Eddie Schnuelle

Eddie Charles Schnuelle, 80, passed away Wednesday, July 8, 2015 at his home in Castalia, Iowa. Eddie was born on August 26, 1934 in Postville, Iowa to Fred “Fritz” and Irene (Dahlstrom) Schnuelle. He graduated from Postville High School in 1953. Eddie joined the United States Army following graduation and served in the Korean War. 

Eddie was united in marriage with Betty Rothmeyer on September 20, 1958 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. He drove a milk truck, owned the Heidelberg restaurant in Luana, and drove school bus for many years.  He moved to Castalia in 1964 and ran the Conoco Gas Station for twenty-five years.  After closing the gas station, he opened and owned Castalia Auto Sales for the next 25 years. 

Eddie was a very active member in the Zion Lutheran Church. He was also a member of the American Veterans and a volunteer fireman.  Everyone who knew Eddie knows he loved antique tractors and cars, attending auctions, traveling and visiting with friends. Most of all, he loved spending time with his family and pets.

Eddie is survived by his wife, Betty Schnuelle of Castalia, Iowa; his children, Mitchell (Sandi) Schnuelle of Castalia, Dan (Julie) Schnuelle of Fox Lake, IL, Peggy (Don) Hicks of Lakeville, MN, Joey (Carol) Schnuelle of Ossian, IA and Mindy (Luther) Koenig of Postville, IA.  His grandchildren Misty, Molly, Dustin, Joshua, Jeremy, Misty, Angel, Troy, Erica, Lexie, Lane, Logan, Landen, Dominick, Ben and Nelson; great-grandchildren, Vanessa, Valorie, Carson, Paxton, Alexis, April, Leah, Levi, Lanae, Caleb, Michael, Nathan, Addison, Caleb, Maddox, Will and McKenna; brother, Allan (Judy) Schnuelle of Castalia; sister, Judy (Arvin) Koopman of Dalton, WI; sisters-in-law, Lois Schnuelle, Karen Schnuelle and Beverly Schnuelle all of Castalia, Iowa; many nieces, nephews, friends and his beloved dogs, FeeFee, Harley, Prince and Rigby.

Eddie was preceded in death by his parents, Fritz and Irene Schnuelle; brothers, Raymond Schnuelle, Donald Schnuelle and Clinton Schnuelle and nephews, Grant Koopman and Rodney Schnuelle.

Eddie’s family feels so blessed to have had him touch their lives for 80 years.

Visitation will be Friday, July 10, 2015 from 4-7 pm at Schutte-Grau Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Postville, Iowa and one hour before services at the church on Saturday.

Funeral Services will be at 1:00 pm on Saturday, July 11, 2015 at Zion Lutheran Church, Castalia, Iowa with Rev. Allan Wicks as the Officiant.

Interment will be at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Cemetery, Ossian, Iowa.

Schutte-Grau Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Postville, Iowa is helping the family with the arrangements.

Donna Bodensteiner

Donna Bodensteiner, 76, of West Union passed away on Thursday, July 16, 2015 at Methodist Hospital - Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. 

Donna was born July 17, 1938 to Frank and Caroline (Karnik) Tupy at home in Fort Atkinson, Iowa.

She graduated from Fort Atkinson High School in 1956. 

She was united in marriage to Ron C. Bodensteiner on May 5, 1962 at St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church in Fort Atkinson. Four children were born to this union.

The couple farmed near West Union for many years. 

Donna worked as a bookkeeper for several business including, Morrison Implement in New Hampton and Concrete Materials in Cedar Rapids. 

Donna was a member of Holy Name Catholic Church in West Union, where she served as the secretary. She was an active member of the church, including the Rosary Society, Catholic Daughters and Catholic Foresters.

She enjoyed crocheting, playing piano, and reading. She loved to spend time with her family, especially her grandchildren. 

