peterson Iowa died on November 20, 2021 at Newaldaya Lifescapes Nursing Home in Cedar Falls Iowa.      Delores Mae Dumkrieger was born on June 14, 1932 to Homer and Bessie (Sas) Dumkrieger of Douglas Township in Clay County…

June 14, 1932 - November 20, 2021

William "Bill" Clayton Birchard

Spencer, IA

     William Clayton Birchard, the son of Carl and Virta Isabell (Prentice) Birchard, was born June 11, 1933, in Lake Center, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent in Spencer, where he received his education, graduating from Spencer High School in 1952.  He was a…

June 11, 1933 - November 18, 2021

May 26, 1943 - November 15, 2021

David Frederick Reed

West Bend, WI

     David Frederick Reed, the son of Ivan "Lou" & Mary Lou ( Johnson) Reed, was born January 1, 1966 in Spencer, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent in Spencer, where he received his education, graduating from Spencer High School in 1984.  He later…

January 1, 1966 - November 15, 2021

Clifton "Ike" Ray Albrecht

Spencer, IA

     Clifton "Ike" Ray Albrecht, was born August 23, 1938 in Odebolt, Iowa, to Clifford and Henrietta (Miller) Albrecht.  He served as a field medic in the Iowa National Guard.  On September 2, 1962, he married Carolyn Lee Juhl in Marcus, Iowa.  This…

August 23, 1938 - November 12, 2021

Raymond Henry Muller

Spencer, IA

     Raymond Henry Muller, the son of Otto and Matilda (Kruse) Muller, was born August 5, 1917 in Norfolk, NE.  His childhood years were spent in Norfolk, where he received his education, graduating in 1936.  After his schooling, he worked for the railroad for one…

August 5, 1917 - November 10, 2021

Roger E. Fairchild

Spencer, IA

Roger Fairchild, 94, of Spencer, Iowa, passed away on November 10, 2021.  He was born on his family's farm south of Sioux Rapids, Iowa on April 23, 1927 to Charles and Hilda (Halverson) Fairchild.  He attended school in Sioux Rapids.  Roger enlisted in the Army in May 1944 and…

April 23, 1927 - November 10, 2021

Verna Ruth Peterson

Spencer, IA

     Verna Ruth Peterson, the daughter of Vernon and Anna (Scheel) Thornburg, was born July 29, 1922 in Western, NE.  Her childhood years were spent in Western, NE, where she graduated from high school.  She later continued her education at Nebraska Wesleyan University…

July 29, 1922 - November 5, 2021

Robert Bruce Miller

Sutherland, IA

Robert Bruce Miller, the son of Freeman and Evelyn (Raveling) Miller, was born March 25, 1939 in Cherokee, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent in Sutherland, where he received his education.  He entered the military and served with the U.S. Army until his honorable…

March 25, 1939 - November 2, 2021

Alta Mae Claus

Spencer, IA

     Alta Mae Claus, the daughter of John and Ella (Berger) Hollander was born on May 17, 1932, on a farm near Elkton, SD. As a young child she moved to Iowa and attended rural grade school west of Boyden, IA. She graduated from Sheldon High School in 1950. She attended Wartburg…

May 17, 1932 - November 2, 2021

Joseph Nicholas Graff

Spencer, IA

Joseph Nicholas Graff, age 90, passed away on the feast of All Soul's Day, November 2, 2021. He was born in Akron, Iowa and spent his childhood years on a farm in Linn Grove, Iowa. He graduated from Linn Grove High School in 1949. Joe proudly served in the Navy during the Korean War from 1950…

April 9, 1931 - November 2, 2021

Jack Lester Hardin

Everly, IA

Jack Lester Hardin, 79, of Everly, Iowa formerly of Indianola, Iowa and Casa Grande, Arizona, passed away on November 2, 2021.        After high school, Jack enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and then returned to farming north of Indianola. Later in life, he enjoyed working…

November 22, 1941 - November 2, 2021

Joan Delores Fideler

Milford, IA

     Joan Delores Clark was born June 25, 1935, in Sioux City, IA, the daughter of Joseph and Sarah Porter Clark.      Joan loved fashion and design her entire life. As a teen she worked many jobs in order to put cashmere sweaters and poodle skirts on lay-away so she…

June 25, 1935 - October 31, 2021

Steven Gustave Dewitz

Spencer, IA

IN LIEU OF FLOWERS, A MEMORIAL FUND HAS BEEN ESTABLISHED BY THE FAMILY.    Steven Gustave Dewitz, 66,  died Saturday October 30 at his home in Spencer, after a courageous battle with Glioblastoma, surrounded by family.         He was…

October 11, 1955 - October 30, 2021

Betty Lou Lauman

Sutherland, IA

     Betty Lou Lauman (Wilkin/Leget), the daughter of William Samuel and Celeste (Farqhar) Wilken was born December 21, 1938 in Spencer, Iowa.  She was raised on a farm near Sutherland, Iowa, where she graduated from high school.  She also resided in Sanborn, Primghar,…

December 21, 1938 - October 29, 2021

Terri Lou Mueller

Hartley, IA

Terri Lou Mueller, the daughter of George  and Donna (Fiedler) Harrison, was born on April 14, 1955, in Spencer, IA. She was raised and attended school in Peterson, IA.      She married Michael Mueller on July 1, 1971, in her home in Peterson, and to this union they were…

April 14, 1955 - October 28, 2021

Pauline B. Muller

Spencer, IA

  Pauline B. Muller always said she was a rich… woman.  She considered family her gold.  Pauline's years were rich and full of life.      Pauline was born on a farm near Sibley, IA to William and Henrietta (Rosenboom) Bothof on December 9, 1927 and as the…

December 9, 1927 - October 26, 2021

Joann Erickson

Spencer, IA

     Joann Erickson, the daughter of Francis and Julia (Elsen) Foreman was born March 2, 1939 in Council Bluffs, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Council Bluffs area where she attended school and graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in…

March 2, 1939 - October 23, 2021

Verna Maurene Campbell

Spencer, IA

    Verna Maurene Campbell the daughter of Ralph and Mildred (Brewer) Ayres, was born June 11, 1934 on the family farm near Greenville, IA.  She was raised in that area where she attended country school until the 5th grade.  She loved when her dad picked her up from school…

June 11, 1934 - October 21, 2021

Ruth "Addie" Adeline Johnson

Ruthven, IA

     Ruth Adeline Johnson, the daughter of Elmer and Gena (Forthun) Ness was born on August 12, 1925, in Ada, Minnesota. She grew up and attended county schools in the Ada area and in Hendrum, Minnesota in her teens.      Ruth married William…

August 12, 1925 - October 21, 2021

Marvin Michael Thuringer

Spencer, IA

Memorials may be sent to:Patricia Thuringer1211 St. Luke Dr.Apt. #308Spencer, Iowa 51301 Marv Thuringer obit   On Thursday, October 21st, at the ripe young age of 89, Marvin Michael Thuringer passed away comfortably in his sleep with his wife and love of his life, Pat, by his side. We think…

May 13, 1932 - October 21, 2021

Elaine Anna Struve

Spencer, IA

Elaine Anna Struve, the daughter of John and Myrtle (Williams) Steinbeck, was born April 4, 1925, in O'Brien County, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent in Hartley, where she received her education, graduating from Hartley High School.  Elaine appreciated growing up on the farm…

April 4, 1925 - October 20, 2021

Arlene Jennie Milton

Las Vegas , NV

Arlene Jennie Milton, daughter of William and Minnie Reeverts passed away on October 20th in Las Vegas, NV. She was born January 12, 1928 in Spencer, Iowa where she lived most of her life. Arlene graduated from Lake Center High School where she was a hot shot basketball player. After graduation…

January 12, 1928 - October 20, 2021

Robert Sever Knudson

Spencer, IA

     Robert was born Aug. 18, 1936, in Des Moines, IA, and grew up on a farm in Rossie, IA.  He graduated from Greenville Rossie High School in 1955.  He served in the U.S. Navy.       Robert did a lot of travelling throughout his life, from a…

August 18, 1936 - October 14, 2021

Vernon Clayton Olberding

Spencer, IA

   Vern Clayton Olberding, the son of Frank and Victoria "Dora" (Ness) Olberding was born September 26, 1935, in Arcadia, Iowa.  When he was young, the family moved to a farm near Odebolt, Iowa.  He attended Catholic school through the 8th grade and then transferred…

September 26, 1935 - October 12, 2021

Charles William Walker

SPENCER, IA

  Charles William Walker, the son of John Robert and Dorothy Mae (Russell) Walker, Jr., was born October 13, 1950, in Chillicothe, Illinois.  As a youngster his family lived in several communities  before  settling in Omaha in 1958 where he finished his education graduating from…

October 13, 1950 - October 8, 2021

Lawrence "Bill" William Scott

Spencer, IA

Lawrence William "Bill" Scott, the son of John and Alta (Flinn) Scott, was born March 1, 1938, in Gilmore City, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent in the Lake Center area where he attended school.      He married Barbara Mengelsen on September 30, 1957, in…

March 1, 1938 - October 8, 2021

Alvin Virgil Norgaard

Marathon, IA

Alvin Virgil Norgaard, the son of Hans and Marie (Bottker) Norgaard, was born October 11, 1928, near Lattimer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent on farms between Sioux Rapids, Royal and Spencer, Iowa, where he received his early education at Lincoln Township and later graduated from Spencer High…

October 11, 1928 - October 7, 2021

Michael Joseph Smith

Fostoria, IA

     Michael Joseph Smith, the son of Francis and Loretta (Williams) Smith was born April 24, 1959 in Spencer, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Ayrshire, IA area, where he attended school and graduated from Ayrshire High School in 1978.      Michael…

April 24, 1959 - October 7, 2021

Deanna Rae Orwig

SPENCER, IA

     Deanna Rae Orwig, the daughter of Harold and Darlene (Wothuis) Herrin was born on November 16, 1948, in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Milford and Spencer, Iowa, areas where she attended school and graduated from Milford High School in…

November 16, 1948 - October 3, 2021

Phyllis Rae Bates

Spencer, IA

    Phyllis Rae Bates, the daughter of Leslie and Helen (Popanz) Johnson, was born March 3, 1935, in Spencer, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent in Spencer where she received her education, graduating from Spencer High School.  She later attended Buena Vista College for…

March 3, 1935 - September 25, 2021

Dr. Ernest "Willie" Wilson Hallford

Royal, IA

Professor Emeritus Willie Hallford, 75, passed away on September 25, 2021. He was born in Alabama to Homer and Mona (Shelley) Hallford and lived his childhood there. He graduated from the University of Alabama and Ohio State University. He taught in elementary schools in Louisiana. He then taught…

February 18, 1946 - September 25, 2021

Philip Arthur Grady

Spencer, IA

Philip Arthur Grady, the son of Anthony and Angeline Marie (Reichle) Grady, was born on January 24, 1946  at the Sacred Heart Hospital in LeMars, IA. He grew up and received his early education in Granville, IA. He graduated from Spalding High School in 1964. After graduation, he entered in to…

January 24, 1946 - September 25, 2021

Glen Donald Luchtel

Spirit Lake, IA

Glen Donald Luchtel, son of the late Donald Luchtel and Mary "Mitzi" Dalhoff Maranell, was born May 17, 1955 in Spencer, Iowa. He was the oldest of six children. Glen graduated from Milford High School in 1973.  He was married to Mary Luchtel for 33 years, and to that union had two…

May 17, 1955 - September 24, 2021

Bryan Harken

Spencer, IA

     Bryan Ken Harken, 61, of Spencer, Iowa, died unexpectedly after he was the victim of a fatal car accident on September 24, 2021.      Bryan was born in Waterloo, Iowa on July 9, 1960 to parents Kenny and Joann Harken. He graduated from Buena Vista…

July 9, 1960 - September 24, 2021

John Leslie Leonard

Sutherland, IA

     John Leslie Leonard, the son of Sam and Eva (Albert) Leonard was born April 21, 1943 in Primghar, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Sutherland, IA area, where he attended country school and Sutherland Highschool, graduating in 1961. After school, John farmed and…

April 21, 1943 - September 24, 2021

September 25, 1991 - September 24, 2021

Jerome "Jerry" George Kimball

Spencer, IA

     Jerome "Jerry" George Kimball, the first of 12 children of Lloyd and Frieda (Kelz) Kimball, was born April 27, 1932, in Sherburne, MN.  His childhood years were spent in Everly, IA where he received his education, graduating from Everly High School in…

April 27, 1932 - September 22, 2021

Terry Richard Peterson

Spencer, IA

***IN LIEU OF FLOWERS, A MEMORIAL FUND HAS BEEN ESTABLISHED BY THE FAMILY. Terry Richard Peterson, the son of Glenn and Dorothy "Lucille" (Pollack) Peterson, was born September 13, 1944 in Fort Sill, OK.  His childhood years were spent in Minneapolis, MN and then Jamestown, ND,…

September 13, 1944 - September 20, 2021

Colleen Rae Ankerstjerne

Cherokee, IA

***IN LIEU OF FLOWERS, MEMORIALS MAY BE DESIGNATED TO THE PETERSON LIBRARY IN PETERSON, IOWA Colleen Rae Ankerstjerne, the daughter of Kenneth and Goldie (Bloomberg) Murphy, was born December 10, 1938, in Cherokee, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent in Peterson where she received her…

December 10, 1938 - September 19, 2021

Thomas Spies

Lake Elmo, MN

Thomas A. Spies was born on 4 December 1935 in Emmetsburg, Iowa, and passed away on 18 September 2021 in Lake Elmo, Minnesota. He was the son of Charles Jacob and Isabel Flavan Spies and is survived by his brother John F. Spies along with his 10 children and 20 grandchildren. His greatest joy was…

December 4, 1935 - September 18, 2021

Sharon Lee Sassman

Spencer, IA

     Sharon Lee Sassman, the daughter of Carl and Rosalie (Huemoeller) Plautz was born July 18, 1940 in Jackson, MN. She spent her childhood in the Lake Center area with 2 younger siblings, a brother Ben and a sister Alice.      Sharon married Wayne Sassman…

July 18, 1940 - September 18, 2021

July 3, 1954 - September 18, 2021

Curtis Allen Ness

Spencer

     Curtis Allen Ness, 60, of Spencer, passed away in the hospital surrounded by loved ones on Wednesday, September 15, 2021. Curtis Allen Ness was born on August 1st, 1961 to Ruth and Alfred Ness in Spencer, IA. His childhood years were spent in Spencer, where he received his…

August 1, 1961 - September 15, 2021

Eunice Margene De Jong

Ruthven, IA

Eunice DeJong, 80 of Ruthven, Iowa passed away on Tuesday, September 14th at the Spencer Hospital.      Eunice (Rozeboom) DeJong was born to John G.W. and Anna (Hoekstra) Rozeboom on May 17, 1941, in Sioux Center Iowa. Eunice attended school in Sioux Center and got her LPN…

May 17, 1941 - September 14, 2021

Wayne Steven Rigby

Fonda, IA

     Wayne Steven Rigby Age 66 passed away in Fonda Specialty Care in Fonda, Iowa on Sept 14, 2021. Wayne was born on July 20, 1956, in Storm Lake, Iowa a few minutes after his twin brother Michel Rigby. He lived on a farm near Laurens, Iowa with his family until 1969 When his family…

July 20, 1956 - September 14, 2021

Circle of Care

We understand how deeply grief and loss hurt people and families and we simply want to invite you to our upcoming grief support group.  It's a non-threatening place where many people have found they can interact with others facing a similar loss and begin putting their lives back together…

September 13, 2021 - September 13, 2021

Ashley Lynn Benson

Sioux Center, IA

     Ashley Lyn Benson, 20, passed away suddenly on Monday, September 13, 2021, at Sioux Center Health.  Ashley was born October 3, 2000, in Sioux City, Iowa, and later adopted by Greg and Darcy Benson on August 11, 2003.  Her elementary years were spent at Spencer…

October 3, 2000 - September 13, 2021

September 28, 1930 - September 12, 2021

Naomi Jean Adams

Manning, IA

Naomi Jean Adams, the daughter of Henry and Martha (Paulsen) Jespersen, was born October 30, 1922 in rural Royal, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent in Royal, where she received her education, graduating from Royal High School in 1940 as valedictorian of her class.  After high school,…

October 30, 1922 - September 9, 2021

June Charmeen Richardson

June Charmeen Richardson, the daughter of Morris and Grace (Davis) Wiley, was born on March 20, 1925, in Laurens, Iowa. She was baptized at the First Christian Church in Laurens. June attended kindergarten in Fort Dodge, Iowa, and finished her remaining early education in Laurens and graduated in…

March 20, 1925 - September 9, 2021

Lucille Ethel Rose

Spencer, IA

      "You only get one mother in life" and the truth of this statement is hitting us all hard now.      Lucille Ethel (McCoy) Rose passed away peacefully on September 8, 2021 at Accura HealthCare in Milford, IA with family at her…

August 19, 1925 - September 8, 2021

LaVonne Joyce Kramer

Spencer, IA

      LaVonne Kramer was born the youngest of four daughters of Louis and Marie.  She grew up on the family farm and graduated as valedictorian of her high school class.  She was a lifelong learner and avid reader.       She married Richard Kramer…

December 24, 1933 - September 8, 2021

Raymond Dwight Essick

Spencer, IA

Raymond Dwight Essick passed away Tuesday, September 7th at the Avera McKennan Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD after a brief illness.      Born on January 7, 1956, to Frank and Ardis (Smith) Essick, Ray was the first baby born in Sioux Rapids, Iowa. Growing up in Webb, where family…

January 7, 1956 - September 7, 2021

Marjorie Yvonne Horst

Spencer, IA

     Marjorie (Marge) Yvonne Horst, daughter of Wayne and Vera (Martin) Bjorklund, was born on March 20th, 1940 in Albert City, Ia. In her early years, she received her schooling in Albert City, IA. After completing her schooling, she was united in marriage to Gary Kress in Norfolk,…

March 20, 1940 - September 4, 2021

Shirley Prentice

Broomfield, CO

     Shirley Jean Prentice, 83, a long-time resident of Royal, Iowa, passed away Friday Sept. 3, 2021, while in hospice care in Denver, Colorado.  Private family services will be held in Colorado on Monday Sept. 13, 2021.  Burial will be at the Riverside Cemetery in…

September 17, 1937 - September 3, 2021

Victoria "Vicky" Jean Weisbrod

Dickens, IA

Victoria Jean Weisbrod, the daughter of Roy Burger and Genevieve Dyer, was born August 3, 1949 in Emmetsburg, Iowa.  She was raised in Gillett Grove and Ayrshire areas and attended South Clay Community School.      On January 23, 1971, Vicky married Dennis Wayne Weisbrod…

August 3, 1949 - August 31, 2021

Shirley Ann Hamrick

Webb, IA

     Shirley Ann Hamrick was born on Feb. 3, 1930, in Sioux Rapids, IA to Aron and Clara (Johnson) Barstad.  She grew up on the family farm, was confirmed in the First Lutheran Church in Sioux Rapids, and graduated from Cornell High School. She loved to sing and was involved in…

February 3, 1930 - August 30, 2021

February 27, 1970 - August 28, 2021

Leonard M. Clausen

Omaha, NE

Memorials may be designated to the American Heart Assoiciation      Leonard M Clausen was born September 14, 1925, near Hope, ND. His childhood years were spent around Lake Park. He received his education from the Excelsior school.      On June 3, 1949,…

September 14, 1925 - August 27, 2021

Robert Francis Draper

Sutherland, IA

  Robert "Bob" Francis Draper, the son of Robert H. and Frances (Heick) Draper was born on January 28, 1946 at the Great Lakes Naval Station in Great Lakes, IL. He lived in Cherokee, IA, until 1951, when the family moved to a farm east of Sutherland, IA. He attended Peterson School until…

January 28, 1946 - August 26, 2021

Dale Elmore Larsen

Spencer, IA

     Dale Elmore Larsen, the son of T.C. and Dagmar (Andersen) Larsen, was born on December 5, 1928, in Meadow Township in Clay County. He received his education and grew up in the communities of Spencer, IA, Arnolds Park, IA, and Rancho Santa Fe, CA, before returning to Spencer…

December 5, 1928 - August 24, 2021

David Lee Titler

Everly, IA

     David Lee Titler was born in Hartley, IA, the son of Ronald & Karen (Alger) Titler on January 30, 1973.  David was baptized at the Everly United Methodist Church and later became a member.  David attended grade school and high school in Everly, IA, graduating…

January 30, 1973 - August 23, 2021

Marvin Leroy Umbrell

Spencer, IA

Marvin LeRoy Umbrell, the son of Archie William and Myrtle (Taylor) Umbrell, Sr., was born November 25, 1943 in Spencer, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent in Ayrshire, IA, where he received his education, graduating from Ayrshire High School in 1961.  He worked in Ayrshire for a short…

November 25, 1943 - August 21, 2021

Nicholas William Steffen

Spencer, IA

Nicholas William Steffen, the son of Monica Luedke and Bill Steffen was born September 16, 1977 in Storm Lake, IA.  His childhood years were spent in Storm Lake as well as in Spencer, where he received his education, graduating from Spencer High School in 1996.  He lived most of his life…

September 16, 1977 - August 20, 2021

Jessie "Charlene" Craig

Spencer, IA

Jessie "Charlene" Craig was born August 1, 1930 to Jesse and Minerva Manwarren Fishburn in Spencer, Iowa.  She received her education and graduated from the Spencer High School.      Charlene married Dwayne Craig on May 20, 1950 in Jackson, MN.  Charlene…

August 1, 1930 - August 16, 2021

Arnold Eugene Dodge

Arnold Eugene Dodge, the son of Walter and Vina (Anderson) Dodge, was born July 25, 1929 in Langdon, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent the Langdon area, where he attended and graduated from Spencer High School in 1948 and attended Iowa State University for one year.  After his…

July 25, 1929 - August 15, 2021

Jeannie Marlene Stone

Dickens, IA

Jeannie Marlene Stone, the daughter of Charles and Dorothy (Strohman) Myers, was born on September 19, 1948, in Emmetsburg, Iowa, where she was raised and received her early education.After high school, she worked as a waitress at Rexall Drug, the North Y and Country Kitchen in Spencer.  In…

September 19, 1948 - August 14, 2021

Linda Diane Kunzmann

Spencer, IA

***IN LIEU OF FLOWERS, A MEMORIAL FUND HAS BEEN ESTABLISHED BY THE FAMILY.        Linda Diane Kunzmann, the daughter of Nyle and Ruth (Gustoff) Kunzmann, was born August 24, 1957 in Spencer, IA.  She was playfully called "Feets" by her brothers.  Her…

August 24, 1957 - August 14, 2021

Glenn LeRoy Bechler

Royal, IA

Glenn LeRoy Bechler, the son of Roy and Sabrie (Wilcox) Bechler, was born January 15, 1920 in Rockford, ND.  Glenn's family moved to Iowa when he was 6 and his childhood years were spent around Sac City, where he received his education, graduating from Sac City High School in…

January 15, 1920 - August 9, 2021

Mitchell Allan Seivert

Spencer, IA

      Mitchell Allan Seivert, the son of Bernard and Mabel (Feenstra) Seivert, was born at his parents' farm home on February 22, 1945 in Melvin, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent in Sanborn, where he received his education, graduating from Sanborn High…

February 22, 1945 - August 9, 2021

Franklin Dale Scott

Spencer, IA

     Franklin Dale Scott, 86, of Spencer, completed his earthly journey on Wednesday, August 4, 2021, at St. Luke Lutheran Home. Frank was born on January 28, 1935, in Jersey City, NJ, the son of Franklin D. & Williamina D. Scott.  When he was in the 4th grade, the…

January 28, 1935 - August 4, 2021

Roger William Green

Spencer, IA

     Roger William Green, the son of William and Erna (Zobel) Green, was born January 4, 1943 in Charter Oak, IA.  His childhood years were spent on a farm Near Climbing Hill, IA, where he received his education, graduating from Climbing Hill High School.  After graduation,…

January 4, 1943 - August 4, 2021

Donald LeRoy Meyer

Spencer, IA

      Donald LeRoy Meyer, the son of Elmer and Viola (Zemke) Meyer, was born on July 19, 1932, in Storm Lake, Iowa. He was raised and received his early education there, graduating from Storm Lake High School. Following high school he entered into the military on June 7,…

July 19, 1932 - August 2, 2021

Beverly Jean Sandvig

Spencer, IA

     Beverly Jean Sandvig, the daughter of George and Lola (Putnam) Petersen was born June 26, 1937 in Laurens, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Laurens and Marathon, IA area, where she attended school and graduated from Marathon Consolidated High School in…

June 26, 1937 - August 2, 2021

Barbara Rae Campbell

Hartley, IA

IN LIEU OF FLOWERS, A MEMORIAL FUND HAS BEEN ESTABLISHED BY THE FAMILYBarbara Rae Campbell, the daughter of Charles Roger and Shirley Mae (Masters) Marble, was born on May 11, 1946 in Spencer, Iowa.  Her childhood years were in Spencer where she received her education, graduating from Spencer…

May 11, 1946 - August 2, 2021

Christina Lynne Webster

Spencer, IA

     Christina Lynne Webster, the daughter of Ronald and Sharon (Sump) Wadsley, was born on December 6, 1964, in Clarion, Iowa. The family lived in the communities of Clarion, Rolfe and then Storm Lake where she graduated from high school in 1984. Following high school, she…

December 6, 1964 - August 2, 2021

Leona Ida Smith

Spencer, IA

     Leona I Smith, the daughter of Hans and Sara Hanson, was born and raised in Fort Dodge, Iowa, on January 20th, 1929. She married John Lewis Smith on May 21, 1950. They were married for 64 years till John's passing in 2014.       Leona retired from…

January 20, 1929 - August 1, 2021

Joe Allen Mugge

Cherokee, IA

      Joe Allen Mugge, the son of Bennett and Patricia Mugge was born February 4th, 1959, in Spencer, IA.  He was baptized at First Congregational Church of Spencer, IA, and confirmed at United Methodist Church in Royal, IA.  His childhood years were spent in Royal,…

February 4, 1959 - July 31, 2021

Shirley Mae Johnstone

Spencer, IA

Shirley Mae Johnstone, the daughter of  Alfred N. and Leona M. (Mason) Jensen, was born February 17, 1925 in Britt, IA.  Her childhood years were spent in Lake Park, IA, where she received her education graduating from Lake Park High School.  She later continued her education at a…

February 17, 1925 - July 30, 2021

Murray Weir Hart

Spencer, IA

     Murray Weir Hart was born on March 1, 1947 in Anthon, Iowa.  Murray died July 30, 2021 in Spencer, Iowa, surrounded by his family, at the age of 74.  He was raised in Correctionville, Iowa where he received his elementary and high school education.  He earned…

March 1, 1947 - July 30, 2021

Mary Alice Wood Steffen

Ruthven, IA

Mary Alice Wood Steffen of Ruthven passed away peacefully in her home on July 25, 2021 at the age of 73. Mary was born on May 25, 1948 in Emmetsburg, IA to Andrew and Clara Wood (Rowlet). On June 2, 1973 she married Marvin Steffen. They raised two children, Matthew and Christy on an acreage…

May 25, 1948 - July 25, 2021

Eldon "Bill" William Craig

Spencer, IA

Eldon "Bill" William Craig, the son of Eldon W. and Kathryn Lucille (Freeburg) Craig, was born August 2, 1937 in Spencer, where he lived and attended school.  In November 1954, Bill enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and spent the next 21 years of his life serving his country,…

August 2, 1937 - July 25, 2021

November 15, 1950 - July 25, 2021

Jeanine Marie Hall

Spencer, IA

***In lieu of Flowers a memorial fund has been established by the family.    Jeanine Marie (Ginger) Hall was born on July 12, 1954, to Robert and Doris (Clark) Ginger.  She entered this world with a beautiful twin brother, Joe Robert.  Joe passed away at 10 days old. …

July 12, 1954 - July 17, 2021

Linda Ann Mortensen

Hartley, IA

     Linda Ann (Wilken) Mortensen was born on October 29th, 1941 to George and Helen (Dyhrkopp) Wilken. She grew up on the family farm outside of Everly, Iowa and graduated from Everly High School in 1959. She then attended the Iowa Business College in Cedar Rapids, Iowa earning an…

October 29, 1941 - July 14, 2021

Neil Eugene Cullen

Spencer, IA

Neil E. Cullen was born April 29, 1970. His parents, Eugene and Mary (Milton) Cullen, along with his big sister, Shawneen, welcomed him to their home in rural Spencer.   Around 1972, the family moved to rural O'Brien County and Neil attended school in Primghar, Iowa where he graduated…

April 29, 1970 - July 7, 2021

James I. Stienstra

Spencer, IA

James (Jim) I. Stienstra, son of Ivan & Lois Stienstra, was born on November 27, 1951 in Orange City, Iowa. Jim received his early education in Spencer, graduating from Spencer High School in 1970.  He later attended Iowa State University where he played basketball and graduated in 1974.…

November 27, 1951 - July 4, 2021

Diane Kay Zadow

Spencer, IA

     Diane Kay Zadow, the daughter of Leonard and Gladys (Brekke) Martz, was born September 11, 1940 in Sioux Rapids, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent in Sioux Rapids, where she received her education, at Sioux Rapids Consolidated Schools.  She later continued her…

September 11, 1940 - July 3, 2021

Virginia "Deda" Myrtle Behrens

Spencer, IA

     Virginia (Deda) Myrtle Behrens, daughter of Ebb and Eva (Brown) Brinkley was born April 24, 1924, in Clay County, Iowa, where her childhood years were spent.  She graduated from Spencer High School on May 19, 1941.  She was baptized in 1942, and confirmed at First…

April 24, 1924 - July 3, 2021

Jonathan Michael Lenz

Spencer, IA

*Memorials may be made out to Andrea Lenz and sent to:Warner Funeral Home 225 W. 3rd St. Spencer, Iowa 51301 Jonathan Michael Lenz, the son of Peter "John" Lenz and Valerie Sohl-Lenz, was born January 20, 1989 in Beatrice, NE.  His childhood years were spent in Nebraska…

January 20, 1989 - July 3, 2021

Charlotte Marion (Walstrom) Peterson

Sioux Falls, SD

    Charlotte Marion (Walstrom) Peterson, the daughter of Walter and Carrie (Hagedorn) Walstrom was born on September 23, 1927 on a farm near Royal in Clay County Iowa.  She attended a rural school and graduated from Rossie High School in 1945.  She worked at Binaks Grocery…

September 23, 1927 - July 2, 2021

John Henry Elbert

Spencer, IA

John Henry Elbert was born September 6, 1934, at Whittemore, Iowa, to August Elbert and Clotilda Kaschmitter Elbert. He attended Presentation Academy until 1951, when the family moved to LuVerne, Iowa, where he graduated from LuVerne High School in 1952.      Following…

September 6, 1934 - July 2, 2021

Susan "Sue" Rae Sears

Milford, IA

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Kindred Hospice, Spencer Hope Reformed Church Youth or the Spencer YMCA Swim Team.      Susan Rae Sears was born April 18, 1950, in Spencer, Iowa to Viola and Harold Roskens. She received her education and graduated from Everly…

April 18, 1950 - June 30, 2021

Jerald "Fritz" Keith Westphalen

Spencer, IA

     Jerald Keith Fritz Westphalen, the son of Roy and Ethel (Mayhew) Westphalen, was born on October 21, 1934, in Royal, IA. He was raised and received his early education in Royal and graduated from Royal High School. After high school he worked for the Rock Island…

October 21, 1934 - June 29, 2021

Mark Lee Sherman

Spencer, IA

Mark Lee Sherman, the seventh child of Rolla and Irene (Maugham) Sherman was born February 6, 1954 in Hartley, Iowa. He received his early education in Hartley and attended Iowa State. Mark was a long time resident of Sunset Apartments. He was kind and generous dedicated to helping others, a giver…

February 6, 1954 - June 29, 2021

Carla Mae Zenkovich

Spencer, IA

Carla Mae Zenkovich, the daughter of Henry and Annarean (Poeckes) Freking was born on October 14, 1934, in Worthing, South Dakota. Her childhood years were spent in Madrid, Iowa, and Sioux City, Iowa, where she received her education and graduated from Heelan High School in 1952. After graduation…

October 14, 1934 - June 23, 2021

Shirley Ann Miller

Sutherland, IA

     Shirley Ann Miller, the daughter of Bob and Francis Peters, was born October 13, 1943 in Hartley, IA.  She attended school in Hartley.  Shirley was baptized & confirmed at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Hartley.       Shirley married Robert…

October 13, 1943 - June 22, 2021

Arland "Joe" Eugene Scott

Spencer, IA

Arland Eugene (Joe) Scott was born May 25, 1929 to Kenneth and Hazel Olson Scott.  He attended grade school in Rossie and when his family moved to Spencer, and later the Spencer school, graduating from high school in 1950.  Joe worked at the Spencer theater, Trianon Roller Rink, and KICD…

May 25, 1929 - June 21, 2021

Garry Lee Hill

Spencer, IA

Garry Lee Hill, the son of Vernon J.R. Hill and Ellen Garron Hill, was born November 7, 1947 in Hastings, NE.  Garry received his early education in Superior, NE.  Garry moved to Iowa in 1969 where he worked construction.      On February 6, 1970, Garry married Linda…

November 7, 1947 - June 19, 2021

Steven Starr Slater

Everly, IA

     Steven Starr Slater the son of Harry and Martha (Engelkes) Slater, was born on December 27, 1956, in Clifton Heights, PA. He was raised in Trona, CA where he attended school and graduated from Trona High School in 1974. After graduation he entered into the military on June…

December 27, 1956 - June 16, 2021

Jeff Madson

Greenville, IA

     Jeffrey Lee Madson, the son of Darrel Dean and Carole (Tielbur) Madson, was born September 18, 1963 in Spencer, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent in Marathon, where he received his early education. His family moved to Webb, Iowa in 1975, where he attended South…

September 18, 1963 - June 13, 2021

Virgil Russell Spiess

Spencer, IA

     Virgil Russell Spiess, the son of Thomas and Elizabeth (Stone) Spiess was born June 22, 1934 on the family farm near Webb, IA. His childhood years were spent in Webb area, where he attended school and graduated from Cornell High School. Virgil graduated from Iowa State…

June 22, 1934 - June 12, 2021

Phyllis Jean Krusenstjerna

Hartley, IA

Phyllis Jean Krusenstjerna, the daughter of Rev. James T. and Gertrude L. (Losee) Snyder, was born June 17, 1925, in Lake City, Iowa.  She grew up in the Storm Lake and Alta area and graduated from Alta High School in 1943.  Phyllis attended Morningside College in Sioux City, Iowa, where…

June 17, 1925 - June 2, 2021

Roselyn Violette Holmberg

Spencer, IA

Roselyn Violette Holmberg, the daughter of Gottfreid Theodore and Anna Wilhemene Bjorklund Shold, was born January 24, 1924 on the family farm in rural Albert City, IA.  She spent her childhood years there, attended the area country school and went on to graduate from the Albert City High…

January 24, 1924 - May 28, 2021

Makayla Ann Schroer

Spirit Lake, IA

MaKayla Ann Schroer, the daughter of Matt and Ann (Vroman) Schroer, was born on October 11, 1999 in Sioux City, Iowa. She was welcomed into her adoptive home with open arms on October 12 to join her sibling, Hannah. She was raised in Spencer where she attended school until the 11th grade and then…

October 11, 1999 - May 22, 2021

Clara Feaster

Spencer, IA

     Clara Wolthuis Feaster, daughter of Claus and Dena Wolthuis was born March 10, 1922 in Everly, IA. She attended the rural grade school and graduated from Okoboji Consolidated High School in 1940. She attended Buena Vista College and taught school in Westport Township for 2…

March 10, 1922 - May 21, 2021

Lois "Loiy" Faye Ihnen

Spirit Lake, IA

     Lois 'Loiy' Faye Ihnen was born November 23, 1939 in Sibley, IA to Vernon and Erma Ihnen. She attended 12 years of school in Everly, IA, graduating in 1957. After earning her BA from Westmar College, she taught elementary school in Sioux Valley, Ocheyedan and Spirit Lake…

November 23, 1939 - May 21, 2021

Robert Ross Rinehart

Everly, IA

Robert (Bob) Ross Rinehart, the son of Frank Oscar and Henrietta (Peterson) Rinehart, was born September 1, 1927 in Highmore, SD. Then moved at the age of 8 to the Aberdeen, SD area.  During that move he and his older brother, Harold drove the family cow herd from Highmore to the Aberdeen…

September 1, 1927 - May 20, 2021

Alex Michael Leewright

Spencer, IA

Alex Michael Leewright, the son of Deborah Leewright and Steve Olerich, was born March 14, 1990 in Storm Lake, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent in Storm Lake and Emmetsburg, IA, where he received his education, graduating from Emmetsburg High School. He enjoyed spending time with his son…

March 14, 1990 - May 15, 2021

Robert Harry Bloom, Jr.

Spencer, IA

     Robert Harry Bloom, Jr., the son of Robert Harry Bloom, Sr. and Marian (Gram) Bloom, was born on January 1, 1959, in Clinton, IA. He was raised in in New Lenox and Joliet, IL where he attended Lincolway High School.      Robert married Crystal Wolfe on…

January 1, 1959 - May 15, 2021

Sandra Lynn Johnson

Spencer, IA

Sandy Johnson, 66, succumbed to cancer after a long battle on May 13, 2021.  She was preceded in death by her mother, Darlene and her daughter, Tina.  She is survived by two daughters: Jessie Azinger and Niki Schooley; one son, Jon Devitt.  Sandy also leaves behind 12 wonderful…

April 16, 1955 - May 13, 2021

Patricia Ann Wilson Garot

Ruthven, IA

     Patricia Ann Wilson-Garot, 57, of Ruthven, IA, formerly of Spencer, IA, died on May 12th , 2021, at MercyOne Hospital in Mason City, IA, with both her children at each side, holding her hands, to surround her with love in her final moments. Born on April 30th, 1964, raised…

April 30, 1964 - May 12, 2021

June 18, 1940 - May 10, 2021

Franklin Charles Zech

Rock Rapids, IA

     Franklin Charles Zech, the son of Clifford and Ellen (Salter) Zech, was born February 10, 1948 in Chippewa Falls, WI.  His childhood years were spent in Chippewa Falls, where he received his education, graduating in 1966.  Following his schooling, he moved to…

February 10, 1948 - May 9, 2021

Matthew Alan Murray

Mesa, AZ

Son of Denise Murray (Dean) and Ian Murray of Mesa, Arizona and Grandson of Rheta and Jerry Dean of Peterson, Iowa. In lieu of flowers. Notes and cards of comfort and support may be mailed to Mr. and Mrs. Ian Murray to their UPS mailbox at: 2036 N Gilbert Rd. #484, Mesa, AZ 85203. Matthew Alan…

August 25, 1982 - May 9, 2021

Sandra Mae Manwarren

Spencer, IA

Sandra Mae Albers, the daughter of Clayton and Joyce(Ewoldt) Albers was born on May 2,1949 in Cherokee, Iowa. She graduated from Holstein High School in 1967. She excelled in everything she did- she was top of her class, homecoming queen, captain of the cheerleading squad, track relay queen, first…

May 2, 1949 - May 8, 2021

Mary Evelyn Grover

Spencer, IA

     Mary  Evelyn Grover, the daughter of George and Mary (Schultz) Laubenthal, was born December 8, 1940 in Emmetsburg, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent in Graettinger, Iowa, where she received her education.  Mary moved to Nebraska, where she worked for 12…

December 8, 1940 - May 3, 2021

Iva Bernadine Cushman

        Iva "Bernadine" Dunaway Milton Cushman, was born on June 18, 1914, the youngest daughter of Samuel and Ida (Liechty) Dunaway along with an older sister, Mildred she was raised on a farm west of Milford, IA and attended country school. After…

June 18, 1914 - May 1, 2021

Philip John Oviatt

Spencer, IA

    Philip John Oviatt, the son of Kevin Oviatt and Lori (Sweet) Oviatt was born on April 8, 1983, in Spencer, Iowa.  He attended Spencer High School where he graduated in the class of 2001.     He excelled in bowling at the national level and tried out to make the USA…

April 8, 1983 - April 29, 2021

Margaret May Mackie

Peoria, AZ

     Margaret May (Bale) Mackie, the daughter of Ernest and Mildred (Dewey) Bale, was born October 23, 1927, on a farm northwest of Ruthven, Iowa. She graduated from Ruthven High School and Hamilton Business College in Mason City, Iowa.      She married…

October 23, 1927 - April 28, 2021

Arthur Lester Evans

Spencer, IA

   Arthur Lester Evans Jr. was born July 11, 1924, in the Gillett Grove area to Arthur and Orpha (Warwick) Evans. His childhood years were spent in Gillett Grove where he attended school and graduated from Gillett Grove Consolidated School in 1944.  Art was active in High School…

July 11, 1924 - April 27, 2021

Marvin Guy Kephart

Spencer, IA

Marvin Guy Kephart was born June 20, 1937, in Langdon, Missouri, to Ernest and Ida May (Davis) Kephart. He was the 9th child of 12. He held a variety of jobs throughout his years, but the one he loved best was working for farmers.      Marvin served in the U.S. Army from 1954…

June 20, 1937 - April 27, 2021

Margaret May Anderson

Spencer, IA

   Margaret May Anderson, the daughter of Marshall and Frances (Olmsted) Elkin, was born February 14, 1934 in Estherville, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent in Spencer, where she received her education, graduating from Spencer High School in 1953.  After her schooling she…

February 14, 1934 - April 26, 2021

Wanda Emma Keen

Spencer, IA

Wanda Emma Keen, the daughter of Earl and Belle (Hindt) Whitmore, was  born July 10, 1932 in Sheldon, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent in the Sheldon area, where she graduated from high school in 1950.  She attended Sheldon Junior College for one year, receiving a 2nd semester…

July 10, 1932 - April 22, 2021

Eric Michael Foxhoven

Kansas City, MO

    Eric Michael Foxhoven, the son of Ronald and Kathy (Muller) Foxhoven was born August 14, 1973, in Mapleton, Iowa. His childhood years were spent Mapleton where he attended school before moving to Spencer, Iowa, in 1987. He graduated from Spencer High School in…

August 14, 1973 - April 15, 2021

Ernest "Ernie" George Bruns

Spencer, IA

Ernest George Bruns, son of Peter E. and Marie (Schmidt) Bruns, was born on the family farm north of George, Iowa on May 16, 1935.  He received Christ as his only Lord and Savior at the age of 5.  He received his education in George, Iowa.  He served in the U.S. Army from November…

May 16, 1935 - April 13, 2021

Karen Kay Lynn

Spencer, IA

     Karen Kay Lynn, the daughter of Maynard and Marjorie (Thygersen) Buse, was born on June 30, 1938, in Albert City, Iowa. She attended 1st grade at a country school in Newell. She then was raised and went on to complete her education in Marathon, graduating from Marathon High…

June 30, 1938 - April 13, 2021

Lavon Arlee Kephart

Spencer, IA

    Lavon Arlee Kephart, the daughter of Oscar and Esther (Kruse) Walstrom, was born on September 22, 1924, in the Royal area. She was baptized at Trinity Lutheran in Royal and later  confirmed at First English. She  received her early education at Lincoln Twp. School #2…

September 22, 1924 - April 9, 2021

Timothy Berton Menke

Spencer, IA

Timothy Berton Menke, DDS, FAGD, age 69, son of Lester and Kathlyn Menke, passed away on April 8, 2021, in Spencer, Iowa, in hospice care following a short illness.   Tim was born on November 21, 1951, in Cherokee, Iowa, and grew up on a farm near Calumet. He was an energetic and…

November 21, 1951 - April 8, 2021

Gloria JoAnn Harris

Spencer, IA

     Gloria JoAnn (Mohr) Harris of Spencer, Iowa passed away Wednesday, April 7, 2021, at St. Luke Lutheran Home in Spencer, Iowa, three weeks shy of her 90th birthday. She was born April 28, 1931, at Lutheran Hospital, Sioux City, Iowa to Walter and Eunice (Wiese)…

April 28, 1931 - April 7, 2021

Glen Orville Stoterau

Hartley, IA

       Glenn was born June 12, 1922, near Hartley, Iowa, the only child of Louis Stoterau and Alma Wills Stoterau.  He graduated from Hartley High School, then served from 1942-1945 as company clerk in the U.S. Army in the European conflict of WW II. …

June 12, 1922 - April 7, 2021

Maddisen Celeste Hall

Spencer, IA

Maddisen Celeste Hall, the daughter of Angie York and Micah Hall, was born August 11, 1997 in Spirit Lake, IA.  Maddisen received her early education in Spencer and later graduated from Graettinger-Terril School on May 15, 2016.     Maddisen loved to dance in High School and was…

August 11, 1997 - April 7, 2021

Craig Martin Kolb

Spencer, IA

    Craig Martin Kolb, the son of Thomas and Joyce (Wiard) Kolb was born December 12, 1950, in Berkley, California.  He was the second of eight boys.  They lived in several states and found a family home in Woodland Hills, California, where Craig graduated from Taft High…

December 12, 1950 - April 7, 2021

Donald Dean Manley

Spencer, IA

Donald Dean Manley was born November 9th, 1928 in Calumet Iowa to Thomas T. and Frances W. (Lorenzen) Manley. He was a twin to Dorothy Jean (Manley) Cooper. Don grew up on a farm south of Primghar and attended grade school and high school in nearby Gaza. He was active in 4-H and High School sports,…

November 9, 1928 - April 6, 2021

Jean Elbert

Spencer, IA

Delah "Jean" (Hefti) Elbert, the daughter of Albert and Gertrude (Stoddard) Hefti was born August 10, 1930 at home in rural LuVerne, IA.      Her childhood years were spent in the LuVerne area where she received her education graduating from Vernon Country School in…

August 10, 1930 - April 4, 2021

Marianne Werling

Arnolds Park, IA

Marianne Baumgartner Werling Daughter of John and Anna {Elmer} Baumgartner was born March 4th 1930 in Renwick Iowa she attended Vernon country school near Renwick graduating in 1948. She was also a lifelong member of the United Methodist Church in…

March 4, 1930 - March 29, 2021

Wayne Curtis Winslow

Grand Rapids, MI

Wayne Winslow died March 28, 2021 in East Grand Rapids, Michigan, his home since 2013. Wayne was born February 14, 1922, in Spencer, Iowa, the only child of C.C.N. and Tena Flaskegaard Winslow. He graduated from Spencer High School in 1939. He then attended Northwestern University, but his college…

February 14, 1922 - March 28, 2021

Maxine "Max" Joyce Davis

Spencer, IA

Maxine Joyce Davis, the daughter of William and Agnes (Nemmers) Dunt was born November 12, 1931 in Cresco, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Cresco area, where she attended school and graduated from Assumption High School in Cresco in…

November 12, 1931 - March 28, 2021

Doc Eugene Manwarren

Spirit Lake, IA

     Kenneth (Doc) Eugene Manwarren, son of  Eugene and Bonnie (Rudolph) Manwarren, was born on September 16, 1949 in La Junta, Colorado.  His childhood years were spent mostly in the Spencer area and he graduated with class of 1968 at Spencer High…

September 16, 1949 - March 26, 2021

Mary Janice Erick

Everly, IA

 www.spencersacredheart.com/funerals The funeral services will be livestreamed at the church and can be viewed during or after the day of the services on the link above.     Mary Janice Erick, the daughter of Henry and Mary Evelyn (Huss) Berberich was born January 25, 1930, in…

January 25, 1930 - March 23, 2021

Lenis Lee Luchtel

Fonda, IA

   Lenis L. (Lucky) Luchtel, the son of Arthur C. and Helen (Campbell) Luchtel, was born on July 3, 1934.  His childhood years were spent in the Wall Lake area where he attended school and graduated from Wall Lake High School in 1952.    Lenis was united in marriage to…

July 3, 1934 - March 22, 2021

July 5, 1971 - March 22, 2021

Nicholas Alvin Durst

Spencer, IA

Nicholas Alvin Durst, the son of Alvin and Mildred (Warren) Durst was born July 31, 1950, in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Spencer area where he attended school and graduated from Spencer High School in 1968.Nicholas enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1969 and served until his…

July 31, 1950 - March 20, 2021

Richard "Dick" Allen Terpstra

Spencer, IA

Richard "Dick" Allen Terpstra, the son of Rients and Lorian (Peterson) Terpstra was born May 12, 1933, in Hartley, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Hartley area where he attended Lincoln #8 country school and graduated from Hartley High School in 1951.Dick enlisted in the…

May 12, 1933 - March 19, 2021

Karen Lynn Olin

Royal, IA

     Karen Lynn Olin, daughter of William Scarborough and Clara Jean (Moore) Ostenstad was born September 23, 1951 in Des Moines, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Spencer, IA area, where she attended school and graduated from Spencer High School in…

September 23, 1951 - March 19, 2021

Vernon Dean Banks

Spencer, IA

     Vernon Dean Banks , the son of Melvin Lloyd Banks and Gladys Marie (North) Banks-Schmeling was born on August 3, 1942 in Storm Lake, Iowa. Vernon's hearing was lost when he was a toddler after he contracted spinal meningitis. His childhood years were spent at the Iowa…

August 3, 1942 - March 17, 2021

Georgia Delores Soule

Arnolds Park, IA

Georgia D. Soule 90, of Arnolds Park passed away Tuesday, March 16, 2021. Georgia was born April 24, 1930 to George and Bertha (Halfrich) Astor in Sioux City, Iowa. She received her education in Sioux City attending St. Joseph Catholic, Woodrow Jr High and Central High School. Georgia was united in…

April 24, 1930 - March 16, 2021

Rosella Rosacker

Spencer, IA

Rosella Rosacker, the daughter of William and Lorena Neary Fogarty was born September 20, 1931 in West Bend, IA.  She received her education and graduated from Rodman, IA in 1950.  Rosella continued her education at Omaha Business School in Omaha, NE.      Rosella…

September 20, 1931 - March 14, 2021

Jerry Wayne Gross

Greenville, IA

Jerry Wayne Gross was born February 21, 1950, to Lorana (Pat) Brinkley Gross and Raymond Gross. He was joined by siblings Randy, Jane, Tom, and Kathy. Jerry attended South Clay Schools, graduating in 1968. He attended college at Iowa State University. Jerry served in the Army National…

February 21, 1950 - March 14, 2021

Vinh Lovan

Spencer, IA

     Vinh Lovan, the son of Lone Lovan and Lothi Yen was born May 2, 1942 in Son La, Vietnam. His childhood years were spent in Son La, where he helped his family farm the fields.      Vinh married Beng Hoang on August 28, 1966 in Vientiane, Laos, and they…

May 2, 1942 - March 14, 2021

Mark William Bruggom

Everly, IA

   Mark William Bruggom was born April 5, 1952 in Sheldon, Iowa to William Herman Bruggom and Francis Lavonne (Johnson) Bruggom. His early days were spent on the family farm near Archer, Iowa, where he attended elementary school. He attended Sheldon High School with his only sibling,…

April 5, 1952 - March 11, 2021

Robert Lewis Krile

Spencer, IA

Bob Krile was born September 18, 1924 to Walter Krile and Thelma Slay in Truax, IA where his dad worked on the Railroad building bridges.  Bob was the oldest of three sons.  The family then moved to Parkersburg, IA where the boys attended school and graduated.  Bob was active in…

September 18, 1924 - March 6, 2021

Vernon Ray Mortensen

Royal, IA

Vernon Ray Mortensen, the son of John and Ella (Michelson) Mortensen, was born March 25, 1926 at rural Royal, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in rural Buena Vista and Clay County where he attended country schools. He attended and graduated from Royal High School in 1944. Upon graduation he…

March 25, 1926 - March 4, 2021

Ruby King McKee

Spencer, IA

     Ruby King McKee, was born April 8th,  1918 near Villisca in Montgomery County, IA. The daughter of Charles Jackson and Lena Mattie (Kendrick) King. Passing  peacefully, March 2nd, 2021. at Longhouse-Northshire, in Spencer, IA, one month before her 3rd Centenarian…

April 8, 1918 - March 2, 2021

Denny Carl Winterboer

Milford, IA

On March 1, 2021, Denny Winterboer, beloved son, brother, husband, and father passed away at the age of 70. Denny was born on Nov. 5, 1950 in Spencer, IA to Carl and Evelyn Winterboer. He attended Iowa State University and returned to start farming a newly acquired farm near Fostoria, IA. On July…

November 5, 1950 - March 1, 2021

Barbara Dawn Doherty

Lake City, IA

    Barbara Dawn (Clark) Doherty, the daughter of Paul and Ada (Tuttle) Clark, was born September 14, 1933, in rural Egan SD. She was the eldest of seven children, three brothers and three sisters. She attended the Egan Community Schools and then worked for a corner drug store and…

September 14, 1933 - February 27, 2021

John Mather Hinn

Spirit Lake, IA

  Anonymous Donor, Community Business Leader, Mentor, Friend      John Mather Hinn, beloved husband, father and generous businessman, died on February 26, 2021 after a long, hard-fought battle with cancer.  John's passion for life was evident from the very…

September 13, 1942 - February 26, 2021

Harold Peter Becker

Royal, IA

Heaven gained another farmer. Harold Peter Becker, 89, currently of Royal, Iowa, escaped this world and was greeted in Heaven by his parents on February 25, 2021. Funeral services will be delayed. Although Harold was never late for anything, some of his offspring are perpetually…

January 10, 1932 - February 25, 2021

Hazel Catherine Christenson

Spencer, IA

  Hazel Catherine Christenson, the daughter of Mathilde Jane and Joseph Hansen, was born July 7, 1917 in Rose Grove Township near Popejoy, Iowa.  Hazel graduated from Iowa State University, College of Home Economics, in 1937 and worked at the World's Fair in Brooklyn, NY in…

July 7, 1917 - February 24, 2021

Mark Wayne Schwarting

Spencer, IA

Mark Wayne Schwarting, the son of Milton and Lorraine (Lee) Schwarting, was born October 1, 1943, in Harris, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent in Harris where he received his education.  After his education, he entered the military and served with the U.S. Navy on the USS Point…

October 1, 1943 - February 18, 2021

Iris June Franker

Ankeny, IA

Iris June Franker, the daughter of Eibe and Alma Hansen Wilken, was born June 28, 1929 in Dickinson County, Iowa.  Iris was raised on a farm south of Rossie and graduated from the Cornell High School.  She then attended business school in Omaha, NE.      Iris married…

June 28, 1929 - February 18, 2021

John "Jack" Dee Ryan

Spencer, IA

     Jack Ryan, 82, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 17th after a hard fought battle with melanoma.     Jack was born in Creston, IA on January 26th, 1939 to Edward and Bernice Ryan. He grew up on the family farm outside of Lenox, where he also spent time…

January 26, 1939 - February 17, 2021

Lon Emerald Rossiter

Spencer, IA

Lon Emerald Rossiter, 98, of Spencer, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2021, at Spencer Hospital. He was born on February 1, 1923, to Burt and Alora Pearle (Manning) in Spencer, Iowa. Lon was a kind and devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He began his interest in farming as a member of…

February 1, 1923 - February 15, 2021

Jeannine "Tillie" Marie Litka

Sutherland, IA

   Jeannine "Tillie" Marie Litka, age 81, of Sutherland, Iowa, passed away at home while under the loving care of her husband, on Saturday, February 13, 2021.      Tillie was born October 9, 1939 in O'Brien County, Iowa to Chester and Marie (Schwebach)…

October 9, 1939 - February 13, 2021

Augusta "Gussie" Charlotte Overeen

Spencer, IA

   Augusta (Gussie) Charlotte Egger Overeen was born November 8, 1920, in Holly Springs, IA to Albert and Maude (Eichhorn) Egger.  She spent her childhood years on her parent's farm north of Holly Springs.  She participated in many activities in school and graduated in…

November 8, 1920 - February 10, 2021

Kenneth John Borth

Spencer, IA

 Kenneth "Ken" John Borth, the son of Laris John and Doris Lorraine (Semerud) Borth, was born on June 20, 1951 in Sleepy Eye, MN. He was raised and received his early education in Fairfax, MN, graduating from Fairfax High School.  Following high school, Ken held various jobs…

June 20, 1951 - February 6, 2021

Lloyd Theodore Senne

Rochester, MN

     Lloyd Theodore Senne, the son of Arthur and Elizabeth (Schwieger) Senne, was born on May 24, 1932 in Fairmont, MN.  His childhood years were spent on a farm northwest of Fairmont, MN, where he received his education, graduating from Fairmont High School in 1950. He was…

May 24, 1932 - February 4, 2021

Joseph Dennis Vodraska

Primghar, IA

     Joseph Dennis Vodraska was born January 15, 1951 to the parents of Louis and Evelyn (Kelsey) Vodraska in Owatonna, MN.  Following his education, Joe worked various jobs in the Spirit Lake area.      In 1987, Joe married Dawn Kladstrup.  They…

January 15, 1951 - February 4, 2021

Eloise Rose Thompson

Spencer, IA

     Eloise Rose Thompson passed away peacefully from the arms of her parents and into the arms of Jesus on February 1, 2021 at 12:07 AM. Born on January 29, 2021 at 2:57 PM, her life was full of immense joy, love, and peace. Our little warrior kept showing us how both strong and…

January 29, 2021 - February 1, 2021

Marilyn Joan Meyer

Everly, IA

   Marilyn Joan Nelson Meyer was born on June 3, 1931 to Arnold Jens and Agnes Miller Nelson in Omaha, Nebraska. She was an only child but enjoyed life with many, many cousins. She attended schools in Omaha, graduating from Technical High School in 1948 and then enrolled at Dana College…

June 3, 1931 - January 31, 2021

William Reed Stevenson

Spencer, IA

William (Bill) Reed Stevenson 93, of Spencer, Iowa passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on Saturday, January 30, 2021. Bill was born on March 14, 1927 in Elma, Iowa. The oldest son of James and Mary Stevenson. Bill went to school in the Cresco area before the family moved to Spencer. On…

March 14, 1927 - January 30, 2021

Joyce Agnes Carpenter

Milford, IA

     Joyce Agnes Carpenter, the daughter of Hugo and Dorothy (Herdini) Willhite, was born on September 7, 1951, in Olivia, Minnesota. She was raised and received her early education there attending St. Aloysius Catholic School and then Olivia High…

September 7, 1951 - January 29, 2021

Marlene Mae Reynolds

Spencer, IA

Marlene Mae Mason Reynolds passed away on January 26, 2021 at the Spencer Municipal Hospital. Marlene was born on September 16, 1931 to Glen and Alma (Olson) Mason of rural Greenville, Iowa. Marlene graduated from Greenville Rossie High School in 1949. Marlene married Roger Smith November 1948 and…

September 16, 1931 - January 26, 2021

June Lola Smith

Spencer, IA

June Lola Smith, the daughter of Arthew and Greeba (Miller) Smith was born June 24, 1932, in Spencer, Iowa.  She received her education at Spencer High School.      Throughout her life, she lived in Spencer where she was a member of the First Baptist Church.  June had…

June 24, 1932 - January 23, 2021

Helen Dorothy Mielke

Hartley, IA

    Helen Dorothy Mielke, the daughter of Albert and Alice (Grotefeld) Koechert, was born April 17, 1920 in rural Everly, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent in Everly where she received her education, graduating from Everly Consolidated High School in 1938.  She…

April 17, 1920 - January 21, 2021

Wayne Wilford Kress

Spencer, IA

     Wayne Wilford Kress was born to Charles and Amy (Carrigan) Kress at their home south of Ayrshire, Iowa, on July 10, 1921. Wayne was only one and a half years old when he lost his father, and he spent his childhood years with his mother and siblings as tenants on different…

July 10, 1921 - January 18, 2021

Angela Marie Quist

Laurens, IA

     So often in life the divine gives us lessons.  Those lessons blend into our lives; sometimes we get them right away; sometimes after the fact.  Whether we get them right away, or after the fact matters not…it is important that we get the whisper from the…

December 13, 1978 - January 17, 2021

Patricia "Patty" McCurdy Wilson

Blue Springs, MO

Patricia (Patty) McCurdy Wilson, 85, of Blue Springs, MO passed away peacefully on January 15, 2021.        She was born December 7, 1935 to Duane and Dorothy (Fries) McCurdy in Spencer, Iowa. Patty graduated from Spencer High School in 1954. She attended business school in…

December 7, 1935 - January 15, 2021

Fern Louise Hargens

Spencer, IA

***In Lieu of Flowers, a memorial fund has been established by the family.***The family requests that masks be worn and social distancing be practiced at all times during the visitation and funeral services.MEMORIALS MAY BE SENT TO:John Hargens2410 430th St.Greenville, Iowa 51343 Fern Louise…

December 15, 1927 - January 11, 2021

Richard L. Duff

San Diego, CA

     Richard L Duff, 90 of San Diego, CA passed away on Monday, January 11, 2021 at Sharp Memorial Hospital.      Richard, the son of James and Marie (Mortenson) Duff was born June 22, 1930 in Sioux City, IA. He was raised in Sioux City and graduated from Central…

June 22, 1930 - January 11, 2021

Ashford Dowden Williamson IV

Spencer, IA

 Ashford Donavon Williamson IV, the son of Ashford Williamson III and Lila (Pixler) Williamson, was born March 29, 1963 in Sioux City, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent in Spencer, Iowa, where he received his education, graduating from Spencer High School in…

March 29, 1963 - January 10, 2021

December 20, 1967 - January 10, 2021

Donovan Chris Nielsen

Spencer, IA

Donovan Chris Nielsen, the son of Donovan Irving and Ella Majoria Guthrie Nielsen, was born May 4, 1945, in Sioux City, Iowa.  Chris was baptized on December 22, 1946 and confirmed on April 7, 1963, at the First Congregational Church in Spencer.  He received his education and graduated…

May 4, 1945 - January 8, 2021

Lela June Warren

Spencer, IA

   Lela Campbell Warren, the daughter of Lorenzo and Darlane (Wright) Campbell was born June 4, 1936.  She spent her childhood years in Royal, Iowa, where she attended school.    Lela moved to Spencer in 1987.  She was employed by Wonder Whip of Fostoria, Iowa. …

June 4, 1936 - January 7, 2021

Phyllis Anderson

Peterson, IA

  Phyllis Jean Anderson, the daughter of Leo and Lena Westphal Struve was born on May 6, 1933, on a farm northwest of Paullina, Iowa. She started school in Sutherland, Iowa, and went through 8th grade. She attended school in Hartley, Iowa, graduating in 1951.  She married Duane Anderson…

May 6, 1933 - January 6, 2021

Doretta Magdalena Unrau

Spencer, IA

     Doretta Magdalena Unrau, the daughter of William and Dora Appeldorn Holck, was born April 1, 1921 in Pipestone, MN.  The family moved to Iowa in 1932.  Doretta received her early education and graduated from Marcus High School in 1939.      Doretta…

April 1, 1921 - January 6, 2021

Bessie Brinkley

Spencer, IA

Bessie Brinkley, daughter of Clarence S. Harris and Julia C. (Mills) Harris was born August 14, 1928 in Lake Township.  She received her education at Lake Center Schools.  She taught in Clay County rural schools.       Bessie met a handsome man, Laverne Brinkley…

August 14, 1928 - January 4, 2021

Karen Kay Arndt

Spencer, IA

Here is the link for the livestream of the funeral service at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Spencerwww.spencersacredheart.com/funeralsKaren Kay Arndt of Spencer, IA passed away at the age of 75 on January 4, 2021 in Spencer.  Karen was born in Yankton, SD on November 2, 1945 the ninth of…

November 2, 1945 - January 4, 2021

Marilyn Mae Rehnstrom

Spencer, IA

     Marilyn was born in Des Moines, IA to Lawrence (Larry) and Wilberta (Billie) Dannenberg and spent her younger years in Storm Lake, IA.  After graduating from Storm Lake High School, she attended college in Rockford, IL and then completed her teaching degree at the Iowa…

November 5, 1932 - January 3, 2021

William Henry Seymour

Spencer, IA

William Henry Seymour, age 64 living in Spencer Iowa passed away on Thursday, Dec. 31, 2020 at 10:26 A.M. in ICU at Avera McKennan Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD.   He was born November 17, 1956 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The son of Roger and Arline (Gospodarek) Seymour. He married Debra Ann…

November 17, 1956 - December 31, 2020

Kevin Lawrence Cook

Everly, IA

***In Lieu of Flowers, A memorial fund has been established by the family.Memorials may be sent to Denise Cook - 108 N. Washington St. - P.O. Box 393 - Everly, Iowa 51338      The family would like to give a special thank you to the staff of June E. Nylen Cancer Center, Sioux…

March 1, 1957 - December 31, 2020

Lois Irene Ginger

Bloomington, MN

Lois Irene Ginger, 87, retired Registered Nurse, died December 30, 2020 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.      The daughter of Glenn R. Ginger and Luella M. Ginger, she was born December 30, 1933, in Spencer, Iowa. She grew up on the family farm with an older sister (Margaret Ginger…

October 11, 1933 - December 30, 2020

Sullivan Tavin McGuire

Spencer, IA

     Sullivan "Sully" Tavin McGuire, the son of Ryan and Melissa (Harms) McGuire was born March 16, 2005 in Fairmont, MN. His childhood years were spent in the Blue Earth, MN area, where he attended school, through the 8th grade. He moved to Spencer, IA where he attended…

March 16, 2005 - December 28, 2020

Marlys Elaine Meyer

Superior, NE

Marlys Elaine Meyer, the daughter of Ralph and Florence (Versteeg) Fie was born July 3, 1934 in Sheldon, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Sheldon and Alta, Iowa.  Her family moved to Spencer when she was in Kindergarten and this is where she received her education. While in high school,…

July 3, 1934 - December 28, 2020

Ronald Alan Christofferson

Largo, FL

     Ronald Alan Christofferson, 79, of Clearwater, FL died peacefully on Monday December 28th, 2020. He was born June 10, 1941 in Milford, IA, the son of Florence Virginia Andersen Christofferson and Bjerne C. Christofferson.      Ronald served in the US…

June 10, 1941 - December 28, 2020

Holly Anne Donaldson

Cherokee, IA

   Holly Anne Donaldson, daughter of George and Lorraine (Welch) Donaldson, was born on December 14, 1955, in Waterloo, Iowa. The family moved to Webster City for a short time, then to Minneapolis, eventually moving back to Waterloo. She graduated from West High School in Waterloo.…

December 14, 1955 - December 28, 2020

Bonnie Jean Kunath

Spencer, IA

     Bonnie Jean Sorensen-Kunath was born in Hampton, Iowa February 24th 1925 to Jacob and Christine Rust Sorensen. She spent her childhood years in Latimer, Iowa where she enjoyed the rural community and the Danish traditions of the area. At the age of 14 she and her family…

February 24, 1925 - December 26, 2020

George Russell Koenig

Ayrshire, IA

     George Russell Koenig, 91 years old was born January 2, 1929 in Blair, Nebraska.      George spent his childhood years growing up in Blair, NE. In 1943, when George was 14, his parents William P. & Ingery Koenig moved their family to Northwest Iowa…

January 2, 1929 - December 25, 2020

Loueen Sylvia Huberg

Royal, IA

Loueen Sylvia Huberg, daughter of Merrill and Ruth Smith Mohr, was born October 11, 1937 in Spencer, Iowa. Loueen grew up on the farm south of Spencer and attended the country school. She graduated from Greenville Rossie.   After graduation, Loueen married Charles Huberg on June 5, 1955 at the…

October 11, 1937 - December 25, 2020

Lois A. Simmons

Spencer, IA

     Lois A. Simmons passed away on December 24, 2020, at the Spencer Hospital.   She was born November 7, 1926 in Sac County, Iowa, to Frederick and Frieda (Clausen) Blass. Lois graduated from Spencer High School and worked as a bookkeeper at Bjornstad Drug Store…

November 7, 1926 - December 24, 2020

Miles Bruce Rohan

Everly, IA

Miles Bruce Rohan, the son of LaMont Edward and Donna Jean (Irvine) Rohan, was born September 1, 1948 in Sioux City, IA.  His childhood years were spent in Newcastle, NE, where he received his education, graduating from Newcastle High School in 1966.  He continued his education at Wayne…

September 1, 1948 - December 21, 2020

Helen Joy Porter

Spencer & Hartley, IA

     Helen Joy Porter, the daughter of George and Emma (Zeman) Lovrien was born December 16, 1930 in Laurens, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Webb and Gillett Grove, IA area, where she attended school and graduated from Gillett Grove High School in 1948. She attended Buena…

December 16, 1930 - December 20, 2020

March 6, 1962 - December 18, 2020

Leora Joann Riedemann

Emmetsburg, IA

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established by the family.Memorials may be sent to: Sue Hammen                                        9614 NW Beaver Dr.         …

February 28, 1936 - December 17, 2020

Helene Quillin

Sun City West, AZ

Helene Aletha Fernau Quillin, was born May 18, 1944 and entered her eternal rest, December 16, 2020. She was born to Dwight and Josie Ingham Fernau, and was welcomed by her two sisters Elizabeth and Evelyn. She completed most of her schooling in the Sioux Rapids, Iowa school system. She graduated…

May 16, 1944 - December 16, 2020

Duane Olin Anderson

Peterson, IA

     Duane Olin Anderson, the son of Clarence and Josephine (Batcheler) Anderson was born on December 18, 1927 in Peterson, Iowa. He graduated from Peterson High School in 1945. He then enlisted in the Navy where he spent from January 1946 to December of 1947. He was honorably…

December 18, 1927 - December 15, 2020

Richard "Dick" Harlan Seeley

Spencer, IA

Dick, the son of Harlan and Beth Seeley, was born on October 25, 1953 in DeSmet, South Dakota. He grew up in South Dakota and attended South Dakota State University in Brookings, SD, to become a civil engineer. He met Dawn DeVries at SDSU, and the two were married on August 25, 1979. They lived in…

October 25, 1953 - December 15, 2020

December 18, 1953 - December 15, 2020

Grace Ellen Hastings

Spencer, IA

***In lieu of flowers, memorials may be mailed to:Douglas Hastings502 E. 18th St.Spencer, Iowa 51301      Grace Ellen Hastings, the daughter of Floyd Everett and Alice Muriel (Pierce) Wilkie, was born August 6, 1936 in Alpha, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent in Clay…

August 6, 1936 - December 14, 2020

Mildred Martena Klett

Spencer, IA

***In Lieu of Flowers A Memorial Fund Has Been Established by the Family.Please send cards and memorials to:Gary Klett1300 290th St.Everly, Iowa 51338 Mildred Martena Klett, the daughter of Marten and Anna (Bleeker) Roskens, was born July 15, 1922 on the family farm north of Everly.  She…

July 15, 1922 - December 13, 2020

Frances Irene LeMaster

Spencer, IA

     Frances Irene LeMaster, the daughter of Clive and Alta (Wittchen) Prentice, was born on February 26, 1920 in Terril, IA. She graduated from Everly High School in 1937. Frances went to Iowa Methodist Hospital School of Nursing from 1938-1941. She was a R.N there until she…

February 26, 1920 - December 13, 2020

Julie Kay Jorgenson

Spencer, IA

Last night as I (her eldest daughter) was taking a hot bath and naturally thinking of my mom's last breaths, I was interrupted by the shower attachment going off and spraying me with freezing water. It was her. Our mom was well known for countless things, but perhaps over them all, was…

July 26, 1956 - December 12, 2020

Richard "Dick" Dean Pierson

Spencer, IA

Richard Dean Pierson, the son of Andy H. and Amanda (Woelenberg) Pierson, was born April 6, 1934, in Clay County, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent in the Dickens and Gillett Grove area where he received his education and graduated from Gillett Grove High School.Dick married Donna Hansen,…

April 6, 1934 - December 9, 2020

Allen Myron Swanson

Peterson, IA

     Allen Myron Swanson, the son of Myron and Mildred (Toft) Swanson was born February 15, 1946 in Hartley, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Royal, IA area, where he attended school, and graduated from Royal High School in 1964.      Allen married Linda…

February 15, 1946 - December 8, 2020

Jane Ardyce Larson

Spencer, IA

     Jane Ardyce Larson, the daughter of Wayne and Irma (Waggoner) Pickering was born February 6, 1934 in Spencer, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Greenville, IA area where she attended school and graduated from Greenville Rossie High School in…

February 6, 1934 - December 7, 2020

Eugene Harry Johnson

Spencer, IA

     Eugene Harry Johnson, the son of Ernest and Grayce (Pedersen) Johnson, was born February 7, 1928 in Alta, IA.         Gene grew up on the farm and though he left the farm, the love of farming never left him. Gene graduated from Fairview…

February 7, 1928 - December 6, 2020

Elsie Mae Jones

Spencer, IA

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established by the family. MEMORIALS MAY BE SENT TO:Gordon Jones90 Echo Bay DriveTonka Bay, MN 55331Elsie Mae Jones, the daughter of Paul and Emma (Christiansen) Paulsen, was born January 29, 1919 at her parent's home in Peterson, Iowa. …

January 29, 1919 - December 5, 2020

Hilda Marie Schomaker

Spencer, IA

Hilda Marie Schomaker, the daughter of John and Lorene (Peterson) Schomaker, was born November 30, 1947 in Spencer, Iowa.  Her childhood was spent in the Gillett Grove and Greenville, IA area and she received her education in South Clay schools.      Hilda moved to Spencer…

November 30, 1947 - December 4, 2020

Kenneth 'Ken' Dean Hicks

Spencer, IA

     Kenneth "Ken" Dean Hicks, the son of Darold and Dorothy (Alberts) Hicks, was born November 30, 1951, in Primghar, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent in Primghar where he received his education, graduating from Paullina High School.  Ken entered the…

November 30, 1951 - December 3, 2020

Cleber Daniel Meyer

Superior, NE

     Cleber Daniel Meyer, the son of Ernest and Elsie (Krager) Meyer was born December 18, 1928 in Moneta, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Moneta, where he received his education, played school baseball and basketball, sang in the school choir, played the clarinet, and…

December 18, 1928 - December 3, 2020

Alex David Jacobsen

Spencer, IA

Every time Alex listened to music, he requested Cat Stevens, and now more than ever, one of his song lyrics rings true: "Oh very young, what will you leave us this time You're only dancin' on this earth for a short while And though your dreams may toss and turn you now They will vanish away…

July 14, 1989 - December 2, 2020

Nichole Crystal Burch

Spencer, IA

   Nichole Crystal Burch was born in Grenada Hills, California, on May 27, 1982, to Jess William Burch, III and Anita Sposato.  Nichole's first marriage to Denny Roach gifted the world with two beautiful children, Alyssa Burch (19) and Bailee Roach (15).  Nichole fell in…

May 27, 1982 - December 2, 2020

Judith Ann Wilson

Spencer, IA

Judith(Judy) Ann Wilson age 75, of Spencer, Ia passed away on December 1st, 2020 in Sioux Falls Avera hospital. She was preceded in death by her mother, Eleanor, and father Robert Lawrenz, 2 sisters, Sue Wylie and Bonnie Witt. She is survived by her sister Donna Sharp of Racine, Wisconsin.…

July 7, 1945 - December 1, 2020

Service of Remembrance 2020

WARNER FUNERAL HOMES Spencer  * Peterson  * Sutherland * Everly   HOSPICE of SPENCER HOSPITAL  ABBEN CANCER CENTER and AREA CHURCHES   invite you to join them for a  VIRTUAL SERVICE OF REMEMBRANCE        To assure the health safety of…

November 30, 2020 - November 30, 2020

Jerald "Jerry" Twetten

Naples, FL

  Jerald Edgar "Jerry" Twetten, 90, died peacefully Saturday, November 28, 2020, surrounded by his beloved spouse and three children, after a brief, vigorous battle with leukemia.    Jerry was the second of three sons born to Walter Edgar and Laurene Driggs Twetten in Spencer,…

September 12, 1930 - November 28, 2020

Rodney Allen Petersen

Spencer, IA

   Rodney Allen Petersen, the son of Marvin and Grace (Prather) Petersen,  was born on December 14, 1947 in Spencer, IA. He received his early  education in Spencer until his family moved to Pasadena, CA where he finished school and graduated from John Muir High School. He then…

December 14, 1947 - November 27, 2020

John "Jack" Leroy Gidley

Milford, IA

     John "Jack" Leroy Gidley, the son of Arthur and Edna (Schneider) Gidley was born October 12, 1936 in Cedar Bluffs, NE. He moved to Riverton, WY as a young child, before moving to Sioux Rapids, IA as a freshman in high school. He played 4 years of football and…

October 12, 1936 - November 27, 2020

Norma Faye Carlson

Spencer, IA

     Norma was born March 5, 1940 to John and Christine (Norris) Whited in Rockwell, Tennessee, and that is where her love of country music started.  Her family eventually moved to California and Norma sang in the choir at the Chula Vista Baptist Church.  This is where…

March 5, 1940 - November 27, 2020

Lois Jeanette Christensen

Spencer, IA

Lois, the daughter of James and Gladys   Clare Wilcox, was born on August 27, 1938, in Emmetsburg, Iowa.  She attended elementary and middle school in Spencer, and continued her education in Greely, Colorado.  She married Terry J. Christensen of Milford, Iowa and lived a happy…

August 27, 1938 - November 27, 2020

Ronald William Woods

Emmetsburg, IA

     Ron Woods passed away on Thanksgiving morning, November 26, 2020 at the age of 68. His death was the result of complications stemming from COVID-19. Ron was born April 8, 1952 to his parents Bob and Patt Woods in Spencer, Iowa. Ron spent the majority of his adult life…

April 8, 1952 - November 26, 2020

Tanner Kent Meysenburg

Spencer, IA

     Tanner Kent Meysenburg, the son of Travis Meysenburg and Lisa (Prescott) Zenkovich was born January 25, 1997 in Fairmont, MN. His childhood years were spent in the Armstrong, IA area where he attended school. He moved to Swea City, IA where he worked for Brand FX and then…

January 25, 1997 - November 24, 2020

Julia Mae Walrath

Spencer, IA

  Julia Mae Walrath, the daughter of John and Sophie (Raveling) Larson was born July 9, 1925 on a farm near Webb, Iowa.  She moved to a farm outside Peterson as an infant, where she received her education, graduating from Peterson Consolidated High School in 1942. After schooling, she…

July 9, 1925 - November 24, 2020

Patricia Mae Muller

Spencer, IA

Part 1 on Memorial Servicehttps://vimeo.com/482120470 Part 2 of Memorial Service https://vimeo.com/482121480 IN LIEU OF FLOWERS, A MEMORIAL FUND HAS BEEN ESTABLISHED BY THE FAMILY.Memorials may be sent to Patricia's husband, Ray at: 1501 St. Lukes Dr. #321 - Spencer, Iowa 51301 Patricia Mae…

October 10, 1927 - November 19, 2020

Curtis Amos Paulsen

Spencer, IA

Curtis Amos Paulsen, the son of Harry and Millie (Stricker) Paulsen, was born April 29 1934 in Hartley, Iowa. His childhood years were spent on a farm near Hartley, where he received his education graduating from Hartley High School in 1953.  He entered the military in 1954, where he served…

April 29, 1934 - November 18, 2020

Robert LeRoy Alderman

Spencer, IA

In Lieu of Flowers, Memorials should be directed to the First Congregational Church in Spencer. People attending the visitation and relatives attending the funeral services are required to wear masks and practice social distancing.      Robert "Bob" LeRoy Alderman,…

January 15, 1928 - November 16, 2020

Nicholas "Nick" Isaiah Wamberg

Cherokee, IA

     Nicholas "Nick" Isaiah Wamberg, 38, of Cherokee, Iowa, passed away on November 16, 2020. Nick was born on September 14, 1982, to Steven Wamberg and Jeannie Farley-Wamberg in Sioux City. He attended and graduated from Sioux City East High School and Briar Cliff…

September 14, 1982 - November 16, 2020

Isaac "Ike" C. VerMeer

Graettinger, IA

     Isaac (Ike) C. VerMeer, the son of Cornelius (Case) VerMeer and Pauline VerMeer (Breeman) he was born June 15, 1942 in Rock Rapids, Iowa.  Where he attended Central Lyon High School, while living in Rock Rapids he owned and operated an auto garage and was an avid race…

June 15, 1942 - November 14, 2020

Austin "Bud" Jess Fleck

Spencer, IA

     Austin "Bud" Jess Fleck, the son of John and Marguerite (Schaefer) Fleck was born December 27, 1938 in Sloan, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Sloan, IA area, where he attended school and graduated from Sloan High School.      Bud…

December 27, 1938 - November 12, 2020

Lois Marvelyn Johnson

Spencer, IA

Lois Marvelyn Johnson, the daughter of Otto and Hortense (Hartman) Sierck, was born September 16, 1928 in Okoboji, IA.      On February 14, 1949, she married Eugene H. Johnson at her parents' home in Spencer, IA. After establishing their first home near Alta, IA, they…

September 16, 1928 - November 9, 2020

Larry Rod Strang

Spencer, IA

Larry Rod Strang, the son of Lawrence and Olivia Strang, was born January 1st, 1956 in Spencer, Ia. He grew up in Everly, Ia as a Cattlefeeder football player and loved playing trumpet in band. He then met Marcella Klyne and married in St. Ambroise, Manitoba, Canada on April 26, 1975. While raising…

January 1, 1956 - November 9, 2020

Jason Englert

Belmond, IA

Jason Bernard Englert, was born August 24, 1982 in Spencer, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent in Royal, Iowa and he graduated from Clay Central Community School in 2001.  He was baptized and confirmed at the Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Royal, Iowa. Jason was very active in…

August 24, 1982 - November 8, 2020

January 2, 1961 - November 7, 2020

Setsuko "Sets" Wedel

Cedar Rapids, IA

     Setsuko (Sets) Wedel, the daughter of Fukumatsu and Kameyo Shimokawara was born April 23 in Sapporo, Japan.  Her childhood years were spent in Japan.      Sets married Jim Wedel in 1961 in Yokohama, Japan.  Following their marriage, they came…

April 23, 1935 - November 4, 2020

Madeline "Kay" Darnell

Spencer, IA

     Madeline Kay Darnell, the daughter of Leo and Carol (Churchill) Hickman, was born on December 11, 1943 in Winnebago, NE. She received her early education attending grade school in Jackson, NE and finished and graduated from Bronson High School in Bronson, IA. After high…

December 11, 1943 - November 1, 2020

Bruce I. Lamport

Spencer, IA

On Saturday, October 31, 2020, Bruce I. Lamport, loving husband and father of four, passed away peacefully at the age of 94.  Bruce was born on February 5, 1926 in Sioux City, Iowa to Irl Ross Lamport and Agnes Sharp Lamport.  In 1944 he graduated from Sioux City's East High…

February 5, 1926 - October 31, 2020

Kenneth Edsel Klatt

Linn Grove, IA

     Kenneth Edsel Klatt, the son of Emil and Etta (Steffen) Klatt was born on August 4, 1927, in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Royal, Iowa, area where he attended country school and graduated from Rossie High School in 1945. He was baptized and confirmed…

August 4, 1927 - October 30, 2020

Ronald Chester Wittrock

Sutherland, IA

     Ronald Chester Wittrock, the son of Chester and Bertha (Jalas) Wittrock was born November 9, 1943 in Spencer, IA.  He was baptized and confirmed in the Sutherland Bethel Lutheran Church.  He graduated from Sutherland High School in 1962.      Ron…

November 9, 1943 - October 29, 2020

Ronald Bernard Doran

Spencer, IA

     Ronald Bernard Doran, the son of Francis and Matilda (Koch) Doran was born May 24, 1932 in Plankinton, SD.  His childhood years were spent in the Hartley and Ocheyedan, IA area where he graduated from 8th grade.      Ronald married Lois Schroeder on…

May 24, 1932 - October 28, 2020

James Russell Heisler

Webb, IA

James Russell Heisler, son of John and Esther (Glade) Heisler, was born on May 21, 1943, at Sibley, Iowa.  On June 13, 1943, Jim was baptized at Zion Lutheran Church near Ocheyedan, IA.  He was confirmed on April 14, 1957, at Zion Lutheran Church in Ayrshire, IA.     …

May 21, 1943 - October 27, 2020

Eldon Dwayne Tesch

Spencer, IA

IN LIEU OF FLOWERS, MEMORIALS ARE REQUESTED TO BE DIRECTED TO:Lutheran Lakeside Camp2491 170th St.Spirit Lake, Iowa 51360THE FAMILY REQUESTS THAT ALL IN ATTENDANCE WEAR MASKS AND PRACTICE SOCIAL DISTANCING.      Eldon Dwayne Tesch, the son of Harry and Nora (Holtgrewe) Tesch,…

July 17, 1937 - October 26, 2020

Georgieann Dorothy Kingery

Tripoli, IA

THE FAMILY REQUESTS THAT ALL IN ATTENDANCE WEAR MASKS AND PRACTICE SOCIAL DISTANCING. On Saturday, October 24, 2020, Georgieann Kingery, 90, passed away at the Tripoli Nursing Home in Tripoli, IA. A memorial service will be held at 1:30 pm on Wednesday, October 28, 2020 at Willow Creek…

December 9, 1929 - October 24, 2020

Walter Henry Beck

Spencer, IA

Walt was born in Spirit Lake, IA on April 1, 1935 to Walter H. Beck Sr. and Arvada Beck. He graduated from Milford High School in 1953.  In 1954, Walt enlisted in the Army, serving his country in Anchorage, Alaska until his discharge in 1956.  He returned to marry Marilyn Leitch in…

April 1, 1935 - October 24, 2020

Ramona Brand Gidley

Milford, IA

Ramona Brand Gidley, the daughter of Harry and Helen (Tollackson) Stacy was born on July 23, 1935, in Sioux Rapids, Iowa. She was baptized at the First Lutheran Church. She received her early education in Sioux Rapids, graduating from high school in 1953 and was the class Salutatorian. Following…

July 23, 1935 - October 18, 2020

Clara Marion Goeken

Everly, IA

https://youtu.be/DCt3QaNji98 The funeral service can be viewed by clicking on the link above.IN LIEU OF FLOWERS, A MEMORIAL FUND HAS BEEN ESTABLISHED BY THE FAMILY     Clara Goeken, 97, a long-time member of the Everly community, died October 16 at the Hartley Memorial Care…

September 30, 1923 - October 16, 2020

Neil Clifford Swanson

Spencer, IA

   Neil Swanson, 67, passed away quietly at home after a valiant battle with Alzheimer's on October 13, 2020, with his loving wife Starla, daughter Kyle, brother Glenn, and Darlene by his side. Neil was born March 19, 1953 in Pelican Rapids, Minnesota. He spent his early years in…

March 19, 1953 - October 13, 2020

Mallory Jane Amis

Parkville , MO

Mallory Amis March 27, 1985 - October 13, 2020 St. Louis, Missouri - Mallory Jane Amis, daughter of Jeff and Teresa Amis was born March 27, 1985 in Des Moines, Iowa. Growing up she was a member of Park Hill Baptist Church. She graduated in 2003 from Park Hill South High School in…

March 27, 1985 - October 13, 2020

Billy Dale Bangs

Spencer, IA

     Billy Bangs, 85, passed away on Monday, October 12, 2020. He was born on April 27, 1935 in Fremont County, Iowa. His parents were Hope and Leo Bangs. He is proceeded in death by his parents, a sister Mary Jean in infancy, an older sister and her husband, Jackie and Kenneth Butt…

April 27, 1935 - October 12, 2020

LaVonne June Weisbrod

Spencer, IA

     LaVonne June Weisbrod, the daughter of Leo and Cecelia (Henning) Lenhart was born July 12, 1929 in Hartley, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Greenville and Rossie, IA area, where she attended school and graduated from Greenville Rossie High School in…

July 12, 1929 - October 12, 2020

Ruth Ann Fick

Spencer, IA

Ruth Ann Ficken the daughter of Oliver and Lois (Calkins) was born May 15th, 1941 in Spencer, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Everly IA where she attended Everly Community Schools. She graduated in 1958.      Ruth married Norman Ray Fick February 1, 1959. Following their…

May 15, 1941 - October 11, 2020

Dale Chester Tigges

Dubuque, IA

     Dale Chester Tigges, the son of Chester and Evelyn (Koch) Tigges was born August 4, 1947 in Cherokee, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Peterson, IA area, where he attended school, graduating from Sioux Valley in 1965. Dale then went on to Buena Vista University,…

August 4, 1947 - October 10, 2020

Candace Joy Clark

Spencer, IA

     Candace Joy Clark, the daughter of Gale and Gwen (Lane) Howe, was born September 21, 1951 in Storm Lake, IA. Her childhood years were spent on a farm near Marathon, IA area, where she attended school and graduated from Marathon High School. She also attended Spencer School…

September 21, 1951 - October 2, 2020

Helen Mary Geddes

Spencer, IA

     Helen Mary Geddes, the daughter of Eugene and Emma (Smith) Penning was born July 30, 1936 in Spencer, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Spencer, IA and Faribault, MN area, where she attended St. Mary's school and graduated in 1954. She then attended Oberlin…

July 30, 1936 - September 29, 2020

Bernice J. Erickson

Grand Ledge, MI

            Bernice J. (Ellerbroek) Erickson passed away on Tuesday, September 29, 2020 at Independence Village of Grand Ledge, MI. Bernice was born to Beatrix and John Ellerbroek October 5, 1925 in Spencer, Iowa. She graduated in 1943 from…

October 5, 1925 - September 29, 2020

Charles William Peters

Spencer, IA

     Charles William Peters, was born into a large family on July 26, 1940 in Hartley, IA. When Charles was 10 years old, his mother died and he went to live with his relatives for a while before going into an orphanage. He was adopted when he was 11 by Lester and Marie Peters…

July 26, 1940 - September 26, 2020

Jean Ione Jacobson

Albert City, IA

     Jean Ione Jacobson, the daughter of Mabel and Thomas Kleis, was born on February 8, 1924.      She was baptized and confirmed in the Grove City, Minnesota area.      She married Vernon Dornsbach on September 19, 1942.  To this…

February 8, 1924 - September 25, 2020

Melba Fuller

Spencer, IA

   Melba (Pauling) Fuller, the daughter of Carl and Elizabeth (Gaudian) Pauling, was born January 7, 1923 near Primghar, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent near Germantown, where she received her early education through the 6th grade at St. John Lutheran Church School.  Melba…

January 7, 1923 - September 24, 2020

April 26, 1929 - September 21, 2020

Dwight Maxon Gadsby

Suitland, MD

Dwight Maxon Gadsby of Suitland, Maryland, age 87, died on September 20th, 2020 in Oakton, VA.       He was born on October 2, 1932 in Dickens, Iowa to parents William and Esther (Holmberg) Gadsby.  He grew up on their family farm with his…

October 2, 1932 - September 20, 2020

Linda Lavonne Essick

Spirit Lake, IA

Linda L. Essick, the daughter of Helen Petersen and step father, Marvin Petersen, and Lindsey Essick was born in Spencer, Iowa, on June 21, 1952.  After a long illness, Linda passed away on September 19, 2020, at the Pearl Valley Rehabilitation and Nursing in Lake Park, Iowa, at the age of…

June 21, 1952 - September 19, 2020

Ryan Lee Carpenter

Spencer, IA

The family requests friends and family attending the visitation wear masks and practice social distancing. Ryan Lee Carpenter, the son of Roger and Sandra (Wieneke) Carpenter, was born August 10, 1977 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer, where he received his education in…

August 10, 1977 - September 19, 2020

Doris Elizabeth Nagel

Hartley, IA

     Doris Elizabeth Gonnerman and her twin brother, Moris were born February 12, 1921 to William and Anna (Nelson) Gonnerman on a farm northwest of Hartley, Iowa.  They were welcomed by their sister, Leona and brothers, Vaun, Donald and Gerald.  She attended…

February 12, 1921 - September 15, 2020

Alvena Susan Koehnk

Everly, IA

     Alvena Susan Koehnk, the daughter of Johannes and Fannie (Engelkes) Winterboer was born December 27, 1922 in Everly, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Grundy County and Everly areas.  She graduated from Everly High School in 1940 and received a BA in Art…

December 27, 1922 - September 15, 2020

Rita Kae Kladstrup

Spencer, IA

     Rita Kae Kladstrup, the daughter of Fred and Mabel (Tuttle) Emerson was born on January 15, 1942 in Spirit Lake, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Spirit Lake area, where she attended school.      Rita married Dennis Kladstrup and to this union…

January 15, 1942 - September 14, 2020

Raymond Allen Johnson

Spencer, IA

     Raymond Allen Johnson, the son of Raymond and Virginia (Tackett) Johnson was born July 5, 1948 in Estherville, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Estherville and Spirit Lake, IA area where he attended school. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1965 and served until his…

July 5, 1948 - September 14, 2020

Alice Marie Larson

Spencer, IA

Alice Marie Larson, the daughter of Leroy C. Warren and Gladys (Ferguson) Larson, was born on October 16, 1940, in Benson Minnesota. Her family moved to several communities in northwest Iowa, before settling in Spencer. She grew up and received her education here.      On July…

October 16, 1940 - September 12, 2020

Brice Lee Archer

Spencer, IA

    Brice Lee Archer, born February 9, 2003, passed away September 4, 2020, son of Jason Archer and Lori Diaz and stepmother, Coty.  Brice was born and raised in Spencer, Iowa.  Brice would have graduated in 2020 from Central Academy.      Brice worked…

February 9, 2003 - September 4, 2020

Rickey "Rick" Lee Brandsrud

Hartley, IA

Rickey "Rick"  Brandsrud        Born December 27, 1954 to Russell and Jean Brandsrud Brookings South Dakota.  Rick passed away Sunday August 30 th 2020 at the Avera Hospital in Sioux Falls South Dakota after a long…

December 27, 1954 - August 30, 2020

Dr. Sherry Folsom -Meek

Mankato, MN

     Dr. Sherry  Folsom-Meek died peacefully in her sleep on the morning of August 29, 2020 following a courageous battle with kidney disease. She was a resident of Mankato Hillcrest Rehabilitation Center, where she was happy for the great care given her by caring staff.…

July 25, 1944 - August 29, 2020

Clarence "Bud" Leroy Taylor

Spencer , IA

***The family requests that those attending the visitation and services wear a mask covering. Clarence "Bud" Leroy Taylor, son of Bayard F. and Alta (Fink) Taylor, was born September 20, 1923, on a farm west of Langdon Iowa.  His childhood years were spent in the Spencer, Langdon,…

September 20, 1923 - August 27, 2020

Eileen Alma Lanning

Spencer, IA

****The Family requests that everyone in attendance wears a mask.     Eileen Alma Lanning, the daughter of Ray and Alma (Vanalstine) Davis, was born July 28, 1925 in Gilmore City, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent in Rutland, which is located north of Humboldt, IA. …

July 28, 1925 - August 25, 2020

David K. Oltman

Spencer, IA

         David Klaas Oltman, the son of Ben and Hilda (VanderVeen) Oltman, was born on August 24, 1950, in Grundy Center, Iowa. He was raised and received his early education in Dike but returned to Grundy Center to finish his schooling, graduating from…

August 24, 1950 - August 25, 2020

August 27, 1953 - August 25, 2020

Mario Adrian Zubia

Linn Grove, IA

***The family requests that instead of flowers, a memorial fund has been established by the family.***The family also requests that friends and family in attendance at the graveside services, wear a mask covering.Son of Fernando E. Zubia, Sr and Angel ZubiaBrother of Fernando E. Zubia, Jr. and…

December 2, 1982 - August 23, 2020

Norman Goodwin "Tubby" Halverson

Spencer, IA

Norman Goodwin Halverson, the son of Bennie Amal and Rena (Hansen) Halverson was born on February 11, 1927 in Linn Grove, IA. He received his early education  and was raised in the area. Following his education, he worked on the family farm before enlisting in the…

February 11, 1927 - August 22, 2020

Marjorie Ann Dalen

Spencer, IA

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we morn the passing of Marjorie Ann Schacherer Dalen, of Spencer, Iowa on August 20, 2020, at the age of 89.  She was born on November 20, 1930 near Ladysmith, WI.  Marge passed suddenly after contracting COVID-19.  She will be lovingly…

November 20, 1930 - August 20, 2020

Aubree Elizabeth Biedenfeld

Peterson, IA

Aubree Elizabeth Biedenfeld was born and called to Heaven on August 19, 2020. Aubree is the daughter of Beau and Liz Biedenfeld and the sister of Bentley.      Little Miss had already made such an impact on her family. She was the star of so many of their dreams. Aubree's…

August 19, 2020 - August 19, 2020

Charles Arthur Hagedorn

Dickens, IA

          Charles Arthur Hagedorn the son of Harold and Bonita (Johnson) Hagedorn was born on February 9, 1947 in Spencer, IA. He was raised in the Ruthven area where he attended school and then finished up in Spencer. After high school he worked with his cousin,…

February 9, 1947 - August 13, 2020

Audrey Marie Van Overbeke

Sutherland, IA

     Audrey Marie Van Overbeke was born in Canby, MN to William and Alma Ness on September 26, 1928. She was raised in Canby and graduated from Canby High School in 1946.      She married Renil Van Overbeke on August 4, 1947, at St. Edward's Catholic…

September 26, 1928 - August 12, 2020

Robert Charles Donahoo

Peterson, IA

     Robert Charles Donahoo, the son of Robert Frank and Leona (Niebuhr) Donahoo, was born on March 24, 1937 in Omaha, NE. Robert was raised and attended Brook Consolidated School where he graduated and then went to Buena Vista College for 2 years.      On…

March 24, 1937 - August 11, 2020

Ver Nelda Bumann

Sun Lakes, AZ

Ver Nelda "Nell" Bumann of Sun Lakes, Arizona, passed away on Sunday, August 9, 2020 at her Renaissance home in Sun Lakes.  Ver Nelda "Nell" Bumann, daughter of Louis and Vena Grapenthin Amendt was born on March 12, 1927 on the family farm south of Peterson,…

March 12, 1927 - August 9, 2020

Thomas "Fred" Pote

SPENCER, IA

     Thomas "Fred" Frederick Pote, the son of Milburn and Amy (Smith) Pote was born in Los Angeles, CA on November 17, 1943. His childhood years were spent in the Ralstan, NE area, where he attended school and graduated from Ralstan High…

November 17, 1943 - August 7, 2020

Roland Leigh Sindt

Everly, IA

Roland Leigh Sindt, the son of Arnold and Betty Sindt, was born February 14, 1953 in Spencer, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent in Everly, where he received his early education.  After his early education, he continued to help his family on the farm.      Roland…

February 14, 1953 - August 7, 2020

John Francis Fogarty

Spencer, IA

John Francis Fogarty, the son of Terrance and Bridget (Weir) Fogarty was born May 8, 1956, in Emmetsburg, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Emmetsburg area where he attended school and graduated from Emmetsburg High School in 1974. He then attended Iowa Lakes Community College in the Auto…

May 8, 1956 - August 5, 2020

Melissa Marie Sebastian

Everly, IA

It saddens us to announce that Melissa passed away at the Sioux Falls Hospital on August 5th, 2020, after a courageous battle with breast cancer.Melissa Marie Sebastian, the daughter of Edward and Karen McClurg, was born on July 16th, 1962, in Spirit Lake, Iowa. Her childhood years were…

July 16, 1962 - August 5, 2020

Mark William Kahley

Spencer, IA

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be designated to Bethany Lutheran Church, Abben Cancer Center, The Spencer Hospitalor a charity of your choice. Mark William Kahley, the son of Kenneth and Karen (Lidman) Kahley, was born May 16, 1968, in Spencer, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent in…

May 16, 1968 - July 31, 2020

Roger Hoberg

Spencer, IA

  Roger Hoberg, the son of Carl and Elsie Mae (Meyer) Hoberg was born July 20, 1927, in Gillett Grove Township, Clay County, Iowa, in the Harmony neighborhood.  Roger was the youngest of six children, all of whom are deceased.     Roger was educated in the rural…

July 20, 1927 - July 29, 2020

Marcella "Marcy" Catherine Nielsen-Harvieux

Ruthven, IA

Marcella Catherine Nielsen Harvieux, the daughter of Clarence and Elizabeth (Betz) Lohberger, was born on July 12th 1930 in Sutherland, Iowa. Marcella was raised in Sutherland and attended school there.      Marcella was united in marriage to Luverne "Dutch" Nielsen…

July 12, 1930 - July 24, 2020

Steven Wayne Daly

Spencer, IA

    Steven Wayne Daly (Shaggy), the son of Ed Daly and Barb Dickinson was born August 23, 1952, in Spirit Lake, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent in the Okoboji, Iowa, area and raised by his grandparents.  Steve graduated from Arnolds Park High School in 1970.  He…

August 23, 1952 - July 24, 2020

Merrill Duane Schoer

Spencer, IA

     Merrill "Ossie" Duane Schoer, the son of Harry and Esther (Santage) Schoer was born January 30, 1934, in Peterson, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Rossie and Royal, Iowa, area where he attended school and graduated from Royal High School in 1952. Merrill…

January 30, 1934 - July 21, 2020

Edith Laverne Pitts

Spencer, IA

Edith Laverne (Verdon) Pitts was born on May 30, 1928, in Lansing, Iowa. She was the daughter of Florence (Protsman) and Joseph Verdon. Her schooling started at Lansing's Catholic grade school, Immaculate Conception, and finished at Lansing Public High School, graduating early at the age of 16.…

May 30, 1928 - July 21, 2020

Colleen Flo Ingraham

Apple Valley, MN

Colleen Flo Ingraham, the daughter of Henry C.  and Wynona (Williams) Fick was born on August 10, 1932 in Hartley, Iowa. She was raised and received her early education there, graduating from Hartley High School.      On September 3, 1950, Colleen married Jack Ingraham in…

August 10, 1932 - July 15, 2020

Nancy Ann Schlichting

Spencer, IA

     Nancy Ann Schlichting, the daughter of Frank and Gladys (Haack) Galema, was born on October 2, 1940 in Ocheyedan, Iowa. She attended school at Excelsior School, south of Lake Park, graduating in 1958. Following graduation, she attended Worthington Junior College for 2…

October 2, 1940 - July 13, 2020

Fern A. Sembach

Spencer, IA

Fern Arlene Sembach, the daughter of Hans and Marie Christine (Bottker) Norgaard was born on October 6, 1925, in Franklin County, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent in the Spencer, Iowa, area and raised on a farm.  Fern graduated from Spencer High School and attended Dana College in…

October 6, 1925 - July 9, 2020

Jeffrey Duane Mahrt

Spencer, IA

******A COME AND GO CELEBRATION OF JEFF'S LIFE WILL BE HELD FROM 6 TO 9:00 P.M., FRIDAY, JUNE 25TH, 2021 AT THE ONEOTA PARK LODGE IN SPENCER.      Jeffrey Duane Mahrt, the son of Duane and  Marjorie (Herbold) Mahrt, was born August 31, 1955 in Sioux City.  His…

August 31, 1955 - July 8, 2020

Marilyn Rebecca Craig

Spencer, IA

Marilyn Rebecca Craig, the daughter of John and Dorothy Flack was born October 11, 1938 at home in Langdon, Iowa. Marilyn attended grade school in Dickens, Iowa, and high school in Spencer, Iowa. After graduation, she moved to Omaha, Nebraska, where she met the love of her life, Airman Eldon (Bill)…

October 11, 1938 - July 6, 2020

Claris Rodell Peters

Hartley, IA

Claris Rodell Thu, the daughter of Clarence and Ruth (Rierson) Thu was born February 9, 1941 on a farm near Ruthven, Iowa.  She was baptized and confirmed her faith in the First Lutheran Church in Graettinger.  She received her education and graduated from Graettinger High…

February 9, 1941 - July 4, 2020

Josephine "Jo" Amanda Linn

Winterset, IA

IMMEDIATE FAMILY ONLY PLEASE!THE FAMILY REQUEST NO FLOWERS.  IN LIEU OF FLOWERS, A MEMORIAL FUND HAS BEEN ESTABLISHED BY THE FAMILY Condolences may be sent to: Becky Linn   222 S. 7th Ave.   Winterset, Iowa  50273       On July 4th, 2020,…

August 26, 1927 - July 4, 2020

Lucy Jane Kamradt

Sutherland, IA

Lucy Jane Kamradt, the daughter of Louis and Ella (Kruse) Warnke, was born April 30, 1921 in Paullina, Iowa.  She was baptized and confirmed at the Lutheran Church in Paullina. Where she spent her childhood years and received her education, graduating from Paullina High…

April 30, 1921 - July 1, 2020

Robert Dean Frick

Spencer, IA

     Robert Dean Frick, the son of George and Dorothy (Bates) Frick, was born in Osceola County, Iowa on December 25, 1936. He was raised in Ocheyedan where he attended and graduated from high school. Following high school, he worked with his dad on the farm. He entered into the…

December 25, 1936 - July 1, 2020

October 3, 1936 - June 30, 2020

Brian Trent Goettsch

Sutherland, IA

Brian Trent Goettsch, the youngest son of Donald Harvey and Sandra Sue (Sauter) Goettsch, was born on May 26, 1968 in Cherokee, Iowa.  He was raised on their family farm near Sutherland, where he attended and graduated from Sutherland High School in 1987.      Sports were…

May 26, 1968 - June 29, 2020

September 10, 1943 - June 29, 2020

Lucile Arebelle Beck

Spencer, IA

     Lucile Arebelle Beck the daughter of Gabe and Bessie (Fallon) Bolyard, was born on her grandfather's farm on October 15, 1920, near Gillet Grove, Iowa. She grew up on that farm and attended school all 12 years in Gillet Grove, graduating from High School  in…

October 15, 1920 - June 28, 2020

Anna Marie Schomburg

Spencer, IA

     Anna Marie Schomburg was born September 19, 1926 in Chicago, Illinois, daughter of Soren and Anna (Moller) Eriksen.  When she was a small child, her family moved to Spencer, Iowa.  It was here she received her schooling, graduating from Spencer High School in…

September 19, 1926 - June 27, 2020

Stanley Duane Jespersen

Spencer, IA

CARDS AND MEMORIALS MAY BE SENT TO:DeAnn Tjossem6350 440th St.Sutherland, Iowa 51058     Stanley Duane Jespersen, son of Martin and Margaret (Hansen) Jespersen, was born December 7, 1924, at the home of his maternal grandparents in Spencer, Iowa. He was baptized in the Danish…

December 7, 1924 - June 26, 2020

Janice Lee Young

Spencer, IA

Janice Lee Young, the daughter of Roy and Edna (Beuchle) Lanus was born September 13, 1939, in Rolfe, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Rolfe area where she attended school and graduated from Rolfe High School.Janice married John Young on August 7, 1959, in Rolfe, Iowa. She worked as the…

September 13, 1939 - June 26, 2020

Lewis Henry Petersen

Spencer, IA

Lewis Henry Petersen, the son of Lewis S. and Mabel Peterson, was born on July 29th, 1935 in Spencer, Iowa. His family owned a farm by Royal, Iowa, where he would help raise cattle and various other animals. Lewis had four sisters, but his sister, Fern, passed away at a young age. Lewis joined the…

July 29, 1935 - June 25, 2020

Evelyn Jean Simonson

Spencer, IA

Evelyn Jean Simonson, the daughter of Lewis and Angie Aaron was born on April 28, 1930, in Cedar Rapids, IA. She was known as "Dolly" by her four sisters.      Mom's true happiness began when she met Martin Carl Simonson of Sioux Rapids, IA. Martin made …

April 28, 1930 - June 24, 2020

Daniel Joseph Ellis

Ayrshire, IA

Daniel Joseph Ellis, the son of Robert and Suzanne (Teedan) Ellis was born May 15, 1965, in Omaha, Nebraska. His childhood years were spent in the Gretna, Nebraska area where he attended school and graduated from Gretna High School in 1983. In 1984, his son, Brandon was born. Daniel attended…

May 17, 1965 - June 23, 2020

February 27, 1955 - June 21, 2020

Esther Blanche Norris

Stillwater, MN

     Esther Blanche Weisbrod Norris, age 95, died June 21, 2020 in Stillwater, Minnesota.  She was born January 11, 1925 to George and Minnie Alice Tatro Weisbrod at the farm home near Rossie, Iowa.  She attended Rossie Consolidated School. She was baptized by Rev.…

January 11, 1925 - June 21, 2020

Mark Richard Ditsworth

Spencer, IA

     Mark Richard Ditsworth, the son of Richard Ditsworth and Josephine (Logan) Ditsworth was born October 1, 1958 in Estherville, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Estherville area, where he attended school. He moved to Spencer, IA during junior high and graduated from…

October 1, 1958 - June 19, 2020

Mary Krage Grover

Spencer, IA

Mary Krage Grover, the daughter of James and Harriett (Krage) Conway, was born on October 8, 1944 in Emmetsburg, Iowa. She was raised and attended school there graduating from high school. She then attended Emmetsburg Junior College.      On February…

October 8, 1944 - June 16, 2020

Darlene Virginia Mills

Webb, IA

Darlene Virginia Mills, the daughter of Ora George and Florence (Rhodes) Boardman, was born July 27, 1919 in Veblen, SD.  Her childhood years were spent in Greenville, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Greenville High School in 1937.      …

July 27, 1919 - June 16, 2020

Constance "Connie" Lou Rohlk

Spencer, IA

In Lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established by the family. Constance Lou "Connie" Rohlk, the daughter of Robert and Helen (Klanderud) Schroeder, was born July 2, 1930 in Storm Lake, Iowa.  She was the youngest of 3 siblings (Mac & Ann). Her childhood years were…

July 2, 1930 - June 15, 2020

Arlene Gail Stewart

Spencer, IA

I had 3 wonderful children: Gail Norman, Jimmy Stewart and Terri Stewart and five grandchildren: Becky Hueppner, Blake Norman, Lillie Norman, Hunter Kreiss and Korei Kreiss. I like to believe I was a friendly and kind person and I loved my family and friends. I loved my sisters, Gwen Overman,…

August 27, 1959 - June 14, 2020

Rosemary Saunders

Spencer, IA

Rosemary Saunders, the daughter of Albert Phillip and Helen Elizabeth (Wohn) Bellingtier was born April 11, 1934, in Fort Dodge, Iowa.  She was raised in the Fort Dodge area and graduated from Fort Dodge High School in 1952.      On September 2, 1959, Rosemary was united…

April 11, 1934 - June 13, 2020

Jerald "Jerry" Leland Crew

Webb, IA

     Jerald Leland Crew, of Webb, Iowa, met his Savior on Wednesday, June 10, 2020, at age 85. Jerry was born February 13, 1935, as the first baby born in the new Spencer hospital, to Norval and Emma Crew, the oldest of their eight children. Jerry spent his childhood years on…

February 13, 1935 - June 10, 2020

Velma Evelyn Van Norman

       Velma Evelyn Johnson Riebe Van Norman was born to Earl and Elsie (Giberson) Johnson on October 24, 1929.  The youngest of 5 children with 4 older brothers, Glenn, Clyde, Lyndal & Cleo.  She and Cleo attended school in Montrose, SD. Evie went to secretarial…

October 24, 1929 - June 10, 2020

Ethan James Lindsay

Spencer, IA

     Ethan James Lindsay, the son of James and Grace (Mott) Lindsay was born August 19, 1928 in Newell, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Newell area where he attended Newell High School. After high school Ethan began his lifelong career in farming.     …

August 19, 1928 - June 6, 2020

Dorothy Lois Breidinger

Polk City, FL

Dorothy (Connell) Breidinger, the daughter of Lewis and Florence (Beardsley) Connell, was born on April 6, 1927 in Arnolds Park, IA.  She was raised and graduated from Arnolds Park High School in 1945.     Dorothy married Orville Breidinger on December 16, 1945 in Arnolds…

April 6, 1927 - June 6, 2020

Donald Howard Christy

Spencer, IA

     Donald Howard Christy, the son of Howard and Helen (Kay) Christy, was born April 2, 1931 in Storm Lake, Iowa.  Don grew up with his grandparents, Ferdinand and Nora Kay, and their son, Harold on their farm north of Truesdale, Iowa, where he attended school and…

April 2, 1931 - June 5, 2020

Carol A. Coyle

Spencer, IA

Carol Ann Coyle, the daughter of Gaylord and Minnie Grover, was born December 30, 1943 in rural Sheldon, Iowa.  She graduated from Sheldon High School in 1962.      In 1981, she moved to Spencer and was employed by Regional Transit Authority as a driver for the elderly and…

December 30, 1943 - June 5, 2020

Ronald James Manwarren

Spencer, IA

     Ronald James Manwarren, the son of Eugene and Bonnie (Rudolph) Manwarren was born on September 10, 1947 in Garden City, Kansas.  He received his education in Spencer, Iowa where he coined the phrase "Smoking in the boys'…

September 10, 1947 - June 4, 2020

Darlene Mae Tuinstra

Spencer, IA

     Darlene Tuinstra, the daughter of Elmer and Mabel (Menage) Tuinstra, was born December 14, 1942 on a farm near Melvin, IA.  Her childhood years were spent on a farm near Harris, Iowa, where she received her education.        Darlene attended…

December 14, 1942 - June 4, 2020

Mary Ann Bobolz

Hartley, IA

     Mary Ann Bobolz, the daughter of Julius and Hilda (Steffen) Petersen, was born October 13, 1933 in Sutherland, Iowa.  Her family lived for 1 ½ years near Sutherland and Moneta, IA and then moved to farm near Hartley, IA.  She attended rural school until the 5th…

October 13, 1933 - June 2, 2020

George Skyler-Ellsworth Cole

Spencer, IA

     George Skyler-Ellsworth Cole, the son of Jay Cole and Elaine Tasich, was born on February 3, 1996 in Denison, IA. He received his early education in Dunlap and then moved to Spencer where he finished his schooling and graduating from Clay Central in Everly. Following…

February 3, 1996 - May 29, 2020

Ferne Adelaide Schuller

Spencer, IA

Ferne Adelaide Schuller, age 102, passed away on May 29, 2020, at St. Luke Lutheran Home in Spencer, Iowa.     Ferne Adelaide Eckert was born on March 25, 1918, in Mallard, Iowa.  She was the oldest of six children born to Harvey and Mamie Olson Eckert.  Her childhood…

March 25, 1918 - May 29, 2020

Bonnie Lee Schoelerman

Hartley, IA

     Bonnie Lee Schoelerman (Pfitzenmaier) daughter of Art and Loena (Powell) Pfitzenmaier, was born at home on April 29, 1932, in Primghar IA. She spent her childhood years on a farm South of Hartley, IA. She attended country school through the eighth grade and graduated from…

April 29, 1932 - May 29, 2020

Margery Mae Fraseur

Spencer, IA

Margery Mae Fraseur, daughter of Bertha and Herbert Maurer, was born September 28, 1923 in Tipton, Iowa.  She attended grade school, high school, and junior college in Tipton before leaving to study liberal arts at the University of Iowa.      Marge moved to Chicago and…

September 28, 1923 - May 27, 2020

Lillian Louise Jenkins

Spencer, IA

     Lillian Louise Jenkins, age 97, of Spencer, Iowa passed away May 26, 2020 at Northshire Residence in Spencer, Iowa.      Lillian was born October 17, 1922 to Fred and Hazel Mae Tuttle in Worthington, MN.      She was united in marriage…

October 17, 1922 - May 26, 2020

Judy Ann Johnson

Spencer, IA

     Judy Ann Johnson, the daughter of Roy and Margaret (Sorlie) Johnson was born on July 30, 1943 in Humboldt, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Humboldt and Hardy, IA areas, where she graduated from Humboldt High School. She attended both Augustana College and Waldorf…

July 30, 1943 - May 25, 2020

Jerry Dean Hillegas

Everly, IA

Jerry Dean Hillegas, 60, died unexpectedly at his home in Everly, Iowa on May 19, 2020.  He was born Jan 12, 1960, in Spencer, Iowa to Harlin and Karen (Jordan) Hillegas. Jerry was an  Everly Cattlefeeder K-12, Class of 1978, active in band and choir.  Jerry retired from the Navy…

January 12, 1960 - May 19, 2020

Dennis Bruce Oviatt

Boulder, CO

Dennis Bruce Oviatt, the son of Dwain and Phyllis (Fogarty) Oviatt, was born on November 4, 1958 in the Spencer Municipal Hospital, Spencer, Iowa. He was raised in Dickens and Spencer, Iowa. He attended Spencer High School, where he graduated in the class of 1977. He attended the Culinary Institute…

November 4, 1958 - May 13, 2020

Keith McCarl Mortenson

Dickens, IA

Keith McCarl Mortenson, the son of Engold and Sigrid (Simonsen) Mortenson, was born on February 1, 1938, in Webb, Iowa. He was raised and attended school in Webb. The family moved to Terril when Keith was in his late teens. After his schooling, Keith worked at the Spencer Hospital as an ambulance…

February 1, 1938 - May 10, 2020

Patricia "Pat" Ann Johnson

Spencer, IA

Patricia Ann "Pat" Johnson, the daughter of Eugene and Marietta (Greene) Reynolds, Sr., was born October 31, 1941 in Milford, Iowa.  She was born and raised in Milford, graduating from Milford High School.      Pat married Bruce Johnson on June 7, 1959 at the…

October 31, 1941 - May 9, 2020

Maria "Lu" Luise Horning

Spencer, IA

     Maria "Lu" Luise Horning, the daughter of Franz and Maria (Pflaum) Heinrichmeyer was born in Eltmann, Germany on November 22, 1952.      Lu married a serviceman, Doug VanEngen and came to the United States in 1970. She had 2 children with him.…

November 22, 1952 - May 8, 2020

Jennifer Sena Keating

Spencer, IA

Daughter of Carol Cadmus of Spencer Jennifer Sena Cadmus Keating was born on March 19, 1978, in Minneapolis, Minnesota.  She was joined a year later by her sister Melissa. Jennifer attended schools in St Louis Park, Minnesota, and later attended college, graduating with a…

March 19, 1978 - May 8, 2020

Michelle Renee Kreiss

Spencer, IA

     Michelle Renee Kreiss, the daughter of Edward and Betti (Bollman) Dorpinghaus was born June 24, 1959 in Denver, CO. She grew up in Iowa City, IA, where she attended school and graduated from Iowa City West in 1977. She attended college for several years before moving to…

June 24, 1959 - May 8, 2020

Michael Francis Hynes

Spencer, IA

     Michael Francis Hynes, the son of James and Patricia  (Kirschbaum) Hynes was born April 13, 1960, in Emmetsburg, Iowa.  He was raised on various farms around northwest Iowa and attended school in Mallard, Clay Central, and Spencer, graduating in 1978.  He was…

April 13, 1960 - May 7, 2020

Daniel Jay Merten

Spencer, IA

Daniel Jay Merten, the son of Edward Joseph and Donna Jean (Milleman) Merten was born August 13, 1954, in Estherville, Iowa.  He was raised and attended Spencer Community Schools, graduating in 1973.    On August 3, 1974, Daniel was united in marriage to Deb…

August 13, 1954 - May 5, 2020

Richard Donald Hallett Sr.

Spencer, IA

Richard "Dick" Donald Hallett Sr., son of Winnifred Hallett and Lillie (McShane) Hallett was born, April 13, 1925 in Artesian, South Dakota where he spent his early years. Later he moved to Sioux City with his mother, where he graduated from Central High…

April 13, 1925 - May 3, 2020

Loretta Alice Sweet

Spencer, IA

     Loretta Alice Sweet, the daughter of Arthur and Katherine Trost was born June 13, 1944 in Chicago, IL. Her childhood years were spent in the Chicago area, where she attended and graduated from Catholic Schools.      Loretta married Sam Cardinale in 1966,…

June 13, 1944 - May 2, 2020

James "Jim" Lawrence Reis

Spencer, IA

     James "Jim" Lawrence Reis, the son of Leon and Bernadine (Vodraska) Reis, was born February 19, 1957 in Emmetsburg, Iowa. He was raised and educated in Pocahontas, IA, where he graduated from Pocahontas High School in 1976.     He met his soul…

February 19, 1957 - May 1, 2020

January 13, 1952 - April 30, 2020

Jacqueline Belle Webster

Spencer, IA

Jacqueline (Jackie) Belle Stafford Shugars Webster passed away on April 29th at her home.  Jackie was born on November 21st 1957 to Edward and Shirley (Harnan) Stafford in Alliance NE.  Jackie graduated from St. Agnes Academy in 1976 and attended Loretta Heights College (Denver,…

November 21, 1957 - April 29, 2020

James Joseph Umscheid, Sr.

Greenville, IA

James Joseph Umscheid, Sr., was the son of Louis John and Florence (Wittrock) Umscheid, born in Westport Township, Iowa, on June 6, 1931.  James passed away at the Spencer Municipal Hospital on April 28, 2020, at the age of 88. James married Barbara Anderson and four children: James Jr.,…

June 6, 1931 - April 28, 2020

Teresa Ann Cate

Spencer, IA

   Teresa Ann Cate, the daughter of Theodore and Phyllis (Hessinnes) Cate was born in Spencer, Iowa, on September 26, 1956.  She graduated from Spencer High School in 1975.  Following graduation, she attended nursing school in Omaha, Nebraska, and practiced at several…

September 26, 1956 - April 27, 2020

Paul Harry Shearer

Spencer, IA

     Paul Harry Shearer, the son of Elmer Glade and Rose Mae (Cannon) Shearer, was born on August 13, 1929, in Bedford, IA. He grew up on a farm in Taylor County and attended school in Blockton where he graduated. Following high school, he entered into the military on January…

August 13, 1929 - April 26, 2020

Thomas Merle Willey

Spencer, IA

Thomas M. Willey, the son of Merle and Stella (Poe) Willey, was born January 14, 1934 in Sutherland, Iowa. He was a Cub Scout, Boy Scout, and later helping with the younger scouts. He attended K-12th grade at Sutherland Consolidated School, graduating in 1952. Tom married Roanne "Jean"…

January 14, 1934 - April 23, 2020

Leisha Jane Prime

Spencer, IA

Leisha Jane Prime, the daughter of Juanita (McPherson) Dahl, was born on September 9, 1960 in Dakota City, Iowa. She attended school at Twin rivers Community School.      On October 21, 1979, she married Mark Prime in Humboldt, Iowa. To this union three children were born:…

September 9, 1960 - April 23, 2020

June Ann Johannsen

Spencer, IA

     June Ann (Yeager) Johannsen, the daughter of Lee and Anna (Newby) Leighter, was born July 5, 1928 in Dickens, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Spencer area, where he received her education.      June married Michael Yeager and to this union…

July 5, 1928 - April 22, 2020

Gene David Hall

Dickens, IA

     Gene David Hall, was born on December 21, 1938, to Glen and Lucille (McLaughlin) Hall in Spencer, IA. Gene was an avid fisherman. If you wanted to see him you would just check the small local lakes. His favorite place to fish was the Little Sioux River for…

December 21, 1938 - April 18, 2020

Margo S. Wood

Saint George, UT

Margo Wood died peacefully on April 18th in her home in Saint George, Utah following a nineteen-month struggle with cancer. Margo is survived by her husband, Charles; children, Katherine Colby and Walter Bahr; stepchildren, Courtney Wood and Matthew Wood; surrogate daughter, Rebecca…

September 19, 1943 - April 18, 2020

Leone Mary Coonradt

Milford, IA

Leone Mary Coonradt was born to William and Lena (Backer) Esser on April 15, 1923 in Cartersville, IA.  Her childhood years were spent in Cartersville, where she attended country school. After graduating from Rockwell High School, Leone received her license in cosmetology. On July 4, 1947…

April 15, 1923 - April 17, 2020

Duane Arnold Harmelink

     Duane Arnold Harmelink, the son of Charlie and Gert (Van Iperen) Harmelink was born March 30, 1934 in Ashton, Iowa. He grew up and resided in the Ashton-Melvin area until he married Thelma Elaine (Nieuwendorp) Harmelink on July 20, 1954. They made their home in the…

March 30, 1934 - April 14, 2020

Paul Frederick Lenz

Sutherland, IA

Paul Frederick Lenz, son of Roland and Luella (Oberhelman) Lenz, died peacefully at home, surrounded by family on April 14th, 2020, after a short battle with lung cancer.       Paul was born in Fort Dodge, Iowa, on March 12th, 1952. He grew up on a farm outside of LuVerne,…

March 12, 1952 - April 14, 2020

Thomas H. Hart

Milford, IA

    The life of Thomas Hughes Hart began in Omaha, Nebraska, on June 25, 1931, son of Clarence Hart and Arlene Hughes Hart. He joined two older sisters.    The family moved to a farm south of Gillett Grove when Tom was a child. Tom attended Gillett Grove School through 8th…

June 25, 1931 - April 12, 2020

Gladys Rose Wilcox

Spencer, IA

Gladys Rose Wilcox, the daughter of Christopher and Lola Crook Clare, was born March 4, 1921 in Emmetsburg, IA.  Her childhood years were spent in Emmetsburg where she attended country school, St Mary's and Public High School.      Gladys married James Wilcox on…

March 4, 1921 - April 11, 2020

Lenore "Connie" G. Alger

Spencer, IA

Lenore  "Connie" Alger was born Lenore Gertrude O'Connor on August 7, 1922 at the home of her parents, Tom and Myrtle O'Connor in Cartersville, Iowa. She grew up enjoying life in that small town and on the family farmland. An excellent student, she graduated from…

August 7, 1922 - April 10, 2020

Beverly Joan Johnson

Spencer, IA

Beverly Joan Johnson, the daughter of Joseph and Loretta (Kindred) Fasbender, was born August 22, 1931 in Lake City, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent in Lake City, Cylinder and then Spencer in her youth where she has lived ever since.  Bev received most of her education in Spencer…

August 22, 1931 - April 8, 2020

Georgia Rose Jensen

Spencer, IA

Georgia Rose Jensen, daughter of George Albert and Florence Isbella (Leonard) Gathman, was born on July 15, 1934 in Hartley, IA. She graduated from Hartley High School where she played basketball.       On March 21, 1954, Georgia married Robert…

July 15, 1934 - April 7, 2020

Marcia Joan Lamaak

Spencer, IA

     Marcia was born on August 18, 1937, in the Dexter, IA hospital, to Clarence LeRoy Fritz and Evelyn Elizabeth (Cox) Fritz.  They resided on the Fritz Farm south of Menlo, IA.  Marcia was baptized as an infant in the Menlo Methodist Church. Then on June 19, 1955 she…

August 18, 1937 - April 6, 2020

Cleo Laverne Johnson

Spencer, IA

     Cleo LaVerne Johnson the son of Earl and Elsie (Giberson) Johnson, was born in February 4, 1926 at McKennan Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD. At the age of 5 the family moved into Montrose, SD, where Cleo attended school to graduation in 1944. As a boy he loved hunting and playing…

February 4, 1926 - April 6, 2020

Douglas Don Lynn

Everly, IA

     Douglas Don Lynn, the son of Delbert Edison, Sr. and Nora Edna (Scharnberg) Lynn, was born on June 6, 1941 in Spirit Lake, IA. He was raised in the Everly area where he received his early education and graduated from Everly High School. Following high school he drove truck…

June 6, 1941 - April 6, 2020

Carol Arlene Lee

Spencer, IA

Carol Arlene Lee, the daughter of Vernon and Lena Overocker, was born on September 1, 1920 on the family farm in Milford, Iowa.  She was raised in Milford and attended country school in Dickinson county and went on to graduate from Milford High School in 1938.  She then attended business…

September 1, 1920 - April 5, 2020

Joan Cynthia Schumann

Spencer, IA

       Joan Cynthia Schumann, the daughter of Donald and Ruby (Brinkley) Fitzloff, was born February 18, 1940 in Spencer, Iowa. She was raised in Spencer, where she received her education, graduating from Spencer High School in 1958. She continued her education at a business…

February 18, 1940 - April 5, 2020

Donald "Donnie" Harvey Goettsch

Sutherland, IA

Donald Harvey Goettsch, age 86 of Sutherland, IA, passed away April 3, 2020, at his home.      Don was born May 31, 1933, near Holstein, IA, the son of Harvey and Margaret Cipperley Goettsch.  He was raised on a farm near Holstein.      On December 4,…

May 31, 1933 - April 3, 2020

Esther Louise Baxter

Spencer, IA

     Esther Louise Baxter, the daughter of Charles and Minnie (Moeller) Henaman was born September 29, 1930 in Hartley, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Spencer, IA area, where she attended school and graduated from Spencer High School on May 27,…

September 29, 1930 - April 1, 2020

Larry Lyle Luedke

Spencer, IA

     Larry Lyle Luedke, age 68, of Spencer passed away March 31, 2020 at home surrounded by family.      Born on August 25, 1951 in Hartley, IA, he was the son of Gale Maynard Luedke and Colleen Faye (Trunnell) Luedke.  Larry and family moved to several…

August 25, 1951 - March 31, 2020

Doris Mae Schultz

Spencer, IA

Doris Mae Blanchard Schultz was born April 8, 1924 in Lone Rock, Iowa.  She was the 9th child of Jesse M. and Maude Blanche (Whitehill) Blanchard.  She was educated and graduated from Lone Rock Public School in May of 1941.  She attended A.I.B. Business College in Des Moines until…

April 8, 1924 - March 24, 2020

Ruth Angeline Russell

Spencer, IA

   Ruth Angeline Russell, the daughter of Frank and Etta Hoffman Henry Janes was born on December 21st, 1921 in Mapleton, Iowa. After her father's death when Ruth was 6, her mom ran a restaurant in Mapleton. Ruth had to sit at the end of the counter and be quiet, so she read, and she…

December 21, 1921 - March 24, 2020

Maralyn Mae Ball

Webb, IA

     Maralyn Mae Ball, the daughter of Nels and Maureen (Goodell) Lindhart, was born on February 22, 1929, in Humboldt County, Iowa. In 1940 she moved with her family to a farm adjacent to Dolliver State Park in Webster County. She attended school in Lehigh and then Iowa State…

February 22, 1929 - March 21, 2020

Linda Jean Hamilton

Spencer, IA

     Linda Jean Hamilton, the daughter of Albert and Stella Mae (Johnson) Drake, was born on November 13, 1952, in Kansas City, KS. Her childhood years were spent in Kansas City, where she received her education and graduated from Rosedale High School.     …

November 13, 1952 - March 18, 2020

James John Horst

Spencer, IA

   James (Jim) John Horst, son of Charles and Geneva Horst, was born on May 9, 1938 in Nobles County, MN.  In his early years, he received his schooling in Sanborn, IA.  After graduating high school, he enlisted into the U.S. Navy in September 1955.  He spent his time…

May 9, 1938 - March 17, 2020

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February 19, 2020 - March 16, 2020

Carol Louise Olson

Spencer, IA

MEMORIALS MAY BE MADE TO KAPPA KAPPA IOTA'S EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP FUND AND MAILED TO 729 AVE. B - REDONDO BEACH, CA 90277      Carol Louise Olson, the daughter of Verne and Loretta Van Buren, was born November 5, 1931 in Pawnee City, NE.  Carol attended elementary and high…

November 5, 1931 - March 16, 2020

Bruce Arthur Brigham

Everly, IA

     Bruce Arthur Brigham, the son of Arthur and Helen (Banks) Brigham was born on December 7, 1947 in Spencer, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Everly, IA area, where he attended school, and graduated from Everly High School in 1966.      Bruce married…

December 7, 1947 - March 16, 2020

Dale Robert James

Spencer, IA

Dale Robert James son of Carl and Adra (Litton) James was born on July 21st, 1934 in Fort Dodge Iowa. Dale attended grade school in Ruthven before moving to Lineville Ia. When Dale was able to drive, he returned to Ruthven to find his grade school sweetheart (Clara Hancock). Dale and Clara were…

July 21, 1934 - March 15, 2020

Lisa Michelle Loring

Aurelia, IA

     Lisa Michelle Loring, the daughter of Grover and Cheryl (Shipper) Reiser was born April 16, 1967 in Worthington, MN. Her childhood years were spent in the Everly, IA area, where she attended school and graduated from Everly High School in 1985. She then attended Spencer…

April 16, 1967 - March 15, 2020

Verlie Jean Amis

Greenville, IA

In Lieu of Flowers, memorials can be directed to the Greenville Congregational Church or the Clay County Fair.       Verlie Amis, daughter of Marvin and Orvilla (Prather) Schenatzki was born December 8, 1937 in Truesdale, IA.  Following her graduation, she attended…

December 8, 1937 - March 10, 2020

Jasen Petersen

Spencer, IA

 Jasen Allen Petersen the son of Rod and Pam (Johnson) Petersen, was born on March 3, 1975, in Spencer, Iowa. He was raised in Spencer and graduated from Spencer High School. Following graduation, he attended Iowa State University for a short time and then returned to Spencer. Jasen started…

March 3, 1975 - March 10, 2020

Wayne Bernard Halling

Spencer, IA

Wayne Bernard Halling, the son of John "Ernie" and Sybil (Dokken) Halling was born October 7, 1932 in Storm Lake, IA. He attended school in Storm Lake, IA, graduating in 1950. He attended Iowa State for 2 years and graduated from Buena Vista University with a BA in…

October 7, 1932 - March 7, 2020

Laurie Beth Peters

Spencer, IA

   Laurie Beth Peters, of Spencer, Iowa, passed away in a motor vehicle accident on Saturday March 7th, 2020 at the age of 59. Laurie was the daughter of Dorothy and Arnold Peters of Sutherland, Iowa. She attended school in Sutherland, graduating from Sutherland High School in…

October 18, 1960 - March 7, 2020

Belle Marie Cross

Bucksport, ME

     It is with great sadness but hope that the family of Belle Marie Cross announces her change in residence, from the earth to heaven.  Belle was a long-time resident of Webb, Iowa, and more recently a resident of Bucksport, Maine.  She died Saturday, March…

September 9, 1930 - March 7, 2020

Elaine Marlene Varnadore

Spencer, IA

     Elaine Marlene Varnadore, the daughter of Evert and Evelyn (Gungtum) Wahlstrom was born July 26, 1945 in Mitchell, SD. Her childhood years were spent in Mitchell, SD, Cherokee, IA, and Newell, IA where she graduated high school in 1963.      Elaine…

July 26, 1945 - March 1, 2020

Kenneth "Kenny" George Sandvig

Spencer, IA

     Kenneth, known as Kenny, was born September 21, 1936, in Rolfe, Iowa, the eighth child of George and Rose (Johnson) Sandvig.  Kenny was raised in Laurens, Iowa, where he received his education. He entered the United States Navy at a very young age, and served four…

September 21, 1936 - February 27, 2020

Sheila Rose Kassmeier

Spencer, IA

IN LIEU OF FLOWERS, A MEMORIAL FUND HAS BEEN ESTABLISHED BY THE FAMILY.      Sheila Rose Kassmeier, the daughter of Vernon and Mazy (Williams) Van Kleek, was born January 6, 1951 in Iowa City, IA.  Her childhood years were spent in the Spencer, Iowa area.  She…

January 6, 1951 - February 27, 2020

Niles William Swancutt

Spencer, IA

Niles William Swancutt was born at home on a farm near Riceville, Iowa on June 17, 1929 to Elby & Mary (Greeley) Swancutt. He attended rural schools through 8th grade and quit school in his freshman year to help out on the family farm when his father became ill.  He enlisted in the Army on…

June 17, 1929 - February 26, 2020

Lisa Galm

Covington, GA

Lisa Galm, was born August 5, 1958.  She received her early education and graduated from the Fulda High School in 1976.  Lisa continued her education at South West Minnesota State College in Marshall, MN graduating in 1981.  Following her graduation, she moved to Savannah, Georgia…

August 5, 1958 - February 21, 2020

Jerry Roger Coffman

Spencer, IA

Jerry Roger Coffman, the son of Jack and Florence (Mansmith) Ogle, was born November 20, 1935 in Carroll, IA.  He was raised in Arnolds Park, IA, where he attended school. Following his schooling, Roger enlisted with the United States Navy and served until his Honorable…

November 20, 1935 - February 16, 2020

Wayne Vern Paulsen

Spencer, IA

     Wayne Vern Paulsen, the son of Harry and Millie (Stricker) Paulsen, was born on May 7, 1932, in Hartley, IA. He grew up on a farm in Hartley and received his early education attending country school thru the 8th grade, and then graduating from Hartley High School in 1952.…

May 7, 1932 - February 15, 2020

James Lee Huston

Orange City, IA

     James Lee Huston, the son of Millard and Winifred (Daugherty) Huston, was born July 2, 1954 in Spencer, Iowa.  He was baptized at Grace United Methodist Church in Spencer.  Jim attended Riverton #4 Country School until it closed and then attended special classes…

July 2, 1954 - February 14, 2020

February 19, 1969 - February 14, 2020

Larry Harlan Classon

Spencer, IA

Larry Harlan Classon, the son of  and Ida (Theeler) Classon, was born April 7, 1949 in Blue Earth, MN.  His childhood years were spent in Blue Earth, MN until the age of 13, when he joined the circus.  He later joined the Army, where he served during VietNam from 1967 until his…

April 7, 1949 - February 13, 2020

Phyllis Jean Bielfeldt

Spencer, IA

     Phyllis Jean Bielfeldt, the daughter of James Hugh and Inez Pauline (Bakke) Fraser, was born November 28, 1924 in Greenville, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent in Greenville, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Greenville Consolidated Schools in…

November 28, 1924 - February 12, 2020

February 24, 1980 - February 10, 2020

Dorothy "Dottie" Marie McEntee

Spencer, IA

Dorothy "Dottie" Marie McEntee, the daughter of Bernard Matthew and Margaret Corsini Murray Steffen, was born May 5, 1923, in the Kingsley area.  The family moved to the Spencer area at a young age.  She received her early education and graduated from Spencer High School in…

May 5, 1923 - February 9, 2020

Louise Annette Gross

Spencer, IA

Louise Annette Wilson Gross, 93, passed away Saturday, February 8,  2020 at Longhouse Care Center in Spencer, Iowa. Louise was born on a farm near Gilmore City on July 27, 1926 to Carl and Clara Wilson. Louise was a middle child and had an older brother, Leonard, and a younger sister, June.…

July 27, 1926 - February 8, 2020

Juanita "Sally" Pauline Peterson

Spencer, IA

     Sally was born on the family farm in O'Brien County, Iowa, to Floyd and Alma (Dorr) McQueen, on August 1,1929. She was baptized at Trinity Lutheran Church, rural Marcus. Sally was later confirmed at Grace Lutheran Church in Primghar. She received her education at Archer…

August 1, 1929 - February 8, 2020

Douglas Dean Duitsman

Spencer, IA

     Douglas Dean Duitsman, son of Donald Lewis and Doreen (Luehring) Duitsman, was born on October 22, 1956 in Spencer, Iowa. His early childhood years were spent in Ames, Iowa. His family moved back to Spencer, Iowa in 1966. He graduated from Spencer High School in 1974.  …

October 22, 1956 - February 7, 2020

Timothy Ian Myers

Milford, IA

   Timothy Ian Myers, son of the late Irvin Dwane (Red) Myers and Ruth Francis (Hanna) Myers was born on June 18, 1953, in Spencer, Iowa.  His early childhood years were spent on a farm southwest of Ruthven, Iowa, until his parents moved to Spencer, Iowa.  After moving to…

June 18, 1953 - February 7, 2020

Helen Ruth Dillard

Dickens, IA

Helen Ruth (Ingram) Dillard, the daughter of Ray and Agatha (Hilsabeck) Ingram, was born August 3, 1925, in rural Dickens, Iowa. She began her childhood education in a small country school, Logan Center School, near her home. When the school was closed, she continued her education at the Dickens…

August 3, 1925 - February 5, 2020

February 8, 1986 - February 5, 2020

Michael Duane Schomaker

Spencer, IA

     Michael Duane Schomaker, the son of Delbert and Mabel (Miller) Schomaker was born June 15, 1949 in Spencer, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Spencer area, where he attended school and graduated from Spencer High School.      Mike attended brick…

June 15, 1949 - February 4, 2020

John Michael Unrau

Spencer, IA

John Michael Unrau, the son of John Mervel and Sue Elizabeth Russell Unrau, was born July 27, 1939 in Des Moines, IA.  John received his education and graduated from Spencer High School in 1958.  He continued his education at Buena Vista College, University of Iowa and Mankato State with…

July 27, 1939 - February 1, 2020

Steven Robert DePauw

Spencer, IA

          Steven Robert DePauw, the son of Norbert and Rosemary (Augustine) DePauw, was born on July 28, 1958 in Slayton, MN. He was raised and received his early education there, graduating from Slayton High School. Following graduation, he entered into the…

July 28, 1958 - January 30, 2020

Alvin George Schnider

Spencer, IA

     Alvin George Schnider, the son of Matt and Daisy (Nelson) Schnider, was born on November 23, 1934 in Lakefield, MN. He was raised and received his education in Everly, graduating in 1953.   Following high school, he entered into the US Army. He served active duty for…

November 23, 1934 - January 29, 2020

Frank Steven Sykora

Spencer, IA

     Frank Steven Sykora, the son of Albert and Katherine (Miller) Sykora was born May 7, 1947 in Iowa City, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Des Moines, IA area, where he attended school, and graduated from East Des Moines High School. He received his accounting degree…

May 7, 1947 - January 25, 2020

Betty Louise Rhode

Spencer, IA

Betty Louise Rhode, the daughter of Warden and Hazel (Smith) Patrick was born January 30, 1928, in Coon Rapids, Iowa.  She graduated from the Little Cedar High School.  She furthered her education at Iowa State University for one year and graduated from Iowa State Teachers College with a…

January 30, 1928 - January 24, 2020

September 17, 1943 - January 19, 2020

Virginia Ruth Heikens

Spencer, IA

Virginia Ruth Heikens, the youngest daughter of John and Nora (Phipps) Miller, was born July 9, 1928 in Hartley, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent near Hartley, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Hartley High School as class Valedictorian, following graduation she…

July 9, 1928 - January 12, 2020

Esther Jalas

Sutherland, IA

     Esther Jalas, the daughter of Jay and Agnes (Kaiser) Duncan was born March 2, 1927 near Hartley, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Sutherland, IA area, where she attended country school and graduated from Sutherland High School.      Esther…

March 2, 1927 - January 8, 2020

Allan Hilpert Stinson

     Allan H. Stinson, 56 of Spencer passed away Saturday, January 4, 2020 at Avera McKennan Hospital in Sioux Falls SD, surrounded by family after a long courageous battle with COPD.        Allan was born September 30th, 1963 in Onawa, IA to Harvey and Doris…

September 30, 1963 - January 4, 2020

Ruth Lorraine Ness

Spencer, IA

     Ruth Lorraine Ness, the daughter of Joe and Minnie (Luze) Sweet, was born December 22, 1931 in Webb, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent in Webb, where she received her education in Webb schools.      Ruth married Alfred Ness on May 5,…

December 22, 1931 - December 29, 2019

LaVonne "Vonnie" B. Kruse

Spencer, IA

LaVonne B. Kruse (Vonnie), the daughter of John and Fannie (Dykstra) Bruns, was born August 29, 1925 in Sioux County, Iowa. She was a tag-along with 2 older sisters, Lois and Joan.  Vonnie attended country school through the 8th grade and moved with her family to Peterson, Iowa, where she…

August 29, 1925 - December 28, 2019

Hugh Wayne Johnson

Hartley, IA

Hugh Wayne Johnson, the son of Herman and Agnes (Moore) Johnson, was born on January 28, 1939 in Lake Park, Iowa. He was raised and received his early education in Moneta, graduating from Moneta High School in 1957.      On September 10, 1960, Hugh married Marlys Gruhn at the…

January 28, 1939 - December 25, 2019

Margaret Ann Doyle

Spencer, IA

Margaret Ann Doyle the daughter of Robert and Mary Farrell Munn, was born March 9, 1948 in Fort Dodge, Iowa.  She received her early education in Fort Dodge and later in Emmetsburg, Iowa where she graduated from Emmetsburg Catholic High School in 1966.  Margaret continued her education at…

March 9, 1948 - December 23, 2019

Kenneth (Sam) Heimgartner

Spencer, IA

     Memorials to the Alzheimer's Association in memory of Ken (Sam) Heimgartner.  While Alzheimer's took Sam from us too early, his memory will live on in those of us he helped, coached, mentored, trained and loved.  Donations can also be made…

September 15, 1944 - December 22, 2019

Jermaine Mae Gadsby

Suitland, MD

Jermaine Gadsby, age 83, of Suitland, MD lived a full life.  She passed away peacefully on 12/22/19 as her earthly family gathered to celebrate Christmas with her, and is now in her eternal home with her Heavenly Father.  She was raised on a dairy farm in Wisconsin as the oldest of six…

May 1, 1936 - December 22, 2019

Marsha Lynn Heimgartner

Spencer, IA

A scholarship fund, started in memory of Marsha Heimgartner. Marsha taught in the Spencer community schools for 20 years, having also taught previously at other locations including West Point. In lieu of flowers, we would like this fund in honor of her life as an educator and benefit a Spencer High…

January 1, 1945 - December 21, 2019

Carol Marine Drake

Spencer, IA

Carol Marine Drake , the daughter of John and Clairbel (Bonnichson) Plueger, was born on November 29, 1921 in Craig, IA.  Carol married April 9, 1942, in Alexandria, MN. To this union a daughter, Weyvon Charlene Drake was born. Throughout their married life they lived in Kentucky, California…

November 29, 1921 - December 16, 2019

Verla Ruby Klaessy

Spencer, IA

     Verla Ruby Ayres Klaessy, was born to Verla Mildred (Brewer) and Ralph Ayres on March 9, 1929, near Gillett Grove, IA. She grew up on a farm near Spencer and went to Harmony country school. She attended high school in Greenville and Spencer, graduating in 1946. She then went on…

March 9, 1929 - December 16, 2019

Jeriann Golden-Smith

Spencer, IA

   Jeriann 'Annie' Golden-Smith, the daughter of Jerry and Marge (Wilberding) Golden, was born April 1, 1954, in Logan, Iowa.  She lived in the communities of Magnolia, Iowa, Blencoe, Iowa, Washta, Iowa, Marcus, Iowa, and Round Lake, Minnesota, before moving to Spencer,…

April 1, 1954 - December 12, 2019

Steve Thomas Podrovitz

Spencer, IA

Steve Thomas Podrovitz, son of Stefan Podrovitz and Ola (Slaton) Podrovitz, was born September 12, 1943, in Quanah, Texas.  He attended Quanah High School met the girl next door, Jan, of 53 years. Steve served in the US Navy from 1961-1965, serving aboard the USS Mt Baker AE-4 in a fleet in…

September 12, 1943 - December 11, 2019

Martha Ione Rhodes

Spencer, IA

Martha Ione Harrington Rhodes was born March 3,1928 to Euless and Celia Anderson Harrington in Truesdale, Iowa.    After the passing of her mother at the age of 9, the siblings were separated, Martha and her sister went to live with Charles and Margaret Shewell of Storm…

March 3, 1928 - December 9, 2019

Julia Marie Lineweaver

Spencer, IA

     Julia Marie Lineweaver, the daughter of Roy and Patricia (Beemer) Johansen was born September 18, 1955 in Hampton, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Hampton, Independence, and Spencer, IA areas. She attended Spencer schools and graduated from Spencer High School in…

September 18, 1955 - December 7, 2019

Service of Remembrance 2019

We light a candle of love... In celebration of the people... And the times... That were important in our lives.Many attended our Service of Remembrance Program held Thursday, December 5th, 2019 at the First Christian Church in Spencer. We would like to thank all those for their attendance and…

November 13, 2019 - December 6, 2019

Dale Victor Wacker

Hartley, IA

   Dale Victor Wacker, the eldest son of Carl and Helen (Philliph) Wacker, was born on the 4th of July 1929, near Hartley, Iowa. Dale attended country school and graduated from Hartley High School in 1948.      After graduation, Dale's first job was as a mud…

July 4, 1929 - December 3, 2019

Dorothy Delores Hinton

Spencer, IA

Dorothy Delores Hinton, the daughter of Clarence and Vera (Blankenship) Waddell, was born June 25, 1924 in Woolstock, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent in Hampton, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Hampton High School.      Dorothy married Robert…

June 25, 1924 - December 2, 2019

Phyllis Ann Abel

Spencer, IA

 Phyllis Ann Abel  Born: June 30, 1937   Died: December 2, 2019 Baptized:  July 25, 1937   Confirmed:  May 20, 1951   Christ The King Lutheran Church Spencer, Iowa December 6, 2019   2:00 p.m.        …

June 30, 1937 - December 2, 2019

Gordon Clemence Bruns

Spencer, IA

Gordon Clemence Bruns, the son of Clemence and Margaret (Westphal) Bruns, was born September 21, 1937 in Baker Township near Paullina, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent in Baker Township near Paullina, where he received his education at Baker Twsp. Country School, graduating from Paullina…

September 21, 1937 - November 30, 2019

Floyd Kenneth Nielsen

LaCrosse, WI

     Floyd Kenneth Nielsen, 93, of Holmen,WI, formerly of Cedar Falls and Spencer, IA, passed away at the Riverside Transitional Care Center in La Crosse, WI, on Friday, November 29th, 2019.       Floyd Kenneth Nielsen, the son of Axel Walter and Anna…

May 14, 1926 - November 29, 2019

Alice Marie Pack

Spencer, IA

     Alice Marie Pack, the daughter of Theodore and Mary (Elliott) Johannsen was born September 11, 1924, in Brewster, Minnesota. Her childhood years were spent on a farm in the Paullina, Iowa, area where she attended school and graduated from Gaza High School.    …

September 11, 1924 - November 28, 2019

Joanne Evelyn Koch

Spencer, IA

Joanne Evelyn Koch, the daughter of Melvin and Irma Ketelsen Humphrey was born September 29, 1930 in Spencer, IA.  Her childhood years were spent in Spencer, where she graduated from Spencer High School in 1948.  She went on to attend the University of Iowa.     …

September 29, 1930 - November 26, 2019

Phyllis Louise Schott

Spencer, IA

     Phyllis L. Schott, the daughter of Morris and Elsie (Syndergaard) Bailey, was born August 17, 1934 in Hartley, IA.  Her childhood years were spent in Royal, where she received her education, graduating from Royal High School.  She continued her education at Cedar Falls…

August 17, 1934 - November 26, 2019

Carl Eldon Crane

Spencer, IA

Carl Eldon Crane, the son of Harry and Rebecca (Henderson) Crane, was born September 29, 1928 in Dickens, IA.  His childhood years were spent in Dickens. Carl graduated from Gillett Grove in 1947.  After high school, he worked at H&N Chevrolet.      Carl married…

September 29, 1928 - November 26, 2019

Elaine Florence Crew

Spencer, IA

Elaine Florence Crew, the daughter of Raymond Jerry "Ray" Root and Florence Genevieve Olson, was born near Ruthven, Iowa on September 20, 1939. The family also lived for a couple of years in Minnesota and Oregon. They settled in the Los Angeles area in 1952, where Elaine graduated from…

September 20, 1939 - November 22, 2019

Harold Leslie Eninger

Spencer, IA

     Harold Leslie Eninger, the son of Keith and Rose (Svec) Eninger, was born March 14, 1927 in Middle Inlet, Wisconsin.  His childhood years were spent on a farm southwest of Spencer where he received his education, graduating from Spencer High School in 1945. …

March 14, 1927 - November 22, 2019

Ruth Mary Moermond

Sutherland, IA

Ruth Mary Moermond, the daughter of Peter and Mary (Dalhoff) Kohn, was born November 7, 1931, in Cherokee County, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent in Mary Hill and in Alta, Iowa, later moving to Hartley, Iowa, where she completed her education at Hartley High…

November 7, 1931 - November 19, 2019

Myrtle L. Lorenzen

Hartley, IA

     Myrtle Louise Lorenzen passed away early Sunday morning, November 17, at the Community Memorial Health Center in Hartley, Iowa. Myrtle was born on December 11, 1913. She was 105 years old.      She was born in Moneta, Iowa to Roy and Louise Pheteplace…

December 11, 1913 - November 17, 2019

Daniel Purl Johnson

Spencer, IA

Daniel Purl Johnson, the son of Jack and Lois (Rauhauser) Johnson, was born on January 29, 1952 in Spencer, IA. His childhood years were spent in the communities of Ruthven and Joliet, IL where he was baptized at the Hope Lutheran Church. The family then moved back to Ayrshire and eventually…

January 29, 1952 - November 17, 2019

Warner Carl Walrath

Spencer, IA

       Warner Carl Walrath, the son of Carl and Velma (Tillinghast) Walrath was born July 14, 1921 in Linn Grove, Iowa.  When Warner was an infant, his family moved to the family farm north of Peterson. He attended a one-room country schoolhouse for 8 years and…

July 14, 1921 - November 14, 2019

June 8, 1951 - November 13, 2019

Donald Eugene Cowell

Spencer, IA

Donald Eugene Cowell was born January 17, 1938 to Harley and Thelma (Powell) Cowell in Volney, Iowa. He was baptized and confirmed into the Methodist faith. He graduated from Waukon High School in 1957. Donald was united in marriage to Patricia Gass on January 10, 1958 in Decorah, Iowa. To this…

January 17, 1938 - November 12, 2019

September 12, 1962 - November 10, 2019

David Walter Lawrence

Spencer, IA

 David Walter Lawrence was born June 1, 1945, to Walter and Janine Lawrence, in South Buffalo, New York.  Educated there, in Holy Family Grammar School and Bishop Timon High School, he graduated in 1963.  He then went on to play two seasons of Junior "B" and Junior…

June 1, 1945 - November 10, 2019

G. "Roger" Arndt

Spencer, IA

G. Roger Arndt of Spencer, IA passed away at the age of 74 on November 9, 2019 in Spencer.  Roger was born in Sioux City, IA on January 6, 1945, the only son of Vanita M. and Gerald F. Arndt.       After spending his early years in Sioux City, the family moved to…

January 6, 1945 - November 9, 2019

Alice Lucille Wagner

Spencer, IA

THE FAMILY REQUESTS NO FLOWERS! Alice Lucille Wagner was born March 23, 1918 on her family's farm south of Larchwood, Iowa in Lyon county. She was the youngest child of John and Emma McCarty. Alice attended a nearby country school and then St. Mary's Catholic High School in Larchwood…

March 23, 1918 - November 6, 2019

Lawrence Donald Bendlin

Spencer, IA

     Lawrence "Larry" Donald Bendlin, the son of Clarence and Mary (Freeburg) Bendlin, was born on February 24, 1946, in  Spencer, Iowa. He was raised and received his early education here graduating from Spencer High School. Following graduation, he worked at…

February 24, 1946 - November 4, 2019

Margaret Ann Bohn

Spencer, IA

Margaret Ann Shea Bohn, the daughter of Walter and Maude (Viehmann) Shea, was born February 27, 1931 in Washington DC.  Her childhood years were spent in Washington DC, where she attended Nativity Catholic Academy.  Her family later moved to Chillicothe, Ohio,…

February 27, 1931 - November 4, 2019

Irvin George Maaland

Everly, IA

Irvin George Maaland, the son of George and Irene Simington Maaland was born February 5, 1944 in Spencer, IA. His childhood years were spent in Ruthven, IA where he was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran Church. After his sophomore year in Ruthven, Irvin moved to Sutherland, IA where he…

February 5, 1944 - November 1, 2019

Paul Stewart Stave

Spencer, IA

Paul Stewart Stave was born, March 16,1947 at his grandma Anna and grandpa Louis Stave's home in Sisseton, SD to Helen Pauline (Vollmer) Stave and Bennie Milton Stave. He spent his first years in Sisseton, and Kindred, SD and later lived in Circle, MT and Everette, WA where he graduated from…

March 16, 1947 - October 29, 2019

Raymond Earl Russell

Spencer, IA

     Raymond Earl Russell was born in Ida Grove, IA on January 19, 1950 to Edward and Ruth Janes Russell. He graduated from Spencer High School in 1969 and later took classes at ILCC. Raymond worked at Superior/Witco Manufacturing for many years. He also worked at Spencer…

January 19, 1950 - October 28, 2019

Wilmina "Mina" Fear

Okoboji, IA

     Wilmina H. (Mina) Fear passed away on Monday, Oct. 21, 2019 at Accura Healthcare of Spirit Lake. Funeral services will be held at Calvary United Methodist Church in Arnolds Park on Friday, Oct. 25 with burial that afternoon in Lone Tree Cemetery at Everly. Visitation takes…

June 12, 1924 - October 21, 2019

January 25, 1935 - October 21, 2019

Marion Howard Posthumus

Normal, IL

    Marion Howard Posthumus, the son of Gerrit and Bena (Holtrop) Posthumus, was born on May 1, 1932, in Sanborn, Iowa. He received his early education attending schools in Sanborn and Sheldon, graduating from Sheldon High School in 1949. After graduation he entered into the military on…

May 1, 1932 - October 20, 2019

Minnie Margaret Vance

Spencer, IA

Minnie Margaret Vance was born March 2, 1916 in Bronaugh. Mo to Asa and Pearl Smith Hair. She received her early education in Dickenson and Clay County Iowa rural schools,and attended high school at Okoboji Consolidated School. On August 17,1932 she married Charley Vance in Spirit Lake, IA They…

March 2, 1916 - October 18, 2019

Tyson Ray Zellaha

Spencer, IA

     Tyson Ray Zellaha was born May 3, 1988 to parents Shane and Diana Zellaha in Alliance, NE. Tyson was raised in Spencer, IA with his sister Shayna. He graduated from Spencer High School with the class of 2006. Before graduation, Tyson enlisted into the United States Marine…

May 3, 1988 - October 18, 2019

Circle of Care

Warner Funeral Home is sponsoring 'CIRCLE OF CARE', a six-week grief recovery support group for people grieving the death of a loved one. This group will begin at 6:30 p.m. on THURSDAY, OCTOBER 10TH and will continue each week through NOVEMBER 14TH at the Spencer Area Activity…

October 7, 2019 - October 15, 2019

Rebecca "Becky" Joan Bedsaul

Sutherland, IA

Rebecca Joan Bedsaul, the daughter of John and Darlene Short, was born on  December 11th, 1965 in Denison, IA. At a young age her family picked up and moved their lives to the beautiful town of Hope, Arkansas, after several years they returned to reside back in Denison, IA. Rebecca gave birth…

December 11, 1965 - October 15, 2019

Frank John Rose

Spencer, IA

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be directed to Grace United Methodist Church of Spencer, or Shriners Hospitals for Children.     Frank John Rose, the son of Marion and Nellie  (Barber) Rose, was born January 20, 1923 in Gillett Grove, Iowa.  At a young…

January 20, 1923 - October 14, 2019

Harry "Skip" Louis Ritchart

Royal, IA

     Harry Louis "Skip" Ritchart, the son of Harry and Jimmie Ritchart was born November 7, 1947 in Orlando FL. Skip's childhood was spent in Mallard, IA, until moving to Spencer, IA his junior year. He was baptized and confirmed member of Trinity Lutheran Church in…

November 7, 1947 - October 12, 2019

Wanda Mae Eninger

      Wanda (Taylor) Eninger was born January 27, 1926, in Osceola County near Sibley, Iowa, to Dallas B. and Alice M. Winkel Taylor.  As a child she contracted polio which caused her to start grade school at the age of seven.  She attended her first year of high school in…

January 27, 1926 - October 11, 2019

Frances May Florine

Sutherland, IA

  Frances May (Powell) Florine breathed her last on October 10, 2019 in Cherokee, Iowa. She was born May 30, 1923 in Sutherland, Iowa to Theodore and Julia (Sweeney) Powell, and lived almost all of her life in and around the community. She was baptized, had her first communion and was…

May 30, 1923 - October 10, 2019

Zerena Frances Dardis

Spencer, IA

Zerena Frances Dardis, was born on June 7, 1920 to Leslie Harlow and Lillie Mae Wirtz Simington in Dickens, Iowa. She spent her school years at Lake Center and Ayrshire graduating from Ayrshire High School in 1937.      On January 15, 1940, Zerena married Gilbert William Dardis…

June 7, 1920 - October 6, 2019

Marcene Gladys Briest

Spencer, IA

Marcene Gladys (Schultz) Briest died Sunday October 6, 2019 at her home in Spencer, Iowa.  A memorial service will be held at 11:00 am on Monday October 28, 2019 at Faith Lutheran Church, Spencer, with visitation beginning at 9:45 at the church. Born February 13, 1936 in Glencoe, MN, Marcene…

February 13, 1936 - October 6, 2019

Iva Lea Faulkner

Spencer, IA

     Iva Lea Faulkner, the daughter of Lee and Alice (Lawler) Johnson, was born May 23, 1929, in Dickens, IA. She was raised and received her early education in the Dickens, Gillett Grove, Greenville and Rossie areas, graduating from Greenville-Rossie High…

May 23, 1929 - October 5, 2019

Jay Dean Prange

Spencer, IA

     Jay Dean Prange, the son of Gerrit and Esther (Vander Schaaf) Prange, was born on June 15, 1945 in Nebraska.  He attended school in Sheldon and Spencer, graduating from Spencer High School in 1963.  As a child, Jay spent summers with Dick and Marie Minen working on the…

June 15, 1945 - October 5, 2019

Larry Duane Dotson

Spencer, IA

Larry was born on August 16th 1951 in Spencer, Iowa to Duane and Norma (Nelsen) Dotson.  He spent his childhood in Spencer, IA with his three younger siblings, Rod, Sharon, and Janet. Larry graduated from the Spencer High School in 1969.  On July 6, 1974, Larry married Joan Uhe and to…

August 16, 1951 - October 5, 2019

Dave Nissen

Spencer, IA

Dave Duane Nissen, the son of Harold C. and Gladys J. Johnson Nissen, was born November 16, 1955, in Spencer, Iowa.  Dave graduated from the Spencer High School in 1974.  He furthered his education at Buena Vista College in Storm Lake, Iowa.Dave worked as a meat cutter for 43 years at The…

November 16, 1955 - October 3, 2019

Theodore "Ted" Marvin Mincer

Bella Vista, AR

Theodore "Ted" Marvin Mincer, age 84 of Bella Vista, Arkansas passed away Wednesday, October 2nd at Northwest Medical Center surrounded by family.  Ted was born November 26, 1934 to Orlo and Winnie Mincer in Spencer, Iowa.   He graduated from Spencer High School in May of 1952.  On…

November 26, 1934 - October 2, 2019

Steven Henry Brons

Spencer, IA

       Steven Henry Brons, fourth child of Betty (Schmidt) and Henry Brons, was born in Sheldon, Iowa on August 13, 1955.  He grew up in northwest Iowa and graduated from Terril High School in 1973.         Steven served his country with…

August 13, 1955 - October 1, 2019

Shirley JoAnn Morrow

Castle Rock, CO

     Shirley JoAnn Morrow, the daughter of Harlan M. and Verna E. (Nelson) Syndergaard, was born on September 23, 1931 in Cedar Falls, IA. She lived on a farm southeast of Royal, IA and attended country school through the 8th grade. She spent her first year of high school in…

September 23, 1931 - September 30, 2019

Wendell Louis Keir

Spencer, IA

THE FAMILY REQUESTS NO FLOWERS!Memorials may be directed  to the Abben Cancer Center in Spencer, Iowa      Wendell Louis Keir, the son of Robert and Lana (Peeso) Keir, was born March 25, 1942 in Spencer, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent in Spencer.  He received…

March 25, 1942 - September 26, 2019

Curtis Clyde Runkle

Spencer, IA

     Curtis Clyde Runkle, son of Clyde and Effie Mae Crawford, was born June 21, 1921 in Clay County, Iowa.  Curtis grew up in the Moneta area, graduating from Moneta High School in 1939.      Curtis farmed until joining the Navy in 1942.  Curtis was a…

June 21, 1921 - September 26, 2019

July 12, 1927 - September 23, 2019

Gertrude "Trudy" Marie Wedel

Spencer, IA

    Gertrude "Trudy" Marie Wedel was born April 5, 1928 in Milford, IA to John and Josephine (Uhlenkamp) Reiman. Trudy was the youngest in a family of four girls and two boys. She grew up on a farm south east of Milford, where she helped her dad with the chores including…

April 5, 1928 - September 22, 2019

April 27, 1932 - September 21, 2019

Steven Fox

Spencer, IA

Steven John Fox, son of Stanley and Darlene (Reilly) Fox, was born on the 11th of February in 1968 in Sheldon, IA. His childhood years were spent as a Sheldon Orab where he excelled in swimming, track and field, wrestling and football. He went on to play college football and threw the shot put and…

February 11, 1968 - September 16, 2019

Klaas Dick Groen

Spencer, IA

     Klaas Dick Groen, the son of Benhard and Jennie (Nagel) Groen was born on February 26, 1936, near Rock Rapids, IA. He received his early education attending country school in Lyon County. After school, he worked for many area farmers.      Klaas married…

February 26, 1936 - September 16, 2019

Ronald Wayne Potter

Fostoria, IA

    Ronald Wayne Potter, the son of Dwight and Edith (Batt) Potter, was born November 13, 1934 in Algona, IA.  His childhood years were spent in Algona, IA and later Burt, IA until 1944. They moved to Fenton, IA in 1949, where he received his education, graduating from Fenton High…

November 13, 1934 - September 16, 2019

March 4, 1981 - September 13, 2019

Carlene Marie Nothwehr

Peterson and Arnolds Park, IA

THE FAMILY REQUESTS MEMORIALS IN LIEU OF FLOWERS PLEASE!Please make the memorials payable to:The Estate of Carlene Nothwehrc/o Robin Singer408 12th Avenue SWLeMars, IA 51031      Carlene Marie Nothwehr, the daughter of Carl and Shirley (Bruner) Struve, was born February 7, 1946…

February 7, 1946 - September 11, 2019

Arden Bernard Raveling

Peterson, IA

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established by the family.Arden Bernard Raveling, the son of Ben and Lena (Knox) Raveling, was born December 16, 1927 in Clay County, Iowa.  He was raised on a farm near Peterson, where he received his education, graduating from Peterson High…

December 16, 1927 - September 10, 2019

Jean (Tielbur) Halverson

Spencer, IA

Merla "Jean" Halverson, the daughter of Forrest and Margaret (Duis) Fink, was born April 14, 1940 in Rural Sibley, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent on a farm between Sibley and Little Rock, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Little Rock High…

April 14, 1940 - September 7, 2019

October 15, 1939 - September 6, 2019

Douglas "Digger" Cheevers

Spencer, IA

It is my privilege to tell you of the life of my husband, Digger! Digger was a giant of a man, that loved the Lord, his family, and kids, everybody's kids! Yes, at Foundation he was known as kid whisperer!  Douglas Jon Cheevers was born on April 21, 1949, to Howard Cheevers and Pearl…

April 21, 1949 - September 6, 2019

Norman Gene Vandehaar

Spencer, IA

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Spencer Sacred Heart Church, or the National Diabetes Association.  Since it was important to him, his children request that you recycle an old greeting card, add a cute note to it, and use the money you saved on a new card for a donation to…

July 18, 1928 - September 5, 2019

Norma Jean Raveling

Peterson, IA

In Lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established by the family. Norma Jean Raveling, the daughter of John and Serena (Norland) Plagman, was born January 1, 1932, in Clay County, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent in Peterson and later Linn Grove, Iowa, where she received her…

January 1, 1932 - August 30, 2019

Barbara Joan Dean

Spencer, IA

Barbara Joan Dean, the daughter of Gerald "Jerry" and Helen (Stanton) Dean, was born February 22, 1954 in Spencer, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent in Spencer.  Barb was a member of the VFW Spencerettes Drill Team during her school years and graduated from Spencer High…

February 22, 1954 - August 30, 2019

Richard Lee Jackson

Spencer, IA

Richard Lee Jackson, the son of Marion and Virginia (Bing) Jackson, was born on March 26, 1944 in  Storm Lake, IA. He was raised in the Newell, Jolley and then Albert City areas and attended high school in Rembrandt, graduating in 1963. Following high school, he farmed near…

March 26, 1944 - August 29, 2019

Violet Mae Mumford

Spencer, IA

           Violet Mae Larm-Mumford was born April 25, 1952. She was born in Royal, Iowa  to Arthur Willam Larm and Stella Mae Willis. Violet passed away suddenly on August 24, 2019.  Violet  has 3 sisters:  Nancy…

April 25, 1952 - August 24, 2019

Krystal Rose Marie Decker

Rembrandt, IA

Krystal Rose Marie Decker, age 56 of Rembrandt, Iowa passed away on Friday, August 23, 2019 at the Spencer Hospital in Spencer, Iowa.      Krystal was united in marriage to Bernard William "Bill" Decker on February 2, 1994 in Newell, Iowa.  They were blessed by…

March 20, 1963 - August 23, 2019

Jack Dean Krusenstjerna

Spirit Lake, IA

     Jack Dean Krusenstjerna the son of Russell and Bertha (Clampitt) Krusenstjerna, was born on March 16, 1920 in Battle Creek, Iowa. Jack grew up in Odebolt and attended school there until 1936 when the family moved to Sioux City, IA, where he attended Central High School.…

March 16, 1920 - August 20, 2019

Eula Marie Belken

Ruthven, IA

     Eula Marie Belken, the daughter of Orville and Loretta (Bennett) Utley was born November 11, 1944 in Spencer, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Spencer area, where she attended Spencer schools.      Eula married Dale Belken on April 7, 1961 in…

November 11, 1944 - August 17, 2019

Scott Leroy Moding

Spencer, IA

     Scott Leroy Moding, the son of Leslie and Irene (Grawet) Moding, was born on February 5, 1964, in Sioux City, Iowa. He grew up attending and graduating from Spencer High School in Spencer, Iowa in 1983. He was baptized and confirmed at First English Lutheran. After high…

February 5, 1964 - August 10, 2019

Ardyce Colleen Stevenson

Spencer, IA

Ardyce Colleen (Tuschoff) Stevenson 91, of Spencer, Iowa passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Saturday August 10th, 2019. She had resided for the past 2 years at Northshire Nursing Home in Spencer.      Ardyce was born July 10th, 1928 near Moneta, Iowa to Jens…

July 10, 1928 - August 10, 2019

Roger Henry Kruse

Peterson, IA

     Roger Henry Kruse, the son of Alvin and Clara (Berg) Kruse was born August 11, 1932, in rural Peterson, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Royal area where he attended school and graduated from Royal High School in 1951.  He attended Dana College in Blair, NE…

August 11, 1932 - August 9, 2019

Cleone Faye Farquhar

Spencer, IA

Cleone Faye (Klett) Farquhar, the daughter of Charles and Mabel (Hakeman) Klett, was born September 20, 1922 on a farm near Lake Park, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent on the farm, where she attended country school and later graduated from Everly High School in 1940.  After high…

September 20, 1922 - August 7, 2019

Donald Duane Paulsen

Emmetsburg, IA

     Donald Duane Paulsen, the son of John Carl and Matilda Alvina (Wede) was born on July 26, 1928, in Lone Tree Township, Clay County, IA. His childhood years were spent on a farm near Moneta, IA. He attended school in Moneta and graduated from Moneta High…

July 26, 1928 - August 5, 2019

Virgil Eugene Schmeling

Spencer, IA

     Virgil Eugene Schmeling, the son of Arthur and Rosa (Rambath) Schmeling was born May 30, 1931 near Cylinder, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Terril, IA area, where he attended school, and graduated from Arnolds Park High School in 1947.     …

May 30, 1931 - August 5, 2019

Beverly Carol Kenobbie

Spencer, IA

      Beverly Carol Kenobbie, the daughter of Wesley and Margaret (Porter) Bryan, was born January 7, 1940 in Spencer, Iowa.  She received her (1st - 12th grade) education at Greenville-Rossie Consolidated School.  In her younger years, Bev was involved in 4-H,…

January 7, 1940 - August 3, 2019

Thomas James Triplett

Sutherland, IA

Thomas J. Triplett, the son of James Eugene and Inez Burdeen (Haye) Triplett, was born June 16, 1934 in Primghar, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent in rural Sutherland, where he attended Waterman #1 Country School and finished his education at Sutherland Consolidated High School. After his…

June 16, 1934 - August 3, 2019

Tom Charles Steinkamp

Spencer, IA

       Thomas Charles Steinkamp, the son of Edward and Marjorie (Wittrock) Steinkamp, was born May 24, 1955, in Carroll, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent on the family farm near Wall Lake, Iowa. He received his education, graduating from Wall Lake High School.…

May 24, 1955 - August 2, 2019

Emmet Eugene Doyle

Royal, IA

The family has set up a memorial fund in his name and would appreciate  donating to the fund instead of flowers. Emmet Eugene Doyle, the son of Joseph and Ann (Mahan) Doyle, was born June 23, 1945, in Ayrshire, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent in Ayrshire where he received his…

June 23, 1945 - August 1, 2019

Darrell Eugene Woods

Spencer, IA

Darrell Eugene Woods, the son of Dale and Esther (Angle) Woods, was born May 8, 1941, in Britt, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent in Britt, France, and Germany where he received his education.  His family moved to America and settled in Spencer, Iowa, in…

May 8, 1941 - July 25, 2019

Elyjah James Nehman

Spencer, IA

     Elyjah James Nehman, the infant son of Rhys Nehman and Rebecca Updike passed away on Thursday, July 25 at the Spencer Hospital. He was preceded in death by his maternal great-grandmother, Glenda Updike, and great-grandfather, Robert Tesch; paternal great-grandfather, Dennis…

July 25, 2019 - July 25, 2019

Leola "Lee" Eleanor Tucker

Spencer, IA

      Leola "Lee" Eleanor Tucker, the daughter of Delor and Mable (DeMars) Franker was born July 4, 1922, in Royal, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Moneta, Iowa, area where she attended school.       Lee lived in Los…

July 4, 1922 - July 25, 2019

Julie Marie Huber-Benson

Harrisburg, SD

    Julie Marie Benson, the beloved daughter of Jerry and Gina (Bates) Huber, was born November 11, 1981 in Spencer, IA. Julie had a joyous personality, infectious laugh, and a perpetual inner light that shone forth for all to see. Her love of learning and science was her motivation to…

November 11, 1981 - July 25, 2019

Christopher Jon Gehler

Spencer, IA

     Known to many and loved by most also known as Daddy to me and Papa to my Babes will be missed more than words will ever describe.      Christopher was born in Mason City Iowa to Jan and Aug Gehler on March 24 1961 where he attended school until his early…

March 24, 1961 - July 22, 2019

Craig Irvin Woodall

Hartley, IA

    Craig Irvin Woodall, the son of Chris and Wanda (Snow) Woodall, was born on January 27, 1956, in Spencer, Iowa. He grew up attending and graduating from Clay Central in Royal, Iowa. He was a lifelong member of Bethlehem Lutheran Church where he was baptized and confirmed. After…

January 27, 1956 - July 21, 2019

Timothy Scott Nichols

Spencer, IA

     Timothy Scott NIchols born March 21, 1953 in Fort Dodge, Iowa died peacefully with family by his side in his home on July 21, 2019 after a short battle with cancer.  Left to cherish his memory, loving wife of 47 years, Claudia (Pfeiffer) Nichols, Brother David (Holly)…

March 21, 1953 - July 21, 2019

Blair Steven Bailey

West Okoboji, IA

Blair Bailey, the son of Frank and Blanche (Franker) Bailey was born September 14, 1951 in Cherokee, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent in Peterson where he received his education graduating from Sioux Valley High School in 1971.      He "studied…

September 14, 1951 - July 19, 2019

Mary Alice Plagman

Alta, IA

Formerly of Peterson     Mary Alice Plagman, the daughter of Peter and Etta (Thomas) Raveling, was born on March 7, 1926 on the family farm in Clay County, Iowa. She was raised and attended country schools near Peterson. She then went to Peterson High School graduating in 1943.…

March 7, 1926 - July 14, 2019

GladyLou "Lu" Rose Barnes-Norgaard

Spencer, IA

 The family would like to ask those attending the service to wear colorful, casual clothing instead of black. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established by the family.      Gladylou Rose "Lu" Barnes Norgaard, the daughter of Arthur and Sybil…

August 3, 1927 - July 13, 2019

Gary Lee Jungjohan

Sutherland, IA

    Gary Lee Jungjohan, the son of Clarence and Ida (Hass) Jungjohan was born February 15, 1941, in Cherokee, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Sutherland, Iowa, area where he attended country schools and graduated from Sutherland High School.     Gary started…

February 15, 1941 - July 10, 2019

Dale William Adolf

Everly, IA

Dale William Adolf, the son of Walter and Celestia Mesch Adolf, was born June 1, 1931 in Rural Hartley, IA.  He received his early education in country schools in Osceola County, IA.  Following his schooling, Dale entered the U.S. Army serving during the Korean War, he was honorably…

June 1, 1931 - July 9, 2019

Frank C. Parks

Spencer, IA

Frank C. Parks, the son of Guy and Mildred Flipsey Parks was born September 10, 1932 in Spencer, Iowa.  Frank received his early education at the Rossie School.      Frank married Bernice Marsh on December 27, 1949 in Spencer, Iowa.  They have celebrated 69½…

September 10, 1932 - July 8, 2019

December 30, 1936 - July 6, 2019

Marjorie Ann Lorenzen

Spencer, IA

Marjorie Ann Lorenzen, the daughter of Herman and Lillie (Spiegel) Helmers, was born in Sibley, Iowa, on March 20, 1934. She was raised and received her early education in Sibley, and then moved to Spencer in 1946 where she finished her education and graduated from Spencer High School in 1946.On…

March 24, 1934 - July 5, 2019

Larry "Lars" LeRoy Larson

Spencer, IA

Larry LeRoy Larson, the son of LeRoy Myles and Barbara Josephine (Fank) Larson, was born August 14, 1942, in Estherville, Iowa. He received his early education in Dolliver, and his graduating class was the last one to graduate from there. He loved sports and was a good basketball player. After…

August 14, 1942 - July 5, 2019

Bertha "Betty" Thomas

Spencer, IA

The family request memorials only - no flowers.       Bertha "Betty" Thomas, the daughter of Albert Guy and Lela Agnes (Ross) Lindley, was born November 10, 1924, in Orin, Wyoming.  Her childhood years were spent in Conway, Iowa, and she received her early education…

November 10, 1924 - July 4, 2019

Ms. Brady Jo Hare

Spencer, IA

     Brady Jo Hare was born in Walnut Grove, Minnesota, to Helen (Radtke) and Don Anderson on June 27, 1950. Brady attended school in Walnut Grove early in her childhood until graduating from Walnut Grove high school in 1968. As a child, she was given the honor of owning the small…

June 27, 1950 - July 2, 2019

Larry Keith Eckard

Spirit Lake, IA

Larry was born to Elmer and Rowena Eckard on January 10th, 1937.  His childhood years were spent in Milford, Iowa, where he received his education from Milford High School.  While at Milford he was involved in every athletic activity possible and dabbled in school plays (who knew). …

January 10, 1937 - June 27, 2019

James LeRoy Olson

Spencer, IA

      James LeRoy Olson, the son of Donald and Winifred Olson was born June 29, 1932, in Jackson County, Minnesota.       He graduated from the Royal High School in 1951. During his high school years, he worked for area farmers, drove school bus,…

June 29, 1932 - June 27, 2019

Colleen Ann Hermstad

Spencer, IA

Colleen Ann Hermstad, age 85 of Spencer, Iowa formerly of Sioux Rapids, Iowa died on Tuesday June 25, 2019 at her home. Private family burial services will be held at a later date in the Lone Tree Cemetery in Sioux Rapids, Iowa. Colleen Ann Hermstad, the daughter of Leland and Thelma (Banks)…

April 4, 1934 - June 25, 2019

Dawn Marie Tripp

Spencer, IA

     Dawn Marie Tripp, the daughter of Albert and Pamela (Taylor) Tripp was born May 10, 1963 in Spencer, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Spencer area, where she attended school.      Dawn enjoyed playing card games, watching soap operas, and being…

May 10, 1963 - June 24, 2019

Merlyn John Fell

Sanborn, IA

     Merlyn John Fell, the son of John and Viola (Schoelerman) Fell was born September 21, 1933 in Spencer, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Everly, IA area, where he attended school and graduated from Everly High School in 1951.      Merlyn…

September 21, 1933 - June 23, 2019

Lori Lee Cam

Spencer, IA

     Lori Lee Cam, the daughter of Larry and Ardis (Volkert) Buck, was born July 3, 1960 in Storm Lake, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent in Storm Lake, where she received her education.  Her family later moved to Spencer, where she continued her education,…

July 3, 1960 - June 23, 2019

Kenneth Gale Richardson

Spencer, IA

Of Spencer, Iowa formerly of Dickens                 Kenneth Gale Richardson, the youngest son of Eldon and Beulah (Fish) Richardson began his journey in life on October, 6, 1942, in Ames, Iowa.  His younger years were…

October 6, 1942 - June 20, 2019

John Louis Wittfoth

Spencer, IA

John Louis Wittfoth, the son of Louis and Violet (Behrends) Wittfoth, was born on October 10, 1952, in Pipestone, Minnesota. He was raised in Beaver Bay and received his early education in nearby Silver Bay, graduating from Silver Bay High School in 1972. He moved to Spencer in…

October 10, 1952 - June 19, 2019

Mardella Kathryn Durst

Cedar Falls, IA

 Mardella Kathryn Durst (Mardy), born May 20, 1927 in Palmer, Iowa to Reamer and Nelly (Reiter) Aden.  She passed away at NewAldaya in Cedar Falls, Iowa, Wednesday, June 19, 2019 at the age of 92.  She was baptized June 18, 1927 and confirmed in her Christian faith on March 29, 1942,…

May 20, 1927 - June 19, 2019

Billy Allen Cox

Sutherland

     Billy Allen Cox, the son of John and Doris (Wetherell) Cox was born November 19, 1955 in Spencer, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Peterson and Sutherland, IA areas, where he attended school and graduated from Sutherland High School in 1974.     …

November 19, 1955 - June 14, 2019

Douglas William Vodraska

Spencer, IA

Douglas William Vodraska was born March 19, 1963. Doug was born in Storm Lake, Iowa the son of Francis and Rita (Schreier) Vodraska.  Doug attended high school in Spencer, IA. On May 11, 2019 he married the love of his life Sherry Vodraska at Living Word Outreach in Spencer. They reside at his…

March 19, 1963 - June 13, 2019

Curtis Lee Dodge

Austin, TX

Curtis Lee Dodge, the son of Arnold and Marlene (Brawner) Dodge, was born September 6, 1960 in Spencer, Iowa. He enjoyed playing baseball and did not let his small size keep him from competing with the big boys.  His childhood years were spent in Spencer, Iowa, where he…

September 6, 1960 - June 11, 2019

William Biedenfeld

Peterson, IA

     In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established by the family.     William Biedenfeld was born March 31, 1928 to Carl and Josephine (Novak) Biedenfeld at Faulkton, SD.  They moved to Iowa when he was 2 years old to what was known as group 21…

March 31, 1928 - June 4, 2019

Betty Ann Sindt

Everly, IA

   Betty Ann Sindt, the daughter of Alvin and Marie (Berberich) Norman was born September 2, 1925 in Royal, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent in Royal, where she received her early education.  She later continued her education in Everly and graduated from Everly High…

September 2, 1925 - June 2, 2019

Jack Phillips

Linn Grove, IA

Windel 'Jack' Phillips, the son of Lewis and Marie (Thueson) Phillips was born October 28, 1934, in Minneapolis, Minnesota.  His childhood years were spent in the Greenville and Rossie areas where he received his education and graduated in 1952.  Following graduation, he continued his…

October 28, 1934 - May 30, 2019

Dorothy Eileen Redenbaugh

West Des Moines, IA

Dorothy Eileen Redenbaugh, the daughter of Howard and Nora Sutherland Steele, was born August 17, 1920 in Knoxville, Iowa.  She received her early education at the Highland Country School through 8th grade and then graduated from Knoxville High School.  Dorothy continued her education in…

August 17, 1920 - May 28, 2019

Carl "Swede" Norman Erickson

Peterson, IA

Carl "Swede" Norman Erickson was born on Parson Homestead Farm between Webb and Gillett Grove, IA on Jan 7, 1923.  He was born with pneumonia and almost died in infancy. He attended school in Webb and Sioux Rapids, IA.  After school, he married Ruth Essick before joining the…

January 7, 1923 - May 27, 2019

Elvinah Ann Davis

Spencer, IA

Elvinah (Thurston) Davis, was born March 23, 1921 in Spencer, Iowa, the daughter of Charles E. and Neenah (Bertelson) Thurston.  Elvinah grew up in Spencer, Iowa and graduated from Spencer High School in 1938.  After high school, she lived in Spencer and worked at the City Clerk's…

March 23, 1921 - May 27, 2019

Arlene Marie Roemmich

Sutherland, IA

     Arlene Marie Roemmich, the daughter of Jake and Janet (Van Wyne) Sneller, was born August 20, 1937 in rural O'Brien County near Sheldon, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent on a farm near Carmel, Iowa, where she received her early education at Platte #6 Country…

August 20, 1937 - May 26, 2019

Kenneth Lee Johannsen

Spencer, IA

   Kenneth "Kenny" Johannsen, 71, of Spencer, passed away Sunday, May 26, 2019, at his home surrounded by his wife Vicki of 47 years, daughter Toshia and son Ryan.  Kenny was born September 16, 1947 in Spencer, Iowa to Burdette "Friday" and Thelma…

September 16, 1947 - May 26, 2019

Michael James Brander

Brother of Barb Jorgensen Michael James Brander was born in Storm Lake, Iowa, on September 15, 1952, and passed away on Friday, May 24, 2019.   After high school, he lived in Denver, Colorado.  He was a U.S. Postal Service employee until the onset of cancer.  Michael often…

September 15, 1952 - May 24, 2019

Ralph Allen Kabrick

Spencer, IA

     Ralph Allen Kabrick was born May 5, 1947, in Spencer, Iowa, and passed away at his home in Spencer on May 22, 2019, at age 72. Ralph grew up playing with his sister Judy, his cousins, and the neighborhood children, riding bikes and playing ball. He attended Jefferson…

May 5, 1947 - May 22, 2019

Earl Vincent Peterson

Peterson, IA

Earl Vincent Peterson, long time resident of Peterson, IA, passed away and went to be with his Lord Jesus on Sunday, May 19, 2019.      Earl was active, along with his wife, Jean of 63 years, with a number of organizations in the local area. These included the Maple Grove and…

October 3, 1932 - May 19, 2019

Timothy "Tim" Neil Thomsen

Omaha, NE

     Timothy "Tim" Neil Thomsen, 71, originally of Spencer, Iowa, passed away May 18, 2019, in Omaha. He was born on April 12, 1948, in Spencer and graduated from Spencer High School in 1966. After graduating, Tim joined the U.S. Navy and served in the Vietnam War…

April 12, 1948 - May 18, 2019

Nikolas Ryan Harken

Spencer, IA

     Nikolas Ryan Harken was born in Spencer, Iowa to Kimberly and Bryan Harken on May 3rd, 1988.      Growing up, Nikolas attended Spencer Public Schools. In his childhood years he enjoyed sports, creating amazing artwork, and spending time with family and…

May 3, 1988 - May 14, 2019

Gary John Rogers

Alpine, CA

     Gary John Rogers was born in Estherville, Iowa on December 17, 1933 to Otto Rogers and Lucile Trullinger Rogers. Gary graduated from Spencer High School in 1953 and served in the United States Air Force from 1953 to 1957.      He married his high school…

December 17, 1933 - May 12, 2019

Dawn Renee Vodraska

Spencer, IA

Dawn Renee Kladstrup, the daughter of Dennis and Rita Kladstrup was born September 4th, 1961 in Spirit lake, Iowa.  Dawn received her education in Spencer graduating from Spencer High School in 1981. On July 2nd of 1987  she married the love of her life Joseph Vodraska. They lived in…

September 4, 1961 - May 11, 2019

Theresa Ann Paulsen

Spencer, IA

   Theresa "Terri" was born in Spencer to Ralph and Eva Ginger on March 8, 1938.  She went to grade school in Langdon and High School at Spencer High.  She graduated from Iowa State Teachers College in 1957 with a teaching certification, married Robert Engel of Lake…

March 8, 1938 - May 10, 2019

Winifred Louise Schoenewe

Spencer, IA

     Winifred Louise Cooper Schoenewe was born in Spencer, Iowa to Lynn and Loretta Harris Cooper on January 2, 1933.       Winnie attended public schools in Everly and Spencer and graduated from Everly High School in 1950.  She married Ron…

January 2, 1933 - May 10, 2019

Charin Marie Brockshus

Spencer, IA

Be Joyful in Hope, Patient in Affliction and Faithful in Prayer… Romans 12:12 Charin Marie Brockshus, age 80 of Spencer, Iowa passed away on Thursday May 9, 2019, at Community Memorial Health Center in Hartley, Iowa.  Charin Marie Woodrich was born on December 8, 1938, in West…

December 8, 1938 - May 9, 2019

Ronald Junior Roghair

Spencer, IA

     Ronald Junior "Shorty" Roghair, the son of Jacob and Mary (Rozeboom) Roghair was born October 5, 1937 in Sanborn, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Hartley, IA area, where he attended school, and graduated from Hartley High School in…

October 5, 1937 - May 3, 2019

Lois Arlene Carlson

Spencer, IA

Lois Arlene Carlson, the daughter of Oscar and Elvira Lundquist Peterson, was born April 20, 1929 in Aurelia, IA.  In 1936, her family moved to a farm near Moneta where she attended school and graduated from Moneta High School.  She continued her education at NBT in Sioux City,…

April 20, 1929 - May 1, 2019

Marlene Phyllis Butler

Arnolds Park, IA

     Marlene Phyllis Siedschlag, daughter of William and Doris (Nenow) Siedschlag, was born on November 29, 1938 in Norfolk, NE. She departed this life on Tuesday, April 30, 2019.      Marlene was baptized on January 1, 1939 by Pastor Albert Knoll and was…

November 29, 1938 - April 30, 2019

Peggy Marie Brock

Spencer, IA

Peggy Marie Brock, the daughter of Clarence and Esther Woods Heller, was born February 23, 1946 in Salmon, AR.  Her family moved to Fonda, Iowa where she received her early education and graduated from high school.      On October 26, 1974, Peggy married the love of her…

February 23, 1946 - April 28, 2019

Helen Laura Sheely

Spencer, IA

Helen Laura (Anderson) Sheely, the daughter of Elmer "GE" and Laura Jane (Stauffacher) Starr, was born July 12, 1920 in Iowa City, IA.  Her childhood years were spent in the LuVerne, IA area, where she received her early education.  When she was 8 years old her family moved to…

July 12, 1920 - April 26, 2019

Helen June Carrington

Peterson, IA

  Helen June Carrington, the daughter of Louis and Mary (Heick) Schultz, was born on June 30, 1917 in Peterson, Iowa. She was raised and attended Brooke School, where she graduated. She then attended Iowa State University where she obtained a BS Degree in teaching. Following college, she…

June 30, 1917 - April 24, 2019

Sharon Ann Knudtson

Fostoria, IA

     Sharon Ann Knudtson, the daughter of Leonard and Betty (Hanson) Beckmann, was born on April 1, 1955 in Pender, NE.  Her parents raised her in Bancroft, NE where she attended elementary, middle and high school.  During the summers as a child, and carrying…

April 1, 1955 - April 23, 2019

Sharon Lynn Small

Spencer, IA

           Sharon Lynn (Maranell) Small, the daughter of Marlin and Amy (Block) Maranell, was born on June 13, 1947 in rural Archer, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent in Sanborn, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from…

June 13, 1947 - April 23, 2019

Dorothy Evelyn Huberg

Royal, IA

Dorothy Evelyn (Zieman) Huberg, the daughter of William and Clara (Crowl) Zieman, was born May 5, 1915, on a rural Linn Grove farm, homesteaded by the family in 1872, six miles south of Royal.  Dorothy grew up with two brothers, Robert and Wendell.  She attended Willow Lawn Country School…

May 5, 1915 - April 18, 2019

Dale LeRoy Funk

Calumet, IA

      Dale LeRoy Funk, the son of James and Joanne (Solberg) Funk, was born November 20, 1959, in New Ulm, Minnesota. His childhood years were spent in the St. James, Minnesota area where he attended school.      Dale moved to Texas where he met and married Gayle…

November 20, 1959 - April 18, 2019

Suzanne Kathryn Rothmeyer

Spencer, IA

It is with great sadness that the family of Suzanne Kathryn Rothmeyer would like to state that her heart wore out from all the love she has given throughout her life on April 15, 2019.      Suzanne graced the world on August 3, 1947.  Suzanne was the 5th of 7 children of…

August 3, 1947 - April 15, 2019

Dr. Thomas Jacob Milleman

Glen Ellyn, IL

Dr. Thomas Jacob Milleman 78 of Glen Ellyn, Illinois passed away April 15, 2019 at Sunrise Assisted Living of Schaumburg, Illinois of complications of Lewy body disease.        Thomas was born January 5, 1941 in Spencer, Iowa the son of Anthony (Tony) and Helen…

January 5, 1941 - April 15, 2019

Jean Beverly Beving

Spencer, IA

Beverly Kohn was born January 17, 1925 to Wesley and Estella Kohn. She was raised on the family farm north of Spencer and attended the nearby one room school house, and then graduated from Spencer High School in 1942. She attended Hamline University in St Paul, Minnesota where she received a…

January 17, 1925 - April 14, 2019

Patricia Ann Johnson

Spencer, IA

Patricia 'Pat' Johnson, wife of Magnus Johnson. Pat was born on March 18, 1925 in Clay County. She was the second oldest of six children born to Omer and Marguerite (Parks) O'Hearn: Eugene O'Hearn, Pat, Joan Koenig, Janet Koenig, Janice Schultz, and Jacqueline Sorensen. Pat attended…

March 18, 1925 - April 12, 2019

Regina Harleman

Spencer, IA

Regina Christina Harleman, the daughter of Ralph and Margaret (Peters) Henkel, was born January 14, 1927, in Lincoln, Nebraska. She was raised and attended school in Spencer, Iowa, graduating in 1945.      Following high school, she worked at various places…

January 14, 1927 - April 11, 2019

Wayne Everett Carlson

Spencer, IA

Wayne Everett Carlson, the son of Clifton and Mildred (Shirbroun) Carlson, was born January 9, 1936 in Coon Rapids, IA.  His childhood years were spent in Webb, IA, where he received his education, graduating from Webb High School in 1953. After high school, he…

January 9, 1936 - April 10, 2019

Ilene Marie Sidles

Spencer, IA

Ilene Marie Sidles, the daughter of Thomas and Imogene (Nissen) Fries, was born November 25, 1947 in Estherville, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent in Graettinger, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Graettinger High School.       Ilene married…

November 25, 1947 - April 8, 2019

Robert "Bob" Ray Franker

Bondurant, IA

Robert Ray Franker, the son of Everette and Genevieve (Clift) Franker, was born March 24, 1929 in Royal, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent on a farm NE of Royal, where he attended country schools for 8 years.  He later graduated from Royal High School in…

March 24, 1929 - April 5, 2019

Vivian Mae Allen

Spencer, IA

Vivian Mae Thompson was born, Wednesday, April 10, 1929 to Ruby M. Mumford and Thomas Lee Thompson in Pauls Valley, OK.  She was the oldest, having one younger sister.  Her father died at a young age.  Vivian was raised with the help of her grandparents and…

April 10, 1929 - April 3, 2019

Donna Eujean Johnson

Maple Grove, MN

     Donna Eujean Johnson, was born on October 8, 1935, in Diamond Lake Township, Dickinson County, Iowa, to Harold and Beatrice (Krumm) Wieneke.  Donna was an immensely kind and loving person who found the most joy in this world in caring for others, including her children, her…

October 8, 1935 - March 31, 2019

Glenda Faye Rahbusch

Sutherland, IA

Glenda Faye Rahbusch, the daughter of William and Alvie (Dau) Frerk, was born June 25, 1940 in O'Brien County, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent in Sutherland, where she received her education graduating from Sutherland High School in 1958.  After her schooling, she worked for…

June 25, 1940 - March 28, 2019

Thora Louise Grover

Spencer, IA

Thora Louise Johnson Grover was born April 19, 1919 to Harry and Lulu (Scharnberg) Ott at their rural home. She was the youngest of 5 siblings including four brothers, Emmert, Allen, Ervin and Waldo (Wally). In 1923 Thora started school at Center School in Waterford…

April 19, 1919 - March 27, 2019

Alfred "Al" John Tielbur

Spirit Lake, IA

     Al was born on a farm outside of Webb, Iowa on June 4, 1927 to John and Vera (Hurley) Tielbur. He was the second of five children and was raised to be a hard worker (with a dash of prankster to keep his sisters on their toes). At age 18, he was drafted into the US Army during…

June 4, 1927 - March 26, 2019

Steve Vern Wright

Spencer, IA

    Steven Vern Wright, the son of Vern and Vivian (Carlson) Wright, was born August 17, 1952 in Storm Lake, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent in the Sioux Rapids, Dickens and Spencer areas, where he received his education, graduating from South Clay High…

August 17, 1952 - March 26, 2019

Darrel Dean Madson

Spencer, IA

     Darrel Dean Madson, the son of Carl and Pearl (Fitsimmons) Madson was born on June 30, 1938, in Spencer, Iowa. He went to school at Cornell Consolidated and graduated in 1956. He attended college at Iowa State University part of one year. Darrel enlisted in the Armed Forces…

June 30, 1938 - March 25, 2019

William J. Myers

Dickens, IA

     William J. Myers was born in Gillett Grove, Iowa, to Roy and Olivia Myers on March 6, 1935.  He received his early education and graduated from Gillett Grove Hill Toppers.  At graduation, Bill was offered several full ride basketball scholarships but he chose to…

March 6, 1935 - March 23, 2019

Alene Denise Steelman

Spencer, IA

     Alene Denise Steelman, the daughter of Lymon and Wilma (Jones) Eaton was born September 1, 1954 in Laurens, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Marathon, IA area, where she attended school and was the last class to graduate from Marathon High School. She attended Buena…

September 1, 1954 - March 21, 2019

Mavis Helen Stoner

Peterson, IA

Mavis Helen (Olson) Stoner was born May 7, 1928 at Marathon, Iowa to Clifford and Helen (Chindlund) Olson.  She was baptized as an infant and confirmed in her hometown church.  Mavis was reared in the home of her fraternal grandparents, John and Helen Olson, for whatever reason, to her…

May 7, 1928 - March 19, 2019

Harper Ann Gilmore

Spencer, IA

     Harper is survived by:  Her mother, Jennifer Huisenga and her father, Levi Gilmore. Her maternal grandfather, Charles Huisenga. Maternal great grandmother, Marlene Gerdes, and lots of aunts, uncles and cousins. Paternal grandparents, Renee and Paul Freeman and John and…

March 19, 2019 - March 19, 2019

Iris Kathleen Hanson

Spencer, IA

     Iris Carpenter Hanson, the daughter of C. Paul and Ruth (Foster) Carpenter, was born December 14, 1927, on a farm southwest of Dickens.  She received her early education in rural schools in Clay County and attended high schools at Dickens, Gillett Grove, and Lake Township,…

December 14, 1927 - March 18, 2019

Deloris Hazel Riley

Spencer, IA

Deloris Hazel Riley, the daughter of William and Mildred (Vogt) Plagge) was born on July 9, 1933 in Denison, Iowa. She was raised and attended school at Zion Lutheran School.      On December 25, 1951, she was united in marriage to Richard Riley in Chariton, IA. Following…

July 9, 1933 - March 17, 2019

Vivian E. Geidl

Spencer, IA

Vivian E. Geidl, the daughter of Lawrence and Etta Belle (Dawson) Quist, was born April 4, 1928, in Milford, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent in Spencer, Iowa, where she received her education at Spencer Schools.       Vivian married Milton "Burdette"…

April 4, 1928 - March 16, 2019

Anna Lillian Spiess

Spencer, IA

Anna Lillian Spiess, the daughter of John and Emma (Anderson) Gunnarson, was born July 27, 1917, in Alta, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent in the Webb, Iowa, area where she received her education at the Webb School and spending her senior year at Marathon High School, graduating in…

July 27, 1917 - March 15, 2019

Jamie Lee Huber

Spencer, IA

     Jamie Huber, the son of Ronald and Lucille (Laumb) Huber, was born April 17, 1970 in Tioga, ND. Jamie attended elementary school in Westhope, ND. He attended junior high and high school in Minot, ND, where he graduated from Minot in 1990. After high school, Jamie moved to…

April 17, 1970 - March 11, 2019

David Joe Arnold

Spencer

    David Joseph Arnold, the son of Bernard and Jeannette (Maurer) Arnold was born January 14, 1936 in Spencer, IA. His childhood years were spent in Sioux City, IA and Wakefield, NE, where he attended school.      David married Patricia Eaton, they later…

January 14, 1936 - March 10, 2019

Josephine Alice Beving

Spencer, IA

 Josephine Alice Beving, the daughter of Alfred and Bertha (Speed) Simonsen, was born on April 29, 1940 in Sioux Rapids, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Arnolds Park.  She attended school in Arnolds Park and also in Milford. She graduated from Arnolds Park High School. After…

April 29, 1940 - March 10, 2019

January 14, 1936 - March 10, 2019

DyAnn Delores Getting

Spencer, IA

     DyAnn Delores Getting, the daughter of H. Wayne and Neva Olhausen Tibbetts, was born January 28, 1941 in Hartley, IA.  DyAnn attended school and graduated from Hartley High School in 1959.  After high school, DyAnn continued her education at Buena Vista College where…

January 28, 1941 - March 7, 2019

Brian Keith Rittenhouse

Spencer, IA

Brian Keith Rittenhouse, the son of Michael Rittenhouse and Barb Baysinger, was born March 10, 1963 in Heidelberg, Germany.  Brian grew up and received his education in Spencer, Iowa.      Brian married Lauri Ostermann in July of 1983.  In August of 1987, Brian…

March 10, 1963 - March 3, 2019

September 25, 1946 - March 1, 2019

Kenneth Edward Selzer

Scottsbluff, NE

Kenneth Edward Selzer, 88, died at the Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff, Nebraska on February 28, 2019. Ken was born on June 4, 1930 in Clay County, Iowa. Ken was raised in the Peterson and Spencer, Iowa area by his mother Irma Viola (Blackmer) and father George Conrad Selzer. Ken…

June 4, 1930 - February 28, 2019

Melba May Medsker

Spencer, IA

     Melba May Medsker, the daughter of Dell and Mabel (Fields) Tibbetts, was born on September 14, 1930, in Peterson, Iowa. She was raised and attended school there, graduating from Peterson High School.       She married Daryl "Bud'…

September 14, 1930 - February 27, 2019

Jack Michael Slaymaker

Spencer, IA

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established by the family. Jack Slaymaker, the son of Russell and Charlotte (Peacock) Slaymaker, was born April 13, 1947, in Spencer, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent in Spencer where he received his early education, graduating from Spencer…

April 13, 1947 - February 26, 2019

Daniel Joseph Kinlen

Spirit Lake, IA

     Daniel Joseph Kinlen, the son of James II and Viola (Schweder) Kinlen was born on December 27, 1954 in Milwaukee, WI.  He grew up in Naperville, IL and attended high school at Loyola Academy and college at the University in Evansville. He enlisted in the U.S. Army in…

December 27, 1954 - February 23, 2019

Sue Krebs

Spencer, IA

  Leah Susan Krebs, "Sue", left this world on February 21, 2019, but her larger-than-life persona and trademark humor will not be forgotten.  She will be missed by many but most of all, Folgers Coffee, who is devastated by the loss of Sue.      Born…

September 13, 1946 - February 21, 2019

Angela Lashbrook

Spencer, IA

Angela Ellen Lashbrook, daughter of Connie (Fitzloff) Sams, was born January 5, 1965, in Spencer, Iowa. After graduating from Albert City-Truesdale High School in 1983, she spent some time in Arizona. Angie received her associate of science degree in retail marketing management from Iowa Lakes…

January 5, 1965 - February 21, 2019

Norma Lee Remillard

Spencer, IA

Norma Lee Remillard, the daughter of Thomas and Nannie Haney Caskey, was born November 2, 1923 in Jackson, MN.  Her early education was received in Spirit Lake where she graduated from the Spirit Lake High School in 1942.      Norma married Cecil Howard Remillard on…

November 2, 1923 - February 19, 2019

Hope Marie Wilken

Everly, IA

  Hope Marie Wilken, the daughter of Hans and Lillian Meelhause Dwinger, was born December 10, 1933 in Hartley, IA.  She received her early education in Country Schools and later graduated from Everly High School in 1951.      Hope married John Wilken on March 6,…

December 10, 1933 - February 17, 2019

Marilyn Jean Pettit

Spencer, IA

      Marilyn Jean Pettit, the daughter of Lester and Lucile (Groves) Welch was born on June 18, 1928, in Arnolds Park, Iowa.  On December 1, 1952, Marilyn married Clifford Pettit in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.  They lived in Everly until 1966 when they moved to…

June 18, 1928 - February 15, 2019

Jay Everett Prather

Spencer, IA

Jay Prather of Spencer, Iowa, passed away unexpectedly on February 14, 2019, at his home.    Jay Everett Prather was born April 28, 1959, to Virgil and Darlene (Amis) Prather in Spencer, Iowa.  He graduated from Spencer High School in 1977, and from Iowa Central Community College in…

April 28, 1959 - February 15, 2019

James Franklin Kerns

Spencer, IA

A memorial fund has been established by the family.       James Franklin Kerns, Sr., the son of Elery and Sylvia (Parker) Kerns, was born February 5, 1943, in Cushing, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent in the Washta and Quimby, Iowa, area where he received his education,…

February 5, 1943 - February 14, 2019

Larry Craig VanWesten

Spencer, IA

   Larry Craig VanWesten, the son of Lawrence and Harmina (Risius) VanWesten was born April 25, 1953 in Sibley, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Sibley area, where he attended school and graduated from Sibley High School.      Larry has worked for Auto Glass…

April 25, 1953 - February 9, 2019

Richard Arlin Culver

Spencer, IA

Richard Arlin Culver, the son of Arlin and Mildred Davis Culver, was born July 9, 1964 in Spencer, Iowa.  He received his early education and graduated from Spencer High School in 1983.  Rich continued his education at Iowa Lakes Community College in Emmetsburg, Iowa. …

July 9, 1964 - February 4, 2019

Dixie Jean Rigby

Spencer, IA

    Dixie Jean Rigby, the daughter of Paul and Elsie (Koenen) Zierke was born December 9, 1945 in Worthington, MN. Her childhood years were spent in Worthington, where she attended school. She was baptized and confirmed at St. Matthews Lutheran Church. Dixie had polio at a young age…

December 9, 1945 - February 3, 2019

Jacquelyn Ruth Peterson

Spencer, IA

Memorials may given to the family of Jacquelyn Peterson and mailed to:Warner Funeral Home225 W. 3rd St.Spencer, Iowa 51301Please indicate on the envelope: Memorial-Jacquelyn Peterson Jacquelyn Ruth Peterson, the daughter of Leonard and Clara (Pettit) LeClair, was born March 12, 1937 in Everly,…

March 12, 1937 - January 30, 2019

Terry Lee Falline

Spencer, IA

    Terry Lee Falline, the son of Kenneth W. and Ella Mae (Peppmeier) Falline, was born May 14, 1949, in Spencer, IA. He was raised and attended school here, graduating from Spencer High School. Following graduation, he entered the military on October 8, 1968, serving in the U.S.…

May 14, 1949 - January 30, 2019

Lillian Mae Meyer

Winterset, IA

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established by the family. Lillian Mae Meyer, the daughter of Wesley and Genevieve (Plaine) Louter, was born January 8, 1930 in Spencer, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent in the Spencer area, where she received her education, graduating from…

January 8, 1930 - January 30, 2019

Eileen Rachel Krambeck

Ankeny, IA

     Eileen Rachel Krambeck, the daughter, of Earl and Amanda (Nelson) Howard, was born January 26, 1922 in Ola, South Dakota.  Her childhood years were spent in Chamberlain, SD, where she grew up on a farm, and received her education, graduating from Chamberlain High…

January 26, 1922 - January 28, 2019

Betty Lou Warren

Spencer, IA

Betty Lou Warren, the daughter of Lyle and Lorene (Crouch) King, was born near Royal, IA, where she was raised and attended country school before the family moved to Everly where she finished her schooling, graduating in 1957.      On October 31, 1958, Betty married Clifford…

May 27, 1937 - January 27, 2019

Ralph Norman Selzer

Dickens, IA

Ralph Norman Selzer was born on September 1st 1932 in Peterson Iowa. He was the 6th of 9 children born to George and Irma (Blackmer) Selzer. He spent his youth on the family farm near Spencer Iowa where he received his education, graduating from Spencer High School. After graduation he entered the…

September 1, 1932 - January 26, 2019

Carol Lucille Albers

Royal, IA

Carol Lucille Albers was born February 8, 1923 on a farm near Fostoria, Iowa to Luther and Orpha (Allen) Shatto. Carol attended country school and graduated from Spencer High School in 1942. Following graduation, Carol was the assistant manager of F.W. Woolworth, a five-and-dime in Spencer, a…

February 8, 1923 - January 25, 2019

Cole Allen Millard

Spencer, IA

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Cole's name.      Cole Allen Millard, the son of John Millard and Dena Wintz was born July 14, 1995, in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Milford, Iowa area. He attended Okoboji Schools, graduating…

July 14, 1995 - January 23, 2019

Tyrus "Ty" Raymond Fideler

Spencer, IA

A memorial fund has been established by the family with the Spencer Family YMCA.  More information can be found at www.spencerymca.org.  To make a donation, check or money order may be mailed to:Spencer Family YMCAP.O. Box 212Spencer, IA  51301 Tyrus Raymond Fideler was born April…

April 11, 1929 - January 22, 2019

Wayne Elbert Calhoon

Spencer, Iowa, IA

Wayne Elbert Calhoon, the son of Ross and Nellie (Reed) Calhoon, was born August 29, 1936 in Page County, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent near Shambaugh, Iowa in Page County, where he received his early education at Linn Point Grade School and later graduated…

August 29, 1936 - January 20, 2019

Virginia "Ginny" Ione Brinkley

Spencer, IA

Virginia (Ginny) Ione (Gosch) Brinkley was born on September 3, 1923 in Omaha, NE.  Virginia was called to her heavenly home on January 20, 2019 at the Spencer Hospital. Virginia was the third child born to Henry Peter and Josephine Emma (Greve) Gosch.  At three days of age,…

September 3, 1923 - January 20, 2019

Mary Jane Parsons

Webb, IA

     Mary Jane Parsons was born September 1, 1931 at the home of her parents, Thomas F. and Esther (Gunnarson) Saunders on College St. in Peterson, IA, where she spent the first 21 years of her life. Upon graduating from Peterson High School in 1949, she enrolled at Iowa State…

September 1, 1931 - January 20, 2019

Lowell Watters

Milford, IA

     Lowell Elvis Watters son of Helma Katherine Kruse and Daniel Elvis Watters was born on December 16th, 1920 in Hartley, IA. He spent his youth there graduating in 1939 from the Hartley Community School. Lowell went on to serve his country in WWII in the Army from 1942 to…

December 16, 1920 - January 17, 2019

Karen Kay Manley

Spencer, IA

     Karen was born on January 20, 1951 to Donald and Jean Denny of Hartley, Iowa.  Growing up, Karen helped on the farm and tormented her younger brother Bruce.  She began her education in a one room school house near the family farm and later completed her education…

January 20, 1951 - January 17, 2019

Rick Allen Dietrich

Spencer, IA

       Rick Allen Dietrich, the son of Alvin Dietrich and Mary Grover, was born on March 5, 1959, in Emmetsburg, Iowa. The family moved to Everly during his middle school years, where he attended school and graduated from Everly High School in 1977. While in high…

March 5, 1959 - January 13, 2019

Alma "Jeanie" Jean Berends

Spencer, IA

Alma Jean "Jeanie" Berends, the daughter of George and Lillian Voogd Lorenz, was born in Sheridan, Wyoming, where she grew up.  Her family moved to Iowa when she was 15. Jeanie graduated from the Spencer High School in 1955.      Jeanie married Eugen Pooler in…

April 13, 1936 - January 11, 2019

August 1, 1952 - January 6, 2019

Susan Lee "Koehnk" Decker

San Miguel de Allende, Mexico

     Susan Lee Decker, the daughter of Alvena and Ray Koehnk, was born on April 8, 1960 in Hartley, IA. She grew up in Everly, IA and graduated from Everly Community High School in 1978. After graduation she attended the University of Iowa and later lived in Houston, TX, Ft.…

April 8, 1960 - December 31, 2018

Edwin Geerdes

Spencer, IA

      Edwin Theodore Geerdes passed away on December 28, 2018, at the age of 94.       He was the second son of John B. and Jennie (Reents) Geerdes and was born January 29, 1924, on the farm south of Everly, Iowa.  He attended Everly Community…

January 29, 1924 - December 28, 2018

Russell Eugene Christensen

Royal, IA

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established by the family. Russell Eugene Christensen was born November 29, 1927 on a farm near Royal, Iowa to Elizabeth (Jensen) Christensen and John "Edward" Christensen. Russ graduated from Royal High School, began farming with his father, and met a…

November 29, 1927 - December 27, 2018

Elenore Mae Lawrence

Langdon, IA

Elenore Mae VanBerkum Lawrence, daughter of James and  Magdeline (VanderBerg) VanBerkum, was born March 21, 1930, in  West Branch Township near Sioux Center, Iowa (She always said she was born at the fork of the river near Caramel.)  Her childhood years were spent in Rock Valley,…

March 21, 1930 - December 27, 2018

Shirley Mae Granstra

Spencer, IA

     Shirley Mae Granstra, the daughter of Walter and Edna (Johnson) Ruehle was born May 11, 1927 in Ruthven, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Ruthven and Ayrshire, IA areas where she attended school. She graduated from Ayrshire High School in 1945. She received her teaching…

May 11, 1927 - December 25, 2018

Mae Koch

Spencer, IA

     Mae Charlotte Koch, the daughter of Theodore and Maude (Duval) Hansen, was born January 10, 1929 in Webster County, NE.  Her childhood years were spent in Nebraska, where she received her early education, graduating from high school.  She continued her education…

January 10, 1929 - December 19, 2018

William Francis Geary

Spencer, IA

     William Francis Geary, was born on December 22, 1930, on the family farm between Fonda and Varina, Iowa. He entered Into Eternal Life December 19, 2018 at Spencer Hospital, Spencer, Iowa. Known by friends and family as Bill, he was the middle son of parents Okley Edmund…

December 22, 1930 - December 19, 2018

Donald Dennis Linnan

Spencer, IA

     Donald Dennis Linnan was born September 19, 1929 in Fort Dodge, IA to William and Berniece (Cavanaugh) Linnan.  He grew up in Pocahontas, graduating from Sacred Heart Catholic School and received his Civil Engineering degree from Iowa State…

September 19, 1929 - December 15, 2018

Doris Vivian Malm

Spencer, IA

Doris Vivian Malm, the daughter of Leslie and Gladys (Walker) Baxter was born on September 14, 1931, in Ayrshire, Iowa.  She grew up on a farm near Graettinger, Iowa, and received her education in Ruthven, Iowa, and graduated from Graettinger High School in 1950.     On…

September 14, 1931 - December 14, 2018

William Charles Maurer

Spencer, IA

William Charles Maurer, the son of Joseph Homer and Zelda (Anderson) Maurer, was born July 6, 1932 in Spencer, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent in Spencer and Greenville, where he received his education.  After his schooling, he entered the military in January of 1953, where he…

July 6, 1932 - December 8, 2018

Richard Dean Edleman

Spencer, IA

     Richard Dean Edleman, loving husband, father and grandfather, passed away on Sunday, December 2, 2018 at the age of 87.      Richard was born in Webb Iowa on October 8, 1931 to George Keith and Gertrude Catherine (Brown) Edleman. The family later moved…

October 8, 1931 - December 2, 2018

Eugene Erwin Cullen

Primghar, IA

     Eugene "Gene" Erwin Cullen was born in Rockwell City, Iowa to James W. and Agnus (Schossow) Cullen on May 30, 1937.  He often joked that his birthday was a national holiday because it fell on the traditional Memorial Day.  His early education was in…

May 30, 1937 - November 30, 2018

Bryan Jay Adams

Spencer, IA

In lieu of flowers, memorals may be directed to Pheasant's Forever in Spencer. Bryan Jay Adams, son of Donald F 'Pete' and Madalyn (Bendlin) Adams, was born July 14, 1955, in Spencer, Iowa. He received his education in Spencer and graduated from Spencer High School in 1973 and attended…

July 14, 1955 - November 30, 2018

Joseph Frederick Thompson

Spencer, IA

     Joseph Frederick Thompson, the son of Clifford and Margaret (Beschorner) Thompson, was born October 4, 1938 in Palo Alto County, IA.  He grew up on a farm near Lake Center, IA, where he received his education, graduating from Lake Center High School.  After his…

October 4, 1938 - November 29, 2018

Stanley H. Tripp Sr.

Spirit Lake, IA

Stanley Tripp, Sr. was born July 23, 1925 to Herman K. and Fae Tripp.  He received his education in Excelsior, Iowa schools and attended Buena Vista College in Storm Lake.      Stanley was married to Jean Bunch on November 11, 1945 in Spencer, Iowa.  Following their…

July 23, 1925 - November 26, 2018

Teresa Lynn Kilts

Spencer, IA

     Theresa Lynn Kilts, the daughter of Susan Deloris Kilts and Colin Kelly Kilts was born September 11th 1964 in Iowa City, Iowa.  She grew up in Livermore, Rutland, Cedar Rapids, Spirit Lake and finally Spencer, Iowa.        She enjoyed as much…

September 11, 1964 - November 24, 2018

Marion Ethel Helland

Spencer, IA

Born to Norwegian immigrants Olaf and Margit Helland on February 22, 1927, in Blue Earth, Minnesota, Ethel Marion Helland was destined to become a teacher and the voice of the oppressed. After starting school at a one-room country school, Marion brought English home to her parents and eventually…

February 22, 1927 - November 17, 2018

Janice Marie Powers

Spencer, IA

     Janice Marie Powers, 79, of Spencer, IA, passed away quietly in her sleep Friday, November 16, 2018.  She was born November 10, 1939 in Spencer, IA and graduated from Spencer High School in 1957.  She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and…

November 10, 1939 - November 16, 2018

Anna Mae Polson

Story City, IA

Anna Mae Polson was born May 6, 1938 to William and Dorothy Wilson.  She grew up in Cherokee, Iowa.      Anna married Doug Polson and to this union were born three children: Connie, Terri and Michael.  After their divorce, she remained in Spencer until moving to…

May 6, 1938 - November 15, 2018

Wayne Roy Bishop

Everly, IA

     Wayne Roy Bishop was born in Ware, IA on April 3, 1946 to William and Ella (Triggs) Bishop. He was the youngest of eleven children. He could often be heard saying, "They saved the best for last!" Wayne grew up in the Mallard, Laurens, and Webb, IA areas. He was…

April 3, 1946 - November 13, 2018

Larry James Struve

Spencer, IA

     Larry James Struve, the son of Delmar and Shirley (Mortenson) Struve, was born November 10, 1948 in Sioux Rapids, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent on a farm between Royal and Moneta, Iowa, where he received his education, graduating from Everly High School in…

November 10, 1948 - November 9, 2018

Alberta Ann Baxter

Cheyenne , WY

Alberta the daughter of Albert and Hazel (Grover) Hockett was born on January 25th, 1936 in Gillett Grove Ia.  She passed away November 6, 2018 in Cheyenne, Wy.      The family moved to Graettinger where she went to school and graduated in 1953. Alberta was united in…

January 25, 1936 - November 6, 2018

Donna Jean Frans

Spencer, IA

     Donna (Deaner) Jean Frans, daughter of Virginia (Richter) Koenen and Donald Koenen, was born January 18th, 1945 in Storm Lake, IA.  Donna lived in Spencer, attending and graduating from Spencer High School, in 1963. After graduation, Donna attended business school, and…

January 18, 1945 - November 4, 2018

Doris Bertha Armstrong

Minneapolis, MN

 Doris Armstrong, daughter of Mary and Henry Sussenguth, grew up in Breckenridge, MN., died on Nov. 4 at the Mt. Olivet Home in Minneapolis. She was 91 years old.      One of nine children who grew up during the Depression in a small family home with a big garden, Doris…

April 2, 1927 - November 4, 2018

Myrle Mildred Roberts

The Royal & Peterson Area, IA

     Myrle Mildred Roberts, the daughter of John and Bessie (Jelinek) Kotrba, was born January 22, 1922 in Verdigre, NE.  Her childhood years were spent in the Verdigre area, where she received her early education.  The family later moved to the Rossie area, where she…

January 22, 1922 - November 1, 2018

Kami Lynn Hoeppner

Everly, IA

     Kami Lynn Hoeppner, wife of Ted Hoeppner and daughter of Fred and Shirley Sorensen passed away on Monday, October 29, 2018.      Kami loved being and laughing with family and friends, gardening, all cats, sunny days, NASCAR and target…

July 8, 1967 - October 29, 2018

Mary Killmar

Spencer, IA

      Mary Maxine Killmar, the daughter of Edward and Grace (Lilly) Rubis, was born on November 8, 1919, in Spencer, Iowa. She was raised and received her early education in Spencer graduating from high school in 1936. Following her graduation, she worked in Cherokee for a short…

November 8, 1919 - October 27, 2018

Carlton Oliver Quee

Spencer, IA

Carlton Oliver Quee, the son of Selmer and Mary (Zishka) Quee, was born August 6, 1923 in Fostoria, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent in Fostoria, Iowa, where he received his education, later graduating from Okoboji High School.      After his schooling, he entered the…

August 6, 1923 - October 23, 2018

Gerald Ray Moeller

Algona, IA

Gerald Ray Moeller, the son of Jeffrey Moeller and Ellen Bohnenkamp, was born on August 21, 1983, in Orange City, Iowa. He was raised and received his early education in Sioux Center, Iowa, and then moved to Spencer, Iowa, when he was 11, finishing his education and graduating in Spencer. Following…

August 21, 1983 - October 22, 2018

Ronald Clair Woolston

Milford, IA

In Lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in Ronald's name. Ronald Clair Woolston, the son of Jesse and Florence (Burgeson) Woolston was born June 19, 1936, in Sutherland, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Sutherland area where he attended school and graduated from Sutherland…

June 19, 1936 - October 19, 2018

Francis "Frank" Joseph Petska

Spencer, IA

Francis "Frank" Joseph Petska was born April 10, 1940 to Lumir and Nellie Petska in Omaha, NE.  Frank passed away at his home in Spencer, IA on Wednesday, October 17, 2018.     Frank was raised in Nebraska and graduated from Central High in Omaha.  Needless…

April 10, 1940 - October 17, 2018

June 25, 1943 - October 17, 2018

Nancy Joan VerMeer

Spencer, IA

     Nancy Joan (Dau) VerMeer, the daughter of Elvin and Mabel (Meyers) Dau was born September 7, 1946 in Primghar, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Sutherland, IA area, where she attended country school and graduated from Sutherland High School in 1964. After graduation she…

September 7, 1946 - October 13, 2018

Elsie Ellen Anderson

Royal, IA

     Elsie Ellen (Gordey) Anderson, daughter of John & Mary (Popowich) Gordey was born on July 29, 1929 in Edmonton, Alberta Canada. She received her early education there and after graduating from high school she attended Alberta College in Edmonton. A highlight of her…

July 29, 1929 - October 12, 2018

Kim Christensen

Spencer, IA

     Kim Christensen, AKA – "Kim The Great", the son of Phillip Lee and Joyce (Dennett) Christensen, was born March 17, 1956 in Cedar City, Utah where he spent his childhood years. Growing up, he lived in several small towns, including Kanab, Utah, Mesquite,…

March 17, 1956 - October 10, 2018

Sandra Jean Walters

Spencer, IA

Sandra Jean (Eeten) Walters, 70, daughter of the late Harm and Phyllis Eeten.  Our beloved sister has passed away October 9, 2018.  She is survived by her sister Diane Bradner (Ron) and brother Michael Eeten (Darla).  There will be no

August 10, 1948 - October 9, 2018

Marjorie Ann Endorf

Whiting, IA

 Marjorie Ann Endorf, 88, of Sloan, Iowa died Saturday, October 6, 2018 at Pleasant View Care Center in Whiting, Iowa.      Marjorie Ann was born December 29, 1929 in Dixon County, Nebraska the daughter of Walter and Ella (Coughtry) Harvey. She grew up in Sloan, Iowa where…

December 29, 1929 - October 6, 2018

Helen Lorrene Leith

Spencer, IA

 Helen Lorrene Leith, 97, passed away October 6, 2018. Helen was born September 4th, 1921 to Fay and Edna (Hammen) Galbraith of Albert City, Iowa. She was the second of three daughters. Helen graduated from Albert City High School in 1940. Helen married James Leith September 16th, 1944. They…

September 4, 1921 - October 6, 2018

Randy Lee Weiland

Linn Grove, IA

     Randy Lee Weiland, son of Frank and Lola (Brummer) Weiland, was born December 16th, 1953, in Storm Lake, Iowa. He received his education in Peterson and Linn Grove, graduating from Sioux Valley High School in 1972. He was a lifelong member of the Lutheran…

December 16, 1953 - October 4, 2018

Lorraine Mary Kenney

Spencer, IA

 Lorraine Mary Kenney, the daughter of Leo and Florence (Peiffer) Hammen, was born August 21, 1926 in Jolley, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent in the Varina area, where she received early education at St. Columbkille Catholic School in Varina, graduating in 1944.  She continued…

August 21, 1926 - October 4, 2018

Joe E Syndergaard

Spencer, IA

     Joe E Syndergaard, the son of Edward and Margaret (Huberg) Syndergaard was born March 6, 1942, in Hartley, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Alta, Iowa, area where he attended Fairview Country School. He graduated from Alta High School in…

March 6, 1942 - October 4, 2018

Lois Ellen Brown

Laurens, IA

Lois Ellen (Johnson) Brown, the daughter of Gordon and Elizabeth Johnson was born November 16th, 1932 in Pomeroy, Iowa.   She was the youngest of three children. Lois graduated Pomeroy High School, May 1951.  On February 21st, 1953, Lois was united in marriage to Carl Brown. They…

November 16, 1932 - October 3, 2018

Victoria Stoffel

Spencer, IA

     Victoria Marie Stradel was born July 26, 1922 in Copenhagen, Denmark. Her childhood years were spent in Copenhagen where she attended school. After graduation Victoria met Ellsworth Stoffel while he was in the military. They married on May 4, 1954 in…

July 26, 1922 - October 2, 2018

Gretchen Hagedorn

Spencer, IA

     What does the Lord require of you but to do justice, love kindness and walk humbly with your God.  This is how Gretchen tried to live.  She was born to Ellis Thayer Morgan and Pearl Margaret Eggers on March 27, 1930 in Persia, Iowa.  Gretchen graduated from…

March 27, 1930 - September 29, 2018

Karl Eugene Baish

Spencer, IA

Karl Eugene Baish, the son of Ernest and Emily (Kachele) Baish, was born on May 12, 1928, on the family farm in the rural Spencer area.  He attended country schools in Clay County and graduated from Greenville High School.  After his schooling, he worked for several area farmers…

May 12, 1928 - September 27, 2018

C. Arnold "Arnie" Walker

Spencer, IA

     C. Arnold "Arnie" Walker, 91, of Spencer, passed away Friday, September 21, 2018, at his home surrounded by his loving wife, daughters, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  Arnie was born January 13, 1927 in Omaha, Nebraska to Frank and Verna Walker. …

January 13, 1927 - September 21, 2018

Carolyn Rose Blaue

Royal, IA

Carolyn Rose Blaue, the daughter of Dale and Ruth Doer Toland, was born January 31, 1933 in Ruthven, IA.  She received her education and graduated from Peterson High School in 1950.  She married Sheridan Hollman Blaue in 1951.  Carolyn attended the Barbizon School of Modeling in New…

January 31, 1933 - September 18, 2018

Margie Ada King

Ruthven, IA

Margie Ada Rouse was born August 22, 1916, on the family farm north of Ayrshire.  She was the 5th child of a family of 12. Her parents were Ada Eaton Rouse and John Fremont Rouse.  When in 8th grade she won the Palo Alto County spelling contest.  She graduated from Ayrshire High…

August 22, 1916 - September 18, 2018

Charles "Chuck" Duane Plautz

Council Bluffs, IA

Charles Duane Plautz, the son of Virgil and Betty (Birchard) Plautz was born on July 22, 1952 in Spencer, IA. He was raised and received his early education here, graduating from Spencer, High School in 1971. Following graduation, he worked at H&N Chevrolet as an autobody repairman. He also…

July 22, 1952 - September 15, 2018

Lois Pauline Larsen

Spencer, IA

     Lois Pauline Larsen, the daughter of Leslie and Della (Miller) Rossiter, was born November 4, 1926 in Spencer, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent in Spencer, where she received her education, graduating from Spencer High School.      Lois…

November 4, 1926 - September 12, 2018

November 26, 1958 - September 11, 2018

Marian Helen Crane

Spencer, IA

      Marian Helen Crane, the daughter of Peter and Myrtle (Johnson) Hagedorn, was born December 9, 1931, at home at Royal, Iowa.  She received her early education at a country school and graduated from Royal in 1949.  After her schooling, she worked at Fishing…

December 9, 1931 - September 9, 2018

Alice Weale

Omaha, NE

     Alice Eugenia Weale, the daughter of Edson and Rosa Mae (King) Bertram, was born on February 5, 1924, in Redwood, NY. She was raised and attended school in Redwood, graduating in 1941. She then attended House of Good Samaritan School of Nursing in Watertown, N.Y, graduating…

February 5, 1924 - September 9, 2018

Vernice Eileen Feldhacker

Spencer, IA

Vernice Eileen (De Weese) Feldhacker, was born on May 1, 1922 at her maternal grandparents' farm homestead of William and Pauline Hauschulz (Howschulz) Plinske, in Franklin Township, south of Onawa, Monona County, IA. She was the second child of eight children, born to Charles Leon (Lon) De…

May 1, 1922 - September 6, 2018

Ivan Glenn Kleve

Spencer, IA

Ivan Glenn Kleve, the son of William and Lucille Egmann Kleve, was born December 2, 1956 in Woodbury, Iowa.   He was raised in Sioux City, Iowa where he received his early education and graduated from high school.      Ivan worked at Sioux City Foundry and Airmart…

December 2, 1956 - September 5, 2018

Lawrence Wayne Smith

Spencer, IA

     Lawrence Wayne Smith, the son of Arlie R. and Grace (Huggard) Smith, was born October 18, 1920 in Plainfield, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent in Plainfield, Iowa, where he received his education, graduating from Plainfield High School.    After his…

October 18, 1920 - August 30, 2018

Kathryn "Kay" Ann Zieman

Royal, IA

   Kathryn "Kay" Ann Zieman, the daughter of Verne and Dorothy (Rolfes) Goyette, was born March 18, 1948, in Spencer, Iowa.  She attended Spencer Community Schools through the 8th grade and graduated from the Royal High School.  She continued her education at the CE School of…

March 18, 1948 - August 29, 2018

William Edward Webster

Sutherland, IA

     William Edward Webster, the son of Dale and Carolyn (Kinnetz) Webster was born January 21, 1957 in Emmetsburg, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Emmetsburg area where he attended school and graduated from Emmetsburg High School in 1975.      William…

January 21, 1957 - August 28, 2018

Anna Marie Pingel

Spencer, IA

Anna Marie Pingel, the daughter of Chester and Stella (Tomaszewski) Michalak, was born June 26, 1946 in Wieden, Germany.  Her family moved to New Jersey in 1951, where she received her education, graduating from Collier High School in Trenton, NJ. Two children were born from her 1st marriage:…

June 26, 1946 - August 28, 2018

Jeannine Beryl (Bibler) Hansen

Peterson, IA

Jeannine Beryl (Bibler) Hansen was born on February 19, 1932, to Floyd and Gladys (Doyle) Johnson.  She was the eldest sister of Arlo (Darlene) Johnson, Jocile (Sheldon, deceased) Peterson, and Eldon (Sharon) Johnson.      Jeannine graduated in 1949 from Cornell High…

February 19, 1932 - August 27, 2018

Sarah Kay Ralph

Milford, IA

Sarah Kay (Larson) Ralph was born on September 1, 1952 in Spencer, Iowa to Winton and Maxine (Cook) Larson.  Sarah was raised on a farm southwest of Spencer and graduated from Spencer High School in 1970.  Following graduation, she attended Iowa Lakes Community College and…

September 1, 1952 - August 24, 2018

Morris Bernard Weiner

Okoboji, IA

Morris ("Moe") Bernard Weiner, the son of Harry Louis Weiner and Ida Vishniskie Weiner, was born May 19, 1929 in Kankakee, IL.  He was orphaned as a young child and was raised at the Marks Nathan Jewish Children's Home in Illinois.      After graduating…

May 19, 1929 - August 23, 2018

Joyce Ann (Kruse) Sabel

Urbandale, IA

   Joyce Ann (Kruse) Sabel, age 56 was born on November 24, 1961.      She passed away on August 23, 2018, at Kavanagh Hospice House due to ovarian cancer after fighting it for nearly seven years. Her funeral will be at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Royal, Iowa, on…

November 24, 1961 - August 23, 2018

Lorraine Agnes Pullen

Spencer, IA

     Lorraine Agnes Pullen, the daughter of William and Anna (Pohl) Bendlin, was born October 31, 1922 in Clay County, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Okoboji, IA area, where she received her education, graduating from Okoboji High…

October 31, 1922 - August 21, 2018

Marceliene Mae Eckhart

Spencer, IA

Marceliene Mae Eckhart, the daughter of William and Marie Marcks Garnjobst, was born April 2, 1922, in Crofton, Nebraska.  Her early education started in a country school three miles from her home.   The first couple of years she got to and from school by riding a horse behind her…

April 2, 1922 - August 20, 2018

Dorothy Rae Rute

Arnolds Park, IA

One of the area's prominent woman's bowlers has rolled her last frame.  Dorothy passed from this life on August 16, 2018.  She was the daughter of Ray and Claire Broadie Lawrence, who farmed in rural Clay County.  She is survived by her son Larry and daughter-in-law Kay…

August 13, 1918 - August 16, 2018

Margaret Ann Seaman

Spencer, IA

Margaret Ann Seaman passed away peacefully Tuesday morning, August 15, 2018, at Spencer Municipal Hospital. She was born in Milford, Iowa, on April 20, 1927, and she graduated from Milford HS in 1945. Her parents, Ed and Nina Chaffin, had three other children, Joan, Sarah Jane, and Truman, with…

April 20, 1927 - August 15, 2018

Janelle Gaye Saunders

Spencer, IA

Janelle Gaye Saunders, loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, passed away unexpectedly on August 15, 2018 at the Avera McKennan Hospital, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.     Jan was born in Lake Park, Iowa, on June 22, 1935 to Lonnie (Tar) and Clarene Weaver (Evans).  She…

June 22, 1935 - August 15, 2018

Sharon Gail Helgeson

Spencer, IA

Sharon Gail Helgeson, was born on August 27, 1945 in Falls City, NE to Burl and Jessie (Hackworth) Dykes, the youngest of five children. Her siblings were Virginia, Shirley, Jim and Mary. She grew up in Percival, IA and graduated from the Sidney Consolidated High School in 1963. She worked after…

August 27, 1945 - August 14, 2018

Alice Louise Eldridge

Spencer, IA

    Alice Louise Eldridge, the daughter of Oatha and Eva (Deese) Long, was born December 16, 1929 in Quinter, KS.  Her childhood years were spent in Kansas, where she received her education graduating from Quinter High School.  After high school, she continued her education at…

December 16, 1929 - August 13, 2018

James Alvin Pitts

Spencer, IA

James (Jim) Alvin Pitts was born on May 1, 1930, in Cherokee Iowa.  He was the son of Alvin and Mary (Linnemann) Pitts. Soon after graduating from Highview High School, Jim joined the Air Force and served during the Korean conflict until 1954 when he returned home to the family farm. On…

May 1, 1930 - August 7, 2018

David Mills

Brandenton, FL

David P. Mills died peacefully on Aug. 3, 2018, in Bradenton, Florida, at the age of 64. Dave was born on Dec. 7, 1953 to Jean and James Mills. He graduated from Everly High School in 1972 and attended Worthington Community College. He farmed for 20 years outside Spencer, Iowa, before owning and…

December 7, 1953 - August 3, 2018

Ken Norris

Spencer, IA

     George Kennon Norris, loving husband and father, age 89, passed away on August 2, 2018 in the Hartley Community Memorial Health Center in Hartley, Iowa.  Ken passed after a struggle with Alzheimer's.      Ken was born in Kearney, Nebraska, on…

April 16, 1929 - August 2, 2018

Everett Dale Amis

Greenville, IA

    Everett Dale Amis, the son of Farris and Anna (Swanson) Amis, was born September 26, 1929 on a farm near Greenville, IA.  Everett attended Greenville School and graduated from Greenville/Rossie in 1947. He spent his entire life on the family farm with the exception of 2…

September 26, 1929 - July 30, 2018

December 8, 1925 - July 29, 2018

Violet Evangeline Schmidt

Spencer, IA

Violet Evangeline Schmidt, the daughter of Arthur and Anna (Brenne) Anderson, was born March 19, 1922 in Lakefield, MN.  Her childhood years were spent in Lakefield, where she received her education, graduating from Lakefield High School in 1941.  After her schooling, she worked at…

March 19, 1922 - July 28, 2018

Scott Clarke Mackey

Royal, IA

     Scott Clarke Mackey, the son of Robert and Anna (Julif) Mackey was born May 24, 1964 in Storm Lake, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Webb and Gillett Grove, IA area where he attended school, and graduated from South Clay High School in 1982.      Scott…

May 24, 1964 - July 25, 2018

Clarian Ardyce Lovitt

Spencer, IA

Clarian was born March 5, 1924 to Clarence W. and Lottie Starkey Bittinger in their home in Spencer.  She died July 23, 2018 at Northshire Nursing Home.  Clarian was educated in Spencer schools, graduating from Spencer High in 1942.   That fall she entered Chillicothe (MO)…

March 5, 1924 - July 23, 2018

Merrill Arthur Sebastian

Spencer, IA

In lieu of Flowers a memorial fund has been established by the family.    Merrill Arthur Sebastian, the son of Arthur and Kate Sebastian, was born August 29, 1933 in Spencer, Iowa.  Merrill went to his eternal home early in the morning of Saturday, July 21, 2018.  …

August 29, 1933 - July 21, 2018

Richard "Dick" Lee Schallau

Spencer, IA

     Richard Lee Schallau, age 82, passed away on July 19, 2018 at Longhouse Residence.  The son of Irvin and Joye (Tripplet) Schallau, Richard was born the sixth of ten children on February 6, 1936 at the family home west of Sutherland, Iowa.  He attended Quimby…

February 6, 1936 - July 19, 2018

Jack Lowell Easter

Spencer, IA

MEMORIALS MAY BE DESIGNATED TO THE ABBEN CANCER CENTER ORTHE SPENCER HOSPITAL HOSPICE.       Jack Lowell Easter, the son of Elza and Inez (Galloway) Easter, was born August 3, 1925 in Des Moines, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent in Norwalk, Iowa until 1937 when…

August 3, 1925 - July 17, 2018

Velma Vesta Wiese

Spencer, IA

   Velma Vesta Wiese, the daughter of Rudolph and Lillie (Ott) Peters, was born September 17, 1915, near Everly, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent in the Everly area where she attended a rural school and graduated from Everly High School.  Following graduation, she pursued a…

September 17, 1915 - July 16, 2018

Stella King Wilson

Dickens, IA

Stella King Wilson, 100, a longtime resident of rural Dickens, passed away on July 16, 2018. She was born on May 21, 1918, on a farm in Logan Township in Clay County, Iowa, the daughter of John Chester and Bessie King.      Stella began her education at a rural country school…

May 21, 1918 - July 16, 2018

Donald Monroe Heiter, Jr.

Spencer, IA

     Donald Heiter, Jr., the son of Donald and Maxine (Wilcox) Heiter, was born September 26, 1944 in Humboldt, IA.  His childhood years were spent in Spencer, where he received his education, graduating from Spencer High School in 1963.  He attended CE School of…

September 26, 1944 - July 14, 2018

Wilhelmina Bick Yun Dailey

     Wilhelmina Bick Yun Dailey, the daughter of Henry and Sarah (Len) Chong was born July 29, 1931 in Honolulu, HI. Her childhood years were spent in Honolulu where she attended school. After graduating high school, she worked at the Dole Pineapple…

July 29, 1931 - July 11, 2018

Joseph Walter Morris

Spencer, IA

      Joseph Walter Morris suddenly passed on July 11, 2018 doing what he loved.  Joseph Walter Morris was born on March 28, 1941 to Melvin and Emma (Hayes) Morris in Monterey, MN. In 2012 Joseph remarried to Alauna Telbot. They resided in Spencer, IA, where Joseph…

March 28, 1941 - July 11, 2018

Robert "Bob" LeRoy Verner

Spencer, IA

     Robert "Bob" Verner, age 73, of Spencer, IA, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Tuesday, July 10, 2018 at Avera McKennan Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD after a brief illness.      Bob, the son of Robert and Dorothy Verner was…

April 20, 1945 - July 10, 2018

Betty LaVan Clayton

Des Moines, IA

Loved and respected by all, Betty LaVan (Kirkpatrick) Clayton who was born June 25, 1923, in Marengo, Iowa, to David Leo and Marjorie Althea (Brown) Kirkpatrick, joined her husband in heaven on July 10, 2018.  She exited this world quietly and peacefully, in her sleep as her mother before her,…

June 25, 1923 - July 10, 2018

Audrey Rose Fairchild

Spencer, IA

     Audrey Rose Fairchild, the daughter of Herbert and Mildred (Stemple) Fransen was born October 2, 1930 in Bancroft, SD. Her childhood years were spent near Huron, SD before moving to Estherville, IA in 2nd grade. She graduated from Estherville High School in 1948 and…

October 2, 1930 - July 8, 2018

Mary Ann Perkins

Des Moines, IA

Mary Ann Perkins 86 passed away Sunday July 8, 2018 of heart failure in Altoona Iowa. The family will hold a memorial service July 20, 2018 at 1:30 P.M. at the First English Lutheran Church in Spencer Iowa Mary Ann Perkins was born July 26, 1931 in Everly, Iowa to Richard Winterboer and Viola Ines…

July 26, 1931 - July 8, 2018

Anna May Schoeneman

Sutherland, IA

Anna May Schoeneman, the daughter of LeRoy and Gladys (Ferguson) Warren, was born April 30, 1938, near Benson, Minnesota.  Her family moved to the Dickens, Iowa, area when she was four years old.  She attended Spencer High School and later received her GED.     On February…

April 30, 1938 - July 6, 2018

Odelo "Woody" Lawrence Schlichte

Everly, IA

Odelo "Woody" Schlichte, the son of Joseph and Susan "Cora" (Penning) Schlichte, was born October 23, 1934 on a farm near Granville, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent in Granville, where he received his education at Granville St. Joseph School.  After his…

October 23, 1934 - July 5, 2018

Theodore "Ted" Woodall

Royal, IA

 Theodore "Ted" Woodall, the son of Phillip and Lena (Toft) Woodall, was born September 9, 1927, on the family farm southwest of Royal, Iowa.  He was raised in the Royal area where he attended country school and later graduated from Royal High School.     …

September 9, 1927 - July 4, 2018

David Lee Crawford

Spencer, IA

Announcement David Lee Crawford (age 79) a resident of Spencer, Iowa, formerly Golden Valley, Minnesota, passed away peacefully July 1, 2018, at the Spencer Municipal Hospital after a long battle with cancer. David was surrounded by friends and family. David was born in Holly Springs,…

November 22, 1938 - July 1, 2018

Elizabeth "Betty" Ann (Kelly)-Spies

Milford, IA

Mrs. Elizabeth "Betty" Kelly-Spies passed peacefully this past Friday June 22, 2018 surrounded by her six children, husband and family. She was a devoted mother, wife, professional, and way above average cook and entertainer. Born on Aug 11, 1937 in Emmetsburg, IA to Harry & Mary…

August 11, 1937 - June 22, 2018

Paul Douglas Verner

Spencer, IA

Paul Douglas Verner, the son of Paul and Elizabeth (Williams) Verner, was born on March 30, 1958.  He graduated from Spencer High School.      His father taught him all about hard work and he began working with his father at the age of 15 at the local lumberyard, Spencer…

March 30, 1958 - June 15, 2018

Darleen Loraine Feddersen

Spencer, IA

Darleen Loraine Feddersen, the daughter of Walter and Irene (Devine) Schreiber, was born September 21, 1947 in Algona, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent in Armstrong, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Armstrong High School in 1965.      …

September 21, 1947 - June 14, 2018

Carol Ernest Fries

Peterson, IA

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in Carol's name.    Carol Ernest Fries, the son of Ernest and Mae (Lauderbaugh) Fries was born September 30, 1931, in Carthage, MO.  His parents passed away when he was young, and good friends of the family, Alva and Ella Trimble,…

September 30, 1931 - June 14, 2018

Patricia Jean Eaton

Spencer, IA

Patricia "Pat" Jean Eaton, was born March 22, 1950 to Lyman and Wilma Eaton in Laurens, IA.  She spent her childhood in Marathon, IA.  As a child she loved anything her Grandpa Jones liked.  She graduated in 1968 and then spent a year in Minneapolis, MN where she studied…

March 22, 1950 - June 13, 2018

Ethel Mae Partridge

Holt, MI

Ethel Partridge was born in Sheridan, Wyoming on September 14, 1940, and was raised by her grandmother in rural Wyoming. She graduated from high school in Newcastle, Wyoming, and often made the trek cross country to visit her classmate for the reunions. She married Eldon Partridge on May 6, 1960.…

September 14, 1940 - June 11, 2018

Earnest "Ernie" Stoermer

Spencer, IA

Earnest Leo Stoermer was born on March 15, 1935 to Leo and Wanda (Prentice) Stoermer on a farm north of Greenville. As a young child, the family moved to the Gillett Grove area. Earnest attended school at Gillet Grove for all 12 years. Earnest was a member of the Royal Methodist Church. After…

March 15, 1935 - June 9, 2018

Madeleine Dee Reuter

Spencer, IA

     Madeleine Dee Reuter, the daughter of Joseph and Carrie (Linscott) Hawksley, was born April 11, 1922 in Clinton, MA.  Her childhood years were spent in Massachusetts, where she received her education graduating from Lancaster, MA.      Madeleine…

April 11, 1922 - June 5, 2018

Sharon Kay Clausen

Spencer, IA

   Sharon Kay Clausen, the daughter of William and Alava Dorsey, was born November 29, 1939, in Estherville, IA.  Sharon received her teaching degree at Iowa Teachers College in Cedar Falls, IA; she then received her Master's and graduated from Buena Vista College in Storm…

November 29, 1939 - May 31, 2018

Ronald Hadenfeldt

Everly, IA

     Ronald Hadenfeldt, the son of Leonard and Vera Hadenfeldt was born March 21, 1936 in Audubon, IA. He grew up in the Sioux Rapids, IA area where he attended school, graduating from Cornell High School in 1954.      Ronald married Katherine Pannell in…

March 21, 1936 - May 31, 2018

Thomas James Slawson

Spencer, IA

     Thomas James Slawson the son of William McGrath and Evelyn Elsie (Hagedorn) Slawson, was born on May 23, 1946 in Long Beach, CA. He was raised in Everly, where he attended school and graduated from Everly High School, in 1964. Tom entered into the military on April 12,…

May 23, 1946 - May 30, 2018

Patricia Ester Irby

Spencer, IA

Patricia E. Irby, the daughter of Enemzo and Esther (Buckland) Cool, was born May 12, 1937 in Escanaba, MI.  Her childhood years were spent in Escanaba, where she received her education, graduating from Escanaba High School in 1956.  After high school, she worked as a secretary for Triple…

May 12, 1937 - May 21, 2018

Daniel Ray Wetherell

Sutherland, IA

     Daniel Ray Wetherell, the son of Billy and Mary (Streufert) Wetherell, was born on July 7, 1976, in Primghar, IA. He received his early education at South O'Brien Schools and graduated from there. He attended Wayne State and graduated with a Bachelor Degree in…

July 7, 1976 - May 20, 2018

Jacob "Jake" Michael Edwards

Spencer, IA

     Jacob "Jake" Michael Edwards, the son of R.D.  "Jack" and Edris (Grant) Edwards was born on August 18, 1954 in Storm Lake, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Marathon, IA area where he attended school. He graduated from Storm Lake High…

August 18, 1954 - May 18, 2018

Barbara Erma Faber

Spencer, IA

Barbara (Landgraf) Faber, the daughter of Pearl (Dinges) and Albert Landgraf, was born on March 11, 1924 in Odebolt, Iowa.  She attended Catholic Elementary Schools in Odebolt and Early, Iowa.  She graduated from Odebolt High School in 1941 and earned a teaching certificate.  She…

March 11, 1924 - May 17, 2018

Janet Faye Giese Bringle

Spencer, IA

Janet Faye Giese Bringle, the daughter of Harold and Marvel (Davis) Elsbury, was born May 9, 1936 in Sutherland, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent in Sutherland, where she received her education, graduating from Sutherland Consolidated Schools.  She later continued her education at…

May 9, 1936 - May 15, 2018

Joan Dolores Jones

Spencer, IA

     Joan Dolores Jones, the daughter of Louis and Dolores (Mohr) Seidensticker was born June 3, 1951 in New York City, NY. At the age of 4 she moved to Agoura, CA where she grew up and graduated from high school. She moved to Linn Grove, IA and started work at Spencer…

June 3, 1951 - May 14, 2018

April 12, 1920 - May 14, 2018

Larry D. Fuller

Spencer, IA

Larry Dean Fuller, the son of William and Melba (Pauling) Fuller, was born on April 10, 1956, in Spencer, IA. He was raised and received his early education here, graduating from Spencer High School. Following graduation, he entered into the military on March 20, 1975, serving in the U.S. Navy. He…

April 10, 1956 - May 12, 2018

Dorothy 'Jeane' Scott

Spencer, IA

Dorothy "Jeane" Scott, the daughter of Carter Myron and Violet Belle Haley Davis, was born February 20, 1928 in Linn Grove, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent on a farm north east of Greenville, IA.  She attended school in Linn Grove for 2 years and then Greenville where…

February 20, 1928 - May 12, 2018

Joan Louise Bailey

Spirit Lake, IA

    Joan Louise Bailey, the daughter of Walter and Margaret (Daniels) Simonsen, was born July 14, 1937 in Spencer, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent in Sioux Rapids, where she received her education, graduating from Sioux Rapids High School.      Joan…

July 14, 1937 - May 10, 2018

Dennis Dean Davis

Spencer, Iowa, IA

     Dennis Dean Davis, the son of Dale and June (Heinis) Davis, was born on September 21, 1945 in Cherokee, IA. He was raised in the Peterson. He attended Brooke rural school and then Aurelia High School, graduating in 1963. After high school Dennis entered into the military on…

September 21, 1945 - May 9, 2018

Dolores "Dede" Elaine Shuck

Spencer, IA

Dolores "Dede" Elaine Shuck was born on June 7, 1963 in Sioux City, Iowa to Jeanne (Thorson) Shuck and Joe Shuck.  She was the youngest of the six kids and was born on the day the oldest child, John, graduated from high school.  Dede received the Sacrament of Holy Baptism on…

June 7, 1963 - May 8, 2018

Lavonne (Story) Kleaveland

Storm Lake, IA

 Lavonne (Story) Kleaveland, the daughter of John and Ethel (Phillips) Ginger, was born February 6, 1930 in Primghar, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent in Sutherland, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Sutherland High School in 1948.  She was baptized and…

February 6, 1930 - May 7, 2018

Dr. Harold Van Hofwegen

Milford, IA

  Dr. Harold Adrian Van Hofwegen, 81, was called home to his Heavenly Father on May 5, 2018.  His devotion and strong faith supported him in his struggle and finally gave him peace.      Dr. Van Hofwegen was born June 1, 1936 in Hawarden, Iowa to Adrian and Ethel Van…

June 1, 1936 - May 5, 2018

Dorothy D. Casperson

Spencer, IA

     Dorothy Casperson was born August 4, 1921 in Ayrshire, Iowa to Austin and Nellie Chatfield. She received her education in the Ayrshire school system. Her younger years were spent in Terril, Iowa. At nearly 40 years old she returned to school and became a registered nurse.…

August 4, 1921 - May 3, 2018

Dean Eldon Kalvig

Spencer, IA

     Dean Eldon Kalvig, the son of Wilbur and Ruth (Johnson) Kalvig was born April 24, 1929 in Arlington, SD. His childhood years were spent in the Lake Preston, SD area, where he attended school and graduated from Lake Preston High School. He attended college in Mankato, MN and…

April 24, 1929 - May 1, 2018

Irene Sue Stoll

Spencer, IA

     Irene was born on August 26, 1944, in Hospers, Iowa, to her parents, Simon and Anastasia Schiller Stoll.  Irene received her early education at St. Anthony's School in Hospers, Iowa.  Her family moved to Sheldon, Iowa, and Irene then graduated from…

August 26, 1944 - April 30, 2018

Peggy "Pat" Ann Johnson

Spencer, IA

Peggy "Pat" Johnson, daughter of Harvey C. and Eva Zenor Miller, was born in Dickens on March 27, 1931.  She was the fourth of nine children born to the Miller family.  She spent her childhood on the family farms tagging along with older brothers Bob and Jim and caring for her…

March 27, 1931 - April 30, 2018

Eugene Nicholas Martini

Spencer, IA

         Eugene Nicholas Martini, the son of Eugene and Cecelia (Finnegan) Martini, was born February 22, 1947 in Ft. Dodge, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent in Whittemore, Ames, and Emmetsburg, Iowa, where he received his education, graduating from…

February 22, 1947 - April 22, 2018

Tammy Marie Grothe

Sioux Rapids, IA

     Tammy (Woodford) Grothe was born on September 3, 1975 to Dale and Karen Woodford of Webb, Iowa.  She was raised on a farm northeast of Webb. She attended Lincoln Elementary School in Spencer, Iowa.  She graduated from Spencer High School in 1994.   She…

September 3, 1975 - April 20, 2018

David Duane Crew

Spencer, IA

Dave was born July 5, 1938 in Spencer, IA.  He was the fourth of seven children of Norval and Emma Crew.  Dave spent his childhood on a farm near Webb, IA and worked diligently in his families farming and hog operations.  He graduated from Gillette Grove High School.  While in…

July 5, 1938 - April 19, 2018

Beng Lovan

Spencer, IA

     Beng Lovan, the daughter of Hau Hoang and Mone Lothi Hoang was born June 10, 1947 in Son La, Vietnam. Her childhood years were spent enjoying quality time with her sisters & brothers. In her early years, she worked as a Midwife.      Beng married…

June 10, 1947 - April 16, 2018

Beverly Charmain (Tercey) Stinehart

Spencer, IA

     Beverly Charmain (Tercey) Stinehart, the daughter of Carrol and Juanita (Guthrie) Dunn, was born December 31, 1934 in Newton, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent in Spencer, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Spencer High…

December 31, 1934 - April 10, 2018

Tommy Gene Burrow

Spencer, IA

     Tommy Gene Burrow was born on May 18, 1952 in Clovis, New Mexico to Rondall and Patricia (Settlemyre) Burrow. Tom passed away at his home in Spencer, Iowa on April 7, 2018.        Tom grew up in Dalhart Texas. After graduating from high school Tom joined…

May 18, 1952 - April 7, 2018

Robert "Bob" Edwin Doran

Everly, IA

Bob Doran passed away Friday April 6, 2018 at Spencer Hospital.  He was born in Estherville on October 16, 1959 to Duane and Julia Doran (dec 1966).  He has a brother Jeff (Brenda).  In 1969 Bob joyously welcomed Allan, Pat (Terry), and new mom Betty into the…

October 16, 1959 - April 6, 2018

Fern Catherine Reese

Peterson, IA

     Fern Catherine Reese, the daughter of Horace and Edith (Stroman) Bruns, was born March 11, 1925 in Granville, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent on a farm near Granville, Iowa, where she received her education at Paullina Schools and later moved to Everly, where she…

March 11, 1925 - April 5, 2018

Maxine Mae Salmon

Spencer, IA

Maxine Mae Salmon, the daughter of Carlisle and Grace Mitchell Smith, was born June 9, 1932 in Clear Lake, SD.  As a young child, her family moved to Sherburn, MN.  She received her early education and graduated from Sherburn High School in 1950.  Maxine continued her education at…

June 9, 1932 - April 5, 2018

Nellie Lucile Alderman

Spencer, IA

     Nellie Lucille Hull Alderman was born June 26, 1927 to Rev. George & Nellie (Wellman) Hull in Harvey, ND. Nellie was the youngest of their four children. Her older brothers were Andrew, Roswell and Wellington (Jack). Growing up, Nell lived in different areas where her…

June 26, 1927 - April 4, 2018

Dorothy Langel Cranston

Spencer, IA

Dorothy Cranston, the daughter of John and Matilda (Weiskircher) Langel was born March 7th, 1939.  She was raised and educated in Milford, graduating in 1957. Dorothy attended and graduated from Mankato College in Minnesota.  She went to work at Buchanan Law Office in Algona, IA. Dorothy…

March 7, 1939 - April 4, 2018

Randel "Buddy" William Sweet

Spencer, IA

     Randel William Sweet, the son of William Joe and Betty Lou (Riemer) Sweet, was born June 1, 1965, in Spencer, Iowa.  His entire life was spent in Spencer where he attended Spencer Schools, graduating from Spencer High School in 1984.      …

June 1, 1965 - April 3, 2018

Barbara Jean Mehren

Primghar, IA

      Barbara Jean (Armstrong) Mehren, the daughter of James and Louise (Donaldson) Armstrong was born April 7, 1935 in Des Moines, Iowa.  She was united in marriage to Arnold John Mehren on June 13, 1972, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and lived in the Spencer area her…

April 7, 1935 - April 3, 2018

Marie Hess

Terril, IA

In lieu of flowers, the famiy requests that memorials may be directed to either the Terril Library or the United Methodist Church in Terril. Marie Gladys Hess, the daughter of Harvey and Gladys (Kickland) Lanpher, was born October 5, 1923 in Sioux Falls, SD.  Her childhood years were spent in…

October 5, 1923 - April 1, 2018

Leland Carl Franke Jr.

Spencer, IA

    Leland Carl Franke Jr., the son of Leland and Agnes (Anderson) Franke was born on May 25, 1948 in Sioux City, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Sioux City area where he attended school and graduated from South Sioux City High School.      Leland was a true…

May 25, 1948 - March 31, 2018

Myrtle Martha Hyde

Spencer, IA

     Myrtle Martha Hyde the daughter of Fred and Evelyn (Higley) Pinneke, was born on December 31, 1925, in Mason City, Iowa. She grew up in Mason City, where she attended school.      On March 11, 1945, Myrtle married Jack Dewayne Hyde at the Trinity…

December 31, 1925 - March 27, 2018

Shirley Ann Woodford

Spencer, IA

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established by the family.      Shirley Woodford was born November 17, 1925 to Jesse and Iva Miller.  Shirley was the oldest of five children.  She and her family lived around Sac City and Lake View and later on a farm near…

November 17, 1925 - March 26, 2018

February 4, 1955 - March 25, 2018

Edna Lydia Florke

Sutherland, IA

     Edna Lydia Florke, daughter of Charles and Eva (Brause) Petersen was born September 29, 1920, in Barren County, Wisconsin.  She attended school in Pierson, Iowa, through the 8th grade.        On September 25, 1937, Edna was united in…

September 29, 1920 - March 24, 2018

Andrew Michael Huffman

Spencer, IA

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established by the family. Andrew Michael Huffman, the son of Michael and Lynn (Zahrt) Huffman, was born September 11, 1976 in Spencer, IA.  He was the oldest of six children.  He graduated from Spencer High School in 1995 and spent his adult…

September 11, 1976 - March 24, 2018

Robert William Erick

Council Bluffs, IA

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to the Organization for Autism Research.      Robert "Robbie" William Erick, the son of Larry Erick and Linda and Curt Foltz, was born May 5, 1974 in Spencer, Iowa.  He graduated from Spencer High School. …

May 5, 1974 - March 22, 2018

Mary Elizabeth Maurer

Spencer, IA

  Mary Elizabeth Gillette, the daughter of Lester and Cecilia Gillette, was born January 25, 1923. She was raised on a dairy farm east of Fostoria, across the road from her grandparents. Mary attended country school, passing her exams early, and then graduated from Spencer High School at age…

January 25, 1923 - March 21, 2018

Wayne Howard Hanson

Webb, IA

     Wayne Howard Hanson, the son of Elmer and Annie (Erickson) Hanson was born on October 18, 1925 in Sioux Rapids, IA. His childhood years were spent in the small town of Sioux Rapids, where he attended elementary school with his four sisters and one brother. He was a good…

October 18, 1925 - March 19, 2018

John Michael Rosacker

Spencer, IA

John Michael Rosacker, the son of Elmer and Eva (Monk) Rosacker was born on February 11, 1949, in Emmetsburg, IA. His childhood years were spent on a small farm near Ayrshire where he attended elementary and high school. After high school John earned a degree in secondary education from Mankato…

February 11, 1949 - March 15, 2018

LaVonne Winterboer

Spencer, IA

     Hattie LaVonne Winterboer, the daughter of Clayton and Esther (Falline) Cobb, was born May 18, 1925.  They lived on a farm southwest of Webb, Iowa for many years, moving to the Sioux Rapids area in 1941.  LaVonne attended Garfield-Webb school for eleven years,…

May 18, 1925 - March 13, 2018

Maxine Ida Rossiter

Worthington, MN

   Maxine Ida Rossiter, the daughter of LaVerne and Anne (Knipper) Wright, was born on February 3, 1922, in Spencer, Iowa. Maxine graduated from Spencer High School in 1940. After high school she worked at Scott's Dime Store as a store manager. Maxine met Roger in 1941. They…

February 3, 1922 - March 13, 2018

January 31, 1951 - March 12, 2018

Johnathon Darrell Fox

Spencer, IA

Johnathon Darrell Fox the son of Darrell and Judy Fox was born Dec 23, 1987 in Sioux City Iowa.  He was the oldest of three boys in the Fox Family.  John graduated from Spencer High School where he spoke at his high school graduation; He attended Kirkwood community college for a period of…

December 23, 1987 - March 7, 2018

June Gladys Gellhaus

Sutherland, IA

     June Gladys (Johnson) Gellhaus, was born June 26, 1923 to Hjalmar and Elsie Streufert Johnson in Paullina, Iowa.  June was the oldest of five daughters.  She attended and graduated from Paullina High School.       June married Verlin L.…

June 26, 1923 - March 5, 2018

Bruce Neil Prentice

Milford, IA

Bruce Neil Prentice, the son of John and Bernice Brinkley Prentice, was born January 5, 1936 in Clay County, Iowa.  He received his early education and graduated from Gillett Grove High School.      On January 8, 1956, Bruce married Shirley Carlson at the Grace United…

January 5, 1936 - March 4, 2018

Richard Dale Marousek

Eagen, MN

     Our Brother and Cousin, Richard (Rich) Marousek, 70 years, passed peacefully on March 3, 2018, after a one-year battle against lung cancer.  Rich was born June 13, 1947 in Sioux City, IA to parents Leslie and Margaret (Van Houten) Marousek. Rich attended grade school in…

June 13, 1947 - March 3, 2018

John Franklyn Laird, Jr.