She is survived by her husband, Ronald of West Union; children, Kevin (Brenda) Bodensteiner of Fairbank, Michele (Scott) Weinandt of West Bend, WI, and Kristin (Joe) Kriener of Ossian; eight grandchildren; a sister, Carolyn (John) Bodensteiner; two brothers, Joe (Bette) Tupy and Paul (Phyllis) Tupy; brother-in-law, Jim Kleve; sister-in-law, Pauline Tupy; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. 

Donna was preceded in death by a son, Kyle; her parents; sister, Mary Kleve; and two brothers, Elmer Tupy and Norbert (Ellen) Tupy 

In lieu of flowers, memorials made in Donna's name will be directed to a charity of the family's choice. 

A Mass of Christian Burial was held at 10:30 am on Monday, July 20, 2015 at Holy Name Catholic Church in West Union.

Burial followed in Mount Calvary Cemetery, rural West Union. 

A public visitation was held from from 3 pm until 7 pm on Sunday, July 19, 2015 at Burnham-Wood & S.K. Rogers Funeral Home in West Union with a rosary service at 3 pm and scripture service at 7 pm. 

A public visitation was also held one hour prior to service time at Burnham-Wood & S.K. Rogers Funeral Home.

Burnham-Wood & S.K. Rogers Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

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Dennis Heying

Dennis Henry Heying, 80, of Hawkeye, Iowa passed away on Saturday, July 18, 2015 at the Rochester Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota with his loving family by his side.

Dennis was born at home in Festina, Iowa on August 3, 1934 to Joe and Rose (Bohr) Heying.

He proudly served in the United States Army from November 1953 to November 1955.

On October 25, 1955, Dennis was united in marriage to the love of his life, Marion Bodensteiner, at St. Luke’s Catholic Church in St. Lucas, Iowa. Nine children were born to this union.

Dennis was a farmer for 44 years starting off in Lawler before moving to Hawkeye in 1971.

After retiring from farming in 1998, Dennis was employed as a transit van driver for Northeast Iowa Community Action in Postville for 10 years.

He was an active member of Holy Name Catholic Church in West Union, Knights of Columbus, and Hawkeye Legion Auxiliary.

Dennis was a diehard St. Louis Cardinals fan and passed this legacy to his family. He also enjoyed golfing, especially with Bill, Buck and Bruce; playing cards, listening to music and dancing with Marion. Dennis loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Dennis is survived by his wife, Marion of Hawkeye; 9 children, Glenn (Julia) Heying of Durham, NC, Patti (Jim Kleppe) Butikofer of Clermont, Ron (Holly) Heying of West Union, Keith (Renae) Heying of Peoria, AZ, Steven (Leilani) Heying of Goodyear, AZ, Sandy (Frank) Cooley of Overland Park, KS, Jayne (Bill) Bouska of West Union, Ken (Beth) Heying of Cedar Rapids, and Vicki Rae (Dean) Brainerd of Dewitt, Iowa, along with 28 grandchildren, Dan, Jeny, Katy, Sarah, Eryn, Jeff, Andy, Andrea, Elisabeth, Emily, Tom, Ashlee, Dennis Jacob, Trevor, Brooke, Chelsey, Hannah, Lance, Kassie, Kari, Kayla, Kristin, Seth, Alex, Halle, Delaney, Amanda and Jacob, along with 15 great-grandchildren and one more on the way.

His surviving siblings include Helen Hageman of Calmar, Ernie (Kay) Heying of Calmar, John (Louise) Heying of Calmar, Doris Bouska of Hawkeye, Carl (Carol) Heying of Dubuque, Lorna (Cletus) Bouska of Waucoma, Mary Ann (Dick) Trewin of Waucoma, Dr. Robert (Tina) Heying of Napa Valley, CA, Sue Heying of Calmar, and sister-in-law Pat Heying of Ossian, Iowa.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Paul Heying and Greg (Helen) Heying; sister, Betty Bruess; brothers-in-law, Jim Bouska, Jim Bruess and Melvin Hageman; sister-in-law Helen Kappas; two nephews, Rodney Hageman and Jim Bob Bruess; and a niece, Kristie Foreman.