Spencer, IA

ohn Franklyn Laird, Jr., the son of John Franklin and Martha Elizabeth (Landis) Laird, was born on January 25, 1932, in Cleveland, OH. He was raised and received his early education there, graduating from high school. After high school, John entered into the U.S. Military on September 15,…

January 25, 1932 - February 28, 2018

Deborah Ann Jenkins

Spencer, IA

     Deborah Ann Jenkins, was born on May 21, 1935, in Vicksburg, MI, to Cecil and Virginia (Forsythe) Southworth. Deb graduated from high school in Vicksburg and attended Western Michigan University with a major in business and a minor in music.      Deb…

May 21, 1935 - February 27, 2018

Mai Lovan

Spencer, IA

Mai Lovan, 70 years old of Spencer, IA, passed away on February 27, 2018 at his son's home after battling an illness in the hospital.  He was born on January 1, 1948, in Vientiane, Laos. Mai was a free-spirited person who enjoyed spending time with his children, grandchildren, family…

January 1, 1948 - February 27, 2018

Marjorie Ann Quist

Spencer, IA

Marjorie Ann (Faulkner) Quist, the daughter of Gerald and Golda (Hupp) Faulkner was born on February 19, 1936 in Spencer, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent in Spencer where she received her education.  Following her schooling, she worked at Stubs House of Plenty for several years and…

February 19, 1936 - February 23, 2018

Darla Rae Bailey

Sutherland, IA

     Darla Rae Bailey, the daughter of Harold and Norma (Silberstein) Gottsch was born May 13, 1941, in Sutherland, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Sutherland High School.  Following high school, she attended a trade school in Omaha, Nebraska, to learn…

May 13, 1941 - February 23, 2018

Robert Lee Wright

Salt Lake City, UT

The United States geothermal industry has lost another of its founders. Robert L. "Bob" Wright, age 90, passed away due to cancer on February 22, 2018.  Bob was a classical "old time" landman who could charm almost any landowner into signing a fair agreement.  He…

July 30, 1927 - February 22, 2018

John "Jack" Girard Peasley

Spencer, IA

     John "Jack" Girard Peasley was born to William and Anna Kendergan Peasley on January 31, 1930 in Sioux City, Iowa. He attended St. Boniface School. Later, he worked for Goodwill Industries. Jack was proud of making rugs at home with his mother on his own loom. A…

January 31, 1930 - February 21, 2018

Rita McCarty

Spencer, IA

 Rita Mae (Theisen) McCarty, the daughter of John and Anna (Ruden) Theisen, was born on August 20th, 1928 in Le Mars, IA.   She was raised in the Oyens and Remsen area and received her education at St. Catherine's school in Oyens. On February 18th, 2018, Rita passed away…

August 20, 1928 - February 18, 2018

Keith Louis Mortensen

Royal, IA

Keith Louis Mortensen, the son of Louis and Carrie (Petersen) Mortensen, was born January 24, 1943 in Hartley, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent in Royal, Iowa, where he received his education, graduating from Royal High School.      Keith married Marjorie Johanson…

January 24, 1943 - February 15, 2018

Richard Henry Riedemann

Spencer, IA

     Richard Henry Riedemann was born at home on the family farm east of Primghar, IA, to Ernest and Mayme (Horstmann) Riedemann on February 5, 1930. He attended rural schools and graduated in 1948 from Primghar High School. He was called into military service in the fall of 1951. He…

February 5, 1930 - February 15, 2018

Pearl Louise Lyman

Hartley

     Pearl Louise (Huston) Lyman, the daughter of Phil and Edna (Elliott) Huston, was born on June 18, 1920 in Hartley, IA. She attended school there and graduating from Hartley High School. After high school, she obtained her Teacher's Training.      On…

June 18, 1920 - February 13, 2018

Carolyn Sue O'Hara

Spencer, IA

Carolyn Sue Walton was born on October 7, 1941 in Mountain Home, Arkansas to Mervin "Jim" and Hazel Morris Walton. Her family moved to Everly, Iowa where she graduated from Everly High School in 1959.  On December 6, 1969, Carolyn married Bob O'Hara. They made their home in…

October 7, 1941 - February 10, 2018

July 13, 1960 - February 9, 2018

Ruth Grace Petersen

Spencer, IA

Ruth Grace Petersen, the daughter of John and Blanche (Bowles) Albert was born January 18, 1919 in Primghar, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Primghar area where she attended country school and graduated from Primghar High School in 1936.      Ruth married Jimmy Davis in…

January 18, 1919 - February 7, 2018

January 18, 1927 - February 7, 2018

Edna Louise Rigby

Spencer, IA

Edna Louise Rigby, the daughter of Lillian and Martin Schutt, was born on September 17th 1948 in Hampton, Iowa.  She spent most of her young life in Hampton and later moved to Spencer.        She met Garold McGuire while living in Spencer.  They became…

September 17, 1948 - February 4, 2018

Maurine Mary Spangler

Hartley, IA

     Maurine Mary Spangler, the daughter of Joseph and Ida (Benz) Hauber, was born February 8, 1918 in LeMars, IA.  Her childhood years were spent in Spencer, where she received her education, graduating from Spencer High School.      Maurine married Willard…

February 8, 1918 - January 29, 2018

Virgil "Corkey" Heinrichs

Spencer, IA

    Virgil John "Corkey" Heinrichs was born April 21, 1928, on a farm near Bridgewater, South Dakota.  His parents were Alphonse Heinrichs and Christina Wernimont.  Corkey spent his childhood in Carroll County, Iowa, where he graduated from 8th grade at St. Peter and…

April 21, 1928 - January 27, 2018

Reva Tomlinson

Spencer, IA

        Reva Mae Tomlinson, the daughter of Ralph and Iva (Nafe) Allen, was born on August 22, 1924, in Washta, IA. She grew up on a farm near Washta, where she attended country school and then attended Quimby High School, graduating in 1941. She attended York College…

August 22, 1924 - January 15, 2018

Bill LeRoy Quist

Kanawha, IA

     Bill Leroy Quist, A.K.A Big Red to some of his childhood cohorts, was born June 27, 1951.  Bill grew up in Spencer Iowa with his brother Roger, sister Nancy, and cousins Tammy (Faulkner) Nighswonger and Jerry Faulkner.  Growing up, Bill ensured Carrol's…

June 27, 1951 - January 14, 2018

Cleo Ann Wild

Royal, IA

Cleo was born January 5, 1919, the only child of Nels and Christine (Petersen) Hjelm.  They lived on a farm south of Royal.  Cleo attended Willow Creek country school for the first eight years of her schooling. She then attended high school in Royal, graduating in 1936. Cleo and her close…

January 5, 1919 - January 14, 2018

Franklyn D. Mortensen

Pomeroy, IA

  Franklyn Dean Mortensen was born September 20, 1938 to Dean Howard Mortensen and Ireane Mae Guy Mortensen.  He attended the Royal Community School.  He passed away on January 11, 2018 at the Pocahontas Hospital.      He was married to Linda Ann Wilken on…

September 20, 1938 - January 11, 2018

James Marvin Hofmeyer

Spencer, IA

James Marvin Hofmeyer, the son of Helen (Espey) Walker and Terrence Hofmeyer, was born on January 17, 1971 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.      He was raised in Spencer, IA and graduated May of 1989 from Spencer High School.  Went to school to get an Associate Degree from Iowa…

January 17, 1971 - January 9, 2018

Robert Martin Larsen

Sutherland, IA

     Robert "Bob" Martin Larsen, the son of John and Irene (Christensen) Larsen was born on January 2, 1945 on the farm near Anita, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Anita area, where he attended country school and later attended Anita High School. He later…

January 2, 1945 - January 8, 2018

February 11, 1970 - January 5, 2018

Clare Lucille Olsen

Spencer, IA

Clare Lucille Olsen, 96, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, on January 1, 2018, at her residence at the loving and caring Northshire Nursing Home in Spencer. She was born June 9, 1921 in Virgil, South Dakota to Archie and Mabel (Saville) Hebron.  Her family moved to Cherokee, Iowa,…

June 9, 1921 - January 1, 2018

James "Jim" Franklin Laddusaw

Spencer, IA

     James F. Laddusaw (Jim) was born March 11, 1935, in LeMars, Iowa, to Lawrence Laddusaw and Leona Ruba Laddusaw Smith. Jim grew up in Everly, Lake Park, and Sioux City. He graduated from Sioux City Heelan High School. From high school, Jim enlisted in the…

March 11, 1935 - December 31, 2017

Oliver Oscar Vogt

Spencer, IA

Oliver Oscar Vogt, the son of Oscar and Eleanor Blaue Vogt, was born March 13, 1924 in Gerald, MO.  At the age of 5, his family moved to Iowa where Ollie received his early education in country schools and later graduated from Calumet High School.  He continued his education at Buena…

March 13, 1924 - December 29, 2017

Dale Martin Tesch

Milford, IA

Dale Martin Tesch, the son of Harry and Nora Holtgrewe Tesch was born July 17, 1946 in Paullina, Iowa.  Dale received his early education from Primghar Country School and graduated from the Primghar High School.       On August 6, 1965, Dale married Rita Van Heuvelen…

July 17, 1946 - December 27, 2017

Lynda Gail Schmidt

Spencer, IA

     Lynda Gail Nagel, the daughter of Henry and Sadena Nagel, was born on November 1, 1946, in Adrian, Minnesota.  For most of her youth, she lived on a farm where she attended country school in Allendorf, Iowa, and later graduated from Little Rock High School.  Following…

November 1, 1946 - December 27, 2017

Janis Elizabeth Sieh

Okoboji, IA

Janis (Jan) Sieh was born in Omaha on November 5th, 1922 to the parents of Lester and Mildred Shoemaker. She attended North High School in Omaha, Nebraska and Omaha University prior to her employment in the Vice President's office of the Union Pacific Railroad during the war…

November 5, 1922 - December 27, 2017

Paul Conrad Haaland

Laurens, IA

     Paul Conrad Haaland, the son of Thorvald and Margaret (Meredith) Haaland was born December 28, 1950 in Spencer, IA. He grew up in the Royal, IA area, attending Clay Central schools and graduating from Clay Central High School in (1968?) He furthered his education at Iowa State…

December 28, 1950 - December 24, 2017

Robert Guerttman

Spencer, IA

      Robert Case Guerttman, the son of William and Luella (Case) Guerttman, was born on November 10, 1921, in Humboldt, Iowa.  Robert received his early education at Humboldt Schools.  The family moved to Spencer when Robert was 14.  He graduated from Spencer…

November 10, 1921 - December 23, 2017

Thomas John Hegel

Everly, IA

     Thomas John Hegel, the son of John and Clementine (Scheetz) Hegel, was born October 12, 1941 in New Salem, ND.  His childhood years were spent on a ranch outside of Elmont, ND, where he received his early education at country schools, later graduating from Elmont High…

October 12, 1941 - December 19, 2017

February 20, 1929 - December 15, 2017

Betty Louise Runkle

Spencer, IA

Betty Louise Koehnk Runkle, the daughter of Otto and Anna Bielfeldt Koehnk was born November 24, 1926 in Clay County, Iowa.  She was raised on a farm southwest of Everly, graduating from Everly as valedictorian of the class of 1944.      She attended Iowa State Teachers…

November 24, 1926 - December 11, 2017

Shawn Lee Smith

Fostoria, IA

     Shawn Lee Smith, the son of Dennis "Patrick" and Nancy (Mengelsen) Smith, was born May 30, 1967 in Spencer, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent in Fostoria, where he received his education, graduating from Milford High School. After his schooling, he learned…

May 30, 1967 - December 9, 2017

Floyd Forrest Faulkner

Spencer, IA

     Floyd Forrest Faulkner, the son of Gerald and Golda (Hupp) Faulkner, was born December 14, 1941, in Spencer, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent in Spencer, where he received his education.  Following his schooling, he worked as a truck driver for several…

December 14, 1941 - December 8, 2017

Frank Ewing Tuttle

Spencer, IA

            Frank Ewing Tuttle, 100, passed away quietly at the Spencer Hospital on December 7, 2017.  The son of Randall Marcus Tuttle and Ruth Ewing Tuttle grew up on a farm on the edge of NW Spencer with his 2 brothers, Peter and Thomas, and they spent their…

July 4, 1917 - December 7, 2017

Margaret June Mueller

Peterson, IA

    Margaret June Mueller, the daughter of Martin and Ellen (Emanuelson) Jones, was born June 5, 1928 in Linn Grove, IA.  Her childhood years were spent in Peterson, where she received her education, graduating from Peterson High School in 1946.  She worked as a waitress…

June 5, 1928 - December 7, 2017

Rex Travis

Spencer, IA

    Rex Sunday Travis, the son of Roy and Beatrice Lucille (Sunday) Travis, was born November 5, 1919 in Manson, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent in Pocahontas, Iowa, where he received his education, graduating from Pocahontas High School.  After his schooling, he…

November 5, 1919 - December 3, 2017

Samuel George Crosser

Spencer, IA

Samuel Crosser, beloved husband, father, grandfather,  great-grandfather and dear friend to all, passed away peacefully on November 29, 2017, at Northshire Care Facility in Spencer, Iowa. Sam was born on July 30, 1932, to Milton and Hilda (Jepson) Crosser in Primghar, Iowa.  After…

July 30, 1932 - November 29, 2017

Service of Remembrance 2017

We light a candle of love... In celebration of the people... And the times... That were important in our lives.Warner Funeral Home, Hospice of Spencer Hospital, Abben Cancer Center and Area Churches held their annual Service of Remembrance on Monday, November 27th, 2017 at the Hope Reformed…

November 27, 2017 - November 27, 2017

William Dean Schindler

Spencer, IA

     William (Bill) Schindler, the son of Gertrude and Everett Schindler, was born November 15, 1947 in Cedar Rapids, IA.  His childhood years were spent in Cedar Rapids area, where he received his education and graduated from George Washington High School in Cedar…

November 15, 1947 - November 25, 2017

Dale Marvin Brower

Spencer, IA

     Dale Marvin Brower, WWII Navy flight instructor officially went "off duty" at 2:10 P.M., Saturday, November 25, 2017.  Dale was born to Marie and Gerritt Brower on March 16, 1922 in Plessis, Iowa. He was 95 ½ y/o soul.  Dale's heart simply…

March 16, 1922 - November 25, 2017

Wayne G. Brown

Peterson, IA

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established by the family.      Wayne Gibbons Brown, the son of Lee and Winifred (Gibbons) Brown was born February 19, 1925 in Peterson, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Peterson area where he attended school,…

February 19, 1925 - November 25, 2017

Tracy Jay Vestweber

Spencer, IA

      Tracy Jay Vestweber, the son of Jack and Gala (Kruger) Vestweber, was born in Clarion, Iowa on May 10, 1960. He received his early education in Dows.      On September 30, 1978, Tracy married Eva LaRue in Eagle Grove, Iowa. Following their marriage, they…

October 5, 1960 - November 24, 2017

Jim Harold Hass

Peterson, IA

     Jim Harold Hass, the son of Harold and Beulah (Purcell) Hass, was born on February 8, 1941, in Sutherland, IA. He was raised and received his early education there, graduating from Sutherland High School. After graduation he ran the Champlain gas station for a few years. In 1965…

February 8, 1941 - November 24, 2017

Jo Ann Merrill

Greenville, IA

In lieu of flowers, memorials will be given to the Spencer Brain Tumor Walk by the family. JoAnn (Rusk) Merrill, the daughter of Clayton James Rusk and Lucille Harriet (Adams) Rusk was born on August 2, 1954, in Spencer, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent on the family farm near…

August 2, 1954 - November 23, 2017

Pane Lovan

Spencer, IA

     Pane Lovan, 48 of Spencer, Iowa, passed away on Thanksgiving Day, November 23, 2017. He was born on February 24, 1969, in Vientiane, Laos, the son of Phin Lovan and Luong thi An, and Vinh and Beng Lovan.      Pane was a social person, free spirited and…

February 24, 1969 - November 23, 2017

Harriet Jean Johannsen

Spencer, IA

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established by the family.      Harriet Jean Johannsen, the daughter of Harry and Emma (Kaiser) Hill, was born January 12, 1929, in Sutherland, Iowa.  She received her early education through the 5th grade in rural Waterman #4…

January 12, 1929 - November 22, 2017

March 24, 1946 - November 18, 2017

Terry Donald Steffen

Linn Grove, IA

Terry Donald Steffen, second son of Donald Clarence and Lucile May (Olson) Steffen was born on February 23, 1952 in Spencer, Iowa. He was baptized, confirmed, and learned to make homemade ice cream at the Rossie United Church of Christ. Terry attended Greenville-Rossie and Clay Central schools in…

February 23, 1952 - November 17, 2017

June Clara Gonnerman

Hartley, IA

June Clara Hansen, daughter of Carl Hansen and Agnes Koep Hansen, was born in Everly, Iowa, on March 12, 1922.  The family moved to rural Hartley when June was a teen. She graduated from Hartley High School in 1940…

March 12, 1922 - November 16, 2017

Clifford Froehlich

Spencer, IA

Clifford Edward Froehlich, the son of Walter and Mary (Thiel) Froehlich was born August 9, 1919 in Cherokee, IA.  His childhood years were spent near Mary Hill, west of Cherokee.  He attended Mary Hill Catholic School until he was 13, when his family moved to Everly, IA.  He…

August 9, 1919 - November 15, 2017

Florence Mae Selzer

Omaha, NE

Florence Mae (Winterboer) Selzer, age 85, formerly of Everly, IA, established her angel wings at Hillcrest Shadow Lake nursing home in Papillion, NE, on Sunday, November 12, 2017. Just 10 days short of her 86th birthday.      Florence was born November 22, 1931, to Harm &…

November 22, 1931 - November 12, 2017

Mildred Elizabeth Bruns

Spencer, IA

     Mildred Elizabeth Bruns, the daughter of William and Cora (Crouch) Douglass was born January 16, 1916 in Hampton, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Hampton area where she attended school, graduating from Hampton High School. She then attended Iowa State…

January 16, 1916 - November 11, 2017

Milton Burdette Geidl

Spencer, IA

     Milton Burdette Geidl, the son of Case Corwin and Eva (Kirkpatrick) Geidl, was born May 10, 1928, in Miami, Florida.  His childhood years were spent in Miami and Sioux City, IA, where he received his education.  Burdette entered the military in 1946 and served with the…

May 10, 1928 - November 10, 2017

Sue Ann Wee

Spirit Lake, IA

Sue Ann Wee, the daughter of Henry and Elise (Mueller) Tewald, was born May 25, 1945 in MeKenyes, Hungary.  Her childhood years were spent in Hungary and Germany.  Sue moved to the United States in 1956 and later became a U.S. Citizen in 1966.   She received her education in…

May 25, 1945 - November 7, 2017

Maerene "Mickey" C. Mason

Spencer, IA

     Maerene Mason, the daughter of Reuben and Elizabeth (Heien) Curry was born October 23, 1929 in Spencer, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Spencer area, where she attended school and graduated from Spencer High School in 1947. She then attended Ft. Dodge Beauty Academy in…

October 25, 1929 - November 3, 2017

Kenneth Marvin Pick

Spencer, IA

Kenneth Marvin Pick, 69 years old, passed away at his home in Spencer, IA on Thursday, November 2, 2017 surrounded by his family after a courageous 20-month battle with pancreatic cancer.      Kenneth Marvin Pick, son of Andrew Joseph and Mary Bertha Poeckes Pick, was born…

March 16, 1948 - November 2, 2017

Dorothy Marie Schmid

Spencer, IA

     Dorothy Marie Glade Schmid, daughter of Albert and Matie Riebesehl Glade was born September 10, 1912 on a farm near Ocheyedan, IA. She was called home by her Lord on October 31, 2017 at the age of 105.      Dorothy attended parochial and public high school…

September 10, 1912 - October 31, 2017

Robert Carpenter

Lake Park , IA

Robert Dale Carpenter, the son of George Nicholas and Dorothy Helen Morris Carpenter, was born October 19, 1931 in Redfield, Iowa.       Robert worked many years for Echo Plus in Spirit Lake, Iowa and eventually retired.  He lived most of his life in Lake Park, Iowa.…

October 19, 1931 - October 30, 2017

Donald Francis Hrubes

Spencer, IA

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established by the family.      Donald Francis Hrubes, 77 years old, was born January 1, 1940 in Britt, IA, and was the eldest son of Frank and Alice (Rokos) Hrubes. He was baptized at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church in Duncan and grew up…

January 1, 1940 - October 28, 2017

James Franklin Lorenzen

Spencer, IA

James Franklin Lorenzen, the son of Frank and Clara Radgey Lorenzen was born February 10, 1953 in Spencer, Iowa.  He received his education from Spencer High School.  Following his schooling, Jim worked for the Railroad for 6 years and then for Don O'Hara for two years along with…

February 10, 1953 - October 28, 2017

William "Bill" Howard Brennan

Spencer, IA

    William "Bill" Howard Brennan, the son of William Michael and Beulah (Lueken) Brennan, was born August 22, 1929 in Rural Ruthven, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent in the Ruthven area, graduating from Ruthven High School.  After his schooling, he entered…

August 22, 1929 - October 27, 2017

Richard Gordon Harris

Spencer, IA

Richard G. Harris, the son of Leon and Viola (Twigg) Harris, was born May 16, 1929 in Rolfe, IA.  His early childhood years were spent in Rolfe until his family moved to Everly, IA in 1935.  In Everly, he attended a country grade school. He went on to graduate from Everly High School in…

May 16, 1929 - October 25, 2017

Jessie Lee Brustares

Spirit Lake, IA

Jessie Lee Brustares was born December 3, 1987, in Spencer, IA, and passed away Sunday, October 22, 2017, in Sioux Falls, SD, following a sudden illness. He was 29 years old.       He is preceded in death by his grandfather, Peter Brustares, Jr.; his grandmother, Gwen…

December 3, 1987 - October 22, 2017

Jerred Loudermilk

Royal, IA

Jerred Lee Loudermilk, the son of John and Jennifer Larson Loudermilk, was born July 23, 1976 at the Spencer Hospital.  He loved growing up and helping on the farm and graduated from Spencer High School.  He attended SW Technical School in Jackson, MN.  He then became a carpenter in…

July 23, 1976 - October 20, 2017

Jerry Ganzevoort

St. Charles, MN

     Jerry Ganzevoort, the son of Cyril and Marie (Mathis) Ganzevoort was born on April 26, 1945, in Greenville, KY. Jerry graduated from Sioux Valley Community Schools, lettering in basketball and track. (He broke the track record for the mile) Jerry entered the U.S. Army in…

April 26, 1945 - October 20, 2017

Arvin George Schmidt

Everly, IA

     Arvin George Schmidt, the son of John and Lena (Frick) Schmidt, was born September 2, 1932 in Spencer, IA.  His childhood years were spent in Moneta, IA, where he received his education, graduating from Moneta High School.  He later attended and graduated from Des…

September 2, 1932 - October 17, 2017

Roger Lee Hayenga

Arnolds Park, IA

Roger Lee Hayenga was a scholar. He was quick to teach, and sometimes quick to teach you to educate yourself. Many remember asking him a question and receiving the answer, "Look it up." Not because he didn't know, but because Roger wanted you to own your knowledge. He believed…

July 1, 1947 - October 16, 2017

Carol Janet Lowe

Sutherland, IA

     Carol Janet Lowe, the daughter of Melvin and Vivian (Johnson) Aakhus, was born December 25, 1946 in Hartley, Iowa.  She grew up in Everly, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Everly High School in 1965.  She was confirmed at the Hope Lutheran Church…

December 25, 1946 - October 13, 2017

Barbara Jean Umbrell-McDonough

Spencer, IA

Barbara Jean McDonough-Umbrell, the daughter of Marguerite Loehr and Raymond Winthers, was born April 9, 1947, in Webb, Iowa.    She received her early education in Webb and later at South Clay High School.      Barbara married Marvin Umbrell in 1965 at the…

April 9, 1947 - October 5, 2017

Connie Jean Baker

Spencer, IA

Connie Jean Baker was born on January 23, 1954 in Spencer, Iowa.  Her early childhood years in Everly.  She graduated from Spencer High School in 1973.  On June 16, 1973, she married her husband, Kent.  They welcomed her first child, Lisa, that same year.  Three years…

January 23, 1954 - October 2, 2017

Alida "Jo" Josephine Tuttle

Spencer, IA

Alida "Jo" Josephine Tuttle, the daughter of Ray Porter Black and Mable (Cross) Black, was born August 26, 1920, in Webb, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent in Spencer where she received her education, graduating from Spencer High School in 1938.  She lived in Clay County…

August 26, 1920 - October 2, 2017

Joy Marie Austad

Fostoria, IA

     Joy Marie Austad, the daughter of William and Alice (Zick) Walterman was born October 19, 1946, in Madison, SD. Her childhood years were spent in the Madison area where she attended school and graduated from Madison High School. After graduation Joy moved to Aberdeen, SD, where…

October 19, 1946 - October 2, 2017

Carly Anne Kreibaum

Sutherland, IA

     Carly Anne Kreibaum, the daughter of Roger and Gail (Noethe) Buchholtz, was born on December 9, 1983 in Sheldon, Iowa. She was baptized at the First Presbyterian Church in Sibley in 1984 and later confirmed in 1998. She was raised and attended school in Sibley, graduating in…

December 9, 1983 - October 2, 2017

Darrel Rae Walton

Everly, IA

Darrel Rae Walton, the son of Boyd and Edna (Allen) Walton, was born January 21, 1945 in Everly, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent in Everly, where he received his education, graduating from Everly High School in 1962.  After his schooling, he worked in Spencer, Iowa at Globe…

January 21, 1945 - October 1, 2017

Don B Phipps

Peterson, IA

     Don B. Phipps, the son of David and Donna (Yeager) Phipps was born April 6, 1958, in Eagle Grove, Iowa. As a child, Don and his family moved around a lot. He enlisted in the U.S. Army at the age of 18 and served until his Honorable Discharge.      Don worked…

April 6, 1958 - October 1, 2017

December 26, 1944 - September 26, 2017

Ruth LaVonne Batschelet

Spencer, IA

Ruth Lavonne Batschelet, the daughter of Gabe and Bessie (Fallon) Bolyard, was born on October 22, 1930, in Spencer, Iowa.  She grew up on a farm near Greenville and attended school in Gillett Grove, Iowa, until she was in 4th grade.  In the fall of 1940, her family moved to a farm north…

October 22, 1930 - September 26, 2017

Phyllis Mae Eifert

Hartley, IA

Phyllis Mae Dahnke Eifert was born February 13, 1931, in Hartley, Iowa, to Irvin Fred and Lizzie (Wittrock) Dahnke.      Phyllis grew up on a farm near Hartley, Iowa.  She moved with her family to Sutherland, Iowa, where she attended grade school, and later attended and…

February 13, 1931 - September 26, 2017

Thomas Lloyd Pearson

     Thomas Lloyd Pearson, the son of Richard Nells and Louisa (Olson) Pearson, was born October 21, 1928 in Fostoria, IA.  His childhood years were spent in Milford, IA, where he received his education, graduating from Milford High School.  After his schooling, he enlisted…

October 21, 1928 - September 19, 2017

Colton Mitchell Baschke

Spirit Lake, IA

Colton Mitchell Baschke, the son of Mitch & Missy Baschke was born on June 23, 1991 in Spencer IA. Colton grew up in Spencer and graduated from Spencer High School in 2009. He then attended college at ICCC in Fort Dodge and then ILCC in Spencer. Colton was employed at Polaris Industries in…

June 23, 1991 - September 19, 2017

Edith Mary Hansen

Spencer, IA

Edith Hansen, the daughter of Edward Francis and Frances Lucille Barnette Washington, was born November 29, 1914 in Ruthven, IA.  She received her early education at a country school in Ruthven and graduated from Spencer High School.      Edith married Ervin Hansen on…

November 29, 1914 - September 18, 2017

Virginia Gayle Koenen

     Virginia Gayle Koenen, the daughter of Fred and Matie (Gipple) Richter, was born on August 5, 1920 in Anita, Iowa. At an early age, her family moved to Sac City, IA, where she graduated from high school in 1938.      Virginia married Donald Lester Koenen on…

August 5, 1920 - September 18, 2017

Melinda "Mindy" Jane Petersen

Bloomington, MN

Melinda (55) passed away September 13, 2017 in Bloomington, MN.  Melinda – or Mindy as she was known – was born October 10, 1961 in Spencer, Iowa.  In recent years, Mindy resided at a REM group home in Minneapolis, Minnesota.  She attended a daycare workshop, RISE…

October 10, 1961 - September 13, 2017

Raymond "Glenn" Hart

Spencer, IA

         Raymond Glenn Hart, the son of Raymond and Ethel (Mason) Hart was born on September 21, 1924, in Langdon, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Langdon area where he attended school and graduated from Webb High School. He then furthered his education at the…

September 21, 1924 - September 13, 2017

Stuart Kruse

Spirit Lake, IA

  Stuart Frank Kruse, the son of Frank and Marilyn (Hughes) Kruse, was born October 24, 1962 in Spencer, Iowa.  His childhood years were spent in Royal, where he received his education from Clay Central Community Schools.     After his schooling he enlisted in the U.S.…

October 24, 1962 - September 12, 2017

Helen "Connie" Jane Peters

Spencer, IA

Helen 'Connie' Jane Peters, the daughter of Walter and Annie Speth Conrad, was born November 27, 1925 in Bingham Lake, MN.  Connie received her early education at Meadow Township School in Lake Center and graduated from Spencer High School in 1943.      Connie married…

November 27, 1925 - September 6, 2017

Velma Mae Crew

     Velma Mae Crew (Brinkley) was the daughter of Cleve and Florence Brinkley.  Her childhood was spent in rural Ayrshire where she graduated from Silver Lake Consolidated School.      Velma married Marvin on May 22, 1940 at the Methodist Church in…

January 5, 1916 - September 5, 2017

Delores May Meier

Delores May Meier, the daughter of Herbert and Margaret (Leonard) Graham, was born December 22, 1933 in Logan, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Logan, where she received her education, graduating from Logan High School. While in high school, she was a cheerleader, was a member of the school…

December 22, 1933 - September 3, 2017

Donna Rae Schwarz

      Donna Rae Schwarz, the daughter of Fred and Hilda (Ringler) Winter, was born March 10, 1938 in Sioux City, Iowa.  Her childhood years were spent in Sioux City, Iowa, where she received her education graduating from Sioux City East High School.     …

March 10, 1938 - September 2, 2017

Bonnie Albertson

Bonnie Albertson celebrated life, and it showed. And when she talked of death she made it known that she wanted a celebration after she died. Little did she, or any of us, know that she would be present for a celebration in her last days of life. Bonnie (Sanderson) Albertson, 74, of Spirit Lake,…

February 23, 1943 - September 1, 2017

Bryan Jay Granstra

Spencer, IA

Bryan Jay Granstra was born on May 13, 1958 in Sioux Falls, SD. He went home to meet his Savior on August 31, 2017 at the age of 59. He was the beloved son of Barney J. and Shirley (Ruehle) Granstra both living in Spencer.      He was baptized in Pierre SD Lutheran Memorial…

May 13, 1958 - August 31, 2017

June Myers

(Mona) June Myers, the daughter of Carl Andrew and Audrey Juliel (Griffin) Holmberg, was born July 3, 1932 on a farm north of Dickens. She received her early education at a country school near Dickens. Her family later moved to a farm south of Rossie, where she continued her education,…

July 3, 1932 - August 30, 2017

Charles Clayborn Clifton

Knoxville, IA

On August 29th, 2017 at the age of 97, Charles Clayborn Clifton of Knoxville Iowa, formerly of Spencer, Iowa, passed away peacefully at Homestead Assisted Living in Knoxville, Iowa. Charles Clifton, the son of Cloyd and Cordelia Clifton, was born on January 27, 1920 in Peterson, Iowa. He grew up in…

January 27, 1920 - August 29, 2017

Janine Cecelia Cook

Janine Cook passed away at McKeenen Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD on Friday August 25th, 2017 at the age of 77 with her husband and children present. Janine, the daughter of Clifford and Bernice Wilmot, was born in Spencer, Iowa on June 27th, 1940. Janine's childhood was spent in Terril, Iowa…

June 27, 1940 - August 25, 2017

Eleanor Ruth Essick

Eleanor Ruth Essick, the daughter of Arthur and Mae Anderson Woodford, was born January 7, 1926 on a farm in Webb, Iowa. She received her early education from the Garfield School and graduated from Garfield Webb High School in 1943. Eleanor married Robert "Bob" Essick on December 3, 1943 in…

January 7, 1926 - August 25, 2017

Sylvia Kindlespire

Sylvia Ann Kindlespire, the daughter of Thomas Nelson and Ivah May (Day) Wright was born November 13, 1933 in Spencer, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Spencer area where she attended school. Sylvia married Howard Kindlespire in Jackson, MN on September 16, 1950. She moved to Brigham…

November 13, 1933 - August 20, 2017

Junior Ray 'Chester' Cook

Junior Ray 'Chester' Cook, the son of Chester Ray, Sr. and Geraldine Cleone (Moe) Cook, was born on December 29, 1938, in Algona, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Algona area where he received his early education and graduated from Algona High School. Following high school, he…

December 29, 1938 - August 18, 2017

Gladys Mae Stoever

Gladys Mae Stoever, the daughter of Russell and Ruth (Moffitt) McConnell, was born May 7, 1931, in Marcus, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Marcus where she received her education, graduating from Marcus High School in 1949. After her schooling, she worked for a clothing store in Marcus. …

May 7, 1931 - August 17, 2017

Mark Steven Heddinger

Mark Steven Heddinger, the son of Shirley Mae Heddinger, was born March 4, 1952 in Hartley, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer, where he attended Sacred Heart Catholic School and later graduated from Spencer High School in 1971. Mark attended a community college in Estherville.…

March 4, 1952 - August 17, 2017

October 28, 1929 - August 16, 2017

Robert LeRoy Stoeber

Robert LeRoy STOEBER was born in Sioux City, IA. October 19, 1925, to Albert and Elizabeth (Heuertz) Stoeber. Shortly after his birth, he moved with his family to LeMars, IA, living at 24 6th Av SE, (3 doors east of the church) where he attended St. Joseph School, graduating in 1943. He…

October 19, 1925 - August 9, 2017

Diana Lea Lauck

Diana Lea Lauck, the daughter of James and Ada (Dagfinson) Lauck was born March 22, 1946 in Spencer, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Spencer area where she attended school and graduated from Spencer High School. After graduation she attended Business School in Des Moines, IA,…

March 22, 1946 - August 5, 2017

Anna Marie Hamrick

Anna Marie Hamrick, the daughter of Josh and Krista (Harkema) Hamrick, was born on October 2, 2008, in Spencer, Iowa. Anna loved school and was excited to start 3rd grade this year at Fairview Elementary. She loved playing with her brothers and her two dogs. She loved to sing, do cartwheels,…

October 2, 2008 - August 4, 2017

Lester Allen Hicks

Lester Hicks, the son of Harold and Myrtle (Schlichting) Hicks, was born March 28, 2017 in Cherokee, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Cherokee, where he received his education, graduating from Cherokee Washington High School. After high school, he attended Iowa State University and…

March 28, 1938 - August 3, 2017

David Harms Klooster

David Harms Klooster was born at rural Magnolia, MN on May 6, 1933 to John (Jack) Klooster & Ann Buus. He spent his early years in Southwestern, MN. He served in the U.S. Army from 1953-1955 and was stationed in Korea. Dave married Elaine Dirks in 1956 and they had three children together. …

May 6, 1933 - July 22, 2017

Rose Marie Kast

Rose Marie Kast, the daughter of Donald and Fay (Pike) Armstrong, was born February 14, 1921 in Kellerton, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Kellerton, where she attended school. On June 24, 1971, Rose married Robert Kast in Blair, NE. Rose lived in several communities Omaha, Tucson, San…

February 14, 1921 - July 16, 2017

Marjorie Jean Scharnberg

Marjorie Jean Scharnberg, the daughter of John "Bob" and Dollie (Lorenzon) Thorne, was born January 7, 1928 in Moneta, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Moneta, IA, where she received her education, graduating from Moneta High School. Marge married Darrel Scharnberg on February 2,…

January 7, 1928 - July 16, 2017

Delores 'Dee' Lorraine Salzkorn

Delores Lorraine Salzkorn, the daughter of Arnold and Verda (Hoover) McClurg, was born on November 5, 1940 in Olivia MN. Her family moved to Iowa when she was six years old. Her childhood years were spent in rural Pocahontas, IA area. Delores received her education in Pocahontas Public School.…

November 5, 1940 - July 12, 2017

June 14, 1945 - July 10, 2017

Delores 'Delci' Bressman

On Monday, July 10th her spirit was released from her worn out shell of a body and now is exploring the universe. On July 24th, 1940, Delci was born on East 12th Street in a small house in Spencer to Harvey and Gladys Rose Davis. Dr. King delivered Delci and told her mom it was…

July 24, 1940 - July 10, 2017

Joyce Darlene Gacke

Joyce Darlene Gacke, the daughter of Edward and Marguerite (Henning) Gacke, was born October 4, 1928 in Royal, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Royal, Iowa where she received her education, later attending Everly High School and graduating from Milford High School. Joyce lived in…

October 4, 1928 - July 10, 2017

Reginald 'Redge' Berg

Redge Olander Berg was born at Waterville, Iowa, June 8, 1939, to Charles O. and Jean M. Berg. He attended Waukon schools and graduated from West Waterloo High School in 1957. He then attended the University of Iowa obtaining his BA degree in 1961 and his JD degree from the College of Law in…

June 8, 1939 - July 9, 2017

John 'Jack' Nalley

John Patrick Nalley-'Jack' to nearly all who knew him-died at home on July 9, 2017, surrounded by family. He was 91. The longtime Spencer resident was born in Royal, Iowa, on May 2, 1926, the youngest child of Dr. and Mrs. J. H. Nalley. (Mrs. Nalley was the former Esther Ales.) In 1944, the…

May 2, 1926 - July 9, 2017

Gloria Ann Dykstra

Gloria Ann Snyder Dykstra, youngest daughter of Harold and Clara (Meyer) Snyder, was born in Stanhope, Iowa on February 28, 1932. Her family relocated to Hartley when she was in grade school, graduating from Hartley High School on 1949, where she was a member of the band, the newspaper and…

February 28, 1932 - July 5, 2017

Irene Elaine Triplett

Irene Elaine Triplett, the daughter of Beach and Edith (Thompson) Nelson, was born in Sutherland, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Sutherland community, and it was there that she received her early education and graduated from high school. On October 28, 1946, Irene married Harold…

December 25, 1926 - July 4, 2017

Sylvester 'Robert' Fahnlander

Sylvester Robert Fahnlander, the son of Sylvester and Lucille (Gustafson) Fahnlander was born in Fargo, North Dakota on November 16th, 1934, the oldest of three children. Bob began school in Fargo until his family relocated to Sioux City. Bob attended Catholic grade school and was confirmed in…

November 16, 1934 - July 3, 2017

Ivor 'Van' George Reuter III

Ivor George Reuter III was born on June 18, 1963 in Spencer, IA to Norma (Hanse) and Ivor Reuter. He passed from this life at the age of 54 on July 3, 2017 after a long and brave struggle with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, while waiting on a lung transplant at the University of Iowa…

June 18, 1963 - July 3, 2017

James 'Jim' Morony

James Rutherford Morony, the son of Paul and Margaret (Rutherford) Morony, was born on February 24, 1928, in Burlington, IA. His family moved to Spencer when he was a child. He received his education here and graduated from high school in 1946. He then attended Iowa State for two years and then the…

February 24, 1928 - July 2, 2017

Margaret Lundquist

Margaret Maxine Lundquist, the daughter of George and Flossie (Faulkner) Franklin, was born April 12, 1917 in Spencer, Iowa where she received her early education. She passed away on July 1, 2017 at the Spencer Hospital at the age of 100. On August 11, 1935, she married the love of her life,…

April 12, 1917 - July 1, 2017

Harold Gross

Harold Joseph 'DUTCH' Gross was born August 14, 1921 in Greenville, Iowa to John and Katherine (Berberich) Gross. His childhood was spent on his parent's farm near Greenville. He attended primary and High School in Gillette Grove where he graduated in 1939. Harold was an outstanding athlete…

August 14, 1921 - July 1, 2017

Helen Hart

Helen Lorraine Hart, the daughter of Clarence and Marie (Colfack) Donaldson was born May 26, 1925 in Greenville, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Webb, IA area, where she went to Garfield Country School and graduated from Webb High School in 1942. Helen worked for the Webb Bank…

May 26, 1925 - June 28, 2017

Barbara Ann Shatto

Barbara Ann Shatto, the daughter of James Marion and Esther (McClain) Jones was born September 20, 1940 in Exira, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Spirit Lake, Iowa. During her adult years, she spent driving truck from 1967 to 1990. She retired from trucking and started working as a cook…

September 20, 1940 - June 28, 2017

Ruth May Hansen

Ruth May Hansen, the daughter of John and Lillie (Ostrom) Lorenz was born May 11, 1917 in Spencer, IA. Her parents moved to a farm near Dickens, IA, where she attended the Sioux Township rural school near her home. Ruth graduated from Dickens high school, and worked a year in Carters Grocery…

May 11, 1917 - June 27, 2017

Jeannine Winter

Jeannine Lila Winter, the daughter of Lester and Pearl (Arms) Welle was born on April 25, 1932 in Gillett Grove, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the rural Okoboji and Spencer, IA areas, where she attended school. She graduated from Okoboji Township High School in 1950. Jeannine…

April 25, 1932 - June 26, 2017

Marilyn Janice Pearson 'Tootie'

Marilyn Janice Pearson (Tootie) was born October 14, 1932 on the family farm in Everly Iowa to John B. and Jennie (Reents) Geerdes. Died June 25, 2017 at the age of 84 at the Hartley Community Memorial Health Center, Hartley Iowa. Marilyn attended Everly school. Married Everett F. Pearson on June…

October 14, 1932 - June 25, 2017

Lillian Ellen Wolff

Lillian was born on October 10, 1921 to Jesse and Lucille (Kramer) Monk of Ruthven, IA. She graduated from Ruthven High School in 1940. On March 22, 1945, She married Arlo M. Wolff. Following their marriage, they lived in Des Moines, IA, for a short time where Arlo completed technical…

October 10, 1921 - June 22, 2017

Bryan Ray Haburn

Bryan Ray Haburn, the son of John and Betty (Hansen) Haburn was born February 22, 1965 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Spencer area, where he grew up and attended school. Bryan married Kristine Severeid on May 10, 1986 in Spencer, IA. They had three children together,…

February 22, 1965 - June 18, 2017

William Edward Engelkes

William Edward Engelkes, the son of Hank and Irene (Houwen) Engelkes was born December 16, 1941 in Sibley, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Sibley area, where he grew up and attended school. William married Lillian Osterson on September 4, 1964 in Worthington, MN. He owned and…

December 16, 1941 - June 15, 2017

Lorraine Margaret Sarvold

Lorraine Sarvold, the daughter of William and Sena Jepson Busse, was born December 17, 1918, in Bigelow, Minnesota. When she was still a child they moved to Rock Rapids, Iowa. Lorraine graduated there and 4 years later they moved to Spencer, Iowa. On August 17, 1940 Lorraine married Frank…

December 17, 1918 - June 14, 2017

Ronald Gene Peterson

Ron was born January 28, 1929, in Sheldon, IA, to Bernard and Leta (Clow) Peterson of Archer, IA. He graduated from high school in 1947. Ron immediately enlisted in the U.S. Army and served until 1950 in Arlington, VA. He then enlisted in the Army Reserves and was employed by the Armed Forces…

January 28, 1929 - June 11, 2017

Linda L. Lowe

Linda Lee Lowe, the daughter of Herman and Hilda Dreller Graen, was born July 2, 1943 in Hartley, Iowa. Her childhood days were spent in Royal, Iowa where she received her early education and graduated in 1961. Linda was an avid reader and worked at various jobs in food service as a cook at…

July 2, 1943 - June 10, 2017

Robert Roy Hughes

Robert Roy Hughes, the son of George and Ruby (Henaman) Hughes was born on September 16, 1946 in Spencer, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Spencer area where he attended school and graduated from Spencer High School in 1964. Robert enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1965 and served…

September 16, 1946 - June 10, 2017

Milton Allen 'Muck' Roberts

Milton Allen Roberts, the son of Carlton and Bernice (St. John) Roberts, was born on September 13, 1929, in Fostoria, Iowa. He was raised on a farm and received his early education in country schools and then attended school in Arnolds Park where he graduated. Following high school, he worked…

September 13, 1929 - June 8, 2017

Robert Negus

Robert Neil Negus, the son of Orson and Elsie (Heinze) Negus, was born on September 2, 1932 in Sutherland, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Sutherland where he received his education, graduating from Sutherland High School in 1950. After high school, he worked for Lenhart farms. On…

September 2, 1932 - June 5, 2017

Duane Robert Milton

Duane Robert Milton, son of Henry and Louise (Zehnder) Milton was born June 16, 1927, at the family farm near Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Lake Center, Langdon area. Duane started farming at 17 years of age and retired at 65. Duane was a pioneer in the Ridge Till style of…

June 16, 1927 - June 2, 2017

Robert 'Bob' Blaue

Robert "Bob" Herman Blaue, the son of Harry and Kathie (Hansen) Blaue was born on July 27, 1931, in Cherokee, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Royal, IA, area where he attended school and graduated from Royal High School in 1949. Bob married Bonnie Goyette on November 25, 1951,…

July 27, 1931 - May 31, 2017

August 14, 1952 - May 31, 2017

Richard Duane Scroggin

Richard Scroggin of Hartley passed away Monday, May 29th, 2017 at Spencer Hospital. Abiding by his wishes, his body will be cremated. There will be no service. There will be a private family inurnment of the cremated remains. Arrangements are under the direction of Warner Funeral Home…

February 9, 1935 - May 29, 2017

James Arthur Vollmer

James Arthur 'Jim' was born to Arthur and Christine Vollmer January 9, 1933 on the family farm south of Spencer where his dad had also been born. It became a Century Farm in December 1993. He went to Hopewell country school through 8th grade, and then to Spencer High School where he met the…

January 9, 1933 - May 28, 2017

Robert Dean Regennitter

Robert Dean Regennitter, the son of Catherine (Terry) and Harry Regennitter was born on June 26, 1947 in Spencer, IA. His childhood years were spent in Spencer where he graduated from Spencer High School. Following high school, Robert enlisted in the Air Force stationed in San Bernardino, CA and…

June 26, 1947 - May 26, 2017

Sherry Cora Schlichte

Sherry Cora Schlichte, the daughter of Woody and Verna Meyer Schlichte, was born April 14, 1956 in LeMars, Iowa. She received her early education in Spencer, Iowa. Sherry lived at the Sunshine Center, which later became Hope Haven, most of her life. Sherry was an avid Chicago Cubs fan. She…

April 14, 1956 - May 25, 2017

Charles William Turnquist, Jr.

Charles William Turnquist, Jr., the son of Charles Sr., and Myrtle (Smith) Turnquist, was born on October 29, 1934, in Spencer, Iowa. He was raised and received his education in the Greenville and Rossie area where he graduated from high school in 1954. After graduation, he entered into the…

October 29, 1934 - May 24, 2017

Ben Toebes

Ben Toebes, the son of Henry and Lucy (Wieringa) Toebes, was born March 20, 1937 in Chicago, Illinois. His childhood years were spent in Berwyn, IL, where he received his education, graduating from Chicago Christian High School. After his schooling, he entered the National Guard and served…

March 20, 1937 - May 17, 2017

Robert Arthur Donahoo

Robert Arthur Donahoo was born in Cherokee, Iowa to Robert Charles and Wanda (Nothwehr) on February 14, 1962. He graduated from Sioux Valley Community Schools of Peterson and Linn Grove in 1980. He attended Kirkwood Community College in Cedar Rapids and studied swine production. In 1981 Bob…

February 14, 1962 - May 12, 2017

Henry Meyer

Henry Cornelius Meyer, the son of Roelf and Juerdine (Tammeus) Meyer was born on September 26, 1939 on a farm near Fulda, MN. It was there where he spent his childhood years. Later the family moved to a farm by Chandler, MN. Henry graduated from Chandler High School in 1957. For a few…

September 26, 1939 - May 12, 2017

Lillian Dempsey

Lillian B. Dempsey, the daughter of Robert and Anne (Treaner) Byers, was born September 18, 1930 in Hartley, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Hartley, where she received her education and graduated from the Hartley High School. Lillian married Donald L. Dempsey on March…

September 18, 1930 - May 11, 2017

Querida 'Sally' Belle Decker

Querida Belle Rickman Decker also known as Sally of Spencer, IA passed away peacefully May 10, 2017 after being able to see all of her children. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Warner Funeral Home. Querida was born March 31, 1924 in Powell, WY to Ray Emil Rickman and Blanche…

March 31, 1924 - May 10, 2017

Elaine Ruth Peterson

Elaine Ruth Peterson, the daughter of Albert and Grace Riley Smith, was born July 20, 1926 in rural Cherokee, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Cherokee, where she received her education and graduated from Cherokee High School in 1945. Elaine married Clifford Peterson on June 30, 1947…

July 20, 1926 - May 4, 2017

Rex Raymond Reed

Rex Raymond Reed, a resident of Charleston, South Carolina, and formerly of Madison, New Jersey, died peacefully on May 4, 2017 at the age of 95. Born in Peterson, Iowa to Dagmar Helen Heick Reed and Charles Bernard Reed, Rex spent his early years working on the family farm and attending the…

March 19, 1922 - May 4, 2017

Beulah LaVonne Singelstad

Beulah LaVonne Singelstad, the daughter of William and Altha (Messerly) Carroll, was born on September 2, 1924 in Fort Dodge, Iowa. She was raised and received her early education there, graduating from Fort Dodge High School. Following graduation, she worked at Boston's Department Store. …

September 2, 1924 - May 4, 2017

Donald Maschino

Donald (Don) Franklin Maschino was born in Pomeroy, IA to George and Carrie Maschino July 23, 1921 and passed away May 4, 2017. Don graduated from Pomeroy High School in 1938. He enlisted in the US Army Reserves in September 1942 and after graduating from radio school in Des Moines and radar…

July 23, 1921 - May 4, 2017

Melvin Henning

Melvin LeRoy Henning, the son of Elmer and Hannah (Sieck) Henning was born on July 30, 1933, on a farm near Crete, NE. He was baptized and confirmed in St. John's Lutheran Church in Kramer, NE. 'Mel' graduated from Crete High School in 1950. He served as a photographer in the U.S. Navy…

July 30, 1933 - April 28, 2017

Wayne Lee Frerichs

Wayne Lee Frerichs, the son of John and Pearl (Berends) Frerichs, was born January 12, 1945 in LeMars, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Greenville/Rossie area, where he received his early education, graduating from Greenville/Rossie Consolidated High School in 1963. After his…

January 12, 1945 - April 28, 2017

Ruth Margaret Hoffman

Ruth Margaret Hoffman, the daughter of Joseph and Mary (Halbur) Stevens, was born March 23, 1927 in Templeton, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Templeton, IA, where she received her education at Sacred Heart School. She later received her CNA in Nurses Training at Carroll Hospital. Ruth…

March 23, 1927 - April 27, 2017

Howard Thomas Kindlespire, Jr.

Howard Thomas Kindlespire Jr., the son of Howard and Mary (Raddon) Kindlespire was born August 13, 1927 in Spencer, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Spencer, IA area, where he attended school, graduating from Spencer High School in 1945. Howard enlisted in the U.S. Navy during WWII…

August 13, 1927 - April 27, 2017

Louis Charles Wiemers

Louis Charles Wiemers, 90, went to live with his Heavenly Father on April 24, 2017 after a courageous battle with cancer. Louis was born in Spencer, Iowa to Lot and Ragelina (Sonius) Wiemers in 1927. He graduated from Spencer High School in 1945. Louis was drafted into the Army in…

February 10, 1927 - April 24, 2017

Adeline Westphalen

Adeline Elaine Westphalen, the daughter of Henry and Fannie (Heinonen) Glander was born May 24, 1940 in Frazee, MN. Her childhood years were spent in the Perham, MN area where she attended school. Adeline married Bill Trunnell in 1958. They moved to Humboldt, IA before settling in…

May 24, 1940 - April 17, 2017

David Lee Hessman

David Lee Hessman, the son of David & Elma (Keller) Hessman, was born August 22, 1936 on a farm near Eliza & Buffalo Prairie, II. Dave was raised on a farm in Mercer County, IL. He attended the first 8 years of his education at a country school and four years in Joy, IL, where he graduated…

August 22, 1936 - April 15, 2017

Verlie Marie Anderson

Verlie Marie Anderson was born on March 20, 1942 to Columbus and Ethel Tilley in Moore, Arkansas. Verlie was raised in rural Dover, Arkansas where she had attended and graduated from Dover High School in 1960. She married in 1961 and later divorced. She was blessed with three children Cathy,…

March 20, 1942 - April 15, 2017

Patricia 'Patt' Woods

Patricia A. 'Patt' Woods, was born January 7, 1931 in California. Her childhood years were spent in California, where she received her early education. Patt's family later moved to Spencer, Iowa when she was 16 and she continued her education, graduating from Spencer High School. Patt…

January 7, 1931 - April 14, 2017

July 5, 1962 - April 14, 2017

Ruth Marie Johnson

Ruth Marie Johnson was born at home on the farm in Palo Alto County to Leo and Loretta Schany. She received her primary education in rural country schools. Ruth attended and graduated from Emmetsburg High School in 1948 and from Hamilton Business College the following year. Ruth…

December 3, 1929 - April 12, 2017

Bonnie Lou O'Hara

Bonnie Lou O'Hara, was born on October 16, 1930 to George Dickman and Nina Wilson in Melvin, IA. At an early age she moved to Spencer, where she went to school graduating with the great class of 1948. In 1950 she married and some years later she divorced. She was blessed with three awesome…

October 16, 1930 - April 10, 2017

Elvera Lauretta Kotrba

Elvera Lauretta Kotrba the daughter of Arne and Helga (Fagirli) Arneson, was born on November 20, 1915, in Niobrara, NE. Elvera had two sisters: Julia and Amy and three brothers: Edward, Orville and Lester. Elvera graduated from Niobrara High School on May 22, 1935, and Wayne College on July 17,…

November 20, 1915 - April 8, 2017

Donald Utley

Donald Amerson Utley, 83, of Lawson, Mo., passed away April 8, 2017. Donny was born January 17, 1934 in Gillette Grove, Iowa, to Orville and Loreta (Bennett) Utley. He was one of 13 children. When he was 18, he moved to Kansas City where he worked for Armco Steel for 40 years. Donny was known…

January 17, 1934 - April 8, 2017

Eileen Arndt

Eileen Florence Arndt, daughter of Henry and Ellen Olson Ricklefs, was born on September 6, 1925 in Ayrshire, Iowa. She was baptized and confirmed at Zion Lutheran Church in Ayrshire. Eileen graduated from Silver Lake Consolidated School in Ayrshire in 1943. She attended Hamilton School of…

September 6, 1925 - April 6, 2017

Rodney Drew Burgeson

Rodney, son of Glen and Fern (Baker) Burgeson, was born on November 15, 1939. Born and raised in Peterson, Rodney married the love of his life, Lorna Endersby, on October 11, 1960 and they made their home southwest of Peterson until moving to Spirit Lake in 2002 upon retirement. Born to Rod and…

November 15, 1939 - April 3, 2017

David Michael Haviland

David Michael Haviland, 54, of Spencer, passed away after courageously battling a long illness on Monday, April 3, 2017, at the Spencer Hospital surrounded by his beloved family. David was born January 10, 1963, in Fort Dodge, IA. After graduating from High School in 1981, he spent the…

January 10, 1963 - April 3, 2017

Herbert Eilers

Herbert George Eilers was born February 3, 1940, in Carroll, Iowa to Harry Herman and Rose Ann (Vonnahme) Eilers. He received his education at St. Joseph Catholic School in Milford, Iowa. Herb worked for his father and brothers on the farm until enlisting in the Army in 1961. He served…

February 3, 1940 - April 1, 2017

Fern Webster

Fern Leona Webster, the daughter of Clarence and Clara (Batcheler) Webster was born July 28, 1925, in rural Peterson, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Peterson area where she attended school. Fern enjoyed playing checkers, bingo, crafting, bible study, spending time at the…

July 28, 1925 - April 1, 2017

Simon Jacob Paul

Simon Jacob Paul, the son of Benjamin and Ashley Paul, was born January 5, 2017 at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, MO. Born prematurely at 26 weeks and 6 days, he was transferred to the NICU at St. Louis Children's Hospital under the care of extraordinary doctors, nurses, respiratory…

January 5, 2017 - March 31, 2017

Alta Lou Bruns

Alta Lou Bruns, the daughter of James Albert and Evelyn Ella (Simpson) Handy, was born April 12, 1937 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer, where she received her early education. She later finished her education at Sutherland High School. Alta married Gordon…

April 12, 1937 - March 30, 2017

Rose Ann M. Weiskircher

Rose Ann Monica Weiskircher, the daughter of Matt and Anna (Nosbusch) Tholkes, was born March 26, 1918 in St. Leo, MN. Her childhood years were spent in Mankato, where she received her education at Good Council Academy High School graduating in 1935. She moved Spencer, Iowa in 1938 and…

March 26, 1918 - March 29, 2017

Edna Maxine Erichsen

Edna Maxine Erichsen, the daughter of William Guy and Mary Edna (Powell) Woodall, was born January 8, 1924 at the farm in Highland Township north of Sutherland, Iowa. The youngest of six children, she admitted to being spoiled by her siblings. She graduated from Sutherland High School in…

January 8, 1924 - March 28, 2017

Robert Dale Hinton

Robert Dale Hinton, the son of Delbert and Edith (Stockdale) Hinton, was born April 19, 1921 in Bradford, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Iowa Falls, where he received his education, graduating from Iowa Falls High School. After his schooling, he entered the military and served with…

April 19, 1921 - March 25, 2017

Ruth Jean Prentice

Ruth Jean Wulkow, daughter of Richard and Augusta (Peters) Wulkow, recently of Milford, Iowa and longtime rural Terril resident, passed away on March 22, 2017. Born January 29, 1926 at Rockwell City, Iowa, Ruth spent her younger years as a farm girl near Lytton, Iowa. She attended…

January 29, 1926 - March 22, 2017

Doris Ann Jespersen

Doris Ann Jespersen, eldest daughter of Eibe and Alma (Hansen) Wilken, recently of Spencer and longtime Royal resident, after experiencing a short illness, was granted her wish to experience no more birthday's this Saturday, March 18, 2017. Born September 10, 1927, on a farm near Everly,…

September 10, 1927 - March 18, 2017

Leonard Koch

Leonard Marvin Koch, the son of John and Ella (Krumm) Koch was born February 2, 1927, on the family farm near Paullina, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Paullina area where he attended country school, Lutheran Parochial School, and graduated from Paullina High School. He enlisted in…

February 2, 1927 - March 18, 2017

Kristin Marie Peterson

Kristin Marie Jacobs Peterson, 67, of Spirit Lake, Iowa, passed away Thursday, March 16, 2017, at her home following a short illness. A private family memorial service will be held Saturday, March 25, 2017, at First Presbyterian Church in Spirit Lake. Family and friends are invited to a…

March 14, 1950 - March 16, 2017

Burryl Campbell

Burryl Eugene Campbell, of Hartley, Iowa, was born at home on September 29, 1946 in Emmetsburg, Iowa to Henry and Lucille (Sweet) Campbell. He passed away surrounded by his family on March 15, 2017 under hospice care at the Community Memorial Health Center in Hartley. Burryl entered the Army…

September 29, 1946 - March 15, 2017

Archie Andrews

Archie Miner Andrews, the son of Archie and Ella (Miner) Andrews was born June 4, 1947 in Spencer, Iowa. In his youth he worked on the family farm and attended Gillette Grove High School where he graduated in 1965. Archie received a 2-year technical degree from Iowa State University in…

June 4, 1947 - March 11, 2017

Mary Ellen Christianson

Mary Ellen Christianson, the daughter of Ilet and Mary Clark Gulbranson, was born September 29, 1922 in Laurens, Iowa. She received her early education and graduated from Laurens High School in 1940. Mary married Kenneth Christianson on May 30, 1944 in Aiken, SC where Kenneth was stationed…

September 29, 1922 - March 8, 2017

Charles Scheil

Charles Edward Scheil was born June 3, 1931 in Sioux City, IA to Max and Bethel (Meyer) Scheil. His childhood years were spent in the Sioux City area where he attended school, graduating from Central High School in Sioux City in 1949. He enlisted in the Air National Guard in 1949 and during…

June 3, 1931 - March 8, 2017

Jean Baumann

H. Jean Baumann, the daughter of Bernard and Frances Paskiewicz Goergen, was born January 14, 1927 in Winona, MN. Her childhood years were spent in Winona where she graduated from High School in 1944. Jean married Gaylord Baumann on August 21, 1948, in Winona, Minnesota. They spent the…

January 14, 1927 - March 6, 2017

Carol Ann Burgeson

Carol Ann Burgeson, the daughter of Bertel and Ella (Halverson) Lyster, was born October 12, 1942, in Linn Grove, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Linn Grove, where she received her education, graduating from Sioux Valley High School. She later attended Waldorf College in Forest City. …

October 12, 1942 - March 3, 2017

Ellen Hart

Living her life to the fullest, Ellen Andersen Hart departed this world just 39 days shy of her 100th birthday. Ellen was born April 10, 1917 in Saeby, Denmark to Christian and Christina Jensen Andersen. Shortly after her mother died, Ellen, at age 4, was brought over in a boat to Ellis Island,…

April 10, 1917 - March 2, 2017

Dorothy Markley

Dorothy Idell Markley, the daughter of John and Ida (McGee) Yelland, was born on May 20, 1928 in South Dakota. She was raised and received her early education in Moneta and Onawa, IA, graduating from high school there in 1947. After high school, she worked as a waitress. On August 20, 1947,…

May 20, 1928 - March 1, 2017

Robert 'Bob' John Vanderhoff

Robert "Bob" John Vanderhoff, the son of Ernest F. and Jeanette M. (Southworth) Nissen, was born May 17, 1921 in Silver Lake Township, Ruthven, Iowa. He was adopted at the age of 3 by George and Emma (Nissen) Vanderhoff, after the passing of his mother. He attended schools in Logan Township and…

May 17, 1921 - February 26, 2017

Marilyn Ruth Halling

Marilyn Ruth Cameron, the daughter of John and Ruth (Smith) Cameron, was born November 27, 1934 in Rolfe, Iowa. A few years later the family moved to Storm Lake, Iowa, where Marilyn attended grade school. She attended high school there until her Jr. Year. The family moved to Spirit Lake, Iowa…

November 27, 1934 - February 26, 2017

Alpha Mae Tamisiea

Alpha Mae Tamisiea, 85, passed away on Friday, February 24, 2017, in Spirit Lake, Iowa. The youngest of seven children, Alpha was born on Sept. 4, 1931, in Earlville, Iowa, to Albert T. and Gertrude L. Fear. She grew up in Manchester, Iowa. After graduating from high school, she attended the…

September 4, 1931 - February 24, 2017

Norbert 'Norb' Dean Wimmer

Norbert 'Norb' Dean Wimmer, the son of Earl Henry and Edna May Schumann Wimmer, was born April 13, 1940 in Hartley, IA. Norb's childhood years were spent in May City and Hartley, IA. In 1954 the family moved to rural Everly, IA. Norb graduated from Everly High School in 1958. Upon graduation,…

April 13, 1940 - February 23, 2017

Robbie William Allen Harris

Robbie William Allen Harris, the son of Rita Shook Harris and Robbie William Harris, was born on November 12, 1980, in Sioux City, Iowa. He grew up in Onawa and then moved to Vermont and back to Yankton, SD. On October 13, 2007, Rob married Sarah Lynn Knoer and they welcomed three children…

November 12, 1980 - February 21, 2017

Margaret Ann Zeka

Margaret Ann Zeka, the daughter of Roland and Marie (Nelson) Saeger, was born February 16, 1946 in Genoe, Nebraska. Her childhood years were spent in the state of Nebraska, where she attended grade school in Omaha, Nebraska, continued fifth grade through 11th grade at South Sioux City,…

February 16, 1946 - February 17, 2017

Robert Edward Killmar

Robert Edward Killmar of Indianola, formerly of Spencer, passed away at his home in Indianola on February 17, 2017. Bob, the son of Jerome and Mary (Rubis) Killmar, was born October, 30, 1946 in Spencer, Iowa and graduated from Spencer High School. Shortly after graduation, Bob entered the…

October 30, 1946 - February 17, 2017

Joyce Ellen Bennett

IN LIEU OF FLOWERS, A MEMORIAL FUND HAS BEEN ESTABLISHED BY THE FAMILY. Joyce Ellen Bennett, the daughter of Howard and Berniece (Nelson) Ginkens, was born February 8, 1948, in Mason City, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Rembrandt, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from…

February 8, 1948 - February 14, 2017

Betty Dougherty

Betty Ann Dougherty, the daughter of Roy and Violet Peterson Kolkind, was born March 28, 1930, in Menomonie, Wisconsin. She attended Shadylawn School until the 8th grade, Betty then was bused to an agriculture school where she graduated. Following her schooling, Betty continued to live on the…

March 28, 1930 - February 10, 2017

Donna Louise (Selzer) Pena

Donna Louise Pena, also known as 'Toots' was born in Peterson, IA on June 1, 1934 to George and Irma (Blackmer) Selzer. Her younger days were spent growing up on her parents' farm. Donna kept busy with chores and like feeding the Mallard Ducks. She would walk to school in rain or snow and…

January 6, 1934 - February 9, 2017

Helen D. Brigham

Helen D. Brigham, the daughter of Merrill and Leana (Case) Banks, was born October 26, 1918 in Clay County, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer, where she received her education. Helen married Arthur Duane Brigham on February 25, 1940 in Spencer, Iowa. Throughout most of their…

October 26, 1918 - February 6, 2017

Lyle Todd Wiorek

Lyle Todd Wiorek was born July 21, 1957 in Des Moines, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Des Moines area, where he attended school, graduating from Des Moines East High in 1975. Todd married Deborah Winters on July 23, 1977 in Des Moines. He worked at Midwest Wheel and Gabus…

July 21, 1957 - February 6, 2017

Melvin Ray DeGroot

Melvin Ray DeGroot passed February 4th, 2017 in the outdoors, where he loved to spend his time. Mel was born on June 9, 1953, to George and Florence (Smeins) DeGroot of Luverne, MN. He graduated high school in 1971 and Morningside College in 1974 with a Bachelor's degree in elementary…

June 9, 1953 - February 4, 2017

Paul Zieman

Paul Byron Zieman, son of E.W. and Alma Kromminga Zieman, was born January 30th, 1923 near Royal, IA. His Childhood years were spent in the Royal area, where he received his early education. After graduating from Royal High School, he attended school in California for a year. Paul…

January 30, 1923 - February 4, 2017

Patrick J. Mason

Patrick Jay Mason the son of James and Frances (Johnson) Mason, was born on August 11, 1962, in Estherville, Iowa. He grew up and received his early education there and graduated from Estherville High School in 1980. In August of 1980 he entered into the Army Reserves. He received his training at…

August 11, 1962 - February 2, 2017

LaVon Mildred Hagedorn

LaVon Mildred Hagedorn was born June 26, 1926 in Linn Grove, Iowa to Arnold and Kathryn Runneberg. She graduated from Rossie High School. She married Wesley Hagedorn on February 9, 1944 in Royal. Following their marriage, the couple farmed in the Royal area for 15 years. In 1959, the couple…

June 26, 1926 - February 1, 2017

Roger Joseph Fude

Roger Joseph Fude was born on November 28, 1953 and went to be with Jesus on January 31, 2017. He resided in Spencer, Iowa where he lived with his best friend, Shane. Roger grew up in the Webb area and graduated from South Clay. He attended college for Radio Broadcasting where he met Denice…

November 28, 1953 - January 31, 2017

Betty Ann Krile

IN LIEU OF FLOWERS A MEMORIAL FUND HAS BEEN ESTABLISHED BY THE FAMILY. Betty Ann Hurt Krile, daughter of Arthur Allen and Harriet "Hattie" Hurt, was born January 3, 1936 in Spencer. She lived in the Dickens and Spencer areas, graduating from Spencer High School in 1953. She married Harold…

January 3, 1936 - January 31, 2017

Sam McCormack

IN LIEU OF FLOWERS, MEMORIALS MAY BE DESIGNATED TO THE HERITAGE CENTER, THE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH IN SUTHERLAND OR THE ALZEIMER'S ASSOCIATION. Roswell 'Sam' Samuel McCormack, was born May 21, 1930 in Sutherland, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Sutherland, where he received his…

May 21, 1930 - January 30, 2017

Norman Earl Boonstra

Norman Earl Boonstra the son of Dick and Ann (Extra) Boonstra, was born February 15, 1925 in Sioux Center, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Maurice, Iowa, where he received his early education graduating from high school in 1942. Norman entered the military in 1943 and served as an Army…

February 15, 1925 - January 29, 2017

Blanche LaVelle Benson

Blanche LaVelle Johnson Benson, 96, of Hartley, Iowa, passed away on January 29, 2017. Blanche was born on November 20, 1920, in Lake Park, Iowa to Lola (Marco) and Raleigh Graham. She had one brother, Ronald, who was her playmate and confidant. Blanche attended country school and graduated from…

November 20, 1920 - January 29, 2017

Helen Louise Damstrom

Our loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, Helen Louise (Overeen) Damstrom, passed peacefully away at her home with son, Dave, by her side on Thursday January 26, 2017. Born in her maternal grandmother's farmhouse in Decatur County, Illinois on Thanksgiving Day November 25th 1915.…

November 25, 1915 - January 26, 2017

Steven LeRoy Birchard

Steven LeRoy Birchard, the son of Ralph LeRoy and Clara Lorraine Tuttle Birchard, was born February 11, 1949 in Spencer, Iowa. Steve received his early education and graduated from the Spencer High School in 1968. Following his schooling, Steve entered the United States Air Force on July 18,…

February 11, 1949 - January 26, 2017

Phyllis Kunzman

Phyllis Mae Kunzman, daughter of Thomas and Eliza Zaiser Scharnberg, was born January 18, 1927 near Everly, Iowa. She has spent most of her entire life within a ten mile radius of Everly. She graduated from the Everly High School in 1944 and attended American Institute of Business in Des…

January 18, 1927 - January 23, 2017

Mark Layne Haroldson

The family requests no flowers for the Celebration of Life. Mark Layne Haroldson was born April 19, 1954 in Iowa City, Iowa. He celebrated his second birthday on June 17, 1954 when he was adopted by Paul and Lois Haroldson. He spent his childhood years on the family farm near Rembrandt,…

April 19, 1954 - January 22, 2017

Courtney Tene Leonard

Courtney Tene Leonard, the daughter of Randall and Lisa (Smith) Leonard, was born on January 22, 1990, in Spencer, Iowa. She was raised and received her early education in Spencer, and then attended Okoboji High School in Milford. Following high school, she attended Iowa Central Community…

January 22, 1990 - January 21, 2017

James Allen Anderson

James Allen Anderson, the son of James and Carrie (Larsen) Anderson was born October 23, 1942, in Spencer, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Spencer area where he was raised by Carrie and his stepfather, Henry Everhart. Jim attended school at Cornell, Aurelia, and Spencer, graduating…

October 23, 1942 - January 20, 2017

Evabelle Janet Muilenburg

Evabelle Janet Muilenburg, the daughter of Loren and Evabelle (Ketelsen) Phelps, was born on August 6, 1942 in Spencer, Iowa. She received her early education in Royal and spent her early years there and was raised by her grandmothers' Phelps and Ketelsen. In the February of 1962, Jan…

August 6, 1942 - January 17, 2017

Howard 'Sonny' Lee Cross, Jr.

Howard 'Sonny' Lee Cross Jr., the son of Howard and Karell (Grizzle) Cross was born April 24, 1958 in Fort Knox, KY. Because his dad was in the military, he moved around a lot as a child. He was a child model while living in Texas. After graduating in 1976 he attended a telephone repair…

April 24, 1958 - January 13, 2017

Greta Fisk

Edith Greta Fisk, the daughter of Sophus and Maren (Jensen) Kanstrup was born January 5, 1931 in Denmark. She moved to America with her family in 1947, at the age of 16, coming through Ellis Island. She lived in Terrill, IA, before she moved to work in Spencer, IA. Greta married Duane…

January 5, 1931 - January 12, 2017

Earl Charles Henaman II

Earl Charles Henaman II, the son of Earl and Shirley Henaman, was born January 12, 1960 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer where he received his education, graduating from Job Corp. Following his schooling, he was a laborer of many trades, but was most known for his…

January 12, 1960 - January 12, 2017

Roger Crew

Roger Dean Crew, the son of Eldon and Ilene (Jones) Crew was born June 29, 1938 in rural Webb, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Gillett Grove, IA area where he attended school, and graduated from Gillett Grove High School in 1956. Roger served in the National Guard until his…

June 29, 1938 - January 10, 2017

Evelyn Larson

Evelyn Alvera Larson, the daughter of Ted and Clara Knudtson was born on June 16, 1918 on the family farm in Graettinger, IA. Her childhood years and early adult years were spent in Graettinger. During World War 2, she worked in Des Moines, in the Iowa Army Ammunition Plant. Evelyn married…

June 16, 1918 - January 8, 2017

Jayne Ann Poulsen

Jayne Ann Poulsen, the daughter of Ervin 'Dutch' and Dorothy (Steiner) Kruse, was born February 17, 1954 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent on a farm near Royal, Iowa, where she received her education at Clay Central High School. Following her graduation, she continued her education…

February 17, 1954 - January 7, 2017

Kenneth Frank Versluis

Kenneth Frank Versluis, the son of Kenneth and Audrey (Miller) Versluis, was born July 28, 1952 in Worthington, MN. Kenny's mother later married Richard Nuehse in 1957 and together they raised Kenny and his two sisters, Sue and Lori in Round Lake, MN. Some of his favorite things as a young…

July 28, 1952 - January 6, 2017

Patricia Ilene Anderson

Patricia "Patti" Ilene Anderson, the daughter of LeRoy "Roy" and Elva "Sally" (Putnam) Railsback, was born November 27, 1935, in Garner, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Garner where she received her education, graduating from Garner High School. She was active in the Order of the…

November 27, 1935 - January 5, 2017

Janet Rae Stewart

Born on November 29, 1949 to Russell and Dorothy Jean (Llewellyn) Stewart of Bettendorf, Ia. Her younger years were spent in the Quad City area. She continued to college and completed her Medical Technologist Degree in Cedar Falls. Janet moved to Spencer in 1972 and continued her career as a…

November 29, 1949 - January 2, 2017

Dr. Harry C. Rasdal

Harry was born on March 3, 1925 in Denison, Iowa to Donald D. Rasdal and Harriet R. (Chamberlain) Rasdal. Part of the Rasdal family occupation required frequent moves to other cities with the same employer. High school was in Charles City, Iowa in 1943 with immediate Army service following…

March 3, 1925 - December 30, 2016

Linda Karen Swanson

Linda Karen Swanson, the daughter of Hollis and Lois (Hagedorn) Koenig was born June 12, 1946 in Spencer, IA. Her childhood years were spent on a farm near Royal, IA, where she graduated from Royal High School in 1964. Linda married the love of her life, Allen Swanson, on January 16, 1966 (Super…

June 12, 1946 - December 30, 2016

Betty Joan Koster- Nellis

Betty Joan Koster-Nellis, the daughter of Raymond and Magdeline (Dunn) Anderson was born in Wauseka, MN on November 6, 1932. Her childhood years were spent in the Everly, IA area where she attended school and graduated from Everly High School. Betty married William Mealman, of Hartley, IA,…

November 6, 1932 - December 28, 2016

Lloyd G. Pettiecord

Lloyd Glenmore Pettiecord, the son of Elva and Orpha (Offield) Pettiecord was born on July 31, 1932 on a farm near Rodman, IA. When Lloyd was four the family moved to Emmetsburg, IA., where he went to country school until the seventh grade, he then attended Emmetsburg public schools, where he…

July 31, 1932 - December 21, 2016

Russell Wayne Hughes

Russell Wayne Hughes, the son of Owen and Marie (Libby) Hughes was born December 29, 1926 at home near Peterson, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Peterson area, where he attended school and graduated from Rembrandt High School in 1945. After graduation, Russell served in the U.S. Army…

December 29, 1926 - December 18, 2016

June 30, 1927 - December 14, 2016

Florence Alma Rusch

Florence Alma Rusch, the daughter of Roy T. and Ella (Moon) Pullen, was born February 19, 1912 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent on a farm north of Spencer. She attended Spencer schools, where she graduated from Spencer High School. She was united in marriage to LeRoy Rusch…

February 19, 1912 - December 12, 2016

Lois Boers Adams

Lois B. Adams, the daughter of Edward and Lenora (Brown) Boers, was born September 2, 1920 in Milford, Iowa. She was raised in Milford and after the death of her father from injuries received in WWI, her mother remarried and she was raised by her and her stepfather, Alfred Dagfinson. She…

September 2, 1920 - December 8, 2016

Vivian Arlene Cook

Vivian Arlene Cook, the daughter of Theodore and Clara (Lemme) Julson, was born on August 6, 1927, in Colton, SD. She attended country schools in the Colton area and then went to school in Sioux Falls and graduated from Washington High School in 1945. She went on to Augustana for two years and…

August 6, 1927 - December 6, 2016

Inez M. Rossiter

Inez Marguerite Rossiter of Spencer was welcomed to heaven by her Savior on December 1, 2016. She was a devoted wife of 58 years to Marvin, a loving mother to her children Mark Marvin -- who is also with her in paradise -- Kimberly Ann Cloyd (Miles), Stephanie Sue Gebert (Wade) and Kevin…

May 12, 1934 - December 1, 2016

Dorothy M. Beck

Dorothy M. Beck, the daughter of Bayard Franklin and Alta Vera Fink Taylor, was born September 8, 1925 in Langdon, Iowa. Dorothy received her early education and graduated from the Lake Center School. Dorothy married Robert Ernest Beck on September 8, 1943, at the Methodist Parsonage in…

September 8, 1925 - December 1, 2016

Service of Remembrance 2016

Warner Funeral Home, Hospice of Spencer Hospital, Abben Cancer Center and Area Churches invite you to join us at a candlelight "Service of Remembrance". Anyone who has experienced the death of a loved one is welcome to attend. It will be held at 6:30 p.m., Monday, November 28 at First Christian…

November 28, 2016 - November 28, 2016

Lucille Harriet Rusk

Lucille Harriet (Adams) Rusk was born April 12, 1922, on the family farm outside of Rossie, Iowa. The fifth of eight children to William Russell and Jo Hannah (Siefken) Adams, Lucy attended the Rossie Consolidated School and graduated in 1941. Lucy married Clayton James Rusk on February 23, 1944,…

April 12, 1922 - November 28, 2016

Jean Denise Tennant

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be designated to People For Pets in Spencer. Jean Denise Tennant, the daughter of Fred and Joyce (Silva) Tennant, was born January 20, 1954, in San Diego, California. Her childhood years were spent in San Diego where she received her early education. Her…

January 20, 1954 - November 25, 2016

Ernest 'Paul' Hansen

Rev. Ernest Paul Hansen was born on March 10, 1929, in Pipestone, MN to Ernest Fred and Catherine (Christiansen) Hansen. He grew up on a farm near Jasper, MN and was the oldest of six children. He attended a one room school house until 8th grade in Rural Rock County. Paul graduated in 1947…

March 10, 1929 - November 19, 2016

Maxwell Joseph Koch

Maxwell Joseph Koch, the son of Mike and Madeline (Schmid) Koch was born April 5, 1930 in Peterson, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Spencer area, where he graduated from Spencer High School in 1948. He went on to attend the University of Iowa. Max married the love of his life…

April 5, 1930 - November 19, 2016

Gladys 'Birdie' Ilene Tibbetts

Gladys 'Birdie' Ilene Tibbetts, the daughter of Clayton and Myrtle (Prentice) Birchard, was born February 3, 1925, in Ayrshire, Iowa. She graduated from Milford High School in 1942. Following graduation, she worked at the Fostoria Bank for four years. Gladys was united in marriage to Wayne…

February 3, 1925 - November 18, 2016

Charles William Huberg

Charles William Huberg, the son of Hjelmer and Dorothy Zieman Huberg, was born October 4, 1935 on the family farm outside of Royal. He grew up on that farm and received his education from Royal High School. Following graduation, Charles drove truck and farmed with his dad. On June 5, 1955,…

October 4, 1935 - November 15, 2016

Roger Dean Foley

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established by the family. Roger Dean Foley, the son of William and Goldie (Guertin) Foley was born May 17, 1928 in Sibley, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Sibley area, where he graduated from Sibley High School in 1946. After high school he…

May 17, 1928 - November 15, 2016

Beth Darlene Bohrns

Beth Darlene Bohrns, the daughter of David and Jeannie Pollock Johnson, was born January 31, 1925 in Haydock, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Chariton, where she received her education. Beth continued her education at St Francis Hospital in Peoria, IL where she earned a degree as a…

January 31, 1925 - November 14, 2016

Donald Duane 'Bud' Lamaak

Donald Duane Lamaak, born December 8, 1929, in Herring, Iowa (Sac County) to John and Carrie (Sinning) Lamaak. He was baptized at Wheatland Presbyterian Manse, Breda, IA on January 23, 1934. Donald (Don or Bud) later joined Peace Lutheran Church in Wall Lake, IA. On August 16, 1951 he…

December 8, 1929 - November 12, 2016

Jack H. Porter

Jack Harrison Porter, the son of John and Gertrude (Frahm) Porter, was born February 8, 1927 in Mankato, MN. His childhood years were spent in Mankato where he received his early education. His family later moved to Ft. Dodge, IA, where he continued his education. Jack entered the…

February 8, 1927 - November 9, 2016

Betty Lea Schwarck

Betty Lea Schwarck, the daughter of John and Alma (Pattee) Pullen, was born February 16, 1922 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer, where she received her education, graduating from Spencer High School. Betty married Myron "Bud" Schwarck on February 4, 1945 in Spencer,…

February 16, 1922 - November 9, 2016

Richard 'Dick' Wayne Wittrock

Richard Wayne Wittrock, the son of Edward and Annetta (Troxel) Wittrock, was born May 6, 1935 in Sutherland, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Hartley, Iowa, where he received his education, graduating from Hartley High School. After his schooling, he entered the military and served with…

May 6, 1935 - November 3, 2016

Delores Marie Colling

Delores, the daughter of William and Mary (Schneiders) Bohlke, was born on January 10, 1923, on the family farm near Granville, Iowa. She received her early education attending a one-room schoolhouse near Granville. Dee left school in the 8th grade to help her family out financially due to…

January 10, 1923 - November 2, 2016

Dorothy Veitch

Dorothy C. Veitch, the daughter of Walter and Elsie (Coleman) Henry, was born in Linden, Iowa. As a child, the family lived in communities of Linden, Everly, Hartley and eventually settling in Spencer. Dorothy graduated from Spencer High School in 1935. Following graduation, she worked at the…

November 22, 1917 - October 29, 2016

Constance 'Connie' Williams

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Senior Activity Center or the Faith Lutheran Church both in Spencer. Constance 'Connie' Coan Williams, the daughter of Louis and Viola (Mayou) Dehrkoop, was born September 27, 1932 in Hartley, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the…

September 27, 1932 - October 28, 2016

Beverly Jean Dunkelberger

Beverly Jean Dunkelberger, the daughter of Ewald "Nick" and Arlene (Noble) Holler, was born December 2, 1942 in Correctionville, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the communities of Correctionville, Washta and Alta, Iowa until moving to a farm near Linn Grove in 1956, where she received her…

December 2, 1942 - October 25, 2016

Danny Dean Leslie

Danny Dean Leslie, the son of Lawrence William and Peggy Ann (Mangels) Leslie, was born on June 23, 1959 in Hartley, Iowa. He was raised in Everly where he started his schooling then moving to Gillett Grove when he was in 6th grade, attending South Clay. He finished his schooling in Spencer,…

June 23, 1959 - October 25, 2016

Jane Marie Byrn

Jane Marie Byrn, the daughter of Horatio and Kathryn (Morse) Kile, was born November 13, 1926, in Willoughby, Ohio. Her childhood years were spent in Kirtland, Ohio, where she graduated from Kirtland High School in 1944. She attended Baldwin Wallace Methodist College and graduated from Kent State…

November 13, 1926 - October 24, 2016

June M. Thiesen Campbell

June M. Thiesen Campbell, the daughter of Carl and Clara (Petersen) Wilson, was born June 26, 1928 in Gilmore City, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Ayrshire, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Silver Lake Consolidated. After high school, she attended Iowa State…

June 26, 1928 - October 20, 2016

September 2, 1925 - October 19, 2016

Alice Laota Dotson

Alice Laota Robinson was born on October 22nd, 1916 in rural Kanawha, Iowa to Carl & Sadie Robinson. Alice was the seventh of eight children. After graduation from Kanawha High School, Alice received a teaching certificate from Morningside College in Sioux City, Iowa. Alice began her…

October 22, 1916 - October 18, 2016

Juanita G. Peterson

Juanita Grace Haburn Peterson was born September 4, 1925 to Lloyd E. and Grace J. (Combes) Haburn on a farm near Nemaha, Iowa. Her childhood was spent in rural NW Iowa and southern Minnesota. She graduated from Excelsior High School in 1943 and after attending summer school at Buena Vista College,…

September 4, 1925 - October 17, 2016

August 22, 1938 - October 16, 2016

October 22, 1948 - October 13, 2016

Ronald Van Pelt

Ronald Craig Van Pelt was born Dec 31st, 1946 to Ray & Myrna (VerHoef) Van Pelt in Orange City, IA. He graduated from Orange City High School in 1965 and received his Associate's Degree at the Automotive Trade School of Sheldon. Ron worked for Punt Automotive in Orange City, and started his…

December 31, 1946 - October 12, 2016

Cody Amos Connor

Cody Amos Connor, the son of Richard Skow and Karen LeClair Connor, was born June 12, 1988 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer and several other communities in Iowa, where he received his education. He graduated from Akron-Westfield High School in 2007, where…

June 12, 1988 - October 12, 2016

Brian Cory

Brian Elliott Cory, the son of Francis and Margoret (Betts) Melanson was born April 24, 1950 in Manchester, NH. His childhood years were spent in Manchester area, where he attended school and graduated from Manchester High School. Brian enlisted in the United States Air Force, and…

April 24, 1950 - October 10, 2016

Faye Minerva Beck

Faye Minerva (Whitford) Beck was born April 6, 1916 on a farm northwest of Ruthven, IA in Palo Alto County. Faye was the fifth daughter born, followed by two sons, totaling seven children born to Charles Henry and Grace Ann (Brown) Whitford. Faye attended Lake Center School. Faye was…

April 6, 1916 - October 9, 2016

Duane Henry Nagel

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Abben Cancer Center, Spencer Hospice, First English Lutheran Church in Spencer or the Iowa Great Lakes Lutheran School in Spencer. Duane Henry Nagel, the son of Herman and Zipora (Braunschweig) Nagel, was born January 21, 1952 in Hartley,…

January 21, 1952 - October 8, 2016

Gary Stover

Gary Merle Stover, the son of Merle and Eula (Baedke) Stover, was born April 24, 1938, on the family farm near Havelock, Iowa. Gary received his early education attending school in Laurens and graduated from Laurens High School. Gary entered the military on September 16, 1957, and served in…

April 24, 1938 - October 6, 2016

Marie Leone Clarke

Marie L. Clarke was born October 2, 1921 in Ruthven, IA to Ernest and Grace Sampson Spaulding. She spent her childhood years in the Ruthven, Lost Island and Lake Center area. She married Charles J. Clarke on December 28, 1942 who preceded her in death in 1959. Marie passed away on October…

October 2, 1921 - October 6, 2016

Fern Minnie Wohlers

Fern Minnie Wohlers, the daughter of Ed and Elsie Brandt Meyer, was born May 12, 1920 in Sherburn, MN. Fern grew up on a farm near Sherburn and attended Martin County Country School. On November 29, 1939, Fern married Fred Henry Wohlers in Estherville, Iowa. The early years of their…

May 12, 1920 - October 4, 2016

Dann Douglas Hyde

Dann Douglas Hyde, the son of Jack and Myrtle (Pinneke) Hyde, was born August 9, 1951 in Mason City, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Ventura, Iowa right next to the water tower. He graduated from Ventura High School and later attended Hamilton Business College in Mason City. Dann entered…

August 9, 1951 - September 20, 2016

Joyce Dingman

Joyce Elaine Dingman, the daughter of Harold and Hattie (Sykes) Smith was born March 4, 1934 at home in rural Ruthven, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Ruthven area where she attended school, graduating from Ruthven High School. Joyce married Lyle Dingman on October 17, 1952 in…

March 4, 1934 - September 19, 2016

Brent Thomas Goetz

Brent Thomas Goetz, the son of Paul and Margaret 'Mickey' (Sinnott) Goetz, was born August 9, 1956 in Omaha, NE. His childhood years were spent in Sioux City, IA, where he graduated from Blessed Sacrament Grade School and Heelan High School in 1975 as class president. He then attended the…

August 9, 1956 - September 17, 2016

Darrell 'Duke' Johnson

Darrell Duane Johnson passed away at Longhouse Care Center on Friday, September 16, 2016. He was born in Spencer, Iowa, on April 12, 1928, to parents, Ralph Henry and Edith Delilah (Simmons) Johnson. He was better known to everyone as "Duke." He graduated from Spencer High School, and lived…

April 12, 1928 - September 16, 2016

James Howard Breffle

James Howard Breffle, 74, of Spencer, Iowa died September 7, 2016 at his home. James Howard Breffle, son of Robert and Violet White Breffle was born August 25, 1942 in Lake Park, Iowa. On October 25, 1969 he was united in marriage to Nancy Caufman Breffle in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. …

August 25, 1942 - September 7, 2016

Charlotte Ann Amis

Charlotte Ann (Barglof) Amis was born April 9, 1922 to Elmer Albi and Carrie Marie (DeFrain) on the family farm in Greensville, IA. The family moved into Greenville in 1931. Charlotte was involved in school activities, 4-H and youth groups at the Friends Church. Charlotte graduated from…

April 9, 1922 - September 5, 2016

Phil Hurst

Philip LeRoy Hurst was born on June 24, 1946 to Helen Ardell Clark and Albert Eugene Hurst in Cherokee, Iowa. At the age of 5, he moved with his family to Greenville, Iowa. He graduated from Greenville Rossie High School and began college at Iowa State University. He was drafted into the Army in…

June 24, 1946 - September 2, 2016

Lucille Marjorie Curry

Lucille Marjorie Curry, the daughter of Emil and Ethel (Lawrence) Skartwed, was born on January 16, 1934 in Emmetsburg, Iowa. She was raised and attended school in Emmetsburg and graduated from high school in 1952. She then went on and attended Buena Vista University for two years. She married…

January 16, 1934 - September 1, 2016

Doris Christine Munger

Doris Christine Munger, the daughter of Morris and Agnes (Nielsen) Dalby, was born March 5, 1928 in Huntley, IL. Her childhood years were spent in Dundee, IL, where she received her education, graduating from Dundee High School. On February 15, 1947, Doris married Donald Burdette Munger,…

March 5, 1928 - September 1, 2016

Gary Joseph Nepper

Gary Joseph Nepper, the son of Joseph and Arvilla (McCaffery) Nepper, was born on January 14, 1944, in Ida Grove, IA. He was raised and received his education in Ida Grove and graduated from Ida Grove High School. After graduation, Gary lived in the communities of Des Moines, Council…

January 14, 1944 - August 31, 2016

Gwen Marie Howe

Gwen Marie Howe, the daughter of John William and Mary Pearl (Rose) Lane, was born September 11, 1929 in Webb, Iowa. She grew up on a farm near Webb where she received her education, graduating from Ayrshire High School in 1947. Gwen married Gale Howe on September 3, 1949 at the Little…

September 11, 1929 - August 30, 2016

Steven Lambert Nolting

Steven Lambert Nolting, the son of Lambert Fred and Jeanne Theda (Nattress) Nolting, was born August 17, 1946 in Fostoria, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Milford, Iowa area, where he received his education, graduating from Milford High School in 1965. He entered the military and…

August 17, 1946 - August 28, 2016

Harry Robert Daniels, Sr.

Harry Robert Daniels, Sr., the son of Gene and Edith (Casteel) Daniels, was born January 31, 1946, in Centerville, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Davenport, Iowa, where he received his education. He entered the military on January 31, 1963, serving in the U.S. Army. Harry married…

January 31, 1946 - August 18, 2016

Virgil 'Chip' Ross

Chip was born on February 25, 1960. He was the son of Virgil and Anna Ross. He is survived by son Cody of Rock Valley, daughter Dallas of Spencer, daughter Stephanie of Alabama, daughter Chastity of Texas, ex-wife Mary of Spencer, sister Sheryl and brother in law Billy of Texas, and best friend…

February 25, 1960 - August 14, 2016

Lois Johnson

Lois Arlene Johnson, the daughter of Forrest and Opal (White) Forsyth was born May 16, 1933 in rural Fonda, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Newell, IA area where she attended school at Newell Providence High School. Lois married Rolland Johnson and to this union they had 4…

May 16, 1933 - August 13, 2016

Joyce Wampler

Joyce Wampler passed away on Thursday Aug 11th in Bellevue, Washington. Joyce was born November 7th, 1930 to Hap and Fran Ketelsen in the small farming town of Everly, Iowa. Raised on the family farm and cattle ranches in Wyoming, Joyce attended a one room school as a child, played…

November 7, 1930 - August 11, 2016

November 22, 1929 - August 11, 2016

Doris Steele

Doris Lavonne Steele was born March 28, 1920, to Warren and Laura Bunce Fredenburg in Grant Township north of Sutherland. Her early childhood education occurred in country schools near Calumet, Sutherland, and St. Peter, MN. The family moved back to Sutherland in 1932. Doris graduated from…

March 28, 1920 - August 10, 2016

Luella Adeline Huckfelt

Luella Adeline Huckfelt, the daughter of Milford and Lenora (Miller) Crawford, was born July 25, 1927 in Canton, SD. Her childhood years were spent in Canton, where she received her education, graduating from Canton High School. She was a member of the Lutheran Church while living in…

July 25, 1927 - August 6, 2016

Jacob Allen McCreary

Jacob Allen McCreary, the son of Mark McCreary and Tonia Roede, was born December 13, 1990 in Spirit Lake, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Langdon, Iowa, where he received his education in nearby Terril and Spencer schools, graduating from Spencer High School in 2009. After his…

December 13, 1990 - August 6, 2016

Charity Jo Chapman

Charity Jo Chapman, was born on May 15, 1980, to Steve and Kay (Wells) Chapman. She grew up in the Laurens-Marathon area where she made lots of friends. She enjoyed doing things with her family and friends. Charity enjoyed doing chuckwagon races whether she was participating or just cheering her…

May 15, 1980 - August 6, 2016

Everett C. Nelson

Everett C. Nelson, 88, passed away Saturday, August 6, 2016 at Stetson Court Living in Stockton. Everett was born August 24, 1927 in Superior, IA to Jens and Lettie Nelson. He was a 57 year resident of Tracy, CA. He served in the US Army and US Air Force in Otsu, Honshu, Japan during WWII. He…

August 24, 1927 - August 6, 2016

Evaline Janet Froehlich

Evaline Janet Grendler Froehlich was born June 13, 1920, the daughter of Herman and Agnes Lorenz Grendler of Everly, Iowa. She was raised on a farm and attended Everly School, and went on to attend National Business School in Sioux City, Iowa. She was a bookkeeper for Farmers Elevator in…

June 13, 1920 - August 4, 2016

Ruth Jane Fieselmann

Ruth Jane (McCutcheon) Fieselmann, 91, formerly of Spencer died August 3, 2016, at Bickford Senior Living in Ames, Iowa. Ruth was born on January 23, 1925, in Traer, Iowa, to Arthur and Louise McCutcheon. She grew up with younger brother, James McCutcheon. In her youth, she enjoyed…

January 23, 1925 - August 3, 2016

John 'Gerald' VerMeer

John Gerald VerMeer, the son of Case and Pauline (Breeman) VerMeer, was born September 11, 1944 in Rock Rapids, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Rock Rapids, where he received his education. Gerald married Sydney Hammer on November 12, 1965 in Hills, MN. They moved to Spencer,…

September 11, 1944 - August 2, 2016

Lera Jean Johnson

Lera Jean (Spletter) Johnson, the daughter of Max and Leatha Spletter was born Dec. 1, 1921. She spent her grade school and high school years at Spencer Schools and had perfect attendance the entire time with the exception of one day her senior year when she "Skipped" school and went to a…

December 1, 1921 - August 1, 2016

John Howe

John Edward Howe, 70, passed away peacefully on August 1 at Manzano Del Sol, the Good Samaritan Society care center, Albuquerque NM. John was the only child of William and Agnes E. (Fell) Howe (d: 1996); and was a grandson of John (d: 1934) and Mary Fell (d: 1968), early residents of Every, IA. …

April 25, 1946 - August 1, 2016

Cleo Hill

Cleo Jean (Chesley) Hill, the daughter of Earl and Kathryn Chesley was born June 10, 1933, in Sutherland, IA. Cleo's childhood years were centered in Sutherland until graduation from high school, when she started taking classes at Morningside College in Sioux City, IA. Cleo's goal of a college…

June 10, 1933 - July 28, 2016

Stanley W. Hillmer

Stanley William Hillmer, age 84, died on July 25, 2016 in Ruthven, IA. Stan was born in Mallard, IA on August 31, 1931. The fifth of six children, Stan spent his childhood in Mallard, eventually graduating from high school there. Stan served in the U.S. Navy from 1951 until his honorable…

August 31, 1931 - July 25, 2016

Shirley Maxine Gifford

Shirley Maxine Gifford, the daughter of Esten Wellington & Bessie Mae (Todd) Inman, was born May 28, 1924 at home in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer, where she attended Spencer schools. Shirley worked at M & JR Hakes, grading eggs; at Glider School at the…

May 28, 1924 - July 16, 2016

Maurene Rae Ogburn

Maurene Rae Ogburn, eldest daughter of Ray and Irene (DeBaker) Schneckloth, was born in Moline, Illinois, on June 18, 1944. Maurene's childhood years were spent in Moline where she attended Catholic schools. She graduated from Alleman High School in 1962. While attending Alleman, Sister Rosena…

June 18, 1944 - July 13, 2016

Harry 'Dean' Tuttle

Harry Dean Tuttle, the son of Harry and Josephine (Black) Tuttle was born October 29, 1941 in Spencer, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Spencer area where he attended school. Dean worked as a bartender, photographer and a wedding disc jockey. He did low budget video production…

October 29, 1941 - July 4, 2016

Ann Marie Hillmer

Ann Hillmer, age 85, of Spencer, IA, died on July 2, 2016, at N. C. Little Hospice in Edina, MN. Ann was born in Curlew, IA, the third of four children. She graduated from Curlew High School where she was a part of a basketball team that competed at the State Tournament. She attended Iowa…

July 18, 1930 - July 2, 2016

Delores 'Dee' Faye Chamberlain

A lifelong teacher, Delores was always teaching wherever she went. She was born at Walnut Grove, Minnesota, on Saturday, June 3, 1922, to Opal Oliver (Shoemaker) Miller and Carl Henry Miller. She graduated from Lanesboro High School in Lanesboro, Iowa, in 1940. …

June 3, 1922 - June 30, 2016

Estelle Jane Handy

Estelle Jane Handy, the daughter of Earl Ralph and Esther Irene Taylor Smith, was born November 2, 1933 in Dickens, Iowa. Estelle was raised on a farm near Ayrshire and received her early education and graduated from the Ayrshire High School. Estelle later furthered her education and attended…

November 2, 1933 - June 30, 2016

Roger Charles Hill

Roger Charles Hill, the son of Harry and Emma (Kaiser) Hill was born August 16, 1930, in Sutherland, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Sutherland area where he attended school, graduating from Sutherland High School in 1948. With a quest for adventure and his best friend, Sam, Roger…

August 16, 1930 - June 27, 2016

Kenneth L. Ebel

Kenneth (Kenny) Lloyd Ebel, the son of Ernest and Betty (Dorman) Ebel, was born February 20, 1961, in Spencer, Iowa. Kenny received his education and graduated from Spencer High School in 1979. He spent a majority of his adult life working in construction, specializing in concrete. Kenny…

February 20, 1961 - June 26, 2016

Marilyn Ruth Schimmer

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established by the family. Marilyn Ruth Schimmer, the daughter of Phillip and Eleanor (Miles) Miller, was born January 24, 1935, in Storm Lake, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent on a farm north of Storm Lake. She attended K - 12th grade at…

January 24, 1935 - June 24, 2016

Jon S. Beck

Jon Stuart Beck the son of Joseph and Lucille (Bolyard) Beck was born on January 7, 1950 in Spencer, Iowa. He grew up in the Gillett Grove area, graduating from South Clay in 1968. He lived in the Greenville area where he farmed for many years. Jon enjoyed his time with his friends at…

January 7, 1950 - June 24, 2016

Donna Lee Harrison

Donna Lee Harrison, the daughter of Roy and Frances (Beving) Fiedler, was born November 3, 1934, in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer where she received her education, graduating from Spencer High School. Donna married George Harrison on April 28, 1952 in Jackson,…

November 3, 1934 - June 21, 2016

Harvey Dean Tielbur

Harvey Dean Tielbur, son of Harco and Golda (Kruckman) Tielbur was born October 12, 1934, on a farm in Palo Alto County. He received his education at Cornell through the 10th grade, and finished high school through the military in Nogoya, Japan. He entered the military in 1953 and served in…

October 12, 1934 - June 17, 2016

Sherry Kae Nelson

Sherry Kae Nelson, the daughter of Bobbie Rae Menke Sr. and Betty Lou Kramer, was born April 2, 1966 in Spencer, Iowa. Sherry was raised in Webb, Iowa and went to South Clay School. She was the Homecoming Queen her senior year and graduated in 1984. Following graduation, Sherry worked at Shine…

April 2, 1966 - June 16, 2016

Karen Nellis

Karen Fay "Grandma" Nellis, the twin daughter of Cecil and Ruth (Stoner) Waggoner was born January 29, 1943, in Sioux Rapids, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer, Iowa, where she received her early education. On November 15, 1958, Karen married Earl Nellis in Spencer.…

January 29, 1943 - June 15, 2016

March 25, 1925 - June 15, 2016

Judith 'Judy' Mae Lewis

Judith 'Judy' Mae Lewis was born to Earl and Helen (Edgecomb) Liester March 4, 1943 in Heron Lake, MN. Judy spent her childhood years in West Salem, WI until her family moved to Ruthven, IA at the age of 10. Growing up she detasseled and worked as a fry girl at the A&W in Emmetsburg and was…

March 4, 1943 - June 12, 2016

Kristine 'Kris' Van Berkum

On April 3, 1959, Kristine Anne Van Berkum was welcomed into the loving home of her parents, Paul and Helen Mefferd, one brother, and five sisters. Since Kris arrived nearly ten years after the last sibling, she was totally adored. Kris was always helpful, kind and appreciative when growing up,…

April 3, 1959 - June 12, 2016

Sheryl Lee Anderson

Sheryl Lee Anderson, the daughter of Raymond & Clarice (Johnson) Nation, was born on May 29, 1941 at Ft. Dodge, Iowa. She was baptized & confirmed in the Lutheran Church. She was a member of the United Methodist Church in Marathon for 57 years. On December 6, 1959, Sheryl was united in…

May 29, 1941 - June 10, 2016

Pieternelle 'Nell' Dykshoorn

Pieternelle Bessie Dykshoorn, the daughter of Bas and Martha (Herrewynen) Dekker, was born November 14, 1928 in Boyden, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Sheldon, where she received her education, graduating from Sheldon High School. Nell married Lowell Dykshoorn and to this marriage 3…

November 14, 1928 - June 8, 2016

Larry Lynn Anderson

Larry Lynn Anderson, son of Osmund and Jeanette Patterson Anderson was born in Marathon, Iowa on September 30, 1937. He was baptized and confirmed at the United Methodist Church in Marathon of which he was a member for over 60 years. Larry attended public school in Marathon and graduated in…

September 30, 1937 - June 6, 2016

Edith Elizabeth Bjorklund

Edith Elizabeth Bjorklund, the daughter of John and Ruby (Negus) Anderson, was born March 1, 1943 in Marathon, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Marathon, where she received her education graduating from Marathon High School. Edith married Donald Bjorklund on July 7, 1960 in…

March 1, 1943 - June 6, 2016

Raymond Franklin Banks

Raymond Franklin Banks, the son of Merrill and Leana (Case) Banks, was born October 6, 1920 in Clay County, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer, where he received his education. Raymond married Edith 'Eleanor' (Knight) Banks on September 20, 1942, in Spencer. They farmed in…

October 6, 1920 - May 31, 2016

Marilyn Jean Kruse

Marilyn Jean Kruse, the daughter of Adrian 'Tuffy' and Pearl (Chatfield) Hughes, was born July 6, 1936 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer, where she received her education, graduating from Spencer High School in 1955. After high school, she attended nursing school. She…

July 6, 1936 - May 28, 2016

Marjorie 'Marge' Batcheler

Marjorie (Marge) Viola Batcheler, born October, 21, 1920, to John Bendix and Anna Christena (Sarvold) Lundt, on a farm south of Webb, IA. Marge graduated from Gillette Grove Public School. Marge married Loyd Joseph Batcheler September 4, 1941 at Grace Methodist church parsonage. Marge…

October 21, 1920 - May 24, 2016

JR 'Junior' Williams

Emmett B. 'Junior' Williams, the son of Emmett and Bertha (Kruckman) Williams, was born January 11, 1933 in Clinton, MO. He was raised and received his early education around the Rembrandt and Sioux Rapids area. On January 13, 1952, he married the love of his life, Joan Waterman in…

January 11, 1933 - May 23, 2016

Donna Mae Yeager

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to CAASA or the Abben Cancer Center in Spencer. Donna Mae Yeager, the daughter of Noel and Ruth (Mann) Orcutt, was born May 4, 1939 in Indianola, IA. Her childhood years were spent in in Sioux Rapids and later Dodgeville, WI, where she…

May 4, 1939 - May 22, 2016

April 13, 1958 - May 20, 2016

Jeanne Marie Bogenrief

Jeanne Marie (Stoltze) Bogenrief was born November 9, 1954, to Carl and Cora (Moore) Stoltze. She was raised on a family farm outside of Hinton, Iowa, where she learned her work ethics which she carried on her whole life. She attended Hinton School and made the all-state basketball team during…

November 9, 1954 - May 19, 2016

Lois Fliss

Lois Ethlyn Fliss, the daughter of Conrad and Claaska (Meyer) Winterboer was born July 28, 1929 in Everly, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Everly area, where she attended school and graduated from Everly High School. Lois married Virgil Fliss on August 5, 1948 in Everly, IA.…

July 28, 1929 - May 19, 2016

October 27, 1943 - May 15, 2016

Muriel Mae Johnson

Muriel Mae Johnson the daughter of Archie and Charlotte (Vander Hoff) Hines, was born on October 3, 1921, on a farm near Royal, IA. She received her education in country schools and graduated from Royal High School in 1939. After graduation, she attended the University of Iowa for one year, then…

October 3, 1921 - May 14, 2016

Theodore 'Ted' Hubert Feekes

Theodore 'Ted' Hubert Feekes, the son of Gradus and Rena (Vanden Hul) Feekes, was born November 28, 1920, in Sioux Center, Iowa where he attended Christian and Public Schools. Following his schooling, he attended welding classes in Lake View, Iowa. He entered the military and served in the…

November 28, 1920 - May 13, 2016

Gerald William Boyer

Gerald William Boyer, the son of William and Daisy (Shields) Boyer, was born February 24, 1924 in Scranton, IA, where his dad ran an automotive repair shop in Winterset. They moved to Wallingford, where they attended country schools and he helped around the farm. He also lived around…

February 24, 1924 - May 8, 2016

Lois Werts

Lois Lorene Werts, the daughter of Thomas and Margaret Hanna was born September 24, 1926 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent on a farm in northwest Spencer. She attended Riverton #3 Country School, her family then sold their farm to Stub's Ranch Kitchen and they moved to Spencer…

September 24, 1926 - May 5, 2016

Brenda Holst

Brenda Ann Holst, the daughter of Jerry and Pat (Cutting) Holst was born on February 17, 1969, in Hartley, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Everly, IA, area where she attended school, graduating from Everly High School in 1988. Brenda attended Minnesota West Community and…

February 17, 1969 - May 4, 2016

Laura Ida Conner

Born on August 10, 1910, on a farm in rural Dickinson County, Iowa, Laura Ida Philiph Conner was the middle daughter of Ben and Bertha Philiph. She died at St. Luke Nursing Home in Spencer, Iowa, on May 2, 2016, at the age of 105. She graduated from Hartley High School in 1928, and began her…

August 10, 1910 - May 2, 2016

Jack Art Schoelerman

Jackie 'Jack' Art Schoelerman, the son of Arthur and Edna (Wede) Schoelerman was born November 7, 1941 in Spencer, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Everly, IA area, where he attended school, graduating from Everly High School. Jack married Christine Eriksen on February 11, 1962…

November 7, 1941 - April 29, 2016

Justin Ray Miller

Justin Ray Miller, the son of Larry and Pamela (Johnson) Miller, was born on October 27, 1975 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Everly, IA, where he received his education, graduating from Clay Central-Everly High School in 1994. Justin started telemarketing at Evertek when…

October 27, 1975 - April 29, 2016

Terrance Lee Bean

Terrance Lee Bean was born August 18, 1941 in Brown County at Comfrey, MN to Richard and Mildred (Metteer) Bean. He was baptized in 1948 along with his sisters and father in their home in Blue Earth, MN. He attended schools in Blue Earth, Mn, Parkersburg, IA, and in Butterfield, MN. Lee…

August 18, 1941 - April 29, 2016

Marlene Catherine Garot

Marlene Catherine Garot, the daughter of Arnold Paul Kreutzberg and Dolores Kreutzberg, was born March 2, 1937 and went to be with the Lord on April 29, 2016. She is survived by her estranged husband, Richard Garot, her five children: Christina Garot, Paul Garot, Connie Page, Cari (Jim) Bizzell…

March 2, 1937 - April 29, 2016

Arlene Joyce Nelson

Arlene Joyce (Goyette) Nelson, the daughter of Ollie and Ione Goyette, was born on February 11, 1927. Her childhood years were spent in Royal, IA where she received her education, graduating from Royal High School. She moved to Des Moines, IA to work in the district rationing office. It was…

February 11, 1927 - April 27, 2016

Betty Engelke

Betty Lorraine Andersen, the daughter of Hans and Norma (Appledorn) Andersen, was born July 7, 1949 in Primghar, Iowa. She grew up in and around Paullina, Iowa where she graduated from Paullina High School in 1968. Betty married Brian Engelke on November 27, 1971. They spent the first…

July 7, 1949 - April 26, 2016

Helen Regina Bohr

Helen Regina Bohr was born August 18, 1925 in Kimball, South Dakota to Fred and Susan (Blasius) Schoenfelder. She grew up on her parents' farm near Plankinton, South Dakota. During her teenage years she stayed in the town of Plankinton, working for her room and board so that she could attend high…

August 18, 1925 - April 24, 2016

Patricia Droll

Patricia (Linnihan) Droll, only child of Terry and Betty Linnihan was born in LaCrosse, Wisconsin on August 9, 1927. The Linnihans moved to the Everly area in 1933 where Terry and Betty managed the local grain elevator. 'Patty' enjoyed reading and spent many hours absorbed in books. She also stayed…

August 9, 1927 - April 23, 2016

John Leonard Ihnen

Johnathon "John" Leonard Ihnen was killed in a tragic vehicle accident on Sunday, April 17, 2016, that took his life at the age of 53. On September 20, 1962, John was born in California, and as a baby his family moved to Illinois where he grew up with two sisters and two brothers. John…

September 20, 1962 - April 17, 2016

Rebecca 'Becky' Joyce Vander Tuig

In Lieu of Flowers, Memorials will be used to set up an endowment fund for pediatric cancer patients in Becky's name. Rebecca 'Becky' Joyce Vander Tuig, the daughter of Robert and Barbara (Raber) Thunhorst, was born September 10, 1951 in LeMars, IA. She spent her early years in LeMars,…

September 10, 1951 - April 16, 2016

Kathryn Odendahl

Kathryn Odendahl, age 90, of Spencer, and formerly of Carroll, died Saturday, April 16, 2016 at the Spencer Hospital in Spencer, Iowa.

September 22, 1925 - April 16, 2016

Orlyn Ray Wiemers

Orlyn Ray Wiemers, the son of Lot and Ragelina (Sonius) Wiemers, was born December 8, 1935, in Spencer, Iowa. He grew up on a farm near Spencer where he received his early education in country schools in Summit Township, and later graduated from Spencer High School in 1953. He continued his…

December 8, 1935 - April 14, 2016

Kenneth Roy Jones

Kenneth Roy Jones, the son of James Marion and Esther (McCain) Jones, was born May 2, 1951 in Spirit Lake, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spirit Lake where he received his early education until continuing his education at Gillett Grove, Iowa. During his early years of his…

May 2, 1951 - April 11, 2016

Boyd McGee

Boyd Keith McGee was born on November 24, 1940, to Keith and Christine (Kreutz) McGee. They lived on a farm near Quimby, Iowa. At this farm, he welcomed brothers Vincent, Donald, and Ronald. While there Boyd began school at Quimby Elementary School. In 1949 the family moved to a farm near…

November 24, 1940 - April 9, 2016

Lexa Marie Zalaznik

Lexa Marie Zalaznik, the daughter of Kent Zalaznik and Yvonne Daugherty, was born June 1, 1980 in Sioux City, IA. Her parents brought her home on November 28, 1980. Lexa's childhood years were spent in Greenville and she attended school at Clay Central and then Spencer, graduating in 1999…

June 1, 1980 - April 9, 2016

Joanne Arthur

Joanne Darlene Arthur the daughter of Otto and Ruby (Swartz) Schaper, was born on September 16, 1931, in Estherville, Iowa, She was raised and received her early education there, graduating from Estherville High School. She married William Arthur on December 3, 1950, in Estherville.…

September 16, 1931 - April 5, 2016

Catherine Wyatt

Catherine Wyatt of Okoboji, IA passed away Saturday, April 2, 2016 to be with her Lord at the age of 98. What a wonderful life she lived! Cathie served the Lord in so many ways with her generous giving every day, being a role model, her positive attitude on life and her smiles. For her friends…

July 3, 1917 - April 2, 2016

Norman Carroll Bensene

Norman Carroll Bensene, son of Glenn and Daisy Johnson Bensene, was born December 10th, 1928 in his maternal grandfather's home in Spencer, Iowa. Norman was raised in Fostoria, Iowa where his parents owned and operated The Bensene Hardware & Blacksmith Shop. Norman attended Summit # 1 country…

December 10, 1928 - April 1, 2016

E.C. 'Pee Wee' Rogers

Elwyn Charles "Pee Wee" Rogers, the son of Charles and Etta Estella Rogers, was born March 5, 1926 in Newell, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Newell, where he received his education, graduating from Newell High School. Following his schooling, he entered the military and served with…

March 5, 1926 - March 30, 2016

Edna Marie Mett

Edna Marie Mett, the daughter of John and Venita (Hansen) Westergard, was born on February 5, 1932, in Graettinger, IA. She was raised and attended country schools near Graettinger and graduating from Ruthven High School. After high school she moved to Spencer, where she worked for the telephone…

February 5, 1932 - March 30, 2016

Virginia Caroline Conlon

Virginia Conlon, the daughter of Allen and Hazel (Cole) Blessing, was born July 6, 1921 in rural Greenville, Iowa. Virginia attended school in Cornell, Iowa where she graduated in 1939. Following graduation, she worked at Carroll's Bakery, where she met her future husband. On April 18,…

July 6, 1921 - March 27, 2016

Sharon Larson

Sharon Larson, the daughter of Clarence and Lila Bumala Hosler, was born September 15, 1944 in Astoria, OR. She received her early education and graduated from the Astoria High School. She then attended Olympia College in Olympia, WA, where she graduated with an L.P.N. Degree. Following college,…

September 15, 1944 - March 23, 2016

Mary Belle Rinehart

Mary Belle Rinehart, the daughter of William and Belle (Dickinson) Schomaker, was born June 21, 1935 in Spencer, IA. She was raised on a farm south of Rossie, IA, where she received her education. Mary Belle was active in 4-H and raised and showed cattle with her brothers. Mary Belle was…

June 21, 1935 - March 23, 2016

Doris Wiemers

Doris Ida Wiemers, 81, returned to her heavenly home on March 23, 2016, in Spencer, Iowa. Doris was born in Everly, Iowa, to John and Jennie Geerdes in 1935. She graduated from Milford High School in 1952. After high school she worked in Washington D.C. in the naval department. She…

January 9, 1935 - March 23, 2016

Matthew Carroll

Matthew Clark Carroll, son of Josiah (Joe) and Jeanne Carroll, was born August 3, 1961, in Spencer. He received his education in Spencer and graduated from Spencer High School in 1980. Matthew pursued further education at the University of Iowa, Iowa City and Buena Vista College in Storm Lake,…

August 3, 1961 - March 21, 2016

Nancy Lou Glackin

Nancy Lou Glackin, the daughter of Harry and Carol (Hoke) Harson, was born August 2, 1938, in Hampton, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Emmetsburg, IA, where she received her education. Nancy married Alvin Glackin on June 18, 1960, in Emmetsburg, IA. During their marriage, she…

August 2, 1938 - March 19, 2016

Helen Louise Glasslee

Helen Glasslee was born November 25, 1939 to Dean and Laura Glasslee in Charlotte, MI, where she was born and raised. In 1963, she moved to Indian River where she was a bartender and cook for many years. In 1985, she moved to Iowa to be with her daughter, Kim and soon granddaughter. She…

November 25, 1939 - March 17, 2016

Dale Arthur Anderson

Dale Arthur Anderson, the son of Joe and Ruth (Johnson) Anderson was born on August 6, 1942, in Cherokee, IA. He was the ninth child of nine children. He received his early education in Meriden and graduated from Larrabee High School. After graduation, he entered into the military on June 9,…

August 6, 1942 - March 14, 2016

Russel Lee Auberg

Russel 'Russ' Lee Auberg, the son of Henry and Eva Lou (Roghair) Auberg was born on February 22, 1951, in Sheldon, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Boyden, Iowa, area. He graduated from Spencer High School in 1969. Following graduation he worked at the packing plant and married…

February 22, 1951 - March 14, 2016

Joyce Schnider

Joyce Ann Schnider, the daughter of Carl and Gwendolyn Anderson Van Hooser, was born November 2, 1935 in Peterson, Iowa. She received her early education and graduated from the Alta High School in Alta, Iowa in 1954. On July 31, 1960, Joyce married Alvin Schnider in Spencer. Following their…

November 2, 1935 - March 12, 2016

Robert Sumner Miller

Robert S. Miller, the son of Clinton and Edith (Yeager) Miller was born July 13, 1925 in Primghar, IA. The family moved to State Center, IA where he graduated from high school. Following high school Bob served as a fighter pilot during World War II in the Army Air Force until his Honorable…

July 13, 1925 - March 9, 2016

Penny Lou Goedicke

Penny Lou Berry Goedicke was born August 29, 1950 in Richland Center, Wisconsin to her parents Patrick Andrew Berry and Madeline Louise Herlitz Berry. At the age of 6 months, she moved with her family to Spencer, Iowa. Penny received her education through the Spencer School System. In 1966,…

August 29, 1950 - March 7, 2016

Darrell Richard Brugman

Darrell Richard Brugman was born, the first of ten children to Karl John and Eva Fern Olhausen Brugman on February 22, 1927 near Moneta, Iowa at the farm home where they lived. He moved to the Cornell area in 1935 and attended Burr Oak Country School and Cornell School. Darrell was drafted…

February 22, 1927 - March 6, 2016

Evelyn Rose Miller

Evelyn Rose Miller was the first born of eight children to George Henry and Clara Belle (Grans) Raveling. She grew up in the Peterson area. She helped on the farm with her family who owned and operated Midway Dairy which sold bottled milk. Evelyn was united in marriage to Freeman August…

February 20, 1912 - March 6, 2016

Arvilla Susanna Sassman

Arvilla Susanna Sassman, the daughter of Oscar and Anna Erickson Cleveland, was born April 8, 1933 in Linn Grove, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Rembrandt, where she received her education and graduated from Rembrandt High School in 1950. Arvilla married Harold Wayne Sassman on…

April 8, 1933 - March 6, 2016

Lois Marion Eilers

Lois Marion Eilers, the daughter of Floyd and Wava (Jenison) Thayer, was born June 24, 1934 in Ft. Dodge, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Ft. Dodge, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Ft. Dodge High School. On November 9, 1957, Lois married Harry Eilers in…

June 24, 1934 - March 3, 2016

Carol Gretchen Pearson

Carol S. Pearson, the daughter of Ernest and Louise (Brunais) Straub, was born August 22, 1926, in Spencer, Iowa, where she was raised and received her early education, graduating from Spencer High School. After high school she attended Iowa State University where she received a degree in…

August 22, 1926 - March 3, 2016

Donald William Terpstra

Donald William Terpstra, the only son of Sidney and Arlene Terpstra, was born December 1, 1946 in Hartley, Iowa. He spent his early childhood years in Hartley, Iowa before moving west to California with his parents in 1957. Donald was an exceptional high school athlete, who played…

December 1, 1946 - February 29, 2016

Glenn Everett Storm

Glenn Everett Storm, the son of Albert and Blanche (Balliet) Storm, was born August 27, 1931 in Sheldon, Iowa. Glenn spent most of his younger years in the Sanborn, Iowa area. He received his education in Sanborn. In 1952, Glenn enlisted into the United States Army. He received an Honorable…

August 27, 1931 - February 27, 2016

Jane Claire Hanson

Jane Claire Hanson, the daughter of Leroy and Mabel (McKim) Varnum was born on September 28, 1925 in Marshalltown, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the LaMoille, IA area where she attended school. She graduated from Oak Park Academy in Nevada, IA in 1943. Jane worked for one year as…

September 28, 1925 - February 25, 2016

Beverly J. Scoles

Beverly Jean (Metcalf) Scoles was born November 2, 1922, to John and Bertie (Boles) Metcalf, on a farm in Lake Township north of Dickens. After graduating as valedictorian from Lake Center High School in 1940, Beverly enrolled at Iowa State University in the fall of 1940, majoring in Home…

November 2, 1922 - February 24, 2016

Dana Hubbard

Dana Hubbard, the son of James and Marsena Stanley Hubbard, was born October 14, 1985 in Storm Lake, Iowa. After graduating from high school in 2004, Dana worked with his father at Hubbard's Cupboards for eight years. He was an excellent trim carpenter. He was in a bicycle accident in July of…

October 14, 1985 - February 22, 2016

Ralph Denver Brausey

Ralph Denver Brausey, the son of Ralph August Brausey and Ruby Ann Stotts Brausey, was born September 16, 1924 in Boone, IA. His childhood years were spent in Boone where he received his education. He stopped attending school at the age of 16, and went to work at the railroad and as a pin…

September 16, 1924 - February 21, 2016

James Joseph Bock

James Joseph Bock, the son Henry and Evelyn Weighner Bock, was born December 28, 1927 in Prairie du Chien, WI. Jim received his early education in La Crosse, WI. After graduating from Aquinas High School in La Crosse, Wisconsin, class of 1946, Jim enlisted in the US Army. He served two years in…

December 28, 1927 - February 21, 2016

Alvin 'Carl' Brechler

Alvin "Carl" Brechler, the son of Alvin and Evelyn (Davis) Brechler was born on April 10, 1939 in Curlew, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Webb, IA area where he attended school and graduated from Gillett Grove High School in 1957. Carl married Donna Schafer in 1960 and to this…

April 10, 1939 - February 21, 2016

Erma Elizabeth Anna Schmid

Erma Elizabeth Anna Schmid, the daughter of Ferdinand and Bessie (Butterfield) Schultze, was born May 14, 1917 in Plainview, NE. Her childhood years were spent in Nebraska, where she received her early education. She moved to Albert City, Iowa in 1936 and later to Spencer, Iowa in 1940, where…

May 14, 1917 - February 19, 2016

Patricia Ann Scott

Patricia Ann Scott, the daughter of Herman and Almira (Lauderback) Block was born on December 5, 1938, in Sanborn, Iowa. She was raised in Sanborn where she received her early education. On October 23, 1959, Pat married Donald Scott in Spencer, Iowa. Following their marriage, the couple…

December 5, 1938 - February 19, 2016

Annette Arleen Larsen

Annette Arleen Larsen was born in Albert Lea, MN. She was raised and received her early education there. Following her schooling she work in Albert Lea as a nursing assistant. On July 27, 1992, Annette married Jim Larsen in Albert Lea. Following their marriage, they lived in several…

September 7, 1957 - February 19, 2016

Gladys Dail Moeller

Gladys Dail Moeller was born June 29, 1918 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota to LeRoy Ellard Simpson and Elizabeth Mary Shoemaker Simpson. She graduated from the eighth grade in Coon Rapids, IA and from Everly High School in 1936. She attended College in Cedar Falls, Iowa and taught school in Westport…

June 29, 1918 - February 17, 2016

Vyonnie Euphane Fintzel

Vyonnie Euphane Fintzel was born on December 2, 1918, on a farm in Oldham, South Dakota to Anna Marie Throop and Ross Miller Throop. Her father was a prominent business man in this small town north of Sioux Falls. The population at the time was 364 people. She graduated from High School in 1935…

December 2, 1918 - February 10, 2016

April 7, 1951 - February 9, 2016

Todd Lee Gates

Todd Gates, 46, of Colorado Springs, CO, formerly from Spencer, passed away Feb. 8 in Colorado Springs. Todd was born in Spencer on March 13, 1969, to Gayle and Dennis Gates. Todd lived in Spencer while he was growing up attending K through 12th grades in the Spencer school system. In 1988 Todd…

March 13, 1969 - February 8, 2016

Jacob 'Jake' Marvin Moermond

Jacob 'Jake' Marvin Moermond, the son of Cornelius and Marie (Overman) Moermond, was born January 9, 1928 in Hollandale, MN. He moved with his family to O'Brien County in 1935 and Salem, Oregon in 1944. He entered the military in 1945 and served with the U.S. Navy until his honorable…

January 9, 1928 - February 6, 2016

Norman Lee Hebbel

Norman Lee Hebbel, the son of Wilbur (Willie) Hebbel and June (Walquist) Hebbel, was born In Storm Lake, IA on July 5,1951. He grew up in Spencer, IA, attending elementary through high school and graduating in 1969. He was active in sports, lettering in basketball and golf. After graduating from…

July 5, 1951 - February 5, 2016

Betty Mae Laursen

of Peterson, Iowa Betty Mae Laursen, the daughter of Christ and Martha (Luetkeman) Felten, was born May 18, 1923 in Spring Township, Cherokee County, Iowa. She was baptized and confirmed at St. John's Evangelical and Reformed Church south of Peterson. Her childhood years were spent on the…

May 18, 1923 - February 2, 2016

Betty Marie DeVos

Betty Marie DeVos, the daughter of Byron and Eunice (Bowie) Lyle, was born on April 21, 1921, in Sioux City, Iowa. She was raised in Sioux City and graduated from East High School. She then attended Wayne State and received a Teachers Certificate. While teaching in Ireton, Betty met Bill…

April 21, 1921 - February 2, 2016

Francis 'Bud' Fisher

Francis W "Bud" Fisher July 18, 1910 - February 1, 2016 Bud Fisher was born on the Winnebago indian reservation in Walthill, Nebraska to James W and Martha Fisher on July 18, 1910. His father was a cattle buyer for Sioux City Livestock, sold ponies to the indians, and ran a grain elevator. In…

July 18, 1910 - February 1, 2016

Robert Tesch

Robert William Tesch the son of Raymond and Nola (Hansen) Tesch was born on October 6, 1936, on the family farm south of Everly. He was raised on the farm and attended the Everly Schools and graduated from Everly High School in 1955. Robert married Marlis Ihnen on April 7, 1957, at the Hope…

October 6, 1936 - January 31, 2016

May 1, 1937 - January 29, 2016

Lillian Ann Schmidt

Lillian Ann Schmidt, the daughter of Thoral and Lois (Flint) All was born March 2, 1933 in Andrew, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Greenville and Rossie, IA area where she graduated from Greenville Rossie High School in 1951. Lillian married Walter Schmidt on May 18, 1958 in…

March 2, 1933 - January 27, 2016

Thomas 'Yote' Howard O'Brien

Thomas ('Yote') Howard O'Brien, the son of Michael and Myrtle Toomey O'Brien, was born April 27, 1934 in Sioux City, IA, the 7th of 8 children. His early education was at Blessed Sacrament, and he attended Trinity and graduated from Heelan High School in 1952 where he participated in all types of…

April 27, 1934 - January 25, 2016

Olivia Marie Strang

Olivia Marie Strang, the daughter of Rod and Roseanna Ducharme, was born November 8, 1931 in St. Ambrose, Manitoba, Canada, and worked for her dad in the Green Head Lodge where she met Lawrence Strang. She was united in marriage to Lawrence on September 5, 1954 in McDonald, Manitoba, Canada. They…

November 8, 1931 - January 21, 2016

Sherry Lee Schomaker

of Fort Dodge, Iowa formerly of Spencer. Sherry Lee Schomaker, the daughter of Arthur and Hazel (Olson) Johnson, was born June 30, 1940 in Spicer, MN. Her childhood years were spent in New London, MN, where she received her GED. She later moved to Storm Lake, IA and later Spencer, Iowa,…

June 30, 1940 - January 19, 2016

Monika Gray

Monika Beatta Gray, the daughter of Herold and Maria (Offenbacher) Otto, was born on April 30, 1955, in Mannheim, Germany. She was raised and received her early education there, graduating from high school. Monika married Richard Gray on November 15, 1972, in Manheim, Germany. After Rick's…

April 30, 1955 - January 16, 2016

Ruth Knephoff

Ruth Knephoff, the daughter of Kenneth and Jeanetta (Jessop) Green was born September 23, 1937, in Stuart, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Winterset, Iowa, and Royal, Iowa, where she attended school. Ruth moved to Stockton, California in 1974, where she worked several jobs including…

September 23, 1937 - January 14, 2016

Phyllis J. McDaniel

Phyllis Joy McDaniel, the daughter of Louis and Blanch (Bailey) Rohrbaugh was born on July 17, 1933, in Peterson, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Peterson area where she graduated from Peterson High School in 1951. Phyllis married Richard McDaniel, her high school sweetheart on…

July 17, 1933 - January 13, 2016

Robert Dean Steuben

Robert Dean Steuben was born on June 2, 1931, in Spencer along with his twin brother, Ronald, to Peter and Elfie Schoelerman Steuben. He spent his childhood in Everly and graduated from Everly High School in 1949. Robert was active in basketball and baseball which he excelled in. Robert…

June 2, 1931 - January 11, 2016

Elizabeth Brown

Elizabeth Brown, the daughter of Dick and Nellie (Kroeze) Van Gelder, was born August 23, 1929 in Orange City, Iowa. She enjoyed her childhood years with her parents and five siblings in Orange City. She graduated from high school at 16, and continued her education at Northwestern College…

August 23, 1929 - January 8, 2016

Mildred Rosa Ebel

Mildred Rosa Ebel, the daughter of Jesse and Pearl (Linder) Lyman, was born September 11, 1925, on a farm near Melvin, IA. Her family moved into town when she was four years old. She graduated from Melvin High School in 1943. She was employed as a clerk in the Melvin Post Office until her marriage…

September 11, 1925 - January 7, 2016

Leonard Carrol Amendt

Leonard Carrol Amendt, the son of Alfred and Minnie (Kracht) Amendt, was born August 21, 1930, in Sutherland, Iowa. He was baptized at home and confirmed at Bethel Lutheran Church in Sutherland. His childhood years were spent on a farm near Sutherland, where he received his education, graduating…

August 21, 1930 - January 7, 2016

Dick A. McClaren

Dick A. McClaren, the son of Basil and Maxine (Billings) McClaren was born in Cherokee, IA on July 11, 1964. His childhood years were spent in the Cherokee area where he attended Cherokee High School. Dick enlisted in the U.S. Army until his Honorable Discharge. Afterwards he moved to…

July 11, 1964 - December 27, 2015

Ada Alith Lauck

Ada Alith Lauck, the daughter of Alfred and Nora (Brown) Dagfinson, was born December 16, 1925, in Milford, IA. Her childhood years were spent on a farm near Milford where she received her early education. Ada married James Louis Lauck, after dating for five years, on September 2, 1944,…

December 16, 1925 - December 26, 2015

James L. 'Jim' Baschke

James (Jim) Leland Baschke was born on November 8, 1942 to Edward and Genevieve Baschke of Milford, Iowa. He was raised on a farm east of Milford and attended St. Joseph's Catholic School in Milford thru 8th grade. He graduated from Milford High School in 1961. Three surviving children;…

November 8, 1942 - December 26, 2015

Dwight Dean Schumann

Dwight Dean Schumann, the son of Emery and Viola (Zaiser) Schumann, was born November 19, 1934, in Hartley, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer where he received his early education, graduating from Spencer High School in 1953. Following high school, he continued his education at…

November 19, 1934 - December 25, 2015

Dennis 'Pat' Smith

Dennis Patrick Smith, the son of Vernon Kenneth and Evelyn May (Miller) Smith was born on January 1, 1947 in Spencer, Iowa. He was raised near Fostoria where he attended Summit #1 country school and then finished at Milford High School where he graduated. Pat married Nancy Mengelsen on July 23,…

January 1, 1947 - December 25, 2015

Lorraine Blair

Lorraine Anna Blair, the daughter of Emil and Rose (Sievers) Boettcher, was born September 29, 1930, in Dickinson County, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Spirit Lake where she received her education, graduating from high school in 1948. After her schooling, she continued to live in Spirit…

September 29, 1930 - December 21, 2015

Austin Michael Alan Roberts

Austin Michael Alan Roberts, the son of Travis and Lori Schomaker Roberts, was born June 23, 1997, in Spencer, Iowa. Austin received his early education in Spencer and was currently a senior at Spencer High School. Austin was a good kid. Born and raised in Spencer, Iowa, he loved what…

June 23, 1997 - December 19, 2015

June 16, 1924 - December 18, 2015

Pearl Katherine Steinke

Pearl Kathryn Steinke, the daughter of Walter and Celestia (Mesch) Adolf was born April 24, 1923 in rural May City, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Osceola County, where she attended country school. Pearl married Arthur Steinke in Ocheyedan, IA on September 8, 1940. They lived in…

April 24, 1923 - December 17, 2015

Denise Salton

Denise Ann Salton, the daughter of Wayne Everett and Doris Elkin Salton, was born February 14, 1962, in Spencer, Iowa. She received her education and graduated from South Clay in 1980. During her high school years, Denise enjoyed showing calves in 4-H. She continued her education at Westmar…

February 14, 1962 - December 15, 2015

Dennis 'Denny' L. Nissen

Dennis 'Denny' Nissen, the son of Harold and Gladys Johnson Nissen, was born March 29, 1942, in Dickens, Iowa. His family moved from Gillett Grove to Spencer when he was a young child. Denny attended school in Spencer and graduated from Spencer High School in 1960. On September 23, 1961, he…

March 29, 1942 - December 14, 2015

Edith Paul

Edith Mae Paul, the daughter of Clement and Elnora (Wiltse) Granger was born on September 6, 1927 in Sioux City, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Crofton, NE area where she graduated from Crofton High School in 1947. Edith married Alex Paul on June 1, 1947 in Sioux City, IA.…

September 6, 1927 - December 14, 2015

Stuart A. Seely

Stuart (Stu) A. Seely, 78, passed away on December 13th, 2015 at Avera Heart Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD. Stu was born October 7th, 1937 to Edith Iseminger and Sidney (Stu) Seely. During his early years, he lived on a dairy farm near Manson, Iowa. After graduating from Manson High School in 1955,…

October 7, 1937 - December 13, 2015

Myra Rose Currans-Partridge

Myra Currans-Partridge was born April 27, 1968, to Paul and Sheila (Blum) Currans, in Spencer, Iowa. Myra attended Sacred Heart School, and Spencer High School, graduating in 1986. Myra married Roger Partridge on May 20,1989, at the Clay County Courthouse, attended by Donald Duck. Myra…

April 27, 1968 - December 10, 2015

Dana Joyce Davis

Dana J. Davis, the daughter of Donald and Mary Davis, was born September 6, 1962 in San Pedro, CA. Her childhood years were spent in San Pedro, where she received her education, graduating from San Pedro High School. Dana married Richard Rosado and to this union three children were…

September 6, 1962 - December 10, 2015

Terry Dean Dandy

Terry Dean Dandy, the son of Morris and Maureen (Gruell) Dandy, was born December 23, 1944, in Spencer, IA, where he received his education, and was a member of First English Lutheran Church. Terry entered the Navy on December 19, 1962, where he served on the USS Bon Homme Richard until his…

December 23, 1944 - December 9, 2015

Freida A. Garms

Freida Ann Garms, was born on December 13, 1936, in St. Louis, Missouri to Grover T. and Sarah Ruth (Graham) Dietzen. Her childhood years were spent in the Chattanooga, TN area where she attended Central High School. Freida was received into God's Kingdom of Grace through the Sacrament of Holy…

December 13, 1936 - December 9, 2015

Service of Remembrance 2015

Warner Funeral Home, Hospice of Spencer Hospital and area churches are sponsoring a "Service of Remembrance" for anyone who has experienced the death of a loved one. This service has been rescheduled for MONDAY, DECEMBER 7TH, 2015 AT 6:30 p.m. at First Congregational Church, 1212 First Avenue West,…

December 7, 2015 - December 7, 2015

Orville 'Rocky' Tronson

Orville Leroy Tronson, known as Rocky, the son of Bert and Anna (Poppens) Tronson, was born on March 31, 1931, in Sioux Falls, SD. Rocky's childhood years were spent in Worthing, SD, where he received his early education. He attended high school at Augustana Academy in Canton, SD,…

March 31, 1931 - December 7, 2015

Earl Verner Angell

Earl Verner Angell, the son of Paul and Magna Milde, was born October 11, 1922 in Lankin, ND. He received his early education and graduated from Lane Technical High School in 1940 were he was a member of the National Honor Society. Earl served in the Coast Guard during World War II and Civil Air…

October 11, 1922 - December 6, 2015

Lois Ann Beck

Lois Ann Beck, the daughter of Irving Andrew and Ida Ruth (Garver) Reese was born April 10, 1923, on a farm near Linn Grove, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Rossie area and attended Rossie School. On February 28, 1945, Lois was united in marriage to Rudolph Beck at the Bethlehem…

April 10, 1923 - December 5, 2015

Audrey Goettsche

Audrey Jane Goettsche, the daughter of Humphrey and Clara Belle (Riley) Cox was born June 14, 1925 in rural Moorhead, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Peterson, IA area. She graduated from Peterson High School in 1943. She attended Moorhead Business School in Moorhead, MN. Audrey…

June 14, 1925 - December 4, 2015

Helene Simons

Helene Margaret (Mattson) Simons, age 95, longtime resident of rural Webb, passed away on Thursday, December 3, 2015 at Northshire Residence in Spencer. Helene was born on August 22, 1920 to parents Carl and Mabel (Dahlgren) Mattson in Grand Meadow Township, Cherokee, Iowa. She grew up on the…

August 22, 1920 - December 3, 2015

Jody Elizabeth Syndergaard

Jody Elizabeth, daughter of Donald Leroy and Joan Marliene (Burke) Johnson, was born November 12, 1961, in St. Paul, Minnesota. She grew up in Ulm, Arkansas and Paullina, Iowa, where she attended Zion-St. John Lutheran School and graduated with the Paullina High School Class of…

November 12, 1961 - November 29, 2015

Arlene Evelyn Koenck

Arlene Evelyn Koenck, the daughter of Earl and Mildred (Pothast) Bernhagen, was born May 23, 1926 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Dickens area, where she received her education, graduating from Lake Center High School in 1943. She attended Iowa State College (now ISU)…

May 23, 1926 - November 28, 2015

Timothy Dwayne Mike Elder

Timothy Dwayne Mike Elder, son of Robert and Mildred (Childress) Elder, was born November 3, 1981 in Lincoln, NE. His childhood years were spent in Ruthven, Iowa, where he received his education. Tim spent his entire life in Spencer, where he worked several odds and ends jobs, most recently…

November 3, 1981 - November 27, 2015

Ann Sorenson

Ann Sorenson, daughter of Gaetana Lipari and Santo Collova, was born September 22, 1915, in Racine Wisconsin. She was baptized at Sacred Heart Church and her childhood years were spent growing up with her four siblings, Frank, Dominic, Rose and Mary. She was united in marriage to Harry S. Sorenson…

September 22, 1915 - November 26, 2015

Donald L. Wilson

Donald L. Wilson, 95, of rural Dickens, passed away on November 23, 2015. Donald was born on July 26, 1920, in Freeman Township, Iowa, the son of Roy and Katie Wilson. He married Stella King on July 11, 1944. After attending a rural school, Donald began farming south of Dickens. He worked…

July 26, 1920 - November 23, 2015

Leon Watson Walker

Leon Watson Walker, the son of Lester Wayne and Ruth A. (Watson) Walker, was born May 10, 1922 in Sioux Rapids, IA. His childhood years were spent in Rossie, Iowa, where he received his education, graduating from Rossie High School in 1941. Leon married Phyllis June Walker on August 15, 1944…

May 10, 1922 - November 22, 2015

Darlene Marian O'Sullivan

Darlene Marian O'Sullivan, the daughter of Alfred and Ida (Rasmussen) Anderson, was born on April 23, 1933, on a farm north of Royal, IA. She grew up and received her early education there until the family moved to Spencer where she graduated from Spencer High School. Following high school she went…

April 23, 1933 - November 21, 2015

Darlene Koenig

Lois Darlene Koenig, 83 years old. Born August 27, 1932 in Spencer, Iowa. Darlene passed away November 20, 2015 at Trinity Regional Medical Center in Fort Dodge, Iowa. Darlene grew up in Greenville, Iowa and graduated from Gillett Grove High School in 1950. During her school years she…

August 27, 1932 - November 20, 2015

Marilyn Kay Jewett

Kay Jewett, the daughter of Floyd and Wayve (Denney) Kirby, was born March 22, 1939, in Villisca, IA. She was married to Hugh N. Jewett on May 29, 1963 in Oceanside, CA. They had one daughter, Cindy Linn. Kay graduated from Aurelia High School in 1957. She worked for the First Trust and…

March 22, 1939 - November 18, 2015

Janice Joanne 'Heisler' Turnquist

Janice (Heisler) Turnquist, age 79, passed away unexpectedly November 18, 2015, at the Spencer Hospital. Born Janice Joanne Larson on October. 15, 1936, in Ruthven, Iowa, to Edward and Victorean (Steidl) Larson, she grew up in Ruthven surrounded by a huge extended family and a lot of friends.…

October 15, 1936 - November 18, 2015

John Stanley Cross

John Stanley Cross, the son of George and Dollie (Teachout) Cross was born June 18, 1930, on a farm north of Webb, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Webb area where he received his education, graduating from Webb High School. John accepted Christ and was baptized at the age of 12. In…

June 18, 1930 - November 16, 2015

Venetia 'Cricket' Blakely

Venetia Moira 'Cricket' Blakely, the daughter of Frederick and Zoe (Packard) Cochrane, was born October 20, 1928 in Creston, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent there where she received her education, graduating from Creston High School. Cricket married James Blakely and to this union…

October 20, 1928 - November 15, 2015

John Valory Henely

John Valory Henely, the son of Lee and Gladys (Cox) Henely, was born on August 13, 1954 in Emmetsburg, IA. He was raised on a farm near Ayrshire where he attended school, graduating in 1973. After high school he entered into the military, serving in the U.S. Marine Corp. Following his time in…

August 13, 1954 - November 13, 2015

Bruce Edward Haht

Bruce Edward Haht, the son of Henry and Kathryn (Noethe) Haht, was born October 13, 1951 in Primghar, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Sutherland where he received his education, graduating from Sutherland High School. Bruce married Micki Anderson on October 16, 1970, in Sutherland.…

October 13, 1951 - November 12, 2015

Paul Wayne Rohwer

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Church of Christ Youth Services in Sutherland. Paul was born on a farm two miles from Paullina, Iowa, on November 30, 1922, to Gladys and Burdette Rohwer. He spent his early years with his parents, and two sisters on farms in the area until…

November 30, 1922 - November 6, 2015

Robert 'Bill' Sackett

Robert Wilson 'Bill' Sackett was born on November 20, 1933 as the third of Wilbur Wilson and Edith Murphy Sackett's five children. Bill attended school in Spencer, Iowa and was a member of the first Spencer High School Basketball team to make it to the state tournament in 1952. Bill managed the…

November 20, 1933 - November 6, 2015

Amos Christensen, Jr.

Amos LeGrant Christensen, Jr., the son of Amos and Hildur (Johnson) Christensen, Sr., was born August 29, 1930, in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Royal where he received his education, graduating from Royal High School in 1948. Amos began farming with his brother at the age…

August 29, 1930 - November 4, 2015

Francis Eugene Vodraska

Francis Eugene Vodraska, the son of Louis and Evelyn (Kelsey) Vodraska was born March 9, 1938, in Pocahontas, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Pocahontas area. Following his schooling, Francis helped his parents on the farm. Francis married Rita Mae Scheier on May 20, 1961, in…

March 9, 1938 - November 3, 2015

Lori Patricia Eriksen

Lori P. Eriksen passed away on Tuesday, November 3rd at 10:30 am. She lived with Multiple Sclerosis for 19 years before her passing at the Northshire Care Center in Spencer. Lori was preceded in death by her parents, Agdrup and Frances Eriksen of Peterson, IA. Her older brother Stephen Eriksen…

November 20, 1961 - November 3, 2015

Arnold Larsen

Arnold "Arnie" William Larsen was called Home on November 2, 2015, at the age of 93 years, having lived at home on the farm until the last few days of his life. He was born on November 27, 1921 near Lytton, Iowa to William and Christine (Ditzel) Legge. Arnie grew up in Spencer and…

November 27, 1921 - November 2, 2015

Dennis Ray Miles

Dennis Ray Miles, the son of Frank and June (O'Clair), was born on March 27, 1950, in Dickens, IA. He was raised and received his early education there. On March 8, 1971 he entered into the military serving in the United States Air Force. While in the military he received the rank of Sgt. He…

March 27, 1950 - November 2, 2015

Myrna Mardella Holcomb

Myrna Mardella Holcomb, the daughter of Russell and Lura (Howe) Holcomb, was born October 22, 1939 in Emmetsburg, Iowa. They lived with her grandfather for a short time before moving to Laurens, Iowa for a year. They lived near Virgin Lake close to Ruthven, Iowa for three years and later south of…

October 22, 1939 - November 1, 2015

Edna Arvilla Walton

of Pomeroy, formerly of Everly, Ia. Edna Arvilla Walton, the daughter of Ray and Amelia (Olson) Allen, was born June 3, 1923, in Clear Lake, Minnesota. Her childhood years were spent in the Albert City, Iowa, area where she received her education, graduating from Albert City High School. …

June 3, 1923 - October 31, 2015

David Lowell Morris

David Lowell Morris passed away peacefully on October 28, 2015 at his home. He was born July 2, 1927 to Melvin and Emma (Hayes) Morris. Mr. Morris spent his childhood on the family farm outside of Welcome, MN. They were members of the local Methodist Church. Dave married Marlene Plumhoff in…

July 2, 1937 - October 28, 2015

Donna Doreen Christy

Donna Doreen Christy, the daughter of George Cora (Kolpin) Oatman, was born in Buena Vista County near Alta, IA. She was baptized on December 17, 1933, and confirmed at St. Peter's English Lutheran Church in Newell, IA, on March 30, 1947. The family moved southwest of Newell and she finished her…

November 21, 1933 - October 27, 2015

Marie Butler

Marie Butler, the daughter of Rasmus and Johanna (Pederson) Rasmussen, was born on March 10, 1918, in Latimer, Iowa. She was raised in the Hampton area where she received her early education. On August 28, 1938, Marie married Wilson 'Bud' Butler in Dumont, Iowa. Following their…

March 10, 1918 - October 25, 2015

Kim Duff

Kim Marie Duff, the daughter of Fredrick Jr. and Josephine (Templeman) Duff was born on August 21, 1959 in East Chicago, IN. Her childhood years were spent in the Hammond, IN area before moving to Iowa in 1970. Kim graduated from Spencer High School in 1978. She then started work for…

August 21, 1959 - October 24, 2015

Sherry O'Driscoll

Sherry Lynn O'Driscoll, the daughter of Jim and Shirley (Broadwright) Driscoll was born on March 15, 1960 in Duquesne, PA. Her childhood years were spent near Nederland, CO where she graduated high school. She moved to the West Bend, IA area in 2000. Sherry enjoyed collecting antiques,…

March 15, 1960 - October 23, 2015

Richard Eisenbacher

Richard James Eisenbacher was born in Whittemore, IA on January 23, 1941 to Roman and Viola (Hilbert) Eisenbacher. Richard worked as a mechanic for several years, a supervisor for UPS and Smith Lumber, before retiring. He loved racing cars, antiquing, and above all else, his privacy. …

January 23, 1941 - October 23, 2015

Jacqueline 'Jacque' Jill Heilstedt

Jacqueline Jill Heilstedt, the daughter of Walter William and Lois Marie Wohlenberg Moeller, was born May 19, 1938 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent on a farm south east of Spencer. She received her education in Gillett Grove where she graduated in 1956. Jacque married…

May 19, 1938 - October 22, 2015

Donald John Weikum

Donald John Weikum, the son of Jacob and Katherine Grup Weikum, was born July 18, 1919 in Redfield, SD. Don was raised on a farm in Redfield and received his education at Redfield, SD. Following his schooling, Don farmed on the home farm with his brother until 1958 when he moved to Spencer. …

July 18, 1919 - October 22, 2015

Valeta June Kephart

Valeta 'Vee' June Kephart, 70, was born April 17, 1945 in George to Virgil and Verna Horn. She obtained her education in the George school system. Vee married Thomas Kephart in 1964 and moved to Greenville. In 1978 she took up residence in Spencer. The couple had two daughters and later…

April 17, 1945 - October 19, 2015

Marlene Matilda Lenz

Marlene Matilda Lenz, the daughter of Carl and Madeline (Koewler) Lenz, was born on December 21, 1943, in Storm Lake, IA. She grew up on a farm near Early, then Linn Grove through early grade school, at Rossie until high school and then Spencer where she graduated from Spencer High School in 1962.…

December 21, 1943 - October 18, 2015

Lola Long Meyerdirk

Lola Virgina Long Meyerdirk, the daughter of George and Amelia (Zaiser) Mayou, was born August 1, 1923, in Everly, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Everly where she received her education in country schools. She later completed her education at Lake Park High School. She married…

August 1, 1923 - October 14, 2015

Ronald Keith Whalen

Ronald Keith Whalen, the son of Keith and Laura (Montgomery) Whalen, was born October 30, 1941 in Sanborn, Iowa. He grew up living with his grandparents in Primghar, Iowa, where he received his education, graduating from Primghar High School. After high school, he lived in Sioux Falls, SD. …

October 30, 1941 - October 13, 2015

Bernice 'Bernie' Lorene Syndergaard

Bernice 'Bernie' Syndergaard, the daughter of Charles and Lorene (Noethe) Streufert, was born January 6, 1928 on a farm north of Sutherland, IA. Her entire life was spent in Sutherland, where she received her education, graduating from Sutherland High School in 1945. Bernie married Robert…

January 6, 1928 - October 11, 2015

Irma Jean Jobe

Irma Jean Jobe, the daughter of Lela Kartman and Gerald Kartman was born November 11, 1926 in Lancaster WI. She grew up in Cassville WI where she went to grade school and high school. Irma passed away at 5:35am Tuesday October 6, 2015 under hospice care at the Spencer Hospital her daughter Kay…

November 11, 1925 - October 6, 2015

Barbara Brees

Barbara Wilson Brees was born March 7th 1924 in Dundurn, Saskatchewan, Canada to Frank and Hazel Ferrin Wilson. In 1937 she moved with her family to a rural Cherokee Farm and graduated from Aurelia High School in 1942. Barb attended UNI Teachers College and following that she taught in the…

March 7, 1924 - October 5, 2015

Linda Rae Malaise

Linda Rae Malaise, the daughter of Richard and Irene (Bruswitz) Boyle, was born July 30, 1938 in Eagle Grove, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Eagle Grove, where she received her education, graduating from Eagle Grove High School. Linda married Harold Malaise on September 22, 1956…

July 30, 1938 - October 4, 2015

Linda Marie Carlson

Linda Marie Carlson, the daughter of William and Dora (Allwine) Pratt, Sr., was born August 5, 1943 in Omaha, NE. Her childhood years were spent near Omaha, in Ft. Calhoun, NE. She graduated from Pratt High School in 1961. After high school, she worked at Clarkson Hospital as a ward clerk until…

August 5, 1943 - September 24, 2015

Ronald 'Ron' Lee Sanow

Ronald Lee Sanow, the son of Lester and Clover (Woodall) Sanow, was born July 25, 1940, in Remsen, Iowa. His childhood years were spent on a farm near Remsen where he received his education at Remsen Union High School and later Le Mars High School, where he graduated in 1958. After his…

July 25, 1940 - September 24, 2015

Delmar 'Del' Julius Muckey

Delmar "Del" Julius Muckey, the son of Gilbert and Florence Mae Harvey Muckey, was born April 6, 1934 on a farm in Douglas County, SD. His early years were spent in South Dakota until the age of 9, the family then moved to Madison, MN where he graduated from high school. He attended and graduated…

April 6, 1934 - September 23, 2015

Marianne Elizabeth Freking

Marianne Elizabeth Freking, the daughter of Henry and Annarean (Poeckes) Freking, was born September 1, 1929 in LeMars, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Sioux City, Iowa, graduating from Cathedral Catholic School. Following her high school, she worked as an accountant for Blue…

September 1, 1929 - September 23, 2015

Michael Kunath

Michael Sumner Kunath was born in Spencer, Iowa on October 9, 1948 to Kay and Bonnie (Sorenson) Kunath. He spent his first 10 years on a farm near Dickens, IA where his parents farmed for his grandfather. This is where he developed his interest in mechanical devices. Mike spent many hours…

October 9, 1948 - September 21, 2015

Evaughn Shaffer

Evaughn Shaffer, daughter of John Carl and Bernice Ellen Loeser, was born on July 25, 1925 in Lexington, Texas. She spent her childhood years on the family farm outside Lexington, where she graduated from high school in 1942. She later attended Southwest Texas State Teachers College in San Marcos,…

July 25, 1925 - September 20, 2015

Arlene Hamrick

Arlene Hamrick, the daughter of Jess and Elsie Mae (Wells) McVey, was born January 19, 1919 in Webb, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Webb, where she received her early education later graduating from Spencer High School. Arlene married Orley Ralph Hamrick on October 15, 1938 in…

January 19, 1919 - September 19, 2015

David Eric Olson

David Eric Olson, the son of Clarence and Rosemary (Koll) Olson, was born on August 13, 1949 in Storm Lake, Iowa. He grew up and received his education in Sioux Rapids, where he graduated from high school in 1967. Following high school, he worked for Skov Trucking in Rembrandt. He moved with his…

August 13, 1949 - September 17, 2015

Robert E. Seversen, Jr.

Robert E. Seversen, Jr., the son of Robert and Marie (Andersen) Seversen, was born on August 23, 1922, in Spencer, IA. He was baptized and confirmed at the Bethany Lutheran Church in Spencer. He attended the same rural school all eight years with the same teacher in Sioux Township, Clay County.…

August 23, 1922 - September 13, 2015

Mary Ann Mingus

Mary Mingus (Roland) died unexpectedly in Spencer, Iowa, on Friday September 11, 2015, at the age of 74. She is survived by Husband, Richard Mingus; daughter, Rebecca Thong (Mingus) of Spencer,IA. Vieng Thong of Spencer, IA. Sons: Jeffery Mingus of Newell, IA, Michael and Hoa Mingus of Spirit Lake,…

September 8, 1941 - September 11, 2015

Roberta Travis

Roberta (Bobbie) Ann Travis was born on April 8, 1928 to Rose and Bernard Smith. She was raised and educated in Ayrshire, Iowa. She met Rex when his Dad arranged 6 girls for him to meet. He picked Bobbie and the rest is history. They were married on August 29, 1946. They moved to Webb in…

April 8, 1928 - September 11, 2015

Lorna Ruth Goetsch

Lorna Ruth Goetsch, the daughter of Fred and Alice (Lamkin) Lucas, was born December 23, 1926 in Rock Rapids, IA. Her childhood years were spent in George, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from George High School. She continued her education at the University of Northern Iowa…

December 23, 1926 - September 10, 2015

Victor George Weisbrod

Victor George Weisbrod, the son of Donald and Mollie (Struve) Weisbrod, was born November 6, 1926 by Royal, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Linn Grove and Rossie, Iowa areas, where he received his early education. Vic married LaVonne Lenhart on February 22, 1948 in Spencer,…

November 6, 1926 - September 8, 2015

William 'Bill' Wendlandt

Family and friends mourn the passing of William Wendlandt. William Charles Wendlandt, the son of William Carl and Mary (Rien) Wendlandt, was born October 15, 1926, in Regal, Minnesota and graduated from Paynesville, Minnesota high school in 1944. In high school, Bill was a recognized…

October 15, 1926 - September 7, 2015

Betty Lavonne Matthiesen

Betty LaVonne Matthiesen, the daughter of David and Esther (Todd) Averill, was born on February 1, 1931 at her uncle's farm in rural Spencer, IA. She spent most of her childhood years in and around Spencer. Betty left home at a young age and put herself through school working various jobs for…

February 1, 1931 - September 7, 2015

Rosemary June Carlson

Rose grew up in north central Iowa on a farm with three sisters and a brother. She was the oldest of her siblings. Rose cherished many fond memories of playing ball, school and church, and riding trikes and bikes with her siblings. Rose was always surrounded by cats and dogs while growing up, along…

April 16, 1946 - September 6, 2015

Bruce Wendell Johnson

Bruce Wendell Johnson, the son of James Wendell and Grace (Hanson) Johnson, was born February 5, 1947 in Windom, MN. His family moved to Spencer, Iowa when he was an infant. He received his education in Spencer schools, graduating from Spencer High School in 1965. After his schooling, he entered…

February 5, 1947 - August 30, 2015

Kandace Kae Spencer

Kandace Kae Spencer, the daughter of Imogene (Davis) and Kenneth Kruse, was born April 2, 1946 in Huron, SD. Her childhood years were spent in De Smet, SD, where she received her education graduating from De Smet High School. After high school, she attended South Dakota State University in…

April 2, 1946 - August 29, 2015

Linda Lou O'Hara

Linda Lou (Breidinger) O'Hara, 68, passed away on August 27, 2015 after struggling valiantly with cancer. Linda was born on September 18, 1946 in Spencer, IA to Dorothy and Orville Breidinger. She received her high school diploma from Milford, IA in 1964. After graduation Linda moved to…

September 18, 1946 - August 27, 2015

Betty 'Lorene' Hanson

Betty 'Lorene' Hanson, the daughter of Leon and Wilma Alexander Baldwin, was born July 1, 1923, in Barron, WI. She received her early education and graduated from the Barron High School. Lorene married Leo Kenneth Hanson on March 20, 1941. To this union seven children were born. They…

July 1, 1923 - August 27, 2015

Lanny Woolery

Lanny Dean Woolery, the son of Omer and Mildred (Wilkie) Woolery, was born on October 9, 1957, in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Everly where he attended school. Following school, he entered into the military on March 10, 1976, serving in the U.S. Army. He was honorably…

October 9, 1957 - August 26, 2015

Wally Fred Martwick

Wally Fred Martwick, the son of Edward and Mary Martwick was born March 10, 1933, in Stewart, MN. He served in the Korean War and trained as a Paratrooper. In 1954, he married Norma Noteboom in Madelia, MN, and had four children. In 1961, he married Sally Patrick in Vici, OK, and had two…

March 10, 1933 - August 18, 2015

Elvis Jesse Lee

Elvis Jesse Lee, the son of Nikolas and Armilia Wolf Hansen, was born on August 12, 1948, in Arcadia, WI. He was raised and received his early education there. Following school, Elvis lived in several communities and worked various jobs. On October 16, 1986, Elvis married Deborah Powell, in…

August 12, 1948 - August 17, 2015

Vivian LaVone Jespersen

Vivian LaVone Jespersen, the daughter of Jesse and Myrtle (Roberts) Morrow, was born April 22, 1925, on a farm southwest of Royal. She was baptized in the Methodist Church. After her early years on the farm and in country school, she moved with her parents to Spencer, started 7th grade there,…

April 22, 1925 - August 14, 2015

Sherman C. Scharnberg

Sherman Charles Scharnberg, the son of Eldo and Helen (Zaiser) Scharnberg was born on October 22, 1935 in May City, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Everly, IA area, where he attended school, graduating from Everly High School in 1954. He then went to Business College in Omaha, NE,…

October 22, 1935 - August 11, 2015

Charles Peter Quist

Charles Peter Quist, the son of Charles and Elizabeth (Nielsen) Quist was born December 14, 1917 in Spencer, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Spencer area, where he attended school. After school Charles worked on the family farm his entire life until his retirement. Charles married…

December 14, 1917 - August 11, 2015

Sarah Ann Van Kleek-King

Sarah Ann Van Kleek-King, the daughter of Vernon and Alice Van Kleek, was born December 28, 1953 in Emmetsburg, IA. She grew up in Arnolds Park, Iowa and she received her education in the Lake's area, graduating from Spirit Lake High School in 1972. She was a great fish cleaner as she worked with…

December 28, 1953 - August 10, 2015

Gregory 'Greg' Lynn Seaman

Gregory Lynn Seaman, the son of Bob and Gloria (Mills) Seaman, was born February 19, 1949 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Milford and later Spencer, Iowa, where he received his education, graduating from Spencer High School in 1968. After his schooling, he entered the military…

February 19, 1949 - August 9, 2015

Meryl Lester Smith

Meryl Lester Smith, 91, born on February 8, 1924 at Curlew, Iowa and baptized April 4, 1947 in Laurens. He graduated from Garfield-Webb in 1943; he served in the Army from 1944 to 1945, and was honorably discharged due to polio. He came home and married the love of his life, Mardella K. Aden in…

February 8, 1924 - August 9, 2015

Lorraine Siewert

Lorraine Anne Siewert, the daughter of Anna and William Drapeau, was born January 26, 1928 in New Haven, CT. She grew up in Connecticut, where she graduated from Hartford Public High School in 1945. She married Richard Siewert on July 3, 1947 in New Haven. After their marriage, they…

January 26, 1928 - August 6, 2015

Carolyn Dotson

Carolyn Rae Dotson, the daughter of Orlo and Cora (Handy) Lockey was born on March 21, 1934, in Spencer, Iowa. She married Gilbert "Tom" Dotson on November 29, 1953, in Arnolds Park, Iowa. One week following their marriage, Tom went to Fort Hood, Texas, to serve in the Army where Carolyn…

March 21, 1934 - August 5, 2015

March 18, 1939 - August 4, 2015

Roseann Barger

Roseann was born in Northfield, MN, on July 21, 1930 to Enoch and Ethyl (Kucker) Madsen. She moved with her family early in her childhood to Sioux City, IA, where she spent her life until 2008 when she moved to Spencer, IA. Roseann married the love of her life, Robert Barger on July 26, 1949.…

July 21, 1930 - August 3, 2015

Sandra Jo Quist-Conover

Sandra Jo Quist Conover, the daughter of Robert Sr. and Marge (Faulkner) Quist was born November 11, 1959, in Spencer, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Spencer area where she received her education before attending Ellsworth Community College. Sandra married Burroughs Conover on July…

November 11, 1959 - August 1, 2015

David Edmonds

David Charles Edmonds, the son of Estal and Eva (Nelson) Edmonds was born December 21, 1952, in Onawa, Iowa. Dave spent his childhood in Little Sioux, Iowa, surrounded by family and the Loess Hills. He graduated from West Harrison High School in Mondamin, Iowa, in 1971. He attended…

December 21, 1952 - July 31, 2015

Billy Blair Rohrbaugh

Billy Blair Rohrbaugh, son of Lou and Blanche Bailey Rohrbaugh, was born August 24, 1936, at Peterson, Iowa, where he spent his childhood years. He was united in marriage to Carolyn Faye Gottsch, of Sutherland, on September 3, 1960. Shortly after their marriage he joined the Bethel…

August 24, 1936 - July 29, 2015

Erwin Anton Barglof

Erwin Anton Barglof, the son of Anton and Nora (Garrett) Barglof, was born October 30, 1925 on a farm north of Greenville, IA. His childhood years were spent near Greenville, where he received his education, graduating in 1943. He entered the military and served with the U.S. Army from 1944…

October 30, 1925 - July 27, 2015

Shirley Dandy Beck Amis

Shirley Mae Amis, the daughter of Morris and Maureen (Gruell) Dandy, was born November 19, 1935 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer, where she received her education, graduation in Spencer schools. She married George Beck and to this union was born three sons:…

November 19, 1935 - July 26, 2015

Max Van Buren

Max Lee Van Buren, the son of Vern and Loretta (Spencer) Van Buren, was born August 18, 1933 in Pawnee City, NE. His childhood years were spent in Pawnee and his family later moved to Spencer, Iowa when Max was a young child. He continued his education at Spencer schools, graduating from Spencer…

August 18, 1933 - July 23, 2015

Roger Norman Negus

Roger Norman Negus, the son of Orson and Elsie (Heinze) Negus, was born September 2, 1932 in Sutherland, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Sutherland, where he received his education, graduating from Sutherland High School. After high school he drove the route for Sutherland Creamery,…

September 2, 1932 - July 22, 2015

Myrtle Marie Egger

Myrtle M. Egger, the daughter of Arthur and Rickie (Schultz) Wise was born December 25, 1916 in Oto, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Oto where she received her education in Oto schools. She was baptized in the Congregational Church in Oto. Myrtle married Everett Egger of Holly…

December 25, 1916 - July 19, 2015

Joseph K. Espey

Joseph K. Espey, the son of Elmer and Edna (Junger) Espey was born on December 19, 1951 in Iowa City, Iowa. His early childhood years were in Milford, Iowa later moving to Spencer where he graduated High School. On July 30, 1993, Joe married Joleen Klaassen in Sioux Falls, SD. They made…

December 19, 1951 - July 13, 2015

Norma Jean Andersen

Norma Jean Andersen, the daughter of William and Tena (Heien) Runkle, was born March 4, 1927 in Greenville, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Greenville, where she receive her early education for 10 years and continued her education in Perryville, Maryland, where she completed her education…

March 4, 1927 - July 11, 2015

Kenneth Lester Brinkley

Kenneth Lester Brinkley was born October 30, 1919 on a farm outside of Dickens, Iowa. Kenneth was called to his heavenly home on Monday, July 6, 2015 at St. Luke Nursing Home in Spencer. He was the 9th of 14 children born to Ebb and Eva Content (Brown) Brinkley. He grew up in the Spencer,…

October 30, 1919 - July 6, 2015

James 'Jim' Ralph Hoye

James 'Jim' Ralph Hoye, the son of Harry Eugene and Kathryn Leona (Peters) Hoye, was born January 26, 1942, in Chicago, IL. He graduated from Aberdeen Central High School, Aberdeen, South Dakota, in 1960. Following high school, he attended Northern State College in Aberdeen, SD,…

January 26, 1942 - July 4, 2015

Roy Newcomb, Jr.

Roy Newcomb, Jr., the son of Roy and Hazel (Howard), was born on May 10, 1930, in Webb, Iowa. The family moved to Spencer when Roy was young. He attended school in Spencer and graduated from Spencer High School. Following high school he attended Wayne State College for a short time. On July…

May 10, 1930 - June 29, 2015

Maxine Elizabeth Thompson

Maxine Elizabeth Thompson, daughter of Pete and Esther (Goedicke)Wiedenkamp was born on September 5, 1922 in Spencer, Iowa. She attended Riverton District One and graduated from Spencer High School with honors in 1940. Following graduation, she attended A.I.B. Secretarial School, returning to serve…

September 5, 1922 - June 29, 2015

Leland Rae Brown

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be given in Leland's

November 29, 1934 - June 25, 2015

Irma Bernice Gonnerman

Irma Bernice Berends Gonnerman, age 92, daughter of Chris and Jennie (Noble) Berends was born June 4, 1923, in May City and passed away June 25, 2015 in Littleton, Colorado. Irma attended rural schools and graduated from Excelsior High School in 1940. She married Lloyd Gonnerman on Sept.…

June 4, 1923 - June 25, 2015

Robert Gregory Ekberg

Robert "Bob, Bobby" Gregory Ekberg, the son of Robert W. and Donnabelle (Walstrom) Ekberg was born April 3, 1953, in Spencer, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Royal, IA, area where he attended school, graduating from Clay Central High School in 1971. Robert worked as a…

April 3, 1953 - June 24, 2015

Ruth Rosella Kunzmann

Ruth Rosella Kunzmann, the daughter of Herman and Jeanetta (Curry) Gustoff, was born February 22, 1929 in Coon Rapids, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer, where she received her education, graduating from Spencer High School in 1948. Ruth married Nyle Kunzmann on July 23, 1950…

February 22, 1929 - June 23, 2015

Angela Lawson

Angela (Angie) Irene Lawson, the daughter of Tim and Edna (Langstraat) Lawson was born March 18, 1975 in Spencer, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Greenville area, graduating from Spencer High School in 1993, then earning her B.A. from Northwestern College in Orange City, IA. …

March 18, 1975 - June 23, 2015

Mildred 'Milly' Marcella Black

Mildred Marcella Black, the daughter of Raymond and Mary Konrady Halling, was born September 22, 1923 on a farm near Schaller, Iowa. She received her early education in country schools, graduating from Cornell High School in Cornell, Iowa in 1941. On May 29, 1946, Milly was united in…

September 22, 1923 - June 23, 2015

Vivian Hart

Vivian Hart 96 of Spencer,Iowa, formerly of Correctionville, Iowa passed away on Saturday, June 20, 2015 at Northshire Care Center in Spencer. Vivian was born on September 21, 1918 in Graceville, Minnesota to Edward and Florence Robinson. She moved with her family to Correctionville,…

September 21, 1918 - June 20, 2015

John Kenneth Frans

John Frans, 71, of Spencer passed away at his home June 16, 2015. In keeping with his wishes he was cremated and private family burial services will be held August 1, 2015 at Riverside Cemetery in Spencer. John Kenneth Frans the only child of Albert Kenneth and Dorothy Elizabeth…

April 15, 1944 - June 16, 2015

Anna Margaret Somers

Anna Margaret Somers, the daughter of Jerd Groenewold and Margaret 'Maggie' (Cramer) Groenewold, was born November 2, 1919 on a farm near Everly, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Waterford Twsp., Iowa, where she received her early education at a country school and graduated from…

November 2, 1919 - June 15, 2015

Arthur 'Artie' Dean Barglof

Arthur Dean Barglof, son of Ernest and Myrtle (Lykins) Barglof, was born on the family farm on April 9, 1942, in Greenville, Iowa. He attended and graduated from Greenville-Rossie High School where he excelled at basketball and baseball. He married Dianne Hadenfeldt and to this union…

April 9, 1942 - June 12, 2015

Katie Lynne Grave Anderson

Katie Lynne Anderson was born December 16, 1983 to Lance and Linda Grave of Spencer Iowa. She passed away at the age of 31 on June 7th 2015 in a fatal car accident in Fairfield, CA. Her childhood was spent in the town she was raised, Spencer, IA. Her love of school and athletics was her inspiration…

December 16, 1983 - June 7, 2015

Michael Alan Lindahl

Michael Alan Lindahl, the son of Richard (Dick) Lindahl and Bonnie Markley, was born on April 16, 1948, in Fremont, Nebraska. He grew up and lived in Fremont, Nebraska with his sister, Jini Leigh (Lindahl) Voss and grandfather Clinton Jonathan and grandmother, Una Lindahl. He graduated from…

April 16, 1948 - June 7, 2015

Sheri Hallett

Sheri Ann Hallett was born October 31, 1954 in Sioux Rapids Iowa to Elwyn and Mary Peterson. She spent her early years in Marathon, Iowa and later moved to Spencer where she graduated in 1972. Sheri met Richard Hallett in 1967 at the age of 13 and they have been together ever since. They…

October 31, 1954 - June 6, 2015

Robert 'Bob' Elton

Robert Lee Elton, 80, passed away peacefully at Lakes Regional Healthcare, Spirit Lake, IA on June 6, 2015. Bob was born on March 13, 1935 to Rudy and Helen Elton in Caledonia, MN. Bob graduated from Creston High School, Creston, IA, in 1953. He studied chemical engineering at the University of…

March 13, 1935 - June 6, 2015

Steve Kozelka

Steven Francis Kozelka, the son of Frank Kozelka, was born on July 6, 1977, in Prairie du Chien, WI, where he was raised and received his early education. Following graduation, he worked for a Waste Management company and then Miller Beer Company as a driver, both in Prairie du Chien. He…

July 6, 1977 - June 6, 2015

July 28, 1929 - June 6, 2015

Rev. William Henry Brott

William H. Brott, son of Dale and Edith Clark Brott, was born February 24, 1926, in Ruthven, Iowa. William received his education in country schools and Ruthven High School.…

February 24, 1926 - June 4, 2015

Juanita Hicks

Juanita 'Nita' Ober Hicks, was born in Galveston, TX on May 11, 1937, the daughter of Henry John Ober and Virginia Rivas Ober. She attended school in Galveston, graduating from Ball High School in 1955. Nita married Les Hicks in 1972. Les brought with him into the marriage two daughters,…

May 11, 1937 - June 4, 2015

Arnold White

Arnold Robert White, the third son of Eddie B. and Lucille (Swanson) White, was born on December 28, 1932, on the family farm near Mallard, Iowa. He passed away on June 2, 2015, of a sudden heart attack at the farm, at the age of 82. Arnie attended school in Mallard, Iowa. He enlisted in…

December 28, 1932 - June 2, 2015

LaVern Benson

LaVern Benson, the son of Howard Clinton and Gladys Fern (DeWitt) Benson, was born April 7, 1926, in What Cheer, IA. His childhood years were spent in Montezuma, IA, where he received his early education through the 7th grade. His family later moved to Rose Hill for two years and New Sharon, IA,…

April 7, 1926 - June 1, 2015

Sylvia Adeline Corcoran

Sylvia Adeline Corcoran, the daughter of Joseph and Josephine (Jilek) Novak, was born on August 4, 1923 in Avon, SD. She grew up in the area and received her early education by attending country schools. She attended college in Springfield, SD where she received a teacher's certificate. She…

August 4, 1923 - June 1, 2015

Alice Darlene Gaston

Alice Darlene Gaston, the daughter of Wallace and Nellie (Nelson) Kenney, was born May 22, 1927 in Rich Hill, MO. Her childhood years were spent in Rich Hill, where she received her education. During her childhood years, she enjoyed helping on the farm. Alice married Delbert Gaston on…

May 22, 1927 - May 29, 2015

Elizabeth Ann 'Beth' Speidel

Elizabeth Ann Speidel, the daughter of Richard and Frances (Murphy) Warner, was born on August 16, 1962, in Hammond, Indiana. She grew up on a farm near Lowell, Indiana, where she received her early education and graduating from high school. Beth married Robert McMurry following high…

August 16, 1962 - May 22, 2015

Donald Lyle Knephoff

In Loving Memory of Donald Lyle Knephoff Donald L Knephoff was born on September 29, 1934 in Grand Island, NE. to Lauren E & Louise I (Haines) Knephoff. The family moved to California when Donald was about 6 years old, where Donald received his education. He graduated from Leuzinger High…

September 29, 1934 - May 21, 2015

Lorene 'Gunnie' Brower

Lorene "Gunnie" Marie Brower, the daughter of Pearly and Abbie (Goyette) Morrow was born on October 12, 1922, in Royal, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Royal area where she attended school, graduating from Royal High School. She then attended Cosmetology school in Sioux City,…

October 12, 1922 - May 21, 2015

December 15, 1963 - May 21, 2015

Ruby Hughes

Ruby Darlene Hughes, the daughter of Charles and Minnie Moller Henaman, was born May 17, 1922 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent on the family farm and she received her education in country school. Ruby married George Vernon Hughes on January 24, 1942 in Reno, Nevada. …

May 17, 1922 - May 20, 2015

Robert B. Gould

Robert Bryson 'Bob' Gould, son of George Byron Gould and Mary Elder was born February 18, 1922 on a farm east of Spencer, and then moved to the family farm north of Spencer in 1936. Bob earned his early education from country school and then went on to Spencer High School where he broke the…

February 18, 1922 - May 18, 2015

Lori Ann Buckley

Lori Ann Hatten-Buckley, the daughter of John and JoAnn Hatten, was born on April 10, 1963, in Algona, IA. Most of her childhood years were spent in Spencer, IA, where she received her education, graduating from Spencer High School in 1981. Lori was united in marriage to Brad Buckley…

April 10, 1963 - May 17, 2015

Thomas Dean Fitzloff

Thomas Dean Fitzloff, the son of Gary and Sharon (Wieneke) Fitzloff, was born December 9, 1961, in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer, where he received his education, graduating from Spencer High School in 1980. Tom was married in 1993. Throughout the years, Tom…

December 9, 1961 - May 13, 2015

Robert Knudtson Samuelson

Robert Knudtson Samuelson, the son of Oliver and Joran (Knudtson) Samuelson, was born May 3, 1927 in Royal, IA. His childhood years were spent in Linn Grove, IA, where he received his education. Bob married Lois Johnson on November 19, 1944 in Rembrandt, IA. After his marriage, he entered…

May 3, 1927 - May 11, 2015

Gary Brigham

Gary Lee Brigham, the son of Arthur and Helen (Banks) Brigham, was born in Spencer, IA, on October 1, 1941. Gary was raised and attended school in Everly, where he graduated from Everly High School in 1960. Following graduation, he farmed with his father west of Milford for a couple of years.…

October 1, 1941 - May 11, 2015

Edward 'Buster' Phipps

Edward was born May 25, 1930 in Sioux Rapids, Iowa to Ernest F. and Ruth H. (Weaver) Phipps. He was raised on a farm close to Sioux Rapids, receiving his education from the Sioux Rapids Community School District where he graduated from high school in 1950. After graduation Edward enlisted…

May 25, 1930 - May 9, 2015

Wendell Hugh Jones

Wendell Hugh Jones, the son of Hugh Richard and Susie Marie Brooks Jones, was born September 9, 1925, in Douglas Township on the family farm. Wendell received his early education and graduated from Rossie High School. Following his schooling, he entered the United States Army in 1950, serving…

September 9, 1925 - May 8, 2015

Lorn Martin Cook

Lorn Martin Cook, the son of Lawrence and Berniece Wieneke Cook, was born October 16, 1933 in Adrian, MN. His childhood years were spent in Adrian, where he received his education. Lorn enlisted with the United States Army in June of 1954 and served until his Honorable Discharge in June of…

October 16, 1933 - May 6, 2015

Maurice Dean Coover

Maurice Dean Coover, the son of Morrell and Florence (Arms) Coover was born April 5, 1936, in Spencer, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Gillette Grove area where he attended school, graduating from Gillette Grove High School in 1953. Maurice married Myra Spears on May 18, 1957, in…

April 5, 1936 - May 6, 2015

Richard Irving Thiessen

Richard Irving 'Dick' Thiessen, the son of Albert and Clara (Fell) Thiessen, was born July 27, 1927 on a farm north of Everly. His childhood years were spent north of Everly in Westport Township, where he attended country schools. When he was in 6th grade, his family moved to a farm south of…

July 27, 1927 - May 1, 2015

Clinton Lee Stough

Clinton Lee Stough, the son of James and Ethel (Greenwood) Stough, was born on October 30, 1931 in Jackson, MN. He was raised and grew up on a farm near Petersburg, MN, where he received his early education. Clinton graduated from high school in Jackson, MN in 1950. Following high school, he…

October 30, 1931 - April 30, 2015

Margaret LaVonne Hanson

Margaret LaVonne Hanson, the daughter of George and Irma (Blackmer) Selzer, was born August 10, 1923 in Peterson, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in rural Clay County, where she received her education in country schools, later graduating from Spencer High. Margaret met Orton Hanson…

August 10, 1923 - April 28, 2015

Harvey Vanderveen

Harvey Dean VanderVeen, son of Henry and Nell VanderVeen, was born November 9th, 1942 in Orange City Iowa. He spent his childhood years in Orange City and received his education there. Harv married Karen Hollander February 21st, 1962 in Sheldon, IA. Following their union, they made their…

November 9, 1942 - April 28, 2015

Darlane L. Campbell

Darlane L. Campbell, the daughter of Clifford and Tena (Meyer) Wright, was born September 11, 1917, in Carnarvon, Iowa. Dar attended school in Sac County. On May 10, 1933, Dar married Lorenzo Campbell in Lake City, Iowa. In December of 1943, Dar and Ren moved to Royal where they raised…

September 11, 1917 - April 25, 2015

Lucille Fear

Lucille I. Fear, the daughter of Edward and Sophia (Kromminga) Bleeker, was born October 27, 1925 on the family farm near Spencer, Iowa. It was in that community she was raised and in the country schools that she received her early education. Lucy married Clifford W. Fear on February 7, 1942…

October 27, 1925 - April 23, 2015

Arlyn 'Butch' Jay Bergendahl

Arlyn 'Butch' Jay Bergendahl, the son of Eddie and Maxine (Elliott) was born November 19, 1942, in Harris, IA. He received his education in Harris, Sibley, and graduated from Ocheyedan Community High School in 1961. He joined the Army National Guard in April 1964, was activated in May 1968, and…

November 19, 1942 - April 22, 2015

Michael James Houchins

Michael James Houchins, the son of Jim and Nancy Peterson Houchins, was born December 9, 1959 in Iowa City, Iowa. He attended grade school in Stratford, Iowa. He graduated from Ogden Community Schools in Ogden, Iowa in 1978. He received his under graduate degree from the University of Northern…

December 9, 1959 - April 19, 2015

Carol Lynn Shoemaker

Carol Lynn Shoemaker, the daughter of Kenneth and Florence (Compher) Shoemaker was born December 25, 1947 in San Diego, CA. Her childhood years were spent in the Cedar Lake, IN area where she went to school, graduating in 1965. Carol attained her Bachelor's Degree at Central Christian…

December 25, 1947 - April 19, 2015

Lynn Salton

Lynn Diane Salton, the daughter of Richard and Tillie (Noble) Olson, was born December 29, 1952, in Estherville, IA. Her childhood years were spent on a farm outside of Terril, IA, where she received her education at Lake Center School south of Terril. She graduated from Terril High School in…

December 29, 1952 - April 13, 2015

Russell L. Jensen

Russell L. Jensen, the son of Albert 'Bert' and Constance 'Connie' Meisenbach Jensen, was born December 11, 1935 on the family farm rural Rolfe, Iowa. Russ received his early education and graduated from the Des Moines Township Country School in 1954. He then continued his education at Buena…

December 11, 1935 - April 11, 2015

Harvey William 'Bill' Beams

Harvey William "Bill" Beams, the son of William Henry and Margaret (Austin) Beams, was born March 27, 1926 in Lake Center Township in Clay County, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Dickens, where he received his education through the 7th grade. His family moved to Spencer, where he…

March 27, 1926 - April 11, 2015

Ann Therese Kirby

Ann Therese Kirby was born on January 4, 1929 in Emmetsburg, IA to Phillip and Corneil (Berry) Kirby. She lived her growing-up years in the Emmetsburg and Algona, IA areas and moved to Spencer, IA for high School. Therese retired from Northwestern Bell/Century Link after more than 30…

January 4, 1929 - April 7, 2015

Marcella McCord

Marcella Marie McCord, the daughter of Louis and Evelyn (Kelsey) Vodraska was born January 3, 1943 in Pocahontas, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Pocahontas area. Marcella moved to Fostoria in 1967 & resided there until 2013 when she moved to the Sunset Apartments in Spencer.…

January 3, 1943 - April 6, 2015

Frances Jensena Larsen

On February 26, 1921 Clarence (Tim) Bohlen and Sylvia (Kinseth) Bohlen were blessed with the birth of their daughter Frances Jensena Bohlen. Frances' life began in Alexander, Iowa where she grew up, graduated high school and married the love of her life, Lyle Larsen in New Castle, WY in September…

February 26, 1921 - April 6, 2015

Arlo Maurice Benson

Arlo Maurice Benson, the son of Clifford and Hazel (Rutherford) Benson was born in a farmhouse near Marathon, Iowa where he lived for most of his life. He had a full life with both sadness and happiness. His father died when he was 3 and he was raised by his grandparents with his mother…

September 1, 1922 - April 4, 2015

Glenn 'Whitey' Roos

Glenn Eldon 'Whitey' Roos, the son of Arie D. and Jennie (Oldenkamp) Roos, was born October 15, 1928 in Hospers, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Sioux County, IA area, where he received his education. After his schooling, he entered the military and served with the U.S. Navy from…

October 15, 1928 - March 29, 2015

Kent Stanley Olson

Kent Stanley Olson, the son of Stanley and Margaret (Mason) Olson was born on August 30, 1956 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Ruthven, Iowa. This is where he graduated from in 1975. He then went to Iowa State University for Agriculture and following college he moved to…

August 30, 1956 - March 28, 2015

January 6, 1953 - March 23, 2015

Velma Sylvia Schomburg

Velma was born on November 3, 1922 in Douglas Township in Clay County to Waldo and Olga Walstrom Lundt. Velma grew up on the family farm and graduated from Linn Grove High School. After attending Morningside College she was employed as a secretary at an Air Base in Ogden, UT. Velma married…

November 3, 1922 - March 21, 2015

Eleanor Mae King

Eleanor Mae King, the daughter of Elmer and Stella (Norland) Frink, was born November 13, 1916 in Armstrong, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Emmetsburg, where she received her education, graduating from Emmetsburg High School. Eleanor married Russell Braley and to this union was born…

November 13, 1916 - March 21, 2015

Merle 'Tate' William Adams

Merle "Tate" William Adams, the son of Merle William and Lena (Olmstead) Adams, was born April 16, 1928 in Gillett Grove, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Gillett Grove, where he received his education, graduating from Gillett Grove High School. After his schooling, Merle entered the…

April 16, 1928 - March 21, 2015

Mark Alan Cooper

Mark Alan Cooper, the son of Jack and Karen (Tesch) Cooper, was born February 3, 1962, in Cherokee, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Marcus and later Sutherland, Iowa, where he received his education, graduating from Sutherland High School in 1980. After graduation, he worked for…

February 3, 1962 - March 19, 2015

Leonard John Wersinger

of Spencer formerly of Remsen, Iowa and the Iowa Great Lakes area. Leonard John Wersinger, the son of Joseph and Minnie (Unkrur) Wersinger, was born January 2, 1926 in Remsen, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Remsen, where he received his education. After high school, he farmed in the…

January 2, 1926 - March 18, 2015

Dean Stuhr Anderson

Dean Stuhr Anderson, the son of Kenneth Lloyd Anderson and Althea Stuhr Anderson, was born December 1, 1954 in Waukegan, IL. His family moved to Spencer, IA when he was 9 years old. Dean graduated from Spencer High School and then continued his education at Buena Vista College where he graduated…

December 1, 1954 - March 15, 2015

Lee Schmidt

Lee Allen Schmidt, the son of Donald and Barbara (Wieben) Schmidt, was born on June 4, 1953 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent on the farm in Royal and Everly. Lee attended school in Everly, IA and graduated from Every High School in 1971. After graduation, Lee spent many years…

June 4, 1953 - March 12, 2015

Lin Montgomery

Lin Montgomery, the daughter of V. Donald and Marianne (Rahbusch) Lenhart was born on June 29, 1960, in Hartley, Iowa. She grew up in the Sutherland area on a dairy farm. She attended school in Sutherland and graduated from high school in 1978. Following high school, Lin's love of children was…

June 29, 1960 - March 12, 2015

Harry Jalas

Harry Theodore Jalas, the son of Henry and Mollie Maria Dorthea (Back) Jalas, was born on April 8, 1925, in Sutherland, Iowa. He was raised and went to school in Sutherland. Following his schooling he entered into military on January 10, 1946, serving in the U.S. Army. Harry was a Construction…

April 8, 1925 - March 11, 2015

Clara Anna Sickelka

Clara Anna Sickelka, the daughter of Walter and Clara (Hoppe) Ebel, was born August 16, 1931 in Iona, MN. Her childhood years were spent on a farm outside of Granville, IA, where she received her education, graduating from Paullina High School. She was baptized on August 30, 1931 at Zion…

August 16, 1931 - March 10, 2015

Lura Mae Johnson

Lura Mae Johnson, 86 of Spencer and Okoboji, IA, passed away on March 10, 2015 in Tempe, AZ. Funeral services will be held at Grace United Methodist Church in Spencer, IA on Thursday, March 19, 2015 at 1:00 P.M., with a graveside service to follow at Riverside Cemetery. Lura Mae…

June 7, 1928 - March 10, 2015

Steven Beaton

Steven Charles Beaton, the son of Charles and Eleanor (McIntire) Beaton was born on December 19, 1957 in Cherokee, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Marcus, IA area, where he attended school, graduating from Marcus High School in 1976. After high school he graduated from Northwest Iowa…

December 19, 1957 - March 9, 2015

Charles G. Mills

Charles George Mills was born on November 24, 1925, to Pearl (Barglof) Mills and Ross Mills on a farm near Greenville, Iowa. He had one older brother, Raymond, and twin younger siblings Fay and Kay. He attended school in Greenville, where he graduated in 1943. Growing up, he was a member of…

November 24, 1925 - March 8, 2015

Dorris Brooks

Dorris Mulford Brooks, the daughter of Alfred Clark Mulford and Anna Caroline Vorwerck, was born September 7, 1924 in West Orange, New Jersey. Dorris married Frank A. Brooks, Jr. on August 11, 1951 in West Orange, NJ. Following their marriage, they lived for a short time in Washington, D.C.…

September 7, 1924 - March 3, 2015

William Joseph Pope

William Joseph Pope, the son of Arthur and Alberta (Bates) Pope, was born March 8, 1956 in Washington, DC. His childhood years were spent in Virginia, where he received his education and graduated from high school in 1974. He entered the military and served with the U.S. Navy for 8 years. …

March 8, 1956 - March 1, 2015

Vivolyn Keninger

Vivolyn Katherine Keninger was born on January 19, 1923, in German Township, Grundy County, Iowa, the daughter of Ray and Ella Toomsen. She grew up on a farm near Wellsburg, Iowa, attended a country school and was a member of St. Peter's Reformed church. She graduated from Ackley High School…

January 19, 1923 - February 28, 2015

March 20, 1957 - February 27, 2015

Lois Maxine Michelson

Lois Maxine Michelson, the daughter of A.L. and Lorraine Faulkner Santage, was born January 8, 1918 in Royal, Iowa. She received her education from the Spencer High School. On November 25, 1936, Lois married Elmer Michelson in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Following their marriage, they farmed…

January 8, 1918 - February 26, 2015

Imelda 'Millie' Roth

Imelda "Millie" Roth, the daughter of Nick and Mary (Heller) Kramer, was born January 14, 1920 in Carroll, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Carroll, where she received her education, graduating from Carroll High School. Millie married Earl Roth on January 12, 1944 in Carroll. Following…

January 14, 1920 - February 25, 2015

Barbara Jane McKay

In the words of Pastor Kay Hooper, Jim and Barb McKay are together again in peace and in the loving arms of God. Jim departing this life on December 8, 2014 and Barb on February 24, 2015. A memorial service celebrating their lives will be held at a later date in Spencer at Grace United Methodist…

October 24, 1920 - February 24, 2015

Gaylen Ray Wolthuis

Gaylen Ray Wolthuis, the son of George and Erma (Simpson) Wolthuis was born on July 6, 1953 in Spencer, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Everly, IA area, where he attended Everly schools, graduating from Everly High School in 1971. Gaylen went to work helping several farmers, he…

July 6, 1953 - February 23, 2015

F. Merle Yager

Franklin 'Merle' Yager, the son of Lee and Leda (Lawson) Yager, was born April 3, 1928 in Lake Park, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Lake Park, where he received his education at Excelsior Consolidated elementary and later graduated from Excelsior Consolidated High School. He…

April 3, 1928 - February 21, 2015

William 'Bill' Franklin Carpenter

William 'Bill' Franklin Carpenter was born September 21, 1942 to W. E. (Bob) and Ferne R. (Mandelkow) Carpenter in Spencer, Iowa. He graduated from Spencer High School in 1962. Bill spent the summers with his parents at their cottage on West Lake Okoboji, immersing himself in…

September 21, 1942 - February 19, 2015

Mary Lou Traughber

Mary Lou Traughber, the daughter of Louis and Elsie (Vollmer) Batschelet, was born March 15, 1932 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer, where she received her education graduating from Spencer High School in 1950. Mary Lou continued her education for two years at…

March 15, 1932 - February 19, 2015

December 14, 1949 - February 17, 2015

Alice Bertha Hoberg

Alice Bertha Hoberg, the daughter of Edward and Sybil (Brooks) McDonald, was born May 18, 1921 in Winner, SD. When she was an infant, her family moved to Agenda, KS. After she had initially started school, her family moved to Omaha, NE, where her youth was spent, graduating from grade school and…

May 18, 1921 - February 15, 2015

Opal Mae Jessen

Opal Mae Jessen, the daughter of Walter and Adelia (Wills) Woltersdorf, was born August 11, 1922 in Plessis, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Hartley area, where she received her education, graduating from Hartley High School in 1940. After high school, she worked at the Hartley…

August 11, 1922 - February 15, 2015

Ruth Ann Wehler

Ruth Ann (Hirt) Wehler, the daughter of Walter and Anna (Goering) Hirt, was born December 15th, 1921 in Hartley, IA. She grew up on a farm outside of Hartley and always had fond memories of those years. She received her education in Hartley, graduating from Hartley High School in 1939. After…

December 15, 1921 - February 13, 2015

David Dale Killmer

David Dale Killmer, the son of George and Cecelia (Asmussen) Killmer was born October 30, 1947 in Hartley, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Moneta, IA area. He attended school in Everly, IA, graduating from Everly High School in 1966. David married Diane Grimmius on November 20, 1976…

October 30, 1947 - February 13, 2015

Mary Evelyn Uhe

Mary Evelyn Harrington, the daughter of Leo and Ruth (Sweeney) Harrington, was born September 4, 1920 on a farm north of Sanborn, Iowa. She attended elementary school and received her high school diploma from Sanborn. After high school, she worked for various families in the community. …

September 4, 1920 - February 9, 2015

Grover Franz Reiser

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Orphaned & Injured Wildlife, Inc. at: Orpaned & Injured Wildlife, Inc. Non-Profit Wildlife Care 3012 Center Lake Drive Spirit Lake, Iowa 51360 712-336-3827 Grover Franz Reiser was born May 17, 1947 in Bismarck, North Dakota and died…

May 17, 1947 - February 7, 2015

Marguerite 'Margie' Rae Umbrell

Marguerite 'Margie' Rae Umbrell, the daughter of Marvin Umbrell and Barbara Winthers, was born July 27, 1966 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer, where she received her education in Spencer schools. After her schooling, she worked for many years at A & M Laundry. In…

July 27, 1966 - February 7, 2015

Raymond Doherty

Raymond Joseph Doherty, the son of Raymond and Mary (Spain) Doherty, was born January 17, 1932, in Rock Valley, IA. He received his early education and graduated from Rock Valley High School in 1949. Ray served in the United States Air Force from 1951-1955 as a Control Tower Operator with the…

January 17, 1932 - February 6, 2015

Richard 'Rick' Jackson

Of Terril, Iowa Richard 'Rick' Gary Jackson, the son of Gary and Karen (Johnson) Jackson, was born March 24, 1960 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent on a farm near Dickens. He attended Lake Center School during his kindergarten year and then attended Spencer schools,…

March 24, 1960 - February 6, 2015

Marjorie Warner Cornwall

Marjorie Cornwall, Urbandale, Iowa, formerly of Spencer, Iowa Marjorie Warner Cornwall, 85, was born October 5, 1929, in Minneapolis, Mn to Milton and Ethel Lund Warner. She passed away on Feb, 6, 2015 after a brief stay at Mercy Hospice House in Johnston, Iowa, surrounded by the love of many of…

October 5, 1929 - February 6, 2015

Phyllis 'Arlene' Galbraith

Phyllis Arlene (Struve) Galbraith was born April 27, 1928 on a farm near Linn Grove, Iowa to Walter and Jennie (French) Struve. All her life she was known as Arlene. Her early years were spent growing up on the farm where her favorite pastime was playing with the cats, which developed her love for…

April 27, 1928 - February 4, 2015

Gary Tunink

Gary Herman Tunink, the son of Bernard and Irma (Stangel) Tunink, was born on October 31, 1944 in Templeton, IA. He grew up in the Glidden area and graduated Glidden High School in 1962. Gary married Betty Jane Florke on February 27, 1965 in Carroll, IA. Following their marriage they…

October 31, 1944 - February 3, 2015

Leroy 'Bud' Welle

Elvin Leroy "Bud" Welle, the son of Lester and Pearl (Arms) Welle, was born March 6, 1930 in Greenville, IA. He was the oldest of eleven children. Bud moved to rural Milford in the spring of 1943 and graduated from Okoboji Consolidated High School in 1948. While in high school, he participated…

March 6, 1930 - February 3, 2015

William 'Bill' T. Cook

William 'Bill' Cook, the son of Oscar and Kathryn (Smith) Cook, was born May 31, 1927 in Sioux Falls, SD. His childhood years were spent in Sioux Falls, where he received his early education later graduating from Sioux Falls Washington High School. Bill entered the military and served his…

May 31, 1927 - February 2, 2015

Tommy 'Tom' Ray Otis

Tom Otis passed away Wednesday, Jan. 28 in Spencer, Iowa. A celebration of his life will be held at Spencer Golf and Country Club on Saturday, Feb. 7 from 2-4 p.m. Tommy Ray Otis was born in Forest City, Iowa, in 1928 to G. Carol Otis and Melinda (Skogerboe) Otis. Tom lived in Forest City and…

February 23, 1928 - January 28, 2015

Dorothy Schurmann

Dorothy O. Jantz Schurmann, was born May 17, 1925 to Adolph and Susie Koehn Jantz in Larned, Kansas. She passed away January 26, 2015 in Spencer, Iowa. On August 18, 1946, she married Cliff Schurmann of Graettinger, Iowa. She is survived by her children, David Schurmann and wife, Sue of…

May 17, 1925 - January 26, 2015

Robert Wayne Steele

Robert Wayne Steele, the son of Silas and Della (Borland) Steele was born December 28, 1918, on the family farm. His childhood years were spent in the Sutherland area where he attended school, graduating in 1936. Robert married Maxine Gieser on August 17, 1940, in Hartley, IA. He worked…

December 28, 1918 - January 25, 2015

Janice McDaniel

Janice Clare McDaniel, age 81, of Sutherland, Iowa, passed away on Sunday, January 25, 2015 at her Century Farm home North of Peterson. Janice was born on June 5, 1933 on a farm South of Peterson, IA. to Irma May (Woolston) and Clifford Harold Burgeson, they later moved to a farm…

June 5, 1933 - January 25, 2015

Delbert Petersen

Delbert Petersen, the son of Alma Petersen, was born July 17, 1916 in Sutherland, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in O'Brien County, where he received his early education in country schools. Delbert entered the military in 1943 and served with the U.S. Army during WWII until his honorable…

July 17, 1916 - January 25, 2015

Eugene Thomas Kehoe

Eugene Thomas Kehoe, the son of George and Hazel (Louter) Kehoe, was born January 25, 1930, in Milford, Iowa. He graduated from Milford High School in 1949. Eugene entered the military in 1951, and served with the Army during the Korean War until his honorable discharge in 1953. Eugene…

January 25, 1930 - January 24, 2015

Helma Janet Hofsommer

Helma Janet Hofsommer, the daughter of Lars and Anna (Dovre) Schager, was born May 29, 1912 in Center Township, Allamakee, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Dows, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Dows High School. In her high school annual for 1930, Helma was quoted…

May 29, 1912 - January 21, 2015

Margie Mae Hallett

Margie Mae Hallett, the daughter of Aloisius and Emma (Salwalke) Nothem, was born April 30th 1928 in Remsen, IA. She attended Remsen schools until moving to Sioux City, IA where she attended school at the Cathedral. She enjoyed making memories with her three sisters and brother. Margie married…

April 30, 1928 - January 19, 2015

Marianne Lenhart

Marianne Rahbusch Lenhart, the daughter of Wilhelm and Catherine (Hansen) Rahbusch, was born January 20, 1928 in Germany. Her family came to America when she was an infant and they settled in Sutherland, Iowa. She received her education in the Sutherland Consolidated School. During her…

January 20, 1928 - January 19, 2015

Norma Galbraith

Norma (Scott) Galbraith, age 101, passed away on January 18, 2015 at The Ruthven Community Care Center. A family service will be held at Warner Funeral Home, followed by interment at North Lawn Cemetery. In Lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Dickens Methodist Church. …

November 26, 1913 - January 18, 2015

Darlene Herrin

Darlene Herrin, the daughter of Claus and Dena (Deneui) Wolthuis was born October 7, 1926 in Everly, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Everly area. She graduated from Okoboji High School in 1945. Darlene moved to California for a while, working in an orange factory. She married…

October 7, 1926 - January 17, 2015

Mervin Schreyer Rebhuhn

Mervin Schreyer Rebhuhn, the son of Martin and Dora Schreyer Rebhuhn, was born May 10, 1931 in Pocahontas, Iowa. He graduated from Pocahontas High School in 1949, and after graduation, he served in the Army for two years during the Korean War. On July 11, 1954 he married the love of his…

May 10, 1931 - January 9, 2015

Marcia Joan (Dow) Gustin

Marcia Joan (Dow) Gustin, the daughter of Edward and Ella (Brown) Dow, was born March 16, 1936 in Riverside, IL. She attended Riverside/Brookfield Schools, graduating in 1954. She later attended Grinnell College, graduating from Buena Vista College in 1958. Marcia and Marlin Lee Gustin…

March 16, 1936 - January 8, 2015

Ruth A. Siple

Ruth Arlene Siple, the daughter of Arthur and Eleanore (Hansen) Elder was born October 9, 1920 in Parkersburg, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Terril, IA area, where she attended school. Ruth married Marshall Siple on January 8, 1950. They worked together at Hammer's in…

October 9, 1920 - January 7, 2015

Dr. Jerry X Tamisiea

Dr. Jerry X Tamisiea (88) of Spirit Lake, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2015, at the Dickinson County Memorial Hospital in Spirit Lake. Born on June 18, 1926, in Craig, Nebraska, Jerry leaves behind his wife of 62 years, Alpha Mae (Fear) Tamisiea, and their three children: Leslie…

June 18, 1926 - January 7, 2015

Ember Elizabeth Smith

Ember Elizabeth Smith, the daughter of Kevin and Breanna (Coker) Smith, was born on April 29, 2011 in Spencer, Iowa. Ember lived in Ruthven with her parents. Ember was a very happy little girl. She was always playful and made you smile. She liked to play dress up and pretend she was a fairy…

April 29, 2011 - January 7, 2015

Dorothy Joan Strawn

Dorothy Joan Strawn, the daughter of John and Dorothea Jensen Erbs, was born June 15, 1925 in Dickens, Iowa. She received her early education and graduated from Lake Center Township Consolidated School in 1942. Dorothy continued her education at Hamilton's in Mason City, IA. Dorothy married…

June 15, 1925 - January 6, 2015

Eugene 'Gene' Franklin Merrill

Eugene Franklin Merrill, the son of Adelbert and Beda (Anderson) Merrill, was born November 29, 1927 in Marathon, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Ayrshire, Iowa, where he received his education. After his schooling, he entered the military and served with the U.S. Army during the…

November 29, 1927 - January 6, 2015

Frances Vivian 'Peters' Slinger

Frances Vivian 'Peters' Slinger, was born at Sibley, Iowa on October 5, 1926. She grew up in the Hartley area where she attended country school. She married Robert (Bob) Peters on January 29, 1942. To this union three daughters were born. They farmed for a while, later moving into…

October 5, 1926 - January 5, 2015

Vivian Heikens Herbster

Vivian Heikens Herbster, 96, died in Milford, Iowa, on Monday, January 5, 2015. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, January 9, 2015, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Milford with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery in rural Spencer. The family will greet friends Thursday…

September 29, 1918 - January 5, 2015

Charles Earnest 'Spider' Woods

Charles Earnest 'Spider' Woods, the son of Dale and Esther (Angle) Woods, was born on March 14, 1945, in Garner, IA. As a young child Charles's family lived in various communities, including Germany, before settling in Spencer in 1962. He finished his schooling here and graduated from Spencer…

March 14, 1945 - January 5, 2015

William 'Bill' Lowe

William 'Bill' Theodore Lowe, the son of Leonard and Martha (Prentice) Lowe, was born November 7, 1934 in Mallard, IA. His childhood years were spent in Ayrshire, IA, where he received his education, graduating from Ayrshire High School. After his schooling, he entered the military and…

November 7, 1934 - January 4, 2015

Betty Lou Osterson

Betty Lou Osterson, the daughter of Harvey and Marion (Lambertus) Walstrom, was born on September 17, 1943 in Spencer, Iowa. She was raised and received her early education in the Greenville and Rossie Schools. On May 21, 1965, Betty married Donald Osterson in St. Paul, MN. Following…

September 17, 1943 - January 4, 2015

Father John Francis Cain

Father John Francis Cain, the son of James and Maria Murphy Cain, was born February 3, 1923 in Oyens, Iowa. He received his early education and graduated from the Moneta High School. Following his high school education, John stayed on the farm for eight years to help his father farm. He…

February 3, 1923 - January 3, 2015

August 21, 1941 - January 1, 2015

Bernice Wolthuis Bowers

Bernice Wolthuis Bowers was the first born to William & Anna (Pohl) Bendlin on September 30, 1916. She was baptized on November 5, 1916 at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Manson and confirmed at First Evangelical Church in Spencer. She attended school in Summit Township, graduating from…

September 30, 1916 - December 30, 2014

Dawn Seeley

Dawn, the daughter of Edgar and Phyllis DeVries, was born on October 31, 1959 in Monterey, California. Her childhood years were spent in Texas, Rhode Island, and Florida while her father served in the United States Navy. As a young teenager, she moved to Sheldon, Iowa, where she graduated from…

October 31, 1959 - December 30, 2014

John Lewis Smith

John Lewis Smith, the son of Jacob and Lena (Schultz) Smith was born February 25, 1922 in Havelock, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Havelock area, where he attended school. John enlisted in the U.S. Navy after high school, serving in both World War II and the Korean War, until…

February 25, 1922 - December 30, 2014

Margaret Jeanne Gould

Margaret Jeanne Gould, the daughter of Theron Franklin Peel and Ona Belle Marsh Peel, was born August 31, 1926 in Sibley, Iowa. She received her early education in Sibley and graduated in 1944. Following high school, Margaret attended Northwest Bible School for 3 years and then Northwestern…

August 31, 1926 - December 30, 2014

Earl Curry, Jr

Earl Curry Jr., age 89, of Spencer, Iowa, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, December 29, 2014. Earl was born October 24, 1925 to Earl Sr. and Doris (Williams) Curry. He grew up in Spencer with short stints in Texas and Seattle Washington. He moved back to Spencer where he married…

October 24, 1925 - December 29, 2014

Mavis Helen Olin

Mavis Helen Olin, the daughter of Julius and Olga Matilda (Larson) Jenson, was born January 27, 1918, in Britt, Iowa. She graduated from Crystal Lake High School in 1935, and later attended UNI as an Education Major as well as a Basketball and Field Hockey athlete. After graduating from UNI, she…

January 27, 1918 - December 29, 2014

Leroy Nellis

Leroy Nellis, the son of Merrill and Helen (Baumeister) Nellis, was born June 15, 1925 in O'Brien County, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Hartley area, where he received his education in country schools. Leroy married Doris Mangham on August 8, 1948 in Greenville, IA. …

June 15, 1925 - December 27, 2014

Helene Wegner

Helene Evelyn Wegner, the daughter of Art and Veronica (Mischak) Weber, was born December 17, 1941, in Waterloo, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Gilbertville, Iowa where she received her education, graduating from Don Bosco High School. Following high school, she worked at a locker for…

December 17, 1941 - December 25, 2014

Wayne Allen Ginger

Wayne Allen Ginger, the son of David and Kate Ginger, was born August 27, 1928, in Gaza, O'Brien County, Iowa. His early childhood years were spent in Sutherland, and in 1938 his family moved to Everly, Iowa, where he continued his education, graduating from Brooks School near Peterson,…

August 27, 1928 - December 23, 2014

Daniel John Toft

Daniel John Toft, 79, died at his home in Peterson, Iowa on December 22nd, 2014, of natural causes. Born on October 5th, 1935, Dan was shaped by small town life in the fairly new immigrant town of Royal, Iowa, set squarely in the verdant prairie. His family was integral in the establishment of…

October 5, 1935 - December 23, 2014

Bettie E. Lawrence

Bettie E. Lawrence, the daughter of John and Alice (Towne) Elder, was born December 5th, 1920 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer, where she received her education, graduating from Spencer High School in 1937. Bettie married Richard Lawrence on September 2nd, 1943…

December 5, 1920 - December 22, 2014

Dale Schmidt

Dale Edwin Schmidt, the son of John and Mary (Ringering) Schmidt was born on February 17, 1927 in rural Everly, IA. His childhood years were spent in the rural areas of Everly and Okoboji, IA. He graduated from Okoboji Township High School in 1945. Dale worked construction before enlisting in…

February 17, 1927 - December 20, 2014

Victor Hales

Victor Lee Hales, the son of Vivian Marion and Ellen Louise (Watkins) Hales was born January 24, 1956 in Spencer, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Clay County area. He attended Terril schools, graduating from Terril High School in 1974. Victor went to trade school in Sheldon,…

January 24, 1956 - December 20, 2014

Ralph 'Bud' Raymond Clark

Ralph 'Bud' Raymond Clark, the son of Ralph and Surenda (Saunders) Clark was born July 14, 1925, in Dixon, Nebraska. His childhood years were spent in Newcastle, Nebraska where he received his education, graduating from Newcastle Public High School in 1943. On September 22, 1948, Ralph married…

July 14, 1925 - December 19, 2014

Beverly Ann Beck

Beverly Ann Beck, the daughter of Robert and Dorothy (Taylor) Beck, was born February 26, 1948 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer, where she received her early education at Spencer Schools. Her adult life was spent in Spencer where she lived her whole life. She…

February 26, 1948 - December 18, 2014

Hailey Ann Loehr

Hailey Ann Loehr is lovingly survived by her parents, Trevor and Melissa (Lynch) Loehr of Spencer; her sister, Hana; paternal grandmother, Ruth Loehr of Spencer; maternal grandmother, Eileen Lynch of Trenton, MO; maternal grandfather, Tom Lynch and his wife, Margie of Spirit Lake, IA; uncle, Wade…

December 17, 2014 - December 17, 2014

Vernon Dykstra

Vernon Bernard Dykstra, the son of Adrian (Ed) Michael and Dowina (Dorothy) Dykstra, was born February 1, 1930 in Marion, South Dakota. In 1934, they moved to a farm northwest of Everly, IA, where he received his education at Waterford Country School and graduated from Everly High School in…

February 1, 1930 - December 17, 2014

Danielle Elizabeth Lord

Danielle Elizabeth Lord, the daughter of Errol Lord and Elizabeth (Cross) Lord Frink, was born August 28, 1991 in Laguna Beach, CA. Her early childhood years were spent in California for 3 years, Sioux Center, Iowa for a few years, Sgt. Bluff, IA for a few years and later Spencer, Iowa where…

August 28, 1991 - December 15, 2014

April 27, 1950 - December 14, 2014

Marilyn Daloris Hemme

Marilyn Daloris Hemme, the daughter of Clair and Harriet (Heiter) Bollinger, was born on November 30, 1941, in Algona, IA. She grew up on a farm near Lone Rock, IA, where she received her early education. She then attended Sentral High School in Fenton, IA. Following graduation, she…

November 30, 1941 - December 12, 2014

Theresa Ann Peters

A loving, caring, giving woman Theresa Ann Peters, daughter of Jim and Loretta Peters. She was born in Herman, MN on May 28, 1962. Most of her childhood was spent in St. Cloud, MN where she graduated high school. Later in life she had three children Shylah, Ben, and Whitney. She is remembered…

May 28, 1962 - December 11, 2014

Leland W. Chamberlain

A lifelong farmer and, as is often said, a "student of the soil" was born near Spencer on June 19, 1917, the son of Ralph and Alice (Runion) Chamberlain. Lee attended public schools in Spencer, graduating from Spencer High School in 1935. He remained a Clay County resident throughout his long…

June 19, 1917 - December 9, 2014

Clifford Harold Hartmann

Clifford Harold Hartmann, the son of Otto and Mary (Hansen) Hartmann, was born March 15, 1923 in Waterford Twsp., Clay County, IA. His childhood years were spent in Everly, where he received his education, graduating from Everly High School. He was baptized, confirmed and was a life time…

March 15, 1923 - December 8, 2014

Steven R. Patten

Steven Ray Patten, the son of William and Neoma (Fleming) Patten, was born August 6, 1953 in Buena Vista County, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Sioux Rapids, where he received his education graduating from Storm Lake High School in 1973. Steve married Norma Jean Patten on…

August 6, 1953 - December 8, 2014

Margaret F. 'Peg' Nelson

Margaret Fern 'Peg' Nelson, the daughter of Foster and Sarah Mae (DeGroff) Reed, was born May 5, 1918 in Ruthven, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Ruthven, where she received her education. She later attended 3 years at Drake University studying to be a clinical nutritionist. …

May 5, 1918 - December 7, 2014

Shirley Ann Ludwig

Shirley Ann Bishop was born on November 20, 1934 in Bryan, Ohio to Leona and Kermit Bishop. She grew up with her sister Delores in Glen Ellyn, Illinois. After Shirley attending Iowa State College and receiving her degree in home economics applied arts, she married Dick Ludwig in September…

November 20, 1934 - December 7, 2014

Eleanor Justine Phelps

Eleanor Justine Phelps, the daughter of Elmer and Ida Noethe Huss, was born April 25, 1931 in Royal, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Royal, where she received her education. Eleanor married Harold Phelps on November 29, 1952 at St. Louis Catholic Church in Royal, Iowa. Following…

April 25, 1931 - December 3, 2014

Service of Remembrance 2014

Warner Funeral Home, Hospice of Spencer Hospital and area churches are sponsoring a "Service of Remembrance" for anyone who has experienced the death of a loved one. This service will be held on Monday, December 1, 2014 at 6:30 p.m. at Hope Reformed Church, 919 Grand Avenue, Spencer, Iowa. Please…

December 1, 2014 - December 1, 2014

Marie Cecelia Miller

Marie Cecelia Miller, the daughter of Jacob and Celia (Paulson) Johnson, was born April 6, 1915 in Estherville, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Estherville, where she received her education, graduating from Estherville High School. Marie married Jack Pershing Miller on November 16,…

April 6, 1915 - December 1, 2014

R. Dean Seibel

Roger Dean Seibel, passed away at the Spencer Hospital on Saturday, November 29, 2014 at the age of 93. Dean, son of Carl and Ava (Hagerty) Seibel was born November 19, 1921 in Clay County, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Greenville, Iowa area, where he received his early…

November 19, 1921 - November 29, 2014

Joseph Arthur Johnson

Joseph Arthur Johnson, the son of Alvin and Ruth (Schany) Johnson was born June 8, 1955, in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Dickens area where he attended school, graduating from South Clay in 1974. Joseph worked for the family company, Johnson Supply, until he started…

June 8, 1955 - November 28, 2014

William 'Bill' Hans Peterson

William H. Peterson, the son of Hans and Vara Skewis Peterson, was born October 7, 1920, in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Greenville, Iowa, where he graduated from high school in 1938. In 1941, Bill went to San Diego, California, to work in a defense plant. Bill married Kathryn…

October 7, 1920 - November 27, 2014

Lawrence Leon Evans

Lawrence Leon Evans, the son of James and Olive (Smith) Evans, was born on October 20, 1916, in Monroe City, IN. His childhood years were spent in Clay County, where he received his education. After his schooling, he worked as a hired hand until he entered into the military, serving with the…

October 20, 1916 - November 24, 2014

Robert Dean Kramme

Robert Dean Kramme, the son of Jens and Gladys (Burrows) Kramme, was born July 20, 1927 in Sibley, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Sibley, where he received his education, graduating from Sibley High School. After his schooling, he entered the military and served twice with the U.S.…

July 20, 1927 - November 23, 2014

Lucille May Hansen

Lucille May Hansen, the daughter of Rev. Louis and Bernice (Somers) Runion, was born July, 17, 1929, in Mexico, Indiana. Lucille graduated from Lake Park High School. She attended Morningside College for her first semester of nurse training and met Paul at that time. Then she continued her…

July 17, 1929 - November 21, 2014

Margaret Hazel Koopmann

Margaret Hazel Koopmann, the daughter of Anton and Hazel (Hoffman) Marovets, was born March 3, 1921 in Monona, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Monona, where she received her education. Margaret married Harold Koopmann on June 1, 1943 in Monona. After their marriage, they farmed…

March 3, 1921 - November 20, 2014

Alvin Leon DeWall

Alvin Leon DeWall, the son of Anton and Elizabeth (Moritz) DeWall was born January 13, 1928 in Pocahontas, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Pocahontas area, where he attended school. Alvin worked on a farm until enlisting in the U.S. Army in 1950 and served during the Korean…

January 13, 1928 - November 20, 2014

Nelda 'Nel' Lee Paulson

Nelda "Nel" Lee Paulson, the daughter of LeRoy and Verlet (Speckater) Herzberg was born April 16, 1949 in Storm Lake, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Storm Lake area where she attended school. Nel married Martin Paulson on April 12, 1973 in Alta, IA. She worked for Vista…

April 16, 1949 - November 18, 2014

William Daniel Harvey

William D. Harvey, 90, resident of St. Peter, MN died on Tuesday, November 18, 2014. Mr. Harvey was born in rural Palo Alto County, Iowa in 1924 to Albert Lee and Henrietta (Sherlock) Harvey. He attended country school and was graduated from Silver Lake High School, Ayrshire Iowa in…

September 11, 1924 - November 18, 2014

Lorraine Mae Yager

Lorraine Mae Yager, the daughter of Adelbert and Helen (Anderson) Merrill, was born December 30, 1925 in Harris, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Northwest Iowa, where she spent she received her education, graduating from Ayrshire High School. Lorraine married F. Merle Yager on…

December 30, 1925 - November 15, 2014

Dollene 'Dolly Kay' (Webber) Kinnetz

Dollene 'Dolly Kay' (Webber) Kinnetz, the daughter of Hannes 'Shorty' Velva (Thietje) Klinker, was born January 13, 1950 at the Hand Hospital in Hartley, Iowa. Dolly's childhood years was spent growing up in Hartley until the 9th grade, at which time her parents moved to Sutherland. Dolly's…

January 13, 1950 - November 15, 2014

Alan Ray Mengelsen

Alan Ray Mengelsen, the son of Oscar and Lavonia Anderson Mengelsen, was born February 11, 1941 in Spencer, Iowa. Alan received his early education in country schools and later Spencer. Following his schooling, Alan entered the United States Army and served for 2 years. In 1972, Alan…

February 11, 1941 - November 14, 2014

Pauline Elizabeth Walker

Pauline Elizabeth (Baker) Walker was born April 23, 1944 and died November 14, 2014. Pauline attended Marathon Community Schools for 12 years and attended the Methodist and Evangelical Churches throughout the years. She married Al Tripp in 1963 and had five children: Teresa, John, Paula,…

April 23, 1944 - November 14, 2014

Richard Orraile Siewert

Richard Orraile Siewert, the son of Charles Orraile and Helen Mary (Livingston) Siewert, was born June 3, 1926 in Glendale, CA. His childhood years were spent in Rochester, MN, where he received his education, graduating from high school in 1943. He later attended the University of Minnesota.…

June 3, 1926 - November 11, 2014

Ivan Thiessen

Ivan Albert Thiessen, the son of Albert and Matilda (Duerksen) Thiessen was born September 5, 1954 in Mt. Lake, MN. His childhood years were spent in the Butterfield area, where he attended school, graduating from Butterfield-Odin High School, before attending Mankato Vocational School. …

September 5, 1954 - November 9, 2014

Alice F.Tuttle

Alice Tuttle, the daughter of Fred and Hazel Wilson Tuttle, was born June 29, 1919 in rural Jackson County, Minnesota. Alice grew up in Spencer, Iowa where she received her early education. Alice loved learning and enjoyed school. In 1942, she attended and graduated from Apostolic Bible College…

June 29, 1919 - November 8, 2014

Ruth Jeanette Wischmeyer

Ruth Jeanette Wischmeyer, daughter of Tennis and Amy (Hanson) Mickelson, was born September 13, 1920 in Linn Grove Iowa. She grew up in the Linn Grove area, moving frequently and attended several area country schools. She was confirmed in the First Lutheran Church, Linn Grove. As a…

September 13, 1920 - November 3, 2014

Kathryn 'Kay' Holst

Kathryn "Kay" Helen Holst, the daughter of Herman and Hattie (Krebs) Schmidt, was born July 21, 1938 on a farm near Hartley, Iowa. She received her early education at a country school near Hartley and later graduated from Hartley High School in 1956. After her schooling, she worked as a…

July 21, 1938 - October 31, 2014

Terri R. McCarroll

Terri Renee McCarroll was born on August 22, 1951 in Fort Dodge, Iowa to Joe and Alice (Peltz) Hergenreter. After graduating from Fort Dodge Senior High School, Terri married her high school sweetheart William (Bill) McCarroll in September of 1972. Terri and Bill have two children, Jennifer…

August 22, 1951 - October 31, 2014

James 'Jim' Michael LeStrange

James "Jim" Michael LeStrange, the son of James William and Clara (Stratman) LeStrange, was born May 31, 1941 in Spirit Lake, IA. Jim was raised in Terril, Iowa, where he received his education, graduating from Terril High School in 1961. After his schooling, he entered the military and…

May 31, 1941 - October 30, 2014

Charles 'Butch' V. Cherry

Charles "Butch" Vernon Cherry, the son of Vernon Roscoe and Charlotte (Simington) Cherry, was born August 1, 1945 in Ruthven, IA. His childhood were spent in Silver Lake when his family moved there when he was 5 and then moved back to Spencer when he was 12, where he finished his education. …

August 1, 1945 - October 30, 2014

Allen Lee Weier

Allen Lee Weier, the son of Lloy and Jennie (Kruse) Weier, was born July 16, 1944 in Storm Lake, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Linn Grove, IA, where he received his education. He entered the military in 1962, where he served with the U.S. Navy until his honorable discharge in 1966.…

July 16, 1944 - October 29, 2014

Inez Marcelle Peters

Inez Marcelle Peters, the daughter of Henry and Caroline (Meyer) Friedrichsen, was born on July 19, 1922, in Fort Crook, Nebraska. She was united in marriage to Earl Lawrence Peters on December 28, 1939, Hartley, Iowa. They had lived in the Hartley area all their married life. Inez…

July 19, 1922 - October 29, 2014

Ruth Arlene Boyd

Ruth Arlene Boyd, the daughter of Fred and Alta (Huffman) was born on March 11, 1924 in Ruthven, Iowa. She was raised on the family farm near Ruthven and graduated from Ruthven High School in 1941. She was a lifelong member of the Ruthven American Legion Auxiliary. Ruth took a part-time job in…

March 11, 1924 - October 28, 2014

Hazel Freeman

Hazel Irene Freeman, the daughter of Lloyd and Alta (Larsen) McCannon was born July 30, 1924 in Royal, Iowa. She received her education at the Linn Grove School, graduating in 1942. Hazel married Harry Freeman on January 24, 1946, in Sioux Rapids, Iowa. Following their marriage, they lived…

July 30, 1924 - October 25, 2014

Renee Quist Lyman

Renee Lynette Quist Lyman, the daughter of Robert and Marjorie (Faulkner) Quist was born November 11, 1969 in Spencer, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Spencer area where she attended school, graduating from Spencer High School in 1987. Renee attended ABI in Minneapolis, MN and…

November 11, 1969 - October 21, 2014

Vivian Edna Smith

Vivian Edna Smith, the daughter of Eric and Esther (Anderson) Carlson, was born on June 17, 1930 in Marathon, IA. She spent her early years there where she attended school and graduated from Marathon High School. Following high school she married Vern Wright. They lived in Sioux Rapids where…

June 17, 1930 - October 20, 2014

Barbara Pierson

Barbara Pierson, daughter of Howard and Florence Smith Mason, was born on February 14, 1933 in Ruthven, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Ruthven. She attended Ruthven High School where she played post guard and her sister Margaret played post forward on the Ram-ette basketball team. KICD…

February 14, 1933 - October 18, 2014

Beverly Zahrt Jeppeson

Beverly Mae (Zahrt) Jeppeson was born February 25, 1931 to Fred William and Rachel (Roberts) Zahrt in Rossie, Iowa. Beverly graduated from Greenville-Rossie High School in 1948, where she was actively involved in all sports and musical activities during her high school years. Beverly showed a…

February 25, 1931 - October 13, 2014

Betty Louise Rienfeld

Betty Louise Rienfeld, the daughter of Wilhelm and Catherine (Hansen) Rahbusch, was born on December 2, 1932, in Sutherland, IA. She attended Sutherland High School until her sophomore year, when she became a nanny. She also worked at the Hub Hotel in Primghar. On July 9, 1950, she married…

December 2, 1932 - October 12, 2014

Jane Brown

Jane Kay Brown, the daughter of Harold & Mary (Kruse) Dean, was born August 29, 1937 in Arnolds Park, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Peterson, IA, where she received her early education and later graduated from Peterson High School. Jane later attended Iowa State Teacher's College in…

August 29, 1937 - October 11, 2014

Gary Blair

Gary Dean Blair, the son of John and Maggie (Morris) Blair was born on December 29, 1932, near Gillett Grove, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Greenville and Rossie, IA area where he attended school. Gary worked for various farmers growing up, until moving to Spencer, IA in…

December 29, 1932 - October 10, 2014

Elliana Faith Galbraith

Left to cherish Elliana's memory, her parents: Edward Galbraith and Allison Bendlin; paternal half-brother, Brayden Meyer; her maternal grandmother, Paula Bendlin; maternal great grandmother, Geraldine Rabel; paternal grandparents, Kim and Jan Galbraith; paternal great grandmothers: Arlene…

October 9, 2014 - October 9, 2014

Evelyn Joyce Roberts

Evelyn Joyce Roberts, the daughter of John and Ella Wiese Trojahn, was born near Moneta, Iowa. She received her early education and graduated from Moneta High School in 1941. She then attended Buena Vista College and Iowa Teachers College.Evelyn taught school, throughout the years, in Cornell,…

November 5, 1923 - October 8, 2014

Mark Campney

Mark Eugene Campney, the son of James Elmer and Ethel (Corle) Campney was born September 30, 1924 near Curlew, IA. His childhood years were in the Palo Alto County, IA area, where he attended school, graduating from Emmetsburg High School in 1945. He farmed four years before being drafted in…

September 30, 1924 - October 5, 2014

Eileen June Drzycimski-Shellum

Eileen June Drzycimski Shellum, the daughter of John Edward (Jack) Drzycimski and Ona Grace Theeler Drzycimski, was born March 1, 1923 in Linn Grove, Iowa. She, with her brothers Kenneth (Bud) and Jerry grew up on farms in the Linn Grove and Peterson areas. She graduated from Linn Grove High…

March 1, 1923 - October 4, 2014

Loren Wilmer Reed

Loren Wilmer Reed, son of C.B. and Dagmar (Heick) Reed was born January 22, 1919 on a farm in Clay County north of Peterson, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Peterson area where he graduated from Peterson High School in 1937. He attended Iowa State University. He married his…

January 22, 1919 - September 30, 2014

Alice Patrick

Alice Marie Patrick, the daughter of Nels and Julia (Anderson) Holmberg, was born February 16, 1932 in rural Dickens, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Dickens, where she received her education. Alice worked on a farm after her schooling and enjoyed raising horses. She married…

February 16, 1932 - September 28, 2014

Arlan Keith Clausen

Arlan Keith Clausen, the son of Peter and Myrtle (Runkle) Clausen, was born May 5, 1919, in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in rural Spencer where he received his education, graduating from Spencer High School in 1936. Arlan married Irma Garms on February 14, 1946, in…

May 5, 1919 - September 26, 2014

Elizabeth Ries

Elizabeth June Ries, the daughter of William and Louise (Heinzman) Hill was born July 20, 1922 in Omaha, NE. Her childhood years were spent in the Omaha area, where she attended school and graduated in 1940. After school Elizabeth worked assembling Bombers during WWII. Elizabeth married…

July 20, 1922 - September 25, 2014

Patricia Virginia Folsom

Patricia Virginia Folsom was born in Belle Plaine, Iowa, on April 27, 1921. She was the youngest daughter of James and Virginia McVicker. When she was two years old, her family moved to Iowa City where she attended City High School, graduating in 1939. During her junior year, she danced with the…

April 21, 1921 - September 23, 2014

Eugene George Pooler

Eugene George Pooler, the son of Levi G. Pooler and Edna F. Johnson Pooler, was born June 21, 1930 in Bellingham, WA. Eugene received his early education in Country Schools. Eugene was a farmer and truck driver for Sieh Farm Drainage for 32 years. Following a stroke, Eugene moved into…

June 21, 1930 - September 22, 2014

William 'Bill' Scott

William 'Bill' Eldridge Scott, the son of Eldridge and Mabel Miller Scott was born June 21, 1925 in Greenville, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Rossie, IA area where he graduated from Rossie High School. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1944 and served until his Honorable Discharge…

June 21, 1925 - September 21, 2014

Irene Otten Johnson

Irene Evelyn Otten Johnson, daughter of George and Stella Otten, was born February 11, 1923 in Minnesota. After the family moved to Iowa, she graduated from the Linn Grove School in 1941 and enlisted in the WAVES in February 1943. On October 6, 1945, she was united in marriage to…

February 11, 1923 - September 20, 2014

Steven Paul Loehr

Steven Paul Loehr, the son of Curtis and Neola (Ratcliff) Loehr, was born June 15, 1949 in Fort Dodge, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Lohrville, Iowa area where he received his early education. When Steve was nine years old, his family moved to Alton, Iowa, where he finished his…

June 15, 1949 - September 18, 2014

Lois Harriet Koenig

Lois Koenig, the daughter of Peter and Myrtle (Johnson) Hagedorn, was born September 12, 1921 on a farm northwest of Royal, IA. Her childhood years were spent on a farm near Royal, where she received her education, graduating from Royal High School in 1937 at the age of 16. She worked at…

September 12, 1921 - September 17, 2014

Jack Frederick Ingraham

Jack Frederick Ingraham, 86, of Apple Valley, formerly of Spencer, Iowa and Bloomington, Minnesota, passed away Sunday, September 14, 2014 surrounded by his loving family. He was born November 18, 1927 in Harlan, Iowa to Harry and Francis (nee Frederickson) Ingraham. Jack is survived by his loving…

November 18, 1927 - September 14, 2014

Helena 'Sanny' Andrews

Helena Santillan 'Sanny' Andrews was born October 26, 1918, to Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Santillan in Audubon, Iowa. She was raised and educated in Audubon and graduated from Audubon High School in 1937. She entered St. Anthony's School of Nursing in Carroll, Iowa, and graduated in 1940 with…

October 26, 1918 - September 11, 2014

Mary "Kay" Kathleen Steffen

Mary Kathleen "Kay" Steffen, the daughter of Michael Jay and Florence Burke White, was born May 13, 1922 in Riceville, Iowa. Kay graduated from Riceville Community High School. She then continued her education and graduated from Iowa State Teachers College in Cedar Falls, Iowa. Kay taught school…

May 13, 1922 - September 11, 2014

Reuben Ralph Tichy

Reuben Ralph Tichy, the son of Albin and Rose Marie (Kotrba), was born December 14, 1925 in Niobrara, NE. His early childhood years were spent in Nebraska where he received his education. He moved to Rossie, Iowa, where he began high school and later graduated from Webb High School in 1944. …

December 14, 1925 - September 7, 2014

Louise Delia Devine

Memorials can be directed to the Spencer Public Library or the Spencer Hospital Louise Delia Devine, the daughter of Frank and Mary (Peffer) Devine, was born November 9, 1919 near Bode, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in that area, where she attended and graduated from Algona High…

November 9, 1919 - September 5, 2014

Carl Ernest Abel

Carl Ernest Abel, the son of Carl August and Hulda (Nobling) Abel, was born March 5, 1915 in Wall Lake, IA. His childhood years were spent in Wall Lake and the family moved to the Greenville area when he was 13 where he completed his education graduating from Greenville High School. After his…

March 9, 1915 - September 4, 2014

Harry Joseph Eilers

Harry Joseph Eilers, the son of Harry Herman and Roseanne Vonnahme Eilers, was born July 5, 1929 in St. Louis, MO. As a young child, his family moved to Milford, Iowa where Harry received his early education. On November 9, 1957, Harry married Lois Thayer in Spencer, Iowa. Following their…

July 5, 1929 - August 28, 2014

Irene Hugunin

Irene Janet Hugunin, the daughter of James and Gertrude (Thoreson) Cory was born on December 14, 1929 in Ruthven, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Ruthven and Northern Minnesota, where she graduated from Akley, MN in 1947. Irene married Kay Hugunin on November 24, 1947. Following…

December 14, 1929 - August 26, 2014

Irene Anne Schuknecht

Irene Anne Schuknecht, the daughter of Peter and Emma (Jager) Paulsen, was born June 16, 1925 in Hartley, Iowa. She attended school at Hartley, Primghar, Rock Rapids and Maple Plain, MN where she received her education. She was baptized at the Trinity United Church of Christ in Hartley and…

June 16, 1925 - August 24, 2014

Dwight Joe Geerdes

Dwight Joe Geerdes, the son of Edwin and Ellen Hirt Geerdes, was born January 5, 1957, in Everly, Iowa. Joe was baptized and confirmed at the First English Lutheran Church in Spencer. He received his early education and graduated from the Everly High School in 1975. Joe continued his education…

January 5, 1957 - August 24, 2014

Nelson 'Nels' Ellsworth, Jr.

Nelson 'Nels' Ellsworth Jr., age 90 of Mankato and formerly of Spencer, IA, died Saturday, August 23, 2014 at Pathstone Living in Mankato. Nelson was born October 13, 1923 to Dr. Nelson R. and Alma (Juhl) Ellsworth Sr. in Terril, IA. He graduated from Spirit Lake High School and went on…

October 13, 1923 - August 23, 2014

Ardis Joyce Long

Ardis Joyce Long, the daughter of Everett and Vila (Walker) McKeever, was born January 3, 1931 on a farm S.W. Ardis attended schools in Linn Grove, Rossie, and Royal. She was active in basketball and softball and played the French Horn while at Royal High School. Ardis was married to John…

January 3, 1931 - August 21, 2014

Shirley Maxine Barnard

Shirley Maxine Barnard, the daughter of Edwin and Hazel (Brown) Larson was born October 31, 1928 in Algona, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Ayrshire, IA area, where she attended school, graduating from Silver Lake High School in Ayrshire. After high school Shirley worked as a…

October 31, 1928 - August 20, 2014

Dustin Lee Heacock

Dustin Lee Heacock, the son of Ron Pixler and Stephanie Mathers, was born on February 11, 1988, in Omaha, Ne. He moved to Storm Lake, Iowa in his youth to live with his dad; where he attended Laurens Marathon High School and graduated from Storm Lake High School in 2008. After graduation,…

February 11, 1988 - August 19, 2014

Doris Marie Ginger

Doris Marie (Clark) Ginger, 92, of Spencer, passed away Monday, August 18, 2014, peacefully at her home. Doris was born March 26, 1922, in Milford, IA, the daughter of Arthur and Hazel (Alexander) Clark. She grew up in Milford, IA, where she graduated High School, graduating in 1941. A…

March 26, 1922 - August 18, 2014

Marty Ray Matthiesen

Marty Ray Matthiesen, the son of Jack and Betty (Averill) Matthiesen, was born December 4, 1956, in Spencer, Iowa. Marty received his education from Spencer schools, graduating in 1975. As a child and through his young adult years, Marty enjoyed riding and working with horses with his family on…

December 4, 1956 - August 14, 2014

Goldie Ruth Miller

Goldie Ruth Miller, the daughter of Clyde and Eliza Richardson Utley was born February 4, 1929 in Ayrshire, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Ayrshire area, where she was raised by her adoptive parents Tom and Mary Virgil. She graduated from Ayrshire High School in 1946. Goldie…

February 4, 1929 - August 10, 2014

Herman 'Kay' Kunath

Herman 'Kay' Kunath the son of Sumner and Bertha Miller Kunath was born at home in Spencer September 13th 1923. His childhood years were spent there where he had his first job at 11 as a paperboy. From there he went on to graduate from Spencer High School in 1941. While in High School he was…

September 13, 1923 - August 9, 2014

Jay Todd Hessman

Jay Todd Hessman was born to David and Arlene (Jackson) Hessman on April 15, 1962 at the Muscatine General Hospital in Muscatine, IA. At age one, he moved to Ida County, Ida Grove, IA where he spent most of his growing up years. The family moved to Spencer in 1979 where he graduated from…

April 15, 1962 - August 1, 2014

Willliam Arthur DeVos

William Arthur DeVos, the son of William and Gertrude (Pluim) DeVos, was born on June 2, 1921, in Sioux Center, IA. He grew up in Sioux County and attended and graduated from high school in Ireton. On October 28, 1942, William married Betty Lyle in Lawton IA. Shortly after their…

June 2, 1921 - July 26, 2014

Donna Mae Hrubes

Donna Mae (Bleich) Hrubes, 74 years old, was born March 8, 1940 in Algona, IA, and was the eldest daughter of Frank and Minnie Bleich. She was baptized at St. Joseph's Catholic Church and grew up in Wesley, IA. No stranger to challenges in her life, she was rescued with her mother and sister…

March 8, 1940 - July 26, 2014

Dorothy Eleanor Franseen

Dorothy Eleanor Franseen, the daughter of Ray and Esther (Wenell) Gustafson, was born April 14, 1925 in Albert City, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Laurens, where she received her education, graduating from Laurens High School. Following high school, she continued her education for…

April 14, 1925 - July 26, 2014

February 9, 1927 - July 26, 2014

Shirley Mae Marble

Shirley Mae Marble, the daughter of Ralph and Mildred (Duhn) Masters, was born May 21, 1924, in Graettinger, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Graettinger where she received her education, graduating from Graettinger High School in 1942. Shirley married Charles Marble on August 5,…

May 21, 1924 - July 23, 2014

Richard Dale Berger

Richard Dale Berger, the son of Charles and Helen (Dyer) Berger, was born December 13, 1945 in Emmetsburg, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Ayrshire, where he received his early education. His family later moved to LeRoy, MN where he completed his education. After his schooling, he…

December 13, 1945 - July 23, 2014

Shirley Kramer

Shirley Joan Kramer, the daughter of Harlen and Darlene (Merchant) Steburg, was born December 18, 1941 in Fort Dodge, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Fort Dodge, where she received her education. She spent one year in West Virginia with her aunt when she was a young girl. Her family…

December 18, 1941 - July 20, 2014

Susanne Lee Weaver

Susanne Lee Weaver, the daughter of Silas and Doris (Fredenburg) Steele was born February 16, 1941 in Cherokee, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Sutherland, IA area where she attended country school, before graduating from Sutherland Consolidated High School. Susanne married…

February 16, 1941 - July 19, 2014

April 13, 1939 - July 12, 2014

Betty Ruth Beal

Betty Ruth Beal, the daughter of Ersel and Myrtle (Waters) Curry, was born February 25, 1935, in Aurora, IL. Her childhood years were spent in Aurora where she received her education. Betty married David Beal on December 8, 1951, at the Aurora Free Methodist Church. Following their…

February 25, 1935 - July 12, 2014

Judy Ann Frerichs

Judy Ann Lorenz Frerichs, 72, of Lost Island Lake, Iowa died at 3:57 AM, Tuesday, July 8, 2014. She passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her loved ones. Judy was born July 23, 1941 in Spencer, Iowa to George and Lillian (Voogd) Lorenz and spent her happy childhood on a farm…

July 23, 1941 - July 8, 2014

Steven Lee Lutes

The brother of Becky Campbell of Spencer. Steven Lee Lutes, the son of Arthur 'Bill' and Margaret 'Rusty' (Cobbs) Lutes, was born June 29, 1949 in Decatur, Illinois. His childhood years were spent in several communities, graduating from Spirit Lake Community School. Steve married…

June 29, 1949 - July 2, 2014

Howard Raymond Porter

Howard Raymond Porter, the son of Bert and Bessie (Merrell) Porter, was born June 26, 1923 in Albion, NE. His childhood years were spent in Boone County, Nebraska, where he received his early education in country schools. His family later moved to Marathon, Iowa, where he continued his high…

June 26, 1923 - July 2, 2014

Richard Trevor Kirksey, Sr.

Richard T. Kirksey, the son of James and Bernie (Anderson) Kirksey, was born October 11, 1918 in Illmo, Missouri. At an early age, the family moved to Dupo, Illinois. Richard completed his high school education at Dupo Community High School in Illinois. Richard married Lillian M. Berry on…

October 11, 1918 - July 1, 2014

Marjorie Becket

Marjorie Elizabeth Becket, age 98, passed away on June 23, 2014 in Shreveport, Louisiana. She was a life-long resident of Spencer, and had moved recently to be near her daughter and family in Louisiana. Marge was born on March 27, 1916 in Carroll, Iowa to Charles Blaine Hobbs and Anna Messenger…

March 27, 1916 - June 23, 2014

Richard (Rick) David Gray

Richard (Rick) Gray, the son of Richard and Lowene Belva (Brallier) Gray, was born January 15, 1951 in Salem, Oregon. His childhood years were spent in Spencer, where he received his education, graduating from Spencer High School in 1969. He entered the military and served with the U.S. Army…

January 15, 1951 - June 22, 2014

Caroline Christina Kressin

Caroline Kressin, 87, went to be with her Lord on Saturday, June 21, 2014. She was born Caroline Christina Hannah Friedrich, on September 27, 1926, to Rev. Walter and Alma (Thraum) Friedrich, in Willow Township, Greene County, Iowa. She was baptized in infancy, and confirmed in the Lutheran faith…

September 27, 1926 - June 21, 2014

Leanne Arrowood

Leanne Arrowood, the daughter of Ronald Arrowood and Leah 'Jane' Mugge was born November 16, 1957 in Spencer, IA. Leanne received all of her early education and graduated High School in Spencer, IA. Later in her life she pursued a college education at Western Iowa Tech in Sioux City, IA,…

November 16, 1957 - June 20, 2014

Anice Velma Eslick

Anice Velma Eslick, the daughter of Edward and Virginia McGowan Deen, was born December 9, 1917 in Vilas, CO. Anice received her early education and graduated from the Vilas High School. Following her schooling, Anice worked as a secretary for a Judge in Vilas. Anice married Verdie Leon Lay…

December 9, 1917 - June 18, 2014

Irving Adelbert Merrill

Irving Adelbert Merrill, the son of Adelbert and Beda (Anderson) Merrill, was born December 24, 1920, near Sioux Rapids, IA. His childhood years were spent in northwest Iowa where he received his education, graduating from Arnolds Park High School. After his schooling, he entered the military and…

December 24, 1920 - June 12, 2014

Jeanette 'Tootie' Halquist

Jeanette "Tootie" L. Halquist, the daughter of Harry L. and Clara (Ellingson) Lund, was born July 18, 1926, in Laurens, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Laurens where she received her education, graduating from Laurens High School. She later attended UNI in Cedar Falls, Iowa, and…

July 18, 1926 - June 8, 2014

Ralph Ivan Day

Ralph Ivan Day, the son of Robert and Cora (Luzader) Day was born September 18, 1927 in Martinsburg, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Martinsburg area until moving to Ottumwa, IA, where he graduated high school. Ralph joined the U.S. Army Air Corps/Air Force in 1946 and served…

September 18, 1927 - June 7, 2014

June 30, 1933 - June 6, 2014

Shirley Faye Hicks

Shirley Faye Hicks, the daughter of Marvin and Faye (Eiler) Piklapp was born September 2, 1945, in Lynch, NE. Her childhood years were spent in the Lynch, NE, area, where she attended Monowi and Freemont schools, until moving to Sioux City where she graduated from high school. Shirley…

September 2, 1945 - June 4, 2014

Karen Marie VanderVeen

Karen Marie VanderVeen, the daughter of Louis John and Marie Lucille (Botsford) Hollander, was born November 29, 1943, in Artesia, CA. Her childhood years were spent in Sheldon, IA, where she received her education. Karen married Harvey VanderVeen on February 21, 1962, in Sheldon, IA. …

November 29, 1943 - May 31, 2014

Effie Claire Eldridge

Effie Claire Eldridge is lovingly survived by her parents, Brayden Eldridge and Christy Olberding of Spencer; her sister, Nola; Paternal Grandparents: Jim Eldridge and Diane Eldridge both of Spencer; Maternal Grandparents: Shirlee Hallman and her husband, Eric of Thornton, CO and Dean Olberding and…

May 30, 2014 - May 30, 2014

Lonnie Ray Bauerly

Lonnie Ray Bauerly, the son of Floyd and LaVonne (McDonald) Bauerly, was born on August 1, 1945, in Sibley, IA. He was raised and received his early education in Ocheydan, IA. Following high school, for the next 10-15 years, he worked with road construction companies. He then attended Western…

August 1, 1945 - May 26, 2014

Clara Merlene Somers

Clara Merlene Somers, the daughter of Merill and Lena (Case) Banks was born August 2, 1915 in Langdon, Iowa. She attended Spencer Schools, graduating from Spencer High School in 1934. Clara married Harley Somers on December 3, 1950. She worked as the head salad lady for a hospital in…

August 2, 1915 - May 24, 2014

Elizabeth Kyte

Elizabeth Ranae Kyte, the daughter of Donald and Tamara Kay (Roland) Kyte, was born October 12, 1995, in Yankton, South Dakota. Elizabeth was recently employed at Wal-Mart in Spirit Lake, Iowa. She enjoyed exercising and taking walks, music, shopping, caring for animals, weekends at the lake,…

October 12, 1995 - May 23, 2014

Lowell Marvin Mouw

Lowell Marvin Mouw, age 86, of Spencer, died Thursday, May 22, 2014 at Liebe Care Center in Greene, Iowa. Lowell Mouw, the son of Gerrit and Cora Mouw, was born June 11, 1927 in Orange City. After high school Lowell served in the Navy and then attended Northwestern College. On April…

June 11, 1927 - May 22, 2014

Steven Allen Kathman

Steven Allen Kathman, the son of Billy and Mary (Heisler) Kathman, was born on March 2, 1965, in Emmetsburg, IA. He was raised also received his education in Ayrshire, graduating from Ruthven-Ayrshire High School. Steven married Trudy Thomas on December 28, 1985, in Ayrshire. Following…

March 2, 1965 - May 17, 2014

Christine Mathern

Christine Mathern, the daughter of Wilhelm and Katherine (Hansen) Rahbusch, was born June 1, 1926, in Treia Schleswig-Holstein, Germany. Her family moved to America to Sutherland, Iowa, when Christine was a child. She received her education and graduated from Sutherland High School in 1947. …

June 1, 1926 - May 16, 2014

Darlo Julious 'Al' Albers

Al Albers, the son of Jesse and Melva (Blaue) Albers, was born September 17, 1926 in O'Brien County, IA. He grew up on a farm near Primghar and received his education at Gaza Consolidated School. Al was married twice and had three children. He lived in various locations in North…

September 17, 1926 - May 14, 2014

Betty Menke

Betty Lou Kramer Menke of Spencer, IA was born to Vena Hopfe and Albert Kramer on February 8, 1931 in Everly, IA. Betty attended a country school west of Spencer, through 8th grade, then attended Everly High School, where she graduated in 1949. She had 6 children, Glennis (Kent)…

February 8, 1931 - May 14, 2014

Donna Mae Rausch Ostermann

Donna Mae Rausch Ostermann was born on February 15, 1935 in Harris, IA. She spent her childhood there where she attended Harris Lake Park Schools. She married William George Rausch on April 30, 1954 and to this union two sons and one daughter were born. She remarried Reuben Ostermann on November 2,…

February 15, 1935 - May 12, 2014

Geraldine Elaine Clausen

Geraldine Elaine Stamer Clausen, the daughter of Erwin and Frieda (Tesch) Mesner was born January 6, 1936 in Germantown, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Germantown, IA where she attended school. Geraldine married Orlan Stamer on September 30, 1951 at St. John's Lutheran Church in…

January 6, 1936 - May 11, 2014

Diane Joan Toebes

Diane Joan Toebes, the daughter of Alvin and Katherine Travis Hildenbrand, was born January 9, 1943 in Chicago, IL. When she was 14 years old, the family moved to Oak Park, IL where she received her education and graduated from Oak Park River Forest High School. On April 8, 1961, she met Ben…

January 9, 1943 - May 11, 2014

Darrel Richard Forslund Sr.

Darrel Richard Forslund, Sr., was born on September 26, 1940 in Hollywood CA, firstborn to Richard and Ruth (Larson) Forslund. He grew up in Fort Dodge and graduated from FDSH in 1959. He married Julie Fishel on August 26, 1961 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Fort Dodge, Iowa. After a few…

September 26, 1940 - May 10, 2014

David LaWayne Nelson

Dave was born January 23, 1953 in Spencer, Iowa. The first-born child to Bob and Arlene (Goyette) Nelson he was raised with a younger brother and partner in crime, Donny. He spent his childhood helping out around the family's pharmacy and enjoying summer days on Lake Okoboji. Dave graduated from…

January 23, 1953 - May 6, 2014

Janet Kay Horning

Janet Kay Horning, the daughter of Elmer and Pearl (Rabbe) Bruggeman, was born September 28, 1940 in Iowa City, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent near Lake City, IA, where she received her education. After her schooling, she worked at a hospital in Fort Dodge, IA. Janet married Gary…

September 28, 1940 - May 3, 2014

Helen Anna Wilken

Helen Anna Wilken, the daughter of Herman and Anna (Bokker) Wilken, was born July 18, 1914, in Monticello, IN. Her childhood years were spent in Everly where she received her education, graduating from Everly High School in 1933. She later attended a business college in Cedar Rapids. After…

July 18, 1914 - April 29, 2014

Edward J. Krebs

Edward Joseph Krebs died in his home on April 29, 2014 after a short but courageous battle with stomach cancer. Ed was born on July 1, 1945 in Manson, Iowa and started his life living in a chicken coop. No joke. Born to Don and Martha (Harrold) Krebs, he was raised with seven siblings: Karen…

July 1, 1945 - April 29, 2014

Lois Merchant

Lois Merchant was born June 2, 1937 in Omaha, Nebraska to Lawrence and Mildred (Donahoo) Sandy. She grew up on a farm near Gretna, NE, graduating from Gretna High School in 1954. After graduation, she attended Wayne State Teacher's College, where she earned her elementary teaching…

June 2, 1937 - April 29, 2014

Clara 'Genevieve' Sparks

Clara Genevieve Sparks, the daughter of Watson and Clara Bottenfield Barton, was born June 4, 1924 in Altoona, PA. As a young child, both of her parents passed away and she was raised by her grandmother. She received her early education and graduated from Bedford High School in Pennsylvania.…

June 4, 1924 - April 26, 2014

Flavius 'Andy' Dodge

Flavius 'Andy' Anderson Dodge, was born September 29, 1918 on the Dodge family farm near Langodn, IA; His parents were Walter H. and Vina E. (Anderson) Dodge. His early education was received at Meadow #5, Langdon, and he graduated from Lake Center High School in 1936. He attended Iowa State…

September 29, 1918 - April 25, 2014

David Sorter

David Robert Sorter, the son of Robert and Florence (Robinson) Sorter was born September 23, 1956 in Los Angeles, CA. his childhood years were spent in the Minneapolis, MN area where he attended school through 8th grade, before moving to Janesville, IA where he graduated in 1975. David…

September 23, 1956 - April 25, 2014

Steve Chalstrom

Steve was not only a son, brother, uncle, grandson and friend, he was a man who embraced life with love and passion. His passion for life touched the lives of so many from his childhood days growing up in Spencer, to his time on the family farm and his days as a college student at the University of…

July 1, 1985 - April 25, 2014

Lawrence 'Larry' Hobert Connell

Lawrence (Larry) Hobert Connell, 91, of Spencer, Iowa, passed away at Spencer Hospital on April 23, 2014, after a brief illness. Larry was born June 13, 1922, in Arnolds Park, Iowa, to George and Emma (Schweizer) Connell. After a difficult childhood during the depression era, he quit…

June 13, 1922 - April 23, 2014

Louise T. Heinrichs

Louise T. Heinrichs, the daughter of Lawrence and Regina (Booth) Winker was born May 18, 1932 in Carroll, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Carroll area where she attended school. She married Virgil 'Corkey' Heinrichs on June 1, 1950 at St. John's Catholic Church in Arcadia, IA. …

May 18, 1932 - April 21, 2014

Kathleen 'Kay' A. Filloon

Kathleen A. "Kay" Filloon, the daughter of John and Margaret (Walsh) Ford, was born December 24, 1930 on a farm northwest of Laurens, Iowa. She was raised on that farm and attended country school through the 8th grade. She later attended and graduated from Laurens High School in 1949. …

December 24, 1930 - April 20, 2014

Jean Anne Richards

Jean Anne Richards, the daughter of Anthony and Marguerite (Doyle) Rubes, was born on August 8, 1926, in Spencer, IA. She was raised and received her early education in Spencer, graduating from Spencer High School as the valedictorian of her class. On April 5, 1947, Jean married Robert…

August 8, 1926 - April 19, 2014

Richard Jay Wells

Richard Jay Wells, the son of Jerry Grotzky and Carol Campbell Scott, was born on September 1, 1956, in Hartley, IA. In 1976, Richard married Joanne Wilson, and to this union two children were born. Richard had three children: Mitch Nehring of Estherville, IA, Montana Wells of Spencer, IA, and…

September 1, 1956 - April 18, 2014

Maxine Elda Busse

Maxine Elda Busse, the daughter of William and Sena (Jepsen) Busse, was born February 25, 1930 in Pronto, MN. Her family moved to Spencer, Iowa when she was a young child. She received her education in Spencer schools and graduated from Spencer High School in 1948. Maxine lived her…

February 25, 1930 - April 17, 2014

Grace Alvina Johnson

Grace Alvina Johnson, the daughter of Henry T. and Lilla (Hicks) Hanson, was born April 4, 1924, in Jackson County, MN. Her childhood years were spent in Windom, MN, where she received her education, graduating from Windom High School. Grace married James Wendell Johnson on June 8, 1942, in…

April 4, 1924 - April 16, 2014

Ronald Dale Eaton

Ronald Dale Eaton, the son of Leo and Hazel (Sweet) Eaton, was born on August 20, 1947, in Fort Dodge, Iowa. He was raised and received his early education in Rockwell City, graduating from high school in 1966. After graduation he entered into the military on December 30, 1966, serving in the U.S.…

August 20, 1947 - April 15, 2014

Carmen Alethia Stier

Carmen Alethia Stier, the daughter of James and Emma (Bateman) Harrell, was born June 3, 1940, in Columbia, NC. Her childhood years were spent in Columbia where she received her education. After high school, she attended and graduated from Hicks Academy of Beauty & Culture in Norfolk, VA. …

June 3, 1940 - April 13, 2014

Thelma Maxine McCullah

Thelma Maxine McCullah, the daughter of James Peter and Leota Belle (Starkey) Jensen, was born June 12, 1934, in Graettinger, IA. She was raised and received her early education there, graduating from Graettinger High School. After graduation, Thelma worked at the dime store and lived with her…

June 12, 1934 - April 13, 2014

May 14, 1928 - April 13, 2014

Marlene Ann Moding

Marlene Ann Moding, the daughter of John and Gertrude (Johansen) Johanson was born January 25, 1937 in St. Paul, NE. Her childhood years were spent in the Royal, IA area where she attended school, graduating from Royal High School in 1955. Marlene married Clair Moding on July 18, 1959 at…

January 25, 1937 - April 12, 2014

Bonnie J. Manwarren

Bonnie June (Rudolph) Manwarren, the daughter of Herman and Margaret (Bahde) Rudolph was born December 3, 1924 in Hartley, IA. She received her education in Des Moines, Iowa schools. On Dec. 9, 1942, she was united in marriage to Eugene James Manwarren at her mother's home in Des Moines,…

December 3, 1924 - April 9, 2014

July 31, 1959 - April 2, 2014

George Louis Muller

George Louis Muller was born on August 25, 1920 on the farm near Whittemore, Iowa. He was the youngest of 5 children born to Peter and Anna (Mergan) Muller. He graduated from Presentation Academy in Whittemore in 1938. George went on to complete his education at Hamilton Business College…

August 25, 1920 - March 31, 2014

Elmer LeRoy Steven

Elmer LeRoy Steven, the son of LeRoy and Lottie (Church) Steven, was born June 17, 1918 in Algona, IA. His childhood years were spent in Kossuth, Hancock & Winnebago counties in Iowa, where he received his education. After his schooling, he entered the military and served with the U.S. Air…

June 17, 1918 - March 31, 2014

Cleo Garrod

Cleo Frances Ihry was born August 120, 1919 on a farm west of Royal, Iowa, to Jean Baptist and Nellie (Huss) Ihry. She attended elementary school and received her high school diploma from Royal, Iowa. Soon after, she graduated from Sioux City Academy of Cosmetology. She started her first beauty…

August 20, 1919 - March 28, 2014

July 6, 1931 - March 28, 2014

Edna Catherine "Ted" Couch

Edna Catherine 'Ted' Couch, 98, of Marshalltown, passed away March 28, 2014 at the Villa del Sol, in the care of the Villa, Hospice and her family. A celebration of her life will be 2 p.m., Saturday, May 24 at the St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Marshalltown. Burial will be in Marathon, near Spencer…

April 6, 1915 - March 28, 2014

Donald Robert Carlson

Donald Robert Carlson, the son of B. Victor and Ellen (Swanson) Carlson, was born April 4, 1926 in Aurelia, IA. His childhood years were spent in Galva, IA, where he received his education, graduating from Galva High School. He continued his schooling at the University of Iowa, where he…

April 4, 1926 - March 27, 2014

Arlene Boettcher

Arlene Meta Boettcher, the daughter of Ernest and Lilly (Grote) Boettcher was born July 6, 1920, in Grant Township, Buena Vista County, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Grant Township area where she attended Zion Lutheran School in rural Storm Lake, Iowa, and later graduated from Storm…

July 6, 1920 - March 27, 2014

Maurice Thilges

Maurice Thilges, the son of Arthur and Agnes Besch Thilges, was born March 12, 1952 in Algona, Iowa. He received his early education and graduated from Algona Garrigan High School in 1970. Maurice married Donna Baxter on February 23, 1990 in Spencer. Following their marriage, they made…

March 12, 1952 - March 26, 2014

Carolyn Jean Prange

Carolyn Jean Prange, the daughter of George and Elsie (Appledorn) Westphal was born October 20, 1946 on a farm outside of Paullina, Iowa. She attended school in the Paullina area and graduated from Sutherland High School in 1964. She met Jay Prange in Spencer, Iowa and they were married…

October 20, 1946 - March 24, 2014

Johnnie Anthony Steward

Johnnie Anthony Steward, the son of Archie and Florence Newman Steward was born September 27, 1919 in Memphis, TN. His childhood years were spent in the Memphis and Mason, TN area, before moving to the Webb, IA area. He was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1941 and served until his Honorable…

September 27, 1919 - March 23, 2014

Cheryl Lee Stanley

Cheryl Lee Stanley, the daughter of Ralph and Francis (Mauer) Hepworth, was born on March 23, 1944 in Spencer, Iowa. She spent her youth on the family farm just west of Royal and graduated from Royal Consolidated High School. She was active in 4-H, MYF, girls basketball and in her spare time she…

March 23, 1944 - March 23, 2014

Darwin 'Scooter' Zahrt

Darwin C. "Scooter" Zahrt, the son of Fred and Rachel (Roberts) Zahrt, was born August 24, 1932 in Rossie, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Rossie area where he received his education, graduating from Rossie High School. Following high school, he served with the National Guard. He…

August 24, 1932 - March 20, 2014

Vera Lillie Rose Saxby

Vera Lillie Rose Saxby, the daughter of Melvin and Rose (Piehl) Saxby, was born March 31, 1919 in Arlington, SD. Her childhood years were spent in Arlington, SD, where she received her early education. Her family later moved to Peterson, Iowa, where she continued her education, graduating…

March 31, 1919 - March 17, 2014

Lee Luverne Shatto

Lee Luverne Shatto, the son of Luther and Orpha Shatto, was born October 8, 1930 in Spencer, IA. He attended school in Spencer and graduated in 1950. He served in the U.S. Army from 1950 to 1952. During his service, he was stationed in Germany for 17 months. After returning from the…

October 8, 1930 - March 16, 2014

James Robert Coffey

James 'Jim' Robert Coffey, the son of Paul and Emma Stukey Pullen, was born in Madison, South Dakota on September 19, 1934. He received his early education in Spencer, Iowa. Jim served in the United States Army- Combat Engineers 2nd Division. On August 31st, 1957, Jim married Alberta…

September 19, 1934 - March 16, 2014

Alma Jeane Spears

Alma Jeane Beck Spears was born to Karoline Olesen Beck and Joseph S. Beck on May 18, 1915 in Greenville, Iowa. She graduated from the Greenville Community School in 1932 and worked in various homes until her marriage to Leonard Spears on March 5, 1933 in Northwood, Iowa. Alma devoted her…

May 18, 1915 - March 16, 2014

Marjorie Krogh

Marjorie Emma Krogh, the daughter of Albert and Annie Lewis Willard was born September 23, 1924, in Woodbury, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Woodbury area where she attended Willow Township schools. Marjorie married Nels Willie Krogh on January 16, 1955, in Spirit Lake, IA.…

September 23, 1924 - March 16, 2014

Alice Mae Black

Alice Mae Black, the daughter of William and Ina (Darling) Mehan, was born January 11, 1933 in Emmetsburg, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Ayrshire, where she received her education, graduating from Ayrshire High School. Following her schooling, she moved to Spencer, Iowa, where she…

January 11, 1933 - March 10, 2014

Roger Dean Ingledue

Roger Ingledue, age 82, of Ames, Iowa, died Tuesday, March 4, 2014, at Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames. In accordance with his wishes, Roger was cremated and a memorial service will be held at a later date. Born April 17, 1931, in Johnson County, Iowa, Roger Dean Ingledue was the son of Tom…

April 17, 1931 - March 4, 2014

Myrtle Rausch

Mrs. Rausch was born February 15, 1923, at Center Grove, the daughter of Walter and Olive Swanson Banning. She received her education in Royal. She married Wilbur (Bill) Rausch on June 21, 1943, at Spencer. She and her husband were cafe' owners in Arnolds Park and Spencer. She enjoyed dancing at…

February 15, 1923 - March 3, 2014

Neil B. Scoles, Jr.

Neil Boyce Scoles Jr., son of Neil Boyce and Lydia Millsap Scoles Sr. was born February 1, 1920 in Des Moines, Iowa. Throughout his school years Neil and his family moved many times because of his father's work. Neil attended schools in Des Moines, Cincinnati, Ohio, LaGrange, Illinois,…

February 1, 1920 - March 1, 2014

Betty Maxine Dell

Betty Bentley Dell Born July 7, 1926, Betty was raised on a family farm in Marathon surrounded by her parents, Edgar and Florence Bently and her sister, Donna, and two brothers, Russell and Rex. Her family was always important to her and she started her own shortly after graduating. …

July 7, 1926 - February 26, 2014

Sally Lorraine Martwick

Sally Lorraine Martwick, the daughter of Burris and Hazel Leto Patrick, was born June 8, 1943 in Spencer, Iowa. Sally grew up in Peterson where she received her early education and graduated from the Peterson High School. On July 5, 1961, Sally married Wally Fred Martwick in Vici, OK. …

June 8, 1943 - February 25, 2014

Bonnie Sue Trosin

Bonnie Sue Trosin, the daughter of Arlo Gritten and Lois King Gritten, was born October 5, 1954, youngest of 5 siblings. She spent most of her life living in the Rossie area. Growing up on the farmstead outside of town, Bonnie spent her time riding her pony, helping Dad with hog chores,…

October 5, 1954 - February 24, 2014

Ora Martha Honsbruch

Ora Martha Honsbruch, the daughter of Chris and Martha (Luetkeman) Felten, was born February 11, 1920, on the family farm in rural Spring Township in Cherokee county. Her childhood years were spent on the family farm where she received her education at Brooke School, graduating in 1939. She…

February 11, 1920 - February 21, 2014

John Steven Welle

John Steven Welle, the tenth child of Lester and Pearl (Arms) Welle, was born May 9th, 1949 on a farm located southwest of Milford. His childhood years were spent growing up on the farm. He attended Okoboji Twp. Consolidated School for his Elementary years. He then attended school at…

May 9, 1949 - February 18, 2014

Benjamin Lewis Robertson

Benjamin Lewis Robertson was born June 30, 1946 in Lincoln, Nebraska and passed away on February 18, 2014 after a brief illness. The son of Robert and Betty Meligan Robertson, Ben grew up in Lincoln and was a lifelong Cornhusker fan. He served in the National Guard and graduated from Hastings…

June 30, 1946 - February 18, 2014

Jay Todd Cole

Jay Todd Cole was born on January 2, 1963 to LeRoy and Deanna (Nelson) Cole in Cherokee, Iowa. He was raised and educated in Spencer, Iowa. He graduated from Spencer High School in 1981. After graduation, Jay was employed at Stub's Ranch Kitchen, he was a bartender and worked at several…

January 2, 1963 - February 14, 2014

Dale Coval Darnell

Dale Coval Darnell, the son of Jay and Helen Way Darnell was born April 13, 1929, in Dunning, NE. His childhood years were spent in the Black Hills where he attended school, graduating from Custer High School. He lived in Holstein, IA and Sioux City, IA, before moving to Spencer, IA in 1954. …

April 13, 1929 - February 13, 2014

Brian Jon Heisler

Brian Jon Heisler, the son of James and Beverly Alger Heisler, was born July 4, 1969 in Estherville, IA. He received his early education in Ruthven and was confirmed at the Zion Lutheran Church in Ruthven. Brian graduated from South Clay High School in 1987 where he was the Homecoming King,…

July 4, 1969 - February 12, 2014

Elna Lavonne Jensen

Elna Lavonne Jensen, the daughter of Robert William Roberts and Elva Jane (Martin) Roberts, was born on Monday, October 5, 1925. She was raised and received her early education in Clay township at a country school, Maple Grove School, near Royal, graduating as valedictorian from…

October 5, 1925 - February 12, 2014

Dorothy Belle Davis

Dorothy Belle Davis, the daughter of John and Jessie Wiley, was born February 28, 1924 in Varina, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Varina, Storm Lake, and Rembrandt areas where she received her education. Dorothy was united in marriage to Wayne Davis of Laurens, IA on September…

February 28, 1924 - February 7, 2014

Diane Marie Anderson

Diane Marie Anderson, the SPECIAL mentally and handicapped daughter of Arlen Anderson and Adele (Rathgeber) Anderson- Homewood was born on August 7, 1957, in Sioux City, Iowa. She was admitted to Beatrice State Home in Beatrice, NE, at the age of 6. She was sent there to live and…

August 7, 1957 - February 4, 2014

Jeanette Dolores Holiday

Jeanette Dolores (Andersen) Holiday, the daughter of Hartman and Anna (Lundblad) Andersen, was born December 4, 1929 in Gillett Grove, Iowa. Jeanette grew up in Gillett Grove and graduated from Gillett Grove Consolidated High School in 1947. After high school, she attended business school and…

December 4, 1929 - February 3, 2014

Gordon Erick

Gordon Erick was born November 10, 1951, son of William & Janice Erick. He lived in the Royal, Everly areas where he attended school in Everly, graduating in 1970. Following his schooling, he entered the military and served with the Army from 1971 until his honorable discharge in 1973. …

November 10, 1951 - February 2, 2014

Lyle Williams

Lyle LuVerne Williams, the son of Lloyd and Bessie Nelson Williams was born January 7, 1925 in Royal, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Webb, IA area where he attended school, graduating as Valedictorian from Garfield Webb High School in 1942. Lyle married Betty Andersen at the…

January 7, 1925 - January 31, 2014

Kenneth Ingman Hoyne

Kenneth Ingman Hoyne, the son of Kenneth and Ellen (Siebert) Hoyne, was born July 17, 1920 in Hurley, SD. His childhood years were spent in Chicago, and later Kadoka, SD, until moving to Centerville, SD, where he received his education, graduating from Centerville High School in 1938. …

July 17, 1920 - January 30, 2014

Duane 'Buck' Dotson

Duane Allen Dotson, the son of Everett and Thelma Whaley Dotson, was born August 23, 1929 on a farm in Clay County, Iowa. He attended the rural Lake Center School all twelve years of his education, graduating in 1947. He then went to work for a small grocery store in Langdon and later for a…

August 23, 1929 - January 28, 2014

Clifford James Durst

Clifford James Durst, the son of Balthasar and Helen Gutknecht Durst, was born May 23, 1936 in Spencer, Iowa. He received his early education and graduated from the Spencer High School in 1954. Clifford served in the Iowa National Guard from 1954 to 1962 Clifford married Ardell Wiemers…

May 23, 1936 - January 28, 2014

Michael Dean Thiel

On January 28, Dr. Michael Dean Thiel of Spirit Lake, Iowa died at the age of 73. He was born on February 9, 1940 in Spencer, Iowa to Bryce and Ann Thiel. As a child he lived in Aurelia and Ames, Iowa and Kimball, MN. He attended Minnesota Bible College, University of Minnesota, and earned…

February 9, 1940 - January 28, 2014

Lois Irene Schwien

Lois Irene Schwien, the daughter of Joe and Rose (Jensen) Conner, was born September 2, 1918 in Lamberton, MN. Her family moved to Park Rapids, MN where she attended and graduated from school in 1935. She was united in marriage to Melvin Schwien on June 18, 1939 in Brookings, SD. …

September 2, 1918 - January 26, 2014

Mavis Genevieve Marxen

Mavis Genevieve Marxen, the daughter of Arthur E. and Marcia S. (Coddington) Johnson was born December 12, 1926, in Marathon, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Marathon where she attended grade school. Her family moved to Laurens in 1940 where she started high school, later moving to Webb…

December 12, 1926 - January 25, 2014

Glenn Melvin Durst

Glenn Melvin Durst, the son of Balthasar and Helen (Gutknecht) Durst, was born August 10, 1929 in rural Langdon, Iowa. He was raised on a farm outside of Langdon, where he received his education at a country school east of Langdon and later graduating from Lake Center High School in 1947. …

August 10, 1929 - January 23, 2014

Ruth Small

Ruth Margelene Small was born on September 16, 1926, in Alta, Iowa, to Squire Albert and Myrtle (Walters) Sweeney. She attended school in Alta and later graduated from Alta High School in 1944. On October 26, 1944, she married Harold (Bud) Small at the Methodist Church in Sioux City, Iowa. …

September 16, 1926 - January 22, 2014

Kenneth 'Kenny' Kummerfeld

Kenneth 'Kenny' Michael Kummerfeld, the son of LeRoy and Alice (Novenski) Kummerfeld, was born October 28, 1942 in Cherokee, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Sutherland, where he received his education, graduating from Sutherland High School in 1961. Following his schooling, he…

October 28, 1942 - January 20, 2014

Katherine Elizabeth Brooks

Katherine Elizabeth Brooks, the daughter of George and Myrttle Sargent Vincent was born February 1, 1925 in Mansonville, Quebec, Canada. She attended school in North Troy, VT and graduated from High School in Burlington, VT. Katherine married Lincoln Brooks in North Troy, VT on June 19,…

February 1, 1925 - January 18, 2014

Jaren Raymond Andrew Rook

Jaren Raymond Andrew Rook, the son of Courtney and Josh Rook was born October 7, 2012, in Spencer, Iowa. Jaren always enjoyed jumping on the couch, climbing on furniture, and exploring. He was happy playing with his brothers and sisters, his toys and especially his monkeys. He liked to…

October 7, 2012 - January 17, 2014

Marcella Amelia Clark

Marcella Amelia Clark, the daughter of Peter and Helen (Lukken) Redl, was born January 11, 1928 in Newcastle, NE. Her childhood years were spent in Newcastle, where she received her education, graduating in 1945. She married Ralph Clark on September 22, 1948, in Newcastle, NE. After…

January 11, 1928 - January 8, 2014

Michael Fischer

Michael Robert Fischer, the son of Oscar and Sarah Pauline (Pomerantz) Fischer, was born July 14, 1951, in Danville, IL. His family moved to Coral Gables, FL, when Mike was a child where he received his early education. Mike attended Miami-Dade College for two years and then moved to Iowa…

July 14, 1951 - January 6, 2014

Earl Samuel Klaessy

Earl Samuel Klaessy, 87 of Spencer, Iowa went to his eternal home January 4, 2014. He was born August 15,1926 in Renwick, Iowa, the 4th child of Samuel and Signed Marie {Holm} Klaessy. The family moved to Spencer in 1937. He graduated from Spencer High School in 1943. Earl spent one year…

August 15, 1926 - January 4, 2014

Thelma Grace Baysinger

Thelma Grace Baysinger, the daughter of Charles and McGreta Freeland Breyfogle, was born January 11, 1921 in Primghar, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Primghar where she received her early education. On September 20, 1941, Thelma married Cyral Alphonso Baysinger in South Sioux City,…

January 11, 1921 - January 2, 2014

Helen Louise Oglesby

Helen Louise Oglesby, the daughter of William and Dorothy (Hesebeck) Hattendorf, was born April 8, 1936 in Ocheyedan, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Harris, Iowa, where she received her education graduating from Harris High School. Helen married Leon Carl Oglesby on April 28,…

April 8, 1936 - December 31, 2013

Edna Emma Lundquist

Edna Emma Lundquist, the daughter of Roy and Meta (Massmann) Meyer, Sr., was born on August 18, 1936 in Paullina, IA. The family moved to Hartley where she received her early education and graduated from Hartley High School. Following high school, she moved to Spencer where she worked at…

August 18, 1936 - December 27, 2013

Wilhelmine 'Willie' Taylor

Wilhelmine "Willie" Taylor, age 83, of Spencer passed away on Friday, December 27, 2013 at Avera McKennan Hospital in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Willie was born in Galva, Iowa, on April 20, 1930 to Rasmus P. and Anne S. Rasmussen of Galva, Iowa. The family then moved to rural Everly…

April 20, 1930 - December 27, 2013

Thomas Elsworth Phillips

Thomas Elsworth Phillips, the son of Elsworth and Barbara (Bauer) Phillips, was born May 19, 1941, on the family homestead near Linn Grove, Iowa. He received his education at Rossie Community School, graduating in 1959 as class valedictorian. Tom entered the U. S. Army in 1962, and was…

May 19, 1941 - December 24, 2013

Douglas W. Pingel

Douglas William Pingel, the son of William and Carrie (Ware) Pingel, was born July 1, 1942, in Cherokee, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Primghar, Iowa, where he received his early education and attended Primghar High School. He then attended a mechanic school in Kansas City. Doug spent…

July 1, 1942 - December 20, 2013

Meta Joss

Meta E. Joss passed away Wednesday December 18,2013 at Sioux Care Center. Death was of natural causes. Meta [Pensel] Joss was born in Cape Girardeau, Missouri on February 1,1922. She was united in marriage to Charles C. Joss of Cedar Rapids, Iowa on November 10,1944. From this…

February 1, 1922 - December 18, 2013

Donna Lee Hansen

Donna Lee Hansen, the daughter of Thomas and Mildred (Simpson) Beedle, was born May 26, 1944, in Sioux Rapids, IA. Her childhood years were spent on farms near Sioux Rapids, Marathon and Laurens, Iowa, where she attended Cornell Elementary School and later attended and graduated from…

May 26, 1944 - December 16, 2013

May Violet Josephine Barry

May Violet Josephine Barry, the daughter of Karl and Betty Truellson Raymond, was born January 8, 1915 in Fort Dodge, Iowa. As a young child she moved to Holdrege, NE where she received her early education and graduated from High School. May married Roger Carlos Barry on January 25, 1937,…

January 8, 1915 - December 16, 2013

Glenn Neve

Glenn Eldon Neve, the son of George and Christina (Hansen) Neve, was born June 12, 1923 in Ringsted, IA. His childhood years were spent in Ringsted, where he received his education, graduating from Ringsted High School. He attended Ohio University and Dana College where he received his BA degree. …

June 12, 1923 - December 14, 2013

Laura Lee Bendlin

Laura Lee Cunningham, the daughter of Clifford And Wilma (Prall) Cunningham, was born on August 18, 1948, in Des Moines, Iowa. She attended school in Des Moines and graduated from Roosevelt High School in 1966. She met Larry Bendlin in the summer of 1966 at the Roof Gardens. They were…

August 18, 1948 - December 13, 2013

June 13, 1920 - December 13, 2013

Virgil 'Butch' Severeid

Virgil "Butch" Severeid, the son of Arnold and Etta (Sowden) Severeid, was born February 11, 1941, in Tyler, MN. He was raised on a farm by Lake Wilson, MN, and later moved into Lake Wilson where he received his education. Butch married Darlene Meyer on May 26, 1973, in Sioux Falls,…

February 11, 1941 - December 12, 2013

Donald Andrew Edwardson

Donald Andrew Edwardson was born February 20, 1936, in Sioux Rapids, Iowa, to Carl and Julia (Wilbur) Edwardson. He attended and graduated from the Sioux Rapids schools in 1955. Don spent his entire life in the Sioux Rapids area farming and raising purebred Hampshire pigs. He exhibited…

February 20, 1936 - December 11, 2013

Miriam Roberta Eaton

Miriam Roberta Eaton, the daughter of Clarence and Anna (Heisler) Eaton, was born on June 5, 1930, in Spencer, Iowa. She was raised and received her early education in Dickens until the 8th grade, when the family moved to Sheldon where she finished her education graduating in 1948. …

June 5, 1930 - December 10, 2013

Patricia Mae Devereaux

Patricia Mae Devereaux, the daughter of Theodore and Helen (Lampman) Lilly, was born August 29, 1940, in Storm Lake, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Albert City, IA, where she received her education, graduating from Albert City High School in 1958. Following her schooling, she worked…

August 29, 1940 - December 9, 2013

Eva Leonard

Eva Blanche Leonard, the daughter of John and Blanche (Bowles) Albert, was born on December 30, 1909, in Primghar, Iowa. She attended school in Primghar and after her graduation there, she taught country school until she married Samuel H. Leonard on February 22, 1929. Following their…

December 30, 1909 - December 8, 2013

Robert Frank Mills

Robert Frank Mills, the son of John Noel Mills and Rose Mary (Underburg) Mills, was born April 25, 1941 in Webster County, Iowa. Bob passed away at the Community Memorial Health Center in Hartley, Iowa on Saturday, December 7, 2013 at the age of 72. He was preceded in death by his parents;…

April 25, 1941 - December 7, 2013

June 6, 1925 - December 7, 2013

Lois Elsie Rohrbaugh Maurer

Lois Elsie Rohrbaugh Maurer, the daughter of William and Hulda Ann (Westphal) Proehl, was born September 7, 1928, in Primghar, IA, where she spent her childhood years, and received her education in Archer, IA, graduating in 1946. On June 1, 1947, Lois was married to Robert Rohrbaugh. Following…

September 7, 1928 - December 6, 2013

Karen Ryan

Karen K. Miller was born August 27, 1940 in Council Bluffs, Iowa to Linn S. and Daisy G. Miller. She attended Thomas Jefferson High School in Council Bluffs where she graduated third in her class. She then attended Northwest Missouri State College in Maryville, MO earning a bachelors degree,…

August 27, 1940 - December 4, 2013

Karen Glee Myers

Karen Glee Myers, the daughter of Harvey and Evelyn McDonald Eldridge, was born May 4, 1938 on a farm near Graettinger. She received her early education and graduated from the Graettinger High School. On August 24, 1957, Karen married William Myers. She lived and farmed her entire life in…

May 4, 1938 - December 4, 2013

Service of Remembrance 2013

Approximately 155 people attended our Candlelight Service of Remembrance Program held Monday, December 2, 2013 at the First Christian Church in Spencer. We would like to thank all those for their attendance and also would like to thank those who participated in the service including: Hospice of…

December 2, 2012 - December 2, 2013

Clara Emma Wieben

Clara Emma Wieben, the daughter of Thomas and Maude Caskey Pettit was born August 5, 1917 in Everly, IA. Her childhood years were spent on the farm, before moving to town. Clara married Leonard LeClair on October 19, 1935. They later divorced. She later married Albert Wieben on August 5, 1952.…

August 5, 1917 - December 2, 2013

Madeleine Greer

Madeleine Collester Greer, 93, died suddenly and peacefully at home in Spencer, Iowa, on December 1, 2013. She was born on March 12, 1920, to Dr. Charles C. and Mrs. Ethel L. Collester. After graduating from Spencer High School, Madeleine went on to graduate from the University of Iowa,…

March 12, 1920 - December 1, 2013

Roger Alan Greiner

Roger Alan Greiner, the son of Roy and Helen Kladstup was born April 12, 2013 in Correctionville, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Correctionville area where he attended school, graduating from Correctionville High School in 1954. He enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1955 and served until…

April 12, 1935 - December 1, 2013

Kenneth Thomas Pettit

Kenneth Thomas Pettit, the son of Kenneth Elden and Violet Florence (Hodges)Pettit, was born in England on January 11, 1946. The family moved to Northwest Iowa when he was a baby and he has been here ever since. Kenneth worked part-time jobs throughout his life. He worked at Hartley…

January 11, 1946 - November 29, 2013

Thomas Joseph Zittritsch

Thomas Joseph Zittritsch, the son of Eugene and Mildred (Penton) Zittritsch was born March 1, 1941, in Algona, IA. His childhood years were spent in Algona where he received his education, graduating from Algona High School in 1958. On June 24, 1958, Thomas married Beverly Ringsdorf…

March 1, 1941 - November 29, 2013

Mildred M. Beedle

Mildred Marcel Beedle was born on April 28, 1921 to Harry and Alta Johnson Simpson, the last of three daughters born to the family. Known throughout her life as 'Tootie' to her friends and family, she grew up in Spencer, IA with her parents and sisters, Florence and Evelyn, living only a few…

April 28, 1921 - November 27, 2013

Alice Ann Kehoe

Alice Ann Kehoe, the daughter of James and Leola (Frost) Stinogel, was born February 22, 1930, in Spirit Lake, IA. She received her education in Arnolds Park, graduating from high school in 1947. Following high school, Alice attended Wayne State Teacher's College for two years. She taught…

February 22, 1930 - November 27, 2013

September 24, 1920 - November 25, 2013

January 10, 1980 - November 24, 2013

Duane Ray Gustin

Duane Ray Gustin, the son of Archie and Mildred (Somers) Gustin, was born May 7, 1933 in Dickens, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Logan Township, where he received his early education in Rosebud country school near Gillett Grove. He completed his early education, graduating from…

May 7, 1933 - November 23, 2013

Tom K Hickerson

Tom K Hickerson, 73, passed away peacefully at Lakes Regional Healthcare, Spirit Lake, IA, on November 19, 2013. Tom was born in Des Moines, IA on September 22, 1940 to Wilson and Roberta Reynolds Hickerson. Tom graduated in1958 from Theodore Roosevelt High School, Des Moines. He was a high…

September 22, 1940 - November 19, 2013

Gladys 'Babe' Irene Mills

Gladys 'Babe' Irene Mills, the daughter of Raymond and Maude (Riednour) Bliss, was born July 22, 1922 in Battle Creek, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Battle Creek, where she received her education, graduating from Battle Creek High School in 1940. Babe married Burton Warntjes…

July 22, 1922 - November 19, 2013

Mary Angela DeZeeuw

Mary Angela DeZeeuw, the daughter of Harold and Florence (Bultena) Hammerstrom, was born February 10, 1956 in Sioux Rapids, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Orange City, where she received her education, graduating from Maurice-Orange City High School in 1974. After high school, she…

February 10, 1956 - November 16, 2013

Arnold Ray Sebby

Arnold Ray Sebby, the son of Reuben and Goldie (Louderback) Sebby, was born April 9, 1926, in Lakefield, MN. His childhood years were spent in Lakefield where he received his education. Following his schooling, he entered the military on April 17, 1943, serving in the U.S. Navy in the…

April 9, 1926 - November 14, 2013

Duane Reynolds Lawrence

Duane "Dewey" Reynolds Lawrence, the son of Cleon Wesley and Rachel Olive (Reynolds) Lawrence, was born March 22, 1924 in Montevideo, MN. His childhood years were spent near Doon, Iowa, where he received his education, graduating from Doon High School. After his schooling, he entered the…

March 22, 1924 - November 13, 2013

July 6, 1973 - November 10, 2013

Bruce Alan Fick

Bruce Alan Fick, the son of Norman and Ruth (Ficken) Fick, was born December 6, 1960 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer, where he received his education, graduating from Spencer High School in 1979. Following his schooling, he entered the military and served with…

December 6, 1960 - November 10, 2013

Frederick 'Fritz' Wagner Sr.