A public visitation will be held from 3 pm until 7 pm with a rosary service at 4 pm on Tuesday, July 21, 2015 at Burnham-Wood Funeral Home in West Union.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 am, on Wednesday, July 22, 2015 at Holy Name Catholic Church in West Union with a visitation from 9:30 am until service time at Burnham-Wood & S.K. Rogers Funeral Home of West Union.

Burial will follow in Mount Calvary Cemetery in rural West Union.

Burnham-Wood & S.K. Rogers Funeral Home of West Union is in charge of the arrangements.     29u29

Travis Cain

Travis R. Cain, 29, of Sumner, died Wednesday, July 15, 2015, of natural causes at his home in Sumner.

Private family funeral services will be held at Becker-Milnes Funeral Chapel.

Memorials may be given to the family at 709 W. 3^rd St. Sumner, Iowa 50674, for designation to a charity to be chosen later.

Online condolences may be left at www.beckermilnesrettig.com.

Travis Ray, son of Dennis and Tammy (Kastli) Cain, was born January 19, 1986, in Waterloo, Iowa.

Travis received his education in the Sumner Schools, graduating from Sumner High School in 2004. Shortly after high school,

Travis started working at Lifeline in Sumner. After eight years at Lifeline, he went to Hawkeye Community College where he was in the Police Reserves program. He graduated from the program and began as a reserve officer and then became a Police Officer, where he served the community of Sumner.  He was currently working at Upper Iowa University as a security guard.

On April 13, 2013, he was united in marriage with Jodie Miller at Holy Name Catholic Church in West Union, Iowa. The couple made their home in Sumner.

Travis was a member of the NRA. He was an avid hunter and always cherished the time he spent hunting with his dad.

Along with hunting, he was a gun collector, Chicago Blackhawks and Waterloo Black Hawks fan, and enjoyed any time spent with family, but most especially time he spent with his son, Logan.

In addition to his wife and son, Jodie and Logan, of Sumner, Travis is survived by his parents, Dennis (Tammy) Cain of Sumner; three brothers, Bret (Rhonda) Kastli of Evansdale, Ryan (Lona) Cain of New Hampton, and Brandon (Christy) Cain of Kansas City, Missouri; one sister, Jacie (Kale) Scheffler of Harlan; grandparents Ronald (Leona) Kastli of Waterloo, and Larry (Shirley) Cain of Cedar Falls, parents-in-law, Jeff Miller of West Union and Tami (Eric) Robrock of West Union; two brothers-in-law, Tom Miller and Zack Robrock; a sister-in-law, Kayla Robrock; and nine nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Phyllis (Bill) Fernau.      29u29

Harlo Meyer

   Harlo Ames Meyer, age 78, of Sac City, IA, passed away at Loring Hospital in Sac City on Wednesday, July 15, 2015.  Harlo was born in Fayette County, IA, on February 19, 1937 to Harvey and Amy (Nelson) Meyer.  He grew up in Castalia, IA and graduated in 1955 from Clermont High School.  Following graduation Harlo enlisted in the United States Army serving his country from January 1955 through October 1957 in the 2^nd Platoon Combat Construction.

   On January 11, 1958, Harlo was united in marriage to Delores Kerr.  They were blessed with three children: Anna, Kerrin, and Jason.  They made their home in Sac City where Harlo was a self employed contractor for many years and cut trees.  He enjoyed the time he got to spend with his family, grandchildren and great-grandson.  He especially enjoyed going for rides in his doodle bug with his granddaughter and gardening.  Delores passed away August 25, 1998.

   Survivors include his daughter Anna Anderson of Sac City; his sons: Kerrin Meyer and  Heather of Sac City and Jason Meyer and wife Melissa of Steven’s Point, WI; grandchildren: KayDee Anderson, Cameron (Crystal Huster) Remmick, and Chase and Colby Meyer; great-grandson Keaton Remmick; sisters: Ilo Mae Becker of Clermont and Wanda Kamp (Bill Lile) of Nevada, IA; and extended family members.