Frederick "Fritz" Aaron Wagner, Sr., the son of Wesley and Gladys (Salton) Wagner was born May 17, 1933 in Laurens, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Ruthven, IA area where he attended country school and graduated from Ruthven High School. Fritz enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and…

May 17, 1933 - November 8, 2013

Lawrence Floyd Osborn

Lawrence Floyd Osborn, the son of William Floyd and Rose (Sangl) Osborn, was born on September 30, 1919 in Jackson County, MN. He was raised and attended country school in Jackson County. After his schooling, he was drafted into the military on May 27, 1942, serving in the U.S. Army. He…

September 30, 1919 - November 8, 2013

Norman Clarence Johnson

Norman Clarence Johnson, the son of Clarence and Edith Rankin Johnson, was born October 14, 1941 in Slayton, MN. His childhood years were spent in the Slayton area. He attended school in Tracy, MN. Norman married Joyce Holl on April 20, 1963 in Currie, MN. They moved to Milford, IA in…

October 14, 1941 - November 5, 2013

Colleen Marie Hart

Colleen Marie Hart, the daughter of Joseph and Elsie (Gummo) Erickson, was born February 10, 1928 in Galva, Iowa. Colleen grew up in Schaller. At the age of 8, following the death of her parents, she moved to Sioux Rapids to live with her Aunt Ellen and Uncle Al Turnquist and she received her…

February 10, 1928 - November 5, 2013

Janice 'Jan' Mae Kirkwood

Jan was born to Martin and Alma (Myhre) Ostrem at home in rural Vernon County, Wisconsin on March 14th, 1932. She attended country grade school, after completion she attended high school in Viroqua for her Freshman year and then graduated from Westby High School in 1949. After completing…

March 14, 1932 - November 5, 2013

Judy Kay Hanna

Judy Kay Hanna, the daughter of Vernie and Helma (Schager) Hofsommer, was born July 26, 1944 in Des Moines, Iowa. Her early childhood years were spent in Spencer, IA, where she received her education, graduating from Spencer High School. Judy married Harlan Hanna on October 28,…

July 26, 1944 - November 4, 2013

Neoma Elsie Lange

Neoma Elsie Lange, the daughter of Frederick and Claudia (Dannatt) Buck, was born August 1, 1916, in Milford, IA. She received her early education in Milford, later graduating from Milford High School. Neoma married Herbert William Lange on August 23, 1933, in Sisseton, SD. They made…

August 1, 1916 - November 1, 2013

Carl Harold Carlson

Harold Carlson, the son of Oscar and Marie Gomer Carlson, was born February 20, 1929, on a farm near Truesdale, Iowa. Harold received his education and graduated from Albert City High School where he enjoyed playing basketball and football. Following his schooling, Harold entered the United…

February 20, 1929 - October 27, 2013

Suzanne Zahrt Edington

Suzanne Zahrt Edington, the daughter of Fred and Rachel Roberts Zahrt was born April 23, 1940 in Spencer, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Rossie, IA area, where she graduated from Greenville-Rossie High School. After graduating she studied lab-tech at Northwestern Institute of…

April 23, 1940 - October 27, 2013

Jacqueline 'Jackie' Sorensen

Jackie Rachael Sorensen, the daughter of Omer and Marguerite Parks O'Hearn was born March 7, 1937 in Spencer, IA. She grew up in the Spencer area graduating from Spencer High School in 1954. She married Donald Sorensen on April 7, 1958 in Riverside, CA. They later divorced. Jackie…

March 7, 1937 - October 27, 2013

Mary Marietta Centner

Mary Marietta Centner, the daughter of Teddy and Anna May Pettijohn Roorda, was born February 25, 1923, near Jeffers, MN. She was raised around Sheldon and Melvin and received her early education in country schools. On November 17, 1941, Mary married Vernon Roy Centner in Worthington, MN. …

February 25, 1923 - October 22, 2013

Thomas Leon Clarken

Thomas Clarken, the son of Delamar Leroy and Evelyn Lucille (Brown) Clarken, was born on March 20, 1945 in Estherville, Iowa. He started School in Lakefield, MN and moved to Webb in 1954, where he graduated from South Clay in 1964. After graduation, He moved to Fort Dodge where he worked…

March 20, 1945 - October 20, 2013

Stacy LeAnn Carrillo

Stacy LeAnn Carrillo, the daughter of Joe and Kay (Knudsen) Brackett, was born on July 10, 1965, in Sioux City, Iowa. She was raised and attended school in Sioux City. On October 12, 1984, Stacy married Jose De Jesus Carillo in Sioux City. To this union three children were born: Kayla,…

July 10, 1965 - October 19, 2013

Madora Arlene (Jeppson) Peterson

Madora Arlene (Jeppson) Peterson, the daughter of Joseph and Gertrude (Jorgenson) Johnson, was born January 15, 1920 in Eagle Grove, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Eagle Grove, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Eagle Grove High School. Madora married Roy…

January 15, 1920 - October 14, 2013

Chase Thomas Caswell

Chase Thomas Caswell was born on May 19, 1993 to Paul and Becky (Polzin) Caswell at the Windom Area Hospital. He was baptized at Trinity Lutheran Church in Jeffers, MN on June 27, 1993 and later confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church in Spencer, IA on May 13, 2007. Chase received his education…

May 19, 1993 - October 14, 2013

Dr. Carl Robert Kitchen

Carl Robert Kitchen, the son of Clyde and Abbie (Acker) Kitchen, was born November 10, 1916, in Cass County, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Carroll, Iowa, where he graduated from high school in 1936. He graduated in June 1940, from Illinois College of Optometry. Carl had an…

November 10, 1916 - October 14, 2013

Karen Elaine Quist

Karen Elaine Quist, the daughter of John P. and Josephine Maurer Stouffer, was born February 27, 1942 in Spencer, Iowa. Her early education was received in Spencer and graduated in 1960 from the Spencer High School. Karen married Marvin Blaine Quist on June 21, 1960, in Glenwood, MN. They…

February 27, 1942 - October 12, 2013

Carolee Hermine Craven

Carolee Hermine Craven, the daughter of Harry and Kathie (Hansen) Blaue, was born September 27, 1934 in Cherokee, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent near Royal, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Royal High School. Her adult life was spent in Sutherland, Iowa,…

September 27, 1934 - October 11, 2013

Bobby 'Bob' Darwin O'Hara

Bobby Darwin O'Hara, the son of Maynard and Elizabeth O'Hara, was born December 7, 1929 in Beaver Dam, WI. He received his early education in Spencer and graduated from the Spencer High School in 1948. He then continued his education at Wayne College in Nebraska. While in high school and…

December 7, 1929 - October 10, 2013

Ralph Nord

Ralph Vincent Nord, the son of Ernest and Beda Swenson Nord was born January 23, 1916 in Evanston, IL. His childhood years were spent in the Chicago area where he graduated high school. Ralph worked as for Com-Ed, an electric company in Chicago, IL for 46 years. He married Velma Ross in…

January 23, 1916 - October 10, 2013

J. Joan Waggie

Jessie Joan (Jo) Waggie, the daughter of Lee and Mimi (Nissen) Campbell, was born April 6, 1926 in Hopkinton, Iowa. Almost all of her life was spent in Spencer, Iowa, where she attended Spencer schools, graduating from Spencer High School in 1944. She continued her education at ILCC and…

April 6, 1926 - October 8, 2013

Bernadine Ione Mead

Bernadine Ione Mead, the daughter of Gilbert and Edyth (Kirsch) Wilbur, was born on December 18, 1928, near Gillett Grove, IA. She was raised in the area and attended schools in Linn Grove and Sioux Rapids and then graduating from high school in Laurens. On June 11, 1946, Bernadine…

December 18, 1928 - October 6, 2013

Catherine Rose Stoll

Catherine Rose Stoll, the daughter of Oliver William and Mary (Rausch) Terry, was born October 13, 1913 in Sutherland, Iowa. Her early childhood years were spent in Sutherland until her family moved to Spencer, Iowa when she was a young child. Catherine received her education in Spencer…

October 13, 1913 - October 5, 2013

March 25, 1933 - September 25, 2013

Robert Arthur Eninger

Robert 'Doc' Arthur Eninger, the son of Keith and Rose (Svec) Eninger, was born August 19, 1922, in Middle Inlet, Wisconsin. When he was young his family moved to a farm outside Spencer, Iowa. He graduated from Spencer High School in 1939 and from Iowa State University with a Veterinary of…

August 19, 1922 - September 23, 2013

Thomas Joe Lachner

Thomas Joe Lachner, the son of Charles and Maida Sanders Lachner was born November 25, 1955 in Spencer, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Spencer area where he attended school, graduating from Spencer High School in 1974. Tom joined the U.S. Navy and served for 4 years before his…

November 25, 1955 - September 23, 2013

Karle 'Kay' H.Breidinger

Karle 'Kay' H. Breidinger, the daughter of Calvert James and Julia Caroline (Shaw) Mitchell, was born November 5, 1916 on a farm near Cornell, Iowa. She received her education and graduated from high school in Sioux Rapids, IA. After graduation she worked in Spencer as a nanny for the Tangney…

November 5, 1916 - September 22, 2013

Elmer Adrian Dykstra

Elmer Adrian Dykstra, the son of Adrian 'Ed' and Dorothy Dykstra, was born March 12, 1929 in Dalton, SD. They moved to a farm northwest of Everly in 1934, where he received his education at Waterford Country School and graduated from Everly High School in 1946. His devotion to the Everly…

March 12, 1929 - September 20, 2013

Danny Paul 'Chipper' Ables

Danny Paul "Chipper" Ables, the son of Paul and Josephine (Morris) Ables, was born December 21, 1951 in Elyria, Ohio. His childhood years were spent in the Elyria, Ohio area, where he received his education, graduating in 1971. Chipper was a trucker all of his adult life and lived in…

December 21, 1951 - September 16, 2013

Darrel Dean Malm

Darrel Dean Malm, the son of Victor and Jenny (Crone) Malm, was born on September 28, 1929, in Ruthven, Iowa. He was raised by Elk Lake and received his early education attending country school in Wild Rose Township and then high school in Gillett Grove, graduating in 1947. Following school,…

September 28, 1929 - September 15, 2013

Darrell Boger

Darrell James Boger, was born August 12, 1943, in Denison, Iowa, to the late Loretta Boger. He attended school at Westside and later in Denison. At the age of 54, he completed his GED. He worked for Marvin Jeschke, later went to work at Farmbest, which later became Farmland Meatpack, for about…

August 12, 1943 - September 15, 2013

Wanda Fernn Steward

Wanda Fernn Steward, the daughter of Warn and Susie Hayes Goodin was born June 16, 1924 near Elkader, IA in Clayton County. She graduated from Marathon High School, and then attended Upper Iowa University in Fayette, IA. Wanda married Johnnie Steward on July 17, 1943 in Elk Point, SD.…

June 16, 1924 - September 13, 2013

Marjorie Evelyn Guerttman

Marjorie Evelyn Guerttman, the daughter of Wesley and Genevieve Plaine Louter, was born February 7, 1922, in Spencer, Iowa. Marjorie received her early education at the Riverton Township Country School and later graduated from the Spencer High School in 1939. Marjorie married Richard Holiday…

February 7, 1922 - September 12, 2013

John Metcalfe

John Metcalfe, son of James and Dorice Whatmuff Metcalfe was born November 21, 1928 in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. He spent his childhood in Canada before getting his GED. He attended the University of Missouri and graduated with honors from Park College in Kansas. John served in the…

November 21, 1928 - September 10, 2013

Robert 'Bob' George Speed

Robert 'Bob' George Speed, the son of Bert George and Ethel May (Parsons) Speed, was born May 30, 1934 on a farm near Gillett Grove, IA. His childhood years were spent on the farm near Webb, IA, where he received his education graduating from Webb High School. Following his schooling, he…

May 30, 1934 - September 8, 2013

James Burdette Wittrock

James Burdette Wittrock, the son of Edward and Annetta (Troxel) Wittrock, was born April 5, 1927 in Hartley, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Sutherland area, until moving to the family farm south of Hartley on March 2, 1942. He finished his education in Hartley, graduating from…

April 5, 1927 - September 3, 2013

Richard 'Ric' Ralph Poulsen

Richard 'Ric' Ralph Poulsen was born March 27, 1949 in Sioux City, IA. His early years were spent on a farm near Hubbard, NE. Ric attended a one-room country school in the Emerson-Hubbard school district. The family moved to Spencer, IA in 1964, where he graduated from high school in 1967. He…

March 27, 1949 - September 1, 2013

Jack Francis Crabtree

Jack Francis Crabtree, the son of Floyd Harold and Helena (Fessenden) Crabtree, was born July 10, 1923 in Mason City, IA. His childhood years were spent in Mason City, where he received his education, graduating from Mason City High School. Following his schooling, he entered the military…

July 10, 1923 - September 1, 2013

William George Flint

William George Flint, the son of George Henry and Elizabeth Marie Bertha (Stanz) Flint, was born January 3, 1934, on a farm near Langdon, Iowa. He received his early education attending a country school, later graduating from Spencer High School. Bill married Jeanette Anderson and to…

January 3, 1934 - August 30, 2013

Clifford Edwin Warren

Clifford Edwin Warren, the son of LeRoy Chester and Gladys May Ferguson Warren, was born June 10, 1933 on a farm in Spencer. Cliff received his early education from country schools around Ruthven and Dickens. He entered the United States Army in 1951 serving during the Korean War until his…

June 10, 1933 - August 30, 2013

Peggy Leslie

Peggy Ann Leslie was born March 2, 1931 to Adolph Mangels and Ella Hirt Mangels. Her childhood was spent in Hartley, IA where she worked at Reds Cafe and the theatre After graduation she traveled to California where she stayed with her sisters for several months. Upon returning home she…

March 2, 1931 - August 28, 2013

Grace Handy

Grace Evelyn Handy, the daughter of Joseph and Della Cook Cottrell, was born January 26, 1938 in Palm Springs, CA. She received her early education and graduated from high school in California. On February 20, 1954, Grace married Darrell Handy in Tiajuana, Mexico. Following their marriage,…

January 26, 1938 - August 27, 2013

Wilson John Henriquez

infant son of Wilson "Alex" and Katrina (Heller) Henriquez SURVIVING FAMILY PARENTS: Wilson Alexander Henriquez and Katrina Cherie Heller/Long of Spencer, IA SIBLINGS: Blake Allen Heller (16), Isaiah Victor Henriquez (4) and Jacob Alexander Henriquez (2) all of Spencer, IA MATERNAL…

August 26, 2013 - August 26, 2013

Doris Ann Bliek

Doris Ann Bliek, the daughter of Robert and Pearl Perkins Marble was born February 4, 1955 in Spencer, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Spencer area, where she attended school. Doris married Ronald Bliek, they later divorced. She moved to Council Bluffs, where she worked at…

February 4, 1955 - August 25, 2013

Patricia Donna Barry

Patricia Donna Barry, the daughter of Don A. and Eldora (Raymond) Barry, was born May 3, 1939 at the Spencer Hospital in Spencer, Iowa. Patricia grew up on a farm near Sutherland, where she attended country school and then high school in Sutherland, Iowa, graduating in 1957. Following…

May 3, 1939 - August 21, 2013

George Kevin Selzer

George Kevin Selzer, the son of George and Irma (Blackmer) Selzer, was born June 19, 1925 on a farm near Royal, Iowa. His childhood years were spent on a farm near Everly, where he received his education, later graduating from Spencer High School, where he excelled in track and field. After…

June 19, 1925 - August 21, 2013

March 31, 1930 - August 20, 2013

Darlene Wilma Cook

Darlene Wilma Cook, the daughter of Cy and Carrie (Lund) Roemeling, was born May 10, 1935 in Adrian, MN. Her childhood years were spent in Adrian, where she received her education, graduating from Adrian High School. Following her schooling, she worked as a waitress. Darlene married…

May 10, 1935 - August 19, 2013

Daisy May Cottrell Weaver

Daisy May Cottrell Weaver, a longtime resident of Shenandoah, Iowa and Spencer, Iowa, passed away peacefully in her sleep on August 18, 2013. Daisy was born near Imogene, Iowa to Willis and Veronica Cottrell on February 5, 1917. She attended a country school near Imogene. Her favorite memory was…

February 5, 1917 - August 18, 2013

Floyd Bailey King

Floyd Bailey King, the son of Silas and Grace Bailey King, was born December 24, 1921 in rural Dickens, Iowa. Floyd was raised on a farm south of Dickens, and attended country school a half mile from his home. He attended Dickens High School in his 9th and 10th grades and then switched to…

December 24, 1921 - August 16, 2013

Esther Lillian Prange

Esther Lillian Prange was born April 3, 1920, to Harry and Tracy Vander Schaaf on a farm near Doon, IA. In 1926, the family moved to Hull, IA. After graduating from the public school, she worked in the local cafe. Esther married Gerrit Prange on December 9, 1944. After his discharge, he…

April 3, 1920 - August 15, 2013

Jim Reed

James 'Jim' Keith Reed, the son of George and Rosamond (Deegan) Reed, was born November 9, 1931 in Sioux Rapids, Iowa. His childhood years were spent on a farm near Peterson, where he received his early education, graduating from Peterson High School. He later received his BA degree from…

November 9, 1931 - August 10, 2013

Betty Bell Stoeber

Betty Bell (Sargent) Stoeber was born April 25, 1923 in Beresford SD, Union County at home about 30 minutes after twin sister, Bessy Ann. Her parents were Royal Morrison Sargent and Bessie Edythe Cox. She moved with her parents to McAllen, TX, when she was in 7th grade and she graduated from…

April 25, 1923 - August 5, 2013

Fern Geneviene Heick Benner

Fern Genevieve Heick Benner, the daughter of John Peter and Alma Marion (Subcleff) Heick, was born December 3, 1921 in Peterson, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Peterson, where she received her education, graduating from Peterson High School in 1940. Fern married Arlin E. Hintz…

December 3, 1921 - August 4, 2013

Julie Carpenter

Julie Lynn Carpenter, the daughter of Roger and Sandy Wieneke Carpenter was born March 8, 1969 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Spencer and Estherville, IA area where she attended school and graduated from Estherville High School. Julie married Greg Elmore on…

March 8, 1969 - August 3, 2013

Kayleen Rose

Kayleen Pearlu Rose, the daughter of C.E. and Pearl Ramona Arnold McCarney, was born May 13, 1934, in Redfield, SD. Kayleen spent her early years in Yankton, SD, but also spent time in Rawlins, WY, and Vallejo, CA. The family moved to Spencer, IA, in 1944, and stayed until 1949 when they…

May 13, 1934 - August 2, 2013

Jane Minogue Rice

Jane Minogue Rice, the daughter of Fred and Kathrine DeLano Minogue, was born November 30, 1912 in Fort Dodge, Iowa. Jane received her early education and graduated from Fort Dodge High School. Jane attended junior college in Fort Dodge for two years and graduated from Parsons College with a…

November 30, 1912 - July 30, 2013

Marv Amick

Marv Laverne Amick, the son of D.J. 'Al' and Donna (Hamrick) Albers, was born July 11, 1950, in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Jamestown, ND, where he received his education, graduating from Jamestown High School. Marv later continued his education at a Christian College in…

July 11, 1950 - July 29, 2013

Glen 'Ken' Kenneth Edge

Glen Kenneth Edge, 90, died comfortably at the home he shared with his daughter, Stephanie, in Kentucky, on July 29, 2013. Ken was born June 05, 1923 in Estherville, Iowa, to Margaret Louise Brown and John Wesley Edge. A World War II veteran, he served his country for many years, active in the Army…

June 5, 1923 - July 29, 2013

Marlys Hazel Vanderhoff

Marlys Hazel Vanderhoff, the daughter of Henry and Irene (Gilling) Junker, was born on September 11, 1945 in Mountain Lake, MN. She was raised and received her early education in St. James, MN. Following graduation, She moved to Spencer and started working at Rexall Drug Store. On…

September 11, 1945 - July 28, 2013

Dale Nellis

Dale Nellis, the son of Merle and Helen (Baumeister) Nellis was born on March 3, 1933 on the family farm near Hartley, IA. He received his early education by attending country school in the Milford & Hartley area, graduating from Hartley High School in 1952. Following high school, he…

March 3, 1933 - July 25, 2013

Joel Allen Jackson

Joel Allen Jackson, the son of Joe and Jane (Richmond) Jackson, was born October 13, 1953 in Clinton, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Clinton, where he received his education, graduating from Clinton High School. He continued his education a Northwest Iowa Technical College in Sheldon,…

October 13, 1953 - July 22, 2013

Kyle Douglas Lachner

In Lieu of flowers, a memorial has been set up in Kyle's name. Kyle Douglas Lachner, the son of Curt and Michelle (Otkin) Lachner, was born December 8, 1997, in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer and he had completed his freshman year of high school in both Spencer…

December 8, 1997 - July 21, 2013

Ione Christine Osterson

of Hartley formerly of Spencer. Ione Christine Osterson, the daughter of Christ and Lillie (Newkirk) Peters, was born May 16, 1921 in Hartley, Iowa. She received her education in Hartley. Christine moved to Spencer in 1937, where she made her home. She was a member of First English…

May 16, 1921 - July 17, 2013

Marjorie Elaine McCann

Marjorie Elaine McCann, the daughter of Julius and Olma Seaman Phillips was born January 21, 1937 in Sioux City, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Laurens, IA area where she graduated from Laurens High School before attending Morningside College in Sioux City, IA. Marjorie…

January 21, 1937 - July 5, 2013

Chris Irvin Woodall

Sutherland, IA

Chris Irvin Woodall, the son of Phillip and Lena (Toft) Woodall, was born on November 19, 1925, on a farm near Royal. Chris attended elementary school at Clay Center #5 country school and graduated in 1943 from Royal High School. This summer was the celebration of Chris' 70th class reunion.…

November 19, 1925 - July 5, 2013

Donald Dobbins

Donald Ralph Dobbins, son of Ernest Alonso and Iva (Needham) Dobbins, was born February 27, 1923 on the family farm south of Emmetsburg, Iowa where he spent his childhood. This is where he received his early education and then he and his older brother, Harry, left school to enlist in the service. …

February 27, 1923 - July 4, 2013

Delmar Clarken

Delmar Clarken, the son of John Owen and Myrtle Daisy Haggard Clarken, was born March 21, 1920 in Vincent, Iowa. He was raised in Webster County and attended school at Colfax No. 1 and Ducomb High School. He was united in marriage to Evelyn Lucille Brown on May 4, 1940 in Dows, Iowa. …

March 21, 1920 - July 4, 2013

Verla Hintz

Verla Hintz, the daughter of William and LuWanda Hein Grapenthin, was born August 12, 1936 in Hartley, Iowa. Verla grew up in the communities of Hartley, May City, Sheldon and Spencer where she had received her early education. Verla married Everett Raymond Hintz on March 31, 1956, in…

August 12, 1936 - July 2, 2013

Keith Tesch

Melvin Keith Tesch, Jr., son of Melvin Karl and Dorothy (Dobbertin/Haht) Tesch, was born March 27, 1950 on the family farm northwest of Paullina, Iowa, where he spent his childhood. After confirmation in Germantown, Iowa and graduation from Paullina High School in 1968 he spent time in Estherville,…

March 27, 1950 - June 30, 2013

Terry Lyn Peters

Terry Lyn Peters, the son of Earl and Inez (Friedrichsen) Peters, was born on September 18, 1948, in Hartley, IA. He was baptized and confirmed at the United Church of Christ in Hartley. He received his early education at the grade school in Moneta and then went on to high school in Everly…

September 18, 1948 - June 29, 2013

Robert Wiese

Robert Duane Wiese, the son of Amos and Thelma Weiland Wiese was born on May 7, 1952 in Davenport, Iowa. He moved several times as a child before graduating from Hartley High School, in Hartley, Iowa. Robert enjoyed his dogs, camping, boating and fishing. He also enjoyed being with…

May 7, 1952 - June 29, 2013

Phyllis June Tibbetts

Phyllis June Tibbetts, the daughter of George and Meta Jensen Brandt, was born June 13, 1925, at Brook Township, Peterson, Iowa. She graduated from Brook Consolidated School in 1943. Phyllis continued her education graduating with a Nursing Degree from St. Joseph's College of Nursing in Sioux…

June 13, 1925 - June 21, 2013

Bonnie Bernice Markley

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be given to Willoway Heights, 'Deck Fund', Sutherland, Iowa. Bonnie Bernice (Morris) Markley, the daughter of Charles and Susan (Walters) Morris was born on July 19, 1923 in St. Joseph, Missouri. She was one of six children born to the family.…

July 19, 1923 - June 19, 2013

Ronald LeRoy Berkenpas

Ronald LeRoy Berkenpas, the son of Leonard and Anna Marie (Scholten) Berkenpas, was born December 1, 1940 in Seney, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Alton, Iowa, where he received his education, graduating from Alton High School. Ron married Sharon Anderson on December 29, 1963 in…

December 1, 1940 - June 16, 2013

Bonnie Lee Marilyn (Peterson) Carpenter

Bonnie Lee Marilyn (Peterson) Carpenter passed forward to her heavenly life on June 15, 2013 at Springfield Regional Hospital, Springfield, Ohio. Bonnie was born on August 12, 1928 in Cedar Falls, Iowa, to Harry and Cecile Peterson. She was baptized at Trinity Lutheran Church in Pomeroy,…

August 12, 1928 - June 15, 2013

Jon Klaus Davies

Jon Klaus Davies, the son of Ronald and Johanna (Klaus) Davies, was born August 7, 1942, in Jackson, MN. His childhood years were spent in Jackson where he received his education, graduating from Jackson High School. Following his schooling, he entered the military and served with the U. S.…

August 7, 1942 - June 15, 2013

Florence Genevieve Root

Florence Genevieve Root, the 10th child of Swan and Amanda Vigert Olson, was born February 4, 1916, near Ayrshire, IA. She grew up on the farm, receiving her education in the area, and graduating with the class of 1933 at Silver Lake High School. On January 6, 1937, in Sioux Falls, SD,…

February 4, 1916 - June 14, 2013

Randy Woolery

Randy Gene Woolery, the son of Esley 'Earl' and Charlotte (Wilkie) Woolery, was born September 1, 1954 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in and around the Spencer area where he received his education, graduating from Spencer High School in 1972. He worked as a mechanic at…

September 1, 1954 - June 9, 2013

DuWayne Erb

DuWayne Samuel Erb, the son of Leonard and Scelora (Jones) Erb, was born on May 24, 1923, in Wessington, SD. At a young age, the family moved to Bayard, Iowa, where he was raised and received his early education. On May 28, 1942, DuWayne married Wilma Garnes in St. Joseph, Missouri.…

May 24, 1923 - June 8, 2013

Wynona Helen Johannsen

Wynona Helen Johannsen, the daughter of Albert and Louise (Backhaus) Block, was born July 27, 1916, in Davis, SD. Her childhood years were spent in Lenox, SD, where she received her education, graduating from Lenox High School. Wynona married LuVerne Jennings on April 11, 1937, and to…

July 27, 1916 - June 5, 2013

Evelyn Violet Guthridge

Lieutenant Colonel (Retired) Evelyn Guthridge was born on March 10, 1936, in Correctionville, Iowa, and died on June 5, 2013, in San Antonio, Texas. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Edna Guthridge, and two brothers, Lewis and Roland. Survivors include her sister, Irene Bibler; her…

March 10, 1936 - June 5, 2013

Jean Anne Jackson

Jean Anne Jackson, the daughter of William J. and Mary (McCarville) Jackson, was born April 12, 1970, in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer where she received her education, graduating from Spencer High School in 1988. Following high school, she continued her education,…

April 12, 1970 - May 29, 2013

Percy Howard Toft

Percy H. Toft was born January 23, 1926 at Royal, Iowa. He received his education from the Royal Schools enlisting in the Navy just before graduation. He proudly served his country aboard the USS Whitney in WW II as an anti-aircraft gunner. On November 15, 1951 he was united in marriage…

January 23, 1926 - May 26, 2013

Gordon 'Bud' Russell Hill

Gordon 'Bud' Russell Hill, the son of Roy and Lillie (Gotschall) Hill, was born March 31, 1929 in Cherokee, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Sutherland, where he received his education, graduating from Sutherland Consolidated School. He played semi-pro football with the Sutherland…

March 31, 1929 - May 26, 2013

Lowell Eugene Dykshoorn

Lowell Eugene Dykshoorn, the son of Abe and Alice Dykshoorn was born February 8, 1928 in Corsica, SD. His childhood years were spent in the Corsica area where he attended school. Lowell married Nell Dekker and to this marriage 3 children were born. He owned and operated Lindsay Water…

February 8, 1928 - May 25, 2013

Helen Maxine Fitzloff-Vaa

Maxine, the daughter of Edd and Edith (Reardon) Olson, was born on her parent's farm south of Dickens, IA December 31, 1919. Her childhood years were spent on that farm and in Dickens with here grandparents, graduating from Dickens High School. After graduation she enjoyed working, having fun…

December 31, 1919 - May 24, 2013

David Lee Randle

David Lee Randle, the son of Omer Randle and Margaret Sutton Randle, was born January 1, 1959, in Mt. Ayr, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Sheridan, MO, area where he attended high school. David enjoyed camping, going to farm auctions, and especially spending time with his…

January 1, 1959 - May 24, 2013

Robert Lee Culbertson

Robert Lee Culbertson, the son of H. Lyal and Florence (Weist) Culbertson, was born May 5, 1930 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer, where he received his education, graduating from Spencer High School. Following high school, he attended Morningside College in Sioux City. …

May 5, 1930 - May 23, 2013

Ione Johnson

Ione Edna Johnson, the daughter of John and Alma (Petersen) Zaiser, was born in Harrison Township, Osceola County on a farm July 1, 1919. She grew up on the family farm with her sister and brother, attended country school and went on to further her education graduating from Hartley High School…

July 1, 1919 - May 23, 2013

Raymond Lester Johannsen

Raymond Lester Johannsen, the son of Herman and Ella Lahann Johannsen, was born September 4, 1913 on the family farm two miles north of Sutherland, Iowa. Raymond attended Grant #8 rural school and graduated from Sutherland High School in 1930. After graduation, he began farming and in 1936,…

September 4, 1913 - May 15, 2013

William Pierson

William Clarence Pierson, the son of Clarence William and Maxine (Lindahl) Pierson was born on September 13, 1931 in Minneapolis, MN. His childhood years were spent there, where he received his early education graduating from high school. He then attended the University of Minnesota for a…

September 13, 1931 - May 14, 2013

Allen Albert Coughenour

Allen Albert Coughenour, the son of Freeman and Marie (Gloetzel) Coughenour, was born April 22, 1920 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer, where he received his education graduating from Spencer High School in 1938. Following his schooling, he entered the military and…

April 22, 1920 - May 13, 2013

Betty Louise Janssen

Betty Louise Janssen, the daughter of Eugene and Henrietta (Bickford) Seymour, was born on July 11, 1928 in Snohomish, WA. She received her early education there where she graduated from high school in 1947. Betty married Everett Janssen in Everett, WA. She spent most of her adult life…

July 11, 1928 - May 13, 2013

Rozanne Yvette Berry Polson

Rozanne Yvette Loux, daughter of Richard Loux and Patricia Boyle, was born on September 2, 1955 in Fort Dodge, Iowa. She was raised on the family farm outside of Clarion where she went to school and graduated in 1973. Rozanne married Mark Willard in 1973 and together they had a daughter,…

September 2, 1955 - May 10, 2013

Earl Junior Taylor

Earl Junior Taylor the son of Bayard and Alta Fink Taylor, was born March 13, 1931 in Langdon, IA. Earl received his early education at a country school in the Langdon area. Earl married Ruth Arlene Pettit on July 2, 1950, in Jackson, Minnesota. Following their marriage, they lived in…

March 13, 1931 - May 10, 2013

Donald Wayne Zieman

Donald Wayne Zieman, the son of Harold and Arthadale Santage Zieman, was born June 18, 1939, at Hartley, IA. He was baptized into the Christian faith at an early age and renewed his faith by rite of confirmation. Before leaving home, he was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church of Royal, IA,…

June 18, 1939 - May 9, 2013

Raymond Frederick Schau

Raymond F. Schau, the son of Jacob and Meta Berndt Schau, was born January 8, 1926 in Battle Creek, Iowa. He received his early education in Battle Creek. Raymond enlisted with the United States Army and served during W.W. II. He received the Purple Heart and many other Medals of Honor. …

January 8, 1926 - May 6, 2013

LeAnn Carol Arthur

LeAnn Carol Arthur, the daughter of William Henry and JoAnn (Schaper) Arthur, was born April 30, 1956 in Estherville, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Greenville, where she received her early education in Spencer schools, graduating from Spencer High School in 1975. Following her…

April 30, 1956 - May 6, 2013

Ernest Raymond Norlin

Ernest Raymond "Ray" Norlin, a man of great faith, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, May 5, 2013 at the age of 93. He was the son of Ernest Wilhelm Jonasson Johnson and Augusta Alice Jansson, immigrants from Sweden, born August 13, 1919 in Odebolt, IA. Ray attended country…

August 13, 1919 - May 5, 2013

Clark Wallace Chickering

Clark Wallace Chickering, the son of George and Ida Belle (Finley) Chickering, was born May 13, 1916 in Webb, Iowa. He was born and raised on a farm near Webb, where he received his education for 2 years in Greenville and later graduated from Webb High School. While in high school, he…

May 13, 1916 - May 3, 2013

Edna Ruth 'Tiny' Jensen

Edna Ruth 'Tiny' Jensen, the daughter of Harry W. and Edna (Miller) Henderson, was born December 12, 1939 on the family farm near Emmetsburg, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Emmetsburg, where she received her education at Emmetsburg High School. Years later, 'Tiny' went back and…

December 12, 1939 - May 2, 2013

LeRoy Eugene Booth

LeRoy Eugene Booth, the son of James and Charlotte McFadden Booth was born on April 11, 1942, in Cherokee, IA. He received his early education there and then moving to Spencer, where he finished and graduated from high school. On May 31, 1962, LeRoy entered into the military, serving in the…

April 11, 1942 - May 1, 2013

Lloyd Carl Kingery

Lloyd Carl Kingery, the son of Vivian and Ila Stirm Kingery, was born May 10, 1927 in Charles City, Iowa. Lloyd received his early education and graduated from the Greene High School in 1945. He then attended Upper Iowa College. In 1945, Lloyd served in the United States Navy until his honorable…

May 10, 1927 - April 27, 2013

Irma May Burgeson

Irma May Burgeson, the daughter of Ralph Blaine and Sylvia May (Harris) Woolston was born January 11, 1910, in Sutherland, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Sutherland area where she attended school at Clay Willow Grove County School. She graduated from Peterson High School in 1927.…

January 11, 1910 - April 26, 2013

Marjorie 'Marge' May Fairchild

Marjorie 'Marge' May Fairchild, the daughter of Roy & Hazel (Howard) Newcomb, was born April 14, 1921 in Rural Dickens, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Gillett Grove area, where she received her early education in country schools. Her family moved to Spencer, Iowa when she was in…

April 14, 1921 - April 23, 2013

Dorothy Ann Taylor

Dorothy Ann Taylor, the daughter of Harry and Mildred (Engstrom) McCarty, was born on November 7, 1921, in Boone IA. Her childhood years were spent in Springfield, MO, where she received her education, graduating from Springfield High School. After graduation, she attended Iowa Lakes…

November 7, 1921 - April 21, 2013

Joyce Susan Raveling

Joyce Susan Raveling passed away April 21, 2013 in Seattle Washington. She was born March 11, 1955, to Ellen (Grange) and Thomas Raveling in Spencer, IA, and was raised in Peterson, IA where she graduated from Sioux Valley High School in 1973. Joyce received her B.A. from Yankton College in…

March 11, 1955 - April 21, 2013

Donald Leo Essick

Donald Leo Essick, the son of Leo and Bertha Allee Essick was born November 14, 1946 in Gillett Grove. His childhood was spent in the Webb area and he graduated from Harris Lake Park in 1964. On October 31, 1965, Don married Ellen Schroeder in Spirit Lake, IA. He spent his working…

November 14, 1946 - April 17, 2013

Evelyn Louise Rose Tigges

Evelyn Louise Rose Tigges, the daughter of Otto and Sophie (Kappelmann) Koch, was born June 19, 1919 in Washington, MO. After moving to Iowa, her childhood years were spent near Paullina, where she received her education. Evelyn married Chester Tigges on June 30, 1941 in Coleridge, NE. …

June 19, 1919 - April 16, 2013

Doris Meyer

Doris Meyer nee Smith, the daughter of Charles and Ada (Carter) Smith, was born July 1, 1926, in Doncaster, England. Her childhood years were spent in England, with her nine siblings, where she received her education. She was a veteran of the British Navy during WW II, where she served as…

July 1, 1926 - April 14, 2013

Evelyn Lea Ketcham

Evelyn is loved and remembered by her parents, Nicholas Arthur and Heather Lea Ketcham; her grandparents: Arthur Lee and Nancy Leah Ketcham and Robert William and Lorie Lea Peters; three uncles: Lucas Allen Ketcham, Douglas Lee Ketcham and Marcus John Ketcham; her great grandmothers: Connie Peters,…

April 11, 2013 - April 11, 2013

Carl Louis Brown

Carl Louis Brown, the son of Allan and Della Brown was born July 9, 1931, in Carroll, Iowa. He was the second oldest of 12 children. He attended Jasper #9 country school through eighth grade, and then attended Lohrville High School, graduating in 1949. Following graduation, Carl attended Iowa…

July 9, 1931 - April 11, 2013

Larry Albert Drefke

Larry Albert Drefke, the son of Loren and Helene (Lerch) Drefke, was born November 30, 1936 in Sutherland, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Sutherland, where he was Baptized on December 27, 1936 and Confirmed on March 22, 1951 at the Bethel Lutheran Church in Sutherland. He received his…

November 30, 1936 - April 10, 2013

Helen Frances Louthan

Helen Frances Louthan, the daughter of G.A. and Frances Winsor Cady was born June 21, 1919 in Sioux Rapids, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Sioux Rapids where she graduated from high school in 1937. Helen married T. Bruce Louthan on November 25, 1939 in Sioux Rapids. Helen was a…

June 21, 1919 - April 9, 2013

Elizabeth 'Betty' Holderman

In lieu of flowers memorials may be designated to the Guillain Barre Foundation or American Diabetes Foundation. Elizabeth 'Betty' Johnaphine Holderman, the daughter of Loran P. and Gilma J. (Morean) Huggins, was born October 10, 1921, in Dixon, Illinois. Her childhood years were spent in…

October 10, 1921 - April 5, 2013

Nathan Andrew Beck

Nathan Andrew Beck, the son of Norman and Janice (Harmonson) Beck, was born November 16, 1980 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Spencer area, where he received his early education in Clay Central Everly School. He spent his freshman year of high school at Sisseton, SD, until…

November 16, 1980 - April 5, 2013

Patricia Graff

Patricia Graff, the daughter of Carl and Madeline (Koewler) Lenz, was born July 25, 1931 in Early, IA. Her childhood years were spent on a farm near Early, where she received her education, graduating from Early Consolidated School. Pat met Joseph Graff in 1949 and they were married…

July 25, 1931 - April 3, 2013

Duane Fonley

Duane Herman Fonley, the son of Herman and Marie (Grapenthin) Fonley, was born January 7, 1931 in Linn Grove, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Linn Grove, receiving his early education at Highview Consolidated School graduating in 1948. He continued his education at Buena Vista…

January 7, 1931 - April 2, 2013

Luana Kading

Luana Kay Kading, the daughter of Arthur and Dorothy Faulstich Leek was born May 10, 1949 in Algona IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Algona area where she attended Bryant Elementary School and graduated from LuVerne Community School in LuVurne, IA. Luana married Doug Kading on…

May 10, 1949 - March 31, 2013

James Reed Schmeling

James Reed Schmeling, the son of Clarence and Kathleen (Reed) Schmeling, was born October 19, 1947, in Dexter, Iowa. He received his early education attending school in Guthrie Center and then Spencer where he graduated from Spencer High School. James entered the military on February…

October 19, 1947 - March 29, 2013

Larry Everett Hagedorn

Larry Everett Hagedorn, the son of Everett and Kathryn Carlson Hagedorn, was born August 5, 1943 in Hartley, Iowa. Larry was raised south of Royal on the family farm and graduated from the Royal High School in 1961. Following his schooling, Larry farmed with his father. Larry married Mary…

August 5, 1943 - March 29, 2013

James Edward Burdick

Jim passed away Wednesday, March 27, 2013 at his home in rural Spencer, IA following a two year battle with cancer. James Edward Burdick, the son of Clifford F. and Della Mae (McNett) Burdick was born March 23, 1943 in Spencer, IA. His childhood years were spent on a farm just west of…

March 23, 1943 - March 27, 2013

Sandra Jean Igou

Sandra Jean Igou, the daughter of Gerrit and Betty (Senn) Roelofsen, was born March 24, 1946 in Lake Park, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Harris, Iowa and later Milford, Iowa, where she received her early education. Sandra married Gale Igou on August 11, 1965 in Spirit Lake,…

March 24, 1946 - March 27, 2013

Agnes Alvena Krager

Agnes Alvena Krager, the daughter of John and Elsie (Schuster) Brandt, was born November 23, 1918, in Osceola County near Melvin, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Melvin school district where she received her early education. Agnes married Edwin Krager on October 15,…

November 23, 1918 - March 25, 2013

Marvin Lyle Erichsen

Marvin Lyle Erichsen, the son of Henry and Erma (Braasch) Erichsen, was born July 28, 1921 in Rembrandt, Iowa. His childhood years were spent on a farm near Rembrandt, where he received his education, graduating from Rembrandt High School. Following his schooling, he entered the military in 1943…

July 28, 1921 - March 25, 2013

Mildred Arlene Staines

Mildred Staines, the daughter of Christopher and Helen (Mayer) Kruckenberg, was born October 14, 1922 at Ocheyedan, Iowa. She graduated from Hartley High School in 1940. Mildred married Paul Staines at her parent's home in Hartley on October 13, 1940. They lived on the farm east of…

October 14, 1922 - March 22, 2013

Michael John MacKay Dole

Michael "Pineapple" Mackay John Dole, the son of Donald and Patricia (Mitchell) Dole, was born February 10, 1953 in Menomonie, WI. His childhood years were spent in Menomonie, where he received his early education. His family later moved to Spencer, Iowa, where he received his education,…

February 10, 1953 - March 21, 2013

Glenna Brott

Glenna Dean Brott, the daughter of Freeman and Millie Brasel Tanner was born January 23, 1929 in Mattoon, Illinois. Her childhood years were spent in the Mattoon area where she attended school, graduating from Mattoon High School in 1946. She married William Brott on September 27, 1947 in St.…

January 23, 1929 - March 21, 2013

Adele Joan Anderson-Homewood

Adele Joan Rathgeber Anderson Homewood was born August 5, 1934, to William and Emma (Post) Rathgeber, at Coleridge, NE. Adele was baptized August 26, 1934, and confirmed her faith on June 13, 1948, at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Coleridge. Adele attended country school for eight…

August 5, 1934 - March 21, 2013

Nola Irene Tesch

Nola Irene Tesch, the daughter of H. Emil and Mary (Lohrman) Hansen, was born August 30, 1912 in Everly, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Everly, where she started at Everly country schools without speaking any English. Nola's family moved to a farm near Colgate, ND when she was a…

August 30, 1912 - March 20, 2013

Carrie Janette Tuttle

Carrie Janette Tuttle, the daughter of Carl and Verta (Prentice) Birchard, was born September 21, 1926 in Gillett Grove, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Gillett Grove, where she received her education. Carrie married Melvin Tuttle on June 5, 1948 in Spencer, Iowa. Following…

September 21, 1926 - March 17, 2013

Don Arthur Caquelin

Don Arthur Caquelin, the son of Raymond and Ethel Shillington Caquelin, was born January 11, 1932 in Lincoln Township, Wright County, Iowa. He grew up in Eagle Grove, IA, where he received his education in Eagle Grove and graduated in 1950. He served the United States Army in Korea from 1951 to…

January 11, 1932 - March 15, 2013

Thomas 'TJ' Johnstone

Thomas Edmund Johnstone, the son of Robert and Shirley (Jensen) Johnstone, was born August 13, 1961, in Detroit Lakes, MN. The family moved to Spencer, IA in 1968 where he attended the Spencer School System for a time and worked at the Sunshine Center until 1981. Tom then moved to Sheldon, IA and…

August 13, 1961 - March 14, 2013

Bernard Turek

Bernard "Bernie" Turek, was born October 19, 1937 in Cleveland, OH. His childhood years were spent in Cleveland, where he received his education, graduating from West Side High School. Following his schooling, he moved to Mt. Morris, IL, where he met Judith Powell. Bernie and Judy…

October 19, 1937 - March 13, 2013

Mindee L. Wilcox

Mindee Lee Wilcox, the daughter of Gary G. Michels and Sharon K. Lewis Decker, was born November 18, 1972 in Spencer, Iowa. Mindee was raised in Sioux Rapids where she attended Sioux Rapids School until fall of 1988, her family then moved to Webb, Iowa where she attended and graduated from South…

November 18, 1972 - March 12, 2013

Crystal Erline Klatt

Crystal Erline Klatt, the daughter of James and Christina (Peterson) Dickeson, was born March 16, 1927 near Rossie, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Spencer High School in 1945. Crystal married Keith Klatt on July 16,…

March 16, 1927 - March 9, 2013

Richard Terry Hamilton

Richard Terry Hamilton, son of Alan and Mabel (Koffman) Hamilton, was born September 20, 1949, in Kansas City, KS. His childhood years were spent in Kansas City where he received his early education and later graduated from Wyandotte High School. Following his schooling, he entered the military…

September 20, 1949 - March 6, 2013

William 'Woody' H. Woodall

William Henry Woodall, the son of Phillip and Lena (Toft) Woodall, was born on November 16, 1923, on a farm near Royal in Clay County. He was raised in the Royal area, where he attended country school and later graduated from Royal High School. After his schooling, he worked for his…

November 16, 1923 - March 5, 2013

Anna Christine Ott

Anna Christine Ott was born February 5th, 1916 to Peter and Ida (Koechert) Nath in rural Everly, Iowa. She graduated from Moneta High School in 1934. Anna married Emmert C. Ott on September 8th, 1937 and there were seven children born to their marriage. Emmert and Anna farmed near…

February 5, 1916 - March 5, 2013

James Ralph Shriner

James Ralph Shriner, the son of John and Evelyn Satern Shriner, was born May 31, 1941 in Rodman, Iowa. Jim received his early education and graduated from Rodman Consolidated School in 1959. On May 8, 1971, Jim married Harriet "Sam" Raabe in Spencer, Iowa. Following their marriage,…

May 31, 1941 - March 3, 2013

William Harold Cromer

William Harold Cromer, Jr., the son of William and Ann Vogel Cromer, was born August 22, 1930 in Muscatine, Iowa. Bill attended school in Muscatine. Bill married Josephine Erickson on March 13, 1959 in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Bill worked at various jobs in Landscaping, Greenhouses, a…

August 22, 1930 - March 2, 2013

Clara Marcley

Clara May Marcley left this earth on March 1, 2013. She was born May 24, 1919, in Jackson County, Minnesota to Seifert and Vera Wilson. Clara was preceded in death by her husband; Otis R. Marcley, her mother and father, Seifert and Vera Wilson, and eight brothers and sisters; Edward,…

May 24, 1919 - March 1, 2013

Robert Cleland Drake

Robert (Bob) Drake heard the voice of his Heavenly Father calling him home on March 1, 2013. There he joined his parents: Harold and Lulu (Petersen), brothers: Weymond and Harold (Audrey), sister: Marjorie (Eldred) Joines, nieces: Jolene (Joines) Bates and Angela Drake. Bob the youngest…

March 12, 1927 - March 1, 2013

Rebecca 'Becky' Ann Stulen

Rebecca Ann Stulen, the daughter of William Edward and Iris Rose (Zwiefel) Householder, was born April 4, 1943 in Fenton, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Fenton, where she received her education and graduated from Central Fenton High School in 1960. After high school, she continued…

April 4, 1943 - February 25, 2013

Ilene Faith Crew

Ilene Crew, the daughter of Lizzie and Caleb Jones, was born December 29, 1913 in Ayrshire, Iowa. She received her early education in a country school and graduated from Silver Lake High School in 1931. In October of 1934, Ilene was married to Eldon Crew. To this union, two children…

December 29, 1913 - February 24, 2013

Connie Kay Paulsen

Connie Kay Paulsen, the daughter of Glenn Wayne and Herma Louise Zahren Hensley, was born in Lake Park, Iowa. She received her early education and graduated from the Excelsior Consolidated School. Connie continued her education at Morningside College in Sioux City, and Eau Claire College in…

January 21, 1940 - February 24, 2013

Pat Gross

B. Lorana ("Pat") Gross, youngest child of Claud and Hattie Ziller Brinkley, was born October 19, 1926, in Logan Township, Clay county, Iowa. She passed away at the Spencer Hospital Hospice Care facility on February 23, 2013. Pat was educated in Logan Township, graduating from Gillette Grove High…

October 19, 1926 - February 23, 2013

Marie Charlotte Freitag

Marie Charlotte Freitag, the daughter of Frank and June Randall Horck, was born June 6, 1935 in Waubun, MN. She received her early education and graduated from Waubun High School. Marie married Gerald Freitag on January 21, 1956 in New Port, MN. Following their marriage, they lived in the…

June 6, 1935 - February 22, 2013

James Burr Kitterman

James Burr Kitterman, the son of Burr Kenneth and Dorothy (Deaton) Kitterman, was born May 30, 1950 in St. Paul, MN. His childhood years were spent in East Bethel, MN, where he received his education, graduating from St. Francis High School in St. Francis, MN. He later attended and graduated…

May 30, 1950 - February 21, 2013

Judy Anne Swiden

Judy Hansen was born on August 3, 1964 in Dubuque, Iowa. She graduated high school from Sanborn, Iowa. She then attended the University of Wisconsin at LaCrosse, graduating with a degree in Social Work. She also became a certified travel counselor. She worked as a travel agent for several…

August 3, 1964 - February 20, 2013

Diane Marie Heller

Diane Marie Heller, the daughter of Jack and Lois Rauhauser Johnson, was born on Dec. 3, 1955, in Joliet, IL. She spent her childhood days in Everly, Iowa where she graduated high school. On May 14, 1976, she married Eugene Heller. They made Spencer, Iowa home before…

December 3, 1955 - February 18, 2013

Leland Paul Van Houten

Leland "Lee" Paul Van Houten, died Sunday morning, February 17th, 2013, at the Averra Medical Center, Sioux Falls, South Dakota, after a brief, unexpected attack of spinal meningitis. Lee was born on May 26th, 1940, and was 72 years old. Lee is survived by his daughter, Paula,…

May 26, 1940 - February 17, 2013

Shelley Gaunt

Shelley Rae Gaunt, the daughter of Dennis and Ann (Couser) Gaunt, was born September 15, 1962 in Marshalltown, Iowa. She was raised in Zearing and Spencer, Iowa. Shelley attended schools at North East Story County School and graduated from Spencer High School in 1980. She had just recently…

September 15, 1962 - February 17, 2013

Mary Louise Beck

Mary Louise Beck, the daughter of Thomas Thomas and Edith (Carstensen) Thomas was born May 1, 1944 in Spencer Iowa. She graduated from the Spencer school system in 1962, and enrolled at Lindenwood College, in St Charles Missouri where she graduated with a B.A. Degree in Economics. Following her…

May 1, 1944 - February 16, 2013

Lucille A. Green

Lucille Green left us to be with the Lord this morning, February 13, 2013. She was 95 years old. Lucille left behind a son, Bill Green of Spencer, IA, a daughter and son-in-law, Sue and John Peterson of Bryan, TX., a granddaughter and her husband, Jodi and Roger Sheridan of Bryan, TX; a grandson…

October 24, 1917 - February 13, 2013

Betty Cooper

Betty Jane Cooper, the daughter of Al and May Feaster was born January 8, 1927 in Rolfe, Iowa. Betty passed away February 11, 2013 in Illinois at the age of 86. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Leo Cooper, one grandson, Nicholas, 2 sisters, Brownie and Bert, 2…

January 8, 1927 - February 11, 2013

Delbert Lee Clague

Delbert Lee Clague, the son of Thomas and Edith Faulkender Clague was born July 27, 1925 in Freeman Township in Clay County, Iowa. After his mother passed away at the age of seven he lived with his maternal grandparents. He attended grade school in Summit Township and graduated from Spencer…

July 27, 1925 - February 11, 2013

Willie 'Nels' Krogh

Willie Nels Krogh, the son of Lars and Sophie (Peterson) Krogh, was born on May 29, 1924, in Flandreau, SD. His early years were spent in the Flandreau and Eagen areas. Following school, he entered into the military on October 5, 1946. He served in the United States Army, during WWII. He was…

May 29, 1924 - February 4, 2013

Carl Ernest Bruns

Carl Ernest Bruns, the son of Enno and Dena (Christians) Bruns, was born December 17, 1911 on a farm north of George, Iowa. His childhood years were spent on the family farm near George, where he received his education, graduating from George High School. He later attended Iowa State…

December 17, 1911 - February 3, 2013

Sheryl 'Sherry' Diane Clark

Sheryl (Sherry) Diane Clark finished her race and left this world to receive her Heavenly reward on Saturday, February 2 at 3:30 in the afternoon. She went home to be with her Savior and Lord Jesus Christ and her father Bob Bowman, father-in-law Warren Clark, foster brother Dale Pomeroy,…

June 22, 1949 - February 2, 2013

Wadena Ann Lorenz

Wadena Ann Lorenz, the daughter of Harley and Stella Ball Walker, was born on her grandparent's farm in Gillett Grove. She grew up on a farm west of Rossie and received her early education and graduated from Rossie High School. She then continued her education at Buena Vista College where…

July 7, 1925 - January 31, 2013

Ardys Maxine Dillingham

Ardys Maxine Dillingham, the daughter of David and Lella Patton Clay, was born February 25, 1920 in Hartley, Iowa. She received her early education and graduated from the Hartley High School. Ardys married Orland Krutzfeldt on October 16, 1938 in Hartley, Iowa. Following their marriage,…

February 25, 1920 - January 30, 2013

Ethel Kathrine Westphalen

Ethel Katherine Mayhew, the daughter of Albert and Sadie Cradduck Mayhew was born on February 15, 1912, in Royal, Iowa. Ethel attended school at Royal and graduated from Royal High school. Ethel married Roy Westphalen in Spencer on November 28, 1931. Following their marriage, they farmed for a…

February 15, 1912 - January 30, 2013

Dale John Clark

Dale John Clark, the son of Lyal Sr. and Cecil Thorton Clark was born May 10, 1937 in Emmetsburg, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Emmetsburg area where he graduated from Emmetsburg High School in 1955. Dale enjoyed fishing, competitive muzzleloader shooting, and competing in…

May 10, 1937 - January 28, 2013

Adeline Maxine Bensene

Adeline Maxine Freeburg Bensene was born Baby Norma Elaine 18th of September 1932 in Des Moines, Iowa. Adopted at age six weeks, she was returned to her birth mothers care after three weeks. Adopted again at age three month she was kept till abandoned at the Lutheran Home Finding Society in…

September 18, 1932 - January 26, 2013

James Darwin Montgomery

James Darwin Montgomery, the son of Percy and Hazel (Moats) Montgomery, was born on October 2, 1935, in George, IA. His childhood years were spent in Sioux Falls and Spencer areas, were he graduated from high school. On September 11, 1953, he entered into the military, serving in the U.S.…

October 2, 1935 - January 22, 2013

Mahlon LeMoyne Klimes

Mahlon LeMoyne Klimes, the son of William Howard and Arlie Marie (Smith) Klimes, was born on April 18, 1951 in Pipestone, MN. Mahlon was raised and received his early education in Jasper, MN, where he graduated in 1969. Following high school, he attended the University of Minnesota for one…

April 18, 1951 - January 18, 2013

Dorothy Mae Montgomery

Dorothy Mae (nee Matson) Montgomery was born August 3, 1915, to Paul and Cora (nee Curley) Matson at Webster City, Iowa. She was baptized on October 4, 1915, by Pastor F. L. Ruwell at Webster City, Iowa. Dorothy grew up and received her education in the Peterson, Iowa, school system…

August 3, 1915 - January 17, 2013

August 16, 1925 - January 16, 2013

Norene Wetherell

Norene Kay (Loveland) Wetherell, the daughter of John and Alberta (Feaster) Loveland, was born March 7, 1948 in Spencer, IA. She attended Spencer Schools, graduated from Spencer High School in 1966 and lived in Spencer her entire life. Norene married Glen Wetherell on October 1, 1976,…

March 7, 1948 - January 16, 2013

Elizabeth E. Markley

Elizabeth E. Markley, the daughter of Wallace C. and Mildred D. (Petersen) Mann, was born September 15, 1920 in Woodbine, IA. Her childhood years were spent living on farms near Woodbine and near Missouri Valley, IA where she attended country schools through the 8th grade. While she was in…

September 15, 1920 - January 15, 2013

Lola 'Peggy' Cockburn

Peggy, the daughter of Ernest and Mary Manning, was born in Spencer. She graduated from Spencer High School. She lived in multiple locations but spent most of her life living in and near Spencer. Peggy was married to Clarence Cockburn, the long time FBO of the Spencer Airport. She was a member…

August 29, 1921 - January 15, 2013

Daryl 'Bub' Louie Hausmann

Daryl 'Bub' Louie Hausmann, the son of Louis and Ida (Dumdei) Hausmann, was born May 19, 1926, in Dickinson County, IA. His childhood years were spent on a farm near Fostoria where he received his education, graduating from Okoboji Consolidated School. Bub married Doris Beck on August 25,…

May 19, 1926 - January 10, 2013

Lois Evelyn Gritten

Lois Evelyn (King) Gritten, daughter of Silas Wilson King and Grace Eliza (Bailey) King, was born on a farm south of Dickens, IA, on January 14, 1924. Lois attended school at Lincoln Township School and graduated from Gillett Grove in 1942. As a Gillett Grove Hilltopper, Lois was active in…

January 14, 1924 - January 9, 2013

Gladys Luella Yeager

Gladys Luella Yeager was born April 16, 1928 to Lloyd and Leona (Hurley) Rose in Gillette Grove, IA. She attended school in Gillette Grove and Spencer. She worked at several places in Spencer and retired from Helens Laundry at the age of 70. She married Henry Yeager and to this union a…

April 16, 1928 - January 5, 2013

Loren Davis Sullivan

Loren Davis Sullivan, the son of Selim and Etta Irene (Davis) Sullivan, was born March 4, 1929 in Cherokee, Iowa. His early years were spent on a farm southeast of Sutherland, known as the McCulla Farm. He attended a country school until the 3rd grade when the family moved to a farm…

March 4, 1929 - December 29, 2012

Gladys Faye Hovinga

Gladys Faye Hovinga, 95, of Owatonna, MN, died Thursday, December 28, 2012, at Homestead Hospice House in Owatonna. Gladys was born on February 4, 1917, to Chris and Christina Johnson of Clay County, IA. She was the youngest of five children and was predeceased by all of her…

February 4, 1917 - December 28, 2012

William 'Bill' Hargrave

William T. (Bill) Hargrave, the son of Tom and Laura (Sorenson) Hargrave, was born January 24, 1930 in Spencer, Iowa. Bill grew up on the Hargrave farm south of Dickens, IA. His early education was received at Sunnyside School District #6 in Sioux Township and Dickens School. He attended Jr.…

January 24, 1930 - December 27, 2012

Donna Rae Philiph

Donna Rae Philiph, the daughter of Walter and Madge Monselle Schroeder was born December 17, 1933 in Spencer, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Everly, IA area, where she graduated from Everly High School. Donna married Duane Philiph on August 14, 1955 in Everly. After marriage she…

December 17, 1933 - December 23, 2012

Raymond Paul Krause

Raymond Paul Krause, the son of August and Lucille Gilland Krause, was born June 27, 1933 in Rockwell City, IA. He grew up on a farm and attended a country school near Rockwell City. Raymond served in the U.S. Army for two years with an honorable discharge in 1953. He married Charlene…

June 27, 1933 - December 21, 2012

Donald Leroy Rosacker

Donald Leroy Rosacker, the son of Elmer and Eva Monk Rosacker was born June 11, 1932 in Ruthven, IA. He grew up on a farm and attended country school near Ayrshire, IA. He married Rosella Fogerty on May 28, 1956 in Whittemore, IA. They lived and farmed around Webb, Gillette Grove, and…

June 11, 1932 - December 20, 2012

Bernita Meyer

Bernita Minnie (Wilhelmina) Meyer, the daughter of Roy, Sr. and Meta (Massmann) Meyer, was born on January 11, 1930, on a farm near Primghar, Iowa. Her childhood and education years were spent in the Paullina and Hartley areas. Bernita moved to Spencer with her parents in 1957. She…

January 11, 1930 - December 18, 2012

Colleen Fay Luedke

Colleen Fay Luedke the daughter of Donald and Violet Byers Trunnell, was born December 21, 1931 in Hartley, Iowa. She received her early education at a country school by Hartley and later attended the Hartley High School. She married Gale Luedke on June 4, 1949 in Sanborn, Iowa. Following…

December 21, 1931 - December 17, 2012

Burdette Auburon Stier

Burdette Auburon Stier, the son of Florence Mae Krause, was born March 19, 1932 in Peterson, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Peterson, where he received his education. He later entered the military in April of 1951, where he served for four years with most of his service on the…

March 19, 1932 - December 15, 2012

Larry A. Johnson

Larry A. Johnson, the son of Arnold Monroe 'Stub' J and Irene (Perry)Johnson, was born on March 7, 1950 in Spencer, Iowa. He received his early education here and attended Iowa State University, graduating with a Bachelors of Science Degree in Animal Science in 1972. Larry was involved…

March 7, 1950 - December 13, 2012

Stephen Michael Spory

Stephen Michael Spory, the son of Daren and Lisa (Jenkins) Baxter, was born September 16, 1983 in Spencer, Iowa. He grew up in Spencer, where he was loved by his parents, sister, grandparents, his many cousins, aunts and uncles and friends. He was a kid who truly loved Christmas and never…

September 16, 1983 - December 8, 2012

Clifford Edwin Handy

Clifford Edwin Handy, the son of John and Alice Galbraith Handy was born on September 6, 1936, in Spencer, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Spencer area where he attended Spencer High School until he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force in 1954 Clifford spent 4 years with the Air Force…

September 6, 1936 - December 5, 2012

Barbara Geerdes

Barbara Kay Geerdes, the daughter of Harold and Audrey Meyers Edwards was born January 26, 1952 in Fort Dodge, IA. Her early years were spent in Fort Dodge, Ayrshire, and Spencer, IA, where she graduated from Spencer High School in 1970 with honors. She married Dale Geerdes on August 23, 1975 at…

January 26, 1952 - December 4, 2012

Robert 'Bob' Eugene Theesfeld

Robert "Bob" Eugene Theesfeld, the son of Harold and Thelma Spear Theesfeld was born August 10, 1949, in Estherville, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Curlew area where he graduated from Mallard High School in 1967. After graduation, Bob attended Iowa Central Community College in Fort…

August 10, 1949 - December 2, 2012

Walter George Goeken

Walter Goeken, 88, of Everly, died Saturday, December 1 at home surrounded by his family. The son of the Rev. George and Lydia Tammen Goeken, Walter George Goeken was born January 3, 1924 in Melvin, IA, where his father was a Lutheran pastor. Walt graduated from Melvin High School in…

January 3, 1924 - December 1, 2012

Orpha Kriens

Orpha Madeline Kriens, the daughter of Ben and Viola Pauls, was born April 22, 1916 in Melvin, Iowa. Orpha's father died when she was 11 years old. Her mother remarried Guy Amis. She received her education near Moneta, graduating from Moneta High School in 1934 in the great depression dust…

April 22, 1916 - November 30, 2012

Marjorie Verna Ashcraft

Marjorie Verna Ashcraft, the daughter of George and Elenora (Grage) Macumber, was born June 5, 1927 in Manilla, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Manilla, where she received her education, graduating from Manilla High School in 1945. Her first job after high school was as a clerk and 'soda…

June 5, 1927 - November 30, 2012

Richard Otto Kephart

Richard Otto Kephart, the son of Tom and Edith V. (Handy) Kephart, was born May 1, 1928 in Peru, Iowa. He worked as a farm hand in southern Iowa and other areas. Richard married in 1958 to Beulah King. He worked for ten years for the Department of Clay County until he injured his back…

May 1, 1928 - November 29, 2012

Sally Joan Baschke

Sally Joan Baschke was born June 23, 1936 to Glenn Theodore and Dorothy Magelena Heick Sorenson in Spencer, IA. She was raised on the home farm northeast of Spencer and attended Meadow #7 Country School, all her elementary years. She attended Spencer High School and graduated 3rd in her class…

June 23, 1936 - November 22, 2012

Darrel Duane Scharnberg

Darrel Duane Scharnberg, the son of Louis and Ingrid (Jensen) Scharnberg, was born August 19, 1925 in Everly, Iowa. His childhood was spent in Everly, where he received his education, graduating from Everly High School. Darrel married Marjorie Jean Thorne on February 2, 1947 at the First…

August 19, 1925 - November 21, 2012

Rony Craig Sears

Rony Craig Sears, the son of Walter and Anna Oestenstad Sears, was born on March 28, 1947 in Hartley, Iowa. He received his early education in Moneta and graduated from the Sutherland High School. He married Susan Roskens on August 29, 1975 in Spencer, Iowa. Following their marriage, they…

March 28, 1947 - November 20, 2012

Joe Carroll

Josiah Francis Kelly ("Joe") Carroll, the son of John Edward and Ella Theresa (Kelly) Carroll, was born on July 27, 1924, in St. Paul, Minnesota. His family moved to Spencer, Iowa when he was four years old. After graduating from Spencer High School in 1942, he attended the University of Iowa…

July 27, 1924 - November 20, 2012

Jefferson 'Jeff' Lee Wilbur

Jefferson Lee Wilbur, son of John Wilbur and Barb (Marble) Campbell was born on April 25, 1968, in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer. In 1986, he moved to Kansas to live with his father and complete his senior year of high school. Jeff graduated from Scott City High…

April 25, 1968 - November 18, 2012

Leona Carr

Leona Carr, 84, of Sister Lakes, Michigan passed away to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, November 18, 2012 at Lakeland Medical Center. Leona was born on July 9, 1928 in Barnesboro, PA to Francis and Anna (Palidrab) Szeredy. She married her husband Stanley in New York City, New York on…

July 9, 1928 - November 18, 2012

Shirley Ann Kraft

Shirley Ann (Aldred) Kraft, the daughter of George and Mary (Triplett) Aldred, was born April 8, 1932 in Primghar, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Primghar, where she received her education, graduating from Primghar High School. Shirley married Lester Kraft on October 2, 1950 in…

April 8, 1932 - November 15, 2012

Charles 'Tad' McCord

Charles 'Tad' David McCord, the son of Keith and Grace 'Liz' Watkins McCord, was born on February 17, 1961, in St. Louis, MO. Tad and Kim lived in Spencer. Tad was employed at Mauer's as an electrician. He enjoyed camping, hiking, rock hunting, fishing, hunting, NASCAR, football, playing…

February 17, 1961 - November 11, 2012

Thelma Mary Johannsen

Thelma Mary Johannsen, the daughter of Theodore and Katherine Andre Kenne was born November 21, 1915 in Whittemore, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Whittemore area, where she graduated from Presentation Academy in Whittemore. Thelma married B.E. "Friday" Johannsen on May 1,…

November 21, 1915 - November 9, 2012

Hazel Lucile MacTaggart

Hazel Lucille (Robbins) MacTaggart, the daughter of Ervin and Mattie (Northrup) Robbins was born on December 17, 1931, in Ralston, OK. She lived out her childhood in Ignacio, CO along with 7 brothers, Rocky, Bill, Les, Ernie, George, Bob and Dick, and 1 sister, Elsie. She worked at the Western…

December 17, 1931 - November 7, 2012

Mark Pullen

Mark Thomas Pullen, the son of Gilbert "Gibb" and Lillian Harvey Pullen was born November 24, 1947 in Spencer, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Spencer area where he graduated from Spencer High School. After high school he attended and graduated from University of Northern Iowa. …

November 24, 1947 - November 5, 2012

Diane 'Didy' Sue Kunzmann

Diane 'Didy' Sue Kunzmann, the daughter of Russell Dean and Charlotte (Peacock) Slaymaker came into this world on October 18, 1945 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer, where she received her education, graduating from Spencer High School in 1964. Following high…

October 18, 1945 - November 4, 2012

Charles 'Charlie' Ray Nelson

Charles "Charlie" Ray Nelson, the son of Carl and Nora (Anderson) Nelson, was born September 4, 1932 in Storm Lake, Iowa. He grew up on a farm outside of Webb, where he received his education, graduating from Garfield/Webb High School in 1950. Following his schooling, he farmed on the family…

September 4, 1932 - November 3, 2012

Irma Adeline Runkle

Irma Adeline Runkle, the daughter of Edward and Oma (Street) Rorah, was born December 23, 1908 in Menlo, Iowa on a farm, where she loved horses. Her childhood years were spent in Gillett Grove, Iowa, where she received her education. In 1916, the family moved to Spencer, IA. Irma…

December 23, 1908 - November 1, 2012

July 15, 1959 - October 28, 2012

Maxine Alice Burdette

Maxine Alice (Prentice) Burdette, the daughter of Lawrence and Kate (Whalen) Prentice was born June 4th, 1922 on a farm in Logan Township in Clay County, Iowa. After attending 8 years in the country school in that township, she continued her education and graduated from Gillett Grove Consolidated…

June 4, 1922 - October 25, 2012

Louie ReMillard

Louie was born on May 26, 1927 in Hartley, IA, the youngest of four children, to Napoleon and Mabel ReMillard. He attended school in Hartley and graduated in 1945. Louie served in the Merchant Marines and U.S. Army. He was united in marriage to Marcella Kriens in 1951 and raised four children. …

May 26, 1927 - October 25, 2012

Carolyn L. Mett

Carolyn Lois Mett (Tootsie) was born to Fern and Lyla (Heikens) Mett on January 21st, 1930 on a farm in Clay County. She attended a little one room school house in Summit township, and graduated from Spencer High School in 1947. After graduation, she worked at Bell Telephone Company. She attended…

January 21, 1930 - October 24, 2012

Gladys Etta Blass

Gladys Etta Blass was born in Everly, IA, on March 18, 1917 to Thomas and Dena Boyenga Roskens. She graduated from Everly High School in 1933 and attended Iowa State Teachers College in Cedar Falls. She taught in rural schools for six years. Gladys married Weldon (Bob) Blass April 18,…

March 18, 1917 - October 23, 2012

William Douglas Magnussen

William Douglas Magnussen, son of Ethan Vilhelm and Alma Rasmussen Magnussen, was born June 13, 1933 in Audubon, Iowa. He passed from life through death to life eternal on October 21, 2012 at the age of 79 years after a long illness. Doug was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith at Our…

June 13, 1933 - October 21, 2012

Nathaniel Robert Murray

Beloved son of Jeff and Joanne Murray; brother of Dave Murray; grandson of Jacqueline Murray; nephew of Don Murray (Barb), Mike Murray (Angie), Laura Huffman, Jim Mingus (Diana) and Gayla Johnson (Jim). In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to KKI for Bennett Blazers…

February 2, 1997 - October 21, 2012

Harold H. Dau

Harold Henry George Dau, the son of George and Dora (Horstmann) Dau was born on August 3, 1919 in Sutherland, IA (O'Brien County). He was baptized August 19, 1919 and confirmed in Evangelical Lutheran Church at Calumet in 1933. His childhood days were spent near Calumet, where he attended a…

August 3, 1919 - October 20, 2012

Lowell William Lewis

Lowell William Lewis, eldest child of William Arthur and Mary McBeath, was born July 6, 1927 on the Lewis farm south of Rossie, Iowa. He graduated from Greenville High School in 1945 where he enjoyed playing baseball, basketball and the trumpet. He farmed the Lewis home farm until he entered…

July 6, 1927 - October 18, 2012

Merlin 'Bubby' Jay Bertness

Merlin "Bubby" Jay Bertness, the son of Herman and Elizabeth (Smith) Bertness, was born on October 19, 1931, on a farm in Buena Vista County, IA. He was baptized at the United Methodist Church in Sioux Rapids and attended school in Sioux Rapids and graduated in 1950. On…

October 19, 1931 - October 18, 2012

November 9, 1943 - October 16, 2012

LaVon Nettie Black

of Spencer formerly of Rossie. LaVon Nettie Black, the daughter of George and Agnes (Fahleen) Brownell, was born September 17, 1922, on a farm near Greenville, IA. She attended school in Greenville, graduating from Rossie High School in 1940. LaVon married Talmadge (Tam) Black on…

September 17, 1922 - October 14, 2012

Delma Mae Mueller

Delma Mae Mueller, the daughter of Raymond and Viola Moeller Schoening, was born July 24, 1925 in Moneta, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Sutherland area where she graduated from Sutherland High School in 1943. After graduating she attended AIB College in Des Moines, IA. Delma…

July 24, 1925 - October 13, 2012

Joe Thomas Carter

Joe Thomas Carter, the son of John Henry and Verla Johnson Carter, was born November 29, 1953 in Wren, OR. He received his early education in Oregon where he lived until the age of 15. He then moved to Tucson, AZ at the age of 19. Joe moved to Idaho and then Oregon where he worked for…

November 29, 1953 - October 12, 2012

Sheridan H. Blaue

Sheridan Hollman Blaue was born on February 13, 1930 to Harry and Kathie (Hollman) Blaue. He entered eternal life on October 11, 2012 at the age of 82 after a long illness. Sheridan was raised on a farm near Sutherland, IA and graduated from Royal High School in 1949. He worked for Iowa…

February 13, 1930 - October 11, 2012

Norma Jean Johnson

Norma Jean Johnson, the daughter of Raymond and Bertha Mildred (Hamrick) Daugherty, was born on May 13, 1929 in Greenville, Iowa. The family later moved to Gillette Grove, Iowa, where Norma attended school until the age of 10. She later returned to Greenville where she graduated high school. …

May 13, 1929 - October 11, 2012

Class of 1983 - We Remember - Kyle, Steve & Pete

A Public Assembly was held at the Spencer High School on Friday, October 5. Paul Morony talked about his experiences of dealing with the decisions and, ultimately, the tragic accident on Homecoming night, October 9, 1982, that led to the death of his three good friends: Pete Anson, Steve Rehnstrom…

October 9, 1982 - October 9, 2012

Gerald John Thortsen

Gerald John Thortsen, the son of Hans and Ella (Zinn) Thortsen, was born March 15, 1931 in Hartley, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Hartley, where he received his early education. Following his schooling, he helped his dad on the farm. After leaving Hartley, he farmed in the…

March 15, 1931 - October 3, 2012

Robert Emanuel Peterson

Robert Emanuel Peterson, son of Gustav and Christine (Soderquist) Peterson, was raised on the family farm by Albert City. There he attended country school through the eighth grade. He then helped on the family farm until going into the service. He entered into the military, serving in the…

November 10, 1925 - September 27, 2012

Loretta June Kruse

Loretta June Kruse, the daughter of Frank & Alvina Sheller was born on May 19,1928, in Algona, IA. On March 24,1946, Loretta was united in marriage to E.D. Kruse Jr. of Royal, IA. Following their marriage they farmed the family place along with their two sons, Ernest (Lynn), and Lance.…

May 19, 1928 - September 26, 2012

Edna Mae Knudtson

Edna Mae Knudtson, the daughter of Clarence and Edna (Fena) Goedicke, was born on January 30, 1920, in Spencer, Iowa. She was raised and attended school in Spencer. Following schooling, she worked in the area doing housekeeping duties. Edna married Freeman Knudtson on February 18, 1941,…

January 30, 1920 - September 26, 2012

Amanda Caroline Steffen

Amanda Caroline Steffen, daughter of William and Elizabeth Kolbeck Seivert, was born in Ashton, Iowa, on October 7, 1921. She received her education at St. Joseph's School in Ashton Amanda married Everett Steffen on October 3, 1942 in Dakota City, Nebraska. Following their marriage, they resided…

October 7, 1921 - September 25, 2012

Harold Duane Christensen

Harold Duane Christensen, the son of Amos and Hildur Johnson Christensen, Sr., was born January 30, 1929 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent on the family farm east of Royal. He received his early education at Lincoln Township Country School and later graduated from the Royal High…

January 30, 1929 - September 25, 2012

Linda Rae Brown

Linda Rae Brown, the daughter of Ray and Delores (Stevenson) Brown, was born September 13, 1951, in Spencer, Iowa. Her entire life was spent in Spencer where she received her education. Linda enjoyed watching and playing "Wheel of Fortune", playing Bingo with her mother, gardening and yard…

September 13, 1951 - September 22, 2012

Timothy Jay Galm

Timothy Jay Galm was born June 11, 1949, in Spencer, IA, the second of eight children to Dorothy Marie Dykstra and Edwin John Galm of Moneta, IA, where Tim grew up. Tim graduated from Everly Community High School in 1968. He graduated cum laude from Creighton University in Omaha, NE, where he…

June 11, 1949 - September 21, 2012

Rebecca Marie Payne

Rebecca 'Becky' Marie Payne, the daughter of David William and Ann Marie (Lindemann) Payne, was born October 8, 1988, in Great Falls, MT. Her family moved to Everly where she received her education, graduating from Clay Central-Everly High School in 2007. She briefly attended Briar Cliff…

October 8, 1988 - September 20, 2012

Eleanor Marie Daniel

Eleanor Marie (Grover) Daniel, the daughter of Lewis and Georgia (Miles) Grover, was born August 17, 1922 in Clay County, Iowa. She grew up on a farm near Gillett Grove and her family later moved into the town of Gillett Grove, where she received her education, graduating from Gillett…

August 17, 1922 - September 16, 2012

Joyce Irene Ewoldt

Joyce Ewoldt daughter of Bert George Speed and Ethel Mae Parsons Speed was born October 20, 1942 in Clay County, Iowa. Her childhood was spent on the Speed family farm near Webb. She attended and graduated from Webb High School in 1960. Joyce married Dennis Lee Ewoldt on December 8,…

October 20, 1942 - September 14, 2012

Robert Keith Lage

Robert Keith Lage, the son of Grant and Ethel Hardman Lage, was born July 11, 1924 in Milford, Iowa. Robert received his early education and graduated from the Milford High School. Robert then entered the United States Army Air Force serving from March of 1943 until his honorable discharge in…

July 11, 1924 - September 14, 2012

Louis Gaffney

Louis Paul Gaffney, the son of Paul and Louise Behrens Gaffney was born June 5, 1939, in Peoria, IL. His childhood years were spent in the Lincoln and Peoria, IL, area where he attended school and graduated from Spalding High School in Peoria. He also spent some time in the Guardian Angel…

June 5, 1939 - September 13, 2012

David 'Scott' Hessman

Scott Hessman was born to David and Arlene (Jackson) Hessman on September 6, 1959 at the Muscatine Community Hospital in Muscatine, Iowa. At age one, he moved to Ida County, Ida Grove, Iowa, where he spent all of his growing up years. He was the usual country type boy while growing up and at…

September 6, 1959 - September 11, 2012

Shirley Ann Mason

Shirley Ann (Myers) Mason was born to Irven and Mabel (Walstrom) Myers on November 2, 1936 in Spencer, Iowa, just moments before the birth of her twin brother, and closest ally, S.A. (Bud) Myers. Shirley's childhood years were filled with the chores and adventures that only a farm in Iowa can…

November 2, 1936 - September 11, 2012

Virginia 'Ginny' Lorraine Coughenour

Virginia "Ginny" Lorraine Coughenour, the daughter of William and Elizabeth (Ouchstetter) Adolph, was born November 8, 1921 in Hartley, Iowa. Her childhood was spent in Hartley, where she received her education, graduating from Hartley High School in 1939. Virginia attended a business school…

November 8, 1921 - September 11, 2012

Mary Ann Peters

Mary Ann Peters, the daughter of Henry and Irene (Howuen) Engelkes,was born on July 18, 1946 in Sibley, IA and she also attended school there. Mary married Robert L. Peters on December 5, 1962 in Rock Rapids, IA. Following their marriage, they resided in Hartley, IA. Mary worked at St.…

July 18, 1946 - September 9, 2012

June 17, 1953 - September 8, 2012

Alma Louise Wendt

Alma Louise Wendt, the daughter of Henry and Bertha Bowen Grote, was born November 17, 1920 in Little Rock, Iowa. She attended country school through the eighth grade in Grant Township and finished high school in Little Rock. Alma married Robert C. Wendt on November 17, 1941 at Little…

November 17, 1920 - September 5, 2012

Arthur Dale Rhodes

Arthur (Art) Dale Rhodes was born to William and Ethel (Legere) Rhodes on their homestead on October 29, 1921, in rural Spencer, IA. This is where he would live out his childhood years with his 9 brothers and sisters helping out on the farm and receiving his education from Spencer schools…

October 29, 1921 - September 3, 2012

James LeClair

James (Jim) LeClair, age 65, passed away Wednesday, August 29, 2012 at The Abbey in LeMars. He is survived by four siblings, Phyllis Curran (Bernie), Patricia Harrington (Raymond),Judy Thompson (Bill) and Leo J. LeClair (Carol), two aunts Gunnie Brower and Cleone Schmidt and by six nieces and…

January 12, 1947 - August 29, 2012

Luella Martha Reinke

Luella Martha Reinke, the daughter of Rudolph and Anna Werner Meehlhause was born August 15, 1917 in Hartley, IA. She grew up on a farm until 1924 when the family moved to Hartley, where she graduated high school. Luella was united in marriage to Raymond Reinke on August 29, 1938. They…

August 15, 1917 - August 28, 2012

Dale LeRoy Roberts

Dale Leroy Roberts, the son of Arthur and Roberta Beckham Roberts, was born June 13, 1934 in Buena Vista County, Iowa. Dale grew up in the Sutherland and Peterson areas. He received his education in Peterson and graduated from the Peterson High School. Following his schooling, Dale enlisted with…

June 13, 1934 - August 26, 2012

Burdette 'Bert' Ernest Menke

Burdette "Bert" Ernest Menke, the son of John and Ella (Platt) Menke, was born on January 1, 1937, in Calumet, Iowa. He was raised and attended country schools in the area. Bert worked for John Deere in Primghar before entering into the military. He enlisted in the United States Air Force on…

January 1, 1937 - August 25, 2012

Helen B. Dean

Helen B. Dean, daughter of Myron J. and Clara (Paddock) Stanton, was born June 29, 1927 in Spencer, IA. She was a third generation Spencerite, graduating from Spencer High School in 1945. Helen married Gerald W. "Jerry" Dean, August 22, 1948, in the First Baptist Church, Spencer, IA. She…

June 29, 1927 - August 21, 2012

Les Hintz

Leslie Boyd Hintz, the son of Manville and Nora (Larson) Hintz, was born June 8, 1938 in Kiester, MN. His childhood years were spent in Spencer, where he receive his education, graduating from Spencer High School. Les earned a football scholarship and attended Lancaster College in California…

June 8, 1938 - August 20, 2012

Robert Dean 'Nuke' Newcomb

Robert Dean "Nuke" Newcomb, the son of Roy and Hazel (Howard) Newcomb, was born April 4, 1936 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood was spent in Spencer, where he received his education, graduating from Spencer High School. Nuke married Saundra Faye Rogers on January 19, 1958 in Spencer. …

April 4, 1936 - August 19, 2012

'Chevy' Evans

Scott Lynn 'Chevy' Evans, the son of Fred and Shirley (Kriens) Evans, was born on September 16, 1963, in Minneapolis, MN. His family moved to Dumont, IA and that's where he attended school. After school he worked for his dad at his company, Nu Modern Resurfacing, where they resurfaced bowling…

September 16, 1963 - August 19, 2012

Mildred Loretta Swanson

Mildred Loretta Swanson, the daughter of Christian and Martha Hjelm Toft, was born August 13, 1918 in rural Royal, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Royal area and she received her early education in Royal country school and graduated. Following her graduation, Mildred attended…

August 13, 1918 - August 18, 2012

Vesta Doris Rouse

Vesta Rouse passed away on August 16, 2012, following a lengthy stay at St. Luke's Nursing Home in Spencer, Iowa. Vesta Doris ( Remillard) Meleky Rouse, the daughter of Jesse and Marie (Meyer) Remillard, was born February 8, 1922, in Sioux Rapids, Iowa. Vesta received her education in the…

February 8, 1922 - August 16, 2012

Harry Albert Sands

Harry Albert Sands, the son of Albert and Frieda Strackbein Sands was born April 23, 1947 in Anthon, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Anthon area where he attended school and graduated from Anthon Oto High School. Harry served as a machinist in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam…

April 23, 1947 - August 15, 2012

Frank Howard Kruse

Frank Howard Kruse, the son of Ivan and Ruby (DeMar) Kruse, was born October 31, 1930 in the Peterson area of Clay County, Iowa. He attended country schools for his early education and later graduated from Royal Consolidated High School in 1949. After enlisting in the U.S. Navy, he served for 4…

October 31, 1930 - August 13, 2012

Sandra Kay Christensen

Sandra Kay Christensen, the daughter of Henry and Virginia Marie (Traughber) Christensen, was born September 7, 1947 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer, where she received her education. Sandra was a lifetime resident of Spencer, Iowa and worked at the Sunshine…

September 7, 1947 - August 11, 2012

Grace Carol Hynes

Mrs. Hynes, the daughter of J. Chester King and Bessie Gustin King was born April 10, 1911 in a farmhouse south of Dickens, Iowa. She attended country school in Logan Township through the 8th grade and graduated from Spencer High School at the age of 16. After graduating from high…

April 10, 1911 - August 11, 2012

Millie Olhausen

Mildred 'Millie' Matilda Olhausen, the daughter of Peter Frederick and Ethel Maude (Parish) Toft, was born June 29, 1921 in Royal, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Royal, where she received her education, graduating from Royal High School. Millie married Fred Olhausen in 1939…

June 29, 1921 - August 11, 2012

Daniel Raye Duitsman

Daniel Raye Duitsman, the son of Donald Lewis and Doreen (Luehring) Duitsman, was born June 8, 1960 in Ames, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Ames until his family moved to Spencer, Iowa. He attended grade school in Spencer and later graduated from Spencer High School in 1978. …

June 8, 1960 - August 9, 2012

Dolores Jean Averill Hintz Hoppe

Dolores J. Averill Hintz Hoppe, the daughter of David and Esther (Todd) Averill, was born on March 21, 1933, in Des Moines, IA. Her family moved to the Spencer area when she was 6 where she attended school in Rossie graduating in 1951. Dolores married Henry Hintz on January 20, 1956 in…

March 21, 1933 - August 9, 2012

Ellen Catherine Binder

Ellen Catherine Binder, 88 passed away peacefully on August 9, 2012 in Mesa, Arizona. She was born to John and Bessie Beals in Ottawa County, Kansas on April 30, 1924. Ellen led a very happy, active life filled with family, friends, and many activities such as painting, sewing for her family, her…

April 30, 1924 - August 9, 2012

J. Jeanette Baysinger

Jeannette Baysinger, the daughter of William and Clara (Seibel) Maurer, was born October 4, 1910 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer where she received her education, graduating from Spencer High School. She later attended a Business school in Des Moines for 1� years. …

October 4, 1910 - August 7, 2012

Virginia Ruth Lubbers

Virginia Ruth Lubbers, the daughter of Orin and Mabel (Anderson) Groe, was born July 5, 1929 in Mason City, IA. She graduated from Lake Mills High School in 1947, attended Drake University and the University of Iowa, graduating with a BSC degree in 1952. Virginia married Paul H. Martin…

July 5, 1929 - August 6, 2012

Arleen Lillian Ott

Arleen Lillian Ott, daughter of Julius Wm. and Ella (Riessen) Schroeder, was born on December 2, 1914, on the family farm in Muscatine County, IA. She was raised and received her early education, attending grade school in Blue Grass, IA. She attended Central High School in Davenport, IA,…

December 2, 1914 - August 4, 2012

Virginia Ann Freeburg

Virginia Ann Freeburg, the daughter of Otto and Elsie Jaeger Moeller, was born June 11, 1924 on a farm in Royal, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Royal where she received her early education and graduated from the Royal High School. Virginia married John Raymond 'Ray' Freeburg on…

June 11, 1924 - August 4, 2012

William N. Peterson

William Nelson Peterson, 83 of Kenmare passed away Friday evening August 3, 2012 in Kenmare. Funeral service will be Thursday, August 9, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at Nazareth Lutheran Church in Kenmare with the Rev. John Syvertson officiating. Visitation will be held Wednesday, August 8, 2012 from…

February 14, 1929 - August 3, 2012

Margaret Mary Joynt

Margaret Mary Joynt, the daughter of Harold and Thelma Spear Theesfeld was born August 15, 1955 in Estherville, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Mallard, IA area, where she attended Mallard schools. After graduating from Mallard High School in 1974 she married Pat Joynt. …

August 15, 1955 - August 2, 2012

Catherine Marie Utley

Catherine Marie (Yunker) Utley, the daughter of Ada and George Yunker, was born November 11, 1922, in Yakima, Washington. She spent her childhood in Yakima and graduated from Yakima High School. She worked as a chauffeur for military dignitaries during WWII at Fort Lewis, Washington. She…

November 11, 1922 - July 31, 2012

Dorothy Maxine Brausey

Dorothy Maxine Brausey, the daughter of Oliver and Amy (Crow) Domer, was born December 21, 1928 in Waterloo, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Waterloo where she received her education, graduating from Waterloo High School. After graduation, she worked for two years as a nanny for a…

December 21, 1928 - July 26, 2012

July 26, 2012 - July 26, 2012

Terry Ray Brugman

of Spencer, Iowa formerly of Sioux Rapids. Terry Ray Brugman, the son of Karl and Eva (Olhausen) Brugman, was born January 17, 1938 in Webb, Iowa. He was the 8th child of ten children. He was raised on a farm near Sioux Rapids, IA, where he received his education, graduating from Sioux…

January 17, 1938 - July 25, 2012

Robert 'Bob' Eugene Syndergaard

Robert 'Bob' Eugene Syndergaard, the son of Peter H. and Beatrice Rose (Brees) Syndergaard, was born July 2, 1927 in Royal, Iowa. His childhood years were spent on the farm near Peterson, where he received his early education at a country school north of Peterson. He later attended and…

July 2, 1927 - July 23, 2012

Kristine Marie Garner

Kristine Marie Garner, the daughter of Orval and Macyl Hamann, was born on February 1, 1956 in Storm Lake, Iowa. She spent most of her childhood in Albert City and attended Albert City - Truesdale High School. She lived several years in Fonda where she raised her family. After moving to Spencer in…

February 1, 1956 - July 22, 2012

Shirley Anna Marie Wede

Shirley Anna Marie Wede, the daughter of Theodore and Leila Klatt Toft, was born November 25, 1931 in Royal, Iowa. She received her early education and graduated from the Royal High School in 1949. On October 30, 1950, Shirley married Clarence Andrew Wede at the St. Louis Catholic Church in…

November 25, 1931 - July 21, 2012

Edith Reinke

Edith Mae Reinke, the daughter of George and Idella Knau Reinke, was born January 27, 1913 in Manitoba, Canada. She received her early education in Geneva and then graduated from Hartley High School. Following her schooling, Edith worked at the Hartley Creamery, various waitress jobs in…

January 27, 1913 - July 20, 2012

Daniel Lee Roberts

Daniel Lee Roberts, the son of Elwin and Helen Peck Roberts was born in Curlew, IA on August 31, 1937. He attended school in Emmetsburg, IA. Daniel entered the U.S. Navy in 1956 serving on the USS Bremerton until his honorable discharge in 1960. He then attended a trade school in Ames,…

August 31, 1937 - July 20, 2012

Mary Louise Stanford

Mary Louise Stanford, the daughter of John and Mabel Stearns Fredenburg, was born June 26, 1918 in Sutherland, Iowa. Mary received her early education and graduated from the Cherokee High School. Mary married William Stanford in 1938 in Sioux City, Iowa. Following their marriage, they…

June 26, 1918 - July 19, 2012

Eddie Beck, Jr.

Eddie Beck, Jr., of Peterson, Iowa, died Sunday, July 15, 2012, at Cherokee Regional Medical Center, Cherokee, Iowa, where he was born 70 years earlier. He was born March 27, 1942 to Marie (Sump) and Edwin (Nubs) Beck and grew up in the hills and fields of the Beck Ranch in rural Sutherland,…

March 27, 1942 - July 15, 2012

Marjorie Lou Joines

Marjorie is the mother of Julie Thiesen of Terril and the late Jolene Bates of Ruthven. Marjorie Lou Joines, the daughter of Harold and Lula Petersen Drake, was born October 25, 1918, at Sutherland, Iowa. She attended and graduated from the Larrabee consolidated school in 1936. She worked…

October 25, 1918 - July 13, 2012

Susan Marie Thomsen

Susan Marie Thomsen, the daughter of Bernard and Berma (Olson) Thomsen, was born March 24, 1942 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer, where she received her early education in Meadow Township Country Schools #8 & #9. Susan later attended and graduated from Spencer High…

March 24, 1942 - July 11, 2012

Stanley Schoelerman

Stan was born on July 22, 1924 to John F. and Alice B. Schoelerman at their farm home south of Everly. Stan attended school in Everly and graduated from high school in1942. He married Muriel Wynette White on September 30th, 1945. The couple lived and worked on the Everly family farm until 1964. …

July 22, 1924 - July 8, 2012

Gertrude Ethel Sutherland

Gertrude E. "Trudy" Sutherland, the daughter of Charles and Sophia (Miller) Kiley, was born on July 19, 1922 in Dickens, IA. She received her early education at Brown Country School near Clinton, IA and then later moving to Decatur, IL. The family then moved back to Dickens where she finished…

May 19, 1922 - July 8, 2012

Mary Darlene Curry

Mary Darlene Curry, the daughter of Edward and Marie McNally Kunert was born September 18, 1934 in Emmetsburg, IA. She attended school in Emmetsburg before moving to Spencer. Mary married Donald Curry on November 5, 1952 in Spencer, IA. She enjoyed shopping, long car rides, walks,…

September 18, 1934 - July 7, 2012

Clifford L. Pettit

Clifford Lee Pettit, the son of Thomas W. and Maude (Caskey) Pettit, was born on September 13, 1926, in Everly, Iowa. He was raised and received his early education in Everly. Following graduation, he entered into the military on January 4, 1945 serving in the U.S. Army. He was honorably…

September 13, 1926 - July 4, 2012

Bennett E. Mugge

Bennett Ernest Mugge, the son of Arthur and Grace Hessenius Mugge, was born June 6, 1933 in Calumet, IA. His family moved to Spencer, Iowa when he was a child. He received his education in Spencer, where he received his education graduating from Spencer High School in 1951. After his…

June 6, 1933 - July 3, 2012

Violet Opal Anderson

Violet Vi Opal Anderson, the daughter of William and Maudie (Passieux) Waechter, was born March 22, 1921 in Monowi, NE. Her childhood years were spent in Lynch, NE, where she attended country school and later graduated from Lynch High School in 1939. Vi married Fred Anderson on December…

March 22, 1921 - June 29, 2012

Helen Christine Sophia Mossengren

Helen Christine Sophia Mossengren, the daughter of Carl and Valborg Johnson, was born June 9, 1920, near Rossie, IA. Her family moved to the Webb, IA, community in 1921, where she lived the remainder of her life. She graduated from Garfield High School in 1937. Helen married Carl…

June 9, 1920 - June 28, 2012

Larry Lee Miller

Larry Lee Miller, the son of Vern and Maurine (Brallier) Miller, was born September 12, 1944, in Spencer, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Ruthven area where he received his education at Ruthven Consolidated Schools. Following his schooling, he entered the military and served with the U.…

September 12, 1944 - June 27, 2012

Clarice 'Tex' Raye Hand

Clarice Raye Hand, the daughter of Clifford and Lillian (Schulke) Carmicheal, was born March 8, 1945, in Red Oak, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Red Oak, where she received her education at Red Oak Schools. She furthered her education by attending cosmetology school. Clarice had many…

March 8, 1945 - June 27, 2012

Joyce Lurene Lundt

Joyce Lurene Lundt, the daughter of Ernest and Esther (Erickson) Johnson, was born July 23, 1924 in Milford, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Milford, where she received her education, graduating from Milford High School. Joyce later attended Buena Vista College for her teaching…

July 23, 1924 - June 26, 2012

Lois M.Thiessen

Lois M. Thiessen, the daughter of Raymond and Iola (Johnson) Hyde, was born on March 26, 1939, in Spencer, Iowa. She was raised and received her early education in the Terril area, graduating from Terril High School. Lois married Larry Thiessen on September 6, 1959, in Terril, IA.…

March 26, 1939 - June 23, 2012

Ernest Dale 'E.D. Junior' Kruse

Ernest Dale Kruse, the son of Ernest H. and Amanda Schmidt Kruse was born September 6, 1925, in Spencer, Iowa. Junior's childhood was spent on the family farm where he farmed with his father. He received his education in Rossie. On March 24, 1946, Junior was united in marriage to Loretta…

September 6, 1925 - June 21, 2012

Wendell John Chris Nothwehr

Wendell John Chris Nothwehr, the son of Arthur John and Luella Bertha (Felten) Nothwehr, was born February 18, 1941 in Cherokee, Iowa. He was baptized on March 16, 1941 at St. John's Church near Peterson. His childhood years were spent in Brooke Township in Cherokee County north of Peterson,…

February 18, 1941 - June 20, 2012

Glenn Allen Wetherell

Glenn Allen Wetherell, the son of Ralph and Violet Stanton Wetherell was born December 21, 1948 in Iowa City, IA. He grew up in the Storm Lake, IA area where he attended Storm Lake schools. He served in the U.S. Army from January 4, 1968, until his honorable discharge on January 3, 1974. …

December 21, 1948 - June 19, 2012

Dolores 'Dee' Elaine O'Connor

Dolores 'Dee' Elaine O'Connor, the daughter of John Elmer and Lillian Degner Disch, was born February 9, 1935 in Sioux City, Iowa. It was there that she received her education and graduated from Central High School. Dee then began working for Bell Telephone Company as a supervisor. On…

February 9, 1935 - June 18, 2012

Curtis LeRoy Jacobson

Curtis LeRoy Jacobson, the son of Walter Lawrence and Emily Ethel (Nelson) Jacobson, was born on April 26, 1924 in Palmer, IA. He was baptized and confirmed into the Christian faith at the Palmer Methodist Church. He resided in the Palmer area until 1939, when his family moved to a farm in…

April 26, 1924 - June 13, 2012

Pauline Eva Kaus

Pauline Eva Kaus, the daughter of Henry and Lulu (Sebastian) Kaus, was born September 22, 1913 in Clay County, Iowa. She attended Clay County Rural School and later graduated from Spencer High School. Pauline attended Morningside College in Sioux City, where she received her degree in…

September 22, 1913 - June 11, 2012

Thomas Robert Rebec

Thomas R. Rebec was born February 3, 1926 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa to Rufus and Helen (Zivney) Rebec. His childhood years were spent in Cedar Rapids where he hunted the woods and fished the river. He graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School in 1944 and from Coe College in 1948. He was a…

February 3, 1926 - June 10, 2012

Michael M. Rohan

Michael M. Rohan, 6, died Sunday, June 10, 2012 at Sanford Childrens Hospital, Sioux Falls. He was born December 26, 2005 in Spencer, IA to Kevin and Susan (Johnson) Rohan. His family moved to Brookings, SD and returned to Spencer in December 2007. Michael attended Johnson Elementary where he had…

December 26, 2005 - June 10, 2012

Katherine Jo Collins

Katherine Jo Collins, the daughter of James and Marilyn (Lough) Trunnell, was born on January 10, 1949, in Estherville, IA. She was raised in the northwest Iowa area graduating from Milford High School. After high school she attended Morningside College and then later attended ILCC, where she…

January 10, 1949 - June 7, 2012

Evelyn Clarken

Evelyn Lucille Clarken, the daughter of Ernest Lynn and Hazel Chrystal Pulley Brown, was born October 22, 1921 in Palmer, Iowa. She attended country school in Gilmore City, then on to Fonda and ending up in junior high in Fort Dodge, Iowa where she graduated in 1940. She was united in…

October 22, 1921 - June 7, 2012

Lincoln Lee Brooks

Lincoln Lee Brooks, the son of William and Clara LaFlame Brooks was born June 1, 1921, in North Troy, VT. His childhood years were spent in the North Troy area where he attended school. He married Katherine Vincent on June 19, 1940, in North Troy. Lincoln enlisted in the U.S. Army in…

June 1, 1921 - June 3, 2012

August 12, 1932 - June 1, 2012

Ivan Randolph Eninger

Ivan Randolph Eninger, the son of Paul and Opal (Amick) Eninger, was born May 10, 1929 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood was spent on the Royal road six miles south of Spencer, where he received his education at a country school near their farm and in Sioux Township, later graduating from…

May 10, 1929 - May 30, 2012

Paul Strautz

Paul Edward Strautz, the son of Fred and Bertha (Hoar), was born on August 18, 1920, in Onawa, IA. He spent his childhood on a farm southeast of Onawa. He attended the Onawa Public Schools and graduated in 1938. After graduation, he attended Iowa State College studying Engineering and…

August 18, 1920 - May 30, 2012

Ellen Viola Meyer

Ellen Viola Brandt Meyer, daughter of Karin Larsdotter and Wilhelm Nilsson Brandt, was born March 1, 1919 in Cherokee, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent on a farm in the Cherokee area. Ellen married Elvie John Meyer on December 24, 1939 in Dakota City, Nebraska. Throughout their…

March 1, 1919 - May 29, 2012

Wanda Lee Birchard

Wanda Lee Birchard, the daughter of Catherine and Harry (Terry) Regennitter was born on December 26, 1935 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer, where she graduated from Spencer High School. Wanda married her high school sweet heart, Marvin Heikens in Spencer, on…

December 26, 1935 - May 26, 2012

Robert Lee (Bob) Blum

Robert Lee (Bob) Blum was born June 3, 1926. His parents were Minor O. Blum and Bertha (Ryon) Blum. Bob attended Terril School, graduating in 1943. He attended Iowa State University, and then spent several years fitting sale cattle for purebred shorthorn breeders in Minnesota, South Dakota,…

June 3, 1926 - May 25, 2012

Paula Rae Uecker

Paula Rae Uecker, the daughter of Al and Marlly (DeHaan) Gerritsen, was born November 9, 1953 in Orange City, IA. Paula grew up in Spencer, where she graduated from Spencer High School. Following high school, she worked at Spencer Foods, and was also a member of Hope Reformed Church. In…

November 9, 1953 - May 20, 2012

Darrell Norman Beving

Darrell Norman Beving, the son of Joe and Pearl (Shatto) Beving, was born September 4, 1927 in Fostoria, IA. Most of his life was spent in the Langdon/Fostoria/Dickens area, where he received his early education, graduating from Lake Center High School. Following high school, he attended a…

September 4, 1927 - May 19, 2012

Treva Rae Johnson

Treva Rae Johnson, the daughter of Roy and Elsie (Kischer) Johnson, was born February 10, 1941 in Ruthven, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Albert City, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Albert City High School. Following high school, she attended at business…

February 10, 1941 - May 18, 2012

LaVonne 'Bonnie' Biekert

LaVonne "Bonnie" Lee Biekert, the daughter of Lloyd and Edith (Thompson) Gates, was born March 29, 1934 in Worthington, MN. Her childhood years were spent in Worthington, where she received her education, graduating from Worthington High School in 1952. LaVonne married Eldon James…

March 29, 1934 - May 18, 2012

Shirley Mae Steuben

Shirley Mae Steuben was born November 1, 1929, in Everly, IA. She was raised there by her mother, Kathryn (Schoelerman) Schoenewe and graduated from Everly High School in 1947. After her schooling, she worked for a time as a waitress. Shirley married Gene Steuben on June 6, 1948, in…

November 1, 1929 - May 16, 2012

Donald Ray Wolford

Donald Ray Wolford, the son of Charles Edward and Ruth Evelyn (Tatro) Wolford, was born July 8, 1937 in Newell, Iowa. His early childhood years were spent in Newell, where he started his education. His family later moved to Spencer, Iowa, where he completed his education, graduating…

July 8, 1937 - May 14, 2012

Sandra Lou Barrett

Sandra Lou Barrett, the daughter of Raymond and Esther Armstrong Spiess, was born October 14, 1942 in Fort Dodge, Iowa. She was raised in Knoke, Iowa and received her education in Pomeroy, Iowa. Sandie married Patrick J. Barrett on August 5, 1961 in Fonda, Iowa. Following their marriage…

October 14, 1942 - May 12, 2012

Lynette 'Lynn' C. (Straub) Broyer

Lynette C (Straub) Broyer Lynn, 75, a former Overland Park, Kansas resident, passed away quietly May 11, 2012, after a short illness, at the Sky Ridge Medical Center in Lone Tree, Colorado, to join her beloved dog, Scamper, a Bichon Frise who had died several years earlier of cancer. A…

September 20, 1936 - May 11, 2012

Everett Claus Frederick Sunkenberg

Everett C. F. Sunkenberg, passed away at the Banner Baywood Hospital in Mesa, Arizona, on Monday, May 7, 2012 at 10:30 am. Everett Clause Fredrick Sunkenberg was born August 30, 1913 in O'Brien County, Iowa, near Gaza to Ernest A. Sunkenberg and Rosa Louise (Steffens) Sunkenberg. His…

August 31, 1913 - May 7, 2012

Bruce Gifford

Bruce Gerald Gifford, Jr., the son of Bruce and Helen (Nelson) Gifford, Sr. was born April 19, 1931 in Clay County, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Lake Center Schools, graduating from Lake Center High School in 1949. Bruce married Shirley Inman on December 6, 1951 in…

April 19, 1931 - May 6, 2012

Frances Evelyn Weber

Frances Evelyn Weber, the daughter of William A. and Christina (Johansen) Weber was born October 10, 1916 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer, where she graduated from Spencer High School in 1932. Throughout her adult years, Frances remained in Spencer her entire…

October 10, 1916 - May 5, 2012

Timothy Lee Kehoe

Timothy Lee Kehoe, the son of Eugene and Alice (Stinogel) Kehoe, was born on February 24, 1957, in Spencer, IA. He was baptized (1958) and confirmed (May 9, 1971) at the Grace United Methodist Church. He received his early education in Spencer graduating from high school. After high school,…

February 24, 1957 - May 5, 2012

Marlin Keith Foote

Marlin Keith Foote, the son of Alden and Aurelia (Schley) Foote, was born October 28, 1927 in Spirit Lake, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the communities of Dickens and Spencer, where he received his early education. Following his schooling, he entered the military and served with…

October 28, 1927 - May 4, 2012

Jeanette 'Jean' Marie Steinbeck

Jeanette Marie Steinbeck, the daughter of John and Marie (Berberich) Norman, was born on January 17, 1927, in Royal, Iowa. She was raised on a farm north of Royal and attended school in Everly, where she graduated in 1945. Following high school, she continued her education by attending Buena…

January 17, 1927 - May 3, 2012

Jenell Quee

Jenell Marie Quee, the daughter of Herold and Jennie (Birchard) Quee, was born June 11, 1952, in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent on a farm two miles west of the Little Sioux Lutheran Church until her family moved to Lake Park in 1962. She was baptized at the Zion Methodist…

June 11, 1952 - May 1, 2012

Phyllis Arlene Heikens

Phyllis Arlene Heikens, daughter of Wesley Frank and Estella Ella (Davis) Kohn, was born on August 12, 1928, on a farm north of Spencer. She was the only pupil in her grade at Meadow Township country school. In high school she showed calves through 4H and dreamed of owning a house on a…

August 12, 1928 - May 1, 2012

Lorraine Margaret Anderson

Lorraine Margaret Anderson, the daughter of William and Catherine (Loftus) Supple, was born January 12, 1920 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Cedar Rapids, where she received her education at Immaculate Conception Grade School and High school, graduating in 1938. …

January 12, 1920 - May 1, 2012

Esther All

Esther All, the daughter of James and Bertha Buttolph Dryden was born March 17, 1913 in Emmetsburg, IA. Esther was the 7th of 8 children and grew up on a farm near Emmetsburg. She received a certificate of education from Drake University Junior College of Education in June 1932 at 19 years…

March 17, 1913 - April 29, 2012

Roger E. Riley

Roger E. Riley, the son of Otto and Faye (DeNoyer) Riley, was born June 29, 1941, in Royal, IA. His childhood years were spent in Royal where he received his early education. He entered the military where he served with the National Guard Reserve. Roger was later drafted into the U. S. Army…

June 29, 1941 - April 26, 2012

Elsie Oveson

Elsie Vetter Oveson was born on January 20, 1916 in Eureka, SD to Frank and Eva Vetter. After high school graduation, she attended Aberdeen State College in Aberdeen, SD where she attained her Teaching Certificate. It was there that she met her future husband, Olger Oveson. After college, she…

January 20, 1916 - April 23, 2012

Lucille Irene Ollinger

Lucille Irene Ollinger, the daughter of Guy and Mildred (Flipsey) Parks, was born on August 30, 1921, in Dickens, IA. She was raised and received her early education in Clay County by attending Harmony Country School and then Gillett Grove High School. On November 27, 1944, Lucille…

August 30, 1921 - April 23, 2012

Marilyn Mae Gathman

Marilyn Mae Gathman, the daughter of Wilbur and Gertrude Leslie, was born May 22, 1936 in Everly, Iowa. She received her early education in Everly and graduated from the Everly High School in 1954. Following her schooling, Marilyn worked for her mother in Molly's Caf� in Everly. On…

May 22, 1936 - April 15, 2012

James F. Hypse

James "Jim" Franklin Hypse, the son of Taniel and Frances Brown Hypse, was born April 2, 1928, in Wakefield, NE, and graduated from Wakefield High School in 1946. Jim then attended St. Louis School of Mortuary Science in 1949. In 1951, Jim served in Grave Registration of the U.S. Army in Korea…

April 2, 1928 - April 14, 2012

Mark L. Smith

Mark Lewis Smith, the son of Veral and Judy Rish Smith was born July 16, 1961 in Remus, MI. His childhood years were spent in the Remus area where he graduated high school. Mark married Heidi Smith on December 19, 1987 at Chapel of Roses in Las Vegas, NV. They later divorced. He worked…

July 16, 1961 - April 14, 2012

John 'Johnnie' Howard Heien

John H. Heien, the son of Harm and Mamie Pickinpaugh Heien, was born December 12, 1926 at their home near Greenville, Iowa. He attended school in Greenville. During World War II, John enlisted in the U.S. Navy in December of 1944. He was at Great Lakes naval Training Station and then served on a…

December 12, 1926 - April 12, 2012

Hjelmer Nis Huberg

Hjelmer Nis Huberg is the son of Hans and Mary Huberg. He was born on a farm south of Royal on January 21, 1914. His childhood years were spent on the farm near Royal. Hjelmer married Dorothy Zieman of Peterson on December 27, 1934. Following their marriage, they lived on a farm…

January 21, 1914 - April 9, 2012

Terry Dean Nicolaisen

Terrance 'Terry' Dean Nicolaisen, the son of Victor B. and Jo Hobbs Nicolaisen was born August 24, 1935 in Spencer, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Spencer area where he graduated from Spencer High School. Terry married Janet Mowry on August 2, 1957 in Yellow Springs, OH. He…

August 24, 1935 - April 9, 2012

Betty Lou Sweet

Betty Lou was born July 16, 1932 in Arnolds Park, Iowa. She was the only child to Bessie E. and Elmer W. Riemer. She attended school in Arnolds Park, graduating from Arnolds Park High School in 1950. Betty was married to John A. Anderson in 1950. They made their home outside of the…

July 16, 1932 - April 8, 2012

Charlotte Ruth Bossinger

Charlotte Ruth Bossinger, the daughter of Melvin and Myrtle Hall Alcorn was born July 8, 1925 in Bradgate, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Ireton, IA, Peterson, IA, Rutland, MN and Fox Lake, MN. Charlotte married Robert Smith on December 26, 1943, in Defiance, OH. Robert passed away…

July 8, 1925 - April 2, 2012

JoAnn Steen Walmer

JoAnn Walmer, the daughter of Kenneth and Dorothy Reinke Steen entered our world on July 28, 1938 in Hartley, Iowa. JoAnn spent her early years on a farm near Hartley, first attending Hartley No. 7, a country school, and then going on to high school in Hartley. She loved being on the farm…

July 28, 1938 - April 1, 2012

R. Thomas Nelson

R. Thomas (Tom) Nelson was born May 4, 1930, to Ralph Herbert Nelson and Emma Frances (Tucker) Nelson in Spencer, Iowa. He graduated from Spencer High School in 1948. Following graduation he attended Jewelry, Hand Engraving and Watchmaking School in Peoria, Illinois, followed by two years of…

May 4, 1930 - March 30, 2012

Ralph Christian Toft

of Spirit Lake formerly of Royal, Iowa. Ralph Christian Toft was born to Chris and Martha Hjelm Toft on February 3, 1926 on the family farm south of Royal. He was educated in a country school south of Royal and graduated from Royal High School in 1943. He was united in marriage to…

February 3, 1926 - March 25, 2012

Robert 'Bob' Wayne Nelson

Robert Wayne Nelson, the son of Walter and Carrie (Larsen) Nelson, was born March 14, 1924 in Dell Rapids, SD. His childhood years were spent in the Dell Rapid, SD area, where he received his education, graduating from Dell Rapids High School. Following his graduation, he entered the…

March 14, 1924 - March 18, 2012

Leslie Jensen

Leslie Irving Jensen, the son of Jens Hansen and Christine (Thompson) Jensen, was born on February 7, 1925 in Royal Iowa. He was raised and received his early education in Royal, graduating from high school in 1942. Following high school, he entered into the military on January 14, 1946,…

February 7, 1925 - March 17, 2012

Della Marie Kruckenberg

Della Marie Kruckenberg, the daughter of Silas Frank and Della Ida (Borland) Steele, was born on March 2, 1921, in Sutherland, IA, where she was raised and received her early education, graduating from Sutherland High School in 1941. On September 1, 1949, Della married Herbert…

March 2, 1921 - March 16, 2012

Dorothy Weber

Dorothy Mae Weber, the daughter of Arthur and Mae Anderson Woodford, was born September 14, 1917 on a farm east of Webb. She attended the Garfield School and graduated from there in 1934. She married Edward Weber on December 30, 1939 in Spencer, Iowa. They lived in the Webb area where Ed…

September 14, 1917 - March 16, 2012

Lois A. Seversen

Lois Arlene Seversen, the daughter of John and Esther Larsen Andersen, was born April 26, 1922 in Spencer, Iowa. Lois was baptized on May 28, 1922 and confirmed on April 5, 1936 at the Bethany Lutheran Church in Spencer. She received her early education and graduated from the Lake Center High…

April 26, 1922 - March 15, 2012

Gary Lee Logan

Gary Lee Logan, the son of John and Helen (Underwood) Logan was born March 28, 1940 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer, where he received his education, graduating from Spencer High School. Following high school, he worked at various service stations in Spencer. He…

March 28, 1940 - March 14, 2012

Anne Byers

Margaret Anne Byers, the daughter of Willie and Ida Evelyn Sarson Stead, was born August 10, 1934 near Bristol, England. Her family moved to the United States and settled in Milford, Iowa in 1948. Her childhood years were spent in Milford where she received her education, graduating from Milford…

August 10, 1934 - March 14, 2012

James L. Greene

James Leroy Greene, the son of S. L. 'Jack' and Esther Margaret (Heinsen) Greene, was born November 4, 1937, in Spencer, IA. His childhood years were spent in Greenville where he received his early education at the Greenville/Rossie Consolidated School. He later continued his education and…

November 4, 1937 - March 9, 2012

Dorothy Grace Alger

Dorothy Grace Alger, the daughter of Clair and Grace (Hersom) Salton, was born April 3, 1927 in Logan Township, Clay County, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent on a farm in Logan Township, where she received her early education at Rosevale country school and later graduated from…

April 3, 1927 - March 6, 2012

Dr. Franklin Jay Carver

Franklin Jay Carver, age 67, passed at home in Benicia, CA, on Tuesday, March 6, 2012 after his courageous battle with a rare type of soft tissue sarcoma cancer. Born June 19, 1944, in Spencer, Iowa, he lived in Florida- Tallahassee, Miami, Marco Island before settling with his wife in Benicia, CA…

June 19, 1944 - March 6, 2012

Delbert 'Dub' Lloyd Boyles

Delbert "Dub" Lloyd Boyles, the son of Everett and Maude Twogood Boyles was born November 16, 1918 in Hartley, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Everly, IA area, where he graduated from Everly High School in 1938. Delbert joined the U.S. Army in 1941 and was with the Army…

November 16, 1918 - February 29, 2012

Dorothy Elaine Reed

Dorothy Elaine Reed, 90, of Spencer Iowa, passed away on Tuesday, February 28, at Northshire Nursing Home in Spencer. Dorothy, only child of Fred and Ethel (McFarlane) Zwick, was born on August 25, 1921 on a farm east of Sutherland, Iowa. During her childhood she stayed with her…

August 25, 1921 - February 28, 2012

Marion Ellen Gove Taylor

Marion Ellen (Gove)Cutting, Whitney, Taylor The daughter of Earl Willis Gove and Deborah Jane Bowie. Marion was born in Bellows Falls, Vermont on 15 Feb. 1937. Living in the New England States most of her life, Marion has 4 siblings. Joyce who passed in 2010, Neil who passed in 1986, Robert…

February 15, 1937 - February 27, 2012

Wanda Jennie Stoermer

Wanda Jennie Stoermer the daugter of Lawrence and Katherine 'Kate' (Whalen) Prentice, was born in Nemaha, Iowa. She grew up in the Gillett Grove area where she attended Logan Country School and then graduated from the Gillett Grove Consolidated High School. Wanda married Leo Stoermer on…

November 11, 1915 - February 27, 2012

Patricia Rider

Patricia Susan Cornelius was born to Earl and Esther (Behrends) Cornelius on October 15, 1958 in Armstrong, Iowa. She graduated from high school in Emmetsburg, Iowa and then attended Iowa Lakes Community College. She married John H. Rider in 1982 in Emmetsburg, Iowa. Their only child, Nicole Ann…

October 15, 1958 - February 27, 2012

Robert Morrison Dillard

Robert Morrison Dillard, the son of Asher and Edna Dillard, was born August 15, 1921 in Walthill, Nebraska. His childhood years were spent in Walthill, where he received his education, graduating from Walthill High School. Bob continued his education at the University of Nebraska for…

August 15, 1921 - February 26, 2012

Betty Jean White

Betty Jean White, the daughter of William and Nellie (Price) Cook, was born September 16, 1921 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Spencer High School. Betty married Louis (L.A.) White on February 7, 1943…

September 16, 1921 - February 20, 2012

Irene Mallett

V. Irene Mallett, the daughter of Marvin and Orvilla (Prather) Schenatzki, was born November 27, 1920 in Ayrshire, Iowa. She was baptized in the Methodist faith. Her childhood years were spent in the Ayrshire, Iowa area. She attended school in Curlew and Truesdale. She was united…

November 27, 1920 - February 20, 2012

Alice Jane Levisay

Alice Jane Levisay, the daughter of Chauncey and Alice Eyestone Merwin, was born July 16, 1920 in Temple, Texas. As a young girl, Jane moved to Clear Lake, Iowa. She graduated in 1939. In 1941, Jane married her high school sweetheart, Jim Levisay. They were married for 58 years. Jane was…

July 16, 1920 - February 18, 2012

November 26, 1921 - February 16, 2012

Gloria VaLois Alger

Gloria VaLois Alger, the daughter of Emlet and Lillian (Albertson) Twito, was born August 28, 1932 in Estherville, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Estherville, where she received her education, graduating from Estherville High School. She continued her education at a Lutheran College in…

August 28, 1932 - February 16, 2012

Hilda Monica Kuehler

Hildagard Monica Kuehler, the daughter of Edward and Rose Tramp Feldhacker was born April 16, 1916 in Crofton, NE. Her childhood years were spent near Crofton where she attended Beaver Creek country school. Hilda married Henry Kuehler on November 21, 1939 in Menominee, NE. They moved to…

April 16, 1916 - February 15, 2012

Patricia Kay Kinnetz

Patricia Kay Kinnetz, the daughter of William and June (Ellis) Namanny, was born on May 13, 1956 in Sac City, Iowa. Patricia was raised and attended grade school in Rockwell City and then moved to Emmetsburg where she graduated from high school in 1975. Following high school, Patricia worked…

May 13, 1956 - February 14, 2012

Peggy Ellen Petersen

PEGGY E. PETERSEN, age 76 of Jefferson, passed away Saturday February 11, 2012 at Fort Atkinson Memorial Hospital. She was born on April 25, 1935 in Hartley, Iowa, daughter of he late Herman E. and Lila M. (Martin) Petersen. Peggy was a member of the St. Coletta of Wisconsin family for over 65…

April 25, 1935 - February 11, 2012

Bradley B. Howe

Bradley Bernhardt Howe, the son of Robert and Helen (Bjornstad) Howe, was born March 23, 1949, in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer, where he graduated from Spencer High School in 1967. Brad earned his BA Degree from The University of Iowa and then attended The University…

March 23, 1949 - February 11, 2012

Florence Maye Freeburg

Florence Maye Freeburg, the daughter of Earnest and Edna Myers Tuttle was born August 1, 1923 in Greenville, IA. After her mother passed away, Florence moved to Spencer, IA where she grew up and attended school. Florence married Gus Jr. Freeburg on January 31, 1942. They lived in…

August 1, 1923 - February 11, 2012

Ruth Odetta Rupert

Ruth Odetta Rupert, the daughter of Carl LeRoy and Virta Isabell (Prentice) Birchard, was born January 5, 1918 in Truesdale, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Gillett Grove, Iowa area, where she received her education at the Lake Center School. Ruth married Amos Rupert on…

January 5, 1918 - February 10, 2012

Lillian Marie Porter

Lillian Marie Porter, the daughter of Peter and Edna (Woltz) Godfredsen, was born April 1, 1914, in Bancroft, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Bancroft where she received her education, graduating from Bancroft High School. She continued her education at Iowa Teacher's College in Cedar…

April 1, 1914 - February 9, 2012

Cleo Evelyn Wolthuis

Cleo Evelyn Wolthuis, the daughter of Charlie and Minnie (Johannsen) Kohn, was born August 24, 1919, in Spencer, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer where she received her education, graduating from Spencer High School in 1938. Cleo married Martin Wolthuis on April 12,…

August 24, 1919 - February 8, 2012

Judith 'Judy' Rae Amick

Judith Rae Amick, the daughter of Harry and Viola Mary Clark Petersen, was born August 19, 1932 in Moneta, Iowa. Judy received her early education in Everly and graduated from the Everly High School in 1950. Judy married Don Marvin Amick on September 13, 1953 in Jackson MN. They began their…

August 19, 1932 - February 3, 2012

Jacqueline M. (Hach) Dunning

Jacqueline M. (Hach) Dunning, the daughter of Roland and Luella (Schneider) Hach, was born December 23, 1959 in McLaughlin, SD. Her childhood years were spent in McLaughlin, where she received her early education at Ft. Yates, SD. Her family moved to Everly, Iowa, where she completed her…

December 23, 1959 - February 2, 2012

Thomas (Tom) Dean Mickelson

Thomas (Tom) Dean Mickelson, the son of Leslie and Evelyn Mickelson, was born April 3, 1938 in LeMars, Iowa. He received his early education at Leeds Elementary and Leeds High School in Sioux City, Iowa. Following his schooling, Tom enlisted and served the United States Navy. On July 14,…

April 3, 1938 - January 30, 2012

Delbert Edison Lynn

Delbert Edison Lynn Jr., was born December 30, 1950 in Spencer, Iowa, the son of Nora E. (Scharnberg) and Delbert Edison Lynn Sr. Delbert grew up on the family farm southeast of Everly, Iowa. He was baptized and confirmed from the Hope Lutheran Church in Everly. Delbert graduated from the…

December 30, 1950 - January 29, 2012

September 6, 1942 - January 28, 2012

James Harold McDonnell

James Harold McDonnell, the son of Thomas Harold and Mary Josephine 'Mae' (Higley) McDonnell, was born May 28, 1937 in Whittemore, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Whittemore, where he received his early education. He graduated from the Presentation Academy in 1955. James continued…

May 28, 1937 - January 27, 2012

Ruth Larson

Ruth Rose Larson, the daughter of Ralph and Matilda (Van Scoy) Chatterton, was born April 29, 1920 in Peterson, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Peterson, where she received her education, graduating from Peterson High School. Following high school, she continued her education at The…

April 29, 1920 - January 27, 2012

Raymond L. Ball

Raymond Lora Ball, the son of Lora and Luella (Peterson) Ball, was born on March 9, 1929, on a farm near Webb, IA. He was raised in the Webb area and attended the Garfield Country School and then Garfield Webb High School, graduating in 1946. On October 7, 1950, Raymond married Maralyn…

March 9, 1929 - January 26, 2012

Lora Lena Kisch

Lora Lena Kisch, the daughter of Fred and Mina (Rabe) Hanselman, was born April 25, 1911 in West Bend, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in West Bend, where he received her education. She was baptized and confirmed at the Peace Lutheran Church in West Bend. Following her schooling, she…

April 25, 1911 - January 25, 2012

Loyd Joseph Batcheler

Loyd Joseph Batcheler the son of Martin Gilbert Batcheler and Viola French Batcheler was born December 9, 1914 on the family farm near Dickens, Iowa. Loyd received his early education at the Barlow Country School and graduated from Lake Center High School. He married Marjorie Lundt on…

December 9, 1914 - January 22, 2012

Hendrix Davis Shaughnessy

Hendrix Davis Shaughnessy, the infant son of Aaron and Katherine (Michels) Shaughnessy is survived by his parents; maternal grandparents, Rob and Traci Verdoorn; paternal grandparents, Daniel and Annette Shaughnessy; maternal great-grandparents, Jan and Helen Verdoorn, Rick and Terri Duhn,…

January 20, 2012 - January 20, 2012

Esther Gunnerson

Esther M. Gunnerson, the daughter of Arnold and Anna (Sump) Mueller was born July 30, 1916 in rural Peterson, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent on the family farm, where she received her education and later graduated as the Salutatorian from Brooke Consolidated School near Peterson. She…

July 30, 1916 - January 16, 2012

Ronald Joseph Darnell

Ronald Joseph Darnell, the son of Dale and Patricia (Hickmon) Darnell, was born on March 1, 1957, in Spencer, IA. He was raised and received his early education in Spencer graduating from Spencer High School in 1975. Following graduation, he enlisted in the United States Navy. After his…

March 1, 1957 - January 16, 2012

Lance Vergith

Lance Micheal Vergith, the son of Linda Johnson and Laird Vergith, was born on July 9, 1971 in Goldsboro, NC. He was raised in Broomfield, CO through early childhood years, later moving to Spencer, IA when he was 6 years old. He attended Spencer Schools, graduating from Spencer High School in…

July 9, 1971 - January 14, 2012

Alvena Mae Eldhardt

Alvena Mae Eldhardt, the daughter of David L. and Kate Ginger, was born June 28, 1920, in Gaza, Iowa. She grew up on a farm near Everly, IA. Alvena attended school in Everly, and worked as a cook alongside her mother feeding construction crews until she married Larry Eldhardt on November 26,…

June 28, 1920 - January 12, 2012

Leah Faye Sanderson

Leah Faye Sanderson, the daughter of George and Josephine Monson Johnson, was born June 15, 1921 in Sioux Rapids, Iowa. Leah received her early education at Cornell Consolidated School and graduated from the Sioux Rapids High School. She then attended Buena Vista University where she earned a…

June 15, 1921 - January 7, 2012

Norman Frederick Woelber

Norman Frederick Woelber, the son of Martin and Alma Sohl Woelber was born August 12, 1933 in Wheeler Township, in Lyon County, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the rural Hull area, where he was baptized and confirmed in St. Paul Lutheran Church in rural Hull. Norman graduated…

August 12, 1933 - January 7, 2012

January 5, 2012 - January 5, 2012

Florence Margaret Manning

Florence Margaret Manning was born to Wallace and Elizabeth (Bessie) Blanchard Bacon on August 13, 1918 in Keokuk, Iowa and passed away on January 4, 2012 at Rolling Green Village Nevada, Iowa. Florence was one of five children. When she was a year old, her parents traveled to China…

August 13, 1918 - January 4, 2012

Marli Jae Storm

Marli Jae Storm, the daughter of Brock and Jerrica (Kang) Storm, came into this world 15 weeks early under a shooting star. Born on November 14, 2011 in Estherville, Iowa weighing only 2 lbs. 3 oz., she was a micro-preemie with a ton of attitude. Hmm...wonder where she got that from. Marlis…

November 14, 2011 - December 30, 2011

Richard Luverne Hall

Richard Luverne Hall, the son of Henry and Essie (Karekel) Hall, was born on March 16, 1929 in Primghar, IA. His family moved to Sheldon when he was nine and where he received his early education. Richard entered into the military on January 22, 1952, serving in the U.S. Army during the Korean…

March 16, 1929 - December 29, 2011

June 23, 1951 - December 29, 2011

Yvonne L. Roberts

Yvonne L. Roberts, the daughter of Manuel George and Margaret Liliana (Apau) Borge, was born May 7, 1947 in Honolulu, Hawaii. Her childhood years were spent in Hawaii, where she received her early education. She was baptized in the Catholic faith. She met her husband John Roberts while…

May 7, 1947 - December 28, 2011

Albert 'Bert' Allen Adams

Albert (Bert) Allen Adams, the son of Cecil Parker and Helen (Nielsen) Adams, was born June 10, 1943 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer, where he received his education, graduating from Spencer High School. Bert married Ann Kirschbaum on February 6, 1965 in…

June 10, 1943 - December 28, 2011

James Larry Jordan

James Larry Jordan, the son of James and Gwen (Mather) Jordan, was born on December 22, 1942, in Santa Monica, CA. He was raised and received his early education there. Following high school, he moved to Iowa and started working for the Milwaukee Railroad. Larry married Cheri Taylor on…

December 22, 1942 - December 28, 2011

Roger Francis Lundberg

Roger Francis Lundberg, son of Bertha Harris and Emil Lundberg was born October 6, 1922 in Clay County, Iowa. He attended country school north of Peterson and graduated from Peterson High School in 1940. Roger grew up in the Maple Grove community and was a member of the Maple Grove…

October 6, 1922 - December 24, 2011

Randy Edward Harig

Randy Edward Harig, the son of Rudolph and Laura Hansen Harig, was born September 3, 1954 in Algona, IA. He received his early education at St. Cecelia's and graduated from Garrigan in Algona. Following his schooling, Randy did construction work and trucking. Randy married Joanne…

September 3, 1954 - December 22, 2011

Denise Lorrene Phillips

Denise was born in Perry, Iowa to Avis and Dick Phillips. She attended grade school in Blair, Nebraska and graduated from Sioux Rapids High School in 1977. Denise went to Iowa Lakes Community College where she earned her Licensed Practical Nurse degree and later worked at the Palo Alto…

May 13, 1959 - December 22, 2011

Vernon Bruce Van Kleek

Vernon Bruce Van Kleek, the son of Arthur and Rose Ross Van Kleek, was born May 25, 1928 in Webb, Iowa. He received his early education in Webb. Vernon married Mazy Williams on August 20, 1971 in Spencer, Iowa. Following their marriage they resided in Spencer. Vernon worked with heavy…

May 25, 1928 - December 21, 2011

Elma Leona Luckow

Elma Leona Luckow, the daughter of Paul and Isabelle Cradish Larm, was born April 26, 1922 in Royal, Iowa. Elma received her early education in Royal, Iowa. Elma married Harvey H. Luckow on June 26, 1979, in Maynard, MN. Elma lived in the communities of Royal, Ida Grove and Galva, later…

April 26, 1922 - December 21, 2011

Nancy Mae Stanislav

Nancy Mae Stanislav, the daughter of Charles and Nellie (Greenwalt) Nuice, was born November 20, 1936, in Fredrick, Maryland. Her childhood years were spent in Maryland where she received her education, graduating from Fredrick High School in 1953. Following her schooling, she…

November 20, 1936 - December 16, 2011

Shirley Tielbur

Shirley Ann Tielbur, the daughter of Donald and Luwyna (Fertig) Madsen, was born on April 8, 1932, in Des Moines, IA. She moved to Storm Lake as a young child where she was raised and attended school until she graduated from Storm Lake High School. Shirley married Frank Tielbur on…

April 8, 1932 - December 15, 2011

Vera R. French

Vera Ray French, the daughter of William L. and Lucy (Schroeder) Ray, was born on April 12, 1923, in Elk, WA. She received her early education in Elk, but graduated from Noxon High School in Montana. Following graduation, she worked as a timekeeper at Fairchild Air Force Base before attending…

April 12, 1923 - December 14, 2011

Kenneth Wayne Syndergaard

Kenneth Wayne Syndergaard, the son of Pete and Beatrice (Brees) Syndergaard, was born December 15, 1928 in Peterson, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Peterson area, where he received his education, graduating from Peterson High School. Ken married Evelyn Lavonne Triplett on…

December 15, 1928 - December 12, 2011

Kenneth Allen Stewart

Kenneth Allen Stewart, the son of Thomas and Maxine Heuer Stewart was born in Des Moines, Iowa. He spent his childhood years in the Fostoria and Milford, Iowa area with his mother and step-dad Walter Campbell. Ken moved to Marathon, Iowa, where he worked at First Co-op Elevator. He enjoyed…

May 16, 1967 - December 11, 2011

Gerald Frederick Freitag

Gerald Frederick Freitag, the son of Lester and Geneva Anderson Freitag, was born July 4, 1931 in St. Paul, MN. His childhood years were spent in the St. Paul area where he received his education. Gerald married Marie Horck on January 21, 1956 in New Port, MN. Following their marriage, they…

July 4, 1931 - December 10, 2011

Viola Minnie Larson

Viola Minnie "Vi" Larson, the daughter of August and Matilda (Schultz) Holterf, was born March 15, 1927 in Pomeroy, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Pomeroy, where she received her education. "Vi" married Lowell Larson on January 4, 1946 at the Little Brown Church in…

March 15, 1927 - December 7, 2011

Larry Kramer

Larry D. Kramer, the son of Albert and Vena (Hopfe) Kramer, was born June 16, 1940 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Spencer area, where he received his education at Riverton #4 Country School near Spencer and then later attended Spencer High School. Larry married…

June 16, 1940 - December 5, 2011

October 23, 1954 - December 5, 2011

Shirley Lorraine Crabtree

Shirley Lorraine Crabtree, the daughter of Fred and Grace Patricia (Eldridge) Nicholi, was born September 27, 1924 in Aurora, IL. Her childhood years were spent in Cedar Rapids, where she received her education attending Roosevelt High School. Shirley married Jack Crabtree on August…

September 27, 1924 - December 4, 2011

Mrs. Willmer Louise Clark

Willmer Louise Clark, the daughter of Everett and Leah (Walls) McCoy was born March 22, 1923, on a farm outside of Terril, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Terril where she received her education, graduating from Lake Center High School. Willmer married George Wardell Clark…

March 22, 1923 - November 29, 2011

Mary Clifton

Mary Clifton, 85, of Knoxville Iowa, formerly of Spencer, Iowa passed away Tuesday Nov 29, 2011 at the Westridge Nursing and Rehab Center in Knoxville, Iowa. Mary Clifton, the daughter of Walter and Dora (Johnson) Wolfe, was born on February 5, 1926 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She grew up in…

February 5, 1926 - November 29, 2011

Service of Remembrance - 2011

Approximately 155 people attended our Candlelight Service of Remembrance Program held Monday, November 28, 2011 at the Hope Reformed Church in Spencer. We would like to thank all those for their attendance and also would like to thank those who participated in the service including: Hospice of…

November 27, 2011 - November 28, 2011

Maurine Logan

Maurine Holden Logan, the daughter of Charles and Florence (Talbot) Holden, was born on April 11, 1918, in Brooklyn, NY. Maurine was raised and attended school in Brooklyn until graduation. Maurine entered the military on January 13, 1944, serving in the U.S. Navy as a W.A.V.E. She was…

April 11, 1918 - November 28, 2011

James Ray Scharnberg

James Ray Scharnberg, the son of Sherman and Connie (Connor) Scharnberg, was born November 20, 1972 in Spencer, Iowa. James grew up on a farm near Everly, where he worked on his dad's farm and also for other area farmer's as a farm hand. He was also active in 4--H and the FFA during school. …

November 20, 1972 - November 25, 2011

Robert 'Slats' Snyder

Robert B. 'Slats' Snyder, the son of Dewey and Francis (Johnson) Snyder, was born October 22, 1921 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer, where he received his education, graduating from Spencer High School. Following his schooling, he entered the military and served with…

October 22, 1921 - November 23, 2011

December 27, 1920 - November 23, 2011

Duane John Becker

Duane John Becker, the son of Ray and Louise Berger Becker, was born January 27, 1943 in Algona, IA. His childhood years were spent on the family farm near Wesley, IA. Duane moved to Dickens, IA while working for the Dickens Elevator. He later worked construction and farmed, before…

January 27, 1943 - November 22, 2011

Marla Jean Rindsig

Marla Jean Rindsig was born November 14, 1929 in rural Schaller, Iowa to Marshall and Griselda (Schmidt) Robinson. She was baptized and confirmed at St. John Lutheran Church in Hanover, Iowa. She attended country school in rural Schaller and, later, Schaller public school, graduating from…

November 14, 1929 - November 22, 2011

Vennetta Marie Fiedler

Vennetta Fiedler was born in Greenville, IA to William (Van) & Dora VanSickle. She graduated from Greenville High School. She married Floyd (Jack) Fiedler on October14, 1933 and moved to their farm, which is still in the family today. Vennetta's motto was "JUST DO IT". In 1950, …

October 5, 1914 - November 21, 2011

Earnest 'Gus' Freeburg

Gus Freeburg, the son of Gus Junior and Florence (Tuttle) Freeburg, was born May 10, 1943 in Spencer, IA. His childhood years were spent in Spencer, where he received his early education. His family moved to Colorado Springs, CO when he was 14 years old, where he received his G.E.D. Gus…

May 10, 1943 - November 20, 2011

Thomas 'Tom' Thomas

Thomas 'Tom' Thomas, the son of Walter H. and Hilda Thomas, was born on July 10, 1918, in Spencer, Iowa. He graduated from the Spencer school system in 1936, and enrolled at Carlton College in Northfield, Minnesota, and graduated with a B.A. Degree in Business Administration. Following his…

July 10, 1918 - November 18, 2011

Anthony 'Tony' David Dotson

Anthony 'Tony' David Dotson, the son of Larry Dotson and Joan (Uhe) Unrau, was born March 25, 1975, in Spencer, IA. His childhood years were spent in Spencer where he received his education, graduating from Spencer High School. Following high school, he continued his education at NIACC in…

March 25, 1975 - November 17, 2011

Marian Frances Carey

Marian Frances Carey, the daughter of Harry and Rebecca (Henderson) Crane, was born October 2, 1924, in Dickens, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Dickens where she received her education. Following her graduation from Dickens High School in 1942, she moved to Spencer where she…

October 2, 1924 - November 17, 2011

September 10, 1941 - November 17, 2011

Tom Wendell Griffin

Thomas Wendell Griffin, the son of Paul and Clara (Moeller) Griffin, was born September 1, 1926, in Spirit Lake, IA. He spent his early childhood in Spirit Lake, where as a youngster he set pins at the local bowling alley for a penny a line. The family then moved to Wapello, IA, in the early…

September 1, 1926 - November 13, 2011

March 24, 1937 - November 13, 2011

Donald Ebel

Donald Ebel, the son of Walter and Clara (Hoppe) Ebel, was born August 28, 1938, near Granville, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Germantown area where he received his early education at St. John Lutheran School. He was baptized on September 18, 1938, and confirmed on May 11, 1952…

August 28, 1938 - November 11, 2011

Marcella St. Peters

Marcella St. Peters, the daughter of Edward and Cecil Mangle Stevensen was born September 9, 1916 in Greenville, MI. She spent her childhood years in the Greenville area, where she graduated high school. Marcella married Pete St. Peters in Greenville in 1938. They lived in Greenville…

September 9, 1916 - November 11, 2011

George Kirchner

George Donald Kirchner, the son of Kenneth and Juanite Williams Kirchner was born April 29, 1935 in Iowa City, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Everly area where he graduated high school. He joined the Air Force in 1956 and served until his honorable discharge in 1960. George…

April 29, 1935 - November 10, 2011

Dollie Cretsinger

Anna L. Crestinger (better known as Dollie), was born July 28, 1933, at Fifield, IA (today it's the Pella Red Rock Reservoir). She was the daughter of Gertie and John Bloodsworth and was educated in the Pella Schools. Dollie married Lyle Cretsinger on September 12, 1951, at 'The Little…