   Harlo was preceded in death by his parents; wife Delores; parents-in-law Robert and Grace Kerr; brothers-in-law: Bud Becker, Robert Kerr, Jr., and Ed Kamp.

    Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, July 18, 2015, at the First Chrisitan Church in Sac City with Reverend Sharla Hulsey officiating.  Burial will be at the Oakland Cemetery in Sac City under the direction of the Farber & Otteman Funeral Home.

   Visitation is from 5-7:00 p.m., Friday, July 17^th at the Farber & Otteman Funeral Home in Sac City.

Edith Marie (Bennett) Schupbach

Edith Marie (Bennett) Schupbach died July 14, 2015.

James Edward Leibold

James Edward Leibold passed away July 3, 2015, in Eagan, Minn., from cancer.

Jim was born Jan. 15, 1944, in Ossian to Leo and Charlotte Leibold.

He obtained his education at St. Francis DeSales School in Ossian and graduated in 1962. He went to Loras College for one year before moving to Long Beach, Calif., and later to Joshua Tree, Calif.

From 1990 to 2000, Jim owned a meat locker plant called Lemola Meats in Paulsbo, Wash.

In 2000, he moved back to Joshua Tree, where he worked as a transportation security officer in Palm Springs, Calif., retiring in 2012.

Jim is survived by his loving wife, Leslie; his son, Chris (Kate) Leibold of Paulsbo, Wash.; daughters Sarah (Matt) Petrone of Eagan, Minn., and Michelle (Tom) Bianco of Joshua Tree, Calif.; grandchildren Riley and Paiton Leibold and Ashley and Thomas Bianco; sister Jeanette (Jim) Bradwell of Bremerton, Wash.; brothers Dick (Sue) Leibold of Ossian and Ron Leibold of Bremerton, Wash.; and many nieces and nephews.

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Funeral Mass today for Don Blong

Donald “Don” Blong, 86, of St. Lucas died Thursday, July 23, 2015, at Linn Haven Rehab and Healthcare in New Hampton.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. today (Wednesday) at St. Luke Catholic Church in St. Lucas.

Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Visitation will be for one hour prior to the service at the church.

Schluter-Balik Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Alcorn services set for 11 a.m. today

Lavern Richard Alcorn passed away on Saturday, July 25, 2015 at the Good Samaritan Society of West Union.
He was born on March 31, 1923 at home in West Union to George and Laura (Jacobsen) Alcorn.
He graduated from West Union High School and attend two years of college at Upper Iowa University.
Lavern proudly served his country in the United States Army Air Corps during World War II. He was honorably discharged after his plane was shot down in France during his seventh mission. Lavern opted to re-enlist and he flew another seventy-two missions during the war.
He was united in marriage to Marcia Rose Willsey on December 30, 1955 in Topeka, Kansas. The couple, along with their two children, made their home in West Union.
Lavern worked for the United States Postal Service as a rural mail carrier. Lavern traveled over a million miles during his career.
He enjoyed playing bridge, golfing, reading, and coffee with friends.
Lavern was a member of the American Legion Post 15 of West Union, Masonic Lodge of West Union, Historical Society of Fayette County, and the Selective Service System.
He was an active lifelong member of Bethel Presbyterian Church in West Union.
Lavern is survived by his wife, Marcia “Marcy” of West Union; sons, Kim (Sandy) Colberg of Marion and Kent (Lynn) Colberg of East Moline, IL; three grandchildren, Nick (Meredith) Colberg, Ryan (Jackie) Colberg, and Krista (Alan) Vrombaut; four great-grandchildren, Hayden, Jackson, Allyson, and Adler; and many nieces and nephews. 
He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, and two sisters.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 11 am, on Wednesday, July 29, 2015 at Bethel Presbyterian Church in West Union, Iowa with an hour visitation prior to service time.
Burial will follow in West Union Cemetery with Military Honors performed by American Legion Post 15 of West Union.
Burnham-Wood & S.K. Rogers Funeral Home of West Union is in charge of the arrangements.   