July 28, 1933 - November 9, 2011

Edna Mae Rassler

Edna Mae Rassler, the daughter of Charles and Viola Adamire Winebrinner was born October 9, 1921 in Fonda, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Fonda, where she graduated from Fonda High School in 1939. Edna married Louis Rassler on March 6, 1940, at the Little Brown Church in Nashua,…

October 9, 1921 - November 7, 2011

Evelyn Bress

Evelyn Bress, who died on November 6, 2011, was a teacher, devoted wife, and the mother of two sons. She was an inspiration to hundreds of Northwest Iowa high school students, to whom she taught Spanish and German, and whose minds she opened to the cultures and languages of the wider world. …

November 18, 1931 - November 6, 2011

Darlene Luverna Klett

Darlene Luverna Klett, the daughter of Julius (Jake) and Elva (Eichhorn) Meyer, was born June 7, 1922, in Jackson, MN. Her childhood years were spent in rural Jackson for five years where she lived until moving to a farm north of Everly. She attended grade school in Waterford Township and…

June 7, 1922 - November 2, 2011

Eleanor Julia Thill

Eleanor Julia Thill, the daughter of William Vincent and Veronica Eral Waters, was born July 9, 1936, in Cherokee, Iowa. She received her early education in Cherokee and graduated from Immaculate Conception High School in Cherokee. Following high school, Eleanor attended St. Joseph's in Sioux…

July 9, 1936 - October 29, 2011

Marilyn Ruth (Alspach) Stone

Marilyn Ruth Stone, the daughter of Joseph Theodore and Ruth Irene (Toms) Alspach, was born April 13, 1945 in Carroll, Iowa. Marilyn has been a long time resident of Spencer and worked at WITTCO and VERCO/Freudenburg until retiring in March of 2009. She loved bowling and spent many years on…

April 13, 1945 - October 28, 2011

Dr. Delbert Wieben

Del was born February 17, 1937 in Spencer Hospital, the son of John & Lucille (Barron) Wieben. He was raised and educated in Everly graduating in the class of 1955. After graduation he attended Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa. Del married Donna Emmert on June 9, 1957 at the Royal Methodist…

February 17, 1937 - October 26, 2011

Richard William Gray

Richard William Gray, the son of John and Catherine Thul Gray, was born January 10, 1924 in Clarion, IA. His childhood years were spent in Spencer, where he attended school and graduated from Spencer High School. Richard married Lowene Brallier on November 28, 1942 in Spencer, IA. They…

January 10, 1924 - October 26, 2011

Steven Bruce Pullen

Steven Bruce Pullen passed away peacefully at Sanford Senior Care Nursing Home in Sheldon, Iowa on October 25, 2011. He was born on January 22, 1950 in Spencer, Iowa to Bruce and Velma Warren Pullen. Steve spent his childhood in Spencer where he attended Special Education classes. From…

January 22, 1950 - October 25, 2011

Ethel May Clarken

Ethel Clarken of Spencer Iowa was born July 31, 1932 in Spirit Lake to George and Fern "Brand" Prentice. Ethel married John Raymond Clarken on April 23, 1948. They farmed land one mile north of Greenville until John passed away in 1988. She moved to Spencer one year later and has lived there since…

July 31, 1932 - October 25, 2011

Katherine May Hadenfeldt

Katherine May Hadenfeldt, the daughter of Maurice and Verna Rogers Pannell, was born May 1, 1933 in Estherville, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Spencer area where she attended school and graduated from Spencer High School. Katherine worked at Ralph Fischer Insurance Agency and…

May 1, 1933 - October 25, 2011

Shirley Jean Mills

Shirley Jean Mills, the daughter of William and Dorothea Lane Etherington, was born June 27, 1939 in Algona, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Algona area where she graduated from Algona High School. Shirley married Robert Mills January 31, 1979 in Greenville, Iowa. She…

June 27, 1939 - October 18, 2011

Robert Wallace Roti

Robert Wallace Roti, the son of Samuel Martin and Betty Elfrida (Larson) Roti, was born February 13, 1922 in Cottonwood, MN. His childhood years were spent in Cottonwood, Marshall and Tracy Minnesota, where he received his education, graduating from Tracy High School in 1939. Following his…

February 13, 1922 - October 18, 2011

Raymond George Rinken

Raymond "Grizz" George Rinken the son of Meinert and Mary Lou Parsons Rinken, was born on May 20, 1952, in Spencer, IA. Ray spent his adult life in Spencer, Iowa working for Shine Brothers. Ray enjoyed working and riding motorcycles. Ray also enjoyed spending time with friends and family as…

May 20, 1952 - October 18, 2011

Kenneth Duane Bress

Kenneth Duane Bress, the son of Jacob and Lena (Dickman) Bress, was born June 25, 1928 in Hartley, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Sheldon, where he received his education, graduating from Sheldon High School. Ken married Evelyn First on March 27, 1948 in Worthington, MN. …

June 25, 1928 - October 15, 2011

Jason Daniel Dean Nellis

Jason Daniel Dean Nellis, the son of Dale and Linda (Aakhus) Nellis was born September 27, 1972 in Hartley, Iowa. He was raised and educated in Sutherland, Iowa, graduating from South O'Brien High School in 1991. He was baptized and confirmed at Bethel Lutheran Church in Sutherland. He…

September 27, 1972 - October 15, 2011

Albert Gerritsen

Albert John Gerritsen, the son of John and Gladys (Reinders) Gerritsen, was born April 21, 1929, in Orange City, IA. His childhood years were spent in Orange City, where he received his education. He later continued his education at Northwestern College in Orange City and later Nettleton…

April 21, 1929 - October 12, 2011

November 22, 1933 - October 11, 2011

Norvin Don Olson

Norvin Don Olson, the son of Edd A. and Edith (Reardon) Olson, was born March 28, 1928 near Dickens, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Logan Township, where he attended country school and later graduated from Gillett Grove High School. Norvin married Virginia Mills on August 21,…

March 28, 1928 - October 9, 2011

Harriet Ellen Gray

Harriet Ellen Gray, of Charles City and formerly of Spencer, Iowa passed away at Cedar Health in Charles City on Saturday October 8, 2011 6 days shy of her 83rd birthday. Harriet was born on October 14, 1928 at home, the daughter of Christian and Ruth Jespersen. Her early years were spent on…

October 14, 1928 - October 8, 2011

John E. Loudermilk

John E. Loudermilk, the son of Sherman and Mildred (Pruin) Loudermilk, was born November 16, 1944 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Milford and Terril, Iowa area, where he attended Milford Schools and later graduated from Terril High School in 1963. Following his…

November 16, 1944 - October 7, 2011

Paul Allen Krile

Paul Allen Krile, the son of Walter and Thelma (Slay) Krile, was born March 31, 1928, in Truax, IA. He attended high school in Parkersburg and Sioux Rapids, and served in the United States Army National Guard in the late 1940's. He married Shirley Schmidt on May 29, 1949 in Spencer, IA. …

March 31, 1928 - October 4, 2011

Frances Gertrude Hepworth

Frances Gertrude Hepworth, the daughter of Albert and Emma Gross Mauer, was born on February 1, 1913, in Clay County, Iowa. She received her early education and graduated from the Rossie High School. Frances continued her education in Sioux City to become a Registered Nurse. Frances married…

February 1, 1913 - September 30, 2011

Viola Roskens

Viola Roskens, daughter of Wilhelm and Engel Meyer Nielsen, was born January 20, 1927 on a farm north of Everly. She attended rural school through the eighth grade, graduating from Okoboji Consolidated High School. She later took a teacher's course at BV College and taught rural schools grade K-8…

January 20, 1927 - September 30, 2011

Dorothy Adams

Dorothy Laurine Grotte was born in Clear Lake, Iowa to Otto Ben and Mae (Foster) Grotte. In 1919 the family moved to Sac City, where Dorothy attended kindergarten. Shortly thereafter the family moved to Carroll, Iowa where the Grotte's purchased a bakery that Dorothy reminisced about frequently.…

January 12, 1915 - September 30, 2011

Carol R. Carpenter

Carol R. Carpenter, age 79, passed away on Thursday, September 29, 2011 after a lengthy illness. She resided at Ruthven Community Care Center, where she received many years of dedicated and compassionate care from the staff. Carol spent most of her life in Sioux City, she described…

December 19, 1932 - September 29, 2011

Ted McCord

Theodore "Ted" Charles McCord, the son of Russel and Helen Wair McCord, was born July 15, 1934, in Harlan, Iowa. Ted attended the Treynor High School and graduated from there. Ted married Anna Rose Schoon on August 21, 1954 in Spirit Lake, Iowa. Following their marriage, they made their…

July 15, 1934 - September 29, 2011

Maxine Anna Steele

Maxine Anna Steele (Gieser) was born August 11, 1922 on a farm northwest of Hartley, to Adolph and Alvena (Schmoll) Gieser. Her memory will be treasured by her loving husband of 71 years, Robert Steele; sons Lester, Larry (Elaine), and Brian, and daughters Kathleen Eggers(Bill), Judy…

August 11, 1922 - September 24, 2011

Margie Powell

Margie Ann Powell, the daughter of Lee and Dorothy Paugh Moore, was born July 19, 1934, in Estherville, Iowa. Margie received her early education thru the 8th grade at the Emmet County Country School. She then attended Ringsted High School where she graduated in 1952. Margie then continued…

July 19, 1934 - September 24, 2011

Mary Ann Fairchild

Mary Ann Fairchild, the daughter of James and Inez Bakke Fraser, was born March 23, 1931, at home in Greenville, IA. She spent her childhood years in the Greenville area, graduating from Greenville-Rossie High School. Mary Ann married Gerald Fairchild, on August 19, 1951 in the Congregational…

March 23, 1931 - September 22, 2011

Melanie Nellis

Melanie Lynn Nellis, the daughter of Dale and Linda (Aakhus) Nellis was born August 29, 1962 in Hartley, Iowa. They lived in Spencer until 1965, when they moved to Sutherland. She was baptized and confirmed at Bethel Lutheran Church in Sutherland. She was a baptismal sponsor for these…

August 29, 1962 - September 19, 2011

Leonard Leon Bergeson

Leonard Leon Bergeson, the son of Halvor and O'Lena (Aanonson) Bergeson, was born April 22, 1916 near Wallingford, IA. He was baptized and confirmed at Wallingford Lutheran Church, attended grade school in Wallingford, and graduated from Estherville High School in Estherville, IA. He married…

April 22, 1916 - September 18, 2011

Beulah Viola Shields

Beulah Viola Shields, the daughter of George and Eva (White) Bigger, was born October 23, 1917 in Manson, Iowa. She graduated from Ruthven High School, where she played basketball, a sport that she enjoyed throughout her life. Beulah married James Claron Shields on June 30, 1938 in Spencer. …

October 23, 1917 - September 17, 2011

Harold Blaine Krile

Harold Blaine Krile, the son of Walter William and Thelma Evelyn (Slay) Krile, was born July 16, 1926 in Truax, Iowa. He attended high school in Parkersburg and Sioux Rapids, graduating in 1943. He attended Buena Vista College in Storm Lake for a year and a half before enlisting in the U.S. Navy…

July 16, 1926 - September 17, 2011

Joseph William Soukup

Joseph William Soukup, the son of Leon and Joyce Carradus Soukup was born November 11, 1976, in Cedar Rapids, IA. His childhood years were spent in Central City where he graduated from Central City High School in 1995. After high school Joseph attended Ellsworth Community College on a full ride…

November 11, 1976 - September 17, 2011

Leron Lanehart

Leron Lanehart, the son of Ledale Lanehart and Danielle Burgin was born February 10, 2010 in Sheldon, Iowa. Leron, whose nickname was Whoo, enjoyed playing with his fishing pole and going on wagon rides. He also enjoyed watching his favorite T.V. shows, Sponge Bob Square Pants and Diego and when…

February 10, 2010 - September 16, 2011

January 24, 1948 - September 15, 2011

Marjory Mary Engelke

Marjory Mary Engelke, the daughter of March and Ethel (Phillips) Ginger, was born December 21, 1924 in Moneta, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Sutherland, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Sutherland High School. Marge married John Engelke on July 10, 1948…

December 21, 1924 - September 14, 2011

Ronette Rae DuBois

Ronette Rae DuBois, the daughter of Donald Dean and Opal LaVonne Thompson DuBois, was born May 18, 1952, in Sioux Rapids, Iowa. Her early childhood years were spent in Sioux Rapids. Her family moved to Spencer, Iowa when Ronette was six years old, where she attended Lincoln school and later…

May 18, 1952 - September 12, 2011

Jeremy Letsche

Jeremy James Letsche, the son of Sue Nelson Juenemann, was born December 7, 1977, in LeMars, IA. His childhood years were spent in Royal and Spencer, Iowa, where he was confirmed at Christ The King Church and graduated high school. Jeremy enjoyed fishing, writing poems, listening to…

December 7, 1977 - September 10, 2011

Louis Harold Chapman

Louis Harold Chapman, the son of George and Barbara (Krall) Chapman, was born July 12, 1918, in Terril, Iowa. He was raised in the Terril and Lake Center area, where he attended Lake Center School and later Spencer schools. Louis married Dorothy Ida Middagh on August 4, 1941 in Millard,…

July 12, 1918 - September 9, 2011

Edith Louise Hamrick

Edith Louise Hamrick, the daughter of Byron 'Barney' and Marie (McFarland) Nelson, was born June 15, 1942 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer, where she received her education. Edith married LaVern Hamrick on June 14, 1959 in Spencer, Iowa. Following their…

June 15, 1942 - September 7, 2011

Jeffrey Leo Balk

Jeffrey Leo Balk, the son of Andrew and Anna (Cuchna) Balk, was born on October 13, 1959, in Guttenberg, Iowa. He was raised and received his early education in Clayton, IA and graduated from Garnavillo High School. On October 21, 1978, Jeffrey married Lorrie Kinkead in Clayton, IA.…

October 13, 1959 - September 6, 2011

Robert Hanson Boyd

Robert 'Bob' Hanson Boyd, the son of Arthur and Clara (Hanson) Boyd, was born October 8, 1925 in Sioux City, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Sioux City, where he received his education, graduating from Central High School. Following his schooling, he entered the military and served…

October 8, 1925 - September 6, 2011

Anna Alvina Jalas

Anna Alvina Jalas, Soul Healer, Reverend, RN, CRNA, CCT, DC December 20, 1922-September 2, 2011 Anna Alvina Jalas, 88, of Santa Maria, was welcomed home to heaven on September 2, 2011. Anna was one of six children born to Mollie & Henry Jalas in Sutherland, Iowa. She graduated from…

December 20, 1922 - September 2, 2011

Doralene Marie Johnson

Doralene Marie Henkle Johnson, the daughter of Harry and Georgianna (Lockman) Henkle, was born February 1, 1924, in Vinton, Iowa. She lived in several different communities in Iowa and Illinois before graduating from Ft. Dodge High School. Doralene married Edward Keith Johnson in…

February 1, 1924 - August 29, 2011

Dean Howard Viedenkamp

Dean 'Bud' Howard Viedenkamp, the son of Leonard and Violet Jensen Viedenkamp, was born September 4, 1924 in Kenosha, WI. His family moved to Spencer when he was four. They lived in Riverton Township where he helped his parents farm. Graduated High School in 1941 from Spencer, he then attended…

September 4, 1924 - August 29, 2011

Mary Ellen Fisher

Mary Ellen (Walsh) Fisher was born in Estherville, IA, on April 26, 1934. She spent most of her childhood as a farm daughter north of Spirit Lake, IA. Her parents were Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Walsh. She was part of a family of four girls and extended family of 15 aunts and uncles including…

April 26, 1934 - August 24, 2011

Naoma Lowene Abler

Naoma Lowene Abler, the daughter of Edward and Kittie Lou (Davidson) Trent, was born September 21, 1912 near the town of Roswell in Minor County, SD. Her family later moved to Dickens, IA, where she finished her schooling, graduating from Dickens High School with the class of 1931. After…

September 21, 1912 - August 22, 2011

Helen Marie Krager

Helen Marie Krager, the daughter of Marinus Anton and Margrethe Gertie Lauridsen Nielsen, was born September 1, 1917, in Royal, Iowa. It was there she attended school and graduated in 1934. She attended A.I.B. in Des Moines and later worked at the A.S.C.S. office in Spencer. She married Gus…

September 1, 1917 - August 17, 2011

Daniel H. Maxwell

Daniel H. Maxwell, son of Daniel W. and Margaret (Slaven) Maxwell was born April 26, 1918 in Portsmouth, IA. He was the oldest of six boys and graduated from high school in Woodbine, IA. Dan was a US Army Sergeant, serving in WWII from 1941 to 1946 as an engineer in the Europe, Middle East…

April 26, 1918 - August 12, 2011

Daloris M. Kracht

Daloris Maxcine Kracht , the daughter of Fred William Kracht and Dorotha Valora Salmon Kracht was born in Crofton, NE, on November 3, 1925. In the spring of 1938, the family moved to a farm east of Fostoria where she completed her eighth grade education at a nearby country school. She then…

November 3, 1925 - August 10, 2011

Robert Alvin Kluender

Robert Alvin Kluender, the son of Alvin and Anna Witt Kluender, was born July 31, 1940 in Hartley, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Hartley, where he received his education, graduating from Hartley High School. Following his schooling, he joined the National Guard, where he served from…

July 31, 1940 - August 9, 2011

May 10, 1921 - August 9, 2011

Claire Powell Wood

Claire Powell Wood was born on the Linnwood stock farm located north of Linn Grove, Iowa on October 27, 1914. Claire passed away on August 6, 2011 at St. Luke Lutheran Home in Spencer, Iowa at the age of 96. She was preceded in death by her husband, Reuben Wood, father, Elmer Powell,…

October 27, 1914 - August 6, 2011

Floy Francis Fagen

Floy Francis Fagen, the daughter of William and Ann Ellis Hargrave, was born June 27, 1932, in Burrowsville, VA. She grew up in Hopewell, VA graduating from the Hopewell High School in 1950. After graduating she worked at Fort Lee, VA where she met Eldon Fagen. They were married on September…

June 27, 1932 - August 6, 2011

Barbara Avery

Barbara Avery, passed away on August 2, 2011 at Northshire Residence in Spencer, Iowa. She was the daughter of A.H. and Grace D. Avery. She was born in their home in Spencer on February 21, 1918. Her public education was in the Spencer Schools, graduating in 1935. She earned a B.A. degree from…

February 21, 1918 - August 2, 2011

Natalie Kalynn Wells

Natalie Kalynn Wells, the loving daughter of Cory and Bonnie Montenegro Wells, was born October 1, 2009. Natalie was a beautiful girl who loved dancing and singing to music. She enjoyed playing with her dogs and sister who she idolized and always tried to copy. She was always enthused…

October 1, 2009 - August 2, 2011

Fern Ellen Bidwell

Fern Ellen (Shaffer) Bidwell, age 97, of Saugatuck, formerly of Sutherland, IA, passed away, Thursday, August 2, 2011 at Lamar Christian Care in Holland, MI. Fern was born on August 25, 1913 to the late Ai and Maude (Heacock) Shaffer. She was preceded in death by her husband,…

August 25, 1913 - August 2, 2011

Gary Wayne Walker

Gary Wayne Walker, the son of Harland "Tex" & Martha Lena (Hayenga) Walker was born February 26, 1953 in Minneapolis, MN. His childhood years were spent in Camarillo, California, where he received his education, graduating from Camarillo High School. In 1978, he moved to Spencer, Iowa, where…

February 26, 1953 - July 30, 2011

Lonnie Lee Fahlenkamp

Lonnie Lee Fahlenkamp, the son of Joe and Viola (Otto) Fahlenkamp, was born on July 30, 1946, in Hartley, Iowa. He was raised and received his early education there graduating from Hartley High School. After graduation, he attended college in Estherville and then Mankato State. On November 27,…

July 30, 1946 - July 29, 2011

Andy Hugo Bents

Andy Hugo Bents, the son of Andy and Vivian (Dagel) Bents, was born February 2, 1956, in Sibley, IA. His childhood years were spent in Sibley where he received his education. Following his schooling, he entered the military and served with the U.S. Army from 1973 until his honorable…

February 2, 1956 - July 27, 2011

Bernice Irene Mincer

Bernice (Tiller) Mincer, 89; July 5, 1922 - July 23, 2011 Recent resident of Heritage House, Buckley, Washington, former business owner and long time resident of Carson, Iowa, Bernice Mincer, will be laid to rest at the North Lawn Cemetery in Spencer, Iowa next to her husband of 62 years, Lyle…

July 5, 1922 - July 23, 2011

Leona Margaretha Bussert

Leona Margaretha Bussert, the daughter of Otto and Anna Runge Lettow was born January 19, 1914, in Buckeye Township, IA. She was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran Missouri Church in Buckeye. Leona received her education in Buckeye graduating from Buckeye High School in 1933. She…

January 19, 1914 - July 21, 2011

Helen D Mefferd

Helen Dorothea Frykberg Mefferd was born February 14, 1920 to Thomas Frykberg, an immigrant from Sweden and Christine Jorgensen Frykberg, an immigrant from Denmark, on a farm near Albert City, Iowa. She grew up during the Great Depression and was molded by that experience. Helen married Paul…

February 14, 1920 - July 19, 2011

Julian Jasper 'Bud' Lovitt

Julian Jasper 'Bud' Lovitt was born on January 31, 1924, in Morrill, NE. He graduated from Gering, NE., High School in 1942 and on December 20, 1942 he enlisted in the U.S. Navy. After basic training and electrician's school, Bud earned his EM3 stripes. He served in the South Pacific…

January 31, 1924 - July 17, 2011

George Harrison

George Harrison, the son of George and Myrtle (Harvey) Harrison was born April 27, 1930 in Emmetsburg, Iowa. He attended school in Cylinder and graduated from Cylinder High School in 1948. He served in the U.S. Marine Corp from 1952 until his honorable discharge in 1954. …

April 27, 1930 - July 12, 2011

Sadie Victoria Herrig

Sadie Victoria Herrig, the daughter of Emil Rydberg and Alma Salmonson was born on April 19, 1910 in Arthur, Iowa. She was raised and received her early education attending country school in Arthur. Sadie graduated from high school in Ida Grove in 1927. After graduation during the depression,…

April 19, 1910 - July 10, 2011

Russell Edwin Olson

Russell Edwin Olson, the son of Swan Peter and Amanda (Wigert) Olson, was born November 20, 1911 in Ayrshire, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Ayrshire, Iowa area, where he received his education in country schools. Following his schooling, he began farming near Ruthven. He…

November 20, 1911 - July 10, 2011

Robert M. Keir

After a very long and productive life, Robert Keir passed away peacefully at the age of 106 at Longhouse Residence in Spencer on Saturday, July 9, 2011. Robert MacArthur Keir, son of Roy Keir and Zada Corsaut, was born June 6, 1905 near Nemaha, Iowa. Bob attended North School in…

June 6, 1905 - July 9, 2011

Gene Brugman

Gene (Englert) Brugman, the daughter of Lamar and Ruth (Schuck) Englert, was born March 4, 1925 at home near Royal, IA. She was the oldest of twelve children and spent part of her childhood caring for her younger siblings. After her graduation from Royal High School she went to work at the…

March 4, 1925 - July 5, 2011

Marc Wesley Crawmer

Marc Wesley Crawmer, the son of James Crawmer and Sharon Simpson Hoppe, was born August 5, 1956, in Spencer, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Spencer area, until moving to Amboy, MN, where he graduated from Amboy High School. Marc enlisted in the Army and the Navy Reserve. He…

August 5, 1956 - July 1, 2011

Robert 'Bob' Wilson White

Robert Wilson White, the son of Louis A. and Ruth (Wilson) White, was born August 26, 1927, near Rolfe, IA, and resided in Clay County since he was about seven years old. Bob attended Clay County schools and Spencer High School where he graduated in 1945. He then attended South Dakota State…

August 26, 1927 - July 1, 2011

Jody Mowery

Jody J. Mowery, the daughter of Joseph & Patricia (Kabrick) Thompson, was born November 17, 1964 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Terril area, where she received her education, graduating from Terril High School in 1983. Throughout her high school days, Jody was very…

November 17, 1964 - June 28, 2011

Beverly Jane Kimball

Beverly Jane Kimball, the daughter of Arthur and Grace Hessenius Mugge, was born May 20, 1934, in Calumet, IA. As a young child her family moved to the Spencer area where she grew up and received her early education in country schools and graduated in 1953 from Spencer High School. On March…

May 20, 1934 - June 26, 2011

Kenneth William Spiess

Kenneth William Spiess was born on December 27, 1914 to Henry and Elizabeth (Patterson) Spiess on a farm west of Knoke, Iowa. He died on June 23, 2011 at the Spencer Hospital at the age of 96 years 6 months 27 days. Kenneth started school at Lincoln Lee County School through the 8th grade.…

December 27, 1914 - June 23, 2011

Teri Lyn Stone

Teri Lyn Stone, the son of Harold and Ruby (Banks) Stone, was born December 9, 1952 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Marathon, Iowa, where he received his education, graduating from Marathon High School. He grew up working on the turkey farm and also worked on the…

December 9, 1952 - June 22, 2011

Wayne Reese

Wayne Robert Reese, the son of Jack and Mabel (Hansen) Reese, was born April 22, 1921 in Plankinton, SD. His family moved to the Alta Iowa area, when Wayne was a young child. In 1938, they moved to Peterson, Iowa, where he graduated from Peterson High School. Wayne married Fern Bruns on…

April 22, 1921 - June 21, 2011

Kay Galm

Kay Frances Galm, daughter of Lavon and Norma Oldaker Johnson, was born on October 20, 1952, in Kansas City, MO. Kay passed away unexpectedly at home early in the morning on June 20, 2011. Kay spent most of her childhood and early adult years in Independence, MO. She graduated from Van…

October 20, 1952 - June 20, 2011

Eileen Maria Durst

Eileen Maria Durst, the daughter of Larry and Mary Margaret (McIntee) Lentz, was born June 12, 1936 in New Hampton, IA. Her family moved to Cherokee in 1941, where she received her education, graduating from Immaculate Conception Catholic School in 1954. Following her schooling she began…

June 12, 1936 - June 20, 2011

Jeffery Husby

Jeffery William Husby, the son of William Earl and Betty Peterson Husby, was born April 7, 1953 in Menomonie, WI. He received his early education in Menomonie and in 1968, the family moved to Spencer, Iowa where he finished his education and graduated from the Spencer High School in 1971. …

April 7, 1953 - June 19, 2011

Bernard Joseph Keninger

Bernard Joseph Keninger, son of Edward Joseph and Stasia Maude Esser Keninger, was born June 24, 1922, in Ackley, Iowa, where he spent his childhood. After graduating from High School in 1940, he attended Loras College in Dubuque, Iowa. With the outbreak of WWII he entered the U.S. Navy, was…

June 24, 1922 - June 16, 2011

Edwin O. Hansen

Edwin (Eddie) Oliver Hansen, the son of E.J. and Myrtie (Albertson) Hansen, was born August 24, 1918 in Clay County, Dickens, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Dickens community and it was there that he received his education. Edwin married Dora B. King on March 2, 1943. They…

August 24, 1918 - June 12, 2011

Betty Doreen Eeten

Navy Lieutenant (R) Betty Doreen Randolph Eeten of Hartley, IA went to live with her Lord and Savior on June 12 at the age of 88 years. She was residing at the Community Memorial Health Center in Hartley. Betty was born on July 22, 1922 and was raised and educated in Hartley, graduating in…

July 22, 1922 - June 12, 2011

Duane Klett

Duane was born September 20, 1927 near Everly, IA. After serving in the U.S. Navy, he married Jeannine Koehnk on December 27, 1948 in Worthington, MN. He then graduated from Buena Vista College and began his career in education. Duane was a teacher and a coach at Thayer and Seymour, IA.…

September 20, 1927 - June 7, 2011

Delores Jean McHugh

Delores Jean McHugh, the daughter of Wesley A. and Genevieve (Plaine) Louter, was born January 21, 1932 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer, where she received her education, graduating from Spencer High School. She worked at several businesses in Spencer including:…

January 21, 1932 - June 7, 2011

Earl Shilling, Jr.

Of Sutherland, husband of Delores Shilling died Saturday, June 4, 2011 at Cherokee Villa in Cherokee,

July 10, 1930 - June 4, 2011

Linda P. Menting

Linda Pearl Menting 1949~2011 Linda passed away on May 31, 2011, in Zion, Illinois, with her husband and children by her side, after a courageous 2 year battle with cancer. Born March 20, 1949, to Esley (Earl) and Charlotte Woolery in Spencer, Iowa. Linda was the second of four…

March 20, 1949 - May 31, 2011

Dorothy Hein

Dorothy LaVonne Hein, the daughter of John and Lillian (Kallsen) Tapper, was born January 24, 1924 on a farm near Akron, Iowa. She was baptized and confirmed at St. John's Lutheran Church in Akron, IA. She later graduated from LeMars Central High School in 1942. Following her schooling, she…

January 24, 1924 - May 30, 2011

Rosemary Edge Brown

Born in Emmetsburg, IA, in 1931, her family later moved to Spencer, IA, where her father owned and managed The Farmers Trust and Savings Bank. Preceded in death by her parents John W. Edge and Margaret L. Edge and brother Robert H. Edge, of Spencer, IA; and her husband, Capt. Woolson S.…

February 18, 1931 - May 28, 2011

Mark Langholz

Mark Henry Langholz, the son of Lyle and Marlys Camarigg Langholz, was born August 2, 1952 in Primghar, Iowa. He received his early education and graduated from the Primghar High School. Following his schooling, Mark continued his education at Northwestern Community College in Sheldon. Mark…

August 2, 1952 - May 27, 2011

Muriel 'Pud' Wynette Schoelerman

Muriel "Pud" Wynette White Schoelerman died on May 27th, 2011, at St. Luke Nursing Home. She was born June 22, 1923, in Rolfe, IA, to Louis Augustine White and Ruth Wilson White. The family lived and worked on several farms in northwest Iowa. Muriel loved being outdoors and was very active in…

June 22, 1923 - May 27, 2011

June 15, 1953 - May 27, 2011

February 17, 1923 - May 25, 2011

October 27, 1929 - May 25, 2011

Rosali Ann Amendt

Rosali Ann Amendt, the daughter of Herman and Mary (Runge) Ewoldt, was born July 22, 1927 in Cherokee County, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Calumet, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Calumet High School in 1945. Rosali married Marvin Amendt on June…

July 22, 1927 - May 23, 2011

Donald Ray Durst

Donald Ray Durst was born February 7, 1933 to Balthasar and Helen Gutknecht Durst in Langdon, Iowa. He attended local country elementary schools and graduated from Spencer High School. Donnie joined the U.S. Army and served during the Korean Conflict. He returned home to start his life long…

February 7, 1933 - May 22, 2011

Nina Ardith Huffman

of Oregon City, Oregon formerly of Spencer, Iowa. Nina was born the daughter of Dale and Edith Clark Brott on Oct. 1, 1917 at Orleans, Iowa. She received early education near Ruthven, Iowa and graduated from high school there in 1935. She married Eugene Huffman at Spencer, Iowa in 1942 and…

October 1, 1917 - May 21, 2011

Harry Richard Adams

Harry Richard Adams, son of Russell and Hannah (Siefken) Adams, was born on July 28, 1918 near Rossie, Iowa. He died of Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma on May 20, 2011 at the age of 92 years 9 months and 22 days. He attended Rossie School, graduating with the class of 1937. He was very active in…

July 28, 1918 - May 20, 2011

Valerie Stefaniak

Valerie Stefaniak, 51 of Neenah, WI, after a long and courageous fight with cancer, was carried home by the arms of her savior Jesus Christ on Friday, May 20, 2011. What Valerie cherished deeply in her life was family and in return her family deeply cherished her. She will be greatly…

January 29, 1960 - May 20, 2011

Vera Irene Janssen

Vera Irene Janssen, the daughter of Fred and Anna (Rierson) Baedke, was born May 13, 1925 in Terril, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Terril, where she received her education. Vera married Leo Henry Janssen on January 17, 1945 in Terril, IA. Following their marriage, they…

May 13, 1925 - May 18, 2011

William Eugene Klatt

William Eugene Klatt, the son of Emil and Etta Steffen Klatt, was born May 31, 1929, in Spencer, Iowa. Bill graduated from the Peterson Consolidated School in 1949. In October of 1951, he was drafted into the armed services and served during the Korean Conflict. After an Honorable Discharge, he…

May 31, 1929 - May 18, 2011

September 6, 1935 - May 18, 2011

Edwin John Galm

Edwin John Galm was born April 20, 1927, on the family farm near Moneta, IA, the third of seven children to John and Amalie Schaefer Galm. Graduating from Moneta Community School in 1944, He spent his life farming near Everly, Royal, and Moneta, IA, with his wife of 63 years, Dorothy Dykstra…

April 20, 1927 - May 14, 2011

Ellen Clare Heine

Ellen Claire Heine (nee Johnson) died May 13, 2011, at the age of 85, in St. Paul, MN, as a result of complications from a fall on May 1 at The Seasons, senior apartments where she was living in Maplewood, MN. Ellen was a Spencer, Iowa, resident for nearly 60 years, beginning on June 3, 1949, the…

February 7, 1926 - May 13, 2011

Gary L. Cuttell

Gary Lee Cuttell, the son of Robert McWhirter and Esther June (Groth) Cuttell, was born July 5, 1940 in Spencer, IA. His childhood years were spent on the Cuttell farm, where he received his education, earned his Eagle Scout in 1956 and graduated from Royal High School in 1958. Following high…

July 5, 1940 - May 7, 2011

Frances Lea Marshall

Frances Lea Marshall, the daughter of John and Norma (Daugherty) Johnson, was born December 30, 1948 in Spencer, Iowa. She was born and raised in Spencer, where she received her education, graduating from Spencer High School in 1967. After high school, she lived in California for two…

December 30, 1948 - May 4, 2011

Elvira Christina Pedersen

Elvira Hansen Pedersen, was born August 7, 1918 to Cornelius and Julia Hansen on a farm in Alta, IA. She received her education at Sioux Rapids and the Cornell School. She finished 8th grade at a country school west of Everly. Her mother died when she was 12 years old and she cared for her…

August 7, 1918 - May 4, 2011

Ernest Wilhelm Back

Ernest Wilhelm Back, the son of Otto and Anna (Popp) Back, was born on January 10, 1926, on the Back family farm south of Hartley, IA. He was baptized at the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Hartley and confirmed at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Royal, IA. Ernest received his early education…

January 10, 1926 - May 4, 2011

Richard Allen Konrady, Sr.

Richard Allen Konrady, Sr., the son of Edward and Clara (Petersen) Konrady, was born on March 13, 1938, in Odeboldt, IA. He was raised and received his early education in Odeboldt graduating from high school in 1958. After high school, Richard enlisted in the U.S. Army serving eight years with…

March 13, 1938 - May 1, 2011

Lewis Alfred Bradford

Lewis Bradford, 92, a resident of St. Luke Lutheran Nursing Home, passed away on Saturday, April 30, 2011. For many years he was an active member of the Spencer business community and a partner in Leuthold Bradford clothiers of Spencer and later in Newton. He was preceded in death by his wife…

March 31, 1919 - April 30, 2011

Dr. Roger Larson

Roger Lee Larson, the son of Lester Waldo and Virgie B. (Lindgren) Larson, was born September 2, 1933 in Greenville, IA. His childhood years were spent in Greenville, where he received his education, graduating from Greenville/Rossie High School. Following high school, he continued his education…

September 2, 1933 - April 28, 2011

Florence Margaret Brock

Florence Margaret Brock, the daughter of Henry Peter Andrew and Anchen (Anna) Mohlenbrock Heldt, was born January 14, 1922 in Terril, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Terril, where she received her education, graduating from Terril High School in 1939. Following high school, she…

January 14, 1922 - April 27, 2011

Dorothy J. Climer

Dorothy Josephine Climer, 89, of Spencer, formerly of Mason City and Nora Springs, died Monday, April 25, 2011, at the St. Luke Lutheran Home in Spencer. A funeral service for Dorothy will be held 2:00 P.M. Thursday, April 28, 2011, at the St. Luke Lutheran Church, 101 North Hawkeye, Nora Springs,…

March 9, 1922 - April 25, 2011

Walter Schroeder

Walter Erick Schroeder, the son of Johann and Gerhardina (Heeren) Schroeder, was born on August 28, 1916, in Chatsworth, Iowa. He grew up there and attended school, graduating from the eighth grade. He then stayed home to help his father farm. On March 23, 1944, he entered into the military,…

August 28, 1916 - April 24, 2011

May 23, 1944 - April 23, 2011

Mildred Mae Phelps

Mildred "Millie" Mae Phelps, the daughter of Henry and Miriam (Davis) Hennigar, was born November 21, 1930 in Sheffield, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Clarion, Iowa, where she received her education in the Clarion School System. Millie married Robert Ray Phelps on February 2,…

November 21, 1930 - April 22, 2011

Arlene Hessman

Arlene Verlee Hessman, the daughter of Ralph and Letha (Dodson) Jackson, was born October 28, 1936 in Millersburg, IL. Her childhood years were spent in Joy, Illinois, where she received her education in Joy Public Schools. The many highlights of her high school years being elected…

October 28, 1936 - April 20, 2011

Opal Swanson

Opal Goldie Swanson, the daughter of Charles and Clemenstina Smith Simington, was born November 29, 1938 at the family home in Ruthven, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Ruthven where she received her early education and graduated from High School. While in school, Opal was a 4 year letter…

November 29, 1938 - April 17, 2011

Larry James Rigby

Larry James Rigby, the son of George and Viola Smoot Rigby, was born May 10, 1943, in Emmetsburg, IA. His childhood years were spent in Laurens, IA where he attended school. Larry worked at Superior in Spencer and Stylecraft in Milford, IA. He married Dixie Zierke on February 10, 1971…

May 10, 1943 - April 12, 2011

Clifford James Dehrkoop

Clifford James Dehrkoop, the son of Louis and Viola Mayou Dehrkoop, was born October 4, 1928 in Everly. He received his education and graduated from the Everly High School. Following his schooling, Cliff entered the United States Air Force in 1950 and served until his honorable discharge in…

October 4, 1928 - April 12, 2011

Charles Remington Hyde

(Charles) Remington Hyde, the only child of Irma (Remington) Hill Hyde and Pastor C.A. Hyde was born October 13, 1929 at the Presbyterian Manse in Manchester, Iowa and went home to his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at 6:00 am, Monday, April 11, 2011. He moved to the family farm with his parents…

October 13, 1929 - April 11, 2011

LaVonne Olive Anderson

LaVonne Olive Anderson, the daughter of Claude Allen and Linda Alice (Farquhar) Weaver was born June 26, 1928 in Sutherland, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Calumet, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Calumet High School. LaVonne worked as a dietician at…

June 26, 1928 - April 9, 2011

Merle Eugene Fredericks

Merle Eugene Fredericks, the son of Fred and Martha (Meehlhause) Fredericks, was born on December 31, 1933 in Hartley, Iowa. Merle was raised and received his early education in Hartley and graduated from high school in 1953. On August 12, 1954, Merle entered into the military, serving in…

December 31, 1933 - April 9, 2011

Gerald Ralph Moberg

Father of Kathleen (Gary) Halverson of Spencer. Gerald Ralph Moberg, the son of Hardey and Emma (Oettel) Moberg, was born December 20, 1929 in St. Paul, MN. His childhood years were spent in the St. Paul area, where he received his education, graduating from Murray High School. He was an…

December 20, 1929 - April 8, 2011

Benjamin D. Griffiths

Benjamin Delos Griffiths, the son of Benjamin and Myrtle (Evans) Griffiths, was born on May 3, 1921 in Lucas, Iowa. He was raised in Lucas and received his early education in nearby Chariton, Iowa. While in high school he really enjoyed playing in the marching band. After high school, Ben…

May 3, 1921 - April 8, 2011

Shirley Mae Kramme

Shirley Mae Kramme, the daughter of John William and Loretta Frances (Obermann) Mulder, was born January 11, 1928, in Alton, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Sheldon, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Sheldon High School. Shirley married Robert Kramme on…

January 11, 1928 - April 7, 2011

Lavon Toelle

Martha Lavon Toelle was born in Havelock, Iowa, on November 11, 1926, to John & Margaret Ralle. When Lavon was 8 years of age, her parents moved to Spencer where she would live for the rest of her life. Lavon attended Spencer Public Schools, including grade school at the North School across the…

November 11, 1926 - April 2, 2011

Ervin Dale Harves

Ervin Dale Harves, the son of Frederick and Lydia Stroham Harves, was born June 12, 1917, in Dickens, IA. He received his early education at a Freeman Country School and graduated from Dickens High School. On March 18, 1939, Ervin was united in marriage to Jean Bernadine Hanna at the…

June 12, 1917 - April 1, 2011

Bonnie Lee Vetter

Bonnie Lee Vetter, the daughter of Harold Lee and Irene (Brumley) Louscher, was born on September 29, 1935 in Harris, Iowa. She graduated from Lake Park High School. On Valentine's Day the following year, February 14, 1954, she married her high school sweetheart, Gene Paul Vetter. To this union…

September 29, 1935 - March 31, 2011

August 9, 1923 - March 23, 2011

Patricia Ann Day

Patricia Ann Day, (82 years old) a two-time cancer survivor, lost her battle on Monday, March 21, 2011, at her home in Spencer after a brave and courageous fight against colon, lung and brain cancer. Pat was born on Sept. 26, 1928, in Ottumwa, IA to Henry Hoover and Theresa (O'Conner) Hoover.…

September 26, 1928 - March 21, 2011

February 22, 1945 - March 19, 2011

Robert LeRoy Peters

Robert LeRoy Peters, the son of Christ and Lillie (Newkirk) Peters, was born on April 6, 1938, in Hartley, Iowa. He received his early education by attending grade school in Hartley. Robert entered into the military on December 12, 1962, serving in the U.S. Army. He was honorably discharged on…

April 6, 1938 - March 14, 2011

Ashley Lorraine King

Ashley Lorraine King, the daughter of Dennis and Kerry Johnson King, was born December 19, 1989 in Spencer, Iowa. She received her early education in Gillett Grove, Iowa at the South Clay School and later she attended Spencer High School where she graduated in 2008. She then furthered her…

December 19, 1989 - March 14, 2011

Dwight Joseph 'Joe' Miller

Dwight Joseph "Joe" Miller, the son of Frank and Ruth (Eastman) Miller, was born May 24, 1930 in Sioux Rapids, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Greenville/Rossie area, where he received his education, graduating from Greenville/Rossie Consolidated School in 1948. Following his…

May 24, 1930 - March 12, 2011

Barton Earl Smoot

Barton Earl Smoot, the son of Glenn and Cora (Smith) Smoot, was born and baptized at home in Laurens, Iowa on March 6, 1949. Royal became his lifelong home in 1954, when his family moved to the Opera House on Main Street. Bart was confirmed at Trinity Lutheran in Royal, and was a…

March 6, 1949 - March 9, 2011

Marguerite Mae Winthers

Marguerite 'Daisy' Mae Winthers, the daughter of Fred and Madeline Rushinberg Loehr, was born April 20, 1921, in Harlan, Iowa. Daisy received her early education and graduated from the Kirkman High School in 1939. She then attended Buena Vista College in Storm Lake. Daisy married Raymond…

April 20, 1921 - March 6, 2011

Loretta Effie Viola Wegener

Loretta Effie Viola Wegener, the daughter of Alvin and Isabel Swan Yerex, was born April 11, 1923 in Lamont, Alberta, Canada. Her childhood years were spent in Lamont, where she graduated High School. Loretta attended Olds College, in Alberta and worked in a fur store as a seamstress.…

April 11, 1923 - March 6, 2011

Terry Allan Dailey

Terry Allan Dailey, the son of Larry and Sherry Johnson Dailey was born October 5, 1960, in Storm Lake, IA. Terry grew up in Spencer, IA, where he graduated from Spencer High School. After graduation, Terry attended the University of Northern Iowa before transferring to Iowa State…

October 5, 1960 - March 3, 2011

J.W. 'Pat' Kenney

Joseph William 'Pat' Kenney, the son of Willis and Leone (Stratton) Kenney, was born March 23, 1925 in Cherokee, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Cherokee, where he received his education, graduating from Cherokee High School. Following his schooling, he entered the military and served…

March 23, 1925 - February 26, 2011

Marvin Schumann

Marvin Schumann, the son of Richard and Katherine Zehms Schumann, was born February 8, 1936 in Cole Camp, MO. His childhood years were spent in Manson, Iowa where he received his early education and graduated from high school. Following his schooling, Marv entered the United States Army on March…

February 8, 1936 - February 26, 2011

Russell 'Blaine' Click

Russell 'Blaine' Click, the son of Andrew and Mila (Euler) Click, was born October 15, 1923 on the family farm North of Gaza, near Primghar, Iowa. He grew up on the farm near Gaza, where he received his education, graduating from Gaza High School. Blaine married Donaline Luhrs on…

October 15, 1923 - February 25, 2011

Bonnie Lou Harson

Bonnie Lou Harson, the daughter of Harold and Lula (Eddy) Fay, was born on September 9, 1935, in Palo Alto County. She was raised on a farm south of Emmetsburg, she attended and graduated from the Emmetsburg High School. Bonnie married Harold Harson on September 9, 1954, in Emmetsburg.…

September 9, 1935 - February 20, 2011

Debra Deanne Morris

Debra Deanne Morris, the daughter of Kenneth and Diane Gabhart Griffin, was born September 13, 1963 in Los Angeles, CA. She was raised in the San Fernando Valley and Sylmar, California areas where she received her education. Debra married Lee Morris on February 14, 1983 in Las Vegas, NV. …

September 13, 1963 - February 17, 2011

Bertha Marie French

Bertha Marie French, the daughter of Otto and Marie Riechmann Rudnick, was born November 29, 1910 on the family farm, near Lincoln Township, IA. She attended grade school at Trinity Lutheran Church where she was baptized in 1910 and confirmed in 1925. She graduated from Grey High School in…

November 29, 1910 - February 16, 2011

Jane Helen Thompson

Jane Helen Thompson, the daughter of Harry and Dorothy (Sager) Garrelts, was born June 14, 1930 in Ayrshire, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Ayrshire, where she received her education, graduating from Ayrshire High School. She later continued her education, graduating from Colorado…

June 14, 1930 - February 15, 2011

Delores Ellenwood Sebastian

Delores Ellenwood Sebastian, the daughter of Jessie and Frances Yost Faulkender, was born May 13, 1933 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Spencer area where she had received her early education in country schools and later Spencer High School. Dee married James Benjamin…

May 13, 1933 - February 14, 2011

Betty Lou Miller

Betty Lou Miller, the daughter of Leonard and Mildred Smith Anderson, was born November 6, 1928, at home in Alta, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Alta area, where she graduated from Alta High School in 1946. Betty moved to Storm Lake, IA, for a couple of years before she…

November 6, 1928 - February 13, 2011

Richard Allen Nissen

Richard Allen Nissen, the son of Allen and Pam Wittrock Nissen, was born February 12, 1982 in Atlantic, Iowa. Richard's family moved to Sheldon when he was a young boy. Rich attended elementary and high school in Sheldon where he graduated in 2001. He continued his education at Northwest Iowa…

February 12, 1982 - February 13, 2011

Robert Warren Carpenter

Robert W. Carpenter, the son of Warren E. and Ferne R. Mandelkow, was born May 5, 1933 in Spencer, Iowa. He received his education in the Spencer schools, graduating from Spencer High School in 1952. Bob married Carol Rose Gordon on September 17, 1953 in Hannibel, MO and to this union…

May 5, 1933 - February 12, 2011

William Bailey 'Bill' Boyd

Bill was born on October 14, 1932 in Newton, Iowa. He spent most of his childhood in Mansfield, Ohio and Waterloo, Iowa. He graduated from West Waterloo High School in 1950. He attended Iowa State College and graduated in 1956 with a degree in Geology and four minors (Zoology, Botany, Forestry…

October 14, 1932 - February 12, 2011

Dorothy Loats

DorothyLoats,the daughter of George and Stella Wagner Peterson, was born January 28, 1921 in Titonka, Iowa. She was a graduate of Titonka High School and Iowa State University. Dorothy married Arthur Loats on August 26, 1945 in Titonka, Iowa. Following their marriage, they lived in Hampton,…

January 28, 1921 - February 12, 2011

Wayne Fred Peters

Wayne Fred Peters, the son of Otto and Alberta (Baumeister) Peters, was born September 6, 1928 in Everly, Iowa. He graduated valedictorian of his class from Everly High School in 1946. He married his true love, Shirley Pfitzenmaier on July 30, 1950, and they farmed for many years northeast of…

September 6, 1928 - February 10, 2011

Leola "Lee" Mae Steffen

Leola "Lee" Steffen, the daughter of Lambert and Jeanette (Groenewoud) Petersma, was born April 8, 1920 in Lynnville, IA. Her early years were spent in Lynnville, where she received her elementary and high school education. In 1938, she played basketball with the Lynnville, Iowa…

April 8, 1920 - February 9, 2011

Dorothy Edith Mileham

Dorothy Edith Cross Mileham, a life-long resident of the Webb area, passed away Feb. 7, 2011. She was born July 14, 1917, in the family home, the youngest child of Henry and Alida (Freeman) Cross. She was raised on the Cross family farm, southeast of Webb and graduated from…

July 14, 1917 - February 7, 2011

Donald Edward Pearson

Donald Edward Pearson, the son of Earnest and Martina Petersen Pearson, was born March 8, 1927 at home near Meriden, Iowa. He received his early education in Larrabee. Don entered the U.S. Army on September 8, 1950 and served during the Korean Conflict until his honorable discharge on…

March 8, 1927 - February 7, 2011

Leora Winn

Leora Genevieve Winn, the daughter of Peter and Amelia Christensen Hansen, was born March 25, 1909. She was raised on the family farm near Dickens, IA, where she attended country schools. After graduating from Ruthven High School in 1927, she attended Iowa State Teachers College, now UNI, in…

March 25, 1909 - February 7, 2011

Earl Fredrick Kooker

Earl Fredrick Kooker was born on November 27th, 1933 to Kenneth and Lenora Kooker. His childhood years were spent in Des Moines, Iowa with his younger brothers, Jack and John. In 1946, the family moved to Moville, Iowa. Earl met the love of his life in Moville. He married Shirley Ann Raby on…

November 27, 1933 - February 6, 2011

Irene Luella Anliker

Irene Luella Anliker, the daughter of John and Kathryn Bonnstetter Bleuer, was born November 15, 1922 in West Bend, IA. Her childhood years were spent in West Bend where she received her education, graduating from West Bend High School. Irene continued her education at Hamilton Business…

November 15, 1922 - February 4, 2011

Olivia Rose Shaughnessy

Olivia Rose Shaughnessy, the infant daughter of Aaron and Katherine (Michels) Shaughnessy is survived by her parants; maternal grandparents, Justin and Kim Duhn and Rob and Traci Verdoorn; paternal grandparents, Daniel and Annette Shaughnessy; Maternal great grandparents, Rick and Terri Duhn,…

February 1, 2011 - February 2, 2011

Dr. George Frederick Fieselmann

Dr. George Frederick Fieselmann, 91, of Spencer, died Tuesday, February 1, 2011. A visitation will be held from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. with family present on Friday, February 4, at the Warner Funeral Home, Spencer. Reverends Thomas and Wendy Van Tassell will lead a prayer service at 5:30 p.m. A private…

February 22, 1919 - February 1, 2011

Raymond Virgil Wilson

Raymond Virgil Wilson, the son of Claude and Blanche (Rusk) Wilson, was born July 23, 1912 in Dickens, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in rural Spencer, where he received his education at a country school. His family later moved to the Gillett Grove area, where he graduated…

July 23, 1912 - January 29, 2011

Tom Wendell Cornwall

Tom Wendell Cornwall, passed away on January 29, 2011 at Deerfield Lifespace Community Care Center after a short battle with cancer. He was born February 13, 1927 in Spencer, Iowa to Wilson and Ruth Cornwall. Tom attended public schools in Spencer and graduated from Kemper Military High…

February 13, 1927 - January 29, 2011

Russell Crawford Runkle

Russell Crawford Runkle, the son of Clyde and Effie Mae Crawford Runkle, was born October 21, 1917 in Dickinson County, IA. He grew up in the Moneta area graduating from Moneta Community High School in 1935. Russell married Fay Steuben on March 10, 1941. He lived and worked on the farm…

October 21, 1917 - January 25, 2011

Victoria Ann Axtell

Victoria "Vicki" Ann Axtell, the daughter of Alfred John and Arlene (Thompson) Tielbur, was born December 7, 1948 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer where she received her education, graduating from Spencer High School in 1967. Following high school, she worked as a…

December 7, 1948 - January 25, 2011

Lambert Mastbergen

Lambert Mastbergen, the son of Arie and Carrie (Buysman) Mastbergen, was born January 3, 1915 in Archer, IA. His childhood years were spent in Archer where he received his education in Archer schools. Following his schooling, his family moved to a farm near Sheldon where he farmed. …

January 3, 1915 - January 17, 2011

Archie Manford Berends

Archie Manford Berends, the son of Chris and Jennie (Noble) Berends, was born June 12, 1921 in Harris, IA. His childhood years were spent in the May City, Iowa area, where he received his education. Archie married Darlene Woltersdorf in June of 1945. Following their marriage, they…

June 12, 1921 - January 16, 2011

James C. O'Meara

James Clare O'Meara, the son of William Clare and Viola (Schulke) O'Meara, was born April 22, 1930 in Galva, Iowa. He was raised in Galva, Iowa, where he received his education, graduating from Galva High School in 1947. Following his schooling, he worked at the Galva lumberyard for a short…

April 22, 1930 - January 16, 2011

Shirley Jane (Machael) Hill

Shirley Jane Machael Hill, the daughter of Edward and Alice Hansen Ketelsen, was born April 20, 1922 in Clinton, Iowa. She received her early education and graduated from Clinton High School. Shirley married Robert Machael on January 2, 1944 in Clinton. To this union, two children were…

April 20, 1922 - January 16, 2011

Helen Elizabeth Lewis

Helen Gleason Lewis, age 90 of Liberty Community died Saturday, January 15, 2011 at her home. Helen was born in Bushnell, South Dakota on November 16, 1920 to the late J. Gleason and Mabel Hulser Gleason and raised in Iowa where she graduated from Peterson High School. She married John H.…

November 16, 1920 - January 15, 2011

Barbara Raye Tuttle

Barbara Raye Tuttle, the daughter of Melvin and Carrie (Birchard) Tuttle, was born on October 25, 1955, in Spencer, Iowa. Following high school, Barbara attended the School for the Deaf in Council Bluffs, IA, for two years. Barbara graduated with honors and went on to become a sign language…

October 25, 1955 - January 10, 2011

Linda Kay Morfitt

Linda Kay Morfitt, the daughter of Gene and Darlene (Baumann) Merrill, was born December 18, 1953 in Estherville, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Estherville, Iowa, until her family moved to Spencer, when Linda was a young child. She received her education in the Spencer school…

December 18, 1953 - January 10, 2011

Dora Belle Hansen

Dora Belle Hansen, the daughter of J. Chester King and Bessie (Gustin) King, was born March 3, 1920 in Clay County, Dickens, Iowa. She received her early education in a rural school in Logan Township and attended High School at Dickens, Iowa and also furthered her education at Buena Vista…

March 3, 1920 - January 9, 2011

Parker Fred Barglof

Parker Fred Barglof, the son of Fred and Ellen (Parker) Barglof was born August 11, 1920, in Douglous Township Clay County, IA. He was raised in Sioux Rapids, Webb and Gillett Grove areas where he graduated from Gillett Grove High School, in 1941. Parker served in the Navy, during World…

August 11, 1920 - January 4, 2011

Margaret Overeen

Margaret Lucille Overeen, 'Maggie', left her family far too soon on January 3, 2011 at the age of 86. She was born in Everly, Iowa on November 21, 1924, to Wofford and Bernice Hall. She attended school in Everly and graduated from High School in 1942. She attended Buena Vista College and…

November 21, 1924 - January 3, 2011

LaVonne Ruth McCarty

LaVonne Ruth McCarty, the daughter of Charles and Ella (Johnson) Newel, was born November 15, 1924 in Fenton, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Fenton, where she received her education, graduating from Fenton High School. Following high school, she continued her education at Iowa…

November 15, 1924 - January 1, 2011

Beryl Esther Moser

Beryl Esther Moser, the daughter of Albert Harry and Lois Effie (Lathrop) Tate, was born June 19, 1917 in Rossie, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Rossie, where she received her education, graduating from Rossie High School. She continued her education at Buena Vista College in Storm…

June 19, 1917 - January 1, 2011

Shirley Aileen Krile

Shirley Aileen Krile, the daughter of George and Mabel (Britton) Schmidt, was born February 14, 1925, in Spencer, IA. Her early years were spent in Spencer, where she attended and graduated from high school in 1943. Shirley married Paul Krile on May 29, 1949, in Spencer, IA. …

February 14, 1925 - December 28, 2010

Mary Sullivan

Mary Sullivan, the daughter of Robert and Anna Treanor Byers, was born November 27, 1922 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent on a farm near Hartley. Mary received her early education in a country school near May City and graduated from the Spencer High School. On December…

November 27, 1922 - December 27, 2010

Marjorie Eileen Ramsey

Marjorie Eileen Ramsey, the daughter of Frances and Anna (Donavan) Sweeney, was born on June 24, 1920, in Sutherland, Iowa. She was raised and received her early education there, graduating from Sutherland High School. After high school, she attended beauty school and was self-employed as a…

June 24, 1920 - December 25, 2010

Ann Marie Zahrt

Ann Marie Zahrt, the daughter of Nels and Mabel (Johnson) Lauritsen, was born November 20, 1933 in Sioux Rapids, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Gillett Grove area where she received her education, graduating from Gillett Grove High School in 1951. Ann married Darwin 'Scooter'…

November 20, 1933 - December 22, 2010

Elaine Wacker

Elaine Joan Wacker, the daughter of Harry and Nora (Holtgrewe) Tesch, was born November 28, 1934 in Paullina, IA. Elaine passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 21, 2010 at the age of 76. She was baptized on December 9, 1934 at the Evangelical St. John's Lutheran Church in Germantown…

November 28, 1934 - December 21, 2010

Ivan Stienstra

Ivan Stienstra, the son of Peter and Jessie (Kroese) Stienstra, was born on October 1, 1923 in Hull, Iowa. He received his elementary and high school education in the Hull Public Schools. He graduated from Northwestern Junior College in Orange City, Iowa. Ivan entered into the military on April 30,…

October 1, 1923 - December 21, 2010

Thomas E. Mills

Thomas Eugene Mills, the son of Donald and Wanda (Birchard) Mills, was born March 6, 1950, in Spencer, IA. He attended Spencer Schools until moving to the Gillet Grove area. Tom married JoAnn Barker on July 17, 1972, in Spencer, IA. Tom worked as a roofer for H&S Roofing, for 30 years.…

March 6, 1950 - December 18, 2010

Marian Evelyn Carlson

Marian Evelyn (Larson) Carlson was born Feb. 12, 1923 in Albert City, Iowa to Carl E. and Elsie (Peterson) Larson. The Larson family farmed north of Albert City and Marian attended and graduated from Albert City Schools. She met Bertil Carlson while they were on a train going to a Luther…

February 12, 1923 - December 18, 2010

William 'Jerome' Killmar

William "Jerome" Killmar, the son of William and Emilia (Gloetzel) Killmar, was born January 18, 1918 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer, where he received his education, graduating from Spencer High School in 1935. Following his schooling, he entered the military…

January 18, 1918 - December 18, 2010

Ted Ketelsen

Ted Ketelsen, the son of Harold "Hap" and Frances (Stelk) Ketelsen, was born November 25, 1934, in Everly, IA. His childhood years were spent in Clay County where he received his education in Spencer Schools, graduating from Spencer High School in 1952. Following his schooling he entered the…

November 25, 1934 - December 16, 2010

David Rausch

David Francis Rausch, the son of Francis LeRoy and Helen Elaine (Struve) Rausch, was born June 26, 1943 in Cherokee, IA. His childhood years were spent in Calumet where he received the majority of his education, graduating from Sutherland High School in 1962. David married Vickie Jones…

June 26, 1943 - December 14, 2010

Opal Irene Hoyne

Opal Irene Hoyne, the daughter of George Edwin and Mabel Adella Madsen Williamson, was born July 28, 1924 in Storm Lake, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Greenville, Iowa area, where she received her education, graduating from Greenville Consolidated School. Following her…

July 28, 1924 - December 13, 2010

Mildred Eva Mugge

Mildred Eva Mugge, daughter of Wayne and Grace Morgan Yoakam, was born April 5, 1915, in Webster, IA. At the age of two she moved with her parents to a farm near Hedrick, Iowa. It was there that she received her childhood education and grew to adulthood, graduating from Martinsburg, IA,…

April 5, 1915 - December 12, 2010

Sara Fae Warburton

Sara Fae Warburton was born on May 14, 1915 in Early, Iowa to John and Alma (Patee) Pullen. The family moved to Clay County in her early years where she attended school and was active in the county 4-H program, graduating from Spencer High School in 1933. She was a life member of Grace Methodist…

May 14, 1915 - December 11, 2010

Rosella 'Rosie' Minnie Senne

Rosella "Rosie" Minnie Senne, the daughter of Ernest and Viola (Dickman) Meyer, was born April 8, 1934 in Welcome, MN. Her childhood years were spent in Sherburn, MN, where she received her education in country schools and later graduated from Sherburn High School in 1952. After graduation,…

April 8, 1934 - December 10, 2010

Marvin Lee Harris

Marvin Lee Harris, the son of Emory and Violet (Craddock) Harris, was born August 18, 1928 in Mt. Prospect, IL. His childhood years were spent in Spencer, where he received his education, graduating from Spencer High School. Following his schooling, he entered the military and served overseas in…

August 18, 1928 - December 9, 2010

Duane R. Drees

Duane Robert Drees, the son of Richard Edward and Bernice Rose Gross Drees, was born July 5, 1960, in Carroll, IA. Duane was raised in the Danbury, Mapleton area and graduated from Maple Valley High school. Following high school, Duane continued his education and graduated from Western Iowa Tech…

July 5, 1960 - December 9, 2010

Lorraine Elda Adams

Elda Lorraine Adams, the daughter of Robert and Leona May (Willard) Fuller, was born on December 17, 1931, in Sloan, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Sloan and then the family moved to the Gillett Grove area where she finished her schooling. Lorraine married Merle Adams on June 10,…

December 17, 1931 - December 8, 2010

Mark Anthony Miller

Mark Anthony Miller, the son of Clarence and Catherine (Bruzik) Miller, was born July 8, 1958 in Bismarck, ND. He grew up in the Amidon, Bismarck, and Fargo areas, graduating from Shanley High School in 1975. Mark graduated with a B.S. in Agricultural Economics from North Dakota State…

July 8, 1958 - December 5, 2010

Daniel James 'Hooter' Gibson

Daniel 'Hooter' James Gibson, the son of James Dudley and Frances Helen (Klinker) Gibson, was born May 8, 1951 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Gillett Grove, Iowa area, where he received his education, graduating from South Clay High School in 1970. He moved to…

May 8, 1951 - December 4, 2010

Mabel Armitta Byram

Mabel Armitta Byram, the daughter of Frank and Ethel (Bradley) Barry, was born March 14, 1911 in Weld County, rural Greeley, CO. She moved to Iowa with her parents when she was about 6 months old. On March 19, 1932, Mabel married McEwen (Mac) Byram at Canton, SD. During their…

March 14, 1911 - November 30, 2010

November 30, 2009 - November 29, 2010

Elsie Mae Brown

Elsie Mae Brown, the daughter of Earnest Shelva and Sophie (Plagman) Slough, was born January 27, 1928, in Peterson, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Peterson area where she graduated from high school in 1944. Elsie Mae received her teaching certificate from Western College…

January 27, 1928 - November 27, 2010

JoAnn Frances Hatten

JoAnn Frances Hatten, the daughter of Henry and Emma Vaske Lensing, was born March 31, 1938 in Bancroft, Iowa. She received her education and graduated from St. John's Catholic School in Bancroft, Iowa. On July 12, 1961, Jo was united in marriage to John (Jack) Hatten of Bancroft. To this…

March 31, 1938 - November 25, 2010

Mark T. Muckey

Mark Timothy Muckey, the son of Glenn and Lenora (Benthin) Muckey, was born on December 22, 1962, in Spencer, Iowa. Mark was raised in Moneta and attended the Everly Community Schools. Following graduation, he moved to Oklahoma and worked in the oil fields. Mark returned to Moneta in 1986 and…

December 22, 1962 - November 24, 2010

Sheila Scharnberg

Sheila Scharnberg, 70, of Everly Iowa, passed away peacefully in her home Saturday, November 20th following a courageous 4-year battle with cancer. She was born to Geoffrey and Thelma Grist on June 13th, 1940, in Lancashire England. In 1953 she immigrated to Newcastle, Australia with…

June 13, 1940 - November 20, 2010

Barbara Jean Chenhall

Peace I leave with you... Barbara Jean (Goff) Chenhall, 77, died on November 19, 2010 after bravely fighting cancer. She was born September 23, 1933 in Cincinnati, Ohio to Melvin and Grace (Jefferson) Goff. They later settled in Scarsdale, New York. Barbara attended Edgemont School from…

September 23, 1933 - November 19, 2010

Mary Lydia Knight

Mary was born in her family farm home six miles west of Fostoria to George D. and Lila Heikens. She passed away in her home at Cedar Creek Senior Living in Madera, California, with her husband, Bill, by her side. Mary received her early education in a one room country school near Fostoria. She…

December 13, 1925 - November 19, 2010

Everett Allen LeMaster

Everett Allen LeMaster, the son of Eldin Raleigh and Nina Edith (Bailey) LeMaster, was born on December 8, 1918 in Royal IA. He grew up in the Royal area where he received his early education graduating from Royal High School at the age of 16 as class Valedictorian. On January 20, 1942,…

December 8, 1918 - November 17, 2010

Dwayne Craig

Dwayne Craig was born May 30, 1926 to Lloyd Albert and Mary Alice Tatman Craig in rural Terril, Iowa. He attended grade school in Langdon, Iowa, graduating from Lake Center High School. When Dwayne retired from the Hartley and Everly Co-op Elevators, he had time for fishing, camping and…

May 30, 1926 - November 17, 2010

Mary Edith Fasse

Mary Edith Fasse was born on May 9, 1915 in Seeley, CA to Edwin and Alice (McCauley) Parke. Mary moved as a child with her family to the Chicago area. She married Monte Bowker and later married Raymond Fasse. In Illinois she enjoyed working as a volunteer and loved to garden. She moved to…

May 9, 1915 - November 15, 2010

Jeffery Arthur Mason

Jeffrey Arthur Mason, the son of Wayne and Maerene (Curry) Mason, was born January 30, 1965, in Spencer, Iowa. He received his early education in Spencer. He then went on to work as a salesman for Steffen Furniture, for 15 years. He married Kara Mulder on August 17, 1985 in Hartley,…

January 30, 1965 - November 15, 2010

Richard 'Dick' Morris Carlson

Richard Morris Carlson, the son of Morris and Irma (Vandervort) Carlson was born December 19, 1937, in Albert City, Iowa. His childhood years were spent on a farm in that area where he attended school and graduated in 1956. Until joining the National Guard in May of 1960, he was employed at…

December 19, 1937 - November 13, 2010

Lowell Duane Hagedorn

Lowell Duane Hagedorn, the son of Louis Simon and Edna (Nissen) Hagedorn, was born on April 9, 1928, in Clay County, IA. Lowell graduated from Spencer High School in 1946. He then went into business with his father buying and selling dairy cattle. Lowell entered into the military on March 7,…

April 9, 1928 - November 13, 2010

Max Daniel Miller

Max Daniel Miller, the son of William and Henrietta Gerten Miller, was born, June 1, 1935 in Jackson, MN. He attended the Jackson Public School. He enjoyed hunting, horseback riding and was a member of the Saddle Club in Jackson. On October 30, 1952, he was united in marriage to…

June 1, 1935 - November 11, 2010

Robert Warren Madsen

Robert "Bob" Warren Madsen, son of Enock Joseph M. Madsen and Ethelyn M. Madsen, was born February 7, 1928, in Northfield, MN. His childhood years were spent in Sioux City, IA. He served two years in the United States Marine Corps. Later, he attended and graduated from the University of…

February 7, 1928 - November 10, 2010

December 1, 1972 - November 10, 2010

Donald Nelson

Donald Nelson, the son of James Elbert and Daisy Iowa DeWitt Nelson, was born in Hartley, Iowa on April 24, 1922. His parents were farmers between Hartley and Royal. He received his early education in Royal. Donald was president of his senior class and graduated from the Royal High School as…

April 24, 1922 - November 10, 2010

Mary Catherine Delaney Thompson

Mary Catherine Delaney Thompson Mary was born on January 24, 1940, in Spencer, IA, the daughter of Sheridan P. and Mathilda L. Delaney. She attended Sacred Heart Grade School and her freshman and sophomore years were spent at Emmetsburg Catholic High School. She graduated from Spencer High…

January 24, 1940 - November 8, 2010

Charlene Rose Mueller

Charlene Rose Mueller, the daughter of Jack and Billie (Clark) Miller was born August 23, 1955 in Oakland, CA. She was raised in Oakland and attended Oakland High School. Charlene married James Basler and lived all over the country until moving to Spencer, IA, where she worked as a…

August 23, 1955 - November 2, 2010

Donovan LeeTaylor

Donovan Lee Taylor, the son of David and LaVonne (Williamson) Taylor, was born June 6, 1958 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the states of Washington and Alaska, where he received his early education. His family moved back to Rembrandt in 1974, where he continued his…

June 6, 1958 - November 2, 2010

Shirley Lorraine Rinehart

Shirley Lorraine Rinehart, the daughter of Elwyn and Gladys (Winterboer) Follon, was born December 7, 1955 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Rural Everly, where she received her education, graduating from Everly High School in 1974. Following her schooling, she lived in Clay…

December 7, 1955 - October 27, 2010

JoAnn J. Johanson

Jemmeve JoAnn Johanson, the daughter of Lyle and Fairie (Hamilton) Kepford, was born September 17, 1933 in Fort Dodge, IA. She received her education in Spencer, graduating from Spencer High School in 1951. After graduation JoAnn married LaVern Johanson in Yuma, AZ on March 3, 1953.…

September 17, 1933 - October 27, 2010

LeRoy Merril Brigham

LeRoy Merril Brigham, the son of Henry Arthur and Minnie (Anderson) Brigham, was born March 16, 1922 in Clay County, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Milford, Iowa area, where he received his education, graduating from Milford High School. LeRoy married Gladys Carr on September 5,…

March 16, 1922 - October 26, 2010

William Francis Duke

William Francis Duke, 95, Lincoln, died Sunday, October 24, 2010. The son of Ira and Mattie (Cogdill) Duke was born September 16, 1915 on a farm northeast of Sutherland, Iowa. First came to Lincoln in 1955 leaving in 1965 and returning in 1967 residing in Lincoln ever since. He attended a number of…

September 16, 1915 - October 24, 2010

Shirley Jean Friedrichsen

Shirley Jean Friedrichsen, daughter of Levi and Mary Reed, passed away October 23, 2010 after a brief illness. Shirley was born August 1, 1926, in Peterson, Iowa and attended school there - graduating with the class of 1944. She then moved to Boone, IA, living with family members while…

August 1, 1926 - October 23, 2010

Gerry Lee Lowe

Gerry Lee Lowe, the son of Arthur and Leola Franker Lowe, was born March 12, 1941, in Spencer, Iowa. Gerry received his early education in Spencer. Following his schooling, Gerry worked as a truck driver for Bob Weatherman, Morton Buildings and most recent for Great Lakes Concrete. …

March 12, 1941 - October 20, 2010

Gertrude Elaine Lorenz

Gertrude Elaine Lorenz, the daughter of Garth and Mary (Christensen) Sorenson, was born on September 16, 1918, on a farm 5 � miles east of Spencer. She spent her childhood years on the farm and received her early education attending country school and then graduating from Spencer High School.…

September 16, 1918 - October 18, 2010

Muriel Jean Schmidt

Muriel Jean Schmidt, the daughter of Hans and Wilna (Reismann) Kruse, was born April 6, 1936 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Greenville/Rossie area, where she received her education, graduating from Greenville/Rossie High School. Muriel married Arvin Schmidt on…

April 6, 1936 - October 17, 2010

Clarence Frank Scharnberg

Clarence Frank Scharnberg, the son of Frank and Caroline (Ott) Scharnberg was born on March 12, 1911 on a farm outside of Everly Iowa. He received his early education and graduated from Everly High School. Clarence married Awreatha Peck on September 6, 1935. Following their marriage, he…

March 12, 1911 - October 16, 2010

Janice Kay Kracht

Janice Kay Kracht, the daughter of Adolph and Evelyn (Powers) Vohs, was born January 1, 1941, in Sioux City, Iowa. She spent her childhood years on a farm east of Sioux City, graduating from Lawton High School in 1959. Janice graduated from St. Joseph School of Nursing and practiced…

January 1, 1941 - October 15, 2010

Jeanine Mae Thomas

Jeanine Mae Thomas, the daughter of John and Gertrude (Johansen) Johanson, was born April 23, 1939, in St. Paul, Nebraska. She received her early education in St. Paul and later moved to Royal and graduated from the Royal High School in 1957. On May 31, 1957, Jeanine married Rollie Thomas at…

April 23, 1939 - October 13, 2010

Muriel Frances Martin

Muriel Frances Moore, the daughter of Frank and Winifred Moore, was born April 25, 1927 in Sutherland, Iowa. Her childhood and school age years were spent helping with the family restaurant, Moore's Caf�. After graduation, she attended business school for banking in Omaha, Nebraska. Muriel married…

April 25, 1927 - October 8, 2010

Dorothy A. Ankerstjerne

Dorothy Alice Ankerstjerne, the daughter of Andrew and Edith (DePue) Payne, was born on December 1, 1914, in Castana, Iowa. She received her early education in Onawa, IA where she graduated from Onawa High School. After high school, she attended business school in Sioux Falls, SD, for one…

December 1, 1914 - October 3, 2010

Ella Elizabeth Wheeler

Ella Elizabeth Seaman Wheeler, the daughter of Peter and Anna Reusch Seaman, was born February 8, 1909 in Sutherland, Iowa. She attended school in Sutherland and graduated with the class of 1927. Ella married Charles Wheeler on February 16, 1929 in Sioux City, Iowa. To this union, two…

February 8, 1909 - October 2, 2010

William Stanley Loger

William Stanley Loger, the son of Stanley and Dorothy Heinsohn Loger, was born October 4, 1949 in Storm Lake, Iowa. His family lived in Storm Lake, where he received his early education, until moving to Spencer in 1964. Bill attended a mechanic school in Des Moines and then returned to Spencer…

October 4, 1949 - October 1, 2010

July 8, 1915 - September 30, 2010

Orlin Wayne Hein

Orlin Wayne Hein, the son of Rudy and Selma Zinn Hein, was born April 3, 1924, in Hartley, Iowa. He was baptized and confirmed at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Hartley. He received his early education and graduated from the Hartley High School in 1942. Orlin enlisted in the Merchant Marines…

April 3, 1924 - September 29, 2010

Francis Roy Phillips

Francis Roy Phillips, the son of Burt and Opal (McBride) Phillips, was born December 3, 1923, in Rembrandt, IA. He received his education in Laurens, graduating from Laurens High School in 1942. After graduation Francis enlisted in the military, joining the 11th Airborne 1st Parachute…

December 3, 1923 - September 27, 2010

Esta Cleone Ott

Esta Cleone Ott, the daughter of Walter and Ella (Schmidt) Ott, was born December 3, 1918 in Clay County, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Clay County, where she received her education at Summit Township country school near Spencer, Iowa. She later attended and graduated from Hartley…

December 3, 1918 - September 24, 2010

Herbert Allen Birchard

Herbert Allen Birchard, the son of Clayton Eugene and Myrtle Ida (Prentice) Birchard, was born on a farm outside of Ayrshire, IA. He was raised in Gillett Grove and Milford, IA. He graduated from the Milford High School. Following his schooling, Herb worked as a farm hand until entering the…

February 24, 1929 - September 22, 2010

Marvena Bauerly

Marvena Carol Bauerly the daughter of Marvin and Mable (Johnson) Stofferan, was born March 24, 1948, in Slayton, Minnesota. She attended Ocheyedan Community Schools in Ocheyedan, Iowa. She married Lonnie Bauerly on June 28, 1968, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Marvena lived in several…

March 24, 1948 - September 21, 2010

Ernest William Hoelterhoff

Ernest William Hoelterhoff, the son of Frank and Clara (Fremal) Hoelterhoff, was born on May 8, 1928, in Chicago, IL. Ernest spent his early years on a farm in Wisconsin. The family later moved to the suburbs of Chicago where he attended school and helped his father at their butcher shop and…

May 8, 1928 - September 21, 2010

Connie Severson

Connie Kay (Williamson) Severson, the daughter of Gene and Peanuts Williamson, was born on November 29, 1945 in Spencer, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Ruthven and Spencer area, where she received her early education and graduated from Ruthven High School in 1964. On October 24,…

November 29, 1945 - September 20, 2010

Charles R. Toelle

Charles Ray Toelle was born in Estherville, Iowa, on March 15, 1920, to David & Bess Toelle. When Charles was 3 years of age, his parents moved their family to their farm southwest of Spencer. It was on that farm where Charles was raised and spent most of his life. Charles attended the rural…

March 15, 1920 - September 20, 2010

Rex Conrad Martin

Rex Conrad Martin, the son of Andrew Clyde and Ida Jane (Sitz) Martin, was born September 6, 1921 in Sutherland, IA. His childhood years were spent in Sutherland where he received his education. At the age of 17, he and his brother, Joe, went to Washington State to work picking apples and he…

September 6, 1921 - September 15, 2010

Russell Bertrand Baumeister

Russell Bertrand Baumeister passed away Sunday, September 12, 2010 while enjoying the beach at his vacation home in St. Maarten. He was born on August 22, 1949, at the hospital in Hartley, IA to Don and Helen (Thorne) Baumeister. He was baptized and confirmed in the Methodist Church. Russ graduated…

August 22, 1949 - September 12, 2010

Rosie Getting

Rosie Getting, the daughter of Joe and Nellie (Berger) Redenius, was born September 2, 1930 in Harrold, SD. She spent most of her young life with her Aunt and Uncle. Later she spent her time on a farm and the family moved to Humboldt, SD in the 40's, where she received her early education. …

September 2, 1930 - September 9, 2010

Bonita Lavon Speight

Bonita Lavon (Hagedorn) Speight, the daughter of Arthur and Etta (Miller) Johnson, was born May 20, 1923 in Dickens, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Ruthven area, where she received her education, graduating from Lake Center High School. Bonnie married Harold Hagedorn on…

May 20, 1923 - September 7, 2010

Jeffrey Steven Henaman

Jeffrey Steven Henaman, the son of Earl Charles and Shirley (Hively) Henaman, was born on August 7, 1947, in Spencer. His childhood and early education years were spent by attending many different schools in the communities he lived in. On November 3, 1970, Jeffrey married Sandra Funk…

August 7, 1947 - September 5, 2010

Charles Willis Six

Charles Willis Six, the son of John and Ruby (Campbell) Six was born July 4, 1942 in Holbrook, Pennsylvania. He attended school and graduated from Rogersville High School in 1959. Charles joined the Army March 26, 1964 and was honorably discharged in February of 1970. He also worked as…

July 4, 1942 - September 4, 2010

Darwin Gunnerson

Darwin Elmer Gunnerson, the son of Elmer and Esther (Mueller) Gunnerson was born July 17, 1939, in Sioux Rapids, IA. He was baptized and confirmed in the St. John Church of Christ of rural Peterson. He received his early education and graduated from Peterson High School in Peterson. …

July 17, 1939 - September 4, 2010

Dorothea P. Edleman

Dorothea Edleman, the daughter of Walter and Minnie Squires Mileham, was born December 14, 1914, on a farm near Curlew, Iowa. She received her early education and graduated from the Garfield High School in Webb in 1932. Dorothea married Milton Dale Edleman on January 24, 1934, in Curlew,…

December 14, 1914 - September 3, 2010

Richard Alan Harmon

Richard Alan Harmon, the son of Richard and Estella (McMannus), was born on September 28, 1949, in Estherville, Iowa. His childhood years were mostly spent in Spirit Lake until the family moved to Sioux City where he completed his education and graduated from Central High School. After high…

September 28, 1949 - September 3, 2010

Kenneth Warren Andersen

Kenneth Andersen the son of Russell and Gertrude Ball Andersen was born on October 31, 1920 in Denison, Iowa. He grew up on a farm near Deloit, Iowa, as well as farms near Alta and Ringstead. In 1939 he moved to a farm near Webb. Kenneth married Shirley Johnson on September 5, 1945 in…

October 31, 1920 - September 2, 2010

June 28, 1921 - September 2, 2010

Esther Jean Connell

Esther Jean (DeLong) Connell, 78, of Spencer, passed away at the Spencer Hospital on August 30, 2010, after a courageous 10 year battle with cancer. Esther was born May 14, 1932 in Jackson County, Minnesota to Russell F. and Dagmar (Bak) DeLong. They moved to Iowa in '38 and she started…

May 14, 1932 - August 30, 2010

Duane Floyd Fisk

Duane Floyd Fisk, the son of Floyd and Frieda Ilten Fisk, was born December 14, 1923 in Spencer, Iowa. He received his early education in country school and later from Spencer High School where he graduated. Following his schooling, Duane entered the United States Army on December 2, 1950 and…

December 14, 1923 - August 30, 2010

Donald H. Hansen

Donald H. Hansen, the son of Carl and Agnes (Koep) Thomas Hansen, was born February 7, 1925 in Royal, IA. His childhood years were spent in Royal, and later Hartley, Iowa, where he received his education, graduating. Following his schooling, he entered the military and served with the U.S.…

February 7, 1925 - August 24, 2010

Corwin 'Cory' Thomas

Cory "Gompy" Thomas, the son of Ray and Shirley (Cole) Thomas, was born July 13, 1955, in Cherokee, Iowa. Cory and his sister Ginny were raised in Cherokee, and he graduated from Washington High School in 1973. On June 29, 1974, Cory married his high school sweetheart Sandy George. In 1975…

July 13, 1955 - August 23, 2010

Mary Lou Rossiter

Mary Lou Rossiter, the daughter of William and Ina (Darling) Mehan, was born on May 26, 1929, in Palo Alto County, Iowa. She received her early education and graduated from Ayrshire High School. After high school, for a short time, she lived and worked in Fort Dodge, IA. Mary Lou then moved to…

May 26, 1929 - August 23, 2010

April 29, 1937 - August 23, 2010

Dr. James Cheever Ramsey, Jr.

James Cheever Ramsey, Jr., age 95, died Friday, August 20, 2010 at the Spencer Hospital, Spencer, IA after enjoying his last of many summers at Lake Okoboji. He was born February 6, 1915 in Burlington, IA to James Cheever Ramsey and Alice Winters Ramsey. He graduated St. Paul's High School…

February 6, 1915 - August 20, 2010

Raymond Amos Hollander

Raymond Amos Hollander, the son of Amos and Betty (Nelson) Hollander, was born March 16, 1952 in Hartley, Iowa. His childhood years were spent on a farm west of Fostoria, where he received his education at Everly, graduating from Everly High School in 1971. Raymond married Jolene…

March 16, 1952 - August 20, 2010

Margaret Voss

Margaret Evelyn Voss, the daughter of Glenn and Luella (Huffman) Ginger was born May 18, 1931 in Langdon, Iowa. She grew up and attended school in Spencer, graduating in 1950. She then attended Buena Vista College for two years. Margaret married Myron "Popps" Voss on May 21, 1953 in…

May 18, 1931 - August 19, 2010

Alvin Frederick Meyer

Alvin Frederick Christian Meyer, the son of Charlie Alvin Lawrence and Heneritta Sophia (Ottzen) Meyer, was born June 21, 1916 in O'Brien County, Iowa. He was baptized on August 6, 1916 and confirmed on July 7, 1929 at St. Mark's Lutheran Church in Meridan. His childhood years were spent in…

June 21, 1916 - August 17, 2010

Gloria Leigh Seaman

Gloria Leigh Seaman, the daughter of Guy and Dorothy Rhodes Mills, was born October 26, 1926 south of Greenville, Iowa. She received her early education in Rossie and graduated from Webb High School. Gloria then continued her education in Omaha at a Business School. Following her education,…

October 26, 1926 - August 17, 2010

Jay Dwight Hermstad

Jay Dwight Hermstad, the son of Troy and Janet (Olson) Hermstad, was born July 31, 1957 in Sioux Rapids, Iowa. His childhood years were spent on a farm near Cornell, Iowa, where he received his education, graduating from Sioux Rapids High School in 1976. Jay married Carol Schmidt on…

July 31, 1957 - August 14, 2010

Dorothy Marie Vodraska

Dorothy Marie (Thompson) Vodraska was born January 9, 1934 in Buffalo Center, the sixth of 13 children of Lauren and Goldie (Steele) Thompson. She grew up on a farm near Lakota graduating from Lakota High School in 1951. Dorothy married John Wencelav Vodraska on January 22, 1953 at…

January 9, 1934 - August 13, 2010

Loral Mitchell

Loral Francis Mitchell, the son of Ernest "Ernie" Francis Mitchell and Cora Mae (Zubler) Mitchell, was born August 26, 1942 near Curlew, Iowa. He was raised in the Webb area, where he attended school until the 10th grade. Loral married Jennifer Davis on March 23, 1968, at the Church…

August 26, 1942 - August 12, 2010

Henry Ore James Stinehart

Henry was born to Ore and Mary Gesena Lambertus Stinehart, July 13, 1912, in Spencer, Iowa. Henry achieved perfect attendance in his childhood education from Summit Township rural School and Spencer Public School through the age of thirteen years. On April 8, 1936, Henry married…

July 13, 1912 - August 10, 2010

Donald Doyle Wolcott

Donald Doyle Wolcott, the son of Raymond and Belva (Doyle) Wolcott, was born on March 25, 1927, in Gilmore City, Iowa. He was raised and received his early education there and graduating from Gilmore City High. After high school, Donald entered into the military with the U.S. Navy. Following…

March 25, 1927 - August 8, 2010

Lillian Matilda Harjes

Lillian Matilda Harjes, the daughter of Henry and Minnie (Westphalen) Klinker, was born December 22, 1912 in Hartley, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent moving around northwest Iowa, where she received her education. Lillian married Frances Frederick Lorenzen and to this union, three…

December 22, 1912 - August 7, 2010

Florence Christofferson

Florence Virginia Christofferson, the daughter of Robert and Carrie (Thompson) Andersen, was born August 13, 1917 in Spencer, Iowa. She received her education, graduating from Spencer High School in 1935. Florence married Bjerne (Buzz) Christofferson on August 20, 1937 in Sioux City, Iowa.…

August 13, 1917 - August 5, 2010

Judy Elaine Adams

Judy Elaine Hallcock was born to Lester and Irene (Duff) Hallcock, west of Griswold, Iowa on February 5, 1945. The family moved to a farm west of Spencer in 1951. She attended elementary school at Riverton #4 through the 6th grade, graduating from Spencer High School in 1963. While attending…

February 5, 1945 - August 5, 2010

Donald Gay Black

Donald Gay Black, the son of Lester Gay and Ora Maude Williams Black, was born April 25, 1920, in Wilder, Idaho. As an infant, his family moved to Rossie, Iowa where he attended grade school and graduated from the Rossie High School. Following his schooling, Don entered the U.S. Navy in…

April 25, 1920 - August 2, 2010

Joyce Ann Hebbel

Joyce Hebbel, the daughter of Louis and Myrtle (Lichtenberg) Gertsmeier, was born July 14, 1939 in Storm Lake, IA. She was raised on a farm in the Storm Lake, Iowa area, where she received her education graduating from Storm Lake High School on May 28, 1957. After high school, she worked for…

July 14, 1939 - July 30, 2010

Lanny Gene Bevers

Lanny Gene Bevers, the son of Ira and Cleon (Hoover) Bevers, was born on August 9, 1939, in the panhandle of Texas in the town of Sunray. Later the family moved to Fort Worth, TX where Lanny attended school. After high school, he entered into the U.S. Air Force. Lanny married Estlee Townley in…

August 9, 1939 - July 30, 2010

January 8, 1918 - July 29, 2010

Patricia Ann Krengel

Patricia Ann Krengel, the daughter of Glen Charles and Lillian Irene Burgin Goodwin, was born July 14, 1939 in Terrill, Iowa. Patricia received her early education and graduated from Spencer High School. Pat married LaVerne Lawrence Krengel on July 2, 1961 in Jackson, MN. Following their…

July 14, 1939 - July 26, 2010

LeAlma T. Thompson

LeAlma T. Thompson, 84, Hartley, Iowa, formerly of Willow Lake, SD, died Sunday, July 25, 2010, at Community Memorial Health Center, Hartley, IA. Services are set for 2:00 PM, Thursday, July 29, 2010, at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Vienna, SD, with Reverend Dave Larson officiating. Burial will…

January 27, 1926 - July 25, 2010

Colleen Kay LeClair

Colleen Kay LeClair, the daughter of Wilbur and Ruth (Stukey) Anderson, was born December 16, 1952 in Spencer, IA. Her childhood years were spent on a farm near Terril, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Terril High School. Colleen worked at the Spencer Veneer Plant after…

December 16, 1952 - July 21, 2010

James 'Jim' Lee Brown

James Lee Brown, the son of Lee and Winifred (Gibbons) Brown, was born December 4, 1927 in Peterson, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Peterson, where he received his education, graduating from Peterson High School in 1945. Following his schooling, he entered the military and served with…

December 4, 1927 - July 21, 2010

Thomas Henry Garrod

Thomas Garrod was born February 10, 1920 in Washta, Iowa to Tim and Martha (Small) Garrod. Tom grew up in that small community surrounded by family and friends. Tom married Cleo Ihry on September 23, 1939. They made their home in Cherokee and shortly after Tom left to serve his country as a…

February 10, 1920 - July 21, 2010

Julie Moriarty

Julie Ann Moriarty, the daughter of George and the late Mary (Pritchard) Moriarty, was born November 3, 1962 in Sheldon, IA. She attended school in Spencer, IA, graduating in 1981. Not long after graduation, Julie married Gaylen Sindt on August 22, 1981, in Royal, IA. Julie and Gaylen had…

November 3, 1962 - July 20, 2010

Nancy Carol Jungjohan

Nancy Carol Jungjohan, the daughter of Leroy and Dorothy (Phillips) Pingel, was born March 24, 1944 in Cherokee, IA. Her life was spent in Sutherland, IA, where she received her education, graduating from Sutherland High School. Nancy married Gary Jungjohan on September 1, 1961 in…

March 24, 1944 - July 18, 2010

Jane Marie Blanchard

Jane Marie Blanchard, the daughter of Clifford and Lillian (Godfredsen) Ringsdorf, was born on November 9, 1933 on their family farm in Kossuth County, Iowa. She received her early education in the Titonka area and graduated from Titonka High School. After high school, Jane married Glenn…

November 9, 1933 - July 18, 2010

June 8, 1924 - July 17, 2010

George Elliott Marks

George Elliott Marks the son of Robert and Dixie (Elliott) Marks, was born on July 5, 1935 in Manistique, MI. His early childhood years were spent in Michigan where he also received his early education.After graduation , George moved to Spencer where he attended the Spencer School of Business,…

July 5, 1935 - July 16, 2010

Florence Sybel Johnson

Florence Sybel (Doyle) Johnson, the daughter of Thomas Warren Doyle and Bessie M. (Mitchell) Doyle, was born on August 10, 1908 in Rossie, IA. She spent her childhood years in Cornell and Sioux Rapids, IA. After graduating from Sioux Rapids High School, she then took two years business…

August 10, 1908 - July 15, 2010

Marilyn Kay Wilson

Marilyn Kay Wilson, the daughter of Leo and Mabel Maxine (Koppelman) Rutledge, was born November 18, 1950 in Lake City, IA. Her childhood years were spent on a farm between Rockwell City and Lake City, IA, before her family moved to Dayton, IA. Her family later moved to Lake Mills, IA, where she…

November 18, 1950 - July 14, 2010

Doris Rae Stamper

Doris Rae Stamper, the daughter of Ray Landing and Louise Burns (Stone) Cahal, was born on November 16, 1925, in Paris, Kentucky. She was raised and received her early education in Loveland, Ohio, graduating from high school there. Doris married Eugene Edward Stamper on June 1, 1946 in…

November 16, 1925 - July 13, 2010

Nina Genson

Nina Genson, the daughter of Shadrick and Bessie (Russler) Gillespie was born November 29, 1912 in Highland Township near Sutherland, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Sutherland area where she received her early education. During the war Nina lived and worked in San Francisco,…

November 29, 1912 - July 8, 2010

Ruth Ketcham

Ruth L. Ketcham, the daughter of Charles H. and Olive (Millay) Anderson, was born August 5, 1912 in Hutchinson, KS. Her childhood years were spent in Hutchinson and Los Angeles, graduating from high school in Whittier, CA. Ruth was fondly known by family and friends as "Beep". Ruth…

August 5, 1912 - July 5, 2010

Baxter Robert Ankerstjerne

Baxter Robert Ankerstjerne, the son of Walter B. and Dorothy Alice (Payne) Ankerstjerne, was born November 9, 1935 in Sioux City, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Hornick, Iowa, where he received his early education. In 1950, his family moved to Peterson, Iowa, where he continued his…

November 9, 1935 - July 4, 2010

Justin Randall Guerttman

Justin Randall Guerttman, the son of Randall and Gloria (Hinz) Guerttman, was born June 1, 1981 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer, where he received his education, graduating from Spencer High School. Following high school, Justin continued to live in Spencer,…

June 1, 1981 - July 2, 2010

Shirley Josephine Struve

Shirley Josephine Struve, the daughter of Engold and Sigrid (Simonsen) Mortenson, was born October 11, 1921 in Webb, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Webb area, where she received her education, graduating from Webb High School. Shirley married Delmar Struve on May 24, 1941…

October 11, 1921 - June 28, 2010

Mary Louise Rehder

Mary Louise Rehder, the daughter of Henry and Irene (Teichman) Layton, was born May 31, 1920 in Washington, MO. Her childhood years were spent in Sikeston, MO, where she received her education, graduating in 1938. Following her schooling, she worked as a bookkeeper for Woolworth for several…

May 31, 1920 - June 20, 2010

Lillian Fishburn

Lillian Elaine Larsen Fishburn passed away on June 20, 2010 at St. Luke Lutheran Home with her daughter, Valerie by her side. Lillian, the oldest daughter of T.C. and Dagmar Larsen, was born July 16, 1921 on the family farm east of Spencer, Iowa. She was baptized and confirmed in the…

July 16, 1921 - June 20, 2010

Kirby Lee Hansen

Kirby Hansen, 57, of Everly, IA, departed this earth to live with his heavenly Father, on June, 19, 2010. He was hospitalized at Avera-McKennan Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD, and died from cancer complications. Kirby Lee Hansen, son of Lowell and Kathryn (Donahoo) Hansen, of rural…

August 4, 1952 - June 19, 2010

June Elizabeth Goettsche

June was born in Spencer to Leslie and Helen Popanz Johnson on June 24, 1922. June graduated from Spencer High school 1940. June was baptized at St. Paul's Lutheran church, Fort Dodge, Iowa in 1952 and is a member of First English Lutheran Church of Spencer. June was married to…

June 24, 1922 - June 14, 2010

Donovan Eugene Wilcox

Donovan Eugene Wilcox was born to Leo and Lula (Dugan) Wilcox on September 17, 1924 in Spencer, Iowa. He graduated from Spencer High School in 1942, went to California where he worked for MacDonald Douglas Aircraft and was drafted into the Army. He moved back to Spencer and married Betty Lou…

September 17, 1924 - May 29, 2010

August 14, 1945 - May 27, 2010

Lorrayne Emmie Westphalen

Lorrayne Emmie Westphalen, the daughter of Jack and Anna (Wede) Trojahn, was born March 3, 1916 on a farm near Sutherland, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Primghar, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Primghar High School. Lorrayne married Wilbur Westphalen…

March 3, 1916 - May 25, 2010

Raymond 'Gene' Wilson

Raymond Gene Wilson, the son of Ted and Louise (Patrick) Wilson, was born October 22, 1938 in Sioux City, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Davenport, Iowa, where he received his early education and later Spencer, Iowa, where he graduated from Spencer High School. Following his…

October 22, 1938 - May 25, 2010

Rick Duane Anderson

Rick Duane Anderson, the son of Duane and Phyllis Struve Anderson, was born April 27, 1954 in Cherokee, Iowa. He received his early education and graduated from the Sioux Valley High School in 1973. On July 31, 1976, Rick married Debra Schultz at the Congregational Church in Peterson. …

April 27, 1954 - May 24, 2010

Dennis Riepma

Dennis Bruce Riepma, the son of Wilson and Til (Harmsen) Riepma, was born December 31, 1943 in Long Beach, CA. His family moved from California to Iowa at an early age, where he received his education at Sheldon Christian School. He later graduated from Sheldon High School. Following his…

December 31, 1943 - May 22, 2010

April 20, 1921 - May 20, 2010

Robert Olhausen

Robert Fay Olhausen, the second of four sons of Everett and Mona (Gillespie) Olhausen was born in Hartley, Iowa on March 12, 1935. Bob was raised in the Sutherland, Iowa area and lived in that community his entire life except for the four years his family lived in California when he was a…

March 12, 1935 - May 18, 2010

June Huldaann Richter

June Huldaann Proehl, the daughter of William and Hilda (Westphal) Proehl, was born on June 21, 1923, in Paullina, Iowa. She was raised and attended country school in the Paullina area. On December 5, 1943, June married Luvern Richter in Paullina, IA. She was a long time employee at Witco…

June 21, 1923 - May 17, 2010

Ruth Ann Goodchild

Ruth Mohr Goodchild, the daughter of Herbert and Bertha Mangold Mohr was born July 15, 1933 at Ayrshire, Iowa. She graduated from Ayrshire Consolidated School and received a Bachelor's Degree in elementary education from Buena Vista College. On June 15, 1955, she married Darwin (Bud)…

July 15, 1933 - May 15, 2010

Phyllis 'Toby' Mae Holst

Phyllis "Toby" Mae Holst, the daughter of Emil and Ella Back Struve, was born May 22, 1930, on the family farm south of Royal, Iowa. She received her early education in a country school, in 1939 the family moved to Moneta and she graduated from the Moneta High School in 1947. Toby…

May 22, 1930 - May 13, 2010

Virgil Francis Deardorff

Virgil Deardorff was born on February 1, 1926 to Andrew Judge and Laura Marie Deardorff in Spencer, Iowa. He grew up on a farm two miles west of Royal, Iowa and graduated from Royal High School. He attended two years at Adolphus College in St. Peter, MN and then joined the Navy as a radar…

February 1, 1925 - May 10, 2010

Margaret Deardorff

Margaret Deardorff (Peggy) was born on July 12, 1926 to George and Ida (Kreucher) Becker in St. Joe, Iowa. She graduated from St. Joe High School and attended Briar Cliff College in Sioux City, Iowa. On February 4, 1947, she was united in marriage to Virgil Deardorff of Royal, Iowa. …

July 12, 1926 - May 10, 2010

Dorothy Marie Galm

Dorothy Marie Dykstra Galm was born December 9, 1927, in Canistota, South Dakota, the second of six children to Dowina (Dorothy) Louise Dykstra and Adrian (Ed) Michael Dykstra. Dorothy moved with her immediate family to rural Everly, Iowa, in 1934, graduating from Everly Community School…

December 9, 1927 - May 10, 2010

Douglas Bodenhamer

Douglas Wayne Bodenhamer, the son of Wayne Elza and Gladys "Birdie" (Birchard) Bodenhamer, was born July 22, 1951 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent on a farm near Peterson, where he received his early education, graduating from Sioux Valley High School in 1969. Following…

July 22, 1951 - May 8, 2010

Dortha Margaret Johnson

Dortha Margaret Johnson, the daughter of Henry and Clara Wheeler Huntress, was born May 14, 1922, in Arlington, South Dakota. She received her early education and graduated from the Peterson High School in 1940. Dortha served for 3 years in the United States Navy as a Communications…

May 14, 1922 - May 5, 2010

Audrey Virginia Edwards

Audrey Virginia Edwards, the daughter of Albert D. and Marie F. (Brewer) Myers, was born May 5, 1929 in Rodman, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Rodman and later Emmetsburg, Iowa, where she received her education. Audrey married Harold Edwards in November of 1946 and to this…

May 5, 1929 - May 5, 2010

Mae Sophie Pearson

Mae Sophie Pearson, the daughter of Elmer and Anna (Menke) Mugge, was born June 12, 1924 in O'Brien County, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Calumet, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Calumet High School. Mae married Lester Pearson on April 16, 1945 in…

June 12, 1924 - May 4, 2010

Judith Ann Mills

Judith Ann Anderson Mills was born December 12, 1941 in Storm Lake, IA to Edward Nathan Anderson and Eloise (Patee) Anderson. Her family attended the Elk Baptist Church, where she was baptized. She received her education at Highview School, until the school closed…

December 12, 1941 - May 4, 2010

Thomas C. Rahbusch, Sr.

Thomas Carl Rahbusch, Sr., the son of Wilhelm and Catherine (Hansen) Rahbusch, was born on April 3, 1939, in O'Brien County, Iowa. He was baptized at the Bethel Lutheran Church in Sutherland on June 22, 1947. He received his early education by attending Grant country school and then Sutherland…

April 3, 1939 - May 3, 2010

Burdette 'Bud' Lorenzen

Burdette "Bud" Francis Lorenzen, the son of Francis and Lillian Klinker Lorenzen was born October 13, 1934. His early years were spent in the Moneta, Everly and Montgomery areas. Bud graduated from the Spirit Lake High School in 1953. On March 7, 1954, Bud married Marjorie Helmers at the…

October 13, 1934 - May 3, 2010

Nadene Rozan Gerke

Nadene Rozan Kracht Gerke, the daughter of Richard and Iris Goettsche Kracht was born October 14, 1949 in Cherokee, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Peterson where she received her education, graduating from Sioux Valley High School in Peterson and Linn Grove, in 1967. She then went on to…

October 14, 1949 - May 2, 2010

Harold Edward Brigham

Harold Edward Brigham, the son of Henry A. and Minnie Anderson Brigham, was born on April 15, 1920, in Spencer, Iowa. He received his early education and graduated from the Milford High School in Milford, Iowa. He then attended and graduated from the Hamilton Business College in Mason City, Iowa…

April 15, 1920 - May 1, 2010

Glenn Meredith Jacobson

Glenn Meredith Jacobson, the son of John and Isabel Jacobson, was born May 20, 1915 in Havelock, Iowa. Glenn was educated in the Havelock School District. Glenn and his father operated the Standard Service Station in Peterson from 1935 to 1947. On April 7, 1936, he married Jean Gilleas…

May 20, 1915 - May 1, 2010

December 24, 1942 - April 28, 2010

Phyllis Sylvia Norgaard

Phyllis Sylvia Norgaard, the daughter of Philo and Katherine (Hanna) Chapman, was born March 15, 1929 in Clairmont, MN. Her childhood years were spent in Rochester, MN, where she received her education, graduating from high school in 1947. On November 14, 1948, Phyllis married Earl…

March 15, 1929 - April 27, 2010

Ramona 'Mona' Vae Beck

Ramona (Mona) Vae Beck, 77, of Peterson, Iowa, died Saturday, April 24, 2010, a rainy, Iowa spring day, her favorite kind, at St. Luke Lutheran Home in Spencer after several years of respiratory illness. She was born Mona Vae Hokanson August 22, 1932, in St. Peter, Minnesota, to Ione (Johnson)…

August 22, 1932 - April 24, 2010

Orpha Maxine Binder

Orpha Maxine Binder was born, November 29, 1920 in Ida County, Holstein, Iowa to John and Lillie (Wiese) Rohlk. Orpha attended country school in Galva Township and graduated from Quimby High School in 1938. On March 24, 1944, she married Norval Binder at Elk Baptist Church. They were…

November 29, 1920 - April 21, 2010

Thomas Paul Selzer

Thomas Paul Selzer, 55, of Honolulu, died April 18, 2010, in a scuba diving accident in Honolulu. Tom was born July 28, 1954, in Spencer to George and Donna Selzer. After high school, he joined the Marines and was stationed in Hawaii, serving in the drum and bugle corps. He loved the state and…

July 28, 1954 - April 18, 2010

Leona Amanda Plautz

Leona Plautz, the daughter of Henry and Anna (Jebsen) Litka, was born March 22, 1917, in Grant Township, IA. She was raised and attended country schools in the Sutherland area. After graduating high school, Leona became a dental assistant. Leona married Arnold Plautz on December 6, 1964…

March 22, 1917 - April 16, 2010

Ella 'Sally' Louise Barman

Ella Louise Barman, the daughter of Bernhardt and Bertha (Centner) Philiph, was born December 2, 1911 on the family farm in Westport Township, Dickinson County, Iowa. She received her early education at the Center Country School and continued her schooling at Everly High school, graduating with…

December 2, 1911 - April 14, 2010

Vernon John Schoorman

Vernon John Schoorman, the son of Kenneth and Helen June (Brigham) Schoorman, was born December 23, 1943 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent on a farm west of Fostoria, where he received his education at Summit #2 country school through 7th grade. He continued his education at…

December 23, 1943 - April 14, 2010

Ann Parsons Tuttle

Ann Parsons Tuttle, 93, quietly passed away in Hartley on April 14 after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer 's disease. The daughter of Carl and Adelia Parsons, Ann grew up in Spirit Lake, along with her brothers Carl Jr., John, Rod and Carlisle. After high school she moved to Spencer, where she…

May 24, 1916 - April 14, 2010

Stanley William Lanning

Stanley William Lanning, the son of William and Mildred (Cran) Lanning, was born December 14, 1915 in Pioneer, IA. His childhood years were spent in Bradgate, Iowa, where he received his early education in country schools. Stan married Eileen Davis on May 1, 1942. Stan entered…

December 14, 1915 - April 14, 2010

Heather Strandberg

Heather Strandberg, the daughter of Bruce and Bonnie Vrana Rahn, was born October 22, 1971, in Sac City, Iowa. She received her early education and graduated from Sac Community High School where she was active in sports and music. Heather continued her education at Wayne State, while there…

October 22, 1971 - April 14, 2010

Harry 'Red' LaWayne Baxter

Harry LaWayne "Red" Baxter, the son of Ernest and Elnora Long Baxter, was born October 11, 1934 in Ayrshire, Iowa. He received his early education in Ayrshire and finished his schooling from the Silver Lake Consolidated School in Ayrshire. Following his schooling, Red worked as a farm hand. …

October 11, 1934 - April 12, 2010

Marian Jean Monthei

Marian Jean Monthei daughter of Frank and Hazel (Hasty) Scheuermann was born April 18, 1935 on her mothers' birthday. She attended country school and in 1953 graduated from Cooper High School, Cooper, IA. On August 22, 1954 she joined in marriage to Daniel Roy Monthei to this union was born…

April 18, 1935 - April 10, 2010

Keith Mugge

Keith George Mugge, the son of Arthur and Grace (Hessenius) Mugge, was born March 26, 1927, in O'Brien County, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer, Iowa, where he received his education, graduating from Spencer High School. During his younger years, he farmed with his father on the…

March 26, 1927 - April 9, 2010

Dick George Beving

Dick George Beving, the son of George Antone and Alta (Winterboer) Beving, was born November 11, 1919. He attended rural schools and graduated from Okoboji Consolidated High School. In January of 1942 he enlisted in the Navy and served in the Pacific until September of 1945. In the summer of…

November 11, 1919 - April 8, 2010

Jack Jordan

Elmer Adolph Jordan, the son of Herman and Hannah (Lohrman) Jordan, was born on August 25, 1910 in Summit Twsp., Iowa. When he was 4 years old the family moved to a farm southwest of Spencer. He went to country school and graduated from Spencer High School in 1927.After graduation he farmed…

August 25, 1910 - April 6, 2010

Raymond Wilbur Koehnk

Raymond Wilbur Koehnk, the son of Otto and Anna Koehnk, was born on October 12, 1920 on a farm near Moneta, Iowa. After graduating from Everly High School in 1939, he attended the University of Iowa, where he was a member of the 1942 Iowa Big Ten championship baseball team. In August of…

October 12, 1920 - April 3, 2010

Ellie Remillard

Eleanor "Ellie" Evelyn Remillard, was born December 20, 1930 in Knox County, Nebraska to James and Mamie (Foreman) Frank. She attended country school near her home. After graduating from high school in 1949 at Verdigre, Nebraska, she worked a few years in Omaha, Nebraska. Eleanor…

December 20, 1930 - April 2, 2010

Earl Stanley Norgaard

Earl Stanley Norgaard, the son of Hans Peter and Christine Marie Buttker Norgaard, was born February 11, 1927 in Colter, Iowa. When he was a child, his family moved to the Spencer area where he received his early education and graduated from the Spencer High School in 1944. Following his…

February 11, 1927 - April 2, 2010

Robert C. Wede

Robert Christian Wede (Bob), age 86 of Peterson, Iowa, died Thursday, April 1, 2010, at the Spencer Municipal Hospital in Spencer, Iowa. Bob was born on July 26, 1923, at home near Peterson, Iowa, the eldest son of Chris and Viola (Noethe) Wede. He was baptized as an infant and…

July 26, 1923 - April 1, 2010

Ervin Albert Behrens

Ervin Albert Behrens, was born September 23, 1920, at Johnson, Minnesota to John and Sophia Fuhrman Behrens. Ervin was baptized on October 17, 1920 and confirmed on April 5, 1936 at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Johnson, Minnesota. He completed his eighth grade education in Wheaton, Minnesota. …

September 23, 1920 - April 1, 2010

Donald Eugene Sorensen

Donald Eugene Sorensen, the son of Fred and Frances Sorensen, was born on September 4, 1935 in Superior, Iowa. After graduating from Spirit Lake High School in 1952, he entered the United States Air Force where he honorably served his country until September 1974. In April of 1958, he was…

September 4, 1935 - March 31, 2010

Mace Allen Hershberger

Mace Allen Hershberger, the son of James Monroe and Floy Evelyn (Baumgartner) Hershberger, was born March 24, 1962 in Ft. Wachuka, AZ. His childhood years were spent in Normal, Illinois, where he received his early education. Mace moved with his family to Storm Lake, Iowa in 1970, when…

March 24, 1962 - March 31, 2010

Milton LeRoy Conrad

Milton LeRoy Conrad, the son of Walter and Anna (Speth) Conrad, was born August 25, 1917 in Tulare, SD. His childhood years were spent on a farm near Langdon, Iowa, where he received his education at Meadow Township #7 country school. Following his schooling, Milton helped farmers in the area. …

August 25, 1917 - March 30, 2010

Bonnie Lucille Quirin

Bonnie Lucille Quirin, the daughter of Harry and Rachel (Marrington) Baird, was born on December 13, 1927, in Schaller, Iowa. She received her education in Schaller and graduated from Schaller High School in May of 1945. She was employed at State Bank of Schaller until 1948, when she…

December 13, 1927 - March 30, 2010

Eugena Mae Watson

Eugena Mae Watson, the daughter of Errol and Nellie (Hammond) Dillon was born July 1, 1917 in Lamberton, MN. At a very young age she moved with her family to Union, Iowa where she received her early education, graduating from high school there in 1935. She attended Ellsworth Junior College and…

July 1, 1917 - March 28, 2010

Gladys Katherine Lydia Fry

Gladys Katherine Lydia Fry, the daughter of Charles and Louise (Topp) Jurries, was born March 7, 1913 in Frankford, IL. She attended school in Sherburn, MN and Estherville, IA. She was united in marriage to Virgil Fry on February 14, 1933 in Jackson, MN. She and Virgil farmed near…

March 7, 1913 - March 28, 2010

Ida Marie Peterson

Marie Peterson, the daughter of George and Flossie Bell (Faulkner) Franklin, was born September 7, 1909 in LeMars, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer, where she received her education, graduating from Spencer High School. After graduation, she attended the Thompson School of…

September 7, 1909 - March 23, 2010

John Aaron Young

John Aaron Young, the son of Daymon and Sally (Boydston), was born on February 17, 1974, in Yankton, South Dakota. John grew up in the Fort Dodge area, receiving his early education in Otho and then attending high school in Fort Dodge. After graduation, he attended Iowa Central Community…

February 17, 1974 - March 23, 2010

Lisa Ann Falline

Lisa Ann (Dunn) Falline, the daughter of Robert and Doris (Bruning) Dunn, was born January 16, 1960, in Spencer, Iowa. Lisa's childhood years were spent in Spencer, where she received her education. Lisa had been working at Wild Rose Casino in Emmetsburg, Iowa until August 2009. Lisa…

January 16, 1960 - March 17, 2010

Gerrit P. 'Bob' Porter

Gerrit "Bob" Porter of Spencer Iowa was born August 10, 1917, near Brunsville, Iowa, and passed away March 16, 2010, in Spencer, Iowa, at the age of 92. He was the son of Peter and Fredericka Porter. They moved to a farm east of Hospers when he was 10 yrs old. He graduated from Archer High…

August 10, 1917 - March 16, 2010

Allen Bell

Allen Floyd Bell, the son of John and Sally (West) Bell, was born on April 16, 1961, in Cherokee, IA. Al was raised and attended school in Storm Lake where he also met his childhood sweetheart, Holly Adele Boardman. On May 18, 1985, they married and together they had two children: Mary Ellen…

April 16, 1961 - March 14, 2010

Viola Marie McGuire

Viola Marie McGuire, the daughter of Edward Charles and Margaret May (Herring) Ryan, was born January 22, 1913 in Elk Point, South Dakota. Her childhood years were spent in Elk Point, where she received her education. She was married to Thomas Leonard McGuire on September 15, 1948 in…

January 22, 1913 - March 9, 2010

Esther Josephine Radley

Esther Josephine Radley, the daughter of Henry and Hazel Mendenhall Nicholson, was born August 16, 1915 in Peterson, IA. After graduating from Peterson High School, Esther lived in Battle Creek for five years before settling in Spencer. Esther married Ernest Radley on March 27, 1943 in South…

August 16, 1915 - March 5, 2010

Virginia May Traughber

Virginia May Johnson, the daughter of Clarence and Frieda Langhoff Johnson, was born November 17, 1921 in Spencer, Iowa. At an early age her parents moved to New Ulm, Minnesota where she was baptized at St. Paul's Lutheran Church on April 10, 1922. When she was in the 4th grade her parents moved…

November 17, 1921 - March 2, 2010

Cheryl Renee Buren

Cheryl Dykshoorn Buren, the daughter of Lowell and Nell (Dekker) Dykshoorn, was born on October 18, 1952 at Sheldon, Iowa. She attended elementary and Jr. High School in Sheldon and in 1966, her family moved to Spencer where she graduated from Spencer High School in 1970. Following high school…

October 18, 1952 - February 28, 2010

Robert Wakefield

Robert W. Wakefield, the son of Miranda and Margaret (Kail) Wakefield was born March 18, 1920 in Moline, IL. He attended several grade schools before graduating from High School in Des Moines, IA. He then attended University of Iowa for two years before joining the United States Army during…

March 18, 1920 - February 28, 2010

David Martin Blair

David Martin Blair, the son of Harold and Leona (Nydahl) Blair, was born October 29, 1938 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Everly, Iowa, where he received his education, graduating from Everly High School. Following his schooling, he worked at the Spencer Packing Plant…

October 29, 1938 - February 26, 2010

Kathleen Anne Kramer

Kathleen Anne Kramer of Rosemount, Minnesota and Spirit Lake, Iowa passed away Friday, February 26. She was born April 19, 1933 in Hartley, Iowa to John and Maurine (nee Redmond) Stoterau. On October 13, 1955, she married Jerry Kramer, who survives. Kathleen is also survived by…

April 19, 1933 - February 26, 2010

Florence Ann Asmussen

Florence Ann Asmussen, the daughter of David John and Frances Mary (Campbell) Walsh, was born November 21, 1926 in Boston, MA. Her childhood years were spent in Boston, MA, where she received her education. Florence married Dale Asmussen on September 8, 1950, in Sioux Falls, SD. …

November 21, 1926 - February 24, 2010

James Bang Christensen

James Bang Christensen, the son of Peter Albert and Mary Christine Bang Christensen, was born November 14, 1914. Jake, as his siblings referred to him, spent his early years growing up south of Royal on the family farm with his sister and three brothers and attended the Willow Creek Country…

November 14, 1914 - February 24, 2010

Jacob 'Jake' KI Ralph

Jacob "Jake" KI Ralph, the son of John and Sarah Larson Ralph, was born June 6, 1981 in Soul, South Korea. John and Sarah adopted Jake in May of 1982. They lived in Spencer until 1991 when they moved to Wahpeton. Jake graduated from the Okoboji High School in 2000. He then attended Iowa Lakes…

June 6, 1981 - February 23, 2010

Gary Lee Cisney

Gary was born on Dec 29, 1952 to Ruth Ellen (Willey) and Gordon Cisney of Coleridge, NE. He died unexpectedly in Spencer, IA on Feb 22, 2010. Gary and his wife Colleen had just recently moved from Omaha, NE to Spencer, IA where he had hoped to live out his retirement. In addition to his wife…

December 29, 1952 - February 22, 2010

Howard 'Burrel' Matthews

Howard Burrel Matthews was born February 2, 1913, to Howard and Martha Alice (McClay) Matthews on a farm northeast of Webb, IA, and died on February 21, 2010, at the Spencer Municipal Hospital at the age of 97 years. Burrel was the second of three children including his older sister, Irma…

February 2, 1913 - February 21, 2010

Thelma Weiland Wiese

Thelma Weiland Wiese, the daughter of Christopher and Ruth (Vandemark) Weiland, was born October 26, 1928 in Spencer, Iowa. She grew up on the family farm near Spencer, where she received her education. Thelma married Amos Wiese on November 17, 1946 in Spencer. Throughout their marriage…

October 26, 1928 - February 20, 2010

Luther 'Lu' Lafayette Heller

Luther Heller, 88, of Worthington, Minnesota, formerly of Royal, Iowa died February 18, 2010 at the Minnesota Veterans Home in Luverne, MN. Born April 8, 1921 in Council Bluffs, IA he was the son of Luther and Belle Heller. He married Bonnie Bruce on September 5, 1948 in Fremont, NE. She…

April 8, 1921 - February 18, 2010

Ione Marie Mathison

Ione Marie Mathison, the daughter of Joe and Mabel Stitz, was born September 17, 1921 in Sioux Rapids, IA. Her family moved to Spencer, IA when Ione was four years old, where she received her education, graduating from Spencer High School in 1939. Ione married Edward Kenneth Mathison on…

September 17, 1921 - February 15, 2010

Clarence Elvin Birchard

Clarence Elvin Birchard, the son of Clayton and Myrtle Irene (Prentice) Birchard, was born on June 19, 1921, in Gillett Grove, IA. He was raised, and received his early education by attending country schools, in the Gillett Grove area. Clarence married Alma Roskens on February 23,…

June 19, 1921 - February 14, 2010

Theodore H. Fischer

Theodore "Ted" Fischer, the son of William and Ida Miller Fischer, was born October 17, 1917, in Hartley, Iowa. He received his early education in country schools and graduated in 1936. Ted married Elizabeth "Betty" Ann Kupper on January 5, 1943, in Royal. Following their marriage, they…

October 17, 1917 - February 13, 2010

Leona Margaret Skaar

Leona Margaret Skaar, the daughter of E.W. and Freda (Langholz) Kraft, was born February 19, 1918, in Brewster, MN. Her childhood years were spent in Paullina, where she received her early education at Zion Lutheran School. She later continued her education at Meridan High School where…

February 19, 1918 - February 11, 2010

Opal DuBois

Opal LaVonne DuBois, the daughter of Freddie LeRoy and Mary Helen (Hubbard) Thompson was born on October 3, 1919, in Moorhead, IA. She received her early education there until her senior year when her family moved to Sioux Rapids, IA, where she graduated. After high school, Opal attended…

October 3, 1919 - February 11, 2010

Jadin Diane Vega

Survivors Her parents: Josh and Courtney (Vega) Rook of Sutherland, Iowa; one sister, Mea J. Vega at home; his grandparents: Angela and Virgil Powell of Sutherland, Iowa; great grandparents: Pearl Powell of Sutherland, Iowa and Susan and Clayton Muller of Marble Hill, Missouri; many other…

April 30, 2009 - February 10, 2010

Larry Joe Miller

Larry Joe Miller, the son of Leland and Gwendolyn (Bundy) Miller, was born at home on January 27, 1952 in Milford, IA. His childhood years were spent in Milford where he received his education, graduating from Milford High School in 1970. Larry married Pamela Johnson on July 12, 1975,…

January 27, 1952 - February 9, 2010

Harold Henry Phelps

Harold Henry "Blackie" Phelps, the son of Ernest and Goldie (Stanton) Phelps, was born September 19, 1922 in Royal, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Royal, where he received his education. Following his schooling, he entered the military, where he served with the U.S. Air Corps during…

September 19, 1922 - February 9, 2010

Brian Rustan Hoover

Brian Rustan Hoover, the son of Don (Rusty) and Jan Randeris Hoover was born in Spencer, IA on March 30th, 1977. Brian grew up in the Webb area and attended South Clay Community Schools during his elementary and junior high years. Brian graduated from Sioux Central Community Schools…

March 30, 1977 - February 9, 2010

November 13, 1931 - February 7, 2010

Nelda Frances Baker

Nelda Frances Baker, the daughter of Andrew and Elizabeth (Plagman) Burgeson, was born September 28, 1909 in Oakes, ND. Her childhood years were spent in the Peterson, Iowa area, where she received her early education in country schools, later graduating from Peterson High School. Nelda…

September 28, 1909 - February 5, 2010

Lowell Vernon Elliott

Lowell Vernon Elliott, the son of Frank and Clara Ramsey Elliott, was born January 3, 1920 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Greenville/Rossie area, where he received his education. On April 9, 1939, Lowell was united in marriage to Blanche Skinner in Papillion,…

January 3, 1920 - February 4, 2010

Alden Ivar Franseen

Alden Ivar Franseen was born on December 7, 1921, to Anna (Mainquist) Franseen and Axel Ivar Franseen in Stanton, Iowa. He grew up on a farm in Stanton, graduated from Red Oak High School and entered the Navy in WW II. Bible camp was where Alden met Dorothy Gustafson in 1945. They were…

December 7, 1921 - February 4, 2010

Doris May Pixler

Doris May Gardner was born to Harry and Barbara Daisy (Bock) Gardner on March 16, 1918, in Sargent, Nebraska. She moved at a young age to Erickson, Nebraska, where she attended elementary through high school. She attended Grand Island Business College for 2 years, where she met Ivan G.…

March 16, 1918 - February 3, 2010

Ervine M. Wilson

Ervine Marion Wilson was born June 3, 1917 to Warner and Fina (Hartman) Peelgren of Webb, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Webb, where she received her education, graduating from Webb High School. She married Julius S. Chestelson in June 23, 1947. They farmed their river bottom…

June 3, 1917 - February 3, 2010

Aline G. Roskens

Aline G. Roskens, the daughter of George and Anna (Stille) Kaiser, was born September 7, 1916, in Storm Lake, IA. Her early childhood years were spent in the Storm Lake and Schaller area. At the age of 12 her family moved to the Milford area and she graduated from the Okoboji School in rural…

September 7, 1916 - February 2, 2010

Orton Marcus Hanson

Orton Marcus Hanson, the son of Henry and Martha Nelson Hanson, was born December 3, 1917 in Brady, MT and raised in Polson, MT on the south shore of the Flathead Lake. Orton served in the Army Air Force from 1943 to 1946. He was a tail gunner in a B24 aircraft and participated in a Search and…

December 3, 1917 - February 1, 2010

Wesley Fred Jespersen

Wesley Fred Jespersen, son of Lawrence Henry Jespersen and Martha Gertrude (Paulsen) Jespersen, was born May 15, 1927 in Spencer, Iowa. He was baptized and confirmed in the Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Royal. His childhood and school age years were spent in Royal and Rossie, graduating from…

May 15, 1927 - February 1, 2010

Mary Alice Peterson

Mary Alice Krout Peterson, the daughter of Clarence (Bud) and Bessie (North) Krout was born November 30, 1936 in rural Storm Lake, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Storm Lake and Marathon where she received her education. She married Elwyn Leroy Peterson on April 10, 1954. To this marriage,…

November 30, 1936 - January 31, 2010

Deane Albert Goodale

Deane Albert Goodale, the son of Franklin Starr and Helen Alberta (McDowell) Goodale, was born June 15, 1925 in La Puente, CA. His childhood years were spent in California, where he received his early education. His family moved to Spencer, Iowa, when Deane was in 11th grade and he later…

June 15, 1925 - January 30, 2010

Helen Haaland

Margaret Helen Haaland, the daughter of Robert Lee and Lola Albertus (Bigler) Meredith, was born on December 17, 1927, in the original farmhouse on her family's farm in Clay County. She was raised and received her early education in Rossie, where she graduated from Rossie High School in 1946.…

December 17, 1927 - January 28, 2010

Judy Lee Spence

Judy Lee Spence, the daughter of Jerry and Mabel (Long) Strohman, was born September 11, 1948, in Emmetsburg, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Ayrshire and Emmetsburg, where she received her early education. After her mother's death, she moved to her brother's home in Fenton, IA, where…

September 11, 1948 - January 27, 2010

Kathryn A Johnston

Kathryn A. Johnston, the daughter of Andrew and Kate (Burke) Johnson, was born July 26, 1922 on a farm near Anita, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Atlantic, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Atlantic High School in 1939. Following her schooling, she worked as a…

July 26, 1922 - January 26, 2010

Richard W. Rasmuson

Richard Wesley Rasmuson, the son of Russell and Elsie (Woods) Rasmuson, was born April 18, 1935 in Garner, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Garner, where he received his education. He entered the military in 1954 and served with the U.S. Army during the Korean War, until his…

April 18, 1935 - January 25, 2010

Frank LeRoy Huss

Frank LeRoy Huss, the son of Edward and Charlotte Deegan Huss, was born in Royal, Iowa on September 19, 1923. Frank was raised on a farm south of Everly and attended country school, Alton Boy's School and later graduated from Everly High School. Frank then attended and graduated from Loras…

September 19, 1923 - January 22, 2010

Kyler Eugene Igou

Kyler Igou, the infant son of Dana Igou and Jessica McCullah was born November 10, 2009 in Sioux Falls, SD. Kyler passed away at the Sanford Childrens Hospital USD Medical Center in Sioux Falls, SD on January 21, 2010. He was preceded in death by his great great-grandparents Jean…

November 10, 2009 - January 21, 2010

Esther L. Rasmuson

Esther Louise Rasmuson the daughter of Oren and Edna Skinner, was born March 20, 1926 in Sioux Township, Iowa. She received her early education and graduated from the Spencer High School. Esther married Russell Rasmuson on March 11, 1946 in Jackson, MN. Esther was a fun loving, hard…

March 20, 1926 - January 21, 2010

Darwin 'Bud' Neil Goodchild

Darwin "Bud" Neil Goodchild, the son of Lester and Gladys (Grove) Goodchild, was born July 3, 1931 in Havelock, IA. He attended school in Havelock, Lake Center and Papillion, NE. Bud served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War from 1952 to 1954 and was stationed in Germany. On June 15,…

July 3, 1931 - January 16, 2010

Greg Bina

Gregory John Bina, the son of William and Amanda M. (Jauert) Bina, was born May 25, 1938 in Marquette, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Northeast Iowa along the Mississippi River in New Albin, IA, where he received his education. Greg married Dolores Hinz on May 18, 1960 in…

May 25, 1938 - January 16, 2010

Otis 'Bob' Andrews

Otis Robert Andrews was born April 13, 1921, to Otis R. and Rosella Shea Andrews at Carroll, IA. He received his early education in Carroll, attending St. Joseph Grade School and graduated from Carroll High School. He was employed by the State Conservation Commission before enlisting in…

April 13, 1921 - January 15, 2010

Christine Louise Beck

Spencer, IA

Christine Louise Beck, the daughter of Elmer and Mary Jane (Saunders) Parsons, was born February 16, 1958 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Gillett Grove, Iowa area, where she received her education graduating from South Clay High School in 1976. She later attended and…

February 16, 1958 - January 12, 2010

Virginia Irene Bellows

Virginia Irene Bellows was born January 30, 1914, near Alta, Iowa, to Ethel Irene Parker and Bert A. Adams. They lived near Alta until her mother's death, December 28, 1918. Virginia lived two years with her aunt and uncle, Dr. and Mrs. Guy Clemons in Storm Lake. After her father's…

January 30, 1914 - January 8, 2010

Dawain Fear

Dawain LaVerne Fear, the son of Ray and Eva (Abbott) Fear, was born September 4, 1932, in Sioux City, IA. His childhood years were spent in several northwest Iowa communities. He graduated from Primghar High School in 1950 and entered the military in 1953, where he served in the Korean War.…

September 4, 1932 - January 8, 2010

Sylvia Pearle Holmberg-Van Norman

Sylvia Pearle Holmberg-Van Norman, the daughter of Daniel Christian and Lola I. (Moore) Van Hoven, was born May 20, 1926 in Dickens, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Dickens, where she received her education, graduating from Dickens High School in 1943. Sylvia married Raymond…

May 20, 1926 - January 4, 2010

Jocelyn 'Joyce' Dawn Clarke

Jocelyn (Joyce) Dawn Clarke, daughter of Herbert J. and Fern (Hinch) Walstead, was born on May 28, 1919 in Albert City, IA. On January 4, 2010, following a brief illness, Joyce went to be with the Lord. Joyce was raised on a farm in Buena Vista County along with 2 brothers and 2 sisters. She…

May 28, 1919 - January 4, 2010

Robert L. Carlson, Jr.

Robert Lee "Bob" "Bobby" Carlson the son of Robert Lee Carlson Sr. and Norma Faye Whited Carlson was born June 23, 1969 in Portsmouth, VA. Bob graduated from the Spencer High School, he then attended Kirkwood Community College and the University of Iowa both in Iowa City, Iowa. Bob…

June 23, 1969 - January 4, 2010

Anna Hugunin

Anna Chrisine Beck Hugunin was born to Karoline Olesen Beck and Joseph S. Beck on July 27, 1911, in Greenville, Iowa where she attended school. She was an active member of the Congregational Church in Spencer. She married Victor Hugunin on August 15, 1930 in Spencer. They spent their entire…

July 27, 1911 - January 3, 2010

Helen Langenfeld

Helen I. Langenfeld, the daughter of William and Clara (Windeshausen) Bruck, was born July 11, 1927 in Portsmouth, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Harlan, where she received her education, graduating from Harlan High School. Helen married Julius (Dewey) Langenfeld on September…

July 11, 1927 - January 3, 2010

Benjamin F. Davis

Benjamin Francis Davis, the son of Elmer and Sophia Ponach Davis, was born July 30, 1926 in Princeton, MN. His childhood years were spent in Cresco, IA, where he received his education, graduating from Cresco High School in 1943. He later attended Iowa State Teacher's College in Cedar Falls,…

July 30, 1926 - January 3, 2010

Ruby Triggs

Ruby Alice Nassen Triggs, the daughter of Harvey and Stella (Durby) Nassen, was born on March 18, 1923, near McCallsburg, Iowa. She was the eldest of five children who grew up on a farm east of Roland, Iowa. Ruby attended the American Institute of Business in Des Moines. She worked as a…

March 18, 1923 - December 31, 2009

Ronald James Ricketts

Ronald James Ricketts, the son of Lyle and Helen Simonsen Ricketts, was born September 14, 1949, in Fort Dodge, Iowa. He grew up and received his early education in Sioux Rapids and graduated in 1970. Following his schooling, Ron attended the University of Northern Iowa. On June 27, 1970,…

September 14, 1949 - December 27, 2009

Magnus Johnson

Magnus Johnson, the son of P.M. and Mina (Moats) Johnson, was born Sept. 6, 1922 in Peterson, IA. The family moved to rural Spencer in March 1923. He attended grade school in Lincoln Township and graduated from Spencer High School in 1939. Following graduation, he worked for Linn Sioux Creamery…

September 6, 1922 - December 25, 2009

Ralph Taylor

Ralph Arnold Taylor, the son of Bayard and Alta Fink Taylor, was born April 2, 1935, in Langdon, Iowa. He received his early education in country schools and then graduated from the Spencer High School. In January of 1957, Ralph entered the United States Army and served until his honorable…

April 2, 1935 - December 23, 2009

Verneta Haaland

Verneta Adilene Haaland, the daughter of Louis and Emma Rasmussen Beck was born September 7, 1921 in Dickens, IA. She attended various country schools before graduating and receiving her teaching license from Buena Vista University. She taught country school in Rossie for 6 years. She…

September 7, 1921 - December 20, 2009

Mary Jo Ellenwood

Mary Jo Ellenwood, the daughter of Elwyn and Rebecca (Sietsma) Stinogel, was born on January 15, 1954, in Spencer, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Milford, where she received her early education and graduated from Milford High School in 1972. After graduation, she worked at the Dickinson…

January 15, 1954 - December 19, 2009

Betty Jane Chickering

Betty Jane Crowl Chickering, the daughter of Roy and Emma Johanna (Kruse) Crowl, was born July 10, 1921 in Arlington, SD. She received her education in Clay County, Iowa rural school, Fair Play, Greenville Consolidated School and later graduated from Everly High School. She worked as a…

July 10, 1921 - December 19, 2009

Grace Lucille Anderson

Grace Lucille Anderson, the daughter of John and Sarah (Bunjer) Arends, was born September 1, 1923 in Ashton, Iowa. She lived with her grandmother until the 3rd grade in the communities of Excelsior, Round Lake, MN and Lakefield, MN. They later moved to Northwest Iowa, where she attended…

September 1, 1923 - December 15, 2009

Alma Maxine Gustin

Maxine Gustin, the daughter of William Harvey and Margaret Wealthy (Austin) Beams, was born October 1, 1918, in Dickens, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Dickens area where she received her education at Lake Center Schools and later Dickens Consolidated School. Maxine married…

October 1, 1918 - December 11, 2009

Richard Sutherland

Richard Lee Sutherland, the son of Donald and Gertrude (Kiley) Sutherland was born on December 17, 1949 in Waukegan, IL. His childhood years were spent in Illinois and his summers in Dickens, IA with his grandparents. He attended St. Anne's Catholic School and Barrington High School in…

December 17, 1949 - December 11, 2009

Annette Struve

Annette Elizabeth Struve, the daughter of John and Virginia (Buck) Pinker of Plymouth, New Hampshire. She spent her childhood in the Plymouth community, where she received her education, graduating from New Hampshire High School in 1970. After completing high school, she did secretary and…

November 17, 1952 - December 8, 2009

Lucy Mae Kosta

Lucy Mae Kosta, the daughter of Louis Arnold and Nellie Madge (Woolston) Batcheler, was born October 19, 1914 on the family's farm home North of Peterson, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent on the farm. She started school in a one-room schoolhouse, Willow Grove #9, which was located on the…

October 19, 1914 - December 8, 2009

Dennis Parsons

Dennis Parsons, the son of Elmer and Mary Jane Saunders Parsons, was born December 2, 1956 in Spencer, Iowa. Dennis received his early education and graduated from the South Clay High School in 1975. Following his schooling, Dennis worked for Rich Adams and also Northwest Moving and…

December 2, 1956 - December 7, 2009

Elenor Florence Gertrude Speck

Elenor Florence Gertrude Speck, the daughter of Rudoph and Anna (Torkelson) Lempke, was born February 10, 1913 in Fort Dodge, IA. She was raised in Fort Dodge and Ringsted, Iowa, where she received her education in country schools. Elenor married Albert Raymond Speck on April 7, 1935 in…

February 10, 1913 - December 5, 2009

Janice Lentz

Janice Lentz, the daughter of Romen and Irene Smahl Marak was born November 15, 1941 in Swisher, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Cedar Rapids where she graduated from Cedar Rapids Prairie High School. Janice married Neal Lentz on October 21, 1963 in Cedar Rapids, IA. She worked as…

November 15, 1941 - December 5, 2009

Emy Lou Simington

Emy Lou Simington, the daughter of Ernest and Myrna (Koenck) Clark was born September 20, 1941 in Hartley, Iowa. She received her education at Everly, where she later graduated from Everly High School. Emy Lou married Dean Mull and to this union, two children were born, Darin and…

September 20, 1941 - December 5, 2009

Elwyn 'Bud' George Letcher

Elwyn "Bud" George Letcher, the son of Evert and Gertie Klaver Letcher, was born September 29, 1921, in Buffalo Center, IA. His childhood years were spent in Buffalo Center where he received his education, graduating from Buffalo Center High School in 1939. Following his schooling, he…

September 29, 1921 - December 4, 2009

Leva Maureen Franker

Leva Maureen Franker, 91, of Spencer, died Tuesday, December 1, 2009, at Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines following a brief illness. Leva was born in rural Royal, Iowa on February 7, 1918, to Mauritz D. and Hazel (Keene) Beck. Leva was an only child. Leva attended school…

February 7, 1918 - December 1, 2009

Service of Remembrance - 2009

Approximately 140 people attended our Candlelight Service of Remembrance Program held Monday, November 30, 2009 at the First Congregational Church in Spencer. We would like to thank all those for their attendance and also would like to thank those who participated in the service including:…

November 15, 2008 - November 30, 2009

Iva Gertrude Hansen

Iva Gertrude Hansen, the daughter of Lawrence and Adah Simington Jones, was born January 29, 1915, in Clay County, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Dickens area where she received her early education. Iva married Edgar Hansen on December 6, 1936, in Lakefield, MN. Throughout…

January 29, 1915 - November 29, 2009

Arnold Kruse

Arnold Everett Kruse the son of Everett & Wilhelmina Haberman Kruse, was born in Clay Township, Royal, Iowa, on September 3, 1930. Arnold was baptized and confirmed at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Royal. He received his early education in country schools and later graduated from the Royal High…

September 3, 1930 - November 27, 2009

Mae Margaret Miller

Mae Margaret Knowles Miller was born July 23, 1918 in Wing, ND to Karl Ross Knowles and Clara (Lutgens) Knowles. Her childhood years were spent in Bismarck, ND where she received her early education. Her family moved to Spencer in 1928 where she continued her schooling, graduating from…

July 23, 1918 - November 22, 2009

Peggy Diane Maurer

Peggy Diane Maurer, the daughter of Ray and Iris Summerbell Herrig, was born October 12, 1932 on a farm near Dickens and Gillett Grove, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent on the farm, where she received her education in country school and later graduated from Gillett Grove High School in…

October 12, 1932 - November 15, 2009

Velma 'Val' Jean Gannon

Velma "Val" Jean Gannon, 85, passed away on Saturday November 14, 2009, at the Spencer Hospital. Velma was born in Spencer on August 9, 1924 to Max and Mary Lockey Barth. Val attended Spencer High School. After graduation, she married Howard Gannon, to whom she was happily married for 63…

August 9, 1924 - November 14, 2009

Glen K. Wheeler

Glen Wheeler, the son of Charles and Ella (Seeman) Wheeler, was born on December 13, 1935, in Peterson, IA. He was raised and attended school in Peterson, graduating from Peterson High School. After graduation, Glen attended Morningside College in Sioux City. He then enlisted in the military,…

December 13, 1935 - November 10, 2009

Pastor Dennis L. Bergeson

Pastor Dennis L. Bergeson, 63, passed away November 10, 2009 at St. Mary's Hospital, Duluth, Minnesota. Pastor Dennis was born in Estherville, Iowa on November 1, 1946 to Leonard L. Bergeson and the late Dorothy Bergeson (Damstrom). He attended school in Estherville, Pocahontas, and Spencer,…

November 1, 1946 - November 10, 2009

Joyce Peters

Joyce Maxine Peters, the daughter of John and Esther (Larsen) Andersen, was born May 17, 1928 in Clay County, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Langdon area, Iowa area, where she received her education, graduating from Lake Center High School. Following her schooling, she continued…

May 17, 1928 - November 6, 2009

Joyce Ann Cain

Joyce Ann Cain, the daughter of Amos and Vinetta Brown Lloyd, was born January 29, 1933, in Hartley, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Hartley where she received her education, graduating from Hartley High School. Joyce married Ronald John Cain on December 10, 1950, in Hartley, IA. …

January 29, 1933 - November 5, 2009

Murray Sylvester Underwood

Murray Sylvester Underwood was born on September 25, 1921, in Clay County, to Alford Underwood and Henriette Beck Underwood. He attended high school in Peterson, Iowa, and attended college at the University of Iowa in Iowa City. His service in the ROTC program led him to serve in the US Navy…

September 25, 1921 - November 5, 2009

Lois Louise Selzer

Lois Louise (Schoenewe) Selzer, 78, died at the North Colorado Medical Center in Greeley, CO, on November 5, 2009. Lois was born March 6, 1931 in Clay County, Iowa. Lois was raised in the Peterson and Everly, Iowa area by her mother, Katherine (Schoelerman) Schoenewe. Lois graduated in Everly…

March 6, 1931 - November 5, 2009

Ray Kenneth Brown

Ray Kenneth Brown, 84, died at Longhouse on November 2, 2009. Ray was born August 26, 1925 in Monroe County, IA, to William and Phebie Newman Brown. After graduating from Moravia High School he joined the Army on November 10, 1945 during WWII. After an Honorable Discharge on January 20, 1947…

August 26, 1925 - November 2, 2009

Connie Kay Noble

Connie Kay Noble, the daughter of Claude William and Betty Caren (Nielsen) Klarstrom, was born May 23, 1941 in Hartley, Iowa. She received her education at Iowa School For The Deaf, where she graduated in 1960. Connie was a member of the Girl Scouts and the Pep Club during her years in…

May 23, 1941 - November 2, 2009

Ruby Cuthbert

Ruby May Cuthbert, the daughter of Fred and Mable (Fabert) Dickason, was born on October 29, 1919, in Philo, IL. Ruby was raised in Arcola, IL, where she attended country school. Ruby married Ted Andrew Cuthbert on February 26, 1941, in Arcola, IL. Following their marriage, the couple…

October 29, 1919 - November 1, 2009

Arnold F. Sindt

Arnold F. Sindt, the son of Fredrick Datelif Christian and Emma Marie Hansen Sindt, was born October 16, 1923, in Everly, Iowa. He received his early education and graduated from the Everly High School in 1941. Arnold married Elizabeth "Betty" Ann Norman on August 29, 1945, at St. Mary's…

October 16, 1923 - October 31, 2009

Helen A. Petersen

Helen A. Petersen, the daughter of Charlie and Ida Miller Hagedorn, was born April 5, 1931, in Sioux City, Iowa. As a young girl, Helen's family moved to Ruthven, Iowa and she received her early education in Gillett Grove, Iowa. On September 5, 1969, Helen married Marvin Petersen in Spencer,…

April 5, 1931 - October 30, 2009

Caleb Short

Caleb John Short, son of Rich and Becky Bedsaul, was born July 13, 1982 in Denison, Iowa. Caleb and his family moved to the Sutherland area in 1991, where he spent the majority of his life. Caleb attended South O'Brien High School, graduating in 2000. Caleb lived in Sutherland and worked at…

July 13, 1982 - October 28, 2009

Velma Anna Dau

Velma Anna Dau, daughter of Walter & Clara (Hoppe) Ebel was born February 2, 1922, near Iona, MN. Her childhood days were spent partly in this area and later moving with her parents to a farm near Granville, IA, in 1934. Her schooling was in country schools in Murray County, MN…

February 2, 1922 - October 21, 2009

Roger Wayne Miller

Roger Wayne Miller was born December 2, 1935 in Spencer, Iowa. He was the son of Marvon C. Miller and Elsie J. Eaton Miller. Roger attended school in Spencer, Iowa until his senior year and then graduated in 1954 from Ruthven, Iowa. Roger was united in marriage to Caroline Fales of Webb on October…

December 2, 1935 - October 19, 2009

Lucille Angeline Rogers

Lucille Angeline Rogers was born October 16, 1911 in May City, Iowa. She was the second of seven children. She was raised on a farm near May City and graduated from Hartley High School. In her early adulthood she lived in Chattanooga, Tennessee, Los Angeles, California, Caracas, Venezuela,…

October 16, 1911 - October 14, 2009

Ray D. Pullen

Raymond Dean Pullen, the youngest son of Roy T. and Ella Moon Pullen, was born July 17, 1925 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent on a farm north of Spencer. He attended Spencer schools, and graduated from Spencer High School. After graduation, he joined Hunter Flying…

July 17, 1925 - October 13, 2009

Jane Schumann

Jane Marie Schumann, the daughter of Ralph and Hannah (Erpelding) Schacherer, was born February 15, 1940 in Estherville, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Estherville, where she received her education, graduating from Estherville High School. She continued her education at Stewart's College…

February 15, 1940 - October 11, 2009

Deb Orthmann

Deborah Jean Orthmann, the daughter of Arnold and Dorothy (Koch) Carlson, was born April 15, 1957, in Primghar, IA. Her childhood years were spent on a farm near Paullina where she received her education, graduating from Paullina High School in 1975. She continued her education at Lakeland…

April 15, 1957 - October 8, 2009

Zelma Mae Mohror

Zelma Mae Mohror, the daughter of H.C. and Ina (Harris) Duke, was born December 2, 1906 in Clay County rural Peterson, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Royal, Iowa area, where she received her education, graduating from Royal High School in 1925. She attended Iowa State Teachers…

December 2, 1906 - October 4, 2009

John Arnold Hatten

John (Jack) Hatten was born September 21, 1934 in Bancroft, IA to Frank and Gertrude Hatten. He received his education at St. John's Catholic School in Bancroft, IA. On July 12, 1961, John was united in marriage to JoAnn Lensing of Bancroft. To this union, they were blessed with 5…

September 21, 1934 - October 2, 2009

Dorothy Magdalena Sorenson

Dorothy Heick Sorenson was born on April 6, 1911 to J. Fred and Magdalena Heick on their farm northwest of Peterson. She was the youngest of five brothers and four sisters. She attended a one room schoolhouse north of Peterson through 8th grade and then Peterson High School for 6 months before…

April 6, 1911 - September 28, 2009

Zipora Lily Elizabeth Nagel

Zipora Lily Elizabeth Nagel, the daughter of Paul and Bertha Geiser Braunschweig, was born June 23, 1924 in Sutherland, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Sutherland, where she received her education. She was united in marriage to Herman Nagel at the Bethel Lutheran Church in…

June 23, 1924 - September 27, 2009

Berl V. Goff

Berl Vincent Goff, the son of Paul and Mabel Goff, was born May 11, 1919 on Mother's Day on one of the original "homestead farms" of Iowa, just north of Ruthven. He received his education in Ruthven and left at age 18 to join the United States Air Force. While residing in Albuquerque, he…

May 11, 1919 - September 24, 2009

Doloras Florence Harrington

Doloras Florence Harrington, the daughter of Arthur and Louise Lutz was born on April 20, 1925. Her childhood years were spent in Terril, Iowa where she received her education, graduating from Terril High School. She continued her studies at St. Joseph's Hospital School of Nursing in Ottumwa,…

April 20, 1925 - September 23, 2009

William 'Bill' Gruhn

William "Bill" Gruhn, the son of Ernest August and Anna Marie Trojohn Gruhn, was born March 29, 1913, on a farm south of Hartley, Iowa. He received his education in Moneta Consolidated School. Bill married Velma Margaretha Witt on January 1, 1937, at the Trinity United Church of Christ in…

March 29, 1913 - September 19, 2009

Nancy Arrena Ebert

Nancy Arrena Ebert, the daughter of James and Mattie (Stephenson) Brannan, was born February 22, 1921 in Benson, North Carolina. Her childhood years were spent in North Carolina, where she received her education. Following her schooling, she worked for Western Electric in Baltimore. …

February 22, 1921 - September 19, 2009

Curtis Dale Bobolz

Curtis Dale Bobolz, the son of Ernest and Lucy Ehlers Bobolz, was born January 27, 1927, in Meriden, IA. Curt was baptized on March 20, 1927, at the Bethel Lutheran Church in Sutherland, Iowa and confirmed on May 12, 1940. He received his early education at the Liberty Township School in Calumet…

January 27, 1927 - September 17, 2009

May 28, 1932 - September 17, 2009

JoAnn Cleo Lawson

JoAnn Cleo Lawson, the daughter of Earl and Frances (Stowe) Rogers, was born October 4, 1935, in Worthington, MN. Her childhood years were spent in Denison, IA, where she received her early education. Her family later moved to Spencer, IA, where she graduated from Spencer High School. She…

October 4, 1935 - September 15, 2009

Eleanor Barry

Eleanor Irene Barry, the youngest daughter of Henry and Ina Duke, was born on the family farm near Peterson, Iowa on November 20, 1920. Her childhood was spent living and working on the farm with siblings, Zelma and Edna, and cousin, Francis. She attended country school through eighth grade and…

November 20, 1920 - September 7, 2009

Ethel Louise Dean

The mother of Curtis Dean of Spencer. Ethel Dean, 83, of Spencer, Iowa and formerly of Wheatland and Grand Mound, Iowa, passed away on September 5, 2009 at her home. Services are Thursday, September 10, 2009 at 4:00pm at St. Paul's United Church of Christ in Wheatland with Pastor Wendy Van…

June 2, 1926 - September 5, 2009

Alvin A. Johnson

Alvin Arthur Johnson, was born on November 5, 1927, to Art and Etta Miller Johnson. Al was baptized into the Catholic faith at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. He attended Lake Center School participating in sports and vocal music, graduating in 1946 at the age of 18. After graduating he worked…

November 5, 1927 - September 4, 2009

Bobbie Rae Menke, Sr.

Bobbie Rae Menke Sr., the son of William and Marie Kammerer Menke, was born September 26, 1931, in Gaza, IA and later moved to Primghar, IA where his parents owned a farm. He received his education and graduated from the Primghar High School in 1950. Bobbie enjoyed sports and played high school…

September 26, 1931 - September 3, 2009

Francis Richard Anderson

Francis Richard Anderson, the son of H.P. Alfred and Ida Esther Rasmussen Anderson, was born March 5, 1923 in Royal, Iowa. He received his education and graduated from the Royal High School in 1940. In 1943, he entered the Navy Air Corp and received his basic training at Farragut, ID. He then…

March 5, 1923 - September 2, 2009

Lloyd Earl Triggs

Lloyd Earl Triggs, the son of George and Ruth Larson Triggs, was born December 8, 1925 in Laurens, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Laurens before moving to Gillett Grove, where he received his high school diploma in 1943. Following his schooling, he farmed with his dad until entering…

December 8, 1925 - September 1, 2009

Donna Rae Norgaard

Donna Rae Norgaard, the daughter of Charles Blakesly and Lucille May Heddinger Underwood, was born March 17, 1932 in Spencer, Iowa. She received her early education and attended Spencer schools. In her teen years, Donna did babysitting and worked for the Spencer Theatre as an usher and popcorn…

March 17, 1932 - August 31, 2009

Patrick Gibson

Patrick "Pat" James Gibson, the son of Albert and Mary Brown Gibson, was born December 28, 1935 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Gillett Grove/Dickens area, where he received his education, graduating from Gillett Grove High School in 1954. Following his schooling, he…

December 28, 1935 - August 30, 2009

Ruby Mildred Fitzloff

Ruby Mildred Fitzloff, the daughter of Ebb and Eva Brown Brinkley, was born August 13, 1918 in Clay County, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Clay County, where she received her education in country schools. Ruby married Donald Dale Fitzloff on October 2, 1937 in Jackson,…

August 13, 1918 - August 29, 2009

Marjorie June Abel

Marjorie June Abel, the daughter of Harry and Emma Christensen Shook, was born June 29, 1924, in Gruver, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in rural Gruver and Spencer Iowa, where she received her education in country schools and later graduated from Spencer High School. After high school,…

June 29, 1924 - August 28, 2009

Alma Lois Stienstra

Lois Stienstra was born July 31, 1924 in Orange City, Iowa to Ed and Minnie (Jansma) DeJager. Her childhood years were spent in Orange City, IA, where she received her education, graduating from the Orange City High School in 1941. She then graduated from Northwestern Junior College in…

July 31, 1924 - August 28, 2009

Dennis Ray 'Shorty' Steffens

Dennis Ray "Shorty" Steffens, the son of Raymond and Pearl (Sass) Steffens, was born June 11, 1944 in Hartley, Iowa. He lived with his family in Hartley for one year, before moving to a farm northeast of Primghar. Shorty received his education at Primghar, graduating from Primghar High…

June 11, 1944 - August 26, 2009

Betty Quirk Cone Wrede

Betty Cone Wrede, 90, of Brandon, SD (formerly Alta, IA) passed at 8 p.m. on August 26, 2009, at St. Luke's Lutheran Home, Spencer. IA, after being comforted by many of her family and friends during the days leading up to her passing. Services will be at St. Mark Lutheran Church, Storm Lake, IA,…

February 10, 1919 - August 26, 2009

Mariel Royer Cole

Mariel Royer Cole, the daughter of Dr. Herman C. and Minnie Royer Struck, was born August 9, 1928 in Kanawha, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Kahawha, where she received her education, graduating from Kanawha High School. She later attended Upper Iowa College for two years. …

August 9, 1928 - August 24, 2009

Mary Ellen Smith

Mary Ellen Smith, the daughter of Giles and Mildred (Ditmer) Ripperger, was born on February 18, 1954, in Afton, Iowa. She was raised and received her early education in Afton where she graduated from East Union High School. After graduation, she moved to Des Moines where she worked at the Big…

February 18, 1954 - August 24, 2009

Carroll 'Stub' LuVerne Veitch

Carroll "Stub" Luverne Veitch, the son of George Leslie and Vennetta Eldora Mitchell Veitch, was born July 12, 1920 in Greenville, IA. His childhood years were spent in Greenville where he received his early education and graduated from the Greenville High School in 1937. In 1940, Carroll…

July 12, 1920 - August 22, 2009

James 'Mike' Powell

James Michael (Mike) Powell was born on January 24, 1921 to Theodore Dot and Julia (Sweeney) Powell at their home in Sutherland, Iowa. Mike was baptized into the Catholic faith at Sacred Heart Church, where he was a life long member. He attended Sutherland Community Schools, participating in…

January 24, 1921 - August 22, 2009

Edna May Hein

EdnaMay Hein, the daughter of Balthasar and Helen (Gutknecht) Durst, was born on June 1, 1925, in rural Spencer, IA. She received her early education at a country school in rural Spencer and graduated from Lake Center High School in 1942. On December 23, 1943, she was united in…

June 1, 1925 - August 20, 2009

Elizabeth Ann 'Betty' Fischer

Elizabeth Ann "Betty" Fischer, the daughter of John J. and Edna Riessen Kupper, was born July 7, 1921 in Hartley, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Everly, where she received her education, graduating from Everly High School in 1939. She worked at the Drug Store in Everly from 1939…

July 7, 1921 - August 18, 2009

Mark Walter Anderson

Mark Walter Anderson, the son of James and Hazel Conner Anderson, was born April 18, 1951 in Guthrie Center, Iowa. His childhood years were spent near Guthrie Center, where he received his early education in a one room country school and later through 8th grade at Guthrie Center school. His…

April 18, 1951 - August 18, 2009

Leonard Alfred Anderson

Leonard Alfred Anderson, the son of H.P. Alfred and Ida Esther (Rasmussen) Anderson, was born November 21, 1920 in rural Royal, Iowa. His childhood years were spent on a farm near Royal, where he received his education, graduating from Royal High School in 1938. Leonard married…

November 21, 1920 - August 14, 2009

Duen Lovan

Duen Lovan the daughter of Yon and Noe (Lo) Lovan, was born May 12, 1924 in Meutang, North Vietnam. On May 1979, Duen's family left Laos to Nong Khai, Thailand refugee camp for one year and moved to a Phillipine refugee camp in 1980 for one year and in February of 1981, the family arrived in the…

May 12, 1924 - August 13, 2009

Kathy LaRue

Kathy Ann La Rue, the daughter of Clifford and Theresa (Wood) Woodbeck, was born June 19, 1962, in Emmetsburg, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Emmetsburg where she received her education. Kathy moved to Spencer at an early age and began taking classes at the Spencer Business…

June 19, 1962 - August 10, 2009

Alice Jane Florke

Alice Jane (Petersen) Florke was born June 16th, 1917, in Nausha, MN, the daughter of Charles and Eva (Augusta) Petersen. She graduated from Pierson High School in 1936. She was married to Amil Florke on September 1st, 1936, near Pierson. After their marriage they…

June 16, 1917 - August 5, 2009

Jaylin Trujillo-Mendez

Jaylin Trujillo-M�ndez, the beloved daughter of Clemente Trujillo Calles and Patricia M�ndez Maza, was born February 18, 2007, in Spencer, Iowa. Jaylin passed away on August 4, 2009, at the Spencer Hospital. Jaylin is survived by her parents, Clemente Trujillo Calles and Patricia M�ndez…

February 18, 2007 - August 4, 2009

Jerry Robert Amundson

Jerry Robert Amundson, the son of Raymond and Hazel (Will) Amundson was born November 8, 1935, in Hartley, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Hartley where he received his education. In 1953, Jerry left school early and enlisted in the United States Marines, during the Korean Conflict.…

November 8, 1935 - August 3, 2009

Rumaldo Silva 'Bobby' Samaniego

Bobby "Top Cat" Samaniego was greeted in heaven by his Savior after a courageous battle with acute leukemia on August 1, 2009. Bobby was born in Rincon, NM to Paul and Angie Samaniego on May 12, 1931. He grew up in Las Cruces, NM. He joined the National Guard and served during the Korean War…

May 12, 1931 - August 1, 2009

Greg Allen Elmore

Greg Allen Elmore, the son of George Elmore and Sheila (Pickett) Steece, was born on July 14, 1973, in Portland, Oregon. He spent his early childhood in Portland and he moved to Spencer when he was 13. Greg finished his schooling here and graduated from Spencer High School. After graduation,…

July 14, 1973 - August 1, 2009

Arnold John Litka

Arnold John Litka, the son of Henry J. Litka and Annie (Jebsen) Litka, was born December 7, 1913, in Grant Township, O'Brien County, near Sutherland, Iowa and went to be with the Lord on July 31, 2009 at the age of 95 years and 7 months. He was received into God's Kingdom of grace by…

December 7, 1913 - July 31, 2009

Violet Burns

Violet Maud Burns, the daughter of Hendrik and Johanna (Van Kleef) Kamphuis, was born in rural Sanborn, Iowa on March 5, 1920. She lived one year near Melvin, but spent her early childhood and young adult life on a farm west of Lake Park overlooking Silver Lake. She received her education in…

March 5, 1920 - July 26, 2009

Mary Elizabeth Graham

Mary Elizabeth Graham, the daughter of Irwin and Lola Sprout Graham, was born June 14, 1930 in Terril, Iowa. She grew up in the Terril community and graduated from the Terril High School. While attending high school, she worked at the Terril Community Library as a library helper. …

June 14, 1930 - July 24, 2009

Milton Knud Christensen

Milton Knud Christensen, the son of Peter and Mary Bang Christensen, was born February 13, 1922 in Royal, Iowa. He received his early education and graduated from the Royal High School. Following his schooling, Milton farmed. On August 15, 1943, Milton married Marion Neilsen. Following…

February 13, 1922 - July 22, 2009

Audrey Marlene Anderson

Audrey Marlene Anderson, the daughter of Andrew and Rena Whitford Hanson, was born August 2, 1937, in Spencer, Iowa. She grew up in the Ruthven area and attended school and graduated from Lake Center High School in 1955. In February of 1956, Audrey moved to California. She married Ronald…

August 2, 1937 - July 22, 2009

Evon Loontjer

Evon "Cookie" Marie Loontjer, the daughter of Ewan and Ceceile (Birchard) Watrous, was born October 14, 1942, in Spencer, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Milford where she attended school and graduated from Milford High School. She then attended Commercial Extension School of Commerce in…

October 14, 1942 - July 20, 2009

Charlotte Mary Woolery

Charlotte Mary Woolery, the daughter of Floyd E. Wilkie and Alice M. (Pierce) Wilkie, was born October 3, 1926 in Alpha, Iowa located in Fayette County. Her childhood years were spent in Eden Township near Waucoma, IA and later Alpha Consolidated School, where she received her early…

October 3, 1926 - July 15, 2009

David Walsh

David was born in Ames, Iowa, on January 12th, 1959. He was the 2nd child of Vernon and Mary Lou Walsh. The family moved to Webb, Iowa, in June, 1959, where David lived until his graduation from South Clay Community High School in May, 1977. He attended college at Iowa State University from…

January 12, 1959 - July 14, 2009

Harold Yungbluth

Harold Everett Yungbluth, Sr., the son of Fred and Ida (Bussell) Yungbluth, was born on March 30, 1920, in O'Brien County, Iowa. He grew up in the Rossie area where he was baptized and confirmed at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Royal. He attended school in Rossie, where he graduated from High…

March 30, 1920 - July 10, 2009

Opal Frerichs

Opal Lucille Henkel Frerichs, was born November 30, 1931 to Ralph and Margaret Henkel in Spencer, Iowa. She received her early education and graduated from the Spencer High School in 1949. Following her graduation, she moved to LeMars, Iowa to work where she met and married Richard Frerichs. To…

November 30, 1931 - July 9, 2009

May 30, 1920 - July 9, 2009

Margene T. Schoning

Margene Schoning, the daughter of Pearl Shatto Beving and Joe Beving, was born July 2, 1923 in Clay County, IA. Margene graduated from Lake Center High School in 1940. On September 19, 1942, Margene was united in marriage to Dale Schoning in Dakota City, NE. Her married life was…

July 2, 1923 - July 8, 2009

Marcia Dawn Gallegos

Marcia Dawn Gallegos, passed away of breast cancer at her home in Camarillo, CA, on July 7, 2009. She was born on August 4, 1956, in Spencer, IA, to Richard and Margie Burgeson. She attended school in Sutherland, IA, and graduated from high school in Cherokee, IA, in 1975 and N.E. Missouri…

August 4, 1956 - July 7, 2009

Phyllis Sheridan

Jean Phyllis Sheridan, daughter of John and Jean Turner Grieve, was born on July 24, 1916 at the home of her parents near Webb, Iowa. Jean Phyllis was known as Phyllis as a young child and is known as Phyllis by her family and friends. Phyllis received her early education in Webb and graduated…

July 24, 1916 - July 5, 2009

Donald G. Veitch

Donald George Veitch, the son of George Leslie and Vennetta Eldora Mitchell Veitch, was born May 24, 1918 in Greenville, II. His childhood years were spent in Greenville where he received his education, graduating from Greenville High School. Don later attended a business school in Grand…

May 24, 1918 - July 1, 2009

Joyce Posthumus

Joyce Elaine Posthumus, the daughter of Harry and Edith (Van Meeveren) Jasper, was born April 5, 1932, on a farm near Granville, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Hospers area where she attended school and graduated from high school in 1949. After graduation, she worked at a wholesale…

April 5, 1932 - June 29, 2009

Bruce Irving Merrill

Bruce Irving Merrill of rural Greenville, was born August 31, 1952 and passed away June 28, 2009. He was preceded in death by his mother, Darlene Merrill, and his father-in-law, Clayton Rusk. He is survived by his wife, Jo Ann of rural Greenville; father, Irving Merrill of Spencer;…

August 31, 1952 - June 28, 2009

Helen Margaret Neve

Helen Margaret Neve, the daughter of Martin and Susan (Hansen) Tange, was born July 18, 1926 in Hutchinson, MN. She attended grade school and high school in Hutchinson where she graduated. Helen later attended Dana College in Blair, NE, where she received her teaching degree. Helen married…

July 18, 1926 - June 21, 2009

Anna Schmid

Anna Helen Schmid, the daughter of Jacob Frederick and Pauline Mayer Schmid, was born March 19, 1914 on a farm north of Spencer. She attended rural school east of Fostoria and graduated from Spencer High School. While growing up, she was very active in her 4-H group. She later attended and…

March 19, 1914 - June 19, 2009

David Lee Bringle

David Lee Bringle, the son of Louby and Cora Marie Hutton Bringle, was born March 25, 1937 in Estherville, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Estherville, where he received his education, graduating from Estherville High School. After his schooling he entered the military and served…

March 25, 1937 - June 19, 2009

Sally Westling

Sally A. Peck-Westling, the daughter of Thomas and Agnes Malloy King, was born October 23, 1934 in Lawler, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Lawler where she received her early education and graduated from the Lawler High School. Sally married Jack Peck on March 5, 1955, in Lawler,…

October 23, 1934 - June 12, 2009

Anna H. Quist

Anna Hensena Quist, the daughter of Carl H. and Agnes (Byggere) Johnson, was born on February 18, 1920 in Royal, Iowa. She was raised and received her early education in Spencer, graduating from Spencer High School. Following graduation, Anna served six months in the military with the WAC's…

February 18, 1920 - June 9, 2009

Lucas Allen Krieg

Lucas Allen Krieg, the son of Terry and Vickie (Nielsen) Krieg, was born February 16, 1986 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer, where he received his education. Lucas married Shaina Jackson on April 7, 2008 in Spencer. Following their…

February 16, 1986 - June 9, 2009

Lois Thelma O'Clair

Lois Thelma O'Clair, the daughter of John Freeman and Emma Alice (Damstrom) Eaton, was born June 6, 1912 in Webb, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the communities of Cornell, Marathon and Webb, where she received her education. Lois married Claude Tipton O'Clair on July 7, 1929…

June 6, 1912 - June 8, 2009

Hesper Mae Selk

Hesper Mae Selk, the daughter of James M. and Cecile Meacham Libolt, was born December 22, 1915 in Cherokee County, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in rural Peterson, where she received her education, graduating from Brooke Consolidated School south of Peterson. Following high school,…

December 22, 1915 - June 6, 2009

Ruth Lavonne Roskens

Ruth Lavonne Roskens, the daughter of Arthur and Stella (Lawson) Olson, was born October 30, 1926 in Mountain Lake, MN. She grew up in the Jackson, Minnesota area and later Spencer, Iowa, where she received her education. Ruth married Evert Ed Roskens on February 10, 1949 in Everly,…

October 30, 1926 - June 5, 2009

Edith Backstrom

Edith "Edie" Katherine Backstrom, the daughter of Glenn and Mary Joan Randall Dillivan, was born November 25, 1951, in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer where she received her education. Following High School, Edie attended Beauty School in New Orleans. She lived in…

November 25, 1951 - June 2, 2009

Christopher S. Smith

Christopher Sheen Smith, the son of Vince Ray and Rose Ann (Millea) Smith, was born on January 23, 1958 in Fort Dodge, Iowa. He was raised and received his education there, graduating from high school in 1976. Following graduation, Chris entered into the military on December 27, 1978,…

January 23, 1958 - June 1, 2009

Thomas J. Griffin

Thomas J. Griffin, the son of Thomas W. and Arlene (VandeMark) Griffin, was born May 5, 1954 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in rural Everly, Iowa, where he received his education, graduating from Everly High School in 1972. Following his schooling, he married Linda Anderson…

May 5, 1954 - May 31, 2009

Francis Joseph John Wekony

Francis "Frank" Joseph John Wekony, the son of Michael Joseph and Marie Burke Wekony, was born February 3, 1935 in Chicago, IL. His childhood years were spent in Chicago where he received his early education. Frank enlisted in the United States Army in September of 1957 until his honorable…

February 3, 1935 - May 29, 2009

Dr. Clyde Thalen Johnson

Dr. Clyde Thalen Johnson, the son of John and Victoria (Thalen) Johnson, was born October 27, 1926, in LeMars, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in LeMars where he attended school and graduated from LeMars High School. Following graduation, he attended Westmar College for two years and then…

October 27, 1926 - May 29, 2009

Leanne Marie Rahbusch

Leanne Marie (Maass) Rahbusch, the daughter of Wayne and Faye (Mugge) Maass, was born January 4, 1961, at LeMars, Iowa. The family moved to the farm west of Calumet in 1962. Leanne was very active in both girls and boys 4-H and many of her projects were presented at the Iowa State Fair. She loved…

January 4, 1961 - May 27, 2009

Sally Muilenburg

Sally Virginia Muilenburg, the daughter of Ray and Iris (Summerbell) Herrig, was born August 27, 1928 in Dickens, Iowa. She attended and graduated from Gillett Grove High School and later attended Iowa State Teacher's College in Cedar Falls and also Buena Vista College in Storm Lake, IA. …

August 27, 1928 - May 25, 2009

Colleen Frances Smith

Colleen Frances Smith, the daughter of Gerald Hiram and Golda Pearl Hupp Faulkner, was born July 11, 1931 in Spencer, Iowa just two weeks after the great Spencer Fire. She was raised and attended school in Spencer, Colleen quit school but worked and earned her GED in the early 80's. On…

July 11, 1931 - May 25, 2009

Barbara Jeanne Wilson

Barbara Jeanne Wilson, the daughter of Elgin and Marie (Kraeger) Lemon, was born December 1, 1918, in Sibley, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Sibley where she attended school. On December 28, 1935, Barbara was united in marriage to Gilbert Wilson in Sioux Falls, SD. To this union…

December 1, 1918 - May 21, 2009

Shirley Jean Whitworth

Shirley Jean Whitworth, the daughter of Theodore R. and Nola (Lovely) Speed, was born October 16, 1929 in Greenfield, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Calumet, where she attended grade school and later Rippey & then Greenfield, where her family moved. She graduated from Greenfield…

October 16, 1929 - May 20, 2009

Ruth Alene Giese

Ruth Alene Giese, the daughter of LeRoy Martin and Pauline Augusta (Timmerman) Dobricka, was born August 24, 1927 in Sutherland, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Sutherland, Iowa, where she received her education graduating from Sutherland High School in 1945. In 1945, she was…

August 24, 1927 - May 20, 2009

Frances 'Fran' Rena Black

Frances Rena Black, the daughter of Edward and Sophie (Kromminga) Bleeker, was born July 6, 1923 on a farm north of Everly, IA. She was raised on a farm north of Everly and attended the country school that was on the north end of the family farm. She then moved to Spencer in 1937 and…

July 6, 1923 - May 19, 2009

William W. Overeen

William Wayne "Bill" Overeen, the son of John Jacob and Grace (Stafford) Overeen, was born May 4, 1923 in Sac County, Iowa. His childhood years were spent near Early, Iowa, where he received his education in country schools. His family moved to northwest Iowa, where he attended Greenville Town…

May 4, 1923 - May 18, 2009

Dean Dwight Brugman

Dean Dwight Brugman, the son of Emil D. "Bud" and Gene Englert Brugman, was born December 31, 1948, in Hartley, Iowa. Dean attended Royal Community Schools through grade school and graduated from Clay Central Community School in 1967. He continued his education at NIACC in Ag and Light…

December 31, 1948 - May 14, 2009

Betty Lou Ebel

Betty Lou Ebel, the daughter of Christian and Hannah (Swanson) Dorman, was born February 8, 1927, on a farm near Melvin. The family moved to Melvin where she attended school and graduated from Melvin High School in 1944. Following graduation Betty worked in Bangert's Store until she was…

February 8, 1927 - May 13, 2009

Wayne Harold O'Clair

Wayne Harold O'Clair, the son of Frank and Daisy (Oliver) O'Clair, was born November 22, 1922 in Dickens, IA. His childhood years were spent in Royal, where he received his education, graduating from Royal High School. Following his schooling, he entered the military and served with the…

November 22, 1922 - May 10, 2009

Richard Henry Schmidt

Richard H. Schmidt, the son of Frank and Treva Seymour Schmidt, was born September 7, 1931 in rural Everly, Iowa. He attended school in Everly, entered the Navy in November of 1950 and served 4 years on the USS Yorktown. Following his discharge, Richard attended Cain Electric School in…

September 7, 1931 - May 8, 2009

Alferd 'Al' (A.M.) Merle Schmidt

Alferd Merle (A.M.) Schmidt was born on a farm in Westport Township, rural Everly, Iowa on April 29, 1925. He was the oldest of five sons born to John and Mary (Ringering) Schmidt. He was a baptized member of the First Reformed Church near his home, attended country school, Westport #1 and…

April 29, 1925 - May 3, 2009

Lois Alice Kirksey

Lois Alice Kirksey, the daughter of Albert and Amanda Peters Wehde, was born January 16, 1925, in Hartley, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Everly, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Everly High School. She attended Buena Vista College in Storm Lake for a short time. …

January 16, 1925 - May 1, 2009

Donald Francis Huckfelt

Donald Francis Huckfelt was born October 11, 1922 to Andrew Joseph and Ella Mary (Fisher) Huckfeldt in Lincoln County, SD, near Canton, SD. His early years were spent on the family farm where he attended rural school. Following his father's sudden death, Don moved with his mother to Canton, SD,…

October 11, 1922 - May 1, 2009

John Engelke

John J. Engelke, the son of William D. and Emma Meyer Engelke, was born May 11, 1921 in Sutherland, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Calumet area, where he received his education, graduating from Calumet High School. Following his schooling, he entered the military and served with the…

May 11, 1921 - April 29, 2009

Deana Patnode

Deana Marie Patnode, the daughter of Clyde L. and Velma Ann (Ades) Patnode was born on October 2, 1959 in Saint Paul, Minnesota. She was the youngest of four children born to this union. Deana attended Inver Grove Elementary and Simley High School in Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota. …

October 2, 1959 - April 28, 2009

LeRoy Harvey Grothaus

LeRoy Harvey Grothaus, the son of Ralph and Clara (Nelson) Grothaus, was born November 14, 1924, in Marcus, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Sioux City, Iowa, where he attended school and graduated from Central High School in 1941. Following school, LeRoy entered the military and…

November 14, 1924 - April 26, 2009

Joleen Beth Espey

Joleen Beth Espey, the daughter of Joseph and Bertha (Hofmeyer) Kleinhesselink, was born on September 4, 1944 in Orange City, IA. She was raised in Boyden where she attended country school and later graduated from Boyden High School. During her childhood years she attended the Newkirk…

September 4, 1944 - April 25, 2009

Lila Mae Pooler

Lila Mae Pooler, the daughter of Albert and Vena Hopfe Kramer, was born March 24, 1934 in Everly, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Everly and Spencer area, where she received her early education at country schools at Riverton #3 and later graduating from Spencer High School. …

March 24, 1934 - April 23, 2009

Dale Allen Scharnberg

Dale Allen Scharnberg, the son of Thomas and Eliza Zaiser Scharnberg, was born July 23, 1919 in Everly, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Everly area, where he received his education, graduating from Everly High School. Following his schooling, he entered the military and…

July 23, 1919 - April 19, 2009

Norma Ruth Anderson

Norma Ruth Anderson, the daughter of Herbert and Grace Bertha (Whitmore) Van Hooser, was born on January 24, 1922, in Nemaha, Iowa. She was raised in the Webb area where she also attended school and graduated from Webb High School. Following high school she attended the Open Bible Institute in…

January 24, 1922 - April 14, 2009

James 'Jim' Lyle Manzer

James "Jim" Lyle Manzer, 69 of Wahpeton, passed away Monday, April 13, 2009, at the Longhouse Northshire Nursing Home in Spencer, IA after a valiant 10-year battle with heart disease that was filled with his incredible example of strength and optimism. Jim was born September 7, 1939, in…

September 7, 1939 - April 13, 2009

Frances Marie Munden

Frances Marie Munden, the daughter of James and Alice (Bradley) Mahan, was born August 6, 1931, in Palo Alto County, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Graettinger, Iowa, where she attended country school and later Graettinger Public schools. Frances married George William Munden…

August 6, 1931 - April 9, 2009

Henry William Lietz

Henry William Lietz, the son of John and Anna (Bohlmeyer) Lietz, was born on November 9, 1916 in Herring which is located in Sac County, Iowa. He was raised there where he also attended grade school. Henry was united in marriage to Mildred Greder in Odebolt, Iowa on December 29, 1937. He…

November 9, 1916 - April 7, 2009

Donald 'Bill' Hewitt Woodall

Donald (Bill) Hewitt Woodall, was born September 18, 1921, to William and Mary (Powell) Woodall. His birthplace was the farm home in Highland Township north of Sutherland. The Woodall's had moved to this farmstead in 1892 from Sioux County. He had three sisters; Ella, Genevieve, Edna; and two…

September 18, 1921 - April 4, 2009

Margey LaVera Newel

Margey L. Newel, the daughter of Rudolph and Nettie (Carlson) Branstad, was born October 27, 1923, near Leland, Iowa. She attended school in Leland, graduating from Leland High School in 1941. Margey later graduated from Waldorf College in Forest City, Iowa, in 1943. She was a member of the…

October 27, 1923 - March 29, 2009

James Roy Mills, Sr.

James Roy Mills Sr., the son of James "Roy" Mills and Darlene (Boardman) Mills, was born June 2nd, 1940 at the family home outside of Webb Iowa. He spent his entire life in the Webb area. He attended school in Webb and was a member of the class of 1958. He showed hogs and Black Angus…

June 2, 1940 - March 24, 2009

Shirley Nuzum

Shirley Kay Nuzum, the daughter of Ralph and Edith (Simmons) Johnson, was born on April 5, 1939 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent here where she also attended school. Following high school, Shirley married Burdette Ahrens. To this union one son, Ken was born. On January…

April 5, 1939 - March 22, 2009

October 18, 1924 - March 20, 2009

Everon Honken

Everon Theodore Honken, the son of Wilbert and Elizabeth (Vierhout) Honken, was born January 19, 1943, in Edna, IA. His childhood years were spent in Edna where he attended Liberal #4 Country School and later attended and graduated from George High School. On June 12, 1964, Everon was…

January 19, 1943 - March 19, 2009

Esther V. Hermansen

Esther V. Hermansen, the daughter of P.K. and Anna (Duhn) Iverson, was born on the family farm July 11, 1923, in Palo Alto County, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Ruthven where she attended school and graduated from Ruthven High School. Following graduation, she worked at a…

July 11, 1923 - March 17, 2009

Erma Lucille Bailey

Erma Lucille Bailey, the daughter of Bethuel and Myrtle (Harbeck) Chesley, was born June 13, 1913, in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent north of Peterson. Erma attended school and graduated from Peterson High School. On November 30, 1930, Erma was united in marriage to…

June 13, 1913 - March 15, 2009

Pat Hulser

Pat Hulser, the daughter of Arthur and Florence Fellwock Endersbe, was born January 12, 1935 in Fonda, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Alta, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Alta High School. Pat married Jim Hulser on November 8, 1953. Throughout their…

January 12, 1935 - March 15, 2009

Evelyn Beatrice Caquelin

Evelyn Beatrice Caquelin, the daughter of Leonard & Alice (Thede) Petersen, was born December 13, 1926 in Boone, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Ft. Dodge, Iowa, where she received her education at Ft. Dodge Elementary School. Her family later moved to Des Moines, Iowa, where she…

December 13, 1926 - March 13, 2009

Allen Earl Ravn

Allen Earl Ravn was born May 15, 1942 in Cedar Falls, Iowa, to Gordon R. and Helen Ravn, the second of five children. Al was raised in the Waterloo/Cedar Falls area and graduated from Cedar Falls High School in 1960, where he played football and was an avid wrestler. Following his…

May 15, 1942 - March 13, 2009

Margaret Maurer

Margaret I. Maurer, the daughter of William and Clara (Seibel) Maurer, was born on March 7, 1915 in Spencer, Iowa. She was raised and received her early education and graduated from Spencer High School in 1928. After high school, she worked at the Spencer Theater as a cashier. On March 12,…

March 7, 1915 - March 10, 2009

Rosalie W. Plautz

Rosalie W. Plautz, the daughter of Herman and Rosie (Smith) Huemoeller was born September 3, 1921, in Jackson, MN. Her childhood years were spent in Jackson where she attended school. Following school she remained in Jackson where she met the love of her life, Carl Plautz. They were…

September 3, 1921 - March 8, 2009

Bette Eunice Johnson

Bette Eunice Johnson nee' Gilmore of Royal introduced her particular brand of enthusiasm and perseverance in life on July 10, 1922, when she arrived early for her parents, Ray George (Jeff) and Amanda Louise Sophia Maria Gilmore nee' Penningroth on a farm near Hartley. As a youngster her…

July 10, 1922 - March 5, 2009

Charlotte Morris

Charlotte A. Morris, the daughter of Frederick and Maude (Gifford) Collenburg was born January 2, 1922, in Des Moines, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Des Moines where she attended school and graduated from East Des Moines High School in January of 1939. She attended Waldorf College in…

January 2, 1922 - February 28, 2009

Howard Thomsen

Howard Newman Thomsen, the son of Chris and Margaret Newman Thomsen, was born September 6, 1921 on a farm south of Royal, Iowa. His childhood years were spent near Rossie, where he received his education, graduating from Rossie High School at the age of 16. He was baptized and confirmed…

September 6, 1921 - February 25, 2009

Marie Ganzevoort

Marie Ganzevoort, the daughter of Dennis and Loella (Atkinson) Mathis, was born on June 7, 1922, in Beech Creek, Kentucky. She was raised and received her early education by attending country schools in Muhlenberg County. Following high school, Marie went to Hopkins, KY where she helped…

June 7, 1922 - February 24, 2009

Ethel Marie Binder

Ethel Marie Walker Binder was born on March 8, 1913 near Vienna, South Dakota to Severt and Minnie Froke Seim. Ethel was Baptized and Confirmed at Pleasant Lutheran Church near Vienna. Ethel also attended country schools near Vienna, graduating from Vienna High School in 1931. In 1932 Ethel…

March 8, 1913 - February 23, 2009

Forrest M. Adams

Forrest M. Adams, the son of Hubert and Nancie (Mills) Adams, was born August 12, 1918 I Alliance, NE. His childhood years were spent in the Gillett Grove area, where he received his education. He entered the military in 1942, and served with the Army Air Corps with the 190 3rd Engineers…

August 12, 1918 - February 22, 2009

Anita Joyce Hott

Anita Joyce Hott, the daughter of Earl and Joyce Pelley Davidson, was born November 18, 1935 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Ruthven and Dickens area, where she received her education graduating from Ruthven High School in 1953. Anita married Richard Hott on…

November 18, 1935 - February 15, 2009

Helen Mary Boese

Helen Mary Boese, the daughter of John and Rose (Pfeifer) Trainer, was born July 31, 1916, in Melvin, Iowa. Helen moved from the family farm during her high school years to attend school in Sibley, IA. While there, she lived and worked for a local family. After high school, Helen attended a…

July 31, 1916 - February 14, 2009

Hilda Dorothea Joenks

Hilda Dorothea Joenks, the daughter of Fred and Anna (Bobzien) Plagman, was born September 5, 1916, on a farm south of Peterson, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent near Peterson, where she received her education at Brooke School. Hilda married Kenneth Clarence Joenks on March 1,…

September 5, 1916 - February 13, 2009

Kenneth Clarence Steffens

Kenneth Clarence Steffens, the son of Clarence and Emma Steuck Steffens, was born May 23, 1925, on the family farm in Center Township of O'Brien County, rural Primghar, Iowa. He was baptized in the rural Lutheran Church near his birthplace, which the Church was later moved into Primghar, where…

May 23, 1925 - February 12, 2009

Lillian Swanson

Lillian Louise Caroline Swanson died peacefully on February 12, 2009 at University of Iowa Hospitals after a brief illness. At her bedside were members of her family. She had recently moved from Spencer to Legacy Pointe in Iowa City. Lillian was born to Frederick and Mary Steimke in Larrabee,…

July 29, 1917 - February 12, 2009

Sharon Rehan

Sharon Virginia Rehan, the daughter of Julius Dale and Lola Virginia (Mayou) Long, was born June 3, 1942, in Fort Dodge, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Spencer High School. Following her schooling, she moved to…

June 3, 1942 - February 12, 2009

Bradley Allen Wallace

Bradley Allen Wallace, the son of Allen and Theresa (Ray) Wallace, was born on March 4, 1972, in Indianapolis, IN. Brad attended school in Clarksville, TN, Ft. Greely, AK, and Laurens-Marathon High School after moving to Marathon when he was 16. In 1991, Brad moved to Spencer where he…

March 4, 1972 - February 12, 2009

Darrell Ray King

Darrell Ray King, the son of Silas and Grace Bailey King, was born August 4, 1918, in Dickens, Iowa. He received his early education and graduated from the Dickens High School. In 1942, Darrell married Lurvene Darr from Ayshire, Iowa. Following their marriage, they rented land south of…

August 4, 1918 - February 10, 2009

Stanley Edward Meyerdirk

Stanley Edward Meyerdirk, the son of Milo Ray and Linnie (Range) Meyerdirk, was born September 21, 1921 in Milford, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Lake Park, Iowa, where he received his education, graduating from Lake Park High School in 1940. Following his schooling, he entered…

September 21, 1921 - February 9, 2009

Donald Franklin Odendahl

Donald Franklin Odendahl, the son of Albert and Emma (Weiland) Odendahl, was born January 9, 1922 in Carroll, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Carroll, where he received his education at Carroll Schools. Don married Kathryn Meyers on February 21, 1944 in Willey, Iowa. Following…

January 9, 1922 - February 7, 2009

William Schwarck

William Sherman Schwarck of Spencer, Iowa, was born to Dr. Paul F. and Margaret Keller Schwarck, October 13, 1921, in Spencer, Iowa. Bill attended and graduated from Spencer High School. He served in the 8th Armored Division, of the U.S. Army. He received his basic training at Ft. Knox,…

October 13, 1921 - February 6, 2009

Helen Iona Paulsen

Helen Iona Paulsen, the daughter of Carl Algot Henry and Anna Johanna Hagedorn Lundbeck, was born June 9, 1911, in Lincoln Township, Clay County, Iowa. Helen was baptized on July 9, 1911, at the Lincoln Lutheran Church and confirmed on April 5, 1925, at the Bethlehem Lutheran Church. She…

June 9, 1911 - February 5, 2009

Velma Ross Nord

Velma Nord, 91, of Peterson, IA, passed away February 5, 2009, at Sunset Knoll Nursing Home in Aurelia, IA. She was formerly of Evanston, IL. Velma is survived by her husband, Ralph; sons: Thomas and William and his wife Bernadette of Peterson, IA; grandchildren: Suzanna, Bradley, Craig,…

May 20, 1917 - February 5, 2009

Luella Bertha Friederike Nothwehr

Luella Bertha Friederike Nothwehr, the daughter of Chris C. and Martha Luetkeman Felten, was born December 23, 1916 on a farm in Spring Township in Cherokee County, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent on the farm, where she was baptized and confirmed at St. John's Evangelical and…

December 23, 1916 - January 30, 2009

Alexandra Ozolins

Alexandra(Andra Mironva), 89, transcended this life on January 30, 2009 in Spencer, Iowa. Alexandra was born in Liepaja, Latvia on December 6, 1919, the daughter of Goergi and Biruta Mironva. She was majoring in Philosophy and History at the University of Riga when the Second War threw her life…

December 6, 1919 - January 30, 2009

Roberta Ann 'Bobbie' Fairchild

Bobbie Fairchild, the daughter of Robert and Clara (Stodden) Harrison was born January 10, 1932 in Sioux City, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Sioux City, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Leeds High School. She later received her teacher's certificate from…

January 10, 1932 - January 28, 2009

Duane Lange, Sr.

Duane Harold Lange, Sr., the son of Harold and Velma (Mathison) Lange, was born January 15, 1936, on a farm near Sutherland, IA. His childhood years were spent in Sutherland where he attended school. After high school, he started driving truck for various companies. He also worked as a…

January 15, 1936 - January 26, 2009

Agnes Goecke

Agnes Ellen Goecke, the daughter of Henry and Sophia Walz Goecke, was born September 19, 1910 in Estherville, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Estherville, where she received her education, graduating from Estherville High School. She later attended and graduated from Iowa State…

September 19, 1910 - January 26, 2009

James Leroy Anderson

James "Jim" Leroy Anderson, the son of Floyd and Elaine (Duncan) Anderson, was born March 2, 1955, in Alexandria, MN. His childhood years were spent in Herman, MN where he attended school until he was nine. His family then moved to Fairmont, MN where he graduated from Fairmont High School. …

March 2, 1955 - January 25, 2009

Alice Fern Schar

Alice Fern Olson Schar was born on July 24, 1921, to Mamie (Westerberg) and Reuben Olson on the family farm east of Forest City, Iowa, in Hancock County. She attended country school and graduated from Forest City High School. She attended Iowa State Teacher's College in Cedar Falls and received…

July 24, 1921 - January 23, 2009

Connie Alger

Connie Alger passed away, January 23, 2009, at the age of 87. She was a resident of Spencer, Iowa, for the past 18 years. Connie was born in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, to Ross and Josephine Kleinheinz on July 6, 1921. She married Craig Foss Hanson, also of Sioux Falls, on September 9,…

July 6, 1921 - January 23, 2009

Lyle LeRoy Shinkle

Lyle LeRoy Shinkle, the son of John L. and Mavis Clark Shinkle, was born June 7, 1913 on a farm 6 � miles south of Hartley, Iowa. His childhood years were spent near Hartley, where he received his education, graduating from Hartley High School in 1931. He went into the insurance business…

June 7, 1913 - January 17, 2009

Dorothy Mae Meehlhause

Dorothy Mae Meehlhause, the daughter of John and Ella Helen Wiese Trojahn, was born January 9, 1926, in Moneta, IA. She attended the first 8 grades in the Moneta Consolidated School, riding the bus everyday. She was baptized at the Moneta United Methodist Church by Pastor Tomkins from Spencer,…

January 9, 1926 - January 15, 2009

Lela R. Andersen

Lela Ruth Andersen, the daughter of William and Mae (Kirkman) LeClaire, was born on March 6, 1921, in Everly, IA. When Lela was 16 her father passed away and Lela went to live with her aunt and uncle in Rosholt, SD. Lela graduated from high school in Rosholt in 1939. Following graduation, she…

March 6, 1921 - January 15, 2009

Harry Vern Warren

Harry Vern Warren was born April 16, 1908, on the family farm near Peterson, IA, the third child of Arthur and Frances (Doolittle) Warren. He attended Yankee School just a quarter mile away through the 8th grade and then went on to graduate from Peterson High School in 1925. He liked school,…

April 16, 1908 - January 12, 2009

Elizabeth (Betty) McSwain

Elizabeth McSwain, 84, of Spencer, died Jan. 12, 2009, at her home following a brief illness. A private memorial service will be held at a later date in Phoenix, AZ. Elizabeth (Betty) Anna Rosson was born Feb. 17, 1924, in Readstown, WI, to Albert and Ellyn (York) Rosson. She graduated…

February 17, 1924 - January 12, 2009

Maude Ellen Erickson

Maude Ellen Erickson, the daughter of Ralph and Cora Petrich, was born September 20, 1915 in Sanborn, IA. She grew up on a farm near Sanborn with her older brother Lloyd and younger brother Leland. She attended country school, was recognized for scholarship and citizenship, and graduated in 1933.…

September 20, 1915 - January 11, 2009

Edith Irene Thomas

Edith Irene Thomas, the daughter of Paul and Caroline Sindt Carstensen, was born July 5, 1919 in Clay County, Iowa. Edith was raised on a farm near Everly and attended the Everly schools and graduated from high school there. Edith married Thomas Thomas on April 18, 1942, at the First…

July 5, 1919 - January 10, 2009

Lucille Leone Lighter-Hebbel

Lucille Leone Lighter-Hebbel, the daughter of Frank Leslie and Amina Kline Lighter, was born April 27, 1909 in Moneta, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Moneta, where she received her education. She married Fred Hebbel of Hartley. They lived on the family farm southwest of Hartley,…

April 27, 1909 - January 8, 2009

Bertil Carlson

Carl "Bertil" Carlson was born November 6, 1916 in Boxholm, Iowa to Carl F. and Hulda (Malmquist) Carlson. The Carlson family lived and farmed in the Boxholm area, and DeRidder, Louisiana. Bertil attended school in Boxholm and DeRidder and graduated from Boxholm High School. He and Marian Larson…

November 6, 1916 - January 7, 2009

Charles R. Trullinger

Charles "Chuck" Maxwell Trullinger, the son of Lucille Trullinger, was born February 9, 1926 in Sioux City, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Milford area, where he attended Milford schools. Following his schooling, he entered the military and served with the U.S. Army in the South…

February 9, 1926 - January 2, 2009

Lois Edna Klimke

Lois Edna Klimke, the daughter of Herman G. and Mary Runge Ewoldt, was born October 15, 1925 in Cherokee County, IA. Her childhood years were spent on a farm near Hartley where she attended grade school and later she and her family moved to Calumet where she graduated from high school. …

October 15, 1925 - January 1, 2009

Charles 'Chuck' Dean Meyer

Charles Dean Meyer, the son of Donald and Ruth Beatrice Johnson Meyer, was born August 19, 1942, in Spencer, IA. His childhood years were spent in rural Gillett Grove, IA, where he graduated from South Clay High School. Following graduation, he became a self- …

August 19, 1942 - December 31, 2008

Franklin Dale Scott III

Franklin Dale Scott, III was born to Franklin and Jerry (Halliwill) Scott on June 2, 1957 in New Britain, CT. He attended elementary school up to 3rd grade in Connecticut until his family moved to Van Wert, Ohio. He completed the rest of his elementary and secondary education in Van Wert and…

June 2, 1957 - December 30, 2008

Charlene Holcomb

Charlene Vivian Holcomb, the daughter of John W. and Ethel Frances Dowd Holcomb, was born February 19, 1927 in Spencer, Iowa. Charlene was handicapped from birth and faced many difficulties on her life's journey. She was educated in the Spencer schools through 8th grade. As an adult,…

February 19, 1927 - December 29, 2008

Larene Mae Selk

Larene Mae Selk, the daughter of Emiel and Helena (Urban) Dau, was born on May 20, 1924, in Sutherland, Iowa. She was baptized on January 21, 1925, in Calumet, Iowa. Larene grew up in Sutherland where she received her education and graduating from Sutherland High School in 1941. On…

May 20, 1924 - December 29, 2008

Kendall Lee Meyer

Kendall Lee Meyer, the son of Donald and Ruth "Beatrice" Johnson Meyer, was born July 18, 1940, in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Gillett Grove, Iowa. He graduated from High School in Orange County California. He then joined the United States Navy and served for four…

July 18, 1940 - December 28, 2008

Ardis Mae Heien

Ardis Mae Heien, the daughter of George Raymond and Flossie Alice Nelson Gerking, was born September 21, 1929, in Sloan, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Sloan where she received her education in country schools. Her family later moved to Onawa, IA, where she continued her education,…

September 21, 1929 - December 28, 2008

Ferne Irene Thorne

Ferne Irene Thorne, the daughter of John and Luella Smith Huss, was born September 28, 1910, in Correctionville, Iowa. Ferne received her early education in Correctionville and graduated from the Correctionville High School. Ferne married Frank Stoneking. Following their marriage, they…

September 28, 1910 - December 27, 2008

Rona Haberman

Rona Haberman, the daughter of Palmer and Norma (Weller) Teslow, was born May 18, 1940, in Sioux Falls, SD. Her childhood years were spent in Sioux Falls where she attended school and graduated from Washington High School in 1959. After graduation, Rona worked in Sioux Falls. It was there…

May 18, 1940 - December 23, 2008

Lester William Dykstra

Lester William Dykstra, son of Dowina Louise Dykstra (Dorothy) and Adrian Michael Dykstra (Ed) was born February 15, 1933 in Canistota, SD and died December 22, 2008 at his daughter's home in Jackson, WY. As an infant, he moved with his family to the rural Everly, IA area in 1934, attending…

February 15, 1933 - December 22, 2008

Dixie Rae Norgaard

Dixie Rae Norgaard, the daughter of Todd E. and Tricia (Arndt) Norgaard, was born September 27, 1988, in Spencer, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Dickens, IA. She attended preschool through 6th grade at South Clay Community School, and continued her schooling in Spencer for three years…

September 27, 1988 - December 22, 2008

Floyd Milton Petersen

Floyd Milton Petersen, the son of Jens Peter Petersen and Florence Maccabee Petersen, was born November 17, 1919, in Royal, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Royal where he received his education. On August 25, 1946, Floyd married Lois Jipson in Spencer, Iowa. Following their…

November 17, 1919 - December 20, 2008

Shirley Ann Newcomb

Shirley Ann Newcomb, the daughter of Willard and Maxine Craig Hively, was born May 18, 1929 in Dickens, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer where she received her education, graduating from Spencer High School. Following her schooling, she worked at National Foods and later Spencer…

May 18, 1929 - December 19, 2008

Dorothy Maxine Nielsen

Dorothy Maxine Nielsen, the daughter of Arthur and Stella (Lawson) Olson was born on November 1, 1923 on the family farm near Kimball, MN. At an early age her family moved to Spencer where she attended Spencer Schools until the 10th grade and completed her G.E.D. later in 1974. She was so…

November 1, 1923 - December 19, 2008

Steven Ward Huckfelt

Steven Ward Huckfelt, the son of Donald and Luella Crawford Huckfelt, was born October 27, 1950 in Canton, SD. He was baptized at the Canton Lutheran Church in 1951. Steven moved with his family to Vermillion, S.D. and then to Spencer, Iowa in 1963. He graduated from Spencer High School in…

October 27, 1950 - December 17, 2008

James Getting

James Ray "J.R." Getting was born in Sanborn, Iowa on August 1, 1937 to Leslie and Margret (Pippinger) Getting. He was baptized on November 5, 1937 at the Methodist Church in Sanborn. Jim attended school in Sanborn and graduated from Sanborn High School in 1955. After high school, Jim continued…

August 1, 1937 - December 15, 2008

Lowene Belva Gray

Lowene Belva Gray, the daughter of David and Ilo (Watson) Brallier, was born on June 12, 1923 in Greenville, IA. She received her early education in Greenville and then attended and graduated from high school in Lake Center, south of Terril, IA. On November 28, 1942, Lowene married…

June 12, 1923 - December 14, 2008

Lola Belle Taylor

Lola Belle Taylor, the daughter of George and Florence (Burwell) Essick, was born on July 6, 1924, in Webb, Iowa. She received her early education attending schools in the Webb, Gillett Grove and Dickens area. Lola married Roy Taylor on September 27, 1943 in Dickens, Iowa. Following…

July 6, 1924 - December 9, 2008

Shirley Evon Smith

Shirley Evon Smith, the daughter of Charles L. and Elsie L. Plinske DeWeese, was born September 14, 1936 in Salix, Iowa. Her early years, were spent on the farm in Salix, where she received her early education. Later, she moved to Whiting, Iowa with her sister, Marj, and brother-in-law,…

September 14, 1936 - December 7, 2008

David Wayne Nelson

David Wayne Nelson, the son of Theodore Martin and Ruth Strelow Nelson, was born September 29, 1941 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Royal area, where he attended and graduated from Royal Community School. Following his schooling, he entered the military and served…

September 29, 1941 - December 6, 2008

Catherine Margaret Peters

Catharine 'Kate' M. Peters, 95, of Kenyon, Minn., formerly of Sutherland, passed away Saturday, Dec. 6, 2008 at the Kenyon Sunset Home. Kate was born Oct. 3, 1913 in Sutherland the daughter of William and Catharina (Feddersen) Peters. Catharine graduated from Sutherland High School. She worked…

October 3, 1913 - December 6, 2008

Willard C. Lubbers

Willard C. Lubbers, the son of Albertus and Helena Doeksen Lubbers, was born March 21, 1919 in Orange City, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Orange City, where he received his education, graduating from Orange City High School. Later, he continued his education at Northwestern…

March 21, 1919 - December 3, 2008

Chester 'Chet' Eugene Taylor

Chester "Chet" Eugene Taylor, the son of Jesse W. and Linda Dickens Taylor, was born May 20, 1921 in Springfield, MO. His childhood years were spent in Springfield, where he received his education, graduating from Springfield High School in 1939. Chet married Dorothy McCarty on…

May 20, 1921 - December 1, 2008

Service Of Remembrance - 2008

Approximately 175 people attended our Service of Remembrance Program held Monday, December 1, 2008 at the Hope Reformed Church in Spencer. We would like to thank all those for their attendance and also would like to thank those who participated in the service including: Hospice of Northwest…

November 15, 2007 - December 1, 2008

Faye Braunschweig

Margaret Faye Braunschweig, the daughter of Lawrence and Marie Roberts (Gregory) Phillips, was born March 23, 1924, in Monroe, LA. Her childhood years were spent in Oak Ridge, LA, where she received her education, graduating from Oak Ridge High School. Faye married Gladwin…

March 23, 1924 - November 30, 2008

Joseph Alan Nieman

Joseph Alan Nieman, the son of James and Gloria (Buechler) Nieman, was born on April 14, 1987 in Hartley, Iowa. He received his early education in Hartley and graduated from Spencer High School in 2005. Joe continued his education in Estherville and Cedar Rapids where he met Emily Queck. Joe…

April 14, 1987 - November 30, 2008

December 22, 1923 - November 29, 2008

Lena (Lee) V. Steely Wright

Lena "Lee" V. Steely-Wright, the daughter of Charles and Myrtle (Gordy) Ulin, was born February 14, 1913 in Ottumwa, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, where she received her education, graduating from Washington High School. Lee married Guy Nelson Steely on…

February 14, 1913 - November 28, 2008

Bill O'Hearn

Bill E. O'Hearn, 61, of Spencer, Iowa, passed away at Avera McKennan Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD on November 28, 2008. A memorial service is being planned for a later date in the Spring of 2009. Bill Eugene O'Hearn, the son of Eugene and Bernice Bierman O'Hearn, was born October 29, 1947 in…

October 29, 1947 - November 28, 2008

Cecelia Anna Franker

Cecelia Anna Franker, the daughter of Henry and Minnie (Westphal) Klinker, was born June 14, 1918, in O'Brien County, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent moving around northwest Iowa. She received her education in Moneta schools. Cecelia married Earl Franker on September 16, 1935, in…

June 14, 1918 - November 25, 2008

Donald Munger, Jr.

Donald Burdette Munger Jr., the son of Donald and Doris (Nielson-Dalby) Munger Sr., was born April 1, 1950, in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent on a farm near Peterson, IA. He attended and graduated from Sioux Valley Community School in 1968. Following graduation, Don joined the…

April 1, 1950 - November 25, 2008

Bonnie Gail Pingel Reed

Bonnie Gail (Cobb, Pingel) Reed, the daughter of George and Berneice (Moody) Cobb, was born January 26, 1925 on a farm two miles north of Rossie, Iowa where she lived the first twenty years of her life. She received her education in Rossie Consolidated School, where she graduated in 1942. She…

January 26, 1925 - November 24, 2008

Patricia Lou Jones

Patricia Lou Jones, the daughter of Roy Kenneth and Margaret Genevieve Sorlie Johnson, was born January 27, 1940 in Hardy, Iowa. She received her early education and graduated from the Renwick High School in 1957. Pat continued her education at Waldorf College and graduated with an A.A. in 1960,…

January 27, 1940 - November 24, 2008

Carlo Johanne Andersen

Carlo Johanne Andersen, the son of Hartman and Anna (Lundblad) Andersen, was born July 15, 1918 in Webb, Iowa. Carlo grew up in Gillett Grove, Iowa. He attended the Gillett Grove school and graduated from high school in 1936. He helped his father with the family grocery store and later…

July 15, 1918 - November 21, 2008

Victoria Lynn Bell

Victoria Lynn (Lutes) Bell, the daughter of Arthur Lee and Margaret Glenn Lutes, was born December 12, 1953 in Decatur, Illinois. As a young child, her family traveled a lot, settling in Spirit Lake, Iowa. After high school graduation, she traveled around the United States, singing at…

December 12, 1953 - November 20, 2008

Wayne L. Weier, Sr.

Wayne Lynn Weier, Sr., the son of Lloy and Jenny (Kruse) Weier, was born on September 15, 1949, in Cherokee, IA. When he was a young child, his family moved to the Linn Grove - Sioux Rapids area where he attended school. On May 22, 1967, Wayne married Diana Collins in Sioux Rapids, IA.…

September 15, 1949 - November 20, 2008

Lois Mae Jensen

Lois Mae Jensen, the daughter of Ed and Amelia Nissen Jensen, was born November 5, 1930, near Rossie, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Rossie Community, where she received her early education, graduating from Rossie Consolidated School in 1948. Following graduation, she received…

November 5, 1930 - November 20, 2008

John Victor Erickson

John Victor Erickson, the son of George and Goldie Erickson, was born November 12, 1929 in Lincoln, Nebraska. His childhood years were spent in Cornell, where he received his education, graduating with a class of 4 students from Cornell High School. On May 1, 1948, John was united in…

November 12, 1929 - November 17, 2008

Robert L. Scharnberg

Robert Lee Scharnberg was born February 6, 1920, in Everly to Conrad and Viola (Matthiesen) Scharnberg. He was baptized and confirmed in the Hope Lutheran Church of Everly and was a long-time member. Bob grew up on a farm northeast of Everly and attended country school in Waterford Twp.…

February 6, 1920 - November 16, 2008

Florence Woolston

Florence A. Woolston, daughter of Andrew and Elizabeth Burgeson, was born on January 21, 1916, in Peterson, Iowa. She graduated from the Peterson schools. She was united in marriage to J. Clair Woolston on February 21, 1935, at the Methodist Church in Peterson. They were blessed with two…

January 21, 1916 - November 16, 2008

Darrell Eugene Hart

Darrell Eugene Hart, the son of Ray Jacob and Ethel Winona Mason Hart, was born November 6, 1926, in Webb, Iowa. He received his early education and graduated from the Webb High School in 1944. Following his schooling, Darrell farmed with his dad until 1951 when his dad passed away. He then…

November 6, 1926 - November 15, 2008

Leone Shelmidine Lamb

Leone (Shelmidine) Lamb, the daughter of David and Mae (Galusha) Shelmidine was born June 2, 1908, in Cresco, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Milford and Spencer. She graduated from Spencer High School in 1927. After she graduated she attended the University of Southern California for two…

June 2, 1908 - November 14, 2008

Rosalie Mary Huber

Rosalie Mary Huber, the daughter of Edward and Delia Ragoum Smith, was born December 1, 1923 in St. Genevieve, MO. Her childhood years were spent in Missouri, where she received her education. Rosalie married Edmund Huber on April 28, 1947 in Festus, Missouri. Following their marriage,…

December 1, 1923 - November 12, 2008

Kathryn Mary Williams

Kathryn Mary Williams, daughter of Arthur Henry Reetz and Nellie Mae (Davis) Reetz, was born April 28, 1913, in Centerville, South Dakota. She graduated from High School in Hampton, Iowa. On June 10, 1930, Kathryn was united in marriage to Estell Arthur Williams in Emmetsburg, Iowa at…

April 28, 1913 - November 11, 2008

Maurine Agnes Peterson

Maurine Agnes Peterson, the daughter of Adolf Hans and Laura Ellen Dyer Gravlund, was born April 25, 1925 in Emmetsburg, IA. She received her early education in country schools. Maurine married Lester Raymond Kathman in 1939 in Emmetsburg, Iowa. Following their marriage, they lived in the…

April 25, 1925 - November 11, 2008

Roger Dean Beck

Roger Dean "Tuffy" Beck, the son of Robert E. and Dorothy Taylor Beck, was born May 7, 1944 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer, where he received his education. He was united in marriage to Doris Nissen in 1976 and has since resided in Spencer. Roger worked for…

May 7, 1944 - November 11, 2008

Bob LaBrant

Bob LaBrant, the son of Roy Seeber and Audrey (Livingston) LaBrant, was born November 29, 1909, in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer where he received his education, graduating from Spencer High School. Following high school, he worked at Bjornstad Drug Store during the…

November 29, 1909 - November 9, 2008

Vera Violet Hanrahan

Vera Violet Hanrahan, 92, of Hartley, Iowa, formerly of West Burlington, died Saturday, November 8, 2008 at the Hartley Community Care Center in Hartley. Born March 12, 1916, in Sanborn, Iowa, she was the daughter of George Leemkuil and Ida Bertha Storm. On February 28, 1948 she married Edmund…

March 12, 1916 - November 8, 2008

Oscar Altamirano-Pavon

Oscar Altamirano Pavon, the son of Aurora Altamirano, was born on August 6, 1971 in Tierra Blanca, Veracruz. He received his early education in Tierra Blanca and was brought up by his mother and his grandfather, Genaro Altamirano. Oscar and Virginia Flores Peńa were united in…

August 6, 1971 - November 8, 2008

Bradley Haburn

Bradley Haburn, the son of Mervin and Betty Ann Hanson Haburn, was born December 21, 1954, in Cherokee, Iowa. He received his early education in Washta schools. His family moved to Spencer, Iowa, in 1961, where he continued his education, graduating from Spencer High School. Following his…

December 21, 1954 - November 8, 2008

Marylin F. Sievers-Tronson

Marylin Frances Tronson, the daughter of Harold and Thelma (Peterson) Fink, was born on November 10, 1933, in Peterson, Iowa. At a young age, Marylin's family moved to the Melvin area where she attended school and graduated from high school in 1951. After graduation, she worked as a nurse's…

November 10, 1933 - November 8, 2008

Larry Lynn Barnes

Larry Lynn Barnes was born in Algona, Iowa August 10, 1955 to his parents Dean and Lu Barnes. His early education was in Algona then later in Spencer. He graduated from Spencer High School in 1973. Larry worked for Rolin Construction and Sully Trucking as a driver and a repairman. He…

August 10, 1955 - November 3, 2008

Harrison Cleve Fisch

Harrison Cleve Fisch, 84, Sutherland, died Sunday, Nov. 2, 2008. Services were Wednesday, Nov. 5th, at United Methodist Church in Sutherland. Harrison was born on Sept. 23, 1924, at the home of his parents, Cleve and Irene (Webster) Fisch at the Fisch farm southeast of Gaza, Iowa. He…

September 23, 1924 - November 2, 2008

Douglas Lloyd Mills

Douglas Lloyd Mills, the son of Guy and Dorothy Rhodes Mills, was born March 2, 1945, in Sioux Rapids, Iowa. He received his early education and graduated from the Sioux Rapids High School. Following his schooling, Doug farmed his parent's farm. On June 12, 1966, Doug married Sherry Seeley…

March 2, 1945 - November 1, 2008

Shirley Mae Steffen

Shirley Mae Steffen, the daughter of Frank and Hilda (Matthiesen) Jessen, was born on March 3, 1925, in Hartley, Iowa. She was raised and received her early education in Everly graduating from Everly High School. After graduation, she worked at the Post Office for a short time. Shirley…

March 3, 1925 - October 31, 2008

Shirley Mae Smith

Shirley Mae Smith, the daughter of Roger and Edith (Gurney) Richards, was born on February 3, 1929, in Yankton, SD. She moved to Spencer at a young age, where she received most of her education and then returned to Yankton to finish and graduate from high school. Shirley married William…

February 3, 1929 - October 25, 2008

Anabel Tielbur

Anabel Tielbur, the daughter of James Floyd Jones and Bessie Myrtle McDanel was born December 29, 1912 in a farmhouse near Peterson, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Peterson, Rembrandt, Moneta and Dickens, Iowa area. She graduated from Spencer High School on May 29, 1930, then…

December 29, 1912 - October 25, 2008

Wayne Salton

Wayne Everett Salton, the son of Clair and Grace Hersom Salton, was born August 23, 1932 on the family farm, Dickens, Iowa. He received his early education and graduated from the Gillett Grove High School in 1950. He entered the United States Army in 1953 and was stationed in Germany, while there…

August 23, 1932 - October 25, 2008

Miles Peter Norgaard

Left to cherish his memory are his parents, Zech and Tina Norgaard, of Spencer, IA; one brother, Storm Norgaard of Spencer, IA; maternal grandmother, Diane Mozena of Spencer, IA; maternal grandfather, Mike Mozena of Dickens, IA; paternal grandparents, Pete and Rose Norgaard of Dickens, IA; aunts…

October 24, 2008 - October 25, 2008

Everett Raymond Hintz

Everett Raymond Hintz, the son of Clarence and Viola Schott Hintz, was born August 2, 1933, in Everly, IA. His childhood years were spent in Everly where he received his education, graduating from Everly High School in 1952. He entered the military on May 6, 1953, serving in the U.S. Army…

August 2, 1933 - October 24, 2008

Colleen Ann Speed

Colleen Ann Speed, the daughter of Phillip and Helen Sweeney Fogarty, was born December 26, 1936 in Lake Park, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in West Bend and Lake Park, Iowa, where she received her early education. Her family later moved to Gillett Grove, Iowa, where she graduated…

December 26, 1936 - October 21, 2008

Lena Verbena Adams

Lena Verbena Olmstead Adams, the daughter of Wilbur Asa Olmstead and Flora Mae Werts Olmstead, was born May 7, 1907 in Gillett Grove, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Gillett Grove, where she received her education. On March 9, 1925, Lena and Merle Adams were married in a quiet…

May 7, 1907 - October 19, 2008

Byron Joy Reed

Byron Joy Reed, the son of Charles Bernard and Dagmar Helen Heick Reed, was born March 2, 1920 on a farm five miles north of Peterson, Iowa. He lived in this general area all of his life. His childhood years were spent in Peterson, where he received his education in a country school and later…

March 2, 1920 - October 15, 2008

Donald Louis Dempsey

Donald Louis Dempsey, the son of Louis and Grace Schofield Dempsey, was born October 3, 1923 in San Diego, California. Don received his education in San Diego and lived there all of his life. Following his schooling, he and his business partner founded the company, Tool Research, which they…

October 3, 1923 - October 10, 2008

Clara Martin

Clara Anna Martin, the daughter of Henry and Anna (Jebsen) Litka, was born August 26, 1909, in Grant Township, O'Brien County near Sutherland, Iowa. She was raised and attended country schools in the area. Clara was baptized October 27, 1910, at the Zion Lutheran Church in Calumet, Iowa, and…

August 26, 1909 - October 8, 2008

Delbert L. Johannsen

Delbert L. Johannsen, the son of Herman A and Ella Lahann Johannsen, was born September 1, 1912 on the family farm near Sutherland, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Sutherland area, where he received his education, graduating from Sutherland High School in 1932. Following…

September 1, 1912 - October 6, 2008

December 9, 1912 - October 6, 2008

LaVonne Ethel Mangels

LaVonne Ethel Friesleben Mangels was born on January 4, 1922 at Belmond, Iowa to William (Bill) Friesleben and Millie Young Friesleben. She received her early education from a country school near Alexander, Iowa and graduated from Alexander High School in 1940. After high…

January 4, 1922 - October 5, 2008

Claire William Freeburg

Claire William Freeburg, the son of Oscar and Christina Freeburg, was born September 14, 1947 in Spencer, Iowa. Claire lived in Cambridge, Minnesota, before moving to Redwood Falls, Minnesota. He lived in a group home for the last several years where he had many friends. On October 2,…

September 14, 1947 - October 2, 2008

Marion Louise Raveling

Marion Louise Raveling, the daughter of Henry and Louise (Brackman) Young, was born April 17, 1918, in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Greenville, Iowa, where she attended school and graduated from Greenville High School. On March 30, 1941, Marion was united in marriage…

April 17, 1918 - September 30, 2008

Donald Elser

Donald Alois Elser was born March 29, 1932, the son of Alois & Wally Sippl Elser. Don attended the Moneta Consolidated School, graduating in 1949. He entered the military and served with the US Army in the Korean Conflict until 1954. Don was a lifelong resident of the Moneta area,…

March 29, 1932 - September 22, 2008

Emma A. Luhrs

Emma Anna Luhrs, the daughter of William and Helena Damm Westphal, was born August 5, 1912, in rural O'Brien County near Paullina, Iowa. She was educated in the rural schools near her childhood home and graduated from Paullina High School in 1929. After graduating she kept house for her Dad…

August 5, 1912 - September 21, 2008

Margaret 'Jo' Joan Warren

Margaret Joan "Jo" Warren, the daughter of Edgar "Ed" and Ida Marie (Perkins) Burke, was born July 23, 1930 in Sheldon, Iowa. Her family moved to Cherokee when she was 3 years old, where she received her education, graduating from Cherokee High School. Jo married Gordon Warren on August 1,…

July 23, 1930 - September 21, 2008

Jacqueline Langdeaux

Jacqueline Charlotte Langdeaux, the daughter of Arthur and Henrietta (Markman) Piscator, was born July 11, 1946, in Worthington, MN. She grew up in Round Lake, MN, with her parents and sister, Geraldine. She graduated from Round Lake Public School in 1964. On June 18 1966, Jackie…

July 11, 1946 - September 21, 2008

Roberta Margaret (Bol) Rouse

Roberta Margaret Rouse, the daughter of Joseph L. and Margaret Reynolds Graham, was born October 2, 1933,in Milford, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Milford where she received her education, graduating from Milford High School. After high school, she attended Del Mar College in Corpus…

October 2, 1933 - September 19, 2008

Robert Essick

Robert "Bob" Eugene Essick, the son of Harold Clyde and Mabel Irene Johnson Essick, was born June 20, 1925, in Pocahontas County, IA. He received his early education in country schools in Pocahontas County. Bob married Eleanor Ruth Woodford on December 3, 1943, in Jackson, MN. Following…

June 20, 1925 - September 19, 2008

Lillian Florence Pullen

Lillian Florence Pullen, the daughter of Millard and Mabel (McKerrick) Harvey was born January 22, 1914, in Bellingham, Washington. Her childhood years were spent in Bellingham where she attended school and graduated from Bellingham High School. Following high school, Lillian worked in…

January 22, 1914 - September 19, 2008

Janice Laureen Gustin

Janice Laureen Gustin, the daughter of Leonard and Pearl(Middagh) Beck, was born on August 5, 1936 in Greenville, Iowa. Janice moved to Dickens when she was 5, where she attended elementary school and then graduated from Gillett Grove High School in 1954. Following graduation, she worked in…

August 5, 1936 - September 18, 2008

Annette Pearson

Annette Charlotte Pearson, the only child of Fritz and Mamie Quee Schwidder, was born January 31, 1939 in Milford, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Milford, where she received her education, graduating from Milford High School in 1957 as Salutatorian of her class. Upon graduation, she…

January 31, 1939 - September 17, 2008

Viola K. Rolfs

Viola K. Rolfs was born on June 9, 1911 to John C. and Lulu (Steuben) Rolfs in Everly, Iowa. She was raised and attended school, graduating from Everly High School in 1929. She was baptized and raised in the Lutheran faith. Viola worked in Minneapolis for a creamery as a bookkeeper and then…

June 9, 1911 - September 17, 2008

Esther June Cuttell

Esther June Cuttell, the daughter of August and Ada (Fulton) Groth, was born June 30, 1917 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer, where she received her education, graduating from Spencer High School. She later attended and graduated with a teaching degree from Morningside…

June 30, 1917 - September 15, 2008

Gladys Stamer

Gladys Mae Stamer, the daughter of Orvel and Clara Hagedorn Wede, was born January 10, 1928 on a farm northeast of Sutherland, Iowa. She received her education at Grant #8 country school northeast of Sutherland and later graduated from Larrabee High School. On February 14, 1948, Gladys…

January 10, 1928 - September 12, 2008

Harvey "Bob" Eckert

Harvey Robert Eckert the son of Harvey and Mamie Larson Eckert was born on July 20, 1926 in Mallard, IA. He was baptized at Bethany Lutheran Church in Emmetsburg and confirmed at Trinity Lutheran in Mallard, IA. He went to school at Mallard and graduated in May of 1944. He was a pitcher at school…

July 20, 1926 - September 11, 2008

James William Carey

James William "Colonel" Carey, the son of Joseph and Hazel Carey, was born December 21, 1924, in Varina, IA. His childhood years were spent in Varina. He received his education at St. Columbkille Catholic School where he later graduated. Following his schooling, he entered the military…

December 21, 1924 - September 10, 2008

Margaret Mary (Marousek) Fitzloff

Margaret Mary Fitzloff, the daughter of George Van Houton and Agnes Grace was born on May 26, 1917 in Winnebago, NE. Her childhood years were spent in Winnebago where she attended country school, she then moved to Jackson, NE where she attended St. Catharine's Academy graduating in 1936. Following…

May 26, 1917 - September 8, 2008

Edith Christine Donaldson

Edith Christine Donaldson, the daughter of Harry and Clara Bruhn Prince, was born February 10, 1909, in Poweshiek County near Grinnell, IA. She received her early education in a country school in Jasper County, IA. Her family later moved to Pipestone, MN, when she was seven years old where she…

February 10, 1909 - September 7, 2008

Charles C. Joss

Dr. Charles Joss of Sioux Rapids, Iowa died at 10:08 A.M. on Sunday, September 14, 2008. Death was of natural causes. Dr. Joss was born in Cedar Rapids, Iowa on August 13, 1921. He attended McKinley High School and graduated from Coe College in March 1943. Following college graduation he…

August 13, 1921 - September 7, 2008

Michael Thomas Pullen

Michael Thomas Pullen Born July 28, 1981 in the Naval Hospital, Submarine Base Groton, Connecticut, after detouring his mother away from driving friends to the Grand Opening of the new Navy Exchange on the Submarine Base while his father was deployed on a submarine. Survived by his parents…

July 28, 1981 - September 4, 2008

July 8, 1928 - September 4, 2008

Florence Brown

On August 30, 2008, our beloved mother, Florence Brown passed away. During her 83 years, she was many things to many people. She was the love that lasted a lifetime for Burton, her husband of 57 years, who passed away in September 2003. She was "mom" to Lonnie, Rick, Dan, Julie, Jan and Nancy…

April 15, 1925 - August 30, 2008

James Edward Bendlin

James Edward Bendlin, the son of Clarence and Mary Jane Freeburg Bendlin, was born July 2, 1959 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer, where he received his education, graduating from Spencer High School in 1977. Jim married Paula Rabel on October 1, 1977 in…

July 2, 1959 - August 30, 2008

Eva Helen Chard

Eva Helen Chard, the daughter of E.R. and Hulda Anderson Walstrom, was born May 23, 1923 in Marathon, Iowa. She received her early education and graduated from the Gillett Grove High School. Following her schooling, Eva continued her education at A.I.B. Community College in Des Moines. …

May 23, 1923 - August 28, 2008

Betty J. Nystrom

Betty Jane Nystrom, the daughter of Charles and Nellie (Davis) Turner was born on February 4, 1931, in Iowa City, IA. Betty was raised and received her early education in Spencer, graduating from Spencer High School in 1949. Following graduation, she attended Business School in Minneapolis,…

February 4, 1931 - August 27, 2008

Norma Newell

Norma Marjorie Newell, the daughter of Norman and Susan Smith Behl, was born March 19, 1921 in Hettinger, ND. Her childhood years were spent in Hettinger, where she received her education. Following her schooling, she worked at her family produce and shoe repair business. Norma married…

March 19, 1921 - August 26, 2008

Connie Eileene Butler

Connie Eileene Butler, the daughter of Herbert Butler, Sr. and Shirley Marble was born on April 24, 1951 in Spencer, Iowa. She was raised and received her early education in Spencer graduating from Spencer High School. Following graduation she worked at the processing plant in Hartley for…

April 24, 1951 - August 26, 2008

Michael Conley

Michael Kent Conley, the son of Ernest "Bud" and Thelma (Eubank) Conley was born September 21, 1947, in Cherokee, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Sutherland where he graduated from Sutherland High School. Following school Michael enlisted in the Army. Michael worked for Sam's Club in…

September 21, 1947 - August 23, 2008

Carol Grover

Carol V. Grover, the daughter of Carl and Minnie (Hyllested) Anderson, was born March 3, 1919, in Sioux Rapids, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Sioux Rapids where she attended school and graduated from Sioux Rapids High School in 1937. Following high school Carol remained in…

March 3, 1919 - August 23, 2008

Charles Eugene Runkle

Warner Funeral Home has set up a personal website for Charles' family at: http://www.lifetributes.com/CharlesEugeneRunkle Charles Eugene Runkle, the son of George Bruce "Judd" and Irma Rorah Runkle, was born April 25, 1945 in Spencer, Iowa. He attended country schools in Clay County and…

April 24, 1945 - August 14, 2008

Ben Anthony Decker

Benner "Ben" Anthony Decker Memorial services will be held at 1:30 PM Thursday, August 21, 2008 at the Grace United Methodist Church in Spencer, IA for Benner Anthony Decker, age 85, of Spencer, Iowa who died Thursday, August 14, 2008 at the Spencer Municipal Hospital after a long battle with…

December 5, 1922 - August 14, 2008

Lee Ostrom Lorenz

Lee Ostrom Lorenz, the son of John Joseph and Lillie Elizabeth Ostrom, was born September 26, 1914, in Clay County, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Langdon and Dickens area where he received his education in country schools. Lee married Gertrude Sorenson on February 21,…

September 26, 1914 - August 9, 2008

H. Kenneth Nurse

You may view Ken's Webpage at http://www.lifetributes.com/HKennethNurse H. Kenneth Nurse, the son of Howard and Greta Green Nurse, was born December 13, 1918 in Crawford County. Ken received his education and graduated from the Dunlap High School. From 1939 to 1941, Ken worked…

December 13, 1918 - August 8, 2008

William Vernon Erick

William Vernon Erick, the son of William H. Erick and Helen Campbell Erick, was born November 7, 1928 in Letcher, SD. He received his early education in South Dakota before moving to Spencer, where he finished Jr. High and High School, graduating from Spencer High School. Following his…

November 7, 1928 - August 7, 2008

Richard Wheeler Huntress

Richard Wheeler Huntress, the son of Henry and Clara Elizabeth Wheeler Huntress, was born October 12, 1929, in Peterson, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Peterson, where he received his education, graduating from Peterson High School in 1947. Following high school, he entered the military…

October 12, 1929 - August 7, 2008

July 15, 1919 - August 7, 2008

Larry Warren Lowe

Larry was born on October 3, 1943. He is the son of Warren and Eva Lowe. Larry grew up in and around the Hiawatha / Robinson, Kansas area. He resided there until he graduated from high school. He then attended Highland, Kansas for a period of time followed by Evangel University in Springfield,…

October 3, 1943 - August 6, 2008

Alta Anderson

Alta Anderson, the daughter of Claus and Dena Denei Wolthuis, was born June 24, 1912 in Everly, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Everly, where she received her education. Alta married Dwight Holly Anderson on January 4, 1939 in Jackson, MN. Following their marriage, they helped…

June 24, 1912 - August 6, 2008

Brian Charles Beck

Brian Charles Beck, the son of Charles and Nancy Blom Beck, was born July 14, 1978 in Fairmont, MN. His childhood years were spent in Milford and Spencer, Iowa, where he received his education and graduated in 1997. After his schooling, he worked at Godfather's, Perry Judd's and Standard…

July 14, 1978 - August 6, 2008

Myron 'Popps' Samuel Voss

Myron "Popps" Samuel Voss, the son of Samuel and Wanda (Steffenhagen) Voss, was born February 8, 1932, in Sibley, IA. As a child, he lived in Rapid City, SD, before moving to Ocheydan, IA with his family when he was 11 years old. It was there that he received his education, graduating from…

February 8, 1932 - August 6, 2008

Erik Donn Anderson

Erik Donn Anderson, the son of Don and Helen Anderson, was born November 22, 1965. His childhood years were spent in Walnut Grove and Windom, MN as well as Emmetsburg and Spencer, Iowa where he received his education. He attended Iowa Lakes Community College for Law Enforcement. He was a…

November 22, 1965 - August 6, 2008

Ralph Beck

Ralph Ernest Beck, the son of Henry and Mary Schoning Beck, was born December 26, 1926, in Clay County, Iowa. He received his early education in country schools. As a ninth grader, Ralph entered Spencer High School where he graduated in 1944. Ralph married Dorothy Ida Scott on August 25,…

December 26, 1926 - August 3, 2008

Edwin James Monnahan

Edwin James Monnahan, the son of John (Jay) and Neva Manning Monnahan, was born on March 1, 1925 in Austin, MN. He grew up on a farm south of Austin and graduated from Austin Central High School in 1942. After graduating, Ed began his career with Geo. A. Hormel Co. in Austin, MN. He…

March 1, 1925 - August 1, 2008

Michael David Patrick

Michael David Patrick, the son of Roy David and Loretta Glowczewsky Patrick, was born August 5, 1946 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer, where he received his education graduating from Spencer High School in 1964. Following high school, he attended Estherville Junior…

August 5, 1946 - July 30, 2008

Leona Marie Zaiser

Leona Maria (Brinkert) Zaiser, was born October 24, 1917, in Sheldon, Iowa, the daughter and fifth child of Herman and Alvina (Zinn) Brinkert. When she was two years old, they moved to Hartley where she attended school. On September 10, 1932 she married Harolyn Zaiser. Their early married…

October 24, 1917 - July 28, 2008

Elva LaRue Barglof

Elva LaRue Barglof, the daughter of Lloyd and Margorie (Lowe) Zesiger, was born July 31, 1936, in Spirit Lake, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Moneta, Alta, and Everly, Iowa. She graduated from Everly High School. On June 25, 1960, Elva was united in marriage to Duane Barglof, in…

July 31, 1936 - July 27, 2008

Evelyn B. Tuel

Evelyn Berneice Tuel, age 94, of Spencer, Iowa, loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother passed peacefully in her sleep on July 25, 2008 at her son's home in Spirit Lake. Born in Terril, Iowa on October 27, 1913 to the late Michael and Della Cruse, Evelyn graduated from Terril High School…

October 27, 1913 - July 25, 2008

Shirley Ann Thortsen

Shirley Ann Thortsen, the daughter of George and Elsie Schlaak Gerlach, was born December 17, 1944 in Hanley Falls, MN. She received her early education and graduated from the Hanley Falls High School. Following her schooling, she worked at a Swift Plant in Marshall, MN. Shirley then moved to…

December 17, 1944 - July 24, 2008

Kent Douglas Smith

Kent Douglas Smith, the son of Raymond and Flossie Wright Smith, was born July 17, 1945 in Spencer, Iowa. He received his early education and graduated from the Spencer High School. Kent entered the U.S. Air Force in 1963 and he was stationed in Weisbaden, Germany. Following his honorable…

July 17, 1945 - July 23, 2008

Donald 'Skeet' Waggoner

Donald Dean "Skeet" Waggoner, the son of Frank and Ruth Bidwell Waggoner, was born September 25, 1922, in Sutherland, IA. His childhood years were spent in rural Sutherland where he attended Highland Township Country Schools. He later attended and graduated from Sutherland High School in…

September 25, 1922 - July 21, 2008

Albert J. Swart

Albert J. Swart, the son of Albert Thompson and Mary Harder Swart, was born August 21, 1915 in Searsboro, Iowa. His early childhood years were spent in Grinnell, Iowa and then in the late 1920's his family moved to northwest Iowa. Al graduated from Gillett Grove High school in 1933. Following…

August 21, 1915 - July 20, 2008

Lillian Fastenow

Lillian Mae (Rohrbaugh) Fastenow, the daughter of Charles and Eva (Cunningham) Rohrbaugh, was born April 21, 1919 at Peterson, Iowa, in Clay County. Her childhood years were spent in Peterson where she received her education and graduated from Peterson High School in 1938. Lillian was united…

April 21, 1919 - July 20, 2008

Jerry Dean

Gerald W. "Jerry" Dean, the son of Ross C. and Ethel (Phillips) Dean, was born June 16, 1926 in Des Moines, IA. His childhood years were spent in Red Oak, where he received his early education. In Jerry's sophomore year of high school, his father was transferred to Spencer, Iowa, where Jerry…

June 16, 1926 - July 18, 2008

Wanda Lou Johnson

Wanda Lou Johnson, the daughter of Morris and Cayce Ione (Nelson) Glasgow, was born on January 23, 1941 in Memphis, TN. Her childhood years were spent in Memphis, where she received her education and graduated from Harding Academy. On July 21, 1960 Wanda married Don Johnson in…

January 23, 1941 - July 18, 2008

Jean Ardelle Evans

Jean Ardelle Mills Evans was born to Samuel and Adeline Evans Mills on March 8, 1921, at Webb, Iowa. She attended school in Rosie and Greenville, graduating from Greenville High School. Jean married Lawrence Leon Evans on April 20, 1942, at her parent's home in Greenville, IA. Jean…

March 8, 1921 - July 14, 2008

Shirley Lavae Nath

Shirley Lavae Nath, the daughter of Charles and Ivah Bennett Allen, was born April 3, 1922 in Albert City, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Ruthven, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Ruthven High School. Shirley married Elmer Nath in August of…

April 3, 1922 - July 13, 2008

William 'Bill' Albert Swart

William "Bill" Albert Swart, the son of Albert J. and Catherine Irene Reardon Swart, was born August 2, 1946 in Spencer, Iowa. Bill received his early education and graduated from the South Clay High School in 1965. He then attended Mankato Commercial College in Mankato, MN. Bill served in the…

August 2, 1946 - July 11, 2008

Verda Irene Litka

Verda Irene Skow, the daughter of Jens R. and Emma (Jensen) Skow, was born April 23, 1917, in Graettinger, Iowa and went to be with the Lord on July 10, 2008 at the age of 91 years. She was received into God's Kingdom of grace by Holy Baptism as an infant and confirmed later in the Lutheran…

April 23, 1917 - July 10, 2008

Betty Rose McWhorter

Betty McWhorter, the daughter of William and Mary (Studebaker) Morey, was born on July 31, 1921 in Kokomo, Indiana. Prior to her retirement in 1980, she was Dr. Klein's nurse at the Valley Diagnostic Clinic in Harlingen, Texas. On October 22, 1947 Betty married H.A. (Mac) McWhorter at the…

July 31, 1921 - July 9, 2008

Maurice Hennig

Maurice Claude Hennig, the son of Claude and Dorothy Prusia Hennig, was born November 20, 1922 near Rosalie, Nebraska. He received his education in Rosalie, graduating from Rosalie High School in 1940. After one year of college in Lincoln, NE, he enlisted in the Navy in 1942 serving overseas…

November 20, 1922 - July 8, 2008

Grace Lorene Webster

Grace Lorene Webster, of Spencer, Iowa and Merritt Island, Florida, passed away Sunday, July 6, 2008, at Cape Canaveral Hospital following a brief illness. She was born in Beloit, Kansas, August 4, 1911, the first child of Orville and Mona Roberts (Hamilton). She was preceded in death by her…

August 4, 1911 - July 6, 2008

Mabel Lucille Swaim

Mabel Lucille Swaim, the daughter of Charles and Minnie (Noyer) Hodge was born on December 8, 1919 in Eldora, Iowa. Mabel was raised and received her early education in Eldora. After her schooling, she held various jobs in Eldora. On July 10, 1944 Mabel married Olin Swaim in Waterloo,…

December 8, 1919 - July 2, 2008

Michael L. Zenor

Michael L. Zenor, the son of Wayne and Ruby Werts Zenor, was born April 20, 1949 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer, where he received his education, graduating from Spencer High School in 1967. He continued his education at the University of Iowa, where he graduated…

April 20, 1949 - June 30, 2008

Karen Lynn Colding

Karen Lynn Stewart Colding 47, who was taken too soon from this world went to rest with her lord and Mother on June 30, 2008. She was born in Escanaba Mi. on November 3, 1961. She left behind three beautiful children, Heather, Tonya, and Daniel., and 6 wonderful Grandchildren. She is also…

November 3, 1960 - June 30, 2008

June 27, 1930 - June 29, 2008

Leona Ella Sears

Leona Ella Sears, the daughter of Theodore and Lena (Danker) Lammers, was born May 9, 1905, in Everly, Iowa. In 1920 Leona moved to Spencer with her family and attended school and graduated from Spencer High School. On December 18, 1928, Leona was united in marriage to Seril J. Sears…

May 9, 1905 - June 27, 2008

Robert James Rausch

Robert James Rausch, the son of George and Edna (Lockey) Rausch, was born June 25, 1923, three miles west of Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer where he attended school. Bob missed his senior year to stay home to farm and help his family when his father was killed in a…

June 25, 1923 - June 24, 2008

Gerald 'Bud' Pearson

Gerald L. "Bud" Pearson, a true American success story, whose innovations in the beef packing industry, athletic aptitude, life-long friendships, and commitment to supporting the common good, passed on June 23, 2008 at the Lakes Regional Health Center in Spirit Lake, Iowa at the age of 82. …

June 24, 1925 - June 23, 2008

Irma Althea Parks

Irma (DeKoster) Parks, Mesa, AZ and formerly of Spencer ad Milford, passed away May 22, 2008, in Coralville, IA. Irma was born in Zeeland MI, January 29, 1920 to C.J. and Mae DeKoster. The family moved to Spencer where Irma graduated from Spencer High School in 1937. Irma married Robert Don…

January 29, 1920 - June 22, 2008

Dr. Delbert Louis Anliker

Dr. Delbert Louis Anliker, the son of Ernest and Rickie Schaeffer Anliker, was born July 18, 1923 in West Bend, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in West Bend, where he received his education, graduating from West Bend High School. Delbert married Irene Bleuer on May 9, 1943 in…

July 18, 1923 - June 20, 2008

Jessieca Lynn Buettner

Jessieca Lynn Buettner, the daughter of Rick and Sharon Kolsrud Buettner, was born August 19, 1981 in Algona, Iowa. Her family moved to Dixon, CA, when she was 2 weeks old to live with her grandparents. They later moved to West Palm Beach, FL, where she received her early education. When…

August 19, 1981 - June 19, 2008

Fran Catherine Stanzel

Frances Catherine Stanzel, the daughter of William and Christine (Momsen) Klindt, was born on February 6, 1928 in Lake View, Iowa. Fran was raised in Lake View where she received her early education and moved to Sioux Rapids her senior year graduating in 1945. After graduation, she started…

February 6, 1928 - June 17, 2008

Dorothy Evelyn Bussell

Dorothy Evelyn Bussell, the daughter of Frederick and Esther Bartlett Luft, was born July 27, 1915 in Osceola, NE. She attended Elementary and High School in Shelby and Clarks, NE. She graduated from Clarks High School in Clarks, NE in 1933. Dorothy worked in a Furniture Store in Albion, NE…

July 27, 1915 - June 16, 2008

Clara Louise Carter

Clara Louise Carter, the daughter of Peter M. and Nellie Holmberg Hansen, was born November 4, 1919 north of Dickens, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in rural Dickens, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Lake Center School in 1937. Clara married Harold August…

November 14, 1919 - June 15, 2008

Mabel Mae Mills

Mabel Mae Mills, the daughter of Lewis and Ella Maude (DuBois) Battin, was born on July 4, 1913 in North Redwood Falls, MN. She was raised in the Webb and Spencer area attending grade school in Spencer. Mabel married Bert Mills on August 13, 1930 in Spencer, IA. Following their…

July 4, 1913 - June 10, 2008

Richard Louis Kracht

Richard Louis Kracht, the son of Louis and Elsie (Amendt) Kracht, was born February 24, 1925 in Buena Vista, Iowa. He had lived on the same farm, south of Peterson, all of his life. He attended Brooke Consolidated School and graduated in 1943. Richard married Iris Goettsche on…

February 24, 1925 - June 10, 2008

Wilber Myren 'Butch' Rabel

Wilber "Butch" Myren Rabel, the son of George Matthew and Alma Lehnhoff Rabel, was born March 10, 1924 in Remsen, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Marcus, Iowa, where he received his education, graduating from Marcus High School in 1941. Wilber married Geraldine (Gerry) Niichel…

March 10, 1924 - June 9, 2008

March 5, 1918 - June 6, 2008

Edward Zenkovich

Edward William Zenkovich, the son of Vincent and Marie (Nanek) Zenkovich, was born on May 15, 1926 in Sioux City, IA. His childhood years were spent In Sioux City where he received his education and graduated from East High School. Edward entered into the military on August 21, 1944, serving in…

May 15, 1926 - June 4, 2008

Fern Louise Lavin

Fern Louise (Naas) Lavin, the daughter of Elliott Oliver and Ruth Louise Brown Naas, was born March 4, 1939 in Williston, North Dakota. Her childhood years were spent in Williston, North Dakota, where she received her early education and graduated from Williston High School. Fern…

March 4, 1939 - May 31, 2008

M. Duane Current

M. Duane Current, the son of Leigh Martin and Emma Lillian (Schultz) Current, was born on July 16, 1924 in Rural Webb, IA. He received his early education there graduating from High School. Duane entered into the military on December 1, 1943, serving in the United States Navy during…

July 16, 1924 - May 31, 2008

Leah F. Nielsen

Leah F. Nielsen, the daughter of Knute and Ruby Warriner Krohn, was born March 31, 1910 in Clay County. Leah received her early education at the Garfield School in Webb, Iowa. Leah married Alfred Nielsen on October 31, 1925 in Webb, Iowa. Following their marriage they lived in Webb, they…

March 31, 1910 - May 30, 2008

May 13, 1916 - May 28, 2008

Paul Duane Wittrock

Paul Duane Wittrock, a resident of Sutherland, Iowa, a Christian man with a kind and generous soul, passed away unexpectedly but peacefully at home on Wednesday, May 28, 2008, at the age of 73. He was the only son born to George & Merle Wittrock on November 26, 1934. Paul's youthful…

November 26, 1934 - May 28, 2008

Dale 'Killer' Arthur Killmer

Dale "Killer" Arthur Killmer, the son of Freddie John and Helen Louise Butler Killmer, was born June 24, 1941, in Hartley, Iowa. He received his early education and graduated from the Hartley High School in 1959. Following his schooling, Dale entered the U.S. Navy in 1959 and served on the…

June 24, 1941 - May 28, 2008

Jack Carol Johnson

Jack Carol Johnson, the son of Gerald Sumner and Nina Ima Rohm Johnson, was born February 26, 1927 in Winner, SD. He grew up in Winner, SD and then moved to Minnesota and later to Spencer. Jack entered the U.S. Army in 1946, serving during W.W.II until his honorable discharge in 1947. On…

February 26, 1927 - May 27, 2008

Robert Elmo Langfeldt

Robert Elmo (Bob) Langfeldt, 58, of Fountain, Colorado, died suddenly Tuesday, May 27, 2008, at his home. Bob was born November 12, 1949, in Estherville, Iowa, the son of Elmo and Elvera (Haberman) Langfeldt. He was raised in the Estherville and Webb, Iowa, areas. He attended elementary…

November 12, 1949 - May 27, 2008

Ray Lohof

Ray Frederick Lohof, the son of Fred and Anna Tielbur Lohof, was born August 24, 1924 near Cornell, Iowa. His childhood years were spent on a farm near Webb, where he received his education in country schools and later graduated from Cornell High School. Following his schooling, he farmed for…

August 24, 1924 - May 25, 2008

Bertha Magdeline Abele

Bertha Magdeline Abele, the daughter of John and Augusta Thiessen Schacht, was born September 24, 1922 in Germany. Her childhood years were spent in Peterson, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating in 1942. Bertha married Robert Lewis Abele in Spencer, Iowa. To this…

September 24, 1922 - May 24, 2008

William 'Bill' H. Carrington

William "Bill" H. Carrington, the son of Ceryl and Emily Brighthop Carrington, was born December 19, 1918, in Washta, IA, where he received his education. He entered the military and served with the U.S. Army from 1939 to 1945 during WW II. Bill married Helen Schultz on October 26,…

December 19, 1918 - May 22, 2008

David Carroll Bailey

David Carroll Bailey, the son of Edvin Dell and Greta Mae Nunn Bailey, was born November 1, 1936 in Peterson, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Peterson, Iowa. He later moved to Missouri, where he graduated from high school in Labell, MO. Following his schooling, he entered the…

November 1, 1936 - May 21, 2008

Mildred Mary Nelson

Mildred Mary Nelson, the daughter of Beach and Edith Thompson Nelson, was born June 13, 1911 in Sutherland, Iowa. As a youth she was baptized and became a member of the United Methodist Church in Sutherland. She graduated from Sutherland High School with the class of 1929. Her joy in life…

June 13, 1911 - May 19, 2008

Pearl Madson

Pearl Grace Madson, the daughter of Charles and Otelia Fitsimmons, was born on May 17, 1920 at Earlville, IA. She moved with her parents to Webb, IA at the age of 10. She graduated from Garfield School near Webb in 1937. She married Carl L. Madson on May 31, 1937 and they farmed west of Webb…

May 17, 1920 - May 18, 2008

Dora Mae 'DoDee' Pedersen

Dora Mae Pedersen, the daughter of Peter and Dora (Nielsen) Asmussen, was born on August 11, 1933 in Hartley, Iowa. Dora was raised by George and Minnie Dumkrieger in Royal, where she received her education graduating from Royal High School. Dora married Ivan Harold Pedersen on…

August 11, 1933 - May 18, 2008

Stewart Albert Mackie

Stewart A. Mackie, the son of Hugh and Nina Mackie, was born December 7, 1923, on a farm east of Laurens, Iowa. He graduated from Laurens High School and following graduation, he entered the Army and was stationed at Walker Air Force Base in Kansas during WWII. Following his honorable…

December 7, 1923 - May 13, 2008

Delores 'Dee' Elaine Sprague

Delores "Dee" Sprague, the daughter of Dale Gordon and Florence Henrietta Perley Thompson, was born December 17, 1923 in Sioux City, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Sloan, where she received her education. Dee continued her education at Wayne State Teacher's College, majoring in music and…

December 17, 1923 - May 13, 2008

Marie Ellen Galbraith

Marie Ellen Galbraith, the daughter of Marques Alexander and Florence Amanda (Barglof) Miller was born on January 11, 1927 in Greenville, Iowa. She received her early education in Spencer. On January 13, 1945, Marie married Frank Galbraith in Spencer, IA and following their marriage,…

January 11, 1927 - May 12, 2008

Richard Kramer

Richard Arlen Kramer was born December 12, 1930, the second son of John Frederick and Minnie (Heldt) Kramer. He graduated from the Everly schools and was a lifelong resident of the Everly community. He was a man of many talents and abilities. Farming was his first love and occupation except…

December 12, 1930 - May 12, 2008

Robert Rosberg

Robert Rosberg, of Montevideo, died on Saturday, May 10, 2008 at the Luther Haven Nursing Home in Montevideo at the age of 78. Memorial services will be conducted on Wednesday, May 14, 2008 at 4:00 P.M. at the Anderson Funeral Home Chapel in Montevideo with Rev. Donald S. McKee officiating. …

September 7, 1929 - May 10, 2008

Lucille Anna Kruse

Lucille Anna Kruse, the daughter of Charles C. and Bertha Louise Hampel Groff, was born August 16, 1908 in Benton County near Blairstown, Iowa. She received her elementary and high school education in Blairstown Public School. She later attended Iowa State Teacher's College in Cedar Falls,…

August 16, 1908 - May 4, 2008

Elizabeth Mart

Elizabeth Bouc Mart, daughter of Louis and Emma Urbanek Bouc, born on May 1, 1924, outside Touhy, NE. Passed away on May 1, 2008 at Marquis Place, Elkhorn, NE. Preceded in death by her husband, Vincent "Red" Mart on September 7, 1997. Survived by her brother Edward Bouc and wife Ruth of Daly…

May 1, 1924 - May 1, 2008

December 5, 1970 - May 1, 2008

Vera May Ebel

Vera May Ebel, the daughter of Chris and Hannah (Swanson) Dormann, was born on October 25, 1921, in Melvin, Iowa. She was raised in Melvin where she received her early education and graduated from Melvin High School in 1939. On March 29, 1947, Vera married Howard Christian Ebel in…

October 25, 1921 - May 1, 2008

Carl Edward Jensen

Carl Edward Jensen, the son of Edward Elmer and Mary Maureen Leffler Jensen, was born September 1, 1920 in McCook, NE. He received his early education and graduated from the Holdridge High School in Holdridge, NE. Following his schooling, he entered the U.S. States Army and served from 1944 to…

September 1, 1920 - April 30, 2008

June Charlotte Berg

June Charlotte Gleason Berg, the daughter of J.E. and Mable Leora Hulser Gleason, was born June 28, 1914 in Crockets Bluff, Arkansas. Her childhood years were spent in Arkansas and South Dakota before her family moved to Peterson, Iowa, in 1929. June married Arthur Berg on October 2,…

June 28, 1914 - April 30, 2008

William 'Bill' Chambers

William "Bill" James Chambers, the son of Michael Joseph and Agnes Berry Chambers, was born July 28, 1924 in Webster City, Iowa. He received his early education and graduated from the Webster City High School. Bill then continued his education at Iowa Teachers College where he received his…

July 28, 1924 - April 30, 2008

Elaine Duhn Horn

Elaine Duhn Horn, the daughter of Thore and Marie (Sandvik) Duhn, was born February 19, 1920, in Vining, MN. Her childhood years were spent in the Vining and Battle Lake, MN areas where she attended school and graduated from Battle Lake High School. After graduation Elaine attended a…

February 19, 1920 - April 29, 2008

Martha Marie Walton

Martha Marie Walton, the daughter of Chris O. and Christina Larson Anderson, was born October 8, 1920 on a farm west of Royal, Iowa. She attended Trimello School near Royal and later graduated as valedictorian from Royal High School in 1938. Martha married Marlowe Walton on July 2, 1944…

October 8, 1920 - April 24, 2008

Clare Edward Triplett

Clare Edward Triplett, the son of Edward and Marion McCroskey Triplett, was born July 2, 1930 in Sutherland, Iowa. Clare also known as "Pee Wee" graduated from Sutherland High School. Clare was an avid athlete in all sports, playing semi-professional football while attending Buena Vista…

July 2, 1930 - April 23, 2008

Jessie Marie Kruse

Jessie Marie Kruse, the daughter of Hugh and Rena Madsen Ewing, was born September 27, 1911 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer, where she received her education, graduating from Spencer High School in 1929. Jessie married Floyd Kruse on January 27, 1930 in…

September 27, 1911 - April 20, 2008

Bonnie Jean Stoermer

Bonnie Jean Stoermer, the daughter of Paul and Jessie Gowen Bowers, was born November 1, 1924 in Webb, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Webb, where she received her education, graduating from Webb High School. She later attended Des Moines Business College. Bonnie married Joy…

November 1, 1924 - April 18, 2008

Marie Ella Wood

Marie Ella Roskens Wood, daughter of Martin and Anna Bleeker Roskens, was born November 18, 1919, near Everly, IA. She received her early education in the Waterford Township Rural Schools and graduated from Everly High School in 1937. On May 16, 1941, Marie married Norman D. Wood at her family's…

November 18, 1919 - April 18, 2008

Gertie Dumond

Gertie Dumond, the daughter of Anthony and Sophia Rozeboom Roskam, was born October 6, 1922 in Rock Rapids, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Rock Rapids, where she received her education. Gertie continued to live in Rock Rapids and then Alvord until moving to Spencer, Iowa in…

October 6, 1922 - April 16, 2008

Robert Clark

Robert George Clark, the son of George and Amanda Fries Clark, was born on June 24, 1921, in Summit Township. Bob grew up in the Everly community and graduated from Spencer High School. He served in the Army of the United States as a military police officer in Africa and Italy during WW II. Bob…

June 24, 1921 - April 15, 2008

Joan Kay Trostheim

IN MEMORY OF JOAN KAY TROSTHEIM June 19, 1941 April 15, 2008 SERVICES 1:30 P.M., Friday, April 18, 2008 Warner Chapel - Spencer, Iowa OFFICIATING Pastor Scott Meier ORGANIST SOLOIST Anna Gibson …

June 19, 1941 - April 15, 2008

Delbert 'Shannon' Boyles

Delbert Shannon Boyles was born June 7, 1947, to Delbert Lloyd Boyles and Muriel Lorraine Roberts Boyles. He attended school in Everly, graduating from high school in 1965. On June 18, 1966, Shannon married Nancy Cooper, and on December 16, 1972, his daughter, Jodi Lynn, was born.…

June 7, 1947 - April 12, 2008

Casey Stephen Curry

Casey Stephen Curry, the son of Earl and Effie Taylor Curry, was born October 6, 1950 in Spirit Lake, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer, where he received his education. His family later moved to an acreage near Everly, Iowa, where he continued his education, graduating from…

October 6, 1950 - April 11, 2008

Carlee Janette Lambert

Survivors include her parents: Eddie and Angela Lambert of Spencer; her sister, Faith and her brother, Braden of Spencer; her half sisters, Calvina Naylor and Akasha Lambert; maternal grandparents: Allan and Carol Remmick of Spencer and John Kading and Debra Beasley of Fort Collins, CO; several…

April 8, 2008 - April 9, 2008

Eldon James Biekert

Eldon James Biekert, the son of Herman and Magdeline Mulder Biekert, was born March 5, 1930 in Shell Rock, Iowa. He received his early education and graduated from Shell Rock High School in 1948. Eldon served in the United States Marines during the Korean War until his honorable discharge. …

March 5, 1930 - April 6, 2008

Elgar Alvin Erichsen

Elgar Alvin Erichsen, the son of Hans and Martha (Grapenthin) Erichsen, was born January 16, 1919, in Brooke Township, Buena Vista County. His childhood years were spent on the family farm near Sutherland where he attended school and graduated from Sutherland High School in 1936. On…

January 16, 1919 - April 2, 2008

Clara Leona Hagedorn

Clara L. Hagedorn, the daughter of John and Pearl Sylvester Gilmore, was born September 18, 1914, in Sioux Rapids, Iowa. She received her early education and graduated from the Rossie High School. Clara continued her education at Mankato State and later graduated from Buena Vista College in Storm…

September 18, 1914 - March 31, 2008

Thomas Elmore Ball

Thomas Elmore Ball was born on May 10, 1943 in Spencer, Iowa. He was the youngest of Theodore and Velma Ball's six children. At the young age of eleven, Tom began working for local farmers to earn money for his own necessities. He has always been a strong and dependable worker. …

May 10, 1943 - March 28, 2008

Alberta Beck

Alberta Juanita Beck, the daughter of Albert and Ethel (Snook) Hoffert, was born April 25, 1921 in Mallard, Iowa. Alberta graduated from high school in Royal Iowa. It was in Royal where Alberta met Orval. On February 16, 1941, Alberta married Orval Beck in Hawarden, Iowa. Following…

April 25, 1921 - March 27, 2008

John Giza

John Andrew Giza, the son of John Philip and Magdalena Mary Sugel, was born December 13, 1923, in Genoa City, Wisconsin. His childhood years were spent in Chicago, IL, where he received his education. John married Frances "Nancy" Zerdin on May 14, 1955, in Chicago, Illinois and…

December 13, 1923 - March 25, 2008

Robert Reed

Robert Lee Reed, the son of Levi and Mary (Newcomb) Reed, was born March 17, 1930 in Peterson, Iowa. He attended school at Peterson, Iowa, and was a truck driver all of his life. He started driving school bus at the age of sixteen. He hauled everything from ready-mix, gravel, farm products,…

March 17, 1930 - March 22, 2008

Gladys L. Riedemann

Gladys Luceale Riedemann, the daughter of Robert and Anna (Treanor) Byers was born September 12, 1915, in Harrison Township, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in May City, where she attended country schools. Following school, Gladys remained at home helping her mother raise her…

September 12, 1915 - March 22, 2008

George Wardell Clark

George Wardell Clark, the son of Rolland "Rolla" and Fredricka "Freda" (Zach) Clark was born January 12, 1921, on the homestead farm near Royal, the same day his family received rural electricity. His childhood years were spent on the family farm near Royal where he attended country school. In…

January 12, 1921 - March 20, 2008

Carol Hirschy

Carol was born in Missouri Valley, Iowa on March 24, 1924 to Clyde and Besse Bixler. Her parents moved to Everly and then Dickens. Carol attended high school in Dickens and she was a very successful basketball player for the team in Dickens. She attended Mitchell College and taught school. …

March 24, 1924 - March 18, 2008

Clayton James Nieman

Clayton Nieman passed away on March 17, 2008, surrounded by his loving family, after a long and valiant battle with cancer. He was born on Friday, July 13th, 1923, to George and Charlotte (Hronek) Nieman in Pocahontas, Iowa. Clayton moved to Spencer with his family in 1939. He graduated…

July 13, 1923 - March 17, 2008

Alice Weisbrod

Alice Mae Weisbrod, the daughter of Charles and Lulu (Canfield) Norris, was born on April 11, 1909 in Modena, MO. Her childhood years were spent on a farm near Modena, MO, where she received her education up to the tenth grade. She continued her high school studies in Iowa, graduating in…

April 11, 1909 - March 13, 2008

Gladys Lehmann

Gladys Lehmann, the daughter of George and Mathilda Johnson, was born May 16, 1908 in Chicago, Illinois. Gladys graduated from college with honors and was an accomplished pianist. In 1929, she married Joseph Lehmann and was a homemaker before returning to work for several companies…

May 16, 1908 - March 11, 2008

Linda Lorenzen

Linda Lorenzen, the daughter of Frank and Clara May (Radley) Lorenzen, was born on December 15, 1947, in Spencer, Iowa. Linda was raised in Spencer where she received her education and graduated from Spencer High School in 1966. Linda has worked at the Grand Tap the last 33 years, where…

December 15, 1947 - March 10, 2008

Betty Rust

Betty Beal Palmer Rust, the daughter of Charles Henry Palmer and Elizabeth Beal Twiss, was born October 12, 1912 in Delhi, Iowa. She spent her early years in Concord, NH before moving back to Iowa. Following graduation from Delhi High School, she attended Grinnell College and graduated in…

October 12, 1912 - March 9, 2008

Otis Marcley

Otis Robinson Marcley left this Earth on March 8, 2008. He was born on May 19, 1921 to Frank Nevins Marcley and Mary Bachelor in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Clara May Marcley, who resides at Northshire Nursing Care Center, his daughter and…

May 19, 1921 - March 8, 2008

Sandra M. Grobe

Sandra Marian Feldhacker-Grobe, the daughter of Gilbert and Theresa (Wubben) Feldhacker was born March 13, 1951, in Milford, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Milford where she attended school. On July 13, 1991, she was united in marriage to her longtime companion Frederick…

March 13, 1951 - March 7, 2008

Lauri Beth Odor

Lauri Beth Odor was born July 16, 1949 in Des Moines, Iowa to Samson T. and Charlotte Rose Legvold. She grew up in Perry Iowa until her sophmore year of high school when the family then moved to Grundy Center for a year, before ending up in Oskaloosa, Iowa during the summer of 1965. After…

July 16, 1949 - March 7, 2008

Lonny Wayne McKewon

Lonny Wayne McKewon, the son of Richard Greer and Marjorie Alice Boyd McKewon, was born October 15, 1947, in Sioux City, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in McCook Lake, SD, where he attended McCook Lake Elementary and Jr. High and later graduated from Jefferson High School in Jefferson, SD, in…

October 15, 1947 - March 6, 2008

Evelyn Lucille Freeburg

Evelyn Lucille Freeburg, the daughter of Lewis and Amy Johnson Capener, was born May 4, 1922, in Palo Alto County, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the rural Ruthven area where she received her education, graduating from Lake Center High School. Later she spent two years studying music at…

May 4, 1922 - March 6, 2008

November 15, 1929 - March 5, 2008

Wayne C. Workman

Wayne C. Workman, the son of Cornelius and Evelyn Wickham Workman, was born August 3, 1937 in Muskegon, MI. At the age of 11, Wayne was made ward of the State. At the age of 17, he joined the U.S. Marines and while serving his country he earned his G.E.D. Following his honorable discharge, Wayne…

August 3, 1937 - March 4, 2008

M. Dale Jones

Morris Dale Jones, the son of Leslie and Sadie Waters Jones, was born May 7, 1917 near Everly, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Everly and Spencer area where he received his education, graduating from Spencer High School. Dale married Katherine Thomas on March 5, 1940 in…

May 7, 1917 - March 3, 2008

Mary Lorraine Schwarck

Mary Lorraine Schwarck, the daughter of Ralph Woodward and Levon Campbell Woodward, was born February 20, 1920 in Sibley, Iowa. She graduated from high school at Dallas Center, Iowa in 1937. On October 10, 1942, she married Paul Frank Schwarck in Battle Creek, Michigan shortly before…

February 20, 1920 - March 1, 2008

Darlene Cecilia Morony

Darlene Cecilia Morony, the daughter of S.M. and Clothilda Nothem Fideler, was born December 3, 1926, in Remsen, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Remsen where she received her education, graduating from Remsen St. Mary's High School in 1944. Following high school, she attended Sioux…

December 3, 1926 - February 29, 2008

Arthur D. Bates

Arthur D. Bates, the son of Clifford and Freda (Lindsay) Bates, was born January 29, 1930 in Omaha, NE. His childhood was spent in Council Bluffs, IA, where he graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in 1948. He enlisted in the U.S. Army in June of 1948 and served until his honorable…

January 29, 1930 - February 28, 2008

David M. Horan

David M. Horan, the son of John and Dorothy Horan, was born December 3, 1957 in Omaha, NE. His childhood years were spent in Omaha, where he received his education graduating from Brian High School in Omaha in 1975. Following high school, he attended and graduated from the University of…

December 3, 1957 - February 27, 2008

Larry Eldon McKeever

Larry Eldon McKeever was born in Clay County, Douglas Township, Linn Grove, Iowa on April 23, 1936 to Everett Wayne McKeever and Vila Mary Walker. Larry attended first grade at the age of five as one of two students in the class. Larry graduated from Royal Community High School in 1953. …

April 23, 1936 - February 25, 2008

May 28, 1916 - February 24, 2008

Clement James Clausen

Clement James Clausen, the son of Homer and Lucille Brown, was born June 17, 1944 in Spencer, Iowa. He attended grade school at Sacred Heart Elementary School and later graduated from Spencer High School. Clem entered the military and served with the U.S. Army during Viet Nam. On March…

June 17, 1944 - February 24, 2008

Josephine Black

Josephine "Jo" Black, the daughter of Cecil and Daisy Shawver, was born August 3, 1919, in Pleasantville, IA. She graduated from high school in Knoxville, IA, and went on to earn degrees in music and education from Morningside College in Sioux City. She lived and worked in Sioux City and Des…

August 3, 1919 - February 22, 2008

Margaret Mary Nelson

Margaret Mary Nelson, the daughter of Charles T. and Sopha Miller Kiley, was born August 20, 1930 in DeWitt County, Illinois. Her childhood years were spent in the Gillett Grove, Iowa area where she received her education, graduating from Gillett Grove High School. She continued her education at…

August 20, 1930 - February 21, 2008

Ida Emma Krumm

Ida Emma Krumm, the daughter of Melvin and Rose Piehl Saxby, was born April 9, 1921 in Brookings County, near Arlington, South Dakota. Her childhood years were spent in the Peterson, Iowa area where she received her education, graduating from Peterson High School in 1940. Following graduation…

April 9, 1921 - February 21, 2008

Michael Toelle

Michael Charles Toelle, the son of Charles and Lavon Toelle was born on December 19, 1946 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent where he was raised on a farm southwest of Spencer. Mike graduated from Spencer High School in May 1965, and he was active in 4-H and FFA. He held…

December 19, 1946 - February 21, 2008

Betty Caren Klarstrom

Betty Caren Klarstrom, the daughter of Harry and Kristina (Frank) Nielsen, was born October 2, 1914, in Sioux City, IA. At the age of 1, Betty's parents moved to Cleghorn, IA, where she was baptized in the Presbyterian Church. As a young child, Betty's parents moved to a farm north of…

October 2, 1914 - February 16, 2008

Norman Francis Hepworth

Norman Francis Hepworth, the son of Clyde and Sarah Ruth Jipson Hepworth, was born October 26, 1914 in Moneta, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Royal, Iowa. Norm married Avah M. Petersen on September 25, 1935 in Peterson, Iowa. Following their marriage, they farmed near Royal. In…

October 26, 1914 - February 15, 2008

Amelia Axdahl Gilbert

Amelia Axdahl Gilbert, the daughter of Andrew and Christina Axdahl, was born November 29, 1908 in O'Brien County. She was educated in rural schools near Primghar and Paullina, graduating from the Gaza High School in 1925. She attended Buena Vista College in Storm Lake to get her teaching…

November 29, 1908 - February 14, 2008

Inez Jane Holland

Inez Jane Holland, the daughter of Weerth A. and Anna H. (Janssen) Buss, was born March 19, 1927, in Worthington, MN. Her childhood years were spent on a farm in rural Fulda, MN, where she received her education in country schools and later received her GED. She was a member of the Immanuel…

March 19, 1927 - February 14, 2008

Gaylord Lyle Vogt

Gaylord Lyle Vogt, the son of William Lyle and Elna Puck Vogt, was born March 9, 1932 in Moneta, Iowa. He grew up in Spencer, Iowa, graduating from Spencer High School in 1949. He attended college for two years and then served four years in the United States Navy. Gaylord married…

March 9, 1932 - February 13, 2008

Anna Grace Milleman

Anna Grace Milleman, the daughter of Edward and Alma Farmer Runkle, was born November 12, 1914 in Milford, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Spencer High School. On March 2, 1935, Grace married Nick Milleman in…

November 12, 1914 - February 9, 2008

Wilmer H. Lundt

Wilmer H. Lundt, the son of Waldo and Olga Walstrom Lundt, was born September 15, 1918 in Linn Grove, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Linn Grove, Iowa, where he received his education, graduating from Linn Grove High School. Following high school, he attended Buena Vista College in Storm…

September 15, 1918 - February 8, 2008

John Eeten

John Eeten, the son of Enno and Anna Wagenaar Eeten, was born May 19, 1911 in Hartsburg, Illinois. When John was three years old, his family moved to a farm west of Fostoria where he attended Summit Township Country School. On November 24, 1939, John married Margaret Dixon at his parent's…

May 19, 1911 - February 7, 2008

Chrystobel 'Chris' McLellan

Chrystobel 'Chris' McLellan, the daughter of George and Martha (Lindeman) Marsh, was born in Cass County, IA, on August 17, 1918. At the age of 6 her family moved to Martin County, MN, where she attended rural schools near Welcome and Ormsby, MN, graduating from Trimont High School in 1936. …

August 17, 1918 - February 6, 2008

Phyllis Jensen

Phyllis LaVonne Jensen, the daughter of Elmer Allen and Cora Myrtle Faulkner Kabrick, was born November 16, 1918 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer, where she received her education, graduating from Spencer High School on May 28, 1936. Phyllis married Carl…

November 16, 1918 - January 31, 2008

Marcella Mae ReMillard

Marcella was born on August 17, 1922 in Moneta, Iowa being the youngest of ten children to John and Anna Kriens. She attended both Moneta and Hartley schools, graduating from the Hartley High School in 1940. Following high school, Marcella received her beautician's license in Sioux City, Iowa.…

August 17, 1922 - January 29, 2008

Alice Birchard

Alice Birchard, the daughter of Benton and Alice Backstrom Birchard, was born April 22, 1943 in Gillett Grove, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Gillett Grove, where she received her education, graduating from Gillett Grove High School. Following high school, she attended…

April 22, 1943 - January 28, 2008

Wilbur L. Tigges

Wilbur Lawrence Tigges, the son of William and Esther (Goodrich) Tigges, was born on July 3, 1907, on a farm in Spring Township in Cherokee County, Iowa. He received his early education by attending country schools and graduating from Brooke Consolidated School in 1926. On September 21,…

July 3, 1907 - January 28, 2008

John Raymond 'Ray' Freeburg

John Raymond "Ray" Freeburg, the son of Martin and Edna Falline Freeburg, was born June 24, 1923 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer, Iowa, where he received his education, graduating from Spencer High School. Following high school, he began farming. Ray married…

June 24, 1923 - January 28, 2008

Martin Charles Wolthuis

Martin Wolthuis, the son of Claus and Dena (DeNeui) Wolthuis was born December 9, 1919, in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Spencer area where he attended country school. Following his schooling, he worked on the family farm. Martin married Cleo Kohn on April 12, 1941 in…

December 9, 1919 - January 24, 2008

Wanda Bell Mills

Wanda Bell Birchard Mills, the daughter of Ben and Alice Baxter Birchard, was born August 20, 1927 in Gillett Grove, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Gillett Grove, where she received her early education. Wanda married Donald Laverne Mills on April 21, 1945 in Spencer, Iowa. …

August 20, 1927 - January 24, 2008

Dorothy Leone Strautz

Dorothy Leone Strautz, the daughter of Roy and Irma Mary Robertson Baustian, was born July 21, 1921 in Rock Rapids, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Onawa, Iowa, where she attended Onawa Public School, graduating from Onawa High School in 1939. Following high school, she attended the Iowa…

July 21, 1921 - January 22, 2008

Florence Rozella Mincer

Florence Rozella Mincer, the daughter of John and Tena Klaassen Abels, was born March 23, 1916 in George, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Sibley, Iowa, where she was raised on a farm east of Sibley and received her education, graduating from Sibley High School. Following high school,…

March 23, 1916 - January 20, 2008

Jolene (Jody) Ruth Meyer Clark

Jolene (Jody) Ruth (Meyer) Clark, the daughter of Donald and Ruth (Beatrice) Meyer, was born March 5, 1949, in Spencer, Iowa. She spent her early years growing up near Dickens, graduating in 1967 from South Clay High School in Gillett Grove. Jody was married July 12, 1970, to Dale J.…

March 5, 1949 - January 20, 2008

Patricia Josepine Duffney

Patricia Josephine Duffney, the daughter of Lloyd and Winifred (Sain) Peters, was born March 1, 1935, in Lincoln, NE. Her family moved to Mason City, IA, in September 1938, where Patricia received her education, graduating in 1953. She attended a girl's school in Alton, IL, on an art…

March 1, 1935 - January 17, 2008

Eloise Clair Shearer

Eloise Clair Shearer, the daughter of Fred and Minnie Fults Smiley, was born February 14, 1902 in Clarion, Iowa. She received her early education and graduated in Stanwood. Eloise then attended and graduated from the Iowa State Teachers College in Cedar Falls, Iowa. She taught first grade for…

February 14, 1902 - January 16, 2008

Keith William McGee

Keith William McGee, the son of Hiram Edgar and Addie Decker McGee, was born December 22, 1916 in Sargent, Nebraska. His family moved to the Niobrara area when Keith spent his childhood. He was united in marriage to Christine Kreutz on July 6, 1940 in Neligh, Nebraska. They made…

December 22, 1916 - January 15, 2008

Earl Silas Skaar

Earl Silas Skaar, the son of Swen and Myrtle Hagen Skaar, was born October 28, 1914 in Gaza, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Gaza, where he received his early education. His family moved to Primghar, when he was in the 6th grade, where he continued his education,…

October 28, 1914 - January 13, 2008

Pearl Elizabeth Welle

Pearl Elizabeth Arms Welle, daughter of Roy Elvin and Nora Mabel Garret Arms was born December 29, 1910 in rural Clay County, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent on the Arms homestead near Greenville, Iowa. She attended the Greenville school where she graduated in 1927. On June 29,…

December 29, 1910 - January 13, 2008

Wilbur J. Hebbel

Wilbur J. Hebbel, the son of Harry and Lillian Hennings Hebbel, was born July 22, 1925 on a farm near Hartley, Iowa. His childhood years were spent there were he received his early education. Following his schooling, Willie entered the U.S. Army and served during W.W.II. After his honorable…

July 25, 1925 - January 13, 2008

F. Van Ampting

F. "Van" Van Ampting, the son of Anton and Theodora (Hendrickson) Van Ampting, was born August 18, 1926, in Bellwood, NE. His childhood years were spent in Bellwood where he attended school and graduated from Bellwood High School. Further education included two years of business school in…

August 18, 1926 - January 13, 2008

July 16, 1923 - January 9, 2008

Billie Lee Myers

Billie Lee Myers, the son of Charles and Dorothy Strohman Myers, was born June 30, 1957 in Spencer, Iowa. He received his education from South Clay High in Gillette Grove, Iowa. Following his schooling, Billie entered into the U.S. Army and served during Viet Nam. On November 25, 1978,…

June 30, 1957 - January 8, 2008

Irene E. Woolston

Irene Etheridge Woolston, the daughter of Paul and Eunice (Williams) Weeks was born November 8, 1926, in the Newland Township in Elizabeth City, NC. Her childhood years were spent in Elizabeth City where she attended and graduated from Newland High School. On June 3, 1974, Irene was…

November 8, 1926 - January 7, 2008

Iris Marie Erickson

Iris Marie Erickson, the daughter of William and Clara (Hovinga) Taylor, was born on a farm near Webb, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Webb area and she graduated from Webb High School with the class of 1938. After graduation, she took a post-graduate course in business. Music…

February 14, 1921 - January 6, 2008

August 24, 1928 - January 4, 2008

Yen Lovan

Yen Lovan the son of Doi and Hau Lothi Lovan, was born on October 5, 1917 in Son La Chieng Pac, North Vietnam. In 1945, he walked 3 days barefoot without food and water to escape from North Vietnam. On May 1979, Yen Lovan's family left Laos to Nong Khai, Thailand refugee camp for one…

October 5, 1917 - January 3, 2008

Donna L. Pierson

Donna Lea Pierson, the daughter of Rexford and Erma Carpenter Hansen, was born May 28, 1935 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Ruthven, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Ruthven High School in 1953. Following high school, she attended Iowa State…

May 28, 1935 - January 2, 2008

Ralph Henry Jalas

Ralph Henry Jalas, the son of Rudolph and Margaret (Nissen) Jalas, was born on December 16, 1918 on a farm in O'Brien County. He was raised in the Sutherland area where he attended school. After school Ralph helped his parents on the family farm. Ralph married Marian Fife on December 19,…

December 16, 1918 - January 1, 2008

James 'JIm' Edward Carlson

James Edward Carlson, the son of Edward and Henrietta (Rinken) Carlson, was born on April 13, 1943 in Hastings, NE. He received his early education attending school in rural Spencer, Maple Hill, Iowa and Glenwood, MN where he graduated high school. One of Jim's accomplishments while in high…

April 13, 1943 - December 31, 2007

Mildred S. Lundstrom

Mildred S. Lundstrom, the daughter of Louis and Ida Margaret Dumdei Hausmann, was born July 3, 1921 in Carroll County, Iowa. When she was a child, her family moved to Milford, where she received her education, graduating from Okoboji High School. Following graduation, she remained in the Okoboji…

July 3, 1921 - December 30, 2007

Dale E. Kabrick

Dale Eugene Kabrick was born on a farm near Spencer on July 1, 1917, to Edgar and Annie Volk Kabrick. He spent his years growing up on the farm and was involved in 4-H, showing calves at the Clay County Fair and the Iowa State Fair. Dale was united in marriage to Gertrude Ginger at the…

July 1, 1917 - December 24, 2007

Carl Edward Birchard

Carl Edward Birchard, the son of William and Gretchen (Parks) Birchard, was born September 6, 1960, in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer where he attended and graduated from Spencer High School. Following graduation, Carl graduated from Sheldon Community College as an…

September 6, 1960 - December 24, 2007

Tami Jo Pullen

Tamara Jo Pullen, the daughter of Merrill and Shirley (Boyle) Schoer, was born on October 16, 1957, in Des Moines, Iowa. At the age of nine her family moved to Spencer where she attended and graduated from Spencer High School. On February 19, 1977, Tami married William "Bill" Pullen in…

October 16, 1957 - December 23, 2007

Carol Kae Lake

Carol Kae Lake, the daughter of Leslie and Sadie Waters Jones, was born April 22, 1921 in Everly, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Spencer area, where she received her education, graduating from Spencer High School. Carol married Gerald LeRoy Lake on April 2, 1941 in…

April 22, 1921 - December 22, 2007

Ruth Ella Allen

Ruth Ella Allen, the daughter of Arthur and Georgia Logan Hamrick, was born August 10, 1928 in Gillett Grove, Iowa. She received her early education in Gillett Grove. Ruth married Milo "Mike" Allen on December 31, 1945 in Jackson, MN. Following their marriage, they made there home in…

August 10, 1928 - December 19, 2007

Donald C. McQueen

Donald was born May 8, 1927 to Opal (Pixler) and Delbert McQueen on a farm near Kingsley. He graduated from Grand Meadow High School near Washta in 1945. In that same year he joined Pixler Electric with his uncles Ivan, Howard and Lester for a lifetime in electrical contracting, retiring in…

May 8, 1927 - December 18, 2007

Kenneth Clarence Maurer

Kenneth Clarence Maurer, the son of Albert and Emma Gross Maurer, was born October 25, 1923 in Rossie, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Spencer, Iowa area, where he received his education, graduating from Spencer High School. Later, he attended a trade school. Ken entered the…

October 25, 1923 - December 18, 2007

Roger Merle Lundt

Roger Merle Lundt, the son of Arthur Merle and Helen Gerner Lundt, was born May 1, 1941 in Spencer, Iowa. Roger grew up in the Sioux Rapids, Iowa community, where he received his education, graduating from Cornell High School in 1959. Following graduation, he farmed and drove truck for…

May 1, 1941 - December 17, 2007

Phyllis Fae Wilken

Phyllis Fae Wilken, the daughter of Elmer and Edith Loveless Wilson, was born January 1, 1924 in Paton, Iowa. She received her early education and graduated from the Paton High School. She attended and graduated from Buena Vista College in Storm Lake, Iowa. Phyllis…

January 1, 1924 - December 13, 2007

Luella Margaret Rickers

Luella Margaret Rickers, the daughter of Henry and Tina (Urban) Meyer, was born March 25, 1918, in Calumet, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent around Calumet where she received her education attending country schools. On December 18, 1940, Luella was united in marriage to Ernest A.…

March 25, 1918 - December 12, 2007

Wayne L. Rogne

Wayne Lowell Rogne, the son of Ole and Marie (Larson) Rogne, was born December 15, 1917 in Linn Grove, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Linn Grove, where he received his education at country schools. After his schooling, he entered the military and served with the U.S. Army during W.W…

December 15, 1917 - December 8, 2007

Nina Merle Hamrick

Nina Merle Hamrick, the daughter of Gerald and Nina Ima Rohm Johnson, was born February 17, 1932, in Winner, South Dakota. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer where she received her education at Spencer High School, graduating in 1950. Merle married Lyle Hamrick on August 24,…

February 17, 1932 - December 6, 2007

Deb Ann Cochran

Deb Ann Cochran, the daughter of Bill and Adeline (Glander) Trunnell was born on September 15, 1961 in Spencer, Iowa. She was raised and received her education in Spencer and graduating from Spencer High School. On 1980, Deb married Ron Cochran on August 30, 1980. Following their marriage,…

September 15, 1961 - December 6, 2007

Leon Carl Oglesby

Leon Carl Oglesby, the son of Thomas and Anne (Lavin) Oglesby was born on April 30, 1928, in Mankato, MN. His childhood years were spent in Mankato where he received his education and graduated from Mankato High School. Following high school, he entered the military and served with the U.S.…

April 30, 1928 - December 3, 2007

Marvin Carl Anderson

Marvin Carl Anderson was born on November 30, 1935 at the home of Carl D. Anderson and Nelma Carlson Anderson near Alta, Iowa. He attended Fairview School, which was a mile from his home, and graduated from Iowa State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in vocational agriculture. …

November 30, 1935 - December 3, 2007

Carl Gustav Winterboer

Carl Gustav Winterboer, the son of Dick and Anna Zishka Winterboer, was born September 3, 1922, in Westport Township near rural Everly, IA. His mother, Anna, died when Carl was a very young child. His father raised four sons: Wayne, Howard, Edward and Carl. A relative helped to raise these…

September 3, 1922 - December 3, 2007

Velma Sophia Vogt

Velma Sophia Vogt, the daughter of Harry and Ida (Hein) Peters, was born in Clay County, Iowa on a farm northeast of Moneta. She started school in the Moneta Church later in the new building in 1922. When she was 11 years old, her parents moved to a farm southwest of Hartley. Which later was…

June 7, 1911 - December 1, 2007

Robert William Molnar

Robert William Molnar, the son of Edward and Frances (Viancourt) Molnar, was born May 29, 1965, in Cleveland, OH. His childhood years were spent in Lodi, OH, where he attended the Cloverleaf School District. Following graduation from high school, Robert joined the Navy. On June 25,…

May 29, 1965 - November 30, 2007

Helen Elaine Rohwer

Helen Elaine Rohwer, the daughter of Leo and Lena (Westphal) Struve, was born December 13, 1923, on a farm near Paullina, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Sutherland where she attended and graduated from Sutherland High School. Following graduation, Helen went to…

December 13, 1923 - November 29, 2007

Virginia Mae Ketcham

Virginia Mae Ketcham, the daughter of Herman and Jeanette Curry Gustoff, was born January 27, 1927 in Spencer, Iowa. She received her education in Spencer. Virginia married Tedwin "Ted" Ketcham on January 30, 1945 in Spencer, Iowa. They farmed near Royal, then moved to Fulda, MN to farm,…

January 27, 1927 - November 29, 2007

Maxine Bliss

Maxine Bliss, the daughter of Clarence and Wilda (Wise) Ellis, was born January 25, 1917 in Spencer, Iowa. She attended school in Spencer and graduated from Spencer High School in June of 1935. Maxine married Robert Bliss on October 24, 1953 in LuVerne, MN. Following their marriage, she…

January 25, 1917 - November 29, 2007

Timothy Roger Mills

Timothy Roger Mills, the son of Roger and Margaret (Fisk) Mills, was born on January 23, 1947 in Spencer, IA. His childhood years were spent on a farm east of Greenville. He attended school at Clay Central in Royal. Following graduation, he entered into the U.S Navy. He served from January 30,…

January 23, 1947 - November 29, 2007

Service of Remembrance - 2007

Approximately 175 people attended our Service of Remembrance Program held Monday, November 26, 2007 at the First Christian Church in Spencer. We would like to thank all those for their attendance and also would like to thank those who participated in the service including: Hospice of Northwest…

November 25, 2007 - November 26, 2007

Arlene Tielbur

Arlene Tielbur, the daughter of Jack and Edyth (Jones) Thompson, was born March 3, 1927 in Spencer, Iowa. After graduating from Spencer High School, Arlene worked in the office of Scott's Store in Spencer. On December 17, 1949, Arlene joined with Alfred John Tielbur in holy matrimony…

March 3, 1927 - November 25, 2007

Beatrice Evelyn Coover

Beatrice Evelyn Arms Coover was born to Roy and Mabel Garrett Arms on July 11, 1914 on a farm southwest of Spencer. After her father's death in 1915, her mother moved with the family to a farm near Greenville, where Beatrice spent her childhood, attending and graduating from the Greenville…

July 11, 1914 - November 21, 2007

Dorothy Pingel

Dorothy Mae Pingel, the daughter of Clarence and Elsie Joines Phillips, was born October 26, 1923 in rural Larrabee, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the rural Larrabee/Calumet area, where she received her education, graduating from Calumet High School. She was also an active in…

October 26, 1923 - November 19, 2007

Blanche May Elliott

Blanche May Elliott, the daughter of William and Eleanora Skinner, was born February 20, 1920, in Coulterville, IL. Following the death of her mother at age five, her family moved to Linn Grove, IA, and eventually Spencer where she received her education. On April 9, 1939, Blanche was…

February 20, 1920 - November 16, 2007

James 'Jim' Michael Sterling

James "Jim" Michael Sterling, the son of Harry and Irene Crabtree Sterling, was born September 15, 1946, in Chicago, IL. He received his early education and graduated from High School in Chicago. Following his schooling, Jim entered the U.S. Military serving with the Army during the Vietnam War. …

September 15, 1946 - November 15, 2007

Ruth Mary Rogness

Ruth Mary Letsche was born August 26, 1918 in Remsen, Iowa to Martin and Frieda (Schmidt) Letsche. She was baptized and confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church in Marcus, Iowa. Ruth later graduated from Remsen High School at age 16 and attended Westmar College in LeMars, Iowa. Ruth was…

August 26, 1918 - November 15, 2007

David Daniel Noethe

David Daniel Noethe, the son of Urban and Orese (Allard) Noethe, was born June 6, 1954, in Hartley, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Everly where he attended school. On November 12, 1971, David was united in marriage to Nancy Streed in Spencer, Iowa. Following their marriage, David…

June 5, 1954 - November 14, 2007

Dolores Mae Bina

Dolores Mae Bina, the daughter of William and Mary Hoppe Hinz, was born August 25, 1935 in Primghar, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Gaza, Iowa area, where she received her education, graduating from Gaza High School in 1953. Following high school, she worked as a nurses aid at…

August 25, 1935 - November 11, 2007

Steven Wade Olson

Steven Wade Olson was born on June 1st, 1948, in Spencer, Iowa. He was baptized in Bethany Lutheran Church in Spencer and attended cofirmation and was confirmed at Hope Lutheran Church in Everly. Steven began his schooling at Waterford Twp. Country School and later attended and graduated…

June 1, 1948 - November 11, 2007

Mary Ann Alexander

Mary Ann Alexander, the daughter of Arthur and Mae Anderson Woodford, was born December 20, 1920 in Webb, Iowa. She received her early education and graduated from the Garfield High School in 1938 as the class Valedictorian. Mary married Albert Leo Alexander on February 15, 1941 in…

December 20, 1920 - November 10, 2007

Joyce Davidson

Edith Joyce Clarene Davidson, the daughter of Grant and Etta Searcy Pelley, was born March 13, 1917, in Clay County, Iowa. She received her education at Spencer High School where she graduated. Joyce married Earl Davidson on May 1, 1935, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Following their…

March 13, 1917 - November 9, 2007

Opal Adeline Kaiser

Opal Adeline Kaiser, daughter of Fred and Verna (Gallagher) Haye, was born on Sept. 7, 1912, on a farm northeast of Sutherland. She attended country school and graduated from Sutherland High School in 1930. Following her graduation, she taught country school for several years. During this…

September 7, 1912 - November 6, 2007

Frieda Sophie Kimball

Frieda Sophie Kimball, the daughter of George and Augusta (Lubenow) Kelz, was born on October 1, 1915 near Sherburn, MN. She was baptized in infancy and confirmed at St. Johns Lutheran Church in Sherburn, where she also attended jr. high and high school. Frieda's marriage to Lloyd…

October 1, 1915 - November 5, 2007

November 3, 2007 - November 4, 2007

Maxine Rose Quee

Maxine Rose Quee, the daughter of William and Gerde O. "Gertrude" Grans Tolley, was born February 22, 1921 in Peterson, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer, where she received her education, graduating from Spencer High School. Maxine married Carlton Oliver Quee on May 18,…

February 22, 1921 - November 2, 2007

Ruth Mildred Andersen

Ruth Andersen, the daughter of Albert and Anna Marie Rasmussen Andersen, was born November 21, 1919, in Cedar Falls, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Spirit Lake, IA, where she received her early education in a country school. She later graduated from Spirit Lake High School and…

November 21, 1919 - November 2, 2007

Evelyn Josephine Hugunin

Evelyn Josephine Hugunin, the daughter of James Knox and Katie Wells Houston Shields, was born June 28, 1920 in Peterson, Iowa. She was raised in the Dickens, Iowa area, where she received her education, graduating from Dickens High School in 1938. Evelyn married David Hugunin on…

June 28, 1920 - November 2, 2007

Ila (Tanhoff) Alesch

Ila Leone Tanhoff Alesch, was born in Clay County on April 6, 1918 to Albert and Agnes Straight Marienau. She grew up on a farm near Langdon and attended grade school at Lake Center School, graduating from Terril High School. She was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran Church. Ila…

April 6, 1918 - November 1, 2007

Beverly Zittritsch

Beverly Jean Zittritsch, the daughter of Clifford and Lillian Godfredson Ringsdorf, was born January 3, 1941 in Titonka, Iowa. She received her early education in Algona, Iowa. Bev married Thomas Zittritsch on June 24, 1958 in Rock Rapids, Iowa. Following their marriage, they moved to…

January 3, 1941 - November 1, 2007

Johanna Louise Erickson

Johanna Louise Erickson, the daughter of Gerhard and Caroline Beerman Lucken, was born April 20, 1914 near LeMars, Iowa. She graduated from Liberty Central, where she enjoyed playing basketball. She then attended National Business College in Sioux City and later worked for an insurance…

April 20, 1914 - October 31, 2007

Bonnie Harrison

Bonita "Bonnie" Harrison, the daughter of Ernest and Betty Dorman Ebel, was born May 26, 1947 in Melvin, Iowa. As a young girl, her family moved to Spencer where she received her early education and graduated from the Spencer High School. Following her schooling, Bonnie worked as a nurse's aid at…

May 26, 1947 - October 31, 2007

Patricia Jean Whittenburg

Patricia Jean Whittenburg, the daughter of Charles T. and Florence (Wischmeyer) Whittenburg was born September 7, 1927, in Dickens, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in rural Dickens, Iowa. She attended school and graduated from Lake Center High School. Following graduation…

September 7, 1927 - October 30, 2007

Dean Richard Reese

Dean Richard Reese, the son of John E. and Mabel (Hansen) Reese, was born October 16, 1925, in Plankinton, SD. His childhood years were spent in Alta where he received his early education. In 1938, his family moved to a farm outside of Peterson. Dean graduated from Peterson High School in…

October 16, 1925 - October 29, 2007

Mariana Wetherell

Mariana Wetherell, the daughter of William and Della Kruse Dubois, was born April 21, 1928 in Everly, Iowa. At the age of one, she moved with her parents to the family farm north of Peterson. This farm was known as the Kruse Leghorn Farm, which consisted of a hatchery and many laying hens. …

April 21, 1928 - October 28, 2007

January 14, 1936 - October 28, 2007

Gerald 'Jerry' Naber

Gerald "Jerry" Joseph Naber, the son of William Joseph and LaBelle K. Hillman Naber, was born October 8, 1954, in Emmetsburg, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Ayrshire, Iowa, where he received his education, graduating from Ayrshire Consolidated High School. Following…

October 8, 1954 - October 25, 2007

Peggy Jean Rose Frink

Peggy Jean Rose Frink, the daughter of Frederick Walburn and June "Nettie" Agnes McCune Rose, was born February 5, 1927 in Brightmore, Michigan. Her childhood years were spent in Detroit, where she received her early education in a parochial grade school & later graduated from…

February 5, 1927 - October 23, 2007

Clovis H. Morse

Clovis H. Morse, the son of Clarence and Rose Marie Arel Morse, was born December 6, 1935 in North Troy, Vermont. His childhood years were spent in North Troy, where he received his education. On October 26, 1968, Clovis married Joyce Brooks in North Troy, VT and following their…

December 6, 1935 - October 23, 2007

Barbara J. Umscheid Lawrence

Barbara Jean Umscheid Lawrence, the daughter of Robert and Darlene (Davis) Anderson, was born on June 26, 1938 in Spencer, IA. She received her early education in the Orleans and Spirit Lake area. Barbara married Jim Umscheid in 1954. To this union four children were born: Jim, Teri, Tim…

June 26, 1938 - October 21, 2007

Earl 'Bud' Nielsen

Earl Edward (Bud) Nielsen, the son of Antone Chris Nielsen and Kirsten (Nielsen) Nielsen was born near Granville, Iowa. They moved to a farm between Gillett Grove and Webb, Iowa, when he was a young boy. He received his education in the Gillett Grove School and joined the Army during his Senior…

September 28, 1927 - October 18, 2007

Nadine Mae Burgeson

Nadine Mae Burgeson, the daughter of Arthur and Ida Conley Myrick, was born on the family farm near Pleasant Lake, Spirit Lake, Iowa the youngest of 8 children. She received her early education in Terril and in 1938 her family moved to a farm by Superior and she then graduated from the Superior…

September 20, 1926 - October 17, 2007

Clayton Hill

Clayton Lyman Hill, the son of Arthur and Margaret (Hulser) Hill, was born August 6, 1921, in Sioux City, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Sutherland where he received his education and graduated from Sutherland High School in 1939. Following graduation he went to work for the Iowa…

August 6, 1921 - October 16, 2007

Marjorie Marie Hale

Marjorie Marie Hale, was born the daughter of Marvin and Lillie Christensen Nelsen on November 6, 1929 in Cass County, near Anita, Iowa. She spent her early grades in a rural school in the Anita area and moved with her family to a farm north of Ruthven at the age of 8. There she finished her…

November 6, 1929 - October 15, 2007

William McGrath Slawson, Jr.