Services held for Robert ‘Dave’ Moore of Spillville

Robert “Dave” Moore, age 56, of Spillville, IA, died on Friday, July 17, 2015, at his home in Spillville after battling cancer the last two years.  

Funeral services were held at 5 p.m. Tuesday, July 21, at Calmar United Methodist Church in Calmar. The Rev. Linda Thompson officiated.

Interment was in Oak Ridge Cemetery in Auburn.

Schluter-Balik Funeral Home, French Chapel, in Calmar was in charge of arrangements.

Robert “Dave” David Moore was born on January 4, 1959, the son of Max Moore and Ernistine (Jolly) in Atlanta, GA.  

He was baptized and confirmed at St. Peter Lutheran Church in 1974.  

Dave attended North Fayette County Community Schools. He moved to Postville in 1976.  

Dave went to work for Hall Roberts for a few years and then worked various other jobs until going on to truck driving school.  

Dave enjoyed playing the guitar, listening to music, riding motorcycles and drinking Jack Daniels.  

Dave is survived by his wife Bonnie Moore, Spillville, IA.  Five Children:  Tara (Shane) Kohrs, Monona, IA; Joshua (Dena) Moore, Waterloo, IA; Jason (Jami) Moore, Waukon, IA; Sheena (Joshua) Hanson, Cresco, IA; Tammy (Travis) Hovey, Cresco, IA, along with many stepchildren, grandchildren and stepgrandchildren.  Two sisters:  Rhonda (Tim) Chase and Patty (Shane) Smith.  Brothers:  Dwayne (Julie) Moore, Alan Halverson, Max Moore, Bill (Barb) Moore, Duwane (Sharon) Bruch, Donnie Moore, and Brad Moore.  Mother: Ernistine Johnson.

Dave was preceded in death by his father:  Max Moore, Step Mother Mary Moore.

Francis Eugene (Gene) Upton

Francis Eugene (Gene) Upton of Hawkeye, died Wednesday, July 29, 2015, in Waterloo.

Services were held Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2015, at West Clermont Lutheran Church at 11 a.m. with visitation one hour before the service. Burial was at Hillcrest Cemetery, Volga.

He is survived by his three daughters, Stacy (Mike) Kuker,  Sumner; Linette Upton, Hawkeye, and Crystal Steffen, Hawkeye; eleven grandchildren and two great grandsons. He is also survived by his brothers and sisters, Bill (Helen) Upton,  Luana; Nadine West, Elgin; Ronald (Linda) Upton, Postville;  Mike (Linda) Upton, West Union; Leslie (Clarice) Upton, Plainview, MN;  Karen (Doug) Guyer, Clermont; Kenneth (Barb) Upton, Postville,  and Connie (Randy) Lauer, West Union and many nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews.

H e was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Brandy; his parents, Charles and Marjorie Upton, and his sister, June.

Alan Balk

The family of Alan Balk invites everyone to  a Celebration of Life to be held in the shelter house at Gouldsburg Park Saturday, August 8, 2015, from 4-8 p.m. 

Food and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided.  Bring a chair, beverage of choice and share memories of Alan.

Douglas D. Falb

Douglas D. Falb, born April 12, 1951 in Elgin, Iowa passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 29, 2015.

He is survived by his wife Mary; three children, Jody (Jack) Maher, Rob (Karla) Falb, and Jamie (Mark) Klubertanz; and six grandchildren, Kennan, Olivia, Sophia, Gabriella, Alyssa and Autumn. He is also survived by his brother, Roger (Marilyn) Falb.

Doug was a fun loving guy and enjoyed playing practical jokes on his friends. He will be dearly missed by family and friends.

A memorial gathering was held at ALL FAITHS FUNERAL CHAPEL, 4058 Lien Rd., Madison on Monday, Aug. 3, 2015 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. In lieu of flowers all donations will be forwarded to Smile Train, Doug's favorite charity.

David Hosper

David Hosper, age 85, of Calmar, IA, died on Wednesday, July 22, 2015, at Ossian Senior Hospice in Ossian, IA.

Mass of Christian burial was held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 25, at St. Aloysius Catholic Church in Calmar, IA with the Rev. Robert Gross officiating.

Inurnment was held in St. Aloysius Catholic Cemetery in Calmar, IA.

Schluter-Balik Funeral Home assisted the family with the arrangements.

David Charles Hosper was born on May 23, 1930, in Calmar, IA, the son of John and Agnes (Schneberger) Hosper.  He attended St. Aloysius Grade School, Calmar High School and Cedar Rapids Business College.  After graduating, David was employed as a accountant at Bucheit Produce.  In 1980 David purchased Winco Farm Supply in Calmar, which he owned and operated until his health declined in 2005.  David married Marian Klimesh on August 16, 1952, at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church in Spillville.  Together they raised three sons.  David was a life-long parishioner of St. Aloysius Catholic Church, a charter member of the Calmar Lions Club, and a member of the Calmar Commercial Club.  He enjoyed traveling, fishing trips, and going on Sunday drives.  He had a special love for his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. 

David is survived by his wife of almost sixty-three years, Marian Hosper, Calmar, IA.  Three sons:  Richard (Teena) Hosper, Calmar, IA; Steve (Cheryl) Hosper, Melbourne, IA; Sam (Kerri) Hosper, Naperville, IL.  Eight grand-children:  Nathan (Jessica) Hosper, Owatonna, MN;  Derrick (Natalie) Rogers, Cedar Falls, IA;  Dustin Rogers (Special friend Nana), Cedar Falls, IA; Jessica (Rick) Brimmer, Waterloo, IA; Kyle, Carly, Haley and Neal Hosper, Naperville, IL.  Four great-grandchildren: Avery, Cassandra and William Hosper, Owatonna, MN and Ellyn Rogers, Cedar Falls, IA, along with many nieces and nephews.

David was preceded in death by his parents: John and Agnes (Schneberger) Hosper.  Sister:  Cleo Mae and (Paul) Gerlich.  Nephew: Vince Gerlich. His father-in-law and mother-in-law: Frank and Mayme (Holub) Klimesh.  Niece: Maryet Rowell.  Brothers-in-law: Morris Klimesh, Elmer (Martha) Klimesh and Frank and (Mary Lou) Klimesh. 

Don Patrick

Donald L. Patrick, 75, of Hawkeye, died Wednesday, August 5, 2015, at his home in Hawkeye.

Memorial services will be held Wednesday, August 12, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at the Hawkeye Community Hall with Rev. John Moser officiating.

Becker-Milnes Funeral Home in Hawkeye is assisting the family.

Online condolences may be left at www.beckermilnesrettig.com. 

At his request, Mr. Patrick’s body was gifted to Des Moines University to aid in the education of medical students.

Donald La Vere, son of Rodger “Evertte” and Hazel (Whitcher) Patrick, was born May 16, 1940 in rural West Union.

He enlisted in the United States Army on October 12, 1958, and was stationed in Korea until being honorably discharged on February 22, 1962. While in the military he received his GED.

After coming back to the Hawkeye area, Donald worked for many years as a semi-truck driver.

He was an avid outdoorsman, enjoyed fishing and hunting, and playing cards.