William 'Bill' McGrath Slawson Jr., longtime resident of Spencer, died on October 8, 2007 at home. Born in Long Beach, California on January 28, 1945 to William McGrath Slawson and Evelyn Elsie Hagedorn, Bill moved to Everly with his family in 1952. He graduated from Everly High School in 1962…

January 28, 1945 - October 8, 2007

May 19, 1934 - October 5, 2007

Elizabeth Jean Sanders

Elizabeth R. Sanders, age 89, died on October 5, 2007 at the Spencer Hospital after a short illness. She resided at Northshire Assisted Living Center in Spencer for the past 6 years. She was born in Morgantown, Vest Virginia on December 27, 1917. On December 23, 1938, she married Ben B. Sanders…

December 27, 1917 - October 5, 2007

Ruth Loretta Keiser

Ruth Loretta Keiser, the daughter of Edmond and Elizabeth Michels Keiser, was born December 20, 1904, in Early, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer where she received her education, graduating from Spencer High School in 1924. She continued her education at Buena Vista College…

December 20, 1904 - September 28, 2007

Vesta Velva Roskammer

Vesta Velva Roskammer, the daughter of Milford and Edna Frick Sass, was born July 5, 1918 in Hartley, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Hartley, where she received her education. Vesta was united in marriage to John F. Roskammer on April 9, 1936 in Luverne, Minnesota. They made…

July 5, 1918 - September 24, 2007

Donald Bryan

Donald Loyd Bryan, the son of Wesley and Margaret Porter Bryan, was born December 4, 1944 at the Spencer Hospital in Spencer, Iowa. He was baptized and confirmed in the Congregational Church of Greenville. Don attended Greenville-Rossie Consolidated School and graduated in 1962. He also…

December 4, 1944 - September 22, 2007

Nick Udorvich

Nick Udorvich, the son of Paul and Anna Lockmer Udorvich, was born August 13, 1918, in Madrid, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Madrid where he received his education, graduating from Madrid High School. Following high school he entered the military and served with the Army Air…

August 13, 1918 - September 21, 2007

Sheryl Ann Galbraith

Sheryl Ann Galbraith, the daughter of William Brink and Barbra Lamb, was born March 25, 1958 in Council Bluffs, Iowa. As a young child, her family moved to Onawa, Iowa and it was there she received her early education and graduated from the West Monona High School. On April 1, 1976, Sheryl…

March 25, 1958 - September 20, 2007

Mildred May Jebsen

Mildred May Jebsen, the daughter of Frank and Emma (Johannsen) Dau, was born January 28, 1912, in Sutherland, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Melvin where she received her education. On July 12, 1933, Mildred was united in marriage to Eddie Jebsen in Melvin, Iowa. Following their…

January 28, 1912 - September 20, 2007

Donald Delbert Storey

Donald Delbert Storey, the son of Delbert and Viola Arndt Storey, was born September 30, 1935 in Dickens, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Dickens, where he received his education at Dickens Elementary School and later graduating from Spencer High School. Don married Dianne Kay…

September 30, 1935 - September 19, 2007

Neilla Sue Banse

Neilla Sue Banse, the daughter of Neil and Minnie (Winther) Harlan, was born March 14, 1945, in Hampton, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Dumont and Hampton where she graduated from Hampton High School. Neilla attended Iowa State Teacher's College and Buena Vista College where she…

March 14, 1945 - September 19, 2007

Betty Barbara Dailey

Betty Barbara (Bang) Dailey, the daughter of Harold and Asta (Miller) Bang, was born July 10, 1931 in Spencer, Iowa. She was christened and confirmed at Bethany Lutheran Church. She received her education in Spencer and graduated from Spencer High School in 1949. Betty was married at…

July 10, 1931 - September 18, 2007

James Walter Herrill

James Walter Herrill, the son of Walter and Ruth Tallman Herrill, was born April 26, 1953 in Council Bluffs, Iowa. His childhood years were spent on a farm near Underwood, Iowa, where he received his education, graduating from Underwood High School. Following his schooling, he farmed on…

April 26, 1953 - September 17, 2007

Donald Arthur Claus

Donald Arthur Claus, the son of Herman and Anna Dass Claus, was born May 18, 1926 in Ocheyedan, Iowa. Don was baptized and confirmed at Zion Lutheran Church in Ocheyedan. He attended Zion Parochial School and graduated from Ocheyedan High School. Following his schooling, he…

May 18, 1926 - September 14, 2007

Lora Ann Krogman

Lora Ann Krogman, the daughter of Jarold and Donna (Groen) Krogman, was born on August 23, 1976 in Spencer, Iowa. She was raised in Spencer where she attended school and graduated from Spencer High School in 1995. After graduation she attended Loras College in Dubuque majoring in English.…

August 23, 1976 - September 14, 2007

August Wilson Burdette

August Wilson Burdette, the son of Hubert and Rena (Wilson) Burdette was born August 27, 1920, in Dolliver, Iowa. His early childhood years were spent in Dolliver. At age 13, August accepted Christ as his Savior at the Dolliver Methodist Church. His family moved to Gillett Grove at the age of 16. …

August 27, 1920 - September 3, 2007

John Neary

John Lorig Neary, the son of Hugh and Lois Lorig Neary, was born March 21, 1950 in Emmetsburg, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Emmetsburg, where he received his education, graduating from Emmetsburg Catholic High School. Later, John attended Emmetsburg Community College and then the…

March 21, 1950 - August 31, 2007

Gladys Elizabeth Thomas

Gladys Elizabeth Thomas, the daughter of Oren and Pearl (O'Dell) Curry, was born June 1, 1918, in Dickens, Iowa. Gladys attended school and graduated from Mt. Vernon High School in Mt. Vernon, SD. On June 18, 1939, Gladys was united in marriage to Lowell B. Thomas in Sioux Falls, SD.…

June 1, 1918 - August 28, 2007

Valerie Ketelsen

Valerie Jean Ketelsen, the daughter of Homer and Lucille (Brown) Clausen was born on February 23, 1937 in Spencer, IA. As a young girl, Val was very involved in various activities, including 4-H. She, along with her sister, Barbara and father, Homer showed champion Shorthorn cattle at the…

February 23, 1937 - August 27, 2007

Margaret Helen Barber

Margaret Helen "Margie" Barber, the daughter of William and Dora Valder Moyer, was born August 18, 1908 in Tekamah, NE. She attended school in Tekamah and graduated from high school in 1925. She also attended the VanZant School of Business in Omaha, NE. Margie then worked as the deputy county…

August 18, 1908 - August 24, 2007

Eldo W. 'Hap' Scharnberg

Eldo "Hap" W. Scharnberg, the son of Amiel and Frances (Ott) Scharnberg, was born October 7, 1912 on a farm northeast of Everly, Iowa. As a child, his father nicknamed him "Hap" and to this day, that is what he was known as. Hap grew up on the same farm that he later lived on and attended…

October 7, 1912 - August 21, 2007

Elizabeth Jo Stephas

Elizabeth Jo Stephas, the daughter of Wilbur and Grace Smock Schulze, was born September 7, 1945 in Sherburn, MN. Her childhood years were spent in Sherburn, where she received her elementary education. Her family moved to Spencer, Iowa, where she attended Sacred Heart Catholic School during…

September 7, 1945 - August 17, 2007

Opal F. Gulliford

Opal Faye Gulliford, the daughter of Alfred and Blanche Waggoner Wittrock, was born July 2, 1922 in Slayton, Minnesota. Her family moved to Sutherland, when she was a child and she received her early education in a country school in Waterman Township, near Sutherland. She continued her…

July 2, 1922 - August 17, 2007

Lillian Ellen Lorenz

Lillian Ellen Lorenz, the daughter of Nicholas and Susan (Macnair) Voogd was born March 31, 1920, in Sheridan, WY. Her childhood years were spent in Sheridan where she received her education. On June 10, 1937, Lillian was united in marriage to George Lorenz in Sheridan, WY, where they lived…

March 31, 1920 - August 17, 2007

July 9, 1921 - August 16, 2007

Rosemary Koenen

Rosemary Koenen, the daughter of Clyde and Agnes McCabe Walton, was born October 16, 1923 in Linn Grove, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Linn Grove, where she received her education, graduating from Storm Lake High School. She later attended Buena Vista College. Following her…

October 16, 1923 - August 15, 2007

Morris Orean Saboe

Morris Orean Saboe, the son of Anton and Martha Olivia Rasmussen Saboe, was born July 9, 1925, in Dawson, MN. His childhood years were spent in Dawson where he received his early education. Morris entered the U.S. Army in November 1944 and served until his honorable discharge on July 31,…

July 9, 1925 - August 12, 2007

Ardis W. Gopperton

Ardis W. Gopperton, the daughter of Allen and Ruby (Pierce) Stoner, was born on December 22, 1912, near Peterson, IA. She received her early education attending country school near Peterson and then moved to Spencer where she lived with her grandparents and attended high school. On…

December 22, 1912 - August 10, 2007

Timothy Blaine Quist

Timothy Blaine Quist, the son of Marvin and Karen (Stouffer) Quist was born June 11, 1963, in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Gillett Grove, Iowa, where he attended South Clay Elementary. Through high school he participated in the Special Olympics where he was awarded several…

June 11, 1963 - August 2, 2007

Howard Edwin Tibbetts

Howard Edwin Tibbetts, the son of Dell and Mabel Fields Tibbetts, was born July 8, 1926 in Peterson, Iowa. He grew up around the Peterson area and graduated from Peterson High School in 1943. Howard worked for John Deere Implement in Peterson for 3 years while in school and after graduation.…

July 8, 1926 - August 2, 2007

Robert L. Wetherell

Robert Leon Wetherell, the son of Merle and Mae Townsend Wetherell, was born in Bridgewater, SD. As a young child, his family moved to Peterson, Iowa where he received his early education and graduated from the Peterson High School in 1946. On December 29, 1946, Rob married Mariana Dubois at…

May 14, 1928 - July 29, 2007

Mabel Maxine Rutledge

Mabel Maxine Rutledge, the daughter of Ray and Mae (Clark) Koppelman, was born August 25, 1922 in Marshall, Minnesota. Mabel was raised and graduated from high school in Lake City, Iowa. She married Leo Rutledge on September 21, 1941 and to this union, 3 children were born. They moved…

August 25, 1922 - July 29, 2007

Margaret Marie Eeten

Margaret Marie Eeten, the daughter of Lee and Nettie Syndergaard Dixon, was born December 20, 1920 in rural Royal, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in rural Clay County where she attended country school in Clay and Dickinson County. She then attended high school in Hartley. On November…

December 20, 1920 - July 28, 2007

Wilma Flourine Erb

Wilma Florine Erb, the daughter of Joseph and Anna (Schwartze) Garnes was born August 29, 1925, in Bayard, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Bayard where she received her education. On May 28, 1942, Wilma was united in marriage to DuWayne Erb in St. Joseph, MO. Following their…

August 29, 1925 - July 27, 2007

Karla Kay Keller

Karla Kay (Schoenewe) Keller, 66, of Crystal Lake, died Friday, July 27, 2007, her birthday, at home after a valiant seven-year battle with cancer. She was born July 27, 1941, in Spencer, Iowa, to the late Henry and Hilda Schoenewe. She grew up in Everly, Iowa, and was a proud…

July 27, 1941 - July 27, 2007

George Lewis Alger

George Lewis Alger, the son of William "Bill" and Ethel Speed Alger, was born July 11, 1925 in Logan Township, Clay County, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Gillett Grove area, where he received his education, graduating from Gillett Grove High School in 1943. George married…

July 11, 1925 - July 25, 2007

Paul Clifford Petersen

Paul Clifford Petersen, the son of Peter and Alma Soe Petersen, was born February 27, 1924 in Marcus, Iowa. He received his early education in a country school near Marcus and later he attended the Marcus High School where he graduated. Paul was baptized and confirmed at the Nazareth…

February 27, 1924 - July 25, 2007

Alice Mathilda Mundt

Alice Mathilda Mundt, the daughter of John and Sophie (Wede) Peters was born December 11, 1909 in Everly, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Everly where she received her schooling graduating from Everly High School. Following graduation Alice attended and graduated from the Minneapolis…

December 11, 1909 - July 23, 2007

Mary Kay Lorenzen Youde

Mary Kay Lorenzen Youde, the daughter of Burdette "Bud" and Marjorie Helmers Lorenzen, was born November 13, 1963 in Spencer, Iowa. She attended school in Spencer and later graduated from Spencer High School in 1982. She was employed at Cycle Country in Spencer. Mary passed away at the…

November 13, 1963 - July 21, 2007

Frederick Exner

Frederick Melvin Exner, the son of Frederick and Irene Krogh Exner, was born January 16, 1933 in Weedsport, NY. His childhood years were spent in Weedsport, NY, where he received his education, graduating from Weedsport High School in 1951. Following his schooling, he worked in…

January 16, 1933 - July 21, 2007

Paul Anderson

Paul Brainard Anderson, the son of Doyle and Lela Struve Anderson, was born June 4, 1954 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Linn Grove area, where he received his education, graduating from Sioux Valley Community High School. Following his schooling, he worked in Hartley at…

June 4, 1954 - July 21, 2007

Harvey Eugene Baxter, Sr.

Harvey Eugene Baxter, Sr. the son of Cecil and Marie Conlon Baxter, was born May 10, 1931 in Ruthven, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Ayrshire, Iowa, where he received his early education, graduating from Ayrshire High School. Harvey married Esther Henaman on November 13, 1950 in…

May 10, 1931 - July 19, 2007

Randall Guerttman

Randall R. "Randy" Guerttman, the son of Royal and Arlene Goff Guerttman, was born July 22, 1950 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer, where he received his education, graduating from Spencer High School. Following high school, he enrolled at Spencer School of Business…

July 22, 1950 - July 18, 2007

Ella Melody Cannaday

Ella Melody Cannaday, the daughter of Daiana Hubers and Sterling Cannaday was born and passed away July 15, 2007. She was a fighter that was just too young and little to survive this world. She is now cradled in Jesus' arm for eternity. She was preceded in death by her uncle, Chris…

July 15, 2007 - July 16, 2007

Dennis Francis Schuller

Dennis Francis Schuller, the son of Frank and Katherine (Neu) Schuller, was born April 19, 1914 in Mallard, Iowa. He attended the Catholic School and Mallard Public School, graduating in 1931. After graduation, he worked with his father in the gravel business and farming. He was united…

April 19, 1914 - July 15, 2007

Michael Dean Britton

Michael Dean Britton, the son of Rick and Mary Ellen Mills Britton, was born December 7, 1989 in Spencer, Iowa. He attended kindergarten at Johnson Elementary School in Spencer and then continued his schooling at Sioux Central in Sioux Rapids, Iowa. Mike was a very outgoing young man who…

December 7, 1989 - July 14, 2007

Leland George Hagerty

Leland George Hagerty, the son of Roy Oscar and Rose Louise Krug Hagerty, was born March 21, 1925 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer, where he received his education. Following his schooling, he entered the military and served with the U.S. Army during WWII. …

March 21, 1925 - July 14, 2007

Leo Dale Mason

Leo "Dale" Mason, the son of Herbert "Hap" and Buelah (Martin) Mason Salmen, was born February 12, 1929, on a farm near Calumet, IA. He received his education at Calumet and Sutherland, Iowa. He was united in marriage to Patricia Wetherell of Peterson, IA, in April of 1950, at the First…

February 12, 1929 - July 13, 2007

Elsie M. Nissen

Elsie M. Nissen, 94, formerly of Sutherland, Iowa went home to be with her Lord Thursday, July 12, at the Good Samaritan Care Center in Holstein, Iowa. Elsie Marie Nissen was born February 6, 1913 in Kossau by Plon, Germany, the daughter of Heinrich and Bertha (Schwarten) Bern. She was…

February 6, 1913 - July 12, 2007

Irma Katherine Clausen

Irma Katherine Clausen, the daughter of Otto C. and Elsie S. Schoelerman Garms, was born December 13, 1919 in Royal, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Moneta, Iowa, where she received her education graduating from Moneta High School. She later attended a business college for one year. …

December 13, 1919 - July 11, 2007

Lorraine Adeline Erichsen

Lorraine Adeline Erichsen, the daughter of August and Neta Arp Miller, was born August 30, 1921 in Alta, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Storm Lake, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Storm Lake High School. Lorraine married Marvin Erichsen on July 2, 1944…

August 30, 1921 - July 10, 2007

Dorothy Helen Hoover

Dorothy Helen Hoover, age 97, of Riverview Terrace, Spencer, Iowa peacefully passed away on Tuesday, July 10, 2007 at the Spencer Hospital surrounded by her family. Dorothy was born on March 5, 1910 to May and Ernest Belknap on a farm southwest of Webb, Iowa. She attended and graduated from…

March 5, 1910 - July 10, 2007

Richard Landoe

Richard Arnold Landoe, the son of Leonard and June Landoe was born September 22, 1943, in Dickinson, ND. His childhood years were spent in St. Cloud, MN and Devils Lake, ND where he received his early education. His family moved to Spencer, IA where he graduated from Spencer High School in…

September 22, 1943 - July 9, 2007

Catherine Mae Nielsen

Catherine Mae Nielsen, the daughter of Thomas Wilkens and Maude E. Caskey Pettit, was born January 3, 1925 in Clay County, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Everly, where she received her education, graduating from Everly High School. Catherine married Otto Popp and to this union,…

January 3, 1925 - July 7, 2007

Elizabeth G. Beck

Elizabeth G. Beck, 58, formerly of Des Moines, died suddenly at her home near Wasilla, Alaska on July 7, 2007. Elizabeth was born December 21, 1948 in Nyack, New York, the daughter of Alexander G. and Jeanne (Starr) Park. She was a 1970 graduate of the University of Iowa and a 1972 graduate…

December 21, 1948 - July 7, 2007

Brian Lee Burger

Brian Lee Burger, the son of Roy and Genevieve Dyer Burger, was born September 7, 1958 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Gillett Grove, where he received his education, later graduating from Webb Consolidated School in 1977. After his schooling, he remained in Clay County,…

September 7, 1958 - July 6, 2007

Max Erwin Sheridan

Max Erwin Sheridan, the son of Ronald and Erma (Erwin) Sheridan, was born on September 12, 1920, in Oakville, IA. He received his early education in Oakville where he graduated from High School. Following graduation, he played minor league baseball in Colorado Springs, CO. Max returned to…

September 12, 1920 - July 3, 2007

Robert Dale Maske

Robert Dale Maske was born May 11, 1923 to John and Addie Coyer Maske at Ocheyedan, Iowa. Robert (Bob) spent his childhood in and around Ocheyedan, and he attended Ocheyedan High School. He completed his high school diploma at West Seattle High School in Seattle, Washington. After graduation…

May 11, 1923 - July 3, 2007

Grace Cornelia Raabe

Grace Cornelia Raabe, the daughter of Clark and Mary Irvine Ward, was born on October 3, 1919, on the family farm near Ocheyedan, IA. She received her early education in Ocheyedan. On June 28, 1941, Grace married Albert "Pat" Raabe in Primghar, IA. They lived and farmed in the Ochedeyan and…

October 3, 1919 - July 2, 2007

Dale Allan Pomeroy

Dale Allan Pomeroy, was received into this world on February 5, 1953 in Fort Dodge, Iowa. His early years of life where spent in Laurens, Iowa. He received his early education in Laurens and attended Ayrshire Consolidated School where he graduated from High School. He then went on to Iowa Tech…

February 5, 1953 - June 30, 2007

Gail M. 'Pete' Peterson

Gail "Pete" Peterson, the son of Roy R. and Louie Mabel Westcott Peterson, was born November 7, 1919, in Winside, NE. Gail grew up in Arlington, NE and graduated from high school there. He was a graduate of the University of Nebraska School of Agriculture with a B.S. in Agronomy. Gail was…

November 7, 1919 - June 27, 2007

Evelyn May Christensen Brees

Evelyn Mae Christensen, the daughter of Levi and Mary Newcomb Reed, was born March 31, 1914 in Peterson, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Peterson, where she received her education, graduating from Peterson High School. Evelyn married Allen Christensen on June 21, 1941 in…

March 31, 1914 - June 27, 2007

Josephine Virginia Larson

Josephine Virginia Larson, the daughter of Claude James and Fern Marie Anderson Nugent, was born August 17, 1922 in Algona, Iowa. She received her early education and graduated from the Spencer High School. On September 12, 1946, Josephine married Carl Anders Larson in Spencer, Iowa. …

August 17, 1922 - June 25, 2007

Helen Mary Glaser

Helen Mary Glaser, the daughter of William and Margaret Springman Slinger, was born February 13, 1914 in Archer, Iowa and was the 5th of ten children. Her childhood years were spent in the rural Primghar, Iowa area, where she received her education in rural O'Brien County Schools and later…

February 13, 1914 - June 24, 2007

Reed Frank Vetter

Reed Frank Vetter, the son of Frank and Eva Kranzler Vetter, was born September 27, 1927 in Eureka, South Dakota. Reed married Barbara Jane Hall on June 5, 1949 in Nevada, Iowa. Following their marriage, they moved to Spencer, Iowa. Survivors include his wife, Barb of Spencer; one…

September 27, 1927 - June 23, 2007

Milo W. Myers

Milo W. Myers, the son of Elmer Ray and Florence Alvera Beck Myers, was born October 15, 1929 on a farm near Rossie, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Rossie area, where he received his education, graduating from Greenville - Rossie High School in 1947. Milo married Mona June…

October 15, 1929 - June 23, 2007

Desiree Elizabeth Crist

Desiree Elizabeth Crist, the daughter of Richard Crist and Tammy (Peters) Muilenburg, was born on February 14, 1991 in Hartley, Iowa. She was confirmed at Bethel Lutheran Church in May of 2005 and she attended South O'Brien High School. She was a member of the Bethel Lutheran Church. …

February 14, 1991 - June 23, 2007

Lana Joyce Richards

Lana Joyce Richards, the daughter of Jess and Ruby (Orvis) Lockey was born December 2, 1933, in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer where she attended school and graduated from Spencer High School. Following graduation, Lana moved to California and did secretarial work. …

December 2, 1933 - June 19, 2007

Theodore Rhinehold Kosta

Theodore Rhinehold Kosta, the son of John and Elizabeth Huffman Kosta, was born May 5, 1911 in Colome, SD. His childhood years were spent in Hartley, Iowa, where he received his education, graduating from Hartley High School. Ted married Lucy Batcheler on September 23, 1933 in Spencer,…

May 5, 1911 - June 19, 2007

Phyllis Helen Oviatt

Phyllis Helen Oviatt, the daughter of P.E. and Helen (Sweeney) Fogarty, was born on February 4, 1938, in Lake Park, IA. She was raised in Northwest Iowa and attended school in Gillett Grove where she participated in six-on-six basketball and was a member of the All County Basketball Team. …

February 4, 1938 - June 19, 2007

Eula May Hungate

Eula Cummins Murray Hungate, was born January 14, 1908 near Adrian, Missouri, the third, (or last) of 3 children to Clayborn J. and Marilla May Barton Cummins. Eula attended school at Mingo at Bates County, MO, one year at Cotty College in Nevada and then graduated from Adrian High School. …

January 14, 1908 - June 18, 2007

Kenneth R.Woolston

Kenneth Roger Woolston, the son of J. Clair and Florence (Burgeson) Woolston, was born on December 2, 1937 in Sutherland, IA. He began school in Waterman Township and finished high school in Sutherland. He was united in marriage to Evelyn Trost on December 22, 1957 at the EUB Church in…

December 2, 1937 - June 16, 2007

Pearl Adolf

Pearl Bernice Adolf, daughter of John and Elsie (Habeck) Runge was born on March 20, 1925, near George, Iowa. After the death of her parents she made her home with Herman and Hannah Stamp in the May City area. She was confirmed at St. John's Lutheran Church in May City. She married Daryl…

March 20, 1925 - June 15, 2007

Betty Jane Enger

Betty Jane Enger, the daughter of Henry Alfred and Edna Mani Bacher Fritzsche, was born on January 29, 1922 in Burlington, Iowa. Betty received her early education in Burlington and graduated from the Burlington High School in 1940. Betty married Paul Walter Enger on September 6, 1942…

January 29, 1922 - June 14, 2007

Donald Clarence Steffen

Donald "Doodle" Steffen, the son of Clarence Rudolf and Hilda Augusta Schoelerman Steffen, was born February 28, 1927 in Royal, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Royal area where he received his early education, graduating from Everly High School in 1944. After graduation Don served…

February 28, 1927 - June 12, 2007

Merlon W. Tesch

Merlon William Tesch, the son of John and Sophia Koehlmoos Tesch, was born on July 3, 1926, on a farm southwest of Paullina, Iowa. He attended parochial school in Germantown, Iowa. Merlon was confirmed on July 6, 1941 in St. John's Lutheran Church in Germantown. On February 1, 1945 he entered…

July 3, 1926 - June 11, 2007

Steven Lyle Langholz

Steven Lyle Langholz, 51, of Spencer, Iowa passed away peacefully in the loving embrace of his family at his side at Spencer Municipal Hospital on June 10, 2007. Steve was born Octoer 8, 1955 in Primghar, Iowa, the son of Lyle and Marlys (Camarigg) Langholz, the 4th of 8 children. He was…

October 8, 1955 - June 10, 2007

Robert Ernest Mugge

Robert Herman Ernest Mugge, age 82, died Sunday, June 10, 2007, at the Mercy Medical Center in Sioux City, Iowa. Bob was born on August 10, 1924 to Arthur and Grace (Hessenius) Mugge on the family farm by Calumet, Iowa; the oldest of six children. He moved with his family in 1933 to a farm…

August 10, 1924 - June 10, 2007

Dorothy Knudson

Dorothy Jean Knudson, the daughter of Emmett and Bertha (Kruckman) Williams, was born April 13, 1929 in Sioux Rapids, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Rembrandt, Iowa area, where she received her education, graduating from Rembrandt High School. Dorothy married William…

April 13, 1929 - June 9, 2007

Margaret M. Krumm

Margaret Marcella Krumm, the daughter of William and Margaret (Springman) Slinger, was born on July 24, 1918 in Granville, Iowa. The family lived in the rural Primghar area where she also attended school. Following school she worked in different households around the area. On September…

July 24, 1918 - June 6, 2007

Yvonne June Pullen

Yvonne June Pullen, the daughter of Henry and Clara (Hvam) Tuttle, was born May 31, 1935, in Spencer, Iowa. She received her schooling in Spencer where she graduated from Spencer High School. Following graduation, Yvonne worked at A&M Laundry in Spencer. On January 21, 1954, Yvonne was…

May 31, 1935 - June 5, 2007

Dennis Ray Carlson

Dennis R. Carlson, 54, of Granger, passed away at 2:30 pm, Friday, June 1, 2007. Dennis was born on February 9, 1953 in Primghar, Iowa to Arnold and Dorothy (Koch) Carlson. On June 12, 1976, he married the former Jane Roos. Denny is survived by his loving wife, Jane; two sons, Troy…

February 9, 1953 - June 1, 2007

Vonda Rae Steece

Vonda Rae Flack Steece, born February 7, 1953 in Spencer, Iowa, was joyfully adopted and lovingly raised by Ray and Marie Flack in Spencer, where she graduated from high school in 1971. Vonda married Gary Steece in 1976 and they were blessed with a son, Jason Matthew Steece, in 1977. Jason was…

February 7, 1953 - May 29, 2007

Mayda M. Donaldson

Mayda Mary Donaldson, the daughter of Fred and Anna Brooks Hoppe, was born on January 9, 1908, in Germantown, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Germantown, where she received her education. On November 17, 1927, Mayda married Floyd Donaldson in Aberdeen, SD. Following their…

January 9, 1908 - May 24, 2007

Bernice Edna Udorvich

Bernice Edna Udorvich, the daughter of Fredrich and Dora Lager Westerman, was born May 14, 1920 in Bingham Lake, MN. Her childhood years were spent in Mountain Lake, MN and later moved to Arcadia, IA, where she attended and graduated from Arcadia High School. After graduating from high…

May 14, 1920 - May 23, 2007

Michael Keith Durham

Michael Keith Durham of Spencer died early Wednesday morning May 9, 2007 during a tragic car accident in which he drowned. His van went into the swollen Little Sioux River and was found over a week later when the waters lowered enough for canoeists to spot the top of Michael's van and…

May 26, 1966 - May 19, 2007

Leona Grace Fields

Leona Grace Fields, the daughter of Frank and Rachel Martin Bauman, was born January 12, 1912, in Lake City, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Royal, Iowa, where she received her early education and graduated from high school. On November 24, 1943, Leona married Bradley Fields. …

January 12, 1912 - May 18, 2007

Margaret Lucille (Fisk) Malecki

Margaret Lucille Malecki, the daughter of Al and Bertha (Namur) Fisk, was born August 21, 1922, in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Rossie area where she attended school and graduated from Rossie High School. Following graduation Margaret attended business school. In…

August 21, 1922 - May 17, 2007

Maurice W. Johnson

Maurice William Johnson, the son of Orville and Lois (Barnes) Johnson, was born May 29, 1916, in Sac City, Iowa. He was educated in the Newell School System graduating in 1934. He was a member of the Congregational Church in Newell. In 1937 he married Esther Nelson, and they had three…

May 29, 1916 - May 9, 2007

Bernice Kathleen Jackson

Bernice Kathleen Jackson, the daughter of James and Elizabeth Brennan, was born August 17, 1907, in Emmetsburg, Iowa. She received her early education in Emmetsburg where she graduated from high school in 1926. Bernice attended Iowa State Teachers College where she received her teaching…

August 17, 1907 - May 3, 2007

Walter Fraser Kelley

Walter Fraser Kelley, the son of Wilson F. and Henrietta Aanestad Kelley, was born February 22, 1913, near Sherman, South Dakota. He attended a country school near his home and graduated from Sherman High School in 1929. He graduated from Luther College, where he played football, in…

February 22, 1913 - May 1, 2007

Minnie B. Scharnberg

Minnie B. Scharnberg, the daughter of Fred and Annie Krebs Jager, was born August 29, 1911 in Hartley, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Hartley, where she received her education, graduating from Hartley High School in 1930. She was baptized on January 1, 1922 at the Trinity…

August 29, 1911 - April 29, 2007

Jeanne Nolting

Jeanne Theda Nolting, the daughter of Oliver and Theda Lambertus Nattress, was born September 22, 1925 in Minnesota. Her early childhood years were spent near a lake in Minnesota. Her family later moved to Milford, IA, where she received her education, graduating from Milford High…

September 22, 1925 - April 25, 2007

John Bert Groote

John Bert Groote the son of Lubertus and Lena Groote, was born in 1944 in Ashton, IA. He received his early education in Sibley and graduated from High School in 1962. Following graduation John attended Mankato State where he received a degree in Accounting. On April 6, 1969, John…

November 18, 1945 - April 24, 2007

Betty Louise Bang

Betty Louise Flack Bang, was born on March 2, 1939 in Palo Alto County, Iowa, the daughter of Fred and Elsie Jones Flack. She received her early education and graduated from Lake Center High School in May of 1957. After graduation, she started working for the Spencer Telephone Company in October…

March 2, 1939 - April 23, 2007

Joan Noel

Joan Noel, the daughter of George and Flaurette Todd Resseguie was born April 11, 1924 in Terril, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Terril on the farm with her parents, sisters and beloved animals. She graduated from Spencer High School. Joan married Harry Noel, Jr. and from…

April 11, 1924 - April 20, 2007

Eva Vena Schoorman

Eva Vena Schoorman, the daughter of Eitie and Bielda Meyer Winterboer, was born March 13, 1911 near Everly, Iowa. She was raised in Clay County and attended rural school in Waterford Township. Later she attended Everly High School and graduated from Spencer High School in 1929. …

March 13, 1911 - April 20, 2007

Clara Jean Oestenstad

Memorials can be made to the Abben Cancer Center in Clara Jean Oestenstad's name. Jean Oestenstad, the daughter of Arthur Roland and Ruth Elaine Kiester Moore, was born December 25, 1929, in Bagley, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Des Moines, Iowa, where she received her education,…

December 25, 1929 - April 18, 2007

Ernest Laverne Larson

Ernest Laverne Larson, the son of Otto J. and Manda Johnson Larson, was born August 28, 1918 in Wallingford, Iowa. He received his early education in the Wallingford school system. Ernest continued his education at the Kennedy School of Hairstyling in Des Moines and the Sioux City Barber…

August 28, 1918 - April 17, 2007

Thomas Krout

Thomas "Tom" Edward Krout, the son of Clarence "Bud" and Bessie North Krout, was born November 21, 1949, in Storm Lake, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Marathon, Iowa, where he received his education, graduating from Marathon High School in 1968. Following high school he continued to…

November 21, 1949 - April 16, 2007

Ivan D. Cushing

Ivan D. Cushing, the son of Clinton and Laura Meier Cushing, was born June 15, 1918 in Lone Rock, Iowa. He received his early education and graduated from High School in Swea City. Ivan married Annetta Victoria Larson on December 7, 1949 at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa. …

June 15, 1918 - April 14, 2007

Ann Marie Langfitt

Ann Marie Langfitt, the daughter of Robert and Mary (Murphy) Wogstad was born May 8, 1971, in Mason City, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Mason City and Manly, Iowa. Ann graduated from Mason City High School. Following graduation, Ann worked at various jobs in the Mason City area. …

May 8, 1971 - April 14, 2007

Merle James Campbell

Merle J. Campbell, the son of Ren and Darlene Campbell, was born on November 23, 1945 in Hartley, Iowa. After growing up in Royal, Merle served in the military. When he returned home, he attended college to become a teacher. He later moved to Phoenix, Arizona and taught 27 years in the…

November 23, 1945 - April 14, 2007

Dale Morris Belken

Dale Morris Belken was born to Charles Dewey Belken and Geneva Merinda Woods on March 18, 1940 in Spirit Lake, Iowa. He lived in that area until moving to Spencer in 1961. In 1961, he married Eula Marie Utley on April 7, 1961. They lived in Spirit Lake, Iowa for three months where he…

March 18, 1940 - April 12, 2007

Catherine Roberta Bradford

Catherine Roberta Bradford, the daughter of Charles and Anna (Pitzer) Anderson was born April 3, 1920 in Spencer, Iowa. She was a longtime resident of Spencer, also living in Newton, Iowa and Rhinelander, Wisconsin. Catherine married Lewis Alfred Bradford on October 25, 1962 in Albert…

April 3, 1920 - April 11, 2007

Allen Harry Ott

Allen Harry Ott, son of Harry and Lulu Scharnberg Ott, was born July 8, 1913 in Everly, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Everly. Allen married Arleen Schroeder on April 3, 1937 in Davenport, Iowa. They lived in Davenport, where he worked at the Rock Island Arsenal as a tool and…

July 8, 1913 - April 10, 2007

Mable Isabelle Larson

Mable Isabelle Larson, the daughter of Charlie and Susie Ritter Ganger, was born March 6, 1919 in Lake View, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Peterson, Iowa, where she received her education at Peterson High School. Following high school, she received her nurses training in Kansas…

March 6, 1919 - April 5, 2007

Marlene Joyce Taylor

Marlene Joyce Taylor, the daughter of LuVerne and Florence (Cooklin) Erickson, was born on September 19, 1934, in Webb, Iowa. She received her early education and graduated from Gillett Grove High School in 1953. On January 15, 1971, Marlene married Ralph Taylor in Jackson, MN.…

September 19, 1934 - March 31, 2007

Kenneth Victor Chamberlain

Kenneth Victor Chamberlain, the son of Ralph and Alice Runion Chamberlain was born April 7, 1907 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent on a farm north of Spencer, where he received his education in country schools and later graduated from Spencer High School. Ken married Cecelia…

April 7, 1907 - March 27, 2007

Colleen Collette Lage

Colleen Collette Lage, the daughter of William R. and Opal A. Eisenmann Collins, was born February 9, 1929, in Dysart, Iowa. She received her early education and graduated from the Arnolds Park High School in Arnolds Park, Iowa. Colleen married Robert Keith Lage on June 1, 1947, in…

February 9, 1929 - March 27, 2007

Mabel Pauline Rose

Mabel Pauline Rose, the daughter of Harry and Clara (Bruhn) Prince, was born on April 11, 1911, on a farm in Poweshiek County near Grinnell, Iowa. Her family moved to Pipestone, MN when she was 5, where she received her early education and graduated from High School. Following graduation, she…

April 11, 1911 - March 26, 2007

Rodney John Haburn

Rodney John Haburn, the son of Mervin "John" and Betty Ann Hanson Haburn, was born August 6, 1952, in Cherokee, Iowa. He received his early education in Washta schools. His family moved to Spencer, Iowa, in 1961, where he continued his education, graduating from Spencer High School. Rodney…

August 6, 1952 - March 26, 2007

George L. Mallory

George L. Mallory, the son of Robert Holloway Mallory and Elizabeth Heafer Mallory, was born Aug. 14, 1919, in Henderson, Ky. His childhood years were spent in the Henderson area, where he received his early education. He graduated from Weaverton High School in Henderson in 1937. In 1943 he…

August 14, 1919 - March 20, 2007

Ruth Elizabeth Kaus

Ruth Elizabeth Kaus, the daughter of Elmer and Carrie Kessler Nitzsche, was born April 5, 1918 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Langdon area, where she received her early education at Lake Center School and later graduated from Lake Center High School in 1936. Ruth…

April 5, 1918 - March 15, 2007

Ronald Gene Steuben

Ronald Gene Steuben, the son of Peter and Elfie Schoelerman Steuben, was born June 2, 1931 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Everly, Iowa, where he received his education, graduating from Everly High School in 1949. Following high school, he began his farming career. …

June 2, 1931 - March 14, 2007

Ella M. Nielsen

Ella Marjoria Nielsen, the daughter of Arthur Tillson and Valda Kristofferson Guthrie, was born September 4, 1918 in Milford, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Milford, Iowa, where she received her education in Milford schools. Ella married Donovan Irving Nielsen on October 2,…

September 4, 1918 - March 13, 2007

William Price

William Dale Price, the son of William and Vera Falline Price, was born on October 19, 1930, in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer where he received his early education. On November 18, 1950, William entered the military, serving in the United States Navy. After serving…

October 19, 1930 - March 13, 2007

Kathryn Bauman

Kathryn Rosalyn Bauman, the daughter of Thixton and Maude (Ferris) Miller, was born January 14, 1924 in Clay County, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent on a farm north of Royal. She attended and graduated from the Everly Consolidated School. Kathryn married Warren Frank Bauman on…

January 14, 1924 - March 12, 2007

Robert Martin Kunert

Robert Martin Kunert, the son of Edward Herman and Marie McNalley Kunert, was born April 28, 1937 in Emmetsburg, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Emmetsburg, where he received his education at St. Ellen's Catholic School, moving to Spencer, Iowa in 1943, where he attended Sacred Heart…

April 28, 1937 - March 11, 2007

Virginia Davis Coughenour

Virginia Davis Coughenour, the daughter of Edward and Elsie Lake Davis, was born February 13, 1919 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer where she received her early education and graduated from the Spencer High School. Following high school, Virginia continued her…

February 13, 1919 - March 11, 2007

Viola Sassman-Goodwin

Viola Sassman Goodwin, the daughter of Carl and Ermal Moses Reusch, was born September 7, 1921 on a farm near Paulina, Iowa. Viola married Robert George Sassman on June 27, 1940. They had three children. In 1955, Robert's life was taken in an explosion of a fuel line. On May 6,…

September 7, 1921 - March 9, 2007

Betty Williamson

Betty Ann Williamson, the daughter of Frank Oscar and Henrietta J. Petersen Rinehart, was born February 4, 1924 in Worthington, MN. Her childhood years were spent in South Dakota and later Everly, IA, where she received her education, graduating from Everly High School. Following high…

February 4, 1924 - March 8, 2007

Raymond Farquhar

Raymond Leroy Farquhar, the son of James and Eva (McElwain) Farquhar, was born July 18, 1916, on the family farm in rural Sutherland, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Sutherland where he attended country schools and graduated from Sutherland High School in 1934. Following…

July 18, 1916 - March 8, 2007

Wanda Woodall

Wanda Lee Woodall, the daughter of Andrew H. and Minnie (Bunjer) Snow was born May 6, 1928, at Lake Park, Iowa. They told her she weighed less than 4 pounds and they kept her warm in a shoe box by or on the oven door. She attended school in Lake Park, Iowa, where she graduated in 1945. In…

May 6, 1928 - March 7, 2007

Patricia Rose Johansen

Patricia Rose (Beemer) Johansen was born June 17, 1934, in Hampton, IA. She passed away at her home on March 6, 2007, in Spencer, IA. She was preceded in death by her parents, Leslie and Vera Beemer of Hampton, IA; sister, Jean Webb of Escondido, CA; brother, Rex Beemer of St. Paul, MN, and her…

June 17, 1934 - March 7, 2007

Saundra Faye Newcomb

Our wife and mother, Saundra Faye Rogers Newcomb, was the daughter of Earl and Francis Stowe Rogers. She was born June 26, 1938 in Worthington, Minnesota. Her childhood years were spent with her mother and sister in Denison and Spencer, Iowa. She graduated from Spencer High School in 1956.…

June 26, 1938 - March 6, 2007

Charles Henry Thurston

Charles "Chick" Henry Thurston, the son of Charles E. and Neenah Thurston, was born August 18, 1919 in Spencer, Iowa. He received his education and graduated from Spencer High School and later joined the Coast Guard. On August 11, 1946, Charles married Ruth (Fraser) at the First…

August 18, 1919 - March 5, 2007

Ida Augusta Jungjohan

Ida Augusta Jungjohan, the daughter of Henry and Ella Jones Hass, was born July 28, 1912 in Sutherland, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Sutherland, where she received her education in a country school. Ida married Clarence Henry Jungjohan on December 10, 1930 in Sutherland,…

July 28, 1912 - March 2, 2007

Betty Louise Schoning

Betty Louise Schoning, the daughter of Roy Gloyd and Luella Abbie Lanphear Gillispie, was born January 10, 1928 in Lake Township, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Spencer High School. Betty married Virgil F. Schoning…

January 10, 1928 - February 26, 2007

Mildred Kathleen Reineke-Schutt

Mildred Kathleen Reineke-Schutt, the daughter of John Henry and Elsie Spieker Kroll, was born October 25, 1915 in Ida County, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Cushing, Iowa, where she received her education in a country school. Mildred married Lester Reineke on August 15, 1934 in…

October 25, 1915 - February 24, 2007

Wanda Elaine Plagman

Wanda Elaine Plagman, the daughter of David and Kate Ginger, was born March 6, 1932 in Gaza, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in rural Everly, where she received her education. Wanda married Willard Plagman on November 30, 1948 in Peterson, IA. Following their marriage they…

March 6, 1932 - February 22, 2007

John Wilbur

John Lee Wilbur, son of Norman and Mary (O'Neill) Wilbur was born on August 30, 1939, in Ponca, Nebraska. His childhood years were spent in Newcastle, Nebraska and Spencer, Iowa where he attended grade school and high school. In May of 1970, John received a brick laying certification in Fort…

August 30, 1939 - February 19, 2007

Hazel Naomi Jones

Hazel Naomi Jones, the daughter of Elmer and Florence Edna Bushey DuBois, was born September 29, 1915 in the Harmony neighborhood at Spencer, IA. She attended Harmony school and church and graduated from Greenville High School. She married Floyd Eldon "Chub" Jones and made their home in…

September 29, 1915 - February 16, 2007

Robert Meyn

Robert Meyn, the son of Emil and Minnie (Heidt) Meyn was born July 13, 1927, in Manhatten, New York. His childhood years were spent in Ridgewood and Queens, NY, where he attended grade school and high school. On February 2, 1954, Robert was united in marriage to Catherine McDonnell in…

July 13, 1927 - February 13, 2007

Gary Keith Zahrt

Gary Keith Zahrt, the son of Fred and Rachel Roberts Zahrt, was born on May 22, 1938 in Rossie, IA. He received his education in Rossie graduating from Greenville-Rossie High School in 1955. He then attended Buena Vista College in Storm Lake, IA. Gary entered into the military on…

May 22, 1938 - February 13, 2007

Rachel Adelaide Forbes

Rachel Adelaide Forbes, the daughter of Nels P. and Annie C. Nelson Sorenson, was born June 24, 1910 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Meadow Township near Spencer, where she received her early education in country schools and later graduated from Spencer High School. She later…

June 24, 1910 - February 9, 2007

Chester Austin Russell

Chester Austin Russell, the son of Charles and Pearl Aleshire Russell, was born November 15, 1914 in Toledo, Illinois. His childhood years were spent in Toledo, where he received his education, graduating from Toledo High School in 1934. Chester married Hazel Nell Boswell on May 4,…

November 15, 1914 - February 5, 2007

Richard Warren Heddinger

Richard Warren Heddinger, the son of Warren and Leona (Cunningham) Heddinger, was born April 2, 1936, in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer where he received his education at Sacred Heart Catholic and Spencer Public Schools. Following high school, Richard attended one…

April 2, 1936 - February 5, 2007

Helen Betty Curtis

Helen Betty Hunt, the daughter of Albert Herman and Anna Augusta Klatt Hunt, was born November 25, 1923, in Mason City, Iowa. She received her early education and graduated from the Mason City High School in 1941. She received her nurse's training at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Sioux City,…

November 25, 1923 - February 4, 2007

Clara E. Mattson

Clara Elaine (Hallett) Mattson, the daughter of Will and Lizzie Robertson was born on January 21, 1919, in Wallace, NE. Clara grew up on a farm north of Grainton, NE. She attended country school and High School in Grainton, NE. Clara was married to Robert Hallett on May 14, 1935. They…

January 21, 1919 - February 2, 2007

Vernon Lee Harmon

Vernon Lee Harmon, the son of Lee and Ida Smith Harmon, was born June 9, 1917 in Rolfe, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Rolfe, where he received his education, graduating from Rolfe High School. Later, he attended one year of college at Wartburg College in Waverly, IA. Following…

June 9, 1917 - February 2, 2007

Arlo Otis Gritten

Arlo Otis Gritten, son of Otis Calvin and Cora Josephine (Snyder) Gritten was born on a farm near Greenville, IA on March 3, 1921. He attended school in Gillett Grove. Arlo married Lois Evelyn King on May 25, 1942 in Platte City, MO. They farmed in Greenville from 1942 to 1955, then…

March 3, 1921 - January 29, 2007

Joyce Elizabeth Mills

Joyce Elizabeth Mills, the daughter of Nels Richard and Julia Evelyn Anderson Holmberg, was born April 10, 1934 in Dickens, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Gillett Grove and Royal areas where she received her early education. Joyce married Oliver Ball on June 28, 1952, in…

April 10, 1934 - January 27, 2007

Daryl 'Bud' Alfred Feaster

Daryl 'Bud' Alfred Feaster, son of Albert and Maye (Brown) Feaster, was born March 22, 1922, in Rolfe, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Rolfe where he received his early education. The family then moved to Arnolds Park, Iowa, where he helped his dad operate the Dreamland Roller Rink.…

March 22, 1922 - January 26, 2007

Dwight 'Dick' Richard Barnard

Dwight "Dick" Richard Barnard, the son of Charles D. and Helen (Kunath) Barnard, was born December 11, 1927, in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent on the family farm east of Gillett Grove. Dick was confirmed at St. Stephens Episcopal Church. He graduated from Gillett Grove High…

December 11, 1927 - January 23, 2007

Carol Bailey

Carol Jeannette Bailey, the daughter of Edward L. and Alice E. Dunn Ware, was born on August 14, 1926, in Cherokee County, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Peterson, Iowa, where she received her education and was graduated from Peterson High School in 1944. She then attended Buena…

August 14, 1926 - January 22, 2007

Oscar John Adams

Oscar John Adams, the son of Arthur and Maloney Schroeder Adams, was born September 2, 1926 in Sutherland, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Sutherland, where he received his education, graduating from Sutherland High School. Following his schooling, he entered the military and served…

September 2, 1926 - January 21, 2007

Lori L. Nielsen

Lori Lynn was born July 1, 1971 at Iowa City hospitals. She came to live with the Nielsen's in 1982. She completed her elementary grades at Spirit Lake, moving on to Spencer Jr. High and High School through her junior year. During this time she played starting forward for the Okoboji Jr. High…

July 1, 1971 - January 18, 2007

Robert Wayne Peterson

Robert W. (Bob) Peterson was born April 20, 1927 in Algona, Iowa to Herbert and Minnie Bowers Peterson. He was raised in the Minneapolis, Minnesota and Algona, Iowa areas. In 1944, Robert enlisted in the United States Navy, serving in the Pacific Theater as a Machinist Mate until 1946. …

April 20, 1927 - January 14, 2007

Opal Lucille Sanderson

Opal Lucille Sanderson, the daughter of Elmer and Mabel Anderson Floren, was born September 12, 1908 in Centerville, SD. When she was a child the family moved to the Webb, Marathon area. She received her education in this area. On May 25, 1925, Opal and Lloyd Sanderson were united in…

September 12, 1908 - January 13, 2007

E. Bibiana Schallau

E. Bibiana Schallau, the daughter of Henry and Rosa Brecht Schallau, was born on July 19, 1908 in Sutherland, Iowa. She received her early education and graduated from Calumet High School and from University of Iowa School of Nursing. After Graduation, she worked at University of Iowa…

July 19, 1908 - January 12, 2007

Don Momsen

Don Dean Momsen, the son of Chris and Lucille (Swanson) Momsen was born March 22, 1936, in Lake View, Iowa. He graduated from Lake View High School in 1954. On April 14, 1957, Don was united in marriage to Eileen Fisher in Lake View. Following their marriage, Don served in the United States…

March 22, 1936 - January 11, 2007

David William Dykstra

of Rockford, Illinois formerly of Everly, Iowa. Dr. David William Dykstra, son of Lester and Barbara Dykstra of Everly, Iowa was born March 30, 1953 in Spencer, IA and died January 11, 2007 in Rockford, Illinois. He was baptized and confirmed at St. John's Lutheran Church in May City, Iowa…

March 30, 1953 - January 11, 2007

Charles Shewmaker

Charles Clifford Shewmaker, the son of Edd and Rosa (Brake) Shewmaker, was born on March 11, 1913, in Newton, IA. His early years were spent in Webb, IA, where he received his early education and graduated from Webb High School. Charles married Marjorie Schwarck on September 26, 1943 in…

March 11, 1913 - January 10, 2007

June Cleon Johann

June Cleon Johann, the daughter of A.W. and Mae Belle Kellum Stahly, was born June 6, 1917 in Hartley, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Hartley, where she received her education, graduating from Hartley High School in 1934. Following her schooling, she worked in Hartley. June…

June 6, 1917 - January 10, 2007

Paul William Grothe

Paul William Grothe, the son of Joe and Rose Hettenbach Grothe, was born July 2, 1939 in Creighton, Nebraska. His early childhood years were spent in Creighton and at age 9, his family moved to Forest City, Iowa, where he continued his education, graduating from Forest City High…

July 2, 1939 - January 8, 2007

Gloria Jean Nielsen

Gloria Jean Nielsen, the daughter of Henry Ellis and Clara (Larson) Breneman, was born on November 14, 1927, in Sherburn, MN. She received her early education in Trimont and graduated from High School in Sherburn. Following high school, she attended Gustavus Aldolphus College for one year. …

November 14, 1927 - January 8, 2007

Ofelia A. Sennert

Ofelia A. Sandajan Sennert, the daughter of Tismome and Teefista Arceo Sandajan, was born October 16, 1957 in Taney Rizal, Phillipines. Her childhood years were spent in the Phillipines. Ofelia married James Sennert on July 20, 1985 in Taney Rizal, Phillipines. Following their…

October 16, 1957 - January 8, 2007

December 31, 2006 - January 8, 2007

Maynard Lee Ott

Maynard Lee Ott, the son of Emmert and Anna Nath Ott, was born November 7, 1938 in Everly, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Everly, where he attended country school and later graduated from Everly High School. Following his schooling, he entered the military and served with the U.S.…

November 7, 1938 - January 6, 2007

Violet Johanna Wittfoth

Violet Johanna Wittfoth was born to Jack & Johanna Behrends on August 28, 1928 in Spencer, Iowa. She was raised and completed her schooling in Everly, Iowa. On July 2, 1950, she married Louis John Wittfoth in Pipestone, MN. They had two children: a daughter, Jolene and a son, John. …

August 24, 1928 - January 5, 2007

Jeannette C. Gordon

Jeanette C. Gordon, the daughter of E. L and Amy Hopkins Coffman, was born June 26, 1917 in Laurens, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Laurens, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating in 1935. Following her graduation from high school, she attended and graduated from Buena…

June 26, 1917 - January 3, 2007

Helen M. Mills

Helen Mildred Mills, the daughter of Russell and Hannah Siefken Adams, was born October 1, 1914 in Clay County, Rossie, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Rossie, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating in 1932. Following her schooling, she lived on a farm near Rossie and…

October 1, 1914 - January 2, 2007

Thurma E. Farris

Thurma Esther Farris, the daughter of Ben and Anna Jochims Decker, was born December 18, 1918 in Pocahontas County, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Linn Grove, where she received her education. Thurma married Leon Larson in 1936. Following their marriage,…

December 18, 1918 - January 2, 2007

Cora Jane Lockey

Cora Jane Lockey, the daughter of Sylvester and Alta Diggs Handy, was born July 4, 1912 in Winterset, Iowa. Cora was raised in Winterset where she received her early education. On July 3, 1929, Cora married Orlo Ray Lockey in Spencer, Iowa. Following their marriage, they made their home in…

July 4, 1912 - December 30, 2006

Marcia Britt Haffner

Marcia Britt Haffner, the daughter of Ralph Cary and Lois Emily Britt Kiblinger, was born March 4, 1937 in Muncie, Indiana. Her childhood years were spent in Muncie, where she received her education, graduating from Muncie Central High School. Marcia married Bobby Gene Haffner on…

March 4, 1937 - December 29, 2006

Virginia Mae Church

Virginia Mae Hackler Tomford Church, the daughter of Cebert and Nellie (Chase) Hackler was born August 12, 1928, in Storm Lake, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Storm Lake where she graduated from Storm Lake High School. Following graduation she attended one year at Buena…

August 12, 1928 - December 29, 2006

Cecelia Stukey

Celia Stukey, 92, of Spencer died Wednesday, December 27, 2006, at Hospice of North Iowa in Mason City, Iowa. Celia, the daughter of Carl and Mary Kropf Zimmerman, was born October 17, 1914, in Crofton, Nebraska. She moved to Spencer in 1939 and married Frank Stukey on October 18, 1940. With…

October 17, 1914 - December 27, 2006

Kenneth Lee Walker

Kenneth Lee Walker, the son of Ivan "Bud" and Hazel Knutson Walker, was born March 29, 1939 in Emmetsburg, IA. His childhood years were spent in Emmetsburg, where he received his education in Emmetsburg schools. Most of his adult life was spent in Spencer, where he worked at Aalf's…

March 29, 1939 - December 27, 2006

September 23, 1962 - December 27, 2006

Clara Marie Christensen

Clara Marie Christensen, the daughter of Andrew Peter and Dagmar Larson Nelson was born August 29, 1912, in Spencer, Iowa. She spent her childhood in Spencer graduating from Spencer High School. Clara attended the University of Commerce in Des Moines graduating in 1932. On February 18, 1933, she…

August 29, 1912 - December 24, 2006

E. Louise Gowen

E. Louise Gowen, the daughter of Allison G. and Laura M. Stover Pinney, was born May 7, 1911 in Iowa City, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Webb, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Webb High School. Following her schooling, she worked for Spencer Dry Cleaners. Louise…

May 7, 1911 - December 24, 2006

Dorothea (Babe) Reinke

Dorothea Y. "Babe" Reinke, the daughter of Ubbo and Grace Pulliam Albertson, was born May 2, 1915 in Carroll, Iowa. When she was nine, her parents moved to Manning, Iowa, where her father was engine dispatcher on the Great Western Railroad. At 16, she moved to Hartley, Iowa, where she graduated…

May 2, 1915 - December 24, 2006

Jeffrey Mark Franker

Jeffrey Mark Franker, the son of Earl William and Cecelia A. Klinker Franker, was born November 15, 1955 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Royal, Iowa, where he received his education, graduating from Clay Central High School in 1974. Jeff married Lonelle Fonley on November 26,…

November 15, 1955 - December 23, 2006

Genevieve LaVaughn Mori

Genevieve LeVaughn Mori, daughter of Joe and Emmaline (Olsen) Thomas, was born April 27, 1909, in Alta, Iowa. She moved to Webb, Iowa, as an infant where she spent her childhood attending the Webb school, graduating in 1927. She married Gaye Woodford in 1929, and to this union three children were…

April 27, 1909 - December 22, 2006

Velma Jean Pullen

Velma Jean Pullen, the daughter of Lawrence and Hattie McCoy Warren, was born January 22, 1925 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer, where she received her early education in country schools and later graduated from Spencer High School. Velma married Bruce Pullen on June 23,…

January 22, 1925 - December 21, 2006

Mary Louise Sunday

Mary Louise Sunday, the daughter of Harry E. and Frances Mary Martinek Harford, was born July 7, 1930 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Cedar Rapids, where she received her education, graduating from Cedar Rapids High School. Mary married Harold Mervin Sunday on July 17,…

July 7, 1930 - December 15, 2006

Thomas Joseph Burdorf

Thomas Joseph Burdorf, the son of Wesley and Leona (Kirsh) Burdorf was born March 14, 1960, in Estherville, Iowa. In 1966 at the age of six, Thomas moved with his brother Charlie to the Woodward State School in Woodward, Iowa. In 1991, Tom moved to Village Northwest Unlimited in Sheldon, Iowa. He…

March 14, 1960 - December 15, 2006

Cheryl Lynn Walton

Cheryl Lynn Walton, the daughter of Robert and Frances Samuelson Bonar, was born November 21, 1946, in Dunlap, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Carter Oak, Spencer and Council Bluffs communities. She graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in Council Bluffs in 1965. On March 20,…

November 21, 1946 - December 13, 2006

Marcus Zachary VanAmpting

Marcus Zachary VanAmpting, the son of Robert and Valorie Anderson VanAmpting, was born July 20, 1983 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer, where he received his education at Spencer High School. He was baptized and confirmed at Bethany Lutheran Church in Spencer. Marc's life…

July 20, 1983 - December 12, 2006

David Allen Maske

Everyone is invited to attend a Memorial Lunch at noon Saturday at the Clay County Regional Events Center in Spencer. Please enter through the north door of the building. David Allan Maske, the son of Robert and Dorothy Rusho Maske, was born March 23, 1945 in Seattle, WA. His childhood years were…

March 23, 1945 - December 11, 2006

Donald Wesley Rossiter

Donald Rossiter, 81, of Spencer, Iowa died on December 11, 2006 as the result of a car accident. Services are Friday, December 22 at the Grace United Methodist Church in Spencer at 10:30 a.m. Visitation is on Thursday, December 21 at Warner Funeral Home in Spencer from 5-8 p.m. Burial with military…

March 23, 1925 - December 11, 2006

Marjorie Northnagel

Marjorie F. (Toni) Northnagel, the daughter of Anthony and Marguerite (Doyle) Rubes, was born on March 9, 1922 in Spencer, Iowa. She received her early education in Spencer and graduated from Spencer High School in 1939. While in high school, she was active in the band, music groups and a member of…

March 9, 1922 - December 8, 2006

Terry Elwyn Letcher

Terry Elwyn Letcher, the son of Elwyn (Bud) and Dorothy Rohlin Letcher, was born in Buffalo Center, Iowa on March 1, 1949. He received his early education there and graduated from Buffalo Center High School in 1967. Terry loved the sport of football, and in 1966, he became the first Buffalo Center…

March 1, 1949 - December 6, 2006

Beatrice "Bea" Eldora Johnson

Beatrice "Bea" Eldora Johnson, was born March 24, 1921 the oldest daughter of William and Minnie Bowes Reeverts, who made their home in rural Dickens, Iowa. Bea grew up in Dickens on the farm. She attended the elementary school in Logan County. Bea attended high school through 10th grade at Lake…

March 24, 1921 - December 3, 2006

Harold Edward Steffen

Harold Edward Steffen, the son of Henry and Anna (Klatt) Steffen, was born on May 18, 1911 on a farm north of Linn Grove, IA. Harold was the first to be baptized at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Royal. He received his early education attending country schools in the area. On January 24, 1934,…

May 8, 1911 - November 27, 2006

Service of Remembrance

Approximately 150 people attended our Service of Remembrance Program held Monday, November 27, 2006 at the First Congregational Church in Spencer. We would like to thank all those for their attendance and also would like to thank those who participated in the service including: Hospice of…

November 27, 2006 - November 27, 2006

Joel Maurice Sorenson

Joel Maurice Sorenson, the son of Harold and Agnes Fingerson Sorenson, was born January 5, 1936 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in rural Spencer, where he received his education in country schools and later graduated from Spencer High School in 1954. Following his schooling, he…

January 5, 1926 - November 24, 2006

Richard Horswell Hansen

Richard Horswell Hansen, the son of Henry Hans and Floy (Horswell) Hansen, was born on April 8, 1914, in Estherville, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Estherville, where he received his early education and graduated from Estherville High School. Richard started working as a farm hand and…

April 8, 1914 - November 24, 2006

Margaret June Calvert Miner

Margaret June Calvert Miner was born on June 21, 1925. Kally and Grace Amick Calvert were the proud parents. Margaret was born on a farm north of Dickens, IA. She attended country school in Freeman Township-Barkiw #2 through the eighth grade. She graduated from Dickens High School in 1941.…

June 21, 1925 - November 24, 2006

Ruth Helen Church

Ruth Helen Church, the daughter of John and Dagmar Christenson Anundson, was born April 10, 1921 in Volga, South Dakota. Her childhood years were spent in Volga where she received her early education and graduated from high school. On March 13, 1940, Ruth married Harvey S. Church. …

April 10, 1921 - November 17, 2006

Vernon Martin Hinkeldey

Vernon Martin Hinkeldey, the son of Albert and Lillie Grieme Hinkeldey, was born in Alta, Iowa, on February 20, 1936. He was baptized and confirmed at St. John's Lutheran Church, Hanover, Iowa. He received his early education at Hanover Parochial School and then graduated from Alta High School in…

February 20, 1936 - November 17, 2006

Clayton James Rusk

Clayton James Rusk, the son of Homer John and Vira Dell King Rusk, was born May 2, 1922, on the family farm near Dickens, Iowa. His childhood years were spent near Dickens, where he attended Springdale Country School and graduated from Dickens High School. Clayton married Lucille Harriet…

May 2, 1922 - November 14, 2006

Russell Haynes Haaland

Russell (R.H.) Haynes Haaland, the son of T.J. and Florence (Collins) Haaland, Sr., was born June 7, 1924 on a farm south of Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Rossie area, where he attended Rossie School, graduating as valedictorian of his class from Rossie High School in 1941. …

June 7, 1924 - November 10, 2006

Pearl Lillian Wilcox

Pearl Lillian Wilcox, the daughter of Mettinus and Katrinia Mueller Bendixen, was born August 21, 1914 in Emmet County, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Terril, Iowa area, where she received her education, graduating from Terril High School in 1931. Pearl married Clayton Wilcox…

August 21, 1914 - November 9, 2006

Alice Marie Hanson

Alice Marie Hanson, the daughter of Rudolph and Anna Torkelson Lempke, was born June 25, 1918 in Fort Dodge, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Ringsted, where she received her education, graduating from Ringsted High School. Alice married Ordeen Hanson on December 7, 1947 in…

June 25, 1918 - November 9, 2006

Donald Lester Koenen

Donald Lester Koenen, son of P.J. and Lena (Franken) Koenen, was born December 30, 1918, on a farm near Schaller, IA. He attended country school and graduated from Hayes Consolidated School in 1936. He enjoyed all sports, played tuba in the school band, and took piano lessons. After…

December 30, 1918 - November 4, 2006

Constance Elizabeth Binder

Constance Elizabeth Binder, the daughter of Charles Leo and Hilda Luella Shaw Hall, was born March 5, 1924 in Goldfield, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Meservey, Iowa, where she received her education in rural schools and later graduated from Meservey High School. Following her schooling,…

March 5, 1924 - November 2, 2006

Jim McMichael

Donna Gene (Traughber) McMichael was born September 20, 1946 in Spencer to S. Harold and Fern E. (Banning) Traughber. She was educated in the Spencer Community School system, graduating from Spencer High School in 1965. After high school, she attended and graduated from Larson's Beauty School in…

August 19, 1939 - October 29, 2006

Donna Gene McMichael

Donna Gene (Traughber) McMichael was born September 20, 1946 in Spencer to S. Harold and Fern E. (Banning) Traughber. She was educated in the Spencer Community School system, graduating from Spencer High School in 1965. After high school, she attended and graduated from Larson's Beauty School in…

September 20, 1946 - October 29, 2006

Sydney Ruth Ann Vermeer

Sydney Ruth Ann VerMeer, the daughter of Sidney & Gleva Hammer, was born February 24, 1945 in Sioux Falls, SD. Her early years were spent in Hills, MN, and after moving to Hawaii at the age of five, where she attended Kindergarten, her family returned to Hills, MN, where she continued her…

February 24, 1945 - October 26, 2006

Angela Marie Drake

Angela Marie Drake, the daughter of Harold and Audrey Clasing Drake, was born March 5, 1963 in Iowa City, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer, Iowa, where she received her education at Spencer Elementary, Middle and Spencer High School, graduating in 1980. She completed her education at…

March 5, 1963 - October 24, 2006

Velma Lorena Osborn

Velma Lorena Brott Osborn, the daughter of Roger Dale and Edith Mary Clark Brott, was born October 31, 1921 in Spirit Lake, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the rural Ruthven area, where she received her education in country schools and later graduating with honors from Ruthven High School…

October 31, 1921 - October 23, 2006

Kendall Webb Keir

Kendall W. Keir, the son of Robert and Lana Peeso Keir, was born March 25, 1942 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer. He received his education at the Missouri Military Academy in Mexico, Missouri from 1954-1958. He later continued his education at Oakdale Christian High…

March 25, 1942 - October 22, 2006

Donald Duane Bendlin

Donald Duane Bendlin, the son of Wilhelm and Anna Pohl Bendlin, was born December 4, 1924 in Langdon, Iowa. Don received his early education in Spencer. Following his schooling, Don enlisted in the Army where he served for two years until his honorable discharge. On September 14, 1974, Don married…

December 4, 1924 - October 22, 2006

Katie Loraine Reinfeld

Katie Loraine Rienfeld, the daughter of Roy and Helen Horton, was born May 20, 1947 in Mansfield, Ohio. Her childhood years were spent in southern Florida and her teen years were spent in LaPuenta, California, where she received her education. Following her schooling, she lived in Long Beach,…

May 20, 1947 - October 19, 2006

Daniel Roy Monthei

Daniel Roy (Mac Donald) Monthei was born in Crossfield, Alberta, Canada on August 19, 1935. Dan was orphaned in 1941 and in 1946 he was adopted by Don and Alpharetta Monthei of Jefferson, Iowa. He grew up in Jefferson and it was there he met his wife, Marian (Scheuermann) Monthei and they were wed…

August 19, 1935 - October 18, 2006

Joanne Deen Patrick

Joanne Deen was born September 19, 1931 in Payette, Idaho to Melvin Morgan Deen and Lora Maranda (Alden) Deen. They later welcomed her brother, Pat and sister, Bonnie into the family. Joanne attended Payette Community School and graduated in 1949. She went on to school to become a nurse and…

September 19, 1931 - October 16, 2006

Mike Lee Syndergaard

Michael Lee Syndergaard, the son of Robert E. and Bernice L. (Streufert) Syndergaard, was born September 12, 1957, in Cherokee, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Sutherland community where he received his education, graduating from Sutherland High School in 1975. Mike continued his…

September 12, 1957 - October 13, 2006

Steven Ray Quist

Steven Ray Quist, the son of Robert Quist, Sr. and Marge Faulkner Quist, was born October 9, 1957, in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer where he received his education in Spencer schools. Steve entered the military and served with the U.S. Navy until his honorable…

October 9, 1957 - October 10, 2006

Darlene Netsch

Darlene Netsch, the daughter of Albert and Mildred (Damery) Netsch was born March 4, 1924, in rural Harrison County near Woodbine, Iowa. It was there she received her early education, graduating from Woodbine High School. She received her B.A. degree from Buena Vista College in Storm Lake, Iowa.…

March 4, 1924 - October 8, 2006

Wava Mae Johnson

Wava Mae Johnson, the daughter of Ervin and Viola Nord Johnson, was born February 13, 1921, in Linn Grove, Iowa. She received her early education and graduated from the Linn Grove High School. Wava then attended A.I.B. College in Des Moines, Iowa. After her schooling, Wava lived in Storm Lake, Iowa…

February 13, 1921 - October 5, 2006

Gladys Nettie Childers

Gladys Nettie Childers, the daughter of Ole and Nettie Oleson Quee, was born January 20, 1918 on a farm in Okoboji Township, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Okoboji, where she received her education in Okoboji Consolidated Schools. Gladys married Raymond H. Childers on September 16, 1938…

January 20, 1918 - October 5, 2006

Maurice "Pee Wee" Gustin

Maurice "Pee Wee" Gustin, the son of Ernest Guy and Blanche Ella King Gustin, was born April 1, 1916, in Spencer, Iowa. He lived in Gillett Grove area until 8 years old and moved to Dickens where he graduated from High School. On October 6, 1934, Pee Wee married Alma "Maxine" Beams in Ponca, NE.…

April 1, 1916 - October 4, 2006

Wallace Hubert Jones

Wallace Hubert Jones, the son of James Floyd and Bessie (McDanel) Jones, was born on August 26, 1917 in Moneta, Iowa. His family moved to Dickens, Iowa, when he was four years old and he received his education in Dickens, graduating from Dickens High School in 1935. Following high school, he…

August 26, 1917 - October 3, 2006

Rudolph Wayne Beck

Rudolph Wayne Beck, the son of A. Nat and Mattie Marie Hagedorn Beck, was born September 27, 1921, in Royal, Iowa. He was baptized and confirmed at the Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Royal. His childhood years were spent in the Royal area on the family farm. He graduated from the Rossie High School.…

September 27, 1921 - October 3, 2006

Dwayne Arloe Ness

Dwayne Arloe Ness was born May 29,1924 in Pocahontas County. Dwayne was the oldest son of Ingvald and Alma Forsberg Ness. He graduated from Linn Grove High School in 1942 and attended the University of Iowa and Indian Hills Community College. Dwayne was a World War II Veteran serving in the US…

May 24, 1924 - October 1, 2006

Lawrence "Larry" Cleo Firkins

Larry Firkins had a very full day. His life dawned on Nov. 3, 1915, on a farm near Rolfe, Iowa. Born Lawrence Cleo Firkins to father Artie and mother Anna, Larry was the fourth of five children. Like other boys raised in the lean and rugged world of early 20th Century family farming, Larry…

November 3, 1915 - October 1, 2006

Modesta Marceline Green

Modesta Marceline Green, the daughter of Peter and Anna Ohlinger Leinen, was born June 28, 1915 in Portsmouth, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Portsmouth, where she received her education, graduating from Portsmouth High School. Modesta married Claude Green on January 25, 1937 in Harlan,…

June 28, 1915 - September 26, 2006

Rose Evelyn Ryker

Rose Evelyn Ryker, the daughter of Hugh and Ethel Warren Galbraith, was born January 24, 1926 in Langdon, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer, where she received her education. Rose married LeRoy Ryker on September 9, 1944 in Spencer, Iowa. Following their marriage, they continued to…

January 24, 1926 - September 22, 2006

Nina Elizabeth Moding

Nina Elizabeth Moding, the daughter of Lee and Amy Draper Gilbert, was born May 16, 1907 in rural Cherokee, Iowa. She attended schools in Buena Vista and O'Brien counties, graduating from the Sutherland High School. She later attended Taylor University in Upland, Indiana for one year. She was…

May 16, 1907 - September 20, 2006

John Waldemar Knudsen

John Waldemar Knudsen was born January 24, 1938 in Spencer, IA to Maude Esther (Miller) and Johannes Waldemar (Knut) Knudsen. John attended school in Spencer, IA and graduated from Spencer High School in 1956, where he participated in drama productions, basketball, track, tennis, student council…

January 24, 1938 - September 18, 2006

Bernard Wesley Galbraith

Bernard Wesley Galbraith, the son of Wilbur and Elsabeth (Durst) Galbraith, was born the third of nine children November 27, 1913 on the family farm north of Dickens, Iowa. He attended Barlow Country School and graduated from Spencer High School in 1931. He continued to work on the family farm and…

November 27, 1913 - September 18, 2006

Elmer Johannes Koenck

Elmer Johannes Koenck, the son of Gustav and Olga Lage Koenck, was born April 26, 1923, in Arco, Minnesota. His childhood years were spent in Minnesota until 1931, when his family moved to Royal, Iowa. He attended High School in Hartley, Iowa and graduated in 1941. Elmer enlisted in the U.S. Army…

April 26, 1923 - September 17, 2006

Jill Denise Beving

Jill Denise Beving was born February 21, 1950, in Spencer, Iowa, to Dick and Beverly (Kohn) Beving who currently reside in Spencer, Iowa. She was born and raised on the family farm near Fostoria, which has been continuously in the family since 1908. She passed away in Pennsylvania at the age of…

February 21, 1950 - September 15, 2006

Marjorie Vyonne Pieratt

M. Vyonne Backstrom Pieratt, the daughter of William P. and Jessie Lenora Feldman Clark, was born March 12, 1916 in Palo Alto County, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Mallard, Iowa area, where she received her education in the Mallard school district. Vyonne married Milford Clarence…

March 12, 1916 - September 14, 2006

Mary Ann Adams

Mary Ann Adams, the daughter of Ambrose and Julia Daly Kirschbaum, was born June 25, 1941, in Emmetsburg, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Ayrshire, Iowa. She received her early education in a catholic school in Ayrshire and later attended and graduated from Ayrshire High School. Following…

June 25, 1941 - September 13, 2006

Martin Fred Meyer

Martin is survived by his wife, Geraldine Meyer of Bingham Lake, Minnesota; a daughter, Bernice Fife of Jackson, MN; 8 grandkids; 6 great grandchildren. He is also survived by 2 sisters and three brothers. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest and Viola Meyer and his son, Steven

June 23, 1929 - September 13, 2006

Allen Ray Tuttle

Allen Ray Tuttle, the son of Fred and Hazel (Wilson) Tuttle, was born April 6, 1925, south of Royal, Iowa. They moved to Spencer when Allen was two years old. He lived in Clay county most of his life. He worked as a welder in Portland, Oregon for one year during World War II. He returned to Spencer…

April 6, 1925 - September 11, 2006

Judy Ann Collins

Judy Ann Collins, daughter of Forest and Elaine (Mauch) Peters, was born January 28, 1943, in Danbury, IA. She received her early education in Danbury and then attended high school in Battle Creek, IA. She enjoyed playing basketball and softball and was part of the state softball championship team…

January 28, 1943 - September 5, 2006

Christopher Adam Kepler

The Honorable Christopher Adam Kepler, The only son of Donald Albert Kepler and Eleanor Wanda (Morisky), Born July 10, 1949, Spencer, Iowa. Died September 3, 2006, in Mexico City, D. F. Christopher Adam Kepler is survived by his cousins, Dick Long, of Milford, Iowa, and Sister Lois Morisky,…

July 10, 1949 - September 3, 2006

Robert Stuart Gibson

Robert (Bob) Gibson, son of William and Martha Gibson, was born August 28, 1924, in Milford, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Greenville area and graduated from Greenville School in 1941. Being a salutatorian of the class, he received a scholarship to AIB in Des Moines, Iowa. Being an…

August 28, 1924 - September 2, 2006

Orrin William Alger

Orrin William Alger, the son of William and Ethel Alger, was born May 22, 1923 near Gillett Grove, Iowa. His childhood years were spent on a farm in the Webb, Iowa area, where he received his education at Garfield Consolidated School and later graduated from Gillett Grove School in 1940. Orrin…

May 22, 1923 - September 2, 2006

Bernice Marie Rice

Bernice Marie Rice, the daughter of Carl and Margaret (Dunker) Holtz, was born on January 10, 1922, in Trimont, MN. Her childhood years were spent in that community, where she received her education and graduated from Trimont High School. On October 2, 1944, Bernice married Frank Albert Rice, Jr.…

January 10, 1922 - August 29, 2006

Shirley Anne Worsfold

Shirley Anne Worsfold, the daughter of Peter and Virginia Nienhaus Schmidt, was born February 6, 1938 in Moline, Illinois. She grew up on a farm near Marshalltown, Iowa, where she graduated from St. Mary's High School. She was united in marriage to Ronald L. Worsfold on June 23, 1956 in…

February 6, 1938 - August 29, 2006

Merlyn Louis Wegener

Merlyn Louis Wegener, the son of Robert John and Ottilia Baas Wegener, was born August 12, 1920 in Whittemore, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Whittemore, where he received his education at St. Paul Parochial School and later Concordia High School in St. Paul, MN, graduating in 1940. He…

August 12, 1920 - August 26, 2006

Dorothy Deloris Ferwerda

Dorothy's family would like to invite all in attendance to join them for cake and coffee in the Fellowship Hall at the First Congregational Church immediately following the services. Dorothy Deloris Ferwerda, the daughter of Emil and Julia Faye Payne Balvin, was born June 20, 1925 in…

June 20, 1925 - August 25, 2006

Phyllis Elaine Rupert

Phyllis Elaine Rupert, the daughter of Oren and Lena Waechter Hibbs, was born September 10, 1923 in Elwood, Nebraska. Her childhood years were spent in Elwood, where she received her education, graduating from Elwood High School. Phyllis married Allen Barnett Rupert on July 27, 1945 in Lexington,…

September 10, 1923 - August 24, 2006

James Dale Swanson

James Dale Swanson, the son of Leon & Lela Brinkley Swanson, was born December 23, 1930 at his home in Greenville, IA. His childhood years were spent on the family farm south of Spencer, where he received his education from the Greenville school. Following his schooling, he entered the military and…

December 23, 1930 - August 23, 2006

Ardis Alice Norma Buck

Ardie Alice Norma Buck, the daughter of Henry and Alma (Hummel) Volkert, was born February 3, 1923, in Cushing, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Cushing where she graduated from Cushing High School. Following her schooling Ardie went to work for the NW Bell Telephone Company in Storm Lake,…

February 3, 1923 - August 23, 2006

Louise Mae Zieman

Louise Mae Zieman, the daughter of Henry and Mabel Peterson Gross, was born May 2, 1923 near Royal, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Royal area, where she received her early education. After graduating from Royal High School, she attended and graduated from A.I.B. in Des Moines.…

May 2, 1923 - August 20, 2006

James Eldon Tostenrud

James Eldon Tostenrud, the son of Eldon W. and Anita McMannes Tostenrud, was born May 27, 1955 in Estherville, IA. His childhood years were spent in Royal, IA, where he received his education, graduating from Clay Central High School in Royal. Following his schooling, he entered the military and…

May 27, 1955 - August 16, 2006

John William Prentice

John William Prentice, the son of Lawrence and Katherin Whalen Prentice, was born May 7, 1912 in Sac County near Nemaha, Iowa. His family moved when he was three years old to Clay County, Iowa. He received his education at Logan #7 country school in Clay County. He was baptized on April 6, 1952 at…

May 7, 1912 - August 15, 2006

Cassie Marie Carroll

Cassie Marie Carroll, the daughter of Mike Rigby and Lora Carroll, was born September 24, 1983 in Spencer, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Spencer, where she received her education, graduating from Spencer High School in 2002. In September of 2002, she moved to Hope Haven in Spencer…

September 24, 1983 - August 8, 2006

Veda Lorene Steffen

Veda Lorene Hemmig Steffen, the daughter of Carl and Minnie Louise Katherine Kruckenberg Hemmig, was born August 26, 1924, at home on her grandfather's Theophil Hemmig farm, near May City, Iowa. She was baptized at St. John's Lutheran Church in May City, Iowa, on September 21, 1924, and confirmed…

August 26, 1924 - August 7, 2006

Frances Rose Ryker

Frances Rose Ryker, the daughter of Harold and Frances Harback Rupert, was born June 24, 1916 in Clay County, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Spencer area, where she received her education. Frances married Forrest Dell Ryker on December 14, 1937, in Spencer, Iowa. Following their…

June 24, 1916 - August 5, 2006

Francis James Jackson

Francis James Jackson, the son of James Ingalls and Meta Viola Chamberlain Jackson, was born November 3, 1934 at Fettes Hospital in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent near Langdon, where he received his education at Meadow #8 country school for 2 years and then #5 through 8th grade. He…

November 3, 1934 - July 29, 2006

Jessie Grace Kissinger

Jesina Grietje Weyer (Jessie Grace Weyer), the daughter of Nicholas and Maria Arends Weyer, was born in the Netherlands on October 25, 1925. She resided in Hawarden and worked as a waitress. She met and married Lynn F. Kissinger in 1946. She resided in Sioux City, Iowa, until 2004, when she moved…

October 25, 1925 - July 28, 2006

March 29, 1916 - July 27, 2006

Adam Szack

Adam's family would like to invite you to join them for lunch following the graveside services at Grace United Methodist Church here in Spencer. (Park in the Warner Funeral Home East Lot and enter through the door in the south part of the building.) Adam Szack, the son of George and Elizabeth…

August 5, 1910 - July 26, 2006

Elmer William Kraft

Elmer William Kraft was born on April 19, 1916, to Walter and Frieda (Langholz) Kraft in Sutherland. He attended school in Paulina. He worked on the family farm. He was united in marriage to Mildred Imhoff in Sioux City, Iowa on September 19, 1939. He worked on the building of the Alaskan Highway…

April 19, 1916 - July 26, 2006

Peter Ludwig Brustares

Peter Ludwig Brustares, the son of Peter and Katherine Schlauch Brustares, Sr., was born November 3, 1938, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. His childhood years were spent in Blue Earth, Minnesota, where he received his education, graduating from Blue Earth High School. Following his schooling, he entered…

November 3, 1938 - July 24, 2006

Thomas Allen Conley

Tom, the son of Kenneth Allen and Dorothy (Totman) Conley, was born August 29, 1936, in Quimby, Iowa. He grew up in Quimby and graduated from Quimby Consolidated School in 1954. Tom received his BS degree in education from Wayne State College in Wayne, Nebraska in 1958. He received his Master's…

August 29, 1936 - July 24, 2006

Lola Lela Dethlefsen

Lola's family would like to invite everyone attending the service to join them in a time of fellowship at the First Congregational Church in Spencer following the graveside services. Lola Lela Dethlefsen, the daughter of Chris and Matilda Lenz, was born September 13, 1908 in Wall Lake, Iowa. Her…

September 13, 1908 - July 20, 2006

Marilyn Brugman

Marilyn Brugman, the daughter of John and Lucille Blanchard Sones, was born July 14, 1931 in Cherokee, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the communities of Calumet, Cherokee and Sioux Rapids, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Sioux Rapids High School in 1949. Marilyn…

July 14, 1931 - July 18, 2006

Fred Alvin Kellum

Fred Alvin Kellum, the son of Benjamen Orville Lee and Mary Aloth (Malicoat) Kellum, was born on February 13, 1914 in Republic, MO. His childhood years were spent near Peterson where he attended country school. Fred left school in the 7th grade to help his family on the farm and also by working for…

February 13, 1914 - July 17, 2006

Lois Evora Woodford

Lois Evora Woodford, the daughter of George and Francis Warriner Stoermer, was born on December 13, 1916, in Spencer, Iowa. She spent her childhood years in Webb where she received her education and graduating from Garfield Consolidated High School in 1935. Lois married Kenneth Arthur Woodford on…

December 13, 1916 - July 15, 2006

Howard Francis Gannon

Howard F. Gannon, the son of Leo and Helen (Schmitz) Gannon, was born November 24, 1923, in Milford, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer where he received his education, graduating from Spencer High School. On May 30, 1943, Howard was united in marriage to Val (Velma) Barth in Spencer,…

November 24, 1923 - July 13, 2006

Paul Richard Mathern

Paul Richard Mathern, the son of Frank and Catherine (Betz) Mathern, was born on November 14, 1921, in La Feria, TX. The family moved to Gaza in 1922, where he received his early education and graduated from Gaza High School. On June 2, 1947 Paul married Christine Rahbusch in Sutherland at the…

November 14, 1921 - July 9, 2006

Randy Lee Harris

Randy Lee Harris, the son of Marvin Lee and Ardythe Joann Jaeger Harris, was born February 17, 1954 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer, where he received his early education in the Spencer school system. He entered the military in 1971 and served with the U.S. Army from…

February 17, 1954 - July 8, 2006

Russell Wesley Rasmuson

Russell Wesley Rasmuson, the son of Reid and Corrine (Rausch) Jones, was born October 22, 1927, in Dickens, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer where he received his education, graduating at the age of 16. On May 2, 1945, Russell entered in the Navy and served with the U.S. Navy during…

October 22, 1927 - July 7, 2006

October 4, 1939 - July 6, 2006

Mabel Lois Matthews

Mabel Lois Matthews, the daughter of Russel H. and Jennie B. Hamer Glessner, was born February 13, 1911 in Sheldon, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Sheldon where she received her education, graduating from Sheldon High School in 1929. Following high school, she attended Sheldon Junior…

February 13, 1911 - July 5, 2006

Charles David Moore

The Family of Charles Moore would like to invite you to join them for a luncheon at the Sutherland Legion Hall immediately following the graveside services. Charles (Chuck) David Moore, the son of Charles Frank and Margaret Winifred (McBride) Moore, was born in Elk River, MN. He was raised in…

July 15, 1918 - July 3, 2006

Martha Jean Gates

Martha Jean Gates, the daughter of Bruce and Edna (Weltz) Nolan, was born December 28, 1930, in Tyndall, IA. Shortly after her birth, her family moved to Sioux City, IA, where she attended school, graduating from Central High School. Following graduation Martha was united in marriage to Kenneth…

December 28, 1930 - July 3, 2006

William David Mincer

William Bill David Mincer was born in Clay County to Orlo and Winnie Carr Mincer, April 27, 1930. His childhood years were spent in Spencer, where he received his education graduating from Spencer High School in 1949. He spent 27 years in the military, (Army, Marines, and Air Force). Of the three…

April 27, 1930 - July 2, 2006

Hennie Marie Rogne

Hennie Marie Rogne, the daughter of Henry and Kerstin (Olson) Olson, was born July 18, 1918, in Ruthven, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Ruthven where she received her education, graduating from Ruthven High School. After graduation she attended Beauty School in Sioux City, IA. On January…

July 18, 1918 - June 30, 2006

Timothy James Davis

Timothy James Davis, the son of Myron and Loretta Smith Davis, was born June 29, 1963 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer, where he attended North and Johnson grade schools and later Spencer Middle School. He later graduated from Spencer High School. While in Spencer, he was…

June 29, 1963 - June 29, 2006

Joseph LaVerne Enderton

Joseph Laverne Enderton, the son of Joseph Henry and Mary Frances (Bethel) Enderton, was born November 30 1933, in Wacoma, IA. His childhood years were spent on a farm east of Webb where he also attended school. On May 19, 1952, he married Darlene Weeks in Jackson MN. Following their marriage,…

November 30, 1933 - June 28, 2006

Clara Iona Christensen

Clara Iona Christensen, the daughter of William H. and Mary Backhaus Steffen, was born March 21, 1916 on a farm south of Royal, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Royal/Peterson area where she received her education in Clay County schools. Clara married James B. Christensen on May 2, 1936 at…

March 21, 1916 - June 28, 2006

Ernest Clayton Wilcox

Ernest Clayton "Skip" Wilcox, the son of Clayton and Pearl Bendixen Wilcox, was born October 31, 1932 in Terril, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Terril where he received his education, graduating from Terril High School. Following high school, he attended the University of Iowa for two…

October 31, 1932 - June 26, 2006

Lillian Wilma Gibbs

Lillian Wilma Gibbs, the daughter of John and Emma Guse Neitzke, was born February 18, 1912 in Sanborn, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Sanborn, where she received her early education in country schools and later graduated from Sanborn High School. Lillian married William Gibbs on March…

February 18, 1912 - June 25, 2006

Verda Marie Goodale

Verda Marie Goodale, the daughter of Carl B. and Anna Irene (Anderson) Nelson, was born January 29, 1924, in Ruthven, IA. Her childhood years were spent there where she received her early education and graduated from Ruthven High School. Her sister, Verla, was the class valedictorian and Verda was…

January 29, 1924 - June 24, 2006

Christopher Dean Hoger

Christopher Dean Hoger, the son of Harold and Lorraine Foxhoven Hoger, was born February 24, 1955 in Spencer, Iowa. He received his early education in Spencer and graduated from the Spencer High School in 1973. Following his schooling, Chris worked for Spencer Foods. On August 29, 1981, Chris…

February 24, 1955 - June 20, 2006

Terry Wayne Campbell

Terry Wayne Campbell, the son of Robert Dean and Janet Louise Olson Campbell, was born October 19, 1952, in Royal, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the communities of Royal, Spencer, Lake Center, Terril and Everly, Iowa, where he received his education. He entered the military on August 1,…

October 19, 1952 - June 19, 2006

Milo Louie Harnack

Milo Louie Harnack, the son of Louie and Mary Schroeder Harnack, was born September 28, 1925, in rural Postville, Iowa. He received his early education from rural Postville School. Milo entered the United States Army on August 29, 1952 in Des Moines, Iowa. While serving his country, Milo received…

September 28, 1925 - June 18, 2006

Devon Keith Briner

Devon's family would like to extend a special thanks to his nurses, Carrie Engelkes and Stacie Huckfelt. Devon Keith Briner, the son of Patrick Briner and Darcey Webber was born on March 24, 2000 in Sioux Falls, SD. Devon lived in Storm Lake until he was 3 and then Darcey and the kids moved to…

March 24, 2000 - June 15, 2006

Dean Henry Wagner

Dean Henry Wagner, the son of Otto (Dooley) and Lillie (Meiske) Wagner, was born February 25, 1931, in Hartley, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Hartley where he received his early education and later graduated from Hartley High School in 1950. On December 23, 1950, he was united in…

February 25, 1931 - June 10, 2006

Ray Albert Wetherell

Ray A. Wetherell, the son of Merle and Mae (Townsend) Wetherell, was born on February 4, 1925, in Spencer, SD. His childhood years were spent in Peterson, where he received his education and graduated from Peterson High School in 1944. He entered into the military on June 6, 1944, serving in the…

February 4, 1925 - June 7, 2006

Irene Augusta Philiph

Irene A. Philiph, the daughter of Hans William and Lizzie T. Holle Eden, was born July 13, 1918 in May City, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in May City, where she received her education. Irene married Richard Philiph on December 4, 1938 in Ocheyedan, Iowa. Throughout their marriage, they…

July 13, 1918 - June 7, 2006

Donald Arthur Olson

Donald Arthur Olson, the son of Arthur E. and Stella Lawson Olson, was born December 8, 1910, in Sioux Rapids, IA. His childhood years were spent in Greenville and Jackson County, Minnesota, where he received his education in country schools. Don married Winifred Gravley on February 10, 1930, in…

December 8, 1910 - June 5, 2006

Gladys Selenda Marker

Gladys Selenda Marker, the daughter of Sedolf and Bertha Johnson Sorenson, was born November 1, 1902 on a farm near Sioux Rapids, Iowa. She attended Burr Oak Country School and later Sioux Rapids High School. Following her schooling, she worked in various homes in Spencer, Webb and Minneapolis.…

November 1, 1902 - June 5, 2006

Wendell Gilbert Mortensen

Wendell Gilbert Mortensen, the son of Niels C. and Laura Dean Mortensen, was born November 10, 1919 on a farm north of Linn Grove, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Clay County, where he received his education in country schools and entered High School in Rossie, Iowa. Following his…

November 10, 1919 - June 4, 2006

Ettie Dena Groenewold

Ettie Dena Groenewold, the daughter of J. G. and Maggie (Cramer) Groenewold, was born July 21, 1909, in Waterford Township. She received her early education in a rural school in Waterford Township, graduating from Spencer High School. Following high school, she attended Western Union College…

July 21, 1909 - June 2, 2006

Larry Dean Knapp

Larry Dean Knapp, the son of Beulah Kent, was born December 8, 1942 in Sioux City, IA. His childhood years were spent in Newton, IA, where he attended school until 1952. From 1952 through 1959, Larry attended school in Spencer, IA, graduating from Spencer High School where he lettered in…

December 8, 1942 - June 2, 2006

Thomas Jacob Raveling

Thomas Jacob Raveling was born in rural Peterson on March 23, 1917 to Peter and Etta (Thomas) Raveling. He spent his childhood years on a farm north of Peterson, and he graduated from Peterson High School in 1934. A lifelong farmer, he married Ellen Grange on December 5, 1937 in Peterson and…

March 23, 1917 - June 2, 2006

Jay Rolla Gould

Jay Rolla Gould, the son of Harry and Adrianna VerHage Gould, was born December 23, 1928, in Sibley, Iowa. He received his early education in Sibley and graduated in 1947 from the Sibley High School. Following high school, Jay attended Sioux Falls College for two years and then graduated with a…

December 23, 1928 - June 1, 2006

Irene K. Heien

Irene K. Heien, the daughter of George and Elizabeth (Henderson) Hargrave was born October 11, 1909, in Dickens, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Gillett Grove where she attended school graduating from Gillett Grove High School. After graduation, Irene attended cosmetology courses in Sioux…

October 11, 1909 - June 1, 2006

Troy Eugene Porter

Troy Eugene Porter, the son of Troy and Minnie (Phillips) Porter, was born January 15, 1932 in Beckley, West Virginia. His childhood years were spent in Beckley, where he received his education. Troy entered the military where he began his career with the U.S. Navy. Troy married Darlene Davis on…

January 15, 1932 - May 26, 2006

Ralph Henry Collmann

Ralph Henry Collmann, the son of Louis and Clara Furchner Collmann, was born February 25, 1918 in Ireton, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Plymouth County, Iowa area where he received his early education. He moved to a farm near Hartley in 1943. Ralph enjoyed living on the…

February 25, 1918 - May 25, 2006

Lois Lucille Samuelson

Lois Lucille Samuelson, the daughter of James and Lottie Belle Stetson Johnson, was born September 17, 1925 in Hazen, North Dakota. Her childhood years were spent in Peterson, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Peterson High School in 1943. Lois married Robert…

September 17, 1925 - May 24, 2006

Josephine Cecilia Iverson

Josephine Cecilia Iverson, the daughter of Samuel and Katherine (Coffey) Nelson, was born on November 20, 1915 in Roland, IA. Her childhood years were spent on a farm near Roland. Josephine attended school and graduated in McCallsburg, IA. Following graduation, she attended Park College for…

November 20, 1915 - May 21, 2006

Anna Kathrina Elvin

Anna Van Oort Elvin, 91, died at Elkhorn Care Center on May 20, 2006. Eldest of seven children, she was born February 11, 1915 to Simon and Artie (Mol) Van Oort in their rural home near Matlock in Sioux County, Iowa. After graduating from Milford High School she worked for a local physician. …

February 11, 1915 - May 20, 2006

Marvin Duane Kehoe

Marvin Duane Kehoe, the son of George and Hazel Louter Kehoe, was born May 23, 1933 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Milford, where he received his education, graduating from Milford High School. Following his schooling, he entered the military and served with the U.S. Army…

May 23, 1933 - May 18, 2006

Wilma May Rausch

Wilma May Rausch, the daughter of Wilhelm and Ethlyn Henrietta Andre Lorenzen, was born November 16, 1930 in Moneta, IA. Her childhood years were spent in Hartley, IA, where she received her education. Wilma married Robert Rausch on March 1, 1948 in Jackson, MN. Following their marriage,…

November 16, 1930 - May 18, 2006

Ralph Henry Gieser

Ralph went home to be with our Lord on Wednesday, May 17, 2006, at the age of 89. Ralph Henry Gieser, the son of Adolf and Alvena (Schmoll) Gieser, was born September 3, 1916, on the family farm near Hartley, IA. He was baptized and confirmed at the Trinity United Church of Christ in Hartley.…

September 3, 1916 - May 17, 2006

Gerald 'Jerry' James Armstrong

Gerald was born in Sherwood, ND to Joe and Vallie (Butterfield) Armstrong. He graduated from Sherwood High School. He joined the United States Army in 1942. As a member of the Second Division, he fought in the Battle of Normandy and the Battle of the Bulge attaining the rank of Staff Sergeant. …

October 13, 1919 - May 13, 2006

James 'Jim' Leonard Johanson

James "Jim" Leonard Johanson, the son of Nels and Nellie Mathilda Nilsson Johanson, was born March 8, 1917 in St. Paul, Nebraska. His childhood years were spent in St. Paul where he received his education. He finished his schooling following his eighth grade year to help out on the family farm. He…

March 8, 1917 - May 12, 2006

Rosa Helen Warren

Rosa Helen Warren, daughter of Eldin and Nina Bailey Lemaster, was born July 27, 1914, in rural Clay County, IA. Her childhood years were spent near Royal, IA, where she received her education, graduating from Royal High School. Rosa married Lawrence Warren on February 16, 1934 at her parents'…

July 27, 1914 - May 11, 2006

Kelly Brian Ross

Kelly Brian Ross, the son of Vern and JoAnn (Witt) Ross, was born on April 5, 1962 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer where he attended school and graduated from Spencer High School in 1980. On March 3, 1981 he entered into the military, serving in the U.S. Marine Corps.…

April 5, 1962 - May 9, 2006

Connie Kay Sams

Connie Kay Sams, the daughter of John Wesley and Alma Hallcock Fitzloff, was born June 8, 1944, in Spencer, Iowa. She received her early education from Sioux Township #8 Country School and graduated from Spencer High School in 1961. She then continued her education at Stewarts School of Cosmetology…

June 8, 1944 - May 5, 2006

Cecil Parker Adams

Parker Adams, the son of Bert and Ethel Parker Adams, was born August 14, 1915, in Alta, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer, Iowa, where he graduated from Spencer High School. Shortly after graduation, Parker started farming with his father on a farm south of Spencer. On February 25,…

August 14, 1915 - May 5, 2006

Henry Reinder Sonius

Henry Reinder Sonius, the son of Reinder H. and Folena Wiemers Sonius, was born February 15, 1930 in Pomeroy, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer, where he received his education, graduating from Spencer High School. Following his schooling, he entered the military and served with the…

February 15, 1930 - May 5, 2006

Dorothy Elizabeth Roskens

Dorothy Elizabeth Schueneman was born June 18, 1916, to Gustav and Wilhelmina Schueneman on a farm northwest of Spencer. She was baptized and confirmed a member of the Evangelical Lutheran Church, later known as First English Lutheran Church in Spencer. She attended the Spencer Public School and…

June 18, 1916 - May 2, 2006

Carolyn A. Bertness

Carolyn A. Bertness, the daughter of Melvin and Margaret Wehrenberg Weber, was born May 23, 1941, in Webb, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Webb where she received her education, graduating from Webb High School in 1958. Carolyn married Kenneth Bertness on October 11, 1959, in Webb.…

May 23, 1941 - April 30, 2006

Mildred Marie Kitchen

Mildred Marie Kitchen, the daughter of John and Nellie Huss Ihry, was born April 4, 1918, in Royal, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Royal where she received her education, graduating from Royal High School. Following high school, she married Bub DeGarmo and moved to Omaha to attend beauty…

April 4, 1918 - April 30, 2006

Homer Marshall Bailey

Homer Marshall Bailey, the son of Marshall Homer and Marie Kromminga Bailey, was born November 3, 1924, in Clay County, Iowa. His childhood years were spent on a farm ten miles north of Peterson, Iowa, where he received his education in country schools and later was graduated from Peterson High…

November 3, 1924 - April 23, 2006

Orlin Duane Peters

Orlin Duane Peters, the son of William F. and Emma Scharnberg Peters, was born December 18, 1921, in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Everly, Iowa area, where he received his education, graduating from Everly High School. Orlin married Helen (Connie) Conrad on June 9, 1946 in…

December 18, 1921 - April 22, 2006

Paul Walter Enger

Paul Walter Enger, the son of Walter J. and Lucille S. Rynott Enger, was born September 13, 1920 in Burlington, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Burlington, where he received his education, graduating from Burlington High School. Following high school, he attended Burlington Junior College…

September 13, 1920 - April 21, 2006

Loren Dale Halquist

Loren Dale Halquist, the son of William and Matie Stahl, was born August 21, 1921, in Lake Park, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Lake Park where he received his education, graduating from Lake Park High School. Following his schooling, he entered the military and served with the U.S. Marine…

August 21, 1921 - April 21, 2006

Wayne Joseph Simington

Wayne Joseph Simington, the son of David Gillet and Gertrude O'Brien Simington, was born September 16, 1915 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer, where he received his education, graduating in 1933. Following high school, he attended Iowa State University where he received a…

September 16, 1915 - April 18, 2006

Dorlene Rosetta Stricker

Dorlene Rosetta Stricker, was born September 11, 1920 in Holland (Grundy County), Iowa. The daughter of Harm M. and Anna Naefke Meyer, the oldest of seven children. The family moved to Spirit Lake and later Sioux Valley, MN, where she graduated from High School in 1937. She was baptized and…

September 11, 1920 - April 16, 2006

Delores Dorothy Johnson

Delores Dorothy Johnson, the daughter of Robert and Elizabeth Kaupke Kopka was born February 19, 1917, in Francesville, Indiana. Her family moved to the Peterson area when she was 12. She attended the Brooke School south of Peterson where she graduated in 1934. Delores attended Buena Vista College…

February 19, 1917 - April 15, 2006

Ruby LeClair

Ruby LeClair, the daughter of Pearly and Abbie Goyette Morrow, was born on May 14, 1908 on a farm near Royal, Iowa. She received her early education from Country Schools and then graduated from the Royal High School in 1926. On October 10, 1928, Ruby married Leo LeClair in Royal, Iowa. The first…

May 14, 1908 - April 14, 2006

Cecelia Grace Killmer

Cecelia Grace Killmer, the daughter of Hans and Elizabeth Gross Asmussen, was born January 30, 1917 in Rural Clay County, Iowa near Everly. Her childhood years were spent on a farm near Moneta, where she received her education in Everly. Cecelia married George Killmer on February 28, 1946 in…

January 30, 1917 - April 12, 2006

Eliner Wanda Kepler

Mrs. Don A. Kepler, Eliner W., died at the age of 92, April 10, 2006. Mrs. Kepler was born October 13, 1913 at Arlington, Illinois to Joseph Aloysus Morisky (Mrowinski) and Eleanor Barbara Kroll. Her father immigrated via Antwerp in Belgium and the Port of Philadelphia from the village of Tworkowo,…

October 13, 1913 - April 10, 2006

Helen Arlene Conrad

Helen Arlene Conrad, the daughter of Oliver and Clara Weber Stukey, was born on a farm north of Dickens. Helen attended Meadow Township Country School #7 through the 8th grade, she then attended Spencer High School and graduated in 1941. On February 18, 1947, Helen married Milton Conrad in…

June 13, 1922 - April 8, 2006

Marvin Delbert Crew

Marvin Delbert Crew, the son of Jesse and Clara Starkey Crew, was born February 13, 1918 on a farm north of Ayrshire, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in rural Ayrshire, where he received his education from Silver Lake Consolidated School. Marvin married Velma M. Brinkley on May 22, 1940 at…

February 13, 1918 - April 5, 2006

Harold Small

Harold "Bud" Herbert Small, the son of Ira and Iva Stier Small, was born January 13, 1924 in Cherokee County, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the rural Peterson area, where he received his education at Brooke Consolidated School, graduating in 1943. Bud married Ruth Sweeney on October 26,…

January 13, 1924 - April 5, 2006

James Roling

A memorial fund has been established for Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Spencer. James Patrick Roling, the son of Leo J. and Anna Helen Nelis Roling, was born February 24, 1940, in Denison, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Early, Iowa, where he received his education, graduating from…

February 24, 1940 - April 1, 2006

'Jean' Bernadine Harves

Bernadine Harves, the daughter of Lester and Emma (Straub) Hanna, was born on June 22, 1917, on a farm near Gillett Grove, Iowa. During her childhood years, she lived on a farm northeast of Spencer and attended classes in the Meadow Township one-room school nearby. Bernadine graduated from Spencer…

June 22, 1917 - March 29, 2006

Wayne Tibbetts

Harry "Wayne" Tibbetts, the son of Harry P. and Emma (Klatt) Tibbetts, was born August 12, 1914, in rural Clay County. He spent his childhood years in rural Spencer where he attended school. Wayne married Neva Olhausen on October 22, 1940. Following their marriage, they lived in Hartley. Wayne…

August 12, 1914 - March 21, 2006

Richard Schott

Richard "Dick" J. Schott, the son of William and Irene Sampers Schott, was born December 7, 1929 in Early, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Schaller area, where he received his education. Richard entered the military following his schooling and served with the U.S. Army from 1948, until…

December 7, 1929 - March 18, 2006

Kenneth Arthur Woodford

Kenneth Arthur Woodford, the son of John Arthur and Mae Elizabeth (Anderson) Woodford, was born on February 4, 1916, on a farm near Webb, Iowa. He spent his childhood years in the Webb area where he received his education, graduating from Garfield Consolidated High School in 1934. Following his…

February 4, 1916 - March 13, 2006

Gordon Arthur Wilson

Gordon Arthur Wilson, the son of Seifert and Vera Tuttle Wilson, was born May 29, 1927 in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Spencer, Iowa, where he received his education. Following his schooling, he entered the military and served with the U.S. Navy during WWII from May 1945, until…

May 29, 1927 - March 12, 2006

Olga Irene Fricke

Olga Irene Fricke, the daughter of Ferdinand and Biena Brummer Fricke, was born November 28, 1909, near Sibley, Iowa. Olga attended rural schools in the Melvin, Sanborn and Ashton areas, attending the Melvin High School. After leaving the farm near Ashton, Iowa, the family moved to Sanborn in 1933,…

November 28, 1909 - March 10, 2006

David Lynn Loerts

David Lynn Loerts, the son of Wayne and Ruth Backer Loerts, was born February 7, 1967 in Sibley, Iowa. He was raised on a farm in rural Ashton, Iowa and received his education in the Sibley School System, graduating in 1985. Following high school, he attended Iowa Lakes Community College, where he…

February 7, 1967 - March 8, 2006

Dean Lavern Barnes

Dean Lavern Barnes, son of Vern F. and Mabel E. Smith Barnes, was born in Ireton, Iowa, on October 17, 1923. He is with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ after he passed away at his home on March 6, 2006 at the age of 82 years and 140 days. His early education was in rural Iowa, at Amherst…

October 17, 1923 - March 6, 2006

John Albert Lawson

John Albert Lawson, the son of William S. and Carrie E. Grewel Lawson, was born February 26, 1912 in Rossie, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in the Greenville, Iowa area, where he received his education, graduating from Greenville High School. Following his schooling, he entered the military…

February 26, 1912 - March 4, 2006

Ralph E. Nelson

Ralph E. Nelson, the son of Edward and Selma Grans Nelson, was born August 20, 1925, in Spencer, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Peterson, Iowa, where he received his education, graduating from Peterson High School. Ralph married Evelyn Hall on May 21, 1950, in Spencer, Iowa. Following…

August 20, 1925 - March 2, 2006

Caroline Jean Jones

Caroline Jean Jones, the daughter of Orville and Loreta Bennett Utley, was born April 18, 1941, in Gillett Grove, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent near Gillett Grove where she received her education. She was baptized at the Gillett Grove Methodist Church. Caroline married Larry Dean Jones on…

April 18, 1941 - February 21, 2006

Ted Gene Rexroat

Ted Gene Rexroat, the son of Clyde Rexroat and Darlene (Stockstell) Seid, was born on January 4, 1957, in Council Bluffs, Iowa. He attended school in Glenwood and Lytton. On June 30, 1976, he entered the military serving in the United States Army. He was stationed in Ft. Hood, TX, and St. Louis,…

January 4, 1957 - February 20, 2006

Patricia Ann Baumgarten

Patricia Ann Baumgarten, the daughter of Leonard and Ruth Boernsen Adams, was born September 18, 1949 in Hartley, Iowa. She was baptized into the Christian Faith and confirmed at St. Paul's Lutheran Church. She graduated from Hartley High School in 1967 and was the Iowa State Shorthorn Lassie Queen…

September 18, 1949 - February 16, 2006

Norma Jean Erickson

Jean Erickson, age 74, of Mankato, died on Wednesday, February 15, 2006 at her home. Jean was born on May 2, 1931 in Spencer, IA to Fred and Minnie (Hovinga) Taylor. She graduated from Webb High School. On May 1, 1948, Jean was united in marriage to John V. Erickson at Webb United Methodist…

May 2, 1931 - February 15, 2006

Clair Emile Ducommun

Clair Emile Ducommun, the son of Emile and Mary Springer Ducommun, was born November 3, 1913 in Cleghorn, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Cleghorn, where he received his education at Cleghorn schools. Clair married Marjory E. Ware in Cherokee, Iowa. Clair farmed in the Peterson area most…

November 3, 1913 - February 15, 2006

Nancy Joelle Maaland

Nancy Joelle Maaland, the daughter of Ewald "Nick" and Arlene (Noble) Holler, was born on July 12, 1950, in Cherokee, Iowa. She spent her childhood years in the Linn Grove area, where she received her early education and graduated from Sioux Valley High School in 1968. On October 14, 1972, Nancy…

July 12, 1950 - February 14, 2006

Robert Arthur Schomburg

Robert Arthur Schomburg, the son of Albert and Emma Louter Schomburg, was born July 6, 1924 in Greenville, Iowa. Bob attended Greenville Schools. Bob married Anna Marie Eriksen on August 5, 1945 in Spencer, Iowa. Bob and Anna Marie farmed for forty-one years in Dickinson County. They retired in…

July 6, 1924 - February 13, 2006

Mildred Ione Kraft

Mildred Ione Kraft, the daughter of Henry and Martena (Keller) Imhoff, was born November 20, 1918, in Melvin, IA. Mildred grew up on a farm near Melvin where she attended school and graduated from Melvin High School. She was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith. Mildred was united in…

November 20, 1918 - February 12, 2006

Clyde Grant Hale

Clyde Grant Hale was born on December 21, 1928 to Fred and Mae (LeMar) Hale in Clay County. He graduated from Peterson High School in 1947 and served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict until 1952. He worked for General Motors for 22 years in California where he worked his way up…

December 21, 1928 - February 11, 2006

Lawrence Rohret

Lawrence Nova Rohret, the son of Thomas and Betty Burnett Rohret, was born July 20, 1949, in Iowa City, IA. His childhood years were spent in Cosgrove, IA, where he received his education and graduated from Cosgrove Community High School. Following graduation, Larry worked for Hy-Vee for a short…

July 20, 1949 - February 8, 2006

Olive Frances Endicott

Olive Frances Endicott, the daughter of Oscar William and Clara F. Hanson Derry, was born August 26, 1920 in Dickens, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Dickens, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Dickens High School. Olive married Orville James Endicott, Jr. on December…

August 26, 1920 - February 6, 2006

Lorraine Meta Abel

Lorraine Meta Abel, the daughter of Arnold and Ida Louisa Meta (Ziebel) Penning, was born on March 15, 1936 in rural Hubbard, IA. She was baptized and confirmed at the St. John's Lutheran Church in Hubbard. She received her early education and graduated from Hubbard High School in 1954. She then…

March 15, 1936 - February 6, 2006

Bob Lee Seaman

Bob Lee Seaman, the son of Lee and Lillian Seymour Seaman, was born June 19, 1925, on a farm near Greenville, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Greenville area where he received his education. At the age of 17 with permission from his father, Bob joined the Navy. Following his honorable…

June 19, 1925 - January 23, 2006

Harry Noel, Jr.

Harry Noel, Jr., the son of Harry Samuel and Minnie Johnson Noel, was born June 27, 1925 in Peterson, Iowa. His childhood years were spent in Peterson, where he received his education. Following his schooling, he entered the military and served with the U.S. Army Air Corp during WWII from June 12,…

June 27, 1925 - January 22, 2006

Marie Magalena Dykstra

Marie Magalena Dykstra, the daughter of Bendert A. and Jennie Marie Niezwaag Dykstra, was born December 15, 1912, in Parker, South Dakota. Her childhood years were spent at Parker where she received her early childhood education. Following the death of her mother, they moved to Doon, Iowa, where…

December 15, 1912 - January 20, 2006

Irene Emma Moding

Irene Emma Moding, the daughter of Emiel and Martha Haeck Grawet, was born January 21, 1926, in Kewanee, IL. Her childhood years were spent in Minnesota and communities in Illinois including Chicago. She attended Avondale Grade School and Carl Schurz High School in Chicago. Irene worked at Helene…

January 21, 1926 - January 19, 2006

Anna Miranda Cochran

Anna Miranda Cochran, the daughter of August Herman and Mary Sophia Hanson Nelson, was born August 30, 1914 in Logan Township, Clay County, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent on a farm near Dickens, where she received her education. Anna married Marvin Cochran on March 3, 1932 in Spencer, Iowa.…

August 30, 1914 - January 18, 2006

Melvin Charles Joenks

Melvin Charles Joenks, the son of Charles and Cora (Batcheler) Joenks, was born January 17, 1920, southwest of Royal, IA. The family soon moved to a farm one mile east of Royal where Melvin spent his formative years. His early education was taught in a one-room schoolhouse, later attending Royal…

January 17, 1920 - January 17, 2006

Anne Kirstine Nitzsche

Anne Kirstine Nitzsche, the daughter of Jens and Metha Christensen Hansen, was born June 7, 1919, in Royal, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Royal where she received her early education and graduated from the Spencer High School. Following her education, Anne worked at Frank's Caf�. On June…

June 7, 1919 - January 12, 2006

Darlene Dorothy Merrill

Darlene Dorothy Merrill, the daughter of Edgar and Amelia Lauck Baumann, was born February 9, 1931 in Rock Rapids, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Estherville, Iowa, where she received her education, graduating from Estherville High School. Darlene married Eugene Merrill on November 8,…

February 9, 1931 - January 11, 2006

Kenneth Paul Drzycimski

Kenneth Paul Drzycimski, the son of John Edward and Ona Grace Theeler Drzycimski, was born October 1, 1924 at his parents home in Clay County. His childhood years were spent in Linn Grove, where he received his education, graduating from Linn Grove High School. Kenneth married Wanda Alice Taylor…

October 1, 1924 - January 11, 2006

Anita Teresa Dyhrkopp

Anita Teresa Lindgren Dyhrkopp was born on August 1, 1917, to Emil and Bessie (Sorenson) Lindgren in Moorhead, Iowa. She attended country school and graduated from Moorhead High School in 1934. After graduating from AIB business college in Des Moines, she worked in Spencer in the law office of…

August 1, 1917 - January 8, 2006

Pius Peter Reis

Pius P. Reis, the son of Peter and Elizabeth Uhrich Reis, was born September 12, 1921, in Zeeland, ND. His childhood years were spent in Braddock, North Dakota, where he received his education. Following his schooling, he entered the military and served with the U.S. Army during WWII, until his…

September 12, 1921 - January 8, 2006

Eite M. Roskens

Eite M. Roskens, the son of Martin and Anna Bleeker Roskens, was born January 2, 1911 in Everly, Iowa. He attended a rural school in Waterford Twsp and Everly High School until he was needed by his father to help on the family farm. On December 25, 1932, Eite married Rosetta Pelley in Spencer.…

January 2, 1911 - January 8, 2006

Lela Dorothy Gustad

Lela Dorothy Gustad, the daughter of Peter H. and Etta Moeller Thiessen, was born December 8, 1916 in Lake View, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Everly area, where she received her education, graduating from Everly High School. Lela married Harold Clarence Gustad on February 23, 1942…

December 8, 1916 - January 7, 2006

Lois Nadiene Arndt

Lela Dorothy Gustad, the daughter of Peter H. and Etta Moeller Thiessen, was born December 8, 1916 in Lake View, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Everly area, where she received her education, graduating from Everly High School. Lela married Harold Clarence Gustad on February 23, 1942…

January 21, 1916 - January 7, 2006

Norma Jean Althoff

Norma Jean Patrick Althoff, the daughter of Percy and Mae Corcoran Patrick, was born August 4, 1930, on a family farm near Peterson, IA. Her childhood years were spent in the Peterson area where she received her education, graduating from Peterson High School. She later attended Briar Cliff College…

August 4, 1930 - January 5, 2006

Alice Jean Spears

Alice Jean Spears, the daughter of Harry and Myrtle Vernetta Weaver Spears, was born January 29, 1934 in Storm Lake, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Greenville-Rossie area, where she received her education graduating from high school in 1951. Since 1951, Alice has made her home in…

January 29, 1934 - January 4, 2006

Elna Leona Vogt

Elna Leona Vogt, the daughter of William and Adelia (Schroeder) Puck was born on January 20, 1914 in Harris, Iowa. She received her early education in Harris, Hartley and graduated from Moneta High School. On August 19, 1931, Elna married William Lyle Vogt in Spencer, Iowa. Following their…

January 20, 1914 - January 4, 2006

Hazel Elizabeth Cleghorn

Hazel Elizabeth Cleghorn, the daughter of Algie and Iva (Menefee) Odor, was born on January 12, 1912, in Rembrandt, IA. She graduated from Rembrandt High School and earned a teaching degree from Buena Vista College in Storm Lake. She taught all grades in one-room schools in Gaza and Lake Park,…

January 12, 1912 - January 3, 2006

Berniece McMillin LeCocq

Ethel Bernice McMillin LeCocq was born on December 3, 1905 at Lost Nation, Iowa. Her parents were Ernest A. McMillin and Merta Drury Hill McMillin. At age four her family moved to a farm southeast of Ruthven, Iowa. She attended rural school throughout the eighth grade and graduated from Ruthven…

December 3, 1905 - January 3, 2006

Glenn LeRoy Nelson

Glenn LeRoy Nelson, the son of Nels and Gertrude Clow Nelson, was born March 24, 1924, in Archer, Iowa. His family moved to Sheldon in 1930. He graduated from Sheldon High School in 1941. He began working for the Milwaukee Railroad in 1942, but after a few months, joined the U.S. Navy. He served…

March 24, 1924 - January 1, 2006

Margaret Wilma Kleinheksel

Margaret Wilma Kleinheksel, the daughter of William and Josephine VanderWilt, was born on October 21, 1914, in Middleburg, Iowa. She received her early education attending school in Newkirk, Iowa. Margaret married Johnnie Kleinheksel on February 20, 1932. Following his discharge from the military…

October 21, 1914 - January 1, 2006

Virginia L. Goff

M. Virginia L. Goff, the daughter of William Washington and Minnie Davis (Brantley) Lonberger, was born February 14, 1928, in Courtland VA. She received her education at Smithfield High School in Smithfield, VA. On January 1, 1949, she married John Peyton Davis, III, in Richmond, VA. To this union…

February 14, 1928 - December 30, 2005

Gladys Evangeline Shaw

Gladys Evangeline Shaw, the daughter of Oliver Russell and Jennie Hargrave Henderson, was born November 29, 1911, in Dickens, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Dickens where she attended country schools and then graduated from Spencer High School in 1929. Following her schooling, Gladys…

November 29, 1911 - December 29, 2005

Bonnie Louise Blaue

Bonnie L. Blaue, the daughter of Ollie and Florence Parcaut Goyette, was born June 2, 1933, in rural Royal, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in Royal where she received her education, graduating from Royal High School. Following graduation, she moved to Sioux City, Iowa, where she attended NBT…

June 2, 1933 - December 28, 2005

Dennis Dean Simpson

Dennis Dean Simpson, the son of Donald and Mildred Spoo Simpson, was born December 23, 1949, at the Dickinson County Hospital in Spirit Lake, IA. His childhood years were spent on a farm east of Milford, IA, where he received his education, graduating from Arnolds Park High School in 1969. Dennis…

December 23, 1949 - December 27, 2005

Sandra Kay Henaman

Sandra Kay Henaman, the daughter of Albert Dean "Sarge" and Helen Virginia Anderson Funk, was born January 18, 1948 in Tacoma, Washington. Her childhood years were spent in Tacoma, until age 6, where she lived in several places throughout the United States with her father serving in the military.…

January 18, 1948 - December 23, 2005

Ella M. Atkinson

Ella M. Atkinson, the daughter of Herman Henry and Elvina Zinn Brinkert, was born February 6, 1907, in Primghar, Iowa. Her childhood years were spent in the Hartley, Iowa, area where she received her education. As a young girl, she worked at the Park Hotel in Hartley. Ella married Floyd Atkinson…

February 6, 1907 - December 23, 2005

Caleb Johnathon Schuster

Caleb Johnathon Schuster, the son of Rory and Jennifer (Landoe) Schuster, was born on April 23, 2003, in Spencer, Iowa. Caleb was here for only a short time but he brought peace and love to all who knew him. He helped bring family members together and helped them remember what was important in…

April 23, 2003 - December 21, 2005

Delores Bessie Kilpatrick

Delores Bessie Kilpatrick, the daughter of Armon Lee and Bessie May Swinney, was born January 29, 1914, in Republic, MO. Her childhood years were spent in Green County, MO where she received her early education. As a freshman in High School, her family moved to Pomona, CA and she finished her…

January 29, 1914 - December 21, 2005

Charles Daniel McCord

Charles Daniel McCord, the son of Charles and Agnes McCord, was born January 16, 1922 in Middlegrove, Illinois. He was raised and received his early education in Farmington, Illinois and later graduated from Farmington High School. Following his schooling, Chuck entered the military in 1942. He…

January 16, 1922 - December 16, 2005

Anthony Lee Vos

ANTHONY LEE VOS BORN SEPTEMBER 30, 1991 Anthony died in a motorcycle accident Friday night. He had just completed 7th grade at South O'Brien, and was already looking forward to entering the eighth grade. He loved working hard and playing hard--skateboarding, building ramps, building…

September 30, 1991 - June 17, 2005

Jean Marie King

Jean Marie King, the daughter of Virgil and Loretta Kirschbaum, was born February 29, 1944, in Spencer, Iowa. She grew up on a farm near Ruthven and graduated from Ruthven High School in 1962. She received her nursing diploma from Mercy Hospital School of Nursing in May of 1965. On November…

February 29, 1944 - May 3, 2005

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