Donald is survived by his three daughters, Mary (Daniel) Schultz of Sumner, Donna (Ernie) Alley of Hawkeye, and Lynnette (Kyle) Henry of West Union; ten grandchildren, Darrick, Darrren, and Deven Schultz, Ramsey and Cody Alley, Owen, Joel, Nicole, Beau, and Madison Henry; six great-grandchildren, Isabelle Alley, Kiah, Keagen, and Jaxon Schultz, Kadin Henry, and Raelyn Schultz; six step-great-grandchildren, Skylar, Bryce, Jordan, Taten, Chase, and Andyn Messler; two brothers, John (Paula) Patrick of Missouri, and Lloyd (Diane) Patrick of Oelwein.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his four brothers, Carl, Harold, Earl, and Melvin Patrick; and two sisters, Vernice and Eileen, who died in infancy.        32u32

Robert Robbins

Robert J. “Moose” Robbins, age 69 of Waucoma, Iowa died Wednesday August 5, 2015 at St. Mary's Hospital in Rochester, MN. 
 A Mass of Christian Burial was held 10:30 a.m. Monday, August 10, 2015, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Waucoma with Rev. Nick March celebrating the Mass.

Interment was in the church cemetery. 



Friends greeted the family 2:00 - 6:00 p.m. Sunday at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Waucoma. Visitation continued an hour prior to the Mass at the church on Monday.



Hugeback-Johnson Funeral Home, Waucoma was in charge of arrangements.  

Online condolences for Robert's family may be left at hugebackfuneralhome.com.

Robert J. “Moose” Robbins was born July 24, 1946, in West Union, IA, the son of Robert and Gertrude (Greenough) Robbins. 

He received his education in Fredericksburg and was a 1964 graduate of Fredericksburg High School. He then began working at Shawver Well Co. in Fredericksburg.   

On August 10, 1968, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Waucoma, he married Darlene Hackman.  To this union three daughters were born. 

The couple lived for a brief time in both Elgin and Clermont, IA.  Bob and Darlene moved to their Waucoma farm in 1972 where they operated a dairy herd.  In 1988, the couple sold the herd and were both employed by Lynch Livestock.  Bob retired in 2009.

More than anything, Bob loved spending time with his grandchildren.  He also enjoyed fishing and hunting.

Robert is survived by his wife of 47 years, Darlene; three daughters, Amy (Brett) Hanson of Waucoma, Tara (Jason) Drape of Lansing, Angie (Bryan Kleve) Adams of Waucoma; six grandchildren, Emma Hanson, Sophia Adams, Jaylen Drape, Noah Hanson, Kaleb Drape and Sara Adams; one brother, Matt Robbins of Boca Raton, Fl; two sisters, Juanita (Terry) Lang of McGregor, Tiffany (Corey) Anderson of Monona.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a son-in-law, Joe Loftus; two sisters, Sherene Mulloy and Roberta Kratochvill.        32u32

Don Kruse

Don Kruse, age 70, of St. Lucas, IA, died suddenly on Friday, July 31, 2015, at his home near St. Lucas, IA.

A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Tuesday, Aug. 4, by Monsignor Carl Schmitt at St. Luke Catholic Church in St. Lucas.

Interment was in the church cemetery.

Honorary casket bearers were Brock Bender, Blake Bender, Aaron Boebel, Brandon Howell, Zeb Riley, Abrham Boebel, and Jett Boebel.

Arrangements were handled by Schluter-Balik Funeral Home in Decorah.

Don Ralph Kruse was born December 24, 1944 to Neal and Melania Kuennen Kruse of St. Lucas.  Don lived the entirety of his life in the St. Lucas community.

He graduated from St. Luke’s Catholic High School.

He married Jeanette Hlubek on June 5, 1965 and they raised two children, Kim and Kelley. The couple later divorced.

He worked for John Deere in Waterloo for 38 years until his retirement in 2001.  For several years in the 1970’s he owned and operated Don’s Mobil in St. Lucas.  Don was a skilled and meticulous mechanic. 

Don was known for his congenial personality and his infectious laugh. 

He enjoyed working on machines of all types, particularly automobiles.  In his younger years he raced stock cars and ran demolition derby cars. 

On March 17th, 2000, Don married Karen Brownlee.  Together they enjoyed golfing and spending time with their many grandchildren.

Don is survived by his beloved spouse, Karen Kruse, St. Lucas, IA; daughters, Kim (Collin) Bender of Waconia, MN, Kelley (Joe) Pujol of Cape Girardeau, MO; Karen’s children: Jody (Kris) Burrows of Holmen, WI; Jennifer (Chad) Boebel of Hernando, MS; and Jason (Janet) Boebel of Cassville, WI.  

He is also survived by brother, Jean (Glenda) Kruse of Oakdale, CA; sisters: Helen Pinter of Fort Atkinson, Mary (Tom) Karau of Scottsdale, AZ, and Anne (Dale) Olson of Bozeman, MT.  His grandchildren are:  Brock, Blake, and Haley Bender; Allie, Jacie, and Carly Pujol; Brandon and Paige Howell; Aaron, Jett, Abrham, and Gianni Boebel; and Zebulon Riley.    

Don was preceded in death by his parents, Neal and Melania Kruse; brothers, Jerome (Barb) Kruse, James Kruse, brother-in-law, Donald Pinter, Sr., parents-in-law, Adeline and Leland Brownlee.         32u32

Beatrice Pauline Tory

Beatrice Pauline Tory, 78, of Cedar Falls, Iowa, died Wednesday, August 5, 2015 at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City.

She was born September 4, 1936, in Oelwein, Iowa the daughter of Rudolph and Lottie Raymond Banes.  She married Paul Jr. Tory February 28, 1958 in Waterloo.  They were later divorced.  She was a homemaker and an eldercare sitter.  

Survived by five sons: Michael and Steven, both of Cedar Rapids, Jon (Diana) of Riverside, David (Yvonne) of Simi Valley, CA, and Joseph (Vicki) of Adel; a daughter, Kathleen (Richard) Herman of Huxley; fourteen grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Bertha Clark and Elsie Hanson, both of Oelwein.

Preceded in death by her parents; four sisters: Emmajean Clendenen, Lucille Fox, Helen Erhardt, and Elizabeth Hendren; three brothers, William, Edward and Ralph Banes; six half-brothers; four half- sisters; and a grandson, Nathaniel Herman.

Services were held Monday August 10, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Cedar Falls.  Richardson Funeral Service in Cedar Falls was in charge of arrangements. 

Online condolences may be left at www.richardsonfuneralservice.com

Memorials may be directed to the family.  

David Hurd

David R. Hurd, 88, of Oelwein and formerly of Maynard, Iowa died Monday morning, August 10, 2015 at Maple Crest Manor in Fayette, Iowa.

Funeral Service: 1:30 P.M. Thursday, August 13, 2015 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Maynard with Rev. Dennis Frank officiating.

Visitation:  5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Wednesday at the Jamison-Schmitz Funeral Home in Maynard and after 12:30 P.M. Thursday at the church.

Interment: Long Grove Cemetery, Maynard with military honors by the Lundbye-Carpenter American Legion Post #245 Honor Guard of Maynard.

Online obituary at www.jamisonschmitzfuneralhome.com

David Royal Hurd was born August 9, 1927 at Maynard, Iowa the son of Harold W. and Nodah (Cue) Hurd.  He graduated from Maynard High School in 1944 at the age of 16.  David was employed at John Deere in Waterloo building transmissions for military tanks.  He proudly served in the United States Navy from 1945 to 1947.  He graduated from the University of Upper Iowa in 1955 with a degree in Political Science.  In 1957 he took over the family farm west of Maynard when his father passed away.  After retirement he moved to Oelwein.  He was a member of the United Methodist Church and the Lundbye Carpenter American Legion Post #245 of Maynard.

David is survived by his brother: Lawrence Hurd of Westgate;

2 sisters: La Rayne (Raymond) Mills of Maynard and

Brenda Earles of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma; and

9 nieces and nephews;

several great nieces and nephews;

and several great-great nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother and sister-in-law: Maurice & Irene (Benneke) Hurd; brother-in-law: Len Earles; sister-in-law: Shirley (Lockard) Hurd; niece: Jenny (Earles) Smith; and a nephew: Jim Hurd.